Getting started with Pix4Dfields and RedEdge
We are excited to be working with Pix4D to help bring their latest product, Pix4Dfields, to RedEdge customers. Pix4Dfields is a software platform dedicated solely to agricultural drone imagery that provides speed without compromising data integrity. In addition to dedicated tools for crop protection and crop production, Pix4Dfields includes a brand new instant processing engine for multispectral imagery. It is also the first to provide instant processing capability for RedEdge. Below we detail the steps to ensure that your RedEdge is set up properly for use with Pix4Dfields.
Pix4Dfields is compatible with RedEdge data. However, in order to work properly, a one-time configuration update of the camera may be required. After completing this process, your RedEdge is ready to be used with Pix4Dfields. To learn more about Pix4Dfields and purchase the software, please visit their website.
Determining if you need the update
Generally, any RedEdge purchased before June 10th will need the update.
Otherwise, you can check for the presence of the updated calibration using the steps below:
- Update the firmware to the latest version (3.4.0 or higher) via atlas.micasense.com
- Connect to RedEdge wifi, and visit http://192.168.10.254/calibration/rig_relatives in a web browser.
- If the camera has the required calibration, it will display it, indicating that the camera data is ready for Pix4Dfields:
{"0": [0.2, 0.1, 0.2], "1": [0.1, 0.2, 0.1]...- If not, a message should appear stating “No rig relative calibration available.” This means that the camera requires an update to be used with Pix4D fields.
Preparing the camera
- Update the firmware to the latest version (3.4.0 or higher) via atlas.micasense.com
- Provide your RedEdge serial number to MicaSense support and use this form to request your camera-specific update file.
Updating the camera
- Connect to RedEdge wifi (password “micasense”)
- Open http://192.168.10.254/mfg_cal_upload in your browser
- Upload the camera-specific update file provided by MicaSense, <filename>.bin
- You should see a confirmation message, “File successfully stored”
- Restart the camera. The change will take affect after a power cycle.
You are ready to begin using Pix4Dfields and RedEdge!
Want to learn more? Attend the webinar
Interested in Pix4Dfields? Download your free 30 day trial
Questions? Contact MicaSense Support
