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Figure 18

Figure 19

Photos and videos can only be copied when the fight battery is powered on.

 Remove gimbal clamp before powering on fight battery.

 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 fat, open ground and protect the 

gimbal after powering up. 

 Flying in heavy fog or cloud may make the gimbal wet, leading to a temporary failure. The gimbal will recover 

when it dries out.

3.5 Camera

The Phantom 2 Vision+ camera powers up when the fight battery has been installed and switched on. Photos and 

videos can be shot by pressing either the onboard button or the DJI VISION App. For aerial photography it supports 

burst shots, continuous capture and timed capture, and exports to both Adobe DNG Raw and JPEG. For aerial video, it 

shoots in full HD at (1080p30/1080i60) and can even shoot 720p60 for internet ready slow motion.

Camera specifcations

Sensor Size 1/2.3”

Pixels 14 Megapixels

Resolution 4384×3288

HD Recording 1080p30 /1080i60/720p60

Recording FOV 110° / 85°

Lens cap removal

Remove lens cap before use and replace it when 

shooting is complete to protect the camera lens.

Camera Function Buttons

Capture: Press (hold less than 2 seconds) to take a single 

capture.

Record: Press (hold more than 2 seconds) to begin 

recording. Press again to stop.

Camera Data Port

Connect the Camera Data Port to a PC using a Micro-USB 

cable to copy fles to a PC.
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Camera LED Indicator

Camera LED Indicator lights up after the fight battery is powered on. It provides information on the working status of the 

camera.

Camera LED Indicator Wi-Fi status Camera status

 Green Solid OFF Power On; Idle 

 Slow Green Blink (0.2s on, 1.8s off) ON Idle 

 Green Blink(0.1s on, 0.3s off, 0.1s on, 1.8s off) ON Micro-SD card connected to PC 

 Fast Green Blink (0.1s on, 0.3s off) ON Synchronizing 

 Orange Solid OFF Recording

 Orange Blink Once (0.2s on, 0.3s off) ON / OFF Taking a single picture.

 Orange Blink 3 Times(0.1s on, 0.1s off) ON / OFF Taking 3 or 5 photos per shot

 Orange Fast Blink (0.1s on, 0.3s off) ON / OFF Firmware Upgrading

 Green, Orange (0.2s green, 1.8s orange) ON Recording

 Red Solid ON / OFF Critical error

 Slow Red Blink (0.2s on, 1.8s off) ON / OFF CMOS sensor error

 Red Blink Once (0.2s on, 0.3s off) ON / OFF Operation failed

 Red Blink 3 Times(0.1s on, 0.1s off) ON / OFF Micro-SD card error

 Fast Red Blinks (0.1s on, 0.3s off) ON / OFF Upgrade error

 Fast Green, Orange and Red Blink

(0.1s on, 0.3s off) ON / OFF Overheated Camera

4 Attaching the Propellers

Always use original 9-inch propellers, classifed by the color of each central nut. 

4.1 Introduction

Propellers Grey Nut (9450) Black Nut (9450 R)

Diagram

Assembly Location Attach to motor without black dot. Attach to motor with black dot.

Fastening/

Un-fastening 

Instructions

 Lock: Tighten propeller in this direction.

 Unlock: Loosen propeller in this direction.

4.2 Assembly

(1) (Figure 20) Remove warning cards from motors after you have read them.

(2) (Figure 21) Spin grey marked propellers clockwise onto unmarked motors and black marked propellers anticlockwise for black marked motors. 

Figure 20 Figure 21

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Propellers self tighten during fight. DO NOT use thread locker.

 Always match marked props with the corresponding motor.

 Protective gloves are recommended during propeller assembly and removal.

4.3 Removing the Propellers

(Figure 22) Prevent motor rotation using the included wrench or a 

hand, then remove propeller according to the un-fastening instructions.

4.4 Notes

(1) Check that propellers and motors are installed correctly and frmly 

before every fight. 

(2) Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each fight. 

DO NOT use any ageing, chipped, or broken propellers.

(3) To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or 

motors when they are spinning.

(4) ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer fight experience.

For beginner fyers, Phantom 2 Prop Guards are recommended. Contact your authorized dealer or DJI customer 

service to purchase if necessary. 

5 Preparing the Remote Controller

The Phantom 2 Vision+ Remote Controller is a wireless communication device using the 5.8GHz frequency band. 

Remote Controller and Phantom are paired before delivery. 

