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Spreading Wings S1000 

User Manual

V 1.10 

2014.11 

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Disclaimer

Thank you for purchasing this DJI product. Please visit the S1000 page on www.dji.com regularly to keep up with 

product information, technical updates and manual corrections. Information in this manual is subject to change 

without notice in line with product upgrades and updates. 

In using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have understood all points completely.

When assembling this product, follow all instructions carefully. The manufacturer and seller assume no liability for 

any damage or injury arising from the use of this product.

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without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI Innovations. No patent liability is assumed with respect to 

the use of the product or information contained herein.
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About

The S1000 is designed for professional aerial photography and cinematography. It is user friendly, safe, stabilized

and easy to fly while its integrated design makes assembly and configuration simple and fast. Retractable landing 

gear, vibration dampers, small frame arm incline and minimalized gimbal mount allows for a clear 360 degree view 

from the camera. An integrated power hub with patented coaxial connectors, built-in high-speed ESCs and motors

with high efficiency propellers ensure dynamic stability and maximized power efficiency. Used with a professional 

DJI multi-rotor autopilot system, the S1000 can hover and fly reliably making it ideal for photography and 

cinematography.
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Contents

Disclaimer................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2

About........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Contents..................................................................................................................................................................................................................4

Caution .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

In The Box............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Tools Required...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Mounting Landing Gear .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Mounting Frame Arms ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Mounting Electronics and Wiring ..................................................................................................................................................................11

Connecting XT60 Ports on Center Frame................................................................................................................................................17

Installing Battery .................................................................................................................................................................................................17

Setting Landing Gear........................................................................................................................................................................................19

Mounting the Gimbal.........................................................................................................................................................................................21

Appendix...............................................................................................................................................................................................................23

ESC Sound..................................................................................................................................................................................................23

ESC LED......................................................................................................................................................................................................23

Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................................23

Gain Value Settings (with the A2 flight control)...........................................................................................................................24

FAQ.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25

Soldering the ESC....................................................................................................................................................................................25

Remounting the Propeller.....................................................................................................................................................................25

Propeller Precautions .............................................................................................................................................................................25

Using Propeller Holder...........................................................................................................................................................................26

Assembling Motor Vibration Absorbers ..........................................................................................................................................26

Remounting Landing Gear Servo.......................................................................................................................................................27

Recalibrating Servo Travel....................................................................................................................................................................27

Part List..................................................................................................................................................................................................................29
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Caution 

When flying, fast rotating propellers may cause serious damage and injury. Please fly safe at all times. 

Assembly Cautions

(1) Mount the GPS module with a bracket, to avoid interference with the power board on the center frame. 

(2) Ensure the IMU is mounted with the arrow pointing toward the front. 

(3) If using a receiver, attach it under the bottom board of the center frame with the end of the antenna 

facing downwards away from obstructions to avoid loss of control due to signal loss. 

(4) Ensure frame arms are mounted correctly. 

a) Motor mounts with CCW marks should be mounted to the corresponding center frame positions 

with the following marks: M1, M3, M5, and M7.

b) Motor mounts with CW marks should be mounted to the corresponding center frame positions with 

the following marks: M2, M4, M6, and M8. 

(5) Do not remove any glued-in screws. 

(6) Tighten screws appropriately. Screws marked with blue glue can be used without thread locker once. On 

other occasions, apply appropriate thread locker.

(7) S1000 should be raised above the ground when testing landing gear or recalibrating servo travel. 

(8) Notice that matching the indicators is very important. Please pay attention to them. 

Flight Cautions

(1) ESCs are not water-proof, do not fly in rain or snow.

(2) Ensure all soft dampers and vibration absorbers are in good condition before every flight. If not, replace 

immediately. Otherwise, the flight performance of your aircraft will be adversely affected. 

(3) Ensure all parts are in good condition before each flight. Do not fly with worn or broken parts. 

(4) Ensure propellers and motors are installed correctly and propellers are unfolded before flying. 

(5) Ensure ESC signal connectors and power cable connectors are tight and reliable before every flight.

