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Enoch Porter

Fairbanks UAS Photography

303 Beaver Blvd.

North Pole, AK 99705

January 7, 2016

I, Enoch Porter, hereby submit a petition for exemption under Section 

333; FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Public Law 112-95 FEB. 

14, 2012, Section 333. I request exemption in order to operate my DJI f450 

UAS with DJI NAZA V2 flight controller and GPS. The manual for this 

UAS flight controller can be found here and will be fully copied 

below: http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/nazam-v2/en/NAZAM_Quick_Start_Guide_v1.28_en.pdf

My company will use this exemption, upon approval, to provide and profit 

from services including aerial photography, aerial cinematography, aerial 

filming, photography for real estate, construction firms, agricultural 

modeling, crop monitoring operations, aerial mapping, special events to 

include but not limited to weddings, private or public parties/events, business 

advertising, promotional events, geological surveying, and environmental 

studies. These services will provide safety enhancements to Alaska residents 

and wildlife as well as a more cost effective means of obtaining aerial 

imagery for consumers. 

This petition was written with regard to approved petitions numbered: 

12108, 11240, 11625, 11465, 14080, 14077, and 14085

Address of applicant:

Enoch Porter

Fairbanks UAS Photography

303 Beaver Blvd.

North Pole, AK 99705

Phone: (907) 378-9851

Email: porterenoch52@gmail.com

Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety

The high quality DJI NAZA V2 flight controller onboard the f450 UAS 

boasts all the safety enhancing features found aboard the DJI Inspire and DJI
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Phantom series as well as the same advanced flight algorithms. The f450 is 

also the same size as a DJI Phantom and marginally lighter. If the UAS loses 

radio connection with the operator it will rise to a predetermined safe 

elevation and fly back to where it took off. If the battery power falls below a 

DJI recommended level the UAS will also return to the home point in the 

same fashion. The UAS altimeter is set to prevent the UAS from traveling 

over 200 feet. 

The f450 UAS weighs under 15 pounds and any change in sensor payload or 

camera will be noted in the log book, tested in a safe area, and kept under 15 

pounds. The operator will fly under normal conditions at a speed of no more 

than 35 knots and have the capability to hover and move in the vertical and 

horizontal plane simultaneously. The operator will manually operate only in 

visual line of sight and will operate only within the confined areas described 

herein. Given the small size and weight of the UAS involved and the 

restricted sterile environment within which it will operate, Fairbanks UAS 

Photography falls squarely within that zone of safety (an equivalent level of 

safety) in which Congress envisioned that the FAA, by exemption, allows 

commercial operations of UASs to commence. Also due to the size of the 

UASs and the restricted areas in which the relevant UAS will operate, 

approval of the application presents no national security issue.

Fairbanks UAS Photography will always be bound to following these 

limitations and conditions when conducting commercial operations under 

section 333 exemption. 

1. The UAS will weigh less than 15 lbs when carrying a load, is constructed 

by a high reputation company and uses a Multi-copter base application.

2. Flights will be operated manually within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the 

Operator (PIC) and Observers

3. Maximum total flight time for each operational flight will depend on 

battery charge, the average 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 200 feet AGL. The 

DJI Naza V2 flight controller has been programmed to fly no higher than 

200 feet.

5. Minimum two (2) man crew for each UAS operation will consist of the 

Operator and Observer.
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6. The UAS will only operate within a confined and controlled privately 

owned area with owner written permission, or with permission from local 

government in public arias. 

7. Fairbanks UAS Photography will use procedures to document and 

maintain records of the UAS maintenance, preventative maintenance, 

alteration records, and status of replacement/overhaul component parts.

8. A pre-flight safety risk assessment procedure, according to the manual, 

and a briefing will be conducted in regard to the planned UAS operation 

prior to each day’s production activities. It will be mandatory that all 

personnel who will be performing duties within the boundaries of the safety

perimeter be present for this briefing.

9. Spotter (Observer) and Operator will at all times be able to communicate 

by voice.

10. All required permissions and permits will be obtained from state, county 

or city jurisdictions.

11. If the UAS 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.

12. The UAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unpredicted 

obstacles or emergencies.

13. The UAS will not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 

feet horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles 

from the PIC.

14. The PIC will have an aviation sport license. PIC will have training on the 

specific manual to the UAS and a minimum of 7 hours or ten 30 minute 

practice runs with the specific UAS following our guidelines for operation 

pursuant to this petition.

15. UAs will never come within range of power lines, light poles, airports, 

heavily populated areas, or any other environment which may cause 

accidents. 

Only under these conditions will the UAS operate.

Extent of Relief Exemptions list

The requests of this petition are similar to those of Brian Punch, Mr. Jase W. 

Robak, Mr. Todd Thomas of Drone Pics, Brandon Drivon, Mr. Mike Lloyd

Lloyd & Associates, Mr. Scott vigneault of Birds Eye View, and Mr. Brent 

Van Palmer, all of whom have received Section 333 exemptions for 
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comparable aircraft for similar operations. The specific sections of 14 C.F.R 

from which I am seeking exemption are as follows:

14 C.F.R. Part 21;

14 C.F.R. 45.23(b);

14 C.F.R. 61.101(e)(4), & (5);

14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) & (b);

14 C.F.R. 61.133 (a);

14 C.F.R. 61.23(a) & (c);

14 C.F.R. 61.315 (c) (2) & (3);

14 C.F.R 91.7(a)

14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2);

14 C.F.R. 91.103;

14 C.F.R. 91.109(a);

14 C.F.R. 91.119;

14 C.F.R. 91.121;

14 C.F.R. 91.151(a);

14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) & (b);

14 C.F.R. 91.405(a);

14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1);

14 C.F.R. 91.409(a) (2);

14 C.F.R. 91.417 (a)&(b);

Extent of relief requested

This request is submitted in accordance with the Reform Act, 112 P.L. 95 §§ 

331- 334, seeking relief from any currently applicable FARs, operating to 

prevent one from producing commercial flight operations within the national 

airspace system. The Reform Act in Section 332 provides for such 

integration of civil unmanned aircraft systems into our national airspace 

system as it is in the public's interest to do so. Fairbanks UAS Photography’s 

DJI f450 meets the definition of "Small Unmanned Aircraft" as defined in 

Section 331 and therefore the integration of this ultra light weight UAS is 

expressly contemplated by the Reform Act. Fairbanks UAS Photography will 

supply aerial photography, aerial cinematography, aerial filming, 

photography for real estate, construction firms, agricultural modeling, crop 

monitoring operations, aerial mapping, special events to include but not 

limited to weddings, private or public parties/events, business advertising, 

promotional events, geological surveying, and environmental services. 
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Fairbanks UAS Photography cannot sustain itself without obtaining profit 

from its customers; therefore an exemption is required from the above 

mentioned 14 C.F.Rs.

Social Benefit

Within these exemptions, commercially flying this UAS for reality, 

cinematography, and aerial photography will reduce danger by keeping large 

fixed wing aircraft far from delicate Alaskan ecosystems where exhaust and 

noise are harmful and the danger of a high explosive crash are fatal. The 

ultra light electric UASs pose no threat to the wildlife and are quite enough 

to be ignored by animals and local residents. In the reality business 

especially aerial footage can be brought to a reasonable price for the regular 

consumer through UAS integration. As there are many military personnel 

constantly moving in and out of bases in Alaska this is a need which must be 

satisfied. Alaska’s economy is largely based on tourism which could equally 

benefit from fair priced aerial photography. 

Summary for Federal Register

A. 14 C.F.R. 21 and 14 C.F.R. 91: Airworthiness Certificates, Manuals and 

the like. 14 C.F.R. 21, Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, sets 

forth requirements for procurement of necessary airworthiness certificates in 

relation to FAR § 91.203 (a) (1). The size, weight and enclosed operations 

area of my UAS permits exemption from Part 21 because my UAS meets an 

equivalent level of safety pursuant to Section 333 of the Reform Act. The 

FAA is authorized to exempt aircraft from the airworthiness certificate 

requirement under both the Act (49 U.S.C. § 44701 (f) and Section 333

of the Reform Act. Both pieces of legislation permit the FAA to exempt 

UAS's from the airworthiness certificate requirement in consideration of the 

weight, size, speed, maneuverability and proximity to areas such as airports 

and dense populations. The UAS in question meets or exceeds each of the 

elements. 14 C.F.R. 91.7 (a) prohibits the operation of an aircraft without an 

airworthiness certificate. As no such certificate will be applicable in the form

contemplated by the FARs, this Regulation is inapplicable. 14 C.F.R. § 91.9 

(b) (2) requires an aircraft flight manual in the aircraft. As there are no pilots 

or passengers and given the size of the UAS, this Regulation is inapplicable. 
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An equivalent level of safety will be achieved by maintaining a manual. The 

FAA has previously issued exemptions to this regulation in Exemption Nos. 

