PHANTOM 3

STANDARD

User Manual

2015.09

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Using this Manual

Legends

0 Warning ^ Important --$: Hints and Tips Reference

Readings

Read the following documents before using your Phantom 3 Standard.

/. In the Box

2. Phantom 3 Standard User Manual

3. Phantom 3 Standard Quick Start Guide

4. Phantom 3 Standard Guidelines and Disclaimer

5. Phantom 3 Standard Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines

To prepare for your first flight, follow the steps in the Phantom 3 Standard Quick Start Guide. Read the

Guidelines and Disclaimer to understand your legal rights and responsibilities.

Video Tutorials

These tutorials will guide you all the way through unboxing, updating the firmware, and your maiden flight.

http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-3-standard/video

DJIGOApp

Download the DJI GO app on the App Store or Google Play, or by scanning the QR code on the right.

The DJI GO app supports iOS 8.0 and Android 4.1.2, or later versions.

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Contents

Using this Manual

Legends 2

Readings 2

Video Tutorials 2

DJIGOApp 2

Product Profile

Introduction 6

Key Features 6

Preparing the Aircraft and Remote Controller 7

Aircraft Diagram 8

Remote Controller Diagram 8

Aircraft

Flight Controller 10

Flight Modes 10

LED Indicators 10

Return-to-Home (RTH) 11

Smart RTH 11

Low Battery RTH 12

Failsafe RTH 13

Flight Data 13

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 13

Intelligent Flight Battery 15

Remote Controller

Profile 21

Controls and Operation 21

Camera and Gimbal

Camera 28

Gimbal 29

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DJI GO App

Equipment 32

Library 35

Explore 35

Me 35

Flight

Flying Conditions 37

Flight Limits and No Fly Zones 37

Pre-flight Checklist 41

Calibrating the Compass 41

Auto Takeoff and Landing 42

Starting and Stopping the Motors 43

Flight Test 43

FAQ

Appendix

Specifications 50

Intelligent Flight Mode 52

FCC Compliance 53

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Product Profile

This section introduces the features of

the aircraft and remote controller.

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Product Profile

Introduction

The Phantom 3 Standard is an easy-to-fly quadcopter for aerial photography and filmmaking. It includes

a high-quality camera, custom-built remote controller, and Intelligent Flight Battery, and is compatible with

the DJI GO app for mobile devices.

Key Features

Camera and Gimbal: The built-in camera captures video at 2.7K and 12 megapixel photos. A 3-axis

o gimbal holds the camera stable and steady as you fly, resulting in shake-free footage every time.

Intelligent Flight Battery: A 4480 mAh lithium polymer Intelligent Flight Battery features an advanced

power management system, and provides up to 25 minutes of flight time.

WiFi Video Downlink: Live HD video is streamed from the camera to the DJI GO app over WiFi as you fly.

A WiFi range extender is built into the remote controller.

Flight Controller: Flying is easy and safe with a flight controller optimized to enable controlled, stable flight.

Critical flight data is collected, computed and communicated to the entire aircraft in real time.

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Preparing the Aircraft and Remote Controller

Removing the Gimbal Clamp

Slide the gimbal clamp off the camera.

Attaching the Propellers

Attach the black propeller nuts onto the motors with black dots and spin them counter-clockwise to

secure. Attach the silver propeller nuts onto the motors without black dots and spin them clockwise to

secure.

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Tighten the propellers with both hands before each flight.

Preparing the Remote Controller:

1. Unfold the mobile device holder and adjust its position and angle.

2. Slide the power switch to the right to turn on the remote controller. Ensure the battery is fully

charged.

3. Be sure the S1 switch is toggled to the upper most position. The Status LED will become solid

green if the remote controller is functioning properly.

