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# Using this manual

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Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

### 1. In the Box 2. Phantom3 Professional UserManual 3. Phantom 3 Professional QuickStartGuide 4. Phantom3Professional

### IAdvancedSafetyGuidelinesandDisclaimer 5. Phantom3Professional

### IAdvancedIntelligentFlightBatterySafetyGuidelines We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer beforeyou fly. Prepare foryourfirst flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional QuickStart Guide and referto the User Manual for more detailed information.

Please watch 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 GO app before using the aircraft. Scan the OR code to the right to download the latestversion. TheAndroid version ofthe DJI GO app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. The iOSversion ofthe DJI GO app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later.

# Contents

Using this manual Legends 

### 2 Read Before the First Flight 

### 2 Video Tutorials 

### 2 Download the DJI GO 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 

### 29Camera and Gimbal Camera Profile 

### 31 Gimbal 

### 32

DJI GOapp 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 Flight Test 

### 46 Starting/Stopping the Motors 

### 46
Troubleshooting (FAQ) Appendix Specifications 

### 54 Intelligent Flight Mode 

### 56 FCC Compliance 

### 57

# Product Profile
This section introduces the Phantom 3 Professional and lists the components of the aircraftand remote controller.

# Product Profile

The Phantom 3 Professional represents the nextgeneration of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 4Kvideo and transmitting an HD video signal outofthe 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 photosthat look crisperand cleanerthan ever. An enhanced sensor gives you greaterclarity, lowernoise, and better picturesthan any previous flying camera. 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 asafer, 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.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual

Removing Gimbal Clamp Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding itto 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 onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lockthem in position. Preparing the Remote Controller: The mobile device holder is designedfor securing tabletor mobile device. Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position, then adjustthe antennas so they are facing outward. 1. Press the button on the top right side ofthe mobile device holderto release the clamp, then adjustthe

clamp to fit the 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

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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 Retum to Home (RTH).[5] Battery Level LEDs 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 RTHstatus.

[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 GOapp.) [10] Playback Button Playbackthe captured images orvideos. (Only functions when the remote controller is connected to a mobile 

### device running the DJI GOapp.) [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 GO app. [18] C2 Button Customizable through the DJI GO app. [19] Power Port Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to charge the batteryofthe remote controller. [14] [13]
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[14] Gimbal Dial Usethis dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal. [15] Mircro-USB Port Reserved port. [16] USB Port Connectto mobile 

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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 ofyour 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 mcdes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below: P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on signal strength of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPSfor 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 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 Pointwas recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC section in the Appendix.



# 'CJ' Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mcde ofthe aircraft, refertothe "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 inthe figure below:

AircraftStatus indicator

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 statt.is ofthe flight controller. Referto the table belowfor more information aboutthe Aircraft Status Indicators:Phantom 3 Professional User Manual**\~(-~G{-\'(;** 

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The Return-to-Horne (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Horne Point. There are three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes these three scenarios in detail.

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### If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Horne Point is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal strength is indicated by the GPS icon**(~.nil).** 

### The aircraft status indicatorwill blink when the home point is recorded.

Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on page 26 for more information) ortap the RTH button in the DJI GO app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraftwill then automatically return tothe 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 startthe process, and press the Smart RTH button again to terminate the 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 may affectthe safe return ofthe aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted. The DJI GO 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 afteraten-second

### co~:~ntdown. The user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds forthese 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 frorn 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 GO app, and is described below:

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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 horne and land after 10 seconds. Remote controller

N/A Flythe aircraft backand land it as soon as possible, then stop the motors and replace the battery.

N/APhantom 3 Professional User Manual '\): • When 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 opportunityto navigate to a more appropriate landing location. • The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated

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

If the Horne 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 controllersignal connection is re-established. Failsafe Illustration

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# Lt •Aircraft cannot return to the Home Point when GPS signal is weak ( [**~,,J]** displays grey) or unavailable. •Aircraft automatically descends and lands if RTH is triggered when the aircraftflies within a20

meters (65 feet) radius ofthe Home Point. Aircraftwill stop ascending and immediately return to the Horne Point if you move the throttle stick ifthe aircraft reaches 20 meters (65 feet) altitudes orbeyond during Failsafe. •The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is importantto set an

suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI GO app and enter "Camera" and select "MODE >Advanced Settings > Failsafe mode" to setthe Failsafe altitude. • User cannot control the aircraft while the aircraft is ascending to its failsafe altitude. However

the usercan rapidlytoggle 81 switch to regain control to cancel the ascending.

