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August 21, 2015 

U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations 

West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE 

Washington, DC 20590 

SteinAir Inc. 

21170 Eaton Ave. Suite A 

Farmington, MN 55024 

651 460-6955 

Re: Exemption Request under Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal 

Aviation Regulations. 

Dear Sir or Madam, 

Pursuant to Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 and 14 C.F.R Part 

11, SteinAir Inc seeks an exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations detailed below, for the 

following described Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) 

A DJI Phantom 3 Professional Quadcopter that will be used for aerial photography and video for 

public and private use including but not limited to real estate, architecture, land surveying, 

inspections of private and commercial structures, public utilities, public events and when 

requested by local authorities to assist in emergencies. 

The DJI Phantom 3 Professional UAS has the following abilities and equipment: 

1. An on-board GPS navigation system allowing the quadcopter to return to a "home" position 

and automatically land when commanded. 

2. An on-board camera capable of still photos and video recording in full color. 

3. A portable ground control station that will provide the pilot in command (PIC) the ability to 

be in full control of the quadcopter at all times. 

4. A radio transmitter/controller and video feed from the quadcopter back to the PIC at the 

ground control station transmitting on a frequency of 2.483 GHz. 

5. Weight ofless than 5 lbs. 

6. Speeds not exceeding 30 mph 

7. Automatic low battery warning allowing ample time to safely return and land. 

8. Normal battery life of approximately 25 minutes. 

Please find attached a copy of the DJI Phantom 3 Professional user's manual detailing operation 

and specifications of our UAS. 

SteinAir Inc. respectfully seeks exemption from the following F ARs under Section 333 of the 

FAA Reform act of2012 and Part 11 ofthe Federal Aviation Regulations: 
14 CFR 21 subpart H 

14 CFR 45.23(b) 

14 CFR 61.23(a) and (c) 

14 CFR 61.101 (e)(4) and (5) 

14 CFR 61.113 (a) 

14 CFR 61.315(a) 

14 CFR 91.7 (a) 

14 CFR 91.9 (b)(2) 

14 CFR 91.103 

14 CFR 91.105 

14 CFR 91.109 

14 CFR 91.119(c) 

14 CFR 91.121 

14 CFR 91.151(a)(1) 

14 CFR 91.203 (a) and (b) 

14 CFR 91.405 (a) 

14 CFR 91.407(a)(l) 

14 CFR 91.409 (a)(1) and (2) 

14 CFR 91.417 (a) and (b) 

SteinAir will follow the safety guidelines ofF AA Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 "Operational 

Requirements for UAS" with the appropriate exceptions for flying a small UAS, and the 

following operational procedures: 

1. No flights will be made with a UAS over 55 lbs. 

2. The UAS will operated by a PIC holding a minimum of a Sport Pilots License with 

required medical certifications of the applicable rating. 

3. The UAS will always be operated in line of sight ofthe PIC. 

4. No flights over 400 feet AGL 

5. All flights will be restricted to day only in VFR conditions 

6. A pre-flight inspection will be completed before each flight by the PIC to ensure safe 

operation. 

7. All flights will be conducted in the US only. 

8. Any operations in close proximity of an airport will require an additional spotter and a 

requirement to immediately land if there is an aircraft in the vicinity of the airport and all 

operations will follow the statutory mandate under Section 333(b )(1 ). 

9. Any required special notifications would such as motion picture operations etc. would be 

done to the local FSDO office. 

SteinAir Inc is a current FAA Repair Station (CRS# V70R151B) and would like to expand our 

business to offer aerial photography and video. A large number of our employees hold FAA pilot 

ratings of Sport Pilot and higher and are already trained and sensitive to the safety requirements 

and regulations of full sized aircraft. This would allow us to operate the U AS with a great margin 

of safety. We would also provide a benefit to the public, not only in terms of offering a safe 

opportunity for aerial photography and video, but also offering assistance to local authorities in 

search and rescue and other emergencies as requested by local agencies. 
SteinAir Inc respectfully requests that the FAA grant the exceptions without delay. Please 

contact us if you need additional information of have any questions. 

Sincerely, 

Stein Bruch, President 

SteinAir Inc. 

21170 Eaton Ave. Suite A 

Farmington, MN 55024 

651 460-6955 

stein@steinair.com 
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Using this manual 

0 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 P[ofessional Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines anaD/sclaimer .. 

5. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battr:;ry Safety Guide.lnes 

We recommend that you watch ail tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer 

before you fly. Prepare for your first flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide and 

refer to the User Manual for more detailed informaiion. · 

Please watch theltutorial videos at the link below, which dermnstrfates ;',ovito usa-Phantom 3 Professional 

safely: 

http://www. d ji. com/product/pl-lantom-3/video . ·'' . 

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to download the iatest version. 

The Android version of the OJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. 

The iOS version of the OJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later. 

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Using this manual 

Legends 

Read Before the First Flight 

Video Tutorials 

Download the DJI Pilot app 

Product Profile 

Introduction 

Feature Highlights 

Preparing t~e Aircraft 

Airctfift Diagram . '');. , ~ 

Remote Controller DiAgram 

Aircraft 

Flight Controlle~ 

Flight Mode 

~, ~light Status lndicatm >' .· , 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

Smart RTH 

Low Battery RTH 

Failsafe RTH 

Vision Positioning System 

Flight R~corder 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

DJI Intelligent Flight BattAr~' 

Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Profile 

Using the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

Linking the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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Discovery 

Flight 

Flight Enviror.ment Requirements 

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

Preflight Checr<i~t 

Calibrating the Compass 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

Flight Test 

Starting/Stopping the MotorE~ 

Troubleshootin£; (rAQ) 

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Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

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The Phantom 3 Professional represents,the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is C?pable 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 while minimizing both .weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the 

Vision Positioning System allows the aircraft to hoveraccurately in place. 

Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 Professional, you're shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per 

second aGd capturing 12 megapixel phot:)sthat look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor 

gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and .better pictures than any previous flying camera. 

HD \t1deo Downlink: The lpw~latency lortg range HD downlink is powt?red by an enhanced, xe,rsion of OJI i. . j._ ' • 

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OJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh D. II Intelligent Flight Batter; features upgraded battery cells 

and an advanced power management system. 

Flight Controller: The next-generatiop flight coh~rP!ler has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable 

flight experience. A newly implerr\ente9 flightrecqr~~rstores;:;riticai data from each flight and the Vision 

Positioning System enhances hovering prc-ci~iori -A·hen flying· iridoors or in environments where GPS is 

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Removing Gimbal Clamp 

Remove the gimbal ciamp by sliding it to the right (when facing tl·,e nose of the aircraft), as shown belovv. 

Attaching the Propellers: 

Mo~~t· the pi'opeilers with black ddtson to motors with bl~ck axes and spincounter-dockwise to s~cLre. 

