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Read thefollowing documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 1. In the Box 

### 2. Phantom 3 Professional UserManual 

### 3. Phantom 3 Professional QuickStartGuide 

### 4. Phantom 3 Professional

### IAdvancedSafetyGuidelinesandDisclaimer 5. Phantom 3 Professional

### IAdvancedIntelligentFlightBatterySafetyGuidelines We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer before you fly. Prepare for yourfirstflight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional QuickStart Guide and refer tothe User Manualfor more detailed information.

Pleasewatch the tutorial videos atthe link below, which demonstrates howto use Phantom 3 Professional safely: http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-3/video

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the OR codeto the right to download the latestversion. TheAndroid version ofthe DJI Pilot app is compatiblewith Android 4.1.2 or later. The iOSversion ofthe DJI Pilotapp is compatible with iOS 8.0or later. 

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# Contents Using this manual Legends Read Before the First Flight VideoTutorials Download the DJI Pilot app


### Product Profile Introduction Feature Highlights Preparing theAircraft 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 DJI 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 

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DJI PilotApp Camera 

### 35 Director 

### 38 Store 

### 38 Discovery 

### 38 Flight Flight Environment Requirements 

### 40 Flight Limits and No-FlyZones 

### 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 

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# Product Profile
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The Phantom 3 Professional representsthe next generation of OJI quadcopters. It is capableof capturing 4Kvideoandtransmitting an HDvideosignal out ofthe 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 aircraftto hoveraccurately in place.



### 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 lookcrisper and cleanerthan ever. An enhanced sensor givesyou greaterclarity, lower noise, and better picturesthan any previousflying camera. 

## m HD Video Downlink: The low-latency long range HD downlink is powered by an enhanced version of DJI Lightbridge. 

### DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells and an advanced power managementsystem. 

### 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 datafrom each flight and the Vision Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is unavailable.Phantom3 Professional User Manual



### Removing Gimbal Clamp Removethe gimbal clamp bysliding it to the right (when facing the nose ofthe 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 ontothe correct motors andtighten byhand to lockthem in position. Preparing the Remote Controller: The mobile device holder is designed for securing tabletor mobile device. Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position, then adjustthe antennas sothey are facing outward. 1. Press the button on the top right side ofthe mobile device holderto release the clamp, then adjustthe clamp to fitthe size ofyour 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. LJ 

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[1] Antennas Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Securely mounts your mobile deviceto the remote controller. [3] Control Stick Controls the orientation and movementofthe 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 remote controller. [6] Status LED 

### Displaysthe remote controller's system status. [7] Power Button 

### Used to turn the remote controlleron and off. [8] RTH LED 

### 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 Pilot app.) [10] Playback Button 

### Playbackthe captured images orvideos. (Only functions when the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilot app.) [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 Pilotapp. [18] C2 Button 

### Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [19] Power Port 

### Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to chargethe batteryofthe remote controller. Phantom3 Professional User Manual

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# Aircraft
This section introduces the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery

# Aircraft

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.

Three flight modes are available. The details ofeach flight modeare 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 onlythe Vision Positioning System for positioning. P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. 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 usedfor stabilization. The aircraftonly uses its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and the Home Pointwas recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer tothe IOC section in theAppendix.

:\): Usethe FlightController mode switch to change the flight modeofthe aircraft, referto the "Flight Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information.

The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs are shown in the figure below:

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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 ofthe flight controller. Referto the table belowfor more information aboutthe Aircraft Status Indicators:)> Phantom 3 Professional User Manual

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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.

