8/3/2015 

Cools Entertainment LLC 

1600 Songlight Court 

Las Vegas, NV 89117 

U.S. Department of Transportation 

Docket Operations, M-30 

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE 

Room W12-140, West Building Ground Floor 

Washington, DC 20590-0001 

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Regarding: Petition of Cools Entertainment for an Exemption Pursuant to Section 333 

of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 to Operate an Unmanned Aircraft 

System in the national airspace system. 

To whom it may concern: 

In reference to section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 C.F.R. 

Part 11 , Cools Entertainment would like to apply for an exemption 

from the following Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R) to be allowed commercial operation of 

lightweight Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for aerial imaging and video in the vicinity and 

surrounding areas of Las Vegas, Nevada. 

The UAS's are as follows: DJI Inspire 1, DJI Phantom 3 Professional, OJI S900, DJI S1 000 

Please see attached user manuals for details of safety and engineering. 

Cools Entertainment, seeks exemption of the following regulations: 14 CFR 21, Subpart H; 14 

CFR 45.23 (b); 14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b); 14 CFR 407 (a)(1); 14 CFR 409 (a)(2); 14 CFR 417 

(a) & (b).; 14 CFR 45.23(b); 14 CFR Part 21; 14 CFR 61.113(a)&(b); 14 CFR 91, 91.7 (a) 91.9 

(b) (2) 91.103(b); 91.105; 91.109; 91.119; 91.121; 91.151(a); 91.203(a) & (b); 91.405 

(a); 91.407 (a) (1); 91.409 (a) (2); 91.417 (a) & (b). 

Cools Entertainment is an imagery and videography firm comprised of professional engineers 

and staff professionals that specialize in safe operations of UAS in the acquisition of our 

product. Our staff professionals have had experience with flying the UAS listed below for 

recreational and research purposes without incident. 

Flight Applications: 

The UAS will be flown in airspace under 400ft above ground level. 

Cools Entertainment will only fly the UAS under controlled conditions on rural, or private 

property as specified by the exemption. The UAS will be used to acquire imagery and 

videography requested by the client within the bounds of the exemption. 

Cools Entertainment proposes exemption under Section 333 to operate commercially in 

public areas to gain vantage points not accessible through any other technology. Our 

services would also be offered to government entities upon request for search and rescue or 

any other public need. By utilizing the high definition camera on the UASs the our staff can 
gain new perspectives from safe areas, while still 

in the line of site of the UAS. 

Regulations for which Exemptions is Requested and Justification of Need as well as Equivalent 

Level of Safety Justification: 

14 C.F.R. §91.203 (a) (1) Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, 

establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance of airworthiness 

certificates as required by FAR §91.203 (a) (1). Given the size and limited 

operating area associated UAS's, an exemption from Part 21 Subpart H meets 

the requirements of an equivalent level of safety under Part 11 and §333 of the 

Reform Act. The Federal Aviation Act (49 U.S.C.§44701 (f)) and §333 of the 

Reform Act both authorize the FAA to exempt aircraft from the requirement for 

an airworthiness certificate, upon consideration of the size, weight, speed, 

operational capability, and proximity to airports and populated areas of the 

particular UAS. In all cases, an analysis of these criteria demonstrates that the 

UAS operated without an airworthiness certificate, in the restricted 

environment and under the conditions proposed will be at least as safe, or 

safer, than a conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft) operating with an 

airworthiness certificate and without the restrictions and conditions proposed. 

The UAS's to be operated are light weight at maximal payload 

capacity that consists of remote sensing instrumentation. The UAS will not 

carry any persons, explosives or flammable materials including combustible 

fuels. Operations under this exemption will be tightly controlled and 

monitored by both the pilot (PIC) and the Spotter if needed. These enhancements to 

current safety practices and regulations, which already apply to civil aircraft, 

provide a greater degree of safety to the public and property owners than 

conventional aircraft operations conducted with airworthiness certificates 

issued under 14 C.P.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Lastly, application of these same 

criteria demonstrates that there is no intrinsic credible threat to national 

security posed by the UAS, due to its size, speed of operation, location of 

operation, lack of explosive materials or flammable liquid fuels, and inability 

to carry a substantial external load. 

14 C.P.R. §45.23 (b). Marking of the Aircraft 

The regulation requires: When marks include only the Roman capital letter "N" 

and the registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light-sport 

category aircraft or experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the 

operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, 

cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 

inches high, the words "limited;' "restricted;' "light-sport:' "experimental:' or 

"provisional;' as applicable. 

Even though the UAS will have no airworthiness 

certificate, an exemption may be needed as the UAS will have no entrance to 

the cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which the word "Experimental" can be 
placed. Given the size of the UAS, two- inch lettering will be impossible. We 

understands the need for markings and will mark our UAS in the largest possible 

lettering by placing the word "Experimental" or assigned number or name 

(based on a request or ruling by the FAA) on its fuselage as required by 

§45.29(f) so that anyone assisting the spotter will see the markings. Further 

markings include the use of flashing green & red LED illumination on the 

underside of the UAS frame, which adds contrast against a blue or white sky. 

14 C.P.R. §61.113 (a) & (b): Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations: Pilot in Command 

(PIC) 

§61.113 (a) & (b) limit private pilots to non-commercial operations. 

Because the UAS will not carry a pilot or passengers, the proposed operations can 

achieve the equivalent level of safety of current operations by requiring a 

ground crew member to have a private pilot's license rather than a commercial 

pilot's license to operate this UAS. Unlike a conventional aircraft that carries 

the pilot and passengers, the UAS is remotely controlled with no persons on 

board. The area of operation is controlled, and all flights are 

planned and coordinated in advance. The risks associated with the operation of 

the UAS are so diminished from the level of risk associated with commercial 

operations contemplated by Part 61 when drafted, that allowing operations as 

requested with a private pilot in the ground crew exceeds the present level of 

safety achieved by 14 C.P.R. §61.113 (a) & (b). Our staff professionals have 

experience flying numerous practice flights in remote areas as a hobbyist 

simulating flights to increase the experience and skills needed for flying a UAS. 

We also owns and practice on a computerized simulated flight software to 

increase skill levels and gain knowledge of how to maneuver the UAS safely at 

all times. 

14 C.P.R. §91. 7(a): Civil Aircraft Airworthiness 

The regulation requires that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is 

in airworthy condition. 

As there will be no airworthiness certificate issued for the aircraft, should this 

exemption be granted, no FAA regulatory standard will exist for determining 

airworthiness. Given the size of the aircraft and the requirements contained in the 

Manual for maintenance and use of safety checklists prior to each flight, that will 

provide equivalent level of safety. 

14 C.P.R. §91.9 (b) (2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft. 

§91.9 (b) (2) provides: No person may operate a U.S. -registered civil 

aircraft ... (2) For which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is not required 

by §21.5 of this chapter, unless there is available in the aircraft a current 

approved airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, 

markings, and placards, or any combination thereof. 

The UAS, given its size and configuration has no ability to carry a physical flight 

manual on the aircraft. The equivalent level of safety will be maintained by keeping the 

flight manual 
at the ground control point where the pilot flying the UAS will have immediate 

access to it. The FAA has issued the following exemptions to this regulation: 

Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737, 8738,9299, 9299A, 9565, 95658, 10167, 10167A, 

10602, 32827, and 10700. 

14 C.P.R. §91.1 03: Preflight Action 

This regulation requires each Pilot in Command (PIC) to take certain actions 

before flight to insure the safety of flight. 

As FAA approved rotorcraft flight manuals will not be provided for the aircraft an 

exemption will be needed. The PIC will take all actions including reviewing weather, 

flight battery requirements, landing and takeoff distances and aircraft performance 

data before initiation of flight. Further, we will employ manufacturer 

recommendations to guarantee that best practices are implemented. 

14 C.P.R. §91.1 09: Flight Instruction 

§91.1 03 provides that no person may operate a civil aircraft (except a manned 

free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that aircraft has 

fully functioning dual controls. 

UAS's and remotely piloted aircraft, by their design do not have fully functional dual 

controls. Flight control is accomplished through the use of a control box that 

communicates with the aircraft via radio communications. The FAA has approved 

exemptions for flight training without fully functional dual controls for a number of 

aircraft and for flight instruction in experimental aircraft. See Exemption Nos.5778K & 

9862A. The equivalent level of safety provided by the fact that neither a pilot nor 

passengers will be carried in the aircraft and by the size and speed of the aircraft. 

Enhancing this safety is the technology inherent in the remote controls utilizing digital 

communications, which is paired to the UAS making it nearly impossible to 

unintentionally or intentionally have the control communications interrupted. 

14 C.P.R. §91.119: Minimum Safe Altitudes 

§91 .119 establishes safe altitudes for operation of civil aircraft. §91 .119 (d) 

allows helicopters to be operated at less than the minimums prescribed, 

provided the person operating the helicopter complies with any route or 

altitudes prescribed for helicopters by the FAA. 

As this exemption is for a UAS that closely mimics the behavior of a helicopter, and the 

exemption requests authority to operate at altitudes up to 400 feet AGL, an exemption 

may be needed to allow such operations. As set forth herein, the UAS will never 

operate at higher than 400 feet AGL or beyond unaided visual line of sight, 

whichever is closer. It will however be operated with 

individuals tasked with ensuring public safety, and where buildings and people 

will not be exposed to operations without their pre-obtained consent and 

training. The equivalent level of safety will be achieved given the size, weight, 

speed of the UAS as well as the location where it is operated. All affected individuals 

will be aware of the planned flight operations. Our UAS's proposed herein and the lack 
of flammable fuel, any risk associated with these operations is far less than 

those presently presented with conventional aircraft operating at or below 500 

AGL. In addition, the low-altitude operations of the UAS will ensure separation 

between these small- UAS operations and the operations of conventional 

aircraft that must comply with §91.119. 

