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Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Advanced:
7. fn the Box 2. Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual 3. Phantom 3 Advanced Quick StartGuide 4. Phantom 3 Professional/Advanced Safery Guidelines and Disclaimer 5. Phantom 3 Professional/AoYanced intelligentFlight Battery SafelyGuidelines We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the oflicial 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.

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

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Download and install the DJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the QR code to the right to download the latest version. Q ' Q

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# Contents Using this manual Legends 2 Read Before the First Flight 2 Video Tutorials 2 Download the DJI Pilot app 2

Product Profile Introduction 6 Feature Highlights 6 Preparing the Aircraft 7 Aircraft Diagram 8 Remote Controlier Diagram 8

Aircraft Flight Controller 11 Flight Mode 11 Flight Status Indicator 11 Return-to-Home (RTH) 12 Smart RTH 12 Low Battery RTH 13 Failsafe RTH 14 Vision Posiiioning System 14 Flight Recorder 16 Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 16 DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 17

Remote Controller Remote Controller Profile 23 Using the Remote Controller 23 Remote Controller Status LED 27 Linking the Remote Controller 28 Remote Controller Compliance Verslon 29

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Camera Profile 31 Gimbal 32
DJI Pilot App Camera 35 Director 38 Store 38 Discovery 38
Flight Flight Environment Requirements 40 Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 40 Pretiight Checklist 44 Calibrating the Compass 44 Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 45 Flight Test 46 Starting/Stopping the Motors 46
Troubleshooting (FAQ)
Appendix Specitications 53 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 55 FCC Compliance 56

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This section introduces the Phantom 3 Advanced and lists the components of the aircraft and remote controller.

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# Product Profile s Introtluction The Phantom 3 Advanced represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 1080p 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. 

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o Camera and Gimbal: Phantom 3 Advanced has a fully integrated camera that shoots 1080p video at up to a 60 frames per second and captures 12 megapixel photos. An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, 0 

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# _ ~ 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.

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



### Attachingthe Propellers: ' Mount the propellers with biack dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure. Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors wAh sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all orooellers are securelv in olace.

0 Place ail propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position. 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 oulward. 1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the clamp to fitthe size of your mobile device. 2. Secure your moblle device in the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile devlce 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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Securely mounts your mobile device to the remote controller. [ 3 ] [3] Control8tick f4] Controls the orientation and 151 movement of the aircraft.

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[5j Battery Level LEDs Displays the battery level of the remote controiler. [6] Status LED Dispiays the remote controller's system status. p] Power Button Used to turn the remote controller on and off. [8] RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.

[91 Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. (Only functions when the remote mntroller is connected to a mobi[e device running the DJI Pilot app. ) [10] Playback Button Playback the captured images or videos. (Only functions when the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilot app.) [111 Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is selected, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [12] Plight 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. [77] C7 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [18] C2 Button Customizable through ihe DJI Pilot app. [191 PowerPort Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to charge the battery of the remote controller. [141 [ 13 1

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[141 Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. [15] Mircro-USBPort Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the firmware. [16] USB Port Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for firmware upgrade.

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# Aircraft

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

## FllghtiVlQde Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below: D P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of ° 

## w P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Advanced depending on signal streng[h -- of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is using only the Vision Positioning System for positioning.

. P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point it the control signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Onentation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more infonnation about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix.
Use the Right Controiler mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information.

The Phantom 3 Advanced has Front LEDs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEDs are shown in the fiqure below:

Franl LED Aircraft SraNS Indicator

The Front LEDs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEDs 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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The Return-to-Heme (RTH) function bdngs the aircra8 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.
If a strong GPS signai was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal Home Point Qtolll strength is indicated by ihe GPS icon ( hntll ). The aircraft status indirator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded.

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# Sroatt RTH Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on page 26 for more information) ortap ihe RTH button in the DJI Pilot 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 controi sticks to control the aircraft's position to avoid a coliision during the Smart RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Smart RTH buflon again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft.

