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## Before Flight The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensureyou to makefull use of your Inspire 1.
1.Disclaimer 2.1n the Box 3.1nspire 1Quick Start Guide 4.Safety Guidelines 5.1nspire 1User Manual 6.1ntelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines Watching all the tutorial videos and reading the Disclaimer before flight is recommended. Afterwards, prepare for your first flight by using the Inspire 1 Quick Start Guide. Refer to this manual for more comprehensive information. 

## Watch the video tutorials Please watch the tutorial video belowto learn howto use Inspire 1correctly and safely: www.dji.com/product/inspire-1/video



## Download the DJI Pilot app Download and install the DJI Pilot app before use. Scan the QR code orvisit "http://m.dji.net/djipilot" to download the app.

Forthe best experience, use mobile devicewith Andriod V 4.1.2 or above. Requires iOS 8.0 or later.



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# Contents

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### 2 Before Flight 

### 2 Watch the video tutorials 

### 2 Download the DJI Pilot app 

### 2 Product Profile Introduction 

### 6 Feature Highlights 

### 6 Assemble theAircraft 

### 7 Aircraft Diagram 

### 9 Remote Controller Diagram 

### 9 Aircraft Flight Controller 

### 12 Flight Mode 

### 12 Flight Status Indicator 

### 12 Return to Home (RTH) 

### 13 Dynamic Home Point 

### 15 Vision Positioning System 

### 16 Flight Recorder 

### 17 Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

### 17 DJIIntelligent Flight Battery 

### 18 Remote Controllers Remote Controller Profile 

### 24 Remote Controller Operations 

### 24 Dual Remote Controllers Mode 

### 29 Remote Controller Status LED 

### 31 Linking the Remote Controller 

### 32 Remote Controller Compliance Version 

### 33 Gimbal and Camera Camera Profile 

### 35 Gimbal 

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### DJI Pilot App Camera 

### 40 Map 

### 43 Academy 

### 43 User Center 

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### Flight Flight Environment Requirements 45 Flight Limits and Flight Restriction Area 45 Preflight Checklist 

### 49 Calibrating the Compass 

### 49 Auto Take-off and Auto Landing 

### 50 Starting/Stopping the Motors 

### 51 Flight Test 

### 51 FAQ Appendix Specifications 

### 57 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

### 60 Howto Update Firmware 

### 61 FCC Compliance 

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# Product Profile
This chapter describes the features of Inspire 1, instructs you to assemble the aircraft and explains the components on the aircraft and remote controllers.

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# - Product Profile Introduction The Inspire 1 is brand new quadcopter capable of capturing 4K video and transmitting an HD video signal (up to 2km) to multiple devices straight out of the box. Equipped with retractable landing gear, it can capture an unobstructed 360 degree view from its camera. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability and weight efficiency while minimizing space. When no GPS signal is available, Vision Positioning technology provides hovering precision.



## Feature Highlights Camera and Gimbal: Up to 4K video recording and 12 megapixel photo capture. Reserved mounting space for NO filters for better exposure control. New quick-release mount allows you to remove the camera with ease.
HD Video Downlink: Low latency, HD downlink powered by an enhanced version ofthe DJI Lightbridge system. It also provides dual controllers mode. Landing gear: Retractable landing gearthat enables an unobstructed panoramic viewfrom the camera. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: 4500 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery employs new battery cells and a battery managementsystem. Flight Controller: The next generation flight controller system provides a more reliable flight experience. A new flight recorder stores the flight data from each flight, and Vision Positioning enhances hovering precision when no GPS is available.


## Assemble the Aircraft UnlockingTravel Mode The aircraft is in Travel Mode during delivery. Follow these steps to change it to Landing Mode before your first flight: 1. Insertthe Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment. 2. Poweron the Remote Controllerand the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Toggle the Transformation Switch upand down at leastfourtimes. 4. Poweroffthe aircraft.

