# PHANTOM3
[ADVANCED)


# User Manual [v1o) 2015.04

# Contents Using this manual Legends Read Before the First Flight Video Tutorials Download the DJI Pilot app


### Product Profile Introduction Feature Highlights Preparing the Aircraft Aircraft Diagram Remote Controller Diagram


### Aircraft Flight Controller Flight Mode Flight Status Indicator Return-to-Home (RTH) Smart RTH Low Battery RTH Failsafe RTH Vision Positioning System Flight Recorder Attaching and Detaching the Propellers DJI Intelligent Flight Battery


### Remote Controller Remote Controller Profile Using the Remote Controller Remote Controller Status LED Linking the Remote Controller Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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### Camera and Gimbal Camera Profile 

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### 35 Director 

### 38 Store 

### 38 Discovery 

### 38 Flight Flight Environment Requirements 

### 40 Flight Limits and No-FlyZones 

### 40 Preflight Checklist 

### 44 Calibrating the Compass 

### 44 Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

### 45 Flight Test 

### 46 Starting/Stopping the Motors 

### 46 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Appendix Specifications 

### 53 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

### 55 FCC Compliance 

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# Product Profile
This section introduces the Phantom 3 Advanced and lists the components of the aircraft and remote controller.

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# Product Profile

The Phantom 3Advanced represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 1080p video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stabilitywhile minimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the Vision Positioning System allows the aircraftto hoveraccurately in place.



### Camera and Gimbal: Phantom 3Advanced has afully integrated camera that shoots 1080pvideo at up to 60 frames persecond and captures 12 megapixel photos. An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and betterpictures than any previous flying camera. 

### HD Video Downlink: The low-latency long range HD downlink is powered by an enhanced version of DJI Lightbridge.


### DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells and an advanced power managementsystem. 

### Flight Controller: The next-generation flight controller has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable flight experience. A newly implemented flight recorder stores critical data from each flight and the Vision Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is unavailable.



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### Removing Gimbal Clamp Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding itto the right (when facing the nose ofthe aircraft), as shown below.



### Attaching the Propellers: Mountthe propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure. Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all propellers are securely in place.



# & Place all propellers ontothe correct motors and tighten by hand to lockthem in position. Preparingthe Remote Controller: The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position, then adjustthe antennas so theyare facing outward. 1. Press the button on the top right side ofthe mobile device holderto release the clamp, then adjustthe

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### Ittthe size ofyour mobile device. 2. Secure your mobile device in the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the

remote controller using a USB cable. 3. Plug one end of the cable into the mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of

the remote controller.

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### 8 @**~01b** DJI All Rlgl1ls Roservod (1] GPS [2] Propeller [3] Motor [4] Front LED Indicator [5] Landing gear [6] Gimbal and Camera [7] Aircraft Micro-USB Port [8] Aircraft Status Indicator [9] Intelligent Flight Battery [10] Vision Positioning Sensors [11] Antennas [12] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot [13] Camera Micro-USB Port (14] Link Button

[1) Antennas Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2) Mobile Device Holder Securely mounts your mobile deviceto the remote controller

. (3] Control Stick Controls the orientation and movementofthe aircraft. [4) Return Home (RTH) Button Press and hold the button to initiate Return to Home (RTH).[5] Battery Level LEOs Displays the battery level of the remote controller. [6] Status LED Displaysthe remote controller's system status. [7] Power Button Used to turn the remote controlleron and off. [8] RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTHstatus.

[9] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. (Only functions when the remote controller is connected to amobile device running the DJI Pilotapp.) [10] Playback Button Playbackthe captured images orvideos. (Only functions when the remote controller is connected to amobile device running the DJI Pilotapp.) [11] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is selected, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [12] Flight Mode Switch Switch between P-mode, A-mode, and F-mode. [13] Video Recording Button Press to start recording video. Press again to stop recording. [17] C1 Button Customizablethrough the DJI Pilotapp. [18] C2 Button Customizablethrough the DJI Pilotapp. [19] Power Port Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to chargethe batteryofthe remote controller. Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual

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[14] Gimbal Dial Usethis dial to control the tiltofthe gimbal. [15] Mircro-USB Port Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the firmware. [16] USB Port Connectto mobile device orto a USB portfor firmware upgrade.

