## July, 29 2015

U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Management System 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Washington, DC 20590 . ,l; .: ;_.



## Re: Exemption Request Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations from 14 C.F.R. 45.23(b);14 CFR Part 21;14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b); 91.7 (a);91.9 (b) (2);91.103(b); 91.109;91.119; 91.121; 91.151(a);91.203(a) 

## & (b);91.405 (a); 91.407(a) (1); 91.409 (a) (2);91.417 (a) 

## & (b). Dear Sir or Madam: Pursuant to Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (the Reform Act) and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, CAVU Media LLC, operator of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems ("sUASs") equipped to offer on-demand commercial UAS operations for a host of industries and applications. These include:

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## Flare stack inspection,

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## Utility-power generation system inspections and patrolling,

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## Pipeline inspection and patrolling,

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## Filmmaking, cinematography, and videography,

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## Precisionagriculture,

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## Wildlife and forestry monitoring,

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## Aerial surveying,

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## Construction site inspection and monitoring, and

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## Public Entity Support Operations. CAVU Media hereby applies for an exemption from the listed Federal Aviation Regulations ("FARs") to allow commercial operation of its sUASs, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined herein or as may be established by the FAA as required by Section 333 As described more fully below, the requested exemption would permit the operation of small, unmanned and relatively inexpensive sUAS under controlled conditions in airspace that is 1) limited 2) predetermined 3) controlled as to access and 4) would provide safety enhancements to the already safe operations using conventional aircraft. Approval ofthis exemption would thereby enhance safety and fulfill the Secretary of Transportation's (the FAA Administrator's) responsibilities to "

...establish requirement

## for the safe operation ofsuch aircraft systems in the national airspace system." Section 333(c) ofthe Reform Act.

The name and address ofthe applicant is: CAVU Media LLC Attn: lan Cotita 1228 Baronne St. #B NewOreans, LA70113 Ph:504-444-8317 Email: ian@cavumediagroup.com Regulations from which the exemption is requested: 14 CFR Part 21 14 C.F.R. 45.23(b) 14 CFR 61.113 (a) 

## & (b) 14 C.F.R. 91.7 (a) 14 CFR 91.9 (b) (2) 14 C.F.R. 91.103 14 C.F.R. 91.109 14 C.F. R. 91.119 14 C.F.R. 91.121 14 CFR 91.151 (a) 14 CFR 91.203 (a) 

## & (b) 14 CFR 91.405 (a) 14 CFR 407 (a) (1) 14 CFR 409 (a) (2) 14 CFR 417 (a) 

## & (b) This exemption application is expressly submitted to fulfill Congress' goal in passing Section 333(a) through (c) ofthe Reform Act. This law directs the Secretary of Transportation to consider whether certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system (NAS) before completion ofthe rulemaking required under Section 332 ofthe Reform Act. In making this determination, the Secretary is required to determine which types of UASs do not create a hazard to users ofthe NAS orthe public or pose a threat to national security in light ofthe following:

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## The UAS's size, weight, speed, and operational capability;

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## Operation ofthe UAS in close proximity to airports and populated areas; and

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## Operation ofthe UAS within visual line of sight ofthe operator. Reform Act § 333 (a). Lastly, ifthe Secretary determines that such vehicles "may operate safely in the national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft in the national airspace system." /d. §333(c) (emphasis added) Applicant interprets this provision to place the duty on the Administrator to not only process applications for exemptions under section 333, but for the Administrator to craft conditions for the safe operation ofthe UAS, if it should be determined that the conditions set forth herein do not fulfill the statutory requirements for approval. The Federal Aviation Act expressly grants the FAA the authority to issue exemptions. This statutory authority by its terms includes exempting civil aircraft, as the term is defined under §40101 ofthe Act that includes sUASs, from the requirement that all civil aircraft must have a current airworthiness certificate.

## The Administrator may grant an exemption from a requirement of a regulation prescribed undersubsection (a) or (b) ofthis section or any sections 44702-44716 ofthis title ifthe Administrator finds the exemption in the public interest. 49 U.S.C. §44701(f) See also 49 USC §44711 (a); 49 USC §44704; 14 CFR §91.203 (a) (1 ). CAVU Media's sUASs are rotorcraft, weighting 55 or fewer lbs. including payload. They operate, under normal conditions at a speed of no more than 50 knots and have the capability to hover, and move in the vertical and horizontal plane simultaneously. They will operate only in line of sight and will operate only within a sterile area. Such operations will insure that the sUAS will "not create a hazard to users ofthe national airspace system or the public." Reform Act Section 333 (b). Given the small size ofthe sUASs involved and the restricted sterile environment within which they will operate, the applicant falls squarely within that zone of safety (an equivalent level of safety) in which Congress envisioned that the FAA must, by exemption, allow commercial operations of UASs to commence immediately. Also due to the size ofthe UASs and the restricted areas in which the relevant sUASs will operate, approval of the application presents no national security issue. Given the clear direction in Section 333 of the Reform Act, the authority contained in the Federal Aviation Act, as amended; the strong equivalent level of safety surrounding the proposed operations, and the significant public benefit, including enhanced safety, reduction in environmental impacts, including reduced emissions associated with allowing UASs, the grant ofthe requested exemptions is in the public interest. Accordingly, the applicant respectfully requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption without delay. AIRCRAFT AND EQUIVALENT LEVEL OF SAFETY The applicant proposes that the exemption requested herein apply to civil aircraft that have the characteristics and that operate with the limitations listed herein. These limitations provide for at least an equivalent or even higher level of safety to operations under the current regulatory structure because the proposed operations represent a safety enhancement to the already safe operations conducted with conventional aircraft. These limitations and conditions to which CAVU Media agrees to be bound when conducting commercial operations under an FAA issued exemption include: 1. The sUAS will weigh less than 55 lbs. 2. Flights will be operated within line of sight of a pilot and/or observer. 3. Maximum total flight time for each operational flight will be 30 minutes. Flights will be terminated at 25% battery power reserve should that occur prior to the 30 minute limit. 4. Flights will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet AGL or, not more than 200 feet above an elevated platform from which filming is planned. 5. Minimum crew for each operation will consist ofthe sUAS Pilot, the Visual Observer, and/or the Camera Operator. 6. sUAS pilot will be an FAA licensed airman with at least a private pilot's certificate. 7. sUAS Pilot will be Pilot in Command (PIC). Ifa pilot certificate holder other than the sUAS Pilot, who possess the necessary PIC qualifications, is also present (i.e. the Visual Observer), that person can also be designated as the PIC. 8. The UAS will only operate within a confined "Sterile Area" ofthe flight operations area. 9. A briefing will be conducted in regard to the planned sUAS operations prior to each day's activities. It will be mandatory that all personnel who will be performing duties within the boundaries ofthe safety perimeter be present for this briefing.

