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0 Warning Lt. Important :Cj; Hints and Tips [ili] Reference 

Read Before the Frrst Pli@ht 

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Advanced: 

1. In the Box 

2. Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual 

3. Phantom 3 Advanced Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

5. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines 

We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer 

before you fly. Prepare for your first flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Advanced Quick Start Guide and 

refer to the User Manual for more detailed information. 

\lideo Tutorials 

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional 

safely: 

http://www. dji. com/prod uct/phantom-3/video 

Down load the DJ I GO aRp 

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

to download the latest version. 

The Android version of the DJI GO app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. 

The iOS version of the DJI GO app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later. 

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Contents 

Using this manual 

Legends 

Read Before the First Flight 

Video Tutorials 

Download the DJI GO app 

Product Profile 

Introduction 

Feature Highlights 

Preparing the Aircraft 

Aircraft Diagram 

Remote Controller Diagram 

Aircraft / 

Flight Controller 

Flight Mode 

Flight Status Indicator 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

Smart RTH 

Low Battery RTH 

Failsafe RTH 

Vision Positioning System 

Flight Recorder 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 

Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Profile 

Using the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

Linking the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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Camera and Gimbal 

Camera Profile 

Gimbal 

DJI GO app 

Camera 

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Store 

Discovery 

Flight 

Flight Environment Requirements 

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

Preflight Checklist 

Calibrating the Compass 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

Flight Test 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 

Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

Appendix 

S pacifications 

Firmwares Update 

Intelligent Flight Mode 

After-Sales Information 

FCC Compliance 

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Product Profile 

This section introduces the Phantom 3 

Advanced and lists the components of 

the aircraft and remote controller. 

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lr;Jtroduction --- The Phantom 3 Advanced represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 

1 080p video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated 

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

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

Feature Highlights ----------- Camera and Gimbal: Phantom 3 Advanced has a fully integrated camera that shoots 1080p video at up to 

60 frames per second and captures 12 megapixel photos. An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, 

lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera. 

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

Lightbridge. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells 

and an advanced power management system. 

Flight Controller: The next-generation flight controller has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable 

flight experience. A newly implemented flight recorder stores critical data from each flight and the Vision 

Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is 

unavailable. 

Removing Gimbal Clamp 

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

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Attaching the Propellers: 

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

Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure 

all propellers are securely in place. 

& Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position. 

Battery Installation 

Slide battery into the battery compartment according to the arrow's direction shown below. Make 

sure that you hear a click sound indicates the battery is firmly installed. Failure to do so may affect 

the flight safety of your aircraft. 

Preparing the Remote Controller: 

The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to 

the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outward. 

1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the 

clamp to fit the size of your mobile device. 

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

remote controller using a USB cable. 

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

the remote controller. 

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Aircraft Diagram 

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[1] GPS 

[2] Propeller 

[3] Motor 

[4] Front LED Indicator 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimbal and Camera 

[7] Camera Status Indicator 

[8] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

[9] Aircraft Status Indicator 

[10] Intelligent Flight Battery 

[11] Vision Positioning Sensors 

[12] Antennas 

[13] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

[14] Camera Micro-USB Port 

[15] Link Button 

[1] Antennas 

Relays aircraft control and 

video signal. 

[2] Mobile Device Holder 

Securely mounts your mobile 

device to the remote controller. 

[3] Control Stick 

Controls the orientation and 

movement of the aircraft. 

[4] Return Home (RTH) Button 

Press and hold the button to 

initiate Return to Home (RTH). 
[5] Battery Level LEOs 

Displays the battery level of the remote 

controller. 

[6] Status LED 

Displays the remote controller's system status. 

[7] Power Button 

Used to turn the remote controller on and off. 

[8] RTH LED 

Circular LED around the RTH button displays 

RTH status. 

[9] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

GOapp.) 

[1 0] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

GO app.) 

[11] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is 

selected, the set number of photos will be 

taken with one press. 

[12] Flight Mode Switch 

Switch between P-mode, A-mode, and 

F-mode. 

[13] Video Recording Button 

Press to start recording video. Press again to 

stop recording. 

[17] C1 Button 

Customizable through the DJI GO app. 

[18] C2 Button 

Customizable through the DJI GO app. 

[19] Power Port 

Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to 

charge the battery of the remote controller. 

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[14] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

[15] Mircro-USB Port 

Reserved port. 

[16] USB Port 

Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for 

firmware upgrade. 

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This section introduces the features of 

the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning 

System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery 

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Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

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

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

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

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

braking feature. 