The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current position. With the help ofVision 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 ofthe 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.

Followthe steps below to use Vision Positioning:

# ~ 1. Toggle the flight mode switch to P-rnode. , P 2. Place the aircraft on aflat surface. Notethatthe Vision Positioning system cannot work '.

properlyon surfaces without clear patternvariations. 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 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 monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green)

. • Rying overa highly reflective surfaces. • Flying at high speeds(over8 m/s at 2meters orover4 m/s at 1meter). • Flying overwaterortransparentsurfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces orobjects. • Flying in an areawhere the lighting changes frequently ordrastically

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

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

. • Flying oversurfaceswithout clear pattems ortexture

. • Flying oversurfaces with identical repeating patterns ortextures (e.g. tiles withthe same design)

. • Flying over inclined surfacesthat will deflectsound waves awayfrom the aircraft.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

## :¢: • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness ofthe sensors. • Vision Positioning is only effectivewhen the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3to 3 meters. • The Vision Positioning System may notfunction properlywhen the aircraft isflying overwater. • 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 deviceswith frequency of40 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 (below0.5 meters) atfast speeds

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# 0 Keep the animals awayfrom the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensoremits high frequency sounds that 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 GO app.

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 color with the motor axis color.

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## e") Lock :Turn the propellers inthe indicated direction to mountand tighten. 

### 'b") Unlock:Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. Attachingthe Propellers 1. Be sure to removethe warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers. 2. Attach the propellers with silverdots onto the motors with silveraxes and spin the propellers clockwise

to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with black dots onto the motorswith blackaxes and spin the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand before flight. 

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# & •Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwisetheaircraftcannottakeoff. •Weargloveswhen handling propellers. •Hand tighten each ofthe propellers on the corresponding motorsto ensure it is attachedfirmly. Detaching the Propellers Holdthe motorin place with one hand, then spin the propeller inthe indicated unlockdirection. 

# Lt. •Checkthatthe propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before everyflight. • Ensurethat all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,

orbroken propellers. • Toavoid injury, STAND CLEARofand DO NOTtouch propellers ormotorswhentheyarespinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellers for abetter and saferflight experience.

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, avoltage of 15.2 V, and asmart charge/ discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate chargerthat has been approved byDJI.**:~·­**



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### The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to 'Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery'for more information. Be awarethatthe output powerofthe supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 100W.

OJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators displaythe current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs displaythe current battery powercycle. 3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of

total powerwhen it is idle for more than ten days. Ittakes 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. Dischargethresholds can be set in the DJI GO app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balancesthe voltage of each battery cell when charging. 5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automaticallystops when the battery isfully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between

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40°C (104°F). 7. OverCurrent Protection: The batterystops charging when high amperage (more than 8A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when

the batteryvoltage reaches 12V. 9. ShortCircuit Protection: Automatically cuts the powersupplywhen ashort circuit is detected.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual


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

the aircraft's main controller

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### IAdvancedIntelligentRightBatterySafetyGuidelines before use. Users takefull responsibilityforall 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 allowautomatically stopping of a recording duringthe event recording wasn't stopped.
LowTemperature Notice: 1. Batterycapacity is significantly reduced when flying in lowtemperature (

### <0°C) environments. 2. It is not recommended thatthe battery be used in extremely lowtemperature (

### <-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 asthe DJI GO app displays the "Low Battery Level Warning" in lowtemperature

environments. 4. Keep the battery indoorstowarm it before flying 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

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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. 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 belowfor details.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

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

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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 for5 seconds to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicatorswill light up and/or blinkfortwo seconds, as shown below:



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

## ffi Formore information aboutthe battery, launchthe DJI GO app and checkthe informationthatis listed underthe batterytab.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

### Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connectthe BatteryChargerto a powersource (100-240 V50/60Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connectthe Intelligent Flight Batteryto the Battery Charger. 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 Batteryaftereach flight. Allow itstemperature to drop to roomtemperature

before storing itfor an extended period. 

