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Drone/UAS Practice Group 35 E Wacker Drive

Suite 1875

Chicago, IL 60601

Tel. 312.201.8310

 Jeffrey@Antonelli-Law.com

U.S. Department of Transportation June 25, 2015

Docket Management System

1200 New Jersey Ave S.E. 

Washington, D.C. 20590

Re: Request for Exemption under Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 

and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations from Certain Provisions of 14 C.F.R.

Dear Sir or Madam:

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the Reform

Act) and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, Antonelli Law files this petition for exemption on behalf of Hover

Effect, LLC ("Hover Effect"), an operator of Small Unmanned Aircraft (“UAs”) used for aerial

photography and videography for (1) closed-set filming for motion picture and television

production; and (2) the real estate industry. Specifically, applicant seeks an exemption from the

Federal Aviation Regulations (“FARs”) listed in Appendix A to allow commercial operation of

its UAs, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined herein

or as may be established by the FAA in a grant of this petition. This request is substantially 

similar to other petitions previously approved, and should be considered under the expedited 

summary grant procedure.

Approval of the exemption for petitioner will allow commercial operation of the DJI 

Phantom 1, DJI S800, CineStar 8 and Cinestar 8 HL for the purpose of aerial photography and

videography for (1) closed-set filming for motion picture and television production; and (2) real

estate photography and videography in Class G airspace nationwide, or as otherwise prescribed

in an Air Traffic Organization (“ATO”) issued COA. The DJI Phantom 1 has been previously 

approved in Exemption Nos. 11318, 11464, 11509, 11531, 11547, and 11577. The DJI S800 has 

been previously approved in Exemption Nos. 11225, 11252, 11401, 11468, 11547, 11606, and 

11788. The CineStar 8 has been previously approved in Exemption Nos. 11251, 11488, and the 

CineStar 8 HL has been previously approved in Exemption No. 11284. The proposed uses fall

into the categories determined by the FAA to be eligible for the expedited "summary grant"

procedure. The UAs covered by this petition are small battery powered craft, weighing no more

than 28 lbs. (12.7 kg.), inclusive of battery and payload. Operation of the UA under the strict

conditions proposed below will provide an equivalent level of safety, as Congress intended, while

still allowing commercial operations. Operations using these UAs are far safer than conventional

operations conducted with helicopters and fixed wing aircraft that weigh thousands of pounds,

carry highly flammable fuel, and operate in close proximity to the ground, trees, infrastructure,

and people.

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Table of Contents

I. Publishable Summary.............................................................................................................. 5

II. Petitioner’s Contact Information ............................................................................................. 5

III. Proposed Operations................................................................................................................ 6

A. The UA............................................................................................................................. 6

B. The Crew.......................................................................................................................... 8

C. Flight Conditions.............................................................................................................. 8

D. Flight Operations.............................................................................................................. 8

IV. Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety.................................................................................. 9

V. Proposed Conditions of the Exemption................................................................................... 9

VI. Privacy................................................................................................................................... 13

VII. Public Interest and Safety...................................................................................................... 13

VIII. Regulations from Which Exemption is Requested ........................................................ 15

A. Appendix A: FARs as to which Hover Effect wishes the same determination to be made 

as has been made previously.......................................................................................... 15
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Exhibit List

Exhibit 1: Hover Effect LLC Operations Manual...................Submitted confidentailly to the FAA

Exhibit 2: Hover Effect LLC Motion Picutre and Television Operations Manual 

.................................................................................................Submitted confidentailly to the FAA

DJI Phantom 1 Exhibits

Exhibit 3: Phantom 1 Quick Start Manual.................................................................................... 18

Exhibit 4: Phantom 1 Advanced Manual...................................................................................... 35

Exhibit 5: Phantom Flying Flowchart........................................................................................... 41

Exhibit 6: Phantom ....................................................................................................................... 42

Exhibit 7: Phantom Features......................................................................................................... 44

Exhibit 8: Phantom Specs............................................................................................................. 47

DJI S800 Exhibits

Exhibit 10: S800 User Manual............................... Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Exhibit 11: S800: Unprecedented Stability................................................................................... 50

Exhibit 12: S800 Features............................................................................................................. 54

Exhibit 13: S800 Specifications.................................................................................................... 57

Cinestar 8 and Cinestar 8 HL Documents

Exhibit 14: Cinestar 8 and Cinestar 8 HL Build Manual..................................................................

................................................................................ Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Control System Exhibits

Exhibit 15: Naza-M Quick Start Guide ........................................................................................ 60

Exhibit 16: WooKong-M Manual................................................................................................. 93

Exhibit 17: A2 Manual........................................... Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Exhibit 18: MikroKopter User Manual....................................................................................... 122

Exhibit 19: Graupner HoTT 2.4 GHz Receiver System User Manual ....................................... 140

Transmitter Exhibits

Exhibit 20: Graupner MZ-24 User Manual ........... Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Exhibit 21: JR 9503 User Manual.......................... Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Exhibit 22: Spektrum DX7 User Manual............... Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Exhibit 23: Spektrum DX9 User Manual............... Submitted separately due to upload restrictions

Exhibits 1 and 2 have been submitted confidentially to the FAA and are not available to the 

public. Exhibits 10, and 20-23 have been uploaded separately to Regulations.gov due to 

upload size restrictions.
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I. Publishable Summary

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

Federal Register, should it be determined that publication is needed:

Petitioner seeks an exemption from the following rules: 

14 C.F.R 21(h); 14 C.F.R. 43.7; 14 C.F.R. 43.11; 14 C.F.R. 45.11; 14 C.F.R. 45.27; 14 C.F.R. 

45.29; 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(b)(2); 14 

C.F.R. 91.105; 14 C.F.R. 91.109; 14 C.F.R. 91.113(b); 14 C.F.R. 91.119(c); 14 C.F.R. 91.121; 14

C.F.R. 91.151(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) and (b); 14 C.F.R. 215; 14 C.F.R. 91.403; 14 C.F.R. 

91.405(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1); 14 C.F.R. 409(a)(1) and (a)(2); and 14 C.F.R. 91.417(a) and 

(b) to operate commercially a small unmanned aircraft system (UA) (55 lbs or less).

Approval of the exemption for petitioner will allow commercial operation of the DJI Phantom 

1, DJI S800, Cinestar 8 and Cinestar 8 HL for aerial photography and videography for the

purposes of (1) closed-set motion picture and television production; and (2) the real estate

industry in Class G airspace nationwide, or as otherwise prescribed in an ATO issued COA.

The requested exemption should be granted because operation of small UA, weighing

approximately 28 lbs. (12.7 kg.), inclusive of battery and payload, conducted in the strict

conditions outlined below, will provide an equivalent level of safety, while still allowing

commercial operations. The lightweight aircraft covered by the exemption are far safer than

conventional operations conducted with helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft weighing thousands

of pounds and carrying highly flammable fuel, and operating in close proximity to the ground

and people. The seven factors Congress directed the FAA to consider when approving Section

333 exemption petitions - size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports,

proximity to populated areas, and operation within visual line of sight – each support the request.

In particular, the aircraft are small, and will operate at slow speeds, and close to the ground in

order to more safely and efficiently conduct operations that would otherwise be significantly

more expensive or time consuming. The substantial increase of safety and decrease of risk to

human life, coupled with the low risk use of UAs to conduct these operations, weigh heavily in

favor of granting the exemption.

II. Petitioner’s Contact Information

Devin Hedrick

Owner/Founder

Hover Effect, LLC

50 Eliseo Drive

Greenbrae, CA 94904

Counsel for Petitioner:

Antonelli Law

35 E Wacker Drive

Suite 1875

Chicago, IL 60601

Tel: 312-201-8310

Fax: 888-211-8624

Email: jeffrey@antonelli-law.com
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III. Proposed Operations

A. The UAs

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to the characteristics of the

UAs are numbers 1, 5, and 19 in Section V below. Each has been adopted or imposed by the

FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitions.

The petition and the supporting documentation in Exhibits 1-5, 10, 14, and 15-23 are

hereinafter referred to as the “operating documents.” Please refer to the following chart detailing 

the technical specifications of each of the UAs. This chart also lists the specific exhibits pertaining 

to each UA.

Airframe Phantom 1 DJI S800 CineStar 8 CineStar 8 Heavy 

Lifter

Control System DJI Naza M 

which includes the 

Main Controller 

(MC), Internal 

Measurement Unit 

(IMU) with a builtin internal sensor, 

barometric 

altimeter (which 

measures attitude 

and altitude), 

compass, GPS, and 

radio receiver 

(Rx).

DJI WooKong-M 

which includes the 

Main Controller 

(MC), Internal 

Measurement Unit 

(IMU) with a builtin internal sensor, 

barometric 

altimeter (which 

measures attitude 

and altitude), 

compass, GPS, and 

radio receiver 

(Rx).

Either: 

(a) DJI WooKongM; or

(b) MikroKopter 

System which 

includes the 

navigation system 

and GPS unit.

DJI A2 which 

includes the Main 

Controller (MC), 

Internal 

Measurement Unit 

(IMU) with a builtin internal sensor, 

barometric 

altimeter (which 

measures attitude 

and altitude), 

compass, GPS, and 

radio receiver 

(Rx).

Maximum 

Speed

20 knots 30 knots 35 knots 35 knots

Weight, 

inclusive of 

battery and 

technical 

payload

2.2 lbs. (1 kg.) 8.2 lbs. (3.7kg) 20 lbs. (9 kg.) 28 lbs. (13 kg.)

Transmitter 

(Tx)

2.4 GHZ JR 9503 (a) Spektrum DX9 

to control the UA; 

JR 9503 to control 

the camera gimbal; 

or

(b) Graupner MZ24 to control the 

UA; Spektrum 

DX7 to control the 

camera gimbal

Spektrum DX9 to 

control the UA; 

JR9503 to control 

the camera gimbal
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Airframe Phantom 1 DJI S800 CineStar 8 CineStar 8 Heavy 

Lifter

Receiver (Rx) 2.4GHZ Internal to flight 

control system

(a) Internal to 

flight control 

system; or

(b) GR-16 / GR-24

Internal to flight 

control system

Motors DJI 2212 DJI 4114 Brushless electric 

motors

Tiger MN4012 

Heavy Lift Motors

Propellers 9” x 4 15” x 6 14” x 8 15” x 8

Data Link 2.4 Ghz 2.4 Ghz 2.4 Ghz

Video Link 5.8 Ghz 5.8 Ghz 5.8 Ghz

Gimbal DJI H3-3D DJI Z15-N7 DJI Z15-5D Movi M5

Batteries Lithium Polymer 

batteries with a 

capacity of 2,200 

mah

Lithium Polymer 

batteries with 

capacity of 10,000-

15,000 mah

6-cell Lithium 

Polymer batteries 

with capacity of 

8,000-10,000 mah

Lithium Polymer 

batteries with 

capacity of 10,000 

mah

OSD Dedicated ground 

control station 

device that 

receives telemetry 

data such as 

battery level and 

altitude.

Dedicated ground 

control station 

device that 

receives telemetry 

data such as 

battery level and 

altitude.

Dedicated ground 

control station 

device that 

receives telemetry 

data such as 

battery level and 

altitude.

Automatic 

Return to Home

If Tx signal is lost 

for more than three 

seconds and the 

UA is under 65 ft. 

(20 m.) AGL, the 

UA will rise to 65 

ft. AGL, travel 

horizontally to the 

pre-designated 

home spot, hover 

for 15 seconds, 

then land. If the 

UA is above 65 ft. 

AGL, travel 

horizontally to the 

pre-designated 

home spot, hover 

for 15 seconds, 

then land.

If Tx signal is lost 

for more than three 

seconds and the 

UA is under 65 ft. 

(20 m.) AGL, the 

UA will rise to 65 

ft. AGL, travel 

horizontally to the 

pre-designated 

home spot, hover 

for 15 seconds, 

then land. If the 

UA is above 65 ft. 

AGL, travel 

horizontally to the 

pre-designated 

home spot, hover 

for 15 seconds, 

then land.

(a) Same 

procedure as the 

DJI S800; or

(b) The PIC will 

select a preset 

“Coming Home 

Altitude” based on 

the operational 

plan. If a lost link 

occurs for more 

than 5 seconds, the 

UA will 

climb/descend to 

that altitude. If the 

signal is not 

restored, the UA 

will return to the 

home point. 

If Tx signal is lost 

for more than three 

seconds and the 

UA is under 65 ft. 

(20 m.) AGL, the 

UA will rise to 65 

ft. AGL, travel 

horizontally to the 

pre-designated 

home spot, hover 

for 15 seconds, 

then land. If the 

UA is above 65 ft. 

AGL, travel 

horizontally to the 

pre-designated 

home spot, hover 

for 15 seconds, 

then land.

Previously 

Approved 

Exemptions

11318, 11464, 

11509, 11531,

11547, 11577

11225, 11252, 

11401, 11468

11547, 11606, 

11788

11251, 11488 11284

Exhibits 3-8, 14 10-13, 16, 20 14, 16, 18-23 14, 17, 21, 23
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B. The Crew

The crew will consist of a pilot in command (PIC) and a visual observer (VO). The PIC 

will have, at minimum, a sport pilot’s license and either a third class medical certificate or a U.S. 

Driver’s License.

The PIC and VO will have been trained in operation of UA generally and received upto-date information on the UA to be operated pursuant to this grant. Please refer to Exhibit 1

Section 4: Flight Training and Certification/Recertification for additional information regarding

crew training.

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to the training and 

characteristics of the crew are numbers 3 and 6-10 in Section V below. Each has been adopted or 

imposed by the FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitions. 

C. Flight Conditions

The UA will be used for (1) closed-set filming for motion picture and television production

and (2) real estate photography and videography. It will be flown in Class G airspace nationwide 

under 400 feet above ground level (“AGL”), unless otherwise prescribed by an ATO issued COA, 

and under controlled conditions. Petitioner will work with the local FSDO when planning 

operations. Petitioner will only operate its UA in visual meteorological conditions (VMC). The 

UA will at all times be no less than 500 feet below and no less than 2,000 feet horizontally from a 

cloud, and petitioner will not conduct operations unless visibility is at least 3 statute miles from 

the PIC. The flight crew will always make a safety assessment of the risk of every operation, and 

will only operate when it is determined that no hazards are present. Please refer to Exhibit 1, 

Section 1.4 for additional information regarding flight conditions.

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to the flight conditions in 

which the UA will be operated are numbers 2, 3, 4, 15-16, 25, and 27-29 in Section V below. Each 

has been adopted or imposed by the FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption 

petitions.

D. Flight Operations

Every UA flight will use at minimum a two person flight crew: a PIC and a VO. The standard 

operational procedures that they will follow are set out in the operating documents, specifically 

Exhibit 1. Please refer to the following sections of Exhibit 1 for information pertaining to 

operations:

 Section 3: Safety Management System 

 Section 6: Pre-Flight Operations

 Section 7: Flight Operations

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to flight operations are 

numbers 2, 2-8, 11-24, 26-28, and 31-36 in Section V below. Each has been accepted or imposed 

by the FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitions.
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IV. Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety

Petitioner proposes that the exemption apply to UAs that have the characteristics and that 

operate with the limitations proposed herein. These limitations provide for a level of safety at least 

equivalent to or higher than manned aircraft operations under the current regulatory structure. 

Section V below identifies the limitations and conditions to which petitioner agrees to be bound 

when conducting commercial operations under a grant of this petition. Appendix A contains a 

matrix connecting: (i) the specific proposed condition with (ii) the FAR provision for which it 

provides an equivalent level of safety and (iii) one or more recent Section 333 exemption grants 

in which the FAA recognized this equivalent level of safety.

Approval of the commercial operations outlined in this petition presents no national security 

issue. The PIC will possess, at minimum, a sport pilot’s certificate and either a third class medical

or a U.S. Driver’s License, so he or she will have been subject to security screenings by the 

Department of Homeland Security.

V. Proposed Conditions of the Exemption

1. The UA will weigh no more than 28 lbs., inclusive of battery and technical payload.

2. UA operations under this exemption will be limited to conducting operations for the purpose 

of (1) closed-set filming for motion picture and television production and (2) real estate

photography and videography in Class G airspace nationwide.

3. Flights will be operated within line of sight of a pilot and visual observer.

4. Flights will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet AGL, as indicated by the 

procedures specified in the operating documents. All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet 

AGL.

5. The UA will not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 35 knots.

6. Minimum flight crew for each operation will consist of the UA pilot in command (PIC) and a 

visual observer (VO).

7. The PIC will have, at minimum, a sport pilot license and either a third class medical certificate

or a U.S. Driver’s License.

8. The petitioner will not permit any PIC to operate the UA unless the PIC meets its qualification 

criteria and demonstrates the ability to safely operate the UA in a manner consistent with how 

the UA will be operated under this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers 

and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC 

qualification flight hours and currency will be logged in a manner consistent with 14 CFR 

§61.51(b). A record of the PIC training will be documented and made available upon request 

by the Administrator. Training operations will only be conducted during dedicated training 

sessions. During training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not essential 

for flight operations will be considered nonparticipants, and the PIC will operate the UA with 

appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 
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9. The VO will not perform any other duties beyond assisting the PIC with seeing and avoiding 

other air traffic and other ground based obstacles/obstructions, and will not be permitted to 

operate the camera or other instruments.

10. The PIC will be designated before the flight and will not be allowed to transfer his or her 

designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC will ensure that the VO can perform the 

functions prescribed in these conditions and the operating documents.

11. A briefing will be conducted in regard to the planned UA operations prior to each day’s 

activities. It will be mandatory that all personnel who will be performing duties in connection 

with the operations be present for this briefing. 

12. Prior to each flight, the PIC will inspect the UA, including the Ground Control Station, to 

ensure it is in a condition for safe flight. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the 

safe operation of the UA, the PIC will not operate the UA until the necessary maintenance has 

been performed and the UA is found to be in a condition for safe flight. All maintenance and 

alterations will be properly documented in the aircraft records.

13. Petitioner will conduct a functional flight test on any UA that has undergone maintenance or 

alterations that affect the UA operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement of a flight 

critical component. The PIC who conducts the functional test flight will make an entry in the 

aircraft records. 

14. The petitioner will carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping requirements, in 

accordance with the UA manufacturer’s aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements set forth in the operating documents. 

Maintenance, inspection, alterations, and status of replacement/overhaul component parts will 

be noted in the aircraft records, including total time in service, description of work 

accomplished, and the signature of the authorized person returning the UA to service. The 

authorized person will make an entry in the aircraft record of the corrective action taken against 

discrepancies discovered between inspections.

15. The UA will be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. 

This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than 

corrective lenses. PIC and VO will at all times be able to communicate verbally. They will not 

be permitted to use electronic messaging or texting to communicate during flight operations. 

16. The PIC will not begin a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there 

is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the intended landing point and prepare to 

land the UA with 25% battery power remaining. 

17. Actual total flight time for each operational flight will result in no less than a 25% battery 

reserve.

18. The UA will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unexpected obstacles or 

emergencies. 

19. The UA will be programmed so that if it loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it will 

return to a pre-determined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered 
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in accordance with the operating documents.

20. If the UA and its radio control link disconnect during flight, the system’s failsafe protection 

will be triggered and the multirotor will return to home and land automatically, rather than 

flying off uncontrollably or landing at an unknown location.

21. The operating documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 will be maintained and 

available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UA any time the UA is operating. 

These documents will be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official 

upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations in the exemption 

grant and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the grant conditions and 

limitations will take precedence and will be followed. Otherwise, the petitioner will follow the 

procedures outlined in its operating documents. If it updates or revises its operating documents, 

it will present updated and revised documents to the Administrator upon request. If the 

petitioner determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA 

granted the exemption, then the Petitioner will petition for an amendment to the grant of 

exemption. 

22. Petitioner will obtain written and/or oral permission from the landowners/authorized agents of 

the landowners of the land over which flights will be conducted.

23. Petitioner will obtain all required permissions and permits from territorial, state, county or city 

jurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire, or other appropriate governmental 

agencies. 

24. UA operations will not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All operations 

will be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights will not be 

conducted under special visual flight rules (SVFR). 

25. The petitioner will obtain an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate of Waiver or 

Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the grant of exemption. 

Petitioner will request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM) not more than 72 hours in advance, but 

not less than 24 hours prior to the operation. All operations will be conducted in accordance 

with airspace requirements in the ATO issued COA, including class of airspace, altitude level 

and potential transponder requirements. 