Travel Mode Togglex4 Landing Mode



### 6 ©2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.INSPIRE 1 User Manual**~** • Battery must be fully charged before using itforthe first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery'' (P21) for more information. • If you have purchased the dual remote controller version, you must use the Master remote

controllerto deactivate Travel Mode. Referto "Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode" (P30) section for more infromation about Master remote controller. • Be sure to remove the gimbal from the aircraft before switch from Landing Mode to Travel Mode. • Placethe aircrafton the smooth and reflective surface (e.g. table or tile) before**sw~ching** between

thetravel modestothe landing mode. Do not placethe aircrafton the rough and sound-absorbing surface (e.g. carpet) before**sw~ching** between the travel modes and landing mode. Installing Gimbal and Camera 1. Remove Gimbal Cover. 2. Rotate the Gimbal Lockto the unlocked position (to the right when facing the nose ofthe aircraft). 3. Insertthe gimbal by aligning the white markon the Gimbal. 4. Rotate the Gimbal Lock back into the locked position.

Gimbal Connector Locked


# Lt. Ensurethe Micro-so card is correctly inserted into the camera. Attaching Propellers Attach propellers with the black nut onto motors with the black dot and spin counter-clockwise to secure. Attach propellerswith gray nut onto motorswithout a black dot and spin clockwise to secure.

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### ~ Place all propellers ontothe correct motor and tighten by hand to ensure security before flight. 

### Attaching 1345s Quick-Release Propellers The 1345s Quick-Release propeller is the upgrade version of the propellers that greatly enhance the reliability of the propeller during the flight. Following the steps below to attach the 1345s Quick-Release propellers.
1. Install the propellers with a white dot onto the mounting plates that have a white dot, and install the 

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2. Align the hook (A) on the propellers with the securing spring (B), then press down the propeller onto the mounting plate then rotate the propellers according tothe lock direction until it is secured.



### Preparing Remote Controller Tiltthe Mobile Device Holdertothe desired position then adjustthe antenna as shown. 1. Press the button on the side of the Mobile Device Holderto release the clamp, adjust it to fitthen attach your mobile device. 2. Connect your mobile device to the remote controllerwith a USB cable. 3. 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.

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## Aircraft Diagram

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[1] GPS [2] Propeller (PI?) [2] [3] [3] Motor [4] [5] 

### [4] Front LED (P12) [5] Landing gear [6] Gimbal and Camera (P35)

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### [7] Intelligent Flight Battery (P18)
[10] [8] Aircraft Micro-USB Port [9] Rear LED (P12) [10] Camera Micro-USB Port [11] Camera Micro-so Card Slot (P35)
[12] [13] [12] Vision Positioning Sensors (P16) [13] Aircraft Status Indicator (P13)

[1] Antennas (P29) Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Mounting place foryour mobile device. [3] Control Stick Controls aircraft orientation. [4] Return Home (RTH) Button (P13) Press and hold the button to initiate Return to Home (Rll-l). [5] Transformation Switch (P27) Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lower the landing gear.

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# - INSPIRE 1 User Manual [6] Battery Level LEOs [8] Power Button Displays the current battery level. [7] Status LED Used to power on or power off the remote controller. [9] RTH LED Displays the power status. Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.

[10] 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 Pilotapp. [11] Playback Button Playbackthe captured images orvideos. [12] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If in burst mode, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [13] Flight Mode Switch Used to switch between P, A and Fmode. [14] Video Recording Button Press to start recording video. Press again to stop recording. [15] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal. [16] Mini-HDMI Port Connect an HD compatible monitor to this port to get a live HD video preview ofwhatthe camera sees. [17] Micro-USB Port For connecting the remote controller to your computer. [16] [17] [18] [19]

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[20] GPS Module 1201 Used to pinpoint the location ofthe remote controller.



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# Aircraft
This chapter describes the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System and the Intelligent Flight Battery.

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# Aircraft Flight Controller The Inspire 1'sflight controller is based on DJI flight controller with several enhancements such as new flight mode and new safe mode. Three safe modes are available: Failsafe, Return Home and Dynamic Home Point. These features ensure the safe return of your aircraft if the control signal is lost. A flight recorder stores crucial flight datafor each flight.



## Flight Mode Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found in the section below: Pmode (Positioning): Pmode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P mode, which will be automatically selected bythe Inspire 1depending on GPS signal strength and Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATII: Neither GPS orVision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so onlyaltitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometerto maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home ifthe Remote Controllersignal is lost and ifthe Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC in Appendix.**~** Usethe Flight Controller mode switch to changethe flight mode ofthe aircraft, referto the "Flight Mode Switch" on P27 for more information. 

