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U.S. Department of Transportation 

Docket Operations, M-3 0 

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE 

Room W12-140, West Building Ground Floor 

Washington, DC 20590-000 1 

F/.AMINI/0 AIR 

262 Wilmer Avenue 

Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 

(513)321-7465 • r'\ 

October 8, 2015 

Re: Petition of Flamingo Air for an Exemption Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization 

and Reform Act of 2012 to Operate an Unmanned Aircraft System 

Dear Sir or Madam: 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, 

Flamingo Air, hereby applies for an exemption from the Federal Aviation Regulations identified below to 

allow for the commercial operation of the DJI PHANTOM with the NAZA-M V2 Flight Control System, 

manufactured by DJI Innovations ("The PHANTOM"). 

I. REGULATIONS FOR WHICH EXEMPTION IS REQUIESTED 

Flamingo Air, requests exemption from the following regulations: 

• 14 C.F.RPart21, Subpart H; 

• 14 C.F.R Part 27; 

• 14 C.F.R § 45.23(b); 

• 14 C.F.R. § 45.27(a); 

• 14C.F.R § 61.113; 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.7(a); 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.9(b) (2); 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.9(c); 

• 14C.F.R~91.103; 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.109(a); 

• 14C.F.R~91.119; 

• 14C.F.R~91.J21; 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.151(a)&(b) 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.203 (a) &(b); 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.405(a); 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.407(a)(l); 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.409(a)(2); 

• 14 C.F.R § 91.417(a)& (b) . 

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This petition incorporates the material contained in the DJI PHANTOM User Manual and the V2 Flight 

Control System User Manual, (together, the "Manuals"). 

II. STATUTORY AUTHORITY FOR REQUESTED EXEMPTIONS 

This petition for exemption is submitted in accordance with Section 333 of the Reform Act. Congress 

has directed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) "to safely accelerate the integration of civil 

unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system." Pursuant to Section 333 of the Reform 

Act, the FAA Administrator is to permit operation of an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) where it does 

not create a hazard to users of the National Airspace System (NAS) or the public or pose a threat to 

national security based on the following considerations: 

• The size, weight, speed and operational capability; 

• Operation in proximity to airports and populated areas; and 

• Operation within visual line of sight of the operator. 

Furthermore, the Federal Aviation Act grants the FAA Administrator general authority to grant 

exemptions from the agency's safety regulations and minimum standards when the Administrator 

decides a requested exemption is in the public interest. See 49 U.S.C. §~ 106(1)), 44701-44716, et seq. A 

party requesting an exemption must explain the reasons why the exemption: (1) would benefit the 

public as a whole, and (2) would not adversely affect safety or how it would provide a level of safety at 

least equal to the existing rules. 14 C.F.R. § 11.81. 

Ill. DESCRIPTION OF FLAMINGO AIR, AND ITS SERVICES 

Flamingo Air, along with its subsidiaries, Flamingo Flight Academy and Airline Ground Schools, is <Q>~bliCl 

entity that provides, among other things, education and training for unmanned aerial vehicles to users 

ranging from recreational user to public entities. Flamingo Air's main priority is to promote safety in 

the national airspace. Our courses train recreational users and emergency services personnel about 

how to obey the FAA regulations, how to join the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), how to 

operate a drone, and how to be sure that all safety standards are being met. Flamingo Air partners with 

public entities to ensure they follow FAA regulations to obtain permission to utilize PHANTOM 3 quadcopter during the course of their operations and then to also provide them with training to ensure safe 

use while minimizing risk to persons and property. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, 

and serves customers globally through its campus's in Cincinnati, Miami and Dubai. 

Currently, Flamingo Air's UAS training courses utilizes DJI product lines with particular focus on the DJI 

Phantom 3 Professional. 

Flamingo Air's main focus is to make sure that new drone operators are being safe and understand the 

FAA laws and safety regulations. Additionally, demonstrate Operational Control of their UAS platform. 

Currently, in most regions, aspiring drone operators have little or no options on how to learn to fly 

UAS's. Our training courses are conducted from an FAA accredited Part 61 and Part 65 flight/dispatch 

school at an affordable price for new drone operators. This training will address all safety issues 

identified in the aerospace industry. We need the 333 Exemption so that we can continue to educate 
drone operators on how to be safe. The FAA tells all operators to be trained, but most new drone 

operators cannot find a location to be trained. Flamingo Air fixes this. We will conduct our training to 

meet FAA standards and in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations. These courses can be 

modified to meet FAA inputs or updates to cover additional topics that the FAA deems important. We 

need to make it less easy for drone operators to "play dumb" and offer reasonable training courses. 

Flamingo Air's curriculum is based on a stages comprised of varying training segments. Students are 

expected to take an Introduction (Levell) course which comprises of a THREE (3) hour lecture, before 

ever flying their drone. Then, the students go home to practice and complete our "homework" where 

they gradually build up their proficiency on the drone platform and drone capabilities. The student then 

comes back for Beginner (Level 2) training. This is a TWO (2) hour lecture course followed by a handson lab. The primary learning objective is focused on setting different flight modes with the drone. This 

process continues until they demonstrate operational control. Each course provides detailed 

information about Pre-flight Planning, Emergency Procedures, Safety, and the current Regulations. 

Students will log all of their flight time in their personal logbook. Students must also demonstrate the 

appropriate level of proficiency before advancing to the next course. 

We look to set a standard to ensure that every drone operators has the same level of knowledge, 

training, and understanding for the FAA airspace environment. 

At present, Flamingo Air has FOUR (4) Executive Officers. The contact information for the petitioner, 

Flamingo Air is as follows: 

David MacDonald 

President 

Flamingo Air 

262 Wilmer Ave. 

Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 

(513) 321-7465 

thecaptain@flamingoair.net 

Sharon McGee 

Academy President 

Flamingo Air 

262 Wilmer Ave. 

Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 

(513) 321-7465 

smcgee@flamingoair.net 

Dean Toth 

Chief Pilot 

Flamingo Air 

262 Wilmer Ave. 

Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 

(513) 321-7465 

deantoth@flamingoair.net 
Marty Partin 

Register 

Flamingo Air 

262 Wilmer Ave. 

Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 

(513) 321-7465 

cmpartin@flamingoair.net 

IV. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED OPERATIONS 

Flamingo Air, is requesting exemptions from applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) pursuant to 

Section 333 of the Reform Act to perform new user UAS training to persons or organizations that 

employ the DJI series quad-copter. Flamingo Air's training sessions are provided to ensure (l)public and 

worker safety; (2) safe, new methods to effectively employ DJI quad-copters; and (3) ensure operators 

employing DJI quad-copters are fully aware of all FAA governing regulations and maintain operational 

control. The exemption will enhance safety by reducing risk to the operator, the general public and 

property owners from the substantial hazards associated with new drone operators. 

Currently, there have been numerous reporting's of incidents involving small unmanned aerial systems 

(UAS). These have created considerable anxiety for local public communities and the FAA in general. 

Flamingo Air will use the latest information leveraging its skills resources and the FAA's website 

www.knowbeforeyoufly.com to make sure that UAS operators are aware of all safety controls and FAA 

regulations. 

Flamingo Air recognizes the enormous potential of UAS but also recognizes the need for due diligence 

and responsibility on the part of the persons that will fly the UAS safely in the National Airspace 

System(NAS) with respect to manned aircraft. Flamingo Air will assist with the integration of UAS into 

the NAS by educating and training operators on this new technology. Flamingo Air is seeking this 

exemption to ensure that users ranging from recreational to public entities have a reasonable option for 

receiving training on a UAS/Drone platform. 

Flamingo Air's classes are taught in a step-by-step progression where the user has indoor instruction 

accompanied by outdoor flight training labs. It is based on a hybrid civilian and military model of 

classroom instruction, trainer demonstration, and user hands on performance. Understanding and 

proficiency is determined by knowledge and proficiency testing. 

Instruction includes the following: 

• FAA regulations. 

• Limitations and restrictions of where and when users can fly. 

• Pre-flight planning. 

• Basic weather. 

• Liability of flying irresponsibly. 

• Pre, during, and post flight check lists. 

• Benefits of Academy of Model Aeronautics membership. 

• Details user types to include commercial, public, and recreational. 

• Provides information on no fly zones and how to identify them. 
• Review of knowbeforeyoufly.com. 

The training sessions will take place in various locations throughout the United States. The sites are 

publically owned and are reserved to accommodate UAS training. The training sites are located in small 

parks and training takes place over terrain free of any persons or property. Training is conducted at 

TWO HUNDRED feet (200ft) Above Ground Level (AGL) or below. Beginner ( Levell) training limits the 

UAS height to 100 feet. Level II training limits flight heights to 200 feet. The three sites will focus on UAS 

flight training that trains operator agility and control of the aircraft. The satellite imagery of each site 

included below confirms that absence of buildings while security at the site during training will include a 

clearly marked off training area. See figure 1. 

Site 'Name Location Type of Operation 

1 Cincinnati Silent Flyer City -Winton New User UAS 

Field County -Hamilton Training 

State -Ohio 

2 Rakestraw Memorial City -Cincinnati New User UAS 

Field County .Hamilton Training 

State -Ohio 

3 Colerain Park City -Cincinnati New User UAS 

County. Hamilton Training 

State -Ohio 

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Flamingo Air, will operate the DJI PHANTOM with the Naza-M V2 Flight Control System, manufactured 

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maximum flight time of TWENTY-FIVE (25} minutes. The vehicle weighs approximately 2.75 pounds with 

a maximum takeoff weight of approximately 2.75 pounds. It has fixed landing gear, vibration dampers, 

small frame air incline and minimalized gimbal mount, which allows for a 110 degree field of view 

camera. Although the vehicle's ground speed has a maximum of 25 mph, it will be operated between 2 

and 5 miles per hour, and it will operate at or below 200 feet AGL. 

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The UAV/UAS/UA which Flamingo Air, The petitioner, will be operating is the DJI Phantom 3 

Professional, referred hereafter as Phantom. The inherent safety features, sophistication, 

programmability, GPS navigation, return home capability, airport vicinity no-fly feature and restricted 

altitude feature, as well as differentiating radio frequency (H) for aircraft controller/receiver and for the 

camera make this a much safer UAS for the purposes of this petition. This is a hobby grade radio 

controlled UAS that has the capacity for software upgrades. It is light, less than 3 pounds including 

battery and camera. Incorporated into the programming of the Phantom is an automatic return home 

feature that automatically directs the aircraft back to point of take-off should communication with the 
transmitter be compromised. The Phantom has a cruising speed of 15 knots, with a maximum speed of 

25 knots. Maximum flight time is 25 minutes. Gross weight is 2.75 pounds. 

The Phantom has an additional communication link between the camera and aircraft on a different RF 

for a smart phone connection. Allowing the Operator or Pilot in Command (PIC) to monitor battery 

level, altitude (AGL), and distance from PIC, camera imagery, and control camera angle. The software for 

the Phantom allows the operator or PIC to set maximum altitude AGL for each flight, allowing 

customization of flights to no higher than 100 feet, 150 feet, or 250 feet AGL as an examples. The 400 

foot maximum AGL is programmed into the UAS's software preflight to insure compliance with FAA 

standards. Adding to the safety capabilities of this UAS. This UAS is programmed to remain in position 

(stop all motion) when controls are released. Maintaining altitude and GPS location. 

The Phantom has an altitude and radar monitoring function that allows the operator more precise 

determination of height, direction of flight and distance from the operator PIC. The operator or 

PIC can monitor GPS lock status while UAS is in flight, with the ability to anticipate loss of 

GPS locking so the operator or PIC can land the UAV as a precaution. 

The DJI Phantom 3- 2.4 ghz transmitter/controller/receiver RF for managing flight with a 5.8 ghz RF 

transmitter/receiver for video/photography functions eliminates the RF conflict, and is should be 

considered adequate for public and NAS safety. Considering the programmability and safety features of 

this UAS (Phantom 3), it serves as the best option to protect the Public and NAS for the purposes of this 

petition. 

Similarities, Distinctions and Differences 

Though the petition of Astraeus Aerial (FAA-2014-0352), referred hereafter as the Astraeus Petition and 

or Petitioner Astraeus, has numerous similarities to that of Flamingo Air, there are some distinct and 

substantial differences. Like the Astraeus Petition, the Flamingo Air is for UAS operation without 

operator, passengers nor property on board. Considering that the Phantom UAS is a sophisticated hobby 

grade quad-copter with gross weight less than 3 pounds Petitioner Flamingo Air requests waiver or 

exemption for a private pilot certificate. Aerial basic training operations for this petition provide service 

for those that are new to the remote control model aircraft genre. 

Flamingo Air is using a UAS that has the capability for taking off and landing at a single point, identical to 

a helicopter. There are no runways, aided take off apparatuses, nor routes that need to be flown to 

areas being aerial video recorded or photographed. Allowing a reduced and more confined area of flight. 

The Astraeus Petition is for movie sets involving a significant number of people, non-aerial equipment, 

moving or action sequences, and a potentially broad geographical area where individuals and 

equipment may be in motion. Requiring extensive observation, awareness, coordination and safety 

precautions. The Flamingo Air petition is for the basic training of new Phantom owners that are 

confined to a designated flight area and restricted to a defined training area and training altitude. The 

stationary setting of objects poses a significantly lower risks for safety, allowing the Operator or Pilot in 

Command (PIC) to focus primarily on the student and the aircraft. With the movie action scenes, 

numerous takes may require repeated flights, whereas a stationary object would in most cases require a 

single flight. 
DJI Innovations continues to improve its' products to ensure safe flying near airports. Refer to: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoXAMRQoiAA. 

Training sites will be clearly marked and identified (see Figure 4). Signs will be posted cautioning anyone 

within vicinity to remain back a minimum of 100 feet (see Figure 5). Observer(s) to assist and 

warn/advise the PIC will be utilized in situations where spectators may be within 100 feet of the flight 

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The single UAS utilized in this petition is a hobby grade quad-copter that does not require an airman 

certificate for non-commercial flight involving less restrictive less regulated flight. Petitioner requests 

waiver or exemption from an airman certificate since this is a sophisticated hobby grade UAS weighing 

less than three pounds and being flown in a defined and marked area. Additional waiver or exemption 

for formal health requirements placed on the Operator or PIC is requested as the PIC is an FAA Certified 

Flight Instructor that is medically qualified FAA Second Class Medical in accordance with FAA 

regulations. Petitioner is an AMA member. UAS flight competency can be verified/obtained through 

AMA standards and procedures. 

The motors, rotors, propellers, body/frame, landing pads, etc. for the UAV utilized in this petition are 

not complicated. Engineering and design allows layman maintenance. Recording part replacement for 

this UAS may prove redundant due to the simplicity of the aircraft. Therefore, Petitioner requests waiver 

or exemption for maintenance records. However, pre-flight inspection for cracks, damage or other 

physical conditions that could hamper safe flight is a reasonable expectation. As well as post flight 

inspection that may aid in identifying flight conditions that may cause stress to propellers, landing gear, 

etc. Thorough inspection of UAV shall be conducted and flight response tested should a hard landing or 

crash occur insuring that the UAV can operate in a safe manner before conducting any further training. 

Like the Astraeus Petition, Petitioner Flamingo Air requests waiver or exemption for markings due to the 

small size of the fuselage for the Phantom 3 Professional. 

Petitioner Flamingo Air requests modification, waiver or exemption and clarification (within reason) 

concerning section 91.119 prohibition of flight in congested areas. Petitioner Flamingo Air requests 

waiver for this condition to allow reasonable and responsible flight training in congested areas of 

subdivisions and neighborhoods. 

In compliance with Section 90.151 (a) the Phantom is a battery operated UAV/UAS with battery level 

monitoring capability. Fully charged battery flight time is rated at 25 minutes, with videos/photos taking 

much less time to record. Operator or PIC is warned when battery level is low. 
Petitioner Flamingo Air requests waiver/exemption from Section 91.203 (a) since the Phantom is a 

hobby grade UAV/UAS that should not require an airworthiness certificate nor a registration certificate. 

Posting of special flight authorization would not be possible since the Phantom has no cabin and is not 

large enough to carry a certificate. However, a special flight authorization can be maintained by the 

operator to make available upon request. 

B. Flamingo Air, Proposed Operations Demonstrate an Equivalent Level of Safety 

1. General Description of Proposed Flight Operations 

Flamingo Air, proposes to operate only on the listed Sites and within the limitations and performance 

specifications listed in the Manuals, which are summarized below. These limitations provide for at least 

an equivalent, or higher, level of safety for operations under the current regulatory structure because 

the proposed operations represent a safety enhancement to the protocols. 

The proposed operations do not create any hazard to users of the national airspace system or pose a 

threat to national security. The aircraft is a battery operated quad-copter with a maximum flight time of 

25 minutes. The vehicle weighs approximately 2.75 pounds. It has vibration dampers and small frame air 

incline. The vehicle's ground speed has a maximum of 25 mph but it will be operated between 2 and 5 

miles per hour, and it will operate at or below 200 feet AGL. 

Manned aircraft are at risk of fuel spillage and fire in the event of an incident or accident. The 

PHANTOM carries no fuel, and therefore the risk of fife following an incident or accident due to fuel 

spillage is eliminated. Compared to manned aircraft, the unmanned aircraft being operated by the 

petitioner reduces the risk to participating persons in close proximity to the aircraft due to the limited 

size, weight, operating conditions, and design safety features of the PHANTOM. 

Flamingo Air, operations will be in remote areas at least 5 miles from any airport and away from 

population centers, as demonstrated by Figure 1 (Training Sites). The PHANTOM will be operated only 

on the sites, which are listed. 

The FAA has determined that the risk of not having an electronic means to monitor and communicate 

with other aircraft, such as transponders or sense and avoid technology, is mitigated by placing limits on 

altitude, requiring stand-off distance from clouds, permitting daytime operations only, and requiring 

that the aircraft be operated within visual line of sight and yield right of way to all other manned 

operations. Additionally, the operator will request a NOT AM prior to operations to alert other users of 

the NAS. See Exemption No. 11062, Docket No. FAA 2014-0352, at p.13. 

The petitioner's aircraft has the capability to operate safely after experiencing certain in- flight failures, 

as specified above in the description of the V2 Flight Control System. The aircraft is also able to respond 

to a lost-link event with a pre-coordinated, predictable, automated flight maneuver. 

2. Specific Limitations on Proposed Flight Operations 

Given the small size involved, the restricted environment within which they will operate, the procedures 

listed below, and operator certification requirements, Flamingo Air, proposed operations using the 
PHANTOM would "not create a hazard to users of the national airspace system or the public or pose a 

threat to national security." Reform Act Section 333(b)(l). 

