The DJI Dock 3 enables 24/7 remote operations when paired with the high-performance Matrice 4D or Matrice 4TD. This combination supports mobile vehicle-mounted deployment for the first time to seamlessly adapt to different environments. These drones feature the same cameras as the Matrice 4 series, however they deliver enhanced flight capabilities and protection. They can also pair with DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise for standalone use without the Dock.
DESIGNED WITH EXTREME WEATHER IN MIND
Heat Resistant
Designed to endure extreme heat, the DJI Dock 3 operates and charges smoothly even in temperatures reaching up to 50°C (122°F), ensuring consistent and efficient performance.
Highest Operating Temperature: 50°C
Cold Resistant
Critical tasks can be completed quickly and rediablyespite cold temperatures that plunge below -20°C (-4°F). After preheating, it can operate in environments as low as -30° C (-22° F).
Lowest Operating Temperature: -30°C
Wind Resistance
Both the Matrice 4D and 4TD showcase impressive flight capabilities. They can achieve stable takeoff and landing in winds as strong as 12 m/s and remain airborne for up to 32 minutes. [1]
12m/s Max Wind Speed Resistance
Tough and Reliable
Dock 3's design protects its internal systems from external conditions by enclosing electronic components, ensuring seamless operations even in harsh environments.
IP56
DJI Dock 3[2]
IP55
DJI Matrice 4D/4TD[2]
Low-Noise and Anti-Ice Propellers
Standard equipped with low-noise, anti-ice propellers, the Matrice 4D and 4TD drones can sustain stable flight even in freezing rain. Their quiet design minimizes noise during operations.
FLEXIBLE DEPLOYMENT, EXTENDED TRANSMISSION
DJI Dock 3 offers flexible deployment options, transforming operational paradigms. For fixed installations, signal quality can be improved by positioning the next-gen D-RTK 3 Relay at elevated locations, allowing for versatile dock placement. The new DJI Enterprise app enables deployment via just a smartphone. Additionally, for the first time, DJI Dock supports vehicle-mounted deployment, facilitating more efficient dispatch during urgent operations and long-distance inspections.
The new D-RTK 3 Relay Fixed Deployment Version [4] delivers enhanced anti-interference performance for video transmission and satellite acquisition. When installed at elevated locations, it effectively resolves RTK and video transmission signal issues caused by obstructions. This extends the maximum transmission distance to 25 km and allows for flexible site selection of Dock 3 based on actual operational needs.
Near High-Rise Buildings [30]
Mounting the D-RTK 3 Relay on rooftops can greatly improve signal quality, enabling the deployment of Dock 3 adjacent to high-rise buildings or substation walls.
Near High-Rise Buildings [30]
Mounting the D-RTK 3 Relay on rooftops can greatly improve signal quality, enabling the deployment of Dock 3 adjacent to high-rise buildings or substation walls.
Near Communication Towers [5][30]
IInstalling the D-RTK 3 Relay on a nearby communication tower can greatly enhance signal quality during Dock 3 operations, ensuring safe takeoffs and landings even in environments with interference from the communication tower.
Near Communication Towers [5][30]
IInstalling the D-RTK 3 Relay on a nearby communication tower can greatly enhance signal quality during Dock 3 operations, ensuring safe takeoffs and landings even in environments with interference from the communication tower.
VEHICLE-MOUNTED MOBILE DEPLOYMENT
DJI Dock 3 is DJI's first Dock to support mobile vehicle-mounted deployment. [6] Optimized for this purpose, the Dock's structure, components, and air conditioning have undergone vehicle vibration testing. It features horizontal calibration and cloud-based dock location calibration. For emergency operations or long-distance inspections, using the DJI Dock 3 Vehicle-Mounted Gimbal Mount for mobile deployment offers a convenient solution when fixed deployment is impractical in temporary scenarios.
Cloud-Based Dock Location Calibration
During mobile operations, indoor personnel can utilize DJI FlightHub 2 to remotely configure the dock's location and assign tasks via the cloud, thereby improving personnel and scheduling efficiency.
Safe Dual-Dock Deployment
Two docks can be simultaneously deployed on a single vehicle, significantly boosting efficiency. DJI Dock 3 uses a unique take-over pattern to prevent drone-to-drone collisions and ensure operational safety, allowing the two docks to alternate tasks in an organized manner.
Dual-Drone Rotation [5]
Automated hovering rotation of two drones allows for continuous real-time aerial footage transmission. In emergency situations, a spotlight can be added to provide continuous illumination.
