# P HANTOM 3

User Manual 2015.05 

### V1.0 

### PROFESSIONAL

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# Using **this manual** 

Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 1. In the Box 2. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 3. Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 4. Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 5. Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI we bsite and read the Disclaimer before you fl Prepare for your fi fl by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide and refer to the User Manual for more detailed information .

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, wh ich demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional safely: http://www.dji.com/product/phantom -3/video

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the QR code to the right to download the latest version. The Android version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. The iOS version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later. 

## Download the DJI Pilot app Video Tutorials Read Before the First Flight Legends© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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# Contents**Using this**  **manual**

Legends 2 Read Before the First Flight 2 Video Tutorials 2 Download the DJI Pilot app 2 

### Product Profile Introduction 6 Feature Highlights 6 Preparing the Aircraft 7 Aircraft Diagram 8 Remote Controller Diagram 8 

### Ai **rcraft** Flight Controller 11 Flight Mode 11 Flight Status Indicator 11 Return -to- Home (RTH) 12 S mart RTH 12 Low Battery RTH 13 Failsafe RTH 14 Vision Positioning System 14 Flight Recorder 16 Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 16 DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 17 

### Remote **Controller** Remote Controller Profile 23 Using the Remote Controller 23 Remote Controller Status LED 27 Linking the Remote Controller 28 Remote Controller Compliance Version 29

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### C**amera and**  **Gimbal** Camera Profile 31 Gimbal 32 

### DJI **Pilot Ap**  **p** Camera 35 Director 38 Store 38 Discovery 38 

### Flight Flight Environment Requirements 40 Flight Limits and No- Fly Zones 40 Preflight Checklist 44 Calibrating the Compass 44 Auto Takeof

f and Auto Landing 45 Flight Test 46 Starting/Stopping the Motors 46 

### Troubleshooting **(FA**

**Q) Ap**  **pendix** Specifications 53 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 55 FCC Compliance 56© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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

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# Product Profile

The Phantom 3 Professional represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 4K video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability wh ile minimizing both we ight and size. Even wh en no GPS signal is available, the Vision Positioning System allow s the aircraft to hover accurately in place.

Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 Professional, you’re shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per second and capturing 12 megapixel photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, low er noise, and better pictures than any previous fl camera. HD Video Downlink: The low -latency HD downlink is pow ered 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 pow

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

## Feature Highlights IntroductionProductProfile© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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



### Attaching the Propellers: Mount the propellers with black nuts on to motors with black axes and spin counter -clockwise to secure. Mount the propellers with grey nuts on to motors with gray axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all

Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position. Preparing the Remote Controller: Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outw ard. 1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the clamp to fi the size of your 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. propellers are securely in place. 

## Preparing the AircraftProductProfile

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[7] [6]

[11] [1] [2] [3] [4]
[5]

[8] [9] [10]

[12] [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-SD Card Slot [13] Camera Micro-USB Port [14] Link Button

[14] [13]

[8] [7] [6] [1] [2]

[3] [4] [5] [1] Antennas

Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Securely mounts your mobile device to the remote controller. [3] Control Stick Controls the orientation and movement of the aircraft. [4] Return Home (RTH) Button Press and hol d the button to initiate Return to Home (RTH). 

## Rem ote Controller Diagram Aircraft DiagramProductProfile**Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual

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### 9 [5] Battery Level LEDs Displays the battery level of the remote controller. [6] Status LED Displays the remote controller's system status. [7] Power Button Used to turn the remote controller on and off. [8] RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status. [15] [16] [9] Camera Settings Dial Turn the d ial to adjust camera settin g s. (Only functions wh en the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilot app. ) [10] Playback Button Playback the captured images or videos. (Only functions wh en the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilot app.) [11] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is selected, the set number of photos will be [14] [13] [12]

[14] Gimbal Dial [9] [10] [11]

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. Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. [15] Mi rcro- USB Port Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the fi [16] USB Port Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for fi upgrade. [17] C1 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [18] C2 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [19] Power Port Connect to a power source to charge the battery of the remote controller. [18]

[19] [17]ProductProfile

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# Ai **rcraft** This section introduces the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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# Aircraft

The Phantom 3 Professional’s fl controller features several important upgrades, including a new fl 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 fl controller can also save critical fl data from each fl to the on-board storage device.