1. The aircraft is approximately 2.75 pounds. 

2. The aircraft will be identified by serial number, registered with the FAA, and 

have identification (N-Number) markings as large as practicable. 

3. Flights will be operated within visual line of sight of the Operator or Pilot in 

Command (PIC). 

4. Prior to each flight, a zero altitude initiation point will be established and 

confirmed for accuracy by PIC. 

5. Maximum flight time for each operational flight will be TWENTY-THREE (23) 

minutes. 

6. The aircraft will be safely landed with no less than the greater of (a) TWENTY 

percent (20%) battery life remaining or (b) FIVE (S)minutes of flight time 

remaining. 

7. The aircraft will be operated during daylight and in VFR conditions. 

8. Flights will not exceed 200 feet AGL, so as to basic flight training. 

9. Flights will be operated at a lateral distance of at least FIFTY (SO) feet from any 

persons or property not associated with the operation who have not given prior 

permission. 

10. Flights will be limited to a groundspeed of FIVE (S) miles per hour. 

11. Minimum crew for each flight will consist of a PIC and an Observer. 

12. The PIC will possess at least a private pilot certificate, a third class medical 

certificate, or have held a US Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 15W 

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operator, USMC MOS 7314/7316 -- Unmanned Aerial 

Vehicle (UAV) Air Vehicle Operator, and/or I SOU Tactical Unmanned Aerial 

Systems (TUAS) Operations Technician, Navy MOS NEC 8362, NEC 8363, NEC 

8364, NEC 8366, NEC 8367, and NEC 8368. Pilots with this training are 

considered trained and currently fly throughout the United States for the United 

States military. Pilots with military training will be required to hold a security 

clearance. Having a government furnished security clearance ameliorates 

security concerns over civil UAS operations conducted in accordance with 

Section 333. Any designee from Flamingo Air, will have completed a Factory 

Certified Basic Operator Course for the PHANTOM. 

13. Prior to the flight, a Mission Plan will be created setting forth the limitations for 

the flight as well as contact information for the PIC. 

14. The flight operations will yield the right of way to other manned aircraft 

operations. 

15. All persons who are not involved with training class will be required to stay 25 

feet from the edge of the training perimeter. 

16. The aircraft will only operate within the listed sites. 

17. Flamingo Air will provide NOT AM details to the FAA 24 hours prior to each 

flight. 

18. All required permissions and permits will be obtained from territory, state, 

county or city jurisdictions prior to flight. 
19. Prior to commencing operations, Flamingo Air will obtain a Certificate of Waiver 

or Authorization (COA) from the FAA. 

20. If the aircraft loses communications, it will have the capability to return to a predetermined location within the operational area and land. 

21. If the aircraft loses its GPS signal it will have the capability of being flown 

manually to a predetermined location within the operational area and land. 

22. The flight will be aborted in case of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies. 

23. Each flight will be recorded in an Operations Log Book. 

24. Maintenance on the aircraft will be recorded in a Maintenance Log Book. 

3. Flight Recovery, Lost Communications, and Lost GPS Procedures 

The flight recovery, lost communications, and lost GPS procedures are documented above, and are more 

fully documented in the attached NAZA-M V2 Quick Start Guide (See Attachment 5). 

4. Proposed Flight Areas 

Flamingo Air is requesting to operate in the various sites listed in their site chart. 

V. SPECIFIC FAR EXEMPTIONS REQUESTED 

Flamingo Air seeks an exemption from several interrelated provisions of 14 C.F.R. Parts 21, 45, 61, and 

91 for purposes of conducting the requested operations using the PHANTOM. Listed below are (1) the 

specific FAR sections for which exemption is sought, and (2) the operating procedures and safeguards 

that Flamingo Air has established which will ensure a level of safety better than or equal to the rules 

from which exemption is sought. Sec 14 C.F.R. § 11.81 (e). 

A. 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H -Airworthiness Certificates and 14 C.F.R. § 91.203(a)(1) 

The FAA has stated that no exemption is needed from this section if a finding is made under the Reform 

Act that the UAS selected provides an equivalent level of safety when compared to aircraft normally 

used for the same application. These criteria are met, and therefore no exemption is needed. See Grant 

of Exemption to Astraeus Aerial, Docket No. FAA 2014-0352 at 13-14, 22. If, however, the FAA 

determines that there are some characteristics of the PI-IANTOM that fail to meet the requirements of 

the Reform Act, an exemption is requested. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: The PHANTOM is safe when taking into account its size, weight, speed, and 

operational capability. The PHANTOM weighs approximately 2.75 pounds and will be flown at speeds 

less than 5 miles per hour, in visual line of sight of the operator, and in remote and unpopulated 

airspace, specifically on the sites. The PHANTOM does not carry pilots, passengers, explosive materials, 

or flammable liquid fuels. The PHANTOM will be operated within the parameters of the Manuals. 

Flamingo Air will also provide the FAA with advance notice of all operations via NOT AM and 

coordination with the local FSDO. The proposed operations will be at least as safe as, or safer than, 
conventional rotorcraft operating with an airworthiness certificate without the restrictions and 

conditions proposed here. The proposed operations will also be as safe, or safer than, traditional power 

line monitoring and/or wind turbine inspection methods. 

B. 14 C.F.R. Part 27 Airworthiness Standards: Normal Category Rotorcraft 

14 C.F.R. Part 27 sets forth the procedural requirements for airworthiness certification of normal 

category rotorcraft. To the extent the PHANTOM would otherwise require certification under Part 27, 

Flamingo Air, seeks all exemption from Part 27's airworthiness standards for the same reasons 

identified in the request for exemption from 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. 

C. 14 C.F.R. §- 45.23(b), 45.27(a) and 91.9(c): Aircraft Marking and Identification 

Requirements 

14 C.F.R. §45.23{b), Markings of the Aircraft states: 

When marks include only the Roman capital letter "N" and the registration number is displayed on 

limited, restricted or light-sport category aircraft or experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, 

the operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, 

in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 inches high, the words "limited," "restricted," "lightsport, "experimental," or "provisional," as applicable. 

14 C.F.R. § 45.27(a) states: 

Rotorcraft: Each operator of a rotorcraft must display on that rotorcraft horizontally on both surfaces of 

the cabin, fuselage, boom, or tail the marks required by § 45.23. 

14 C.F.R. § 9 1.9(c) states: 

No person may operate a U.S.-registered civil aircraft unless that aircraft is identified in accordance with 

part 45 of this chapter. 

In a previous Grant of Exemption, the FAA determined that exemption from these requirements was 

warranted provided that the aircraft "have identification (N-Number) markings in accordance with 14 

CFR part 45, Subpart C if the markings are lias large as practicable." See Exemption No. 11062, Docket 

No. FAA 2014-0352, at p. 14. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: Flamingo Air will mark all PHANTOMs with their N-Number in a prominent 

spot on the fuselage with markings that arc as large as practicable. 

D. 14 C.F.R. § 61.113: Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations 

Flamingo Air seeks exemption from 14 CFR § 61.113, which restricts private pilots from flying aircraft for 

compensation or hire and would also require a second class medical certificate. The purpose of Part 61 
is to ensure that the skill and competency of any PIC matches the airspace in which the PIC will be 

operating, as well as requiring certifications if the pilot is carrying passengers or cargo for hire. 

While the PHANTOM will be operated as pall of a commercial operation, it carries neither passengers 

nor cargo. In the Grant of Exemption in FAA Docket No. FAA-2014-0352, the FAA determined that the 

unique characteristics of UAS operation outside of controlled airspace did not warrant the additional 

cost and restrictions attendant with requiring the PIC to have a commercial pilot certificate and a class II 

medical certificate. The FAA has also determined that the required knowledge for a commercial pilot 

covers the same fundamental principles as a private pilot. 

The PIC will possess at least a private pilot certificate, a third class medical certificate, or have held a US 

Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 15W Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operator, USMC MOS 

7314/7316 --Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Air Vehicle Operator, and/or I SOU Tactical unmanned 

Aerial Systems (TUAS) Operations Technician, Navy MOS 

NEC 8362, NEC 8363, NEC 8364, NEC 8366, NEC 8367, and NEC 8368 and will have completed a DJI 

Factory-Certified Basic Operator Course for the PHANTOM. This is a 3-day program that includes ground 

school and flight training. 

The FAA stated in its grant of an exception to Astraeus Aerial the "the FAA considers the overriding 

safety factor for the limited operations proposed by the petitioner to be the airmanship skills acquired 

through UAS-specific flight cycles, flight time, and specific make and model experience, culminating in 

verification through testing." See Exemption No. 11062, Docket No. FAA 2014-0352, at p. 18. The 

proposed operations can achieve an equivalent level of safety by requiring the knowledge and 

experience in PHANTOM operations described above. 

Furthermore, the security screening conducted by the Transportation Security Administration of 

certificated airmen satisfies the statutory requirement of Section 333 for operations to not pose a threat 

to national security. 

The restrictions Flamingo Air has placed on its PHANTOM operations meet or exceed the restrictions 

similarly imposed on Astraeus Aerial in FAA Docket No. FAA-2014-0352. Flamingo Air will operate in 

restricted areas (the sites) away from persons and property not involved in the operation. The aircraft 

will be flown based on VLOS at or below 400 feet AGL, so as to accommodate inspections of wind 

turbines on specified sites. A NOT AM will be issued at least 24 hours before the flight is to occur, and 

the flight will be coordinated with the applicable FSDO. 

E. 14 C.F.R. § 91.7(a): Civil Aircraft Airworthiness 

Flamingo Air seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R. § 91.7(a), which requires that a civil aircraft be in 

airworthy condition to be operated. The FAA has stated that no exemption is required to the extent that 

the requirements of Part 21 are waived or found inapplicable. Accordingly, Flamingo Air requests that 

the requirements for Section 91.7 be treated in accordance with FAR Part 21 Subpart H. See Grant of 

Exemption No. 11062, p. 19. 

F. 14 C.F.R. § 91.9(b)(2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft; 14 C.F.R. §- 91.203(a) and 

(b): Carrying Civil Aircraft Certification and Registration 
Pursuant to 14C.F.R. § 91.9(b)(2): 

(b}No person may operate a U.S.-registered civil aircraft-

(2)For which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is required by§ 21 .5 of this 

chapter, unless there is available in the aircraft a current approved Airplane or 

Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, markings, and placards, or any 

combination thereof. 

Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 91.203(a) and (b): 

(a)Except as provided in § 91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within it 

the following: 

(1) An appropriate and current airworthiness certificate. 

(b}No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by 

paragraph (a) ofthis section or a special flight authorization issued under§ 91.715 is displayed 

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

Flamingo Air does not request an exemption from this section but instead notifies the FAA that, in 

accordance with FAA Office of Chief Counsel's Opinion dated August 8,2014, the UAS flight manual, 

registration certificate and other documentation will be kept at the control station with the PIC during 

flight. The Chief Counsel's Office has held that for all UAS operations, this alternate method constitutes 

full compliance with the regulations. See also Grant of Exemption No. 11062, pp. 19-20, and Grant of 

Exemption No. 8607. 

G. 14 C.F.R. § 91.103: Preflight Action 

Flamingo Air seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R. § 91.103, which requires a PIC to become familiar with 

specific information before each flight, including information contained in the FAA-approved Flight 

Manual on board the aircraft. The aircraft will not have a Flight Manual on board. The PIC will take all 

actions including reviewing weather, flight battery requirements, landing and takeoff distances and 

aircraft performance data before initiation of flight. Under these circumstances, the FAA has stated that 

no exemption is required. See Grant of Exemption No. 11062, p. 20. An exemption is requested to the 

extent that an FAA-approved Flight Manual is required. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: An equivalent level of safety will be provided by following the Manuals. The 

PIC will take all required preflight actions- including performing all required checklists and reviewing 

weather, flight requirements, battery charge, landing and takeoff distance, aircraft performance data, 

and contingency landing areas- before initiation of flight. The Manuals will be kept at the ground station 

with the operator at all times. 

H. 14 C.F.R. § 91.109(a): Flight Instruction 

Flamingo Air seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R. § 91.109(a), which provides that "[n]o person may 

operate a civil aircraft (except a manned free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that 
aircraft has fully functioning dual controls." UASs and remotely operated aircraft, by their design, do not 

have functional dual controls. Instead, flight control is accomplished through the use of the A2 Flight 

Control System/Ground Control Station (GCS) that communicates with the aircraft via radio 

communications. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: When flight instruction is performed, no operator will be on the aircraft and 

the GCS will be a safe distance from the aircraft and the public, causing no safety hazard. Given the size 

and speed of the PHANTOM, an equivalent level of safe training can still be performed without dual 

controls because no pilot or passengers are aboard the aircraft, and all persons will be a safe distance 

away in the event that the aircraft experiences any difficulties during flight instruction. In addition, 

Flamingo Air will conduct flight training at a remote facility away from population centers. These training 

flights will be conducted on the sites and will otherwise comply with the provisions in the Manuals. 

Accordingly, Flamingo Air proposed method of operation provides superior levels of safety. 

I. 14 C.F.R. § 91.119(c): Minimum Safe Altitudes in Uncongested Areas 

Flamingo Air requests an exemption from the minimum safe altitude requirements of 14 C.F.R. § 

91.119(c). Section 91.119(c) prescribes that an aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any 

person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. The Manuals provide for operations away from congested 

populations areas on the sites. The FAA has already determined that relief from Section 91.119(c) is 

warranted for UAS operations in uncongested areas with similar flight restrictions as those imposed by 

Flamingo Air. See Grant of Exemption No. 11062, p. 20-21. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: Compared to flight operations with rotorcraft weighing far more than the 

maximum weights proposed herein, and given the lack of flammable fuel, any risk associated with these 

operations is far less than those that presently exist with conventional aircraft. An equivalent level of 

safety will be achieved given the size, weight, and speed of the PHANTOM, as well as the locations 

where it is operated -the sites. In order to avoid any risk to aircraft, flight operations will be restricted 

to 200 feet AGL or below. As set forth in the Manuals and herein, the PHANTOM will be operated in the 

remote sites, away from persons or structures not involved in the operation. All persons who are not 

involved with Flamingo Air operations will be required to be at least 25 feet from the training perimeter. 

J. 14 C.F.R. § 91.121: Altimeter Settings 

This petition seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R. § 91.121, which requires a person operating an aircraft 

to maintain cruising altitude or flight level by reference to an altimeter that is set to the elevation of the 

departure airport. The PHANTOM uses both barometric pressure sensors and GPS to determine altitude 

but does not have the ability to set in a current altimeter setting. An exemption is required to the extent 

that the PHANTOM does not have a barometric altimeter setting. The altitude of the aircraft is 

monitored by the PIC on the ground control station and by the visual observer. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: The FAA has stated that an equivalent level of safety can be achieved if the 

aircraft will be operated at or below 400 feet AGL and within visual line-of-sight in addition to GPS based 

altitude information relayed in real time to the operator. See Grant of Exemption No. 11062, p. 20-21. 
As the attached Manuals indicate, the PHANTOM will be operated at or below 400 feet AGL and 

complies with the limitations in the Grant of Exemption No. 11062. 

K. 14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a}: Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions 

Flamingo Air requests an exemption from 14 C.F.R. § 91.15 l(a)'s fuel requirements for flight in VFR 

conditions. Section 91.151 states: 

(a) No person may begin a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless (considering 

wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of 

intended Landing and, assuming normal cruising speed -

(1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 30 minutes; or 

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

Here, the technological limitations on PHANTOM battery power means that no meaningful flight 

operations can be conducted while still maintaining a 30 minute reserve. The aircraft is battery powered 

with a maximum flight time of 25 minutes. Flamingo Air proposes that the maximum flight time for each 

operational flight will be 20 minutes. The aircraft will be safely landed with no Less than the greater of 

(a) 20% battery Life remaining or (b) five minutes of flight time remaining. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: The FAA has stated that an equivalent level of safety is provided if the UAS 

flight is conducted under daytime VFR flight conditions using VLOS, and terminated with at least 25% 

reserve battery power still available. See Grant of Exemption No. 11062, p. 21-22. The Manuals 

providing an equivalent level of safety by safely landing with no less than the greater of( a) 20% battery 

Life remaining or (b) five minutes of flight time remaining and otherwise complying with the flight 

restrictions above. 

L. 14 C.F.R. §"' 91.40S(a}, 91.407(a}(1}, 91.409(a}(2}; 91.417(a} and (b): Maintenance 

Inspections 

Flamingo Air seeks an exemption from the maintenance inspection requirements contained in 14 C.F.R. 

§ 91.405(a}, 91.407(a)(l). 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a) and (b). These regulations specify maintenance and 

inspection standards in reference to 14 C.F.R. Part 43. See, e.g., 14 C.F.R. § 91.405(a) (stating that each 

owner or operator of an aircraft "[s]hall have the aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this 

part and shall between required inspections ... have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of 

this chapter"). An exemption from these regulations is needed because Part 43 and these sections only 

apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, which the PHANTOM will not have. 

Equivalent Level of Safety: An equivalent level of safety will be achieved because maintenance and 

inspections will be performed in accordance with the Manuals. This includes maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, and inspection requirements for the aircraft and procedures to document and maintain 

maintenance records for the aircraft. This also includes preflight inspection procedures. See Exemption 

No. 11062, Docket No. FAA 2014- 0352, at p. 14-15. 
As provided in the Manuals, flights will not be conducted unless a flight operations checklist is 

performed that includes all ofthe aircraft's components. The Manuals also set requirements for 

maintenance log books and record keeping as well as routine and post-flight maintenance. The Manuals 

set requirements for both annual maintenance and preventative maintenance. 

VI. PUBLIC INTEREST 

Granting Flamingo Air's petition for exemption furthers the public interest. National policy set by 

Congress favors early integration of UAS into the NAS in controlled, safe, working environments such as 

the sites proposed in this petition. By granting this petition, the FAA will fulfill Congress's intent of 

allowing UAS to operate safely in the NAS before completion of the rulemaking required under Section 

332 of the Reform Act. 

Moreover, use of unmanned aircraft operations will improve awareness of FAA regulations and provide 

a standard level of training for all PHANTOM operators. The use of the PHANTOM will also decrease 

safety-related incidents involving new users of quad-copters. 

PHANTOM flight training will increase the effectiveness of new users, decrease their safety risks, and 

reduce the number of incidents between unmanned and manned aircraft. 