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# Aircraft
This section introduces the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery

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# Aircraft

The Phantom 3 Advanced's flight controller features several important upgrades, including a new flight mode. Safety modes include Failsafe and Return-to-Home. These features ensure the safe return of your aircraft if the control signal is lost. The flight controller can also save 

### critical flight data from each flight to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability and a new air braking feature.

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode arefound below: P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P-mode, which will be automatically selected bythe Phantom 3Advanced depending on signal strength ofGPS and Vision Positioning sensors : P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is using onlythe Vision Positioning System for positioning. P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so onlyaltitude can be stabilized. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not usedforstabilization. The aircraftonly uses its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and the Home Pointwas recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC section in the Appendix.**;~** 

### Usethe Flight Controllermode switchto change the flight mode ofthe aircraft, referto the "Flight Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information.

The Phantom 3Advanced has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions ofthese LEOs are shown in thefigure below:

Aircraft Status Indicator Front LED



### The Front LEOs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEOs glow solid red when the aircraft is turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the system status ofthe flight controller. Referto the table belowfor more information aboutthe Aircraft Status Indicators:
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## ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Turning On and Self DiagnosticTesting 

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### Vision Positioning but without GPS) Safeto Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning)
Remote Controller's Signal Lost LowBatteryWarnh1g Critical Battery Warning IMU Error Critical Error

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# ....• Red.and Yellow FlashAlternatively Compass Calibration Required

The Return-to-Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes these three scenarios in detail.

Home Point If 

### a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal strength is indicated by the GPS icon**(~.nil** 

### ). The aircraft status indicatorwill blink rapidlywhen the home point is recorded.

Use the RTH button on the remote controller (referto "RTH button" on page 26 for more information) or tap the RTH button in the OJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will then automatically return to the last recorded Home Point. You may use the remote controller's control sticks to control the aircraft's position to avoid a collision during the Smart RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Smart RTH button againto terminate the procedure and regain full control ofthe aircraft.



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### The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the OJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affectthe safe return ofthe aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted. The DJI Pilot app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after aten-second countdown. The user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds forthese warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's current altitude and distancefrom the Home Point. The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft's orientation during the landing process. The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below:

Low battery level warning

Critical Low battery level warning
Estimated remaining flight time Critical Low battery level Sufficient battery warning(Red) levei(Green) 

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Please land the aircraft.

The aircraft must land immediately. 'Estimated remaining flight based on current :battery level. Power requires to return home Battery level Indicator



### ; Tap "Go-home" to have the ' aircraft return to the Home

point and land automatically, Aircraft status or "Cancel" to resume normal ' flight. If no action is taken, ; : the aircraft will automatically

go home and land after 1 0 seconds. Remote controller : will sound an alarm. Aircraft status The OJI Pilot app displaywill indicator blinks , flash red and the aircraftwill , startto descend. The remote ' RED quickly. controllerwill sound an alarm.

N/A N/A Flythe aircraft back and land itas soon as possible, then stop the motors and replace the battery.

Allowthe aircraftto descend and land automatically.

N/A

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### :<:;5: •When the Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward to makethe aircraft hoverat its current altitude, giving you an opportunityto navigateto amore appropriate landing location. • The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated

remaining flighttime. They are automatically adjusted according tothe aircraft's current location and status.

If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Returnto-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote controllersignal connection is re-established. 

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# & •The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the OJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" and select "MODE 

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### > Failsafe mode" to setthe Failsafe altitude. •The aircraft will stop its ascent and return to the Home Point immediately if the throttle stick is

moved during the Failsafe RTH procedure.

The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3Advanced can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where aGPS signal is not available. The main components of the Vision Positioning System are located on the bottom of your Phantom 3 Advanced; they include [2] two ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera.



### 14 © .?015 DJI All Ri\)l1tS R(JSCIVOd [1] [2]Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual Using Vision Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Advanced is turned on. No further action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 Professional can hover precisely even without GPS.

Follow the steps belowto use Vision Positioning: 

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p 1. Toggle the flight mode switch to P-mode. '·' 2. Placethe aircrafton aflat surface. Note thatthe Vision Positioning system cannotwork

properlyon surfaces without clear pattern variations. 3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicatorwill flash green two times, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle upto liftoff and the aircraftwill hover in place. 

