INSPIRE 1 PRO

V1.0

2015.12

User Manual
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Using this manual

Legends

Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference

Before Flight

The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensure you to make full use of your Inspire 1 

Pro.

1. In the Box

2. Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer

3. Quick Start Guide

4. Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines

5. User Manual

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

prepare for your first flight by using the Quick Start Guide. Refer to this manual for more comprehensive 

information.

Watch the video tutorials

Please watch the tutorial video below to learn how to use Inspire 1 Pro correctly and safely:

http://www.dji.com/product/inspire-1-pro-and-raw/video

Download the DJI GO app 

Download and install the DJI GO app before use. Scan the QR code or visit

 “http://m.dji.net/djigo” to download the app.

For the best experience, use mobile device with Android V 4.1.2 or above. Requires iOS 8.0 or later.

Searching for Keywords

Search for keywords such as “battery” and “install” to find a topic. If you are using Adobe Acrobat 

Reader to read this document, press Ctrl+F on Windows or Command+F on Mac to begin a search.

Navigating to a Topic

View a complete list of topics in the table of contents. Click on a topic to navigate to that section.
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Contents

Using this manual 2

Legends 2

Before Flight 2

Watch the video tutorials 2

Download the DJI GO app 2

Product Profile 5

Introduction 6

Feature Highlights 6

Assemble the Aircraft 6

Installing the Gimbal and Camera 7

Aircraft Diagram 11

Remote Controller Diagram 11

Aircraft 13

Flight Controller 14

Flight Mode 14

Flight Status Indicator 14

Return to Home (RTH) 15

Dynamic Home Point 17

Vision Positioning System 18

Flight Recorder 20

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 20

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 20

Remote Controllers 25

	 Remote Controller Profile	 26

Remote Controller Operations 26

Dual Remote Controllers Mode 31

Remote Controller Status LED 33

Linking the Remote Controller 34

Remote Controller Compliance Version 36

Used with the DJI Focus 36
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Gimbal and Camera 37

	 Camera Profile	 38

Status LED 39

Gimbal 40

DJI GO App 43

Camera 44

Library 48

Explore 48

Me 48

Flight 49

Flight Environment Requirements 50

Flight Limits and Flight Restriction Area 50

	 Preflight Checklist	 54

Calibrating the Compass 54

Auto Take-off and Auto Landing 55

Flight Test 56

Starting/Stopping the Motors 56

FAQ 58

Appendix 61

	 Specifications	 62

Intelligent Flight 66

How to Update Firmware 66

FCC Compliance 68
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Product Profile

This chapter describes the features of 

Inspire 1 Pro, instructs you to assemble 

the aircraft and explains the components 

on the aircraft and remote controllers. 
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Product Profile

Introduction

The Inspire 1 Pro is brand new quadcopter capable of capturing 4K video and transmitting an HD video 

signal (up to 5km) to multiple devices straight out of the box. Equipped with retractable landing gear, it 

can capture an unobstructed 360 degree view from its camera. The built-in camera has an integrated 

gimbal to maximize stability and weight efficiency while minimizing space. When no GPS signal is 

available, Vision Positioning technology provides hovering precision. 

Feature Highlights

The Inspire 1 Pro is a professional aerial filmmaking and photography platform that is ready to fly right out 

of the box. Featuring an onboard camera equipped with a 15mm f/1.7 (35 mm format equivalent 30 mm) 

lens and 3-axis stabilized gimbal, it shoots sharp 16mp stills and stable video at up to 4K. Its retractable 

landing gear pulls up out of view, giving the camera an unobstructed 360 degree view of the world below.

HD Video Downlink: Low latency, HD downlink powered by an enhanced version of the DJI Lightbridge 

system. It also provides dual controllers mode.

Landing gear: Retractable landing gear that enables an unobstructed panoramic view from the camera. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: 4500 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery employs new battery cells and a 

battery management system. 

Flight Controller: The next generation flight controller system provides a more reliable flight experience. 

A new flight recorder stores the flight data from each flight, and Vision Positioning enhances hovering 

precision when no GPS is available. 