8607, 8737, 8738, 9299, 9299A, 9565, 9565B, 10167, maintenance program 

that involves regular software updates and curative measures for any 

damaged hardware. Therefore, an equivalent level of safety will be achieved.

Respectfully, 

Enoch Porter

Fairbanks UAS Photography

303 Beaver Blvd.

North Pole, AK 99705

Phone: (907) 378-9851

Email: porterenoch52@gmail.com
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Naza-M V2

Quick Start Guide V 1.28

2015.06.12 Revision

For Firmware Version V4.04 or above

& Assistant Software Version V2.40 or above

Thank you for purchasing this DJI product. Please strictly follow these steps to mount and connect this system on 

your aircraft, as well as to install the Assistant Software on your computer.

Please regularly check the web page of corresponding product* at our website www.dji.com, which is 

updated regularly. Product information, technical updates and manual corrections will be available on this web

page. Due to unforeseen changes or product upgrades, the information contained in this manual is subject to 

change without notice.

* Important: Naza-M, Naza-M V2 and PHANTOM control system are different in hardware parts, but their 

configurations and functions are the same when using the same Assistant Software and Firmware Version, so they

use the same Guide. Unless stated, the following instruction is basic on Naza-M V2. If you use the Naza-M, please 

make sure to read the “Instruction of V1 (also known as Naza-M)” section; if you use the PHANTOM, download the 

other corresponding manuals on the PHANTOM web page.

This manual is only for basic assembly and configuration; you can obtain more details and advanced instructions 

when using the assistant software. To assure you have the latest information, please visit our website and download 

the latest manual and current software version.

If you have any problem that you cannot solve during usage, please contact your authorized dealer.
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Index

INDEX...............................................................................................................................................................................2

INSTRUCTION.................................................................................................................................................................3

DISCLAIMER & WARNING .................................................................................................................................................... 3

TRADEMARK ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4

CERTIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................. 4

SYMBOL INSTRUCTION......................................................................................................................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION ........................................................................................................................................5

STEP1 PORT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................................... 5

STEP2 ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION ......................................................................................................................................... 6

ASSISTANT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION............................................................................ 7

STEP1 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................... 7

STEP2 CONFIGURATION BY ASSISTANT ON A PC ........................................................................................................................ 8

BASIC FLYING............................................................................................................................................................... 10

CONTROL MODE KNOWLEDGE............................................................................................................................................ 10

START & STOP MOTOR KNOWLEDGE.................................................................................................................................... 10

STEP1 COMPASS CALIBRATION ............................................................................................................................................ 12

STEP2 ASSEMBLY CHECKING LIST......................................................................................................................................... 13

STEP3 BEFORE FLIGHT ...................................................................................................................................................... 13

STEP4 FLYING TEST........................................................................................................................................................... 14

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................16

A1 FAILSAFE ................................................................................................................................................................... 16

A2 LOW-VOLTAGE ALERT................................................................................................................................................... 17

A3 INTELLIGENT ORIENTATION CONTROL (IOC) FLIGHT (WITH GPS MODULE)............................................................................... 18

A4 RECEIVER ADVANCED PROTECTION FUNCTION................................................................................................................... 21

A5 FLIGHT LIMITS ............................................................................................................................................................ 22

APPENDIX .....................................................................................................................................................................23

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................... 23

MC/PMUFIRMWARE UPGRADE ........................................................................................................................................ 24

LED DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................................ 25

INSTRUCTION OF V1 (ALSO KNOWN AS NAZA-M).................................................................................................. 26

V1 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTION......................................................................................................................................... 26

V1 IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PMU V2 (ACCESSORY OF NAZA-M V2)......................................................................................... 26

V1 PORT DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................................................................... 27

V1 SPECIFICATION ............................................................................................................................................................ 28

FAQ................................................................................................................................................................................29

ABNORMAL LED INDICATION LIST........................................................................................................................................ 29

FIX THE TBE (TOILET BOWL EFFECT) PROBLEM....................................................................................................................... 29

SHOULD YOU FIND THE MULTI-ROTOR DOES NOT TRACK STRAIGHT IN FORWARD FLIGHT. ................................................................... 30

MOTORS START FAILURE CAUSED BY TX STICK(S) MID-POINT ERROR TOO BIG ................................................................................. 30

ATTITUDE CONTROLLABLE WHENONE MOTOR OUTPUT IS FAILED.............................................................................................. 31

WHEN USED WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS .............................................................................................................................. 31
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Instruction

Disclaimer & Warning

Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the product. By using this product, you hereby 

agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read them fully. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT 

SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE UNDER THE AGE OF 18.

This product is an autopilot system designed for serious multi-rotor enthusiasts providing excellent self-leveling and 

altitude holding, which completely takes the stress out of flying RC multi-rotors for both professional and hobby 

applications. Despite the system having a built-in autopilot system and our efforts in making the operation of the 

controller as safe as possible when the main power battery is connected, we strongly recommend users to remove 

all propellers when calibrating and setting parameters. Make sure all connections are good, and keep children and 

animals away during firmware upgrade, system calibration and parameter setup. DJI Innovations accepts no liability 

for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product in the following conditions:

1. Damage(s) or injuries incurred when users are drunk, taking drugs, drug anesthesia, dizziness, fatigue, nausea 

and any other conditions no matter physically or mentally that could impair your ability.

2. Damage(s) or injuries caused by subjective intentional operations. Any mental damage compensation caused 

by accident.

3. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate.

4. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-DJI accessories and parts.

5. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake DJI products.

6. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation or subjective mis-judgment.

7. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging.

8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by continued flying after low voltage protection alarm is triggered.

9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft in abnormal condition (such as water , oil, soil, 

sand and other unknown material ingress into the aircraft or the assembly is not completed, the main 

components have obvious faults, obvious defect or missing accessories).

10. Damage(s) or injuries caused by flying in the following situations such as the aircraft in magnetic interference 

area, radio interference area, government regulated no-fly zones or the pilot is in backlight, blocked, fuzzy 

sight, and poor eyesight is not suitable for operating and other conditions not suitable for operating.

11. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using in bad weather, such as a rainy day or windy (more than moderate 

breeze), snow, hail, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes etc.

12. Damage(s) or injuries caused when the aircraft is in the following situations: collision, fire, explosion, floods, 

tsunamis, subsidence, ice trapped, avalanche, debris flow, landslide, earthquake, etc.

13. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material recorded by the use of 

aircraft.

14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery, protection circuit, RC model and battery chargers.

15. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of DJI Innovations liability.
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Trademark

DJI and Naza-M are registered trademarks of DJI Innovations. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this 

manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are 

copyrighted by DJI Innovations with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in 

any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI Innovations. No patent liability is assumed with 

respect to the use of the product or information contained herein.

Certifications

This product is approved with quality standards such as CE, FCC and RoHS.

Symbol Instruction

Forbidden(Important) Cautions Tip Reference
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T: For throttle control

R: For rudder control

U: For Control Model Switch 

X1: For gimbal pitch control / F 

X2: For D-Bus(S-Bus/S-Bus2 c 

X3: For voltage monitor(Conne

M1: 

M2: 

M3: 

M4: 

M5: 

M6: 

F1: T 

F2: T 

NAZ

Extended CAN port EXP: Connect to Main

Controller EXP port

Assembly & Connection

In the Box:

Main controller X1, PMU X1, GPS X1, GPS Bracket X1, LED X1, Servo Cable X8, Micro-USB Cable X1, 3M Adhesive

Tape.