26. The UA will not be operated within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point as denoted 

on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s 

management has been obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOTAM 

as required by the operator’s COA. Any letter of agreement with the airport management will 

be made available to the Administrator upon request. 

27. The UA will not be operated less than 500 feet below, or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from, 

a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 

28. All operations shall be conducted in Class G airspace or as otherwise prescribed in an ATO 

issued COA. 

29. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption will be identified by serial number, 
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registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification (N-Number) markings 

in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings will be as large as practicable. 

30. Before conducting operations, petitioner will ensure that the radio frequency spectrum used 

for operation and control of the UA complies with the Federal Communications Commission 

(FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 

31. The UA will remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation operations and 

activities at all times. 

32. The UA will not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 

33. The UA will not be operated over congested or densely populated areas. 

34. Petitioner will conduct all flight operations at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons, 

vessels, vehicles, and structures unless one of the following three conditions is met:

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the 

UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The petitioner will ensure that 

nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where 

nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, the PIC 

will ensure that flight operations cease immediately. 

b. The aircraft is operated near vessels, vehicles or structures where the owner/controller of 

such vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission and the PIC has made a safety 

assessment of the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not 

present an undue hazard.

c. Operations nearer to the PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons do not present an 

undue hazard to those persons per § 91.119(a).

35. Petitioner will report any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or 

vertical boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA to the FAA's UA 

Integration Office (AFS-80) within 24 hours. Petitioner will report accidents to the National 

Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: 

www.ntsb.gov.

When conducting operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television filming 

and production, petitioner will adhere to the following additional conditions and limitations:

36. The operator will have a Motion Picture and Television Operations Manual (MPTOM), 

included as Exhibit 2, during operations.

37. At least 3 days before aerial filming, the operator of the UAS affected by this exemption must 

submit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) with 

jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The 3-day notification may be waived with the 

concurrence of the FSDO. The plan of activities must include at least the following:

a. Dates and times for all flights;

b. Name and phone number of the operator for the UA aerial filming conducted under this 

grant of exemption;

c. Name and phone number of the person responsible for the on-scene operation of the UA;

d. Make, model, and serial or N−Number of UA to be used;
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e. Name and certificate number of UA PICs involved in the aerial filming;

f. A statement that the operator has obtained permission from property owners and/or local 

officials to conduct the filming production event (the list of those who gave permission 

must be made available to the inspector upon request);

g. Signature of exemption holder or representative; and

h. A description of the flight activity, including maps or diagrams of any area, city, town, 

county, and/or state over which filming will be conducted and the altitudes essential to 

accomplish the operation. 

38. Flight operations may be conducted closer than 500 feet from participating persons consenting 

to be involved and necessary for the filming production, as specified in the MPTOM.

VI. Privacy

There is little concern that the proposed flights will cause invasions of privacy because all 

flights will occur over land which Hover Effect has received permission to fly over from the 

landlord or an authorized agent. When the UA is being flown, the onboard cameras will be focused 

on ground areas, not on nonparticipating individuals who may be present during operations. Please 

refer to Exhibit 1, Section 8: Privacy for Petitioner's privacy policy.

VII. Public Interest and Safety

The planned UA use will increase ground safety in both the motion picture and television 

production and the real estate industries. The enhanced safety and reduced environmental impact 

achieved using a UA with the specifications described by the petitioner and carrying no passengers 

or crew, rather than a manned aircraft of significantly greater proportions, carrying crew in addition 

to flammable fuel, gives the FAA good cause to find that the UA operation enabled by this 

exemption is in the public interest.

Satisfaction of the criteria provided in Section 333 of the Reform Act of 2012 – size, 

weight, speed, operating capabilities, proximity to airports and populated areas and operation 

within visual line of sight and national security – provide more than adequate justification for the 

grant of the requested exemption allowing commercial operation of applicant’s UA, pursuant to 

petitioner’s rules of operation.

Petitioner has adopted a risk management assessment process in order to ensure that 

commercial operations are safe. Please refer to Exhibit 1, Appendix A: Risk Management Tool for 

this assessment.

The FAA has previously approved the DJI S800 for closed set motion picture and television 

operations in Exemption 11401. The FAA has previously approved the Cinestar 8 for closed set

motion picture and television operations in Exemption No. 11488. The FAA has previously 

approved the Cinestar 8 HL for closed set motion picture and television operations in Exemption 

No. 11284. Additionally, the FAA has approved the following petitions for closed set motion 

picture and television operations in Exemption Nos.:

11062 (closed set filming);

11063 (closed set filming);

11064 (closed set filming);

11065 (closed set filming);
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11066 (closed set filming);

11067 (closed set filming);

11080 (closed set filming);

11189 (closed set filming for the motion picture and television industries);

11250 (closed set filming); and

11289 (closed set filming of motion pictures).

The FAA has previously approved the Phantom 1 for real estate photography in Exemption 

Nos. 11318 and 11547 and the DJI S800 for real estate photography in Exemption Nos. 11547 and 

11606. Additionally, the FAA has approved the following petitions for real estate photography in 

Exemption Nos.:

11138 (real estate photography);

11271 (real estate);

11298 (aerial real estate photography);

11300 (real estate);

11311 (aerial photography for real estate);

11323 (aerial photography for real estate marketing);

11330 (real estate);

11396 (aerial photography and videography of real estate);

11410 (aerial photography and videography of real estate property);

11417 (aerial photography and videography for the real estate industry).
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VIII. Regulations from Which Exemption is Requested

A. Appendix A: FARs as to which Hover Effect wishes the same determination to be 

made as has been made previously.

FAR 

Provision

Applicable condition(s) in 

Section 5 of petition

FAA Exemption Decision

21(h) 1, 2, 3, 5, 16, 25, 28, 29, 

34, 35

Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 

11080, 11109, 11111, 11110, 11114, 11136, 11138, 

11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11166, 11167, 11170, 

11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 

11185, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195

43.7 13, 14 No. 11208

43.11 12 No. 11208

45.11 30 No. 11208

45.27 39 No. 11188

45.29 30 Nos. 11136, 11157, 11170, 11185, 11193

91.7(a) 12 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 

11080, 11109, 11110, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 

11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11177, 11178, 11184, 

11185, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 

11204

91.9(b)(2) 22 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 

11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 

11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11062, 11063, 

11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 

11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 

11156, 11157, 11174, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185,

11189, 11192, 11193, 11195

91.9(c) 30 Nos. 11136, 11170, 11171, 11174, 11185

91.103(b)(2) 3, 9, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 28 No. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 

11080, 11109, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11158, 

11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11171, 11172, 11176, 

11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204

91.105 6 No. 11185 

91.109 7, 8 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 

11080, 11109, 11110, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 

11153, 11156, 11157, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 

11174, 11177, 11184, 11185, 11189, 11191, 11192, 

11193, 11194, 11195, 11206, 11208

91.113(b) 3, 32 No. 11238
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91.119(c ) 4, 34 Nos. 11162, 11163, 11164, 11165, 11166, 111080, 

111109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 

11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11160 11161, 11166, 

11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11178, 

11185, 11188, 11189, 11190, 11193

91.121 4 Nos. 11162, 11163, 11164, 11165, 11166, 111080, 

111109, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11160 

11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11174, 11176, 

11178, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11190, 11193

91.151(a) 17, 18 Nos. 11110, 11153, 11156, 11161; 111109, 11110, 

11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11160 

11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 

11176, 11178, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11190, 11193

91.203 (a) 

and (b)

22 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176,

11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188,

11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195

91.215 26, 27 No. 11185, 11195

91.403 12, 13, 14 No. 11185

91.405(a) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167,

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177,

11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189,

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204

91.407(a)(1) 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167,

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177,

11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189,

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204

91.409(a)(1) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167,

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177,

11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189,

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204
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91.409(a)(2) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167,

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177,

11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189,

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204

91.417(a) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167,

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177,

11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189,

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204

91.417(b) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,

11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112,

11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156,

11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167,

11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177,

11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189,

11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204
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PHANTOM Quick Start Manual V1.7 

2013.09.25 Revision

For NAZA-M Firmware V3.12 

& Assistant Software V2.12 

Thank you for purchasing our product. Please visit the DJI website, PHANTOM section to confirm if the printed manual 

is the latest one according to the manual version. If not, please download and refer to the latest manual. 

Please read the entire manual strictly and follow these steps to use you product. The manual will get you ready to fly by 

doing simple operations. You can get an advanced manual from DJI website to learn more about PHANTOM, for 

example, configuring parameters by connecting to assistant software, changing the transmitter to Mode1, matching 

frequency between the transmitter and the receiver, etc. 

Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0) to carry out firmware upgrade and 

parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version. 

Note: The built-in autopilot system is NAZA-M; you can obtain the current NAZA-M Firmware Version according to the 

Assistant Software. If you ever upgrade your NAZA-M Firmware, please carefully read the corresponding NAZA-M 

release note and NAZA-M quick start guide. 

 

www.dji.com 

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Content CONTENT .................................................................................................................................................. 2 

DISCLAIMER & WARNING ................................................................................................................. 3 

CAUTIONS FOR PRODUCT USE ..................................................................................................... 4 

TRADEMARKS .......................................................................................................................................... 4 

BATTERY USAGE & CHARGING CAUTIONS ............................................................................ 5 

IN THE BOX ............................................................................................................................................... 6 

REQUIRED ITEMS ................................................................................................................................... 6 

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 7 

AIRCRAFT & TRANSMITTER BASIC OPERATION................................................................... 8 

BEFORE FLYING ..................................................................................................................................... 9 

FLIGHT TEST ............................................................................................................................................ 13 

THE FLOWCHART OF FAILSAFE AND HOW TO REGAIN CONTROL ....................... 14 

LOW-VOLTAGE ALERT ...................................................................................................................... 15 

LED DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................... 15 

SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AIRCRAFT ......................................................................................... 16 

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Disclaimer & Warning 

Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the PHANTOM. 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. 

PHANTOM is an excellent flight platform offering an excellent flight experience, only if it is powered normally and in a 

good working condition. Despite the PHANTOM 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. 

3. Any mental damage compensation caused by accident. 

4. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate. 

5. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-DJI accessories and parts. 

6. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake DJI products. 

7. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation or subjective mis-judgment. 

8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging. 

9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by continued flying after low- voltage protection alert is triggered. 

10. 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). 

11. 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. 

12. 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. 

13. 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. 

14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material recorded by the use of 

aircraft. 

15. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery, protection circuit, RC model and battery chargers. 

16. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of DJI Innovations liability. 

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Cautions for Product Use 

Please check the following steps carefully every time before flight. 

1. Before use of the product, please accept some flight training (Using a simulator to practice flying, getting 

instruction from a professional person, etc.). 

2. Check that all parts of the multi-rotor are in good condition before flight. Do not fly with aging or broken parts. 

3. Check that the propellers and the motors are installed correctly and firmly before flight. Make sure the rotation 

direction of each propeller is correct. Do not get close to or even touch the working motors and propellers to 

avoid serious injury. 

4. Do not over load the multi-rotor (should be less than 1200g). 

5. Make sure that the transmitter battery and flight battery are fully charged. 

6. Try to avoid interference between the remote control transmitter and other wireless equipment. 

7. Make sure to switch on the transmitter first, then power on the multi-rotor before takeoff! Power off the 

multi-rotor first, then switch off the transmitter after landing! 

8. The fast rotating propellers of PHANTOM will cause serious damage and injury. Always fly the multi-rotor 3m or 

above away from you and unsafe conditions, such as obstacles, crowds, high-voltage lines, etc. FLY 

RESPONSIBLY. 

9. All parts must be kept out of the reach of children to avoid CHOKE HAZARD; if a child accidentally swallows any 

part you should immediately seek medical assistance. 

10. Please always keep the compass module away from the magnet. Otherwise it may damage the compass module 

and lead the aircraft to work abnormally or even be out of control. 

11. DO NOT use the PHANTOM transmitter (receiver) with the other third party remote control equipment. 

12. Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0) to carry out firmware upgrade 

and parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version. 

13. The built-in ESCs of PHANTOM ONLY support 3S (11.1V) power supply. 

14. ONLY use the DJI original motor and 8-inch propeller. 

15. If you want to put the PHANTOM in a car, please keep it away from the speaker, since the compass module may 

be magnetized. 

16. DO NOT use the magnetic screwdriver. Otherwise, keep the screwdriver at least 10cm away from the compass 

module, to avoid magnetic interference.

17. If you use your own equipment(for example: GoPro3), please make sure the WiFi function is disabled, to avoid 

the interference on the transmitter, which may cause the PHANTOM to FailSafe, crack and or even to fly away. 

18. For Mac user, please install Windows Parallel to run assistant software. 

If you have any problem you cannot solve during installation, please contact a DJI Authorized Dealer. 

Trademarks 

DJI and PHANTOM 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 DJI 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. 

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Battery Usage & Charging Cautions 

1. Do not put the battery into water; store the battery in a cool and dry environment. 

2. Only use the correctly specified batteries 

3. Batteries must be kept out of the reach of children; if a child accidentally swallows the battery you should 

immediately seek medical assistance. 

4. Do not use or store the battery near fire. 

5. Battery should be charged with proper standard charger. 

6. Do not connect the battery reversed in positive and negative terminals in the charger or equipment. 

7. Do not connect the battery directly to the wall plugs or vehicle-mounted socket. 

8. Do not put the battery into a fire or heat the battery. 

9. Do not let the battery terminals (+and-) touch together to cause short-circuit. 

10. Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects. 

11. Do not hit or throw the battery. 

12. Do not weld the battery terminals together. 

13. Do not drive a nail in, hit with a hammer, or stomp on the battery. 

14. Do not disassemble or alter the battery. 

15. Do not use or store the battery in extreme heat environments, such as direct sunlight or in the car in hot weather. 

Otherwise, the battery will overheat, may cause fire (or self-ignite), this will affect the performance of the battery, 

shorten the service life of the battery. 

16. Do not use the battery in strong electrostatic areas, otherwise the electronic protection may be damaged which 

may cause a hazard. 

17. If you get the battery electrolyte leakage into your eyes, don't rub, first wash your eyes with clean water then seek 

medical assistance immediately. If not handled in a timely manner, eyes could be damaged. 

18. Do not use the battery when it emits an odour, high temperature, deformation, change in colour or other 

abnormal phenomena; if the battery is in use or charging, you should stop charging or using immediately. 

19. If the battery terminal gets dirty, please clean it with a dry cloth before using. Otherwise it will cause a poor 

contact, thus causing energy loss or inability to charge. 

20. Discarded battery could lead to a fire; you should completely discharge the battery and wrap the output terminal 

with insulating tape before discarding. 

21. DO NOT drain the battery of phantom or leave the battery plugged into the PHANTOM when unused. When 

there is low voltage alert please landing timely to avoid damages to the battery or others. 

 

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In the Box 

Aircraft Transmitter 

Landing Gear 

(with Compass Module) 

Frame for Camera Propellers Assistant Wrench 

USB Cable Screw Package (M3x6) Accessory 

Required Items 

Phillips Screwdriver 5# AA Batteries 

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Introduction 

The PHANTOM is an all-in-one small Quad Copter designed for multi-rotor enthusiasts. Before shipping from the 

factory, it has been configured and fully tested, which means you have no configuration to do. 

z Built-in 

9 NAZA-M Autopilot System 

(Refer to NAZA-M manual for details) 

9 GPS & Compass Module 

9 R/C Receiver 

9 Power System for Flight 

9 LED Indicator 

9 USB Interface 

(in the Battery Compartment)

z Function 

9 ATTI./GPS ATTI. Mode 

9 Intelligent Orientation Control 

9 Enhanced Fail-Safe 

9 Low-Voltage Alert 

z Camera Frame (For GoPro)

z Takeoff Weight:<1200g 

5,,

)2

.2

-69

'::/

'::/

9 Working Frequency: 2.4GHz ISM 

9 Control Channel Numbers of Transmitter: 7 

9 Communication Distance: 1000m 

9 Receiver Sensitivity(1%PER): ͽ-100dBm 

9 Power Consumption of Transmitter:ͻ20dBm 

9 Working Current/Voltage: 52 mA@6V 

9 AA Battery (5#): 4 Required 

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Aircraft & Transmitter Basic Operation 

Definitions 

z Stick neutral position and stick released means the stick of Transmitter is pushed to the central position.

z Command Stick means the stick of Transmitter is pushed away from the central position. 

Transmitter Aircraft 

ͧ is the nose directionͨ

GPS ATTI. Mode/ATTI. Mode 

Throttle stick is for aircraft up& down control.The aircraft will hold 

the height automatically if the stick is centered. You should Push 

the throttle stick to the neutral position to take-off the multi-rotor. 

Note that the stick returns to the central position when released 

for the transmitter V3.5. For the version below 3.5, the stick 

cannot hold the central position when released. 

Yaw stick is for aircraft rudder control. 

Command stick controls the angular velocity of the aircraft, with 

the maximum rudder angular velocity of 200°/s. Left stick 

command gives counter clock-wise rotation of the aircraft, & vice 

versa.

Roll stick is for aircraft left/right control and Pitch stick is for 

front/back control. Command stick controls the angle of the 

aircraft.Stick neutral position is for 0 ̊, its endpoint is 35 ̊. The roll 

and pitch sticks return to the central position when released. 

z In GPS Mode, the aircraft will hover (hold horizontal position) 

when sticks released. 

z In ATTI. Mode, the aircraft will keep attitude stabilizing without 

horizontal position (different from hover in GPS Mode).

 

GPS ATTI. ATTI. ATTI. 

 (Manual or 

 Failsafe is 

 selectable 

 in software.)

3-position switch (S1) on the Transmitter for mode control. Only 

after Compass Module connection and Compass calibration, GPS 

ATTI. Mode is available. Otherwise, all switch positions are for 

ATTI. Mode. Pay attention because the GPS ATTI. Mode is 

dependent on the number of GPS satellites acquired by the main 

controller. Refer to the LED Indicator. When GPS signal has been 

lost for 3s, system enters ATTI. Mode automatically. You can 

enable the Manual Mode or FailSafe (also known as One-key 

Go-home) in the assistant software->Basic->R/C->Control Mode. 

 

OFF Course Lock Home Lock

3-position switch (S2) on the Transmitter for Intelligent 

Orientation Control (IOC). Set the switch to OFF in basic flight. 

This function is defaulted to off. If you want to use this function 

refer to the advanced manual, and enable it in the assistant 

software. Use IOC when you are familiar with basic flight. 

You can change the operation mode of the Transmitter according to the advanced manual if necessary. 

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Before Flying 

1. Installing the Transmitter Batteries 

1. Open the battery compartment cover of the Transmitter. 

2. Install 4x AA battery (5#) in accordance with the + /- pole. 

3. Close the battery compartment cover of the Transmitter. 

 

z DO NOT use the PHANTOM transmitter (receiver) with the other third party remote control equipment. 

z Risk of explosion if replaced by an incorrect type. 

z Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 

z Remove the batteries after use. 

z When the voltage is lower than 4V, the transmitter will alarm with sound of “BB............”, please change the 

batteries. 

 

2. Battery Charging – LiPo Battery 

Please use the full charged battery of 3S LiPo. 

(Recommended parameters: 733496 - 2200MAH-20Cͬ11.1V.) 

The built-in ESCs of PHANTOM ONLY support 3S (11.1V) power supply. DO NOT use the battery of higher voltage. 

 

3. Fitting the Propeller 

1. First prepare the aircraft and the propellers (original 8-inch). 

2. Assemble the propellers (the side with rotary mark facing up) to the aircraft. Make sure the rotary mark on the 

propeller is the same as the mark on the frame arm. The arrow’s direction stands for the rotating direction of the 

motors. 

3. Finally fit the propeller nuts. 

 

DO NOT use thread locker when mounting the propellers, just tighten the screws is enough. 

 

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4. Mount the Landing Gear with the Compass Module if Required 

If the GPS ATTI. Mode is desired, you must first mount the landing gear which contains the Compass Module. 

1. Prepare the aircraft and the landing gear. 

2. Mount the landing gear with the Compass Module to the right part (shown as the following chart); make sure the 

5-pin cable is through the hole of the landing gear. Fix the landing gear with screws (M3x6), and then connect the 

5-pin cable to the Compass Module. 