## 10. The operatorwill obtain the consent of all persons involved and ensure that only consenting persons will be allowed within 100 feet ofthe flight operation, and this radius may be reduced to 30 feet based upon an equivalent level of safety determination. 11. Pilot and observerwill have been trained in operation of UAS generally and received up-to-date information on the particular UAS to be operated. 12. Observer and pilot will at all times are able to communicate by voice and/or text. 13. Written and/or oral permission from the relevant property holders will be obtained. 14. All required permissions and permits will be obtained from territorial, state, county or city jurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire, or other appropriate governmental agencies. 15. Ifthe sUAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UAS will have capability to return to a pre-determined location within the Security Perimeter and land. 16. The sUAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies.

## 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 14 C.F.R. §91.203 (a) (1) 

## Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance of airworthiness certificates as required by FAR §91.203 (a) (1). Given the size and limited operating area associated with the aircraft to be utilized by the Applicant, an exemption from Part 21 Subpart H meets the requirements of an equivalent level of safety under Part 11 and Section 333 ofthe Reform Act. The Federal Aviation Act (49 U.S.C.§44701 (f)) and Section 333 ofthe Reform Act both authorize the FAA to exempt aircraft from the requirement for an airworthiness certificate, upon consideration ofthe size, weight, speed, operational capability, and proximity to airports and populated areas ofthe particular UAS. In all cases, an analysis ofthese criteria demonstrates that the UAS operated without an airworthiness certificate, in the restricted environment and underthe conditions proposed will be at least as safe, or safer, than a conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft) operating with an airworthiness certificate without the restrictions and conditions proposed.

The sUAS to be operated hereunder is less than 55 lbs. fully loaded, carries neither a pilot nor passenger, carries no explosive materials or flammable liquid fuels, and operates exclusively within a secured area as set out in the Manual. Unlike other civil aircraft, operations under this exemption will be tightly controlled and monitored by both the operator, pursuant to the Manual's requirements, and underthe requirements and in compliance with local public safety requirements, to provide security for the area of operation as is now done with conventional filming. The FAA will have advance notice of all operations. These safety enhancements, which already apply to civil aircraft operated in connection with motion picture and television production, provide a greater degree of safety to the public and property owners than conventional operations conducted with airworthiness certificates issued under 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. 

## Lastly, application ofthese same criteria demonstrates that there is no credible threat to national security posed by the UAS, due to its size, speed of operation, location of operation, lack of explosive materials or flammable liquid fuels, and inability to carry a substantial external load. 14 C.F.R. § 45.23 (b). Marking ofthe Aircraft 

## The regulation requires: When marks include only the Roman capital letter "N" and the registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light-sport category aircraft or experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 inches high, the words "limited," "restricted," "light-sport," "experimental," or "provisional," as applicable. Even though the UAS will have no airworthiness certificate, an exemption may be needed as the UAS will have no entrance to the cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which the word "Experimental" can be placed. Given the size of the sUAV, two-inch lettering will be impossible. The word "Experimental" will be placed on the fuselage in compliance with §45.29 (f). The equivalent level of safety will be provided by having the sUAV marked on its fuselage as required by §45.29 (f) where the pilot, observer and others working with the sUAV will see the identification ofthe UAS as "Experimental." The FAA has issued the following exemptions to this regulation to Exemptions Nos. 10700, 8738, 10167 and 10167A. 14 C.F.R. § 61.113 (a) 

## & (b): Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations: Pilot in Command. 

## Sections 61.113 (a) 

## & (b) limit private pilots to non-commercial operations. Because the UAS will not carry a pilot or passengers, the proposed operations can achieve the

## equivalent level ofsafety of current operations by requiring the PIC operating the aircraft to have a private pilot's license rather than a commercial pilot's license to operate this small UAS. Unlike a conventional aircraft that carries the pilot and passengers, the sUAS is remotely controlled with no living thing on board. The area of operation is controlled and restricted, and all flights are planned and coordinated in advance. The level of safety provided by the requirements included in the Manual exceeds that provided by a single individual holding a commercial pilot's certificate operating a conventional aircraft. The risks associated with the operation ofthe sUAS are so diminished from the level of risk associated with commercial operations contemplated by Part 61 when drafted, that allowing operations ofthe sUAS as requested with a private pilot as the PIC exceeds the present level of safety achieved by 14 C.F.R. §61.113 (a) 

## & (b). 14 C.F.R. §91.7(a): Civil aircraft airworthiness. The regulation requires that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy condition. As there will be no airworthiness certificate issued for the aircraft, should this exemption be granted, no FAA regulatory standard will exist for determining airworthiness. Given the size ofthe aircraft and the requirements contained in the Manual for maintenance and use ofsafety check lists prior to each flight, as set forth in Sections J, L and Q, 

## an equivalent level of safety will be provided. 14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (b) (2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft. Section 91.9 (b) (2) provides: No person may operate a U.S.-registered civil aircraft

... (2) For which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is not required by §21.5 ofthis chapter, unless there is available in the aircraft a current approved airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, markings, and placards, or any combination thereof. The sUAS, given its size and configuration has no ability or place to carry such a flight manual on the aircraft, not only because there is no pilot on board, but because there is no room or capacity to carry such an item on the aircraft. The equivalent level of safety will be maintained by keeping the flight manual at the ground control point where the pilot flying the sUAS will have immediate access to it. The FAA has issued the following exemptions to this regulation: Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737, 8738, 9299, 9299A, 9565, 95658, 10167, 10167A, 10602, 32827, and 10700. 14 C.F.R. § 91.103: Preflight action This regulation requires each pilot in command to take certain actions before flight to insure the safety offlight. As FAA approved rotorcraft flight manuals will not be provided for the aircraft an exemption will be needed. The PIC will take all actions including reviewing weather, flight battery requirements, landing and takeoff distances and aircraft performance data before initiation offlight. 14 C.F.R. §91.109: Flight instruction: Section 91.103 provides that no person may operate a civil aircraft (except a manned free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that aircraft has fully functioning dual controls. sUASs and remotely piloted aircraft, by their design do not have fully functional dual controls. Flight control is accomplished through the use of a control box that communicates with the aircraft via radio communications. The FAA has approved exemptions for flight training without fully functional dual controls for a number of aircraft and for flight instruction in experimental aircraft. See Exemption Nos.5778K 

## & 9862A. The equivalent level of safety provided by the fact that neither a pilot nor passengers will be carried in the aircraft and by the size and speed ofthe aircraft. 14 C.F.R. §91.119: Minimum safe altitudes Section 91.119 establishes safe altitudes for operation of civil aircraft. Section 91.119 (d) allows helicopters to be operated at less than the minimums prescribed, provided the

