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Using this manual

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R'ead Before theFirst Flight

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3Advanced:

1. In theBox

2. Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual

3. Phantom3Advanced QuickStartGuide

4. Phantom3ProfessionalIAdvanced SafetyGuidelinesandDisclaimer

5. Phantom3ProfessionalIAdvanced IntelligentFlightBatterySafetyGuidelines

We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official OJI website and read the Disclaimer 

beforeyoufly.Preparefor yourfirstflightbyreviewingthePhantom3AdvancedQuickStartGuideand 

refertothe UserManualfor moredetailed information.

Video Tutorials

Pleasewatch thetutorial videos atthe link below, which demonstrates howto usePhantom 3 Professional 

safely:

http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-3/video

Download the DJI Pilot app

Download and install the OJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the QR code to the right

to download the latest version. 00;::: 100

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The Android version of the OJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. -\_'('

The iOS version of the OJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later. [!]·-
Contents

Using this manual

Legends 2

Read Before the First Flight 2

Video Tutorials 2

Download the OJI Pilot app 2

Product Profile

Introduction 6

Feature Highlights 6

Preparing the Aircraft 7

Aircraft Diagram 8

Remote Controller Diagram 8

Aircraft

Flight Controller 11

Flight Mode 11

Flight Status Indicator 11

Return-to-Home (RTH) 12

Smart RTH 12

Low Battery RTH 13

Failsafe RTH 14

Vision Positioning System 14

Flight Recorder 16

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 16

OJI Intelligent Flight Battery 17

Remote Controller

Remote Controller Profile 23

Using the Remote Controller 23

Remote Controller Status LED 27

Linking the Remote Controller 28

Remote Controller Compliance Version 29
Camera and Gimbal

Camera Profile 31

Gimbal 32

DJI Pilot App

Camera 35

Director 38

Store 38

Discovery 38

Flight

Flight Environment Requirements 40

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 40

Preflight Checklist 44

Calibrating the Compass 44

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 45

FlightTest 46

Starting/Stopping the Motors 46

Troubleshooting (FAQ)

Appendix

Specifications 53

Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 55

FCC Compliance 56

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Product Profile

This section introduces the Phantom 3

Advanced and lists the components of 

the aircraft and remote controller.
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Product Profile

Introduction

The Phantom 3 Advanced represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 

1080p video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated 

gimbal to maximize stability while minimizing bothweight and size. Even when noGPSsignal isavailable, 

theVisionPositioningSystem allows the aircraft to hoveraccurately inplace.

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CameraandGimbal:Phantom3Advancedhasafullyintegratedcamerathatshoots 1080pvideoatupto

60 frames per second and captures 12 megapixel photos. An enhanced sensor gives you greaterdarity, 

lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera.

HDVideoDownlink:Thelow-latency longrangeHDdownlink ispowered byanenhancedversionof DJI 

Lightbridge.

OJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight 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 flight and the Vision 

Positioning System enhances hovering prcision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is 

unavailable.
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Preparing the Aircraft

RemovingGimbalClamp

Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below.

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Attaching the Propellers:

Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure. 

Mountthepropellerswithsliverdotsontomotorswithsliveraxesandspinclockwisetosecure.Besure 

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 arefacing outward.

1. Pressthebuttononthetoprightsideofthemobiledeviceholdertoreleasetheclamp,thenadjustthe 

clamp to fit the size of your mobile device.

2. Secure your mobile device inthe clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the 

remote controller usingaUSScable.

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

the rmote controller.

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[8] Aircraft Status Indicator 

[9] IntelligentFlightBattery

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[1] Antennas

Relays aircraft control and 

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[2] Mobile Device Holder

Securely mounts your mobile 

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[3) Control Stick

Controls the orientation and 

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[4) Return Home (RTH) Button

Press and hold the button to 

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[5] Battery Level LEDs

Displays the battery level of the remote 

controller.

[6] Status LED

Displays the remote controller's system status.

[7] Power Button

Usedto turn the remote controller on and off.

[8] RTHLED

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 OJI 

Pilotapp.)

