2015.04 

# PHANTOM 3

ADVANCED

V1.0 

# User Manual

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# Using this manual
Legends

Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference


## Read Before the First Flight Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Advanced:

1. In the Box 2. Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual 3. Phantom 3 Advanced Quick Start Guide 4. Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 5. Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines
We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer before you fly. Prepare for your first flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Advanced Quick Start Guide and refer to the User Manual for more detailed information.



## Video Tutorials
Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional safely: http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-3/video



## Download the DJI Pilot app Download and install the DJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the QR code to the right to download the latest version. The Android version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. The iOS version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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# Contents
**Using this manual** Legends 2 Read Before the First Flight 2 Video Tutorials 2 Download the DJI 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 DJI 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

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### 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 Flight Test 46 Starting/Stopping the Motors 46



### Troubleshooting (FAQ)

**Appendix** Specifications 53 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 55 FCC Compliance 56© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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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 both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the Vision Positioning System allows the aircraft to hover accurately in place. 

## Feature Highlights
Camera and Gimbal: Phantom 3 Advanced has a fully integrated camera that shoots 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second and captures 12 megapixel photos. An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera

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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 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 precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is unavailable.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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## Preparing the Aircraft Removing Gimbal Clamp Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below.



### Attaching the Propellers: Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure. Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all propellers are securely in place.

Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position.
Preparing the Remote Controller: The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outward. 1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the

clamp to fit the size of your mobile device. 2. Secure your mobile device in the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the

remote controller using a USB cable. 3. Plug one end of the cable into the mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of

the remote controller.

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## Aircraft Diagram

Remote Controller Diagram
[1] Antennas Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Securely mounts your mobile device to the remote controller. [3] Control Stick Controls the orientation and movement of the aircraft. [4] Return Home (RTH) Button Press and hold the button to initiate Return to Home (RTH). [1] [2]

[4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [3] [1] GPS [2] Propeller [3] Motor [4] Front LED Indicator [5] Landing gear [6] Gimbal and Camera [7] Aircraft Micro-USB Port [8] Aircraft Status Indicator [9] Intelligent Flight Battery [10] Vision Positioning Sensors [11] Antennas [12] Camera Micro-SD Card Slot [13] Camera Micro-USB Port [14] Link Button [1] [2] [3] [4]

[5] [6] [7]

[8]

[11] [9] [10]

4K [12]

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### 9 [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 Used to turn the remote controller on and off. [8] RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.

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[19] [18] [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 Playback the captured images or videos. (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. [14] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. [15] Mircro-USB Port Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the firmware. [16] USB Port Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for firmware upgrade.

[17] C1 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [18] C2 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [19] Power Port Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to charge the battery of the remote controller. [10]

[11] [15] [16]

[9]

[12] [13] [14]

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# Aircraft

This section introduces the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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## Flight Status Indicator The Phantom 3 Advanced has Front LEDs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEDs are shown in the figure below:

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. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status Indicators: 

# Aircraft
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 of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is using only the Vision Positioning System for positioning. P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor 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 used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix.

Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the “Flight Mode Switch” on Page 26 for more information.

Front LED Aircraft Status Indicator

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### Aircraft Status Indicator Description

Normal Red, Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing
Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Warming Up
Green Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision Positioning)

X2 Green Flashes Twice Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) Yellow Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) Warning Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller's Signal Lost Slow Red Flashing Low Battery Warning Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning Red Flashing Alternatively IMU Error

— Solid Red Critical Error Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively 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 ( ). The aircraft status indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded.



## 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 ini

tiate 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.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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Warning Remark Aircraft Status Indicator DJI Pilot app Flight Instructions

Low battery level warning The battery power is low. Please land the aircraft. Aircraft status indicator blinks RED slowly. 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 10 seconds. Remote controller will sound an alarm. Fly the aircraft back and land it as soon as possible, then stop the motors and replace the battery.

Critical Low battery level warning The aircraft must land immediately. Aircraft status indicator blinks RED quickly. The DJI Pilot app display will flash red and the aircraft will start to descend. The remote controller will sound an alarm. Allow the aircraft to descend and land automatically.

Estimated remaining flight time Estimated remaining flight based on current battery level. N/A N/A N/A 

## Low Battery RTH The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted. The DJI 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 based on the aircraft’s current altitude and distance from 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 during the landing process.


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

Battery level Indicator Critical Low battery level warning(Red)
Low battery level warning(Yellow) Sufficient battery level(Green)

Remaining flight time

Power requires to return home

### 14 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI 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. 

## Failsafe RTH If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH willbe 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.


### Failsafe Illustration 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.

Height over HP<=20m



## Vision Positioning System The DJI 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.

[1] [2] 5 RTH (adjustable altitude)

Fast Blinking Yellow 1 Record Home Point

Blinking Green 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost

Fast Blinking Yellow 2 Confirming Home Point

Blinking Green 6 Landing (after hovering for 5 secs)

Fast Blinking Yellow 4 Signal Lost Lasts (after 3 sec.)

Fast Blinking Yellow Height over HP>20m
Elevate to 20m 20m >3S × ×

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### 15 Using Vision Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Advanced 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.

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 monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. Flying at high speeds(over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). Flying over water or transparent surfaces. Flying over moving surfaces or objects. Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. Flying over extremely dark (lux < 10) or bright (lux > 100,000) surfaces. Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with 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 of the sensors. Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when th e aircraft is flying over water. The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light conditions (less than 100 lux). Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is in operation. Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the ground (below 0.5 meters) at fast speeds.. Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 1. Toggle the flight mode switch to P-mode. 2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot work

properly on 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 up to lift off and the aircraft will hover in place.

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## 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 DJI Pilot app. 

## Attaching and Detaching the Propellers Use only DJI 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

.