Thus, the use proposed here will allow Flamingo Air to determine the efficacy of the PHANTOM for 

increasing public safety. The PHANTOM is approximately 2.75 pounds, carries no passengers or crew, 

and has no flammable fuel, as opposed to larger and more powerful helicopters and small airplanes. This 

program may prevent accidents and injuries, and there is a strong public interest in making these 

operations more safe and effective through the use of UASs. 

VII. Privacy 

All flights will occur over the identified sites. All flights will be conducted in accordance with any federal, 

state or local laws regarding privacy. 

VIII. SUMMARY FOR FEDERAL REGISTER 

Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. Part 11, the following summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register, 

should it be determined that publication is needed: 

Flamingo Air seeks an exemption from the following rules for the commercial operation of a small 

unmanned aerial system to inspect wind turbine blades and towers for the renewable energy industry: 

14 C.F.R Part 21, Subpart H; 14 C.F.R Part 27; 14 C.F.R § 45.23(b); 14 C.F.R. § 45.27(a); 14 C.F.R § 61.113; 

14 C.F.R § 91.7(a); 14 C.F.R § 91 .9(b)(2); 14 C.F.R § 91.9(c); 14 C.F.R § 91.103; 14 C.F.R~ 91.109(a); 14 

C.F.R § 91.119; 14 C.F.R § 91.121; 14 C.F.R § 91.151(a) & (b) 14 C.F.R § 91.203 (a) & (b); 14 C.F.R § 

91.40S(a); 14 C.F.R § 91.407(a)(l); 14 C.F.R § 91.409(a)(2); 14 C.F.R § 91 .417 (a)& (b). 

The exemption will enhance safety by reducing risk to the operator, the general public and property 

owners from the hazards associated with new Phantom operators. 
IX. ATIACHMENTS 

Attachment 1: DJI PHANTOM 3 Professional User Manual v1.4 

Attachment 2: DJI Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide v1.2 

Attachment 3: DJI Phantom Pilot Training Guide 

Attachment 4: Intelligent Flight Battery 

Attachment 5: DJl NAZA-M V2 Quick Start Guide v 1.28 

Attachment 6: Flamingo Air Aerial Training Caution Sign 

Attachment 7: Flamingo Air Training Area 

X. CONCLUSION 

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

capabilities, proximity to airports and populated areas, operation within visual line of sight, and national 

security considerations - provides more than adequate justification for the grant of the requested 

exemptions to permit Flamingo Air to operate the PHANTOM on the sites. 

Granting the requested exemption will benefit the public interest as a whole in many ways, including (I) 

significantly improving safety and reducing risk by alleviating human exposure to danger; (2) improving 

the quality of services Flamingo Air can provide to its customers; and (3) decreasing the risks of 

unmanned aircraft interfering with manned aircraft. 

Respectfully submitted, 

President 

Flamingo Air 

513-321-7465 

thecaptain@flamingoair.net 
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Read Before the First Flight 

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

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3. Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

5. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Right 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 Professional 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: 

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Download and install the DJI GO app before using the aircraft. Scan the OR code to the right 

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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 

DJIIntelligent 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 Profile 31 

Gimbal 32 

DJIGOapp 

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 54 

Intelligent Flight Mode 56 

FCC Compliance 57 

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Introduction 

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

4K video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal 

to maximize stability while minimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the 

Vision Positioning System allows the aircraft to hover accurately in place. 

Feature Highlights 

Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 Professional, you're shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per 

second and capturing 12 megapixel photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor 

gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera. 

HD Video Downlink: The low-latency long range HD downlink is powered by an enhanced version of OJI 

Lightbridge. 

DJIIntelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh OJI 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. 

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Removing Gimbal Clamp 

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

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

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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 

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[4] Front LED Indicator 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimbal and Camera 

(7] Camera Status Indicator 

[8] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

[9] Aircraft Status Indicator 

[10] Intelligent Flight Battery 

[11] Vision Positioning Sensors 

[12) Antennas 

[13] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

[14] Camera Micro-USB Port 

[ 15] Link Button 

[1] Antennas 

Relays aircraft control and 

video signal. 

[2] Mobile Device Holder 

Securely mounts your mobile 

device to the remote controller. 

[3] Control 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). 
[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 tum the remote controller on and off. 

[8] RTH LED 

Circular LED around the RTH button displays 

RTH status. 

[9] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

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connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

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[10] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

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[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 

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The Phantom 3 Professional's flight controller features several important upgrades, including a new flight 

mode. Safety modes include Failsafe and Return-to-Home. These features ensure the safe return of your 

aircraft if the control signal is lost. The flight controller can also save critical flight data from each flight 

to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability and a new air 

braking feature. 

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 Professional depending on signal 

strength of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : 

P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning. 

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

using only the Vision Positioning System for positioning. 

P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor 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 . 

.jJ; Use the Right Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight 

Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information. 

Flight Status Indicator 

The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs 

are shown in the figure below: 

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Aircraft Status 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 status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status 

Indicators: 

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Normal 

R G Y ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing Alternatively 

G Y ······Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Warming Up 

G · ... · · Green Flashes Slowly 

G X2 · · · ···Green Flashes Twice 

Y ······Yellow Flashes Slowly 

Warning 

Y ······Fast Yellow Flashing 

R ······Slow Red Flashing 

R · • • • · • Fast Red Flashing 

R · · · • · • Red Flashing Alternatively 

R -SolidRed 

Safe to Fly (P-rnode with GPS and Vision 

Positioning) 

Safe to Fly (P-rnode with Vision Positioning but 

without GPS) 

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

Positioning) 

Remote Controller's Signal Lost 

Low Battery Warning 

Critical Battery Warning 

IMU Error 

Critical Error 

R Y ······Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

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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Smart RTH 

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Description 

If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Horne Point 

is the location frorn which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal 

strength is indicated by the GPS icon ( ~.u ). The aircraft status 

indicator will blink rapidly when the horne point is recorded. 

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 GO app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to 

initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will then automatically return to the last recorded Home Point. You may use 

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

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

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

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Low Battery RTH 

The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the OJ I 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 GO 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 OJI GO app, and is described below: 

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Aircraft Status DJIGOapp Flight Instructions Warning Indicator 

Tap "Go-home" to have the 

aircraft return to the Home Fly the aircraft 

point and land automatically, back and land 

Low battery The battery Aircraft status or "Cancel" to resume normal it as soon as 

level warning power is low. indicator blinks flight. If no action is taken, possible, then 

Please land the RED slowly. the aircraft will automatically stop the motors 

aircraft. go home and land after 10 and replace the 

seconds. Remote controller battery. 

will sound an alarm. 

Critical Low The aircraft Aircraft status 

The DJI GO app display will 

Allow the aircraft to 

flash red and the aircraft will 

battery level must land indicator blinks 

start to descend. The remote 

descend and land 

warning immediately. RED quickly. controller will sound an alarm. automatically. 

Estimated 

Estimated 

remaining remaining flight N/A N/A N/A 

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you rnay push the throttle upward to rnake the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an 

opportunity to navigate to a rnore appropriate landing location. 

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

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

and status. 

Failsafe RTH 

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

be automatically activated if the rernote controller signal is lost for rnore than three seconds. The Returnto-Horne process rnay be interrupted and the operator rnay regain control of the aircraft if the remote 

controller signal connection is re-established. 

Failsafe Illustration 

1 Record Horne Point 2 Confirming Horne Point 

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6 • Aircraft cannot return to the Horne Point when GPS signal is weak ( [ ~' ;ii] displays grey) or 

unavailable. 

• Aircraft automatically descends and lands if RTH is triggered when the aircraft flies within a 20 

meters (65 feet) radius of the Horne Point. Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to 

the Horne Point if you rnove the throttle stick if the aircraft reaches 20 meters (65 feet) altitudes 

or beyond during Failsafe . 

• 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 GO app and enter "Camera" and 

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

• User cannot control the aircraft while the aircraft is ascending to its failsafe altitude. However 

the user can rapidly toggle S1 switch to regain control to cancel the ascending. 

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 Professional can hover in place more precisely 

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

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

ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera. 

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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. ~ 

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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. 

& 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 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 . 

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

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

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:\j: • 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 the 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 u~rasonic devices with frequency of 40KHz 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 .. 

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

a sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals. 

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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 GO app. 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

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. 

Propellers 

Figure 

Attach On 

Legends 

Silver Dot Black Dot 

Motors with 

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Ell Lock: Tum the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten. 

'b") 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. 

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

• Wear gloves when handling propellers. 

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

Detaching the Propellers 

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

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

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

or broken propellers. 

• To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. 

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

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 

byDJI. 

B=ooo ~~ ~ 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. 

:<J: Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 100W. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 

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

2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs 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 OJI GO 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 ooc (32°F) and 

40°C (104°F). 

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

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

the battery voltage reaches 12 V. 

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

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10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The OJI GO app displays a warning message when a damaged 

battery cell is detected. 

11. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history in the OJI GO app. 

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

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

the aircraft's rnain controller. 

& Refer to Phantom 3 Professional/ Advanced Intelligent Right Battery Safety Guidelines before 

use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. 

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

Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level 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 LEO 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 temperature ( < 0°C) environments. 

2. It is not recornrnended 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 -1 ooc and 5°C 

3. End the flight as soon as the OJI GO app displays the "Low Battery Level Warning" in low temperature 

environments. 

4. Keep the battery indoors to warrn it before flying in low temperature 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 cornpartrnent and allow the aircraft for 

approximately 1-2 minutes to warrn up before taking off. 

Checking the Battery Level 

The Battery Level Indicators display how rnuch 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. 

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lXI The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and 

discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

0 : LED is on. 'i) : LED is flashing. 

0 : LED is off. 

Battery Level 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 

0 0 0 0 87.5%-100% 

0 0 0 n 75%-87.5o/o 

0 0 0 0 62.5%-75% 

0 0 n 0 50%-62.5% 

0 0 0 0 37.5%-50% 

0 n 0 0 25%-37.5% 

0 0 0 0 12.5%-25% 

n 0 0 0 0%-12.5% 

0 0 0 0 =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 tumed 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 

0 0 0 0 90%-100% 

0 0 0 :a 80%-90% 

0 0 0 0 70%-80% 

0 0 :a 0 60%-70% 

0 0 0 0 50%-60% 

0 'll 0 0 40%-50% 

0 0 0 0 30%-40% 

:a 0 0 0 20%-30% 

0 0 0 0 below20% 

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

lXI For more information about the battery, launch the OJI GO app and check the information that is listed 

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Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 

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

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

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

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

4. The Intelligent Right 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 tum off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional. 

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

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LED1 LED2 LED3 

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25%-50% 

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75%-100"/o 

Fully Charged 

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 

0 u 0 0 LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected 

0 n 0 0 LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected 

0 0 l); 0 LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected 

0 0 u 0 LED3 blinks three times per second Over -voltage charger detected 

0 0 0 .0. LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

0 0 0 G LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high 

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After these 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 charger will resume 

charging when the temperature is within the allowable range. 

Lh OJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. 

:<J: How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: 

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

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

longer be turned on. Launch the OJI GO app to check battery levels. 

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

the battery can no longer be turned on. 

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This section describes the features 

of the remote controller and includes 

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Remote Controller Profile 

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 28 rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. 

!XI • 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 Professional remote controller is powered by a 28 rechargeable battery that has a 

capacity of 6000 rnAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEOs 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 LEOs will 

display the current battery level. 

2. Press and hold the Power Button to tum 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 LEOs will glow solid green when linking is 

complete. 

4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller. 

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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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Controlling the Camera 

Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera 

if? Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller. 

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Tum 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. 

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~ 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 

(Mode2) 

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Moving the left stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's elevation. 

Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 

Professional will hover in place. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional 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 

Professional will maintain its current orientation. 

The more the 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 3 Professional 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 Professional will hover in place if the 

stick is centered . 

Gimbal Dial: Tum the dial to the right, and the 

camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the 

dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point 

downwards. The camera will remain in its current 

position when dial is static. 

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Adjusting Controller Sticks 

Hold and twist the controller sticks clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust 

the length of the controller sticks. A proper length of controller sticks can 

improve the controlling accuracy. 

Flight Mode Switch 

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. 

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

Position Figure Flight Mode 

Position 1 ~ F-mode 

Position2 ~ A-mode 

Position3 ~ P-mode 

Position1~ 

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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 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-A Til: 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 toP-mode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the OJI GO 

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

RTH Button 

Press and hold the RTH button to start the Retum-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. 

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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: 

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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 Retum-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information 

about these indicators. 

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R -SolidRed f Chime The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft. 

G -Solid Green f Chime The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. 

R · .. · .. Slow Blinking Red 0-D-D · · · Remote controller error. 

R G/R Y ...... 

Red and Green/ Red and None HD downlink is disrupted. 

Yellow Alternate Blinks 

RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status 

w -Solid White !Chime Aircraft is returning home. 

if? w ······ Blinking White 0 · · Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. 

3 w ...... Blinking II 

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

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

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

2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Enter "Camera" and tap on !Jl' ,11!1 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below. 

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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. 

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

same aircraft. 

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The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC requirements. 

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Camera Profile 

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 

device via the DJI GO app. 

Camera Micro-so Card Slot 

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

turning on the Phantom 3 Professional. The Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 16GB Micro-SO 

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

their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data. 

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

Camera Data Port 

Tum on the Phantom 3 Professional and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download 

photos and videos to your computer. 

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

through the OJI GO app. For more information about how to 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 of the camera. 

Camera LED Indicator 

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G Green Blink Once (0.5s off, 0.4s on ) 

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R Slow Red Blink (1.6s on, 0.8s off) 

R Fast Red Blink (0.5s off, 0.2s on ) 

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Camera status 

System is warming up. 

Taking a single picture. 

Taking 3 or 5 photos per shot 

Recording. 

SO card error. 

Overheated Camera 

System error. 

Firmware Upgrading 

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. 

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Gimbal Operation Modes 

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

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

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

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

first-person perspective flying experience. 

Lt. • 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. 

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 

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

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

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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 that you use a tablet for the best experience. 

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[1] Flight Mode 

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

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

set the gain values. 

:~ 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 

~ ,1111 : 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 view the IOC 

settings menu and select the desired IOC setting. 

[4] System Status 

SatetoFiy(GPSl :This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. 

[5] Battery Level Indicator 

-<>-0 • : 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 different functions. 

[6] Remote Controller Signal 

iii' o111i: This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal. 

[7] HD Video Unk Signal Strength 

~.1111: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and 

the remote controller. 

[8] Battery Level 

fA 1 00%: This icon shows the current battery level. 

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

battery warning history. 

[9] General Settings 

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

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

route display. 

[10] Camera Operation Bar 

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9 :Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution 

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

or time-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 has the same functionality. 

Playback 

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

captured. 

Camera Settings 

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

[11] Map 

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

[12] Vision Positioning 

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

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Right attitude is indicated by the flight attitude icon. 

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

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

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

[14] Dynamic Home Point 

' : Press this button to enable the dynamic home point feature, the home point then will be reset to 

position of the mobile device. 

[15] Return to Home (RTH) 

<£ : Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point. 

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[16] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

~I~: Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing. 

[17] Livestream 

~: Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on You Tube. Be sure the 

mobile data service is available on the mobile device. 

[18] Back 

~ :Tap to return to the main GUI. 

Director 

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. 

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

buy new products. 

Discovery 

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

'Discovery'. Use your registered DJI account to login to 'Discovery'. 

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Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the OJI GO 

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

area. 

Flight Environment Requirements 

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 of water. 

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

and radio transmission towers. 

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

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

:::!J level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be affected. 

~ 6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within the polar areas. 

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

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-Fly Zones. 

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

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

altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m) . 

Maximum flight altitude & Radius Limits 

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

flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3 

Professional will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below: 

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

range automatically . 

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

within range automatically. 

No-Fly Zones 

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

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

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

institute. The details of the No-Ry Zones are explained as follow: 

Airport 

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

zone features circles of various sizes. 

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

(3) From R1 mile to R1 + 1 mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. 

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

limited to 1640 feet (500 meters) at R1+ 1 mile 

(4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-Fly Zones, a waming message will appear 

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No-fly zone Restricted-affitude flight zone Warning zone 

(2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off 

within this zone. The value of R varies based on the definition of the restricted areas. 

(3) A "warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.062 

miles (100m) of this zone, a warning message will appear on the OJI GO app. 

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Zone Restriction OJI GO app Prompt Status 

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

zone. Take off prohibited. 

No-fly Zone If the aircraft enters the 

restricted area in A-mode, but is Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. switched to P-mode, the aircraft 

will automatically descend, land, 

Automatic landing has begun. 

and stop its motors. 

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

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

Free zone No restrictions. None. None. 

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

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

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

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

point it will switch back to blinking red. 

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

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

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Preflight Checklist 

1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 

2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 

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

4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 

5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 

6. The DJI GO app is successfully connected to the aircraft. 

Calibrating the Compass 

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

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

performance or flight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance. 

0 o 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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phones. 

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

o DO NOT calibrate indoors. 

Calibration Procedures 

Choose an open area to carry out the following procedures. 

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

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

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

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

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

axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator glows solid red. 

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aircraft to a different location and try again. 

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

instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such 

as a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding. 

When to Recalibrate 

1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yellow. 

2.When flying in a new location or in a location that is different from the most recent flight. 

3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom 3 Professional has been changed. 

4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does not fly in straight line. 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

Auto Takeoff 

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

auto takeoff feature: 

1. Launch the DJI GO app, and enter "Camera" page. 

2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 

4. Tap"~", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the icon to confirm and takeoff. 

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

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

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

sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature. 

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Auto-Landing 

Use auto-landing only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the 

auto-landing feature: 

1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

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

instructions. 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 

Starting the Motors 

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

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

simultaneously. 

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Stopping the Motors 

There are two methods to stop the motors. 

Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle down<D, then conduct the same 

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

sticks once motors stop. 

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

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Flight Test 

Takeoff/landing Procedures 

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

2. Turn on the remote controller and your mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Launch the DJI GO app and enter the Camera page. 

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

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

5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or use Auto Takeoff. 

6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI GO app. 

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

8. After landing, execute the esc command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 

9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first, then the Remote Controller. 

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~ o \/\/hen the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yello.v rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe 

mode. 

o A low battery level waming is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or 

rapidly during flight. 

o Watch our video tutorials for more flight information. 

Video Suggestions and lips 

1. Go through the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 

2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI GO app. 

3. Only shoot video when flying in P-mode. 

4. f:oJways fly in good weather and avoid flying in rain or heavy wind. 