Step1 Port Description

EXP:Connect to PMU module

LED:Connect to LED module

A: For roll control (left/right)

E: For pitch control (front/back)

or gain tuning

ompatible) / For gain tuning / For IOC switch

ct to PMU V-SEN port)

Pointing to the aircraft nose direction

Main Controller

To #1 ESC(*) 

To #2 ESC

To #3 ESC 

To #4 ESC 

To #5 ESC 

To #6 ESC

o gimbal roll servo or To #7 ESC

o gimbal pitch servo or To #8 ESC 

A output is 400Hz refresh frequency

V-SEN: Connect to Main Controller X3Port 

Important: the continuous output of the 

PMU is 3A@5V, and the maximum

instant current is 7.5A. If PMU cannot afford 

the working current for your servos, please 

use an independent power supply; otherwise, 

it may cause the PMU safeguard and lead to

the main controller reboot。

Main Controller

PMU

(Power Management Unit)

2S~6S: Powered by 2S~6S LiPo(7.4V~26.0V)

GPS: Connect to GPS/Compass module

Connect to Main Controller LED port

Micro-USB: PC connection 

for parameter configuration 

and firmware upgrade

LED

Pointing to the aircraft nose direction

Connect to GPS port of PMU

GPS/Compass

*ESC: Electronic Speed Controller
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gummed paper pro

)

he

der PMU Module

a 3- Mount:DO NOT attach the PMU

other device. Sufficient air flow o

AILE 

ELEV

(JR) THRO

RUDD

3-position Switch

A 

E

T MC 

R

U

1

(Futaba 2

/Hitec) 3

3-position Switch

A 

E

T MC 

R

U

Step2 Assembly & Connection

Step1 Prepare an aircraft, supported the following Mixed Types.

The direction of the arrow in diagram indicates the rotation direction of the motor/propeller.

Important:To coaxial propellers: Blue propeller is at TOP; Red propeller is at Bottom. Otherwise all propellers are at top.

Quad-rotor I Quad-rotor X Hexa-rotor I Hexa-rotor V Hexa-rotor IY

ESC & MC Connection

Hexa-rotor Y Octo-rotor I Octo-rotor V Octo-rotor X

Aircraft

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

M7

M8

Main Controller

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

F1

F2

Note: The NAZA-M V2 flight control system doesn't support Gimbal function when used on the Octo-rotor aircraft.

For big aircraft that is larger than 650 or with heavy load, WKM is recommended.

Step2 Assembly and Connection

Main Controller(MC)

Mount:(1)The DJI logo should face the sky, DO 

NOT mount the MC upside-down. (2)The MC sides

should be parallel to the aircraft body. (3)The arrow 

should point to the nose direction of aircraft. (4)he 

MC is best positioned near the airc raf t’s center of 

gravity. Make sure all ports are accessible.

T i p : It is recommended to f i x the MC until all

wirings and configurations are completed, using 3M

vided to fix the MC.

ESCs & Motors

Please use the ESCs and motors recommended by the manufacturer 

of your aircraft. We recommend you use DJI motors and ESCs (Refer 

to its manual for details). Connect all ESCs to MC by the motor 

numbering method introduced in mixed types Supported .

Important:If you use 3rd party ESCs, make sure the ESCs travel

midpoint is at 1520us. DO NOT use 700us travel midpoint ESC, as it 

may lead aircraft to fly away or cause injury and damage. After ESCs 

connection , calibrate ESCs one by one through the receiver directly 

before connect them to your MC, Make sure program all of them into 

Governor off, Break off and Normal Start up to get best experience.

Traditional Receiver

S-Bus/S-Bus2/PPM Receiver

ESCs

Gimbal

Connect the gimbal servos to 

the ports of F1 and F2 if a 

gimbal is used, and use the 

software for configurations.

F2

Power Supply

Roll

Pitch

Transmitter(TX) & Receiver(RX 

(1)Refer to you TX Manual, setup t 

Ai le ron , Ele vat o r, Th rot t le, Rud 

channels on your TX first, and choose 

position switch as control mode switch.

(2)Attach the matched RX to aircraft, then the PMU is highly recommended.

on 

ver

F1

(Optional)GPS/Compass 

Mount:GPS/Compass is sensitive to 

magnetic interference, should be far 

away from any electronic devices. If

you use your own mounting rod,

make sure it is NOT magnetic!

Procedures:

connect your RX to the right ports on MC.

The following diagram shows the 

connection example for traditional RX.

4

Step3 Double Check

Tip:If use with DJI multi-rotor, you

can solder the power cable to power 

pads on frame bottom board. Please 

refer to DJI multi-rotor manual for 

details. If use with 3rd part aircraft, 

y o u c a n m a k e a c o n n e c t e r b y 

yourself to connect PMU and battery.

LED Module Mount:Make sure

You can see the light during the

flight. Leave the USB interface to be

accessible. Use the

3M gummed paper provided to fix.

(1)You should use epoxy resin AB 

glue to assemble the GPS bracket 

first. Mount the bracket on the

center plate of craft. Position the

bracket at least 10 cm from any

propeller.

(2)The DJI logo marked on the GPS

s h o u l d f a c e t h e s k y , w i t h t h e 

orientation arrow pointing directly 

forward. then fix the GPS on the plate 

of the bracket (by 3M glue provided).

Tip:The GPS/Compass is packaged

with a spe cial ind i cat ion line f or 

mounting for the first time.

In this step, turn on the transmitter, connect the battery to the PMU, and then watch the LED, if you can see the LED blinks

( ), the system is working.
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Assistant Software Installation and Configuration

Step1 Software and Driver Installation

Installing and running on Windows

1. Please download the driver and the Assistant installation software in EXE format from www.dji.com.

2. Switch on the transmitter and then power on your autopilot system.

3. Connect your autopilot system and PC via a Micro-USB cable.

4. Open the driver installation software and follow the instructions to complete installation.

5. Run the Assistant installation software and follow the instructions to complete installation.

The installer in EXE format is supported on Win XP, Win7, Win8 (32 or 64 bit).

Installing and running on Mac OS X

1. Download the Assistant installer in DMG format from the download page of NAZA-M V2 on the DJI

website.

2. Run the installation software and follow the prompts to finish installation.

3. When launching for the first time if use Launchpad to run the NAZA-M V2 Assistant Software, Launchpad

won’t allow access because the software has not been reviewed by Mac App Store.
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4. Locate the NAZA-M V2 icon in the Finder and open the file by Control or right clicking the icon and

selecting “Open” from the menu.

5. After the first successful launch, double-clicking the NAZA-M V2 icon in the Finder or using Launchpad 

will open the application.

Installer in DMG format is supported on Mac OS X 10.6 or above.

The NAZA-M V2 Assistant on Mac OS X and Windows are exactly the same. The Assistant appear in

other places of this manual is based on Windows version.

Step2 Configuration by Assistant on a PC

1. Power on the PC. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet for the first time you use.

2. Switch on the transmitter first, and then power on the autopilot system. Connect the autopilot system to 

the PC with a Micro-USB cable. DO NOT break the connection until setup is finished.

3. Run the Assistant Software.

4. Observe the indicators on the left bottom of the software. ( They are the connection indicator and 

communication indicator in order.) If the communication indicator is blinking, that the software is ready,

please go to next step.

5. Select the “Info” option. Check the software firmware version. If the upgrade is available, you may update 

the assistant software.
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6. Select the “Upgrade” option. Check the Main Controller, GPS and IMU firmware version.

7. Select the “Basic” option. Please follow step-by-step for your first-time-configuration. Basic configuration 

is necessary, including Mixer Type, Mounting, RC, and Gain settings.

8. You can click the “Advanced” option for more parameter settings. Advanced setting is optional. There are 

settings of Motor, FailSafe, Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC), Gimbal, Low-Voltage Alert, and Flight 

Limits. Read the instruction in the assistant software to obtain more details.

9. Select the “Viewer” option to check all parameters.

10. Then break the Micro-USB cable, power off the aircraft. Finished.

(1) You may be required to fill register information for your first-time-usage.

(2) If the communication indicator is blue on, please double check the connections. 

 (3) Basic configuration is necessary before you go to the “Basic Flying Test” .

(4) Users are required to install a Windows system, since the software can only run on Windows 

system .

(1) If the firmware upgrade is available, please upgrade it by referring to the Firmware Upgrade

in the Appendix.

(2) Thisstep is required to use together with the assistant software to obtain more details.