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## `Ldw.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 Pilot 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 levei can only support the aircraft long enough to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to aiter the aircraft's orientation during the landing process. The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below:

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0, . When the Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, you may push ihe throttle upward to make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an opportunityto 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. 

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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 [1j one monocular camera.

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14 02015LULAUnIgINSFCsorvedPhantom 3 Advanced User Manual Using Vision Positioning 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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%.... D i 0 w Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: e p 1. ToggletheflightmodeswitchtoP-mode. ` 2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note lhat the Vision Positioning system cannot work properly on surfaces without clear pattern varialions. 3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator will fiash 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 ullrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating above sound-absorbing materiais. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in suboptimai environments. The aircmft 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. • Hying at high speeds(over 8 nVs at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). • Flyingoverwaterortransparentsurfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces or objects. • Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. , • Flying over exlremely 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. • Hying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same design). • Flying over inciined 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 properlywhen the aircraft is flying overwater. • The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize paHern 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 operafion. • Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the ground (below 0.5 meters) at fast speeds..
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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 animais.

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 Pilot app. 

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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 cwunter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand before flight.

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### ~ I • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, othervvise ihe aircraft cannot take off. • Wear gloves when handling propellers. • Hand tighten each of the propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached firmly.
Detaching the Propellers Hold the motor in place with one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlock direcBon. A • Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before everyflight. • Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. 00 NOT use aged, chipped or broken propeliers. • To awid injury, STAND CLR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motas when they are spinning D F1t 0 • ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience.

The DJI intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ discharge functionaiity. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved by DJI. 

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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: the LEDs 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 emitfed from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot 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 0°C (32°F) and 

### 40°C (104°F). 7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when the battery voltage reaches 12 V. 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected.
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10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history in the DJI Pilot app. 12. Sleep mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minules of inactiviry. 13. Communication: Information pertaining to ihe battery's voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted io the aircraft's main controller.

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Power LED will tum red and ihe Battery Levei Indicators will display the current battery level. Tuming Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The

battery power LED wi0 flash when powering off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping of a rewrding 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 (<-10°C) environments. Battery voltage should reach the appropriate levei when operating environment with temperatures between -10°C and 5°C. 3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Piiot 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 ). 0 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 Batiery Level Indicators dispiay 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.

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Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connect the Battery Charger to a power source (100-240 V 50/60 Hz). 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 Levei 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 itfor an extended period. D i. • We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the 

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Afterthese 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 vdthin 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 Inteiligent 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. y ~ Rapid : Fly the Phantom 3 Advanced outdoors until ihere is less than 8% of power left, or until ~ the battery can no longer be turned on. w

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The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controiler 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 wntroller features a number of camera control functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbai motion. The remote controiler is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The baftery level is displayed via LED indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. 

# q] • 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.

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 Ievel is indicated via the Battery Level LEDs on the front panel. Foilow the steps below to turn on your remote coniroller: 1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEDs will displaythe 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 vdll glow solid green when linking is complete. 4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller.



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Charging the Remote Controller Charge the remote controlier using the included charger. Refer to the figure on nea4 page below for more details.

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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 renate controller.

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[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 Recoding Button Press once to start recording vldeo, then press again to stop recording
[5] GimbalDial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. Controlling Aircraft Thls section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraH through the remote controller. The Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default.

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q] 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.

RemoteConpuller (Mode2) Aircraft

(®IndicatesNoseDirection)

. Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft's elevation.

_ Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

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## ~ position, ihe faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will change elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation 

## changes. Moving ihe left stick to the left or right controls the mdder and rotation of the aircraft. Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter-


## ~ clockwise, 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 wili rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft's forrvard and backward pitch. Push the stick up to fly forward and tlown to fly backward. Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in O place if the stick is centered. Push the stick funher away from ihe center position for a Iarger 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 wlll 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. m 3 0 m O 0 0 m

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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 availabie. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for position holding. P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is availabie, the aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only aititude 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 conVoller 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 defauit, the Flight Mode Switch is locked to P-mode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the DJI Pilot app, enter the "Camera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Muitiple Flight Mode".
RTH Butlon 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 cancei the RTH procedure and regain control of the aircraft.