Assemble the Aircraft

Unlocking Travel Mode 

The aircraft is in Travel Mode during delivery. Follow these steps to change it to Landing Mode before 

your first flight:

1. Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment.

2. Power on the Remote Controller and the Intelligent Flight Battery.

3. Toggle the Transformation Switch up and down at least four times. 

4. Power off the aircraft. 

Travel Mode Toggle×4 Landing Mode
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Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent 

Flight Battery" (P23) for more information .

If you have purchased the dual remote controller version, you must use the Master remote 

controller to deactivate Travel Mode. Refer to "Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode" (P32) 

section for more information about Master remote controller.

Be sure to remove the gimbal from the aircraft before switch from Landing Mode to Travel Mode.

Place the aircraft on the smooth and reflective surface (e.g. table or tile) before switching between 

the travel modes to the landing mode. Do not place the aircraft on the rough and sound-absorbing 

surface (e.g. carpet) before switching between the travel modes and landing mode.

Installing the Gimbal and Camera

The following steps use the DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 ASPH as illustration of how to mount the camera lens to 

the camera body. Be sure to power off the battery before installation.

1. Remove the camera body cap.

2. While holding down the Lens Release Button, rotate the Lens Lock clockwise to unlock it. 

3. Remove the lens cap and rear cap.

The Zenmuse X5 currently supports the following lenses, and will support more lenses in the 

future.

DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 ASPH

Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 ASPH

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0

Olympus M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 (Balancing ring will be available on the DJI Store soon)

Lens Release Button

1

2

3
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To remove the camera lens, power off the battery and then:

1. While holding down the Lens Release Button, rotate the Lens Lock clockwise to unlock it. 

2. While holding down the Lens Release Button, rotate the camera lens counterclockwise to detach it.

Lens Release Button

It is recommended to wrap the dust cover around the lens for aerial applications. The DJI 

specified dust cover can be installed on the DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 ASPH and the Panasonic 

Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 ASPH. Purchase an appropriate dust cover for the 

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 if necessary. 

It is important to tighten the Lens Lock after attaching the camera lens, as this can reduce the 

vibrations of the lens when the aircraft is moving in flight. Always loosen the Lens Lock before 

attaching and detaching the camera lens.

A filter can be installed in place of the Camera Balancing Ring. Remember to use a filter that 

fulfills the weight requirement.

The Lens Hood can only be installed on the DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 ASPH or Panasonic Lumix G 

Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 ASPH. DO NOT install the Lens Hood on the Olympus M.Zuiko 

Digital ED 12mm f/2.0.

Be sure to set the lens to AF mode.

Always hold down the Lens Release Button before rotating the Lens Lock to unlock it.

Lens Hood

Balancing Ring (or Filter)

6

7

Micro-SD

Click

4 5

4. Align the two Lens Mount Indexes on the camera body and camera lens, and insert the camera lens 

into the body of the camera.

5. Rotate the camera lens clockwise until you hear a click.

6. Rotate the Lens Lock counterclockwise to lock it. 

7. Mount the Balancing Ring (or a filter) and the Lens Hood.

8. Insert the Micro SD card. 
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Filters must have a weigh 7 - 11 g, with those weighing 10 - 11 g performing the best.

Outside this range, the filter will decrease gimbal performance. DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 ASPH

supports filters have a size of 46mm. The Balancing Ring must be installed on the camera

lens when a filter is not used.

Be careful not to damage the Gimbal Connector and its metal contacts when attaching or storing 

the Zenmuse X5.

Attach the Zenmuse X5

Ensure to power off the aircraft.

1. Rotate the Gimbal Lock to the unlocked position. 

2. Align the key on the damping plate with the slot on the gimbal’s pan motor.

3. While aligning the white lines on the Gimbal Connector and Gimbal Lock, insert the Gimbal Connector.

4. Rotate the Gimbal Lock to the locked position.

2 4

Key

Slot

1 3
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Preparing Remote Controller

Tilt the Mobile Device Holder to the desired position then adjust the antenna as shown.