# & •We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the standard charger atthe same time, otherwisethe charger mayoverheat. • Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional.

Never insert or remove abatterywhen it isturned on.

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### Battery Protection 

### LED Display The table belowshows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns.Phantom3 Professional User Manual
Afterthese issues are resolved, press the Power Button to tum off the Battery Level indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the chargerwill resume charging when the temperature iswithin the allowable range. 

# & DJI does nottake any responsibilityfor damage caused bythird-party chargers. 

## :1;/: Howto discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: Slow :Place the 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 lett, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the DJI GO appto check battery levels. Rapid :Flythe Phantom 3 Professional outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the batterycan no longer be turned on.

# Remote Controller

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 the front panel ofthe remote controller. 

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

. •Operating Mode: Control can be setto Mode 1or Mode 2, orto acustom mode. •Mode 1:The right stick seNes as the throttle. •Mode 2: The leftstickseNes as the throttle. 

# & To preventtransmission interference, do notoperate morethan three aircrafts in the same area.

Turning the Remote Controller On 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 via the 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 hold the Power Buttonto turn on the remote controller. 3. The remote controllerwill beepwhen 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 2toturn offthe remote controller.

Charging the Remote Controller Charge the remote controller usingthe included charger. Referto the figure on next page belowfor more details. 

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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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### [1] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO, shutterspeed, 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 betweenthese settings. [2] Playback Button Pressto view images and videos that havealready been captured. [3] Shutter Button Pressto take aphoto. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will betaken with asingle press. [4] Video Recoding Button Press onceto start recording video, then press againto stop recording. [5] Gimbal Dial Usethis dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal. ControllingAircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is setto Mode 2bydefault.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

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

Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft's elevation. Pushthe stick upto ascend and down to descend. When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place. The more the stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the faster the Phantom 

### 3 Professional will change elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation Moving the left stickto the left or right controls the rudderand rotation ofthe 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 Professional will maintain its currentorientation. The morethe stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the Phantom 

### 3 Professional 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 

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### alargerpitch angle (maximum 30"}andfasterflight. Moving the right stickcontrol leftand right changes the aircraft's left and right pitch. Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place if the stick is centered. Gimbal Dial: Tum the dialto the right, and the camera will shiftto point upwards. Turn the dialto the left, and the camera will shiftto point downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static. JJ CD 

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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 Professional depending on GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available; the aircraft is using GPSfor positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but asufficient GPS signal is notavailable. Aircraft is using onlyVision Positioning for position holding. P-ATII: NeitherGPS norVision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometerfor positioning, so only altitude is maintained. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses only its barometerto stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller 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, referto the IOC section inthe Appendix. By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked to P-nnode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the DJI GO app, enterthe "Camera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Multiple Flight Mode". RTH Button Press and hold the RTH button to startthe 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.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

### Connecting Your Mobile Device Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position. Pressthe button on the side ofthe mobile device holder to release the clamp, and then placeyourmobile device intothe cradle. Adjustthe clamp downtosecurethe mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of the cable intoyourmobile device andthe otherend intothe USB porton the backofthe remote controller.

Optimal Transmission 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 between the operatorand the aircraft.

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

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The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new remote controllerforthe firsttime. Followthese steps to linkanew remote controller: 1. Turn on the remote controllerand connectto the mobile device. Launch the DJI GO app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera" and tap on**~~.till** 

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

# Camera and Gimbal

The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 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 devicevia the DJI GOapp. 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 64GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card is recommended due to theirfast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data.



# 0 Do not remove the Micro-SO cardfrom 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 andvideostoyour computer.



# & The aircraft must be turned on beforeattempting to accessthe files onthe Micro-SO 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 GO app. For more information about howto use these buttons, refer to "Controlling the Camera Page 24". Camera LED Indicator Camera LED Indicator lights up after the flight battery is powered on. It provides information on the working status ofthe camera.



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The 3-axis gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear, stable images and video. The gimbal can tiltthe camera within a 120· range.