(6) When flying, stay away a safe distance from people, buildings, high-voltage lines, tall trees, water and 

other hazards. 

(7) Use only 6S LiPo batteries for the power supply. 

(8) Ensure all output signals from M1 to M8 are in proper working order when using the DJI A2 flight control 

system to avoid damage or injury. 

(9) Do not overload the system. 

(10) Do not get close to or touch motors or propellers when they are spinning as this can cause serious injury. 

(11) Disconnect battery and remove camera during breaks and transportation to avoid damage or injury.

(12) We strongly recommend using as many DJI parts as possible. 

Others 

(1) If you have any problem you cannot resolve, contact your dealer or DJI customer service. 
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In The Box 

Center Frame×1 Frame Arm×8

Landing Skid Tube×2 

(with Silicone Rubber Damper) Landing Gear Leg×2 

GPS Collapsible Mount×1 Spring×2 

 

Connector Set×1 3-PIN Servo Cable×1

Screw Package×1 Accessories package×1 

For frame arms mount: M4x35

For landing gear mount: M3x8, M2.5x6.7

Heat-shrinkable tube (diameter of 10mm)

Tools Required 

Tools Usage 

2.0mm Hex Wrench, 2.5mm Hex Wrench Mounting screws.

Thread Locker Fastening screws.

Nylon Cable Tie

Scissors Binding devices and wires.

Cutting Pliers/Dykes

Foam Double Sided Adhesive Tape Mounting receiver, controller and other modules.

Hot Air Gun Fixing power cable connectors.
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Mounting Landing Gear 

Instructions 

1. Slide landing gear leg into landing skid tube then affix the joints with M2.5x6.7 screws. Ensure silicone 

rubber dampers are attached.

2. Insert the landing gear leg into connection point on the center frame. Affix in place with M3x8 screws.

3. Connect springs to both parts to ensure safety. 

4. Complete. Spring length is 58.5mm unstretched and 70mm stretched.

70mm
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Mounting Frame Arms 

Instructions 

1. Check arms.

(1) Check propellers for cracks, then install and screw propeller cover on tightly.

(2) Ensure motors are mounted firmly and rotate freely.

(3) Mount arms with red propeller covers to M1 and M2 to indicate the nose of the S1000.

(4) Distinguish marks CW and CCW on the arms. Mount the arms with mark CCW to the M1, M3, M5, and M7

positions of the center frame. The arms marked CW should be mounted to the M2, M4, M6, and M8

positions of the center frame.

(5) Check power cable connector. Diagram A shows normal and B shows abnormal. The correct connection 

method is detailed below. 

i. Remove shrapnel from the damaged connector as demonstrated by diagram A using tweezers or a knife.

ii. Replace the power cable connector if the shrapnel damage is too great (e.g. connector is broken or bent) 

and cannot be pulled out or plugged in.

Cover

LED*

Screw Mount

CW or CCW Mark

*LED is on after motor started.

ESC Signal Cable

Power Cable

Motor

ESC

Screw

Propeller

 A B

2. Insert frame arm vertically into the mounting area on the center frame. 

3. Adjust screw mounts of frame arm and center frame.

4. Insert the M4x35 screw from the right of the frame arm as the thread is located on the left of the screw 

mount. Tighten screw appropriately. Over tightening may lead to connector abrasion.
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5. Gently lift frame arm.

6. Twist knob to lock in place. Be sure there is an audible click sound to ensure a proper lock. Check the 

arm for movement. To store, untwist the knob and lower frame arm. 

7. Plug ESC signal cable into center frame.

8. Plug power cable into center frame. Heat-shrinkable tubes can be used to stop the connector from 

coming off.
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9. Ensure all ESC signal cables (red) and power cables (blue) are connected to the center frame correctly.

Power cables can be fixed to center frame pillars to tidy them away. Make sure to use heat-shrinkable 

tubes correctly (orange).

 

10. Double check all frame arms. Arms M1 and M2 are the forward facing (nose), arms M5 and M6 are the tail. 

Seen from the top, motors on arms M1, M3, M5 and M7 rotate counter clockwise while those on arms M2, 

M4, M6 and M8 rotate clockwise.