Configuration Information

Aircraft

Configuration Information

Motor ESC Propeller Battery Weight

S900 DJI-4216 DJI-40A Z-BLADE-17 × 6.0 Inch 6S-12000 6800g

F450 DJI-2312 DJI-20A Z-BLADE-9.4 × 5.0 Inch 4S-5000 890g

F550 DJI-2312 DJI-20A Z-BLADE-9.4 × 5.0 Inch 4S-5000 1530g

Recommended Parameters

Aircraft

Basic Gain Attitude Gain Max Angular Rate

Pitch Roll Yaw Vertical Pitch Roll Pitch Roll

S900 100 100 100 100 160 160 220 220

F450 95 95 70 100 100 100 300 300

F550 110 100 80 100 100 100 300 300
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Basic Flying

Control Mode Knowledge

Please read the Control Mode Knowledge clearly before usage, to know how to control the aircraft.

Different control modes will give you different flight performances. Please make sure you understand the features 

and differences of the three control modes.

GPS ATTI. Mode

(With GPS Module)

ATTI. Mode Manual Mode

Rudder Angular 

Velocity 

Command

Linearity

Maximum rudder angular velocity is 150°/s

YES

Command Stick

Meaning

Multi attitude control; Stick center position for 0 ̊

attitude, its endpoint is 35 ̊.

Max-angular velocity is 150°/s. 

No attitude angle limitation

and vertical velocity locking.

Altitude Lock Maintain the altitude best above 1 meter from ground. NO 

Lock position if GPS signal

Stick Released

is adequate.

When GPS signal has been

Only attitude stabilizing. NOT Recommend

Only performing attitude

GPS Lost lost for 3s, system enters

ATTI. Mode automatically.

stabilizing without 

position lock.

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Attitude & speed mixture control ensures stability

Safety

Enhanced Fail-Safe(Position 

lock when hovering)

Auto Level Fail-Safe

(Attitude stabilizing)

Depends on experience.

With GPS/Compass module and the failsafe requirements are satisfied, in each Control

Mode (including GPS Mode, ATTI. Mode, Manual Mode and IOC Mode), the aircraft will 

enter the failsafe Mode.

Applications AP work Sports flying. ---

Start & Stop Motor Knowledge

(1) Both Immediately Mode and Intelligent Mode are available in the Assistant Software: 

 Advanced->Motor->Stop Type.

(2) Stop Motor method is defaulted to Immediately Mode. 

Please get to know well about this section before flying.

1 Start Motor: Pushing throttle stick before takeoff will not start the motors. You have to execute any one of

following four Combination Stick Commands (CSC) to start the motors:
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2 Stop Motor: We provide two options to stop motors in the assistant software: Immediately and Intelligent.

(1) Immediately Mode: If you select this mode, in any control mode, once motors start and throttle stick is 

over 10%, motors will not stop immediately only when throttle stick is back under 10% the motors will 

stop. In this case, if you push the throttle stick over 10% within 5 seconds after motors stop, motors

will re-start, CSC is not needed. If you don’t push throttle stick after motors start in three seconds, 

motors will stop automatically.

(2) Intelligent Mode: By using this mode, different control mode has different way of stopping motors. In 

Manual Mode, only executing CSC can stop motors. In ATTI. Mode or GPS ATTI. Mode, any one of 

following four cases will stop motors:

a) You don’t push throttle stick after motors start within three seconds;

b) Executing CSC;

c) Throttle stick under 10%, and after landing for more than 3 seconds. 

d) If the angle of multi-rotor is over 70°, and throttle stick under 10%.

Notes of Intelligent Mode

 (1) In ATTI. / GPS ATTI. Mode, it has landing judgment, which will stop motors.

(2) Start motors in ATTI. / GPS ATTI. Mode, you have to execute CSC and then push throttle stick

over 10% in 3 seconds, otherwise motors will stop after 3 seconds.

(3) During normal flight, only pull throttle stick under 10% will not stop motors in any control mode. 

(4) For safety reason, when the slope angle of multi-rotor is over 70° during the flight in ATTI. /

GPS ATTI. Mode (may be caused by collision, motor and ESC error or propeller broken down), 

and throttle stick is under 10%, motors will stop automatically.

Notes of Intelligent Mode & Immediately Mode

(1) If you choose the Immediately Mode, you should not pull throttle stick under 10% during flight, 

because it will stop motors. If you do it accidentally, you should push the throttle stick over 10% 

in 5s to re-start motors.

(2) DO NOT execute the CSC during normal flight without any reason, or it will stop motors at

once.

(1) If you choose the Intelligent mode, and the throttle stick is under 10%, this will trigger the 

landing Procedure, in any control mode. In this judgment, pitch, roll and yaw controls are denied 

except the throttle, but multi-rotor will still auto level.

(2) In any control mode, DO NOT pull throttle stick under 10% during normal flight without any

reason.

 (1) Any of these two cut off types will only work properly if TX calibration is correct done.

(2) In failed-safe, CSC is denied by the main controller, motors will hold their state.
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Step1 Compass Calibration

Without GPS module, please skip this step. If you use with GPS module, follow step-by-step for calibration.

(1) DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is magnetic interference, such as magnetite, car 

park, and steel reinforcement under the ground.

 (2) DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as keys or cell phones.

(3) Compass module CANNOT work in the polar circle.

(4) Compass Calibration is very important, otherwise the system will work abnormal.

Calibration Procedures

1. Switch on the transmitter, and then power on autopilot system!

2. Quickly switch the control mode switch from GPS Mode to Manual Mode and back to GPS Mode (or 

from GPS Mode to ATTI. Mode and back to GPS Mode) for more than 5 times, The LED indicator will 

turn on constantly yellow so that the aircraft is ready for the calibration.

3. (Fig.1) Hold your Multi-rotor horizontal and rotate it around the gravitational force line (about 360

o

) until

the LED changes to constant green, and then go to the next step.

4. (Fig.2)Hold your Multi-rotor vertically and rotate it (its nose is downward) around the gravitational force 

line (about 360

o

) until the LED turns off, meaning the calibration is finished.

Fig.1 Fig.2

5. If the calibration was successful, calibration mode will exit automatically. If the LED keeps flashing quickly 

Red, the calibration has failed. Switch the control mode switch one time to cancel the calibration, and 

then re-start from step 2.

 (1) When the GPS is abnormal, the Main controller will tell you by the LED blinking Red and Yellow 

alternately ( ), disable the GPS Module, and automatically enter the aircraft into the

ATTI. Mode.

(2) You don’t need to rotate your multi-rotor on a precise horizontal or vertical surface, but keep at 

least 45° difference between horizontal and vertical calibration.

(3) If you keep having calibration failure, it might suggest that there is very strong magnetic 

interference around the GPS /Compass module, please avoid flying in this area.

(4) When to do re-calibration

a) The flight field is changed.

b) When the multi-rotor mechanical setup has changed:

 If the GPS/Compass module is re-positioned.

 If electronic devices are added/removed/ re-positioned (Main Controller, servos, 

batteries, etc.).

 When the mechanical structure of the multi-rotor is changed.
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c) If the flight direction appears to be shifting (meaning the multi-rotor doesn’t “fly 

straight”).

d) The LED indicator often indicates abnormality blinking when the multi-rotor spins. (It is

normal for this to happen only occasionally)

Step2 Assembly Checking List

Please check each item, to make sure for safety.

Any of the following mistakes will lead to a dangerous accident, double check all these items: 

(1) Rotation direction of motor is opposite

(2) Infirm connection between the motor and the ESC

 (3) Wrong or infirm installation of Main controller

(4) Wrong or infirm connection between the main controller and ESC. 

(5) Propeller installation mistake

(6) Magnetization of the compass

Make sure the following items are correct.

(1) Make sure you have assembled your multi-rotor correctly.

 (2) Make sure you have done the configuration procedure correctly. 

(3) Make sure all connections are in good condition.

(4) Make sure batteries are fully charged for your transmitter, autopilot system and all devices.

Step3 Before Flight

Carry out the following procedures (is based on Intelligent Mode of Motor Stop) to make sure all 

configurations are correct. Refer to the Appendix->LED Description for more LED details.

1. Always switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor!

2. Keep the aircraft stationary until the system start and self-check has finished ( ).

After that, the LED may blink Yellow 4 times quickly ( ). Start motor is disable during LED blinking

Yellow 4 times quickly ( ), as the system is warming up.

