# PHANTOM	3

PROFESSIONAL 

# UserManual V1.0 2015.04 

# Using this manual

Legends
Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference 

### Read Before the First Flight

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional:

1. In the Box

2. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual

3. Pha ntom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 4. Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 5. Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official D JI website and read the Disclaimer before you fly. Prepare for your first flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide and refer to the User Manual for

more detailed information

. 

### Video Tutorials

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional safely: http://www.dji.com/product/phantom

- 3/video 

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

version. The Android version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. The iOS version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later.

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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 Controller Diagram 8

Aircraft Flight Controller 11 Flight Mo de 11 Flight Status Indicator 11 Return

- to

- Home (RTH) 12 Smart RTH 12 Low Battery RTH 13 Failsafe RTH 14 Vision Positioning 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 Version 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 Preflight Checklist 44 Calibrating the Compass 44 Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 45 Flight Test 4 6 Starting/Stopping the Motors 46 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Appendix Specifications 53 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 55 FCC Compliance 56 

# Product Profile

This section introduces the Phantom 3 Professional and lists the components of the aircraft a nd remote

controller.

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# Product Profile

Introduction
The Phantom 3 Professional represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 4K video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built

- in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability whileminimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the Vision Positioning System allows the aircraft

t o hover accurately in place. 

### Feature Highlights
Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 Professional, you’re shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per second and capturing 12 megapixel photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera.

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 r ecorder 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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### Preparing the Aircraft Removi ng Gimbal Clamp Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below. Attaching the Propellers: Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter

- clockwise to secure. Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all propellers are securely in place. Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position. Preparing the Remot e Controller: The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outward. 1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile dev ice holder to release the clamp, then adjust the clamp to fit the size of your mobile device.

2. Secure your mobile device in the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable.

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

the remote controller.

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### Aircraft Diagram

[7] [ 4]

[6] [11] [5] [8] [9] [10] [12]

4K [14] [13] 

### Remote Controller Diagram

[8] [3] [7] [4]

[6] [5]

8 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. [1] [2] [3] [1] GPS [2] Propeller [3] Motor [4] Front LED Indicator [5] Landing gear [6] Gimbal and Camera [7] Aircraft Micro

- USB Port [8] Aircraft Status Indicator [9] Intelligent Flight Battery [10] Vision Positioning Sensors [11] Antennas [12] Camera Micro

- SD Card Slot [13] Camera Micro

- USB Port [14] Link Button

Product Profile
[1] Antennas Relays aircraf t control and [1] video signal.

[2] [2] Mobile Device Holder Securely mounts your mobile device to the remote controller.[3] Control Stick
Controls the orientation and movement of the aircraft.
[4] Return Home (RTH) Button Press and hold the button to initiate Return to Home (RTH).


### 5. [5] Battery Level LEDs Displays the battery level of the remote controller.


### 6. [6] Status LED Displays the remote controller's system status.


### 7. [7] Power Button
Used to turn the remote controller on and off.


### 8. [8] RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.
[9] Camera Settings Dial
[15] [16] Turn the dial to adjust camera settings.

(Only functions when the remote controller is [13]

connect ed to a mobile 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.)
[11] Shutter Button Press to take a p hoto. If burst mode is selected, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [12] Flight Mode Switch
Switch between P

- mode, A

- mode, and F

- mode.
[13] Video Recording Button Press to start recording video. Press again to stop recording.
[17] C1 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app.
[18] C2 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app.
[19] Power Port Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal.
[15] Mircro

- USB Port 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.

[18] [17] [19] Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to charge the battery of the remote controller.

[14] [12] [14] Gimbal Dial
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# Aircraft

This section introduces the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery

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# Aircraft

Flight ControllerThe Phantom 3 Professional’s flight controller features several important upgrades, including a new flight mode. Safety

modes include Failsafe and Return

- to

- Home. These features ensure the safe return of your aircraft if the control signal is

l ost. The flight controller can also save critical flight data from each flight to the on

- board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability and a new air braking feature. 