Mount the pro;:>ellers with Sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and soin clockwise to secute.''Bekure 

all propellers are securely in place. 

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& Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position. 

Preparing the Remote Controller: 

The mobile device holder is designed fo;· securir.g tab:et or mobile device. Tilt the mobile dBv·ce holder to 

the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outward. 

1. Press the but1:on on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the 

clamp to fit 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. 

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[1] GPS 

[2] Propeller 

[3] Motor 

[4] Front LED Indicator 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimba! and Camera 

[7] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

[8] Aircraft Status l(ldicator .• 'J • 

[9] lnteliigent Flight Battery 

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[12] Camera M!cr6·-fS6~ardSiot 

[14] Link Button · ; ; ,, jr•r:~- · 

[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 hold the button to 

initiate Return to Home (RTH). 
[5] Battery Level LEDs 

Displays the battery level of the remo~e 

controller. 

[6] Status LED 

Displays the remote controller's system status. 

[7] Power Button 

Used to turn the remote c~mt~oller on and off. 

[8] RTH LED 

Circular LED around the RTH button displays 

RTLI status. 

· [9] Camera Settings Di~l · · 

Turr. tne dial tc .a':.ljust camera settings . 

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cormected to a mobile device running the DJI 

Pilotapp.) 

l10} Playbaqk~ ?·~~()fl: .. ,_, _' · 

P!ay~ack ~he captured ill)ages or videos. · . \ '· . .... - . 

(Only fUhdksns\vhen the rerriote controller ,is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

Pilot app.) 

[11] Shutter Button 

Press to taka a photo. If burst mode is 

selected, the set number of photos will be 

taken with one press. 

[12] Flight Mode Switch 

Switch between P-mode, A-mode, and 

F-mode. 

[13] Vid~'} Recor.1ing Button 

Press to start recording video. Press again to 

stop recordiog. 

[17] C1 Button 

Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. 

[18] C2 Button 

Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. 

[19] Power Port 

Connect td the'DJI Phantom 3 Charger to 

charge the battery of the remote controller. 

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Use this dial to cb~t~ol the tilt of 'he gimbal. 

[15] Mircro-us~·Port 

Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the 

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[16] USB fort . . 

Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for 

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The Phantom 3 Professional's flight controller features several important upgrades, including a new flight 

mode. Safety modes include Failsafe and Return-to-Home. These features ensure the safe return of your 

aircraft if the control signa: i8 lost. The f~ight controller can also save cr:tical flight data from each flight 

to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability a:1d a new air 

braking feature. 

Three tlight modes are available. The details of each flighi mode are found oelow: 

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 Phantom 3 Professional depending on signal 

strength of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : ; · 

P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. J,he aircraft is using GPS for position:n~·· 

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GP9 signal strer.gth is not sufficient. The ;:;;e;raft is 

using only the Vision Positioning System for' positioning. 

P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is 9-vailc.!Jic. The c>.irr;raft is using only its barsmeter for 

positioning, so only altitude can be staoi!izec'. . . 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and v:s:or. Positioning Sy~rt?l;, are not used for staoilization. The aircraft only &;es 

it:: barometer. The ai• ~raft can st1H .a.utornat:ca:ly ·etJ;r~ : .. io (he ho~ne point if tb.e c::ntro! signsl is lost and 

the Hc:-ne ?oint was recorded sucte5sfully. . . ~" ··~ . 

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Use the Right 1.. ~ontroller mode switch to c:nangc tne flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight 

Mode Switch" on Page 26 for niore inform3tfon. 

The Phantom 3 Professional :1as Front L'=Os and Ai.-craft Status Indicators. ·~he positions c.: these LEOs 

are shown in the figure below: 

Aircraft Status Indicator 

FrCJr1t LED 

The Front LEOs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEOs glow solid red when the aircraft is 

turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the 

system status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status 

Indicators: 

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/R" G) ·Y· ······Red, Green and Yallow Flash 

Alternatively Turning On and Self Diq.gnostic Testing 

(tj/:~?· ·····-'Green and Yellow Flash. Alternatively_ · WarmingUp 1 .. 

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vithout GPS) 

::Y) · · · · · · Yellow Flashes Slowly 

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if:l> ... ·.·Slow Red Flashing 

;f:l: · · · · · · Fast Red Flashing 

rf:l. · ·. · . · Red Flashing Alternatively 

'p': -- Solid Red 

Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Visiori 

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Low Battery Warning 

Critical Battery Warning 

IMU Error 

Cr.itical Error 

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The Return-to-Home (RTH; function brings ·the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are 

three types of R:H procedures: st'nari" RTH,. Low Battery RTH, and Fa1lsafe RTH. This section describes 

these three scenarios in detail. 

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If a ::;trong GF'S signal was acquired before takeoff, the Hoi'le Point 

is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal 

strength is indicated by the GPS icon ( ~ •II·! ). The aircraft status 

' indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded. 

Use the RTH button on th~ remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on page 26 for more information) or 

tap the RTH button in the OJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to initiate Srnart RTH. The aircraft will then automatically return to the last recorded Horne Point You may use 

the remote controller's control stick~ to control the aircraft's P<?Sition 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. 
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The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the rJJI 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 OJI Pilot app will display a notice when 8. low battery warning is triggered. The 

aircraft will 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 burLon on the rsmote controller. The thresholds 

for these warnings are automatically determined based en the aircraft's current altitude and distance from 

tha Home Point. 

The Xlircraft will land automatically if the current oatte;y level can only supoort the aircraft ior,g eflough 

to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to ·alter the aircraft's 

orientation during thr. landing process. 

The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in th8 DJI ?;lot app, and is described below: 

Low battery 

level warning 

Critical Low 

battery level 

war,ning . 

Estimated 

·remaining 

flight time 

Cr:tical Low battery level 

vvarnin~.1(Rr~ct} 

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The battery 

power is low. 

Please land the 

aircraft. 

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must land 

immediately. 

Estimated 

remaining flight 

based on current 

battery level. 

Sutkent battery 

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indicator blinks 

RED slowly. 

Aircraft status 

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REO quickly. 

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ipbint and land~automaticariy. . back an'd land ' ·. 

or "Cancel" to resume normal . it as soon ·as 

flight If no action is taken, possible, then - . 

::- th~ aircraft will automatically stop tr~e motors 

go 'lome and land after 1 0 and replace the 

seconds. Remote controllf3r battery. , 

will sound an a!arm. 

The D.JI Pilot app display will 

Allow the aircraft to 

flash red and the aircraft will 

deseend and land 

start to descend. The remote 

cont;nller will sound an alarm. auto.matically. 

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:\;>: • When Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, 

you may push the throttle upward 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 flight 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 will 

be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Returnto-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote 

controller signal connection is re-estab:ished. 