The new water and dust-resistant DJI Matrice 4D and DJI Matrice 4TD are designed specifically for DJI Dock 3, offering extended flight time and compatibility with DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise for standalone use. Both drones feature a wide-angle camera, a medium tele camera, a tele camera, and a Laser Range Finder. Matrice 4D excels in professional high-precision mapping and detailed surface inspections. Matrice 4TD, equipped with an infrared thermal camera and a new NIR auxiliary light, is ideal for various applications such as infrastructure inspections, emergency response, and public safety.
| DJI Matrice 4D | DJI Matrice 4TD | |
| | | |
| Wide-Angle Camera Wide-Angle | 4/3 CMOS | 1/1.3-inch CMOS |
| Medium Tele Camera Medium Tele | 1/1.3-inch CMOS | 1/1.3-inch CMOS |
| Tele Camera | 1/1.5-inch CMOS | 1/1.5-inch CMOS |
| Laser Range Finder Laser Range | Measurement Range: 1800 m (1 Hz); Measurement Range: | Measurement Range: 1800 m (1 Hz); Measurement Range: |
| NIR Auxiliary Light [9] NIR Auxiliary | N/A | 6° FOV, 100m [10] Illumination Distance 6° FOV, 100m [10] |
| Infrared Thermal Camera [8] Infrared Thermal | N/A | 640×512 Resolution 640×512 Resolution 640×512 Resolution |
ROBUST PROTECTION WITH EXTENDED FLIGHT TIME
Fully charged, the Matrice 4D/4TD boasts an impressive flight time of 47 minutes at a speed of 15 m/s, achieving a significant 37% increase in operation time. At a radius of 10 km, these drones offer 18 minutes of operation. [12] Both models are engineered to withstand harsh conditions, featuring an impressive IP55 dust and water resistance rating.
54 Minute
Forward Flying [13]
47 Minute
Hovering [14]
IP55
Protection [2]
SAFE OPERATION WITH OBSTACLE DETECTION
The Obstacle Sensing Module [4] for Matrice 4D/4TD integrates rotating LiDAR and millimeter-wave radar technologies to achieve precise 12mm wire-level obstacle avoidance at speeds up to 15 m/s in complex power line crossings. It also enhances positioning in low-light conditions [5], ensuring operational safety across diverse environments in power distribution networks and the intricate layouts of substations. [15]
Low-Light Environments
Matrice 4D Series drones are equipped with four high-resolution, low-light fisheye lenses, greatly enhancing [11] visual low-light positioning and obstacle sensing capabilities. The new Night Scene mode offers full-color night vision. Additionally, Matrice 4TD includes an IR-Cut Filter for black-and-white night vision and 24/7 operations, along with a new NIR auxiliary light that can illuminate distances up to 100 meters. Matrice 4TD's infrared thermal camera supports UHR Infrared Image mode with resolutions up to 1280 × 1024 and a High-Res mode for detailed temperature readings.
Surveying
The Matrice 4D Series excels in high-precision mapping, providing a new 5-direction oblique photography function, 3-direction orthophoto photography, [5][18] and real-time terrain following to meet unique mapping requirements. DJI FlightHub 2 has been upgraded for Matrice 4D/4TD operations. This upgrade delivers a range of flight route planning options, including Smart 3D Capture routes [5], geometric routes, and slope routes, enhancing efficiency while ensuring detailed modeling.
Inspections
Both Matrice 4D Series drones are equipped with medium tele and tele cameras featuring foreground stabilization. The medium tele camera is effective for medium-range inspections, detecting pins and cracks from 10 meters, and reading instrument data at substations. [16] The 48 MP tele camera captures details from up to 250 m away. [17] When using Matrice 4TD's tele camera while hovering in a windless environment, the gimbal can tilt upwards by 80 degrees, making bridge underside defects clearly visible. Upgraded stabilization keeps foreground subjects clear during telephoto shots at 10x zoom or higher.
AIRBORNE RELAY FOR MOUNTAINOUS TERRAINS
The Matrice 4D Series can operate with the DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise remote controller for standalone use and features an innovative onboard relay function. In this setup, one drone flies high as a relay, enabling another drone to operate at a greater distance. The relay drone automatically aligns with the operating drone, [5] ensuring smooth video transmission without the need for a 4G signal or in obstructed conditions. [19] This capability significantly extends the transmission range, making it ideal for SAR tasks and inspections in mountainous areas.
DJI FLIGHTHUB 2 ENHANCEMENTS
Dock 3 greatly enhances the intelligence and efficiency of remote operations when paired with DJI FlightHub 2.
Automated Routes
The new automated flight route proves valuable in various scenarios, such as public safety and inspections. Once a flight route is established, the drone can automatically identify and capture images or videos of subjects like vehicles, vessels, and infrared temperature anomalies, and send notifications to the operators.
Intelligent Change Detection
The new intelligent change detection feature facilitates efficient periodic analysis of changes in an area, aiding operators in environmental protection, natural disaster relief, and crack detection. This enhances decision-making by making it more effective and informed.