3. Mount the other landing gear to the left part. 

4. Fix the antenna and the 5-pin cable on both landing gear by using the white adhesive tape. 

Landing Gear Mounting Compass Module Connecting

 

z When flying, please make sure the compass module is stationary and firm. 

z If the Landing Gear with the compass module mount on has been deformed, please replace it with a new one and 

mount it as the procedures above. 

z The compass module is not waterproof, and not anti-oil. 

z DO NOT use the magnetic screwdriver. Otherwise, keep the screwdriver at least 10cm away from the compass 

module, to avoid magnetic interference.

 

 

5. Turn on the Transmitter 

1. Set the IOC and Control Mode switch to the top position. 

2. Turn on the power switch of the Transmitter 

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6. Power on the Aircraft 

1. Place the aircraft on the ground 

2. Open the battery compartment cover of the aircraft. 

3. Put the battery into the compartment with the power cord facing outward. 

4. Connect the battery and aircraft by the power lead and make sure the ESC’s work properly. (Correct sound) 

5. Keep the sticks of the Transmitter and the Aircraft stationary until the system start and self-check has finished 

( ). 

6. Put the power cable into the battery compartment. 

7. Close the battery compartment cover. 

8. The LED may blink Yellow 4 times quickly ( ). Start motor is disable during LED blinking Yellow 4 times 

quickly ( ), as the system is warming up. 

 

 

Notes 

z Please contact your dealer if the “System start and self-check LED flashes” are not correct (Red LED appears in 

the last four green flashes) in the Step5. 

z After the system start and self-checking has finished, if the LED blinks Red, Yellow and Green continually, that 

means the IMU data is abnormal. The PHANTOM will not work, please connect to the Assistant Software and 

follow the tips to do operation. If it blinks red and yellow lights alternately ( ), that means the 

compass error is too big, it can be caused by the following three cases. Please connect to the Assistant Software, 

select the “tools” tab and follow the tips of the “IMU Calibration” to do operation. 

1. There are ferromagnetic substance around; first make sure that the compass has been calibrated correctly, you 

can lift the aircraft up (about 1m from the ground), and stay away from the surrounding possible ferromagnetic 

material object, if there is no red and yellow flashing after lifting it up about 1m from the ground, then it will not 

affect the flight. 

2. The compass module had been put near a magnet; in this situation please timely replace the compass for a new 

one, otherwise it will lead to some abnormal action, or even loss of control. 

3. The compass is not properly calibrated; in this situation please calibrate the compass correctly again, please see 

the GPS compass calibration for details. 

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7. GPS & Compass Calibration 

If the Compass Module is not used, you can skip this step. 

The GPS module has a built-in magnetic field sensor for measuring the geomagnetic field, which is not the same in 

different areas. The GPS module will not work unless the Compass Module has been connected. Make sure the 

Compass Module connections are correct. 

Please always keep the compass module away from the magnet. If this situation occurs please change the compass 

module before flying. Otherwise it may damage the compass module and lead the aircraft to work abnormally or even 

be out of control. 

Calibrate the compass before the first flight or when flying in a different area. Make sure to keep away from 

ferromagnetic substance and other electronic equipment when calibrating or flying. If you keep having calibration 

failure, it might suggest that there is magnetic interference or other ferromagnetic substance, please avoid flying in this 

area. 

If you have calibration failure or the LED blinks red and yellow lights alternately ( ), please connect to 

the Assistant Software, select the “Tools” tab and follow the tips of the “IMU Calibration” to do operation. 

1. Quickly switch the control mode switch from ATTI. Mode to GPS ATTI. 

Mode and back to ATTI. Mode for 6 to 10 times, The LED indicator will turn 

to constantly yellow. 

2. Rotate your aircraft around the horizontal axis (about 360o) until the LED 

changes to constant green, and then go to the next step. 

3. Hold your aircraft vertically and rotate it (its nose is downward) around the 

vertical axis (about 360o) until the LED turns off, meaning the calibration is 

finished. 

4. If the calibration was successful, calibration mode willexit automatically. If the 

calibration has failed, the LED keeps flashing quickly Red. Switch the control 

mode switch one time to cancel the calibration, and then re-start from step 1. 

GPS ATTI. Mode

ATTI. Mode

 

ATTI. Mode->GPS ATTI. Mode -> 

ATTI. Mode is one timeͫquickly 

switch 6 to 10 times 

Horizontal Rotation Vertical Rotation 

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Flight Test

1. If in GPS ATTI. 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 ATTI. Mode, you can skip 

this step. 

2. Place the aircraft 3 meters away from you and others, to avoid accidental injury. 

3. Start-up 

9 Switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor! Keep the aircraft stationary until the system 

start and self-check has finished. 

9 Please wait for the system to warm up gradually with the LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly ( ). You 

should not start the motors until the blinking disappears. 

9 Keep the aircraft stationary, and execute the CSC to start the motors. 

 

9 Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the neutral position, 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. 

9 Keep raising the throttle stick until all the rotors are working, push the throttle stick to the mid position 

and then take-off your multi-rotor gently, pay attention not to push the stick excessively. 

9 Pay attention to the aircraft movement at any time, and use the sticks to adjust the aircraft's position. 

Keep the yaw, roll, pitch and throttle sticks at the mid position to hover the aircraft at desired height. 

4. Lower the aircraft slowly until touch down is achieved. The motors will stop automatically after 3 seconds, or 

you can repeat the start-up stick command to stop the motors sooner.

5. Please always power off the aircraft first, and then switch off the transmitter after landing.

FLYING NOTES͜͜͜ 

9 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. 

9 If in GPS ATTI. Mode, keep the aircraft flying in the open space without obstruction. Pay attention to the 

GPS satellite status indicator LED. When GPS signal has been lost for 3s (red LED blink twice or three 

times), system enters ATTI. Mode automatically. 

9 If the battery voltage is too low for flying, the aircraft enters the first level protection with LED flashing

quickly Red, please land ASAP. Once the aircraft enters the second level protection, the aircraft will drop 

height automatically. 

9 If you want to put the PHANTOM in a car, please keep it away from the speaker, since the compass module 

may be magnetized. 

9 DO NOT fly near to ferromagnetic substances, to avoid strong magnetic interference with the GPS. 

9 It is recommended to land the aircraft slowly, to prevent the aircraft from damage when landing. 

9 If the Transmitter indicates low-battery alert, please land ASAP. In this condition the Transmitter may cause 

the aircraft to go out of control or even crash. 

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The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control 

An introduction of Go-Home and Landing. 

1

Record Home Point

Home Point

2

Tx

3

Tx

5

Tx

Signal lost

Tx

Multi-rotor

4

Tx

Signal lost >3s

Stay hover

Ready to Go-Home

Current location ≤ 20m

Current location > 20m

6

Ground

20m

Ascend

first Hover 15s, then land

20

≤ 20

Go-Home

Go-Home

Home-point: Every time you power on, after first motors start, and if 6 or more GPS satellites are found (Red light blinks 

once or no blinking) for 10 seconds, the current position of multi-rotor will be saved as home-point by MC automatically. 

 

Note 

1. Please make sure to record the home-point during flight, and clearly know where it is. 

2. During go-home the nose direction of the aircraft is facing toward the home-point, and the aircraft is 

flying directly from the current position to the home-point. 

The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control(the following content is for the firmware v3.12)

(3)Turn off the 

transmitter (we 

assume you want 

to trigger failsafe)

(1) The aircraft 

flies far away, 

transmitter is on 

but the signal is 

weak.

Attitude Mode: In Attitude Mode as soon 

as you get signal you can regain control.

GPS Mode: switch the transmitter mode 

switch S1 to the middle position (ATTI. 

Mode), if the receiver is connected, then 

you will regain control.

Attitude Mode: (1) the aircraft will level its attitude immediately (2) 3 secs 

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 (transmitter 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.

We strongly recommend you DO NOT try ȔTurn off the transmitterȕ, because 

there are three types of risk:

(1) You must be pretty clear whether the Home-point is OK for landing or not. (You 

have to understand the definition of Home-point well and the working process of 

failsafe)

(2) If there are tall buildings around, the aircraft may be obstructed on the way.

(3) When GPS signal is bad or GPS is not working, failsafe will not work.

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 

transmitter back on within 3 seconds*, otherwise the aircraft will exit 

failsafe mode immediately.

When you turn off the transmitter, use the following 

method to regain control:

(1) Switch the transmitter S1 switch to GPS. position.

(2) and then put the throttle stick to lowest position, 

you can now turn the transmitter back on (greater than 

5secs after switching off, important), then put throttle 

stick to the center position immediately. If you hear the 

transmitter alarm, make sure the throttle stick is at the 

bottom position before moving to the center position.

(3) then you can switch the transmitter S1 switch to the 

middle position (ATTI. Mode) to regain control.

If you choose to turn off the transmitter, 

you must be pretty sure that you know 

how to regain control. Here we offer a 

method, please read carefully.

This section will demonstrate the working logic of failsafe and how to regain control.

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 red light or 

no red light).

Note: if you start the motors, but do not push the throttle to take-off the aircraft, in 

this case it is very dangerous to turn off the transmitter, because the aircraft will take 

off automatically, so do not try this.

The aircraft behavior after 

failsafe

How to regain control

Precautions

What triggered failsafe

* If signal lost for more than 3 seconds failsafe will be triggered, if signal regained 

within 3 seconds it will exit failsafe immediately.

(2) One position of switch S1 is set 

as ȔFailsafeȕ in the Assistant 

software, and you toggle the S1 to 

ȔFailsafeȕ position during flight.

The aircraft will slow down and hover. Then the system 

will enter failsafe mode after 3 seconds.

Switch the transmitter mode switch S1 to 

the middle position (ATTI. Mode), then 

you will regain control.

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Low-Voltage Alert 

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. There are both first level and second level protections. It is not for fun, you should 

land your aircraft ASAP to prevent your aircraft from crashing or other harmful consequences!!!

In ATTI. Mode & GPS ATTI. Mode. 

9 The first level protection has LED warning. 

9 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! When the center point is at 90% of endpoint, aircraft will still ascend slowly if you continue to 

pull the throttle stick, and the control of Pitch, Roll and Yaw are the same as before. 

(1) 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 theassistant software -> “Advanced” -> “Voltage” and 

read the instruction thoroughly and carefully. 

LED Description 

System Status LED Flashing

System start and self-check 

IMU abnormal data 

Warm up after power on 

Bias of Sensors too Big 

Compass Error too Big 

Tx signal lost 

Low Voltage Alert 

Record forward direction or home point 

Control Mode Indictor 

Manual Mode: None 

ATTI. Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

GPS Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

IOC Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

GPS Signal State Indicator 

ͧGPS/Compass Module is necessaryͨ

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): 

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Compass Calibration LED Flashing 

Begin horizontal calibration

Begin vertical calibration

Calibration or others error 

 

ESC Sound Introduction 

ESC State Sound 

Ready ♪1234567 

Throttle stick is not at bottom BBBBBB... 

Input signal abnormal B--------B--------B... 

Input voltage abnormal BB---BB---BB---BB... 

 

Transmitter State Introduction 

Transmitter State Introduction 

The throttle stick isn’t at the lowest position after turning on may alarm. B--------BB 

Linking between the Transmitter and the Receiver 

Normal Operation 

Low-battery Alert (Need to change the battery) BB............ 

 

Specifications of the Aircraft 

Parameters Range 

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C 

Power Consumption 3.12W 

Supported Battery ONLY 3S LiPo 

Take-off Weight <1200g 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) Vertical: ± 0.8m. Horizontal: ± 2.5m 

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s 

Max Tilt Angle 35° 

Max Ascent / Descent Speed 6m/s 

Max Flight Velocity 10m/s 

Diagonal distance (motor center to motor center) 350mm 

Weight 

Weight(with Battery) 

670g 

800g 

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CE Statement 

Due to the used enclosure material, the device shall only be connected to a USB Interface of version 2.0 or higher. The 

connection to so called power USB is prohibited. 

CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED 

BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. 

Hereby, DJI Innovations Corporation declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and 

other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. 

FCC Statement 

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

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. 

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or 

changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 

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. 

 

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IndexINDEX ......................................................................................................................... 2A1 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION.................................................................. 3A2 CONFIGURATION AND FIRMWARE& SOFTWARE UPGRADE ..................................... 3A3 LINKING THE TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER ............................................................ 4A4 CHANGING THE CONTROL MODE OF THE TRANSMITTER......................................... 5A5 TRANSMITTER CALIBRATION .................................................................................. 7A6 MOUNT CAMERA AND CAMERA FRAME ................................................................. 8A7 INTELLIGENT ORIENTATION CONTROL (IOC) FLIGHT (WITH GPS & COMPASS MODULE)

................................................................................................................................... 9

A8 MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................... 11

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A1 Software and Driver Installation Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0) to carry out firmware upgrade and parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version.

1. Please download the driver DJI Driver Installer and NAZA-M assistant software from the PHANTOM 

page of DJI website (http://www.dji-innovations.com/products/phantom/downloads/). 

2. Connect the PHANTOM and the PC via the USB cable, power on the PHANTOM system. 3. Run the DJI Driver Installer, and follow the instructions strictly to finish installation. 

4. Run the assistant software installer, and follow the instructions strictly to finish installation. 

A2 Configuration and Firmware& Software Upgrade 

1. Power on your computer. Make sure the computer is connected to the Internet for the first time you 

use. 

2. Switch on the transmitter first, then power on the aircraft. Connect the aircraft to the PC with the 

USB cable. DO NOT break the connection until configuration or upgrade is finished. 

3. Please refer to the “Assembly &Configuration->Step3” section of NAZA-M Quick Start Guide to 

get the detail of assistant software usage. 

4. Refer to the “Appendix-> Firmware & Assistant Software Upgrade” section of NAZA-M Quick Start 

Guide to get the detail of assistant software usage.

5. If Manual Mode is required, please select “Manual” from the drop down list of Basic->RC->Control 

Mode Switch in the assistant software. Refer to the “Flying Test-> Step 1 Control Mode Knowledge” 

section of NAZA-M Quick Start Guide to get the detail about the Manual Mode. 

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A3 Linking the Transmitter and ReceiverThe linking of the transmitter to the receiver of the PHANTOM was carried out before they left the factory. If necessary you can link the transmitter to the receiver as follows, for example you replace the transmitter. The default receiver type is PPM. DO NOT use the PHANTOM transmitter (receiver) with the third party remote control equipment. 

1. Please remove the housing by referring to the section of A8 Maintenance -> Remove the 

Housing.

2. Locate the receiver module according to the following figure. 3. After powering on the aircraft and the transmitter, if the LED indicator of the receiver on the control 

board is lit solid red, this means the receiver currently has no connection with any transmitter. 

 Press down the link button for more than two seconds until the LED indicator blinks, then release the 

button. 

 Push the throttle stick to the lowest position and turn on the transmitter. Then if the LED indicator of 

the receiver turns off, the link between the transmitter and the receiver has succeeded. (Linking operation can be done only when the LED indicator of the transmitter changes to blinking red .)

4UZK z If the transmitter can’t enter the linking mode, please check that the throttle stick lies in the lowest 

position.

z You can use your R/C system normally only after the linking is done successfully.

Receiver Module

Link Button

Indicator LED

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A4 Changing the Control Mode of the Transmitter You can change the operation mode of the transmitter according to the following procedures if necessary.ͧThe 

operation mode of Mode1 and Mode2 are shown as below.ͨMake sure to carry out the A5 Transmitter Calibration, if the Control Mode of the Transmitter is changed. 

1. Remove the right Throttle Ratchet plate and the Ratchet Nut. Assemble the Ratchet Nut to the Nut Hole 

Locationͫand fix the Throttle Ratchet onto the Ratchet Nut and the Screw Hole Location. Adjust the 

screw height of the Throttle Support to change the tension, so as to give you the required operating feel.

2. Remove the left Centering Unit and the Centering Spring. Assemble them to the corresponding position 

of the Right part (Close to the middle location of the transmitter). Then adjust the height of the Adjusting Screw, so as to give you the required operating feel. (Note: Be careful not to excessively tension the spring when moving and fixing, to avoid damage.) 

 Exchange the connectors of Channel 2ͧAIN2ͨand Channel 3 (AIN3). (Note: Take care about the 

connector direction.ͨ

Mode2 

 2 3 4

5

6

8 9

NO. Name 

1 Screw Hole Location2 Centering Unit 3 Adjusting Screw 4 Ratchet Nut 5 Throttle Ratchet 6 3rd Channel 7 2nd Channel 8 Centering Spring 9 Nut Hole Loc tion 

Mode1: Throttle, it cannot hold the central position when released.  Roll, it can return to the central position when released.  Pitch, it can return to the central position when released.  Yaw, it can return to the central position when released. Model2: Throttle, it cannot hold the central position when released.  Roll, it can return to the central position when released.  Pitch, it can return to the central position when released.  Yaw, it can return to the central position when released. 

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The following figure shows the successful change of transmitter mode to Mode 1.

Mode1 

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A5 Transmitter Calibration If the control mode of the transmitter is changed or calibration has not been carried out for a long time, transmitter calibration is necessary. 

9 9 5,,

)2

.2

-69

'::/

'::/

IOC Switch Control Mode Switch

Joystick Joystick

Yaw

Pitch Mode1  

T Mode2 NXUZZRK 

Roll

TNXUZZRK

Pitch

  Mode1

   Mode2

Power Switch

CL͹Course Lock HL͹Home Lock 

 Set the switch S2 at the OFF position, and the switch S1 at the GPS position

 Push the Throttle stick to the top position, and push the Pitch stick to the top position. Keep the Pitch 

stick at the top position manually since it can return to the central position when released.

3. Turn on the Power Switch of the transmitter, you should hear the indicator sound of “DiȍDi Di” from 

the transmitter repeatedly. Toggle the switch S2 to the CL position, you should hear an indicator sound of “Di” from the transmitter, in this case, the transmitter has entered the calibration mode. (During this period, the Throttle stick and the Pitch stick must be kept at the top position all the time.)

 Release the Pitch stick and pull the Throttle stick to the central position. Toggle the switch S1 to the 

ATTI position; you should hear an indicator sound of “Di” from the transmitter. Then move all of the sticks throughout their complete range several times. After this, put the Throttle stick to the bottom position, and toggle the switch S2 to the HL position, you should hear an indicator sound of “Di” from the transmitter, in this case, the transmitter has been calibrated successfully.

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A6 Mount Camera and Camera Frame Please mount the Camera and Camera Frame if necessary. ͧ1ͨMount the Camera to the Camera Frame ͧ2ͨMount the Camera and Camera Frame to the aircraft 

Make sure to use the dedicated cross screws of the type M3.0*6, since an over long screw will puncture the battery by passing through the battery compartment and could lead to explosion or fire.

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A7 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Flight (with GPS & Compass module)Make sure to open the IOC function in the NAZA-M assistant software before using. Definition of Forward Direction: Quad -rotor will fly along this direction when you push the elevator stick.Graphic Description

Nose direction Forward direction Home point Over 10m from Home point 

Before You Start Usually, the forward direction of a flying aircraft is the same as the nose direction. By using IOC, wherever the nose points, the forward direction has nothing to do with nose direction: z In course lock flying, the forward direction is the same as a recorded nose direction. See the following 

figures (The red and blue arrows on the transmitter is corresponding to pitch and roll operations): 

z In home lock flying, the forward direction is the same as the direction from home point to aircraft. See the 

following figures (The red and blue arrows on the transmitter is corresponding to pitch and roll operations): 

Method of Forward Direction & Home Point Recording If you use the IOC function, please keep the Forward Direction of Course Lock Flying and the home point of Home Lock Flying in mind at any time. There are two ways to record the forward direction and the home point: Manually and Automatically. You may choose any one record method. 

Course Lock Flight Home Lock Flight 

Automatically 

30 seconds after you power on the quad-rotor. 

Before takeoff, the current position of the quad-rotor will be saved as home point when you push the throttle stick for the first time after 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

Manually 

Switch the S2 between OFF and CL position quickly 3 to 5 times to record current nose direction as new forward direction after you power on the quad-rotor for 30s. (OFF ->CL-> OFF is one time.) 

When 6 or more GPS satellites are found, you can toggle the S2 switch between CL and HL position quickly 3 to 5 times to record the current position of the quad-rotor as the new home point. (CL -> HL -> CL is one time.) 

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IOC Flying Test Realize an IOC flight by the following procedures. 

