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APPENDIX B-1

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ Manufacturer’s User 

Manual
V1.8

2015.01

User Manual

PHANTOM 2 VISION+
2 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

Phantom 2 Vision + User Manual 

 2015.01

Please read this manual carefully before using the product. 

Using This Manual

Key

Warning Important Hints and Tips References or Definitions 

Important

Except when specifically stated, all descriptions in this manual are for Phantom mode, not Naza-M mode.

Before Flight

The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensure you to make full use of your Phantom 2 Vision+. 

(1) Disclaimer

(2) Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide

(3) Phantom 2 Vision+ User Manual

(4) Phantom Pilot Training Guide

Watching all the tutorial videos and reading the Disclaimer before flight is recommended. Afterwards, prepare your first 

flight using the Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide. Improve your flying skills in subsequent flights using the Phantom 

Pilot Training Guide. Refer to this manual for more comprehensive information. Experienced users, particularly those with 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision experience should skip to the Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide to begin preparing for flight.

Watch the Tutorial Videos

Please watch the tutorial videos below to learn how to use Phantom 2 Vision+ 

correctly and safely.

http://www.dji.com/phantom2visionplus/training/

Phantom 2 Vision+ official tutorial videos

Download DJI VISION App

Download and install the DJI VISION App. Choose one of the download methods below.

Search "DJI VISION" on the App Store then follow instructions for iOS version.

Search "DJI VISION" on Google Play then follow instructions for Android version.

Important Safety Notice

Use your Phantom carefully. It contains sensitive electronic components and may be damaged when dropped, crashed 

or exposed to water. Never fly a damaged Phantom.

Maintenance

Do not open or attempt to repair Phantom by yourself as doing so may cause damage to the Phantom or cause injury. If 

the Phantom is not operating normally or has come into contact with liquid, contact a DJI authorized dealer or DJI customer 

service. Learn more at www.dji.com/support

Battery

Never disassemble, pinch, crush, burn, drop or tread on the DJI smart flight battery. Never short or allow the metal contacts 

on the battery terminal to touch. Do not expose batteries to extreme temperatures. Always use the DJI approved charger to 

charge the battery. Keep the DJI battery away from children and store it in a cool, dry place.

Please read the Disclaimer before using your Phantom 2 Vision+.

iOS6.1 or above Android 4.0 or above

V1.8
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Contents

Important Safety Notice 2

Using This Manual

 Key 2

 Important 2

 Before Flight 2

 Watch the Tutorial Videos 2

Download DJI VISION App 2

Overview

 1 In the Box 5

 2 Introduction 6

Assembly and Use

1 Removing Gimbal Clamp 7

 2 Preparing the Battery 7

2.1 DJI Smart Flight Battery 7

2.2 Usages 8

2.3 Charging the Flight Battery 9

2.4 Battery Installation 10

2.5 Correct Battery Usage Notes 10

 3 Preparing the Phantom 2 Vision+ 11

3.1 Introduction 11

3.2 Built-in Flight Control System 11

FC Assistant Port 11

3.3 LED Flight Indicator Descriptions 12

3.4 3-axial Stabilized Gimbal 12

Anti-drop Kit 13

Micro-SD Slot 13

Gimbal Error Warnings 13

3.5 Camera 14

Lens cap removal 14

Camera Function Buttons 14

Camera Data Port 14

Camera LED Indicator 15

 4 Attaching the Propellers 15

4.1 Introduction 15

4.2 Assembly 15

4.3 Removing the Propellers 16

4.4 Notes 16

5 Preparing the Remote Controller 16

5.1 The Remote Controller 17

5.2 Power on the Remote Controller 17

5.3 Remote Controller Power LED Status 

Information 17

5.4 Battery Level Indicator 17

5.5 Antenna Orientation 17

5.6 Remote Controller Operation 18

5.7 Linking the Remote Controller and

Receiver 19

Linking Procedures 19

Link Indicator 19

5.8 Compliance Version Configuration 19

 6 Preparing the Range Extender 20

6.1 Introduction 20

SYSTEM Indicator 20

POWER Indicator 20

Binding Reset Button 20

6.2 Using Range Extender 20

Charging the Range Extender 20

Powering on the Range Extender 21

Checking the Battery Level 21

6.3 Rename Range Extender SSID 21

6.4 Binding the Phantom 2 Vision+ and 

Range Extender 21

 7 Downloading and Installing the 

DJI VISION App 22

7.1 Download and Install 22

7.2 Register and Login 23

[1] Register 23

[2] Login 23

[3] Usage tips 23

8 Connecting the Camera 24

8.1 Connecting Procedures 24

Wi-Fi Computer Connection Status 

Description 24

Flight

Flight Environment Requirements 25

Preflight Checklist 25

1 Calibrating the Compass 25

1.1Calibration Procedures 25
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1.2 When to Recalibrate 26