26 ©20150Jf.AnRightsReserved.Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual Connecting Your Mobile Device Tlt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the rrabile device frolder to release the clamp, and then piace your mobile device into the cradle. Adjust the ciamp down to secure the mobile device. To connect your rnobile device to the remote contmller 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.

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Op[imal Transmission Range

sbang weak Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission pedormance, maintain the appropdate relationship between the operator and the aircraft.

The Status LED reflects the strength of the connection between the remote controller and the aircra8. The RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information about these indicators. Y ® Y

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

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

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: 7. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch the DJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera' and tap on e ,ii11 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below.

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

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### ~ I • The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the same aircraft. 

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## specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal's operation modes.

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_... _..... The on-board camera uses a 1/2 3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up 101080p at 60 frames per second with the Phantom 3 Advanced) and 12 megapixel stills. You may choose to record the video in either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse mode. A live preview of what the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile device via the DJI Pilot app.
Camera Micro-SD Card Slot To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SD card into the siot, 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 speeds aliowing you to save high-resolution video data.

0 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.

& The aircraft must be turned on before attempting to access the files on the Micro-SD card.

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

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-g0 , Use the gimbai dial on ihe remote controller to control the tilt movement of the camera. Gimbai Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on ihe camera settings page of the DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controller for changes to take eHect. 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 

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IQ • 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 coliision. Please take off from flat, open ground and protect the gimbal at ail times. • Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbai will recover full functionality after it dries.

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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 J) through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part ©, then lock them together as shown ~

3 . Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended.

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

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[7] FlightMode [--[ The teM next to this icon indicates the current flight mode. Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modify flight limits and set the gain values. [2] GPS Signal Strength ?b,nil: This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS strengih. [3] IOC Settings pA CL : This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC settings menu and select[he desired IOC setting. [4] System Status 'sa%way(cPs)j ; This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. o _

~ a [5] Battery Levei Indicator ET -a—e—< : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored -o zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carry out different functions. a [6] RemoteConirollerSignal

m' ,ull : This icon shows the strength of remote controller s signal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength
x i This icon shows ihe strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircratt and the remote controller. (8] Battery Level [',f'[ QD^/ o : This icon shows the current battery level. Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the battery warning history. [9] General Settings :; : Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters, reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight route display. [10] Camera Operation Bar Shutler and Recording Settings ICCt : Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution of the videos, image size and so on.
Shutter *: Tap this button to take a single photo. Press and hold this button to select singie shot, tdple shot or time-lapsed shooting modes.

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Record 

## ®: Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can aiso press the Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same functionality.. Playback► : Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings Tap to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values of the camera.

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

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

[15] AutoTakeoff/Landing ±/y : Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing.

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[16] Livestream n: 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.

Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply tap "Director' fram the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can he shared immediately.

`= Tap "Store" to visit the official DJI Online Store to see the latest informatlon about DJI products and easily -° buy new products. a ~ 

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.., . . .; . Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status in 'Discovery. Use your registered DJI account to login to'DiscoverY.

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# Flight Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the fiight simulator in the DJI Pilot app to hone your flight skills and practice flying sa(ely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open 

### area.

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 rqls , snow, rain and fog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tail 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 hase stations and radio transmission towers. 5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and

..., ,..._ temperature.Be very careful when flying at altitudes greater than 19, 665 feet (6000 meters) above sea m level, as the perfonnance of the battery and aircra8 may be affected.