3. After the 4 times Yellow LED disappears, toggle the control mode switch on your transmitter to make sure it 

is working properly. For example, LED blinks ( ), which means the system is in ATTI. Mode and the 

GPS signal is worst Check it with LED indicator to specify the current working mode for MC. See following 

table for details about LED indicator;

(1) There are Manual Mode and ATTI. Mode without a GPS/Compass module, no GPS signal status LED

indicator.

(2) After connecting to the GPS/Compass module, GPS ATTI. Mode is available, and GPS signal status

LED indicator is available.
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Control Mode LED Indicator GPS Signal Status LED Indicator

Manual Mode: NO LED

ATTI. Mode: ( indicates that is stick(s) not at center) 

GPS Mode: ( indicates that is stick(s) not at center)

Signal is best (GPS satellites > 6) : NO LED 

Signal is well(GPS satellites = 6) :

Signal is bad(GPS satellites = 5) :

Signal is worst (GPS satellites< 5) :

4. Keep the aircraft stationary, and then push both sticks to the left bottom or right bottom (shown as the

following chart, defined as Combination Stick Commands (CSC)), to start the motors.

5. Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the mid point, and the throttle stick under the mid 

point. Then check whether all propellers are rotating correctly.

6. Stop motors, power off the Multi-rotor.

7. Make sure all settings and configurations are correct and then you can take off you aircraft.

After power on, if abnormal LED Indicator occurs, please refer to the Abnormal LED instruction in the FAQ and 

aids troubleshooting.

Step4 Flying Test

1. Choose an open space without obstruction, tall buildings and crowds as flying filed. Place the aircraft 3 

meters away from you and others, to avoid accidental injury.

2. If in GPS ATTI. Mode, place the aircraft in an open space without buildings or trees. Take off the aircraft 

after 6 or more GPS satellites are found (Red LED blinks once or no blinking). If in Manual Mode or ATTI. 

Mode, you can skip this step.

3. Start-up

(1) Switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor! Keep the aircraft stationary until the 

system start and self-check has finished.

(2) Please wait for the system to warm up gradually with the LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly

( ). You should not start the motors until the blinking disappears. 

(3) Keep the aircraft stationary, and execute the CSC to start the motors.

(4) Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the mid point, at the same time raise the 

throttle stick from the bottom. The motors will stop if you do not push the throttle stick from the 

bottom within 3 sec and you will need to re-start the motors.

(5) Keep raising the throttle stick until all the rotors are working, push the throttle stick to the mid point 

and then take-off your multi-rotor gently, pay attention not to push the stick excessively.
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(6) Pay attention to the aircraft movement at any time when flying, and use the sticks to adjust the 

aircraft’s position. Keep the yaw, roll, pitch and throttle sticks at the mid point to hover the aircraft 

at the desired height.

4. Lower the aircraft slowly. Pull the throttle stick to the bottom and then execute the CSC to stop the motors 

after landing.

5. Please always power off the Multi-rotor first, and then switch off the transmitter after landing.

FLYING NOTES(VERY IMPORTANT)!!!

(1) If the warm up waiting is longer than 2 minutes (the 4 times Yellow blink continues), please power 

off for 10 minutes, cold start, and then connect the assistant software, enter the "Tools" - > IMU 

calibration, carry out the Advanced calibration.

(2) If you enable the Immediately Mode of Motor Stop; you should not pull throttle stick under 10% 

during flight, because it will stop motors. If you do it accidentally, you should push the throttle 

stick over 10% in 5s to re-start motors.

(3) DO NOT execute the CSC during normal flight without any reason, or it will stop motors at once.

(4) Pay attention to the GPS satellite status LED indicator. Bad GPS signal may lead the aircraft to 

 drift when hovering.

(5) DO NOT fly near to ferromagnetic substances, to avoid strong magnetic interference with the

GPS.

(6) Please avoid using GPS ATTI. Mode in the areas, where GPS signal is most likely bad. 

(7) If the LED flashes quickly Red then this indicates battery voltage is low, land ASAP.

(8) If the transmitter indicates low-battery alarm, please land ASAP. In this condition the transmitter 

may cause the aircraft to go out of control or even crash.

(9) In GPS ATTI. Mode, make sure that the home point is recorded when the GPS signal is well;

otherwise the home point recording may be not so precise.

(1) In ATTI Mode, throttle stick center position is for 0m/s along the vertical direction. You should 

keep the position of throttle stick higher than 10% from cut-throttle during the flight! In any 

control mode, DO NOT pull throttle stick under 10% during normal flight without any reason.

(2) It is recommended to land the aircraft slowly, to prevent the aircraft from damage when landing.

(3) If Low-Voltage Alarm is set, the aircraft will act according to the configuration of the Assistant

Software once Low-Voltage Alarm is triggered. Make sure you remember what you have set 

before.

(4) If Fail-Safe function is set, the aircraft will act according to the configuration of the Assistant

Software once Fail-Safe is triggered. Make sure you remember what you have set before.
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What triggered failsafe

The aircraft behavior 

after failsafe

Howto regain control

Precautions

Advanced Functions

A1 FailSafe

An introduction of Go-Home and Landing.

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Home-point: Before takeoff, current position of multi-rotor will be saved as home-point by MC automatically when 

you start the motors for the first time after 6 or more GPS satellites are found (red light blinks once or no blinking)

for 10 seconds.

(1) Please make sure to record the home-point before takeoff, and clearly know where it is.

(2) During go-home the nose direction of the aircraft is facing toward the home-point, the aircraft is

flying directly from the current position to the home-point.

(3) You can regain the control during the aircraft is hovering 15 seconds.

The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control

This section will demonstrate the working logic of failsafe and how to regain control. 

The following description is effective only when:

1. The aircraft is in flight.

2. The GPS works normally and signal is good (≥6 satellite, the LED blinks a single 

red light or no red light).

(1) The aircraft 

flies far away,

TX is on but the 

signal is weak.

Attitude Mode: (1) the aircraft will level its attitude 

immediately (2) 3 seconds later, failsafe is triggered and 

aircraft will start to go home. (3) If signal is regained during 

(1) or (2), it will resume normal flight immediately.

GPS Mode: (1) the aircraft will slow down and hover. (2) if 

the signal is restored within 3 seconds (TX and receiver 

connected), the system will immediately return to normal 

operation; does not enter failsafe. (3) if not reconnected 

within 3sec, the system will enter failsafe, then even if the 

signal is restored, the system will not exit failsafe.

Attitude Mode: In Attitude Mode as 

soon as you get signal you can 

regain control.

GPS Mode: switch the TX mode 

switch to ATTI, if the receiver is 

connected, then you will regain 

control.

(2)Turn off the 

TX (we assume 

you want to 

trigger failsafe)

In this case, the behavior of the aircraft is the same as in 

the above condition.

If you want the aircraft to Return Home, please do not turn 

the TX back on within 3 seconds*, otherwise the aircraft

will exit failsafe mode immediately.

If you choose to turn off the TX, 

you must be pretty sure that you 

know how to regain control. Here 

we offer a method, please read 

carefully.

We strongly recommend you DO NOT try this, because there are three 

types of risk:

(1) You must be pretty clear whether the Home-point is OK for landing or 

not. (You have to understand the definition of Home-point well and the 

working process of failsafe)

(2) If there are tall buildings around, the aircraft may be obstructed on the 

way.

(3) When GPS signal is bad or GPS is not working, failsafe will not work.

When you turn off the TX, use the following 

method to regain control:

(1) Switch the TX switch to GPS.

(2) and then put throttle to the center 

position(greater than 3sec after switching off, 

important), you can now turn the TX back on. 

(3) then you can switch the TX Control mode 

switch to ATTI to regain control.

Note: if you start the motors, but do not push the throttle to take-off the aircraft, in this case it is very dangerous to turn 

off the TX, because the aircraft will take off automatically, so do not try this.

* If signal lost for more than 3 seconds failsafe will be triggered, if signal regained within 3 seconds it will exit failsafe immediately.
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A2 Low-Voltage Alert

In order to prevent your multi-rotor from a crash or other harmful consequences caused by low battery voltage, 

there are two levels of low voltage protection available to use. You can choose to use or not to use them; however 

we strongly recommend using the protections if available! Low-Voltage Alert is to indicate that the battery cannot 

provide enough power for the aircraft, in order to warn you to land the aircraft ASAP. You can configure this 

function in the assistant software, and please read the text in the software carefully before your flight. Make sure to 

carry out the Current Voltage Calibration.