2 Starting/Stopping the Motors 26

2.1 Starting Motors 26

2.2 Stopping Motors 26

 3 Flight Test 26

3.1Take off/Landing Procedures 26

3.2 Video Suggestions and Tips 27

 4 Failsafe Function 27

4.1 When Will Failsafe Activate? 27

4.2 Failsafe Procedure 27

Failsafe on the DJI VISION App 28

4.3 Regaining Control During Failsafe 

Procedures 28

 5 Low Battery Level Warning Function 28

Low Battery Level Warning on the DJI 

VISION App 29

 6 Flight Limits 30

6.1 Max Height & Radius Limits 30

6.2 Flight Restriction of Restricted Areas 30

6.3 Conditions of Flight Limits 32

6.4 Disclaimer 32

DJI VISION App Usage

1 DJI VISION App Main Menu 32

2 Camera Page 33

[1] Return 33

[2] Camera Pitch Control 33

Normal Mode 33

Accelerometer Sensor Mode 33

[3] Flight Attitude and Radar Function 34

[4] Flight Parameters 34

[5] Wi-Fi Signal Strength 34

[6] Flight Battery Level 34

[7] Aircraft GPS Status 34

[8] Micro-SD Card Status 34

[9] Range Extender Battery Level 34

[10] Remaining Shots 34

[11] Shutter Button 35

[12] Video Recording Button 35

[13] Camera Settings 35

[14] Hide or Show Flight Parameters 35

[15] Rear LED Flight Indicator Status 35

3 Camera Settings 35

[1] Capture Mode 35

[2] Photo Size 36

[3] Video Resolution 36

[4] Photo Format 36

[5] Selectable ISO 36

[6] White Balance 36

[7] Exposure Metering 36

[8] Exposure Compensation 37

[9] Sharpness 37

[10] Anti-flicker 37

[11] Restore Defaults 37

[12] Format Micro-SD Card 37

 4 Album Page 37

4.1 SD Card Album 37

4.2 Mobile Device Photo Album 38

5 News Page 39

 6 Settings Page 39

 7 Ground Station 42

7.1 Ground Station GUI 42

7.2 Using Ground Station 43

PC / MAC Assistant 

 1 Installing Driver and Phantom 2 Vision+ 

Assistant 45

1.1 Installing and Running on Windows 45

1.2 Installing and Running on Mac OS X 45

 2 Using Assistant 46

2.1 Using the Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant 46

2.2 Firmware Upgrade of the Phantom 2 Vision+ 46

2.3 Using the Phantom RC Assistant 47

Appendix

 1 Rear LED Flight Indicator Status 48

2 Specifications 48

 3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) 49
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Overview

The Phantom 2 Vision+ is the next evolution of the Phantom 2 Vision. It features the same App enabled First Person View 

(FPV), high performance camera, remote camera control and in-flight content sharing, but adds to it a high performance 

3- axial camera stabilization system. It is ideal for aerial creativity whether photo or video. In addition, it provides ground 

station function which allows users to plan the flight mission and enables aircraft to flight automatically.

FPV: First Person View, see the world from the perspective of the craft and feel a true flying experience.

1 In the Box

Check that all of the following items have been included in your package before use. If anything is missing, please 

contact your local dealer.

NO. Name Picture Qty. Remarks 

1 Aircraft 1 Integrated gimbal and camera

2 Propeller Pairs 4 4 with black nut, 4 with grey 

3 Micro-SD Card 1 Inserted in aircraft Micro-SD slot 

4 Lens Cap 1 Fixed to camera lens

5 Gimbal Clamp 1 Attached to the gimbal

6 Prop Wrench 1 In maintenance packet

7 Remote Controller 1 Includes attached Phone Holder and 

Range Extender

8 DJI Smart Flight 

Battery 1 Inside aircraft

9 Charger 1 110-240V Adaptive

10 Power Cables 2 GB & CE

11 Plug Adaptors 2 SAA & BS

12 Micro-USB Cable 1 For range extender charging and 

firmware upgrade

In the Box
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Overview

13 Manuals 4

Including: Disclaimer, Phantom Pilot 

Training Guide, Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick 

Start Guide, User Manual

14 Stickers 2 Colors: Pink, Blue

15 Vibration Absorber 4 In maintenance packet

16 Anti-drop Kit 2 In maintenance packet

17 Spare Screws 11 In maintenance packet M3X5(6pcs); 

M3X8(5pcs)