# & The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is flying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating above sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraftwill switch from P-mode to A-mode automatically if neither GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the following situations: • Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). • Flying overahighly reflective surfaces. • Flying at high speeds(over8m/s at 2meters orover 4m/s at 1meter). • Flying overwaterortransparent surfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces orobjects. • Flying in an areawhere the lighting changes frequently ordrastically. • Flying overextremely dark (lux< 10)or bright (lux> 100,000) surfaces. • Flying oversurfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). • Flying over surfaces without clear patterns ortexture. • Rying oversurfaceswith identical repeating patterns ortextures (e.g. tiles with the same design). • Flying over inclined surfaces thatwill deflect sound waves awayfrom the aircraft. ;\:): • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt orother debris may adversely affect the effectiveness ofthe sensors. • Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of0.3to 3meters

. • TheVision Positioning System may notfunction properlywhen the aircraft isflying overwater. • The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions (less than 100 lux)

. • Do not use other ultrasonic deviceswith frequency of40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is

in operation

. • Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the

ground (below0.5 meters) atfast speeds

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# 0 Keep animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency soundsthat are only audible to some animals.

Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. This includes flight telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters. To access these data, connect the aircraftto the PC through the Micro-USB port and launch the DJI Pilot app.

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Advanced. The grey and black nuts on the propeller indicate where they should be attached and in which direction whey should spin. To attach the propellers properly, match the nut colorwith the motor axis color.

Attach On Legends Motorswith a greyaxes Motorswith

# ablack axes B') Lock :Tum the propellers in the indicated direction to mountand tighten. 

### 'b') Unlock:Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. 

### Attaching the Propellers 1. Be sure to remove the warning stickersfrom the motors before attaching the propellers. 2. Attach the propellers with silverdots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise

to securethem in place. Attach the propellerswith blackdots onto the motors with blackaxes and spin the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand before flight.

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# Lt. •Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwisethe aircraftcannottakeoff. •Weargloves when handling propellers. •Hand tighten each ofthe propellers on the corresponding motorsto ensure it is attached firmly. 

### Detachingthe Propellers Hold the motor in placewith one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlockdirection. 

# Lt. •Checkthatthe propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before everyflight. • Ensurethat all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,

or broken propellers. • To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR ofand DO NOTtouch propellersormotorswhen theyarespinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellers forabetterand saferflight experience.

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved byDJI.

Intelligent Flight Battery 

# Lt. The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to 'Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery'for more information.

### '~ Be awarethatthe output powerofthe supplied Phantom 3Advanced charger is 57 W. 

### DJIIntelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators displaythe current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs displaythe current battery powercycle. 3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of

total powerwhen it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around two days to discharge the batteryto 65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. Dischargethresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each batterycell when charging. 5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The batterywill only charge when the temperature is between

## ooc (32°F) and

40°C (104°F). 7. OverCurrent Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when

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10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays awarning message when a damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Browsethe battery error history in the DJI Pilotapp. 12. Sleep mode: To save power, the batteryenters sleep mode after20 minutes of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining tothe battery'svoltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to the aircraft's main controller. 

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### I AdvancedIntelligentRightBatterySafety Guidelines before use. Userstakefull responsibilityfor all operations and usage. 

### Usingthe Battery

Turning ON/OFF Power Button (Bulit-in LED) '---..:;:;;;;--"'--Battery Level Indicators 

### Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will displaythe current battery level. 

### Turning Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The battery power LED will flash when powering offthe Phantom to allow automatically stopping ofa recording during the event recording wasn't stopped. 

### LowTemperature Notice: 1. Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in lowtemperature ( < 0°C) environments. 2. It is not recommended thatthe battery be used in extremely lowtemperature ( < -10°C) environments. Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures between -1

# ooc and 5°C. 3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Pilotapp displays the "Low Battery Level Warning" in lowtemperature

environments. 4. Keep the battery indoorsto warm it before flying in lowtemperature environments. 5. To ensure optimal performance ofthe battery, keep the batterytemperature above20°C. 6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell's temperature is not within the operating

range (0°C
- 40°C ). 

# Lt. In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for approximately 1-2 minutesto warm up before taking off. 

### Checkingthe Battery Level The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to displaythe current battery level. See belowfor details.