Flight Mode 

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below: 

P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of 

P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Advanced depending on signal strength 

of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : 

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

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

using only the Vision Positioning System for positioning. 

P-A Til: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized. 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses 

its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and 

the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. 

:(j: Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight 

Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information. 

FliQht Status Indicator 

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

shown in the figure below: 

Airc raft Status Indicator 

The Front LEOs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEOs glow solid red when the aircraft is 

turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the 

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

Indicators: 

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Alreraft Status Indicator E>escriprtion 

Normal 

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Alternatively 

~w : ······ Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively 

-~($i ······Green Flashes Slowly 

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\v; .. ······Yellow Flashes Slowly 

Warning 

_·-) ······Fast Yellow Flashing 

; · · · · · · Slow Red Flashing 

f · · · · · · Fast Red Flashing 

'·f!i · · · · · · Red Rashing Alternatively 

~:- Solid Red •. ~· !.( 

-ifJJ: ·,.o: ······ Red amd Yellow Flash Alternatively 

Retu n-to-Home (RTH) 

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Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing 

Warming Up 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision 

Positioning) 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but 

without GPS) 

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

Positioning) 

Remote Controller's Signal Lost 

l,.ow Battery Warning 

Critical Battery Warning 

IMU Error 

Critical Error 

Compass Calibration Required 

The Return-to-Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are 

three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes 

these three scenarios in detail. 

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Srnart RTH 

De:serjption 

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

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

strength is indicated by the GPS icon ( 11!! ). The aircraft status 

indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded. 

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Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on page 26 for more information) or 

tap the RTH button in the OJI GO app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will then automatically return to the last recorded Home Point. You may use 

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

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

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

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Law Battery RTH 

The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that 

may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately 

when prompted. The DJI GO app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The 

aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after a ten-second countdown. The 

user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds 

for these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's current altitude and distance from 

the Home Point. 

The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough 

to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft's 

orientation during the landing process. 

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

Battery Level 

Warn in~ 

Low battery 

level warning 

CriUcal Low 

att~1y level 

warning 

Estimated 

remaining 

flight time 

Critical Low battery level 

warning( Red) 

Sufficient battery 

level( Green) 

Low battery 

level warning(Yellow) Remaining fligt1t time 

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The battery 

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immediately. 

Estimated 

remaining flight 

based on current 

battery level. 

to return home 

Battery level Indicator 

Aircraff Status 

lneicqter 

Aircraft status 

indicator blinks 

RED slowly. 

Aircraft status 

indicator blinks 

RED quickly. 

N/A 

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Tap "Go-home" to have the 

aircraft return to the Home 

point and land automatically, 

or "Cancel" to resume normal 

flight. If no action is taken, 

the aircraft will automatically 

go home and land after 10 

seconds. Remote controller 

will sound an alarm. 

The DJI GO app display will 

flash red and i he aircraft will 

start to descend. The remote 

controlle~ will sound an alarm. 

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Flight InstructiOns 

Fly the aircraft 

back and land 

it as soon as 

possible, then 

stop the motors 

and replace the 

battery. 

Allow the aircraft to 

descend and land 

automatically. 

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:\): ·When the Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, 

you may push the throttle upward to make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an 

opportunity to navigate to a more appropriate landing location. 

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

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

and status. 

Failsafe RTH 

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

be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Returnto-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote 

controller signal connection is re-established. 

Failsafe Illustration 

1 Record Home Point 2 Confirming H6me Point 

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Fast Blinking Yellow Fast Blinking Yellow Fast Blinking Yellow 

& · Aircraft cannot return to the Home Point when GPS signal is weak ( [ ~Pill] displays grey) or 

unavailable. 

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

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

the Home Point if you move the throttle stick if the aircraft reaches 20 meters (65 feet) altitudes 

or beyond during Failsafe. 

·The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an 

suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI GO app and enter "Camera" and 

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

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

user can press RTH button once to exit ascending and regain control. 

Failsafe Safety Notices 

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The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it 

is important to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch 

the DJl GO app and enter "Camera" and select "MODE > Advanced 

Settings > Failsafe mode" to set the Failsafe altitude. 
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If the aircraft is flying under 20 meters (65 feet) and Failsafe (including 

: Srn rt RTH, Lower Battery RTH ) is triggered, the aircraft wi ll first 

I automatically ascend to 20 meters (65 feet) from the current altitude. 

You can only cancel the ascending by ex!1inQ the Failsafe. Refer to ''RTH 

Button" on page 26 for more information on how to exit the Failsafe and 

regain lhe control of the remote controller. 