5. Choose the camera settings that sutt your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compensation. 

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

7. Push the control sticks gently to keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable. 

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

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

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

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

shoot 12 megapixel photos. 

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

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

allows for shorter charging times. 

Can I remove the camera and attach 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 Controller and Intelligent Flight Battery at the same time? 

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

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

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

What are the buttons on the back of 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 DJ I GO app. Refer to the manual for more information. 

How far can I fly my Phantom 3? 

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

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

What app should I use with 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 app will detect which aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly. 

Which mobile devices are compatible with the app? 

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

The following devices are recommended: 

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

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

optimized 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, Nubia Z7 mini 

Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues. 

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How do I use the Director automatic video editor? 

Director is an automatic video editor built into the 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 automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately. 

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

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

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

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

recommended for advanced users. 

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

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

operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz. 

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

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

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

My Phantom 3 does not turn off right away, is 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 SD card. This helps prevent your data from being lost or 

corrupted. 

Do I have to buy the Remote Controller separately? 

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

that is already linked to the aircraft. 

Does my Phantom 3 support dual Remote Controllers? 

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

time. 

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

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

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

your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both. 

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

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

signal is available. 

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

section in the Appendix of the User Manual. 

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

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What is the Phantom 3 flight 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 time when fully charged. 

How can I restore a video file if the 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 approximately 30 seconds as the video file is restored. 

How can I ensure that my pictures and videos will be synchronized to my iOS album? 

You may need to adjust the settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the 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 discharge time of the battery not zero, 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 that the discharge time is not zero. The battery is safe to use. 

Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series Remote Controller? 

No, it cannot. 

How to 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 DJI GO app will display one of the following messages: 

• Compass error, calibration required 

This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended 

to power off the aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different location and then resume the flight. 

• Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode 

This warning message indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring the aircraft to a higher altitude 

to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will 

automatically adjust the orientation of the aircraft in the midair to mitigate the drifts. The aircraft will switch 

back to P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed. 

How to troubleshoot aircraft initialization error? 

If you observe the following symptoms, it indicates the aircraft has failed 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. 

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Various factors contribute to the aircraft initialization error, try resolve the issue by following the suggestions 

listed below: 

• Sensor performance degraded. This may be due to the excessive bias detected from the IMU or the 

compass reading is interfered. Try restarting and calibrating the IMU and compass to resolve this issue. 

• Sensor is defective. If the sensors remains unchanged at all time and the problem persist even when the 

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 the 

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 aircraft 

is being initialization on the violent moving surface, for instance, ships that are on the rough sea. Do not 

attempt to power on the aircraft in this scenario. 

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Specifications 

Aircraft 

Weight (Battery & 

Propellers Included) 

Max. Ascent Speed 

Max. Descent Speed 

Max. Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max. Flight Time 

Operating Temperature 

GPSMode 

Gimbal 

Controllable Range 

Vision Positioning 

Velocity Range 

Altitude Range 

Operating Range 

Operating Environment 

Camera 

1280g 

5m/s 

3m/s 

16 m/s (A TTl mode, no wind) 

6000m 

Approximately 23 minutes 

0°Cto 40°C 

GPS/GLONASS 

Pitch: - 90° to + 30° 

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

30 cm-300 em 

30 cm-300 em 

Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces 

Sensor Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" Effective pixels:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M) 

Lens FOV 94° 20mm(35mm format equivalent ) f/2.8 

ISO Range 100-3200(video) 100-1600(photo) 

Electronic Shutter Speed 8s -1 /8000s 

Image Max. Size 4000 x 3000 

Single shot 

Still Photography Modes 

Supported SD Card Types 

Video Recording Modes 

Max. Bitrate Of Video 

Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Operating Temperature 

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Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 

Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

Micro SO 

Max. capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required 

UHD: 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 

FHD:1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

60 Mbps 

FAT32/exFAT 

Photo: JPEG, DNG 

Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 

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Remote Controller 

Operating Frequency 

Transmitting Distance 

Video Output Port 

Operating Temperature Range 

Battery 

Mobile Device Holder 

Transmitter Power(EIRP) 

Working Voltage 

Charger 

2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 

USB 

0°C- 40°C 

6000 mAh LiPo 2S 

Tablets and smartphones 

FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm 

1.2A@7.4V 

Voltage 17.4 V 

Rated Power 100 W 

Intelligent Flight Battery ( PH3-4480 mAh-15.2 V) 

Capacity 

Voltage 

Battery Type 

Energy 

Net Weight 

Operating Temperature 

Max. Charging Power 

4480mAh 

15.2V 

LiPo 4S 

68Wh 

365g 

-10°C- 40°C 

100W 

Aircraft Status Indicator Description 

Normal 

R G Y ······Red, Green and Yellow Rash 

Alternatively Turning on and Self-Diagnostics 

.G Y ······Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Aircraft Warming Up 

G ······Green Flashes Slowly 

G X2 ······Green Flashes Twice 

Y ······Yellow Rashes Slowly 

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

Safe to Fly (P-rmde with Vision Positbning but wilhout GPS) 

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

Warning 

Y ······Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost 

A ······Slow Red Rashing Low Battery Warning 

f! · · · · · · Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning 

A ······Red Rashing Alternatively IMU Error 

A -Solid Red Critical Error 

A Y ······Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

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Intelligent Flight Mode 

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-set flight maneuvers. 

Course Lock 

Home Lock 

Point of Interest 

Follow Me 

Waypoints 

Lock the current nose direction as the aircraft's forward direction. The aircraft will 

move in the locked directions regardless of its orientation (yaw angle). 

Pull the pitch stick backward to move the aircraft toward its recorderd Home Point. 

The aircraft will orbit around the subject automatically to allow the operator can be 

more focus on framing their shoot on the subject in Point of Interest. 

A virtual tether is created between the aircraft and the mobile device so that the 

aircraft can track your movement as you move. Note that Follow Me performance is 

subject to the GPS accuracy on the mobile device. 

Record a flight path, then the aircraft will fly along the same path repeatedly while 

you control the camera and orientation. The flight path can be saved and re-apply 

in the future. 

Enable Multiple Right Mode by launching the DJI GO app > Camera View > ~ > Advanced Settings > 

Mulitple Right Mode before using the Intelligent Right Mode for the first time. 

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FCC Compliance 

Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

( 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 

operation. 

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 

user's authority to operate the equipment. 

Compliance Information 

FCC Warning Message 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 

received, including interference that may cause undesired 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, 

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 

harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in 

a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 

which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 

the interference by one or more of the following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 

IC ASS warning 

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt ASS standard (s). Operation is subject to the 

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any 

interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 

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This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

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It's time to meet your Phantom 3 Professional. 

The Phantom 3 Professional's camera records video at up to 4K and captures 12 megapixel photos. 

Review the diagram below for a full list of your Phantom 3 Professional's parts: 

1. Gimbal and Camera 9. Aircraft Status Indicators 

2. Vision Positioning System 10. Antennas 

3. Camera Micro-SD Card Slot 11. Intelligent Flight Battery 

4. Aircraft Micro~USB Port 12_ Power Button 

5. Camera Status Indicator 13. Battery Level Indicators 

6. Front LEDs 14. Link Button 

7. Motors 15. Camera Micro-USB Port 

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This powerful Remote Controller allows you to pilot and maneuver your Phantom 3 Professional at distances over 6,000 

feet (2 km)' away, while putting selected camera controls at your fingertips. 

Buin into your Remote Controller is a rechargealole LiPo battery and DJI Lightbridge, which when paired with a compatible 

mobile device gives you a live H D view from the Phantom's camera. 

Folded 

11. Gimbal Dial 

12. Camera Settings Dial 

13. Video Recording Button 

14. Flight Mode Switch 

15. Shutter Button 

16. Playback Button 

17. C1/C2 Buttons (Customizable) 

18. USB Port 

19. Micro-USB Port 

1. Power Button 

2. Return to Home (RTH) Button 

3. Control Sticks 

4. Status LED 

5. Battery Level LEOs 

6. Power Port 

7. Mobile Device Holder 

8. Small Device Positioning Tabs 

(such as mobile phone) 

9. Antennas 

10. Handle Bar 

Mobile device connection 

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DJI encourages you to enjoy flying your Phantom 3 Professional in a safe, responsible, and smart way. To do this, it is important to 

understand some basic flight guidelines, both for your protection and for the safety of those around you. 

1 . Fly in Open Areas: Always fly in locations that are free and clear of buildings, trees, power lines, and other obstacles. Do not fly above 

or near people or animals. 

2. Maintain Control at All Times: Even when using DJI autopilot functions such as Auto-Takeoff, Auto-Landing, and Auto-Return to 

Home, always keep your hands on the Remote Controller and maintain control of your aircraft when it is in flight. 

3. Maintain Una of Sight Keep your aircraft in sight at all times, and avoid flying behind buildings or other obstacles that may block your lieN. 

4. Monitor Your Altitude: For the safety of lull-sized aircraft and other air traffic, always fly at alititudes less than 400 feet (120 meters) 

above ground level, or in line with your local laws and regulations. 

Visit http://llysafe.dji.com/no-fly for more information on critical safety features such as 

No-Fly 

• Calibrating 

Zones. 

the Compass: 0 Make sure to calibrate the compass at every new flight location. Tha compass is very sensitive to electrcmagnetic interference, which 

can cause abnormal compass data, leading to poor flight performance or even failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal 

performance. 

1. DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and 

steel reinforcements underground. 

2. DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones. 

3. DO NOT calibrate beside massive metal objects. 

4. If the Aircraft Status Indicators are showing solid red, then try to calibrate again. If they are blinking red and yellow atternately after 

placing the aircraft on the ground, the compass has detected magnetic interference. Change your location. 

• Environmental Considerations: 1. Do not fly in severe weather conditions. This includes high winds (speeds of 22 mph or 10 m/s or more), snow, rain, and fog. 

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures may affect the accuracy of the on-board compass and GPS signal. 

3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, h~h-vottage power lines, trees, and bodies of water. 

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

radio transmission towers, or Wi-Fi hotspots. 

5. Aircraft and battery performance are subject to environmental factors such as air density and temperature. Be very careful when 

flying 19,600 feet (6 km) or more above sea level, as battery and aircraft performance may not be at peak efficiency. 

6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate in P Mode or use GPS at polar latitudes. Only ATn Mode and the Vision Positioning 

system will ba operational. 

• P Mode: In this mode, the Phantom 3 Professional can use GPS and the Vision 

Positioning system, allowing it to hover accurately in position indoors 

and out. When GPS is available, a Home Point will ba locked so that the 

Phantom 3 Professional can Return to Home If the Remote Controller 

signal is lost. 

~ To enable P Mode, toggle the Flight Mode Switch 

to the P position. 

There are three states in P mode: 

P-GPS: GPS works best when outdoors and in a wide open area. Your 

Phantom 3 Professional uses GPS to hover in place when there is a 

strong GPS signal. 

P-OPTI: If GPS is not available, the aircraft can use the VISion Positioning 

system to hover accurately. 

P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor the Vision Positioning system are available. 

Tha aircraft will only use its barometer for attitude and other on-board 

sensors for attitude stabilization. 

Note that the Vision Positioning system may not work properly whan 

the Phantom 3 Professional is flying over water, over surfaces without 

a clear pattern, or in a low-light environment. 

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• Return to Home: 

When there is a strong GPS signal, tha aircraft will be able to 

record a Home Point and return to that Home Point when 

required. The Home Point location is recorded when the GPS 

signal icon in the DJI GO app is either yellow or green. 

The aircraft wm return to the Home Point automatically in the 

following scenarios (all require a strong GPS signal): 

Smart RTH: When tha RTH button on the Remote Controller 

or in the DJI GO app is pressed. 

Low-Battery RTH: A notification will appear in tha DJI GO 

app requesting the pilot to talke action when the battery level 

falls under a certain level. 

Failsafe RTH: When the Remote Controller's signal is lost. 

• While returning to the Home Point, the aircraft's altitude can be adjusted to avoid obstacles. Tall buildings may affect the Remote 

Controller's signal. The Failsafe Return to Home procedure will be triggered ~ the signal is lost. Be sure to fly higher than any nearby 

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Weight (Including Battery) 

Max. Ascent Speed 

Max. Descent Speed 

Max. Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max. FlightTime 

Operating Temperature Range 

GPS 

• Gimbal 

Controllable Range 

• Vision Positioning 

Velocity Range 

Altitude Range 

Operating Range 

Operating Environment 

• Camera 

Sensor 

Lens 

ISO Range 

Electronic Shutter Speed 

Image Max. Size 

Still Photography Modes 

Videc Recording Modes 

Max. Bitrate of Videc Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Supported SD Card Types 

Operating Temperarure Range 

• Remote Controller 

Operating Frequency 

Max. Transmission Distance 

Videc Output Port 

Operating Temperature Range 

Battery 

Mobile Device Holder 

Transmitter Power (EIRP) 

Working Voltage 

• Charger 

Voltage 

Rated Power 

1280g 

5 m/s 

3m/s 

16 m/s (A TTl mode, no wind) 

6000m 

Approximately 23 minutes 

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Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" Effective pixels:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M) 

FOV (F~eld Of View) 94" 20 mm (35 mm format equivalent) f/2.8 

10~3200 (videc) 1~ 1600 (photo) 

8 s-1/6000 s 

4000x3000 

Single shot 

Burst shooting: 3/5(1 frames 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0. 7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

UHD : 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p 24/25/30 

FHD: 1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD: 1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

60Mbps 

FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Videc: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 

Micro-SO, Max. capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required 

O"C to 40"C 

2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

2 km (outdoors and unobstructed) 

USB 

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8000 mAh LiPo 2S 

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FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm 

1.2 A @7.4 V 

17.4V 

100W 11 t'l:'Y' 

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Capacity 4480 mAh 

Voltage 15.2 V 

Battery Type LiPo 4S 

Energy 68Wh 

Net Weight 365 g 

Operating Temperature -10"C to 40"C 

Max. Charging Power 100 W 

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Preparing Your Phantom 3 Professional Before Flying 

Read the User Manual and watch the video tutorials in the DJI GO app or on the official DJI websne (www.dji.com), and 

read the following documents included in the box before using your Phantom 3 Professional for the first time: Phantom 3 

Professional Quick Start Guide, Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disdaimer, Phantom 3 Professional I 

Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines, In the Box. 

1. Download the DJI GO App 

Search 'OJ I GO' on the App Store or Google Play and 

download the DJI GO app to your mobile device. 

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2. Watch the Tutorial Videos 

Watch the tutorial videos on www.dji.com or in 

the DJI GO app. 

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• For the best experience, use a mobile device that runs iOS 8.0 or above or Android 4.1.2 or above. 

3. Check Battery Levels 

Pressing the Power Button once on ooher your Intelligent Flight Battery or Remote Controller displays the battery level. 

Be sure to fully charge both batteries before your first flight. 

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• Only use the official DJI Phantom 3 Professional charger. Remove the Intelligent Flight Battery from the aircraft before 

charging. 

• It is recommended that you tum off the Intelligent Right Battery or Remote Controller before charging. 

• Connect the charger to a sunable power source (1 00-240V 50/60Hz). 

• Connect the charger to the Intelligent Right Battery or Remote Controller. The LEOs will display the current charge level, 

and when fully charged, they will automatically tum off. 

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Titt the Mobile Device Holder to the desired position, and 

then adjust the antennas as shown. The strength of the 

Remote Controller's signal will fluctuate depending on the 

positions of the antennas. 

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The transmission signal between the aircraft and 

Remote Controller will be strongest within the 

range illustrated here. If the signal is weak, aqust 

the positions of the antennas and fly the aircraft 

closer to achieve optimal signal performance. 

Q) Press the button on the side of the Mobile 

Device Holder to release the clamp. 

@ Place your mobile device into the clamp and 

adjust it so that the mobile device is held 

securely in place. 

Q> Connect your mobile device to the Remote 

Controller with a USB cable. Plug one end of 

the cable into your mobile device, and the 

other end into the USB port on the back of 

the Remote Controller. 

~ -- -,.;ud • To avoid signal interference, do not use other 2.4GHz devices when flying. 

6. Flight Controls 

Here are the defauit flight controls (Mode 2}. The left stick controls aititude and rotation, while the right stick controls the 

forward, backward, left or right movements. The gimbal dial controls the camera's tiit. 

Left Stick Right Stick 

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Remove the gimbal clamp as shown on the 

right. Place your Phantom 3 Professional on a 

flat surface, in an open space, with the nose 

facing away from you. Then follow the steps 

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to the right (P Mode). P Mode is Pos~ioning Mode, A 

Mode is ATII Mode, and F Mode is Function Mode. 

@ Turn on the Remote Controller by pressing the power 

button once, releasing ~. and then pressing and holding 

for 2 seconds. 

(j) Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into your Phantom 3 

Professional. Turn on the battery by pressing the power 

button once, releasing it, and then pressing and holding 

for 2 seconds. 

@ Ensure the LED on your Remote Controller is green, 

indicating it is ready to be used. 

® Connect your mobile device to the Remote Controller 

with a USB cable and launch the DJI GO app. Follow the 

instructions within the app. 

® In the app, tap 'Camera'. Ensure your Phantom 3 

Professional is ready to fly by completing the on-screen 

Checklist. Beginner Mode is enabled by defau~ when 

you launch the DJI GO app for the first time. The 

aircraft's altitude and flight distance are restricted when 

flying in Beginner Mode. You can disable Beginner 

Mode in the Settings Page of the OJI GO app. 

(j) Calibrate the compass by tapping the Aircraft Status 

Bar in the app and selecting 'Calibrate'. Then follow the 

on-screen instructions. 

® Attach the propellers wrth a black nut onto the motors wrth 

black dot and spin them counter-clockwise to secure. 

Attach the propellers wrth a grey nut onto the motors 

wrthout black dot and spin them clockwise to secure. 

• Tighten the propellers with both hands before each flight. 

• If you wish to record photos or videos, insert a Micro-SO card into the Camera's Micro-SO Card Slot. 

• The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P Mode by default. Refer to the User Manual to learn how to unlock the switch and change 

to other modes. 

• When not in P mode, the Phantom 3 Professional will only maintain altitude. not position, and will drift with wind or user input. 

Return to Home is not available in F mode. 

8. Flight 

Safe to Fly ( GPS) Before taking off, make sure the Aircraft Status Bar in the OJI GO app 

indicates 'Safe to Fly (GPS)' or 'Safe to fty (non-GPS)' if flying indoors. 