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# EEl The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

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### Battery life Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blinkfortwo seconds, as shown below:**~** 90%-100% 

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# Lt. When battery life reaches 0%, itcan no longer be used. 

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### Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connectthe Battery Chargerto a powersource (100-240 V50/60Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connectthe Intelligent Flight Batteryto the BatteryCharger. Ifthe battery

level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level indicatorwill displaythe current battery levelas it is charging. 4. The Intelligent Flight Battery isfully charged when the Battery Level indicators are all off. 5. Air-cool the Intelligent Flight Battery altereach flight. Allow itstemperature to drop to room temperature

before storing itforan extended period. 

# & •We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the standard chargeratthe sametime, otherwisethe charger mayoverheat. • Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Advanced.

Never insertor remove abatterywhen it isturned on.

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Afterthese issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn offthe Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery frorn the charger and plug it back in to resurne charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a roorn temperature error; the chargerwill resurne charging when the temperature iswithin the allowable range.

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### Howto discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 3 Advanced's Battery Cornpartrnent and turn it on. Leave it on until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer beturned on. Launch the OJI Pilotapp to check battery levels. Rapid : Fly the Phantom 3 Advanced outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer beturned on.

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# Remote Controller

This section describes the features of the remote controller and includes instructions for controlling the aircraft and the camera.

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# Remote Controller

The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft remote control system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED indicators on the front panel ofthe remote controller. 

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### Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliantwith both CE and FCC regulations.

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### Operating Mode: Control can be setto Mode 1or Mode2, orto acustom mode.

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### Mode 1:The right stick serves asthethrottle.

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### Mode 2:The leftstick serves asthe throttle.

To preventtransmission interference, do notoperate morethan three aircrafts in the same area.



### Turningthe Remote ControllerOn and 

### Off The Phantom 3Advanced remote controller is powered by a2S rechargeable batterythat has acapacity of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated viathe Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Followthe steps belowto tum on your remote controller: 1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will

displaythe current battery level. 2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller. 3. The remote controllerwill beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating

that the remote controller is linkingto the aircraft. The Status LEOs will glow solid green when linking is complete. 4. Repeat Step 2to turn offthe remote controller.



### Chargingthe RemoteController Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Referto the figure on next page belowfor more details.

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### Controlling the Camera Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller.

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[1] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of the remote controller. Move the dial to left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback mode. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings. [2] Playback Button Press to view images and videos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take aphoto. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will betaken with asingle press. [4] Video Receding Button Press onceto start recording video, then press again to stop recording. [5] Gimbal Dial Usethis dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal. 

### ControllingAircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is setto Mode 2 by default. 

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## EJ;J Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed awayfrom the center position.


### RemoteController (Mode2) 

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### NoseDirec;:tiOn) Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft's elevation. Push the stick upto ascend and downto descend. When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place. The morethe stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will change elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation changes. Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the rudder and rotation ofthe aircraft. Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counterclockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3 Advanced will maintain its current orientation. The morethe stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft'sforward and backward pitch. Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly backward. Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place ifthe stick is centered. Push the stickfurther awayfrom the center position for alarger pitch angle(maximum30')and fasterflight. Moving the right stick control left and right changes the aircraft's left and right pitch. Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place if the stick is centered. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static.

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### Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P-mode, F-mode and Amode.

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P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different versions of P-mode, which will be automatically selected bythe Phantom 3Advanced depending on GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available; the aircraft is using GPSfor positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available butasufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using onlyVision Positioning for position holding. P-ATTI: Neither GPS norVision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometerfor positioning, so only altitude is maintained. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses only its barometerto stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller signal is lost and the Home Pointwas recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC section in the Appendix. By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked toP-mode. To unlockotherflight modes, launch the OJI Pilot app, enterthe "Camera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Multiple Flight Mode". RTH Button Press and hold the RTH buttonto startthe Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH Button will blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of the aircraft.



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### ConnectingYour Mobile Device Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position. Press the button on the side ofthe mobile device holder to releasethe clamp, andthen placeyour mobile device intothe cradle. Adjustthe clamp downto securethe mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of the cable intoyourmobile deviceandthe otherend intothe USB portonthe backofthe remote controller.



