Is there any fix yet for the terrible low resolution map quality on the RC controller?


The satellite layer especially is worse than useless!


RC-N1 with a phone or tablet works fine.



DJI has acknowledged the issue but so far no sign of improvement...

Yerp. One of the reasons I use the N1.

Hi there. Thank you for reaching out. We do notice that the Maptiler has lower satellite accuracy in some countries, our relevant team is working on this issue as well, thanks for your feedback, which will help us to improve this service quality better and optimize this issue in future App versions. Please stay tuned for our DJI official website update.

Phone or tablet is fine because they use Google services and hence Google Maps, DJI don't appear to be allowed to use Google services and therefore stuck with the much lower quality MapTiler, although i am not sure why they had to stop using MapBox, perhaps it was a money thing or perhaps because they too are US based, although, i'm not sure why they cant use that one...

I recommend you fly with the radar display turned on,  it's far more useful than the map.

DAFlys Posted at 1-29 01:25
I recommend you fly with the radar display turned on,  it's far more useful than the map.

Agreed, the only time i find the map of any use now is on the return journey, just to make sure i don't go too far off course, tends to happen as i fly manually a fair bit.

Satellite maps used to be useful for finding stuff, but thats not possible unless I use the phone, its more finicky now so we do really need them back but i cant see how thats going to happen, the left MapBox for MapTiler for a reason, i just cant work that one out just yet...

Bashy Posted at 1-29 04:38
Agreed, the only time i find the map of any use now is on the return journey, just to make sure i don't go too far off course, tends to happen as i fly manually a fair bit.

Satellite maps used to be useful for finding stuff, but thats not possible unless I use the phone, its more finicky now so we do really need them back but i cant see how thats going to happen, the left MapBox for MapTiler for a reason, i just cant work that one out just yet...

The radar also shows up if the drone in kangarooing or being hit heard with the wind.

DAFlys Posted at 1-29 04:55
The radar also shows up if the drone in kangarooing or being hit heard with the wind.

The wind, yes, I dont normally worry too much about the wind unless I'm on a run, gives you an idea as to how hard ya buddy is flying lol that said, I've normally planned for it, i.e. if its over 10mph i don't bother even leaving those if its just for the range run.

Anyhoo, what is this kangarooing lark?

Bashy Posted at 1-29 07:37
The wind, yes, I dont normally worry too much about the wind unless I'm on a run, gives you an idea as to how hard ya buddy is flying lol that said, I've normally planned for it, i.e. if its over 10mph i don't bother even leaving those if its just for the range run.

Anyhoo, what is this kangarooing lark?

I have no idea what causes it but the Mini3 will occasionally will kangaroo,  like someone who hasn't learnt how the clutch works in a car.   Unless you can clearly see the drone there are two ways to tell its happening,  the radar or the speed.

DAFlys Posted at 1-29 08:01
I have no idea what causes it but the Mini3 will occasionally will kangaroo,  like someone who hasn't learnt how the clutch works in a car.   Unless you can clearly see the drone there are two ways to tell its happening,  the radar or the speed.

Oh, wow, not sure ive come across that yet :/
I know one thing, the bloody right stick has ruined the thumb on my eXtremities glove, they are too bloody rough, need a new pair now, wondering about these
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pgytech-Photography-Gloves-Large-Unisex/dp/B07JRFCHV9

Bashy Posted at 1-29 08:25
Oh, wow, not sure ive come across that yet :/
I know one thing, the bloody right stick has ruined the thumb on my eXtremities glove, they are too bloody rough, need a new pair now, wondering about these
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pgytech-Photography-Gloves-Large-Unisex/dp/B07JRFCHV9

I never wear a glove on my right hand when flying.  

The maps are particularly poor. There is a cloud over my usual flying area and absolutely no detail whatsoever, It would be good if DJI could improve them.

DAFlys Posted at 1-30 00:56
I never wear a glove on my right hand when flying.

my thumb freezes lol

Bashy Posted at 1-29 07:37
The wind, yes, I dont normally worry too much about the wind unless I'm on a run, gives you an idea as to how hard ya buddy is flying lol that said, I've normally planned for it, i.e. if its over 10mph i don't bother even leaving those if its just for the range run.

Anyhoo, what is this kangarooing lark?

Here's an example of what you see when the drone kangaroos.    In this same the right stick was held forward and not moved.

DAFlys Posted at 1-31 01:51
Here's an example of what you see when the drone kangaroos.    In this same the right stick was held forward and not moved.

that aint right, it needs a service

Bashy Posted at 1-31 04:12
that aint right, it needs a service

This is from the flight log.  It's done it from time to time since day one and my Mavic 2 pro has also done it a few times.   

I have stable speed. But I didn't fly in strong winds. Maybe this is the problem?

DAFlys Posted at 1-31 04:17
This is from the flight log.  It's done it from time to time since day one and my Mavic 2 pro has also done it a few times.   

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Thats cream krackered chap, speak to support, could prob do with a new one anyway lol

Bashy Posted at 1-31 07:51
Thats cream krackered chap, speak to support, could prob do with a new one anyway lol

It rarely happens and if it does all you do is release the right stick and reapply.

DAFlys Posted at 1-31 07:52
It rarely happens and if it does all you do is release the right stick and reapply.

Thats just it, you shouldn't have to do that, sommat is wrong, when was the last time you did a calibration of the damn, forgot what its called but you know what i mean?