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

AII unmanned aeriai vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by defauit, which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance limits, and No-Piy 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 altHude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m) . Maximum flight aititude & Radius Limits Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3 Advanced will fiy in a restricted cylinder, as shown below:

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. © Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within range automatically. • If the Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within range automatically.
No-Fiy Zones AII No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI officiai website at http:!/flysafe.dji.com/no-fly . No-Fly Zones are divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports include major airports and flying fields where manned aircraft operate at low aititudes. Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive institute. The details of the No-Fly Zones are explained as follow: Airport (1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised of Take-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each zone features circles of various sizes. (2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is a Takeoff reslricted zone, inside of which take off is prevented. (3) From R1 mile to R1 + 1 mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is limited to 1640 feet (500 meters) at R1+1 mile (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of Noo-Hy Zones, a warning message will appear on the DJI Pilot app.

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within this zone. The value of R varies based on the definition of the restricted areas. (3) A"warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.6 miles (1 km) of this zone, a warning message will appear on the DJI Pilot app.

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but is switched to P-mode, Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. the aircraft will automatically Automatic Ianding has begun. descend, land, and stop its motors. Ri: Warning: You are in a If the aircraft enters the restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing Restricted- restricted area in A-mode, but safe altitude. altitude flight is switched to P-nrode, itwill R2: Warning: You are in a zone descend to an appropriate restricted zone. Maximum flight

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R below the altftude limit. 20m and 500m. Fly cautiously.
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there will be a warning . restricted zone, Fly cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.

Q] Semi-automatic descent: AII stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing.



## ~ • When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which point itwill switch back to blinking red. • For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers, or olher sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight. 

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IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight Iocation. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, which can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight performance or flight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance. 0 • Do not calibrate your compass where there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference.

-- Sources of potential interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean " metal struclures ~ T • Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones. • Do not calibrate in direct proximity to large metai objects. • DO NOT calibrate indoors.

Calibration Procedures Choose an open area to carry out the following procedures. 1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap the Aircraft Status Bar in the app and select "Calibrate", then follow the oo-screen instructions. 2. Hoid the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators wlll display a solid green light.

44 ©2015P ➢ _AIIW9MsROeorvatl.Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual 3. Hold the aircraft vertically, with nose pointing downward, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator glows solid red.

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0 If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircmft to a different location and try again. :o, Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metai objects such as a metai bridge, cars, scaffolding.

When to Recalibrate 1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yeilow. 2.When flying in a new Iocatian or in a location that is different from the most recent flight. 3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom 3 Advanced has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantam 3 Advanced does notfly in straight line.

Auto Takeoff Use auto takeoff only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the auto takeoff feature: 1. Launch the DJI Pilot app, and enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 4. Tap"! ", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the icon to confirm and takeoff. 5. Aircrafttakes off and hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground. Oj Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when it is using ihe Vision Position System for stabilization. The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature. m

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## Auto-Landing Use auto-landing only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the auto-landing feature: 1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 2. Check the landing area condition before tapping "A", to begin landing. Then follow the on-screen Instructions. 

## Startmg%Stoppfng.the,Motors Starting the Motors A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both siicks to the bottom inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks simultaneously.

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### Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircraft in an open, fiat area with the battery level indicators facing towards you. 2. Turn on the remote controiler and your mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI Piiot app and enter the Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe to fly. If they flash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or use Auto Takeoff. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app. 7. To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on ihe throttle to descend. 8. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first, then the Remote Controller.

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### Di , • When the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. • A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or rapidly during flight. • Watchourvideotutorialsformoreflightinformation.
Video Suggestions and Tips t. Go through the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 2. Selectthe desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI Pilot app. 3. Only shoot video when flying in P-mode. 4. Always fly in good weather and avoid flying in rain or heavq wind. 5. CFaose the camera seftings Ihat suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure cornpensation 6. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and preview scenes. 7. Push the control sticks gently to keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable.