## Flight Status Indicator The INSPIRE 1 comes with the Front LED, Rear LED and Aircraft Status Indicator. The positions of these LEOs are shown in the figure below:

Front LED Rear lED

The Front and Rear LED show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LED displays solid red and the Rear LED displays solid green. Aircraft Status Indicator shows the system status 

### of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information aboutthe Aircraft Status Indicator: 

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Normal

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Power on and self-check Aircraft warming up Safe to Fly (P modewith GPS and Vision Positioning) Sateto Ry (P modewithVISion Positioring but

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Remote Controller Signal Lost Low BatteryWarning Critical Low BatteryWarning IMU Error Critical Error 

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- W ······Redand Yellow Rash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required


## Return to Home (RTH) The Return to Home (RTH) bringsthe aircraft backto the last recorded Home Point. There are three cases thatwill trigger RTH procedure; they are Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH and Failsafe RTH.

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Smart RTH GPS Description The Home Point is the location atwhich youraircrafttakes offwhen the GPS signal is strong. You can view the GPS signal strength through the GPS icon (**~**

## .ul l). If you are using the Dynamic Home Point setting, the Home Pointwill be updated to yourcurrent position asyou move around and when the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks green. I

Using the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on P28 for more information) or the RTH button in the DJI Pilot app when GPS is available to enables smart RTH. The aircraft return to the latest recorded Home Point, you may control the aircraft's orientation to avoid collision during the Smart RTH. Press the Smart RTH button once to start the process, press the Smart RTH button again to exit Smart RTH and regain the control.

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Low Battery RTH The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return ofthe aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when these warnings are shown. DJI Pilot app will advise user to return the aircraft to the Home Point when low battery warning is triggered. Aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after 10 seconds countdown. User can cancel the RTH by pressing once on the RTH button. The thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the current aircraft altitude and its distancefrom the Home Point. Aircraft will land automatically ifthe current battery level can only supportthe aircraft to land to the ground from the current altitude. User can use the remote controllerto control the aircraft's orientation during the landing process.
The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilotapp, and is described below

Critical Lowbattery level warning(Red) Sufficient battery level(Green)

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Low battery The battery level warning power is low. Please land the aircraft.

Critical Low The aircraft battery level must land warning immediately.
Estimated Estimated remaining remaining flight based on current flight time battery level.


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Aircraft Status Indicator

Aircraft status indicator blinks RED slowly.

Aircraft status indicator blinks RED quickly.

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### app Right Instructions Tap "Go-home" to have the aircraft return to the Fly the aircraft Home point and land backand land automatically, 

### or "Cancel" to itas soon as resume normal flight. If no possible, then action is taken, the aircraft will automatically go home stop the motors and land after 10seconds. and replace the Remote controller will sound battery.
an alarm. The DJI Pilotapp screen will The aircraft flash red and aircraftstartsto will begin to descend. Remote controller descend and land will sound an alarm. automatically.

N/A N/AINSPIRE 1 User Manual**~** • When the critical battery level warning activates and the aircraft is descending to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward to hover the aircraft and navigate it to a more appropriate location for landing. • Color zones and markers on the battery level indicator reflect estimated remaining flight time

and are adjusted automatically, according to the aircraft's current status. 

### Failsafe RTH Failsafe RTH is activated automatically if remote controller signal (including video relay signal) is lost for more than 3seconds provided that Home Point has been successfully recorded and compass is working normally. Return home process may be interrupted and the operator can regain control over the aircraft if a remote controllersignal is resumed. 

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### &, • Aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore it is important to set an reasonable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" view and select "MODE" to setthe Failsafe altitude. • Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to the Home Point if you move the throttle

stickduring the Failsafe. 

## Dynamic Home Point Dynamic home point is useful in situations when you are in motion and require a Home Point that is different from the takeoff point. GPS module is located atthe position shown in the figure below:



## &. Ensurethe space above the GPS module is not obstructed when using Dynamic Home Point.

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There are two options for Dynamic Home Point. 1. Setthe aircraft current coordinate asthe new Home Point. 2. Setthe remote controller's coordinate as the new Home Point. Setting Up Dynamic Home Point Followthe steps below to setup Dynamic Home Point: 1. Connectto the mobile device and launch the DJI Pilot app and go to the "Camera" page. 2. Tap''f'and select"j", to reset the remote controller's coordinates asthe new Home Point. 3. Tap''f'and select"49", to reset the aircraft's coordinates asthe new Home Point. 4. The aircraft status indicator blinks green to show Home Point is set successfully. 