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 (**~~ull**

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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 followthe 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 toterminatethe procedure and regain full control ofthe aircraft.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual



### The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that mayaffectthe safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted. The DJI Pilot app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The aircraftwill automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after aten-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 based on the aircraft's current altitude and distancefrom the Home Point. The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft's orientation duringthe landing process. The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below:

Low battery level warning

Estimated remaining flighttime Critical Low battery level Sufficient battery warning(Red) levei(Green) Low battery level waming(Yellow) Remaining flight time



### The battery power is low. Please land the

Estimated remaining flight based on current battery level. Power requires to return home Battery level Indicator



### Aircraftstatus indicator blinks RED slowly.

N/A Tap "Go-home" to have the aircraft return to the Home point and land automatically, or "Cancel" to resume normal flight. If no action is taken, the aircraft will automatically go home and land after 1 0 seconds. Remote controller will sound an alarm.

N/A Flythe aircraft backand land it as soon as possible, then stopthe motors and replacethe battery.

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## Jj: •When Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, you may push the throttle upwardto make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an opportunityto navigateto a more appropriate landing location. • The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated

remaining flighttime. They are automaticallyadjusted accordingto the aircraft's current location and status.

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 Returnto-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote controller signal connection is re-established. 

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# & •The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is importantto set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" and select "MODE>Advanced Settings> Failsafe mode"to setthe 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.

The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image datato help the aircraft maintain its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Professional 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 Professional; they include [2] two ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera.Phantom3 Professional User Manual Using Vision Positioning 

### Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Professional is turned on. No further action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 Professional can hover precisely even without GPS.

Follow the steps belowto use Vision Positioning: 

### 1. Toggletheflight modeswitch toP-mode. 2. Placethe aircrafton aflat surface. Notethatthe Vision Positioning system cannotwork properlyon surfaces without clear pattern variations. 3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator will flash green two times, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle upto lift off and the aircraftwill 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-mode to A-mode automatically if neither GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the following situations: • Flying over monochromesurfaces (e.g. pure black, purewhite, pure red, pure green). • Flying overa highly reflective surfaces. • Flying at high speeds(over 8 m/sat2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1meter). • Flying overwaterortransparent surfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces or objects. • Flying in an areawhere the lighting changes frequentlyor drastically. • Flying over extremelydark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 100,000) surfaces. • Flying oversurfacesthat can absorb sound waves (e.g. thickcarpet). • Flying oversurfaceswithoutclear patterns ortexture. • Flying oversurfaceswith identical repeating patternsortextures (e.g. tiles with the same design). • Flying over inclined surfacesthatwill deflectsound waves awayfrom the aircraft. :\): • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affectthe effectiveness ofthe sensors. • Vision Positioning is onlyeffectivewhen the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. • The Vision Positioning System may notfunction properlywhen the aircraft is flying overwater. • The Vision Positioning System may not be ableto recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions (lessthan 100 lux). • Do not useother ultrasonic deviceswith frequency of40 KHzwhen Vision Positioning system is

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

ground (below0.5 meters) at fast speeds

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# 0 Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequencysoundsthat are only audibleto some animals.

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 DJI Pilot app.



# o Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Professional. 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 colorwith the motor axis color.

Legends El'l Lock:Turn the propellers in the indicated directionto mount and tighten. 'b'l Unlock:Turn the propellers in the indicated directionto loosen and remove. 

### Attaching the Propellers 1. Be sure to remove the warning stickersfrom 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 propellerswith blackdots ontothe motorswith blackaxes and spin the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand beforeflight.



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# & •Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwisetheaircraftcannottakeoff. •Wear gloveswhen handling propellers. • Hand tighten each ofthe propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached firmly. 

### Detaching the Propellers Holdthe motor in placewith one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlock direction.



# & •Checkthatthe propellers and motors are installed correctly andfirmly before everyflight. • Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,

or broken propellers. • To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR ofand DO NOTtouch propellers ormotorswhentheyarespinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellers for a betterand saferflight experience.

The DJI 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 chargerthat has been approved by DJI.