(1O] PlaybackButton

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the OJI 

Pilot app.)

[11] Shutter Button

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is 

selected, the set number of photos will be 

takenwith 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

CustomizablethroughtheOJIPilotapp.

[18) C2 Button

CustomizablethroughtheOJIPilotapp.

[19) Power Port

Connect to the OJI Phantom 3 Charger to 

chargethe batteryof the remotecontroller.

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[15] Mircro-USBPort

Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the 

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[16] USB Port

Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for 

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This sec tion introduces the features of 

the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning 

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Flight Controller

The Phantom 3 Advanced'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.

Flight Mode

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 Advanced depending on signal strength 

ofGPSandVisionPositioningsensors :

P-GPS:GPSandVisionPositioning bothareavailable.TheaircraftisusingGPSfor positioning.

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is 

usingonlytheVisionPositioningSystemforpositioning.

P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude can bestabilized.

A-mode (Attitude):GPSandVisionPositioningSystemare not usedfor stabilization. The aircraft only uses 

its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and 

lheHomePointwas recorded successfully.

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

about IOC,refer tothe IOC section in the Appendix.

:Cj: 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.

Flight Status Indicator

The Phantom 3Advanced has Front LEDs andAircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEDs are 

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The Front LEDs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEDs 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. Referto the table below for more information about theAircraft Status 

Indicators:

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Warming Up

Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS andVision 

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Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but 

without GPS)

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

Positioning)

Remote Controller's Signal Lost 

Low Battery Warning

Critical Battery Warning 

IMU Error

Critical Error

Compass Calibration Required

Return-to-Home (RTH)

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.

GPS Description

Home Point

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 ( 11111 ). The aircraft status 

indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recmded.

Smart RTH

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

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

the remote controller's control sticks to control the aircraft's position to avoid a collision during the Smart 

RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Smart RTH 

button again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft.
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Low Battery RTH

The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the OJI 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 ai1·craft immediately

when prompted. The OJI Pilot app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The 

aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after a ten-second countdown.The 

user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds 

for these warnings are automatically determined basedonthe aircraft's current altitude and distance from 

the Home Point.

The aircraftwill landautomatically ifthe current battery level canonly support theaircraft longenough

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

orientation duringthelandingprocess.

The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the OJI Pilot app, and is described below:

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flight. If no action is taken, possible, then

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battery level must land indicator blinks

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warning immediately. RED quickly.

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

you may push the throttle upward to make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an 

opportunity to navigate to a more appropriate landing location.

• The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated 

remaining flight time. They are automatically adjusted according to the aircraft's current location 

and status.

Failsafe RTH

If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will 

be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Return-

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to-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote

controller signal connection is re-established.

Failsafe Illustration

& • The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an

suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the OJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" and 

select "MODE > Advanced Settings > Failsafe mode" to set the Failsafe altitude.

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

moved during the Failsafe RTH procedure.

Vision Positioning System

The OJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current 

position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Advanced can hover in place more precisely 

and fly indoors or in other environments where a GPS signal is not available. The main components of the 

Vision Positioning System are located on the bottom of your Phantom 3 Advanced; they include [2] two 

ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera.

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Using VisionPositioning

Vis ion Positioning is activated automat ically w hen the Phantom 3 Advanced is turned on. No 

further action is required. V ision Positioning Is typically used in indoorenvironments, where GPS 

is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 

ProfessionalcanhoverpreciselyevenwithoutGPS.

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning:

1. Toggle the flight mode switch to P-mode.

2. Placethe aircraft onaflat surface. Notethat theVision Positioning system cannot work 

properlyonsurfaceswithoutclearpatternvariations.

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

Positioning system is ready. Gently pushthe throttle up to liftoff and the aircraft will hover in place.

& The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is 

flying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating 

above sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in

suboptimal environments.The aircraft will switch from P-modetoA-mode automatically if neither 

GPS nor Vision Positioning System·are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the 

following situations:

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

• Flyingoverahighly reflectivesurfaces.

• Flyingathighspeeds(over8m/sat2metersorover4m/sat1meter).