1. Press the button on the side of the Mobile Device Holder to release the clamp, adjust it to fit then attach 

your mobile device. 

2. Connect your mobile device to the remote controller with a USB cable. 

3. 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.

Attaching 1345T Quick-Release Propellers

Following the steps below to attach the 1345T Quick-Release propellers.

1. Pair the propellers and motors with arrows of the same color (red or white).

1 2 3

Propeller Lock

Rotate the propeller lock until 

the arrows are aligned and you 

hear a click.

Attach the propeller onto 

the motor.

Once again, rotate the propeller 

lock until you hear a click.
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Aircraft Diagram

[1]

[2]

[3]

[4]

[5]

[6]

[7]

[8]

[9]

[10 ]

[11 ]

[12 ]

[13 ]

GPS

Propeller (P20)

Motor

Front LED (P14)

Landing gear 

Gimbal and Camera (P37)

Intelligent Flight Battery (P20)

Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

Rear LED (P14)

Camera Micro-USB Port 

Camera Micro-SD Card Slot (P38)

Vision Positioning Sensors (P18)

Aircraft Status Indicator (P15)

Remote Controller Diagram

[1] Antennas (P31)

Relays aircraft control and video signal. 

[2] Mobile Device Holder

Mounting place for your mobile device. 

[3] Control Stick

Controls aircraft orientation.

[4] Return Home (RTH) Button (P15)

Press and hold the button to initiate Return to 

Home (RTH).

[5] Transformation Switch (P29)

Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lower 

the landing gear.

[1]

[2]

[4]

[5]

[6] [7]

[8]

[9]

[3]

[12]

[13]

[7]

[8]

[10] [11] [9]

[1]

[2]

[3]

[4]

[5] [6]
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[6] Battery Level LEDs

Displays the current battery level. 

[7] Status LED

Displays the power status. 

[11]

[12]

[16] [17] [18] [19]

[10]

[13]

[14]

[15]

[8] Power Button

Used to power on or power off the remote controller. 

[9] RTH LED 

Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status. 

[10] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

GO app. 

[11] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos.

[12] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If in burst mode, the 

set number of photos will be taken with one 

press.

[13] Flight Mode Switch

Used to switch between P, A and F mode.

[14] Video Recording Button

Press to start recording video. Press again to 

stop recording.

[15] Gimbal Dial

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

[16] Mini-HDMI Port

Connect an HD compatible monitor to this 

port to get a live HD video preview of what the 

camera sees.

[17] Micro-USB Port

For connecting the remote controller to your 

computer.

[18] CAN Bus Port

Reserved for future use. 

[19] USB Port

Connect to mobile device to access all of the 

DJI GO app controls and features. 

[20]

[21]

[22]

[23]

[20] GPS Module

Used to pinpoint the location of the remote 

controller.

[21] Back Left Button

Customizable button in DJI GO app.

[22] Power Port

Connect to a power source to charge the 

remote controller’s internal battery.

[23] Back Right Button

Customizable button in DJI GO app.
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Aircraft

This chapter describes the features of 

the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning 

System and the Intelligent Flight Battery.
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Flight Status Indicator 

The Inspire 1 Pro comes with the Front LED, Rear LED and Aircraft Status Indicator. The positions of these 

LEDs are shown in the figure below:

The Front and Rear LED show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LED displays solid red and the 

Rear LED displays solid green. 

Aircraft Status Indicator shows the system status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more 

information about the Aircraft Status Indicator: 

Aircraft

Flight Controller 

The Inspire 1 Pro’s flight controller is based on DJI flight controller with several enhancements such 

as new flight mode and new safe mode. Three safe modes are available: Failsafe, Return Home and 

Dynamic Home Point. These features ensure the safe return of your aircraft if the control signal is lost. A 

flight recorder stores crucial flight data for each flight. 

Flight Mode

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found in the section below: 

P mode (Positioning) : P mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of 

P mode, which will be automatically selected by the Inspire 1 Pro depending on GPS signal strength and 

Vision Positioning sensors:

P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. 

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision 

Positioning for hovering 

P-ATTI: Neither GPS or Vision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, 

so only altitude is controlled. 