• Auto Takeoff and Landing: 

Your Phantom 3 Professional can automatically takeoff and land at the tap of a button in the Camera screen of the OJI 

GOapp. 

e Tap and slide to confirm automatic takeoff. 

The aircraft will automatically takeoff and 

hover at 4 feet (1.2 meters). 0 Tap and slide to confirm automatic landing. 

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Start the motors by pulling both control sticks to the bottom 

inside (or outside) comers. Release the sticks once the 

motors start. Slowly push the left stick (throttle stick) up to 

takeoff. 

Start I Stop the motors Left stick up (Slowly} 

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down to lower the aircraft until n touches the 

ground. Then pull both sticks to the bottom inside 

comers to stop the motors. 

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• Never stop the motors mid-flight, otherwise the aircraft will crash. Only stop the motors when on the ground or as required in 

emergency situations to reduce the risk of damage or injury. 

• You cannot takeoff if the Intelligent Flight Battery is not sufficiently charged and the Critical Low Battery Warning is active. 

• The Intelligent Flight Battery must warm up if the outside temperature is low. A waming will appear in the DJI GO app in this scenario. 

• Once spinning, the rotating propellers can be dangerous. Do not start the motors when there are people nearby and always fly 

in a wide-open area. 

• Power off your Phantom 3 Professional before switching off the Remote Controller after landing. 

• Return to Home: 

1. Press and hold the Return to Home Button on your 

Remote Controller untH the LED surrounding the button 

starts blinking white and starts beeping. Your Phantom 

3 Professionai will return to the set Home Point. Press 

the button once to stop the procedure. 

2. The DJI GO app will warn you if your Phantom 3 

Professional's battery level falls under a certain level. This 

warning threshold can be set in the app. The aircraft will 

land immediately if the battery power reaches a cmical 

level and the Critical Low Battery Level Warning appears. 

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3. Failsafe: The Phantom 3 Professional will enter Return to 

Home Mode if the signal to the Remote Controller is lost. 

RTH Button The app's RTH Button 

• While returning home, you can still control your Phantom 3 

Professional's altitude to avoid any obstacles. 

Appendix 

Aircraft Status Indicators 

~ Slowly: Safe to fly. GPS working 

:~: X2 Continuously: Vision Positioning 

system working, no GPS 

}:?. Slowly: P-ATII or A Til Mode 

:}:?.: Quickly: Not connected 

to the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

e Remote Controller is functioning nonnally, 

but is not connected to the aircraft. 

e Remote Controller is functioning normally 

and is connected to the aircraft. 

:*: B-B-B.~~ Aircraft Low Battery Level Warning 

or Remote Controller error. 

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~ Slowly: Low Battery Level Warning 

:~:Quickly: Critical Low Battery Level Warning 

idle for 5 minutes~ 

• Solid: Critical error 

:~: / :}:?.: Blinking Alternately: 

Compass calibration required 

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Camera Controls 

• Adjust the camera parameters using 

the Camera Settings Dial on the 

Remote Controller or through the DJI 

GO app. Press the Shutter Button or 

Video Recording Button to capture 

pholr:s or record videos. 

• Adjust the gimbal's tilt using the 

Gimbal Dial. 

• Download photos and videos fran 

the Micro-SO card to your mobile 

device through the DJI GO app. 

You can also use a SQ.card reader 

to export files to your computer. 

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l. All-in-one firmware version updated to : vl.4.0010 

2. DJI GO app iOS version updated to: v2.2.0 

3. DJI GO app Android version updated to: v2.l.O 

l. Added Intelligent Navigation Modes including Point of Interest, Follow Me and Waypoint. 

2. The photo format now cannot be changed when the camera is in operation. 

l. Removed the vision position system altitude record from the video caption. 

l. Firmware update vl.4.0010 does not include a remote controller update package. Users using older 

firmware are recommended to update to vl.3.20 before updating the aircraft. 

2. It is normal for the motor to sound or the LED to blink during the update process, as the latest firmware 

update will affect the motor. 

3. The firmware can be downgraded to vl.3.20 or later only. 

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1. All-in-One firmware version updated to : vl.3.20 

2. DJI GO app iOS version updated to: v2.0.0 

3. DJI GO app Android version updated to: v2.0.0 

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l. Added HD Video Conversion option in the video editor when cutting footage to video. 

2. Automatic photo syncing of the compressed files to your mobile device. 

3. Added option to downgrade the aircraft firmware (remote controller version will be released soon). 

4. Camera View now displays the DJI logo if a video output error is detected to avoid confusion with a 

blank screen. 

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1. Fixed issue of the camera failing to save photos when shooting in burst mode. 

• The firmware can be downgraded to v1.1.9 or later only. 

2015.6.15 

l. All-in-One Firmware version updated to : v1.2.6 

l. Anti-distortion feature added for images and non-4K videos. 

2. Various bug fixes. 

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l. All-in-One Firmware version updated to : vl.l.9 

l. Fixed issue of some aircraft unable to determine their altitudes. 

2. Fixed issue of the DJI Pilot app unable to obtain and display battery error history. 

3. Fixed issue of the compass calibration progress not being displayed properly. 

• Users are advised to update the firmware version to vl.1.9, otherwise future firmware will not be able 

to install. 

• Users may skip updating the remote controller if they have already updated the firmware to vl.1.8, as 

the latest firmware update does not affect the remote controller. 

2015.5.8 

2. All-in-One Firmware version updated to : vl.l.B 

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1. Fixed the issue of failure to update the firmware if the remote controller is turned off. 

• Users are advised to update the firmware version to vl.l.8, otherwise future firmware will not be able 

to install. 

• Re-link the remote controller to the aircraft if the connection is lost after the firmware update. 

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2. DJI Pilot app iOS version updated to: vl.l.l 

3. DJI Pilot app Android version updated to: vl.l.O 

Updated to be compatible with the iOS version of the DJI Pilot app. 

Re-link the remote controller to the aircraft if the connection is lost after the firmware upgrade. 

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Start Guide", "User Guide", disclaimer, and fully watch the "Quick Start Videos" before 

using the PHANTOM. Users should make every effort to fly regularly in order to improve 

their flight skills as an advanced level pilot (***) . Please fly safely and responsibly. 

Please follow these guidelines prior to flying your Phantom: 

QAiways turn on the Remote Controller prior to turning on the Phantom. 

8 Toggle SL S2 to the top. 

8 Be sure there are no distractions when you're flying. 

0 When starting your training, be sure you are in a very large open area. Be aware of your 

surroundings. Always fly in areas void of obstacles and away from traffic and people. 

0 Before actually taking off, be sure you have calibrated the compass and you have full 

GPS satellite reception (Slow Continuous Green Flashing). 

8 Never fly over 400 feet. 

fl During training, stay behind your imaginary barrier and never fly behind yourself. 

@ When in doubt, gently pull down on the throttle stick and land. 

f) DO NOT PANIC. 

The aircraft camera should face AWAY from the pilot before takeoff. 

CAUTION 

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Mark a spot (B) on the ground lOft away from the Phantom's 

take off point. Hover and fly towards that spot and land at 

the spot (B). Then go back into a hover and bring the Phantom 

back to its original position (A) and land again. 

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same and the circle as uniform as possible. 

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Be sure you are in a large open area. Before you take off, 

make sure you have a good GPS lock by ensuring your LED 

indicators are flashing Green. Fly the Phantom at least 50ft 

away from your take off point. Turn off the Remote Controller. 

The Phantom will enter it's failsafe Return-To-Home Mode. 

Let the Phantom finish it's routine and land itself within 2 meters 

of the take off point. 

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Be sure you are in a large open area. Before you take off, make 

sure you have a good GPS lock by ensuring your LED indicators 

are flashing Green. Fly the Phantom 50ft away from your take 

off point. Turn off the Remote Controller. The Phantom will 

enter it's failsafe Return-To-Home Mode. When the Phantom 

is returning home, you can intercept RTH Mode by switching 

the Sl Switch from the top position to the middle or lower 

position, then continue flying the Phantom. 

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All instructions and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of SZ DJI 

TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For up-to-date product information, visit http://www.dji.com and click on the 

product page for this product. 

Glossary 

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm 

when operating this product: 

I NonCE I NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property 

damage AND a little or no possibility of injury. 

I CAUTION I CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property 

damage AND a possibility of serious injury. 

l& ........ al WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, 

collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury. 

fD. WARNING] Read the ENTIRE Phantom 3 user manual to become familiar with 

the features of this product before operating. Failure to operate the 

product correctly can result in damage to the product or personal property and cause serious 

injury. 

This is a sophisticated product. It must be operated with caution and common sense 

and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and 

responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This 

product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with 

incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the documents provided 

by SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. These Safety Guidelines contain instructions for safety, 

operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all of the instructions and 

warnings in the Phantom 3 user manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the 

product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. 

Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines 

[&WARNING] 

To avoid fire, serious injury, and property damage, observe the following safety guidelines 

when using, charging, or storing your batteries. 

Battery Use 

1) Do NOT allow the batteries to come into contact with any kind of liquid. Do NOT leave batteries 

out In the rain or near a source of moisture. Do NOT drop the battery into water. If the inside of the 

battery comes into contact with water, chemical decomposition may occur, potentially resulting in 

the battery catching on fire, and may even lead to an explosion. 

2) Never use non-DJI batteries. Go to www.dji.com to purchase new batteries. DJI takes no 

responsibility for any damage caused by non-DJI batteries. 

3) Never use or charge swollen, leaky, or damaged batteries. If your batteries are abnonnal, contact 

DJI or a DJI authorized dealer for further assistance. 

4) Never install or remove the battery from the aircraft when it is turned on. Do NOT insert or remove 

batteries if the plastic cover has been tom or compromised in any way. 

5) The battery should be used in temperatures from -10"C to 40"C. Use of the battery in environments 

above SO"C can lead to a fire or explosion. Use of battery below·10"C can lead to permanent damage. 
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6) Do NOT use the battery in strong electrostatic or electromagnetic environments. Otherwise, the 

battery control board may malfunction and cause a serious accident during flight 

7) Never disassemble or pierce the battery in any way or the battery may leak, catch fire, or explode. 

B) Electrolytes in the battery are highly corrosive. If any electrolytes make contact with your skin or 

eyes, immediately wash the affected area with fresh running water for at least 15 minutes, and 

then see a doctor immediately. 

9} Check the condition of the battery if it falls out of the aircraft. Make sure the battery is NOT 

damaged or leaking before putting it back into the aircraft 

10) H the battery falls into water with the aircraft during flight, take it out immediately and put it in 

a safe and open area. Maintain a safe distance from the battery until it is completely dry. Never 

use the battery again, and dispose of the battery properly as described in the Battery Disposal 

section below. Do NOT heat baHeries. Put out any battery fire using sand or a dry powder fire 

extinguisher. Never use water to put out a battery fire. 

11) Do NOT put baHeries in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container. 

12) Do NOT place loose battery cells on any conductive surface, such as a metal table. 

13) Do NOT put the loose cells in a pocket, bag or drawer where they may short-circuit against other 

items or where the battery terminals could be pressed against each other. 

14) Do NOT drop or strike batteries. Do NOT place heavy objects on the batteries or charger. Avoid 

dropping baHeries. 

15} Clean battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth. 

Battery Charging 

1) Do NOT attach the batteries to wall outlets or car charger sockets directly, and always use a DJI 

approved adapter. DJI takes no responsibility if the battery is charged using a non-DJI charger. 

Never leave the battery unattended during charging. Do NOT charge the battery near flammable 

materials or on flammable surfaces such as carpet or wood. Do NOT charge battery immediately 

after flight, because the battery temperature may be too high. Do NOT charge the battery until it 

cools down to near room temperature. Charging the battery outside of the temperature range of 

O"C40"C may lead to leakage, overheating, or battery damage. 

2) Disconnect the charger when not in use. Examine the charger regularly for damage to the 

cord, plug, enclosure, or other parts. Do NOT clean the charger with denatured alcohol or other 

flammable solvents. Never use a damaged charger. 

Battery Storage 

1) Keep batteries out of the reach of children and pets. 

2) Do NOT leave the battery near heat sources such as a furnace or heater. Do NOT leave the 

batteries inside of a vehide on hot days. The ideal storage temperature is 22"C-2B"C. 

3) Keep the battery dry. Never drop the battery into water. 

4) Do NOT drop, strike, impale, or manually short-circuit the battery. 

5) Keep the battery away from metal objects such as glasses, watches, jewelry, and hairpins. 

Battery Disposal 

1) Dispose of the battery in specific recyding boxes only after a complete discharge. Do NOT place 

the battery in regular trash containers. Strictly follow your local regulations regarding the disposal 

and recycling of batteries. 

Battery Maintenance 

1) Never use the battery when the temperature is too high or too low. 

2) Never store the battery in environments with a temperature higher than 60"C. 

Travel Notice 

1) Before carrying the Intelligent Right Battery on an airline flight, it must first be fully discharged. 

This can be done by using your aircraft until the battery is depleted. Only discharge the battery in 

a fireproof location. 

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Battery Use 

1) Make sure the batteries are fully charged before each flight. 

2) It is recommended that you do NOT charge the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller at the same time. 

3) Land the aircraft immediately when the low battery level warning activates in the DJI Pilot app. 

Battery Charging 

1) Charge and discharge the battery completely once every 20 charge/discharge cycles. Discharge the 

battery until there is 8% remaining power or until it can no longer be turned on, then recharge it to the 

maximum capacity. This power cycling procedure will optimize battery life. 

2) The Intelligent Flight Battery is designed to stop charging when it is full. However it is a good practice to 

monitor the charging progress and disconnect the batteries when fully charged. 

Battery Storage 

1) Discharge the battery to 30%-50% if it will NOT be used for 7 days or more. This can greatly extend the 

battery life. 

2) The battery automatically discharges to below 65% when it is idle for more than 10 days to prevent it from 

swelling. It takes approximately 2 days to discharge the battery to 65%. It is normal that you may feel 

moderate heat emitting from the battery during the discharge process. Set the discharging thresholds in 

the OJI Pilot app. 

3) The battery will enter hibernation mode if depleted and stored for a long period. When in hibernatton 

mode, if you try to power on the battery, the battery power LED will show a solid red light and the battery 

level LEOs will all be off. You cannot manually turn off the battery power LED in this state. Leave the 

battery unattended for 5 minutes, and then the light will turn off. Recharge the battery to bring it out of 

hibernation. 

4) Remove batteries from the aircraft when stored for an extended period. 

Battery Disposal 

1) If the power on/off button on the Intelligent Flight Battery is disabled and the battery cannot be fully 

discharged, please contact a professional battery disposal/recycling agent for further assistance. 

Battery Maintenance 

1) Never over-discharge, as this may lead to battery cell damage. 

2) Battery life may be reduced if not used for a long time. 

Travel Notice 

1) Store Intelligent Flight Batteries in a ventilated location. 

This content is subject to change. 

Download the latest version from 

www.dji.com/support 

Jf you have any questions about this document, please contact DJI by 

sending a message to DocSupport@djl.com. 

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Naza - MV2 

Quick Start Guide v1.2s 

2015.06.12 Revision 

For Firmware Version V 4.04 or above 

& Assistant Software Version V2.40 or above 

Thank you for purchasing this DJI product. Please strictly follow these steps to mount and connect this system on 

your aircraft, as well as to install the Assistant Software on your computer. 

Please regularly check the web page of corresponding product* at our website www.dji.com. which is 

updated regularly. Product information, technical updates and manual corrections will be available on this web 

page. Due to unforeseen changes or product upgrades, the information contained in this manual is subject to 

change without notice. 

* Important: Naza-M, Naza-M V2 and PHANTOM control system are different in hardware parts, but their 

configurations and functions are the same when using the same Assistant Software and Firmware Version, so they 

use the same Guide. Unless stated, the following instruction is basic on Naza-M V2. If you use the Naza-M, please 

make sure to read the "Instruction of Vl (also known as Naza-M)" section; if you use the PHANTOM, download the 

other corresponding manuals on the PHANTOM web page. 

This manual is only for basic assembly and configuration; you can obtain more details and advanced instructions 

when using the assistant software. To assure you have the latest information, please visit our website and download 

the latest manual and current software version. 

If you have any problem that you cannot solve during usage, please contact your authorized dealer. 

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ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION ........................................................................................................................................ 5 

STEP1 PORT DESCRIPTION •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••••••••....•.•....•••••••••••••••....••••••••••••••••••....••••••••••••...•.....•..••••••.......••• 5 

STEP2 ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION .........•.•••••.............••.•.•.•........••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••........•.•.....••••••••..•.....•••••••••••••••.•••......•.. 6 

ASSISTANT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION ............................................................................ 7 

STEP1 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION •••.....•••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••.••••.....••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••.••••..••••••••••••••.•••••••...... 7 

STEP2 CONFIGURATION BY ASSISTANT ON A PC ..•••••••.••....••••••••••••......••••••••.••.•...••.....•.•.•••••••••...•...••.•••••••••..•..••••••••••••••••••••••••.. 8 

BASIC FL YING ............................................................................................................................................................... lO 

CONTROL MODE KNOWLEDGE ••.•••.•••••••••••.•.•.•••••••••••.•....•.•.•••••••••.............••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••.••..•••. 10 

START & STOP MOTOR KNOWLEDGE •••.•..•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••. 10 

STEP1 COMPASS CALIBRATION •.••••••••••••.•••••..•••••••••••••••••••••••.••.•••••••••••••••••............•.•.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••••..••••••••••••• 12 

STEP2 ASSEMBLY CHECKING LIST ......................................................................................................................................... 13 

STEP3 BEFORE FLIGHT •....•.•.••••...............••••••.•......•••.•••.•..•......••••••••••••....••••••••••.•••••....•.•....•••••••....•.••••••••••.......•.••••••.•...•••• 13 

STEP4 FLYING TEST •.•..•...••••...••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••..•••••••••••••••..•.•..•.••••••••••••••••••.•..••...•.•......•...•••••.......•.•••••••••..•......••••...... 14 

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 16 

A1 FAILSAFE •••••.••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••...•.....•••...•••••...•...•••••..•........•.•••.......••• 16 

A2 LOW-VOLTAGE ALERT •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••••.•••.••••••••••••••••......•••••••••••••••••••••••..•••••••••••......•••••••••••••.....•••••••. 17 

A3 INTELLIGENT ORIENTATION CONTROL (IOC) FLIGHT {WITH GPS MODULE) .....•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••..•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••• 18 

A4 RECEIVER ADVANCED PROTECTION FUNCTION •.••••.•.•.•.•.•.•••••••.••..•••••••••..•........•..••••..............••••••••.•.••.••.•.•..••....••••••..••..••••• 21 

AS FLIGHT LIMITS ............................................................................................................................................................ 22 

APPENDIX ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23 

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................... 23 

MC/PMU FIRMWARE UPGRADE •.••••••••••••..•..•••••••••••..•••••••••••••••...••••••••••••........•.••••••..•.••..........••••••........•.••.•..........•••..•...... 24 

LED DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................................ 25 

INSTRUCTION OF Vl (ALSO KNOWN AS NAZA-M) .................................................................................................. 26 

V1 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTION •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••...••.•.•••••••••••..•••••••••.....•..•••••••••.•••••••• 26 

V11SCOMPATIBLE WITH THE PMU V2 (ACCESSORY OF NAZA-M V2) ......................................................................................... 26 

V1 PORT DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 27 

V1 SPECIFICATION ............................................................................................................................................................ 28 

FAQ ................................................................................................................................................................................ 29 

ABNORMAL LED INDICATION LIST •••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••..•••.••••••••••••••••••••••.••..•.. 29 

FIX THE TBE (TOILET BOWL EFFECT) PROBLEM ....................................................................................................................... 29 

SHOULD YOU FIND THE MULTI-ROTOR DOES NOT TRACK STRAIGHT IN FORWARD FLIGHT .................................................................... 30 

MOTORS START FAILURE CAUSED BY 1X STICK(S) MID-POINT ERROR TOO BIG ................................................................................. 30 

ATTITUDE CONTROLLABLE WHEN ONE MOTOR OUTPUT IS FAILED .............................................................................................. 31 

WHEN USED WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS .............................................................................................................................. 31 
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Instruction 

Disclaimer & Warning 

Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the product By using this product, you hereby 

agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read them fully. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT 

SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE UNDER THE AGE OF 18. 