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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators displaythe current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs displaythe current battery power cycle. 3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically dischargesto below 65% of total power when it is idle for more than ten days. Ittakes around two days to dischargethe batteryto 65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. Dischargethresholds can beset in the DJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balancesthe voltage ofeach batterycell when charging. 5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automaticallystopswhen the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The batterywill only charge when the temperature is between

# ooc (32°F) and 40°C (104°F). 7. OverCurrent Protection: The batterystops charging when high amperage (morethan 8A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: To preventover-discharge damage, discharging automaticallystops when the batteryvoltage reaches 12V. 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cutsthe powersupplywhen a short circuit is detected.)> Phantom 3 Professional User Manual


### 10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Browsethe batteryerror history in the DJI Pilot app. 12. Sleep Mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after20 minutes of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining tothe battery'svoltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to the aircraft's main controller. 

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### IAdvancedIntelligentFlightBatterySafety Guidelines before use. Userstakefull responsibilityfor all operations and usage. 

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### Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicatorswill displaythe 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 offthe Phantom to allow automatically stopping of a recording duringthe event recording wasn'tstopped. 

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# ooc and 5°C. 3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Pilot app displaysthe "Low Battery Level Warning" in lowtemperature environments. 4. Keep the battery indoorsto warm it beforeflying in lowtemperature environments. 5. To ensure optimal performance ofthe battery, keep the batterytemperature above 20°C. 6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell's temperature is not within the operating range (0°C
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# & In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for approximately 1-2 minutesto warm up beforetaking off. 

### Checkingthe Battery 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 belowfor details.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

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### Battery life 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 checkthe battery life. The Battery Level Indicatorswill light up and/or blinkfortwo seconds, as shown below:



# & When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. 

# IXJ For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is listed underthe batterytab.)> Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

### Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery I. Connectthe BatteryChargerto a powersource (I00-240V50/60 Hz). 2. Openthe Protection Cap and connectthe Intelligent Flight Batteryto the BatteryCharger. Ifthe battery level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level Indicatorwill displaythe 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 Batteryafter each flight. Allow itstemperatureto dropto room temperature before storing itfor an extended period.
• We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the

standard chargeratthe sametime, otherwisethe charger mayoverheat. • Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional.

Never insertor remove a batterywhen it is turned on.

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### Battery Protection LED Display Thetable belowshows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual
After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn 

### offthe 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 chargerwill resume charging when thetemperature is within the allowable range.



# & DJI does nottake any responsibilityfor damage caused bythird-partychargers.**~\}:** 

### Howto dischargeyour Intelligent Flight Battery: Slow :Placethe Intelligent Flight Battery intothe Phantom 3 Professional'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 DJI Pilot appto check battery levels. 

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# Remote ontroller
This section describes the features of the remote controller and includes instructions for controlling the aircraft and the camera.

# Remote Controller

The Phantom 3 Professional 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 system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED indicators on thefront panel ofthe remote controller.



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### Turning the Remote ControllerOn and Off The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a capacity of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated viathe Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow the steps belowto turn on your remote controller: 1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will displaythe current battery level. 2. Press and holdthe Power Button to turn on the remote controller. 3. The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating thatthe remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEOs will glowsolid green when linking is complete. 4. Repeat Step 2to turn 

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### Controlling the Camera Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller.

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### ControllingAircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is setto Mode2 bydefault.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

# iXJ Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticksare in the center position. Movingthe Control Stick: The control stick is pushed awayfrom the center position.

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### Connecting Your Mobile Device Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position. Press the button on the side ofthe mobile device holder to release the clamp, andthen placeyour mobile device intothe cradle. Adjustthe clamp downto securethe mobile device. To connectyour mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of the cable intoyour mobiledeviceandthe otherend intothe USB porton the backofthe remote controller.



### OptimalTransmission Range The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the areathat is depicted in the image below:

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Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission performance, maintainthe appropriate relationship betweenthe operator and the aircraft.

The Status LED reflects the strength ofthe connection between the remote controller and the aircraft. The RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information aboutthese indicators.

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## :Cf;)_--Solid White /Chime Aircraft is returning home. 