During the 

same flight

STEP1: 

Record 

STEP2: ON STEP3: OFF STEP4: ON again 

Course 

Lock 

Switch 

Setting 

Record forward 

direction 

Set switch S1 to GPS or 

ATTI position, S2 to CL 

position 

Set switch S2 

to OFF position

Toggle switch S2 from 

OFF to CL position 

Home Lock

Switch 

Setting 

Record 

home point 

Set switch S1 to GPS

position and S2 to HL

position 

Set switch S2 

to OFF position

Toggle switch S2 from 

OFF to HL position 

IOC FLYING NOTES͜͜͜

z LED will blink quickly if recording is successful. LED will blink between and slowly to indicate 

the IOC mode only when MC is ready to fly in course lock or home lock modes. 

z Home lock flying requires that 6 or more GPS satellites are found and the aircraft is further than 10m 

away from the home point. 

z 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 switch S2 to HL position to fly in home lock when all the requirements are met. If you have already toggled the switch S2 to HL 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, MC will change into home lock automatically when the aircraft flies out of the 10m range around home point. 

z 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. 

1. The aircraft fly’s within 10m range of the home point. 2. You toggle the control mode switch to the ATTI. Mode. 3. The GPS signal becomes bad (The GPS signal LED is blinking Red twice or three times). 

z When the aircraft is flying in home lock mode 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 you intentionally knowing. 

z 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 flight. 

z Continuously spinning the aircraft in flight will cause a yaw error. In this case, you can stop or slow 

down the spinning, so as to have better flight performance. 

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A8 Maintenance 1. Remove the Housing1. Remove all the nuts and propellers by using the assistant wrench. 2. Remove the screws marked in the figure below using a Phillips Screwdriver and a Hexagon 

Screwdriver, and then remove the housing. 

4UZK z Please take good care of the removed parts, for example, screws. Make sure to keep them safe and 

away from children. 

z DO NOT use any thread locker, since the thread locker may corrode the shell of Phantom, may cause 

fractures. 

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2. Extension Power There is an extension power cable in the Phantom for DIY use. The voltage from the Extension Power Cable is the same voltage as the power battery. The red cable is for positive and the grey cable is for negative. Make sure to keep the red cable and the grey cable separated, to avoid short circuit. 

+^ZKTYOUT6U]KX)GHRK

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PHANTOM Flying Flowchart V1.0 (Simplified Version)

This flowchart is aiming at help you to get familiar with the flying procedures of PHANTOM, please read the 

Manual carefully to get the operation details. Its corresponding Firmware Version is V3.0.

Switch on the transmitter, and

then power on the PHANTOM.

System Start 

& Self-check

LED͹Mode +GPS Satellite 

Number+6Yellow

6Yellow means warming up 

LED͹Mode +

GPS Satellite Number

IOC On &

30s after power on

IOC Off &

Warming up is ok.

ATTI. Mode GPS ATTI. Mode

Important: At any moment after power 

on, if the GPS Satellite number is less 

than 6 and last for at least 10s; even

though you select the GPS ATTI. Mode

and LED blinks in the GPS ATTI. Mode,

the PHANTOM will work in ATTI. Mode.

Any GPS Satellite Number

Start Motors

LED͹Blink Green Quickly

Record the Home Point

Flying

Home Point 

Recording is ok

Landed

Power off the PHANTOM, and

then switch off the transmitter

LED: Blink Yellow 

Quickly

FailSafe

LED:Red+

Green+Yellow

Senser Error Too Big

Compass Error Too Big

LED:Red+Yellow

LED͹Mode +GPS Satellite 

Number+6Green

6Green means motion detection.

Important: If PHANTOM is 

moved after power on and 

before the motors start-up,

that is normal.

If it is stationary on the 

ground, please try the IMU 

Basic Calibration.

Keep Leveling 

&Landing

Return to the 

Home Point

GPS Satellite 

Number<6

IOC Starting 

Course Lock

First Level 

Protection Alert

Second Level 

Protection Alert

&Height Descent

If Red LED appears in the last four 

green flashes, the autopilot system 

cannot work.

Recording

is ok.

GPS Satellite Numberʈ6

GPS Satellite Numberʈ6

&IOC On 

FailSafe

GPS Satellite 

Numberʈ6

Home Lock

GPS Satellite Numberʈ6, in GPS ATTI. Mode,

Distance between the Home Point and 

PHANTOM>10m.

IOC Ending 

LED͹Blink

Green Quickly

Record the 

forward

direction.

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SGOTIUTZXURRKX]ORRJOYKTMGMKKTNGTIKJ,GOR9GLK

SUJK_U[IGTXKMGOTIUTZXURULGOXIXGLZ

3KZNUJUL9ZGXZ3UZUX

Green Part means normal procedures:

means regular situation.

means selectable or possible situation.

Pink Text tells the details.

Red Part means possible abnormal situation.

Yellow Part is possible in normal or abnormal situation,

require you to confirm by the Text for details.

Blue Part is the condition of the normal situation.

Purple Part is the condition of the abnormal situation.

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Charger & Battery Parameters

Power Consumption 3.12WTake-Off Weight <1200gHovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) Vertical: 0.8m

Horizontal: 2.5m

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/sMax Tilt Angle 45°Max Ascent / Descent Speed 6m/sMax Flight Velocity 10m/sDiagonal Distance (Motor Center To Motor Center) 350mmPhantom Prop Guard Weight(Single):18.7g

Size(Single): Angle(155.0°) Radius(112.32mm)Whole Size with Four Prop Guards: 575.5mm

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Throttle Stick Is Not At Bottom BBBBBB...Input Signal Abnormal B——–B——–B...Input Voltage Abnormal BB—BB—BB—BB...Charger AC Input 100-240VCharge Current 1A/2A/3ACurrent Drain For Balancing 200mAPower 20W 48
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Battery Type LiPoWorking Frequency 2.4GHz ISMControl Channels 7 ChannelsCommunication Distance 1000mReceiver Sensitivity 1%PER -100dBm

Power Consumption Of TX 20dBmWorking Current /Voltage 52 mA@6VAA Battery 4 Required

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Next Generation Professional Hex-Rotor PlatformThe S800 EVO is a new generation of hex-rotor designed for professional aerial photography. Amongst its other design features, it has a strengthened and rigid frame structure, strong and stable power system, and an efficient, hign capacity power reserve, all making the S800 EVO a perfect choice for commercial and industrial applications.

Highly integrated design, simple and easy to assemble.Folding propellers and a folding GPS bracket, enable greater portability.Retractable landing gear and high-performance vibration absorber kit help you capture smooth footage in a wide range of shooting angles.Perfectly compatible with the WooKong-M flight control system, the S800 EVO easy ily achieves stable flight, and can be used for a wide variety of

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Strong, Rigid Frame StructureThe S800 EVO has a new strengthened structure design, that has greatly enhanced the rigidity and stability of the entire system. The arms have embedded silicone rubber wires, with an innovative integrated design that makes setup simple and neat. There is more space available on the centre frame, allowing you to install any extra equipment you need for your aerial project.Stable, High Performance Power SystemThe newly designed motors have a built-in centrifugal fan with optimized heat dissipation channels; New electronic speed controllers (ESCs) have an efficient control algorithm, and are equipped with a heat sink; And the integrated, ultrabright LEDs added greated visibility to the aircraft.Highly Efficient Power ReserveThe S800 EVO has a new, upgraded power system. Each frame arm has a power capacity of up to 500W, greatty increasing take off capacity.Retractable Landing Gear, Folding Propellers And Folding GPS BracketFolding propellers and folding GPS bracket, give you an excellent level of portability. When flying, the retractable landing gear is well outside of the view of the camera lens, and when equipped with a Zenmuse gimbal, smooth shooting is possible in all directions.

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Flight Parameters

Motor

Frame Arm Length 350mmFrame Arm Weight(Including Motor, ESC, Propeller )

356g

Center Frame Diameter 240mmCenter Frame Weight 550gLanding Gear Size 460mm(Length)×425mm(Width)×320mm(Height)

(Top width: 155mm)

Retractable Landing Gear Weight(Including Battery Tray) 1050gTakeoff Weight 6.0Kg ~ 8.0KgTotal Weight 3.7KgPower Battery LiPo (6S、10000mAh~15000mAh、15C(Min))

Max Power Consumption 3000WHover Power Consumption 800W(@ Takeoff Weight 6.7Kg)Hover Time Max: 20 min

(@15000mAh&6.7Kg Takeoff Weight)

Stator Size 41×14mmKV 400rpm/VMax Power 500WWeight(With Cooling Fan) 158g

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Foldable Propeller(1552)

Current 40A OPTOVoltage 6S LiPoSignal Frequency 30Hz ~ 450HzDrive PWM Frequency 8KHzWeight(With Radiators) 35gMaterial Engineering plasticSize 15×5.2 inchWeight 13g

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NazaͨM V2 

Quick Start Guide V 1.26 

2014.05.12 Revision 

For Firmware Version V4.02 or above 

& Assistant Software Version V2.20 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 V1 (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. 

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Index 

INDEX ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2

INSTRUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

DISCLAIMER & WARNING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 

TRADEMARK ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 

CERTIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 

SYMBOL INSTRUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 

ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION ............................................................................................................................................................ 5

STEP1 PORT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 

STEP2 ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION ................................................................................................................................................................ 6 

ASSISTANT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................... 7

STEP1 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION ON A PC ........................................................................................................................... 7 

STEP2 CONFIGURATION BY ASSISTANT SOFTWARE ON A PC .................................................................................................................. 8 

BASIC FLYING ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

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 

A5 FLIGHT LIMITS............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 

APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 23

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 

MC/PMU FIRMWARE UPGRADE .................................................................................................................................................................. 24 

LED DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 

INSTRUCTION OF V1 (ALSO KNOWN AS NAZA-M) ............................................................................................................... 26

V1 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTION ................................................................................................................................................................. 26 

V1 IS COMPATIBLE 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 TX STICK(S) MID POINT ERROR TOO BIG .................................................................................. 30 

ATTITUDE CONTROLLABLE WHEN ONE MOTOR OUTPUT IS FAILED .................................................................................................... 31 

WHEN USED WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS................................................................................................................................................... 32 

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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 DJI 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 

Forbidden(Important) Cautions Tip Reference 

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Assembly & Connection In the Box: 

Main controller X1, PMU X1, GPS X1, GPS Bracket X1, LED X1, Servo Cable X8, Micro-USB Cable X1, 3M Adhesive 

Tape. 

Step1 Port Description 

LED:Connect to LED module

EXP:Connect to PMU module

M1: To #1 ESC(*)

M2: To #2 ESC

M3: To #3 ESC

M4: To #4 ESC

M5: To #5 ESC

M6: To #6 ESC

F1: To gimbal roll servo or To #7 ESC

F2: To gimbal pitch servo or To #8 ESC

NAZA output is 400Hz refresh frequency

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-Bus/S-Bus2 compatible) / For gain tuning / For IOC switch

X3: For voltage monitor(Connect to PMU V-SEN port) X3: For voltage monitor(

GPS: Connect to GPS/Compass module

Extended CAN port

2S~6S: Powered by 2S~6S LiPo(7.4V~26.0V)

EXP: Connect to Main 

Controller EXP port

Connect to Main Controller LED port

Micro-USB: PC connection 

for parameter configuration 

and firmware upgrade 

Connect to GPS port of PMU

Pointing to the aircraft nose direction

Main Controller

3GOT)UTZXURRKX

PMU

(Power Management Unit)

LED

GPS/Compass

Pointing to the aircraft nose direction

*ESC: Electronic Speed Controller

V-SEN: Connect to Main Controller X3Port 

 Important: the continuous output of the 

 PMU is 3A@5V, and the maximum 

instant current is 7.5A. If PMU cannot afford 

the working current for your servos, please 

use an independent power supply; otherwise, 

it may cause the PMU safeguard and lead to 

the main controller reboot澞

 

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Step2 Assembly & Connection 

Transmitter(TX) & Receiver(RX)

(1)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.

ESCs

ESCs & Motors

Please use the ESCs and motors recommended by the manufacturer 

of your aircraft. We recommend you use DJI motors and ESCs (Refer 

to its manual for details). Connect all ESCs to MC by the motor

numbering method introduced in mixed types Supported .

Important͵If you use 3rd party ESCs, make sure the ESCs travel 

midpoint is at 1520us. DO NOT use 700us travel midpoint ESC, as it 

may lead aircraft to fly away or cause injury and damage. After ESCs 

connection , calibrate ESCs one by one through the receiver directly 

before connect them to your MC, Make sure program all of them into 

Governor off, Break off and Normal Start up to get best experience.

Quad-rotor X Hexa-rotor I Hexa-rotor V

Hexa-rotor Y

Important͵To coaxial propellers: Blue propeller is at TOP; Red propeller is at Bottom. Otherwise all propellers are at top.

Quad-rotor I Hexa-rotor IY

F1

F2

8URR

6OZIN

Main Controller(MC)

Mount͵(1)The DJI logo should face the sky, DO 

NOT mount the MC upside-down. (2)The MC sides 

should be parallel to the aircraft body. (3)The arrow 

should point to the nose direction of aircraft. (4)he 

MC is best positioned near the aircraft’s center of 

gravity. Make sure all ports are accessible.

Tip ͵ It is recommended to f i x the MC until all 

wirings and configurations are completed, using 3M 

gummed paper provided to fix the MC.

(Optional)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 

firstMount the bracket on the center 

plate of craftPosition the bracket at 

least 10 cm from any propeller. 

(2)The DJI logo marked on the GPS 

s h o u l d f a c e t h e s k y , w i t h t h e 

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 

mounting for the first time.

Gimbal

Connect the gimbal servos to 

the ports of F1 and F2 if a 

gimbal is used, and use the 

software for configurations.

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, 

y o u c a n m a k e a c o n n e c t e r b y 

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.

ESC & MC Connection

(JR)

RUDD

THRO

AILE

ELEV

3-position Switch

(Futaba

/Hitec) 4

3

1

2

Step1 Prepare an aircraft, supported the following Mixed Types.

gummed paper prov

Aircraft

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

M7

M8

Main Controller

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

F1

F2

The direction of the arrow in diagram indicates the rotation direction of the motor/propeller.

Octo-rotor I Octo-rotor V Octo-rotor X

3-position Switch

X)

th

Step2 Assembly and Connection

Step3 Double Check

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E

T

R

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MC

A

E

T

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MC

Traditional Receiver 

Power Supply

S-Bus/S-Bus2/PPM Receiver 

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Assistant Software Installation and Configuration 

Step1 Software and Driver Installation 

Installing and running on Windows 

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. 

The installer in EXE format is supported on Win XP, Win7, Win8 (32 or 64 bit). 

Installing and running on Mac OS X 

1. 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. 

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. 

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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. 

Installer in DMG format is supported on Mac OS X 10.6 or above. 

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 by 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 

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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. 

10. 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. 

(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 

system . 

 

(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. 

Recommended Parameters 

Recommended Settings for using F330/F450/F550 

 

Configuration Information Basic Gain Attitude Gain 

Motor ESC Propeller Battery Weight Pitch Roll Yaw Vertical Pitch Roll 

F330 DJI-2212 DJI-18A DJI-8 Inch 3S-2200 790 g 140 140 100 110 140 140

F450 DJI-2212 DJI-30A DJI-8 Inch 3S-2200 890 g 150 150 100 105 150 150

F550 DJI-2212 DJI-30A DJI-8 Inch 4S-3300 1530 g 170 170 150 140 170 170

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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. 

 

GPS ATTI. Mode 

ͣWith GPS Moduleͤ 

ATTI. Mode Manual Mode 

Rudder Angular 

Velocity

Maximum rudder angular velocity is 150°/s

Command 

Linearity YES 

Command Stick 

Meaning 

Multi attitude control; Stick center position for 0 ̊

attitude, its endpoint is 35 ̊. 

Max-angular velocity is 150°/s. 

No attitude angle limitation 

and vertical velocity locking. 

Altitude Lock Maintain the altitude best above 1 meter from ground. NO

Stick Released Lock position if GPS signal 

is adequate. Only attitude stabilizing. NOT Recommend

GPS Lost

When GPS signal has been 

lost for 3s, system enters 

ATTI. Mode automatically.

Only performing attitude 

stabilizing without 

position lock.

---

Safety

Attitude & speed mixture control ensures stability 

Enhanced Fail-Safe(Position Depends on experience. 

lock when hovering)

Auto Level Fail-Safe 

(Attitude stabilizing) 

With GPS/Compass module and the failsafe requirements are satisfied, in each Control 

Mode (including GPS Mode, ATTI. Mode, Manual Mode and IOC Mode), the aircraft will 

enter the failsafe Mode. 

Applications AP work Sports flying. --- 

Start & Stop Motor Knowledge 

(1) Both Immediately Mode and IntelligentMode are available in the Assistant Software: 

Advanced->Motor->Stop Type. 

(2) Stop Motor method is defaulted to ImmediatelyMode. 

Please get to know well about this section before flying. 

1 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: 

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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 CSCcanstop motors. In ATTI. Mode orGPS 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%. 

Notes of Intelligent Mode 

(1) In ATTI. / GPS ATTI. Mode, it has landing judgment, which will stop motors. 

(2) Start motors in ATTI. / GPS ATTI. 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 ATTI. / 

GPS ATTI. Mode (may be caused by collision, motor and ESC error or propeller broken down), 

and throttle stick is under 10%, motors will stop automatically. 

Notes of Intelligent Mode & Immediately Mode 

(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 Intelligentmode, 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) 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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Step1 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. 

(2) DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as keys or cell phones. 

(3) Compass module CANNOT work in the polar circle. 

(4) Compass Calibration is very important, otherwise the system will work abnormal. 

Calibration Procedures 

1. Switch on the transmitter, and then power on autopilot system! 

2. Quickly switch the control mode switch from GPS Mode to Manual Mode and back to GPS Mode (or 

from GPS Mode to ATTI. 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.1) Hold your Multi-rotor horizontal and rotate it around the gravitational force line (about 360o) 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 360o) until the LED turns off, meaning the calibration is finished. 

 

Fig.1 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. 

1. When the GPS is abnormal, the Main controller will tell you by the LED blinking Red and Yellow 

alternately ( ), disable the GPS Module, and automatically enter the aircraft into the 

ATTI. 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 

(1) The flight field is changed. 

(2) When the multi-rotor mechanical setup has changed: 

a) If the GPS/Compass module is re-positioned. 

b) If electronic devices are added/removed/ re-positioned (Main Controller, servos, batteries, etc.). 

c) When the mechanical structure of the multi-rotor is changed. 

(3) If the flight direction appears to be shifting (meaning the multi-rotor doesn’t “fly straight”). 

(4) The LED indicator often indicates abnormality blinking when the multi-rotor spins. (It is normal 

for this to happen only occasionally) 71
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: 

(1) Rotation direction of motor is opposite 

(2) Infirm connection between the motor and the ESC 

(3) Wrong or infirm installation of Main controller 

(4) 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. 

(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 ( ). 

After that, the LED may blink Yellow 4 times quickly ( ). Start motor is disable during LED blinking 

Yellow 4 times quickly ( ), 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 ( ), which means the system is in ATTI. 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 ATTI. Mode without a GPS/Compass module, no GPS signal status LED 

indicator. 

(2) After connecting to the GPS/Compass module, GPS ATTI. Mode is available, and GPS signal status 

LED indicator is available. 

Control Mode LED Indicator GPS Signal Status LED Indicator

Manual Mode: NO LED 

ATTI. Mode: ( indicates that is stick(s) not at center) 

GPS Mode: ( indicates that is stick(s) not at center)

Signal is best (GPS satellites > 6) : NO LED 

Signal is well (GPS satellites = 6) :

Signal is bad(GPS satellites = 5) : 

Signal is worst (GPS satellites< 5) : 72
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. 

 

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. 

 

Step4 Flying Test 

1. Choose an open space without obstruction, tall buildings and crowds as flying filed. Place the aircraft 3 

meters away from you and others, to avoid accidental injury. 

2. If in GPS ATTI. 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 ATTI. 

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 

( ). 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. 

(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 always power off the Multi-rotor first, and then switch off the transmitter after landing. 73
 

FLYING NOTES(VERY IMPORTANT)͜͜͜

(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 5s to re-start motors. 

(3) DO NOT execute the CSC during normal flight without any reason, or it will stop motors at once. 