• The aircraft cannqtavoid obstruction during th~ Failsafe RTH. therefore, it is important to set an ~ -- I ; . ., - ' . l . . -' \ . 

suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launah, ~he OJ I. Pilot app and ent~r "Camera" and 

select "MODE > Advanceo Settings > Failsafe mode:· to set the Failsafe altitude. 

e The aircraft will stop its ascent and return to the Home Point immediately if the throttle stick is 

moved ' during the Failsafe RTH procedure. 

The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasouna and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current 

posi':on: With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Professionai car·, hover in place more precisely 

and fly indoors o; 1n other envi~onments where a GPS signal is not avaiiable. The main components of the 

Vision Positioning System are located on the botto(T) of. your Phantom 3 Professional; they include [2] two 

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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 environments, where GPS 

is unavailable, Using the sensors that are built ·i~to the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 

Professional can hover precisely even' without GPS. 

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 

1. ":fcggletbe.fhghtm.ode--switcbtoP-mode. .l., <~ :~~;' 

2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot work 

preperly on surfaces without clear pattern variations. 

3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator wlll flash green two times, which indicates··the Vision 

Positioning system is ready. Gently push tile throttie up to lift off and the aircraft will hover in p1at;;e. ' ~ . ' I 

. . . ffi Tfle· performance ot your Vision Positioning Syster1 is 2.ffected oy Uii:J L'>ui 1aca over whicr1 it is 

flying, The ultrasonic sensors r:-iay not be able to ?lccurately measure distances wher. operatir,J 

above sound-absorbing materials. In addition. the camera may nc.t function correctly in 

suboptimal e~vironments. The aircraft will switch frofl1 P-mode to A-mode automaticallY' if neither 

GPS nor Vislbn Positioning System are availabl~·: (.)pen~te the aircraft \Vith great cautiOn In tHe 

following situations: 

• Fiying over mdnochrorne surfaces (e:g. pure bltlcf<,' pure white, pure red, pure gre~n). 

• Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. . . ; ' . .. . . ' . . 

• Flying at high 'speeds( over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). 

• Flying over w2ter 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> 100,00~) surfaces. 

• Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound lf'aves (e.g. thick carpet). 

• Flyirg ove• surfaces without clear patterns 'Jr ~"3xture. _ 

. • Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same desigp) .. 

• Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away 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 when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft if flying over water. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recogni::e pattern on the ground in low light 

conditions (less than 100 lux). 

• 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) at fast speeds .. 

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

sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals. 

Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. This includes flight 

telemetry, aircraft status information, and othe:r parameters. To access these data:, connect the 

aircraft to the PC through th.e Micro:..us~ port._"a~d launch the OJI Pilot app. 

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Use only DJI approved p'ropellers wfth your Phantom 3 Professional. The gr.ey and black nuts on 

the propeller indicate wher~:_-jtheV shou"ld be' ~tlached and'in wtiich directi6n'whey' should sp:n. To 

attach the propellers properly, match the nut color with the motor axis color. 

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s'l Lock : Twr.n the propeller~ in the indicated direction to mount and tighten. 'b., Unlock: Turn .the pmpeliers in the indicated direction to loosen and ·err~ove 

Attaching the Propellers 

1 . Be sure to remove the warning stickers frortrthe motors before attaching the propellers. 

·2, t,~ach ~he propelle:·s with silver dots onto the motor!? with silver a:,es and_ spin the propeUerJ clockwise 

~o secL•re 1hem ir plase. .. Attacr. the prcpelfers.with black dots onto the motors with black axes and ~pin 

the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand 

before flight. 
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& • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off. 

• Wear gloves when handling. propellers . 

• Hand tighten each of the propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached firmly. 

Detaching the Propellers 

Hold the motor in piace with one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlock direction. 

Lt. • 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 aged, chipped, 

or broken propellers . 

. • To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. 

1 •. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better c:~nd safer fli~Jht expe~ience.- · . · 

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ 

discharge functiona:ity. It should only be charged using an.appropriate charger that has been ~proved 

by DJI. 

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lntelii9ent Fght Battery 

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

'Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery' for more information. 

Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 1 OOW. 

DJIIntelligent Flight Battery Functions 

1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current bat~ery level. 

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

3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of 

total power when it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around two 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 when the battery is fully charged. 

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

40°C (104°F). 

7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when 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. 

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10. Bawry Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pi!ot app displays a warning message when a damaged 

battery cell is detected. 

11. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history ir tile 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 Pl?antom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Right Battery Safety Guidelines before 

use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. 

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Turning ON/OFF 

Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hoid for 2 seconds to tu.rn or:t The 

-~ , _ Power l_"ED wi1! turn ;-e<;l, and the i3~tiery lev.ellndicat<?rs will display t~~ current ba+:ary level. 

"Tutning Off: Pres$ tt"\ePO\Ve~ Button onc~..t!ler/;:lre.ss again and hold tor 2 seconds to h.JiTi off. The 

· - battery power .LED will.flash when.;.lovV~ring off the Phantom to allow automaticallv stopping • • ~ ' ' f " /' • ' ' • , • ~ • ' ., , ' ' I L ,j._ • • .~\ • ) • 

of a recording during ~he event recording wasn't stopped. 

Low Temperature Notice: 

1. Battery capacity is ·sigdficantly reduced when flying iri.low temperature ( < ooC} environments. 

2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature ( < -1 0°C} environments. 

Battery voltage should (E?ach the appropriare level when operating environment with temperatures 

between -10°C and soc. 

3. End the flight as soon as the OJI Pilot app displays the "Low Battery Level Warning" in low temperature 

environments. 

4. Keep the battery indoors to warm it before flying in low temperature environments. 

5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C. 

6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell's temperature is not within the operating 

range (0°C - 40°C ). 

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

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

Checking the Battery Level 

The Battery Level Indicators display how much power rema1ns. When the battery is turned off, press 

the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See 

below for details. 

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

discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

0 : LED is on. \U: LED is flashing. 

0 : LED ;s off. 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery level 

D D 0 D 67.5%~100% 

D 0 D :~ f'!:i%-87.5% 

D D D 0 62.5%~15% 

G 0 . ij ' 0 50%..-62.5% 

0 D 0 0 37.5%~50% 

0 ~ . 0 0 ~5%-37.5% 

0 0 0 0 12.5%~25% 

a 0 0 0 0%~12.5% 

0 0 0 0 ,:Q% 

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89-,tterY lif~·)efers to how· rn~hymore times the battery cari be dischct>g$'a and recharged before ;t .nust 

be r~pl~ckd .. Whe~ ,tht{batl8'~'is turned off, press arid''h6\o tile PoJJ'er Buttonfor 5secdnds to check the 

battery lit~: Th~ Battery Level Indicators willlightUr:d:ifid/dr'bl:i·hk t8r:iwh s~cdnt:Js, a~ shown below: ' '~ ' . ·-, ' ·-; 1:_;:~~·~~--- '.--.... , . urlt _;·- - -,,.. . ·.· 

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0 0 J 0 I: 90%~-iOO% 

0 0 0 u •.. . . 80%~90% 

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0 0 n 0 I 60%~70% 

0 0 0 0 50%-60% 

D ~ 0 0 40%~50% 

D 0 0 0 30%~40% 

a 0 0 0 20%~30% .. 