### OptimalTransmission Range The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that is depicted in the image below:
Optimal Transmission Range

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Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operatorand the aircraft.

The Status LED reflects the strength ofthe connection between the remote controllerand the aircraft. The RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information aboutthese indicators.

RTH LED

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# & The Remote Status Indicatorwill blink red and sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low.

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new remote controllerforthe firsttime. Followthese steps to linkanew remote controller: 1. Turn on the remote controllerand connectto the mobile device. Launch the DJI Pilotapp. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera" and tap on 

# rii'otlll and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below.



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### 5. Locatethe linking button on the side of the aircraft, as shown in the figure below. Press the link button

to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display asolid green once the remote controller is successfully linked to the aircraft.

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# & •The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the same aircraft.

The remote controller is compliantwith both CE and FCC requirements.

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This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal's operation modes.

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The on-board camera uses a 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to1080p at 60 frames per second with the Phantom 3Advanced} and 12 megapixel stills. You may choose to record the video in either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse mode. A live preview ofwhatthe camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile device viathe DJI Pilotapp. 

### Camera Micro-SO Card Slot To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SO card into the slot, as shown below, before turning on the Phantom 3 Advanced. The Phantom 3Advanced comes with a 16GB Micro-SO card and supports Micro-SO cards up to 64GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card is recommended due to their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data. 0



# 0 Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the Phantom 3Advanced when it is turned on. 

### Camera Data Port Turn on the Phantom 3Advanced and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Portto download photos and videos to yourcomputer.



# & The aircraft must beturned on before attempting to accessthe files on the Micro-SO card.

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### Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot the images or videos through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to "Controlling the Camera Page 24".



### Gimbal Profile The 3-axis gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear, stable images and video. The gimbal can tiltthe camera within a 120' range.

-90° Usethe gimbal dial on the remote controllerto control the tilt movementofthe camera. 

### Gimbal Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera settings page of the OJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controllerfor changes to take effect. Referto the table belowfor details:

(;T;I I:J,:J Follow Mode The angle between gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constant at all times. FPV Mode The gimbal will synchronize with the movementofthe aircraft to provide a first-person perspectiveflying experience. 

# & •A gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) the aircraft is placed on uneven ground or the gimbal's motion is obstructed (2) the gimbal has been subjected to an excessive external force, such as acollision. Pleasetake offfrom flat, open ground and protectthe gimbal at alltimes

. • Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The

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### Anti-Drop Kit The anti-drop kit helps keep the gimbal and camera connected to the aircraft. Two pins have been mounted prior to shipping. If new or additional pins are required, see the diagram below. Press Part 

## CDthrough the hole ofthe vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part

### ® ,then lockthem together as shown@. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonallyfrom each other is recommended.

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# DJI Pilot App
This section introduces the four main functions of the DJI Pilot app.

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# DJIPilotApp
The DJI Pilotapp is amobile application designed specificallyforthe Phantom 3Advanced. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and User Center, which are used for configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It is recommended thatyou use atabletforthe best experience.

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### The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3Advanced's camera. You can also configure various camera parameters from the Camera page.

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### 35 0 c._0 c._ Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual [1] Flight Mode**~:** The text nextto this icon indicates the currentflight mode. Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modifyflight limits and setthe gain values. [2] GPS Signal Strength**~.ull:** This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings

### ~CL: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to viewthe IOC settings menu and selectthe desired IOC setting. [4] System Status 

# 111111111:This icon indicates the current aircraftsystem status and GPS signal strength. [5] Battery Level Indicator

---· :The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carry out differentfunctions. [6] Remote ControllerSignal**m'~~**

### ollll :This icon showsthe strength of remote controller's signal. 

### [7] HD Video LinkSignal Strength

### ~o11ll: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level 

## ff1 00%: This icon shows the current battery level. Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and viewthe batterywarning history. [9] General Settings :::Tapthis icon to viewthe General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters, reset the camera, enable the quick viewfeature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight route display. [10] Camera Operation Bar Shutterand Recording Settings 

## lib :Tapto entervarious camera value settings, including colorspaceforthe recording, resolution of the videos, image size and so on.