## person operating the helicopter complies with any route or altitudes prescribed for helicopters by the FAA. As this exemption is for a sUAS that is a helicopter and the exemption requests authority to operate at altitudes up to 400 AGL, or not more than 200 above an elevated platform from which filming is planned, an exemption may be needed to allow such operations. As set forth herein, except for the limited conditions stated in the Manual, the UAS will never operate at higherthan 400 AGL. It will however be operated in a restricted area with security perimeter, where buildings and people will not be exposed to operations without their pre-obtained consent. The equivalent level of safety will be achieved given the size, weight, and speed ofthe UAS as well as the location where it is operated. No flight will be taken without the required permission of the property owner or local officials. Because ofthe advance notice to the property owner and participants in the aerial activity, all affected individuals will be aware ofthe planned flight operations. Compared to flight operations with aircraft or rotorcraft weighting far more than the maximum 55lbs. proposed herein and the lack offlammable fuel, any risk associated with these operations is far less than those presently presented with conventional aircraft operating at or below 500 AGL other industries. In addition, the low-altitude operations ofthe sUAS will ensure separation between these smaii-UAS operations and the operations of conventional aircraft that must comply with Section 91.119. 14 C.F.R. §91.121 Altimeter Settings This regulation requires each person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising altitude by reference to an altimeter that is set "

...to the elevation ofthe departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before departure." As the sUAS may not have a barometric altimeter, but instead a GPS altitude read out, an exemption may be needed. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved by the operator, pursuant to the Manual and Safety Check list, confirming the altitude ofthe launch site shown on the GPS altitude indicator before flight. 14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions Section 91.151 (a) prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing, and, assuming normal cruising speed
- (1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 30 minutes; or (2) At night, to fly afterthat for at least 45 minutes." The battery powering the sUAS provides approximately 40 minutes of powered flight. To meet the 30-minute reserve requirement in 14 CFR §91.151, sUAS flights would be limited to approximately 10 minutes in length. Given the limitations on the UAS's proposed flight area and the location of its proposed operations within a predetermined area, a longertime frame for flight in daylight or night VFR conditions is reasonable. Applicant believes that an exemption from 14 CFR §91.151(a) falls within the scope of prior exemptions. See 

## Exemption 10673 (allowing Lockheed Martin Corporation to operate without compliance with FAR 91.151 (a)). Operating the small UAS, in a tightly controlled area where only people and property owners or official representatives who have signed waivers will be allowed, with less than 30 minutes of reserve fuel, does not engenderthe type of risks that Section 91.151(a) was intended to alleviate given the size and speed ofthe small UAS. Additionally, limiting sUAS flights to 10 minutes would greatly reduce the utility for which the exemption will be granted. Applicant believes that an equivalent level of safety can be achieved by limiting flights to 30 minutes or 25% of battery power whichever happens first. This restriction would be more than adequate to return the sUAS to its planned landing zone from anywhere in its limited operating area. Similar exemptions have been granted to other operations, including Exemptions 2689F,

## 5745, 10673, and 10808. 

## 14 C.F.R. §91.203 

## (a) and (b): Carrying Civil Aircraft Certification and Registration The regulation provides in pertinent part: (a) Except as provided in § 91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within it the following: (1) An appropriate and current airworthiness certificate

.... (b) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by paragraph (a) ofthis section or a special flight authorization issued under §91.715 is displayed at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. The UAS fully loaded weighs no more than 55 lbs and is operated without an onboard pilot. As such, there is no ability or place to carry certification and registration documents orto display them on the sUAS. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved by keeping these documents at the ground control point where the pilot flying the sUAS will have immediate access to them, to the extent they are applicable to the sUAS. The FAA has issued numerous exemptions to this regulation. A representative sample of other exceptions includes Exemption Nos. 9565, 9665, 9789, 9789A, 9797, 9797A, 9816A, and 10700. 

## 14 C.F.R. §91.405 (a); 

## 407 (a) 

## (1); 409 (a) 

## (2); 417(a) & 

## (b): Maintenance Inspections These regulations require that an aircraft operator or owner "shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E ofthis part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) ofthis section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 ofthis chapter.

..," and others shall inspect or maintain the aircraft in compliance with Part 43. Given that these section and Part 43 apply only to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, these sections will not apply to the applicant. The operator pursuant to the flight manual and operating handbook will accomplish maintenance. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved because these small UASs are very limited in size and will carry a small payload and operate only in restricted areas for limited periods oftime. If mechanical issues arise the UAS can land immediately and will be operating from no higherthan 400 feet AGL. As provided in the Manual, the operator will ensure that the UAS is in working order prior to initiating flight, perform required maintenance, and keep a log of any maintenance performed. Moreover, the operator is the person most familiar with the aircraft and best suited to maintain the aircraft in an airworthy condition to provide the equivalent level of safety. ********* 

## Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. Part 11, the following summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register, should it be determined that publication is needed: Applicant seeks an exemption from the following rules: 14 C.F.R. §21, subpart H; 14 C.F.R 45.23(b);14 C.F.R. §§ 61.113( a) 

## & (b);91.7 (a); 91.9 (b) (2);91.103(b);91.109; 91.119; 91.121; 91.151(a);91.203(a) and (b); 91.405 (a); 91.407 (a) (1); 91.409 (a) (2); 91.409 (a) (2) and 91.417 (a) 

## & (b) to operate commercially a small unmanned vehicle (551bs or less). Approval of exemptions allowing commercial operations of sUASs, will enhance safety by reducing risk. Conventional operations, using jet or piston power aircraft, operate at extremely low altitudes just feet from the subjects being filmed and in extreme proximity to people and structures and present the risks associated with vehicles that weigh in the neighborhood of 4,0001bs, carrying large amounts ofjet A or other fuel. Such aircraft must fly to and from the operational location. In contrast, a sUAS weighing fewer than 55 lbs. and powered by batteries eliminates virtually all ofthat risk given the reduced mass and lack of combustible fuel carried on board. The sUAS is carried to the operation site and not flown. The sUAS will carry no passengers or crew and, therefore, will not expose

## them to the risks associated with manned aircraft flights. The operation of small UASs, weighting less than 55 lbs., conducted in the strict conditions outlined above, will provide an equivalent level of safety supporting the grant ofthe exemptions requested herein, including exempting the applicant from the requirements of Part 21 and allowing commercial operations. These lightweight aircraft operate at slow speeds, close to the ground, and in a sterile environment and, as a result, are far safer than conventional operations conducted with turbine helicopters operating in close proximity to the ground and people. 

## Privacy All flights will occur over private or controlled access property with the property owner's prior consent and knowledge. Filming will be of people who have also consented to being filmed or otherwise have agreed to be in the area where filming will take place. The grant ofthis exemption request will provide improved safety in both day and night operations. Satisfaction ofthe criteria provided in Section 333 ofthe Reform Act of2012- size, weight, speed, operating capabilities, proximity to airports and populated areas and operation within visual line of sight and national security- provide more than adequate justification for the grant ofthe requested exemptions allowing commercial operation of applicant's UAS. 