14 C.P.R. §91.121 Altimeter Settings 

§91.121 requires each person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising altitude 

by reference to an altimeter that is set" ... to the elevation of the departure 

airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before departure:' 

As the UAS may not have a barometric altimeter, but instead a GPS altitude read out, 

an exemption may be needed. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved by 

the operator, confirming the altitude of the launch site shown on the GPS 

altitude indicator before flight. The operator (PIC) will also ensure effective 

pairing with multiple GPS sources to guarantee accurate detection of height. 

14 C.P.R. §91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions 

§91.151 (a) prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under 

VFR conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there 

is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing, and, assuming 

normal cruising speed (1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 30 

minutes; or (2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 minutes." 

The batteries powering the UAS's provide approximately 20 minutes of powered flight 

in hover mode without payload. Our UAS's will not be able to meet the 30-minute 

reserve requirement in 14 CPR §91.151. Operating the small UAS's, in a tightly 

controlled area with less than 30 minutes of reserve power, does not engender the type 

of risks that Section 91.151 (a) was intended to alleviate given the size and speed of the 

small UAS's. We believes that an equivalent level of safety can be achieved by limiting 

flights to 10 minutes or 25% of battery power whichever happens first. This 

restriction would be more than adequate to return the UAS to its planned 

landing zone from anywhere in its limited operating area. Similar exemptions 

have been granted to other operations, including Exemptions 2689F, 57 45, 

1 0673, and 10808. 

14 C.F.R. §91.203 (a) & (b): Carrying Civil Aircraft Certification and 

Registration 

The regulation provides in pertinent part: (a) Except as provided in §91.715, no 

person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within it the following: (1) An 

appropriate and current airworthiness certificate ... (b) No person may operate 

a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by paragraph (a) of 

this section or a special flight authorization issued under §91.715 is displayed 

at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. 

The UAS's fully loaded are light weight and are operated without an 

onboard pilot. As such, there is no ability or place to carry certification and 

registration documents or to display them on the UAS's. An equivalent level of 

safety will be achieved by keeping these documents at the ground control point 
where the pilot flying the UAS will have immediate access to them, to the 

extent they are applicable to the UAS's. The FAA has issued numerous 

exemptions to this regulation. A representative sample of other exceptions 

includes Exemption Nos. 9565, 9665, 9789, 9789A, 9797, 9797 A, 9816A, and 

10700. 

14 C.F.R. §91.405 (a); 407 (a) (1); 409 (a) (2); 417(a) & (b): Maintenance 

Inspections 

These regulations require that an aircraft operator or owner "shall have that 

aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall between 

required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, have 

discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter ... ;' and others 

shall inspect or maintain the aircraft in compliance with Part 43. 

Given that 

these section and Part 43 apply only to aircraft with an airworthiness 

certificate, these sections will not apply to the applicant. The operator, 

pursuant to the flight manual, will provide maintenance. An equivalent level of 

safety will be achieved because these small UAS's are very limited in size and 

will carry a small payload and operate only in restricted areas for limited 

periods of time. If mechanical issues arise the UAS can land immediately and 

will be operating from no higher than 400 feet AGL. We will ensure that the 

UAS is in working order prior to initiating flight and keep a log of any 

maintenance performed. Moreover, our trained staff professionals are familiar 

with the aircraft and are best suited to maintain the aircraft in an airworthy 

condition to provide the equivalent level of safety. 

Conditions and Limitations 

We have reviewed the conditions and limitations given below from one of the 

recent Section 333 exemptions granted and we are willing to abide by the rules 

outlined below. New rules that are not listed below will also be followed if 

required for an exemption. 

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption are limited to the specific UAS listed 

when weighing less than 55 pounds including 

payload. Proposed operations of any other aircraft will require a new petition 
or a petition to amend this exemption. 

2. Operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television 

filming are not permitted. 

3. The UA may not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots (100 miles per 

hour). The exemption holder may use either groundspeed or calibrated 

airspeed to determine compliance with the 87 knot speed restriction. In no 

case will the UA be operated at airspeeds greater than the maximum UA 

operating airspeed recommended by the aircraft manufacturer. 

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above 

ground level (AGL). Altitude must be reported in feet AGL. 

5. The UA must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all 

times. This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any 

device other than corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC's FAA-issued airman 

medical certificate or U.S. driver's license. 

6. All operations must utilize a visual observer (VO). The UA must be operated 

within the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. The VO 

may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always 

maintains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC must be able to communicate 

verbally at all times; electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during 

flight operations. The PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot 

transfer his or her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC must 

ensure that the VO can perform the duties required of the VO. 

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the UAS and conduct 

its operations in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this 

grant of exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the operating documents. 

The operating documents must be accessible during UAS operations and made 

available to the Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between 

the conditions and limitations in this exemption and the procedures outlined in 

the operating documents, 4 the conditions and limitations herein take 

precedence and must be followed. Otherwise, the operator must follow the 

procedures as outlined in its operating documents. The operator may update or 

revise its operating documents. It is the operator's responsibility to track such 

revisions and present updated and revised documents to the Administrator or 

any law enforcement official upon request. The operator must also present 

updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or amendment to 

this grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update or revision 

would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then the 

operator must petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA's 

UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding 

updates or revisions to the operating documents. 

8. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS 

operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement of a flight critical 
component, must undergo a functional test flight prior to conducting further 

operations under this exemption. Functional test flights may only be conducted 

by a PIC with a VO and must remain at least 500 feet from other people. The 

functional test flight must be conducted in such a manner so as to not pose an 

undue hazard to persons and property. 

9. The operator is responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure 

that it is in a condition for safe operation. 

1 0. Prior to each flight, the PIC must conduct a pre-flight inspection and 

determine the UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection 

must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g. inoperable components, 

items, or equipment. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe 

operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited from operating until the 

necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a 

condition for safe flight. 

11. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer's maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements for the aircraft and 

aircraft components. 

12. Each UAS operated under this exemption must comply with all 

manufacturer safety bulletins. 

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC must hold either an airline transport, 

commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also 

hold a current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver's license 

issued by a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a 

possession, or the Federal government. The PIC must also meet the flight 

review requirements specified in 

14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot 

certificate. 

14. The operator may not permit any PJC to operate unless the PIC 

demonstrates the ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with 

how the UAS will be operated under this exemption, including evasive and 

emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, 

vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency 

must be logged in a manner consistent with 14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the 

purposes of training the operator's PIGs and VOs (training, proficiency, and 

experience-building) and determining the PIC's ability to safely operate the 

UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under this 

exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, training 

operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During 

training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not essential 

for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate 

the UAS with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 

CFR § 91.119. 
15. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 

1.1. All operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions 

(VMC). Flights under special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized. 

16. The UAS may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference 

point (ARP) as denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Directory (AFD) or for 

airports not denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport symbol as denoted 

on the current FAA-published aeronautical chart, unless a letter of agreement 

with that airport's management is obtained or otherwise permitted by a COA 

issued to the exemption holder. The letter of agreement with the airport 

management must be made available to the Administrator or any law 

enforcement official upon request. 

17. The UA may 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. 

18. If the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return 

to a pre-determined location within the private or controlled-access property. 

19. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or 

emergencies. 

20. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and 

forecast weather conditions) there is enough available power for the UA to 

conduct the intended operation and to operate after that for at least five 

minutes or with the reserve power recommended by the manufacturer if 

greater. 

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). 

All operations shall be conducted in accordance with an A TO-issued COA. The 

exemption holder may apply for a new or amended COA if it intends to conduct 

operations that cannot be conducted under the terms of the attached COA. 6 

22. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption must be identified 

by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have 

identification (N-Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart 

C. Markings must be as large as practicable. 

23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of 

the UAS and any documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be 

available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the 

aircraft is operating. These documents must be made available to the 

Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. 

24. The UA must remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations 

and activities at all times. 

25. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or 
vehicle. 

26. All Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all 

nonparticipating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless: 

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating 

persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator 

must ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a 

situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are 

within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations must cease immediately in a 

manner ensuring the safety of nonparticipating persons; and b. The owner/ 

controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission for 

operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of 

the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not 

present an undue hazard. 

The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered 

nonparticipating persons under this exemption. 

27. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property 

with permission from the property owner/controller or authorized 

representative. Permission from property owner/controller or authorized 

representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted. 

28. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or 

vertical boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable 

COA must be reported to the FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) within 

24 hours. Accidents must be reported to the National Transportation Safety 

Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: 

www.ntsb.gov. 

PIC Qualifications: 

Anthony Louis Cools 

1600 Songlight Ct 

Las Vegas, NV 89117-1583 

County: Clark County 

Country: USA 

Valid Nevada Drivers License 

Private Pilot 

Date of Issue 11/27/2002 

Airplane Single Engine Land 
Summary 

Satisfaction of the criteria provided in Section 333 of the Reform Act - size, weight, 

speed, operating capabilities, proximity to airports and populated areas, operation 

within visual line of sight, and national security considerations - provides more than 

adequate justification for the grant of the requested exemptions to permit 

Cools Entertainment to operate DJIInspire 1, DJI Phantom 3 Professional, DJI S900, DJI 

S1000 for commercial purposes. Granting the requested exemption will benefit the public 

interest as a whole in many ways, including (1) significantly improving safety and reducing 

risk by alleviating human exposure to danger in the event of a first responder client; (2) 

improving the quality of services we can provide to our customers; and (3) decreasing 

operating costs compared to competing technologies of imagery/videography activities. 

Sincerely, 

Anthony Cools 

Title: CEO 
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Using this manual 

0 Warning & Important ~<J: Hints and Tips li'@ Reference 

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

1.Disclaimer 

2.1n the Box 

3.1nsplre 1 Quick Start Guide 

4.Safety Guidelines 

S.lnsplre 1 User Manual 

6.1ntelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines 

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

prepare for your first flight by using the Inspire 1 Quick Start Guide. Refer to this manual for more 

comprehensive Information. 