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Aircraft Diagram

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[I] Propellers

[2] Motors

[3] Front LED Indicator

[4] Aircraft Micro USB Port

[5] Camera Status Indicator

[6] Landing Gear

[7] Intelligent Flight Battery

[8] Gimbal and Camera

[9] Antennas

[10] Camera Micro SD card slot

[II] Link Button

[12] Camera Micro USB Port

[13] Aircraft Status Indicator

Remote Controller Diagram

[I] Antenna

[2] Mobile Device Holder

[3] Switch S1

[4] Control Sticks

[5] Lanyard Loop

[6] Battery Level Indicator

[7] Status LED

[8] Micro USB Charging Port

[9] Power Switch

[10] Gimbal Dial

[II] Switch S2

[12] Handle Bar

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Aircraft

This section introduces the features of

the flight controller and the Intelligent

Flight Battery.

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Aircraft

Flight Controller

The flight controller provides stability, safety and control to the Phantom 3 Standard. The supported flight

modes are designed to optimize aircraft control for different conditions and purposes. The flight controller

allows the aircraft to automatically Return-to-Home (RTH) if the remote controller signal is lost (i.e. Failsafe

RTH) or when instructed to by the pilot (i.e. Smart RTH), ensuring the safe return of your aircraft. Flight

data is stored to the device every time you fly and can be accessed anytime.

Flight Modes

> Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below:

^ P-Mode (Positioning): P-Mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. One of its two states will be

selected by the aircraft automatically depending on GPS signal strength.

P-GPS: GPS is available. The aircraft uses GPS for positioning.

P-ATTI: GPS is not available. The aircraft only uses its barometer to maintain altitude.

A-Mode (Attitude): GPS is not used for positioning, and the aircraft only uses its barometer to maintain

altitude. If a GPS signal is present, the aircraft will still return to the last recorded Home Point if the remote

controller signal is lost.

F-Mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is supported in this mode. Refer to the IOC section

in the Appendix for more information.

The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P-Mode by default. To enable other flight modes, go to the DJI GO

app > Camera View > ^ > Advanced Settings > Enable Multiple Flight Modes.

LED Indicators

The Phantom 3 Standard has two Front LEDs located under the two front motors and two Aircraft Status

Indicators located under the two rear motors.

^ ^ __ ^ __ Aircraft Status Indicator

Front LED

The Front LEDs glow solid red when the aircraft is turned on and help you orientate the aircraft when it

is in the air. You can switch off the Front LEDs in the DJI GO app to achieve a better filming result. The

Aircraft Status Indicators indicate the status of the flight controller. See the table below for details of its

blinking patterns.

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Aircraft Status Indicator Blinking Patterns

Normal

R G Y Flashes red, green and yellow alternatively

G Y Flashes green and yellow alternatively

G Flashes green slowly

Y Flashes yellow slowly

Warning

Y Flashes yellow quickly

R Flashes red slowly

R Flashes red quickly

R Flashes red (Alternates with other patterns)

R — Glows solid red

R Y Flashes red and yellow alternatively

Turning on and running self-diagnostic test

Warming up

Safe to Fly (P-Mode with strong GPS signal)

Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS signal)

Remote controller's signal lost

Low Battery Warning

Critical Battery Warning

IMU error

Critical error

Compass calibration required

Return-to-Home (RTH)

The Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure 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. The following sections

describe them in detail.

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Home Point

GPS

Km

Description

The Home Point is the location at which the aircraft takes off. A

strong GPS signal ( Xm ) must be present for the aircraft to record

the Home Point. If the Home Point is recorded successfully, the

Aircraft Status Indicator will blink green rapidly.

Smart RTH

Tap c£ in the DJI GO app or toggle the S2 switch on the remote controller back and forth at least twice

to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will first ascend to the Return-to-Home altitude, then return to the last

recorded Home Point if a GPS signal is available. During the RTH procedure, you may use the remote

controller to guide the aircraft around obstacles.

Tap <£ or toggle the S1 switch once to terminate Smart RTH and regain full control of the aircraft.

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Low Battery RTH

When the Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft,

the Low Battery Level Warning or Critically Low Battery Warning will appear in the DJI GO app. The

thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's current altitude and

distance from the Home Point, but you can also set your own fixed thresholds as extra precaution.