• Flyingoverwaterortransparent surfaces.

• Flyingover movingsurfacesorobjects.

• Flying inan area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically.

• Flying over extremely dark (lux < 10)or bright(lux > 100,000) surfaces.

• Flyingover surfaces that canabsorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet).

• Flyingoversurfaceswithout clear patternsortexture.

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

• Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the aircraft.

{/ • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness

ofthesensors.

• Vision Positioning is only effectivewhen the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3to 3meters.

• TheVisionPositioningSystem may notfunction properly when the aircraft isflyingoverwater.

• TheVisionPositioningSystemmaynotbeabletorecognizepatternonthegroundinlowlight 

conditions (less than 100lux).

• Donot useother ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHzwhen Vision Positioning system is 

in operation.

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

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

sensor emits highfrequency sounds that are only audible to some animals.

Flight Recorder

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

telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters. To access these data, connect the 

aircraft to the PC through the Micro-USB port and launch the OJI Pilot app.

AttachingandDetachingthe Propellers

O Use only OJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Advanced. The grey and black nuts on 

the propeller indicate where they should be attached and in which direction whey should spin. To 

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

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Attaching the Propellers

1. Besureto removethe warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers.

2. Attach the propellers with silver dots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise 

to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with black dots onto the motors with black axes and spin 

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

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& • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot takeoff.

• Wear gloves when handling propellers.

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

Detaching the Propellers

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

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

• Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, 

or broken propellers.

• Toavoid injury,STAND CLEAR of and DONOTtouch propellersor motorswhen they arespinning.

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

OJI Intelligent Flight Battery

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

discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved 

by OJI.

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

"Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" for more information.

Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Advanced charger is 57 W.

OJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions

1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current battery level.

2. Battery Life Display: the LEDs display the current batte1-y powercycle.

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

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

65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. 

Discharge thresholds can be set in the OJI Pilot app.

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

5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged.

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 0°C (32°F) and 

40°C ( 104°F).

7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected.

8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when 

the battery voltage reaches 12 V.

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

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10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a damaged 

battery cell isdetected.

11. BatteryErrorHistory:Browsethe batteryerror history intheOJIPilot app.

12. Sleep mode:To save power,the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity.

13. Communication: Information pe1taining to the battery's voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to 

the aircraft's maincontroller.

& Refer to Phantom 3 Professional IAdvanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before

use. Users takefull responsibility for alloperations and usage.

Using the Battery

Turning ON/OFF

Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The 

Power LEDwill turn redand the Battery Level Indicators will display the current battery level.

Turning Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The 

battery power LED will flash when powering off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping 

of a recording during the event recording wasn't stopped.

Low Temperature Notice:

1. Battery capacity is significantly reducedwhen flying inlowtemperature (< 0°C) environments.

2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature (< -10°C) environments. 

Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures 

between -10°Cand 5°C.

3. Endthe flight as soon as the OJIPilot app displays the "Low Battery LevelWarning" inlowtemperature 

environments.

4. Keep the battery indoors towarm it beforeflying inlowtemperature environments.

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

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

range (0°C -40°C ).

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

approximately 1-2minutes towarm up before taking off.

CheckingtheBattery Level

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

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

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Battery life refers to how many more times _the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must 

be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the 

battery life.The Battery Level Indicators will light upand/or blink fortwo seconds, as shown below:

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Charging the Intelligent FlightBattery

1. Connect the Battery Charger to a power source (100-240 V 50/60 Hz).

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

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

3. The Battery Level Indicator will display the current battery level as it is charging .

4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when the 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.

,&, • We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the

standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat.

• Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Advanced . 

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

Battery Leval Indicators While Charging

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

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After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the 

Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not 

need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the charger will resume 

chargingwhenthetemperature iswithin the allowable range.

& OJI does nottake any responsibility for damage caused bythird-party chargers.

:\/: Howto discharge yourIntelligent FlightBattery:

Slow :Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 3 Advanced's Battery Compartment 

and turn it on. Leave it on until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no 

longer beturned on. Launch the OJIPilot app to check battery levels.