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before use. Scan the OR code or visit 

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Contents 

Using this manual 

Legends 

Before Flight 

Watch the video tutorials 

Download the DJI Pilot app 

Product Profile 

Introduction 

Feature Highlights 

Assemble the Aircraft 

Aircraft Diagram 

Remote Controller Diagram 

Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

Flight Mode 

Flight Status Indicator 

Return to Home (RTH) 

Dynamic Home Point 

Vision Positioning System 

Flight Recorder 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

DJJ Intelligent Flight Battery 

Remote Controllers 

Remote Controller Profile 

Remote Controller Operations 

Dual Remote Controllers Mode 

Remote Controller Status LED 

Linking the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

Gimbal and Camera 

Camera Profile 

Gimbal 

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DJI PllotApp 

Camera 40 

Map 43 

Academy 43 

User Center 43 

Flight 

Flight Environment Requirements 45 

Flight Limits and Flight Restriction Area 45 

Preflight Checklist 49 

Calibrating the Compass 49 

Auto Take-off and Auto Landing 50 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 51 

Flight Test 51 

FAQ 

Appendix 

Specifications 57 

Intelligent Orientation COntrot (IOC) 60 

How to Update Firmware 61 

FCC Compliance 62 
Product Profile 

This chapter describes the features of 

Inspire 1, instructs you to assemble the 

aircraft and explains the components on 

the aircraft and remote controllers. 

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Product Profile 

The Inspire 1 Is brand new quadcopter capable of capturing 4K video and transmlttlng an HD video 

signal (up to 2km) to multiple devices straight out of the box. Equipped with retractable landing gear, it 

can capture an unobstructed 360 degree view from its camera. The buill-in camera has an Integrated 

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

available, Vision Positioning technology provides hovering precision. 

Camera and Gimbal: Up to 4K video recording and 12 megaplxel photo capture. Reserved mounting 

space for ND filters for better exposure control. New quick-release mount allows you to remove the 

camera with ease. 

HD Video Downlink: Low latency, HD downlink powered by an enhanced version of the OJ! Ughlbridge 

system. It also provides dual controllers mode. 

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

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

battery management system. 

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

A new fl!ght recorder stores the flight data from each flight, and Vlslon Positioning enhances hovering 

precision when no GPS is available. 

Unlocking Travel Mode 

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

your first flight 

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

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

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

4. Power off the aircraft. 

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

FUght Battery' (P21) for more information . 

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

controller to deactivate Travel Mode. Refer to ·setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode' (P30) 

section for more lnfromation about Master remote controller. 

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

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

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

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

Installing Gimbal and Camera 

1. Remove Gimbal Cover. 

2. Rotate the Gimbal Lock to the unlocked position (to the right when facing the nose of the aircraft). 

3. Insert the gimbal by aligning the white mark on the Gimbal. 

4. Rotate the Gimbal Lock back Into the locked position. 

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&, Ensure the Mioro-SD card is correctly inserted Into the camera. 

Attaching Propellers 

Attach propellers with the black nut onto motors with the black dot and spin counter-clockwise to secure 

Attach propellers with gray nut onto motors without a black dot and spin clockwise to secure. 

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& Place all propeHers onto the correct motor and tighten by hand to ensure security before flight. 

Attaching 1345s Qulck·Release Propellers 

The 1345s Ouick~Release propeller ls the upgrade version of the propellers that greatly enhance the 

reliabiftiY of the propeller dur'1ng the fright. Following the steps below to attach the 1345s Ouick~Release 

propellers 

1. Install the propellers with a white dot onto the mounting plates that have a white dot. and Install the 

propellers without a white dot onto the mounting plates that do not have a white dot. 

Without 

white dol 

dot 

2. Ahgn the hook (A) on the propellers with the securing spring {B), then press down the propeller onto 

the mounting plate then rotate the propellers according to the lock direction until it is secured. 

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11ft the Mobile Device Holder to the desired position then adjust the antenna as shown. 

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

your mobile device. 

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

3. Plug one end of the cable into your mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of 

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[2] Propeller (P17) 

,- 1'1 ~[:3] [3] Motor 

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--151 [4] Front LED (P12) 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimbal and Camera (P35) 

[7] Intelligent Flight Batlery (P18) 

L'1l --- "--H----·--·-~. ,_ --- -H---- -- r'm [8] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

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[10J Camera Micro-USB Port 

[11] CarneraMicro-SDCardSiot (P35) 

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-[1] 

(13] [12] Vision Positioning Sensors (P16) 

[13] Aircraft Status Indicator (P13) 

[1] Antennas (P29) 

Relays aircraft control and video signal. 

{2] Mobile Device Holder 

Mounting place for your mobile device. 

[3] Control Stick 

Controls aircraft orientation. 

[4) Return Home (RTH) Button (P13) 

Press and hold the button to initiate Return to 

Home (RTH). 

[5] Transformation Switch (P27) 

Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lower 

the landing gear. 

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[6] Battery Level LEOs [8] Power Button 

Displays the current battery level. 

[7} Status LEO 

Used to power on or power off the remote controller. 

[9] RTH LED 

Displays the power status. Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status. 

{10] camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

~ Only functions when the remote controller is 

g. connected to a mobile device running the OJI 

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~ [11] Playback Button 

m Playback the captured images or videos. 

[12] Shutter Button 

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

set number of photos will be taken with one 

press. 

[13] Ffight Mode Switch 

Used to switch between P, A and F mode. 

(14] VIdeo Recording Button 

Press to start recording video. Press aga\n to 

stop recording. 

[15] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

[16] Mlnf-HDMI Port 

Connect an HD compatible monitor to this 

port to get a live HD video preview of what the 

camera sees. 

{17} M/cro-USB Port 

For connecting the remote controller to your 

computer. 

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[18] CAN Bus Port 

Reserved for future use. 

[19] USB Port 

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Connect to mobile device to access a!! of the 

OJI Pilot app controls and features. 

[20] GPS Module 

Used to pinpoint the location of the remote 

controller. 

[21 J Back Left Button 

Customizable button in DJI Pilot app. 

[22] Power Port 

Connect to a power source to charge the 

remote controller's internal battery. 

(23) Back Right Button 

Customizable button in OJI Pilot app. 
.Aircraft 

This chapter describes the features of 

the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning 

System and the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

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The Inspire 1 's flight controller is based on DJl flight controller with several enhancements such as new 

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

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

recorder stores crucial flight data for each flight. 

Three flight modes are avaJJable. The details of each flight mode are found In the section below: 

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

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

Positioning sensors· 

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

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

Positioning for hovering 

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

so only altitude is control!ed. 

A made (Attitt.Jde): The GPS and Vision Positioning System Is not used for holding position. The aircraft 

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

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

F mode (Func1ion): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC in Appendix. 

~\): Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight 

Mode Switch~ on P27 for mere information. 

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

LEOs are shown in the figure below: 

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

Rear LED displays solid green. 

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

information about the Aircraft Status Indicator: 

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·~c~\ ···•·· Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Aircraft warmlng up 

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·),~'-X2 .•• , • ·Green Flashes Twice 

·Y: ······Yellow Flashes Slowly 

.Warning 

·y ....... Fast Yellow Flashing 

t:$1. ······Slow Red Flashing 

't{: ...... Fast Red Flashing 

Safe to Fly (P mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) 

Sail> toRy (P mode I'Ath V•lon Positioning but without GPS) 

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

Remote Controller Signal Lost 

Low Battery Warning 

\13> • · · • • ·Red Flashing Alternatively 

A::-SolidRed 

Cr!tical Low Battery Warning 

IMUError 

Critical Error 

··!\' \'(: . ··· .. Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

"fi~\trn to wd~~ (l'lT~~ .. The Return to Home (RTH) brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point There are three cases 

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

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

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

the GPS leon ( 11 1 ). If you are using the Dynamic Home Point 

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

move around and when the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks green. 

Using the ATH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on P28 for more information) or the 

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

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

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

Smart RTH and regain the control. 

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Low Battery RTH 

The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that 

may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately 

when these warnings are shown. DJI Pilot app wi!l advise user to return the aircraft to the Home Point 

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

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

thresholds for these warnings are automatlcally determined based on the current aircraft alt!tude and its 

distance from the Home Point. 

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

from the current attitude. User can use the remote controller to control the aircraft's orientation during the 

landing process. 

The Battery Level Indicator is displayed In the DJI Pilot app, and is described below 

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The battery Low battery 

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the aircraft return to the 

Home point and land 

automatically, or "Canceln to Aircraft status 

Indicator bUnks resume normal flight. If no 

action is taken, the aircraft RED slowly. will automatically go home 

and land after 10 seconds. 

Remote controller will sound 

an alarm. 

Aircraft status The DJI Pilot app screen wiU 

indicator blinks flash red and aircraft starts to 

REDqulcl<ly. descend. Remote controller 

will sound an alarm. 

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~¢: • When the critical battery level warning activates and the aircraft is descending to land 

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

appropriate location for landing. 

• Color zones and markers on the battery !eve! Indicator reflect estimated remaining flight time 

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

Failsafe RTH 

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

more than 3 seconds provided that Home Point has been successfu11y recorded and compass is working 

normally. Return home process may be Interrupted and the operator can regain control over the aircraft If 

a remote controller signal is resumed. 

Failsafe Illustration 

1 Record Home Point (HP) 2 Confirm Home Point 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost 

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& • Aircraft automatically descends and lands If RTH is triggered when the aircraft files within a 20 

meter (65 feet) radius of the Home Point. 

• Aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe ATH, therefore it Is Important to set an 

reasonable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" 

view and select "MODE" to set the Failsafe altitude. 