### Flight Mode
Three flight modes are available. The de tails of each flight mode are found below:

P

- mode (Positioning) : P

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

- mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on signal strength of GP S 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 Visi on 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 if the control signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully.

F

- mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the “Flight Mode Switch” on Page

26 for more information. 

### Flight Status Indicator

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

Aircraft Status Indicator

Front LED The Front LEDs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Fr ont 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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Normal Warning Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Warming Up Safe to Fly (P

- mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) Slow Red Flashing Red Flashing Alternatively Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Low Battery Warning

IMU Error Compass Calibration Required

GPS Description

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Red,GreenandYellowFlash Green Flashes Slowly X2 Gre en Flashes Twice Yellow Flashes Slowly Fast Yellow Flashing
Fast Red Flashing



### — Solid Red


### Return

- to

- Home (RTH)
Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing Safe to Fly (P

- mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) Safe to Fly (A

- mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning)Remote Controller's Signal Lost Critical Battery Warning Critical Error

The Return

- to

- Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Fail safe RTH. This section describes these three scenarios in detail.

Home Point 

### Smart RTH
If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal strength is indicated by the G PS icon ( ). The aircraft status indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded. Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to “RTH button” on page 26 for more information) or tap the RTH button in the DJI Pilot app and follow the on

- screen instructions when GPS is available to ini

- tiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will then automatically return to the last recorded Home Point. You may use the remote controller’s control sticks to control the aircraft’s position to avoid a collision duri ng the Smart RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Smart RTH button again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft.

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Sufficient battery level(Green)
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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 of the aircraft. Users are advi sed 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 au tomatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft’s orientation during the landing process. The Battery Level Indicat or is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below:

Critical Low battery level warning(Red) Low battery level warning(Yellow) Power requires to return home Battery level Indicator Remaining flight time

Battery Level Warning Remark Aircraft

Status

Indicator DJI Pilot app Flight Instructions

Low battery level warning The battery power

is low. Please land

the aircraft. Aircraft

status

indicator

blinks RED slowly. Tap “Go

- home” to have the aircraft return to the

Home point and land automatically, or “Cancel” to resume normal flight. If no action is taken, the aircraft will automatically go home and land

after 10 seconds. Remote controller will sound

an alarm. Fly the aircraft back and

land it as soon as possible, th en stop the motors and replace the battery.

Critical Low battery level warning The aircraft must land immediately. Aircraft

status

indicator

blinks RED quickly. The DJI Pilot app display will flash red and the

aircraft will start to descend. The remote

controller will sound an alarm. Allow the aircraft to

descend and land automatically.

Estimated remaining flight time Estimated remaining flight

based on current battery level. N/A N/A N/A

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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual When Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward to make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, givi ng you an opportunity to navigate to a more appropriate landing location. The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated remaining flight time. They are automatically adjusted according to the aircraft’s current loca tion and status. 

### Failsafe RTH
If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Return

- to

- Home proce ss may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote controller signal connection is re

- established.

Aircraft

Failsafe Illustration

1 Record Home PointBlinking Green
4 Signal Lost Lasts (after 3 sec.) 2 Confirming Home Point

Blinking Green
5 RTH (adjustable altitude) 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost

× Fast Blinking Yellow 6 Landing (after hovering for 5 secs)

× Fast Blinking Yellow

>3S

× ×
Height over HP>20m Elevate to 20m Height over HP<=20m Fast Blinking Yellow Fast Blinking Yellow

20m The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter “Camera” and select “MODE > Advanced Settings > Failsafe mode”

to set the Failsafe altitude. The aircraft will stop its ascent and return to the Home Point immediately if the throttle stick is moved during the Failsafe RTH procedure. 

### Vision Positioning System

The DJI Vision Posi tioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Professional 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 Professional; they include [2] two ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera.
[1] [2]

14 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Using Vis ion Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Professional 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 bu ilt into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 Professional can hover precisely even without GPS.
Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 1. Toggle the flight mode switch to P

- mode.