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© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.INSPIRE 1 User Manual 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. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision 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 ofthe following measures: -Reorientor relocatethe receiving antenna. -Increasethe separation between the equipmentand receiver. -Connectthe equipment into an outleton acircuit differentfrom thattowhich the receiver is connected. -Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio!TVtechnician for help. IC RSS warning This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesired operation ofthe device. Le present areil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisee aux deuxconditions suivantes: (1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi, milme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. Thistransmitter must not be co-located oroperating in conjunction with anyotherantennaortransmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. Any Changes or modifications notexpressly roved bythe party responsible forcompliance could void the user's authorityto operate the equipment. KCC Warning Message**"15H'5"¥~~1::1ll= ~§%** **~nf~~ 7f~~oJ** **~~2..!::!£ <2J~'2J"~.nt** **-t:f~-'E! ;..il::ll~l=** 

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### Updating Intelligent Flight Battery Firmware The Intelligent Flight Battery is upgraded during the aircraft'firmware upgrade process. It is recommended to keep the upgrade package files in your SO card. The upgrade will start automatically after power cycling the aircraft. 

## &, • Do not perform firmware update while the aircraft is still flying in the air. Only carry outfirmware updatewhenthe aircraftis landed. • Be sureto updatethe remote controller'sfirmware

### tothe latestversion afteryou upgradethe aircraft's

firmware. • The remote controller may become unlinked from the aircraft after updating. Re-linkthe remote

controllerand aircraft. • Confirmthe update results accordingtothe gimbal sounds. Itis normalforthe aircrafttosoundorthe

LEDto blinkduringthe update process. • Ensurethere isonlyonefirmware packagefile storedonyourSOcard. • Onlystorage devicesthatare formatted for FAT32 and exFATfile systems are supported foraircraft

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### Compliance Information FCC Warning Message Any Changes or modifications not expressly roved bythe party responsible forcompliance could void the user's authorityto operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

### FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 2Dcm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located oroperating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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Followthe process described belowto upgradethe aircraft, remote controllerand battery. Updating theAircraft Firmware Step 1- Check Battery and SD Card Capacity Ensure the Intelligent Flight Battery has at least 50% power and there is at least 100MB of free space on the SD card. Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 1. Download the firmware update package from the official DJI website (http://www.dji.com/product/

inspire-1). 2. Insert the SD into your PC. Extract the all downloaded files into the root directory of the SD card. Remove the SD cardfrom your PC. Ensure the Inspire 1 is powered offthen insertthe SD card intothe SD card slotonthe Inspire 1camera. Step 3- Update theAircraft 1. Ensure the remote controller is powered off and then power on the aircraft. Upgrade will begin

automatically afteraircraft is powered on. 2. It will take approximately 25 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camerawill sound a short

pulse of "D-D-D-D" beeping sound to indicate the upgrade is in progress and sound a "D---DD" beeping soundto indicatethe update is complete with success. 3. Check the upgrade status by opening the ".txt" file that is automatically generated after the update.

The update is successful ifthe text "result: successful" is in the document. Try upgradingthe firmware again ifthetext "result: failed" isfound orthe gimbal sound a long beep sound.
Updatingthe Remote Controller Firmware Step 1- Check Battery and SD Card Capacity Remote controller firmware is included in the aircraft firmware update package. Use the same update package file that is downloaded from the DJI official website. Ensure the remote controller battery level is above 50%. Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 1. Extractall downloadedfiles intothe root directoryofan SD cardor USB thumb drive. 2. Insert the SD card into a SD card reader orthe USB disk onto the remote controller USB port when remote controller powered off. If you do not have a SD card reader, you may insert the SD card into the gimbal and connectthe gimbalwith remote controllerto upgradethe remote controller. Step 3- Updatethe Remote Controller 1. Power on the remote controller and wait 60 seconds until the upgrade begins. Do not power off the

remote controller during the update. 2. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera will sound a beeping sound and the Status LED on the remote controller shows solid blueto indicatethe update is in progress. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid green and beeping sound will stop ifthe upgrade is completedwith success. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid red if upgrade is failed. Try upgradeagain. )> "0 "0 CD :::J 0.. 

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Below 8m/s (2 mabove ground) 5-500em Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces

Mobile Device System Requirements iOSversion 7.1 or later; Android version 4.1.2 or later
Supported Mobile Devices * iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 58, iPad Air.2, iPad Mini 3, iPad Air, iPad Mini 2, iPad 4;* Samsung Note 3, Samsung 85, Sony Z3 EXPERIA;* Note: lt is recommended that you use atabletforthe bestexperience

JOC allows users to Jockthe orientation of aircraft in differentfashions. There are three working modes for JOC and you may select the desired IOC modes from the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works under Fmode, and user musttoggle the flight mode switch to "F" mode to activate JOC. Refertothe table below:

Course Lock (CL)
Home Lock (HL)*
Pointof Interest(POl)* Its forward direction is pointing to the nose direction when recording, which is fixed untilyou re-record itorexitfrom CL. Record a Home Point (HP), and push Pitch stick to control the aircraftfarfrom or neartothe HP. Point of Interest. Record a pointof interest (POl), the aircraftcan circle around the POl, and the nose always poiritstothe POl. 

## o<): *Home Lockand Pointof Interestfeature are coming soon. Prerequisitesof IOC Usethe IOCfeature underthefollowing condition:

Course Lock Home Lock POl Using IOC No Yes Yes None**~11111 ~,nil**  None Aircraft**~** Home Point Aircraft ,sm-soom' Point of Interest

Enable the IOC feature bytapping "Enable JOC;, in the setting page ofthe DJI Pilot app. Toggle the Flight Mode Switch to "F" mode and followthe on-screen instruction to use IOC feature.

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Model Voltage Rated Power

Name Model Capacity Voltage BatteryType Energy NetWeight Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Charging Temperature Range Max Charging Power :.;''.<llllllll:i'i:>•'' •**y~a\),~ ~.** (Opt1ooal) Name Model Capacity Voltage BatteryType Energy NetWeight OperatingTemperature Range Storage Temperature Range Charging Temperature Range TabletorSmart Phone 9W -10° to 40° C Lessthan 3 months: -20° to 45° C More than3.inonths: 22° to 28° C 0-40°

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A14-100P1A 26.3V 100W
Intelligent Flight Battery TB47 4500 mAh 22.2V LiPo 6S High voltage battery 99.9Wh 570 g -10°

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Intelligent Flight Battery TB48 5700 mAh 22.8

## v LiPo 6S 129.96Wh 670 g -10 to 40° C Less than 3 months: -20 to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° to 28° C 

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Name Model Total Pixels Effective Pixels Image Max Size ISO Range Electronic Shutter Speed FOV (Field OfView) CMOS

Lens

Still Photography Modes

Video Recording Modes

Max Bitrate OfVideo Storage
Supported File Formats

Supported SD Card Types Operating Temperature Range

Name Operating Frequency Transmitting Distance EIRP Video Output Port Power Supply Charging Dual User Capability

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T32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (ty1PEG-4 AVC/H:264) Micro SD Max capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. 