There are both first level and second level protections. The first level protection has LED warning. During second 

level protection the aircraft will land automatically with LED warning. Meanwhile the center point of throttle stick 

will move up slowly to 90% of endpoint, you should land ASAP to prevent your aircraft from crashing!

It is not for fun, you should land your aircraft ASAP to prevent your aircraft from crashing or other harmful

consequences!!!

(1) Configure the FailSafe function in the assistant software -> “Advanced” -> “F/S” and read the 

instruction thoroughly and carefully.

(2) Configure the Low-Voltage Alert function in the assistant software -> “Advanced” -> “Voltage”

and read the instruction thoroughly and carefully.
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IOC Switch 

IOC Function OFF Course Lock Home Lock

A3 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Flight (with GPS module)

Definition of Forward Direction:

Multi -rotor will fly along this direction when you push the elevator stick ( ).

Step1 Before You Start

Usually, the forward direction of a flying multi-rotor is the same as the nose direction. By using IOC, wherever the 

nose points, the forward direction has nothing to do with nose direction. The red and blue arrows on the transmitter 

are corresponding to pitch and roll operations in the following diagram.

 In course lock flying, the forward direction is the same as a recorded nose direction. All the following 

requirements are met: the autopilot system is in ATTI. Mode or GPS ATTI. Mode.

Normal flying Course Lock Flying

 In home lock flying, the forward direction is the same as the direction from home point to multi-rotor. All the 

following requirements are met: 6 or more GPS satellites are found, in GPS ATTI. Mode, and the aircraft is 

further than 10m away from the home point.

Normal flying Home Lock Flying

Step2 IOC Switch Setting

Before using the IOC function, you have to choose a 3-position switch on your transmitter as the IOC switch, which 

is also used for recording the orientation, home position in corresponding modes. Refer to the assistant software; 

click the “Advanced” to find the “IOC”.

 The above table is for example. The function of the switch position may be reversed since the 

normal/reversed setting of the switch channel. Toggle the switch and observe the slider position of

channel X2 on the assistant software screen, the corresponding area should turn blue.
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Step3 Method of Forward Direction and Home Point Recording

If you use the IOC function, please be aware of the Forward Direction of Course Lock Flying, and the home point of

Home Lock Flying. There are two ways to record the forward direction and the home point: Manually and

Automatically. You may choose any one record method. The LED will blink Green quickly if successfully recorded.

Course Lock Home Lock

Automatically

30 seconds after you power on the 

autopilot system.

Before takeoff, the current position of the aircraft 

will be saved as home point when you start the 

motors for the first time after 6 or more GPS

satellites have been found for 10 seconds.

Manually

30 seconds after you power on the 

autopilot system. Toggle the IOC switch 

from Off to Course Lock, and back to Off

quickly 3 to 5 times.

After 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

And the aircraft can be hovering. Toggle the IOC 

switch from Course Lock to Home Lock, and back

to Course Lock quickly 3 to 5 times.

 DO NOT toggle the switch between Off to Home Lock, since it may change the recording of the

Forward Direction of Course Lock.

Step4 IOC Flying Test

Then you can do Course Lock and Home Lock flying test.

Carry out an IOC flight by the following procedure. The Control Mode LED will blink Yellow and Green 

alternatively ( ) to indicate the IOC mode only when the main controller is really to fly in Course Lock, Home

Lock modes.

During the

STEP1: Record STEP2: ON STEP3: OFF STEP4: ON again 

same flight

Course Lock

Switch Setting

Record the 

Forward 

Direction

Set Control Mode switch at

GPS or ATTI. position,

Toggle IOC switch from OFF

to Course Lock position

Toggle IOC switch 

to OFF position

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Course 

Lock position

Home Lock

Switch Setting

Record the

Home Point

Set Control Mode switch at

GPS position,

Toggle IOC switch from OFF

to Home Lock position

Toggle IOC switch 

to OFF position

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Home 

Lock position

Aircraft m ction when pull pitch stick Aircraft moving direction when pull roll stick

Home point Aircraft(the arrow is pointing to the direction of the aircraft nose)
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IOC FLYING NOTES!!!

(1) When Multi-rotor is flying by home lock far away from you and the home point, please DO NOT 

toggle the IOC switch many times quickly so as to avoid the change of home point without your 

attention.

 (1) Home lock flying requires that 6 or more GPS satellites are found and the aircraft is further than

10m away from the home point.

(2) If the IOC flying requirement is not satisfied, the autopilot system will quit IOC control mode.

Please be aware of the LED indicator, to know the current control mode of the autopilot system.

 (1) Blinking indications of IOC are:

a) Before motors start: blink, all sticks (except throttle stick) return to center;

blink, stick(s) (except throttle stick) not at center.

b) After motors start and throttle stick is over 10% in 3 seconds: blink, all sticks return 

to center; blink, stick(s) not at center.

(2) Before you do the home lock flight, you have to fly the aircraft out of the 10m range around

home point, and then flip the IOC switch to Home Lock position to fly in home lock when all the 

requirements are met. If you have already toggled the IOC switch to Home Lock position when 

the aircraft is still in 10m range around home point, and this is the first time you are going to fly 

in home lock during the current flight, then if all the requirements are met, the main controller 

will change into home lock automatically when Multi-rotor flies out the 10m range around home 

point.

(3) When flying in Home Lock mode, if any of the following situations happen, then the system will 

quit Home Lock flying and automatically enter Course Lock flying. The aircraft will fly in Course 

Lock using the earlier forward direction.

a) The aircraft fly’s within 10m range of the home point.

b) You toggle the control mode switch to the ATTI. Mode.

c) The GPS signal becomes bad (The GPS signal LED is blinking Red twice or three times).

(4) We suggest that you should know clearly which flight lock method you are going to fly, and you 

know the locked forward direction or home point, before you switch on IOC mode during the 

flight.
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A4 Receiver Advanced Protection Function

You are asked to enable this function by connecting to the Assistant Software, please set it at the section of

Basic->R/C-> Receiver Advanced Protection.

If you choose enable it, the FailSafe will be triggered if the following situations occur during flight. 

According to the difference of the aircraft height, there are two situations.

1. Lower than 100m, the A/E/R channel is not at the mid point.

2. Higher than 100m, the A/E/R channel is not at the mid point or the throttle stick is above the mid point. In

the GPS Mode or ATTI. Mode, ifthe requirement a) or b) is satisfied, and the output data of four channels 

A/E/R/T have not changed for 20 seconds, then the aircraft will hover automatically. After that, if the output data 

of four channels A/E/R/T still do not any changes and last for 10 seconds, the autopilot system will think that the 

data from receiver is abnormal, and then enter the FailSafe Mode.

Brief introduction of how to quit the FailSafe Mode

If there is any command change from the receiver, the autopilot system thinks that the receiver is regained. In ATTI. 

Mode and Manual Mode, it will quit the FailSafe Mode automatically. In GPS Mode, please toggle the control mode 

switch to the ATTI. Mode and Manual Mode position to regain the control. Refer to the FailSafe section for more 

details.
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A5 Flight Limits

The flight limits function is default enabled in the NAZA-M Flight control system, it’s aimed to restrict the flying 

height and distance of the aircraft. The Max Height restricts the vertical distance between the aircraft and the 

Home point, the Max Radius restricts the horizontal distance between the aircraft and the Home point.

The default Max Height is 2000m and Max Radius is 2000m. Users can write the values of the Max Height and Max 

Radius in the Assistant software, the range of the Max Height is 10m-100000m, the range of the Max Radius is the

same. So that the aircraft will fly in the entered range, which is a cylinder space above the Home point.

 (1) Height Limit works when the control mode is GPS or ATTI. Mode. Radius Limit works when the 

control mode is GPS and the satellite number ≥6.

(2) If the aircraft flies out of the limits, it's still controllable except flying further away.

(3) If the control mode is changed to GPS when the aircraft is out of Max Radius, the aircraft will fly 

back within the entered range.

(4) The Failsafe and the Ground Station operations are not restricted to the Flight Limits.
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Appendix

Specifications

General

(1) Three Modes of Autopilot (4)S-Bus/S-Bus2 Receiver Support

Built-In Functions (2)Enhanced Fail Safe (5)PPM Receiver Support

(3)Low Voltage Protection (6)2-axle Gimbal Support

Peripheral

Supported Multi-rotor  Quad-rotor I4, X4;

 Hexa-rotor I 6, X6, IY6, Y6.