For upgraded remote controller (models: NPVT581, NDJ6 or NRC900), select “Upgrade Version” in Phantom Assistant. 

For basic remote controller (models: PVT581, DJ6 or RC900), select “Basic Version” in Phantom Assistant.

The Remote Controller is set to Mode 2 by default. This can be adjusted in the PHANTOM RC Assistant. See Using the 

PHANTOM RC Assistant (Page 47) for details. You can also adjust the power of your Remote Controller according to 

national regulations. Please refer to Compliance Version Confguration (Page 19). 

Compliance Version: The Phantom 2 Vision+ Remote Controller is compliant with CE and FCC (see the FCC ID) 

regulations.

Operating Mode: Mode 1 and Mode 2 refer to different channel mappings.

Mode 1: The right stick controls throttle.

Mode 2: The left stick controls throttle.

The Range Extender and Phone Holder are already mounted on the Remote Controller. Twist the Mobile Device 

Holder to face outwards and fx it in position for mobile device installation. 

Large smartphones and tablets are not recommended for the Phone Holder as they do not ft. 

Preparing the Remote Controller

Figure 22

Figure 23
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5.1 The Remote Controller [1]

[2]

[3]

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[6]

[7]

[8]

[9]

[10]

[11]

[12]

Antenna

Left Dial

Switch S1

Switch S2 (Reserved)

Right Stick: J1, Roll [left & right], 

 J2, Pitch [front & back]

Left Stick: J3, Throttle [up & down], 

 J4, Yaw [rotation]

Neck Strap Attachment

Power Switch

Power Indicator

Battery Charge & RC Assistant Port (micro-USB port)

Battery Level Indicator

Training Port (on back)

5.2 Power on the Remote Controller

(1) Set S1 and S2 switches to the upper most position and place all sticks in the mid-point.

(2) Toggle power switch to the right to switch on.

(3) There will be a power on indicator beep. If the remote controller is set to be CE compliant, then 

there will be one beep, while the FCC compliant version will emit two beeps. The battery level 

indicator displays the current battery level. The indicator will blink green quickly, indicating the 

remote controller and receiver are linking. Once fully linked, the power indicator will change to 

a solid green.

 If the low voltage warning alert sounds (refer to Remote Controller Power LED Status Information (Page 17) for 

details), please recharge the battery as soon as possible.

 Using the incorrect type of charging cable may cause damage. 

 Following long term storage, recharge the battery before use.

5.3 Remote Controller Power LED Status Information

Power LED Indicator Sound Remote Controller Status

 — Solid Green None Functioning normally.

 — Solid Red None Charging( remote controller is powered off)

 — Solid Yellow None Remote controller joysticks calibration error, need to be re-calibrate. 

 — Solid Red BB---BB---BB Low voltage (from 3.5V-3.53V), recharge the remote controller.

 Quick Red fashing B-B-B...... Critical low voltage (from 3.45V-3.5V). Recharge the remote 

controller immediately.

 Slow Green fashing B--B--B...... Alert will sound after 15 minutes of inactivity. It will stop once you 

start using the remote controller.

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Figure 24

[1]

[2] [3] [4]

[6] [5]

[7]

[8]

[9] [10]

[11]

[12]

J3

J4

J2

J1

5.4 Battery Level Indicator

Built-in LiPo Battery: The remote controller includes a rechargeable LiPo battery with 

a capacity of 2000mAh. You can monitor the current battery level using the LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller as the fgure shown:

The remote controller will show a blinking LED and sound an alert when the voltage drops below 3.45V, then 

automatically power off after 3 seconds. This process will repeat even if you power cycle the remote controller. If 

this low voltage warning occurs during fight, the remote controller will automatically power off, causing the aircraft 

to enter Failsafe mode, which cannot be interrupted (refer to Failsafe Function (Page27) for details). It is strongly 

recommended that you recharge the battery immediately when the 3.45V-3.5V low voltage warning occurs.

5.5 Antenna Orientation

Keep the antennas pointing skyward, perpendicular to the ground for maximum remote controller range during fight.

Battery Level Indicator

25% 50% 75% 100%
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5.6 Remote Controller Operation

The Remote Controller is set to Mode 2 by default. 

 Stick Neutral/ mid point: Control sticks of the Remote Controller are placed at the central position.

 Move the Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the central position.

Remote Controller

(Mode 2)

Aircraft

( indicates nose direction) Operation details

Vertical movements on the left stick control elevation.

Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend.