Observe the Battery Level Indicator as you fly your aircraft. The |£££| icon displays the estimated

remaining flight time, and the © icon represents the point when the battery level is just enough for the

aircraft to return to the Home Point. The |££&! icon gradually moves to the left as the battery is consumed.

When the |£££l icon enters the yellow region, the Low Battery Level Warning will appear and prompt

=;- you to Return-to-Home. The aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after 10

j^ seconds, but you can resume normal flight by tapping <^ or toggling the S1 switch.

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When the 02SJ icon enters the red region, the battery level can only support the aircraft to land from its

current altitude. The Critically Low Battery Level Warning will appear and the aircraft will begin to descend

automatically. You should find a suitable location to the land the aircraft immediately.

Critically Low Battery

Level Warning (Red)

Low Battery

Level Warning (Yellow)

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Sufficient Battery Level

(Green)

Remaining Flight Time

Power Required to

Return-to-Home

Battery Level Indicator

Battery Level

Warning

Description DJI GO App Aircraft

Low Battery

Warning

The battery level is just

sufficient for the aircraft

to safely return to the

Home Point.

Prompts the pilot to start

the Return-to-Home

procedure.

The Aircraft Status Indicator

flashes RED slowly.

The aircraft will automatically

return to the Home Point if

no action is taken after 10

seconds.

Critically Low

Battery Level

Warning

The battery level can

only support the aircraft

to land from its current

altitude.

Alerts the pilot of the

aircraft's automatic

descent (cannot be

cancelled).

The screen will flash RED.

The Aircraft Status Indicator

flashes RED quickly.

The aircraft begins to descend

and land itself automatically.

• While the aircraft is in automatic descent, you can still control the aircraft's movement although

its ascent speed is very limited. Use this opportunity to find a suitable landing location.

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Failsafe RTH

Failsafe RTH will be triggered if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds, provided

that a Home Point was recorded previously. You can regain control of the aircraft if the remote controller

signal is recovered.

Failsafe RTH Illustration

® Record the Home Point

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Aircraft Status Indicator:

Hashing Yellow -> Hashing Green

® Signal Lost > 3s, Retum-to-Home

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Aircraft Status Indicator:

Hashing Yellow

©Flying

T§T

£?•! »

Aircraft Status Indicator:

Hashing Green

© Return to the Home Point

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•Height over Home Point >20m |s

Qhv I?" * Ascend to 20m ! ""f^P"

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^ Height over Home Point <=20m

Aircraft Status Indicator:

Hashing Yellow

© Remote Controller Signal Lost

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Aircraft Status Indicator:

Hashing Yellow

© Auto Landing after Hovering fa 1 5s

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Aircraft Status Indicator:

Hashing Yellow

The aircraft will automatically descend and land if Failsafe RTH is triggered when the aircraft

is within a 20 meter (65 feet) radius of the Home Point. During the RTH procedure, if you move

the throttle stick after the aircraft rises above 65 feet (20m), the aircraft will stop ascending and

immediately return to the Home Point.

• The aircraft cannot Return-to-Home if the signal is weak ([Xi . ] is grey).

• The aircraft cannot avoid obstacles during the Failsafe RTH procedure, and therefore it is

important to set a suitable Return-to-Home altitude before each flight. Go to the DJI GO app >

Camera View > ^ > Advanced Settings > Failsafe Mode to set the Failsafe altitude.

Flight Data

The aircraft automatically keeps a record of detailed flight data including telemetry measurements,

aircraft status information, and error messages. To export this data, connect the aircraft to the PC

through the Micro USB port and launch the DJI GO app to export this data. This data can be later

analyzed with the proper software if necessary.

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers

Only use official DJI Phantom 3 propellers with your Phantom 3 Standard.

Propellers

Figure

Attach On

Legends

Silver Propeller Nut

Motors without a black dot

Black Propeller Nut

Motors with a black dot

Lock: Turn the propellers in this direction to secure.