Three fl modes are available. The details of each fl mode are found below: P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode wo rks best wh en GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P-mode, wh ich wi ll be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on signal strength of GPS 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 suffi The aircraft is using only the Vision Positioning System for positioning. P- ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized. A -mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the fl mode of the aircraft, refer to the “Flight Mode Switch” on P26 for more information.

The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEDs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEDs are shown in the fi below:

Aircraft Status Indicator

Front LED

The Front LEDs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEDs glow solid red wh en the aircraft is turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the system status of the fl controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status Indicators: 

## Flight Status Indicator Flight Mode Flight ControllerAircraft

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Alternatively Red, Green and Yellow Flash Turning On and Self -Checking

Green Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision Positioning)

Yellow Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (A -mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning)

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

GPS Description
Home Point If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point is the location from wh ich the aircraft was launched. The G PS signal strength is indicated by the GPS icon ( ). The aircraft status indicator wi ll blink rapidly when the home point is recorded.

Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to “RTH button” on page 26 for more information) or tap the RTH button in the DJI Pilot app wh en GPS is available to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft wi ll 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 again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft. 

## Sm art RTH Return -to- Home (RTH) Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost Slow Red Flashing Fast Red Flashing Red Flashing Alternatively Low Battery Warning Critical Battery Warning IMU Error

— Solid Red Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Critical Error Compass Calibration Required Warning X2 Green Flashes Twice Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Aircraft Warming Up Normal 

### Aircraft Status Indicator DescriptionAircraft© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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The low battery level failsafe is triggered wh en the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted. The DJI Pilot app will display a notice wh en a low battery wa rning is triggered. The aircraft wi ll automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after a ten-second countdown. The user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft’s current altitude and distance from the Home Point. The aircraft wi ll 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:

Critical Low battery level warning(Red) Low battery

level warning(Yellow) Suffi battery level(Green) Remaining fl time
Power requires to return home Battery level Indicator Battery Level Warning Remark Aircraft Status Indicator DJI Pilot app Flight Instructions

Low battery level warning The battery

power is low

. Please land the aircraft. Aircraft status

indicator blinks RED slowly. 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 wi ll automatically go home and land after 10 seconds. Remote controller wi ll sound an alarm. Fly the aircraft back and land it as soon as possible, then stop the motors and replace the battery.
Critical Low battery level wa rning The aircraft

must land immediately. Aircraft status

indicator blinks RED quickly. The DJI Pilot app display wi ll

fl red and the aircraft wi ll start to descend. The remote controller will sound an alarm. Allow the aircraft to descend and land automatically. Estimated remaining fl time Estimated

remaining fl based on current battery level. N/A N/A N/A 

## Low Battery RTHAircraft

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When the Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, you may push the throttle upw ard to make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an opportunity to navigate to a more appropriate landing location. The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated remaining fl time. They are automatically adjusted according to the aircraft’s current location and status.

If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH wi ll 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 controller signal connection is re-established. 

### Failsafe Illustration

The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each fl Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter “Camera” and select “MODE” to set the Failsafe altitude. The aircraft wi ll 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 3 Professional can hover in place more precisely and fl y indoors or in other environments where a GPS signal is not available. The main components of the Vision Positioning System are located on the bottom of your Phantom 3 Professional; they include two ultrasonic sensors and one monocular camera.

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## Vision Positioning System 6 Landing (after hov ering for 5 secs)

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Fast Blinking Yellow 5 RTH (ad just able altitude) Height over HP>20m × 20m Elevate to 20m Height over HP<=20m Fast Blinking Yellow 4 Signal Lost Lasts (afer 3 sec.)
>3S ×
Fast Blinking Yellow 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost

×
Fast Blinking Yellow 2 Confi Home Point

Blinking Green 1 Record Home Point

Blinking Green 

## Failsafe RTHAircraft© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

### 15 **Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual Using Vision Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Professional is turned on. No further action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor env ironments, wh ere GPS is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 Professional can hover precisely even wi thout GPS.

Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 1. Toggle the fl mode switch to P-mode. 2. Place the aircraft on a fl surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot wo rk properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations. 3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator wi ll fl green tw o times, wh ich indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift off and the aircraft wi ll hover in place. The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over wh ich it is fl 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 aircraft wi ll 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 wh ite, pure red, pure green). Flying over a highly refl surfaces. Flying at high speeds(over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). Flying over water or transparent surfaces. Flying over moving surfaces or objects. Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. Flying over extremely dark (lux < 10) or bright (lux > 100,000) surfaces. Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with same design). Flying over inclined surfaces that will defl sound waves aw ay from the aircraft. Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness of the sensors. Vision Positioning is only effective wh en the aircraft is at altitudes of 0 to 3 meters. The Vision Positioning System may not function properly wh en the aircraft is fl over water. 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 devices with frequency of 40 KHz wh en Vision Positioning system is in operation. Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft wh en flying close to the ground (below 0.5 meters) in fast speed.Aircraft

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ay from the aircraft wh en Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency sound that is 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. Access these data from the DJI Pilot app through the Micro- USB Port on the aircraft.