2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the V ision Positioning system cannot work properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations. 3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator will flash green two times, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttl e up to lift off and the aircraft will hover in place. The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is flying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating above sound

- absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from P

- mode to A

- mode automatically if neither GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great cau tion in the following situations: Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). Flying over a highly reflective

surfaces. Flying at high speeds(over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). Flying over water or t ransparent surfaces. Flying over moving surfaces or objects. Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. Flying over extremely dark (lux < 10) or bright (lux > 100,000) surfaces. Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same design). Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the ai rcraft. Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness of the sensors. Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water. The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light conditions (less than 100 lux).

Do not use other ultrasonic devic es with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is in operation. Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the ground (below 0.5 meters) at fast speeds..

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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals. 

### Flight Rec orderFlight 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. 

### Attaching and Detaching the Propellers
Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Professional. The grey and black nuts on the propeller indicate where they should be a ttached and in which direction whey should spin. To attach the propellers properly, match the nut

color with the motor axis color

. Aircraft Propellers Figure Attach On Legends

Silver Dot Black Dot Motors with a grey axes Motors with a black axes

Loc k : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten. Unlock : Turn the propellers in the indicated

direction to loosen and remove. Attaching the Propellers 1. Be sure to remove the warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers. 2. Attach the propellers with silver dots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with black dots onto the motors with black axes and spin the propellers counter

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

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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take o ff. 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 dir ection. Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight. Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, or broken propellers. Toavoidinjury,STAND CLEARofandDONOTto uchpropellersormotorswhentheyarespinning. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience. 

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

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" for more information. Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 100W. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the curr ent 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 ta kes around two days to discharge the battery to 65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the vol tage 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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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual 10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a da maged 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 minutes of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery’s voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to

the aircraft’s main controller. Refer to Phantom 3 Professional / Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. Using the BatteryTurning ON/OFF

LED1

LED2	LED3	LED4 Power Button (Bulit

- in LED) Battery	Level	Indicators Aircraft Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The Power LED will turn

red and the Bat tery Level Indicators will display the current battery level. Turning Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The battery power LED will flash when powering off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping

of a recording during the event recording wasn’t stopped. Low Temperature Notice: 1. Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in low temperature (< 0°C) environments.

2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature (<

- 10°C) environments. Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures

between

- 10°C and 5°C.

3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Pilot app displays the “Low Battery Level Warning” in low temperature

enviro nments.

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

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

6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell’s temperature is not within the operating range (0°C ~ 40°C ). In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for approximately 1

- 2

minutes to wa rm up before taking off. Checking the Battery Level The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See below for details.

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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are

defined below.

: LED is on.

: LED is off. : LED is flashing.
Battery Level
LED1

LED2

LED3

LED4 Battery Level

87.5%~100%

75%~87.5%

62.5%~75%

50%~62.5%

37.5%~50% 25%~37.5% 12.5%~25% 0%~12.5% =0% Battery life Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be di scharged and recharged before it must be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two seconds, as shown below:
Battery Li fe
LED1

LED2

LED3

LED4 Battery Life

90%~100%

80%~90%

70%~80%

60%~70%

50%~60% 40%~50% 30%~40% 20%~30% below 20% When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is listed under the battery

tab.

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Aircraft Battery Level Indicators While Charging

LED1

LED2LED3

LED4 Battery Level

0%~25% Battery Level Indicators while Charging
LED1

LED2

LED3

LED4 Blinking Pattern LED2 blinks twice per second LED2 blinks three times per second Battery Protection Item

Over current detected Short circuit detected Over charge detected LED3 blinks twice per second LED3 blinks three times per second

Over

- voltage charger detected Charging temperature is too low LED4 blinks twice per second LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high

Phantom	3	Professional User Manual 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 t he battery before charging.

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

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

5. Air

- cool the Intelligent Flight Battery afte r each flight. Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature before storing it for an extended period. We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional. Never insert or remove a battery when it is turned on.

Intelligent Flight Battery Charger

Power Outlet 50%~75% 75%~100% Fully Charged

25%~50% Battery Protection LED Display The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns.

20 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Aircraft After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the Battery Level Indi cator. 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 temperatur e 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 Professional’s Battery Compa rtment 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 Professional outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer

be turned on.