When both sticks are centered the Phantom will hover in place. 

Push the throttle stick upward beyond the centered 

(neutral) position to take off. Push the throttle gently to 

prevent sudden and unexpected elevation.

Horizontal movements on the left stick control the rudder.

Push left to rotate counter clock-wise and right for 

clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom will fly 

straight. 

The more the stick is moved, the faster the Phantom will 

rotate. 

Vertical movements on the right stick control forward and 

backward pitch. 

Push up to fly forward and down to fly backward. The 

Phantom will hover in place if the stick is centered. 

Push the stick further for a larger pitch angle (maximum 

35 ̊) and faster fight.

Horizontal movements on the right stick control left and 

right pitch. 

Push left to fy left and right to fy right. The Phantom will 

hover in place if the stick is centered. 

Push the stick further for a larger pitch angle (maximum 

35 ̊) and faster fight.

Left Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camera will 

shift to point upwards.Turn the dial to the left, and the 

camera will shift to point downwards. The camera will 

keep its current position if the dial is static.

Position 1 Position 2 Position 3

The S1 switch is used for compass calibration. Toggle the 

S1 from position 1 to position 3 and back approximately 5 

times to enter into compass calibration mode.

In Naza-M mode, the S1 switch is used to switch 

between control modes and enter compass calibration.

Position 1 Position 2 Position 3

S2 is used to record a Home point manually. After a Home 

point has been recorded automatically, flipping S2 from 

position 1 to position 3 and back 5 times (or more) rapidly 

will move the Home point to the Phantom’s current location. 

In addition, you can enable Dynamic Home Point feature 

in DJI VISION App.

In Naza-M working mode, S2 is be used for IOC.

For maximum range and reliability, Remote Controller antenna 

should point skywards with no obstructions between it and the 

Phantom. Obstacles may cause Return to Home to trigger. Phone Figure 25 Holder and Range Extender should not block the antenna.
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Linking Procedures

(1) Power off the Remote Controller, power on the aircraft. 

You will see the link indicator blinking red.

(2) Press the link button with a thin object and hold 

until the link indicator blinks yellow. Release the link 

button.

(3) Power on the Remote Controller. Link indicator will 

switch off, showing that a link has been successfully 

established. 

Figure 27

Link Indicator

Link Indicator Description Next Operation

 Red fashing No signal received. Switch on the Remote Controller or perform a link procedure.

 Yellow fashing Ready to link. Switch on the Remote Controller.

5.8 Compliance Version Confguration

As power levels vary between regulators, the Phantom Remote Controller’s power output can be adjusted by twisting the 

CE/FCC Control Knob (Figure 27) on the back of the Remote Controller using a fathead screwdriver. For CE compliance, 

set the Remote Controller to CE with a full counterclockwise turn. For FCC compliance, set the Remote Controller to FCC 

with a full clockwise turn. Be sure to follow relevant local regulations. 

Compliance can be confgured using the PHANTOM RC Assistant. Select CE compliance version in Assistant to set it, or 

do the same with FCC compliance version.

5.7 Linking the Remote Controller and Receiver

A 5.8G receiver is built in to the Phantom 2 Vision+. Its link button and indicator are located on the underside of the 

phantom, as shown in Figure 26.

The Remote Controller and the receiver are paired before delivery. Only use this button if you have replaced your 

Remote Controller or receiver. 

 Turn the CE/FCC Control Knob gently to avoid 

damage.

 CE compliant devices have an effective remote 

controller range of 400 meters in open spaces due 

to power limitations.

 FCC compliant devices have an effective range of 

800 meters in open spaces.

 Watch your flight distance as the Phantom 2 

Vision+ will enter Failsafe mode (auto-landing or 

go home and land) if it fies beyond the relevant 

range limits.

 Always follow local laws and regulations.

 It is recommended to use a Φ2.4mm flathead 

screwdriver for adjustments.

 There is another potentiometer for reserved use.

CE FCC

Figure 26

Link Button & Link 

Indicator

 In ‘Ready to Fly’ mode, the Phantom will hover when all sticks are released.

 In ‘Ready to Fly (non-GPS)’ the Phantom will lock its altitude but will not have horizontal positioning. 
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6 Preparing the Range Extender

The Phantom 2 Vision+ Range Extender is a wireless communication device that operates within the 2.4 GHz frequency 

band. It is used to extending the effective range of communication between a Smartphone and the Phantom 2 Vision+. 