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C1 922.7MHz-927.7 MHz (Japan Only) 5.725-5.825 GHz;2.400-2.483 GHz 2 km (OutdoorAnd Unobstructed) 10dBm@900m, 13dBm@5.8G, 20dBm@2.4G USB, Mini-HDMI Buili-in battery DJI charger Host-and-Slave connection

# Appendix

Model T600 Weight (Battery Included) 2935 g Vertical: 0.5 m Hovering Accuracy (P Mode) Horizontal: 2.5 m MaxAngularVelocity Pitch: 300°/s Yaw: 150°/S MaxTilt Angle 35° MaxAscent Speed 5m/s Max Descent Speed 4m/s Max Speed 22 rll/s (ATTl mode, no wind) Max FlightAltitude 4500m )> MaxWind Speed Resistance 10 m/s '"0 '"0 CD Max FlightTime Approximately 18 minutes :::J 0. 

### x· Motor Model DJI3510 Propeller Model DJI 1345 Indoor Hovering Enabled bydefault Operating Temperature Range -10° to 40° C Diagonal Distance 559 to 581 mm Dimensions 438x451x301 mm

Model ZENMUSEX3 Output Power (With Camera) Static: 9 W; In Motion: 11 W Operating Current Station: 750 mA; Motion: 900 mA Angular Vibration Range ±0.03° Mounting Detachable Pitch: -90°to +30° Controllable Range Pan: ±320° Pitch: -125° to +45° Mechanical Range Pan: ±330°
Max Controllable Speed Pitch: 120° /s Pan: 180°/s

# Appendix

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14. Whatflight controllerdoes the Inspire 1use? The Inspire 1uses its own newflight controller.
15. Which motors and propellers does the Inspire 1come with? The Inspire 1uses 3510 motors and 1345 propellers.
16.Aircraftframe armjoints appearloosen, is that normal? The space of the joins shown in the below figure is normal and it will not affect the performance of aircraft, do not adjustthe position ofthe screws on yourown.

17. Failed to complete self-check? Place the aircraft on the flat surface before powering on. Do not move the aircraft during the selfcheck.""Tl )> 0 

# Troubleshooting (FAQ)

1. How can Iput aGoPro camera on the Inspire 1?

The Inspire 1 does not currently support GoPro attachments. The gimbal is designed to hold DJI cameras only.
2. When will ground station functionality be available?

The Inspire 1 does not currently support ground station. Ground station will be available with future firmware updates.
3. Isthe camera's exposure automatic?

The exposure can be settoAuto, forautomatic changes, or Manual. ifyouwish to use aspecific setting.
4. Can Isee the size of images through the app?

Yes, you can preview image orvideo sizes through the OJI Pilotapp. 5. How much weightcanthe Inspire 1carrywithout its included camera?

We do not recommend flying with any payload otherthan the included OJI gimbal and camera. 6. Do you have an LCD monitoravailable forthe Inspire 1?

No, DJI does not sell LCD or HD monitors forthe Inspire 1. However, you can outputthe live streaming videoto acompatible monitoror mobile device ofyourown.
7. How long does ittake to charge the battery? Does itcomes with acharger?

Yes, all Inspire 1units come with standard TB47 charger. With the standard TB471DDW charger, ittakes 85min to fully charge a450DmAh battery.
8. Are the two remote controllers the same? Should I setup the remote controllers in the app or

somewhere else to control the camera and aircraftseparately? The two remote controllers are physically identical. You can setthe remote controllers to either "Master" or "Slave" throughthe DJI Pilot app ifyouwish to use dual controller mode.
9. Where can Ifind info on the simulation application that plugs into the trainer port? Can you suggest a

simulation program? There is notrainer porton the remote controllerforthe Inspire 1.
10. Can the mobile device holderbe used on the Phantom 2series remote controller? No, it cannot. The mobile device holdercan only be used withthe Inspire 1remote.
11. Does the Inspire 1have aSD card included? The Inspire 1comeswith a 16GB micro-SO card. Itsupports SD cards up to 64GB.
12. Can Iupgrade and buy asecond remote controller if Ionly buyasingle remote controller now? Yes.
13. How big is the Inspire 1? Itslengthxheightxwidthdimensionswithoutthe propellersattachedare44x30x45cm (17.3x11.8x 17.7in).



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# FAQINSPIRE 1 User Manual 

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

rapidly during flight. • Watch video tutorials aboutflightfor more flight information.



### Video Suggestions and lips 1. Workthrough the checklist before each flight. 2. Select desired gimbal working mode in the DJI Pilot app. 3. Aim to shootwhen flying in Pmode only. 4. Always fly in good weather, such as sunnyorwindless days. 5. Change camera settingsto suityou. These include photoformat and exposure compensation. 6. Performflighttests to establishflight routes and scenes. 7. Push the sticks gentlyto make aircraft movements stable and smooth.



### 52 © 2015 DJI All Rights ReservedINSPIRE 1 User Manual Auto-Landing Use auto-landing to landyour aircraft automatically ifthe Aircraft Status Indicator displays blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use auto-landing: 1. Ensurethe aircraft is in "P" mode. 2. Checkthe landing areacondition beforetapping 

### ".i.", to perform landing. 3. Aircraft lowersthe landing gearand proceed to land automatically.

Starting Motors The Combination Stick Command (CSC) listed below are used to startthe motors instead of simply pushing the stick up. Ensurethatyou perform the CSC in one motion.

OR

Stopping Motors There aretwo methodsto stop the motors. Method 1: Whenthe Inspire 1has landed, push the throttle down

### <D, then conduct CSC ®. Motorswill stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push the throttle down and hold. The motors will stop after 3 seconds.



## & Do not perform CSC when aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors will be stopped.

Take off/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircrafton open, flat ground with battery indicatorsfacing towards you. 2. Poweron the remote controllerand your mobile device, then the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI PilotApp and enterthe Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicator blinks green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is safe to fly now. If itflashes yellow, it means Home Point is not recorded, and you should nottake off. 5. Push thethrottle up slowlytotake offor using AutoTake-offtotake off. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilotapp. 7. To land, hoveroveralevel surface and gently pull downon the throttle slowlyto descend. B. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position for 3 seconds or

more until the motors stop. 9. Turn offthe Intelligent Flight Batteryfirst, followed bythe Rernote Controller.

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### Hold the aircraftvertically with nose pointing downward, and rotate 

### it 360 degrees around the center

axis. Recalibratethe compass ifthe Aircraft Status Indicatorshow solid red.



# 6 If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration, move your aircraft to a different locationto carryout compass calibration. ;\}:· Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch DJI PilotApp, follow the on-screen instruction to calibratethe compass.


### When 

### to Recalibrate 1. When compass data is abnormal, and theAircraft Status Indicatoris blinking red and yellow. 2. When flying in anew location, oralocation that is differentfromyour lastflight. 3. When the mechanical structure of the Inspire 1 has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the

compass. 4. When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the Inspire 1does notfly 

### in straight lines.

Auto Take-off Use auto take-off to take off your aircraft automatically if the Aircraft Status Indicator displays blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use autotake-off: 1. Launch DJI Pilotapp, enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in "P" mode. 3. Go through the pre-flightchecklist. 4. Tap"..!'', and confirmflight condition. Slide to confirm and take-off. 5. Aircrafttakes off and hovers at 1.5 meters above ground.