This product is an autopilot system designed for serious multi-rotor enthusiasts providing excellent self-leveling and 

altitude holding, which completely takes the stress out of flying RC multi-rotors for both professional and hobby 

applications. Despite the system having a built-in autopilot system and our efforts in making the operation of the 

controller as safe as possible when the main power battery is connected, we strongly recommend users to remove 

all propellers when calibrating and setting parameters. Make sure all connections are good, and keep children and 

animals away during firmware upgrade, system calibration and parameter setup. DJI Innovations accepts no liability 

for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product in the following conditions: 

1. Damage(s) or injuries incurred when users are drunk, taking drugs, drug anesthesia, dizziness, fatigue, nausea 

and any other conditions no matter physically or mentally that could impair your ability. 

2. Damage(s) or injuries caused by subjective intentional operations. Any mental damage compensation caused 

by accident. 

3. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate. 

4. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-DJI accessories and parts. 

5. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake DJI products. 

6. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation or subjective mis-judgment. 

7. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging. 

8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by continued flying after low voltage protection alarm is triggered. 

9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft in abnormal condition (such as water, oil, soil, 

sand and other unknown material ingress into the aircraft or the assembly is not completed, the main 

components have obvious faults, obvious defect or missing accessories). 

10. Damage(s) or injuries caused by flying in the following situations such as the aircraft in magnetic interference 

area, radio interference area, government regulated no-fly zones or the pilot is in backlight, blocked, fuzzy 

sight, and poor eyesight is not suitable for operating and other conditions not suitable for operating. 

11. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using in bad weather, such as a rainy day or windy (more than moderate 

breeze), snow, hail, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes etc. 

12. Damage(s) or injuries caused when the aircraft is in the following situations: collision, fire, explosion, floods, 

tsunamis, subsidence, ice trapped, avalanche, debris flow, landslide, earthquake, etc. 

13. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material recorded by the use of 

aircraft. 

14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery, protection circuit, RC model and battery chargers. 

15. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of DJI Innovations liability. 

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Trademark 

DJI and Naza-M are registered trademarks of DJI Innovations. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this 

manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are 

copyrighted by DJ I Innovations with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in 

any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI Innovations. No patent liability is assumed with 

respect to the use of the product or information contained herein. 

Certifications 

This product is approved with quality standards such as CE, FCC and RoHS. 

Symbol Instruction 

0 Forbidden(lmportant) t Cautions Tip ~ Reference 

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• 

Assembly & Connection 

In the Box, 

Main controller Xl, PMU Xl, GPS Xl, GPS Bracket Xl, LED Xl, Servo Cable X8, Micro-USB Cable Xl, 3M Adhesive 

Tape. 

Stepl Port Description 

A: For roll control (left/right) 

E: For pitch control (front/back) 

T: For throttle control 

R: For rudder control 

U: For Control Model Switch 

X1: For gimbal pitch control/ For gain tuning 

X2: For D-Bus(S-Busi&-Bus2 compatible) I For gain tuning I For IOC 

X3_ For voltage monitor(Connect to PMU V-SEN port) 

Main Controller 

LED 

•ESC: Electronic Speed Controller 

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V-SEN: Connect to Main Controller X3Port 

A Important: the continuous output of the 

~ PMU ts 3A@5V, and the max1mum 

instant current is 7_5A If PMU cannot afford 

the working current for your servos, please 

use an independent power supply; otherv.'ise, 

it may cause the PMU safeguard and lead to 

the main controller reboot. 

Connect to Main Controller LED port 

Micro-USB: PC connection 

for parameter configuration 

and firmware upgrade 

Pointing to the aircraft nose direction 

Connect to GPS port of PMU 

Main Controller 

PMU 

(Power Management Unit) 

GPS/Compass 
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Step2 Assembly & Connection 

Step1 Prepare an aircraft, supported the following Mixed Types. 

The direction of the arrow in diagram indicates the rotation direction of the motor/propeller. 

Important : To coaxial propellers: " propeller is at' • Red propeller is at Bottom. Otherwise all propellers are at top 

£--.,, M1 

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M1 

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Hexa-rotor Y Octo-rotor I 

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Ml( -~~-,/i ~ / .. :::~ \ MS 

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Hexa-rotor I 

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Octo-rotor X 

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ESC & MC Connection 

Aircraft Main Controller 

MI-MI 

M2-M2 

M3-M3 

M4-M4 

MS-MS 

M6-M& 

M7-FI 

M8 --- F2 

Note: The NAZA-M V2 flight control system doesn't support Gimbal function when used on the Octo-rotor aircraft. 

For big aircraft that is larger than 650 or with heavy load, WKM is recommended. 

Steo2 Assembly and Connection 

Main Controller{MC) ESCs & Motors 

Mount: (!)The DJIIogo should face the sky, DO Please use the ESCs and motors recommended by the manufacturer 

NOT mount the MC upside-down. (2)The MC sides of your aircraft. We recommend you use DJI motors and ESCs (Refer 

should be parallel to the aircraft body. (3)The arrow to its manual for details). Connect all ESCs to MC by the motor 

should point to the nose direction of aircraft. (4)he numbering method introduced in mixed types Supported. 

MC is best positioned near the aircraft's center of Important : If you use 3rd party ESCs, make sure the ESCs travel 

gravity. Make sure all ports are accessible. midpoint is at 1520us. DO NOT use 700us travel midpoint ESC, as it 

Tip: It is recommended to fix the MC until all mayleadaircrafttoflyawayorcauseinjuryanddamage.AtterESCs 

wirings and configurations are completed, using 3M connection , calibrate ESCs one by one through the receiver directly 

gummed paper provided to fix the MC. before connect them to your MC, Make sure program all of them into 

Traditional Receiver ....I 

S-Bus/S-Bus2/PPM Receiver 

r?\ 

v 

Transmltter{TX) & Receiver(RX) 

(I )Refer to you TX Manual, setup the 

Aileron, Elevator, Throttle, Rudder 

channels on your TX first, and choose a 3-

position switch as control mode switch. 

(2)Attach the matched RX to aircraft, then 

connect your RX to the right ports on MC. 

The following diagram shows the 

connection example for traditional RX. 

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I ELEV E "I 

i (JR) THRO. . T MC 

! RUDD R I 

I 3-position Switch ~ 

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Step3 Double Check 

Governor off, Break off and Normal Start up to get best experience. 

PMU Module 

Mount : DO NOT attach the PMU on 

other device. Sufficient air flow over 

the PMU is highly recommended. 

Tip : If use with DJI multi-rotor, you 

can solder the power cable to power 

pads on frame bottom board. Please 

refer to DJI multi-rotor manual for 

details. If use with 3rd part aircraft, 

you can make a connecter by 

yourself to connect PMU and battery. 

LED Module 

Mount : Make sure You can see the 

light during the flight. Leave the USB 

interface to be accessible. Use the 

3M gummed paper provided to fix. 

Gimbal 

Connect the gimbal servos to 

the ports of F1 and F2 if a 

gimbal is used, and use the 

software for configurations. 

(Optionai)GPS/Compass 

Mount : GPS/Compass is sensitive to 

magnetic interference, should be far 

away from any electronic devices. If 

you use your own mounting rod, 

make sure it is NOT magnetic! 

Procedures : 

(1 )You should use epoxy resin AB 

glue to assemble the GPS bracket 

first Mount the bracket on the center 

plate of craft. Position the bracket at 

least 10 em from any propeller. 

(2)The DJI logo mar1<ed on the GPS 

should face the sky, with the 

orientation arrow pointing directly 

forward. then fix the GPS on the plate 

of the bracket (by 3M glue provided). 

Tip : The GPS/Compass is packaged 

with a special indication line for 

mountina for the first time. 

In this steJ>, turn on the transmitter, connect the battery to the PMU, and then watch the LED, if you can see the LED blinks 

< eeoeeoeeoeeee1. the system is working. 

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Assistant Software Installation and Configuration 

Step! Software and Driver Installation 

! 

l Installing and running on Windows 

~ ------------ 1 1. Please download the driver and the Assistant installation software in EXE format from www.dji.com. 

2. Switch on the transmitter and then power on your autopilot system. 

3. Connect your autopilot system and PC via a Micro-USB cable. 

4. Open the driver installation software and follow the instructions to complete installation. 

5. Run the Assistant installation software and follow the instructions to complete installation. 

---·---·----------------· 

t The installer in EXE format is supported on Win XP, Win7, Win8 (32 or 64 bit). 

Installing and running on Mac OS X 

I 

l. Download the Assistant installer in DMG format from the download page of NAZA-M V2 on the DJI 

website. 

2. Run the installation software and follow the prompts to finish installation. 

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NAZAM-V2 

3. When launching for the first time if use Launchpad to run the NAZA-M V2 Assistant Software, Launchpad 

won 't allow access because the software has not been reviewed by Mac App Store. 

0 

? 

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"NAZAM" can't be opened because it is 

from an unidentified developer. 

Your security preferences allow installation of only 

apps from the Mac App Store and identified 

developers. 

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OK 
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4. Locate the NAZA-M V2 icon in the Finder and open the file by Control or right clicking the icon and 

selecting "Open"" from the menu. 

5. After the first successful launch, double-clicking the NAZA-M V2 icon in the Finder or using Launchpad 

will open the application. 

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CPS Locat•on M1xer Type NONE 

X Ocm 

Y Ocm f.,{_ 

Z Ocm ReceM~r Type NONE 

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P1tch Roll Yaw Vertical 

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Motor Idle Speed 

Cut Off Type 

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Failsafe Methods 

tOl 

NONE 

NONE 

NONE 

lntelhqent Onentatton Contra NONE 

(,••ol·· . .._i 

Gimbal Sw1tch 

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Protecnon Sw•tch 

Current Voltage. 

Battery Type 

F1rst Level Protection 

NONE 

NONE 

NONE 

NONE 

NONE 

Second level Protect•on NONE 

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l f Installer in DMG format is supported ~-n Ma_~ OS X 10.~-~r abov~:-... I 

The NAZA-M V2 Assistant on Mac OS X and Windows are exactly the same. The Assistant appear in 

other places of this manual is based on Windows version. 

Step2 Configuration bf Assistant on a PC 

[1. Power on the PC. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet for the first time you use. 

2. Switch on the transmitter first, and then power on the autopilot system. Connect the autopilot system to 

the PC with a Micro-USB cable. DO NOT break the connection until setup is finished. 

3. Run the Assistant Software. 

4. Observe the indicators on the left bottom of the software. ( •• They are the connection indicator and 

communication indicator in order.) If the communication indicator is blinking, that the software is ready, 

please go to next step. 

5. Select the "Info" option. Check the software firmware version. If the upgrade is available, you may update 

the assistant software. 

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6. Select the "Upgrade" option. Check the Main Controller, GPS and IMU firmware version. 

7. Select the "Basic" option. Please follow step-by-step for your first-time-configuration. Basic configuration 

is necessary, including Mixer Type, Mounting, RC, and Gain settings. 

8. You can click the "Advanced" option for more parameter settings. Advanced setting is optional. There are 

settings of Motor, FailSafe, Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC), Gimbal, Low-Voltage Alert, and Flight 

Limits. Read the instruction in the assistant software to obtain more details. 

9. Select the "Viewer" option to check all parameters. 

Then break the Micro-USB cable, power off the aircraft. Finished. 

(1) You may be required to fill register information for your first-time-usage. 

(2) If the communication indicator is blue on, please double check the connections. 

I (3) Basic configuration is necessary before you go to the "Basic Flying Test". 

(4) Users are required to install a Windows system, since the software can only run on Windows 

1------ _______ :.rs~m. ____ _ 

(1) If the firmware upgrade is available, please upgrade it by referring to the Firmware Upgrade 

~ in the Appendix. 

(2) This step is required to use together with the assistant software to obtain more details. 

Configuration Information ----~~~"'-a-~-·-~--·,-~,~~------~~-·~--.~·-..,,~-,_~ 

Configuration Information 

Aircraft 

Motor ESC Propeller Battery Weight 

5900 DJ\-4216 DJI-40A Z-BLADE-17 x 6.0 Inch 65-12000 6800g 

F450 DJI-2312 DJI-20A Z-BLADE-9.4 x 5.0 Inch 45-5000 890g 

F550 DJI-2312 DJI-20A Z-BLADE-9.4 x 5.0 Inch 45-5000 1530g 

Recommended Parameters --·----,-...........-~~-~~~~~--~-~---~--=~'~? ...... ,~=~~<-. ---.. ------~--·------

Basic Gain Attitude Gain Max Angular Rate 

Aircraft 

Pitch Roll Yaw Vertical Pitch Roll Pitch Roll 

5900 100 100 100 100 160 160 220 220 

F450 95 95 70 100 100 100 300 300 

F550 110 100 80 100 100 100 300 300 

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Basic Flying 

Control Mode Knowledge 

Please read the Control Mode Knowledge clearly before usage, to know how to control the aircraft. 

Different control modes will give you different flight performances. Please make sure you understand the features 

and differences of the three control modes. 

Safety 

Start& 

GPS A TTl. Mode 

A TTl. Mode 

YES 

Multi attitude control; Stick center position for 0 • 

attitude, its endpoint is 35 •. 

Manual Mode 

NOT Recommend 

~ (l) Both Immediately Mode and Intelligent Mode are available in the Assistant Software; 

Advanced->Motor->Stop Type. 

-----·-----·-:::... ---~::...::.~~~o_r_lll.''.th~~-~:~.e~a-~_1_!:.~ .. -t._o_ Mode. 

Please get to know well about this section before flying. 

Start Motor, Pushing throttle stick before takeoff will not start the motors. You have to execute any one of 

following four Combination Stick Commands (CSC) to start the motors, 

~--.,-·~-~-~--.......... ~~-~~'-J~~,-~ ;..~rf •. l __ ~ -~~~·---

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2 Stop Motor, We provide two options to stop motors in the assistant software, Immediately and Intelligent. 

(1) Immediately Mode: If you select this mode, in any control mode, once motors start and throttle stick is 

over 10%, motors will not stop immediately only when throttle stick is back under 10% the motors will 

stop. In this case, if you push the throttle stick over 10% within 5 seconds after motors stop, motors 

will re-start, CSC is not needed. If you don't push throttle stick after motors start in three seconds, 

motors will stop automatically. 

(2) Intelligent Mode: By using this mode, different control mode has different way of stopping motors. In 

Manual Mode, only executing CSC can stop motors. In A TTl. Mode or GPS ATTI. Mode, any one of 

following four cases will stop motors: 

a) You don't push throttle stick after motors start within three seconds; 

b) Executing CSC; 

c) Throttle stick under 10%, and after landing for more than 3 seconds. 

d) If the angle of multi-rotor is over 70°, and throttle stick under 10%. 

Not~~2f !.!'!te!~~':I!J1~d~~---------~- .................. -·············-··········---------- ---··------~------···--·~ ! (1) In A TTl. I GPS A TTl. Mode, it has landing judgment, which will stop motors. 

(2) Start motors in A TTl. I GPS A TTl. Mode, you have to execute CSC and then push throttle stick 

over 10% in 3 seconds, otherwise motors will stop after 3 seconds. 

(3) During normal flight, only pull throttle stick under 10% will not stop motors in any control mode. 

(4) For safety reason, when the slope angle of multi-rotor is over 70° during the flight in A TTl. I 

GPS A TTl. Mode (may be caused by collision, motor and ESC error or propeller broken down), 

and throttle stick is under 10%, motors will stop automatically. 

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Notes of lntelliQent Mode & Immediately Mode 

0 (1) If you choose the Immediately Mode, you should not pull throttle stick under 10% during flight, 

because it will stop motors. If you do it accidentally, you should push the throttle stick over 10% 

in 5s to re-start motors. 

(2) DO NOT execute the CSC during normal flight without any reason, or it will stop motors at 

once. 

----~-------···---.. ·· 

(1) If you choose the Intelligent mode, and the throttle stick is under 10%, this will trigger the 

landing Procedure, in any control mode. In this judgment, pitch, roll and yaw controls are denied 

except the throttle, but multi-rotor will still auto level. 

(2) In any control mode, DO NOT pull throttle stick under 10% during normal flight without any 

reason. 

1- -----·-----------------------------------! 

(1) Any of these two cut off types will only work properly if TX calibration is correct done. 

(2) In failed-safe, CSC is denied by the main controller, motors will hold their state. 

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Step/ Compass Calibration 

Without GPS module, please skip this step. If you use with GPS module, follow step-by-step for calibration. 

(1) DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is magnetic interference, such as magnetite, car 

park, and steel reinforcement under the ground. 

0 (2) DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as keys or cell phones. 

(3) Compass module CAN NOT work in the polar circle. 

(4) Compass Calibration is very important, otherwise the system will work abnormal. 