(4) Pay attention to the GPS satellite status LED indicator. Bad GPS signal may lead the aircraft to 

drift when hovering. 

(5) DO NOT fly near to ferromagnetic substances, to avoid strong magnetic interference with the 

GPS. 

(6) Please avoid using GPS ATTI. 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 ATTI Mode, throttle stick center position is for 0m/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 

A1 FailSafe 

An introduction of Go-Home and Landing. 



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Home-point: Before takeoff, current position of multi-rotor will be saved as home-point by MC 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. 

 

Note 

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. 

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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!!!

(1) 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 theassistant 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 ( ). 

Step1 Before 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. 

z 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 ATTI. Mode or GPS ATTI. Mode. 

 

 Normal flying Course Lock Flying 

z 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 ATTI. Mode, and the aircraft is 

further than 10m away from the home point. 

 

 Normal flying Home Lock Flying 

Step2 IOC 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”. 

IOC Switch 

IOC Function OFF Course Lock 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. 77
Step3 Method 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. 

Course Lock Home Lock 

Automatically

30 seconds after you power on the 

autopilot system. 

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. 

Manually 

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. 

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 

to Course Lock quickly 3 to 5 times. 

DO NOT toggle the switch between Off to Home Lock, since it may change the recording of the 

Forward Direction of Course Lock. 

Step4 IOC 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 ( ) to indicate the IOC mode only when the main controller is really to fly in Course Lock, Home 

Lock modes. 

During the 

same flight 

STEP1: Record STEP2: ON STEP3: OFF STEP4: ON again 

Course Lock

Switch Setting

Record the 

Forward 

Direction 

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS or ATTI. position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

to Course Lock position 

Toggle IOC switch 

to OFF position 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Course 

Lock position 

Home Lock 

Switch Setting

Record the 

Home Point 

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

to Home Lock position 

Toggle IOC switch 

to OFF position 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Home 

Lock position 

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Home point Aircraftͧthe arrow is pointing to the direction of the aircraft nose 78 ͨ
IOC FLYING NOTES͜͜͜ 

(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. 

(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.

(1) Blinking indications of IOC are: 

a) Before motors start: blink, all sticks (except throttle stick) return to center; 

 blink, stick(s) (except throttle stick) not at center. 

b) After motors start and throttle stick is over 10% in 3 seconds: blink, all sticks 

return to center; 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. 

(1) 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 ATTI. Mode. 

c) The GPS signal becomes bad (The GPS signal LED is blinking Red twice or three 

times). 

(2) 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 flight. 

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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. 

a) Lower than 100m, the A/E/R channel is not at the mid point. 

b) Higher than 100m, 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 ATTI. 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 ATTI. 

Mode and Manual Mode, it will quit the FailSafe Mode automatically. In GPS Mode, please toggle the control mode 

switch to the ATTI. Mode and Manual Mode position to regain the control. Refer to the FailSafe section for more 

details. 

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A5 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 10m-100000m, 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. 

(1) Height Limit works when the control mode is GPS or ATTI. 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 

Specifications 

General 

Built-In Functions 

(1) Three Modes of Autopilot

(2)Enhanced Fail Safe 

(3)Low Voltage Protection 

(4)S-Bus/S-Bus2 Receiver Support 

(5)PPM Receiver Support 

(6)2-axle Gimbal Support 

Peripheral 

Supported Multi-rotor z Quad-rotor I4, X4;

z Hexa-rotor I 6, X6, IY6, Y6.

z Octo- rotor I8, V8, X8 

Supported ESC output 400Hz refresh frequency. 

Recommended Transmitter PCM or 2.4GHz with a minimum 4 channels. 

Assistant Software System Requirement Windows XP SP3; Windows 7; Windows 8

Electrical & Mechanical 

Working Voltage Range z MC: 4.8V ~ 5.5 V 

 z 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 

Power Consumption z MAX: 1.5W(0.3A@5V) 

z Normal: 0.6W(0.12A@5V) 

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C (14F ~122F) 

Weight

z MC: 27g 

z GPS/Compass: 27g 

z PMU: 28g 

z LED: 13g 

Dimensions z MC: 45.5mm × 32.5mm × 18.5mm 

z GPS/Compass: 46mm (diameter) x 10mm 

 z PMU͹39.5mm × 27.5mm × 10.0mm 

z LED͹25mm × 25mm × 7.0mm 

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads) 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) z Vertical: ±r 0.8m 

z Horizontal: ±r2.5m 

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s

Max Tilt Angle 35° 

Max Ascent / Descent Speed ±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 Upgrade optionÆCheck 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 OK and power cycle the unit after at least 5 seconds. 

11. Your unit is now up-to-date. 

 

 

(1) After firmware upgrade, please re-configure the system using Assistant software.

(2) If firmware upgrade failed, the system will enter waiting for firmware upgrade status 

automatically, please try again with the above procedures. 

(3) Select Upgrade optionÆCheck the GPS Firmware Version, online upgrade is disable. 

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LED Description 

System Status LED Flashing

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 

Manual Mode: None 

ATTI. Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

GPS Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

IOC Mode: ( stick(s) not at center ) 

GPS Signal State Indicator 

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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 V1 (also known as NAZA-M) V1 (also known as NAZA-M) system is different from V2 system, if you are V1 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 V1 system according to the following chart. 

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x Do not mount it on any other electronic devices. Make sure You 

can see the LED light during the flight.

x If use with DJI multi-rotor, you can solder the VU power cable to 

power pads on frame bottom board. Please refer to DJI multi-rotor 

manual for details.

x If use with 3rd part multi-rotor, you can make a connecter by 

yourself to connect VU, ESCs and battery.

x Sufficient air flow over the VU is highly recommended.

ESCs, Motors

x Motors and ESCs in DJI multi-rotor kit are recommended.

x Please make sure you are using the ESCs and motors 

recommended by the manufacturer of your multi rotor first. NAZA 

output is 400Hz refresh frequency. 

x If you use 3rd party ESCs, please make sure the ESCs travel 

midpoint is at 1520us. DO NOT use 700us travel midpoint ESC, 

as it may lead aircraft to fly away or cause injury and damage.

After connect ESCs to motors, calibrate all your ESCs one by one 

through the receiver directly before connect them to your MC, 

Make sure program all of them into Governor off, Break off and 

Normal Start up to get best experience.

Pitch

Roll

MC

x Please use 3M gummed paper provided To mount MC, and mount 

MC parallel to the aircraft horizon.

x The output ports of MC (the right side in figure) should point to 

the front of multi-rotor. Youȑd better put MC at the gravity 

center of multi-rotor. Please make sure all ports are accessible 

when installing the MC so as to facilitate wiring and software 

configuration.

x In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal pins.

x After choosing a location to mount the MC, it is 

x recommended that you DO NOT mount the MC 

x until all wirings and software configurations are completed.

(Optional) GPS/COMPASS

x GPS/Compass is sensitive to magnetic interference, should be far away from any electronic devices.

x You should use epoxy resin AB glue to assemble the GPS bracket first as the figure showed in 

previous page. 

x Mount the bracket on the center plate of craft first, then fix the GPS on the plate of the bracket (by 

3M glue provided). The GPS is sensitive to vibration interference, so position the bracket at least 10 

cm from any rotor. 

x The DJI logo marked on the GPS should face the sky, with the orientation arrow pointing directly 

forward. The GPS/Compass is packaged with a special indication line for mounting for the first time.

x If you are uncertain whether materials near the GPS/Compass module are magnetic or not, you can 

use a compass or magnet to check it. If you use your own mounting rod, make sure it is NOT 

magnetic!

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V1 is compatible with the PMU V2 (Accessory of Naza-M V2) 

V1 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 V1 MC to V3.10 or above, as the PUM V2 can only 

work with the MC of version 3.10 or above. 

take positive power supply

Disconnection

take positive power supply

Take negative 

power supply

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V1 Port Description 

Please remember the function of each port, which may help you to use the Naza-M efficiently. 

Main Controller 

A For roll control (left/right) 

E For pitch control (front/back) 

T For throttle control 

R For rudder control 

U For Control Mode Switch 

X1 For gimbal pitch control Or for gain tuning 

X2 For D-Bus (S-Bus/ S-Bus2 compatible) Or for gain tuning Or for IOC switch 

X3 For voltage monitor (Connect with VU V-SEN port) 

M1 To #1 rotor 

M2 To #2 rotor 

M3 To #3 rotor 

M4 To #4 rotor 

M5 To #5 rotor 

M6 To #6 rotor 

F1 To gimbal roll servo Or to #7 rotor (Upgrade the MC Firmware to V3.10 or above) 

F2 To gimbal pitch servo Or to #8 rotor (Upgrade the MC Firmware to V3.10 or above) 

LED LED port, for LED wire connection from Versatile Unit 

EXP. 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 

z Orange wire (signal wire) output: ±r3.3V 

z 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. 

Optional GPS & Compass

 Connect to the EXP. port. 

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V1 Specification 

General 

Built-In Functions 

z Three Modes of Autopilot 

z Enhanced Fail Safe 

 z Low Voltage Protection 

 

z S-Bus/ S-Bus2 Receiver Support 

z PPM Receiver Support 

z 2-axle Gimbal Support 

Peripheral 

Supported Multi-rotor 

z Quad-rotor I4, X4;

z Hexa-rotor I 6, X6, IY6, Y6.

z Octo-rotor I8, V8, X8 (Upgrade the MC Firmware to 

V3.10 or above) 

Supported ESC output 400Hz refresh frequency. 

Recommended Transmitter PCM or 2.4GHz with a minimum 4 channels. 

Assistant Software System Requirement Windows XP SP3; Windows 7

Electrical & Mechanical 

Working Voltage Range 

z MC: 4.8V ~ 5.5 V 

z 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 

Power Consumption z MAX: 1.5W(0.3A@5V) 

z Normal: 0.6W(0.12A@5V) 

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C(14F ~122F) 

Weight

z MC: 25g 

z GPS: 21.3g 

z VU: 20g 

Dimensions

z MC: 45.5mm × 31.5mm × 18.5mm 

z GPS & Compass: 46mm (diameter) x 9mm 

z VU: 32.2mm × 21.1mm × 7.7mm 

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads) 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) z Vertical: ±r 0.8m 

z Horizontal: ±r 2.5m 

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s

Max Tilt Angle 45° 

Max Ascent / Descent Speed ±6m/s87
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 ( 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 ( ). 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 ( ) 

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 1m 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 ATTI. 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 88
re-do the compass calibration. Carry out the following procedure to re-mount the GPS module. 

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, θ is the offset angle for GPS re-mounting(about 10~30o) 

Clockwise rotating GPS re-mounting Counter Clockwise rotating GPS re-mounting 

Ţ Ţ

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 

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), yo

u need to adjust the output range of your TX, and then use the Assistant Software to redo the TX cali

bration. 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. 89
Attitude Controllable When One Motor Output is Failed 

For Hexa-rotor, including Hexa-rotor I, Hexa-rotor V, Hexa-rotor IY and Hexa-rotor Y, aircraft is attitude controllable 

when one motor output is failed. 

The NAZA-M 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-M should be in Atti. Mode or GPS Atti. Mode. 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. 

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When used with other DJI products 

The NAZA-M system communicates with other DJI products (e.g. H3-2D gimbal, BTU module, iOSD mini and iOSD 

Mark II) via the CAN-Bus port ( ) of the NAZA PMU V2. You can plug new DJI products into any spare CAN-Bus 

port, since CAN-Bus ports on NAZA-M, CAN HUB, GCU, iOSD mini, iOSD Mark 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. 

 Fig.1 Used with iOSD Mark II 

Fig.2 Used with CAN HUB 

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Fig.3 Use a CAN HUB to connect the 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink 

(1) 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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WooKong-M Quick Start Guide V 1.14 

November 24, 2014 Revision 

For Firmware Version V5.26 

& PC Assistant Software V2.04 

&WM Assistant V1.4.25 

Please strictly follow these steps to mount and connect the autopilot system on your multi-rotor, as well as to install 

the Assistant Software on your computer or Mobile Device. 

Thank you for purchasing this DJI product. Please regularly visit the WooKong-M web page at www.dji.com. This 

page is updated regularly. Any 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. 

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. 

 

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Content 

CONTENT ........................................................................................................................ 2

TRADEMARK .................................................................................................................. 3

DISCLAIMER & WARNING ............................................................................................... 4

CERTIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 4

SYMBOL INSTRUCTION ................................................................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY &CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................ 5

STEP1 ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................ 5

STEP2 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION ON A PC ...................................................... 7

STEP3 CONFIGURATION BY ASSISTANT SOFTWARE ON A PC ............................................... 7

STEP4 COMPASS CALIBRATION .......................................................................................... 8

BASIC FLYING TEST .......................................................................................................... 9

STEP1 ABOUT THE CONTROL MODE SWITCH ...................................................................... 9

STEP2 START & STOP MOTOR ............................................................................................ 9

SETP3 CHECKING LIST BEFORE FLYING ............................................................................... 9

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................ 11

A1 CONTROL MODE KNOWLEDGE .................................................................................... 11

A2 START & STOP MOTOR KNOWLEDGE .......................................................................... 12

A3 INTELLIGENT ORIENTATION CONTROL (IOC) FLIGHT (WITH GPS MODULE) ................. 13

A4 FAILSAFE ................................................................................................................... 17

WM ASSISTANT FOR MOBILE DEVICE ............................................................................ 20

STEP1 ASSEMBLE THE LED BLUETOOTH MODULE .............................................................. 20

STEP2 WM ASSISTANT INSTALLATION............................................................................... 20

STEP3 PARAMETER CONFIGURATION PROCEDURES .......................................................... 20

STEP4 FLYING TEST PROCEDURES .................................................................................... 21

FORGOT MAIN CONTROLLER PASSWORD ......................................................................... 21

HOW TO ACTIVATE MORE FUNCTIONS ............................................................................. 21

APPENDIX ..................................................................................................................... 22

FIRMWARE & ASSISTANT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ................................................................. 22

PORT DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................... 23 94
LED DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................... 24

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................... 25

FAQ .............................................................................................................................. 26

FIX THE TBE (TOILET BOWL EFFECT) PROBLEM ................................................................ 26

REINSTALL THE GPS IN AN OFFSETTING ANGLE ................................................................ 26

ATTITUDE CONTROLLABLE WHEN ONE MOTOR OUTPUT IS FAILED ................................... 26

FLIGHT RESTRICTION IN SPECIFIED AREA DESCRIPTION ..................................................... 27

ABNORMAL CASES IN MOTOR TEST .................................................................................. 27

SOLUTION FOR LED YELLOW AND GREEN BLINKING .......................................................... 27

SOLUTIONS FOR FAILED GAIN VALUE ADJUSTMENT IN THE ASSISTANT SOFTWARE ............... 28

CE STATEMENT.............................................................................................................. 29

Trademark DJI and WooKong-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 DJI 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.

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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. 

WooKong-M 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 product 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. 

3. Any mental damage compensation caused by accident. 

4. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate. 

5. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-DJI accessories and parts. 

6. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake DJI products. 

7. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation or subjective mis-judgment. 

8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging. 

9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by continued flying after low voltage protection alarm is triggered. 

10. 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). 

11. 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. 

12. 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. 

13. 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. 

14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material recorded by the use 

of aircraft. 

15. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery, protection circuit, RC model and battery chargers. 

16. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of DJI Innovations liability. 

Certifications This product is approved with quality standards such as CE, FCC and RoHS. 

Symbol Instruction 

Forbidden(Important) Cautions Tip Reference 

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Assembly &Configuration 

Step1 Assembly 

Install the autopilot system and receiver to the aircraft, and connect them according to the following diagram. 

Refer to the Port Description for more details. 

R/C System

x These are example connections. 

Please setup Aileron, Elevator, 

Throttle, Rudder channels on 

your TX first, and choose one 2 

or 3 positions switch/channel as 

control mode switch, then 

connect your receiver to the 

right ports on MC. 

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x The IMU is best positioned near the 

multi rotor’s center of gravity, where 

vibration is relatively low. 

x Orient the IMU such that the arrow 

marked on the printed surface of the 

IMU faces the sky and points 

directly forward, backward, left or 

right. 

x The sides of the IMU should be 

precisely parallel to the multi rotor 

body. Use double-sided foam tape 

for secured installation.

Main Controller

x There is no orientation requirement for the Main 

Controller. Choose a mounting location where as 

shorter ESC extension wires are needed as 

possible. Please make sure all ports are accessible 

when installing the MC so as to facilitate wiring and 

software configuration.

x In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal 

pins.

x 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.

ESC & Motor

x Please make sure you are using the ESCs and motors recommended by the 

manufacturer of your multi rotor first. We recommend you use DJI motors and ESCs. 

WKM output is 400Hz refresh frequency.

x Connect all ESCs to MC by the motor numbering method introduced in Multi-Rotors 

Supported .

x If you use 3rd party ESCs, please make sure the ESCs travel midpoint is at 1520us. 

DO NOT use 700us travel midpoint ESC, as it may lead aircraft to fly away or cause 

injury and damage. After connect ESCs, calibrate ESCs one by one through the 

receiver directly before connect them to your MC, Make sure program all of them into 

Governor off, Break off and Normal Start up to get best experience.

x If you use 3rd party ESCs, please cut the red wire (power wire) of your ESCs , as the 

power from V-SEN on PMU is suitable to most of receivers and other electronic 

devices.

x If you use extra BEC, please use a servo cable without power wire to connect V-SEN 

to X1. (Not recommend) 

LED Indicator

x Place The LED indicator 

at an appropriate 

location of craft body far 

away from the GPS. Do 

not mount it on other 

electronic devices. 

x Make sure You can see 

the light during the flight. 

x You can connect LED to 

the CAN-Bus port on 

GPS connection wire.

x Please refer to the "LED 

Description" in the 

Appendix to know the 

details of LED blinking 

method.

PMU & Battery

x There is no requirement for 

PMU mounting.

x Use our PMU Connecter (red 

line depicts in figure) to connect 

battery, PMU and ESCs.

x You can choose 2S-6S LiPo 

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propellers are at top. 

z Please select the Mixer type in the assistant software according to your aircraft. 

 

 

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Step2 Software and Driver Installation on a PC 

1. Please download the drive installer and the assistant software from DJI website. 

2. Connect the autopilot system and the PC via a USB cable, and power on the autopilot system. 

3. Run the driver installer, and follow the instructions strictly to finish installation. 

4. Run the assistant software installer, and follow the instructions strictly to finish installation. 

Step3 Configuration by Assistant Software 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. ( connection indicator and 

communication indicator) If the connection indicator is communication indicator is blinking, that the 

software is ready, please go to next step. 

5. Select the “Info” option. Check the software and the firmware version. 

6. 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. 

7. 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. 

8. Select the “Viewer” option and check all parameters. 

z You may be required to fill register information for your first-time-usage. 

z If the communication indicator is , please double check the connections. 

z Basic configuration is necessary before you go to the “Basic Flying Test”. 

z If the software and the firmware upgrade are available, please upgrade the assistant software 

and the firmware by referring to the Appendix. 

z This step is required to use together with the assistant software to obtain more details. 

Recommended Settings for the users with F450/F550/S800/Z15. 

 Configuration Information Basic Attitude 

Motor ESC Propeller Battery Weight Pitch Roll Yaw Vertical Pitch Roll 

F450 DJI-2212 DJI-30A DJI-8 Inch 3S-2200 890 g 150 150 100 105 150 150

F550 DJI-2212 DJI-30A DJI-8 Inch 4S-3300 1530 g 170 170 150 140 170 170

S800 DJI-4114 DJI-40A DJI-15Inch 6S-15000 4770 g 200 200 195 175 190 190

S800+Z15 DJI-4114 DJI-40A DJI-15Inch 6S-10000 6100 g 240 240 200 200 220 220

S800 EVO DJI-4114 PRO DJI-40A DJI-15 Inch 6S-15000 6700 g 130 130 150 150 180 180

*S800 with damping kit can use the same values as S800 EVO. 99
Step4 Compass Calibration 

Without GPS module, please skip this step. If you use with GPS module, follow step-by-step for calibration.

 

z DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is strong magnetic interference, such as 

magnetite, car park, and steel reinforcement under the ground. 

z DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as keys or cell phones. 

z Compass module CANNOT work in the polar circle.

Calibration Procedures 

1. Quickly switch the control mode switch from GPS Mode to Manual Mode and back to GPS Mode for 6 to 

10 times. The LED indicator will turn on solid BLUE. 