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1. Remote controller, aircraft battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly andfirmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 5. Motors can start and are functioning as normal. 6. DJI Pilot app connectedtothe aircraft.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, which can cause abnormal compass data leading to poorflight performance or even failure. Regular calibration is required foroptimum performance. 

# 0 •DO NOTcalibrateyour compasswhere there is a chance ofstrong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcements underground. • DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones. • DO NOT calibrate beside massive metal objects.

Calibration Procedures Choose an open spaceto carry outthefollowing procedures. 1. Ensure the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass in the Checklist, or if you

have changed your position since last calibrating it, tap "MODE" in the app and select "Compass Calibration" to calibratethe compass. Then followthe on-screen instructions. 2. Hold and rotate the aircraft horizontally 360 degrees, and the Aircraft Status Indicator will display a

solid green light.

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Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI PilotApp Prompt Status Indicator
Motorswill not start. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take off prohibited. No-flyZone Ifthe aircraftentersthe restricted area in Amode but Warning: You are in a No-fly Pmode activates the aircraft zone, automatic landing has will automatically descendto begun. (Ifyou are within 1.5 mile land then stop its motors after radius) landing. Warning: You are in a restricted 

## \6>""" zone. Descending to safe Red flashing Restricted- Ifthe aircraftentersthe altitude. (Ifyou are between the restricted area in Amode but P range of 1.5 mile and 5mile altitude flight mode activates, itwill descend radius) zone to asafe altitude and hover 15 Warning: You are in a restricted feet belowthe safe altitude. zone. Maxflight height restricted to between 10.5rn and 120m. Fly Cautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a there will be warning message. restricted zone, Fly Cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.



## IXJ Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command duringthe descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. 

# & •When flying in the safety zone, aircraft status indicatorwill blink red quickly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate currentflying status and continue for5seconds atwhich point itwill switch backto red blinking. • For safety reasons, please do notfly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines,

city centers and otherspecial areas. Tryto ensurethe aircraft isvisible.



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Category B SafetyZone (1) Category B"safetyzone" is comprised of a "no-flyzone" and a "warning zone". (2) 0.6 miles (1 km) around the safety zone is adesignated "no-flyzone". (3) A "warning zone" has been set around the safety zone. When you fly within 0.6 miles (1Km) of this zone, awarning will appearon the DJI PilotApp.INSPIRE 1 User Manual

MaxHeight

Max Radius

Max Height Flight Limits DJI PilotApp

. Flightaltitude must be. under Warning: Height the setheight. limit reached. Flight distance must be within Warning: Distance the max radius.

Flight Limits Flight height.restrictedto 120mand undeL limit reached.

DJI PilotApp Warning: Height limit reached. Aircraft Status Indicator None; Rapid red flashing <i!J

......when closetothe max radius limit.

Aircraft Status Indicator
None.

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## & •Ifyou fly outofthe limit, you can still control the Inspire 1, but cannotfly itfurther. • Ifthe Inspire 1flies out ofthe max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, itwill fly backwithin

range automatically. Flight Restriction of RestrictedAreas Restricted areas include airports worldwide. All restricted areas are listed on the DJI official website at http://www.dji.corn/fly-safe/category-rnc. Restricted areas are divided into category A and category B. Category A areas cover major international airport such as LAX and Heathrow, while category B areas includes smallerairports. CategoryASafetyZone (1) The category A "safety zone" is comprised of a small "no-fly zone" and a range of "restrictedaltitude zones". Flight is prevented in the "no-fly zone" but can continue with height restrictions in the restricted-altitude zone. (2) 1.5 miles (2.4 km) around adesignated safetyzone is ano-flyzone, inside which takeoff is prevented. (3) 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to 5 miles (8 km) around restricted areas are altitude restricted, with maximum altitude goingfrom 35 feet (10.5 rn) at 1.5 miles (2.4 krn) to 400 feet (120 rn) at 5miles (8 krn). (4) A "warning zone" has been set around the safety zone. When you fly within 320 feet (100m) of the safetyzone, awarning messagewill appearon the OJI PilotApp.



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# Flight
Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended to use the flight simulator to learn how to fly safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in asuitable location.

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speed exceeding 1 Om/s , snow, rain and smog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures may affect the accuracy of the on-board

compass and GPS signal. 3. Avoid from obstacles, crowds, highvoltage power.lines, trees or bodies ofwater. 4. Minimize electromagnetic interference by not flying in area with high levels of electromagnetism, including mobile phone base stationsor radiotransmission towers. 5. Aircraft and battery performance is subjectto environmentfactor such as air density and temperature. Be verycareful when flying 14700 feet (4500 meters) or more above sea level as battery and aircraft performance may be reduced. 6. The Inspire 1cannotoperatewithin the polarareas in "P" mode.

Flight limits on height and distance can be set. The details ofthese flight limits are described in the following section. All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations as the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), FAA and their own national airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes height limits, distance limits and No FlyZones. When operating in PMode, height, distance limits and No FlyZones work togetherto manage flight. In A mode only height limits work and flights cannot go higherthan 120 meters.
Max Height & Radius Limits Max Height &Radius limit flying height and distance, and the user may change these settings in the DJI Pilot App. Once complete, your Inspire 1will fly in a restricted cylinder that is determined by these settings. Thetables below showthe details ofthese limits.

Max Height Max Radius

HomePoint --'-1;----+- Heightofaircraft when powered on

# Flight
This chapter describes the flight safety and flight restrictions.

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[16] Gimbal Operation Mode Referto "Gimbal Operation Mode" P38 for more information. [17] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

## 't/:f.: :Tapto initiate autotakeoff or landing. [18] Back**~** :Tapto returntothe main GUI.

User can view the currentflight route in a larger map view in this page. You can also perform Auto takeoff and Landing in the page. Ensure your mobile device has access to the Internet. Due to the map data required, Wi-Fi connection is recommended. Internet access is required to cache the map, if Wi-Fi is unavailable, mobile dataservice is required.

Download user manual, view online videos. Also you can use the flight simulator to practice your flight skills.

You can sync the picture and videos to the mobile device, view the flight records and check your DJI account status in the UserCenter. Usethe DJI registered accountto login tothe UserCenter.

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

### [EJ: Tap to enter playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings and Shooting Mode

### ~;::Tapto enterthe Camera Settings page and switch from camera shooting modefrom manual to auto. [11] Map Displaythe flight path ofthe current mission. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI tothe Map GUI.