Aircraft automatically descends and lands if RTH is triggered when the 

aircraft flies within a 20 meters (65 feet) radius of the Home Point. Aircraft 

will stop ascending and immediately return to the Home Point if you move 

the throttle stick if the aircraft reaches 20 meters (65 feet) altitudes or 

beyond during Failsafe. 

Aircraft cannot returnio the Home Point wllen GPS signal is weak 

( [~ 111il J displays grey) or unavailable. 

if you move the throttle stick after the aircraft rises above 65 feet 

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(20m) but below the pre-set Failsafe RTH altitude, the aircraft will stop 

ascending and immediately return to the Home Point. 

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Vision Positioning System 

The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current 

position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Advanced can hover in place more precisely 

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

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

ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera. 

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Using Vision Positioning 

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Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Advanced is turned on. No 

further action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS 

is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 

Professional can hover precisely even without GPS. 

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 

1. Toggle the flight mode switch to P-mode. 

2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot 

work properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations. 

3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator will flash green two times, which 

indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift off 

and the aircraft will hover in place. 

~ The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is 

flying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating 

above sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in 

suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from P-mode to A-mode automatically if neither 

GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the 

following situations: 

• Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). 

• Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. 

• Flying at high speeds( over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). 

• Flying over water or transparent surfaces. 

• Flying over moving surfaces or objects . 

• Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. 

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

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

• Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. 

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

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

:<): • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness 

of the sensors. 

• Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light 

conditions (less than 100 lux). 

• Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is 

in operation . 

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

ground (below 0.5 meters) at fast speeds .. 

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

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

flight Reeorder 

Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. This includes flight 

telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters. To access these data, connect the 

aircraft to the PC through the Micro-USB port and launch the DJI GO app. 

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Attaching and Detaching· the Propellers 

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Advanced . The grey and black nuts on 

the propeller indicate where they should be attached and in which direction whey should spin . To 

attach the propellers properly, match the nut color with the motor axis color. 

Propellers Sil~;~er D0t Black Dot 

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Attach On Motors with a grey axes Motors with a black axes 

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

'b 'l Unlock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. 

Attaching the Propellers 

1. Be sure to remove the warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers. 

2. Attach the propellers with silver dots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise 

to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with black dots onto the motors with black axes and spin 

the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand 

before flight. 

& · Ensure the propellers are attached to the correct motors. Only using the propller with the same 

model. 

• Tighten the propellers with both hands before each flight. 

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

or broken propellers. 

• Stand clear of the motors and DO NOT touch the propellers when t11ey are spinning. 

Detaching the Propellers 

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

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

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

or broken propellers. 

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

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

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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ 

discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved 

byDJI. 

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The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to 

"Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" for more information . 

Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Advanced charger is 57 W . 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 

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

2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs display the current battery power cycle. 

3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of 

total power when it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around two days to discharge the battery to 

65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. 

Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI GO app. 

4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging. 

5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between ooc (32°F) and 

40°C (104°F). 

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

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

the battery voltage reaches 12 V. 

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

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

battery cell is detected. 

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

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

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

the aircraft's main controller. 

~ Refer to Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before 

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

Using the Battery 

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Turning ON/OFF 

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

Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will display the current battery level. 

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

battery power LED will flash when powering off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping 

of a recording during the event recording wasn't stopped. 

Low Temperature Notice: 

1. Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in low temperature ( < 0°C) environments. 

2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature ( < -1 0°C) environments. 

Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures 

between -1 ooc and 5° C. 

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

environments. 

4. Keep the battery indoors to warm it before flying in low temperature environments. 

5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C. 

6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell 's temperature is not within the operating 

range (0°C- 40°C ) . 

.& In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for 

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

Checking the Battery Level 

The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press 

the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See 

below for details. 

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

discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

0 :LED is on. (0: : LED is flashing. 

0 : LED is off. 

Battery Level 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 

0 0 0 0 87.5%-100% 

0 a 0 n 75%-87.5% 

0 D 0 0 62.5%-75% 

0 0 u 0 50%-62.5% 

0 0 0 0 37.5%- 50% 

0 n 0 0 25%-37.5% 

0 0 0 0 12.5%-25% 

'0: 0 0 0 0%-12.5% 

0 0 0 0 =0% 

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Battery life 

Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must 

be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the 

battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two seconds, as shown below: 

Battery Life 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Life 

0 0 0 0 90%-100% 

0 g Q ill 80%-90% 

0 0 0 0 70%-80% 

0 0 (I 0 60% ..... 70% 

D 0 0 0 50%-60% 

0 :ij D D -40%-50% 

0 D rJ D 30%-40% 

n D 0 0 20%-30% 

0 0 0 0 below20% 

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

!XI For more information about the battery, launch the DJI GO app and check the information that is listed 

under the battery tab. 

Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 

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

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

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

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

4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when the Battery Level Indicators are all off. 

5. Air-cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature 

before storing it for an extended period. 

Lh • We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the 

standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. 

• Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Advanced. 

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

Power Outlet 

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger 

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Battery Level Indicators While eharging 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 

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Battery Protection LED Display 

The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns. 

"Battery Level Indicators while Charging 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item 

0 :a 0 0 LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected 

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

0 0 !0 0 LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected 

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

0 0 0 ((t 0 - LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

0 0 0 '0 LED4 bl.inks lliree times per second Charging temperature is too high 

After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the 

Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not 

need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the charger will resume 

charging when the temperature is within the allowable range. 

& DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. 

:¢: How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: 

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

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

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

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

the battery can no longer be turned on. 

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Remote Controller 

This section describes the features 

of the remote controller and includes 

instructions for controlling the aircraft 

and the camera. 

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Hemote Controlle.r Profile 

The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that 

integrates the video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft 

remote control system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control 

functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. 

The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. 

IX] ·Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. 

·Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode. 

• Mode 1 : The right stick serves as the throttle. 

• Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle. 

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

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Turning the Remote Controller On and Off 

The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a capacity 

of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow the steps 

below to turn on your remote controller: 

1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will 

display the current battery level. 

2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller. 

3. The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED wi ll rapidly blink green, indicating 

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEOs will glow solid green when linking is 

complete. 

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

Charging the Remote Controller 

Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the figure on next page below for more 

details. 

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Controlling the Camera 

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

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

[1] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of 

the remote controller. Move the dial to left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback 

mode. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings. 

[2] Playback Button 

Press to view images and videos that have already been captured. 

[3] Shutter Button 

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

[4] Video Receding Button 

Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. 

[5] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

Controlling Aircraft 

This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The 

Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default. 

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rn Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. 

Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the center position. 

Remote Controller 

(Mode 2) 

Aircraft 

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Moving the left stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's elevation. 

Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 

Advanced will hover in place. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will 

change elevation. Always push the stick gently 

to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation 

changes. 

Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the 

rudder and rotation of the aircraft. 

Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counterclockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft 

clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3 

Advanced will maintain its current orientation. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will 

rotate. 

Moving the right stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's forward and backward pitch. 

Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly 

backward. Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in 

place if the stick is centered. 

Push the stick further away from the center position for 

a larger pitch angle (maximum 30') and faster flight. 

Moving the right stick control left and right changes 

the aircraft's left and right pitch. 

Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The 

Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place if the 

stick is centered. 

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

camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the 

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

downwards. The camera will remain in its current 

position when dial is static. 

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Adjusting Controller Sticks 

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

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

improve the controlling accuracy. 

Flight Mode Switch 

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. 

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

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Position 1 @ F-mode 

Position 2 db A-mode 

Posrtion 3 db P-mode 

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P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different 

versions of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Advanced depending on GPS 

signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors: 

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

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but a sufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using 

only Vision Positioning for position holding. 

P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude is maintained. 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses 

only its barometer to stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller 

signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. 

By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked toP-mode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the DJI GO 

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

RTH Button 

Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the 

RTH Button will blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to 

the last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of 

the aircraft. 

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Connecting Your Mobile Device 

Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the mobile device holder 

to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the cradle. Adjust the clamp down to secure the 

mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of 

the cable into your mobile device and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller. 

Optimal Transmission Range 

The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that 

is depicted in the image below: 

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Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission 

performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft. 

The Status LED reflects the strength of the connection between the remote controller and the aircraft. The 

RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information 

about these indicators. 

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The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft. 

The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. 

Remote controller error. 

HD downlink is disrupted. 

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Aircraft is returning home. 

Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. 

Return-to-Home procedure in progress. 

& The Remote Status Indicator will blink red and sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low. 

Linking the Remote Controller 

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

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

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

2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Enter "Camera" and tap on riJ~ 11 111 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below. 

( RC Control Setting X 

RC Calibration > 

Stick Mode > 

Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing sti ck modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled 

Do not change unless familiar with your new mode, 

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4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a 

beep is emitted. 

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You can customize the C 1 and C2 buttons on the back 

of the RC5. Locate the linking button on the side of the aircraft, as shown in the figure below. Press the link button 

to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote 

controller is successfully linked to the aircraft. 

Link Button 

& · The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the 

same aircraft. 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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

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