2. Rotate your Multi-rotor around the horizontal axis (about 360o) until the LED changes to solid GREEN, 

and then go to the next step. 

3. Hold your Multi-rotor vertically and rotate it (its nose MUST be downward) around the vertical axis (about 

360o) until the LED turns off, meaning the calibration is finished. 

4. The LED indicator will show whether the calibration is successful or not. 

z If the LED keeps WHITE for 3 seconds, meaning the calibration is successful, and then calibration 

mode willexit automatically. 

z 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 1. 

1. 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. 

2. 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. 

3. When to do re-calibration.

z The flight field is changed. 

z The multi-rotor mechanical setup has changed, including the following situations: 

a) If the GPS & Compass module is re-positioned. 

b) Electronic devices added, removed or re-positioned (Main Controller, servos, batteries, etc). 

c) When the mechanical structure of the multi-rotor is changed. 

z If the flight direction appears shifting (meaning the multi-rotor doesn’t “fly straight”). 

z The LED indicator often indicates abnormality blinking when the multi-rotor spins. But it is normal 

for this to happen only occasionally. 

z LED blinks yellow and green ( ) continually, indicating that the compass data is abnormal. 100
Basic Flying Test 

Step1 About the Control Mode Switch 

The autopilot system can work in Manual Mode and ATTI. Mode without a GPS module. After connecting to the 

GPS module, GPS Mode is available. Follow the bellow steps to enter the different control modes. 

1. Use a 3-position switch on the transmitter as mode control switch. 

2. Make sure to take off the aircraft in ATTI. Mode in every flight. 

3. Hover the Aircraft. Release all joysticks and then flip the control mode switch to the GPS Mode or Manual 

Mode (NOT RECOMMENDED). 

Step2 Start & Stop Motor 

Star Motor͹Pushing throttle stick before takeoff will not start motors. You have to execute any one of following 

four Combination Stick Commands (CSC)to start motors 

 

Stop Motor͹The default setting of stop motor is Immediately. For the immediately mode, in any control mode, once 

motors start and throttle stick is over 10%, motors will stop immediately when throttle stick is back under 10% again. 

In this case, if you push the throttle stick over 10% within 5s after motors stop, motors will re-start, CSC is not 

needed. If you don’t push throttle stick after motors start within 3s, motors will stop automatically. 

 

Please refer to the instructions of A1 and A2 in the Advanced Functions section, to learn more about 

the Control Mode and Stop Motor details.

Setp3 Checking List before Flying 

 

 

 

 

z Make sure you have assembled your multi-rotor correctly. 

z Make sure you have done the configuration procedure correctly. 

z Make sure all connections are in good condition. 

z Make sure batteries are fully charged for your transmitter, autopilot system and all devices. 

z Any of the following mistakes will lead to a dangerous accident, double check all these items: 

Rotation direction of motor is opposite / Propeller installation mistake / Main controller installation 

mistake / Wrong connection between the main controller and ESC. 

z Always switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor! (Power off multi-rotor first, then 

switch off the transmitter after landing!) 

z Make sure the GPS signal is good, only one Red LED blinking or without Red LED blinking. 

Otherwise multi-rotor will drift without stick commands. 

z When system is powered on, you MUST NOT move your multi-rotor or sticks on transmitter until 

the system initialization is finished (about 5 second). 

z Please AVOID using the autopilot system in areas of urban area with crowded buildings, tunnels 

and under bridges, where GPS signal will be blocked most likely. 

 

z In ATTI Mode, throttle stick center position is for 0m/s along the vertical direction. You should 

keep the position of throttle stick higher than 10% from cut-throttle during the flight! 

z Please do the fly test and gain tuning with ATTI. Mode in the open air without heavy wind! 

z Refer to the indication in the software: Basic->Gain for more details. 

 

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Step4 Flying Procedures 

1. If in GPS 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 ATTI. Mode, you 

can skip this step. 

2. Place the aircraft three meters away from you and others (especially child), to avoid accidental injury. 

3. Start-up

9 Switch on the transmitter, and then power on autopilot system! You MUST NOT move your multi-rotor or 

sticks on transmitter until the system initialization is finished (about 5 second). 

9 Push both sticks of transmitter to the left bottom or right bottom to start the motors. 

9 Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the neutral position, avoiding the aircraft to tilt to 

one side. At the same time raise the throttle stick from the bottom quickly. The motors will stop if you do 

not push the throttle stick from the bottom within 3s and you will need to execute the start-up procedure 

again. When the aircraft is on the point of leaving the ground, continue to push the throttle stick upwards 

to take off from the ground, pay attention not to push the stick excessively. 

9 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 neutral position to hover the aircraft at the 

desired height.

4. Lower the aircraft slowly. Pull the throttle stick to the bottom and then push the sticks to the left bottom or 

right bottom to stop the motors after landing. (Also, with throttle stick under 10%, and after landing 3s the 

motors will stop automatically)

5. Power off the autopilot system, and then switch off the transmitter after landing.

 

z DO NOT fly near to any ferromagnetic substances, to avoid strong magnetic interference with 

the GPS. Otherwise, it may cause the aircraft to FailSafe, crack or even fly away. 

z If abnormal compass data occurs during flying, LED will blink Yellow and Green alternatively 

( ). If in ATTI and Manual Mode, it is free from influence. In any other control mode, the 

autopilot system will enter into ATTI. Mode automatically; once the compass data goes back to 

normal, the autopilot system will regain the original control mode. 

z If the LED flashes quickly YELLOW then this indicates battery voltage is low, land ASAP. 

z It is recommended to land the aircraft slowly, to prevent the aircraft from damage. 

z 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. 

z The LED will blink White to indicate huge cumulative yaw errors caused by spinning the craft 

continuously. In this case, you can stop or slow down the spinning, and continue flying after the 

White blinking has stopped, so as to have better flight performance. 

z If Low-Voltage Alarm is set, the aircraft will act according to the configuration of the Assistant 

Software once Low-Voltage Alarm is triggered. 

z If Fail-Safe function is set, the aircraft will act according to the configuration of the Assistant 

Software once Fail-Safe is triggered. 

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Advanced Functions 

A1 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. 

 

GPS Mode 

ͣWith GPS Moduleͤ 

ATTI. Mode Manual Mode 

Rudder Angular 

Velocity Maximum rudder angular velocity is 150°/s

Command 

Linearity YES 

Command Stick 

Meaning 

Multi attitude control; Stick center position for 0 ̊

attitude, its endpoint is 35 ̊. 

Max-angular velocity is 150°/s. 

No attitude angle limitation and 

vertical velocity locking. 

Altitude Lock

Maintain the altitude best above 1 meter from 

ground.

NO

Stick Released

Lock position if GPS 

signal is adequate.

Only attitude stabilizing. NOT Recommend

GPS Lost

When GPS signal has 

been lost for 3s, system 

enters ATTI. Mode

automatically.

Only performing attitude 

stabilizing without 

position lock.

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Safety

Attitude & speed mixture control ensures stability 

Depends on experience. 

Enhanced Fail-Safe Auto Level Fail-Safe 

Applications AP work Sports flying. --- 

 

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A2 Start & Stop Motor Knowledge 

Both Immediately Mode and IntelligentMode are available in the Assistant Software: 

Advanced->Motor->Stop Type. 

If necessary, please select the IntelligentMode in the Assistant Software. 

By using the IntelligentMode, different control mode has different way of stopping motors. 

z In Manual Mode, only executing CSCcanstop motors. 

z In ATTI. Mode orGPS 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 3 seconds. 

d) The slope angle of multi-rotor is over 70°, and throttle stick under 10%. 

 

For Intelligent Mode 

z In ATTI. / GPS Mode, it has landing judgment, which will stop motors. 

z Start motors in ATTI. / GPS Mode, you have to execute CSC and then push throttle stick over 

10% in 3 seconds, otherwise motors will stop after 3 seconds. 

z During normal flight, only pull throttle stick under 10% will not stop motors in any control mode. 

z For safety reason, when the slope angle of multi-rotor is over 70° during the flight in ATTI. / 

GPS Mode (may be caused by collision, motor and ESC error or propeller broken down), and 

throttle stick is under 10%, motors will stop automatically. 

 

For Both Intelligent Mode & Immediately Mode 

z 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 

z When transmitter commands are valid under any control modes, the motors will start or stop 

immediately when you execute CSC. It has nothing to do with the current throttle stick position. 

Please DO NOT executes CSC during flight without a good reason. 

z If you choose Intelligent, throttle stick under 10% will trigger landing judgment in any control 

mode. In this judgment, pitch, roll and yaw controls are denied except throttle, but multi-rotor 

will still auto level. 

z In any control mode, DO NOT pull throttle stick under 10% during normal flight without any 

reason. 

z The two cut off types will only work correctly if the transmitter calibration is correct. 

z In failed-safe, CSC is denied by the main controller, motors will hold their state. 

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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. 

Graphic Description: Forward direction 

Step1 Before 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. 

z In course lock flying, the forward direction is the same as a recorded nose direction. 

z All the following requirements are met: the autopilot system is in ATTI. Mode or GPS Mode. 

 

Normal flying Course Lock Flying 

z In home lock flying, the forward direction is the same as the direction from home point to multi-rotor. 

z All the following requirements are met: 6 or more GPS satellites are found, in GPS Mode, and the aircraft is 

further than 10m away from the home point. 

 

Normal flying Home Lock Flying 

z In POI (POI, Point Of Interest) flying, the roll channel controls the multi rotor circular flight speed around a 

fixed point, the pitch channel is used for controlling the diameter around the fixed point, the throttle is used 

to control the height around the fixed point. 

z All the following requirements are met: 6 or more GPS satellites are found, in GPS Mode, and the aircraft is 

further than 5m (and less than 500m) away from the Point of Interest. 

 

Normal flying POI Flying 

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Step2 IOC Switch Setting 

Refer to the assistant software; click the “Advanced” to find the “IOC”. 

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 or point of interest in corresponding modes. There are 

three IOC control mode options, and you should select one in the assistant software. 

Switch

Options Positon-1 Positon-2 Positon-3 

Control 1 OFF Course Lock Home Lock 

Control 2 OFF Course Lock POI 

Control 3 OFF POI 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. 

 

Step3 Method of Forward Direction, Home Point & POI Recording 

If you use the IOC function,please be aware of the Forward Direction of Course Lock Flying, the home point of 

Home Lock Flying, and the Point of Interest of the POI Flying. There are two ways to record the forward direction 

and the home point: Manually and Automatically. You may choose any one record method. 

If the IOC switch is set as the above table; you can do the manual recording according to the following table. 

Manually 

Course Lock

Control 1͹Toggle the switch from Positon-1 to Positon-2, and back to Positon-1 quickly 3 to 5 

times. 

Control 2͹ The same as above. 

Home Lock 

Before takeoff and after 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

Control 1͹Toggle the switch from Positon-2 to Positon-3, and back to Positon-2 quickly 3 to 5 

times 

Control 3͹The same as above. 

POI

Before takeoff and after 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

Control 2͹Toggle the switch from Positon-2 to Positon-3, and back to Positon-2 quickly 3 to 5 

times. 

Control 3͹Toggle the switch from Positon-1 to Positon-2, and back to Positon-1 quickly 3 to 5 

times. 

Automatically 

Course Lock 30 seconds after you power on the autopilot system. 

Home Lock Before takeoff, the current position of the aircraft will be saved as home point when you push 

the throttle stick for the first time after 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

POINone 

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z LED will blink GREEN quickly if Forward Direction recording is successful. 

z LED will blink PURPLE quickly if Home Point recording is successful. 

z LED will blink CYAN quickly if POI recording is successful. 

z After Home Point is recorded successfully, LED will blink continually under 

below conditions. None of these conditions is omitted. 

1. GPS signal is well, the satellites number MC searched is more than 6. 

2. Distance between aircraft and the recorded home point is less than 8m. 

3. Current control mode is not Manual mode. 

z DO NOT toggle the switch between Positon-1 to Positon-3, since it may change the recording 

of the Positon-2. 

Step4 IOC Flying Test 

Then you can do Course Lock, Home Lock, and POI flying test

Carry out an IOC flight by the following procedure. The Control Mode LED will blink GREEN to indicate the IOC 

mode only when the main controller is really to fly in Course Lock, Home Lock modes or POI. 

During the 

same flight 

STEP1: Record STEP2: ON STEP3: OFF STEP4: ON again 

Course 

Lock 

Switch 

Setting 

Record the 

forward 

direction 

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS or ATTI. position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

to Course Lock position 

Toggle IOC 

switch to OFF 

position 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Course 

Lock position 

Home Lock

Switch 

Setting 

Record the 

home point 

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

to Home Lock position 

Toggle IOC 

switch to OFF 

position 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to Home 

Lock position 

POI 

Switch 

Setting 

Record the POI

Set Control Mode switch at 

GPS position, 

Toggle IOC switch from OFF 

Toggle IOC 

switch to OFF 

position 

Toggle IOC switch 

from OFF to POI 

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to POI position 

 Aircraft moving direction when pull pitch stick Aircraft moving direction when pull roll stick 

Home point Aircraftͧthe arrow is pointing to the direction of the aircraft noseͨ 

IOC FLYING NOTES͜͜͜ 

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. 

z Home lock flying requires that 6 or more GPS satellites are found and the aircraft is further than 

10m away from the home point. 

z In POI flying, avoid using POI in areas where the GPS signal might be lost or the transmitter 

/receiver signal might be lost (such as built up urban areas), to make sure 6 or more GPS 

satellites are found. And the multi-rotor is required to fly further than 5m (and less than 500m) 

away from the Point of Interest. 

z Continuously spinning will cause a yaw error. In this case, you can stop or slow down the 

spinning, so as to have better flight performance. 

z 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.

z 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.. 

z When you are flying in home lock mode, if the aircraft is back into the 10m range around home 

point, or you switch into ATTI. Mode, or the GPS signal becomes weak, the autopilot system will 

fly in course lock by the current forward direction automatically. But this forward direction is 

NOT the recorded forward direction. If you open the course lock now, it will fly in course lock 

still by the earlier recorded forward direction. 

z We suggest that you should know clearly that, by which lock method you are going to fly, and 

the locked forward direction or home point, before you switch on IOC mode during the flight. 

z Refer to the LED Description in the Appendix for more details. 

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A4 FailSafe 

FailSafe methods include Hover, Go-home, and Altitude Go-home. Choose one as your failsafe method, which will 

be triggered when the MC loses the control signal in one of the following situations: 

1) Signal lost between transmitter and receiver, e.g. multi-rotor is out of the communication range, or 

transmitter has failed, etc. 

2) One or more connections of A, E, T, R, U channels between the MC and receiver is lost. If this happens 

before take-off, the motors will not start if you raise the throttle stick. If this happens during the flight, the 

LED will flash blue to warn you, in addition to the fail-safe method. If Hovering fail-safe method is configured 

and U channel is disconnected, multi-rotor will auto land. 

Also, you can select the Go-Home Switch item to start go-home (Go-home, and Altitude Go-home) by using a TX 

switch during the flight, when selected during flight the LED will flash purple instead of blue. 

The multi-rotor position before takeoff, including reference longitude, reference latitude and reference altitude, is 

saved as home point by the MC automatically when you raise the throttle stick for the first time AND it has 6 or 

more GPS satellites acquired for more than 8 seconds ( blinks once or no blinking >8secs) 

After taking off, every time the aircraft recorded a home-point successfully the LED will blink Cyan quickly for 

indicating. 

THEREFORE: to use any form of Go-home (including failsafe return home), you must make sure 6 or more GPS 

satellites are acquired for more than 8 seconds ( blinks once or no blinking >8secs) before take-off, this will 

assure correct recording of the Home position. 

Go-Home Altitude: Determined by the reference altitude and the FailSafe method chosen. That is, the go-home 

altitude may be different due to fail-safe method chosen. 

 

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If GPS satellite found >= 6 and last 8s,

at the first time you pull the throttle 

stick, then record Home Location 

Flight altitude when fail-safe starts

>(reference altitude+20m)

Flight altitude when fail-safe starts

<=(reference altitude+20m)

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when fail-safe starts. 

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Go-Home Switch͹ Before using this function, you have to choose a 

2-position switch on your transmitter as the Go-Home switch. Then connect 

the correct channel of the receiver to the X3 port of the MC. 

You should assign: Position-1 to Start; Position-2 to Standby; or reverse the assignment for Position-1 and Position-2. 

Move the Tx switch of the channel X3 and check that the corresponding area Start andStandby turns blue on the 

assistant software screen. If required adjust the Tx channel end points. 

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z Switching from Standby to Start will enable go-home during flight and you will no longer have 

flight control of the Multi rotor. If the multi-rotor is already in a failsafe condition, then the 

go-home switch will not work. 

z If you switch to Manual Mode or Atti. Mode, (and the multi rotor is not in a fail-safe condition), 

then the go-home is cancelled and you regain control of the multi copter. Once GPS. Mode is 

re-selected you can once again use the go-home function. 

z Use end-point fine tuning on your transmitter to adjust the X3 channel, to give the correct 

switch indication in the assistant software. 

z The following example shows how to enable Go-home by the Tx Switch. Use position-1 to Start 

and Position-2 to Standby for example. 

Position -1Æ Position -2Æ Position -1, if the initial switch position is at Start (Position -1). 

Position -2Æ Position -1, if the initial switch position is at Standby (Position -2). 

z The home point of the ground station one key go-home is the same as the point set by user in 

the ground station software. 

z If the home point is not set by the ground station, the home point of the ground station one 

key go-home function is the point recorded by the MC. 

z If the Go-Home Switch cannot be selected in the assistant software, that may be due to the X3 

channel been set for remote gain tuning, you should change this if required. 

 

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WM Assistant for Mobile Device 

Step1 Assemble the LED Bluetooth Module 

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The LED Bluetooth Module is necessary if you are using the WM Assistant. This module is 

only for the iOS Device, not for android equipment. Its Operating Temperature range is 

from -5°C to +60°C. Please refer to the Assembly & Configuration -> Step1 Assembly to 

attach the module. 

This module has a USB interface for configuration and firmware upgrades when 

connecting to PC. The “LED Indicator” tells the status of autopilot system, and the “LED 

Bluetooth Module Status Indicator” tells whether the LED Bluetooth Module is working 

or not. The built-in Bluetooth is for wireless communication between the autopilot system 

and mobile equipment, with a maximum communication distance of 50m. 

Step2 WM Assistant Installation 

Please search the WM Assistant from the App Store by your iOS device, download and install it. 

Step3 Parameter Configuration Procedures 

1. Prepare an iOS Device that supports Bluetooth 4.0, and turn on the Bluetooth. 

2. Switch on the transmitter first, power on the autopilot system. The LED Indicator blinks ( ......) when 

self-check. After that, check the LED Bluetooth Module Status Indicator, if it is solid red on, then the LED 

Bluetooth Module is working normally. 

3. Run the WM Assistant. The LED Indicator blinks Purple and Yellow alternately ( ) when the WM 

Assistant is connected to the autopilot system. Make sure your iOS device is connected to the Internet 

for the first time you use, to register account. And also you can login with the PC assistant account. 

4. Run the WM Assistant. Set up the name and password for autopilot system according to the App start. 

5. Observe the indicators on the left bottom of the software. ( connection indicator and 

communication indicator) On the WM Assistant, if the communication indicator is , please double check 

the connections and driver installation; otherwise if the indicator is blinking , go to next step. 

6. Select the “Basic” option. Please follow step-by-step for your first-time-configuration. Basic configuration 

is necessary. Click the icon to get the configuration details. 

7. You can click the “Advanced” option for more parameter settings. Advanced setting is optional. There are 

Motor, Enhanced Fail-Safe, Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC), Gimbal, Low-voltage Alarm, Flight 

Limits, etc. 

8. Select Viewer and check all parameters. 

9. Select “More” to obtain more details. Including: (Parameter)Import-Export, Restore Factory Settings, 

Account, Main Controller List, Information( including Hardware ID, IMU, Loader, Firmware, SN and 

Functions Activation Status), Rate WM Assistant, Feedback, About(Help Document, Disclaimer) 

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If the LED Bluetooth Module Status Indicator does not be solid red on, then the LED Bluetooth 

Module works abnormally. There are following situations: 

(1) The main controller firmware version is not matched, please upgrade the main controller. 

