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How to connect DJI Enterprise Drones to SmartFix

This guide explains how to configure DJI Enterprise drones running the DJI Pilot 2 App (such as the Mavic 3 Enterprise or Matrice 300 RTK) to receive RTK corrections from the SmartFix network.

1. Hardware & Internet Pre-Requisites

Before attempting an RTK connection, you must ensure your hardware is physically ready and connected to the internet.

  1. RTK Module: If using a modular drone like the Mavic 3 Enterprise (M3E), ensure the RTK module is physically installed on top of the aircraft and the securing screws are tightened.
  2. Internet Connection: Your DJI smart controller must be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi (e.g., tethered to your phone's hotspot or an internal SIM if supported).
    • Verification: Try to load the map view in the Pilot 2 planning screen. If the satellite imagery loads, you have an active internet connection.

2. Configuring Custom Network RTK

  1. Power on your drone and controller and open the DJI Pilot 2 App.
  2. Enter the camera/flight view.
  3. Tap the three dots (...) in the top right-hand corner of the screen to open the Aircraft Settings menu.
  4. Navigate to the RTK Settings tab (usually the satellite icon).
  5. Enable the RTK Positioning toggle switch.
    • Recommendation: It is highly recommended to toggle Maintain Positioning Accuracy Mode to OFF for surveying missions to prevent the drone from falling back to standard GNSS positioning if RTK is temporarily lost.
      RTK
  6. Under the RTK Service Type section, select Custom Network RTK.
  7. You will now enter your SmartFix credentials and the appropriate network parameters. Refer to the Connection Parameters  table for your regional port.
    • NTRIP Host: Enter www.smartfix.co.nz (or 60.234.42.123).
    • Port: Enter 4815 (The National Nearest Station port). This is optimal for drones as the server will automatically seamlessly connect you to the closest physical base station without needing to manually re-configure your controller when you travel between work regions.
    • User: Enter your SmartFix Username exactly.
    • Password: Enter your SmartFix Password (Case Sensitive).
    • MountPoint: Either manually enter the mountpoint for your selected port (e.g., AUCKfixedADV4) or tap 'Get Mountpoint List' to select it from the dropdown.

      RTK 1-1

      TIP: NearestSiteADV4 (Smart Roaming): Utilising port 4815 and selecting NearestSiteADV4 is the most reliable setup for continuous mobility. DJI users MUST select a mountpoint ending in ADV4 to ensure the drone receives multi-constellation RTCM 3.2 data (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou).

  8. Tap Save to apply the settings.

3. Verifying the Connection Status

Once you tap Save, the drone will attempt to connect to the SmartFix server.

  1. Look at the RTK diagnostic screen or the status bar at the top of the flight view.
  2. You should see data flowing (Kbps) and the position status change from Single or Float to Fix.
  3. Once the status indicates Fix, your drone is operating with centimeter-level accuracy and is ready to fly your mapping mission.