0 0 0 0 below20% 

& When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. 

E]3 For more ir:formation about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is 

listed under the battery tab. 

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Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 

1. Cormect the Battery Charger to a power source (100-240 V 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 Levellndicatur will display the current battery level as it is charging. 

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

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

before storing it for a,.n extended o~riod. . . . -----· _______ j_ __ ~----·---- ----------

& . •·.We -do not reoommend char,ging the· Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the 

standard charger at !the SC!me·tirne, otherwise the charger may overheat. .•.• 

1 ·" • · : ~ Always turn off, the1battery before ·inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional. 

Never insert or remove a battery when it is turned.on. 

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The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns. 

··· ~4ht:~ry.Levellndicators while Ghatging 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item 

0 n 0 0 LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected 

0 n 0 0 LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected 

0 0 n 0 LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected 

0 0 n 0 LED3 blinks three times per second Over-voltage charger detected 

0 0 0 :~ LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

0 0 0 n LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high 

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After these issues are resolved, press the Power 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 charg'er in tne event of a room temperature error; the charger will resume 

charging when the temperature is within tlie allowaole range. 

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Slow: Place the Intelligent Flignt Battery into the Phantom 3 Professional's Battery Compartment 

ar,d turn :t on: Leave it on unti1 there is less- th9.r, 8% o~- ;")ower :ef., 01" 'Jr. til the battery can no 

longer be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot appto.c~:eck battery lew~:~;., · 

9apid ; Fly the Phantom 3 Professional outdoors until the;-e is !es:> :nar e% of power left; or until 

the battery can no longer be turned on. 

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This section describes· the features. 

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The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that 

integrates the video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft 

remote control system operate at 2.4 ~Hz. The remote controller features a number of camera control 

functions, such as taking and previewing photos a'ld videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. 

The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeah!8 battery. The battery level is displayed via LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. 

EEJ • Compliance Version: The rerr.ote controller is CJmp!iant with both CE ard FCC regulations. 

• Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 cr Mc~e 2, or to a cJstom mode. 

• Mod& 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. 

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

Lh To prevent transmission interfemnce, do not qperate more than three aircraft!'; in, the same area. 

Turning the ,Remota Controller Cn line' OH 

The Phantom 3 Professional iemcte ccntrni!Er is powered by a 2S recf.frgeable battery that has a . 

capacity of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicatea via the Batte~ Love. 'J:Ds.on the f:Dnt panel. FoHow 

the steps be!ow to turn ori your remote contrcl:ar: 

1. When the_remnte controller is turned off, press the ~ OV.J9f' Buttoh o.1ce. Ti .9 Hatte.y Le ;ei L ~=ns ''Viii 

display the current battery level. 

2. Press and hold the Dower Button to turn on the remote ?Ont. oiler., ·. . 

3. The remote controller will beep when it 1s turned on. The Stc-.tus LED.•N!!;, :l;:':::jlf blink green, ;:.::!!eating 

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDs 'Nill glo·.v so:id g"een when linking 1s 

complete. 

4. Repaat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller. 

Charging the Remote Controller 

Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the figure on next page below 'for more 

details. 

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Controlling the Camera - .- . , 

Sh~ot videos/pictures, view recorded imag9'3, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera 

Settings !Jial, Piayback Button,;and Video-Recording Button on the remote controller. · 

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Turn the dial.to adjust 'camera settings such as 'ISO, shutter speed; and aperture without letting go of 

the remote cont~oller. Move the dial to left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback 

mode. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings. . . 

[2] Playback Button 

~Press to view images and viC:e6s that have al~ea.dy 15een captured. 

[3] .Shu~er Button 1 _ 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activQJ:ed, multiple photos will be taken with a single press. . . -

[4] Video Recoding Button 

Press once to start recordinJ video, then press again to stop recording. 

[5] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt df the gimbal. 

Controlling Aircraft 

This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The 

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ffi Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. 

Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the center position. 

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(Mode 2) 1 '~~Indicates> Nose Directior: · i Rema~ -•-•·-··--••-·••--•••••---- o•-oooooooo•-•••---••••--·-·--·-·------••••••••-' .. ''""----·~· --·--'"'"-~-•--<•O"M-M•--•••••••••••--•••••••·---'--•·•--·--· ...... ----oboOoooo-oo•-••-----...... -·-· 

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1 tvloving the !eft stick up &nc down changes the 

! airc::~aft's elevation. 

I PJs!"". the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

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Professional will hover in place. 

Th?more the stick ·is j)Jshed away from the center 

')OSition, the,faster the.Phantom 3 Ptofessione;1t will 

Ghange elevation. Always push the stick gently 

1 to prever:t sudden and unexpected elevation I . . . , . 

1 cha11ges. 

I Mov~g- th-;;~-~~~;~i~k-t~ the left--or right c~ntr~•s the1 rudder ana rotation of the aircraft. 

' P·'!:~~ih'e sick left to rotate the aircraft counterctockwi$6, pt.:sh the stiC1

'< right to rotate the aircraft 

q19E~~i~e.: If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3 

Ffrofessij:>nal will maintain. it3 :~urr .Jnt orientation. 

The mde the stick is pushed away from the center 

p~sition'! the faster the Phantom 3 Professional will ! . ·-

rotate. :. 

1 Moving~the right stick ur::. and down changes the 

' · I a·ircratf's forward and backwp.rd pitch.. . . . .. .._ . 

·~~li5~::iE:~~==- I Push the stick up to fly fo~ard· and dov,;n ·to fly: I ~abkward. Ph,ant~rn 3" ~rof~ssio·~al will hover in 

place if the stick is' centered. 

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~::::::::b==- _1 Moving the riq~! stigl.< _co~~r9,11e~ .. ~nd right changes 

E::;;~~=i.~=:::;;;3 ·1 the aircraft's left and dghf pitch. · · · 

~~ Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The 

. Phantom 3 Pro~essional will hover in place if the 

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dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point 

downwards. The camera will remain in its current 

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Flight Mode Switch 

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. 

You may choose between, P-mode, F-rnode and Amode. 

Position Rgur~i~~"s 

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P-mode 

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P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best wh~n t:Je GPS signal is strong. There are three different 

versions of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on 

GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning.~ensors:. · 

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

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but a SIJ!fici~nt GPS signal is not 3.vailable. Aircraft is using 

only Vision Positioning for position holding. 

P-A Til: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is usin9 only its baromet~rJor 

positioning, so IJnly altitude is maintained. 