A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft 

only uses its barometer to maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically 

return home if the Remote Controller signal is lost and if the Home Point has been recorded successfully. 

F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC in Appendix.

Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the “Flight 

Mode Switch” on P29 for more information. 

Front LED Rear LED

Aircraft Status Indicator
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Aircraft Status Indicator Description

Normal

 Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively Power on and self-check

 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)

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

Warning

 Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost

 Slow Red Flashing Low Battery Warning

 Fast Red Flashing Critical Low Battery Warning

 Red Flashing Alternatively IMU Error 

— Solid Red Critical Error 

 Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required

Return to Home (RTH)

The Return to Home (RTH) brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are three cases 

that will trigger RTH procedure; they are Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH and Failsafe RTH.

GPS Description

Home Point

The Home Point is the location at which your aircraft takes off when the 

GPS signal is strong. You can view the GPS signal strength through 

the GPS icon ( ). If you are using the Dynamic Home Point 

setting, the Home Point will be updated to your current position as you 

move around and when the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks green. 

Smart RTH

Using the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to “RTH button” on P30 for more information) or the 

RTH button in the DJI GO app when GPS is available to enables smart RTH. The aircraft return to the 

latest recorded Home Point, you may control the aircraft's orientation to avoid collision during the Smart 

RTH. Press the Smart RTH button once to start the process, press the Smart RTH button again to exit 

Smart RTH and regain the control.
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Battery Level 

Warning Remark Aircraft Status Indicator DJI GO 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 

will automatically go home 

and land after 10 seconds. 

Remote controller will 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 

warning

The aircraft 

must land 

immediately.

Aircraft status 

indicator blinks 

RED quickly.

The DJI GO app screen will 

flash red and aircraft starts to 

descend. Remote controller 

will sound an alarm.

The aircraft 

will begin to 

descend and land 

automatically.

Estimated 

remaining 

flight time

Estimated 

remaining flight 

based on current 

battery level.

N/A N/A N/A

Low Battery RTH 

The low battery level failsafe is triggered when 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 these warnings are shown. DJI GO app will advise user to return the aircraft to the Home Point 

when low battery warning is triggered. Aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is 

taken after 10 seconds countdown. User can cancel the RTH by pressing once on the RTH button. The 

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

distance from the Home Point. 

Aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft to land to the ground 

from the current altitude. User can use the remote controller to control the aircraft’s orientation during the 

landing process.

The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI GO app, and is described below

Battery level indicator

Critical Low battery level 

warning(Red)

Low battery 

level warning

Sufficient battery 

level(Green)

Remaining flight time

Power requires 

to return home
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Aircraft automatically descends and lands if RTH is triggered when the aircraft flies within a 20 

meter (65 feet) radius of the Home Point.

Aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore it is important to set an 

reasonable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI GO app and enter “Camera” 

view and select “MODE” to set the Failsafe altitude. 

Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to the Home Point if you move the throttle 

stick if the aircraft reaches 20 m altitudes or beyond during Failsafe. 

 When the critical battery level warning activates and the aircraft is descending to land 

automatically, you may push the throttle upward to hover the aircraft and navigate it to a more 

appropriate location for landing.

 Color zones and markers on the battery level indicator reflect estimated remaining flight time 

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

Failsafe RTH

Failsafe RTH is activated automatically if remote controller signal (including video relay signal) is lost for 

more than 3 seconds provided that Home Point has been successfully recorded and compass is working 

normally. Return home process may be interrupted and the operator can regain control over the aircraft if 

a remote controller signal is resumed.

Failsafe Illustration 

GPS

Dynamic Home Point

Dynamic home point is useful in situations when you are in 

motion and require a Home Point that is different from the 

takeoff point. GPS module is located at the position shown in 

the figure below:

Ensure the space above the GPS module is not 

obstructed when using Dynamic Home Point. 