## Vision Positioning System DJI Vision Positioning is a positioning system that uses ultrasonic and image data to help the aircraft identify its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Inspire 1 can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where there is no GPS signal available. The main components of DJI Vision Positioning are located on the bottom of your Inspire 1, including [1]two sonar sensors and[2]one monocular camera.

Using Vision Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Inspire 1 is powered on. No manual action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in the indoor environment where no GPS is available. By using the sensors on the Vision Positioning system, Inspire 1 can perform precision hovering even when no GPS is available.

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 1. Toggle the switch to "P" as shown the figure to the right: 2. Place the Inspire 1 on a flat surface. Notice that the Vision Positioning system cannotwork properlyon surfaces without pattern variations. 3. Power on the Inspire 1. The aircraft status indicator will flash twice in green light, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up 

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## .&. The performance of your Inspire 1 's Vision Positioning System is subject to the surface you are flying over. The ultrasonic waves may not be able to accurately measure the distance over sound absorbing materials, and the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from "P" mode to "A" mode automatically if both GPS and Vision Positioning System are not available. So operate the aircraft cautiouslywhen in anyofthe 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 Bm/s at2 meters or over4m/s at 1 meter). • Flying overwater ortransparent surfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces or objects. • Flying in an areawhere the lighting changes frequently or drastically. • Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 10,000) surfaces. • Flying over surfacesthat can absorb sound waves (e.g. thickcarpet). • Flying over surfaces without clear patterns ortexture. • Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns ortextures (e.g. tiles with same design). • Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves awayfrom the aircraft. • In the event of loss of remote controller's signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds and then

auto-land if it is in "P" mode.**~** • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness ofthe sensors. • The effective hovering altitudes ofthe aircraft isfrom 0to 2.5 meters. • Vision Positioning system may not function properlywhen the aircraft is flying overwater. • Vision Positioning system may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions (less than 1001ux). • Do not use other ultrasonic deviceswith 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) in fast speed. 

## 0 Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensoremits high frequency sound that is only audible to some animals. 

## Flight Recorder Flight data is automatically stored in the internal storage device of the aircraft. User can gain access to these data through the DJI Pilot app. This includes flight duration, orientation, distance, aircraft status information, speed, and other parameters. 

## Attaching and Detaching the Propellers Use only DJI approved propellers with your Inspire 1. The grey or black nut on the propeller indicates the rotation direction of the propeller and where it should be attached. To attach the propellers properly, © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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match the nutwith the dots on the motors ofyour Inspire 1: Propellers 

### Grey cap(1345) Figure**~** Attach On Motors without a black dot Blackcap(1345R)**~** Motors with a black dot Legends 

# EJJ Lock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten '"b



# '1 Unlock :Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove Attaching the Propellers 1. Attach the propellerswith a grey nutonto a motorwithout a black dot and spin the propellers clockwise to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with a black nut onto a motor with a black dot and spin the propellers counter clockwise to secure its position. Be sure to completelytighten each propeller by hand before flight.**~** • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwisethe aircraft cannottake 

### off. • Handling the propellerswith care. • Manuallytighten each 

### ofthe propellers on the corresponding motors

### to ensure it is attached firmly. Detachingthe Propellers Hold the motor still. Then spin the propeller in the unlock direction indicated on the propeller itself. Detaching 1345sQuick-Release Propellers Press the 1345s Quick-Release propellers downward firmly then rotate the propeller in the unlock direction to unlockthe propellers.**~** • Check thatthe propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before everyflight. • Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use old, chipped,

or broken propellers. • To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR

### ofand DO NOTtouch propellers or motorswhen theyare spinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellersfor a betterand saferflight experience. 

## DJI Intelligent Flight Battery The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4500mAh, voltage of 22.2V, and smart chargedischargefunctionality. It can only be charged with an appropriate DJI approved charger.