[12] Vision Positioning 

# £ : This icon showsthe distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. [13] FlightTelemetry

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Vision Positioning Status Icon is highlightedwhen Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated bythe flight attitude icon. (1) The red arrowshowswhich direction the aircraft isfacing. (2) Light blue and darkblue areas indicate pitch. (3) Pitching ofthe boundary between light blue and dark blue areashows roll angle. [14] Home Point Settings

.... :Tap this button to reset the current home point. You may choose to set the aircraft take-off location, the remote controller's current position, orthe aircraft's current position as the Home Point. [15] Return to Home (RTH) 

## <fi; :Initiate RTH home procedure. Tapto have the aircraft return tothe latest home point.



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## 8:The text nexttothis icon indicatesthe currentflight mode. Tap to enter MC (Main Controller) settings. Modify flight limits, perform compass calibration, and set the gainvalues onthis screen. [2] GPS Signal Strength**~.ull:** This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicates adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings**~**CL:This icon showswhich IOC setting thatthe aircraft has entered when in FMode. Tap to enter IOC setting menu and select Course Lock, Home Lockor Point of Interest Lock. [4] System Status**lli~lllllllll**

## :This icon shows current aircraftsystem status, such as GPS signal health. [5] Battery Level Indicator 

### -<>-o----• :The battery level indicator dynamically displays the battery level. The color zones on the battery level indicator represent different battery levels. [6] Remote Controller Signal 

## iii'oolll: This icon showsthe strength of remote controllersignal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength 

## 1][]",,111: This icon shows the HD video downlink signal strength between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level 

### lfll00%: This icon showsthe current Intelligent Flight Battery level. Tap to enter battery information menu, setthe various batterywarning thresholds and viewthe battery warning historyin this page. [9] General Settings 

### @ :Tap this icon to enter General Settings page. Select parameter units, reset the camera, enable the quickviewfeature, adjustthe gimbal roll value and toggle flight route displayon this page. [10] Camera Operation Bar Exposure Lock AE 

### lil :Tap to enable ordisablethe camera exposure lock. Function Fn:Tap to adjustcamera settings, such as video format and digital filters. Shutter • :Tapthis button totake asingle photo.

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# DJI Pilot App
The DJI Pilot app is a new mobile app designed specifically for the Inspire 1. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera and otherfeatures ofyourflight system. The app also comes with Map, Store a UserCenter, for configuring your aircraft and sharing your content with friends. It is recommended thatyou use a tablet forthe bestexperience.

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The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Inspire 1's camera. You can also configure various camera parametersfromthe Camera page.

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# DJI PilotApp
This chapter describes the four main GUI of the DJI Pilot app.INSPIRE 1 User Manual

Gimbal Operation Modes Three Gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the Camera page of the DJI Pilot App. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controllerfor changestotake effect. Refertothetable belowfor details:



# It ffi**~** }) Pitch

Follow Mode

FPVMode

Free Mode

Re-alignment Pan

The angle between Gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constant at all times. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is required to control the pan motion using a second remote controller. The Gimbal will lock to the movements of the aircraft to provide a FirstPerson-Viewflying experience. The Gimbal's motion is independentofthe aircraft's orientation. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is required to control the pan motion using asecond remote controller. Tap to force the Gimbal orientation to re-align with aircraft's orientation by panning from gimbal's current orientation. Pitch angle will remain unchanged duringthe re-alignment. 

# & •Gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) Gimbal is placed on uneven ground. (2) Gimbal has received an excessive external force, e.g. a collision. Please take off from flat, open ground and protectthe gimbal after powering up. • Flying in heavy fog or cloud may make the gimbal wet, leading to a temporary failure. The

gimbal will recoverwhen it dries out.



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You can customizethe C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the remote controller.

Press C1 or C2 button to switch from pitch mode to yaw mode. You may use the gimbal dial to pan the gimbal underyaw mode. Press C1 orC2 again to exityaw mode. Using DJI PilotAppto Control Gimbal Followthe steps belowto use OJI Pilot app to control the gimbal orientation: 1. Launch DJI Pilotapp, enter "Camera" page. 2. Tap and press on the screen until a blue circle is shown. 3. Slide to control the gimbal orientation within the "Camera" page as shown below.



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### Camera Operation Usethe Shutterand Record button on the remote controllerto shootthe images orthe videos through the DJI Pilotapp. For more information about howto use these buttons, referto "Controlling Camera" P25. 

### ND Filter Attach an ND filterto the front ofthe camerato reduce over-exposure and "jello" effect.



### Gimbal Profile The 3-axis Gimbal provides asteady platform forthe attached camera, allowing you to capture stabilized images and video. The Gimbal can tiltthe camera up to 120 degrees and rotate 360 degrees.

Usethe gimbal dial onthe remote controllerto control pitch movementofthe camera by default. Notethat you cannot control the pan motion ofthe camera by default. Enable the "Master-and-Slave" mode and set the remote controller to "Slave" state if you wish to control both the pan and pitch movement of the camera.



# & Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the pitch movement ofthe camera in the single remote controller mode, however, you cannot control the pan movementofthe camera.
Pan Control Follow the instructions belowto use the gimbal dial to control the pan movement ofthe gimbal: 1. Poweron the aircraft and remote control, launch DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" page. 2. Tap "RC Control Settings" icon and select either C1 or C2 customizable button as the gimbal pitch/

yawswitching button. 3. Select "Gimbal Pitch/Yaw" from the dropdown list.

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# Camera and Gimbal

The on-board camera supports 4K video capture up to 4096x2160p24 and 12M pixel photos capture by using the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format for editing. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and timer mode. A live preview of what the camera is seeing before you shootvideos and pictures is supported through the DJI PilotApp. 

### Camera Micro-SO Card Slot To store your photos and videos, plug in the micro-SO card into the slot shown below before powering on the Inspire 1. The Inspire 1comes with a 16GB micro-SO card and supports up to a64GB micro-SO card. A UHS-1 type micro-SO card is recommended, because the fast read and write capability ofthese cards enablesyou to store high-resolutionvideo data.



# 0 Do not remove micro-SO card from the Inspire 1when it is powered on.


### Camera Data Port Power on the Inspire 1 and then connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos or videosfrom the cameratoyourcomputer.



## & Poweron the aircraft before attempting to download the files.

# Gimbal and Camera

This chapter providesthe technical specifications ofthe camera and explains the working mode of the gimbal.

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# Lt. Remote controller cannot linkto the aircraft if the remote controller is set as "Slave". Meanwhile, the "Slave" remote controller cannot control the orientation of the aircraft. Reset the remote controllerto "Master" in DJI Pilot app ifyou wishto linkthe remote controllertothe aircraft.

2. Search the "Master" remote controller in the surrounding area inthe "Request Control" section.

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3. Select the "Master" remote controllerfrom the "Master RC List" and input the connection password to

connecttothe desired "Master" remote controller.



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The Status LED reflects connection status between Remote Controller and aircraft. The RTH LED shows the Return to Horne status ofthe aircraft. Thetable belowcontains details on these indicators.

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# & Use the gimbal dial on the remote controllerto control the pitch movement ofthe camera in the single remote controller mode, however, you cannot control the pan movementofthe camera. Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode Dual Remote Controllers mode is disabled by default. Users must enable this feature on the "Master" remote controller bythrough the DJI Pilot app. Followthe steps belowfor setup: "Master" Remote Controller: 

### 1. Connectthe remote controllerto yourmobile device and launct1 the DJI Pilotapp. 2. Gotothe Camera page, and tap 

## !Jl' 11111to enterthe remote controllersettingswindow. 3. Tap "Set RC Status" to enable Master-and-Slave mode. 4. Select "Master" inthe "Set RC Status" section to setthe remote controller as "Master" remote controller.