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

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

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Dynamic home point Is useful in situations when you are In 

motion and require a Home Point that is different from the 

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

the figure below: 

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obstructed when using Dynamic Home Point. 

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There are two options for Dynamic Home Point. 

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

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

Setting Up Dynamic Home Point 

Follow the steps below to setup Dynamic Home Point: 

1. Connect to the mobile device and launch the DJI Pllot app and go to the "Camera" page. 

2. Tap"t"and select"ilf", to reset the remote controller's coordinates as the new Home Point. 

3. Tap"f"and select"4.f", to reset the aircraft's coordinates as the new Home Point 

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

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

Identify its current position. With the help of VIsion Positioning, your Inspire t can hover in place more 

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

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

sensors and[2]one monocular camera. 

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

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

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

no GPS is available. 

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Follow the steps below to use VIsion Positioning: 

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

2. Place the Inspire 1 on a flat surface. No!ice that the Vision Positioning system 

cannot work properly on surfaces without pattem variations. 

3. Power on the Inspire 1. The aircraft status indicator wJII flash twice In green light, 

which Indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up 

to liftoff, and the Inspire 1 will hover In place. 

~ & The performance of your Inspire 1's Vision Positioning System is subject to the surface you are 

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

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

aircraft will switch from "P" mode to "A" mode automallcaHy If both GPS and Vision Positioning 

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

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

• Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. 

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

• Flying over water or transparent surfaces. 

• Flying over moving surfaces or objects. 

• Rylng In an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. 

• Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10)orbright (lux> 10,000) surlaces. 

• Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). 

• Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. 

• Flying over surfaces with Identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with same design). 

• Flying over Inclined surfaces that wnt deflect sound waves away from the aircraft. 

• In the event of loss of remote controtler's signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds and then 

auto-land if it Is In "P" mode. 

~\):- • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness 

of the sensors. 

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

• Vision Positioning system may not function prope~y when the aircraft is flying over water. 

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

conditions (less than 1001ux). 

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

in operation. 

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

ground (below 0.5 meters) In fast speed. 

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

sensor emits high frequency sound that Is only audible to some animals. 

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

these data through the DJI Pilot app. This includes fllght duration, orientation, distance, aircraft status 

information, speed, and other parameters. 

l~~~ilr~s,Mclifellisli~~lt\~;~r;oR~!ie~;;· :· ·. Use only OJI approved prope!lers with your Inspire 1. The grey or black nut on the propeller indicates 

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match the nut with the dots on the motors of your Inspire 1 : 

Propellers dliel<9i>(1345) 

Attach 

Rgure 

On Motors without 

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a black dot Motors with a 

81a6kcap(t~) 

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Legends e~ Lock: Turn the propellers In the indicated direction to mount and tighten 

'b '1 Unlock ; Turn the prope!!ers in the Indicated direction to loosen and remove 

Attaching the Propellers 

1, Attach the propellers with a grey nut onto a motor without a black dot and spin tlle propellers clockwise 

to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with a black nut onto a motor with a black dot and spin 

the propellers counter clockwise to secure Its position. Be sure to completely tighten each propeller by 

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& • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft carrot take off. 

• Handling the propellers with care . 

• Manually tighten each of 1he propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it Is attached firmly. 

Detaching the Propellers 

Hold the motor still. Then spin the propeUer in the unlock direction indicated on the propeller Itself. 

Detaching 1345s Quick-Release Propellers 

Press the 1345s Quick-Release propellers downward firmly then rotate the propeller in the unlock 

direction to unlock the propellers . 

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

• Ensure that all propellers are In good condition before each f!rght. DO NOT use old, chipped, 

or broken propellers. 

• To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or Jl"'kJtors when they are spinning. 

• ONLY use original OJ! propellers for a better and safer flight experience. 

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

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

Flight Battery' P21 for more lnlormation . 

DJIIntelllgent Flight Battery Functions 

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

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

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

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

10 days to prevent swelling. It takes around 2 days to discharge the battery to 65%.!1 is normal to feel 

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

set in the DJI Pilot app. 

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

5. Over charge Protection: Chargtng automatically stops when the battery is fuHy charged. 

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

40'C (104'F). 

7. Over Current Protection: Battery stops charging when high amperage (more than lOA) Is detected. 

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

prevent over-discharge damage 

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

10. Battery Cell Damages Protection: OJI Pilot app shows warning message when damaged battery cell 

is detected. 

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

messages and so on. 

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

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

aircraft's to the main controller. 

&. Refer to Disclaimer and Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guide/ins before use. Users take full 

responsibility for a!l operations and usage. 

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Powering ON/OFF 

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

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

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

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Low Temperature Notice: 

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

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

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

2. Using the Intelligent Flight Battery in extremely low temperature environments {those with air 

temperatures below ~10°C) Is not recommended. When flying in environments with temperatures 

between 5cc and -10°C, the Intelligent Flight Sattel)' should be able to achieve the appropriate voltage 

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

In order to prevent a rapid drop in temperatures. 

3. If the DJl PHot app displays the "Critical Low Battery Level Warning" when flying In low temperature 

environments, stop flying and land the aircraft Immediately. You will stiK be able to control the aircraft's 

movement when this warning is triggered. 

4. store the Intelligent Right Battery in a room temperature environment and ensure that Its temperature 

exceeds sec before using it in the low temperature environment. 

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

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

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

when in use. 

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

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

Checking the battery level 

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

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

battery level. See below for details. 

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

discharging. The indicators are defined below, 

c::'( : LED is on. ~:- :LED is flashing. 

4 :LED Is off. 

Battery level 

LE01 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery level 

4 4 4 4 87.5%-100% 

4 4 4 ~: 75%-87.5% 

4 4 4 4 62.5%-75% 

4 4 ~: 4 50%-62.5% 

4 4 < 4 37.5%-50% 

< ~: < < 25%-37.5% 

< 4 4 4 12.5%-25% 

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Battery life 

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

It must be replaced. When the battery Is pmvered off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds 

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

seconds: 

BattetyUfe 

LEDt LED2 LED3 LED4 BalteJYUfe 

~ ~ ~ ~ 90%-100% 

4 ~ ~ B' 80%-90% 

~ ~ ~ ~ 70%-80% 

~ ~ B' ~ 60%-70% 

~ ~ ~ ~ 50%-60% 

~ B' ~ ~ 4D"A.·50% 

~ ~ ~ ~ 30%-40% 

B' ~ ~ 4 20%-30% 

~ ~ ~ ~ below20% 

Lb. \foJhen battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. 

E}j For more Information about the battery, launch DJI Pilot app and check the infonnatlon under the 

battery tab. 

Charging the lnteUigent Flight Battery 

1. Connect Battery Charger to a power source (1 00-240V 50/60Hz). 

2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. H the battery 

level is above 95%, turn an the battery before charging. 

3. The Battery Level Indicator will display the current battery level during charging. 

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

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

before storing it for an extended period. 

,& • Do not charge the Intelligent Right Battery and remote controller with standard charger (mode\: 

A 14-100P1A) at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. 

• Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Inspire i. Never insert or 

remove a battery when It is pomred on. 

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B' B' B: 4 50%-75% 

~' B: B' B: 75%-100% 

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Charging Protection LED Display 

The 1able below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns. 

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LEDt LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern BatteJY Protection Item 