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Professional. The grey and black nuts on the propeller indicate wh ere they should be attached and in wh ich direction wh ey should spin. To attach the propellers properly, match the nut color wi th the motor axis color. Propellers Grey Nut Black Nut Figure Attach On Motors with a grey axes Motors with a black axes Legends Lock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten.

Unlock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. 

### Attaching the Propellers 1. Attach the propellers with grey nuts onto the motors with grey axes and spin the propellers clockwise to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with black nuts onto the motors with black axes and spin the propellers counter

-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand before fl 

## Attaching and Detaching the Propellers Flight RecorderAircraft© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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Charger Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off. Wear gloves wh en handling propellers. Hand tighten each of the propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached fi 

### Detaching the Propellers Hold the motor in place with one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlock direction. Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and fi before every fl Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each fl DO NOT use aged, chipped, or broken propellers. To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer fl 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 by DJI.

Intelligent Flight Battery
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 aw are that the output pow

er of the supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 100W

. 

### DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: the LEDs display the current battery power cycle. 3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent sw elling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of total pow er wh en it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around tw o days to discharge the battery to 65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging. 5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops wh en the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The battery wi ll only charge wh en the temperature is betw een 0°C (32°F) and 40°C (104°F). 7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging wh en high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over -discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when the battery voltage reaches 12 V. 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the pow er supply wh en a short circuit is detected. 

## DJI Intelligent Flight BatteryAircraft

### 18 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. **Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual 10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Brow se the battery error history in the DJI Pilot app. 12. Sleep Mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery’s voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to the aircraft’s main controller. Refer to P

hantom 3 P

rofessional / Advanced Intelligent F light Battery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. 

### Using the Battery LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Power Button (Bulit-in LED) Battery Level Indicators 

### Turning ON/OFF Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The Pow er LED wi ll turn red and the Battery Level Indicators wi ll display the current battery level. 

### Turning Off: Press the Pow er Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. 

### Low Temperature Notice: 1. Battery capacity is signifi reduced wh en fl in low temperature (< 0°C) environments. 2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature (< - 10°C) environments. Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level wh en operating environment with temperatures betw een - 10°C and 5°C. 3. End the fl as soon as the DJI Pilot app displays the “Low Battery Level Warni ng” in low temperature environments. 4. Keep the battery indoors to wa rm it before fl in low temperature environments. 5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C. 6. The charger wi ll stop charging the battery if the battery cell’s temperature is not within the operating range (0°C ~ 40°C ). In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for approximately 1 -2 minutes to wa rm up before taking off. 

### Checking the Battery Level The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press the Pow er Button once. The Battery Level Indicators wi ll light up to display the current battery level. See below for details.Aircraft© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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The Battery Level Indicators wi ll also show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are defi below. : LED is on. : LED is fl : LED is off. Battery Level LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 87.5%~100% 75%~87.5% 62.5%~75% 50%~62.5% 37.5%~50% 25%~37.5% 12.5%~25% 0%~12.5% =0% 

### 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 Pow er Button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators wi ll light up and/or blink for tw o seconds, as shown below: Battery Life LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Life 90%~100% 80%~90% 70%~80% 60%~70% 50%~60% 40%~50% 30%~40% 20%~30% below 20%
When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is listed under the battery tab.Aircraft

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### Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connect the Battery Charger to a pow er source (100-240 V 50/60 Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. If the battery level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level Indicator wi ll display the current battery level as it is charging. 4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged wh en the Battery Level Indicators are all off. 5. Air -cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each fl Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature before storing it for an extended period. Do not charge the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional. Never insert or remove a battery wh en it is turned on.