# i$.··· ···Blinking White DO······ Return-to-Home procedure in progress. 

# & The RemoteStatus Indicatorwill blink red and 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 remote controllerforthe firsttime. Followthese stepsto linka new remote controller: 1. Turn on the remote controller and connecttothe mobile device. Launch the OJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera" and tap on

**~"** 11 111 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below.



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


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5. Locate the linking button on the side ofthe aircraft, as shown in the figure below. Press the link button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote controller is successfully linked tothe aircraft.

Link Button



# & •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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# Camera and imbal
This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal's operation modes.

# Cameraand Gimbal

The on-board camera uses the l/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps or 4K at up to 30fps with the Phantom 3 Professional) and 12 megapixel 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 deviceviathe OJI Pilot app. 

### Camera Micro-SO Card Slot To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SO card into the slot, as shown below, before turning on the Phantom 3 Professional. The Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 16GB Micro-SO card and supports Micro-SO cards up to 64 GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card is recommended due to their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data.



# 0 Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the Phantom 3 Professional when it is turned on. 

### Camera Data Port Turn on the Phantom 3 Professional and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos and videosto your computer.



# & The aircraft must be turned on before attempting to accessthe files on the Micro-SO card.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

### CameraOperation Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot the images or videos through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about howto use these buttons, refer to "Controlling the Camera Page 24".



### Gimbal Profile The 3-axis gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear, stable images andvideo. The gimbal can tiltthe camerawithin a 120' range.

Usethe gimbal dial on the remote controllerto control the tilt movementofthe camera. 

### Gimbal Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the differentoperation modes on the camera settings page of the DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controller for changes to take effect. Referto the table belowfor details:

Follow Mode

FPV Mode The angle between gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constantat all times. The gimbal will synchronize with the movementofthe aircraftto provide a first-person perspectiveflying experience. 

# & •A gimbal motor error may occur in these 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 a collision. Please take 

### offfrom flat, open ground and protectthe gimbal at all times.



### 32 ((;) • Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbalwill recoverfull functionality after it dries.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

### 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 

## CDthrough the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part®, then lockthem together as shown®. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonallyfrom each other is recommended.



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# DJI ilotApp
This section introduces the four main functions ofthe DJI Pilot app.

# DJI PilotApp
The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifically for the Phantom 3 Professional. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and User Center, which are used for configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It is recommended thatyou use atabletforthe bestexperience.

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The Camera page contains a live HDvideofeed from the Phantom 3 Professional's camera. You can also configurevarious camera parametersfrom the Camera page. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8]

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### [1] Flight Mode 

# 8:The text nextto this icon indicates the currentflight mode. Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allowyou to modifyflight limits and setthe gain values. [2] GPS Signal Strength**~~ull:** 

### This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings**~** 

### CL: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to viewthe IOC settings menu and selectthe desired IOC setting. [4] System Status 

# 111111•:This icon indicatesthe current aircraftsystem status and GPS signal strength. [5] Battery Level Indicator

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### The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored zones on the battery level indicator representthe power levels needed to carry out differentfunctions. [6] Remote ControllerSignal**~""** 11111: 

### This icon showsthe strength of remote controller's signal. 

### [7] HDVideo Link Signal Strength 

### [E[)"'IIIil: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level 

# 1ft100%: This icon showsthe current battery level. Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the batterywarning 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 quickview feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight route display. [10] Camera Operation Bar Shutter and Recording Settings 

### 1!:<1-: Tap to enter various cameravalue settings, including color spaceforthe recording, resolution of the videos, image size and so on.

Shutter 

### • :Tapthis button to take asingle photo. Press and hold this button to selectsingle shot, triple shot ortime-lapsed shooting modes.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual
Record • :Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which hasthe samefunctionality. Playback 

## [EJ :Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. CameraSettings 

# -·- -•;::Tapto set ISO, shutterand auto exposurevalues ofthe camera. [11] Vision Positioning 

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

TheVision Positioning Status icon is highlightedwhen the Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated bythe flight attitude icon. (1) The red arrowshowswhich direction the aircraft is facing. (2) Light blueand dark blue areas indicate pitch. (3) The angleofthe boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicatesthe roll angle. [13] Map Displaythe flight path ofthe currentflight. Tapto switchfrom the CameraGUI to the Map GUI.