Usethe gimbal dial on the remote controllerto control thetilt movementofthe camera.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual
Gimbal Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera settings page ofthe DJI GO app. Note that your mobile device must be connected tothe remote controllerforchangestotake effect. Refertothe table belowfor details:

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# = Follow Mode The angle between gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constant atall times.
FPVMode The gimbal will synchronize with the movementofthe aircraftto provide a first-person perspectiveflying experience. 

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

gimbal will recoverfull functionality after it dries.


### 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 

## <Dthrough the hole ofthe vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part

## ®,then lock them together as shown®. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonallyfrom eachother is recommended.

# DJI 

# Oapp
This section introduces the four main functions of the DJI GO app.

# DJI GO app The DJI GO 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 best experience.

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### :The text nextto this icon indicatesthe currentflight mode. Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allowyou to modifyflight limits and setthe gain values. 

## ;\j: The aircraft is set to "Beginner Mode" by default. The aircraft cannot fly 30 meters (98 feet) higher and beyond the recorded Home Point under beginner mode. Disable this mode in the MODE setting page. [2] GPS Signal Strength**~** o11ll : 

### 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 IOCsetting. [4] System Status 

# &11.11:This icon indicates the current aircraftsystem status and GPS signal strength. [5] Battery Level Indicator**~** 

### : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carry out differentfunctions. [6] Remote ControllerSignal**~~** ,1 

### 111: This icon showsthe strength of remote controller's signal. [7) 

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### This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8) Battery Level 

## fJ\1 00%: 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 setflight parameters, reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight route display. [1O) 

### Camera Operation Bar Shutter and Recording Settings 

### l!'<t :Tapto entervarious camera value settings, including color space forthe recording, resolution ofthe videos, image size and so on.Phantom3 Professional User Manual Shutter
• :Tapthis button to take asingle photo. Press and hold this button to select single shot, triple shot ortime-lapsed shooting modes. 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 same functionality. Playback 

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

## ~--~: Tap to set ISO, shutterand auto exposurevalues ofthe camera.**[11)M~** Displaythe flight path ofthe currentflight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[12) Vision Positioning

### ~:This icon showsthe distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. [13) FlightTelemetry

The Vision Positioning Status icon is highlighted when the Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated bythe flight attitude icon. (1) The red arrowshows which directionthe aircraft isfacing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. (3) The angle ofthe boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicatesthe roll angle.
[14) Dynamic Home Point
• : Press this button to enable the dynamic home point feature, the home point then will be reset to position ofthe mobile device. [15] Return to Home (RTH) 

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# «:»:Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the mobile data service is available on the mobile device. [18) Back**~** 

### :Tapto return to the main GUI.

Director is an automatic video editor built intothe DJI GO 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 automaticallycombined to create ashortfilm that can be shared immediately.

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

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

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

# Flight
Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended thatyou usethe flight simulator inthe DJI GO 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 10 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 radiotransmission 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, asthe performance ofthe battery and aircraft may be affected. <iS' 

### 6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within 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 Maximumflight altitude and radius limits may be changed inthe DJI GO app. Be awarethatthe maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3 Professional will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below:

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Flightdistance must be within the max radius. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual



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

# & 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 dividedintoAirports and Restricted Areas. Airports include majorairports and flying fieldswhere manned aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive institute. The details ofthe No-FlyZones are explained asfollow: Airport (1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised ofTake-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each zonefeatures circles ofvarious sizes. (2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is aTakeoff restricted zone, inside ofwhich take off is prevented. (3) From R1 mile to R1 

### + 1mile 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 R1

### +1mile (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-FlyZones, awarning messagewill appear on the DJI GO app.Phantom3 Professional User Manual



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### ;::r (2) Rmiles around the designated restriction area is aTake-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off within this zone. The value of Rvaries based on the definition ofthe restricted areas. (3) A "waming zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.062 miles (100m) ofthis zone, awaming messagewill appearon the DJI GO app.