Smart Track
Operators can leverage the Matrice 4D Series' powerful auto-zoom capabilities to swiftly track subjects like vehicles or vessels, ensuring efficient follow-up review.
Virtual Cockpit
The Virtual Cockpit remote control interface has been significantly upgraded with the new Mouselook feature. This improvement enables the drone to automatically adjust its attitude and gimbal orientation, allowing for rapid and precise centering of the frame, thus achieving the "point and see" capability.
EFFICIENT OPERATION
Opens and Flys
Quickly take off and arrive at the emergency site to enhance situational awareness. After enabling optimal route planning, use FlyTo Tasks to reach a designated point 1 km away and at an altitude of 100 meters within 100 seconds. [12]
Low-Latency Live View
The engine upgrade significantly reduces [11] live view latency on FlightHub 2, ensuring reliable support for real-time decision-making.
Transmit During Flight
In emergency scenarios, real-time data transmission and rapid modeling can be accomplished during flight. Data transfer can be completed immediately upon landing, [20] and a preliminary model can be quickly generated via the cloud, significantly boosting efficiency.
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DJI Dock 3 - Matrice 4D
DJI Dock 3 - Matrice 4TD
All data on this page was gathered using a production model DJI Dock 3 and DJI Matrice 4D/4TD in a controlled setting. Actual results may differ based on the environment, usage, and firmware version.
All videos and photos on this page were captured in full accordance with local laws and regulations. The demos are for reference purposes only. Please adhere to local laws and regulations and make sure the aircraft has the necessary certifications before flying.
1. Measured when using a new battery with at least 95% battery at takeoff and at least 15% battery at landing. The data is for reference only. Always pay attention to reminders in FlightHub 2 or the DJI Pilot 2 app during flight.
2. DJI Dock 3 is IP56 rated, and the DJI Matrice 4D/4TD is IP55 rated. Both were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, with the dock's distribution cabinet door closed and screws tightened. The IP rating is not permanently effective and may decrease due to product wear and tear.
3. Requires using with Android phones for deployment and commissioning.
4. Sold separately.
5. Need to upgrade to the latest firmware.
6. Vehicle mounting must comply with local regulations. Pay attention to road safety and height restrictions while driving.
7. D represents the measurement distance.
8. Only available with Matrice 4TD. DO NOT expose the infrared camera lenses to strong sources of energy such as the sun, lava, or a laser beam. Otherwise, the camera sensor may be burned leading to permanent damage.
9. Only available with Matrice 4TD. The NIR auxiliary light is suitable for the lighting needs of the tele camera.
10. Measured with the drone hovering 100 meters above the ground and the tele camera effectively capturing images.
11. Compared with DJI Dock 2's Matrice 3D/3TD.
12. Measured at an ambient temperature of approx. 25° C (77° F), with a safe battery level of 15%, in a windless environment, and a round-trip speed of approx. 15 m/s. This value is for reference only, and the actual operation data may vary.
13. Measured in a controlled test environment. Specific test conditions are as follows: flying forward at a constant speed of 12 m/s in a windless laboratory environment at 20 meters above sea level, in photo mode (without photo-taking operation during flight), with Obstacle Avoidance Action set to Off, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version.
14. Measured with the DJI Matrice 4D series drones hovering in a windless environment at 20 meters above sea level and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version.
15. Official repair will be provided free of charge if a collision occurs due to obstacle avoidance failure, resulting in damage to the drone or the Obstacle Sensing Module, provided that the following conditions are met: the Obstacle Sensing Module is installed, the drone is flying automatically along a preset route, all equipment is operating normally, GNSS signal is strong, weather conditions are favorable, and both millimeter-wave radar and LiDAR are functioning properly. Please note that free repair is not provided in the following scenarios:
(1) Presence of fast-moving objects around the flight route (e.g., operating wind turbines, moving tower cranes, birds in flight, etc.);
(2) Special weather conditions such as rain, snow, fog, or dust;
(3) Radar cannot be certified and activated in certain countries and regions due to national policy restrictions. For details, please consult your local dealer;
(4) The Obstacle Sensing Module is out of warranty.
16. Measured under standard lighting conditions from a horizontal position 10 meters away from the subject, with a direct line of sight.
17. Captured with the tele camera directly facing the object.
18. The current functionality is insufficient to meet the needs of urban area mapping. Future updates will continue to optimize flight routes and mapping solutions for urban areas.
19. There should be no obstructions between the remote controller and the relay aircraft, and between the relay aircraft and the operational aircraft. Strong electromagnetic interference may affect the video transmission distance.
20. In an outdoor, open environment, without interference, and with FCC compliance, the drone can typically complete the transmission of footage to the dock when the distance between the drone and the dock is within 1 kilometer. The speed of transmission from the dock to the cloud depends on the user's network conditions.