(2) There is something wrong with the connection between the LED Bluetooth module and main 

controller, please check the connection. 

(3) The LED Bluetooth module is damaged, please contact your dealer. 

iOS Device List 

iPhone 4s, iPhone 5, iPod touch 5, iPad mini, iPad 3, iPad 4 

Refer to the WM Assistant for more details. 

The gain value displayed on Mobile Device and PC may be a little different, that is OK for use. 

Step4 Flying Test Procedures 

1. Get the aircraft ready, run the WM Assistant and make sure it is connected with the main controller. (The 

indicators on the WM Assistant are ) 

2. Start the motors. 

3. The “View” page shows the relative parameters real-time when flying. 

4. Go to the “Basic” and click into the “Gain” page to set the values of all gains real-time during flying. 

5. Go to the “Advanced” and click into the “Gimbal” page to configure the gimbal real-time during flying. 

6. Finish the flying and land your aircraft. 

 

Only the parameter referred above can be changed during flying. Others can be configured after 

landing. 

Forgot Main Controller Password 

When connecting to the WooKong M flight control system to the WM Assistant using a mobile device for the first 

time, users will be asked to set a name and password for the WooKong M main controller. If the password is 

forgotten, users can connect the flight control system to Assistant software on a PC and click “Reset Bluetooth 

Info” in the Tools page to reset username and password. Once complete, set a new username and password as 

before. 

How to Activate More Functions 

In the Future you might be asked to fill in the new S/Nin the future if you brought new function upgrades. Fill-in 

the S/N and then click Write button. If you filled in an invalid S/N over 30 times, your MC will be locked and you 

have to contact our customer support. 

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Appendix Firmware & Assistant Software Upgrade 

Please follow the procedure for software and firmware upgrade; otherwise the autopilot 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 autopilot system to PC with USB cable, DO NOT break connection until firmware upgrade is 

finished. 

5. Run Software and wait for connection. 

6. Select InfoÆSoftware and Firmware. 

7. DJI server will check your current software and firmware version, and get the latest software and 

firmware prepared for the unit. 

8. If there is a software version more up-to-date than your current version, you will be able to click to 

download the new version. Please re-install the assistant software follow the prompts 

9. If there is a firmware version more up-to-date than your current version, you will be able to click to 

update them. 

10. Wait until Assistant software shows “finished”. 

11. Click OK and power cycle the unit after at least 5 seconds. Your unit is now up-to-date. 

 

z After firmware upgrade, please re-configure the system using Assistant software.

z If the firmware upgrade failed, the autopilot system will enter waiting for firmware upgrade 

status automatically, please try again with the above procedures. 

 

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Port Description 

Please remember the function of each port, which may help you to use the autopilot system efficiently. 

Main Controller 

A For roll control (left/right) 

E For pitch control (front/back) 

T For throttle control Or to gimbal roll servo 

R For rudder control Or to gimbal pitch servo 

U For Control Mode Switch 

X1 For voltage monitor (Connect with PMU V-SEN port) 

X2 For D-Bus (S-Bus/S-Bus2 compatible) Or for gain tuning Or for IOC switch 

X3 For gimbal pitch control Or for gain tuning Or for switch go-home 

M6 To #6 rotor 

M5 To #5 rotor 

M4 To #4 rotor 

M3 To #3 rotor 

M2 To #2 rotor 

M1 To #1 rotor 

F2 To gimbal pitch servo Or to #8 rotor 

F1 To gimbal roll servo Or to #7 rotor 

Micro-B USB port: PC connection for configuration and firmware upgrades. 

CAN-Bus port: MC uses CAN-Bus to power and communicate with other WKM modules. 

(In three-pin ports, pins near the nicks are signal pins.) 

Power Management Unit 

V-SEN For monitoring battery voltage and supplying power to receiver and other electronic devices. 

(Connect with MC X1 port) 

z Orange wire (signal wire) output: 0V ~ + 3.3V 

z Red wire (power wire) output: 3A@5V 

PW For supplying power to WKM system. 

z Output: Max 2A@6V 

 

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LED Description 

Flight States 

Manual Mode Atti. Mode GPS Mode IOC Tx Signal Lost 

GPS satellites < 5 

GPS satellites= 5 

GPS satellites =6 

Attitude & GPS good 

Attitude status fair 

Attitude status bad 

IMU data Lost 

Aircraft off home point 

less than 8m --- 

Flashing indications of , , are: Single flash, all the transmitter sticks are at center position, multi rotor 

hovering; Double flash, transmitter stick(s) not at center position, speed command is not zero. 

Compass Calibration and Abnormal Data Indicator

Begin horizontal calibration 

Begin vertical calibration 

Calibration finished 

Calibration Failure or others error 

Abnormal Compass Data 

Low Voltage Warning

First level protection

Second level protection

Recording 

Record a home-point successfully 

Record a forward direction successfully 

Record a Point Of Interest successfully 

WM Assistant Connection Indicator 

WM Assistant is connected to the autopilot system

 

Main Controller LED

MC is functioning correctly. 

Boot loader mode, MC is waiting for firmware upgrade. 

Firmware upgrade has finished. MC is waiting for reboot. 

Error occurred during firmware upgrade, MC reboot is required. or

PMU LED 

PMU connection is correct. 

Connection between PMU and battery is wrong (polarity error). 

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Specifications 

General 

Built-In Functions z Three Modes Autopilot 

z PPM Receiver Supported 

z 2-axle Gimbal Support 

z Enhanced Fail Safe 

z S-Bus/S-Bus2 Receiver Supported 

z Intelligent Orientation Control 

z Multi Output Frequency Supported 

z Low Voltage Protection 

 

 

Peripheral 

Supported Multi-rotor z Quad-rotor: I4, X4;

z Hexa-rotor: I6, V6, Y6, IY6;

z Octo-rotor: X8, I8, V8.

Supported ESC output 400Hz refresh frequency. 

Recommended Transmitter Only PCM or 2.4GHz with minimum 7 channels and 

fail-safe function available on all channels. 

Recommended Battery 2S ~ 6S LiPo 

Assistant Software System Requirement Windows XP SP3 / 7 /8

Electrical & Mechanical 

Power Consumption MAX 5W 

 (0.9A@5V, 0.7A@5.8V, 0.5A@7.4V, 0.4A@8V) 

Operating Temperature -5°C to +60°C 

Total Weight <= 118g (overall) 

Dimensions z MC: 51.2mm x 38.0mm x 15.3mm 

z IMU: 41.4mm x 31.1mm x 27.8mm 

z GPS & Compass: 50mm (diameter) x 9mm 

z LED Indicator: 25mm x 25mm x 7mm 

z PMU: 39.5mm×27.5mm×9.7mm 

Flight Performance (can be effected by mechanical performance and payloads) 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) z Vertical: ± 0.5m 

z Horizontal: ± 2m 

Maximum Wind Resistance <8m/s (17.9mph / 28.8km/h) 

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 150deg/s

Max Tilt Angle 35° 

Ascent / Descent ±6m/s

 

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FAQ Fix the TBE (Toilet Bowl Effect) Problem 

When flying in GPS 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. 

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, θ is the offset angle for GPS re-mounting(about 10~30o) 

Clockwise rotating GPS re-mounting 

Counter Clockwise 

rotating 

GPS re-mounting 

Ţ Ţ

Reinstall the GPS in an Offsetting Angle 

Should you find the 

multi-rotor does not track 

straight in forward flight, 

you might try 

re-mounting GPS in an 

offsetting angle as 

showed in right figure. Θ

in the figure is the 

offsetting angle. 

Attitude Controllable When One Motor Output is Failed 

For Hexa-rotor, including Hexa-rotor I, Hexa-rotor V, Hexa-rotor IY and Hexa-rotor Y, aircraft is attitude 

controllable when one motor output is failed. 

The WKM 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 WKM should be in Atti. Mode or GPS Mode. The aircraft will rotate, due to an imbalance of 

torque; however, it can still be controlled by the Transmitter. 

Objective flight direction

GPS mounting direction

GPS mounting direction

Actual flight direction

Objective flight direction

Actual flight direction

1 2 3

©

©

Without GPS offset angle

With GPS offset angle

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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. 

Flight Restriction in Specified Area Description 

Flight Functions are restricted within the radius of 15Km from Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. 

In the restricted area, with GPS/Compass Module and GPS signal is good, you cannot take off the aircraft in any 

Control Mode. 

In the restricted area, with GPS/Compass Module and GPS signal is bad, you can take off the aircraft, once the 

GPS signal becomes good, you can only control the aircraft to land. Manual Mode is free form restriction. 

Fly into the restricted area, you can only control the aircraft to land. Manual Mode is free form restriction. 

Abnormal Cases in Motor Test 

Below are abnormal cases and solutions for Motor Test in the Assistant software 

(1) Tested motor does not rotate, there are two situations: 

a) Connection issues: please check the connections first, such as whether MC and motors are power on, 

whether connection between MC and ESC is well, whether three cables of ESC are correctly 

connected to motor. If connections are well, then check whether motors or ESC are breakdown. 

b) Please increase the Motor Idle Speed in the Advanced page of Assistant software. 

(2) Tested motor rotates in wrong direction: please swap over any two wire connections of the motor. 

(3) Rotating motor is not the tested motor (e.g. M2 motor rotates when click button”M1”): please ensure the 

cable of ESC is correct connected to the right port of MC. 

Solution for LED yellow and green blinking 

LED blinks yellow and green ( alternatively means compass errors or interferences: 

(1) Long time : in this case compass calibration is required. 

(2) Temporary : e.g. LED blinks several times when the aircraft flying over some district and then no 

blinks; or take an calibrated aircraft from outside to inside of house, the may appear inside. In these cases the 

compass is ok and has no influences to flight. Compass calibration is not required. 

When compass data become abnormal (LED blinks yellow and green  during flying, for safety reasons, the 

autopilot system will auto change the control mode. However in ATTI. and Manual Mode is free from influence. In 

any other control mode, the autopilot system will enter into ATTI. Mode automatically (the mode shown on status 

bar will be “Atti.” if you connect the autopilot to the assistant software). Once the compass data go back to normal, 

the autopilot system will regain the original control mode. 

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Solutions for failed gain value adjustment in the Assistant software 

If you fail to adjust the gain value in the Assistant software, please check the follow items to solve the problem. 

(1) Make sure the MC has connected and communicated with the Assistant software successfully. 

(2)Make sure the Receiver has connected to the MC successfully. 

(3)Make sure you have selected the correct Receiver type in the Assistant software, and then you can try to adjust 

the gain value again. 

 

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CE Statement Due to the used enclosure material, the devices shall only be connected to a USB. 

Interface of version 2.0 or higher. The connection to so called power USB is prohibited. 

Hereby, SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements 

and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. 

FCC Statement͹

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

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. 

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications 

or changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user’s authority to operate the 

equipment. 

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. 

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Inhaltsverzeichnis

1 Flight Ctrl V2.1...........................................................................................................................................1/16

1.1 Top Side........................................................................................................................................1/16

1.1.1 Molex-Connector to connect to power distribution board..................................................1/16

1.2 Bottom Side..................................................................................................................................2/16

2 Flight Ctrl. 2.1.............................................................................................................................................4/16

3 Connections.................................................................................................................................................5/16

3.1 Connectors SV1............................................................................................................................5/16

3.2 Connectors SV2............................................................................................................................5/16

3.3 Connectors SV3............................................................................................................................6/16

3.4 Connectors SV4............................................................................................................................6/16

4 Receiver Connection...................................................................................................................................7/16

4.1 Standard PPM-Receiver................................................................................................................7/16

4.2 Spektrum Satellite Receiver..........................................................................................................8/16

4.3 Jeti Satellite Receiver....................................................................................................................8/16

4.4 HoTT Receiver.............................................................................................................................9/16

4.5 Futaba S.Bus Receiver................................................................................................................10/16

5 Wiring Diagram........................................................................................................................................12/16

6 Hardware Changes since V2.00...............................................................................................................13/16

6.1 What's included and what has changed compared with V2.0.....................................................13/16

7 Other..........................................................................................................................................................14/16

8 Software Development..............................................................................................................................15/16

9 Upgrade for 5S and 6S LiPo....................................................................................................................16/16

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1 Flight Ctrl V2.1

Shoplink

1.1 Top Side

1.1.1 Molex-Connector to connect to power distribution board

1 - Molex Connector

Connections from top to bottom:

1 - Ground (GND FC and Buzzer)

2 - + Buzzer

3 - I2C Bus (D)

4 - I2C Bus (C)

5 - +12V

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• suitable connector for the Molex cable

• suitable Molex cable

If you are using this new connection you will be unable to install a power switch for your Flight Controller.

The Mikrokopter will then get turned on by connecting your Lipo battery. (All MK with more than 4 engines

do that anyways).

1.2 Bottom Side

1 - 10pin connector for MK-USB or NaviCtrl connection

2 - Pressure Sensor (cut out of sensor connector points to the right)

3 - 6pin connector for servo 2 and Servo 3

4 - 6pin connector for servo 4 and servo 5

5 - DC/DC voltage regulator 5v Recom for Flight Controller

6 - DC/DC voltage regulator 5v Recom for servos

7 - 6pin connector for NaviCtrl

8 - 6pin connector for servo 1 and switchable J16/J17 connectors

9 - I2C connector (C/D) for BL Controllers

10 - JET (If you are using the Jeti Satellite receiver you will have to bridge these two connectors)

11 - 5pin connector (5V, GND, 3,3V, RX,TX)

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Connection for Jeti receiver:

♦ Connect PPM cable to #13, bridge the 2 connectors on #10 and connect RX

Connection for Spektrum Satellite::

♦ Connect the orange Receiver cable on 3,3V, black to G and gray to RX

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12 - connection for the buzzer (BUZ-/BUZ+)

13 - Connection for PPM receiver (GN-brown, +5V-red, PPM-orange)

14 - Ground (GND) connection for the Flight Controller

15 - Positive (+) connection for the Flight Controller (if a power switch is being used)

16 - Positive (+) connection for the Flight Controller (without a power switch)

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2 Flight Ctrl. 2.1

The FlightCtrl is already fitted with all needed components.

 The FCV2.1 can be connected to the powerboard via the molex cable.

When using the Molexkabel between FlightCtrl and powerboard, you don't have to solder the I2C bus, the

buzzer and the power cable to the FlightCtrl.

Only the power cable for the receiver still has to be soldered to the FlightCtrl.

The buzzer is connected directly to the appropriate solder points of the powerboard (Buzzer / -).

The I2C-bus and the voltage supply are provided from the power distribution via the Molex.

Alternatively, the FC V2.1 can be connected with individual cable to the power distributor. But then you don't

have to use the Molexcable.

 When mounting the FlightCtrl, the printed arrow shows to the rigger No.1 (red rigger). The PCB populated

side facing up.

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3 Connections

(FC2.1 and FC2.0 are identical except the new Molex Connector)

3.1 Connectors SV1

3.2 Connectors SV2

Upper Row (switchable outputs)

Pin1: 100mA switchable output with NON Open Collector for LED's, Programmable with MK Koptertool

with J16.

Pin3: +5 Volt

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Pin5: 100mA switchable output with NON Open Collector for LED's, Programmable with MK Koptertool

with J17.

Lower row: Nick-Servo Output

Pin2: Servo 1 output (for Nick-Servo camera stabilization)(adjustable via MK Koptertool)

Pin4: +5V

Pin6: GND

Attention: the servo outputs get activated after the calibration of the gyros. Push the throttle lever in the upper

left corner until you hear the buzzer and the green LED turns off.

3.3 Connectors SV3

Upper row: Servo 3

Pin1: Servo 3 output

Pin3: +5V

Pin5: GND

Lower Row: Roll-Servo Output

Pin2: Servo 2 Output (Setting in Koptertool)

Pin4: +5V

Pin6: GND

3.4 Connectors SV4

Upper row: Servo 5

Pin1: Servo 5 output

Pin3: +5V

Pin5: GND

Lower Row: Servo 4

Pin2: Servo 4 output

Pin4: +5V

Pin6: GND

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4 Receiver Connection

Please note, that you have to choose the right receiver in the settings under "Channels".

4.1 Standard PPM-Receiver

Examples:

• DSL4TOP (35/40MHz)

• R6107SP Futaba 2,4GHz

Connection:

PPM - sum signal

Pad Function Cable color

GN GND/Minus Black

+5 Plus 5V Red

PPM data

connection Orange

Click to enlarge the image

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4.2 Spektrum Satellite Receiver

The 3,3V power connection for the satellite receiver is on the bottom side of the Flight Controller.

Connection:

2nd serial port connection

Pad Function Cable color

G GND/Minus Black

3V Plus 3V Orange

RX data connection Gray

Click to enlarge the image

Also see: Spektrum

4.3 Jeti Satellite Receiver

The external diode is already integrated into the FC2.1 circuit and therefore will not have to get soldered.

Connection:

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PPM - sum signal + Telemetry

Pad Function Cable color

GN GND/Minus Black

+5 Plus 5V Red

PPM data connection Orange

RX Telemetry connection User defined

JET solder bridge for Telemetry -

Click to enlarge the image

Also see: JetiDuplex

4.4 HoTT Receiver

Since Software version V0.86

The HoTT receiver will also connected on the PPM and RX pads of the FlightCtrl. To send the telemetry a

solder bridge on "JET" is needed.

More informations about the HoTT-System you can find here: HoTT

Connection:

PPM - Sum signal + Telemetry

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Pad Function Cable color

GN GND/Minus Black

+5 Plus 5V Red

PPM data connection Orange

RX Telemetry connection User defined

JET solder bridge for Telemetry -

Click to enlarge the image

4.5 Futaba S.Bus Receiver

Since Software version V0.88 / FlightCtrl V2.1

A S.Bus receiver can be connected with a signal-inverter to the FlightCtrl.

The needed Signal-Inverter you can get here: Shoplink

Connection:

2nd serial port connection

Pad Function Cable color

5V Plus 5V Red

G GND/Minus Black

RX data connection Orange

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Click to enlarge the image

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5 Wiring Diagram

 The usage of MikroKopter Software is only permitted on original MikroKopter hardware.

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6 Hardware Changes since V2.00

• new controller with double the flash memory (ATMEGA1284P)

• Molex-connector for easy power distribution board connection

• integrated power supply for Spektrum Satellite receiver

• JET connector bridge for easy usage for JETI down-link

Adjustable resistor for pressure sensor to accommodate 2000-3000 meters in elevation depending on

weather

• 

• resistor adjustment for I2C Pull-Ups.

• Protection diode for Buzzer

• new black color

6.1 What's included and what has changed compared with V2.0

• Pressure Sensor MPX4115A is included

2 power regulators (recom or similar) are included to supply your flight controller and servos with

power

• 

• power switch is NOT includes and has to get ordered separately

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7 Other

the boot loader for FC2.1 is not public domain and can not be read out thanks to our good friends in

china.

• 

• a AtMega1284 Prozessor with programmed bootloader is available here

• under no circumstances is it allowed to program or delete the ISP with Atmel programmers

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8 Software Development

For software development for the new AtMega1284 processor and you need the WinAVR-20060421

Compiler and a special Patch from H&I.

• 

• In addition, in the makefile of the project, change the processor to "MCU = ATMEGA1284P".

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9 Upgrade for 5S and 6S LiPo

Should a 5S or 6S Lipo be used instead of a 4S Lipo, the Recoms regulator must be replaced with an

appropriate Traco DC/DC regulator.

Furthermore, all electrolytic capacitors in the input area should be exchanged with 25V-rated types.

All reconstructions of the FlightCtrl board are taken at your own risk.

The voltage regulator must be replaced with one of a correspondingly high input voltage range (e.g.

Traco TSR1-2450) as the Recoms only permits up to 18V input voltage. Costs about €9.

• 

All SMD capacitors in the input area should be rated to 25V. However, the Kerko - subject to

availability upon placer - also only 16V. (yes, the FC is also sold as a max. 4s in the shop) If in doubt,

replace.

• 

• Exchange the large radial leaded capacitor "C55" for a 330μF/25V type.

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GETTING STARTED 

Thank you for purchasing the Graupner HoTT 2.4 System Please read through this entire manual before 

you attempt the installation and usage of your Graupner HoTT 2.4 System!

These operating instructions are part of this product. They contains important notes to the operation and 

handling. Please take this into consideration when you pass on the product to third parties. Neglect of 

the operating instructions and the safety instructions lead to expiring the warranty. 