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# Remote Controller

This section describes the features of the remote controller and includes instructions for controlling the

aircraft and the camera.

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# Remote Controller

Remote Controller Profile

The Phantom 3 Professional 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 we ll 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 Professional 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 w ill 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.

Remote Controller Charging the Remote Controller Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the figur e on next 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 Se ttings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller. [1] Camera Settings Dial

[5] [1] [4] [2]
[3] 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. [2] Playback Button Press to view images and videos that have already been captured.


### 3. [3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press.


### 4. [4] Video Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording.


### 5. [5] Gimbal Dial
Use this dia l to control the tilt of the gimbal. Controlling Aircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default.

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Power Outlet Remote Controller

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)

Rem arks 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 Professional will hover in place. The more the stick is pushed away from the center pos ition, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional 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 counter

- clockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3 Professional will maintain its current orientation. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional 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 Professional will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stick further away from the center position for a larger pitch angle (maximum 30 ̊ ) and faster flight. Moving the right stick control left and right changes the aircraft’s left and right pitch. Push left to fly left and right to fly ri ght. The Phantom 3 Professional 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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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P

- mode, F

- mode and A

- mode.

Position 1

Position

Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 Figure Flight Mode

F

- mode Position 2 A

- mode

P

- mode Position 3

P

- mode (Positioning): P

- mode works best when the GPS sign al is strong. There are three different versions of P

- mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors:

P

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

- OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but a sufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for position holding.

P

- 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 baro meter 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 infor mation about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. By default, 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 “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.

Remote Controller

26 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 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 y our 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 b elow:

Optimal Transmission Range strong weak Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft. 

### Remote Cont roller Status LED
The Status LED reflects the strength of the connection between the remote controller and the aircraft. The RTH LED

indicates the Return

- to

- Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information about these indicators.

RTH LED

Status LED
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Status LED



### — Solid Red



### — Solid Green Slow Blinking Red

/

Red and Green/ Red and Yellow Alternate Blinks

RTH LED



### — Solid White Blinking White Blinking White

Alarm ChimeChime D

- D

- D

...... None

Sound Chime

D

. . . DD

.. .. .. Remote Controller Status

The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft. The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. Remote

controller error. HD downlink is disrupted.

Remote Controller Status Aircraft is returning home. Sending Return

- to

- Home command to the aircraft. Return

- to

- Home procedure in progress.

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

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

for the first time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller: 1. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch the DJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter “Camera” and tap on and then tap “Linking RC” button as shown below.

Remote Controller

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RC Calibration

Stick Mode RC Control Setting

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.
C1	Not	Defined	C2	Not	Defined

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC. Linking RC
Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual 4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is

emitted.

RC Calibration

Stick Mode RC Control Setting
Searching for aircraft frequency, timeout in 54 seconds
Default stick mode is Mode 2, ch anging stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode. Press the linking button on the aircraft to link this remote controller
C1	Not	Defined	C2	Not	Defined

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC. Linking RC

Cancel Remote Controller 5. Locate the linking button on the side of the aircraft, as shown in the figure below. Press the link button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote controller is successfully linked to

the aircraft.

Link ButtonThe 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 c ontroller is compliant with both CE and FCC requirements.

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# Camera and Gimbal

This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal’s operation modes.

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# Camera and Gimbal

Camera Profile

The on

- board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps or 4K at up to 30fps with the Phantom 3 Professional) 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 slot, as shown below, before turning on the Phantom 3

Professional. The Phantom 3 Professional 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 allowing you to save high

- resolution

video data.

Gimbal Camera

Do not remove the Micro

- SD card from the Phantom 3 Professional when it is turned on.

Camera Data Port

Tu rn on the Phantom 3 Professional 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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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot the images or videos through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to “Controlling the Camera Page 24”. 

### Gimbal 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.
30° 0° 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 devic e 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. The gimbal will synchronize with the move ment of the aircraft to provide a first

- person perspective flying 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 exce ssive external force, such as a collision. Please take off from flat, 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.

Gimbal Camera

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- 90°

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 vibrationabsorber and into the center hole of Part 2 , then lock them together as shown 3 . Mounting the anti

- drop kit pins diag onally from each other is recommended.