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### Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI GO app Prompt Status Indicator Motorswill not start. 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 ano-flyzone. switched to P-mode, the aircraft will automaticallydescend, land, Automatic landing has begun. and stop its motors. R1: Warning: You are in a 

## :\J'l)······ Ifthe aircraft entersthe restricted restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing Restricted- area in A-mode, but is switched safe altitude. altitudeflight to P-mode, itwill descend to an R2: Warning: You are in a restricted zone. Maximumflight zone appropriate altitude and hover 

# • 15feet belowthe altitude limit. altitude is restricted to between 20m and 500m. Flycautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a there will be awarning

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## Eel Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descentand landing process. Motorswill stop automaticallyafter landing. 

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

city centers, orothersensitive areas. Flythe aircraftonlywithin your line ofsight. ::!] <0"**~**Phantom 3 Professional User Manual



### 1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device arefully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 4. Gimbal isfunctioning normally. 5. Motors can startand are functioning normally. 6. The DJI GO 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 orflight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal 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 notcalibrate 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. Ifyou 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 app and select "Calibrate", then followthe on-screen instructions. 2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display asolid

green light.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

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

axis. Recalibrate the compass ifthe Aircraft Status Indicatorglows solid red.



# & If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircraftto adifferent location and tryagain.**~\,):** 

### Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the OJI GO app and follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such as ametal bridge, cars, scaffolding.
When to Recalibrate 1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicatoris blinking green and yellow. 2.Whenflying in a new location or in alocationthat is differentfrom the most recentflight. 3.Whenthe mechanical orphysical structure ofthe Phantom 3 Professional has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs inflight, i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does notfly in straight line.

AutoTakeoff Use auto takeoff only ifthe Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps belowto usethe autotakeofffeature: 1. Launch the DJI GO app, and enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensurethe aircraft is in P- mode. 3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 4. Tap".!,", and confirm that conditions are safeforflight. Slidethe iconto confirm andtakeoff. 5. Aircrafttakes off and hovers at (1.2 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 usingthe Auto Take-offfeature.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

### Auto-Landing Use auto-landing only ifthe Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use the auto-landing feature: 1. Ensurethe 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.



### Stopping the Motors There aretwo methods to stop the motors. Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle downCD, then conduct the same CSC thatwas used to startthe motors, as described above®. Motorswill 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 afterthree seconds. 

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### Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat areawith the battery level indicatorsfacing towards you. 2. Turn on the remote controllerandyour mobile device, then turn onthe Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the OJI GO app and enterthe Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe

tofly. Iftheyflash yellow, the Horne Point has not been recorded. 5. Push thethrottle up slowlyto take offor useAutoTakeoff. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI GO app. 7. To land, hoveroveralevel surface and gently pull down on the throttleto descend. 8. After landing, executethe CSC command or hold thethrottle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 9. Turn offthe Intelligent Flight Batteryfirst, then the Remote Controller.Phantom3 Professional User Manual 

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

rapidly during flight. • Watch ourvideo tutorialsfor more flight information.


### Video Suggestions and lips 1. 

### Gothrough the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 2. Selectthe desired gimbal operation mode inthe DJI GO app. 3. Onlyshootvideowhen flying in P-rnode. 4. Always fly in good weatherand avoid flying in rain or heavywind. 5. Choosethe camerasettingsthatsuityourneeds. Settings include photoformatand exposureoornpensation. 6. Performflighttests to establish flight routesand preview scenes. 7. Pushthe control sticks gentlyto keep the aircraft's

### movementsmooth and stable.

# FAQ

# Troubleshooting (FAQ)
What is thedifference 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 1080p60. Both models shoot 12 megapixel photos. The other main difference is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 57-watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 100-watt charger, the latter of which allows for shorter charging times.
Can I remove the camera and attach my own? No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached. Attempting to remove, replace, or modify the camera may damage the product and will void your warranty.
Can I charge my Remote Controllerand Intelligent Flight Battery at the same time? 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. 0
What are the buttons on the backof my Remote Controller for? The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you choose through the DJI GO app. Refer to the manual for more information.
Howfarcan Ifly my Phantom 3? The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 series can reach distances of upto 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) awayfrom the pilot.
What app should I usewith my Phantom 3? The Phantom 3 is compatible with the DJI GO app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the DJI Inspire. The appwill detectwhich aircraft is connected and automatically adjustaccordingly.
Which mobile devices arecompatible with theapp? The DJI GO app is only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or laterorAndroid 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, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, NubiaZ7 mini Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues.