Propellers Silver Dot Black Dot Figure
Attach On Motors with a grey axes Motors with a black axes
Legends Lock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten. Unlock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove.



### Attaching the Propellers 1. Be sure to remove the 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 before flight. Keep animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 17 Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off. 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 an d firmly before every flight. Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, or broken propellers. To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight e xperience.


## DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 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 charger that has been approved by DJI.

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger
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.



### DJI 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 battery power cycle. 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 DJI 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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### 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 LED will turn red and 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 reduced when flying in low temp erature (< 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°C and 5°C. 3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Pilot app displays the “Low Battery Level Warning” in low temperature

environments. 4. Keep the battery indoors to warm it before flying in low tempera ture environments. 5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature 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 ~ 40°C ).

In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for approximately 1-2 minutes to warm up before taking off.



### Checking the 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 below for details. LED1 LED2

Battery Level Indicators LED3 LED4 Power Button (Bulit-in LED) 10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history in the DJI Pilot app. 12. Sleep mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery’s voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to

the aircraft’s main controller.

Refer to Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 19 The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are defined below.

: LED is on. : LED is flashing. : LED is off.
Battery Level LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 87.5%~100% 75%~87.5% 62.5%~75% 50%~62.5% 37.5%~50% 25%~37.5% 12.5%~25% 0%~12.5% =0%


### 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 check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two seconds, as shown below:
Battery Life LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Life 90%~100% 80%~90% 70%~80% 60%~70% 50%~60% 40%~50% 30%~40% 20%~30% below 20%

When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is listed under the battery tab.

### 20 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Battery Level Indicators While Charging LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 0%~25% 25%~50% 50%~75% 75%~100% Fully Charged



### Battery Protection LED Display The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns.

Battery Level Indicators while Charging LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected LED3 blinks three times per second Over-voltage charger detected LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high 

### Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 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.

Charger Intelligent Flight Battery Power Outlet© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 21 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 charging when the temperature is within the allowable range.

DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: 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 be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot 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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# Remote Controller

This section describes the features of the remote controller and includes instructions for controlling the aircraft and the camera.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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# Remote Controller

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 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 the front panel of the remote controller. Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode. Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle.

To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area.


## Using the Remote Controller Turning the Remote Controller On and Off The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controller is powered by a 2S 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 below to turn on your remote controller: 1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEDs will

display the current battery level. 2. Press and hold the 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

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDs will glow solid green when linking is complete. 4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller.



### 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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Power Button 

### 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.

[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 left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback mode. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings.

[2] Playback Button Press to view images and videos that have already been captured.

[3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press.

[4] Video Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording.

[5] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal.


### Controlling Aircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default. [1] [2]

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### 25 Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the center position.

Remote Controller (Mode 2) Aircraft ( Indicates Nose Direction) Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft’s elevation. 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 position, the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will change elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation changes. Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the rudder and rotation of the aircraft.Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft 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 position, the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft’s forward and backward pitch. Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly backward. Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stick further away from the center position for a larger pitch angle (maximum 30 ̊) and faster flight. Moving the right stick control left and right changes the aircraft’s left and right pitch. Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place if the stick is centered. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static.

### 26 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Position Figure Flight Mode Position 1 F-mode
Position 2 A-mode
Position 3 P-mode Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode.You may choose between; P-mode, F-mode and Amode. Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different versions of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Advanced depending on GPS signal strength and the 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 a sufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for position holding. P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude is maintained. 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 lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. By default, the Flight Mode Switch 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 Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH 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.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 27 Connecting Your Mobile Device Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the cradle. Adjust the clamp down to secure the mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of the cable into your mobile device and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller.



### Optimal Transmission Range The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that is depicted in the image below:

Optimal Transmission Range

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



## Remote Controller Status LED The Status LED reflects the strength of the 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 about these indicators.

RTH LED

Status LED strong weak

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— Solid Red Chime The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft.

— Solid Green Chime The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. Slow Blinking Red D-D-D

...... Remote controller error. / Red and Green/ Red and Yellow Alternate Blinks None HD downlink is disrupted.

RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status

— Solid White Chime Aircraft is returning home. Blinking White D

. . . Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. Blinking White DD

.. .. .. Return-to-Home procedure in progress.
The Remote Status Indicator will blink red and sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low.


## Linking the 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 DJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter “Camera” and tap on and then tap “Linking RC” button as shown below.

RC Control Setting

RC Calibration

Stick Mode

Not Defined C1 C2 Not Defined Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC.

Linking RC© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 29 The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the same aircraft.


## Remote Controller Compliance Version The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC requirements. Link Button RC Control Setting

RC Calibration

Stick Mode

Not Defined C1 C2 Not Defined Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC.

Linking RC Searching for aircraft frequency, timeout in 54 seconds

Cancel Press the linking button on the aircraft to link this remote controller

5. Locate the linking button on the side of the 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 to the aircraft. 4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is

emitted.

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# Camera and Gimbal

This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal’s operation modes.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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# Camera and Gimbal

Camera Profile The on-board camera uses a 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to1080p at 60 frames per second with the Phantom 3 Advanced) 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 device via the DJI 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 fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data.

Do not remove the Micro-SD card from the Phantom 3 Advanced when it is turned on.



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

The aircraft must be turned 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 DJI 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.

Use the 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 DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controller for changes to take effect. Refer to the table below for details:

Follow Mode The angle between gimbal’s orientation and aircraft’s nose remains constant at all times.

FPV Mode The gimbal will synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a first-person perspective flying 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 off from flat, open ground and protect the gimbal at all times. Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbal will recover full functionality after it dries. -90° 0° 30°© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 33 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 1 through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part 2 , then lock them together as shown 3 . Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended.

2 1 3