In an open, unobstructed area, the transmission distance can reach up to 700 meters. This can be reduced by trees, 

buildings and other sources of the same frequency. Before every fight, it is suggested that you ensure the Range 

Extender is functioning properly; otherwise communication issues between the mobile device and the Phantom 2 

Vision+ may occur. 

Each Range Extender has a unique MAC address and network name (SSID), details of which are printed on the label as 

‘Phantom_XXXXXX’. The ‘XXXXXX’ represents the last 6 letters or numbers of the MAC address for the Range Extender. 

This can be renamed in the DJI VISION App.

6.1 Introduction

[1]

[2]

[3]

[4]

[5]

[6]

[7]

SYSTEM Indicator

POWER Indicator

Locking Screw

Binding Reset Button

Power Switch

Charging Port(Micro-USB slot) 

Mounting Bracket

SYSTEM Indicator 

Shows Wi-Fi status of the Range Extender.

SYSTEM Indicator Description

 Green fashing The Wi-Fi network is functioning normally.

 Off The Wi-Fi network is functioning abnormally.

POWER Indicator

Shows power levels of the Range Extender.

POWER Indicator Description

 Solid green Fully charged.

 Solid red Low voltage alert, re-charge required.

 Solid Yellow Charging.

If the power indicator is a solid red light, the Ranger Extender may stop working at any moment. Land and 

recharge as soon as possible.

Binding Reset Button

When the Binding Reset Button is pressed, it will reset and restart the Range Extender. You will need to bind it with the 

Phantom 2 Vision+ again to recreate its Wi-Fi network. Failure to do so will cause the DJI VISION App to fail to connect 

with the camera.

6.2 Using Range Extender

Charging the Range Extender

Charge the Range Extender by connecting the charging port to a power supply device such as a PC or a USB charger 

using a Micro-USB cable. Make sure to charge the Range Extender completely before using it for the frst time. This 

takes 3~4 hours depending on USB power output.

Make sure the Range Extender has enough power before each use.

Figure 28 Figure 29

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[7]

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Ready to Fly Ready to Fly Ready to Fly Ready to Fly

Powering on the Range Extender 

(1) Flick the power switch to the ON position.

(2) Wait for approximately 30 seconds. The Wi-Fi signal indicator will blink green indicating the Range Extender is 

communicating properly.

(3) Keep the Range Extender facing the aircraft during fight for the best communication link.

Power off the Range Extender after every fight to avoid discharging the battery.

Checking the Battery Level

The battery level of the Range Extender can be checked in the camera page of the DJI VISION App as shown below. 

When the battery level drops to 20% or lower, the battery level icon will go red as a charging reminder. 

6.3 Rename Range Extender SSID 

Make your Range Extender SSID easier to remember by changing its name.

(1) Tap “Rename SSID of Range Extender” in the Settings page. Enter a new SSID name (e.g. Phantom_Tom) in the 

textbox. 

(2) Tap and you will be asked to enter the last six characters of your MAC address on the Range Extender to 

confrm the change. The MAC address can be found on the sticker on your Range Extender. If your MAC address is 

60:60:1F:60:41:E7, then enter 6041E7.

(3) Tap “OK” to confrm the change. The Range Extender will automatically restart and the App will return to the settings 

page. Approximately 30 seconds later, the new network name can be found in the Wi-Fi list of your mobile device. 

Select and connect the renamed network to use the DJI VISION App.

6.4 Binding the Phantom 2 Vision+ and Range Extender 

If the connection between the Phantom 2 Vision+ and the Range 

Extender fails, or one of them needs to be repaired or replaced, a 

camera and Range Extender binding will need to be performed through 

the DJI VISION App.

Binding Reset 

Button

Figure 30

Preparing the Range Extender

battery level above 20%, icon is blue battery level under 20%,icon goes red

Figure 31

Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34

Figure 35

Ready to Fly Ready to Fly Ready to Fly Ready to Fly
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(1) Power on the camera and Range Extender. 

(2) Approximately 30 seconds later, press the Binding Reset Button on the Range Extender with a pin until the SYSTEM 

Indicator turns off. The Range Extender will then restart automatically. 

(3) Approximately 30 seconds later, the SYSTEM Indicator will start to blink green, indicating that the Range Extender is 

ready for binding.

(4) Enable Wi-Fi on your mobile device then select “Phantom_XXXXXX” the (SSIDof your Range Extender) from theWi-Fi 

network list.

