Remotely managed automated drone flights are now easier to achieve with the DJI Dock 2. This system is only compatible with the Matrice 3D or 3TD drone, housing it on location in a rugged base station that can handle the outdoor elements. Setup is now easier, as Dock 2 requires only two people to deploy and is 75% smaller and 68% lighter than the previous model. The Matrice can even help with deployment by letting you use its vision sensors to find the spot with the strongest GNSS reception. Takeoff, landing, and charging are all automatic, letting operators manage and view everything remotely, using a DJI FlightHub 2 and a variety of cloud-based features.

Remote & Automatic Drone Deployment    Specifically Made for Matrice 3D & 3TD    75% Smaller & 68% Lighter Than Gen 1    Built-In Environmental Monitoring System    IP55-Rated Rain & Dust Resistance    6.2-Mile Effective Operating Radius    Accurate Landing & Automatic Charing    Supports Cloud-Based Management    Dual Internal/External Camera Monitoring    Battery Backup with 5+ Hours of Life

While the Dock 2 is IP55-rated for resistance to dust and rain, it's important to know the exact conditions for a safe flight. DJI incorporates an environmental monitoring system into the Dock 2. Sensors detect rainfall, wind speed, temperature, and more.

An assortment of cloud-based features, such as 3D modeling and route planning, help the Matrice have a successful mission after takeoff from the Dock 2. Its real-time weather data can work with online weather forecasting to send warnings to operators or outright terminate flights via DJI FlightHub 2.

A camera on the Matrice and visual positioning markers on the Dock 2 help the drone automatically land. Sometimes, landings may be slightly off, which is why DJI incorporated dual slide ramps that let the Matrice slide into the perfect positions to recharge. Quick charging technology within the Dock 2 can recharge the drone from 20 to 90% capacity in approximately 32 minutes.

An internal and external fisheye camera are built into the Dock 2 for remote, real-time monitoring. The external camera is used to assess weather and other environmental conditions, and the internal camera is used to witness drone takeoffs and landings.

Before takeoff, Dock 2 performs a complete propeller inspection and uses its dual RTK built-in antennas to give the Matrice immediate and accurate return-to-home location data. Even with these tasks, takeoff can be quickly performed in as little as 45 seconds.

In case of a power outage during an operation, a built-in battery backup will provide power for over five hours, allowing the Matrice to safely return and land within the Dock 2.

If any flight task fails or other emergency arises, Dock 2 will utilize DJI FlightHub 2 to immediately send email notifications to operators so they can view logs and troubleshoot the issue.

• 6.2-mile maximum operating radius
• Integrated TEC air conditioning system
• In-cabin temperature and humidity sensors
• Water immersion sensor
• DJI O3-based dual-band video transmission
• Integrated lightning protection for AC and Ethernet ports
• Designed to only require maintenance every six months

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this work with a thunderbolt 2 adaptor?

A: I'm sorry, but it must be a native Thunderbolt 3 connection.

Q: 2. Will the tb3 port act as Usbc if plugged into usb3 a port?

A: No it will only function when connected to a Thunderbolt 3 port

Q: 3. Is this backwards compatible (thunderbolt 2)?

A: I'm sorry, but it is not compatible with Thunderbolt 2.

Q: 4. Does the AkiTio unit have a power switch for the fan as in the description (even though the photo on B&H shows none)?

A: No, the OWC 4TB AKiTiO Thunder3 RAID Station (2 x 2TB) BH #OWTB3RSDK04T does not offer fan control.

Q: 5. Will this work for the Mavic 3?

A: Yes. The Hoodman Drone Launch Pad for DJI Mavic/Spark (2' Diameter) will also work for the DJI Mavic 3.

Q: 6. Does the case come in another color? I own a yellow camera case. Id like to purchase another more feminine color. Thanks

A: This case is not available in a choice of colors.

Q: 7. does this work with the DJI Cendence Remote Controller and Crystalsky monitor?

A: Yes it should. Hoodman lists this as compatible with remotes for the Inspire and Phantom Series.

Q: 8. Can the iPad mini still be inserted into the Mavic controller arms with the HAV1 on the ipad?

A: Yes. The HAV1 rests on the face of the iPad Mini. The sides are clear for the Mavic Arms to engage.

Q: 9. Have the fixed the fan noise issue with the current model?

A: We do not currently have a spec from OWC regarding the Gemini Thunderbolt 3 Dock's fan noise.

Q: 10. Compatible with Gigabyte GC-Titan Ridge 2.0 pcie card?

A: Yes, it would be compatible.