[14] Return to Home (RTH) 

## J;; :Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return tothe last recorded home point.
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### ~: Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the mobile dataservice is available on the mobile device. [17] Back**~** :Tapto return to the main GUI.

Director is an automaticvideo editor built intothe DJI 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 combinedto create a shortfilm thatcan be shared immediately.

Tap "Store" to visitthe official DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily buy newproducts.

Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status in "Discovery". Useyour registered DJI accountto login to "Discovery".



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# Flight
This section describes safe flight practices and flight restrictions.

# Flight Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended thatyou usethe flight simulator in the OJI Pilot app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open area.

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 1 0 m/s , snow, rain and fog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies ofwater. 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 greaterthan 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea level, as the performance ofthe battery and aircraft may be affected. 6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operatewithin the polarareas.

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth 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-FlyZones. 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 altitudefrom exceeding 1640feet (500 m). 

### Maximum flight altitude &

### Radius Limits Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3 Professional will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below:

Maximum Flight Altitude Max Radius

Home Point ---LJt-----+- Heightofaircraft when turned on



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Warning: Distance limit reached. Aircraft Status Indicator

Rapid red flashing**'~;** 

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Flight Limits DJI Pilot app Aircraft Status Indicator

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-FlyZones All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://flysafe.dji.com/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 border lines between countries or sensitive institute. The details ofthe No-FlyZones are explained as follow: Airport 

### (I) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised of Take-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each zonefeatures circles ofvarious sizes. (2) Rl miles (value of the Rl depends on the size and shape ofthe airport) around the airport is a Takeoff restricted zone, inside ofwhich take off is prevented. (3) From Rl mile to Rl 

### + I mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is limited to 1640feet (500 meters) at Rl

### +I mile (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-Fly Zones, awarning message will appear on the OJ\ Pilot app.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual



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Restricted Area (1) Restricted Areas does not have flight altitude restrictions. (2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off within this zone. Thevalue of Rvaries based on the definition ofthe restricted areas. (3) A "warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.6 miles 

### (1 km) ofthis zone, awarning message

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### Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI PilotApp Prompt 

### Status Indicator Motorswill notstart. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take off prohibited. No-flyZone Ifthe aircraft entersthe 

# • restricted area in A-mode, but is Warning: You are in a no-flyzone. switchedtoP-mode, the aircraft will automatically descend, land, Automatic landing has begun. andstop its motors. R1: Warning: You are in a 

# ·te/······ Ifthe aircraft entersthe restricted restricted zone. Descending to Red flashingRestrictedarea in A-mode, but is switched safe altitude. altitude flight to P-mode, itwill descend to an R2: Warning: You are in a zone restricted zone. Maximumflight appropriate altitude and hover altitude is restricted to between 15feet belowthe altitude limit. 20m and500m. Fly cautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a therewill be awarning

. restricted zone, Fly cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.



# E.EJ Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command duringthe descentand landing process. Motors will stop automaticallyafter landing. 

# & • When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate currentflying status and continue for 5 seconds atwhich point itwill switch backto blinking red. • For safety reasons, please do notfly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines,

citycenters, orothersensitive areas. Flythe aircraftonlywithin your line of sight. ::::!J co :::y ,...,.Phantom3 Professional User Manual



### 1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device arefully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly andfirmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 5. Motors can startand are functioning normally. 6. The DJI Pilot app is successfullyconnected to the aircraft.

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 performance orflightfailure. Regular calibration is required foroptimal performance.



# 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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### • Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones. • Do not calibrate in direct proximityto large metal objects. • DO NOTcalibrate indoors. 

### Calibration Procedures Choose an open areato carry outthe 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 Bar in the appand select "Calibrate", then followthe on-screen instructions. 2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display a solid green light. .)Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 3. Hold the aircraft vertically, with nose pointing downward, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center axis. Recalibratethe compass ifthe AircraftStatus Indicator glows solid red.