(5) Run the DJI VISION App then tap -> Settings -> General -> Binding (Figure 36). Select 'Scan QR Code' to scan 

the camera QR code on the bottom of aircraft (Figure 37). Get the camera SSID (E.g. FC200_xxxxxx) and the MAC 

address (Figure 38). You can also skip the scan and enter the camera MAC address directly (Figure 39). The MAC 

address can be found on the camera label. 

(6) Tap the tick in the top right corner. The Range Extender should automatically restart. Binding is now complete.

Figure 38 Figure 39

DO NOT push the Binding Reset Button of the Range Extender unless you are ready to rebind the Range 

Extender and the camera. This will unbind your camera so you must follow the steps above for rebinding.

If both the Phantom 2 Vision+ and the Range Extender are powered on and working normally, you will be able 

to fnd the SSID on the Wi-Fi list of your mobile device.

 The QR code is located on the bottom cover of the Phantom 2 Vision+. If you cannot fnd the QR code, please 

contact DJI customer service and provide your camera serial number (printed on the label of the camera) so 

they can generate a new QR code for you. 

 Photographing and saving the QR code is recommended to prevent loss.

7 Downloading and Installing the DJI VISION App

7.1 Download and Install

Download DJI VISION App

Download and install the DJI VISION App. Choose one of the download methods below.

Search "DJI VISION" on the App Store then follow instructions for iOS version.

Search "DJI VISION" on Google Play then follow instructions for Android version.

iOS6.1 or above Android 4.0 or above

Downloading and Installing the DJI VISION App

Figure 36 Figure 37 Scan the camera QR code on 

the bottom of aircraft 
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Supported mobile devices

iOS (iOS6.1 or above) Recommended: iPhone4S, iPhone5, iPhone5S, iPhone5C,iPhone6, iPhone6 Plus, iPod Touch4,

 iPod Touch5; Available but not recommended: iPad3, iPad4, iPad mini, iPad Air.

Android (4.0 or above): Samsung Galaxy S3, S4, Note2, Note3 or mobile devices of similar confguration.

DJI continues to support many mobile devices and any information from users are welcome. Please send any 

questions or queries to the following mailbox: phantom2vision@dji.com.

The DJI website is regularly updated. Check back often for latest App updates. 

7.2 Register and Login 

Access the Internet to register and login.

Figure 40 Figure 41 Figure 42

[2]

[1]

[1] Register

Tap ‘Register’ to enter the registration page. Fill in your Email and Password information and then tap to create a 

new account.

The DJI account works with all DJI Assistant and Apps.

[2] Login

Tap ‘Login’ to enter the login page. Fill in your registered Email and Password and then tap to login.

Log in to your account the frst time you use the DJI VISION App.

Tap “Forgot Password” if you have forgotten your login details.

[3] Usage tips

Useful tips will display when you enter the welcome page. Tap the screen to display the next tip. 

Downloading and Installing the DJI VISION App

Figure 43

[3]
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Ready to Fly

8 Connecting the Camera

Before fight, always connect your smartphone to the Phantom’s Wi-Fi network. This is required for the camera control 

and FPV.

8.1 Connecting Procedures

Follow these instructions to connect a mobile device to the Phantom 2 Vision+ camera.

(1) Power on the Remote Controller and the Range Extender.

(2) Power on the Phantom 2 Vision+.

(3) Enable the Wi-Fi on your mobile device; wait for about 30 seconds, and then select “Phantom_XXXXXX” from theWiFi network list (Figure45).

(4) Run the DJI VISION App on your mobile device. When the Wi-Fi Computer Connection status on the App main menu 

goes green, the connection is good (Figure46). 

(5) Tap the “CAMERA” icon and the DJI VISION App will begin a live camera preview (Figure47). This means everything 

is functioning normally.

Wi-Fi Computer Connection Status Description

Icon Description

Solid green Wi-Fi is connected to the Phantom 2 Vision+.

Solid blue Wi-Fi is connected to another Wi-Fi network, not to the Phantom 2 Vision+.

Off No Wi-Fi connection.

 The SSID is unique for each Phantom 2 Vision+ It will appear as Phantom_XXXXXX in your Wi-Fi list. 

 Android users can tap the SSID button on the main page to mobile device Wi-Fi settings directly.

Enable the “Tutorial” switch in the Settings page to get 

hints and tips the frst time you use the DJI VISION App.