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### Optimal Transmission Range The signal transmission between aircraft and remote controller perform best within the range that displayed inthe picture shown below:

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### Ensure the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission range. Adjust the distance and position between the operatorand the aircraftto achieve optimal transmission performance.

More than one remote controller can connect to the same aircraft in Dual Remote Controller mode. In Dual Controllers mode, the "Master" remote controlleroperatorcontrolsthe orientation ofthe aircraft, while the "Slave" remote controller controls the movement ofthe gimbal and camera operation. When multiple "slave" remote controllers (max of 6) are connect to the aircraft, only the first connected "slave" remote controller is able to control the gimbal, the remaining "slave" remote controller can viewthe livefeedvideo fromthe aircraftand setthe camera parameters, butthey cannot control the gimbal.



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2. Lower: The landing gearwill lowerto its lowest position for landing.



# & Do not raise the landing gear when the aircraft is on the ground. Ensure the landing gear is lowered before landing.
RTH button Press and hold this button to startthe Return to Horne (RTH) procedure. The LED around the RTH Button will blinkwhiteto indicatethe aircraft is entering RTH rnode. The aircraftwill then return tothe last recorded Horne Point. Pressthis button again to cancelthe RTH procedure and regainthe control ofthe aircraft.

Connecting Mobile Device Tiltthe Mobile Device Holdertothe desired position. Pressthe button onthe side ofthe Mobile Device Holder to release the clarnp, and then place your rnobile device into the clarnp. Adjust the clarnp to secure your rnobile device. Then connectyour rnobile device to the rernote controllerwith a USB cable. Plug one end of the cable intoyour rnobile device, and the otherend intothe USB porton the backofthe rernote controller.



### 28 © ?015 DJI A\1 R1gllts ReservedFlight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P mode, F mode and A mode. INSPIRE 1 User Manual

Pmode (Positioning) : Pmode works bestwhen GPS signal is strong. There are three differentstates of P mode, which will be automatically selected bythe Inspire 1depending 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: NeitherGPS orVision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometerfor 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 barometerto maintain altitude. If it is still receiving aGPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home ifthe Remote Controllersignal is lostand ifthe Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC inAppendix. The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P mode by default. To unlock the switch, launch the DJI Pilot app, enterthe "Camera" page, tap "MODE", and then activate "Multiple Flight Mode".
Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button The Transformation Switch 

### IRTH Button combination serves twofunctions. Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lowerthe landing gear. Or, press the button to activate the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. Transformation Switch This switch hastwo positions. The effectoftogglingthe switchto anyofthese positions is defined below:

Lower Raise 1. Raise: Raisethe landing gearto its uppermost position. 

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### EJ:j Stick Neutral/mid point: Control sticksofthe Remote Controllerare placed atthe central position. Move the Stick: The control stick is pushed awayfrom the central position.

Aircraft Remote Controller (Mode2) ( 111 indicates nose direction)



### 26 © 201S DJI All**Ri~1l1ts** Reserved Remarks Movingthe left stick up and down changesthe aircraft's elevation. Push the stick upto ascend and down to descend. Pushthethrottle stick uptotakeoff. When both sticks are centered, the Inspire 1will hover in place. The morethe stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, thefasterthe Inspire 1will change elevation. Always push the stickgentlyto prevent sudden and unexpected elevation changes. Moving the leftsticktothe leftor right controlsthe rudder and rotation ofthe aircraft. Push the sick leftto rotate the aircraft counter clock-wise, and push the stick rightto rotate the aircraft clockwise. Ifthe stick is centered, the Inspire 1will stayfacing its current direction. The morethe stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the fasterthe Inspire 1will rotate. Moving the rightstick up and down changesthe aircraft'sforward and backward pitch. Pushthe stick uptoflyforward and down tofly backward. The Inspire 1will hover in place ifthe stick is centered. Pushthe stickfurtherawayfromthe centerposition lor alargerpitchangle (maximum35') and lasterflight.

Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camerawill shiftto point upwards. Turn the dial tothe !eft, and the carnerawill shiftto point downwards. The camerawill rernain in its current position when dial is static.INSPIRE 1 User Manual

Power Button Controlling Camera Shootvideos or images and adjust camera settingsviathe Shutter Button, CameraSettings Dial, Playback Button and Video Recording Button on the remote control.

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Turn the dial to quickly adjust camera settings such as ISO and shutter speed without letting go ofthe remote controller. Movethe dial button to leftor rightto viewthe picturesorvideos in playback mode. [2] Playback Button Press toview images orvideos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with asingle press. [4] Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. ControllingAircraft This section explains howto use the variousfeatures ofthe remote controller. The Remote Controller is set to Mode 2 by default. ::rJ (1) 

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# Remote Controller

The Inspire 1 Remote Controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the video downlink ground system and aircraft Remote Controller system. The video downlink and aircraft Remote Controller system operate at 2.4 GHz with maximum transmission distance of 2km. The remote controllerfeatures a numberof camera functions, such as taking and previewing photos and video, and controlling gimbal motions. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The current battery level is displayed by LEOs on thefront panel ofthe remote control.

o Compliance Version: The Remote Controller is compliantwith both CEand FCC regulations.

o Operating Mode: Control can be setto Mode 1 ,Mode 2.

o Mode 1:The rightstickserves asthethrottle.

o Mode 2: The left stick servesasthethrottle. Do not operate more than 3aircrafts within in the same area (size equivalentto asoccerfield) to preventtransmission interference.

Powering On And OffThe Remote Controller The Inspire 1remote controller is powered by a2S rechargeable batterywith acapacityof 6000mAh. The battery level is indicated bythe Battery Level LEOs on thefront panel. Followthe steps belowto poweron your remote controller: 1. When powered off, press the Power Button once and the Battery Level LEOs will display the current

battery level. 2. Then, press and hold the Power Button to poweron the remote controller. 3. The Remote Controller will beep when it powers on. The Status LED will blink green (slave remote

controller blinks solid purple) rapidly, indicating that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDwill show asolid green lightwhen linking is completed. 4. Repeatstep 2to poweroffthe remote controller afterfinish using it.

Charging Remote Controller Chargethe remote controllervia supplied charger. 

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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.INSPIRE 1 User Manual



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After any ofthe 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 chargerwill resume charging when the temperature falls within the normal range, 

## & DJI does nottake any responsibilityfor damage caused bythird-party chargers. 

## ;c:J: Howto dischargeyour Intelligent Flight Battery: To effectively calibrate the battery capacity, it is recommended to charge and discharge the batterythoroughlyfor every 10 charge-and-discharge cycle. User should install the battery onto the aircraft and then poweron the aircraftto initiate the discharge process, dischargethe battery until the aircraft is powered off automatically. Usershould then fully charge the batteryto ensure the battery isworking at its optimaL Slow: Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Inspire 1'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 beturned on. Launchthe DJI Pilot app to check battery leveL Rapid: Fly the Inspire 1outdoors until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longerbeturned on.


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