# & If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircraftto a different location and try 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 metal objects such as a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding. 

### When to Recalibrate 1.When compass data is abnormal and the AircraftStatus Indicator is blinking green and yellow. 2.When flying in a new location or in a location that is differentfrom the most recentflight. 3.When the mechanical or physical structureofthe Phantom 3 Professional has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does notfly in straight line.

Auto Takeoff Use auto takeoff only ifthe Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use the autotakeofffeature: 1. Launch the DJI Pilotapp, and enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 3. Complete all steps on the pre-flightchecklist. 4. Tap"

## t ", and confirm that conditions are safe forflight. Slidethe iconto confirm and takeoff. 5. Aircrafttakes 

### offand hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground.



# & Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidlywhen it is usingtheVision Position Systemfor stabilization. The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is sufficient GPS lock before using the AutoTake-offfeature.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual Auto-Landing Use auto-landing only iftheAircraft Status Indicatorsare blinking green. Followthe steps belowto usethe auto-landing feature: 1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 2. Check the landing area condition before tapping,.,..,, to begin landing. Then follow the on-screen instructions.



### 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 are two methodsto stopthe motors. Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle downeD, then conduct the same CSC that was used to startthe motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors 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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# Lt. Do not perform aCSCwhen the aircraft is in midair, otherwisethe motorswill suddentlystop.


### Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Placethe aircraft in an open, flat areawith the battery level indicatorsfacing towardsyou. 2. Turn on the remote controllerandyour mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI Pilot appand enterthe Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is nowsafe to fly. Iftheyflash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 5. Push the throttle up slowlytotake off or useAutoTakeoff. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app. 7. To land, hoverovera level surface and gently pull down on thethrottleto descend. 8. After landing, executethe CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 9. Turn offthe Intelligent Flight Batteryfirst, then the Remote Controller.Phantom 3 Professional User tv1anual 

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

rapidly duringflight. • Watch ourvideotutorials for moreflight information.


### Video Suggestions and Tips 1. Gothrough thefull pre-flight checklist before eachflight. 2. Selectthe desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI Pilot app. 3. Onlyshootvideowhen flying in P-mode. 4. Alwaysfly in goodweatherand avoidflying in rain or heavywind. 5. Choosethe camerasettingsthatsuityour needs. Settings include photoformatand exposure compensation. 6. Perform flightteststo establishflight routes and previewscenes. 7. Push the control sticks gentlyto keep the aircraft's movementsmooth and stable.

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# Troubleshooting {FAQ) What is the difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3Advanced? 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 1 080p60. 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 cameraand attach myown? No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached. Attempting to remove, replace, or modifythe camera may damage the product and will void yourwarranty.
Can I charge my Remote Controllerand Intelligent Flight Battery atthesametime? While the Remote Controller charger and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated into one unitfor your convenience, it is recommended that you only charge one item at atime. We recommend that you never charge both items using the same charger atthe same time.
What arethe buttons on the backof my Remote Controllerfor? The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you choosethrough the DJI 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) awayfrom the pilot.
What app should I usewith my Phantom 3? The Phantom 3 is compatible with the OJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the OJI Inspire. The appwill detectwhich aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly.
Which mobile devicesare compatiblewith theapp? The DJI Pilot app is only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later orAndroid 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 for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus Android: Samsung S5, Note 3, SonyZ3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, NubiaZ7 mini Supportfor additional Android deviceswill become available as testing and development continues. 11 )> 