Rapid : Fly the Phantom 3 Advanced outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until 

the battery can no longer be turned on.
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of the remote controller and includes 

instructions for controlling the aircraft 

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Remote Controller Profile

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

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

remote control systemoperateat2.4GHz.The remotecontrollerfeatures anumberof cameracontrol 

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

The remote controller ispowered bya28 rechargeable battery.The battery level is displayed via LED 

indicators onthe front panelof the remotecontroller.

EEJ • Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations.

•Operating Mode: Control can beset to Mode 1or Mode 2, or to a custom mode.

• Mode 1:Therightstick serves as thethrottle.

• Mode 2:The leftstick serves asthethrottle.

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Turning the Remote Controller On and Off

The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controller is powered by a 28 rechargeable battery that has a capacity 

of 6000 mAh.The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEDs on the front panel. Follow the steps 

belowtoturnonyour remotecontroller:

1. When the remotecontrolleristurned off, pressthePowerButtononce.TheBattery Level LEDswill 

display thecurrent battery level.

2. Press and holdthePowerButtonto turn on the remote controller.

3. The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating 

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft.The Status LEDs will glow solid green when linking is 

complete.

4. RepeatStep 2toturnoff the remotecontroller.

Charging the Remote Controller

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

details.
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Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings viatheShutter Button, Camera 

Settings Dial,PlaybackButton,andVideo RecordingButtononthe remotecontroller.

[1] Camera Settings Dial

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

the remote controller. Move the dial to leftor rightto scroll through pictures and videos in playback 

mode. Press down onthe dial to toggle betweenthese settings.

[2) Playback Button

Press to view images andvideos that have already beencaptured.

[3) Shutter Button

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will betaken with a single press.

[4] Video Recoding Button

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

[5] Gimbal Dial

Usethis dialto control the tilt of the gimbal.

Controlling Aircraft

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

RemoteControl is setto Mode 2 by default.

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Movingthe ControlStick:The control stick is pushed away from the center position.

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Moving the left stick up and down changes the 

aircraft'selevation.

Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 

Advanced will hover in place.

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

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Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the 

rudder and rotationof the aircraft.

Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counterclockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft 

clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3 

Advanced will maintain its current orientation.

The more the stick is pushed away from the center

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Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly 

backward. Phantom 3 Advanced w ill hover in 

place if the stick is centered.

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Moving the right stick control leftand right changes

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

Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place if the

stick iscentered.

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y--- 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

positionwhen dial isstatic.

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Toggle the switch to select the desired flightmode. 

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

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versions of P-mode, which will beautomatically selected by the Phantom 3Advanced depending on GPS 

signalstrengthandtheVisionPositioningsensors:

P-GPS:GPSandVisionPositioningbothareavailable;theaircraftisusingGPSforpositioning.

P-OPTI:VisionPositioningisavailable butasufficientGPSsignal isnotavailable.Aircraft isusing 

onlyVisionPositioningforpositionholding.

P-ATII:Neither GPSnorVision Positioning is available, the aircraft isusing only its barometerfor 

positioning,soonlyaltitudeismaintained.

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses 

only its barometer to stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller 

signal is lostandthe HomePointwas recorded successfully.

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

about IOC,referto the IOC section intheAppendix.

By default, the Flight ModeSwitch is locked to P-mode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the DJI Pilot 

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

RTH Button

PressandholdtheRTHbuttontostarttheReturn-to-Home (RTH)procedure.TheLEDringaroundtheRTH 

Button will blink white to indicate that 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 control of the 

aircraft.

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Connecting Your Mobile bevice

Tiltthemobiledevice holdertothedesired position. Press thebuttononthesideofthemobiledevice holder 

toreleasethe clamp, andthenplaceyourmobiledeviceintothe cradle.Adjust theclamp downtosecurethe 

mobile device. To connect your mobile device lothe remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of 

thecableintoyourmobiledeviceandtheotherendintotheUSBportonthebackoftheremotecontroller.