18 Landing Pad 4 In maintenance packet

 

2 Introduction

The Phantom 2 Vision+ package includes: Phantom, Camera, Gimbal, Propulsion System, Flight Control System, 

Remote Controller and Wi-Fi Communication System. 5.8 GHz Remote Controller Receiver, Flight Control System and 2.4 

GHz Wi-Fi Module are inside the Phantom. 

Remote Controller Outside Working Modes Inside

5.8GHz

2 sticks, 7 channels

3-axial Stabilized Gimbal

Camera

Motors and Props

Phantom-Ready to Fly and Ready 

to Fly(non-GPS)

NAZA-M-GPS, ATTI, Manual and 

Failsafe 

Flight Control System

2.4GHz Wi-Fi Module

5.8GHz Receiver

Electronic Speed 

Controls(ESCs)

Mobile Device,

with DJI VISION App 

Mobile Device Holder

Range Extender

Remote Controller

Aircraft

Motor

Gimbal

Propeller

Camera 

Figure 1 
Assembly and Use

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Choose between Phantom and Naza-M working modes using Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant. If using Naza-M 

mode, please refer to the NAZA-M V2 Quick Start Manual for related instructions. 

Phantom: Flight settings will be selected automatically depending on whether 6 or more satellites have been 

found. This mode allows users to configure the Remote Controller and gain values, and use Failsafe and battery 

level warnings.

Naza-M: Flight settings will be identical to the Naza-M V2. Users can choose between GPS, Attitude, or Manual 

mode. They can also access advanced settings including Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC). Rear LED Flight 

Indicators will display the flight status according to the Naza-M indicator.

Ready to Fly: When 6 or more GPS satellites have been found, the Flight Control System will lock its home point 

and Rear LED Flight Indicators will blink a slow green ( ). This mode is ideal for beginners. 

Ready to Fly (non-GPS): When less than 6 GPS satellites have been found, the Flight Control System will 

stabilize itself less than in full Ready to Fly mode and will require more skilled flying. Rear LED Flight Indicators 

will blink a slow yellow ( ).

Assembly and Use

Follow the below instructions to prepare for flight.

1 Removing Gimbal Clamp

Pull gimbal clamp in the direction indicated to remove. 

Figure 2 

2 Preparing the Battery

Ensure all related devices are fully charged before flying the Phantom 2 Vision+.

Device Power supply

Remote Controller 2000mAh rechargeable LiPo battery 

Range Extender Charge fully through Micro-USB slot. See Charging the Range 

Extender (Page 20) for details.

Aircraft (including gimbal and camera) DJI Smart Flight Battery.

Mobile Device Fully charge before using the DJI VISION App.

2.1 DJI Smart Flight Battery

This battery has been specially designed for the Phantom 2 series. It has a battery capacity of 5200mAh, voltage of 

11.1V and charge-discharge management functionality. It can only be charged with a DJI charger or Phantom 2 Car 

Charger.

To avoid damage to the gimbal, remove Gimbal Clamp 

before powering up the Phantom. 

Attach the Gimbal Clamp during transportation or long 

term storage to avoid damage.

Smart Flight Battery DJI Charger

Removing Gimbal Clamp / Preparing the Battery

Figure 3 Figure 4 
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Flight

Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended to carry out the tasks in the Phantom Pilot Training Guide 

to prepare for more complex flight maneuvers and learn to fly safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in a suitable 

location. 

Flight Environment Requirements

(1) Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speed exceeding category 4, snow, rain 

and smog.

(2) Fly in open fields as high buildings or steel structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass. 

(3) Keep the Phantom away from obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees or bodies of water when in flight. 

(4) Reduce the chance of electromagnetic interference by not flying in areas with high levels of electromagnetism, 

including base stations or radio transmission towers.

(5) The Phantom cannot operate within the polar areas.