~ ~' ~ ~ LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected 

~ B' 4 ~ LED2 blinks three tlmss per second Short circuit detected 

4 ~ B: ~ LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected 

~ ~ B' 4 LED3 blinks three times per second Over~vottage charger detected 

~ ~ ~ B' LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

(<O"C) 

~~~ 4 B: LED4 blinks thrM times per second ~~~~ temperature is toe- high 

After arry of the above mentioned protection Issues are resolved, press the button to tum off the Battery 

Level Indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug It back In to resume 

charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug the charger in the event of a room temperature 

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

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

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How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: 

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

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

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

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

the battery ls working at Its optima!. 

Slow: Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Inspire 1's Battery Compartment and power it 

on. Leave It on until there Is less than 5% of power left, or untlf the battery can no longer 

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

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

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Remote Controllers 

This chapter describes the features 

of the remote controller that includes 

aircraft and remote controller operations 

and dual remote controller mode. 

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The Inspire 1 Remote Controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the 

video downlink ground system and aircraft Remote Controller system. The video downlink and aircraft 

Remote Controller system operate at 2.4 GHz with maximum transmission distance of 2km. The remote 

controller features a number of camera functions, such as taking and previewing photos and video, and 

controlling gimbal motions. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The current 

battery level is displayed by LEOs on the front panel of the remote control. 

EI:J • Compliance Version: The Remote Controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulaHons. 

• Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 , Mode 2. 

• Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. 

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

Lt Do not operate more than 3 aircrafts within In the same area (size equivalent to a soccer field) to 

prevent transmission interference. 

Powering On And Off The Remote Controner 

The Inspire 1 remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery with a capacity of 60DOmAh. The 

battery level Is indicated by the Battery Level LEDs on the front panel. Follow the steps below to power on 

your remote controller: 

1. When powered off, press the Power Button once and the Battery Level LEOs will display the current 

battery level. 

2. Then, press and hold the Power Button to power on the remote controRer. 

3. The Remote Controller w!H beep when it powers on. The Status LED will blink green (slave remote 

controller blinks solid purple) rapidly, indicating that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The 

Status LED w!!l show a solid green light when linking Is completed. 

4. Repeat step 2 to power off the remote controller after finish using it. 

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Charging Remote Controller 

Charge the remote controller via supplied charger. 

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Shoot videos or Images and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback 

Button and Video Recording Button on the remote control 

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Turn the dial to quickly adjust camera settings such as ISO and shutter speed without letting go of the 

remote controller. Move the dial button to left or right to view the pictures or videos in playback mode. 

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Press to view images or videos that have already been captured. 

[3] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. II burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press. 

(4] Recoding Bullen 

Press once to start recording video, then press agaln to stop recording. 

Controlling Aircraft 

This section explains how to use the various features of the remote controller. The Remote Controller is set 

to Mode 2 by default. 

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Moving the left stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's elevation. 

Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

Push the throttle stick up to takeoff. 

When both sticks are centered, the Inspire 1 will 

hover in place. 

The more the sUck is pushed away from the 

center position, the faster the Inspire 1 will change 

elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent 

sudden and unexpected elevation changes. 

Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the 

rudder and rotation of the aircraft. 

Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter 

clock-wise, and push the stick right to rotate the 

aircraft clockwise. If the stlck Is centered, the 

Inspire 1 will stay facing its current direction. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the f~~~r the lm~r~.!. will rotate. 

Moving the right stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's forward and backward pitch. 

Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly 

backward. The Inspire 1 wi!l hover in place if the stick 

is centered. 

Push the stick further away from the center IX)Sillon for 

a larger pitch angle {maximum 35') and faster flight. 

Moving the right stick control left and right changes 

the aircraft's left and right pitch. 

Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The Inspire 1 

will hover in place if the stick is centered. 

Push the stick further eway from the center position for 

a larger p~ch angle (maximum 35') and faster flight. 

Gimbal Dial: Tum 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 remain in its current 

position when dial is static. 
Fffght Mode Switch 

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. 

You may choose between; P mode, F mode and A 

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

mode, which will be automatically selecled by the Inspire 1 depending on GPS signal strength and Vision 

Positioning sensors: 

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

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

Positioning for hovering 

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

so only altitude is controlled. 

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

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

retum home If the Remote Controller signal is lost and If the Home Point has been recorded successfully. 

F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Is activated In this mode. For more Information 

about IOC. refer to the IOC In Appendix. 

The Right Mode Switch Is locked in P roode by default. To unlock the swltch, launch the DJI Pilot app, 

enter the 'Camera' page. tap 'MODE', and then activate 'Multiple Flight Mode'. 

Transformation Sw~ch I RTH Button 

The Transformation Switch I RTH Button comblnatlon serves two functions. Toggle the switch up or down 

to raise or lower the landing gear. Or, press the button to activate the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. 

Transformation Switch 

This switch has two positlons. The effect of toggling the switch to any of these positions is defined below: 

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lowered before landing. 

RTHbutton 

Press and hold this button to start the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. The LED around the RTH Button 

will blink white to indicate the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the last recorded 

Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain the control of the aircraft. 

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Connecting Mobile Device 

Tilt the Mobile Device Holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the Mobile Device Holder 

to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the clamp. Adjust the clamp to secure your 

mobile device. Then connect your mobile device to the remote controller with a USB cable. Plug one end of 

the cable into your mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller. 

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Optimal Transmission Range 

The signal transmission between aircraft and remote controller perform best within the range that 

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between the operator and the aircraft to achieve optimal transmission performance. 

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More than one remote controller can connect to the same aircraft In Dual Remote Controller mode. In 

Dual Controllers mode, the "Master" remote controller operator controls the orientation of the aircraft, while 

the "Slave" remote controller controls the movement of the gimbal and camera operation. When multiple 

"slave" remote controllers (max of 6) are connect to the aircraft, only the first connected "slave" remote 

controller Is able to control the gimbal, the remaining "slave" remote controller can view the live feed video 

from the alrcratt and set the camera parameters. but they cannot control the gimbal. 

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,&. Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the pitch movement of the camera in the 

single remote controller mode, however, you cannot control the pan movement of the camera. 

Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode 

Dual Remote Controllers mode is disabled by default. Users must enable this feature on the ~Master" 

remote controller by through the DJ! Pilot app. Foltow the steps below tor setup: 

"Master" Remote Controller: 

1. Connect the remote contro!fer to your mobile device and launch the DJl Pilot app. 

2. Go to the Camera page, and tap fli"' 111ll to enter the remote controller settings window. 

3. Tap "Set RC Status" to enable Master-and-Slave mode. 

4. Select "Master" in the "Set RC Status~ section to set the remote controller as "Master" remote contro!!er 

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1. Tap ~Search for Master Controller~ to search the "Master" remote controller. 

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& Remote controller cannot link to the aircraft if the remote controner is set as "Slave". Meanwhile, 

the "Slave" remote controller cannot control the orientation of the aircraft. Reset the remote 

controller to "Master" in DJI Pilot app If you wish to link the remote controller to the aircraft. 

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

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connect to the desired "Master" remote controller. 

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Remote controller error. 

HD Downl!nk Is disrupted. 

RemOte CoiltroHet Status; 

Aircraft is returning home. 

Sending Return to Home command to the aircraft . 

Aircraft Return to Home In progress. 

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

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new 

r9f110te controller for the first time. Foflow these steps to link a new remote controller: 

1. Power on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch OJI Pilot app. 

2. Power on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Enter "Camera" view and tap on and then tap ~Linking Remote Controller" button as shown below. 

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Linking button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator will display solid green if link is 

succeed. 

Lh • Remote controller cannot link to the aircraft If the remote controller is set as "Slave''. Meanwhile, 

the "Slave" remote controller cannot control the orientation of the aircraft. Reset the remote 

controller to "Master" In OJI Pilot app if you wish to llnk the remote controller to the aircraft. 

• Remote controller will disconnect from the !Inked aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to 

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This chapter provides the technical 

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The on-board camera supports 4K video capture up to 4096x2160p24 and 12M pixel photos capture by 

using the 1/2.3 Inch CMOS sensor. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format for editing. 

Available picture shooting modes include burst. continuous, and timer mode. A live preview of what the 

camera is seeing before you shoot videos and pictures is supported through the OJI Pilot App. 

Camera Micro-50 Card Slot 

To store your photos and videos, plug In the micro-SO card into the slot shQVo/!1 below before powering on 

the Inspire 1. The Inspire 1 comes with a 16GB mlcro..SD card and supports up to a 64GB micr<rSD card. 

A UHS-1 type micro-SO card Is recommended, because the fast read and write capability of these cards 

enables you to store high.resolutlon Video data. 

0 Do not remove mlcro..SD card from the Inspire 1 when It Is powered on. 

Camera Data Port 

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

videos from the camera to your computer. 

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Camara Operation 

Use the Shutter and Record button on the remote controller to shoot the images or the videos through the 

DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to "Controlling Camera" P25. 

NDFmer 

Attach an NO lUter to the front of the camera to reduce over-exposure and "jetlo" effect. 

Gimbal Profile 

The 3waxls Gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to- capture stabilized 

images and video. The Gimbal can tilt the camera up to 120 degrees and rotate 360 degrees. 

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Use the gimbal dial on the remote controlfer to control pitch movement of the camera by default. Note that 

you cannot control the pan motion of the camera by default. Enable the "Master-and-Slave" mode and 

set the remote controller to "Slave" state if you wish to control both the pan and pitch movement of the 

camera. 

&, Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the pitch movement of the camera in the 

single remote controner mode, h<J...vever, you cannot control the pan movement of the camera. 

Pan Control 