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger Power Outlet Battery Level Indicators Wh ile Charging LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 0%~25% 25%~50% 50%~75% 75%~100% Fully Charged 

### Battery Protection LED Display The table below show

s battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns. Battery Level Indicators while Charging LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item LED2 blinks twice per second LED2 blinks three times per second LED3 blinks twice per second LED3 blinks three times per second LED4 blinks twice per second LED4 blinks three times per second Over current detected Short circuit detected Over charge detected Over - voltage charger detected Charging temperature is too low Charging temperature is too highAircraft© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

### 21 **Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual After these issues are resolved, press the Pow er Button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the charger wi ll resume charging wh en the temperature is within the allowable range. DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the P hantom 3 P rofessional’s Battery Compartment and turn it on. Leave it on until there is less than 8% of pow er left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot app to check battery levels. Rapid : Fly the Phantom 3 Professional outdoors until there is less than 8% of pow er left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on.Aircraft

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# Remote **Controller**
This section describes the features of the remote controller and includes instru ctions for controllin g the airc raft and the camera.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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# Remote **Controller**

The P hantom 3 P rofessional remote controller is a multi-function wi reless communication dev ice 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 we ll as controlling gimbal motion. The remote controller is pow ered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. Compliance V

ersion: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode. Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle.
To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area.



### Turning the Remote Controller On and Off The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a capacity of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEDs on the front panel. Follow the steps below to turn on your remote controller: 1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Pow er Button once. The Battery Level LE Ds wi ll display the current battery level. 2. Press and hold the Pow er Button to turn on the remote controller. 3. The remote controller wi ll beep wh en it is turned on. The Status LED wi ll rapidly blink green, indicating that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDs wi ll glow solid green wh en linking is complete. 4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller.



### Charging the Remote Controller Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the fi below for more details. 

## Using the Remote Controller Remote Controller ProfileRemoteController**Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual



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Power Button 

### Controlling the Camera Charger

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.

[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. [2] Playback Button Press to view images and videos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos wi ll be taken with a single press. [4] Video Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. [5] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

### Controlling Aircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default. [5] [4] [1] [2] [3]RemoteController**Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual

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### 25 Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed aw ay from the center position.
Remote Controller (Mode 2) Aircraft

( Indicates Nose Direction) Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft’s elevation. Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. Wh en both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 Professional wi ll hover in place. The more the stick is pushed aw ay from the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional 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 of the 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 Professional wi ll maintain its current orientation. The more the stick is pushed aw ay from the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional wi ll rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft’s forw

ard and backw

ard pitch. Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly backward. Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stick further aw

ay from the center position for a larger pitch angle (maximum 30 ̊ ) and faster fl 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 Professional wi ll hover in place if the stick is centered. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camera wi ll shift to point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera wi ll shift to point downwards. The camera wi ll remain in its current position wh en dial is static.RemoteController**Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual



### 26 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. Position Figure Position 1 Flight Mode F-mode Position 2 A -mode Position 3 P-mode Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose betw

een; P-mode, F-mode and Amode. Position 1

Position 2
Position 3
P-mode (Positioning): P-mode wo rks best wh en the GPS signal is strong. There are three different versions of P-mode, which wi ll be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on GPS signal strength and the 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 a suffi GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for position holding. P- ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude is maintained. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses only its barometer to stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked to P-mode. To unlock other fl modes, launch the DJI Pilot a pp, enter the “Camera” page, and tap “Mode”, then activate “Multiple Flight Mode”. RTH Button Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH Button wi ll blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft wi ll then return to the last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of the aircraft.RemoteController**Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual

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### 27 Connecting Your Mobile Device Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the cradle. Adj ust the clamp down to secure the mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of the cable into your mobile device and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller.



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

strong weak Ensure that the aircraft is fl within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft.

The Status LED refl the strength of the connection betw een the remote controller and the aircraft. The RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information about these indicators.

RTH LED

Status LED 

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### 28 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. The Remote Status Indicator wi ll blink red, sound an alert, wh en the battery level is critically low

.

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required wh en using a new remote controller for the fi time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller: 1. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch DJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter “Camera” and tap on and then tap “Linking RC” button as shown below.

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RC Control Setting
RC Calibration Stick Mode Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode. C1 C2

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC. Linking RC 

## Link ing the Rem ote Controller — Solid White Chime D . . . DD .. .. .. Aircraft is returning home. Blinking Wh ite Blinking Wh ite Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. Return-to-Home procedure in progress. Status LED Alarm Remote Controller Status

RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status — Solid Red Chime The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft.

— Solid Green Slow Blinking Red Chime

D-D- D ...... The remote controller is connected to the aircraft.

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### 29 4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is emitted.