1

2

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# DJI Pilot App

This section introduces the four main functions of the DJI Pilot app.

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# DJI Pilot App

The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifically for the Phantom 3 Professional. 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 configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience.

United	States 

### Mountain	View

CAMERA	DIRECTOR	STORE	DISCOVERY 

### Camera
The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Professional’s camera. You can also configure various camera parameters from the Camera page.

[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8]

MODE P

- GPS CL Safe to Fly (GPS)
ISO	100	1/320	EV	0	4821	JP EG

H: 39 M D: 1039 M V.S: 8.3 M/S H.S: 24.2 M/S 1.2 M [17] [16] [15] [14] [13] [9] [10] [12] [11]

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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual [1] Flight Mode : The text 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 : This icon shows the current strength o f GPS signals. Green bars indicate 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’s signal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength

: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraf t 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 ico n 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 Shutter and Recording Setting s : 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 single shot, triple shot or time

- lapsed shooting

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© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 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 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 va lues of the camera.
[11] Vision Positioning : This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System’s sensors.
[12] Flight Telemetry

H: 39 M D: 1039 M V.S: 8.3 M/S H.S: 24.2 M/S 1.2 M The Vision Positioning Status icon is highlig hted 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 be tween the light blue and dark blue areas indicates the roll angle.
[13] Map Display the flight path of the current flight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.
[14] Return to Home (RTH) : Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircra ft return to the last recorded home point.
[15] Auto Takeoff/Landing / : Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing.

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Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual [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.


### 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 specified number of clips, which are automatically

combined to create a short film that can be shared immediatel y. 

### Store
Tap “Store” to visit the official 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 flight logs, and check your DJI account status in " Discovery". Use your registered DJI account to login to "Discovery". DJI Pilot App

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# Flight

This section describes safe flight practices and flight restrictions.

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# Flight

Once pre

- flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the DJI Pilot app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open area. 

### Flight Environment Requiremen ts

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s , snow, rain and fog.

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the on

- board 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 subj ect to environmental factors such as air density and temperature.Be very careful when flying 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 Professio nal cannot operate within the polar areas. 

### Flight Limits and No

- Fly ZonesAll 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, flights 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 flight altitu de & 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 Professional will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below: Flight

Maximum Flight Altitude

Max Radius Home Point Height of aircraft when turned on

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Max Radius Blinking Green Flight Limits Flight distance must be within the max radius. DJI Pilot app Warning: Distance limit reached.

Aircraft Status Indicator Rapid red flashing when close to the

max radius limit.

Aircraft Status Indicator
Maximum Flight Altitude Air craft's altitude cannot exceed the specified value. Warning: Height limit reached. None.
GPS Signal Weak Blinking Yellow Flight Limits DJI Pilot app Maximum Flight Altitude

Max Radius Height is restricted to 400 feet. (120m) and under. Warning: Height limit reached.

None.

No limits If you fly out of the limit, you can still control the Phantom 3, but cannot fly it any father. If the 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

- Fly Zones

All No

- Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official 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 altitudes.

Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive institute. The details of the No

- Fl y Zones are explained as follow:
Airport 

### 1. (1) Airport No

- Fly Zone are comprised of Take

- off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each zone

features circles of various sizes.


### 2. (2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is a Take

- off restricted zone, inside of which take off is prevented.


### 3. (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. (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No

- Fly Zones, a warning message will appear on the DJI Pilot app.

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1640	feet

320	feet 1640	feet

320	feet Restricted Area

66	feet1	mile R1

R2

1	mile

66	feet	R1

R2 

### 1. (1) Restricted Areas does not have flight altitude restrictions.


### 2. (2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take

- off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off

within this zone. The value of R varies based on the definition of the restricted areas.


### 3. (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. Flight

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Zone Restriction DJI Pilot App Prompt Aircraft

Status

Indicator

Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a No

- fly zone. Take off prohibited.

No

- fly Zone If the aircraft enters the restricted area in A

- mode,

but is switched to P

- mode, the aircraft will automatically descend, land, and stop its motors. Warning: You are in a no

- fly zone. Automatic landing has begun.