Follow the instructions below to use the gimbal dial to control the pan movement of the gimbal: 

1. Power on the aircraft and remote control, launch OJ! PKot app and enter HCamera" page. 

2. Tap "RC Control Settings~ icon and select either C1 or C2 customizable button as the gimbal pitch/ 

yaw switching button. 

3. Select "Gimbal Pitch!Yaw" from the dropdown list. 

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Press C1 or C2 button to switch from pitch mode to yaw mode. You may use the gimbal dial to pan the 

gimbal under yaw mode. Press C1 or C2 again to exit yaw mode. 

Using DJI PilotApp to Control Gimbal 

Follow the steps below to use OJI Pilot app to control the gimbal orientation: 

1. Launch DJI Pilot app, enter "Camera" page. 

2. Tap and press on the screen until a blue cirde ls shown. 

3. Slide to control the gimbal orientaUon within the "Camera" page as shown below. 

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Three Gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the 

Camera page of the DJI Pilot App. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote 

controller for changes to take effect. Refer to the table below for details: 

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

constant at all1imes. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the 

Gimbal, but a second user Is required to control the pan motlon using a 

second remote controller. 

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The Gimbal's motion is independent of the aircraft's orientation. One user 

Free Mode alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is 

required to control the pan motion using a second remote controller. 

Tap to force the Gimbal orientation to re-align with aircraft's orientation 

l\'r Re-alignment by panning from gimbal's current orientation. Pitch angle will remain 

"· unchanged during the re-alignment. 

Lt. • Gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) Gimbal is placed on uneven ground. (2) 

Gimbal has received an excessive extemal force, e.g. a coUision. Please take off from flat, open 

ground and protect the gimbal after powering up . 

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• Flying In heavy fog or cloud may make the gimbal wet, leading to a temporary failure. The 

gimbal will recover when it dries out. 
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This chapter describes the four mam 

GUI of the DJI Pilot app. 

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The DJI PHot app Is a new rmblle app designed specifically for the Inspire 1. Use this app to control the 

gimbal. camera and other features of your flight system. The app also comes with Map, Store a User Center. 

for configurlng your aircraft and sharing your content with friends. It Is recommended that you use a tablet 

tor the best experience. 

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

various camera parameters from the Camera page. 

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[1] Flight Mode 

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

Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modify flight limits and 

set the gain values. 

[2] GPS Signal Strength 

~c11!!: This Icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars Indicate adequate GPS 

strength. 

[3] IOC Settings 

1M CL : This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mocle. Tap to view the IOC 

settings menu and select the desired IOC seWng. 

[4] System Status 

'~)uFI)'l~J; ·This Icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. 

[5] Battery Level indicator 

---~ , : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored 

zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carl)' out different functions. 

[6] Remote Controller Signal 

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1111: This Icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal. 

[7] HD Video Unk Signal Strength 

~ 11 11l: This Icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and 

the remote controller. 

[B] Battery Level 

rt 100%: This icon shows the current battery level. 

Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery waming thresholds, and view the 

battery warning history. 

[9] General Settings 

:: : Tap this Icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters, 

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

route display. 

[10] Camera Operation Bar 

Shutter and Recording Settings 

lt(r. :Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution 

of the videos, image size and so on. 

Shutter 

e: Tap this button to take a single photo. Press and hold this button to select single shot, triple shot 

or time-lapsed shooting modes. 

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i): Tap once to start recording video, then lap again to stop recording. You can also press the 

VIdeo Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same functionality. 

Playback 

[E! ; Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are 

captured. 

Camera SeHings 

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

(11] Vision Positioning 

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

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The Vision Positioning Status icon Is highlighted when the Vision Positioning -Is in operation. 

Flight attitude is indicated by the flight attitude Icon. 

(1) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. 

(2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. 

(3) The angle of the boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicates the roll angle. 

[13] Mop 

Display the flight path of the current flight. Tap to switch from lhe Camera GUI to the Map GUI. 

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' : Tap this button to reset the current home point. You may choose to set the aircraft take..aff 

!ocat!on, the remote controller's current position, or the aircraft's current position as the Home Point. 

[15] Return to Homo (RTH) 

J;j :Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the latest home point. 

[16] Gimbal Operation Mode 

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[17] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

J.i..!.; Tap to Initiate auto takeoff or landing. 

{18] Uvestream 

{ij) : Uvestream Icon indicates the current video feed Is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the 

mobile data service Is available on the mobile device. 

[191 Back 

A :Tap to return to the main GUI. 

Director Is an automatlc video editor buiN into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video cUps. simply 

tap "Director~ from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of 0 clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared Immediately. 5:=: 

Tap "Store" to visit the official DJJ OnUne Store to see the latest Information about DJI products and easily 

buy new products. 

Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status In 

"Discovery". Use your registered DJI account to login to ·nlscovery·. 

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Once pre-flight preparation Is complete, It Is recommended to use the flight simulator to learn llow to fly 

safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out In a suitable location. 

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These Include wind speed exceeding 10m/s , 

snow, rain and smog. 

2. Only fly In open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures may affect the accuracy of the on-board 

compass and GPS signal. 

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

4. Minimize electromagnetic interference by not flying in area with high levels of electromagnetism, 

including mobile phone base stations or radio transmission towers. 

5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environment factor such as air density and temperature. 

Be very careful When flying 14700 feet (4500 meters) or more above sea level as battery and aircraft 

performance may be reduced. 

6. The Inspire 1 cannot operate within the polar areas in "P" mode. 

l#l~+J1mr~;l\!1c{;.fli!J6t ~~!~t~¢~~~r~~;i; .. Flight limits on height and distance can be set. The details of these flight limits are described in the following 

section. 

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations as 

the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), FAA and their own national airspace regulations. For 

safety reasons, the flight limits function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and 

legally. The flight limits function Includes height limits, distance limits and No Fly Zones. 

When operating in P Mode, height, distance limits and No Ay Zones work together to manage flight. In A 

mode only height limits work and flights cannot go higher than 120 meters, 

Max Height & Radius Limits 

Max Height & Radius limit flying height and distance, and the user may change these settings In the 

DJI Pilot App. Once complete, your Inspire 1 will fly in a restricted cylinder that is determined by these 

settings. The tables below show the details of these limits. 

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None. 

Lb. ·If you fly out of the limit. you can still control the Inspire 1, but cannot fly it further. 

• If the Inspire 1 files out of the max radius In Ready to Fly {non-GPS) rrode, It will fly back within 

range automatically. 

No·FiyZones 

All No-Ay Zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://flysafe.djl.corrv'no-fly. No-Fly Zones are 

divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports include major airports and flying fields where manned 

aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include borders between countries or sensitive sites. 

The details of the No-Fly Zones are explained below: 

Airport: 

(1) Airport No-Fly Zones are comprised of Takeoff Restricted Zones and Restricted-Altitude Zones. Each 

zone features circles of various size. 

{2) R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport, and is an area around the airport that is a Takeoff 

Restricted Zone, inside of which tak&Off and flight Is prevented. 

(3) From A1 to Ri + 1 mile around the airport, the flight altitude is limited an a 15 degree incline, starting at 

65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight aiUtude is limited to 1640 

feet(500 meters) at A1+1 mile. 

(4) When the aircraft Is within 320 feel (100 meters) of the No-Ry Zones, a warning message will appear 

in the OJ! Pilot app. 

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Restricted Areas: 

(1) Restricted Areas do not have a flight altitude restriction. :!! :!] 

~ (2) R around the designated Restricted Area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot takeoff within <§: this zone. The value of R varies depending on the definition of the Restricted Area. ....... 

(3) A "warning zone" has been set around each Restricted Area. When the aircraft Is within 0.6 miles ("1 

km) of this zone, a warning message will appear in the OJI Pilot app. 

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Aircraft 

Zone J Restriction Status 

Indicator 

Motors will not start. Warning: You are In a No-fly 

zone. Take off prohibited. 

No-fly Zone I If the aircraft enters the 

• restricted area in A mode but Warning: You are in a No-fly 

P mode activates the aircraft zone, automatic landing has 

wilt automatically descend to begun. (If you are within 1.5 mlle 

land then stop its motors after radius) 

landing. 

Warning: You are In a restricted 

zone. Descending to safe ! ~~~·~ashing Restricted- I If the aircraft enters the altitude. (If you are between the 

restricted area in A mode but P range of 1.5 mile and 5 mile altitude flight mode activates, it will descend radius) zone to a safe altitude and hover 15 Warning: You are In a restricted 

feet below the safe altitude. zone. Max flight height restricted 

to between 1 O.Sm and 120m. Fly 

Cautiously. 

Warning zone No flight restriction appl!es, but Warning: You are approaching a 

there will be waming message. restricted zone, Fly Cautiously. 

Free zone No restrictions. None. l None. 

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

during the descent and landing process. Motors wi!l stop automatically after landing. 

& • When flying In the safety zone. aircraft status indicator will blink red quickly and continue for 3 

seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which point 

it will switch back to red blinking. 

• For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, 

city centers and other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible. 

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·"!~~fliQ~tGh~gklist : • · 1. Remote contro!!er, aircraft battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 

2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 

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

4. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 

5. Motors can start and are functioning as normal. 

6. DJI Pilot app connected to the aircraft. 

:<::~tit?ia~ri~ tl1'1lcc:;.or1r<~k · 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 flight 

performance or even failure. Regular calibration Is required for optimum pertormance. 

0 . 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. 

Calibration Procedures 

Choose an open space to carry out the following procedures. 

1. Ensure that the compass Is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight 

preparations, or If you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap Aircraft Status 

Indicator bar in the app and select "Calibrate", then follow the on-screen instructions. 

2. Hold and rotate the aircraft horizontally 360 degrees, and the Aircraft Status Indicator will display a 

solid green light. 

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

axis. Aecalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator show solid red. 

Lt. If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration, move your aircraft to a 

different location to carry out compass calibration. 

~¢~ Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch DJJ Pilot App, follow the on-screen Instruction 

to calibrate the compass. 

When to Recalibra1e 

1. When compass data ls abnormal, and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking red and yellow. 

2. When flying In a new location, or a location that Is different from your last flight. 

3. When the mechanical structure of the Inspire 1 has changed, i.e. changed mounting posit1on of the 

compass. 

4. When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the Inspire 1 does not fly in straight lines. 

Auto Take-off 

Use auto take-off to take off your aircraft automatically if the Aircraft Status Indicator displays blinking 