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Record • :Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which hasthe same functionality

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## [E) :Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings 

# :!:;: :Tapto set ISO, shutterand auto exposure values ofthe camera. [11] Vision Positioning 

## .!,:This icon showsthe distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors.
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# ..iJ..!..: Tap to initiate autotakeoffor landing.

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### ~ : Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the mobile data service is available on the mobile device. [17] Back**~** :Tap to return to the main GUI.

Director is an automatic video editor built intothe DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply tap "Director" from the app's horne screen. You can then select atemplate and a specified number of clips, which are automatically combined to create ashortfilm that can be shared immediately.

Tap "Store" to visitthe official DJI Online Storeto see the latest information about DJI products and easily buy new products.

Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status in 'Discovery'. Useyour registered DJI accountto login to 'Discovery'.

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# Flight
This section describes safe flight practices and flight restrictions.

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# Flight
Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended thatyou usethe flight simulator in the DJI Pilot app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open area.

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s,

snow, rain and fog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies ofwater. 4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations

and radiotransmission towers. 5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and

temperature.Be very careful when flying at altitudes greaterthan 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea :!:! level, asthe performance ofthe battery and aircraft may be affected. 

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All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations setforth by government and regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by default, which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance limits, and No-FlyZones. When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to manage flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft altitudefrom exceeding 1640feet (500 m). 

### Maximum flight altitude & 

### Radius Limits Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3Advanced will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below:

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### Flight Limits DJI Pilotapp Maximum Flight Aircraft's altitude cannot Warning: Height Altitude
Max Radius

Maximum Flight. Altitude Max Radius exceed the specified v<:due. limitteached. Flight distance must bewithin Warning: Distance the max radius.

Flight Limits Height is re$tricted to.400 feet..(120m) and under. No limits limit reached.

DJI Pilotapp Warning: Height limit reached. Aircraft Status Indicator None. Rapid red flashing 

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• If you fly out of the limit, you can still control the Phantom 3, but cannot fly it any father. Ifthe 

# & Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within range automatically. • If the Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back

within range automatically. 

### No-FlyZones All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly. No-Fly Zones are divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports include majorairports and flying fields where manned aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive institute. The details ofthe No-FlyZones are explained asfollow: Airport (1) Airport No-FlyZone are comprised of Take-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each zone features circles ofvarious sizes. (2) R1 miles (value ofthe R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is aTakeoff restricted zone, inside ofwhich take off is prevented. (3) From R1 mile to R1 

### + 1mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is limited to 1640feet (500 meters) at R1

### +1mile (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-FlyZones, awarning message will appear on the DJI Pilotapp.

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### Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI PilotApp Prompt Status Indicator Motors will notstart. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take off prohibited. No-flyZone Ifthe aircraftentersthe 

# • restricted area in A-mode, but is switched to P-mode, Warning: You are in ano-fly zone. the aircraftwill automatically Automatic landing has begun. descend, land, and stop its motors. R1: Warning: You are in a 

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...... Ifthe aircraft enters the restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing Restricted- restricted area in A-mode, but safe altitude. altitudeflight is switched to P-mode, itwill R2: Warning: You are in a zone descend to an appropriate restricted zone. Maximum flight altitude and hover 15feet altitude is restricted to between belowthe altitude limit. 20m and 500m. Fly cautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a there will be awarning

. restricted zone, Fly cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.



# Eel Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automaticallyafter landing. 

## & • When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and continue for3seconds, then switch to indicate currentflying status and continue for5seconds atwhich point itwill switch backto blinking red. • Forsafety reasons, please do notfly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines,

citycenters, orothersensitive areas. Flythe aircraftonly within your line ofsight.

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### 1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device arefully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctlyand firmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 4. Gimbal isfunctioning normally. 5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 6. The OJI Pilotapp is successfullyconnected to the aircraft.

IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, which can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight performance orflightfailure. Regularcalibration is required foroptimal performance. 

# 0 •Do not calibrate your compass where there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference. Sources of potential interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean metal structures • Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones. • Do not calibrate in direct proximityto large metal objects. • DO NOT calibrate indoors. 

### Calibration Procedures Choose an open areato carryoutthe following procedures. 1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight

preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap the Aircraft Status Bar in the app and select "Calibrate", then follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display a solid

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### 3. Hold the aircraft vertically, with nose pointing downward, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center

axis. Recalibrate the compass ifthe Aircraft Status Indicatorglows solid red.