Restricted

altitude flight

zone If the aircraft enters the restricted area in A

- mode,

but is switched to P

- mode, it will descend to an appropriate altitude and hover 15 feet below the

altitude limit. R1: Warning: You are in a restricted zone. Descending to safe altitude.

R2: War ning: You are in a restricted zone. Maximum flight altitude is restricted to between 20m and 500m. Fly cautiously.

Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but there will be a warning . Warning: You are approaching a restricted zone, Fly cautiously. Red flashing

Free zone No restrictions. None. None.

Semi

- automatic descent: All 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 contin ue for 5 seconds at which point it will switch back to blinking red. For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers, or other sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight

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### Preflight Checklist
1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly.

3. Micro

- SD card has been inserted, if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 6. The DJI Pilot app is successfully connected to the aircraft. 

### Calibrating the Compass

IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in ever y new flight location. 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.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 structures Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones. Do not calibrate in direct proximity to large metal 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 c alibrate 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 on

- screen instructions.

2. Hold the aircraft h orizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display a solid green light. Flight

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Phantom	3	Professional 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. Flight If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircraft to a different location and try again. 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 meta l objects such as a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding.

When to Recalibrate 1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yellow. 2.When flying in a new

location or in a location that is different from the most rece nt flight. 3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom 3 Professional has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does not fly in straight line. 

### Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing

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. Aircraft takes off and hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground. Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when it is using the Vision Position Syst em 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.

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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 “ ”, to begin landing. Then follow the on

- screen instructions. 

### Starting/Stopping the Motors Starting the Motors A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom inner or outer corners to

start the motors. Once the motors have started s pinning, release both sticks simultaneously.

OR Stopping the Motors There are two methods to stop the motors. Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle down , then conduct the same CSC that was used to start the motors, as desc ribed above . Motors will stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors will stop after three seconds.

OR

Method 2 Do not perform a CSC when the aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors will suddently stop. 

### Flight Test Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the battery level indicators facing towards you. 2. Turn on the remote controller and your mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI Pilot 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 bee n 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 the throttle to descend.8. After landing, execute the CSC comman d 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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Method 1
Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual 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.

Watch our video tutori als for more flight information. Video Suggestions and Tips 1. Go through the full pre

- flight checklist before each flight. 2. Select the 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 heavy wind. 5. Choose the camera settings that suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compensation. 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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# FAQ

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# Troubleshooting (FAQ)

What is the difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced? 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 a t resolutions up to 1080p60. Both models shoot 12 megapixel photos. The other main difference 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 allows 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 v oid 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 th at you only charge one item at a time. We recommend that you never charge both items using the same charger at the

same time. What are the buttons on the back of my Remote Controller for?

The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be custom ized 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 will vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 series ca n reach distances of up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) away from the pilot. What app should 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 mobile devices are compatible with the app? The DJI Pilot app is only 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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FAQ

Phantom	3	Professional User	Manual

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 ap p’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 left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These controls can be changed to Mode 1 or s et 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 Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Co ntroller operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz. Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Battery with the Phantom 3? No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phan tom 3 has a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2 V. My Phantom 3 does not turn off right away, is something wrong? This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery, it may remain on for a few secon ds as any video data is saved to the Micro SD card. This helps 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 already 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 time. What does the “P, A, F” switch on th e 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 aircraft can still return to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS signal is available.

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

- mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other modes.

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What is the Phantom 3 flight time? 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 fully charged. How can I restore a video file if the power is turned off during recording?

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 sec onds 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 land 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. Why is the discharge time of the battery not zero, even though I have never used it? 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 safel y operate the aircraft when encountering compass error? A compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close 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 aircra ft 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 dr ifting 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 air craft will switch back to P

- GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed.

