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### 21Aircraft Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual 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 Pilot 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.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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# Remote Controller Remote Controller Profle 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. Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode. Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle.
To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area. 

## Using the Remote Controller Turning the Remote Controller On and Off The Phantom 3 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 LEDs 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 LEDs 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 will rapidly blink green, indicating

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDs 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 fgure below for more details.

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Charger Power Outlet

Power Button 

### 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. [2] Playback Button Press to view images and videos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press. [4] Video Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. [5] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

### Controlling Aircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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

Remote Controller (Mode 2) Aircraft ( Indicates Nose Direction) Remarks 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 fight. 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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Position Figure Flight Mode Position 1 F-mode Position 2 A-mode Position 3 P-mode Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode.You may choose between; P-mode, F-mode and Amode. Position 1

Position 2

Position 3
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 suffcient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for position holding. P-ATTI: 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 to P-mode. To unlock other fight modes, launch the DJI Pilot 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.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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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:
Optimal Transmission Range

Ensure that the aircraft is fying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft. 

## Remote Controller Status LED The Status LED refects 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.

RTH LED

Status LED strong weak

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Status LED Alarm Remote Controller Status

— Solid Red Chime The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft.

— Solid Green Chime The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. Slow Blinking Red D-D-D
...... Remote controller error. / Red and Green/ Red and Yellow Alternate Blinks None HD downlink is disrupted.
RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status

— Solid White Chime Aircraft is returning home. Blinking White D
. . . Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. Blinking White DD
.. .. .. Return-to-Home procedure in progress. The Remote Status Indicator will blink red, 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 frst time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller:
1. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch DJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter “Camera” and tap on and then tap “Linking RC” button as shown below.

RC Control Setting

RC Calibration Stick Mode

Not Defined C1 C2 Not Defined Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.

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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. Link Button RC Control Setting

RC Calibration Stick Mode

Not Defined C1 C2 Not Defined Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC. Linking RC Searching for aircraft frequency, timeout in 54 seconds

Cancel Press the linking button on the aircraft to link this remote controller

5. Locate the linking button on the side of the aircraft, as shown in the fgure shown below. Press the

linking button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator will display solid green once the remote controller is successfully linked to the aircraft. 4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is

emitted.

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# Camera and Gimbal This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal’s operation modes.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 31Gimbal Camera 

# Camera and Gimbal Camera Profle The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to1080p at 60 frames per second with the Phantom 3 Advanced) and 12 megapixel stills. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse mode. A live preview of what the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile device via the DJI Pilot app. 

### Camera Micro-SD Card Slot To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SD card into the slot, as shown below, before turning on the Phantom 3 Advanced. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 16 GB Micro-SD card and supports Micro-SD cards up to 64 GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SD card is recommended due to their fast read and write time, which will allow you to save high-resolution video data.

Do not remove the Micro-SD card from the Phantom 3 Advanced when it is turned on.


### Camera Data Port Turn on the Phantom 3 Advanced and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos and videos to your computer.

Turn on the aircraft before attempting to access the fles on th e Micro-SD card.

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### Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Video Recording button on the remote controller to shoot the images or the videos through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to “ Controlling the Camera P24 ”. 

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

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt movement of the camera. 

### Gimbal Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera settings page of the DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controller for changes to take effect. Refer to the table below for details:

Follow Mode The angle between gimbal’s orientation and aircraft’s nose remains constant at all times.
FPV Mode The gimbal will synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a frst-person perspective fying experience.
A gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) the aircraft is placed on uneven ground or the gimbal’s motion is obstructed (2) the gimbal has been subjected to an excessive external force, such as a collision. Please take off from fat, open ground and protect the gimbal at all times. Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbal will recover full functionality after it dries. -90° 0° 30°© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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### Anti-Drop Kit The anti-drop kit helps keep the gimbal and camera connected to the aircraft. Two pins have been mounted prior to shipping. If new or additional pins are required, see the diagram below. Press Part 1 through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part 2 , then lock them together as shown 3 . Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended.

2 1 3

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# DJI Pilot App
This section introduces the four main functions of the DJI Pilot app.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

### 35DJI Pilot App 

# DJI Pilot App The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifcally for the Phantom 3 Advanced. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and User Center, which are used for confguring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience.



## Camera The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Advanced’s camera. You can also confgure various camera parameters from the Camera page. United States 

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### 36 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.DJI Pilot App Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual [1] Flight Mode : The text next to this icon indicates the current fight mode. Tap to confgure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modify fight limits, perform compass calibration, and set the gain values. [2] GPS Signal Strength : This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicates adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings CL

: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC settings menu and select the desired IOC setting. [4] System Status : This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. [5] Battery Level Indicator : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carry out different functions. [6] Remote Controller Signal : This icon shows the strength of remote controller signal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength : This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level : This icon shows the current battery level. Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the battery warning history. [9] General Settings : Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set fight parameters, reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the fight route display. [10] Camera Operation Bar Shutter and Recording Settings : Tap to enter various camera value settings, that including color space for the recording, size of the video fles, image size and so on.
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Record

: Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same function. Playback : Tap to enter playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings : Tap to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values of the camera. [11] Vision Positioning : This ic on shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System’s sensors.

[12] Flight Telemetry

Vision Positioning Status icon is highlighted when Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated by the fight attitude icon. (1) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. (3) The angle of the boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicates the roll angle. [13] Map Display the fight path of the current fight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[14] Return to Home (RTH) : Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point.

[15] Auto Takeoff/Landing / : Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing. H : 3 9 M D : 1 039 M V .S: 8 .3 M/S H .S: 2 4.2 M/S 1 .2 M

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## Director Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply tap “Director” from the app’s home screen. You can then select a template and a specifed number of clips, which are automatically combined to create a short flm t hat can be shared immediately. 

## Store Tap “Store” to visit the offcial DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily buy new products. 

## Discovery Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view fight logs, and check your DJI account status in "Discovery". Use your registered DJI account to login to "Discovery". [16] Livestream : Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the mobile data service is available on the mobile device. [17] Back : Tap to return to the main GUI.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

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

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# Flight Once pre-fight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the fight simulator in the DJI Pilot app to hone your fight skills and practice fying safely. Ensure that all fights are carried out in an open area. 

## Flight Environment Requirements 1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speed exceeding 10 m/s ,

snow, rain and smog. 2. Only fy in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies of water. 4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations

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

temperature.Be very careful when fying at altitudes greater than 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be affected. 6. The Phantom 3 Advanced cannot operate within the polar areas. 

## Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, fights are limited by default, which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones. When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to manage flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m) . 

### Maximum fight altitude & Radius Limits Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the maximum fight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3 Advanced will fy in a restricted cylinder, as shown b elow:

Maximum Flight Altitude Max Radius

Home Point Height of aircraft when turned on