5. Locate the linking button on the side of the aircraft, as shown in the fi shown below. Press the linking button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator wi ll display solid green once the remote controller is successfully linked to the aircraft.

Link Button

The remote controller wi ll un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the same aircraft.

The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC requirements. 

## Rem ote Controller Compliance Version Searching for aircraft frequency, ode 2, cha n

t g i m i n e g o s u t t i c i n k 5 m 4 o s d e e c s o a nld te s rs the way amiliar with your new mode. Press the linking button on the ai rcraft to link this remote controller Not D efined Not Defined

RC Control Setting
RC Calibration Stick Mode Default stick mode is M Do not change unless f the aircraft is controlled.
C1 C2 Cancel

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC. Linking RCRemoteController

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# Camera **and Gimbal**  This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal’s operation modes.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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# Camera **and Gimbal** 

The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps with the Phantom 3 Professional) and 12 megapixel stills. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse mode. A live preview of wh at the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile device via the DJI Pilot app. 

### Camera Micro-SD Card Slot To store your photos and vi deos, insert the Micro-SD card into the slot, as shown below, before turning on the Phantom 3 Professional. The Phantom 3 Professional comes wi th a 16 GB Micro-SD card and supports Micro-SD cards up to 64 GB. A UHS- 1 Micro-SD card is recommended due to their fast read and write time, wh ich will allow you to save high- resolution video data.

Do not remove the Micro-SD card from the Phantom 3 Professional wh en it is turned on. 

### Camera Data Port Turn on the Phantom 3 Professional and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos and videos to your computer.

Turn on the aircraft before attempting to access the fi on the Micro-SD card. 

## Camera ProfileGimbalCamera

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### Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Video Recording button on the remote controller to shoot the images or the videos through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to “ Controlling the Camera P24”.



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

-90° Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt movement of the camera. 

### Gimbal Operation Modes Tw o gimbal operation modes are available. Switch betw een the different operation modes on the camera settings page of the DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controller for changes to take effect. Refer to the table below for details:

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 a collision. Please take off from fl open ground and protect the gimbal at all times. Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbal wi ll recover full functionality after it dries.

The angle between gimbal’s orientation and aircraft’s nose remains Follow Mode constant at all times. FPV Mode The gimbal wi ll synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a

fi perspective fl experience. 30° 0° 

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

. Press Part 1 through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part 2 , then lock them together as shown 3

. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended. 1

2GimbalCamera

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# DJI **Pilot Ap**  **p** This section introduces the four main functions of the DJI Pilot app.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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# DJI **Pilot Ap**  **p** The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifi for the Phantom 3 Professional. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and User Center, wh ich are used for confi your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience.

The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Professional’s camera. You can also confi various camera parameters from the Camera page. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [17] [16] **MODE** P- GPS CL Safe to Fly (GPS)
**ISO 100**  **1/3 20**  **EV 0**  **482 1**  **JPEG** [9]

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[12] [11] 

## Cam era United States



## Mountain **View**

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### 36 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. [1] Flight Mode : The text next to this icon indicates the current fl mode. Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modify flight limits, perform compass calibration, and set the gain values. [2] GPS Signal Strength : This icon show

s the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicates adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings CL : This icon displays the IOC setting wh en the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC settings menu and select the desired IOC setting. [4] System Status

: This icon indicates the current aircraft system 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 pow er levels needed to carry out different functions. [6] Remote Controller Signal

: This icon show

s the strength of remote controller signal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength

: This icon show

s the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level

: This icon show

s the current battery level. Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the battery warning history. [9] General Settings : Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set fl parameters, reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the fl route display. [10] Camera Operation Bar Shutter and Recording Settings : Tap to enter various camera value settings, that including color space for the recording, size of the video fi image size and so on. Shutter : Tap this button to take a single photo. Press and hold this button to select single shooting, triple shot or time-lapsed shooting mode.DJIPilotApp© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

### 37 **Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual 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 has the same function. Playback : Tap to enter playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings : Tap to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values of the camera. [11] Vision Positioning : This ic on show

s the distance betw

een the surface and the Vision Positioning System’s sensors. [12] Flight Telemetry

Vision Positioning Status icon is highlighted wh en Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated by the fl attitude icon. (1) The red arrow

show s which direction the aircraft is facing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. (3) The angle of the boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicates the roll angle. [13] Map Display the fl path of the current fl Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[14] Return to Home (RTH) : Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point.
[15] Auto Takeoff/Landing / : Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing.