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# Appendix

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# Appendix

Specifications

Aircraft

Weight (Battery & Propellers Included) 1280 g

Max. Ascent Speed 5 m/s

Max. Descent Speed 3 m/s

Max. Speed 16 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind)

Max. Flight Altitude 6000 m

Max. Flight Time Approximately 23 minutes

Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C

GPS Mode GPS/GLONASS

Gimbal

Controllable Range Pitch:

- 90° to + 30°

Vision Positioning

Velocity Range < 8 m/s (2 m above ground)

Altitude Range 30 cm

- 300 cm

Operating Range 30 cm

- 300 cmOperating Environment Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces

Camera

Sensor Sony EXMOR 1/2.3” Effective pixels:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M)

Lens FOV 94° 20mm(35mm format equivalent ) f/2.8
ISO Range 100

- 3200(video) 100

- 1600(photo)

Electronic Shutter Speed 8s

- 1/8000s

Image Max. Size 4000 x 3000

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

- lapse

Supported SD Card Types Micro SD Max. capacity: 64 GB. Class 10 or UHS

- 1 rating required

Video Recording Modes UHD : 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 FHD:1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 HD:1280x720p

24/25/30/48/50/60

Max. Bitrate Of Video Storage 60 Mbps

Supported File Formats FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG

- 4 AVC/H.264)
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 40°C

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Remote Controller

Operating Frequency 2.400 GHz

- 2.483 GHz

Transmitting Distance 2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed)

Video Output Port USB

Operating Temperature Range 0°C

- 40°C

Battery 6000 mAh LiPo 2S

Mobile Device Holder Tablets and smartphones

Transmitter Power(EIRP) FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm

Working Voltage 1.2 A @7.4 V

Charger

Voltage 17.4 V

Rated Power 100 W
Intelligent Flight Battery ( PH3

- 4480 mAh

- 15.2 V )

Capacity 4480 mAh

Voltage 15.2 V

Battery Type LiPo 4S

Energy 68 Wh

Net Weight 365 g

Operating Temperature

- 10°C

- 40°C

Max. Charging Power 100 W

Normal Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively

X2 Green Flashes Twice Aircraft Warming Up Warning Slow Red Flashing Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Safe to Fly (P

- mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) Low Battery Warning Red Flashing Alternatively

IMU Error Compass Calibration Required

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Red,GreenandYel lowFlash Green Flashes Slowly Yellow Flashes Slowly Fast Yellow Flashing
Fast Red Flashing



### — Solid Red Turning on and Self

- Diagnostics Safe to Fly (P

- mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) Safe to Fly (A

- mode but No GPS and Vision Posi

- tioning) Remote Controller Signal Lost Critical Battery Warning Critical Error

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### Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)
IOC allows users to lock the control 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 m ode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forward and backward Home Lock (HL)* controls will move the

aircraft farther from and closer to the established Home Pont, regardless of how the orienta tion and position of the aircraft changes.

Course Lock (CL) The nose direction, at the time that CL is set, will remain the forward direction regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. This will remain fixed until you re set it or exit CL mode.

Point of Interest (POI)* Point of Interest. Record a point of interest (POI). The aircraft can then circle around the POI and the nose will always points toward the POI. *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are coming soon. IOC Requirements

IOC is only available under the following conditions: Course Lock No None

POI Yes
Using IOC
Aircraft

None

5m~500m Point of Interest

Modes IOC GPS enabled GPS counts Flight Distance Limits

Home Lock

Yes

Aircraft ≥ 10m Home Point Toggle the Flight Mode Switch F

- mode and follow the instructions prompted on the DJI Pilot app to select the desired IOC

mode.

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### FCC Compliance
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 modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Compliance Informatio n FCC Warning Message Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fo llowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not

be co

- located or ope rating 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 digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable prote ction against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication s. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is en couraged 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 fr om that to which the receiver is connected.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. IC RSS warning This device complies with 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 pre ́ sent areil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada licables aux areils radio exe mpts de licence. L'exploitation est autorise ́ e aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioe ́ lectrique subi, me ̂ me si le brouillage est

56 © 2015 DJI. A ll Rights Reserved. Appendix susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter

must not be co

- locat ed or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. KCC Warning Message

“ 해당무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있으므로 인명안 관련된 서 할 수 없습니다 .” “

” NCC Warning Message

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; ,

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