Bashy Posted at 1-31 18:18
Thats just it, you shouldn't have to do that, sommat is wrong, when was the last time you did a calibration of the damn, forgot what its called but you know what i mean?

A few days ago the IMU and compass were calibrated.     It happens once in 50 or so flights for me.  And it's not the only drone Ive had that does it.  Most people would not see it without paying careful attention to the radar.

DAFlys Posted at 2-1 00:47
A few days ago the IMU and compass were calibrated.     It happens once in 50 or so flights for me.  And it's not the only drone Ive had that does it.  Most people would not see it without paying careful attention to the radar.

True, i only watch the radar on a long haul, still, i would want it sorted, sommat ain't right

Mullheliflier Posted at 1-30 01:31
The maps are particularly poor. There is a cloud over my usual flying area and absolutely no detail whatsoever, It would be good if DJI could improve them.

Thank you for your feedback and we're sorry for the trouble. We will coordinate this concern of yours to our designated team for attention. Thank you for your understanding and support.

Glad I’m not the only one disappointed by the quality  of the satellite layer used on the DJI RC Controller maps. It is almost useless, and a huge disimprovement over the one used in the old DJI-Go app.
Surely it is time DJI fixed this problem, which is letting down an otherwise brilliant product.

I see several customers share my complaint, so could you at DJI please let me know what progress you are making to resolve this issue

when fix will be released?

virusPL Posted at 7-8 01:38
when fix will be released?

+1
I join the question, when will this problem be fixed? in a new location, a good satellite map is really needed so that there is visibility like on a phone with an N-1 remote control

Same issue with satellite layers.
Cant make out anything.
Was working for a while when I bought the DJI RC then Gone.
the update in April didn't fix it.
Stuck with a poor quality product.
Its been to long.

I don’t understand the problem. I always download the maps for the areas where I’m goin* to fly and on screen they are of a better quality than my Garmin satnav. Is this a regional problem?

DuRavary Posted at 7-13 23:40
I don’t understand the problem. I always download the maps for the areas where I’m goin* to fly and on screen they are of a better quality than my Garmin satnav. Is this a regional problem?

We are talking about the RC(RM-330) remote control and satellite maps. Perhaps you are right that the problem is regional. In any case, in Israel it just looks terrible. By the way, the maps are not Google, but another company.
On my other remote (usual without a screen), Google maps are loaded from the tablet. Everything is great there.
Therefore, I have something to compare and the difference is terrifying.
I'm just ashamed of DJI that they save on maps, and we risk flight safety.

bobmalkh Posted at 7-14 01:14
We are talking about the RC(RM-330) remote control and satellite maps. Perhaps you are right that the problem is regional. In any case, in Israel it just looks terrible. By the way, the maps are not Google, but another company.
On my other remote (usual without a screen), Google maps are loaded from the tablet. Everything is great there.
Therefore, I have something to compare and the difference is terrifying.

If it was regional then my fellow DJI RC owners here in Australia would be having the same issue as me.

Electriflyer Posted at 7-15 17:59
If it was regional then my fellow DJI RC owners here in Australia would be having the same issue as me.

And we do indeed, since DJI changed map provider... Plenty of threads about if you search... The new maps are useless unless you live in dense populated area (Australia don't qualify), or if you don't use terrain...

The only way of fixing this would be for DJI to revert back to the previous map supplier, and so far, it has not happened...


This is old news...

DJI - when fix will be released?

Old news and still current.

They must want us to buy the DJI rc2.

Think we should all submit a support ticket seeing this isn't what we paid for.

I continue to look for answers as to WHY IS DJI USING OUTDATED MAPS WITH AN INCREDIBLY SUBSTANDARD RESOLUTION ON A PREMIER PRODUCT JUST RELEASED[b]

Hexter Posted at 10-28 19:37
I continue to look for answers as to WHY IS DJI USING OUTDATED MAPS WITH AN INCREDIBLY SUBSTANDARD RESOLUTION ON A PREMIER PRODUCT JUST RELEASED

The Maptiler is used on devices that do not support Google services. However, we appreciate your feedback. I will forward it to the related department. Rest assured they are already working on the issue.

Hexter Posted at 10-28 19:37
I continue to look for answers as to WHY IS DJI USING OUTDATED MAPS WITH AN INCREDIBLY SUBSTANDARD RESOLUTION ON A PREMIER PRODUCT JUST RELEASED

Prob cause its free and or they are not restricted by license.

If you want good maps, then you will need to use the N(*) RC and your own device, its a shame cause as it stands, it is poop

Dirty Bird Posted at 10-29 05:02
I have had seem this phenomenon happen to my Mini 3 Pro a few of times.  You only notice it from the radar as the gimbal keeps the camera level.  I have found if I release the stick & let it hover for a second, then resume forward progress, the oscillation stops & flight returns to normal.

Yes exactly the same happens to mine, although Ive not seen it as often since the last firmware update.  

DJI Tony Posted at 10-29 04:05
The Maptiler is used on devices that do not support Google services. However, we appreciate your feedback. I will forward it to the related department. Rest assured they are already working on the issue.

I always appreciate how quickly you respond (DJI) but rearely is anything done.   This thread goes back over SIX MONTHS, and a similar response was putout then (we are working on it).

DJI work is going fine pumping out new products at hyper speed, but often what appear to be less-than-gargantuan fixes, take forever to rectify, if not totally dismissed.  

This map issue is critical for many, esp those who rely on the accuracy and level of detail offered by google  via GMS.  Let’s see something, or if you’re not going to do anything, just say so.