(6) Do not fly the aircraft within no-fly zones specified by local laws and regulations.

Preflight Checklist

(1) Remote Controller, smart battery, Range Extender and smartphone are fully charged.

(2) Propellers are mounted correctly.

(3) Gimbal clamp has been removed.

(4) Damping absorbers are in good condition, not broken or worn.

(5) Anti-drop kits have been mounted correctly.

(6) Camera lens cap has been removed.

(7) Micro-SD card has been inserted if necessary.

(8) Gimbal is functioning as normal.

(9) Motors can start and are functioning as normal.

(10) DJI VISION App can connect to the camera.

1 Calibrating the Compass

IMPORTANT: Make sure to calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive to 

electromagnetic interference, which can cause abnormal compass data leading to poor flight performance or even flight 

failure. Regular calibration is required for optimum performance.

 DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, 

parking structures, and steel reinforcements underground.

 DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones.

 DO NOT calibrate beside massive metal objects.

1.1Calibration Procedures

Choose an open space to carry out the following procedures. Watch the Phantom 2 Vision+ quick start video for more 

details.

Figure 48 

Start cali.

LED Flight 

Indicator

Position-1

Position-3

Positon-1->Positon-3

->Positon1 Flip once

Start horizontal calibration

LED Flight Indicator

Solid Yellow

Start vertical calibration

LED Flight Indicator

Solid Green

Succeed

Normal LED

Fail

Red, Yellow 

flashing in turn

360°Rotate the aircraft 

horizontally

360°Rotate the aircraft 

vertically (Nose downward) Quickly flip the switch S1

Position-1

Position-3

Position-1->Position-3->Position1 

Flip 5 times or above, or tap 

"Compass Calibration" in DJI 

VISION APP

Calibrating the Compass

Re-calibrate
Flight

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If compass calibration is needed before flight, a prompt will appear on the DJI VISON App’s camera page. It will 

disappear after successful calibration. 

1.2 When to Recalibrate

(1) When compass data is abnormal, the rear LED flight indicator will blink red and yellow.

(2) Flying in different location to last flight. 

(3) Mechanical structure of the Phantom has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the compass.

(4) Severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom does not fly in straight lines.

2 Starting/Stopping the Motors

2.1 Starting Motors

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors instead of 

simply pushing the stick up. Push both sticks to their bottom corners to start the 

motors. Once the motors have spun up, release both sticks simultaneously. 

2.2 Stopping Motors

There are two methods to stop the motors.

Method 1: When the Phantom has landed, push the throttle down, then conduct CSC. Motors will stop immediately. 

Release both sticks once motors stop.

Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push the throttle down and hold. Motors will stop after 3 seconds.

Figure 49

Figure 50 Figure 51 

[1] [2]

Do not execute CSC during normal flight. This will stop the motors and cause the aircraft to drop without control.

 Conduct the CSC as neatly as you can. Release the sticks once motors start/stop.

 Pull down the throttle stick to descend. The stick will lock into place and the aircraft will descend steadily. Push 

the throttle stick upward to release throttle lock. 

3 Flight Test

3.1Take off/Landing Procedures 

(1) Place the Phantom 2 Vision+ on open flat ground with battery indicators facing towards you.

(2) Power on the Remote Controller and Range Extender, then the Smart Flight Battery.

(3) Launch the DJI VISION App and start bind it with your smartphone then enter the camera preview page.

(4) Wait until the Rear LED Flight Indicator blinks green. This means it has initialized and is Ready to Fly. If it flashes yellow, 

it is in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode and will require more careful flight. Execute the CSC command to start motors.

(5) Push the throttle up slowly to take off. Refer to Remote Controller Operation (Page 18) for more details.

(6) Shoot photos and videos using the DJI VISION App. Refer to DJI VISION App Usage (Page 32) for more details.

(7) To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle gently to descend.

(8) After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position for 3 seconds or more until the 

motors stop.

(9) Turn off the smart battery, Range Extender and Remote Controller.

Starting/Stopping the Motors / Flight Test
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 When the Rear LED Flight Indicator blinks yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. 

Refer to Failsafe Function(Page 27) for details.

 A low battery level warning is indicated by the Rear LED Flight Indicator blinking red slowly or rapidly during 

flight. Refer to the Low Battery Level Warning Function(Page 28) for details.

 View tutorials about flight for more flight information:www.dji.com/phantom2visionplus/training.

 Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and temperature. Be 

very careful when flying 3000 meters (9800 feet) or more above sea level, as battery and aircraft performance 

may be reduced.

3.2 Video Suggestions and Tips

(1) Work through the check list before each flight.

(2) Set the gimbal working mode to Stabilized.

(3) Aim to shoot when flying in Ready to Fly only.

(4) Always fly in good weather, such as sunny or windless days.

(5) Change camera settings to suit you. These include FOV, photo format and exposure compensation.

(6) Take flight tests to establish flight routes and scenes.

(7) Push the sticks gently to make aircraft movements stable and smooth.

4 Failsafe Function

The Phantom will enter Failsafe mode when its connection to the Remote Controller is lost. The Flight Control System will 

automatically control the aircraft to return to home and land to prevent injury or damage.

Home Point: When the Phantom enters ‘Ready to Fly’ from the ‘Ready to Fly status (non-GPS)’, the GPS 

coordinates will be recorded and set as the home point. 

 When Remote Controller signal is lost, the aircraft will return to the recorded home point coordinates and land. 

 Home point coordinates are used to calculate the horizontal distance of the aircraft (shown as “Distance” on the 

GUI of the DJI VISION App).

 After successfully record the home point, rear LED flight indicators blink fast green.

Dynamic Home Point: The Home point will be reset to position of the mobile device at specific time intervals. 

 Enable dynamic home point in DJI Vision app or Phantom 2 Assistant.

 Dynamic home point is only available to the GPS-enabled mobile device. Turn on GPS and data service to 

obtain higher accuracy of the mobile device position.

Dynamic home point is useful in situations when you are in motion and require a Home point that is different 

from the takeoff point.

4.1 When Will Failsafe Activate?

(1) The Remote Controller is powered off.

(2) The Phantom has flown out of effective remote controller range.

(3) The signal between the Remote Controller and the Phantom has been blocked. 

(4) There is interference causing a signal problem with the Remote Controller.

4.2 Failsafe Procedure

Initiating the Failsafe mode from different flying statuses will results in different landing processes.

Ready to Fly(non-GPS)- Automatic landing

The Flight Control System will keep the aircraft level during descent and landing. It may be drift during the descent and landing process.

Ready to Fly- Automatic go home and land

The Flight Control System will automatically control the aircraft to fly back to the home point and land.

Failsafe Function

5 Fly back to home point

LED Flight Indicator Yellow flashing

4 Signal lost lasts 3s, begin to go home

LED Flight Indicator Yellow flashing

2 Flying

LED Flight Indicator Green flashing

3 Remote Controller signal lost

LED Flight Indicator Yellow flashing

6 Landing after hovering 15s

LED Flight Indicator Yellow flashing

Figure 52 

Height over home point>20m

Elevate to 20m

Height over home point<=20m

20m

1 Record Home Point

LED Flight Indicator

Yellow flashing Green flashing
Flight

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Low Battery Level Warning Function

Figure 55 

Ready to Fly

 To ensure the aircraft successful return to home after Failsafe activation, aim to only fly in Ready to Fly mode.

 The Phantom will automatically descend during the Failsafe process if there are less than 6 GPS satellites 

detected for more than 20 seconds. 

 When the aircraft is landing automatically, users can control the aircraft’s position and altitude if the remote 

controller signal is recovered. 

 Aircraft cannot navigate around vertical obstacles on its return home course during Failsafe. However, you can set 

return home altitude value in Phantom Assistant to avoid hitting vertical obstacles through DJI Phantom Assistant. 

Quickly flipping the S2 switch of the Remote Controller from top to bottom 5 times or more will reset the current 

aircraft position as a new home point. Rear LED flight indicators will blink green rapidly when successful.

Battery level indicator

Critical Low 

battery level 

warning(Red)

Low battery 

level warning(Yellow)

Sufficient battery 

level(Green) Estimated 

remaining 

flight time Current 

battery level

Failsafe on the DJI VISION App

The DJI VISION App will provide information during Failsafe.

Figure 53 Figure 54 

4.3 Regaining Control During Failsafe Procedures 

Position of Switch S1 

Position-1 Position-2 Position-3

How to regain control

When the S1 switch is switched to Position-1, toggle 

the S1 switch to any other position once to regain 

control. If the Remote Controller signal is recovered, 

control is returned to the pilot.

Regain control as soon as signal is 

recovered.