# & If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, 

### move your aircraftto adifferent location and tryagain. 

## :ij: Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such as ametal bridge, cars, scaffolding.


### Whento Recalibrate 1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicatoris blinking green and yellow. 2.Whenflying in anew location orin a location that is differentfrom the most recentflight. 3.When the mechanical or physical structure ofthe Phantom 3Advanced has been changed. 4.When 

### severedrifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom 3Advanced does notfly in straight line.

Auto Takeoff Use autotakeoff only ifthe Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto usethe autotakeofffeature: 1. Launch the DJI Pilotapp, and enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensurethe aircraft is in P- mode. 3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 4. Tap"..t.", and confirm that conditions are safeforflight. Slidethe icon to confirm and takeoff. 5. Aircrafttakes offand hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground.



# & Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidlywhen it is using the Vision Position Systemforstabilization. The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-offfeature.

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### Auto-Landing Use auto-landing only ifthe Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto usethe auto-landing feature: 1. Ensurethe aircraft is in P- mode. 2. Check the landing area condition before tapping 

## "..!.", to begin landing. Then follow the on-screen

instructions.



### Startingthe Motors A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks simultaneously.



### Stoppingthe Motors There aretwo methods to stopthe motors. Method 1: When Phantom 3 Advanced has landed, push the throttle dowfl(j), then conduct the same CSC that was used to start the motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors will stop afterthree seconds.

Method 1 Method 2



# & Do not perform aCSC when the aircraft is in midair, otherwisethe motors will suddently stop.



### Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Placethe aircraft in an open, flat areawith the battery level indicators facing towards you. 2. Turn on the remote controllerand your mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enterthe Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe

to fly. Iftheyflash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 5. Push the throttle up slowlyto take offor use Auto Takeoff. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilotapp. 7. To land, hoverover alevel surface and gently pull down on the throttle to descend. 8. After landing, executethe CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 9. Turn offthe Intelligent Flight Batteryfirst, then the Remote Controller. 

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# & •When the Aircraft Status Indicators blinkyellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. • A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or

rapidly during flight. • Watch ourvideo tutorials for moreflight information.


### Video Suggestions andTips 1. Go through the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 2. Selectthe desired gimbal operation mode in the DJIPilot app. 3. Only shootvideo when flying in P-mode. 4. Always fly in good weatherand avoid flying in rain or heavywind. 5. Choosethe camerasettingsthatsuityourneeds. Settings include photoformatand exposure compensation. 6. Performflighttests to establish flight routes and previewscenes. 7. Push the control sticks gentlyto keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable.

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# FAQ

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# Troubleshooting (FAQ)
What isthe difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3Advanced? The biggest difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced is in the camera. The Phantom 3 Professional is capable of shooting spectacular 4K video at up to 30 frames per second, and the Phantom 3 Advanced is capable of shooting at resolutions up to 1080p60. Both models shoot 12 megapixel photos. The other main difference is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 57-watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 100-watt charger, the latter of which allows for shorter charging times.
Can I remove the camera and attach my own? No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached. Attempting to remove, replace, or modify the camera may damagethe product and will void yourwarranty.
Can Icharge my Remote Controller and Intelligent Flight Battery atthe sametime? While the Remote Controller charger and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated into one unit for your convenience, it is recommended that you only charge one item at atime. We recommend that "]; you nevercharge both items using the same charger at the same time. 0
What are the buttons on the back of my Remote Controllerfor? The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you choose through the DJI Pilot app. Refer to the manual for more information.
Howfar can Ifly my Phantom 3? The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 series can reach distances of up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) away from the pilot.
What app should I usewith my Phantom 3? The Phantom 3 is compatible with the DJI Pilot appfor iOS and Android, which is already used with the DJI Inspire. The app will detectwhich aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly.
Which mobile devices are compatible with the app? The DJI Pilot app is only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later or Android v4.1.2 or later. The following devices are recommended: iOS: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi 

### + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi 

### + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 

### + Cellular, iPad mini 3, and iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi 

### + Cellular. This app is optimized for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus Android: Samsung S5, Note 3, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, NubiaZ7 mini Support for additional Android deviceswill become available as testing and development continues.