M1

M3

M5

M7

M2

M4

M6

M8
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Mounting Electronics and Wiring

Eight positions are reserved for mounting a flight control system, wireless video transmission module, receiver, and 

other items. The DJI A2 flight control system has been used here as an example. If using an A2, follow mounting and 

wiring instructions found in the A2 flight control system user manual. If using the DJI WK-M flight control system, 

please refer to the WK-M user manual for connections. Also be sure your firmware on your DJI flight controller has 

been updated to the latest version.

Instructions 

1. Attach IMU module to the IMU area of the center frame. Ensure that it points toward the nose and does 

not touch any other components as vibration can cause it to malfunction.

2. Attach the PMU module to the center frame.

Reserved

position

Reserved

position

M

M

1

2

M3

M4

M5

6 M

M7

M8

3. Mount the main controller in the reserved position near the PMU module.
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Reserved

Position

4. Attach the GPS collapsible mount to the center frame using M2.5x6.7 screws. Washer for GPS 

collapsible mount is pre-installed on the center frame. To install GPS collapsible mount, remove the screw 

from the washer then follow the below instructions:

(1) Remove screw 1 from the center frame. 

(2) Position GPS collapsible mount then return the screw to its original position and tighten.

(3) Remove remaining screw 2 from center frame.

(4) Position GPS collapsible mount then return screw to its original position and tighten. 

5. Mount a GPS module to the GPS mount with a bracket. Ensure the arrow points toward the nose and 

avoid catching fingers in the bracket when folding for transportation.

 

1 2

 

1 2

 
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M1

M2

6. The other reserved positions are indicated in the diagram below and can be used for mounting a receiver, 

LED flight indicator, iOSD module and wireless video transmission module.

7. Check that every anti-drop system has been firmly installed in the reserved positions. Thread locker is 

recommended.

(1) Remove anti-drop to add appropriate thread locker.

(2) Replace and tighten.
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Notes 

(1) Only mount the IMU in the IMU position of the center frame.

(2) Mount the GPS with a bracket to avoid interference from the center frame power board.

(3) Use glue to install the GPS bracket. Ensure it is firm and reliable before every flight.

(4) Always test motors using the Assistant Software after installation. Refer to the “Flight control system user 

manual” for details.

Connecting main controller to center frame 

1. Finish flight control system connection according to the A2 flight control system user manual.

2. Link connector set (blue) to ESC signal outlet on the center frame then link connector set (blue) to main 

controller as shown below.

(1) Yellow 4-pin cables are for M1~ M4 connections. Yellow cable should be connected to M1.

(2) Brown 4-pin cables are for M5~ M8 connections. Brown cable should be connected to M5.

(3) Black 4-pin cables are for four continuous ground pins connections. M1~M4 are connected as the 

following diagram shows.
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M1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

M

M

M

M

M

M

M

M1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

M

M

M

M

M

M

M

Notes 

If using a DJI WK-M flight controller, you must use the wires that came with the WK-M. M1 through M6 

correspond to each motor number. M7 corresponds to F1 and M8 corresponds to F2 on the WK-M. 

M1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

M

M

M

M

M

M

M

M1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

M

M

M

M

M

M

M

Connecting main controller and landing gear 

1. Connect left servo cable near M4 to the “RLG” port near M4 on the center frame, then ensure the “RLG”

port near M3 is connected to the “L” port of the landing gear control board.

2. Connect right servo cable near M7 to the “R” port of the landing gear control board using a servo cable.

3. For the A2 flight control system, connect the F1 port of the main controller to “IN” port of the landing gear 

control board. Other flight control systems connect a 2-position channel receiver to the “IN” port.
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M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

M7

M8

RLG GLR

M1

M2

M3

M5

M6

M7

M8

Cable of

left servo

 

M4

Cable of

right servo

 

Notes 

(1) If right and left servo cables are reversed, landing gear will not be function.

(2) Wire neatly to avoid cables being damaged by frame edges.