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Howdo I usethe Director automatic video editor? Director is an automatic video editor built into the OJI GO 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 a short film that can be shared immediately.
Howdo Ichange the control mode of my Phantom 3? By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the movement of the aircraft and the left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the DJI GO app. This is only recommended for advanced users.
Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controllerwith the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates at5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz.
Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Batterywith the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2V. 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 Controller separately? No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller that is already linked 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 does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controller do? This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you totoggle differentflight modes: P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both. In A-mode, or Attitude mode, the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the barometer is used for stabilization. The aircraft can still return to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS signal is available. F-mode, or Function mode, activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC section in the Appendix of the User Manual. By default, only P-mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other modes.Phantom3 Professional User Manual
What is the Phantom 3flight time? 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 tirne when fully charged.
How can I restore a video file ifthe power is turned off during 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 approximately30 seconds as the video file is restored.
How can Iensure that my pictures and videos will be synchronized to my lOS album? You may need to adjustthe settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, selectthe Privacy tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the DJI GO app icon. If the GO app has not been granted access to your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized.
What should I do 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 is the 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 mobile device holder 

### be used on the Phantom 2series Remote Controller? No, it cannot.
Howto safely operate the aircraft when 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 GOappwill display one ofthe following messages: • Compass error, calibration required

This warning message indicatesthe aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended to poweroffthe aircraft and re-calibrate the compass ata 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 aircraft to 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 mitigate the drifts. The aircraft will switch backto P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed.
How to troubleshoot aircraft Initialization error? If you observethe following symptoms, it indicates the aircraft hasfailed to initialized: • The aircraft status indicator display flashing red, yellow and green. Even the aircraft is stationed on the

flat surface. • The System Status Bar in the app prompts "Initialization Error". • No resistance drive if felt on the gimbal.Phantom 3 Professional User Manual

Various factors contribute tothe aircraft initialization error, try resolve the issue by following the SU!JQElstjc)ns listed below:
• Sensor performance degraded. This may be due to the excessive bias detected from the IMU

compass reading is interfered. Try restarting and calibrating the IMU and compass to resolve this • Sensor is defective. If the sensors remains unchanged at all time and the problem persist even

aircraft is restarted, it indicates the sensor is not working normally. Users should return the aircraft to DJI for repairing.
• Minor vibration is detected during aircraft initialization. Put the aircraft on the flat surface, power on

aircraft and ensure the aircraft is stationed for more than 5 seconds to resolve the issue. • Serious vibration is detected during aircraft initialization. This instance generally occurs when the

is being initialization on the violent moving surface, for instance, ships that are on the rough sea. Do attemptto power on the aircraft in this scenario.

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Still Photography Modes Single shot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapsePhantom3 Professional User

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### Intelligent Flight mode includes Course Lock, Home Lock, Point of Interest (POl), Follow Me and Waypoints features to assist users to create professional shoots during the flight. Course Lock and Home Point lock helps to lock the orientation of aircraft so that the user can focus more on other operations. Point of Interest, Follow Me and Waypoints mode enable aircraft to fly automatically according to the pre-setflight maneuvers.

Follow Me A virtual tether is created between the aircraft and the mobile device so that the aircraft can trackyourmovementas you 

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Enable Multiple Flight Mode by launching the OJI GO app > 

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### Mulitple Right Mode before using the Intelligent Flight Mode forthe first time.Phantom3 Professional User Manual

FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) 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 operate the equipment. Compliance Information FCC Warning Message Any changes or modifications notexpresslyapproved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authorityto operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condttions: (1) 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 ofthe FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference byone or rnore ofthe following measures: -Reorientor relocatethe receiving antenna. -Increasethe separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connectthe equipment into an outlet on acircuit differentfrom thatto which the receiver is connected. -Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio/TVtechnicianforhelp. IC RSS warning This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device rnust accept any interference, including interferencethat rnay cause undesired operation ofthe device. Le present areil est conforrne aux CNR d'lndustrieCanada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisee auxdeux conditions suivantes: (1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi,**rn~rne** si le brouillage est 

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