Optimal Transmission Range

The transmission signal betweenthe aircraft and the remote controller is mostreliablewithin the areathat 

is depicted inthe image below:

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performance,maintaintheappropriaterelationshipbetweentheoperatorandtheaircraft.

Remote Controller Status LED

TheStatus LED reflects thestrength of the connection betweenthe remote controller andthe aircraft.The 

RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information 

about these indicators.

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Linkingthe Remote Controller

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

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

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

2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery.

3. Enter "Camera" and tap on i"' i11 il and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below.

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

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to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote 

controller is successfully linked to the aircraft.

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& • The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the

same aircraft.

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CameraProfile

The on-board camera uses a 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to"1080p at 60 frames per 

second with the Phantom 3 Advanced) and 12megapixel stills. You may choose to record the video in 

either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse 

mode. A live preview of what the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile device viathe 

OJI Pilot app.

Camera Micro-SD Card Slot

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

turning on the Phantom 3 Advanced. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 16 GB Micro-SD card 

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

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Camera Data Port

Turn on the Phantom 3Advanced and connect a USB cable to the Camera DataPort to download photos 

andvideos to your computer.

& The aircraft must beturned on before attempting to access the files on the Micro-SD card.

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Camera Operation

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

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

Camera Page 24".

Gimbal

Gimbal Profile.

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

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

Usethe gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt movement of the camera.

Gimbal Operation Modes

Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera 

settings page of the OJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote 

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

& • A gimbal motor error may occur inthese situations: (1)the aircraft is placed on uneven ground

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

external force, such as acollision. Please take off from flat, open ground and protect the gimbal 

atalltimes.

• Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The 

gimbalwillrecoverfullfunctionality afteritdries.

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

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

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Anti-Drop Kit

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

mounted prior to shipping. If new or additional pins are required, see the diagram below. Press Part

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

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

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functions of the OJI Pilot app.
OJI PilotApp

The OJIPilot app is a mobile application designed specifically tor the Phantom 3Advanced. Use this app 

tocontrolthe gimbal, camera,and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and 

User Center, which are usedtor configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. 

Itis recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience.

Camera

TheCamerapagecontainsaliveHDvideoteedfromthePhantom3Advanced's camera.Youcanalso 

configurevarious camera parameters from theCamerapage.

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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 youto modify flight limits and 

setthegainvalues.

[2] GPSSignalStrength

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

strength.

[3] IOCSettings

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

settings menuand select the desired IOC setting.

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!li?:l'fv(9tf.JY : This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength.

[5] BatteryLevelIndicator

_.,._..<> o : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored 

zones onthe battery level indicator represent the powerlevels needed tocarry out different functions.

[6) RemoteControllerSignal

"" i11!1 : This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal.

[7) HDVideo LinkSignalStrength

IBQJ"" 1 1111: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and 

the remote controller.

[8] Battery Level

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

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

battery warning history.

[9] General Settings

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

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

route display.

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Shutter and RecordingSettings

lf(I,: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

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Record

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

Video RecordingButtonontheremotecontroller,which hasthesamefunctionality..

Playback

[8 : Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are 

captured.

Camera Settings

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

[11) Vision Positioning

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Flight attitude is indicated by theflight attitude icon.

(1) The redarrow shows which direction the aircraft isfacing.

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

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

[13) Map

Display the flight pathof the current flight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[14] Returnto Home (RTH)

:Initiate RTHhome procedure. Tap to havethe aircraft return to the lastrecorded home point.

(15] Auto Takeoff/Landing

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(16] Livestream

(:» : Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the 

mobile data seNice is available on the mobile device.

(17] Back

:Tap to returnto the main GUI.

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Director is an automatic video editor built intothe OJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply 

tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of 

clips, which are automatically combined to create ashort film that can beshared immediately.

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Sync pictures and videos to your mobiledevice, viewflight logs, andcheck your OJIaccount status in 

"Discovery".UseyourregisteredOJIaccounttologinto"Discovery".
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practices and flight restric tions.
Flight

Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you usethe flight simulator inthe OJI Pilot 

app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in anopen 

area.