Unlock : Turn the propellers in this direction to loosen.

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Attaching the Propellers

1. Remove the warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers.

2. Attach the black propeller nuts onto the motors with black dots and spin them counter-clockwise to

secure. Attach the silver propeller nuts onto the motors without black dots and spin them clockwise to

secure.

/j\ • Ensure the propellers are attached to the correct motors.

• Tighten the propellers with both hands before each flight.

• Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,

or broken propellers.

• Stand clear of the motors and DO NOT touch the propellers when they are spinning.

Detaching the Propellers

Put the propeller removal clamp around the motor, and pinch both sides as shown below to hold the

motor in place. Then rotate the propeller in the unlock direction t^ to loosen it.

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Intelligent Flight Battery

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 with the official DJI battery charger.

Intelligent Flight Battery

Charger

The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to

Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery on page 18 for more information.

Note that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Standard charger is 57 W.

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions

1. Battery Level Display: LEDs display the current battery level.

2. Battery Life Display: LEDs display the current battery life.

3. Auto-Discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% of battery level when

it is left idle (pressing the power button will exit idle state) for more than 10 days to prevent swelling.

It takes about two days to discharge the battery from 100% to 65%, and it is normal to feel moderate

heat emitting from the battery during the discharge process. The discharge thresholds can be

adjusted in the DJI GO app.

4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging.

5. Overcharge Protection: Automatically stops charging the battery when it is fully charged.

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when its core temperature is between 0°C and

40°C(32°Fand104°F).

7. Overcurrent Protection: The battery stops charging when the maximum current of 8A is exceeded.

8. Over-Discharge Protection: The battery stops discharging when the battery voltage reaches 12V to

prevent damage from over-discharge.

9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected.

10. Battery Cell Damage Detection: The DJI GO app display a warning message if a damaged battery

cell is detected.

11. Battery Log: Show the last 32 entries of battery information including warning messages.

12. Sleep Mode: The battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity to save power.

13. Communication: The battery voltage, capacity, current and other relevant information is sent to the

flight controller.

/j\ Read the Phantom 3 Standard Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take

full responsibility for all operations and usage.

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Using the Battery

•LED1

•LED2

•LED3

•LED4

•Power Button (Built-in LED)

•Battery Level Indicators

Turning On or Turning Off the Battery

Press the power button once, again, and hold for 2 seconds.

F]=l When turning off the battery, the power button may continue to flash for a few seconds if the

aircraft is still storing media files to the Micro SD card.

Low Temperature Environments:

1. The battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in cold environments (i.e. air temperatures

below 0°C).

2. It is not recommended to fly in very cold environments (i.e. air temperatures below -10°C). Ensure the

battery voltage is stable when operating in air temperatures between -10°C and 5°C.

3. End the flight as soon as possible if the Low Battery Level Warning appears when you are flying in low

temperature environments.

4. Try to warm up the battery indoors prior to flying in low temperature environments.

5. Keep the battery core temperature above 20°C to ensure optimal performance.

6. The charger will pause the charging process if the battery core temperature is out of operating range

(0°C ~ 40°C).

/t\ • Ensure the temperature of the Intelligent Flight Battery exceeds 5°C before takeoff.

• To warm up the aircraft battery, power it on inside the battery compartment for approximately 1-2

minutes before takeoff. Begin flying by hovering the aircraft at a low altitude for approximately

1 minute to ensure that the battery temperature is stable.

Checking the Battery Level

When the battery is powered off, press the power button once. The Battery Level Indicator will light up to

display the current battery level. See the table below for more details.

EJ3 The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and

discharging. The LED states are defined below.

Q : LED is on. ;Q;: LED is flashing.

Q : LED is off.

