Getting started

Download and Install - PIX4Dcatch

This article provides detailed information on downloading and installing Pix4Dcatch on your mobile device. Get started with Pix4Dcatch to capture high-quality datasets for your projects.

Requirements

To get started, you need the following:

  • A mobile device: To check the compatibility with the Pix4Dcatch application, please refer to this guide.
  • The Pix4Dcatch application
  • A RTK device (optional)
  • An SP connector compatible with your mobile device (optional)
  • An NTRIP service subscription or a GNSS base with NTRIP caster (optional)
  • An internet connection
  • PIX4Dmapper, PIX4Dmatic, or PIX4Dcloud license for processing. (PIX4Dmapper does not support LiDAR data)

Important: RTK devices are not supported on Android from version 1.28.0 please contact to the RTK distributor

If you bought the RTK device through Pix4D, please Contact Support

Install PIX4Dcatch

To set up PIX4Dcatch:

  • Download the latest version of PIX4Dcatch for iOS.

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  • Start PIX4Dcatch.
  • Select the Pix4Dcatch account icon icon on the screen.
  • In the Account Details, either create a new Pix4D account or log in with an existing Pix4D account.
  • Once PIX4Dcatch is installed on the device, it is ready to start capturing datasets with the integrated GNSS sensor or with RTK corrections.

Go to Capturing a project for best practices in acquiring a dataset with PIX4Dcatch.

To achieve more precise image geolocation use of the RTK devices Go to RTK devices for more information.