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### 38 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. [16] Livestream : 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 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 specifi number of clips, wh ich are automatically combined to create a short fi that can be shared immediately.
Tap “Store” to visit the offi DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily buy new products.
Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view fl logs, and check your DJI account status in "Discovery". Use your registered DJI account to login to "Discovery". 

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

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

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wi nd speed exceeding 10 m/s , snow, rain and smog. 2. Only fl in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 3. Avoid obstacles, crow ds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies of water. 4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations and radio transmission tow ers. 5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to env ironmental factors such as air density and temperature.Be very careful wh en fl at altitudes greater than 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be af fected. 6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within the polar areas.

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, fl are limited by default, wh ich helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones. 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, wh ich by default prevent the aircraft altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m)

. 

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

Maximum Flight Altitude Max Radius
Home Point Height of aircraft when turned on 

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Flight Limits DJI Pilot app Aircraft Status Indicator

Max Radius Flight distance must be within

the max radius. Warning: Distance limit reached. Rapid red fl wh en close to the max radius limit.

Flight Limits DJI Pilot app Aircraft Status Indicator

Max Radius No limits
If you fl out of the limit, you can still control the Inspire, but cannot fl it any father. If the Inspire fl out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it wi ll fl back within range automatically. 

### No-Fly Zones All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI offi website at http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly

. No-Fly Zones are divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports i nclude major airports and fl fi where manned aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive institute. The details of the No-Fly Zones are explained as follow: Airport (1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised of Take-off Restricted zones and Restricted - Altitude Zone. Each zone features circles of various size. (2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is Take-off restricted zone, inside of wh ich take off is prevented. (3) From R1 mile to R1 + 1 mile around the airport the fl altitude is limited on a 15 degree inclines. Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiate outward. The flight altitude is limited at 1640 feet (500 meters) at R1+1 mile (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of the No-Fly Zones, a wa rning message wi ll prompt from the DJI Pilot app. Maximum Flight Altitude Height is restricted to 400

feet. (120m) and under. Warning: Height limit reached. None. GPS Signal Weak Blinking Y ellow Maximum Flight Altitude Aircraft's altitude cannot

exceed the specifi value. Warning: Height limit reached. None. GPS Signal Strong Blinking GreenFlight

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Restricted Area (1) Restricted Area does not have fl altitude restriction. (2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off within this zone. The value of R varies on the defi of the restricted areas. (3) A “w arning zone” has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.6 miles (1 km) of this zone, a warning message wi ll prompt from the DJI Pilot app.

100m R 1640 feet 66 feet

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GPS Signal Strong Blinking Green
Zone Restriction DJI Pilot App Prompt Aircraft Status Indicator

No-fl Zone Motors wi ll not start. Warning: You are in a No -fly zone. Take off prohibited.

Red fl I f the air c raft enters the restricted area in A- mode, but is switched to P - mode, the ai rcraft wi ll automatica lly descend, land, and stop its motors. Warning: You are in a no-fl zone. Automatic landing has begun.

Restrictedaltitude fl zone I f the air c raft enters the R1: Warning: You are in a restricted zone. Descending to restricted area in A-mode, but is switched to P-mode, it wi ll descend to an appropriate safe altitude. R2: Warning: You are in a restricted zone. Maximum fl altitude and hover 15 feet altitude is restricted to betw een below the altitude limit. 20m and 500m. Fly cautiously. Warning zone No fl restriction applies, but

there wi ll be a warning

. Warning: You are approaching a restricted zone, Fly Cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.

during the descent and landing process. Motors wi ll stop automatically after landing. When fl in the safety zone, aircraft status indicator wi ll blink red quickly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current fl status and continue for 5 seconds at which point it wi ll switch back to red blinking. For safety reasons, please do not fl close to airports, highw ays, railw ay stations, railway lines, city centers, or other sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight. Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick commandFlight

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1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and fi 3. Micro-SD card has been inserted, if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 6. The DJI Pilot app is successfully connected to the aircraft.

IMPORTANT: Alw

ays to calibrate the compass in every new fl location. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, wh ich can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight performance or fl failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance. 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 wi th you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones. Do not calibrate in direct proximity to large metal objects. DO NOT calibrate indoors. 

### Calibration Procedures Choose an open area to carry out the following procedures. 1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-fl preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap “Mode” in the app and select “Compass Calibration”, then follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators wi ll display a solid green light. 