5 Low Battery Level Warning Function

If the DJI smart battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft, the low battery level warning 

notifies users to take action. Users are advised to land the aircraft immediately when they observe these warnings. The 

thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the current aircraft altitude and its distance from 

the Home point. Details of the battery level warning are listed below:

RC Signal Lost RC Signal Lost
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Low Battery Level Warning Function

Battery Level 

Warning Remark Rear LED Flight Indicator DJI VISION App Flight Instructions

Sufficient battery 

level 

Sufficient battery 

level

Green LED blinks 

slowly No message prompts Operating normally, no specific action needed

Low battery 

level warning

The battery 

power is low. 

Please land the 

aircraft.

Red LED blinks 

slowly.

When “Go-Home” is 

selected in the Phantom 

Assistant, this message

will appear:

If you cancel, there may not be enough 

battery power to return to the home 

point!

Cancel Go Home

Go Home In 10 Seconds

Tap “Go-home” to have 

the aircraft return to the 

Home point and land 

automatically, or “Cancel” 

to resume normal flight. 

If no action is taken, the 

aircraft will automatically 

go home and land after 10 

seconds. 

Fly the Phantom 2 

Vision+ back and land 

it as soon as possible, 

then stop the motors 

and replace the battery. 

Critical Low 

battery level 

warning

The aircraft 

must land 

immediately.

Red LED blinks 

quickly.

The DJI Vision App screen 

will flash red and aircraft 

starts to descend.

The Phantom 2 Vision+ 

will begin to descend 

and land automatically.

Estimated 

remaining flight 

time

Estimated 

remaining flight 

based on current 

battery level.

N/A N/A N/A

Color zones on the battery level indicator reflect estimated remaining 

flight time and are adjusted automatically, according to the aircraft’s current status.

When the critical battery level warning activates and the aircraft is descending to land automatically, you may 

push the throttle upward to hover the aircraft and navigate it to a more appropriate location for landing.

When these warnings are triggered, please bring the aircraft back to the Home point or land to avoid losing 

power during flight. 

Low Battery Level Warning on the DJI VISION App

Battery level warnings will show on the camera page of the DJI VISION App when the battery level is low.

(1) A red light will flash along the edges of the app screen.

(2) Audible alarm. Make sure sound is turned on and volume is turned up on your mobile device.

(3) The aircraft battery icon will turn red.

Figure 56

Critically Low Battery

The aircraft battery 

icon will turn red

Critically Low Battery
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Figure 57 Figure 58 

6 Flight Limits

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations as the ICAO 

(International Civil Aviation Organization) and their own national airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits 

function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes height, 

distance limits and No Fly Zones.

In Ready to Fly mode, height, distance limits and No Fly Zones work together to manage flight. In Ready to Fly (non-GPS) 

status, only height limits work and flights cannot go higher than 120m.

Default parameters in Assistant are compliant within the definitions of class G ruled by ICAO. (Refer to Airspace 

Definition to get more details). As each country has its own rules, make sure to configure these parameters to 

comply with these rules before flying.

6.1 Max Height & Radius Limits

Max Height & Radius limits flying height and distance. Configuration can be done in the Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant 

(Figure 57). Once complete, your Phantom will fly in a restricted cylinder (Figure 58). 

Max Height Max Radius

Home Point

Ready to Fly Green flashing

Limits DJI VISION App Rear LED flight indicator

Max Height Flight height must be under 

the set height. 

Warning: Height limit 

reached. None.

Max Radius Flight distance must be within 

the max radius.

Warning: Distance limit 

reached.

Rapid red flashing when close to 

the max radius limit.

Ready to Fly(non-GPS) Yellow flashing

Flight Limits DJI VISION App Rear LED flight indicator

Max Height Flight height restricted to 120m and under. Warning: Height limit reached. None.

Max Radius No limits

 If you fly out of the limit, you can still control the Phantom, but cannot fly it further. 

 If the Phantom flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within range 

automatically. 

Height of aircraft 

when powered on

6.2 Flight Restriction of Restricted Areas 

Restricted areas include airports worldwide. All restricted areas are listed on the DJI official website at http://www.dji.

com/fly-safe/category-mc. Restricted areas are divided into category A and category B. Category A areas cover major 

international airport such as LAX and Heathrow, while category B areas includes smaller airports.