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How do I usethe Director automatic video editor? Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of clips, which are automatically combined to create a shortfilm that can be shared immediately.
How do I change the control mode of my Phantom 3? By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the movement of the aircraft and the left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the DJI Pilot app. This is only recommended for advanced users. Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controllerwith the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz.
Can I use a Phantom 2Intelligent Flight Batterywith the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has a4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2V. My Phantom 3does notturn off right away, Is something wrong? This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery, it may remain on for a few seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SD card. This helps prevent your datafrom being lost or corrupted.
Do I have to buy the Remote Controllerseparately? No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller that is already linked to the aircraft.
Does my Phantom 3support dual Remote Controllers? No. The included Remote Controller can be used to control both the aircraft and the gimbal tilt at the same time.
What doesthe "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controllerdo? This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle differentflight modes: P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and your Phantom 3 will attemptto stabilize using both. In A-mode, or Attitude mode, the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the barometer is used for stabilization. The aircraft can still return to the Horne Point as long as a sufficient GPS signal is available. F-mode, or Function mode, activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC section in the Appendixofthe User Manual. By default, only P-mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other modes. 50 © ?.0 H'i DJI, All Rights ReservedPhantom 3 Advanced User Manual
What is the Phantom 3flight time? Flight times will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage patterns, but the Intelligent Flight Battery is designed to provide up to 23 minutes of uninterrupted flight time when fully charged.
How can I restore avideo file ifthe power isturned off during recording? Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the camera. If it has been removed, place it back in the camera. Turn the Phantom 3 on and wait approximately 30 seconds as the video file is restored.
How can Iensurethat my pictures and videos will be synchronized to my lOS album? You may need to adjust the settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the Privacy tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the OJI Pilot app icon. Ifthe Pilot app has not been granted access to your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized.
What should Idoto land my Phantom 3 smoothly as possible? Hover the aircraft over a flat, level surface. Slowly pull the throttle stick down until the aircraft touches the ground. Why is the dischargetime ofthe battery not zero, even though I have never used it? Every battery is tested prior to being packaged and shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new battery and is the reason that the dischargetime is not zero. The battery is safeto use. Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2series Remote Controller? No, it cannot.
Howto safely operatethe aircraft when encountering compass error? A compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error occurs and the OJI Pilot app will display one of the following messages: • Compass error, calibration required

This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended to power off the aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different location and then resume the flight. • Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode

This warning message indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring the aircraft to a higher altitude to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will automaticallyadjustthe orientation of the aircraft in the midairto mitigate the drifts. The aircraftwill switch backto P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed.

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# Appendix

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# Appendix

Weight (Battery& Propellers Included} Max. AscentSpeed Max. Descent Speed Max. Speed Max. FlightAltitude Max. FliglitTime Operating Temperature GPS

Velocity Range Altitude FlanQe Operating Range

Lens ISO Flange Electronic Shutter Speed Image Max, Size

Still Photography Modes 1280g 5m/s 3 m/s 16 m/s (A TTl mode, nowind) 6000m Approximately 23 minut!:ls ·· 

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FOV 94° 20mm(35mm format equivalent ) f/2.8 100-3200(video) 100-1600(photo) 8s -1/8000s 4000x3000 Single shot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapse Micro SD Supported SD Card Types Max. capacity: 64GB. Class

### .1.0 0r UHS-1 rating required Video Recording Modes Max. Bitrate OfVideo Storage Supported File Formats Operating Temperature Range FHD:1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 40 Mbps FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264} 

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### User Manual

IOC allows users to lockthe control orientation of the aircraft in different modes. There are three working modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft is in F-mode, therefore the usermusttoggle theflight mode switch to activate IOC. Referto the table below: The nose direction, at the time that CL is**~et,** 

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Home Lock (HL)*

Pointof Interest

### (POir remain fixed until you reset ItorexitCL mode. Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forward and backward controls will move the aircraftfartherfrom and closer to the established Home Pont, regardless ofhowthe orientation and position ofthe aircraft changes. Pointof Interest. Record 

### a point of inte;est (POl). The aircraft can then circle aroundthe POl andthe nosewill always pointst9ward the POl. ;\): *Home Lock and Pointof Interestfeature are coming soon. 

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