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### 45 **Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual 3. Hold the aircraft vertically, with nose pointing downw ard, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator glow s solid red.

If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircraft to a different location and try again. Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch DJI Pilot app and follow the on -screen instructions to calibrate the compass. 

### When to Recalibrate 1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yellow

. 2.When fl in a new location or in a location that is different from the most recent fl 3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom 3 Professional has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs in fl i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does not fl in straight line.

Auto Takeoff Use auto takeoff only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the auto takeoff feature: 1. Launch the DJI Pilot app, and enter “Camera” page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 3. Complete all steps on the pre-fl checklist. 4. Tap“ ”, and confi that conditions are safe for fl Slide the icon to confi and takeoff. 5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground. Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly wh en it is using Vision Position System for stabilization. Aircraft wi ll automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wa it until there is suffi GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature. 

## Auto Takeof

f and Auto LandingFlight

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

OR 

### Stopping the Motors There are tw

o methods to stop the motors. Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle down , then conduct the same CSC that was used to start the motors, as described above

. Motors wi ll stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors wi ll stop after three seconds.

OR

Method 1 Method 2 Do not perform CSC wh en aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors wi ll be stopped.



### Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircraft in an open, fl area with the battery level indicators facing towards you. 2. Turn on the remote controller and your mobile device, then the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter the Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe to fl If they fl yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or use Auto Takeoff. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app. 7. To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle descend. 8. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its low est position until the motors stop. 9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery fi then the Remote Controller. 

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When the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly during fl the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or rapidly during fl Watch our video tutorials for more fl information. 

### Video Suggestions and Tips 1. Go through the full pre-fl checklist before each fl 2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI Pilot app. 3. Only shoot video wh en fl in P-mode. 4. Always fl in good weather and avoid fl in rain or heavy wi nd. 5. Choose the camera settings that suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compensation. 6. Perform fl tests to establish fl routes and preview scenes. 7. Push the control sticks gently to keep the aircraft’s movement stable and smooth.Flight

# F **AQ**

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# Troubleshooting **(F AQ)**  **What is**  **the difference**  **between the**  **Phantom 3**  **Professional and**  **the Phantom**  **3 Advanced?**  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 damage the product and will void your warranty. **Can I**  **charge my**  **Remote Controller and**  **Intelligent Flight**  **Battery at**  **the same**  **time?** Wh ile 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 a time. We recommend that you never charge both items using the same charger at the same time. **What are**  **the buttons**  **on the**  **back of**  **my Remote**  **Controller for?**  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. **How far can I fly m y 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**  **use with**  **my Phantom**  **3?** The Phantom 3 is compatible with the DJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the DJI Inspire 1. The app will detect which aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly. **Which mobile**  **devices are**  **compatible with**  **the app?**  The DJI Pilot app is onl y 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, Nubia Z7 mini Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues.FAQ

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**How do**  **I use**  **the 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 short film 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 Controller**  **with 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 2**  **Intelligent Flight**  **Battery with**  **the Phantom**  **3?** No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2 V. **My Phantom**  **3 does**  **not turn**  **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 data from being lost or corrupted. **Do I**  **have to**  **buy the**  **Remote Controller separately ?**  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 3**  **support 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 does**  **the “P,**  **A, F”**  **switch on**  **the Remote**  **Controller do?**  This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle different flight modes: P- mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and your Phantom 3 will attempt to 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 Home 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 Appendix of the User Manual. By default, only P- mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other modes.FAQ© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

### 51 **Phan t** **om 3**  **Professional** User Manual **What is the Phantom 3 flight 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 a video file if the power is turned off during recording?** Do not remove the Mi cro-SD 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**  **I ensure**  **that my**  **pictures and**  **videos will**  **be synchronized**  **to my**  **iOS 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 DJI Pilot app icon. If the Pilot app has not been granted access to your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized. **What should**  **I do**  **to 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 discharge**  **time of**  **the 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 discharge time is not zero. The battery is safe to use. **Can the**  **mobile device**  **holder be**  **used on**  **the Phantom**  **2 series**  **Remote Controller?**  No, it cannot. **How to**  **safely operate**  **the aircraft**  **when encountering**  **compass error?**  Compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close to the strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when compass error occurs and DJI Pilot app will display the one of the following messages:

• Compass error, calibration required This warning message indicates the aircraft receives abnormal compass readings. It is power off the aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at the different location and 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 locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will automatically adjust the orientation of the aircraft in the midair to mitigate the drifts. Aircraft will switch back to P-GPS mode when the adjustment is done.FAQ