Flight Limits
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Ready to Fly Green flashing

Zone Restriction DJI VISION App Notification Rear LED

Flight Indicator

 No-fly Zone

Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take off 

prohibited.

Red flashing

If the Phantom enters the restricted 

area in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode 

but Ready to Fly mode activates, the 

Phantom will automatically descend to 

land then stop its motors after landing. 

Warning: You are in a No-fly zone, automatic 

landing has begun. (If you are within 1.5 mile 

radius)

Restricted-altitude 

flight zone

If the Phantom enters a restricted area 

in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode and 

Ready to Fly mode activates, it will 

descend to a safe altitude and hover 15 

feet below the safe altitude.

Warning: You are in a restricted zone. 

Descending to safe altitude. (If you are between 

the range of 1.5 mile and 5 mile radius)

Warning: You are in a restricted zone. Max flight 

height restricted to between 10.5m and 120m. 

Fly Cautiously.

Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but there 

will be warning message.

Warning: You are approaching a restricted 

zone, Fly Cautiously.

Free zone No restrictions. None. None. 

Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the 

descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. Users will regain control once the 

motors have stopped. There is no need to toggle the S1 switch.

 When flying in the safety zone, LED flight indicators will blink red quickly and continue for 3 seconds, 

then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which point it will switch back to red 

blinking.

 For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers and 

other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible. 

Figure 59:Category A Figure 60: Category B

Category A Safety Zone 

(1) The category A “safety zone” is comprised of a small “no-fly zone” and a range of “restricted-altitude zones”. Flight 

is prevented in the “no-fly zone” but can continue with height restrictions in the restricted-altitude zone.

(2) 1.5 miles (2.4 km) around a designated safety zone is a no-fly zone, inside which takeoff is prevented. 

(3) 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to 5 miles (8 km) around restricted areas are altitude restricted, with maximum altitude going from 

35 feet (10.5 m) at 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to 400 feet (120 m) at 5 miles (8 km). 

(4) A “warning zone” has been set around the safety zone. When you fly within 320 feet (100m) of the safety zone, a 

warning message will appear on the DJI Vision app.

Category B Safety Zone 

(1) Category B “safety zone” is comprised of a “no-fly zone” and a “warning zone”.

(2) 0.6 miles (1 km) around the safety zone is a designated “no-fly zone”.

(3) A “warning zone” has been set around the safety zone. When you fly within 0.6 miles (1Km) of this zone, a warning 

will appear on the DJI Vision app.

Flight Limits
DJI VISION App Usage

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Icons Description

Camera Tap to enter the Camera view screen

Album Tap to enter your Album of photos and videos

News Tap to read the latest DJI News 

Settings Tap to change and view app Settings 

Manuals Tap to view and download manuals

Checklist Tap to enter the preflight checklist

 When using the camera and the SD card album (Page 37), connect your 

mobile device to the Phantom 2 Vision+ Wi-Fi network. 

 Internet access is required for sharing photos, videos and reading DJI news.

 If you receive a phone call during a flight, the live camera preview screen may 

be interrupted. It's recommended to ignore the call and pay attention to your 

flight.

6.3 Conditions of Flight Limits

In different working modes and flight modes, flight limits will differ according to number of GPS satellites found. The 

following table demonstrates all the cases(√: available; ×:unavailable).

All flights are restricted by height, distance and special areas simultaneously.

Phantom mode

Flight Status Limits of Special Area Max Height Max Radius

Ready to Fly √ √ √

Ready to Fly (non-GPS) × √ ×

Naza-M mode

Control Mode number of GPS found Limits of Special Area Max Height Max Radius

GPS ≥6 √ √ √

<6 × √ ×

ATTI. ≥6 √ √ ×

<6 × √ ×

Manual ≥6 × × ×

<6 × × ×

6.4 Disclaimer

Please ensure that you are up to date with international and domestic airspace rules and regulations before using 

this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read this fully. You 

agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and content while using this product, and for any direct or indirect 

consequences caused by not following this manual, violating or disregarding other applicable local laws, administrative 

rules and social habits thereof.

DJI VISION App Usage

The DJI VISION App controls the Phantom 2 Vision+ camera including capture, recording, settings and pitch angle. It 

also displays essential flight information including flight parameters and battery level.

1 DJI VISION App Main Menu 

After logging in you will see the VISION App home screen. This shows current Wi-Fi connection status and the four main 

features of the App.

Figure 61 

DJI VISION App Main Menu