 Octo- rotor I8, V8, X8

Supported ESC output 400Hz refresh frequency.

Recommended Transmitter PCM or 2.4GHz with a minimum 4 channels.

Assistant Software System Requirement Windows XP SP3; Windows 7; Windows 8

Electrical & Mechanical

Working Voltage Range  MC: 4.8V ~ 5.5 V

 PMU Input: 7.4V ~ 26.0 V (recommend 2S ~ 6S LiPo) 

Output(V-SEN port red wire): 3A@5V

Output(V-SEN port red wire)burst current:7.5A

Power Consumption  MAX: 1.5W(0.3A@5V)

 Normal: 0.6W(0.12A@5V)

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C (14F ~122F)

 MC: 27g

Weight 

 GPS/Compass: 27g

 PMU: 28g

 LED: 13g

 MC: 45.5mm × 32.5mm × 18.5mm

Dimensions

 GPS/Compass: 46mm (diameter) x 10mm

 PMU:39.5mm × 27.5mm × 10.0mm

 LED:25mm × 25mm × 7.0mm

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads)

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode)  Vertical: ±± 0.8m

 Horizontal: ±±2.5m

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s

Max Tilt Angle 35°

Max Ascent / Descent Speed ±Ascent : 6m/s, Descent: 4.5 m/s
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MC/PMU Firmware Upgrade

Please follow the procedure for software and firmware upgrade; otherwise the system might not work properly. For

SAFETY REASONS, DO NOT use power battery during firmware upgrade.

1. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet.

2. Please close all the other applications during the firmware upgrade, including anti-virus software and 

firewall.

3. Make sure the power supply is securely connected. DO NOT un-plug the power supply until firmware 

upgrade has finished.

4. Connect system to PC with Micro-USB cable, DO NOT break connection until firmware upgrade is 

finished.

5. Run Software and wait for connection.

6. Select Upgrade optionCheck the MC and PMU Firmware Version.

7. DJI server will check your current firmware version, and get the latest firmware prepared for the unit.

8. If there is a firmware version more up-to-date than your current version, you will be able to click to 

update them.

9. Wait until Assistant software shows “finished”.

10. Click OK and power cycle the unit after at least 5 seconds.

11. Your unit is now up-to-date.

(1) After firmware upgrade, please re-configure the system using Assistant software.

(2) If firmware upgrade failed, the system will enter waiting for firmware upgrade status 

 automatically, please try again with the above procedures.

(3) Select Upgrade optionCheck the GPS Firmware Version, online upgrade is disable.
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LED Description

System Status LED Flashing

System start and self-check 

IMU abnormal data or need advanced

calibration*

Warm up after power on

The aircraft is moved or bias of sensors too big

Compass error too big, need recalibration.

Transmitter (TX) signal lost, enter the FailSafe.

TX stick(s) mid point error too big

Low voltage alert or other abnormal alert*

(e.g. Configuration error, TX data error, Enable 

low voltage protection without PMU, SN error 

or Compass abnormal work.)

Record forward direction or home point 

Control Mode Indictor

Manual Mode: None

ATTI. Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

GPS Mode: ( stick(s) not at center )

IOC Mode: ( stick(s) not at center )

GPS Signal is Best(GPS Satellite number > 6): None

GPS Signal State Indicator GPS Signal is Well(GPS Satellite number = 6):

(GPS/Compass Module is necessary) GPS Signal is Bad (GPS Satellite number = 5) : 

GPS Signal is Worst (GPS Satellite number < 5):

Compass Calibration LED Flashing

Begin horizontal calibration

Begin vertical calibration

Calibration or others error 

*You can figure out the error by connecting the autopilot system to the assistant software.
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d software

onnection

take positive power supply

M1

M2

M3 ESC

M4

M5

M6

Instruction of V1 (also known as NAZA-M)

V1 (also known as NAZA-M) system is different from V2 system, if you are V1 system user, please read the following 

text carefully, and refer to the other text in this Guide for usage details (including Assistant Software Configuration, 

Basic flying, Advanced Function Appendix and FAQ, etc.) .

V1 Assembly and Connection

Connect the V1 system according to the following chart.

R/C System

These are example connections. 

Please setup Aileron, Elevator, 

Throttle, Rudder channels on your 

TX f ir s t , an d c ho os e o n e 3 -

positions switch/channel as control 

mode switch, then connect your 

receiver to the right ports on MC. TO Battery

VU

· Do not mount it on any other electronic devices. Make sure You 

can see the LED light during the flight.

· If use with DJI multi-rotor, you can solder the VU power cable to 

power pads on frame bottom board. Please refer to DJI multi-rotor 

manual for details.

· If use with 3

rd

part multi-rotor, you can make a connecter by

yourself to connect VU, ESCs and battery.

· Sufficient air flow over the VU is highly recommended.

3-position switch channel

R/C Receiver

(JR)

RUDD

ELEV

AILE

THRO

1

R/C Receiver 2

3

(Futaba / Hitec) 4

3-position switch channel

Futaba S-Bus

/S-Bus2 S-Bus

ESCs, Motors

· Motors and ESCs in DJI multi-rotor kit are recommended.

· P l e a s e m ake sur e you ar e us ing t he ESCs and m ot

o r s recommended by the manufacturer of your multi rotor first. 

NAZA output is 400Hz refresh frequency.

· If you use 3

rd

party ESCs, please make sure the ESCs travel

midpoint is at 1520us. DO NOT use 700us travel midpoint ESC, 

as it may lead aircraft to fly away or cause injury and damage. 

After connect ESCs to motors, calibrate all your ESCs one by one 

through the receiver directly before connect them to your MC, 

Make sure program all of them into Governor off, Break off and 

Normal Start up to get best experience.

Important: the continuous

PPM PPM

Aircraft Nose Pitch

F2

Roll

F1

output of the V U is 3A@5V, and 

the maximum instant current is 7.5A. If 

the V U cannot afford the working 

current for your servos, please use an 

independent power supply; otherwise, 

it may cause the V U safeguard and 

lead to the main controller reboot.

(Optional) GPS/COMPASS

· GPS/Compass is sensitive to magnetic interference, should be far away from any electronic devices.

· You should use epoxy resin AB glue to assemble the GPS bracket first as the figure showed in 

previous page.

· Mount the bracket on the center plate of craft first, then fix the GPS on the plate of the bracket (by

3M glue provided). The GPS is sensitive to vibration interference, so position the bracket at least 10 

cm from any rotor.

· The DJI logo marked on the GPS should face the sky, with the orientation arrow pointing directly 

forward. The GPS/Compass is packaged with a special indication line for mounting for the first time.

· If you are uncertain whether materials near the GPS/Compass module are magnetic or not, you can 

use a compass or magnet to check it. If you use your own mounting rod, make sure it is NOT 

magnetic!

MC

· Please use 3M gummed paper provided To mount MC, and mount

MC parallel to the aircraft horizon.

· The output ports of MC (the right side in figure) should point to 

the front of multi-rotor. You’d better put MC at the gravity 

center of multi-rotor. Please make sure all ports are

when installing the MC so as to facilitate wiring an 

configuration.

· In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal pins.

· After choosing a location to mount the MC, it is

· recommended that you DO NOT mount the MC

· until all wirings and software configurations are completed.

V1 is compatible with the PMU V2 (Accessory of Naza-M V2)

V1 system is compatible with the PMU V2 of V2 system; please carry out the following connection. The other 

modules connection is the same as before.

Important: You are asked to upgrade your Firmware version of V1 MC to V3.10 or above, as the PUM V2 can only

work with the MC of version 3.10 or above.

Take negative 

power supply

Disc
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V1 Port Description

Please remember the function of each port, which may help you to use the Naza-M efficiently.

Main Controller

A For roll control (left/right)

E For pitch control (front/back)

T For throttle control

R For rudder control

U For Control Mode Switch

X1 For gimbal pitch control Or for gain tuning

X2 For D-Bus (S-Bus/ S-Bus2 compatible) Or for gain tuning Or for IOC switch

X3 For voltage monitor (Connect with VU V-SEN port)

M1 To #1 rotor

M2 To #2 rotor

M3 To #3 rotor

M4 To #4 rotor

M5 To #5 rotor

M6 To #6 rotor

F1 To gimbal roll servo Or to #7 rotor (Upgrade the MC Firmware to V3.10 or above)

F2 To gimbal pitch servo Or to #8 rotor (Upgrade the MC Firmware to V3.10 or above)

LED LED port, for LED wire connection from Versatile Unit

EXP. GPS port, for GPS module wire connection.