Flight Environment Requirements

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1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 1o m/s ,

snow, rainandfog.

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboardcompass andGPSsystem.

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

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

and radio transmission towers.

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

temperature.Be very careful when flying at altitudes greater than 19,685 feet (6000 meters) above sea

JJ level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be affected.

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Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operator-s should abide by all regulations setforth by government and 

regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by default, 

which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance 

limits, and No-Fly Zones.

When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to 

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

altitude from exceeding 1640feet (500 m) .

Maximumflightaltitude &RadiusLimits

Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the OJI Pilot app. Be aware that the 

maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your 

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

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Flight Limits OJIPilotapp Aircraft Status Indicator

Maximum Flight Aircraft'saltitudecannot Warning: Height

Altitude exceed thespecified value. limit reached. None.

Max Radius Flight distance must bewithin Warning: Distance

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Max Radius No limits

• If you fly out of the limit, you can still control the Phantom 3, but cannot fly it any father. If the

& Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within

range automatically.

• If the Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back 

within range automatically.

No-Fly Zones

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

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

aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive 

institute.The details of the No-FlyZones are explained asfollow:

Airport

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

Eachzone featurescirclesof various sizes.

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

(3) From R1 mile to Ri + imile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a i5 degree inclination.

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

limited to i640feet (500 meters) at R1+1 mile

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

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within this zone.The value of Rvaries basedonthe definition of the restricted areas.

(3) A "warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.6 

miles (1 km)of this zone, awarning message will appear onthe OJI Pilot app.

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Warning : You are in a No-fly 

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Restricted- restricted area in A-mode, but safe altitude.

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zone descend to an appropriate restricted zone. Maximum flight

altitude and hover 15 feet altitude is restricted to between

below the altitude limit. 20m and 500m. Fly cautiously.

Warnin9 zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a

there will be a warning . restricted zone, Fly cautiously.

Free zone

No restrictions. None. None.

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

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

6 • When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and continue

fm 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which

point it will switch back to blinking red.

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

city centers, or other sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight.
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Preflight Checklist

1. Remotecontroller, IntelligentFlightBattery, and mobiledevice arefully charged.

2. Propellers aremountedcorrectlyandfirmly.

3. Micro-SDcard hasbeen inserted, if necessary.

4. Gimbal is functioning normally.

5. Motors canstartandarefunctioning normally.

6. TheO.JIPilotapp issuccessfully connectedtotheaircraft.

Calibrating the Compass

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

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

performanceorflightfailure.Regular calibration isrequiredforoptimalperformance.

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

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

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;3:" • Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones.

• Do not calibrate in direct proximity to large metal objects.

• DONOTcalibrate indoors.

Calibration Procedures

Choose an open areato 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 the Aircraft Status 

Barinthe app and select "Calibrate", thenfollow the on-screen instructions.

2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display a solid 

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

axis.Recalibratethe compass iftheAircraft Status Indicator glows solid red.

Lt, If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your

aircraft to a different location andtry again.

: : Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen 

instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metalobjects such 

as ametal bridge, cars, scaffolding.

When toHecalibrate

1.Whencompass dataisabnormal andtheAircraft Status Indicatoris blinking green andyellow. 

2.When flying ina new location or ina locationthat is different from the most recentflight.

3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom3Advanced has beenchanged. 

4.When severe drifting occurs inflight, i.e.Phantom 3Advanced does notfly instraight line.

Auto Takeoff andAuto Landing

Auto Takeoff

Use auto takeoff only if theAircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to usethe 

auto takeoff feature:

1. Launchthe OJIPilotapp,and enter "Camera" page.

2. Ensurethe aircraft is inP-mode.

3. Complete allsteps onthe pre-flight checklist.

4. Tap".!.", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the iconto confirm andtakeoff.

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

& Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when it is using the Vision Position System for stabilization. 

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

sufficientGPSlockbeforeusingtheAutoTake-off feature.
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Auto-Landing

Useauto-landing only if theAircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use the 

auto-landing feature:

1. Ensure the aircraft is inP-mode.

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

instructions.

