Precision mapping with DJI Phantom 4 RTK
The DJI Phantom 4 RTK is one of the best options in precision aerial mapping, offering compact design and unprecedented accuracy. Ideal for professionals in various sectors, it provides centimeter-level positioning data, ensuring unmatched data precision.
Key Features
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Integrated RTK Module
The DJI Phantom 4 RTK features a state-of-the-art RTK module which provides real-time, centimeter-level positioning. This technology enhances the precision of geographical data collection, such as with mapping and surveying tasks.
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High-Resolution CMOS Sensor
Equipped with a 1-inch 20-megapixel CMOS sensor, the drone captures high-resolution images. The sensor ensures that even the smallest details are captured from heights, providing ground sample distances of 2.74 cm at 100 meters flight altitude. This feature is vital for creating highly accurate digital maps and models.
- Optimized Data Collection
Support for Post Processed Kinematics (PPK) allows for enhanced data analysis. The efficiency of data collection translates to reduced time in the field and faster turnaround times for projects.
Benefits Of The DJI Phantom 4 RTK
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Versatility Across Various Industries
From precise land measurements in surveying to monitoring agricultural health and assisting in urban planning, this drone adapts to various professional needs. Its flexibility ensures that professionals in different fields can rely on a single tool for diverse mapping requirements.
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Enhanced Mapping Accuracy
With the drone's sophisticated mapping functions, professionals can achieve mapping accuracy that meets the stringent ASPRS Accuracy Standards for Digital Orthophotos Class III. Whether conducting a detailed site survey or creating orthophotos for a large area, the Phantom 4 RTK delivers consistent and reliable results, enhancing the quality of the outputs.
Industry Applications
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Surveying and Topographic Data Collection: With its high-precision GNSS module, surveyors can gather data with centimeter-level accuracy, essential for creating reliable maps and models. This drone reduces the time and cost associated with traditional surveying methods, enabling faster and more accurate decision-making.
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Agriculture and Precision Farming: The drone's ability to capture detailed imagery and perform regular surveys helps in identifying problematic areas in farms quickly, ensuring timely interventions. This technology supports sustainable farming practices by allowing for precise application of water, fertilizers, and pesticides, ultimately leading to increased crop yield and reduced waste.
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Construction Site Mapping and Monitoring: Construction professionals utilize the DJI Phantom 4 RTK for both initial site surveys and ongoing project monitoring. The drone provides detailed aerial views that help in planning and verifying construction progress against project timelines.
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Urban Planning and Rapid Mapping: The drone is an asset for updating city maps, planning infrastructure projects, and managing public lands efficiently.
Specifications
Aircraft
- Takeoff weight: 1391 g
- Diagonal distance: 350 mm
- Max service ceiling above sea level: 19685 ft (6000 m)
- Max ascent speed: 6 m/s (automatic flight); 5 m/s (manual control)
- Max descent speed: 3 m/s
- Max speed: 31 mph (50 kph) (P-mode); 36 mph (58 kph) (A-mode)
- Max flight time: Approx. 30 minutes
- Operating temperature range: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40°C)
- Operating frequency: 2.400 GHz to 2.483 GHz (Europe, Japan, Korea); 5.725 GHz to 5.850 GHz (United States, China)
- Transmission power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz CE (Europe) / MIC (Japan) / KCC (Korea): < 20 dBm; 5.8 GHz SRRC (China) / FCC (United States) / NCC (Taiwan, China): < 26 dBm
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Hover accuracy range:
- RTK enabled and functioning properly: Vertical: ±0.1 m; Horizontal: ±0.1 m
- RTK disabled: Vertical: ±0.1 m (with vision positioning); ±0.5 m (with GNSS positioning); Horizontal: ±0.3 m (with vision positioning); ±1.5 m (with GNSS positioning)
- Image position offset: The position of the camera center is relative to the phase center of the onboard D-RTK antenna under the aircraft body’s axis (36, 0, and 192 mm) already applied to the image coordinates in Exif data. The positive x, y, and z axes of the aircraft body point to the forward, rightward, and downward directions of the aircraft, respectively.
Mapping functions
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Mapping accuracy: Mapping accuracy meets the requirements of the ASPRS Accuracy Standards for Digital Orthophotos Class Ⅲ.