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger 

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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: LEOs displaythe current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: LEOs displaythe current battery powercycle. 3. Auto-discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% of total power when it is idle (press the power button to check battery level will cause battery to exit idle state) for more than 10 days to prevent swelling. It takes around 2days to discharge the battery to 65%.1t is normal to feel moderate heat emitting from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilotapp. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balancesthe voltage of each batterycell when charging. 5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 0 °C{32°F) and 4QOC (104°F). 7. OverCurrent Protection: Batterystops charging when high amperage (more than 1 OA) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: Discharging automatically stops when the battery voltage reaches 18V to prevent over-discharge damage 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supplywhen ashort circuit is detected. 10. Battery Cell Damages Protection: DJI Pilot app shows warning message when damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Information History: Showthe last 32 entries of battery information records that includewarning messages and so on. 12. Sleep Mode: Sleep mode is entered after 10 minutes of inactivityto save power. 13. Communication: Battery voltage, capacity, current, and other relevant information is provided to the aircraft's to the main controller. 

# Lh Refer to Disclaimerand IntelligentFlight BatterySafety Guide/ins before use. Users take full responsibilityfor all operations and usage.
Using the Battery

Powering ON/OFF Powering On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will displaythe current battery level. Powering Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2secondsto power 

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LowTemperature Notice: 1. The performance of the intelligent Flight Battery is significantly reduced when flying in a low temperature environments (those with air temperatures below S°C). Ensure that the battery is fully charged and the cell voltage is at4.43 V before each flight. 2. Using the Intelligent Flight Battery in extremely low temperature environments (those with air temperatures below -1 0°C) is not recommended. When flying in environments with temperatures between

# soc and -10°C, the Intelligent Flight Battery should beable to achieve the appropriatevoltage levels {above 4.2V), but it is recommended thatyou applythe included insulation sticker tothe battery in orderto prevent a rapid drop in temperatures. 3. If the DJI Pilot app displays the "Critical Low Battery Level Warning" when flying in low temperature**~** environments, stop flying and land the aircraft immediately. You will still be able to control the aircraft's 

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# soc before using it in the lowtemperature environment. 5. When usingthe Inspire 1 in a lowtemperature environment, begin by allowing the aircraft to hover at a lowaltitude, for approximately one minute, to heatthe battery. 6. To ensure optimum performance, keep the Intelligent Flight Battery's core temperature above 20°C when in use. 

### &, In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft to warm upfor approximately 1-2 minutes beforetaking 

### off. 

### Checking the battery level The Battery Level Indicators display how much remaining power the battery has. When the battery is powered off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to displaythe current battery level. See belowfor details.

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### 20 @ 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.INSPIRE 1 User Manual Battery life The battery life indicates how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must be replaced. When the battery is powered 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 as described below for 2 seconds:
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(;1';1 q=.l For more information about the battery, launch DJI Pilot app and check the information under the batterytab. Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connect Battery Chargerto a power source (100-240V50/60Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. Ifthe battery level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level Indicatorwill displaythe current battery level during charging. 4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when Battery Level Indicators are all off. 5. Air cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow itstemperature to dropto room temperature before storing itfor an extended period. 

## & • Do not charge the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controllerwith standard charger (model: A14-100P1A) atthe same time, otherwise the charger mayoverheat. • Always turn 

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remove a batterywhen it is powered on.

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Battery Level Indicatorswhile Charging LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 0%-25% ' ' ·**~- ~** **~ ~**  ' ,. ' , , ' , ,**~- ~-** **~ ~**  25%-50% ' , , ' ,, '

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After any of the above mentioned protection issues are resolved, press the 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 the charger in the event 

### of a room temperature error, the chargerwill resume charging when the temperaturefalls within the normal range.



## &. DJI does nottake any responsibility for damage caused bythird-party chargers.**~** Howtodischargeyour Intelligent Flight Battery: To effectively calibrate the battery capacity, it is recommended to charge and discharge the battery thoroughly for every 10 charge-and-discharge cycle. User should install the battery onto the aircraftand then power on the aircraft to initiatethe discharge process, discharge the battery until the aircraft is powered off automatically. User should then fully charge the batteryto ensure the battery is working at its optimal. Slow: Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Inspire 1's Battery Compartment and power it on. Leave it on until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot app to check battery level. Rapid: Fly the Inspire 1outdoors until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer beturned on.


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# Remote Controllers

This chapter describes the features of the remote controller that includes aircraft and remote controller operations and dual remote controller mode.