(In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal pins.)

Versatile Unit

V-SEN V-SEN port: To the X3 port of the main controller, for monitoring battery voltage and supplying 

power

 Orange wire (signal wire) output: ±±3.3V

 Red wire (power wire) output: 3A@5V

LED LED wire, to LED port of the main controller.

USB port: PC connection for configuration and firmware upgrades.

Optional GPS & Compass

Connect to the EXP. port.
V1 Specification

General

 Three Modes of Autopilot

Built-In Functions

 Enhanced Fail Safe

 Low Voltage Protection

 S-Bus/ S-Bus2Receiver Support

 PPM Receiver Support

 2-axle Gimbal Support

Peripheral

 Quad-rotor I4, X4;

 Hexa-rotor I 6, X6, IY6, Y6. 

Supported Multi-rotor

 Octo-rotor I8, V8, X8 (Upgrade the MC Firmware to

V3.10 or above)

Supported ESC output 400Hz refresh frequency.

Recommended Transmitter PCM or 2.4GHz with a minimum 4 channels.

Assistant Software System Requirement Windows XP SP3; Windows 7

Electrical & Mechanical

 MC: 4.8V ~ 5.5 V

Working Voltage Range  VU Input: 7.2V ~ 26.0 V (recommend 2S ~ 6S LiPo) 

Output(V-SEN port red wire): 3A@5V

Output(V-SEN port red wire)burst current:7.5A

Power Consumption  MAX: 1.5W(0.3A@5V)

 Normal: 0.6W(0.12A@5V)

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C(14F ~122F)

 MC: 25g

Weight  GPS: 21.3g

 VU: 20g

 MC: 45.5mm × 31.5mm × 18.5mm

Dimensions  GPS & Compass: 46mm (diameter) x 9mm

 VU: 32.2mm × 21.1mm × 7.7mm

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads)

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode)  Vertical: ±± 0.8m

 Horizontal: ±± 2.5m

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s

Max Tilt Angle 45°

Max Ascent / Descent Speed ±6m/s

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FAQ

Abnormal LED Indication List

During the Checking Procedure, if abnormal LED Indicator occurs or even the system cannot work normally, please 

refer to the following list and aids troubleshooting.

(1) “System initializing and self-checking LED flashes” are not correct ( Red LED 

appears in the last four green flashes). The autopilot system works abnormally. Please contact your 

dealer.

(2) LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly ( ). The system is warming up. You cannot start the motors until 

the 4 rapid yellow flashes disappear. If the warm up waiting is longer than 2 minutes, please power off for

5 minutes, cold start, and then connect the assistant software, enter the "Tools" - > IMU calibration, carry 

out the Advanced calibration.

(3) After the system start and self-checking has finished, if the LED blinks Red, Green and Yellow ( ) 

continually. Sensor error is too big. Please connect the assistant software, enter the "Tools" - > IMU 

calibration, carry out calibration.

(4) At the first motors start, the system will check the sensors Bias and you are asked to keep the aircraft 

stationary (no need of horizontal level). If you cannot start the motors and the LED blinks Green 6 times 

quickly ( ), it means that the sensor error is too big. Please connect the assistant software, 

enter the "Tools" - > IMU calibration, carry out basic calibration.

Note: after the first successful motors start, this checking will be disabled and it is no need any more to 

keep the aircraft stationary during starting motors.

(5) The system blinks Red LED quickly during flying. Low-voltage protection is triggered. Please land the 

aircraft ASAP.

(6) The system blinks Yellow LED quickly during flying. FailSafe Mode is triggered. Pay attention that there is 

no tall buildings and trees to block your aircraft during go-home.

(7) The LED blinks Red and Yellow alternately ( ). Compass error is too big.

a) There may be a ferromagnetic substance close to the Phantom. Lift the aircraft up about 1m from 

the ground, if there is no Red and Yellow flashing, then it will not affect the flight.

b) Otherwise, re-calibrate the compass.

c) If re-calibration does not work, please connect to the Assistant Software, select the “Tools” and

follow the tips to carry out the required operation.

Fix the TBE (Toilet Bowl Effect) Problem

When flying in GPS ATTI. Mode and the compass calibration has been done correctly, should you find the aircraft 

rotating (Toilet bowl effect), or drifting when hovering. Please check the GPS module mounting orientation and then 

re-do the compass calibration. Carry out the following procedure to re-mount the GPS module.
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lockwise rota

is the rotating direction of aircraft,

arrow direction on the GPS module, θ is the o 

ting GPS re-mounting C

θ

nter Clockwise

ion of aircraft,

PS re-mounting(about 10~30

o

)

rotating GPS re-mounting

θ

In the following diagram (view from the top), the aircraft can appear to be rotating in both clockwise and

counter-clockwise direction, please re-mount the GPS module correspondingly.

is the nose direct 

is the ffset angle for G

C o

Should you find the multi-rotor does not track straight in forward flight.

Please carry out several more courses, the system will fix it automatically.

Motors Start failure caused by TX stick(s) mid-point error too big

If the TX stick(s) mid-point error is too big, Motors Start will fail when you execute the Combination Stick 

Commands (CSC) and lead to the aircraft will not takeoff.. And the LED will blink Red four times per second 

continually to warn you.

TX stick(s) mid-point error too big can be caused by the following reasons:

(1) There is TX stick (except the throttle stick) not at center when power on the autopilot system.

(2) The TX sticks has been trimmed, which leads to the large deviation of mid-point. For example, the

SUB-TRIM has been adjusted for Futaba transmitter. 

(3) The TX stick(s) travel has larger asymmetry.

For the reason (1), please put all TX sticks at the mid-point, and then power cycle the autopilot system to re-record 

the mid-point. If the problem continues, that can be caused by the reason (2) or reason (3), you need to adjust the 

output range of your TX, and then use the Assistant Software to redo the TX calibration. Please carry out the 

following procedures.

(1) Connect to the Assistant software, click Basic-> R/C-> Command Sticks Calibration, and push all TX

sticks throughout their complete travel range to see if any stick cannot reach its largest position.

(2) Adjust the largest travel of TX stick until the cursor on the Assistant software can reach both end 

positions, according to your TX manual.

(3) Power cycle the autopilot system, note that power cycle is required. 

(4) Redo the TX calibration according to the Assistant software.
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roducts, then a DJI CAN HUB module is

Attitude Controllable When One Motor Output is Failed

For Hexa-rotor, including Hexa-rotor I, Hexa-rotor V, Hexa-rotor IY and Hexa-rotor Y, aircraft is attitude controllable 

when one motor output is failed.

The NAZA-M can still control the attitude of the Hexa-rotor for a safe landing when one motor output of the

Hexa-rotor has failed, for example, one motor is stopped or one propeller is broken, etc.

The control mode of NAZA-M should be in Atti. Mode or GPS Atti. Mode. The aircraft will rotate, due to an 

imbalance of torque; however, it can still be controlled by the Transmitter.

Select Course lock or home lock mode for flying the aircraft into a safe area to land when the aircraft is far away or 

the attitude can’t be recognized. Even when the multi rotor is rotating, using Course lock or home lock mode will 

allow you to move the multi rotor in the corresponding Transmitter stick direction.

When used with other DJI products

The NAZA-M system communicates with other DJI products (e.g. H3-2D gimbal, BTU module, iOSD mini and iOSD 

Mark II) via the CAN-Bus port ( ) of the NAZA PMU V2. You can plug new DJI products into any spare CAN-Bus

port, since CAN-Bus ports on NAZA-M, CAN HUB, GCU, iOSD mini, iOSD Mark II and 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink are

the same for the communications.

When there are not enough CAN-Bus ports for additional DJI

recommended. The following diagram is for your connection reference.

Fig.1 Used with iOSD Mark II
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Fig.2 Used with CAN HUB

Fig.3 Use a CAN HUB to connect the 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink

Users can use the NM Assistant on the mobile device when a BTU module is connecting with the

 Ground end of the2.4G Bluetooth Datalink (No need to connect another BTU module to the Flight

control system).