 5 Go Home(20m can be set)

Fast Blinking Yellow

 1 Record Home Point (HP)

 Blinking Green

 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost

Fast Blinking Yellow

 2 Confirm Home Point

Blinking Green

 6 Landing after Hovering 15secs

Fast Blinking Yellow

 4 Signal Lost Lasts 3secs.

Fast Blinking Yellow

Height over HP>20m

Elevate to 20m

Height over HP<=20m

20m
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There are two options for Dynamic Home Point.

1. Set the aircraft current coordinate as the new Home Point. 

2. Set the remote controller’s coordinate as the new Home Point. 

Setting Up Dynamic Home Point

Follow the steps below to setup Dynamic Home Point:

1. Connect to the mobile device and launch the DJI GO app and go to the “Camera” page.

2. Tap“ ”and select“ ”, to reset the remote controller’s coordinates as the new Home Point.

3. Tap“ ”and select“ ”, to reset the aircraft’s coordinates as the new Home Point.

4. The aircraft status indicator blinks green to show Home Point is set successfully.

Vision Positioning System

DJI Vision Positioning is a positioning system that uses ultrasonic and image data to help the aircraft 

identify its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Inspire 1 Pro can hover in place 

more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where there is no GPS signal available. The main 

components of DJI Vision Positioning are located on the bottom of your Inspire 1 Pro, including [1]two 

sonar sensors and[2]one monocular camera. 

Using Vision Positioning 

Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Inspire 1 Pro is powered on. No manual action is 

required. Vision Positioning is typically used in the indoor environment where no GPS is available. By 

using the sensors on the Vision Positioning system, Inspire 1 Pro can perform precision hovering even 

when no GPS is available. 

[2]

[1]
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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning:

1. Toggle the switch to “P” as shown the figure to the right:

2. Place the Inspire 1 Pro on a flat surface. Notice that the Vision Positioning 

system cannot work properly on surfaces without pattern variations. 

3. Power on the Inspire 1 Pro. The aircraft status indicator will flash twice in green 

light, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the 

throttle up to lift off, and the Inspire 1 Pro will hover in place.

The performance of your Inspire 1 Pro’s Vision Positioning System is subject to the surface you are 

flying over. The ultrasonic waves may not be able to accurately measure the distance over sound 

absorbing materials, and the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The 

aircraft will switch from “P” mode to “A” mode automatically if both GPS and Vision Positioning 

System are not available. So operate the aircraft cautiously when in any of the following situations: 

Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green).

Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. 

Flying at high speeds (over 8m/s at 2 meters or over 4m/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 > 10,000) 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 deflect sound waves away from the aircraft.

In the event of loss of remote controller’s signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds and then 

auto-land if it is in “P” mode. 

Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness 

of the sensors.

The effective hovering altitudes of the aircraft is from 0 to 2.5 meters. 

Vision Positioning system may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water.

Vision Positioning system may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light 

conditions (less than 100lux).

Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is 

in operation. 

Vision Positioning system may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the 

ground (below 0.5 meters) in fast speed.

Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar 

sensor emits high frequency sound that is only audible to some animals.
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Intelligent Flight Battery Charger

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

Flight Battery" P23 for more information.

Flight Recorder 

Flight data is automatically stored in the internal storage device of the aircraft. User can gain access to 

these data through the DJI GO app. This includes flight duration, orientation, distance, aircraft status 

information, speed, and other parameters. 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers

Attaching the Propellers

Refer to "Attaching Propellers" on p10 for details.

Detaching the Propellers 

Release the propeller lock and remover the propeller.

Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight. 

Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use old, 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 flight experience. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4500mAh, voltage of 22.2V, and smart chargedischarge functionality. It can only be charged with an appropriate DJI approved charger.
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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions

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

2. Battery Life Display: LEDs display the current battery power cycle. 

3. Auto-discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% of total power when it 

is idle (press the power button to check battery level will cause battery to exit idle state) for more than 

10 days to prevent swelling. It takes around 2 days to discharge the battery to 65%.It is normal to feel 

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

set in the DJI GO app.

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

5. Over charge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 0 °C(32°F) and 

40°C (104°F). 