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How do I usethe Directorautomatic video editor? Director is an automaticvideo editor built into the 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 ashortfilm that can be shared immediately.
How do Ichangethe control modeof 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 DJI Pilot app. This is only recommended for advanced users. Can I usea Phantom 2 Remote Controllerwith the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a differentfrequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz.
Can I usea Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Batterywith the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Batterywith greater power. The Phantom 3 has a4 cell batterywith a capacityof4480 mAh and avoltage of 15.2 V. My Phantom 3 does notturn off right away, is something wrong? 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 SO card. This helps prevent your datafrom being lost or corrupted.
Do I haveto buythe Remote Controllerseparately? No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller that is already linked tothe 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 doesthe "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controllerdo? This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle differentflight modes: P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and your Phantom 3will attemptto 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.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual
What is the Phantom 3flighttime? Flight times will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage patterns, but the Intelligent Flight Battery is designed to provide up to 23 minutes of uninterrupted flight time when fully charged.
How can I restore a video file ifthe power is turned offduring recording? Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the camera. If it has been removed, place it back in the camera. Turn the Phantom 3 on and wait approximately 30 seconds as the video file is restored.
Howcan Iensurethat my pictures and videos will besynchronized to my iOS album? You may need to adjust the settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the Privacy tab, selectthe Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the OJI Pilot app icon. Ifthe Pilot app has not been granted accessto your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized.
What should Ido to land my Phantom 3 smoothly as possible? Hover the aircraft over a flat, level surface. Slowly pull the throttle stick down until the aircraft touches the ground. Why isthe dischargetime ofthe battery notzero, even though I have never used it? Every battery is tested prior to being packaged and shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new battery and is the reason thatthe dischargetime is not zero. The battery is safe to use. Can the mobiledevice holder be used on the Phantom 2 series Remote Controller? No, it cannot.
Howtosafelyoperatethe aircraftwhen encountering compass error? A compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error occurs and the OJI Pilot appwill displayone ofthe following messages: • Compass error, calibration required

This warning message indicatesthe aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended to power offthe aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different location and then resume the flight. • Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode

This warning message indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring the aircraftto a higher altitude to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will automatically adjustthe orientation of the aircraft in the midairto mitigatethe drifts. The aircraftwill switch backto P-GPS modewhen the automatic adjustment is completed. 11 p 

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# Appendix

# Appendix

Weight (Battery & Propellers Included)
Max. Descent Speed
Max. FlightAltitude

Controllable Range Velocity Range Operating Range

Lens
Electronic Shutter Speed

Still Photography Modes

Video Recording Modes

Supported File Formats 1280 g

3 m/s
6000m

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30 cm-300 em

FOV 94° 20mm(35mm format equivalent)f/2.8
8s -1/8000s Single shot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapse

UHD: 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 FHD: 1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60

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Operating Frequency 2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz
Video Output Port USB Battery 6000 mAh LiPo 2S
Transmitter Power(EIRP) FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm

Voltage 17.4

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Capacity 4480 mAh BatteryType LiPo 4S
NetWeight 365 g Max. Charging Power 100W



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IOC allows users to lockthe control orientation of the aircraft in different modes. There are three working modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft is in F-mode, therefore the user musttogglethe flight mode switch to activate IOC. Referto the table below:

Home Lock(HL)* Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forward and backward controlswill movethe aircraft farther from and closerto the established Home Pont, regardless of howthe orientation and position of the aircraft changes.**~():** *Home Lock and Point of Interestfeature are coming soon. 

### IOC Requirements IOC is only available underthe following conditions:

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### FCC Compliance This device complieswith part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: 

### (I) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authorityto operatethe equipment. Compliance Information 

### FCC Warning Message Any changes or modifications not expresslyapproved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authorityto operatethe equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: 

### (I) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation. 

### FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 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 limits for a Class B digital device, pursuantto part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designedto 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 interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment 

### offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference byoneor moreofthe following measures: -Reorientor relocate the receiving antenna. -Increasethe separation between the equipmentand receiver. -Connectthe equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom thattowhich the receiver is connected. -Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio/TV technician for help. 

### IC RSS warning This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: 

### (I)this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must acceptany interference, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation ofthe device. Le present areil est conforms aux CNR d'lndustrieCanada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisee aux deuxconditions suivantes: 

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