Calibration Procedures 

l. 

2. 

Switch on the transmitter, and then power on autopilot system! ·~ 

Quickly switch the control mode switch from GPS Mode to Manual Mode and back to GPS Mode (or I 

from GPS Mode to A TTl Mode and back to GPS Mode) for more than 5 times, The LED indicator will 

turn on constantly yellow so that the aircraft is ready for the calibration. 

3. (Fig.l) Hold your Multi-rotor horizontal and rotate it around the gravitational force line (about 360°) until 

the LED changes to constant green, and then go to the next step. 

4. (Fig.2)Hold your Multi-rotor vertically and rotate it (its nose is downward) around the gravitational force 

line (about 360°) until the LED turns off, meaning the calibration is finished. 

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Fig.l Fig.2 

5. If the calibration was successful, calibration mode will exit automatically. If the LED keeps flashing quickly 

Red, the calibration has failed. Switch the control mode switch one time to cancel the calibration, and 

then re-start from step 2. 

(l) When the GPS is abnormal, the Main controller will tell you by the LED blinking Red and 

alternately ( ). disable the GPS Module, and automatically enter the aircraft into the 

ATII.Mode. 

(2) You don't need to rotate your multi-rotor on a precise horizontal or vertical surface, but keep at 

least 45 • difference between horizontal and vertical calibration. 

(3) If you keep having calibration failure, it might suggest that there is very strong magnetic 

interference around the GPS /Compass module, please avoid flying in this area. 

(4) When to do re-calibration 

The flight field is changed. 

I a) 

b) When the multi-rotor mechanical setup has changed: j 

I e If the GPS/Compass module is re-positioned. I • If electronic devices are added/removed/ re-positioned (Main Controller, servos, 

batteries, etc.). I 

L • When the mechanical structure ~!.!~-~.'!),-rot~ is chan~ ________ _j 

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c) If the flight direction appears to be shifting (meaning the multi-rotor doesn't "fly 

straight"). 

d) The LED indicator often indicates abnormality blinking when the multi-rotor spins. (It is 

normal for this to 

Step2 Assembly Checking List 

Please check each item, to make sure for safety. 

Any of the following mistakes will lead to a dangerous accident, double check all these items: 

(l) Rotation direction of motor is opposite 

Infirm connection between the motor and the ESC 

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(2) 

(3) 

(4) 

Wrong or infirm installation of Main controller 

Wrong or infirm connection between the main controller and ESC. 

(5) Propeller installation mistake 

(6) Magnetization of the compass 

Make sure the following items are correct. 

(1) Make sure you have assembled your multi-rotor correctly. 

I (2) Make sure you have done the configuration procedure correctly. 

(3) Make sure all connections are in good condition. 

(4) Make sure batteries are fully charged for your transmitter, autopilot system and all devices. 

Step3 Before Flight 

Carry out the following procedures {is based on Intelligent Mode of Motor Stop) to make sure all 

configurations are correct. Refer to the Appendix->LED Description for more LED details. 

1. Always switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor! 

2. Keep the aircraft stationary until the system start and self-check has finished (eeoeeoeeoeeee). 

After that, the LED may blink Yellow 4 times quickly (0000). Start motor is disable during LED blinking 

Yellow 4 times quickly (0000), as the system is warming up. 

3. After the 4 times Yellow LED disappears, toggle the control mode switch on your transmitter to make sure it 

is working properly. For example, LED blinks ( 0 ••• ), which means the system is in A TIL Mode and the 

GPS signal is worst Check it with LED indicator to specify the current working mode for MC. See following 

table for details about LED indicator; 

(1) There are Manual Mode and A TTl. Mode without a GPS/Compass module, no GPS signal status LED 

indicator. 

(2) After connecting to the GPS/Compass module, GPS A TTl. Mode is available, and GPS signal status 

LED indicator is available. 

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Control Mode LED Indicator 

Manual Mode, NO LED 

A TTl. Mode, 0 ( 00 indicates that is stick(s} not at center) 

GPS Mode, • ( •• indicates that is stick(s) not at center) 

GPS Signal Status LED Indicator 

Signal is best (GPS satellites> 6), NO LED 

Signal is well (GPS satellites= 6) ,e 

Signal is bad(GPS satellites = 5) , •• 

Signal is worst (GPS satellites< 5), ... 

4. Keep the aircraft stationary, and then push both sticks to the left bottom or right bottom (shown as the 

following chart, defined as Combination Stick Commands (CSC}}, to start the motors. 

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5. Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the mid point, and the throttle stick under the mid 

point. Then check whether all propellers are rotating correctly. 

6. Stop motors, power off the Multi-rotor. 

7. Make sure all settings and configurations are correct and then you can take off you aircraft. 

After power on, if abnormal LED Indicator occurs, please refer to the Abnormal LED instruction in the FAQ and 

aids troubleshooting. 

Test 

buildings and crowds as flying filed. Place the aircraft 3 

meters away from you and others, to avoid accidental injury. 

2. If in GPS A TTl. Mode, place the aircraft in an open space without buildings or trees. Take off the aircraft 

after 6 or more GPS satellites are found (Red LED blinks once or no blinking). If in Manual Mode or A TTl. 

Mode, you can skip this step. 

3. Start-up 

(1) Switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor! Keep the aircraft stationary until the 

system start and self-check has finished. 

(2) Please wait for the system to warm up gradually with the LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly 

(0000). You should not start the motors until the blinking disappears. 

(3) Keep the aircraft stationary, and execute the CSC to start the motors. 

(4) Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the mid point, at the same time raise the 

throttle stick from the bottom. The motors will stop if you do not push the throttle stick from the 

bottom within 3 sec and you will need to re-start the motors. 

(5) Keep raising the throttle stick until all the rotors are working, push the throttle stick to the mid point 

and then take-off your multi-rotor gently, pay attention not to push the stick excessively. 

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(6) Pay attention to the aircraft movement at any time when flying, and use the sticks to adjust the 

aircraft's position. Keep the yaw, roll, pitch and throttle sticks at the mid point to hover the aircraft 

at the desired height. 

4. Lower the aircraft slowly. Pull the throttle stick to the bottom and then execute the CSC to stop the motors 

after landing. 

5. Please off the Multi-rotor first, and then switch off the transmitter after 

FLYING NOTES(VERY IMPORT ANT) ! ! ! 

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(1) If the warm up waiting is longer than 2 minutes (the 4 times Yellow blink continues), please power 

off for 10 minutes, cold start, and then connect the assistant software, enter the "Tools" · > IMU 

calibration, carry out the Advanced calibration. 

(2) If you enable the Immediately Mode of Motor Stop; you should not pull throttle stick under 10% 

during flight, because it will stop motors. If you do it accidentally, you should push the throttle 

stick over 10% in Ss to re-start motors. 

(3) 

(4) 

(5) 

DO NOT execute the CSC during normal flight without any reason, or it will stop motors at once. 

Pay attention to the GPS satellite status LED indicator. Bad GPS signal may lead the aircraft to 

drift when hovering. 

DO NOT fly near to ferromagnetic substances, to avoid strong magnetic interference with the 

GPS. 

(6) Please avoid using GPS A TTl. Mode in the areas, where GPS signal is most likely bad. 

(7) If the LED flashes quickly Red then this indicates battery voltage is low, land ASAP. 

(8) If the transmitter indicates low-battery alarm, please land ASAP. In this condition the transmitter 

may cause the aircraft to go out of control or even crash. 

(9) In GPS ATTI. Mode, make sure that the home point is recorded when the GPS signal is well; 

otherwise the home point recording may be not so precise. 

(1) In A TTl Mode, throttle stick center position is for Om/s along the vertical direction. You should 

keep the position of throttle stick higher than 10% from cut-throttle during the flight! In any 

control mode, DO NOT pull throttle stick under 10% during normal flight without any reason. 

(2) It is recommended to land the aircraft slowly, to prevent the aircraft from damage when landing. 

(3) If Low-Voltage Alarm is set, the aircraft will act according to the configuration of the Assistant 

Software once Low-Voltage Alarm is triggered. Make sure you remember what you have set 

before. 

(4) If Fail-Safe function is set, the aircraft will act according to the configuration of the Assistant 

Software once Fail-Safe is triggered. Make sure you remember what you have set before. 

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Advanced Functions 

AI FailSafe 

An introduction of Go-Home and Landing. 

"' Signal lost 

Stay hover 

A 

Home-point, Before takeoff, current position of multi-rotor will be saved as home-point by NC automatically when 

you start the motors for the first time after 6 or more GPS satellites are found (red light blinks once or no blinking) 

for 10 seconds. 

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(1) Please make sure to record the home-point before takeoff, and clearly know where it is. 

(2) During go-home the nose direction of the aircraft is facing toward the home-point, the aircraft is 

flying directly from the current position to the home-point. 

(3) You can regain the control during the aircraft is hovering 15 seconds. 

The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control 

This section will demonstrate the working logic of failsafe and how to regain control. -What triggered failsafe 

The following description is effective only when: 

1. The aircraft is in flight. 

2. The GPS works normally and signal is good (;:, 6 satellite, the LED blinks a single -How to regain control 

red light or no red light). -Precautions 

Attitude Mode: (1) the aircraft will level its attitude ..--------

(1) The aircraft 

flies far away, 

TX is on but the 

signal is weak. 

(2)T urn off the 

TX (we assume 

you want to 

trigger failsafe) 

immediately (2) 3 seconds later, failsafe is triggered and 

• aircraft will start to go home. (3) If signal is regained during 

(1) or (2), it will resume normal flight immediately. 

GPS Mode: (1) the aircraft will slow down and hover. (2) if 

~ • the signal is restored within 3 seconds (TX and receiver 

connected), the system will immediately return to normal 

operation; does not enter failsafe. (3) if not reconnected 

within 3sec, the system will enter failsafe, then even if the 

signal is restored, the system will not exit failsafe. 

In this case, the behavior of the aircraft is the same as in 

the above condition. 

.. ., If you want the aircraft to Return Home, please do not turn 

the TX back on within 3 seconds', otherwise the aircraft 

will exit failsafe mode immediately. 

GPS Mode: switch the TX mode 

switch to ATIL if the receiver is 

connected, then you will regain 

control. 

If you. choose to turn off the TX, 

you must be pretty sure that you 

know how to regain control. Here 

we offer a method, please read 

carefully. 

i We stron<;JIY recommend you DO NOT try this, because there are three I When you turn ?ff the TX, use the following 

types of nsk: method to reg am control: 

(1) You must be pretty clear whether the Home-point is OK for landing or (1) Switch the TX switch to GPS. , 

not. (You have to understand the definition of Home-point well and the (2) and then put throttle to the center 1 

working process of failsafe) position(greater than 3sec after switching off, 1 

(2) If there are tall buildings around, the aircraft may be obstructed on the important), you can now turn the TX back on. I 

way. (3) then you can switch the TX Control mode ] (3) When GPS signal is bad or GPS is not working, failsafe will not work switch to Am to regain control. 

Note: if you start the motors, but d< aircraft, in this case it is very dangerous to turn 

off the TX, because the aircraft will I is. ----------

+If signal lost for more than 3 seconds failsafe will be triggered, if signal regained within 3 seconds it will exit failsafe immediately. 

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A2 Low-Voltage Alert 

In order to prevent your multi-rotor from a crash or other harmful consequences caused by low battery voltage, 

there are two levels of low voltage protection available to use. You can choose to use or not to use them; however 

we strongly recommend using the protections if available! Low-Voltage Alert is to indicate that the battery cannot 

provide enough power for the aircraft, in order to warn you to land the aircraft ASAP. You can configure this 

function in the assistant software, and please read the text in the software carefully before your flight. Make sure to 

carry out the Current Voltage Calibration. 

There are both first level and second level protections. The first level protection has LED warning. During second 

level protection the aircraft will land automatically with LED warning. Meanwhile the center point of throttle stick 

will move up slowly to 90% of endpoint, you should land ASAP to prevent your aircraft from crashing! 

It is not for fun. you should land your aircraft ASAP to prevent your aircraft from crashing or other harmful 

consequences!!! 

~ (l) Configure the FailSafe function in the assistant software ->"Advanced"-> "F/S" and read the 

instruction thoroughly and carefully. 

(2) Configure the Low-Voltage Alert function in the assistant software ->"Advanced" ->"Voltage" 

and read the instruction thoroughly and carefully. 

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A3 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Flight (with GPS module) 

Definition of Forward Direction: 

Multi -rotor will fly along this direction when you push the elevator stick ( ..... ). 

SteplBefore You Start 

Usually, the forward direction of a flying multi-rotor is the same as the nose direction. By using IOC, wherever the 

nose points, the forward direction has nothing to do with nose direction. The red and blue arrows on the transmitter 

are corresponding to pitch and roll operations in the following diagram. 

• In course lock flying, the forward direction is the same as a recorded nose direction. All the following 

requirements are met: the autopilot system is in A Til. Mode or GPS A TTl. Mode. 

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Normal flying Course Lock Flying 

• In home lock flying, the forward direction is the same as the direction from home point to multi-rotor. All the 

following requirements are met: 6 or more GPS satellites are found, in GPS A TTl. Mode, and the aircraft is 

further than 10m away from the home point. 

* ~ 

~ ? ... 

•Home 

Normal flying Home Lock Flying 

Step2IOC Switch Setting 

Before using the IOC function, you have to choose a 3-position switch on your transmitter as the IOC switch, which 

is also used for recording the orientation, home position in corresponding modes. Refer to the assistant software; 

click the "Advanced" to find the "IOC''. 

IOCSwitch :~ \\!!:} ,' ,_# 

IOC Function OFF 

,-, 

1,~ 

,~, 

.... _ ," 

Course Lock 

,~'-', I I 

\ 

... _ __./ 

Home Lock 

The above table is for example. The function of the switch position may be reversed since the 

normal/reversed setting of the switch channel. Toggle the switch and observe the slider position of 

channel X2 on the assistant software screen, the corresponding area should turn blue. 

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Step3Method of Forward Direction and Home Point Recording 

If you use the IOC function, please be aware of the Forward Direction of Course Lock Flying, and the home point of 

Home Lock Flying. There are two ways to record the forward direction and the home point' Manually and 

Automatically. You may choose any one record method. The LED will blink Green quickly if successfully recorded. 

Automatically 

Manually 

Course Lock 

30 seconds after you power on the 

autopilot system. 

30 seconds after you power on the 

autopilot system. Toggle the IOC switch 

from Off to Course Lock, and back to Off 

quickly 3 to 5 times. 

Home Lock 

Before takeoff, the current position of the aircraft 

will be saved as home point when you start the 

motors for the first time after 6 or more GPS 

satellites have been found for 10 seconds. 

After 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

And the aircraft can be hovering. Toggle the IOC 

switch from Course Lock to Home Lock, and back 

I 

DO NOT toggle the switch between Off to Home Lock, since it may change the recording of the 

Forward Direction of Course Lock. 

Step410C Flying Test 

Then you can do Course Lock and Home Lock flying test. 

Carry out an IOC flight by the following procedure. The Control Mode LED will blink Yellow and Green 

alternatively ( oe) to indicate the IOC mode only when the main controller is really to fly in Course Lock, Home 

Lock modes. 

-

the 

STEP!, Record same flight 

Course Lock 

Record 

* 

the 

Switch Setting Forward 

Direction 

··-~---~~,~~~-·~·· 

Home Lock 

* 

Record the 

Switch Setting 

Home Point 

STEP2,0N 

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS or A TTl. position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

to Course Lock 

X .:~ 

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

to Home Lock 

STEP3,0FF 

·¥ 

Toggle IOC switch 

to OFF position 

* 

• 

Toggle IOC switch 

to OFF position 

STEP4: ON again 

+ 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Course 

Lock position 

X 

• 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Home 

Lock position 

--+ Aircraft moving direction when pull pitch stick --+ Aircraft moving direction when pull roll stick 

eHome point > Aircraft ( the arrow is pointing to the direction of the aircraft nose ) 

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IOC FLYING NOTES ! ! ! 

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(1) When Multi-rotor is flying by home lock far away from you and the home point, please DO NOT 

toggle the IOC switch many times quickly so as to avoid the change of home point without your 

attention. 

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(1) Home lock flying requires that 6 or more GPS satellites are found and the aircraft is further than 

10m away from the home point. 

(2) If the IOC flying requirement is not satisfied, the autopilot system will quit IOC control mode. 

Please be aware of the LED indicator, to know the current control mode of the autopilot system. 

(l) Blinking indications of IOC 0. are, 

a) Before motors start, Oe blink, all sticks (except throttle stick) return to center; Oee 

blink, stick(s) (except throttle stick) not at center. 

b) After motors start and throttle stick is over 10% in 3 seconds, 0. blink, all sticks return 

to center; 0 •• blink, stick(s) not at center. 

(2) Before you do the home lock flight, you have to fly the aircraft out of the 10m range around 

home point, and then flip the IOC switch to Home Lock position to fly in home lock when all the 

requirements are met. If you have already toggled the IOC switch to Home Lock position when 

the aircraft is still in 10m range around home point, and this is the first time you are going to fly 

in home lock during the current flight, then if all the requirements are met, the main controller 

will change into home lock automatically when Multi-rotor flies out the 10m range around home 

point 

(3) When flying in Home Lock mode, if any of the following situations happen, then the system will 

quit Home Lock flying and automatically enter Course Lock flying. The aircraft will fly in Course 

Lock using the earlier forward direction. 

a) The aircraft fly's within 10m range of the home point 

b) You toggle the control mode switch to the A TTL Mode. 

c) The GPS signal becomes bad (The GPS signal LED is blinking Red twice or three times). 

(4) We suggest that you should know clearly which flight lock method you are going to fly, and you 

know the locked forward direction or home point, before you switch on IOC mode during the 

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A4 Receiver Advanced Protection Function 

You are asked to enable this function by connecting to the Assistant Software, please set it at the section of 

Basic->R/C-> Receiver Advanced Protection. 

If you choose enable it, the FailSafe will be triggered if the following situations occur during flight. 

According to the difference of the aircraft height, there are two situations. 

1. Lower than lOOm, the A/E/R channel is not at the mid point. 

2. Higher than lOOm, the A/E/R channel is not at the mid point or the throttle stick is above the mid point. 

In the GPS Mode or A TTl. Mode, if the requirement a) or b) is satisfied, and the output data of four channels 

A/E/R/T have not changed for 20 seconds, then the aircraft will hover automatically. After that, if the output data 

of four channels A/E/R/T still do not any changes and last for 10 seconds, the autopilot system will think that the 

data from receiver is abnormal, and then enter the FailSafe Mode. 