7. Over Current Protection: Battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 10A) is detected. 

8. Over Discharge Protection: Discharging automatically stops when the battery voltage reaches 18V to 

prevent over-discharge damage

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

10. Battery Cell Damages Protection: DJI GO app shows warning message when damaged battery cell 

is detected.

11. Battery Information History: Show the last 32 entries of battery information records that include warning 

messages and so on. 

12. Sleep Mode: Sleep mode is entered after 10 minutes of inactivity to save power. 

13. Communication: Battery voltage, capacity, current, and other relevant information is provided to the 

aircraft’s to the main controller.

Refer to Disclaimer and Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take full 

responsibility for all operations and usage.

Using the Battery 

Powering ON/OFF

Powering On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power on. The 

Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will display the current battery level. 

Powering Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power off.

Low Temperature Notice:

1. The performance of the intelligent Flight Battery is significantly reduced when flying in a low 

temperature environments (those with air temperatures below 5°C). Ensure that the battery is fully 

charged and the cell voltage is at 4.35 V before each flight. 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Power Button

(Built-in LED)
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2. Using the Intelligent Flight Battery in extremely low temperature environments (those with air 

temperatures below -10°C) is not recommended. When flying in environments with temperatures 

between 5°C and -10°C, the Intelligent Flight Battery should be able to achieve the appropriate voltage 

levels (above 4.2 V), but it is recommended that you apply the included insulation sticker to the battery 

in order to prevent a rapid drop in temperatures. 

3. If the DJI GO app displays the “Critical Low Battery Level Warning” when flying in low temperature 

environments, stop flying and land the aircraft immediately. You will still be able to control the aircraft’s 

movement when this warning is triggered. 

4. Store the Intelligent Flight Battery in a room temperature environment and ensure that its temperature 

exceeds 5°C before using it in the low temperature environment.

5. When using the Inspire 1 Pro in a low temperature environment, begin by allowing the aircraft to hover 

at a low altitude, for approximately one minute, to heat the battery. 

6. To ensure optimum performance, keep the Intelligent Flight Battery’s core temperature above 20°C 

when in use.

In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft to 

warm up for approximately 1-2 minutes before taking off.

Checking the battery level 

The Battery Level Indicators display how much remaining power the battery has. When the battery is 

powered off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current 

battery level. See below for details.

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

discharging. The indicators are defined below.

 : LED is on. : LED is flashing.

 : 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

The battery life indicates how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before 

it must be replaced. When the battery is powered off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds 
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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 DJI GO app and check the information under the 

battery tab.

Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery

1. Connect Battery Charger to a power source (100-240V 50/60Hz).

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 will display the current battery level during charging.

4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when Battery Level Indicators are all off. 

5. Air cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. 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 (model: 

A14-100P1A) at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat.

Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Inspire 1 Pro. Never insert 

or remove a battery when it is powered on.

Charger Intelligent Flight Battery 

Power Outlet

to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink as described below for 2 

seconds:
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Battery Level Indicators while Charging

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level

0%~25%

25%~50%

50%~75%

75%~100%

Fully Charged

Charging Protection LED Display

The table below shows 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 Over current detected

LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected

LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected

LED3 blinks three times per second Over-voltage charger detected

LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

(<0°C)

LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high 

(>40°C)

After any of the above mentioned protection issues are resolved, press the 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 the charger in the event of a room temperature 

error, the charger will resume charging when the temperature falls within the normal range. 

DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers.

How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery:

To effectively calibrate the battery capacity, it is recommended to charge and discharge the 

battery thoroughly for every 10 charge-and-discharge cycle. User should install the battery onto 

the aircraft and then power on the aircraft to initiate the discharge process, discharge the battery 

until the aircraft is powered off automatically. User should then fully charge the battery to ensure 

the battery is working at its optimal.

Slow: Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Inspire 1 Pro’s Battery Compartment and power 

it on. Leave it on until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer 

be turned on. Launch the DJI GO app to check battery level.

Rapid: Fly the Inspire 1 Pro outdoors until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery 

can no longer be turned on.
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Remote Controllers

This chapter describes the features 

of the remote controller that includes 

aircraft and remote controller operations 

and dual remote controller mode.