How to 3D map a search and rescue area with a DJI Phantom 4 Pro
To 3D map a search and rescue area with a DJI Phantom 4 Pro, fly WideBrowse (Grid) mode in the SkyeBrowse Flight App, then upload the video to SkyeBrowse. SkyeBrowse processes it in the cloud at about one minute per minute of video and returns a top-down orthomosaic and 3D terrain model of the search area that teams can measure and share by link. Upload the drone's .SRT subtitle file with the video to georeference the model, and Public Safety & Enterprise models reach 0.1 inch accuracy without ground control points.
Applies to the DJI Phantom 4, Phantom 4 Pro, and Phantom 4 Pro V2.
Capture the search and rescue with the Phantom 4 Pro
Install the Flight App
Install the SkyeBrowse Flight App from the download page and confirm your controller against the supported drones list.
Automated flight
Fly WideBrowse (Grid), the automated grid flight for areas over 1 acre. Turn on Cross Grids for a perpendicular second pass with better lateral coverage, and reuse location and settings from Previous Flights when you return.
Georeference the model
Turn on video subtitle (.SRT) recording in the DJI camera settings before takeoff. Upload the .SRT file with the video and SkyeBrowse georeferences the model automatically.
Process the video
Upload the MP4 or MOV file at app.skyebrowse.com. Processing runs at about one minute per minute of video, and most models are ready 5 to 10 minutes after upload. Public Safety & Enterprise models reach 0.1 inch accuracy and Commercial models reach 0.5 inch, with no ground control points.
Outputs and measurements for search and rescue
Rapid Upload
Does part of the processing on your device, makes the video file 10X smaller, and finishes processing in about 2 minutes. Built for quick models and areas with bad GPS.
Terrain tools
Topographical Map View colors the surface by elevation and Topographic Map overlays contour lines, both included with Pro models and Public Safety & Enterprise. Slope Map and the Profile panel are Public Safety & Enterprise only.
Public links
Anyone with the link can open the model in a browser, and the viewer tools work with touch on phones and tablets.
Frequently asked questions
Does the SkyeBrowse Flight App support the DJI Phantom 4 Pro?
Yes. SkyeBrowse fully supports the DJI Phantom 4, Phantom 4 Pro, and Phantom 4 Pro V2: the Flight App flies automated SkyeBrowse (Orbit) and WideBrowse (Grid) missions.
How do I get accurate measurements from Phantom 4 Pro video?
Turn on video subtitle (.SRT) recording in the DJI camera settings before takeoff. Upload the .SRT file with the video and SkyeBrowse georeferences the model automatically.
How fast can a search area model be ready?
Standard processing runs at about one minute per minute of video. Rapid Upload does part of the processing on your device and finishes in about 2 minutes.
Map your first site today
Create a free account, upload one drone or phone video, and open a measurable 3D model in minutes. Agencies that need CJIS compliance and 0.1 inch accuracy can request a quote for Public Safety & Enterprise.