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LED Patterns

LED1

D

D

D

0

D

0

D

0

D

LED2

0

D

D

D

D

0

0

0

0

LED3

0

D

D

0

D

0

D

D

0

LED4

D

1

0

0

D

D

D

D

D

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%

Checking the Battery Life

The battery life indicates the number of cycles the battery can be charged and discharged 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 Indicator will light up with one of the following LED patterns:

LED Patterns

LED1

D

D

i

I

D

0

D

0

D

LED2

D

D

i

D

0

0

D

D

D

LED3

0

0

0

0

D

D

0

D

D

LED4

0

0

0

D

D

D

D

D

D

Battery Life

90%~100%

80%~90%

70%~80%

60%~70%

50%~60%

40%~50%

30%~40%

20%~30%

Below 20%

/!\ When the battery life reaches 0%, the Intelligent Flight Battery must be replaced.

For more information about the battery, launch the DJI GO app and tap l=A100% in Camera

View.

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Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery

1. Connect the battery charger to a suitable power supply (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

2. Open the protection cap on the battery charger and connect it to the Intelligent Flight Battery. If the

battery level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging, otherwise it will not be fully charged.

3. The Battery Level Indicator will display the current battery level as it is charging.

4. The Battery Level Indicators will turn off when charging is complete. Disconnect the Intelligent Flight

Battery from the battery charger.

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Always turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery before inserting it into or removing it from the aircraft.

Air cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow its temperature to drop to room

temperature before charging it.

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger

Power Outlet

Battery Level Indicators while Charging

LED1

0

I

0

0

D

LED2

0

I

0

1

0

LED3

D

D

0

1

0

LED4

D

D

D

0

D

Battery Level

0%~25%

25%~50%

50%~75%

75%~100%

Fully Charged

Battery Protection Mechanism

The table below shows the LED blinking patterns and their corresponding battery protection warning.

Battery Level Indicators while Charging

LED1

0

D

D

D

D

D

LED2

I

0

0

D

0

D

LED3

0

0

1

D

0

D

LED4

D

D

0

D

I

1

Blinking Pattern

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

Battery Protection Warning

Over current detected

Short circuit detected

Overcharge detected

Charger overvoltage detected

Charging temperature is too low

Charging temperature is too high

(>40°C)

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After any of the above protection issues are resolved, press the power button to turn off the battery

protection warning. Unplug the Intelligent Right Battery from the battery charger and plug it back in to

resume charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug the battery charger in the event of a

room temperature error; the battery charger will resume charging when the temperature falls within the

normal range.

/i\ DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party battery chargers.

-:Q:- Discharging the Intelligent Flight Battery

Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 3 Standard's battery compartment and

turn it on. Leave it on until there is less than 8% of battery remaining, or until the battery can no

longer be turned on. Check the battery level in the DJI GO app.

Fast: Fly the Phantom 3 Standard outdoors until there is less than 8% of battery remaining or

until the battery can no longer be turned 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

Profile

The Phantom 3 Standard remote controller features a 2.4 GHz WiFi Video Downlink, 5.8 GHz aircraft

transmission system, and a built-in battery. It is capable of transmitting signals to the aircraft at up

to 0.62 miles (1 km). There is a foldable mobile device holder attached to the remote controller used

to mount your smartphone.

03 . Compliance: The remote controller is made to comply with both CE and FCC standards.

• Operating Modes: The controls can be set to Mode 1, Mode 2 or a custom mode.

• Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle.

• Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle.

-:<J: The mobile device holder can be tilted at different positions and angles.

0 DO NOT force an overlarge mobile device into the mobile device holder.

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Controls and Operation

Powering on the Remote Controller

1. Toggle the S1 switch to the upper most position and ensure both control sticks are in the neutral

position.

2. Slide the power switch to the right to turn on the remote controller.

3. The Status LED will light up solid green when the remote controller is connected to the aircraft. The

Battery Level Indicator will display the battery level of the remote controller.

Charging the Remote Controller

Charge the remote controller through the Micro USB port using the provided Micro USB cable. The

Battery Level Indicator will blink green when it is charging.

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