** The actual accuracy depends on surrounding lighting and patterns, aircraft altitude, mapping software used, and other factors when shooting. - Ground sample distance (GSD): (H/36.5) cm/pixel, where H means the aircraft altitude relative to the shooting scene (unit: m)
- Data acquisition efficiency: Max operating area of approx. 1 km² for a single flight (at an altitude of 182 m, i.e., GSD is approx. 5 cm/pixel, meeting the requirements of the ASPRS Accuracy Standards for Digital Orthophotos Class Ⅲ)
Vision system
- Velocity range: ≤31 mph (50 kph) at 6.6 ft (2 m) above ground with adequate lighting
- Altitude range: 0-33 ft (0-10 m)
- Operating range: 0-33 ft (0-10 m)
- Obstacle sensing range: 2-98 ft (0.7-30 m)
- FOV: Forward/rear: 60° (horizontal), ±27° (vertical); Downward: 70° (front and rear), 50° (left and right)
- Measuring frequency: Forward/rear: 10 Hz; Downward: 20 Hz
- Operating environment: Surfaces with clear patterns and adequate lighting (>15 lux)
Camera
- Sensor: 1" CMOS; Effective pixels: 20 M
- Lens: FOV 84°; 8.8 mm / 24 mm (35 mm format equivalent: 24 mm; f/2.8 - f/11, autofocus at 1 m to ∞)
- ISO range: Video: 100-3200 (Auto), 100-6400 (Manual); Photo: 100-3200 (Auto), 100-12800 (Manual)
- Mechanical shutter speed: 8 - 1/2000 s
- Electronic shutter speed: 8 - 1/8000 s
- Max image size: 4864×3648 (4:3); 5472×3648 (3:2)
- Video recording modes: H.264, 4K: 3840×2160 30p
- Photo format: JPEG
- Video format: MOV
- Supported file systems: FAT32 (≤32 GB); exFAT (>32 GB)
- Supported SD cards: MicroSD, max capacity: 128 GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required, write speed ≥ 15 MB/s
- Operating temperature range: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40°C)
Intelligent flight battery (PH4-5870MAH-15.2V)
- Capacity: 5870 mAh
- Voltage: 15.2 V
- Battery type: LiPo 4S
- Energy: 89.2 Wh
- Net weight: 468 g
- Charging temperature range: 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40°C)
- Max charging power: 160 W
Intelligent battery charging hub (WCH2)
- Input voltage: 17.3 - 26.2 V
- Output voltage and current: 8.7 V, 6 A; 5 V, 2 A
- Operating temperature: 41° to 104° F (5° to 40°C)
GNSS
- Single-frequency, high-sensitivity GNSS module: GPS+BeiDou+Galileo (Asia); GPS+GLONASS+Galileo (other regions)
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Multi-frequency multi-system high-precision RTK GNSS: Frequency used:
- GPS: L1/L2
- GLONASS: L1/L2
- BeiDou: B1/B2
- Galileo: E1/E5a
- First-fixed time: < 50 s
- Positioning accuracy: Vertical: 1.5 cm + 1 ppm (RMS); Horizontal: 1 cm + 1 ppm (RMS) [1 ppm means the error has a 1 mm increase for every 1 km of movement from the aircraft]
Gimbal
- Stabilization: 3-axis (tilt, roll, yaw)
- Pitch: -90° to +30°
- Max controllable angular speed: 90°/s
- Angular vibration range: ±0.02°
Infrared
- Obstacle sensing range: 0.6-23 ft (0.2 - 7 m)
- FOV: 70° (Horizontal); ±10° (Vertical)
- Measuring frequency: 10 Hz
- Operating environment: Surface with diffuse reflection material and reflectivity > 8% (such as walls, trees, humans, etc.)
Remote controller
- Operating frequency: 2.400 GHz - 2.483 GHz (Europe, Japan, Korea); 5.725 GHz - 5.850 GHz (United States, China)
- Transmission power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz CE / MIC / KCC: < 20 dBm; 5.8 GHz SRRC / FCC: < 26 dBm
- Max transmission distance: FCC: 4.3 mi (7 km); SRRC / CE / MIC / KCC: 3.1 mi (5 km) (unobstructed, free of interference)
- Power consumption: 16 W (typical value)
- Display: 5.5-inch screen, 1920×1080, 1000 cd/m², Android system; Memory: 4G RAM + 16G ROM
- Operating temperature range: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40°C)
Intelligent flight battery charging hub (Phantom 4 charging hub)
- Voltage: 17.5 V
- Operating temperature range: 41° to 104° F (5° to 40°C)
- Capacity: 4920 mAh
- Voltage: 7.6 V
- Battery type: LiPo 2S
- Energy: 37.39 Wh
- Operating temperature: -4° to 104° F (-20° to 40°C)
AC power adapter (PH4C160)
- Voltage: 17.4 V
- Rated Power: 160 W
In the Box
- 1x DJI Phantom 4 RTK (no Base Station included)