Graupner constantly work on the advancement of all remote control systems; changes of the scope of delivery in form, technology and equipment we must reserve ourselves therefore. Please have understanding 

for the fact that from data and illustrations of this operating instructions no requirements can be derived.

Please keep these instructions for further reference!

1. GENERAL NOTE

When switching on or adjusting the radio control system it is essential to keep the transmitter aerial at 

least 15 cm away from the receiver aerials at all times. If the transmitter aerial is too close to the receiver 

aerials, the receiver will be overloaded, causing the red LED on the receiver to light up. The transmitter 

responds by emitting a beep once every second; the red LED also goes out. The radio control system 

is now in Fail-Safe mode.

If this should occur, simply increase the distance between the aerials until the audible warning signal 

ceases, and the red LED on the transmitter lights up again; at the same time the red LED on the receiver 

should go out.

2. FUNCTIONS 

2.1. Binding

When you wish to use the Graupner HoTT 2.4 GHz receiver with a particular transmitter, the fi rst step 

must always be to “bind” the unit to “its” Graupner HoTT 2.4 GHz RF module (transmitter). This “binding” 

procedure only needs to be carried out once for each combination of receiver and RF module. The units 

supplied in the set are already bound to each other at the factory, i.e. the binding procedure described in 

the following section only needs to be carried out when you wish to use an additional receiver. However, 

it can also be repeated at any time if required, e.g. after changing transmitters. When binding is required, 

this is the procedure:

• Switch the transmitter and receiver on.

• Locate the BIND / RANGE button on the back of the transmitter, and hold it pressed in while you

 press and hold the SET button on the receiver. Both LEDs on the back of the transmitter now glow

 constantly, and the red LED on the receiver fl ashes.

• Under normal circumstances the fl ashing red LED on the receiver will cease to fl ash and switch to 

 a constant green within about ten seconds. This indicates that the binding process is complete. You 

 can now release both buttons, and your transmitter / receiver combination is ready for use.

• However, if the red LED on the receiver continues to fl ash for longer than ten seconds, then the 

 binding process has failed. If this should occur, repeat the whole procedure.

2.1.1.Binding“ multiple receivers in one model

If required, it is also possible to bind multiple receivers to the transmitter for a particular model. The fi rst 

step is to bind each receiver individually using the procedure already described.

When the system is in use, the receiver which was bound last is the Master receiver. Any telemetry sensors installed in the model must be connected to this unit, as only the Master receiver transmits sensor 

data using the downlink channel. The second and all further receivers operate in parallel with the Master 

receiver but in Slave mode, with the downlink channel switched off.

The control functions can also be distributed amongst multiple receivers; this is carried out using the 

Channel Mapping function of the SMART-BOX (Order No. 33700). In the same way it is possible to assign one control function to multiple receiver outputs; a typical example would be the use of two servos 

for each aileron instead of only one, etc.

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2.2. Range checking

The method of checking the effective range of the Graupner HoTT 2.4 GHz system is described below. 

We recommend that you ask a friend to help you with this procedure.

After binding the receiver to your transmitter, switch the transmitter and the receiver on, and wait until 

the green LED on the receiver lights up.

• Install the bound receiver in the model in its fi nal intended position.

• Switch the RC system on, so that you can observe the movement of the servos.

• Set up the model on a fl at surface (pavement, closely mown grass or earth), and ensure that the

 receiver aerials are located at least fi fteen cm above the ground. This may require a support for the

 model.

• Hold the transmitter at hip-height, away from your body, but do not point the aerial directly at the

 model; instead turn and / or angle the aerial tip so that it stands vertical, and keep it there for the

 duration of the range check.

• Locate the BIND / RANGE button on the back of the transmitter, and press it to initiate range-check

 mode. Hold the button pressed in until the transmitter starts to beep at a regular rhythm; the red and

 green LEDs adjacent to the BIND / RANGE button now fl ash alternately.

• Walk away from the model, operating the transmitter sticks constantly. If you detect an interruption

 in the link within a range of about fi fty metres, stand still and attempt to reproduce it.

• If the model is fi tted with a motor, switch it on in order to check whether the power system is gene-

 rating interference.

• Continue to walk away from the model until you reach the point where perfect control is no longer

 possible.

• Now press the BIND / RANGE button on the transmitter once more; this terminates range-check 

 mode manually, and the model should respond normally to control commands. If this does not occur

 with 100% reliability, the system should not be used. Contact your local Service Department of 

 Graupner GmbH & Co. KG.

• Range-check mode is usually terminated manually when the user presses the BIND / RANGE but

 ton, but it terminates automatically after about ninety seconds in any case. The red LED now glows

 constantly again, while the green LED either glows constantly or fl ashes continuously, according to

 the Country setting.

• We recommend that you check effective radio range before every fl ight. While you are carrying 

 out the check, simulate all the servo movements which will take place when the model is in fl ight. 

 The ground range must always be at least fi fty metres in order to ensure safe, reliable model con-

 trol. 

Note:

Range-check mode is usually terminated manually when the user presses the BIND / RANGE button, 

but it terminates automatically after about ninety seconds in any case.

CAUTION:

During normal operations (i. e. when controlling a model) never press and hold the programming 

button on the transmitter module!

2.3. Fail-Safe function

In its default state (as delivered) the receiver is set to “Hold” mode, i.e. if a fail-safe situation occurs, all 

the servos connected to it maintain the last position detected as valid. In this mode the red LED on the 

receiver lights up when interference occurs, and the red LED on the transmitter goes out. The transmitter also starts beeping about once per second as an audible warning.

You can exploit the safety potential of the fail-safe option by at least programming the throttle channel to 

respond to a fail-safe situation: the throttle channel of an engine-powered model should be set to idle, 

the throttle channel of an electric-powered model to “stop”, and the throttle channel of a model helicopter 

to “Hold”. If interference should occur, these settings will help prevent the model fl ying out of control, 

possibly causing personal injury or property damage.

IMPORTANT:

The two functions “Binding” and “Range check” described above can be used regardless of the method 

you last employed to program the transmitter, i.e. using the programming button or the SMART-BOX; 

neither of these two options causes signifi cant changes to the settings saved in the receiver. However, 

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if you call up the Fail-Safe function using the programming button as described below, this resets ALL 

the settings of the SMART-BOX at the Fail-Safe screen (RX FAIL SAFE) - and this includes the settings 

available through the facilities of the programming button. At the same time the Country setting will 

revert to Universal if you have previously selected “France” using the programming button - see below 

under “2.4”. You MUST therefore select the Country setting again if necessary. For this reason, wherever possible it is always best to maintain your programmed settings using the SMART-BOX.

Switch your receiving system on. Locate the BIND / RANGE button on the back of the transmitter, and 

hold it pressed in while you switch the transmitter on. Release the button again once it is switched on.

You can now call up the desired Fail-Safe mode (Fail-Safe on / off, Hold, or Standard) by cycling through 

the modes with a brief press of the BIND / RANGE button:

• Fail-Safe mode: when you press the BIND / RANGE button, the transmitter beeps once; the red

 and green LEDs glow constantly.

 It is now possible to program positions to which the servos will move in a Fail-Safe situation; this

 occurs after a “Hold” period of 0.75 seconds: move the corresponding transmitter controls (sticks,

 rotary knobs, INC / DEC buttons etc.) to the desired Fail-Safe positions SIMULTANEOUSLY, then 

 hold the BIND / RANGE button pressed in for three to four seconds. When you release the button,

 both the red and green LEDs should light up constantly, and the transmitter should not emit an au-

 dible signal: the transmitter now reverts to Control mode. If this does not occur, repeat the procedu-

 re.

• Hold mode (recommended for model helicopters): when you press the BIND / RANGE button,

 the transmitter beeps twice; the red LED lights up constantly, and the green LED goes out (factory

 default setting).

 If interference occurs, all servos programmed to “Hold” remain at the last position detected by the 

 receiver as correct; this situation is maintained until such time as the receiver picks up a new, valid 

 control signal.

 You can save your selection by holding the BIND / RANGE button pressed in for three to four se-

 conds. When you release the button, both the red and green LEDs should light up constantly, and 

 the transmitter should not emit an audible signal: the transmitter now reverts to Control mode. If this

 does not occur, repeat the procedure.

• Fail-Safe OFF: when you press the BIND / RANGE button, the transmitter beeps three times; the

 green LED glows constantly, the red LED goes out.

 You can save your selection by holding the BIND / RANGE button pressed in for three to four se-

 conds. When you release the button, both the red and green LEDs should light up constantly, and 

 the transmitter should not emit an audible signal: the transmitter now reverts to Control mode. If this

 does not occur, repeat the procedure.

• Standard mode (suitable for fi xed-wing model aircraft only): when you press the BIND / RAN-

 GE button, the transmitter beeps four times; both LEDs are off.

 In this mode the throttle servo (channel 1) moves to the Fail-Safe position, i.e. the position you have

 programmed for a Fail-Safe situation, while all the other channels remain at “Hold”.

 Move the throttle stick to the desired position, then hold the BIND / RANGE button pressed in for 

 three to four seconds. When you release the button, both the red and green LEDs should light up 

 constantly, and the transmitter should not emit an audible signal: the transmitter now reverts to

 Control mode. If this does not occur, repeat the procedure.

2.4. Range warning

If the receiver signal in the down-link channel becomes too weak, the transmitter always generates an 

audible range warning in the form of a beep emitted about once per second. Since the transmitter’s 

output is much higher than that of the receiver, you will still maintain full control of the model, but in the 

interests of safety you should fl y the model back towards you until the warning signal ceases again.

If the audible range warning signal does not cease when you reduce the distance, then the transmitter 

or receiver low voltage or temperature warning is active! In this case you must land the model and cease 

operations without delay.

2.5. Firmware update or SMART-BOX connection

The SMART-BOX is connected to the DATA socket on the back of the transmitter.

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Firmware updates for the transmitter RF module can be transferred via the DATA or telemetry interface 

in conjunction with a PC running Windows XP, Vista or 7. For this you also require the USB interface, 

Order No. 7168.6, and the adapter lead, Order No. 7168.6A, which are available separately.

The programs and fi les required for this are available from www.graupner.de in the Download area for 

the corresponding products.

See also chapter 4.1.

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3. Receiver

3.1 Connections

Plug the servos into the row of sockets on the right-hand end of the receiver. The connector system is 

polarised; note the small chamfer on one edge. Never use force - the plugs should engage easily and 

fully. The socket polarity is also marked on the case: brown wire (-), red (+) and orange (signal).

The servo sockets of the Graupner-HoTT 2.4 receiver are numbered. The socket marked “- +/B” is 

intended for the battery. If necessary, a servo can be connected to this socket in parallel with the power 

supply; a Y-lead (Order No. 3936.11) is required for this.

It is also possible to program the channel 8 for the sum signal using a Graupner HoTT transmitter or the 

SMART-BOX (Order No. 33700). This is important for certain optional devices which require this signal.

Power supply for receiver 33508, 33512

When using High Power servos, connect the receiver power supply/s preferably to the vertical ports of 

the receiver. If necessary, the servos can be connected to this sockets in parallel with the power supply; 

a Y-lead (Order No. 3936.11) is required for this.

The lower sockets (33508 and 33512) should not be used, because an increased voltage drop occurs.

When using a dual power supply, use the sockets on the outside:

Receiver 33506/33508 (GR-12/GR-16): Channel 1 and 6 (or 2 and 5)

Receiver 33512 (GR-24): Channel 11 and 12

The socket marked “T” - telemetry interface - on the left-hand end of the receiver is intended for the 

optional telemetry sensors. This socket is also used for loading fi rmware updates in conjunction with the 

USB interface. This socket is also polarised; note the small chamfer on one edge. Never use force - the 

plugs should engage easily and fully. The socket polarity is also marked on the case: brown wire (-), red 

(+) and orange (T). 

Servo sockets

Programming socket

RECEIVER 33508

Channel 1 and 6

do not use

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3.2. Low voltage warning

If the receiver voltage falls below 3.8 V, the transmitter’s RF module generates a low voltage warning in 

the form of a “general alarm sound”: a steady beeping at intervals of about one second.

Note: The warning threshold can be programmed in the TELEMETRY menu of the transmitter (or with 

the SMART-BOX). Please read the manual of your transmitter.

3.3. Temperature warning

If the receiver temperature falls below -10° C or exceeds +70° C, the transmitter’s RF module generates 

a temperature warning in the form of a “general alarm sound”: a steady beeping at intervals of about 

one second.

Note: The warning threshold can be programmed in the TELEMETRY menu of the transmitter (or with 

the SMART-BOX). Please read the manual of your transmitter.

3.4. Firmware updates

Firmware updates for the receiver can be transferred via the programming socketvia the programming 

socket on the side of the unit, in conjunction with a PC running Windows XP, Vista or 7. For this you 

also require the USB interface, Order No. 7168.6, and the adapter lead, Order No. 7168.6A, which are 

available separately.

The programs and fi les required for this are available from www.graupner.de in the Download area for 

the corresponding products.

See also chapter 4.2.

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4. Firmware update Graupner-HoTT 2.4 Transmitter and receiver

Firmware updates for the transmitter RF module can be transferred via the DATA or telemetry interface 

in conjunction with a PC running Windows XP, Vista or 7. For this you also require the USB interface, 

Order No. 7168.6, and the adapter lead, Order No. 7168.6A or 7168.6S, which are available separately.

The programs and fi les required for this are available from www.graupner.de in the Download area for 

the corresponding products.

Install the Firmware Update Utility Graupner and the USB drivers on your computer. Check the system 

requirements!

This socket is polarised; note the small chamfer on one edge. Never use 

force - the plug should engage easily and fully.

4.1. Receiver

Connect the adapter lead to the socket on the left-hand end of the receiver, as shown in the illustration. This socket is also polarised; note the 

small chamfer on one edge. Never use force - the plug should engage 

easily and fully.

The black wire (-) must be at the front, the white wire (T) at the back.

4.2. Update procedure

Ensure that the adapter lead is confi gured as shown in the illustrations, and is connected correctly to 

the transmitter or receiver.

Start the Firmware Upgrade Graupner Studio.

Under „Port Select“ select the correct 

COM port „Silicon Labs CP210x USB 

to UART Bridge“, i.e. the one to which 

the USB lead is connected. 

Choose the „HoTT receiver update“ 

menu. Now click on the “File Browse” 

button and select the the previously 

loaded fi rmware fi le ending in *.bin. If 

everything is correct, the fi le will appear in the corresponding window.

The fi rmware fi les are encoded in product-specifi c form, i.e. if you accidentally select a fi le which does 

not match the product (e.g. transmitter update fi le instead of receiver fi le), then the pop-up window “Product code error” will appear, and you will not be able to start the update procedure (fi g. A).

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Press the “Program” button in the software. Wait briefl y until 

you see movement in the progress bar. This make take up to 

fi ve seconds, depending on the computer (fi g. B).

Receiver: press the SET button, and switch the receiver on 

while you hold it pressed in.

After a few seconds the Status screen displays the message 

“Found target device...”; you can now release the button, and 

the fi rmware update process commences.

If the device is not recognised, if the pop-up window “Target device ID not found” appears, or if the process fails before 100%

is reached, you must restart the update procedure. Repeat all 

the steps as described above.

The Status display and the Progress bar show the progress of 

the fi rmware update. The update is completed when the popup 

message “Download Process Complete” appears (fi g. C).

During the update process both red and green LEDs on the receiver glow constantly. When it is complete, the red LED starts

fl ashing, the green goes out.

Switch your receiver off, and disconnect the adapter lead.

Caution: after completing an update process, you must initialise the device before using it, i.e. reset it to the factory 

default values.

Initialisation:

Press and hold the SET button on the receiver and switch it on, the red and green LED‘s are blinking. 

After about three seconds the LED‘s expires, then only the red LED fl ashes. Release now the SET 

button, the initialization is complete. 

Please note:

The initialisation procedure erases ALL the settings you have entered. Where necessary, you will need 

to program your preferred settings again.

Any settings you have entered using the SMART-BOX are also lost when you initialise the receiver. If you carry out a receiver fi rmware update, you will need to re-enter these settings.

The latest version of these instructions can be found at www.graupner.de

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B

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Konformitätserklärung gemäß dem Gesetz über Funkanlagen und

Telekomunikationsendeinrichtungen (FTEG) und der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG (R&TTE)

Declaration of Conformity in accordiance with the Radio and Telecomunikations Terminal Equipment

Act (FTEG) and Directive 1999/5/EG (R&TTE)

Graupner GmbH & Co. KG

Henriettenstraße 94-96

D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck

erklärt, dass das Produkt:

declares that the product

Geräteklasse: 2

Equipment class

den grundlegenden Anforderungen des § 3 und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen des 

FTEG (Artikel 3 der R&TTE) entspricht. 

complies with the essential requirements of § 3 and the other relevant provisions of the FTEG (Article 3 of the

R&TTE Directive).

Angewendete harmonisierte Normen:

Harmonised standards applied

EN 60950:2006

 

EN 301 489-1 V1.7.1

EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1

EN 300 328 V1.7.1 

 Health and safety requirements pursuant to § 3 (1) 1. (Article 3 (1) a))

 Protection requirement concernig electromagnetic compatibility

 § 3 (1) 2, Artikel 3 (1) b))

 Measures for the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum

 § 3 (2) (Article 3 (2))

Kirchheim,19. Dezember 2011 Stefan Graupner, Geschäftsführer 

Stefan Graupner, Managing Director

Graupner GmbH & Co. KG Henriettenstraße 94-96 D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck Germany

Tel: 07021/722-0 EMail: Fax: 07021/722-188 info@graupner.de

Gesundheit und Sicherheit gemäß § 3 (1) 1. (Artikel 3 (1)a)) 

Schutzanforderungen in Bezug auf elektromagnetische 

Verträglichkeit § 3 (1) 2, Artikel 3 (1) b))

Maßnahmen zur effizienten Nutzung des Frequenzspektrums 

§ 3 (2) (Artikel 3 (2))

mx-12 HoTT - No. 33112, mx-16 HoTT - No. 33116,

mx-20 HoTT - No. 33124,

GR-12 HoTT - No. 33506, GR-16 HoTT - No. 33508,

GR-24 HoTT - No. 33512

0678

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ENVIRONNEMENTAL PROTECTION NOTES

When this product comes to the end of its useful life, you must not dispose of it in the ordinary 

domestic waste. The correct method of disposal is to take it to your local collection point for recycling electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol shown here, which may be found on the 

product itself, in the operating instructions or on the packaging, indicates that this is the case.

Individual markings indicate which materials can be recycled and re-used. You can make an important 

contribution to the protection of our common environment by re-using the product, recycling the basic 

materials or recycling redundant equipment in other ways.

Remove batteries from your device and dispose of them at your local collection point for batteries.

In case of R/C models, you have to remove electronic parts like servos, receiver, or speed controller 

from the product in question, and these parts must be disposed of with a corresponding collection point 

for electrical scrap.

If you don’t know the location of your nearest disposal centre, please enquire at your local council offi ce. 

FCC INFORMATION

Graupner GR-16 HoTT #33508 and GR-24 #33512 

FCC ID: ZKZ-33508 and ZKZ-33512

FCC Label Compliance Statement

This device complies with Part 15C of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

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

 operation.

WARNING:

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

the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15C 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 connec-

 ted.

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

RF Exposure Statement

This device has been evaluated to meet the FCC RF exposure requirement when used in combination 

with the genuine Graupner HoTT accessoires and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between 

the antenna and your body.

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ACCESSORIES:

Order No. 33505 Receiver GR-12S HoTT

Order No. 33506 Receiver GR-12 HoTT

Order No. 33508 Receiver GR-16 HoTT

Order No. 33512 Receiver GR-24 HoTT

Order No. 33600 Graupner HoTT GPS/Vario 

Module

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ACCESSORIES:

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Order No. 33611 General Air-Module Graupner HoTT 

Vario, RPM, Fuel, 2x temperature, 2x 

voltage, max. current 40A, capacity, 

single cell voltage 2 -6 S

Order No. 33615

Order No. 33613 Graupner HoTT Temperature Sensor 

200°C, voltage sensor

Graupner HoTT RPM Optical Sensor

Order No. 33700 HoTT SMART BOX

Order No. 33612 Graupner HoTT Temperature Sensor 

120°C, voltage sensor

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Henriettenstraße 94 – 96

D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck

Germany

www.graupner.de

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