green. Follow the steps below to use auto take-off: 

1. Launch DJI Pilot app, enter "Cameraff page. 

2. Ensure the aircraft is In "P" mode. 

3. Go through the pre-ffight checklist 

4. Tap".t", and confirm flight condition. Slide to confirm and take-off. 

5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at 1.2 meters above ground. 

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Auto-Landing 

Use auto-landing to land your aircraft automatically If the Aircraft Status Indicator displays b!lnklng green. 

Follow the steps below to use auto-landing: 

1. Ensure the aircraft is in "P" mode. 

2. Check the landing area condition before tapping ".!", to perfonn landing. 

3. Aircraft lowers the landing gear and proceed to land automatically. 

~o~ Landing gear wiH automatically raise when the aircraft reaches an altitude of 1.2m for the first 

time, and automatically tower every time it descends to o.am. Users can tum this feature ON/OFF 

in the Pilot app. 

Starting Motors 

The Combination Stick Command (CSC) listed below are used to start the motors instead of simply pushing the stick up. Ensure that you perform the esc In one motion. J:! 

OR 

Stopping Motors 

There are two methods to stop the motors. 

Methocl1: When the Inspire 1 has landed, push the throttle down <D, 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. The motors will stop after 3 

seconds. 

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

Take offJl..anding Procedures 

1. Place the aircraft on open, flat ground with battery indicators facing towards you. 

2. Power on the remote controller and your mobile device, then the lnteUigent Right Battery. 

3. Launch the OJ! Pilot App and enter the Camera page 

4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicator blinks green. This means the Horne Point is recorded and it is safe to fly 

rr;:m.lf it flashes ye!!ow, it means Home Point is not recorded, and you should not take off. 

5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or using Auto Take-off to take off. 

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6. Shoot photos and videos using the OJI Pilot app. 

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

6. 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 Intelligent Right Battery first, followed by the Remote Controller. 

Lh • When the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks yelk>.v rapid~ during fKght, the aircraft has erlered Failsafe 

mode. 

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

rapidly during flight. 

• Watch video tutorials about flight for more flight Information. 

VIdeo Suggestions and Tips 

1. Work through the checklist before each flight. 

2. Select desired gimbal working mode in the OJI Pilot app. 

3. Aim to shoot when flying in P mode only. 

4. Always fly in good weather, such as sunny or windless days. 

5. Change camera settings to suit you. These include photo format and exposure compensation. 

6. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and scenes. 

7. Push the sticks gently to make aircraft movements stable and smooth. 

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Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

1. How can I put a GoPro camera on the Inspire 1? 

The Inspire 1 does not currently support GoPro attachments. The gimbal Is designed to hold OJI 

cameras only. 

2. When wHI ground station functionality be available? 

The Inspire 1 does not currently support ground station. Ground station will be available with future 

firmware updates. 

3. Is the camera's exposure automatic? 

The exposure can be set to Auto, for automatic changes, or Manual,lf you wish to use a specific setting. 

4. can I see the size of Images through the app? 

Yes, you can preview image or video sizes through the OJI Pilot app, 

5. How much weight can the Inspire 1 carry without Its Included camera? 

We do not recommend flying with any payload other !han the included DJI gimbal and camera. 

6. Do you have an LCD monitor available tor the Inspire 1? 

No, OJl does not sell LCD or HD monitors for the Inspire 1. However, you can output the live streaming 

video to a compatible monitor or mobile device of your own. 

7. How long does It take to charge the battery? Does it comes with a charger? 

Yes, all Inspire 1 units come with standard T847 charger. 

W!th the slandard T847100W charger, it takes 85min to fully charge a 4500mAh battery. 

8. Are the two remote controllers the same? Should l setup the remote controllers In the app or 

somewhere else to control the camera and aircraft separately? 

The two remote controllers are physically Identical. You can set the remote controllers to either 'Master" 

or "Slave' through the OJI Pilot app if you wish to use dual controller mode. 

9. Where can I find info on the simulation application that plugs into the trainer port? Can you suggest a 

simulation program? 

There is no trainer port on the remote controller for the Inspire 1. 

10. Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series remote controHer? 

No. it cannot. The moblle device holder can only be used with the Inspire 1 remole. 

11. Does the Inspire 1 have a SO card included? 

The Inspire 1 comes with a 16GB micro-SO card.lt supports SO cards up to 64GB. 

12. Can I upgrade and buy a second remote controller if I onty buy a single remote controller now? 

Yes. 

13. How big is the Inspire 1? 

Its lengthx height x v...idth dirnensionswittout the propellers attached are 44 x 3J x45cm (17.3 x 11.8 x 17.7rn). 

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14. What flight controller does the Inspire 1 use? 

The Inspire 1 uses its r:JoNn new flight controller. 

15. Which motors and propellers does the Inspire 1 come wah? 

The Inspire 1 uses 3510 motors and 1345 propellers. 

16. Aircraft frame arm joints appear loosen, Is that normal? 

lhe space of the joins shown In the below figure Is normal and it wilt nat affect the performance of 

aircraft, do not adjust the position of the screws on your own. 

17. Failed to complete self-check? 

Place the aircraft on the flat surface before powering on. Do not move the aircraft during the selfcheck. 

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Model 

Weight (Battery Included) 

Hovering Accuracy (P Mode) 

Max Angular Velocity 

Max nit Angle 

Max Ascent Speed 

Max Descent Speed 

Max Speed 

Max Flight Att!tude 

Max Wind Speed Resistance 

Max Flight Time 

Motor Model 

Propeller Model 

Indoor Hovering 

Operating Temperature Range 

Diagonal Distance 

Dimensions 

flinibai 

Model 

Output Power (With Camera) 

Operating Current 

Angular Vibration Range 

Mounting 

Controllable Range 

Mechanical Range 

Max Contro!!able Speed 

T600 

2935g 

Vertical. 0.5 m 

Horizontal: 2.5 m 

Pitch: 300°/S 

Yaw: 150'/s 

35' 

Sm/s 

4m{s 

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

4500m 

10m/s 

Approximately 1 B minutes 

DJI3510 

DJI1345 

Enabled by default 

·10"1o4Q°C 

559to581 mm 

43Sx451x301 mm 

ZENMUSE X3 

Static: 9 W; In Motion: 11 W 

Statlon: 750 mA; Motion: 900 mA 

:!:0.03° 

Detachable 

P!tch: -90° to +30° 

Pan: ±320° 

Pitch: -125° to +45° 

Pan· ±330° 

Pitch: 120°/S 

Pan: 180°/S 

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Name 

Model 

Total Pixels 

Effective Pixels 

Image Max Size 

ISO Range 

Electronic Shutter Speed 

FOV {Field Of View) 

CMOS 

Lens 

Still Photography Modes 

Video Recording Modes 

Max Bitrate Of Video Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Supported SO Card Types 

Operating Temperature Range 

RemOta Ccinttoller 

Name 

Operating Frequency 

Transmitting Distance 

EIRP 

Video Output Port 

Power Supply 

Charging 

Dual User CapablHty 

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FG350 

12.76M 

12.4M 

4000x3000 

100-3200 (video) 100-1600 (photo) 

as to 1/8000 s 

94• 

Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" 

20mm (35mm format equivalent} f/2.8 focus at oo) 

9 Elements ln 9 groups 

Anti-distortion 

Single shoot 

Burst shooting: 3/5{7 frames 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 

o.7EV81as 

Time-lapse 

UHD (4K): 4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 

FHD: 1920x1080p24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD: 1280><720p24/25/30/48/50/60 

60 Mbps 

FAT32/exFAT 

Photo; JPEG, ONG 

Video: MP41MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 

Micro SO 

Max capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. 

0°to40°0 

C1 

922,7MHz-927.7 MHz (Japan Only) 

5.725 ... 5.825 GHz;2.400-2.483 GHz 

2 km (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 

10dBm@900m, 13dBm@5.8G, 20dBm@2.4G 

USB, Mini-HOM! 

Built-In battery 

OJ! charger 

Host-and-Slave connection 
Mobile Device Holder Tablet or Smart Phone 

Output Power 9W 

Operating Temperature Range -10"to40"C 

Sto(age Temperature Range Less than 3 months: -20(0 to 45° C 

More than 3 months: 22" to 28" C 

Charging Temperature Range 0-40°C 

Battery 6000 mM LIPo 2S 

Charger 

Mode! A14-100P1A 

Voltage 26.3V 

Rated Power 100W 

&!tOry (Standard). 

Name Intelligent Flight Battery 

Model T847 

Capacity 4500 mAh 

Voltage 22.2V 

Battery Type LIPo 68 High voltage battery 

Energy 99.9 Wh 

Net Weight 570g 

Operating Temperature Range -10°to40°C 

Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C Storage Temperature Range More than 3 months: 22a C to 28° C 

Charging Temperature Range O"to40C'C 

Max Charging Power 180W 

Balt$ry (Optional) 

Name Intelligent Flight Battery 

Model TB48 

Capacity 5700 mAh 

Voltage 22.8V 

Battery Type LIPo 68 

Energy 12996Wh 

Net Weight 670g 

Operating Temperature Range -10to40"C 

Less than 3 months: -20 to 45" C Storage Temperature Range More than 3 months: 22" to 28° C 

Charging Temperature Range O"to 40°C 

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Velocity Range 

Altitude Range 

Operating Envkonment 

Operating Range 

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Mobile Device System Requirements 

Supported Mobile Devices 

180W 

Below 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

5-500 em 

Brightly lit {lux> '15) patterned surfaces 

0-250 em 

iOS version 7.1 or later; Android version 4.1 .2 or later 

• iPhone 6 Plus, !Phone 6, iPhone SS, iPad Air 2, !Pad Mini 

3, IPad Alr, !Pad Mini 2, iPad 4;' Semsung Nota 3, Samsung 

S5, Sony Z3 EXPERIA;" Note: It is recommended that you 

use a tablet for the best experience 

!OC allows users to lock the orientation of aircraft In dlfferent fashions. There are three working modes for 

~ lOG and you may select the desired IOC modes from the OJ/ Pilot app. lOG only works under F mode, 

~ and user must toggle the fllght mode swtlch to "F" mode to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: 

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Course Lock (CL) 

Home Lock (HL)' 

Point of Interest (POl)' 

Its forward direction is pointing to the nose direction when recording, which Is 

fixed until you re-record it or exit from CL. 

Record a Home Point (HP), and push Pitch stick to control the aircraft far from 

or near to the HP. 

Point of Interest. Record a point of interest (POl), the aircraft can circle around 

the POl, and the nose always points to the POl. 

~<J: *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are coming soon. 

Prerequisites of JOG 

Use the IOC feature under the following condition: 

Modes lOG GPS enabled GPS Flighi p;stance Limits 

Course Lock No None None 

Home Lock Yes ~.w: Aircraft ~ Home Point 

POl Yes ~ •• t> Aircraft ~Point of Interest 

Using ICC 

Enable the IDC feature by tapping "Enable ICC" in the setting page of the DJI Pilot app. Toggle the Right 

Mode Switch to "P' mode 81ld fol!O'N the on-screen instruction to use IOC feature. 

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Follow the process described below to upgrade the aircraft, remote controller and battery. 

Updating the Aircraft Firmware 

Step 1- Check Battery and SO Card Capacity 

Ensure the Intelligent Flight Battery has at least 50% power and there is at least 100MB of free space on 

the SO card. 

Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 

1. Download the firmware update package from the official DJI website (http://www.dji.com/product/ 

phantom-S/download) 

2. Insert the SO card Into your PC. Extract the all downloaded files into the root directory of the SD card. 

Remove the SO card from your PC. Ensure the aircraft is powered off then insert the SO card into the 

SO card slot on the camera. 

Step 3- Update the Aircraft 

1. Ensure the remote controller is powered off and then power on the aircraft. Upgrade will begin 

automatically after aircraft is powered on. ,. 

2. II will take approximately 25 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera status Indicator :g will bUnk green and red to indicate the upgrade is in progress and stop blinking when the update Is ~ 

complete wtth success. x· 

3. Check the upgrade status by opening the ".txt" file that is automatically generated after the update. 

The update is successful if the text "result: successful" Is In the document. Try upgrading the firmware 

again If the text "result: failed" is found or the camera status indicator shows solid red. 

Updating the Remote Controller Firmware 

Ensure the DJI GO app has been updated to v1.2.0 before updating the remote controller. The 

System Status bar In Camera VIew of the DJI GO App will flash several times If a firmware update Is 

available. Follow these steps to update the firmware via the OJI GO App. 

Step 1- Check Battery and SO Card Capacity 

1. The remote controller has at least 50% battery level. 

2. Your mobile device is able to access the internet. 

3. There is at least 30MB of free space on your mobile device. 

Step 2· Download and Update the Finnware 

1. Go to the OJ! GO App > Camera View > System Status bar > Overall Status. Tap Download the 

firmware update package to download and update the firmware. Track the update progress from 

progress bar in the DJI GO App. The status LED on the remote controller wiJI blink blue during update 

and blink green when update is complete with success. 

Firmware update through the DJJ GO app will not work with older versions of the remote controller 

firmware. If the firmware update fails, follow the instructions below to update the firmware using the 

traditional method: 

a. Update the latest firmware package files from OJI official web site. 

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b. Extract all downloaded files into the root directory of an SO card or USB flash drive. 

c. Turn off the remote contro!ler, Insert the SO card into a SO card reader or the USB disk onto the 

remote controller USB port when remote controller Is turned off. 