Starting/Stopping the Motors

Starting the Motors

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom 

inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks 

simultaneously .

OR

Stopping the Motors

There aretwo methods to stop the motors.

Method 1: When Phantom 3 Advanced has landed, push the throttle down©, then conduct the same 

CSC that was used to start the motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both 

sticks oncemotors stop.

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

seconds.

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,&, Do not perform aCSC when the aircraft is inmidair,otherwise the motors will suddently stop.

Flight Test

Takeoff/Landing Procedures

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

2. Turn onthe remote controller andyour mobiledevice, then turn onthe Intelligent FlightBattery.

3. Launch the OJI Pilot app and enter the Camera page.

4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe 

to fly. If they flash yellow, the HomePoint has not been recorded.

5. Pushthethrottle upslowly totake off or useAuto Takeoff.

6. Shoot photos and videos usingthe OJIPilot app.

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

8. After landing, execute theCSC command or holdthethrottle at its lowest position untilthe motors stop.

9. TurnofftheIntelligentFlightBatteryfirst,thentheRemoteController.
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& • When theAircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly duringflight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe

mode.

• Alowbatterylevelwarning isindicatedbytheAircraftStatus Indicatorsblinkingredslowlyor 

rapidlyduringflight.

• Watchourvideotutorials formoreflightinformation.

VideoSuggestions andTips

1. Gothrough thefull pre-flight checklist before eachflight.

2. Select the desired gimbal operation modeinthe OJIPilot app.

3. Only shoot video when flying inP-mode.

4. Always fly ingood weather and avoidflying in rain or heavy wind.

5. Cl1ooseithecamera settings thatsuityour needs.Settings include photoformat andexposure compensation.

6. Performflighttests toestablishflightroutesandpreviewscenes.

7. Push t1e control sticks gently to keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable.
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Troubleshooting (FAQ)

What is the difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced?

The biggest difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced is in the 

camera. The Phantom 3 Professional is capable of shooting spectacular 4K video at up to 30 frames per 

second, and the Phantom 3 Advanced is capable of shooting at resolutions up to 1080p60. Both models 

shoot 12 megapixel photos.

The other main difference is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 

57-watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 100-watt charger, the latter of which 

allows for shorter charging times.

Can I remove the camera and attach myown?

No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached. Attempting to remove, replace, or 

modify the camera may damage the product and will void your warranty.

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

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

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

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

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What are the buttons on the back of my Remote Controllerfor?

The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you 

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

Howfar can Ifly my Phantom 3?

The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 

series can reach distances of up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) away from the pilot.

What appshouldIusewith myPhantom3?

The Phantom 3 is compatible with the OJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the OJI 

Inspire. The app will detect which aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly.

Which mobile devices are compatible with the app?

The OJI Pilot app is only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later or Android v4.1.2 or later. 

The following devices are recommended:

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

+ Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, and iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular. This app is 

optimized tor iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6Plus

Android: Samsung 85, Note 3, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, Nubia Z7 mini 

Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues.
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How do I use the Director automatic video editor?

Director is an automatic video editor built into the OJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply 

tap "Dirnctor" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of 

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

How do I change the control mode of my Phantom 3?

By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the 

movement of the aircraft and the left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These 

controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the OJI Pilot app. This is only 

recommended for advanced users.

Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controller with the Phantom 3?

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

operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz.

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Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Battery with the Phantom 3?

No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has 

a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2 V.

My Phantom 3 does not turn off right away, is somethingwrong?

This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery, it may remain on for a few 

seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SD card. This helps prevent your data from being lost or 

corrupted.

Do I have to buy the Remote Controller separately?

No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller 

that is already linked to the aircraft.

Does my Phantom 3 support dual Remote Controllers?

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

time.

What does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controller do?

This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle different flight modes:

P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and 

your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both.

In A-mode , or Attitude mode, the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the 

barometer is used for stabilization. The aircraft can still return to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS 

signal is available.

F-mode, or Function mode, activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality . Refer to the IOC 

section in the Appendix of the User Manual.

By default, only P-mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other

modes.