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# Ap **pendix**© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

### 53 Micro SD Supported SD Card Types Max. capacity: 64 GB. Class 10 or UHS - 1 rating required

Max. Bitrate Of Video Storage 60 Mbps 

# Ap **pendix**

Aircraft We ight (Battery & Propellers Included) 1280 g
Max. Descent Speed 3 m/s
Max. Flight Altitude 6000 m Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C

Controllable Range Pitch: - 90° to + 30° Velocity Range < 8 m/s (2 m above ground) Operating Range 30 cm -300 cm

Lens FOV 94° 20mm(35mm format equivalent ) f/2.8 Electronic Shutter Speed 8s - 1/8000s

Still Photography Modes Single shoot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time- lapse

Video Recording Modes UHD : 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 FHD:1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60

Supported File Formats FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG -4 AVC/H.264) Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 40°C Image Max. Size 4000 x 3000 ISO Range 100 -3200(video) 100 - 1600(photo) Operating Environment Camera Sensor Brightl y lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces Sony EXMOR 1/2.3” Effective pixels:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M) Altitude Range 30 cm -300 cm Vision Positioning GPS Mode Gimbal GPS/GLONASS Max. Flight Time Approximatel y 23 minutes Max. Speed 16 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind) Max. Ascent Speed 5 m/s 

## SpecificationsAppendix

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Operating Frequency 2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz
Video Output Port USB Battery 6000 mAh LiPo 2S
Transmitter Power(EIRP) FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm
Voltage 17.4 V
Capacity 4480 mAh Battery Type LiPo 4S Net W eight 365 g Max. Charging Power 100 W

Alternatively Red, Green and Yellow Flash Turning on and Self -Checking

Yellow Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Posi tioning)
Fast Yellow Flashing Slow Red Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost Low Battery Warning Fast Red Flashing Red Flashing Alternatively Critical Battery Warning IMU Error

— Solid Red Critical Error Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required Warning Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Aircraft Warming Up Green Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) X2 Green Flashes Twice Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) Normal 

### Aircraft Status Indicator Description Operating Temperature - 10°C- 40°C Energy 68 Wh Voltage 15.2 V Rated Power 100 W Intelligent Flight Battery ( PH3 -4480 mAh - 15.2 V ) Wo rk ing Voltage Charger 1.2 A @7.4 V Mobile Device Holder Tablets and smartphones Operating Temperature Range 0°C- 40°C Transmitting Distance 2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed) Remote ControllerAppendix© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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IOC allow

s users to lock the control orientation of aircraft in different modes. There are three wo rking modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only wo rks wh en the aircraft is in F-mode, therefore the user must toggle the fl mode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table below:

Home Lock (HL)* Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forw ard and backw

ard controls wi ll move the aircraft farther from and closer to the established Home Pont, regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes.



### IOC Requirements IOC is only available under the following conditions:
Course Lock No None None

Using IOC Toggle the Flight Mode Switch F-mode and follow the instructions prompted on the DJI Pilot app to select the desired IOC mode. POI Yes Aircraft 5m~500m Point of Interest Home Lock Yes Aircraft ≥ 10m Home Point Modes IOC GPS enabled GPS counts Flight Distance Limits *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are coming soon.

Point of Interest. Record a point of interest (POI). The aircraft can then circle Point of Interest (POI)* around the POI and the nose wi ll alw ays points tow

ard the POI. Course Lock (CL) The nose direction, at the time that CL is set, wi ll remain the forw ard direction regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. This wi ll remain fi until you reset it or exit CL mode. 

## Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)Appendix

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### FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following tw o conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifi not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Compliance Information 

### FCC Warning Message Any Changes or modifi not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following tw o conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

### FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: Th is equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm betw een the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How ever, there is no guarantee that i nterference wi ll not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, wh ich can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to wh ich the receiver is connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 

### IC RSS warning This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subject to the following tw

o conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent areil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est 

## FCC Com plianceAppendix© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserv ed. 

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### IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. Any Changes or modifi not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 

### KCC Warning Message

“ 해당무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있으므로 인명안전과 관련된 서비스는 할 수 없습니다

. ”
“ 해당 무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음” 

### NCC Warning Message 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或 使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加 大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用 不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應改善至無 干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合 法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法 通信或工業、科學及醫療用 電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。Appendix

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