· A-mo;:'1e ·(Attitude): ·G~is anrj Vfsirn; Positioni;g :SVF.tem ~re not used 1for stabilization. The aircraft: uses 

only its baromete;· to stabilize. -· ne aircraft can ::-~utomatica!!y return to the lbr: :e ?oint if rer'rlOte controfler 

signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

F-mode (Furioti-?n): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in tn8 Appendix. 

By default, the Right Mode Switch is lock§d toP-mode. To unlock other flig~:c modes, launch the DJI Pilot 

app, enter the "Camera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "~ltiple Flight Mode". 

RTH Button 

Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring aro~.:nd the RTH 

Button will blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The· aircraft will then rett.Jrn to the 

last recorded Horne Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of the 

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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 intc the cradle. Adjust 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. 

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, The ,tra11smis,sion signai,!)E;)t~een the airc"aft ~nf:.nhg_cemute cqn~roller,js roost~rE}Iiabie withir· tre r..n::·.;: .that 

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Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimaltransmission z:one. To achieve the best transmission 

performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft. 

The Status LED reflects the strength of the connection batween the remote controller and the aircraft. The 

RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of thR air~rAft. The table telow contains more information 

about these indicators. 

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The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft. 

The (~mote controller is connected to 'ihe aircraft. 

Remote controller error. 

YO downlink is disrupted. 

·Aircraft is returning home. 

S~ndi_nQ, Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. 

Return-to-Home procedu, a in progress. 

~ The Remote Status Indicator will blink red and sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low. 

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The remote controller is'linked to your aircraft before' deliVerY··· Linkiri~fis only reqliiied wheh using a haw 

remote co~!trolh~r for the t1rst time. ·FOllow ttiese stej:l~,do .i.lk a.' ,\fN.I r~mote controller: · . . 

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1. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch the DJI Piiot app. 

2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Enter "Camera" and tap on fit !1!11 and then t:J.p :unking nC" button as shown below. 

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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. 

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4. The remote controller is ready to link. The P'lemote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is 

emitted. 

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5. !,..ocate the Un~i.ng button on the side of the air.craft, ~,-~'lawn in the figure. bek)\1\'. Pres.s the link. buttpr . . ..... "· ··•l-1, . . '-" .. ·-· ..... ·' . __ ...... , ' . ... . . •· ., •· ... . . 

to start linking. The _Remote Co~tmil~r. StqttJs lf1di~ii!9.£,~~p ~ill.-;~isplay ;~;solid ~~reel! once1 the Ff-rnQ~e, 

controller is successfully linked to the aircraft . 

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.Lh. • The remote controller will un-link itself from an airc;aft if a new remote controller is linked to the 

same aircraft. 

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This section provides the· tec;hni·cal 

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The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps or 

4K at up to 30fps with the Phantom 3 Professional) and 12 megapixel stills. You may choose to record 

the video in either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and 

time-lapse mode. A live preview of what the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile 

device via the DJI Pilot app. 

Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SO card into the slot,_ as shown below, before 

turning on the Phantom 3 Professional. The Phantom 3 Professiona! comes with a 16 G8 Micrc-SD 

card and supports Micro-SO cards up to 64 GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card is recommended due to 

their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resoiL!tion video d,ate. 

/ 0 Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the Phantom 3 Professior.al when it i~ 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. 

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Camera Operation 

Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot rhe images or videos 

through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to "Controlling the 

Camera Page 24". -

Gimbal Profile 

The 3-axis gimbal provides a steady platform fer the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear, 

stable images and video. The gimbal can tilt the camera within a 120· range. 

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to cent, ol the tilt movement of the camera. 

Gimbal Operation Modes 

Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between 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: 

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The angle between gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains 

Follow Mode 

constant at all times. 

FPVMode The gimbal will synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a 

first-person perspective flying experience. 

~ • A gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) the aircraft is placed on uneven ground 

or the gimbal's motion is obstructed (2) the gimbal has been subjected to an excessive 

external force, such as a collision. Please take off from flat, 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 will recover full functionality after it dries. 
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Anti-Drop Kit 

The anti-drop kit helps keep the gimbal and camera connected to the aircraft. Two pins have been 

mounted prior to shipping. If new or: additional pins are requir€d, see the diagram below. Press Part 

CD through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part ® , then lock them together 

as shown@ . Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended . 

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This section introduces the four main 

functions of the OJI Pilot app. 

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The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifically 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, which are used for configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with 

others. It is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience. 

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The Camera page contains a iive.HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Professional's camera. fuu can also. 

configure various camera parameters from th3 Camera page. 

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[1] Flight Mode 

8: The text next to this icon indicates the current flight mode. 

Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Sett1ngs. These settings al!ow you to modify flight limits and 

set the gain values. 

[2] GPS Signal Strength . · ) 

11 1!1: This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adaquate GPS 

strength. 

[3] IOC Settings 

~ CL: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC 

settings menu and select the desired IOC setting. · · • 

... [4] System Status 

"~*~Ia : This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. 

[5] Battery Level Indicator 

____., ~""o : The battery level indieatqr provi~es a dynam,ic display of the battery level. The colored 

zones on the battery level indicator represent the pow~r levels needed to carry out different functions. 

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~" "111 : This icon shows the strength of remote controlier's signal. 

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[7] HD Video Link Signal Strength . . . . . . . . .. J • . , . . .. . . 1 • 

~".nil: This icon shews the strength of the HD.video oownlink connection between the aircraft and · · I · ~ ' ·. t ., · . ·• 

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[8] Battery Level 

ft l000fo: This icon shows the current battery level. j· . :1' . ,; 

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 flight parameters, 

reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight 

route display. 

[1 0] Camera_ Operation Bar 

Shutter anci Recording Settings 

1!0 :Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution of 

the videos, image size and so on. 

Shutter 

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• : Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the 

Video Recording Button on the remote cont"oiler, which has !he same functionality. 

Playback 

[EJ : Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos anj videos as soon 2s !hEN are 

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Camera Settings 

::.~:;:::Tap -·- to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values of the camera. 

[11J Vision Positioning 

~ : This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. 

[12] Flight Telemetry 

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The Vision Positioning Status icon is higi1righted wher1 the Vision Positior;ing Is in operati6ri. 

Flight attitude is indicated by the flignt attitude icon. 

(•) The red arrow shows which directio;l the aircraft is facing. 

(2) Ugt1t Blue ahd dark blue l:ireas ir.dicatepitct+: ·-- J- ·- · 1 ·r ' · 

(3) The angle of t.he boundary ~etween the light blue and: dark blue areas indicates ~he rrJII ariQ!e. 

[13] Map 

Display the flight path of the current flight. Tap to switth from the Camera GUI to the Map GL.Ji. 

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[14] Return to Home (RTH) 

cfi> : Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point. 

[15] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

..tJ±: Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing. 