Figure 44

Connecting the Camera

Figure 45 Figure 46

Wi-Fi Computer 

Connection status

Enable Wi-Fi

Select

Phantom_XXXXXX

Figure 47
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Flight

Once pre-fight preparation is complete, it is recommended to carry out the tasks in the Phantom Pilot Training Guide 

to prepare for more complex fight maneuvers and learn to fy safely. Ensure that all fights are carried out in a suitable 

location. 

Flight Environment Requirements

(1) Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speed exceeding category 4, snow, rain 

and smog.

(2) Fly in open felds as high buildings or steel structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass. 

(3) Keep the Phantom away from obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees or bodies of water when in fight. 

(4) Reduce the chance of electromagnetic interference by not fying in areas with high levels of electromagnetism, 

including base stations or radio transmission towers.

(5) The Phantom cannot operate within the polar areas.

(6) Do not fy the aircraft within no-fy zones specifed by local laws and regulations.

Prefight Checklist

(1) Remote Controller, smart battery, Range Extender and smartphone are fully charged.

(2) Propellers are mounted correctly.

(3) Gimbal clamp has been removed.

(4) Damping absorbers are in good condition, not broken or worn.

(5) Anti-drop kits have been mounted correctly.

(6) Camera lens cap has been removed.

(7) Micro-SD card has been inserted if necessary.

(8) Gimbal is functioning as normal.

(9) Motors can start and are functioning as normal.

(10) DJI VISION App can connect to the camera.

1 Calibrating the Compass

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 poor fight performance or even fight 

failure. Regular calibration is required for optimum performance.

 DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong 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.

1.1Calibration Procedures

Choose an open space to carry out the following procedures. Watch the Phantom 2 Vision+ quick start video for more 

details.

Figure 48

Start cali.

LED Flight 

Indicator

Position-1

Position-3

Positon-1->Positon-3

->Positon1 Flip once

Start horizontal calibration

LED Flight Indicator

Solid Yellow

Start vertical calibration

LED Flight Indicator

Solid Green

Succeed

Normal LED

Fail

Red, Yellow 

fashing in turn

360°Rotate the aircraft 

horizontally

360°Rotate the aircraft 

vertically (Nose downward) Quickly fip the switch S1

Position-1

Position-3

Position-1->Position-3->Position1 

Flip 5 times or above, or tap 

"Compass Calibration" in DJI 

VISION APP

Calibrating the Compass

Re-calibrate
Flight

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If compass calibration is needed before fight, a prompt will appear on the DJI VISON App’s camera page. It will 

disappear after successful calibration. 

1.2 When to Recalibrate

(1) When compass data is abnormal, the rear LED fight indicator will blink red and yellow.

(2) Flying in different location to last fight. 

(3) Mechanical structure of the Phantom has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the compass.

(4) Severe drifting occurs in fight, i.e. Phantom does not fy in straight lines.

2 Starting/Stopping the Motors

2.1 Starting Motors

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors instead of 

simply pushing the stick up. Push both sticks to their bottom corners to start the 

motors. Once the motors have spun up, release both sticks simultaneously. 

2.2 Stopping Motors

There are two methods to stop the motors.

Method 1: When the Phantom has landed, push the throttle down, then conduct CSC. Motors will stop immediately. 

Release both sticks once motors stop.

Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push the throttle down and hold. Motors will stop after 3 seconds.

Figure 49

Figure 50 Figure 51

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Do not execute CSC during normal fight. This will stop the motors and cause the aircraft to drop without control.

 Conduct the CSC as neatly as you can. Release the sticks once motors start/stop.

 Pull down the throttle stick to descend. The stick will lock into place and the aircraft will descend steadily. Push 

the throttle stick upward to release throttle lock. 

3 Flight Test

3.1Take off/Landing Procedures 

(1) Place the Phantom 2 Vision+ on open fat ground with battery indicators facing towards you.

(2) Power on the Remote Controller and Range Extender, then the Smart Flight Battery.

(3) Launch the DJI VISION App and start bind it with your smartphone then enter the camera preview page.

(4) Wait until the Rear LED Flight Indicator blinks green. This means it has initialized and is Ready to Fly. If it fashes yellow, 

it is in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode and will require more careful fight. Execute the CSC command to start motors.

(5) Push the throttle up slowly to take off. Refer to Remote Controller Operation (Page 18) for more details.

(6) Shoot photos and videos using the DJI VISION App. Refer to DJI VISION App Usage (Page 32) for more details.

(7) To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle gently to descend.

(8) 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 off the smart battery, Range Extender and Remote Controller.

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