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Sense Stream RC App

This Third-Party Cloud Service integration enables live video streaming and AI-based video processing directly from a DJI drone through a DJI RC device.

The application allows operators to initiate real-time video transmission from the drone and optionally process the live stream using Sense Aeronautics' AI service. The system provides stream management control and real-time visualization URLs for both raw and AI-processed video outputs.

Accessing Sense Stream from the DJI Remote Controller

From the DJI RC home screen, open the DJI Pilot 2 application.
In the main screen, tap the Cloud Service button.

DJI Pilot 2 main screen

Once inside the Cloud Service configuration screen, press Open platforms.

Open platforms screen

In the next screen, you will be prompted to enter the service URL and press Connect.

  • To use the Sense Aeronautics cloud service, enter:
    https://stream.senseaeronautics.com

  • To use a locally deployed instance of the service, enter the corresponding local IP address of your deployment (e.g., http://<your-local-ip>).

Open platforms URL prompt

1. Login

Sense stream login screen

The Login screen provides access to the Pilot Page of Sense Stream.

Users must authenticate using a valid username and password before accessing streaming and AI processing features.

Authentication Flow

  • The default account credentials will be preloaded on the device.
  • Users must verify or enter their credentials.
  • Press Login to initiate authentication against the cloud service.
  • Upon successful validation, the user is redirected to the Pilot Page.

Warning

The drone must be powered on and properly connected to the DJI RC in order to use the service.

2. Pilot Page

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After successful authentication, the user is redirected to the Pilot Page, which contains two main functional cards:

  1. Drone Stream – Controls live video streaming from the drone camera.
  2. AI Processing Service – Manages the Sense Aeronautics AI processing service.

Tip

Once logged in, users may exit and re-enter the application using the RC Back button (<) to navigate through the controller.
Returning to Sense Stream does not require re-authentication while the session remains active.

2.1. Drone Stream

The Drone Stream card allows the user to start and stop live video transmission from the drone.

  • The drone must be powered on.
  • A valid connection between the drone and the DJI RC must be established.

Start Livestream

Drone streaming

When the user presses Start livestream:

  • The drone initiates a live video transmission session.
  • The card changes to a highlighted/colored state to indicate active streaming.
  • A QR code is automatically generated to access the live video output on the Sense Aeronautics viewing platform.
  • A public viewing URL becomes available:
  • It can be copied using the icon next to the card title.
  • Clicking the card title (Drone Stream) displays the full viewing URL.

To stop the transmission:

  • Press Stop livestream.
  • The stream will terminate.
  • The card returns to its inactive state.

Stream Status Indicator

  • The cloud icon indicates whether the drone is currently streaming.
  • Clicking the icon displays technical information related to the stream (fps, video and audio bit rate, etc.).

Drone livestream info panel

2.2 AI Processing Service

The AI Processing Service enables real-time AI processing of the drone’s video stream.

This service performs advanced analysis on the incoming video feed and generates a processed output stream.

Availability

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Info

This card is only enabled if the user has an active AI-enabled account.

To activate an account, contact: support@senseaeronautics.com

No AI info panel

Start AI Processing

To begin AI processing:

  1. Ensure the drone livestream is active.
  2. Press Start AI.

Sense stream AI running

When activated:

  • The live video stream is processed in real time.
  • A QR code is generated for viewing the processed output.
  • A viewing URL is made available:
  • It can be copied via the icon next to the card title.
  • Clicking the card title (AI Output) displays the full viewing URL.

The URL behavior is identical to the Drone Stream card.

AI Processing Status

The current processing state is displayed below the card title:

  • Not Processing – Service available but inactive.
  • Processing – AI processing is running correctly.
  • Reconnecting – The system lost connection to the drone stream and is attempting automatic recovery.

Reconnecting AI

API Information

Clicking the Sense Aeronautics icon located below the card title opens a side information panel.

Sense stream API info panel

This panel:

  • Displays details about the Sense Aeronautics API (version, documentation direct access and API key expiration date).
  • Includes a direct link to the official Sense Aeronautics web page for extended documentation.