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# Remote Controller Remote Controller Profile The Inspire 1 Remote Controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the video downlink ground system and aircraft Remote Controller system. The video downlink and aircraft Remote Controller system operate at 2.4 GHz with maximum transmission distance of 2km. The remote controller features a number of camera functions, such as taking and previewing photos and video, and controlling gimbal motions. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The current battery level is displayed by LEOs on the front panel ofthe remote control.

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# Lh • Compliance Version: The Remote Controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. • Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 , Mode 2. • Mode 1:The right stick serves as the throttle. • Mode2: The left stick serves as the throttle

. Do not operate more than 3 aircrafts within in the same area (size equivalentto asoccer field) to preventtransmission interference

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## Remote Controller Operations Powering OnAnd 

### OffThe Remote Controller The Inspire 1 remote controller is powered bya2S rechargeable batterywith acapacity of 6000mAh. The battery level is indicated bythe Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Followthe steps below to power on your remote controller: 1. When powered off, press the Power Button once and the Battery Level LEOs will display the current battery level. 2. Then, press and hold the Power Button to power on the remote controller. 3. The Remote Controller will beep when it powers on. The Status LED will blink green (slave remote controller blinks solid purple) rapidly, indicating that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LED will show asolid green lightwhen linking is completed. 4. Repeat step 2to poweroffthe remote controller after finish using it.



### Charging Remote Controller Charge the remote controller via supplied charger. 

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### Controlling Camera Shootvideos or images and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback Button and Video Recording Button on the remote control.

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[1] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to quicklyadjust camera settings such as ISO and shutter speed without letting go ofthe remote controller. Move the dial button to left or righttoview the pictures orvideos in playback mode. [2] Playback Button Press to view images orvideos 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] Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. 

### ControllingAircraft This section explains howto use the various features of the remote controller. The Remote Controller is set to Mode 2 by default.

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26 @ 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft's elevation. Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. Push the throttle stick up to takeoff. When both sticks are centered, the Inspire 1will hover in place. The more the stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the fasterthe Inspire 1will change elevation. Always push the stick gentlyto prevent sudden and unexpected elevation changes

. Moving the left sticktothe left or right controls the rudder and rotation ofthe aircraft. Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter clock-wise, and push the stick right to rotate the aircraft clockwise. Ifthe stick is centered, the Inspire 1will stay facing its current direction. The more the stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the fasterthe Inspire 1will rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changesthe aircraft's forward and backward pitch. Push the stick upto flyforward and down to fly backward. The Inspire 1will hover in place ifthe stick is centered. Pushthe stickfurther awayfrom the center position for a larger pitch angle (maximum 35") and fasterflight. Moving the right stick control left and right changes the aircraft's leftand right pitch. Push leftto fly left and right to fly right. The Inspire 1 will hover in place ifthe stick is centered. Push the stickfurther awayfrom the center position for a larger pitch angle (maximum 35•) and fasterflight. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial tothe right, and the camera will shiftto point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera will shiftto point downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static.Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P mode, F mode and A mode. Figure Flight Mode

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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 Inspire 1 depending on GPS signal strength and Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATTI: Neither GPS or Vision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so onlyaltitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometer to maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home ifthe Remote Controllersignal is lost and ifthe Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC in Appendix. The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P mode by default. To unlock the switch, launch the DJI Pilot app, enterthe "Camera" page, tap "MODE", and then activate "Multiple Flight Mode"

. Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button The Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button combination serves two functions. Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lowerthe landing gear. Or, press the button to activate the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. Transformation Switch This switch hastwo positions. The effectoftoggling the switch to any ofthese positions is defined below:

Lower Raise 1. Raise: Raise the landing gearto its upper most position. 

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RTH button Press and hold this button to start the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. The LED around the RTH Button will blinkwhite to indicatethe aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the last recorded Home Point. Pressthis button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain the control 

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### Connecting Mobile Device Tiltthe Mobile Device Holderto the desired position. Pressthe button on the side ofthe Mobile Device Holder to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the clamp. Adjust the clamp to secure your mobile device. Then connectyour mobile device to the remote controllerwith a USB cable. Plug one end 

### of the cable intoyour mobile device, and the otherend intothe USB porton the backofthe remote controller.

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