Brief introduction of how to quit the FailSafe Mode 

If there is any command change from the receiver, the autopilot system thinks that the receiver is regained. In A TTl. 

Mode and Manual Mode, it will quit the FailSafe Mode automatically. In GPS Mode, please toggle the control mode 

switch to the A Til. Mode and Manual Mode position to regain the control. Refer to the FailSafe section for more 

details. 

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AS Flight Limits 

The flight limits function is default enabled in the NAZA-M Flight control system, it's aimed to restrict the flying 

height and distance of the aircraft. The Max Height restricts the vertical distance between the aircraft and the 

Home point, the Max Radius restricts the horizontal distance between the aircraft and the Home point. 

The default Max Height is 2000m and Max Radius is 2000m. Users can write the values of the Max Height and Max 

Radius in the Assistant software, the range of the Max Height is lOm-lOOOOOm, the range of the Max Radius is the 

same. So that the aircraft will fly in the entered range, which is a cylinder space above the Home point. 

I 

(l) 

/ 

/ 

Max 

Height 

-- -~- --

Max' 

Home. Radius 'j 

Point ' • 

Height Limit works when the control mode is GPS or ATTL Mode. Radius Limit works when the 

control mode is GPS and the satellite number ?:6. 

(2) If the aircraft flies out of the limits, it's still controllable except flying further away. 

(3) If the control mode is changed to GPS when the aircraft is out of Max Radius, the aircraft will fly 

back within the entered range. 

(4) The Failsafe and the Ground Station operations are not restricted to the Flight Limits. 

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Appendix 

l_"" __ - -'!~- _.L'! 

General 

Built-In Functions 

Peripheral 

Supported Multi-rotor 

Supported ESC output 

Recommended Transmitter 

Assistant Software System Requirement 

Electrical & Mechanical 

Working Voltage Range 

Power Consumption 

Operating Temperature 

Weight 

Dimensions 

(l) Three Modes of Autopilot (4)S-Bus/S-Bus2 Receiver Support 

(2)Enhanced Fail Safe (5)PPM Receiver Support 

(3)Low Voltage Protection (6)2-axle Gimbal Support 

• Quad-rotor 14, X4; 

• Hexa-rotor I 6, X6, IY6, Y6. 

• Octo- rotor 18, V8, X8 

400Hz refresh frequency. 

PCM or 2.4GHz with a minimum 4 channels. 

Windows XP SP3; Windows 7; Windows 8 

• MC 4.8V - 5.5 V 

• PMU Input; 7.4V- 26.0 V (recommend 2S- 6S LiPo) 

• 

Output(V-SEN port red wire), 3A@5V 

Output(V-SEN port red wire)burst current,7.5A 

MAX, l.SW(0.3A@5V) 

e Normal, 0.6W(O.l2A@5V) 

-1o·c- 5o·c (l4F -122Fl 

e MC27g 

• 

• 

GPS/Compass; 27g 

PMU, 28g 

e LED, l3g 

• MC, 45.5mm x 32.5mm x 18.5mm 

• GPS/Compass; 46mm (diameter) x lOmm 

e PMU : 39.5mm x 27.5mm x lO.Omm 

e LED : 25mm x 25mm x 7.0mm 

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads) 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) 

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 

Max Tilt Angle 

Max Ascent/ Descent Speed 

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• Vertical, ± 0.8m 

e Horizontal; ±2.5m 

2oo· /s 

35. 

Ascent , 6m/ s, Descent; 4.5 m/ s 
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MC/PMU Firmware Upgrade 

Please follow the procedure for software and firmware upgrade; otherwise the system might not work properly. For 

SAFETY REASONS, DO NOT use power battery during firmware upgrade. 

1. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet. 

2. Please close all the other applications during the firmware upgrade, including anti-virus software and 

firewall. 

3. Make sure the power supply is securely connected. DO NOT un-plug the power supply until firmware 

upgrade has finished. 

4. Connect system to PC with Micro-USB cable, DO NOT break connection until firmware upgrade is 

finished. 

5. Run Software and wait for connection. 

6. Select jUpgradel option-7Check the MC and PMU Firmware Version. 

7. DJI server will check your current firmware version, and get the latest firmware prepared for the unit. 

8. If there is a firmware version more up-to-date than your current version, you will be able to click to 

update them. 

9. Wait until Assistant software shows "finished". 

10. Click IQEJ and power cycle the unit after at least 5 seconds. 

11. Your unit is now up-to-date. 

(l) After firmware upgrade, please re-configure the system using Assistant software. 

(2) 

I If firmware upgrade failed, the system will enter waiting for firmware upgrade status 

automatically, please try again with the above procedures. 

(3) Select~ option-7Check the GPS Firmware Version, online upgrade is disable. 

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LED Descriotion 

System Status 

System start and self-check 

IMU abnormal data or need advanced 

calibration• 

Warm up after power on 

The aircraft is moved or bias of sensors too big 

Compass error too big, need recalibration. 

Transmitter (TX) signal lost, enter the FailSafe. 

TX stick(s) mid point error too big 

Low voltage alert or other abnormal alert• 

(e.g. Configuration error, TX data error, Enable 

low voltage protection without PMU, SN error 

or Compass abnormal work.) 

Record forward direction or home point 

Control Mode Indictor 

GPS Signal State Indicator 

( GPS/Compass Module is necessary) 

LED Flashing 

eeoeeoeeo•••• 

••o 

0000 

•••••• 

00000000000000000000 

• ••• 

•••••••••••••••••••• 

•••••••••••••••••••• 

Manual Mode: None 

A TTl. Mode: 0 ( stick(s) not at center 00 ) 

GPS Mode: • ( stick(s) not at center •• ) 

IOC Mode: Oe ( stick(s) not at center 0ee ) 

GPS Signal is Best(GPS Satellite number> 6): None 

GPS Signal is Well(GPS Satellite number= 6): • 

GPS Signal is Bad (GPS Satellite number = 5): •• 

GPS Signal is Worst (GPS Satellite number< 5): ••• 

Compass Calibration LED Flashing 

Begin horizontal calibration 

Begin vertical calibration 

Calibration or others error •••••••••••••••••••• 

*You can figure out the error by connecting the autopilot system to the assistant software. 

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Instruction of Vl (also known as NAZA-M) 

Vl (also known as NAZA-M) system is different from V2 system, if you are Vl system user, please read the following 

text carefully, and refer to the other text in this Guide for usage details (including Assistant Software Configuration, 

Basic flying, Advanced Function Appendix and FAQ, etc_) . 

V1 Assembly and Connection 

Connect the Vl system according to the following chart. 

(Optional) GPSICOMPASS 

GPS..Carpass is sensitive to magn&:tc interference, should be far fNiflf frtm my electronic d!Mces. 

You shoUld use epacy resm AS glUe to assemble the GPS bracket first as the figure showed m 

previous page. 

Mruntlhebrackaonlhecaterplaleofcraftlirst,lhenfill:lheGPSootheplaleofthebrackel(by 

3MglueprcNidad). TheGPSISsansiM!tovbalion inlafereoce, soposiljonlhebrackelallaast 10 

anfi"001anyrd:or. 

The DJIIogJ marlled on the GPS shoUd face tha sky, wih lha onertaiO"JII"row JX)inling df9dty 

faward. The GPSJCanpass is pacllaged with especial irxlcalion 11ne fa" ITDilling for the first tine. 

If you are uocertain wiSher materials neertheGPS.oCQ11)BSS mod.Jie 11"9 rnagneiiC or rd:, yw can 

use a~ a magnetlo check t. If you use your own mounting rod, make sure ~ 1s NOT 

magnetic! 

vu Do not mount it on any other electronic devices. Make sure 

can see the LED light during the ftight 

If use with DJI multi-rotor, you can solder the VU 

power pads on frame bottom board. Please refer to DJI 

manual for details. 

If use with 3rcl part multi-rotor, you can make a connecter 

yourself to connect VU, ESCs and battery. 

Sufficient air flow over the VU is highly recommended. 

ImPortant: tfie'COntfnuous ,output of the VU is lMPSV. and 

maximum instant current is 7.5A If 

the V U cannot afford the wortdng 

current for your servos, please use an 

independent power supply.: otherwise, 

it may cause the V U safeguard and 

lead to the main controller reboot 

MC Please use 3M gummed paper provided To mount MC, and 

MC parallel to the aircraft horizon. 

The output ports of MC (the right side in figure) should 

the front of multi-rotor. You' d better put MC at 1 

center of multi-rotor. Please make sure all ports are 

when installing the MC so as to facilitate wiring and 

configuration. lji:ij In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal pins. 

After choosing a location to mount the MC, it is ----

recommended that you DO NOT mount the MC 

until all wirings and software configurations are completed. 

V1 is compatible with the PMU V2 (Accessory of Naza-M V2) 

Vl system is compatible with the PMU V2 of V2 system; please carry out the following connection. The other 

modules connection is the same as before. 

Important: You are asked to upgrade your Firmware version of Vl MC to V3.10 or above, as the PUM V2 can only 

work with the MC of version 3.10 or above. 

Take negative 

power supply 

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Vl Port Description 

Please remember the function of each port, which may help you to use the Naza-1'1 efficiently. 

Controller 

..... For roll control (left/right) 

..... For pitch control (front/back) 

..... For throttle control 

..... For rudder control 

..... For Control Mode Switch 

....... For gimbal pitch control I Or for gain tuning 

~ For D-Bus (S-Bus/ S-Bus2 compatible) Or for gain tuning I Or for IOC switch 

...... For voltage monitor (Connect with VU V-SEN port) 

..... To#lrotor 

tiD-- To#2rotor 

....... To#3rotor 

...... To#4rotor 

ED-- To #5 rotor 

....... To#6rotor 

---- To gimbal roll servo I Or to#] rotor (Upgrade the MC Firmware to V3.10 or above} 

~ To gimbal pitch servo Or to #8 rotor (Upgrade the MC Firmware to V3.10 or above} 

CLEO""] 

cEXP.-, 

LED port. for LED wire connection from Versatile Unit 

GPS port, for GPS module wire connection. 

(In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal pins.) 

Versatile Unit 

V-SEN V-SEN port, To the X3 port of the main controller, for monitoring battery voltage and supplying 

power 

• Orange wire (signal wire) output, ±3.3V 

• Red wire (power wire) output' 3A@5V 

LED LED wire, to LED port of the main controller. 

~ USB port, PC connection for configuration and firmware upgrades. 

GPS & Compass 

Connect to the EXP. port. 

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!General 

I Built-In Functions 

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Peripheral 

Supported Multi-rotor 

Supported ESC output 

Recommended Transmitter 

Assistant Software System Requirement 

Electrical & Mechanical 

Working Voltage Range 

Power Consumption 

Operating Temperature 

Weight 

Dimensions 

• Three Modes of Autopilot I 

• Enhanced Fail Safe 

• Low Voltage Protection 

• S-Bus/ S-Bus2 Receiver Support 

• PPM Receiver Support 

• 2-axle Gimbal Support 

• Quad-rotor 14, X4: 

• Hexa-rotor I 6, X6, IY6, Y6. 

• Octo-rotor 18, V8, X8 (Upgrade the MC Firmware to 

V3.10 or above) 

400Hz refresh frequency. 

PCM or 2.4GHz with a minimum 4 channels. 

Windows XP SP3; Windows 7 

e MC: 4.8V - 5.5 V 

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VU Input: 7.2V- 26.0 V (recommend 2S- 6S LiPo) 

Output(V-SEN port red wire): 3A@5V 

Output(V-SEN port red wire)burst current:7.5A 

MAX: 1.5W(0.3A@5V) 

e Normal: 0.6W(O.l2A@5V) 

-lO"C- 50"C(l4F -122F) 

e MC: 25g 

• GPS: 21.3g 

e VU: 20g 

• MC: 45.5mm x 31.5mm x 18.5mm 

• GPS & Compass: 46mm (diameter) x 9mm 

e VU: 32.2mm x 2l.lmm x 7.7mm 

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads) 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) 

Yaw Angular Velocity 

Tilt Angle 

Ascent / Descent Speed 

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• Vertical: ± 0.8m 

• Horizontal: ± 2.5m 

200" /s 

45" 

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FAQ 

Abnormal LED Indication List 

During the Checking Procedure, if abnormal LED Indicator occurs or even the system cannot work normally, please 

refer to the following list and aids troubleshooting. 

(1) "System initializing and self-checking LED flashes" are not correct (eeoeeoeeoeeee Red LED 

appears in the last four green flashes). The autopilot system works abnormally. Please contact your 

dealer. 

(2) LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly (0000). The system is warming up. You cannot start the motors until 

the 4 rapid yellow flashes disappear. If the warm up waiting is longer than 2 minutes, please power off for 

5 minutes, cold start, and then connect the assistant software, enter the "Tools" - > IMU calibration, carry 

out the Advanced calibration. 

(3) After the system start and self-checking has finished, if the LED blinks Red, Green and Yellow <••o) 

continually. Sensor error is too big. Please connect the assistant software, enter the "Tools" · > IMU 

calibration, carry out calibration. 

(4) At the first motors start, the system will check the sensors Bias and you are asked to keep the aircraft 

stationary (no need of horizontal level). If you cannot start the motors and the LED blinks Green 6 times 

quickly ( •••••• }, it means that the sensor error is too big. Please connect the assistant software, 

enter the "Tools" - > IMU calibration, carry out basic calibration. 

Note: after the first successful motors start, this checking will be disabled and it is no need any more to 

keep the aircraft stationary during starting motors. 

(5} The system blinks Red LED quickly during flying. Low-voltage protection is triggered. Please land the 

aircraft ASAP. 

(6) The system blinks Yellow LED quickly during flying. FailSafe Mode is triggered. Pay attention that there is 

no tall buildings and trees to block your aircraft during go-home. 

(7) The LED blinks Red and Yellow alternately ( ). Compass error is too big. 

a) There may be a ferromagnetic substance close to the Phantom. Lift the aircraft up about lm from 

the ground, if there is no Red and Yellow flashing, then it will not affect the flight. 

b) Otherwise, re-calibrate the compass. 

c) If re-calibration does not work, please connect to the Assistant Software, select the ''Tools" and 

follow the tips to carry out the required operation. 

Fix the TBE {Toilet Bowl Effect) Problem 

When flying in GPS A TTl. Mode and the compass calibration has been done correctly, should you find the aircraft 

rotating (Toilet bowl effect), or drifting when hovering. Please check the GPS module mounting orientation and then 

re-do the compass calibration. Carry out the following procedure to re-mount the GPS module. 

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In the following diagram (view from the top), the aircraft can appear to be rotating in both clockwise and 

counter-clockwise direction, please re-mount the GPS module correspondingly . 

.- - "'::$ is the rotating direction of aircraft, ~is the nose direction of aircraft, 

• •. is the arrow direction on the GPS module, B is the offset angle for GPS re-mounting(about 10-30°) 

Clockwise rotating I GPS re-mounting 

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Should you find the multi-rotor does not track straight in forward flight. 

Please carry out several more courses, the system will fix it automatically. 

Motors Start failure caused by TX stick(s) mid-point error too big 

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If the TX stick(s) mid-point error is too big, Motors Start will fail when you execute the Combination Stick 

Commands (CSC) and lead to the aircraft will not takeoff .. And the LED will blink Red four times per second 

continually to warn you. 

TX stick(s) mid-point error too big can be caused by the following reasons: 

(1) There is TX stick (except the throttle stick) not at center when power on the autopilot system. 

(2) The TX sticks has been trimmed, which leads to the large deviation of mid-point. For example, the 

SUB-TRIM has been adjusted for Futaba transmitter. 

{3) The TX stick(s) travel has larger asymmetry. 

For the reason {1), please put all TX sticks at the mid-point, and then power cycle the autopilot system to re-record 

the mid-point. If the problem continues, that can be caused by the reason (2) or reason (3), you need to adjust the 

output range of your TX, and then use the Assistant Software to redo the TX calibration. Please carry out the 

following procedures. 

(1) Connect to the Assistant software, click Basic-> R/C-> Command Sticks Calibration, and push all TX 

sticks throughout their complete travel range to see if any stick cannot reach its largest position. 

(2) Adjust the largest travel of TX stick until the cursor on the Assistant software can reach both end 

positions, according to your TX manual. 

(3) Power cycle the autopilot system, note that power cycle is required. 

(4) Redo the TX calibration according to the Assistant software. 

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Attitude Controllable When One Motor Output is Failed 

For Hexa-rotor, including Hexa-rotor I, Hexa-rotor V, Hexa-rotor IV and Hexa-rotor Y, aircraft is attitude controllable 

when one motor output is failed. 

The NAZA-tvl can still control the attitude of the Hexa-rotor for a safe landing when one motor output of the 

Hexa-rotor has failed, for example, one motor is stopped or one propeller is broken, etc. 

The control mode of NAZA-tvl should be in Atti. tvlode or GPS Atti. tvlode. The aircraft will rotate, due to an 

imbalance of torque; however, it can still be controlled by the Transmitter. 

Select Course lock or home lock mode for flying the aircraft into a safe area to land when the aircraft is far away or 

the attitude can't be recognized. Even when the multi rotor is rotating, using Course lock or home lock mode will 

allow you to move the multi rotor in the corresponding Transmitter stick direction. 

When used with other DJI products 

The NAZA-tvl system communicates with other DJI products (e.g. H3-2D gimbal, BTU module, iOSD mini and iOSD 

tvlark II) via the CAN-Bus port (C!lr-") of the NAZA Ptv\U V2. You can plug new DJI products into any spare CAN-Bus 

port, since CAN-Bus ports on NAZA-tvl, CAN HUB, GCU, iOSD mini, iOSD tv\ ark II and 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink are 

the same for the communications. 

When there are not enough CAN-Bus ports for additional DJI products, then a DJI CAN HUB module is 

recommended. The following diagram is for your connection reference. 

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ZEHMUSE H3-2D 

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BTU 

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CAN HUB 

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Fig.3 Use a CAN HUB to connect the 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink 

BTU 

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~ Users can use the NM Assistant on the mobile device when a BTU module is connecting with the 

Ground end of the2.4G Bluetooth Datalink (No need to connect another BTU module to the Flight 

control system). 

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SAFETY ZONE 

FLIGHT LINE 

30' 

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accompanied with an instructor. 

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• Aircraft remain within the Buffer Zone. Instructor will assume 

control if this occurs. 

• Distances are recommended and can be adjusted based on the 

training area. 

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