PIX4Dconnector allows users to convert projects already processed in PIX4Dmapper to PIX4Dmatic, taking advantage of each product and combining each product's potential to obtain more complete results.

For example, with PIX4Dmapper, the user can create a customized project using Control Points to obtain a more accurate point cloud. With PIX4Dinspect, the user can run the algorithms for Antenna and Rust detection.  

Important notes

• The .las point cloud needs to be generated in PIX4Dmapper.
• These processing options have to be selected in PIX4Dmapper when processing the project locally:
  • Initial Processing > Calibration tab > Export Camera Internals and Externals, AAT, BBA. 
    
    

How to use PIX4Dconnector

Select the PIX4Dmapper project file

1. Install the PIX4Dconnector. The installer can be accessed here.
2. Launch the PIX4Dconnector.
3. Create a new project upload by:
   • Dragging and dropping the .p4d file, or
   • Clicking on Select from disk. For this option, navigate on your PC to the .p4d file path

Define the project details

1. Select PIX4Dmatic as the product for a new project conversion.
2. Give the project a name.
3. The project's folder Path displays the location of the PIX4Dmapper project file. 
4. Required files are listed.
5. Optionally, it is possible to add additional outputs (GCPs) for the project conversion. 
6. Click Next to confirm.

Log in

If not logged in already, login is requested at this stage. The option Create new Pix4D account allows one to sign up if needed.

After entering the Pix4D credentials (Email and password), click Log in.

Wait for the results

1. A new project is added to the main Connector's dashboard.
2. A notification is sent via e-mail once the results are ready on PIX4Dinspect. 

Settings and Support

1. At the top right corner of the PIX4Dconnector dashboard, tap the user icon.
2. After successful login, links to the Plan & license, Account settings, Support, and Community are available.