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[16] Uvestream 

~: Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on You Tube. 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 specified number of 

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately. 

Tap "Store" to visit the official DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily 

buy new products. 

Sync pictures and. viaeos to your mobile d9vice, view flight logs, and ch~ck your QJI account status in 

"Discovery". Use your registel'ed C'J! account t:::> login to "Discovery". 
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Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the OJI Pilot 

app to hone your flight sl<ills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open 

area. 

1. Do net use the aircraft in severe Weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s , 

snow, rai'l and fog. 

2. Only fly in open areas. Tail structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 

3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies of water. 

4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with hig_h levels of electromagnetism, including base stations 

and'radio transmission towers. 

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

temperature.Be very C?feful when flying at altitudes· gieater than· 19, 685 feet (6000. meters) above sea 

level, as the pertor~ance of the battery and aircraft may be affected. . , 

6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within the polar areas. 

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AIFunrnahne'd ae'rial vehleie (U?Wt ~perators £tioCJid ·a~ide by' all regulatiors set' forth by ~,cvemment aqd 

regul~tb&-~9ende~ incloCii'n9 the id"A6 and i_lie FAA~ Fof!safetyreasons: flights are limited by d(ifault, 

which helps_ users opera~tljis product safely and lega!ly. Flight limitations include height limit:i, distance .··. · ·' ,., tl,,.~,-+ : ,-·, 1 .-; 1 _. -'.·· · 1 • ~ • .• , :: • ,._._: 1·• ·•,•'r "! _, •• ·: • • 1' -~. limlts;·and NO-Fly Zol'!'es.· · · · ._.... · · . · . · · · 

Wilen _Op!=lrating in P-mocj~ •. height limits, distanGe limits, (:!nd No-F:y Zones function concurrently to 

manage flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft 

altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m). 

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Maximum f1Jgbt.altituq$,&~adius L~mits 

Maximum flight altitude ana radius limits may,be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the 

maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, y:::>ur 

Phantom 3 Professional will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below: 

·· Maximum Flight Al!iiude - Max Radius 

Horne Point 

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GPS Signal Strong ······Blinking Green 

Flight Limits DJI Pilot app Aircraft Status Indicator 

Maximum Flight 

Altitude 

Aircraft's altitude cannot 

exceed the specified value. 

Warning: Height 

limit reached. 

Max Radius 

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Flight · .:!· 

Altitude 

Max Radius 

Fli_ght dista,nce must be within 

the maX radius. 

Warning: Distance 

limit reached. 

Flight Limits 

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Rapid red flashing 

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max radius limit. 

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r~on8. 

. • If you .jJy out of the lirnit, you can sti!l,cont:ol ,th~ Phantom 3. but canQo,tfly it any father. If th~ , . ' . . ... , '. . . . .. ·.. . .. .. . , . . I 

!/:. , Phantom 3 flies out of the max radiu•s. ifl H2adY, to Fly (nor-GPS) .mode, it will. fly back ·vvithin 

ranqe ,automatically. '· ·' , . . · · . . ' . ·. . . . · · · 

.)f th~ Phantom 3 flies out of the\max ·nidi us in 'Ready to Fly (norl'-GPS) mode, it wi1l t1y t1ack 

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No-Fly Zones 

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

divided into Airports and Restricted /\reas. Airports include major airports and flying fieids where mc.r.necl 

aircraft operate at low altitudes. Res~ricted Areas include bolder lines between countries 'Jr sensitive 

'nstitute. The details of the Nc-Fiy Zones are explained as.follow. 

Airport 

(1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised of Take-off Restr!sted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each 

zone features circles of various sizes. 

(2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size c.nd shape of the airport) around the airport is a Takeoff restricted zone, inside of which take off is prevented. 

(3) From R1 mile to R1 + 1 mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. 

Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is 

limited to 1640 feet (500 meters) at R1 + 1 mile 

(4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-Fly Zones, a warning message will appear 

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No-fly zone Restricted-aHitude flight zone Warning zone 

(1) Restricted Areas does not ha~e flight aJt.itUfhF restrictions. ·I 

(2) R miles around the ,des!gr.ated .restriction ;;trea is a Tat<e-off'Restricted area. Aircraft ca11not take off 

within this zone, The va!u ~ cf R varies ':>asi?~ on the definition of the restricted areas. 

(3) A "warning zon~" has t;;eef' s8ta;oljrd t!18_ Restricted Area. when 'the aircraft ·approaches within 0.6 

miles (1 km) of this zone, a warning :nessag!" will appear on the OJI Pilot app. 

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Warning: You are in a No-fly 

nne. Take off prohib~ted. 

v\'Hrnh1g: You are ir. a no-fly .zone. 

Autom/atic landing has begun. 

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R1: Warning: You are in a 

If the aircraft enters the restricted restricted zone. Descending to 

safe altitude. 

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R[: Warning: 'r t.:Ju are in a I 

'restricted-tone; MaxtrfiJm flight j · ·· · 

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to P-mode. it will descend to an 

! _appropl'i~te, altitL•de a'ld hrJVer .. 

1 S feet below th-3 altitude I imit. ·j 1; 20m anti 600m. fiy.Jautrcusiy. 

f-W~ar-n-tn_g_z_o_n_8--l-N-o_f_l•g-h'--t-r-e.i·i0n ap~~~~~:Lrt I ~a~:~~ou ~:approaching a 

there will be a warning. ·I ;es~ric-ced zone, Fly ca,Jt'ously. 

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No restrictions. 'None. l'lor.e. 

EJ3 Semi--automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command 

during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after lanc!ing. 

&, ' When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and contir.ue 

for 3 seconds, then switci1 to indicate current flying status and cortinue for 5 seconds at which 

point it will switch back to blinking red. 

• For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, hig:1ways, railway stc.tions, railway l:nes, 

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1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 

2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 

3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 

4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 

5. Motors can start and are functioning normaly. 

6. The OJI Pilot app is successfully connected tothe aircraft. 

IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in everl new flight location. The compass is very sensitive 

to electromagnetic interference, which can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight 

performance or flight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance. 

0 • Do not calibrate your compass w.1ere there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference. 

Sources of potential interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean 

metal structures 

.. Do not carry ferromagnetic 1i1aterials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular 

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• Do riot calibrate ill direct proxiniity to large rnetai objects. x..:.·~-- ... \...._.r .• DO NOT calibr3te indoms. 

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Choose an oper. area to carry out the following procedures. 

1. Ensure that the compass is calib• eted. !f you Jid !'10t calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight 

preparations, or if you nave moved to a new locatim since the last calibratbn, tap· the Aircraft Status 

Bar in the app anc seizct "Ca!ibrtrte", -then fo!!ow the on-screen instructions. 

2. Hold the aircraft horizon~ally and rot~te 360 rj("' "'rees. The Aircraft Status.lndicators will display a solid 

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

axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator glows solid red. 