d. Power on the remote controller and walt 60 seconds until the upgrade begins. Do not power off 

the remote controller during the update. 

e. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera wJU sound 

a beeping sound and the Status LED on the remote controller shows solid blue to Indicate the 

update is in progress. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid green and beeping 

sound will stop if the upgrade is completed with success. 

f, If you do not have a SO card reader, you may insert the SO card Into the gimbal and connect the 

gimbal with remote controller to upgrade the remote controller. 

Lh You wlH only be able to update the remote controller fitm\Nare through the OJ! GO app from 

this point onwards. 

Updating Intelligent Flight Battery Firmware 

The Intelligent Flight Battery is upgraded during the aircraft firmware upgrade process. It Is recommended 

to keep the upgrade package files in your SO card. The upgrade will start automatically after power 

cycling the aircraft. 

& • Ensure there is only one firmware package f!le stored on your SD card. 

• Only storage devices that are formatted for FAT32 and exFAT file systems are supported for 

aircraft and remote controller firmware updates. 

• Ensure the internet connection of your mobile device Is stable when downloading the firmware 

update package . 

• Turn on Airplane Mode on your mobile device before updating the flnnware, as any Incoming 

calls may disrupt the update process. 

• Do not perform firmware update whlle the aircraft is still flying in the air. Only carry out firmware 

update when the aircraft is landed. 

• Be sure to update the remote controller's firmware to the latest version after you upgrade the 

aircraft's firmware. 

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

controller and aircraft. 

• Confirm the update results based on the blinking pattern of camera status indicator or gimbal 

sound. !tis normal for the aircraft to sound or the LED to blink during the update process. 

FCC Compliance 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

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

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

operation. 

Changes or modifications not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 

user's authority to operate the equipment 

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Compliance lnfonnation 

FCC Warning Message 

Any Changes or modifications not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void !he 

user's authority to operate the equipment. 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any Interference 

received, including interference that may cause undesired opera~on. 

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

This equipment should be Installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating In conjunction with any other antenna or 

transmitter. 

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limns for a Class B digital device, 

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 

harmful Interference In a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 

frequency energy and, If not installed and used In accordance with the Instructions, may cause harmful -6' Interference to radio communications. However, there Is no guarantee that Interference wlll not occur in ~ 

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

which can be determined by tumlng the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct >< 

the interference by one or more of the fo!!owing measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

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

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 

IC RSS warning 

This device complies with Industry Canada Ucence--exempt ASS standard (s). Operation Is subject to the 

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

interference,includlng Interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 

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L'exploitat!on est autortsee aux deux conditions su!vantes: 

(1) l'areil ne dolt pas produlre de brouillage, et 

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susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctlonnernerrt. 

IC Radia1ion Exposure Statement: 

This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth lor an uncontrolled environment. 

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 

This equipment should be Installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

your body. 

Any Changes or modifications not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 

user's authority to operate the equipment 

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Using this manual 

0 Warning & Important ;\); Hints and Tips 1iGJ Reference 

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

1./ntheBox 

2. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

3. Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

5. Phantom 3 Professional 1 Advanced Intelligent Right Battery Safety Guidelines 

We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official OJI website and read the Disclaimer 

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

refer to the User Manual for more detailed Information. 

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional 

safely: 

http://WWW.dji.com/producVphantom-3/Video 

Download and install the OJI Pilot app betore using the aircraft. Scan the OR code to the right~ 

to download the latest version. 

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

The iOS version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with iDS 8.0 or later. ~ 

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Contents 

Using this manual 

Legends 

Read Before the First Flight 

Video Tutorials 

Download the OJI Pilot app 

Product Profile 

Introduction 

Feature Highlights 

Preparing the Aircraft 

Aircraft Diagram 

Remote Controller Diagram 

Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

Flight Mode 

Flight Status Indicator 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

Smart RTH 

Low Battery RTH 

Failsafe RTH 

Vision Positioning System 

Flight Recorder 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

DJJ Intelligent Flight Battery 

Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Profile 

Using the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

Linking the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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Camera and Gimbal 

Camera Profile 

Gimbal 

DJI PllotApp 

Camera 

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Store 

Discovery 

Flight 

Flight Environment Requirements 

Fllght Limits and No-Fly Zones 

Preflight Checklist 

Calibrating the Compass 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

Flight Test 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 

Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

Appendix 

Specifications 

Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

FCC Compliance 

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This section introduces the Phantom 3 

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The Phantom 3 Professional represents the next generation of OJI quadcopters. It IS capable of capturing 

4K video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal 

to maximize stability while minimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the 

Vision Positioning System allows the aircraft to hover accurately in place. 

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

second and capturing 12 megapixel photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor 

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

HD Video Downlink: The low-latency long range HD downlink Is powered by an enhanced version of OJI 

Lightbridge. 

OJI lntell!gent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh OJI Intelligent Fl!ght Battery features upgraded battery cells 

and an advanced power management system. 

Flight Controller: The next-generation flight controller has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable 

flight experience. A newly implemented flight recorder stores critical data from each f!ight and the Vision 

Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is 

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Removing Gimbal Clamp 

Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below. 

Attaching the Propellers: 

~~>~~ Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure. 

Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure 

all propellers are securely In place. 

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

Preparing the Remote Controller: 

The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to 

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

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

clamp to fit the size of your mobile device. 

2. Secure your mobile device In the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the 

remote controller using a USB cable. 

3. Plug one end of the cable into the mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of 

the remote controller. 

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[1] GPS 

[2] Propeller 

[3] Motor 

[4] Front LED Indicator 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimbal and Camera 

(7] Camera Status Indicator 

[8} Aircraft Mlcro-USB Port 

[9] Aircraft Status Indicator 

[10] Intelligent Flight Battery 

[11 J Vision Positioning Sensors 

[12] Antennas 

[i3] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

[14] Camera Micro-USB Port 

[15] link Button 

[1] Antennas 

Relays aircraft control and 

video signal. 

(2] Mobile Device Holder 

Securely mounts your mobile 

device to the remote controller. 

[3] Control SUck 

Controls the orientation and 

movement of the aircraft. 

[4] Return Home (RTH) Button 

Press and hold the button to 

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

Displays the battery level of the remota 

controller. 

(6( Status LEO 

Displays the remote controller's system status. 

[7] Power Button 

Used to turn the remote controller on and off 

(8( ATH LEO 

Circular LED around the RTH button displays 

RTH status. 

(9] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

Pilotapp.) 

[10] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

Pilotapp.) 

{11] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is 

selected, the set number of photos will be 

taken with one press 

(12] Flight Mode Switch 

Switch between P·mode, A·mode, and 

F-mode. 

[13] VIdeo Recording Button 

Press to start recording video. Press again to 

stop recording. 

[17] C1 Button 

Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. 

[18] C2 Button 

Customlzable through the OJI Pilot app. 

[19] Power Port 

Connect to the OJ I Phantom 3 Charger to 

charge the battery of the remote controller. 

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Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

[15] Mlrcro-USB Port 

Connect to a SO card reader to upgrade the 

firmware. 

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Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for 

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

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

aircraft If the control signal is lost The flight controller can also save critical flight data from each flight 

to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides Increased stability and a new air 

braking feature. 

~~~~ftJ!o~~ Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below: 

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

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

strength of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : 

P-GPS: GPS and VIsion Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning. 

P-OPTI: VIsion Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is 

using only the VIsion Positioning System for positioning. 

P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vtslon Positioning is avaUable. The aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized. 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses 

its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and 

the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

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

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

~\;i:- Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the~ 

Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information. 

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The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs 

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

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

system status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more Information about the Aircra1t Status 

Indicators: 

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Alternatively Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing 

:'t3,h;Y~ ...... Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Warming Up 

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1.®X2······ Green Flashes Twice 

N: ······Yellow Rashes Slowly 

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Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision 

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Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but 

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Sale to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision 

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Remote Controller's Signal Lost 

Low Battery Warning 

Critical Battery Warning 

IMUError 

Crltlcal Error 

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

three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes 

these three scenarios In detail 

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If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point 

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

strength Is Indicated by the GPS icon ( nl. ). The aircraft status 

indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded. 

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

tap the ATH button in the DJI Pilot app and follow the on~screen instructions when GPS is available to 

initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will then automaticaJiy return to the last recorded Home Point You may use 

the remote control!er's control sticks to control the aircraft's position to avoid a co11ision during the Smart 

RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Smart RTH 

button again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft. 

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