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# Troubleshooting (FAQ)

What is the difference between the Phantom 3 Professlonal antl the Phantom 3 Ativanced? The biggest difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced is in the camera. The Phantom 3 Professional is capable of shooting spectacular 4K video at up to 30 frames per second, and the Phantom 3 Advanced is capable of shooting at resolutions up to 1080p60. Both models shoot 12 megapixel photos. The other main di8erence is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 57-watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 100-watt charger, the latter of which allcws for shorter charging times.
Can I remove the camera and attach my own? No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached. Attempting to remove, replace, or modify the camera may damage the product and will void your warranty.
Can I charge my Remote Controller and Intelligent Flight Battery at the same time? While the Remote Controller charger and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated into one unit for your convenience, it is recommended that you only charge one item at a time. We recommend that 

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What are the buttons on the back of my Remote Controller for? The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you choose through the DJI Pilot app. Refer to the manual for more information.
How far can I fly my Phantom 3? The signal transmission distance wiil vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 series can reach distances of up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) away from the pilot.
What app shoultl I use with my Phantom 3? The Phantom 3 is compatible with the DJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the DJI Inspire. The app will detect which aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly.
Which moblle devlces are compatlble with the app? The DJI Pilot app is oniy compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later or Android v4.1.2 or later. The following devices are recommended: iOS: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, and iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular. This app is optimized for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus Android: Samsung S5, Note 3, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, Nubia Z7 mini Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues.

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How do I use the Director automatic video editor? Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately.
How do I change the control mode of my Phantom 3? By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the movement of the aircraft and the leR control stick controis the throttle and orientation of the aircraR These controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the DJI Pilot app. This is only recommended for advanced users.

Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controller with the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controlier operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz.
Can I use a Phantom 2lntelllgent Flight Battery with the Phantom 3? y No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has p a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2 V.
My Phantom 3 does not turn oH right away, is something wrong? This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Plight Battery, it may remain on for a few seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SD card. This heips prevent your data from being lost or corrupted.
Do I have to buy the Remote Controller separately? No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller that is aiready linked to the aircraft.
Does my Phantom 3 support dual Remote Controllers? No. The included Remote Controller can be used to control both the aircraft and the gimbal tilt at the same ime.
What does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controller do? This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle different flight modes: P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both. In A-mode, or Attitude mode, the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the barometer is used for stabilization. The aireraft can still retmn to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS signal is availabie. F-mode, or Function mode, activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC section in the Appendix of the User Manual. By default, only P-motle may be used. Refer to your user manuai for instructions on unlocking the other modes.

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What is the Phantom 3 flight timel Flight times will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage patterns, but the Intelligent Flight Battery is designed to provide up to 23 minutes of uninterrupted flight time when fuily charged.
How can I restore a video file if the power is turned off during recordingl Do not remove the Micro-SD card from the camera. If it has been removed, place it back in the camera. Turn the Phantom 3 on and wait approximately 30 seconds as the video file is restored.
How can I ensure that my pictures and videos will be synchronized to my iOS album? You may need to adjust the settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the Privacy tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the DJI Pilot app icon. If the Pilot app has not been granted access to your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized.
What should I do to fand my Phantom 3 smoothly as possible? Hover the aircraft over a flat, level surface. Slowly pull the throttle stick down until the aircraft touches the ground. m D Why is the discharge tlme of the battery not zero, even though I have never usetl it? 0 Every battery is tested prior to being packaged and shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new battery and is the reason that the discharge time is not zero. The battery is safe to use.

Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series Remote Controller? No, it cannot.
How to safely operate the aircraft when encountering compass error? A compass error may occur when the aircraft is fiying ciose to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. power transmission lines). Aircraft Status indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error occurs and the DJI Pilot app will display one of the following messages: • Compass error, calibration required This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended to power off the aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different location and then resume the flight. Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode This warning message indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring the aircraft to a higher altitude to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will automatically adjust the orientation of the aircraft in the midair to mitigate the drifts. The aircraft will switch back to P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed.