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aircraft to a different location a[ld try again. -~ _2, ., ,.~r , sll3''>i:: $> ~ ,· ;.-: , . . 

:\): Calibrate-the compa-ss before- each flighf Launell the:DJI-Pilof app--aria follow the on-screen 

instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass rc;_:-iuv~::t.li ~~e~)'&,(.L.~ch, 

as a metalbridge, cars, scaffolding. _________________ _.;.:c''-"'1_.·_.~~-J'::..~;:"" .j ljnt~ .. ;in --,\U,_"":-·; .. :···~ ...... c.-:.,····· 

· When to RecaUbr$~ .) : '. 

1.When compass data is abnormal and the AircraftStarcis·lridicatoil is blinl<lng ·~\'eeh and .yelloW> -,i · 

2.Whan flying in a ne"" location 'Or in a-location: ihafis dtffer'enf from the•most..re€ent flight. 

3.When the mechanical or physical strusture of the Phantom 3 Professional has been chan~ed. 

4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does not fly in straight li:1e. 

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" p3.ge. 

2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 

4. Tap"..!,", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the icon to confirm and takeoff. 

5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground. 

&, Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when it is using the Vision Position Systerr. fm stabilization. 

The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is 

sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature. 
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Auto-Landing 

Use auto-landing only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the 

auto-landing feature: 

1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

2. Check the landing area condition before tapping "..i", to begin landing. Then follow the yn-screen 

instructions. 

Starting the Motors < iA Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to tile bottom 

inner or outer corners to start the motors: Once the motors have started spinning, reiease both •sticks 

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There are two methods to stop the motors. 

Method 1 : When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle dowl1(j), then conduct the same 

CSC that was used to start the motors, as described ab:JVe®. Motors Will stop immediately. Release both 

sticks o-,ce motors stop. 

Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, pusb and hole the throttle down. The motors will stop after three 

seconds. 

Method 1 Method 2 

& Do not perform a CSC when the aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors will suddently stop. 

Takeoff/Landing Procedures 

1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the battery level indicators facing towards you. 

2. Turn on the remote controller and your mobile device, then turn on 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 fly. If they flash 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 to descend. 

8. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 

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& • When the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe 

mode. 

• A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or 

rapidly during flight. 

• Watch our video tutonals for more flight information.' 

Video Suggestions and Tips 

1. Go through the full p!"e-flight checklist before each i:ight. 

2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI Pilot app. 

3. 0:-cly sh')Ot video when flying in P-mc-:lo. 

4 Always f!y in good weather and avoid flying in rain or heavy wind. · 

5. Choose the camera setti11gs that suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compen®tipr. : 

6. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and preview scenes .. ' . ·.··. . .. I .· . .. 

7. Push the control sticks gently to keep the aircraft's moven1ert smooth an'd s_tatiis' 

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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 w:th 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 attacl'led. Attempting to remove, replace, or 

modify the camera may damage the product and will void yol'~ warranty. 

Can I charge my Remote Controller and intelligent Flight Battery at the same time? 

While the Remote Controller charger and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated into one 

unit for your convenience, it is recommended that you only charge one item at a time. We recommend that 

you never charge both items using the same charger at tne same time. 

What are the buttons on the back of fcli Remote ~ontroller for·. · 

Tho two buttons on the back of the Remote C::ntroil.er. caa beG JstomizeG an~j assigned to function as you 

choose through the DJI Pilot app. Refer to the manual for more information. 

How far c~n I i'ly my Phantom ~? 

The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions, but ti1e Phanmm 3 

series can reach distances of up to 1.2 rr·ites (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 CJi 

Inspire. 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 only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later or Android v4.1.2 or later. 

The following devices are recommended: 

iOS: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi 

+ Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellu!ar, 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 85, 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. 

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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 def3ult, the Remote Controller is set to ModEl 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 'ch'anged· to Mode 1 or set'to a ·C'u'Mornized configuratibhin the DJI Pilot app. This is only 

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Can I use a Phantom 2 Remot~''Controllerwith the Phantom 3? 

No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller 

operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantoiil '3. Rernote·c.:mlr'OIIefoper~s al 2.4 G:-~.' ·a1, 

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Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flig.ht Battery with the Phantom 3? 

No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly design~d Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has 

a 4 cell battery wifh a caf)aGity'bf 44Bd triAl: ~hd a'~1la:ge·~f~1'5·.tV.'', i ~· ·· ·' '· •· · 

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My Phantom 3 does not turn off rigtifawa!; i.S ·aomethin~ wrcng?\.: · · '. 'j t I ·i·• ... ~ 

This is normal. After you attempt to power off ~he lr:,telligent clight Battery, it may remain 011 f.or a few 

seconds as ar.y video ti&fa·:s·:sewecf.o· thei'i'v~ith00eart1! 1·(,is ilelps prevent ysur data ,'rom l:le.tng los\: or 

corrupted. 

Do 1 have to buy the Remote coritrolierseparatily?". -. ·· •. ••''t.' ~· • .. , .• ~ I~ :.> ... --~·') ' • ~~ 

r,Jo, there is· no n'eed to buy a separate Remote CGntroller. Your Phantom 3 cernes with a Remote Controller 

tha:t is alroady linked to the aircraft. 

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No. The mduded Remote Controller can be used to control both the aircraft and the gimbal tilt at the same 

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What does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Ci:Jntroller do? 

This switch, cal fed the Flight Mode Switch, allows ybifto 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, ac~ivates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC 

section in the Appendix of the User Manual. 

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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 Micro-SO card from the camera. If .i~ ·has been removed, place it back ir! the camera, 

Tum the Phantom 2 on and wait ap;JrOJ<imately 30 sec~ds as the video file is restored. 

Ho~ can I ensure that my pictures and videos .will b~ synchronized t~ my lOS album? 

You may need to adjust the settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings m~nu, se!er::t the Privacy 

tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the DJI Pilot app icon. lf the Pilot app has not 

been granted access to your albums, the photos ar;d videos r;annot ~ svn~hronized. 

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 batte'l"/, ~;t.ot:ler5'• _e~ren though P h~.vo n_'!V:91:' used it~ . ·t 

Every battery is tested prior to being packaged and shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new 

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No, it cannot. 

How to szfely operate the aircraft when encounterira~. C.O_'Ttpass_er.ror'i'::; .· .,.-, :~'' •. 

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A compasc; error may occur when the.aircrc:tft i-s,flyipg dose to strong electric magnetic source~ (e.g. 

power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error 

occurs and the DJI Pilot app will display one of the following messages: 

• Compass error, calibration required 

This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings: It is recommended 

to power off the aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different !oc.ation and then resume the flight. 

• Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode 

This warning message indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring t'le aircraft to a higher altitude 

to gain enough GPS satellite locks when thiswarning message is prorr.pted. The f'igN:.<;:ontrqller w'll 

automatically adjust the orientation of the aircraft in the midair to rni~igat~ the drifts. The aircraft-will switch 

back to P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed. 

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Weight (Battery & 

Propellers lnc!uded) 

Max.AscentSpeed 

Max.DescentSpeed 

Max. Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max. Flight Time 

Operating Temperature 

(SPSMode 

Controllable Range 

\4~.~ 

Velocity Range 

Altitude Range 

Operating Range 

Operating Environment 

f~~~Je.~~~~t:•: .. . 

1280 g 

5 m/s 

3 m/s 

16 m/s (A Til mode, no wind) 

6000m 

Approximately 23 mif1Lttes 

ooc to 40°C 

GPS/GLONASS 

Pitch: - 90°. to + 30° 

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

30 cm-300cm 

30 cm-300cm 

Brightiy lit (lux > l5) par.emed surfac~s · 

Sensor Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" Eff3c:ive pixels:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.7b M) 

Lens FOV 94° 20mm(35mm fo1rnat equivalent) f/2.8 

ISO Range 1ci0-3200(vi<;feo) 1Q(}-1600(photo) 

Electronic Shutter Speed 8s -1/8000s 

Image Max. Size 4000 x 3000 

Single shot 

Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames 

Still Photography Modes Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 

Bracketed frames at o. 7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

·· MicroSD Suppott~GI Sp Card Types 

Video Recording Modes 

Max. Bitrate Of Video 

StCirage ·. 

Supported File Formats 

Max. cap~clty: 64 GS. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required 

UHD: 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 

FHD: 1920x1 080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

60 Mbps 

FAT32/exFAT 

Photo: JPEG, DNG 

Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 
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2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

Remote Controller 

Operating Frequency 

Transmitting Distance 

Video Output- Port 

2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 

USB 

Operating Temperature Range 

Battery · 

Mobile Device Holder 

Transmitter Power(EIRP) 

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Working Vol~ag~ "- , . I ~ I _it • 

Charger 

Voltage 

Rated Power 

0°C- 40°C 

6000 mAh UPo 28 

Tablets and smartphones 

FCC: 20 dbG'i; CE:16 dbm 

i.2 A@7.4 V 

17.4 v 

100W 

lbt~ui~eni FngijHijattery ( Pifi3-4480 mAij~~,5,·2:y J : 

Capacity 4480.mAh 

Voltage 15.2 V 

BaHery Type 

Energy 

NetWeight ,:;r :_ · - ,,,.c, , .. : · -~ 

Operating T emperatur~/· 

LiPo 48 

.. 68Wh 

365 g 

-10°C- 40°C 

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Normal 

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:8,/(3, y; ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively Turning on and Self-Diagnostics 

:,&;fy\ ...... Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Aircraft Warming Up 

y:· 

.(@> • · · · • • Green Flashes Slowly 

'G/X2 ······Green Flashes Twice 

· .... ·Yellow Flashes Slowly 

Sate to Ry (P-mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) 

Sate to Ry (P-mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) 

Sate to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) 

W~rnj!'lg 

...... Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost 

'8; · ·····Slow Red Flashing Low Battery Warning 

······Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning 

:C.f:{ • • • • • • Red Flashing Alternativeiy IMU Error 

:B) -Solid Red Critical Error 

· · • ···Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

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IOC allows users to lock the control orientation of the aircraft in different modes. There are three working 

modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app IOC only works when the aircraft is in F-mode, 

therefore the user must toggle the flight mode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table celow: 

The nose direction, at the time that CL is set, will remain the forward direction 

Course Lock (CL) regardless of how the orien~tion amd ,position of the aircraft chaoges. This Will 

remain fixeo until you reset it or exitCL rnode. ,·~~ '<- ,: :--

Home Lock (HL)* 

Point of Interest (POl)* 

Record a Home Point (1-::lP), .~P enter HL mode. The forward and backward 

controls will move the aircrqft ,farther from and closer to the estab:ished Home 

Pont, regardless of how the orientation and pos!tion a: the aircraft changes. ~·. i·· . ,~.; ~'' 

i~?~tof lntel!~t. Record a point oflnrerest (POl). The aircraft can theu1'tlt'Cie 

·· 'nd the ~ .~nd the n~·WiU always·points toward the P0.J. ,,, " ,v '•'"'. • -"-""'" ·~ •. ., ., .;...__ • 

:'¢: *Home : . .Dck and Point of Interest feature are coming soon,. · . . , :. . ' ·-, ~ ;· ': ·~ ·. 

IOC Requireme;1ts 

IOC is only available under the following conditions: 

~~·tee !~ .;;,+;'~~-1~ .. :' ::~~~. ~!~ooutitt. 

Course Lock -No None 

Horne lock 

POl 

Using IOC 

Yes 

Yes 

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:~,ircraft· t 2:101n · :.., Heme ?oint 

Aiicraft ~ sm-soom > ?oint of interest --- .. ' 

1 oggle the Flight Mode Switch F-mode and follow the instructions prompted on the .OJt Pilot app to select 

the desired IOC moC:e. · · ·· · 

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FCC Compliance 

This·device complies With part 15 ot the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the f0llowing two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harrmul interference, and 

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including: int~rference that may cause undesired 

operation. 

Char.ges or modifications horexpressly appro~dbythe party responsiblefor compltance could void the 

user's authority to operate the equipment. 

Compliance Information 

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FCC Warning Message 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user's authority to operate the equipment. ,3!::· '(;>~· • p · . • · -. · , 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 5ubjectto the.following tyvo cond;tions: . . . ·- . ' 

.(1) This d~vi~e may ~ot.Cf!il!Sf!: t:arrn~~l i~teJ!er~c~~~ll~ (2)A)liS.~~X!C~ rn~~t..acc~p~ ar.~::interference 

received, including interfereflce that may cause undesired operation. , f:t~.. .• -' ';:; ·-· v; : · , .i. · ;-, 

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This equipment complies with FCC radiation exppstif§:tttr)~ .s.!:?t:forl)tl;(Of;'"af\ uncontrpllc1'l envirol)ment. 

This equipment should be installed and •)perated withminimum distg,nce 20crn betweefl 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in 

a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 

which 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 equip:11ent and receiver. 

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radionY technician for help. 

IC RSS warning 

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

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any 

interference, including interference that f"Ylay cause undesired operation of the device. 

Le present areil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. 

L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes: 

(1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et 

(2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est 

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IC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

This equipme'lt complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an u:lcontrolled enviro~ment. 

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction ·~;·ith any other antenna or transmiti:er. 

This equipmert shG'Jid ba installed and operated with minimum distan~e 20~m between t'le radiator& 

your body. 

Any Cilan:;,Jes or mcdifications not expressly apiJrcwKJ iJy the party responsible. for complia:1ce cocld 

void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

KCC Warning Message 

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