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## Specficataons

Weight (Battery & 280 g Propellers Included) Max. Ascent Speed
~. ~ b m/s Max. Descent Speed 3 Ms Max Speed 16 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind) Max. Flight Altitude 6000 m Max.FlightTime ;..Approximately23minutes Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C GPSMode
~.~. ~. ~~~ GPS/GLONASS Controllabie Range Pitch: - 90° to + 30° Vision Positioning Velocity Range < 8 m/s (2 m above ground) ' Altitude Range
~.~ ~ 30 cm-300cm o Opera[ing Range 30 cm-300 cm a

~ Opera[ing Environment .
~ ~ .. ~ Brightly lit(lux>.15)patterned sudaces X
Sensor
~~ ~ ~ ~~ Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" Effective pixels:12.4 M(total pixels: 12.76 M)

. . Lens FOV 94 0 20mm(35mm format equivalent ) f/2.8 ISO Range .

.. ~ ~ 100.3200(video) 100-1600(photo) ElectronicShutterSpeed 8s-1/8000s Image Max. Size 4000 x 3000.

. Single shot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Still Photography Modes Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias

. . Time-lapse

'.MicroSD
... . . Supported SD Card Types '. Max. capacity: 64 GB. Ciass 10 or UHS-1 rating required

. PHD:1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 Video Recording Modes HD:1280x720p 24/25/30148/50/60 Max. Bitrate Of Video 40 Mhps S[orage FAT321exFAT Supported File Formats Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) Operating Temperature ;

~ .0°Cto40°C

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Remote Controller Operating Frequency Transmitting Distance Video Output Port Operating Temperature Range Battery Mobile Device Holder Transmitter Power(EIRP) Workina Voltaae . . 2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed) USB 0°C- 4(°C 6000 mAh LiPo 2S Tablets and smartphones FCC:20dbm;CE:l6dbm 1.2 A@7.4V

.. . . Voltage 17.4 V Rated Power 57 W Intelligent Flight Battery ( PH3-4480 mAh-15.2 V)

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.,... .... Capacity 4480 mAh Voltage

~ ~ ~ . ~ ~ 15.2 V

. BatteryType LiPo4S D Energy 68 Wh

. . .. . . . .. -O Net Weight 365 g m a Opera[ingTemperature -10°0-40°C
x Max. Charaina Power 100 W

.... . Red, Green and Yellow Flash Turning on and Self-Diagnostics Alternatively ..•..• Green and Yellow Elash Alternatively Aircraft Warming Up ;'.

. .. ...... Green Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision PosiGoning)

~ G.X2...... GreenFlashesTwice

. SafetoFty(P-rrudewflhVisbnPCsiboningbutwtlhou[GPS),

~~~ Yellow Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Posiioning)

:ivF ...... FastYellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost R

~ .•••,SlowRedFlashing:

. LowBatteryWarrnng:

.. Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning

...... RedFlashingAlternatively IMUError

. ''"`,": Solid Red Critical Error

. ...... RedandYellow.FlashAlternatively CompassCalibrationRequlred

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IOC allows users to lock fhe conirol orientation of the aircraft in different modes. There are three working modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft is in F-mode, therefore the user must toggle the flight mode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: Course Lock (CL) . regardless of how the orlentation and posltion of the aircrafi changes This will

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Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forward and backward Home Lock (HL)' controls wili move the aircraft farther from and closer to the estabiished Home Pont, regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. Point of Interest (POI)` Point of Interest. Record a point of interest.(POI). Tlie aircraft can then circle around the POI and the nose will always points toward the P01 

## {~ V, `Home Lock and Point of interest feature are coming soon. IOC Requirements IOC is only available under the following conditions:

Course Lock No None Home Lock Yes 7t,e
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FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modificalions not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Compliance Information FCC Warning Message Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance couid void the usei's autfrority to operate the equipment. This device complies wRh part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmtul interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 

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# a This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon[rolled environment. x This equipment shouid be instailed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitai device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These Iimits are designed to provide reasonabie protection against harmtul interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a parlicular instailation. IP this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. --Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. —Consult the dealer or an expenenced radiolN technician for heip. IC RSS warning This device complies wAh Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le prBsent areil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisAe aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) I'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) I'utilisateur de I'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radiorslectrique subi, mt?me si le brouillage est 56 02015OJI.AIIRigMSflesemetl.Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual
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