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 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 well as controlling gimbal motion. 

The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The baftery levet is displayed via LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. 

QJ • 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 tumed off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEDs will 

display the current battery level. 

2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller. 

3. The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating 

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDs will glow solid green when linking is 

complete. 

4. Repeat Step 2 to tum off the remote controller. 

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Charging the Remote Controller 

Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the figure on next page below for more 

details. 

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Controlling the Camera 

Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera 

Settings Dia(, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller. 

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[1] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of 

the remote control[er. Move the dial to [eft or right to scrol[ through pictures and videos in playback 

mode. Press down on the dial to togg[e between these settings. 

[2]Playback Button 

Press to view images and videos that have already been captured. 

[3]Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a sing[e press. 

[4]Video Recoding Button 

Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. 

[5] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dia[ to contro[ the ti[t 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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E3 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 I Aircraft Remarks (Mode 2) 1(- Indicates Nose Direction) 

~ 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 

~ position, 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 counterciockwise, 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 

i 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 fonroard and down to fly 

~' ~ ♦ backward. Phantom 3 Professional will hover in 

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Push the stick furtlher away from the center position for 

a larger pitch angle (ma)(mum 30`) and faster flight. 

Moving the right stick control left and right changes 

the aircraft's left and right pitch. 

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stick is centered. 

Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the 

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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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Flight Mode Switch 

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. 

You may choose between; P-mode, F-mode and Amode. Position 1 

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P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different 

versions of P-mode, which will be automa6cally 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 barometer to stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller 

signal is Iost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. 

By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked to P-mode. To unlock other 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 Retum-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 retum to the 

last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of the 

aircraft. 

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Connecting Your Mobile Device 

Tift the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the but[on on the side of the mobile device holder 

to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the cradle. Adjust the clamp down to secure the 

mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of 

the cable into your mobile device and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller. 

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Opfimal Transmission Range 

The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that 

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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 Controller Status LED 

The Status LED reflects the strength of the connection between the remote controller and the aircrait. The 

RTH LED indicates the Retum-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information 

about these indicators. 

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Status LED Alarm Remote ControNer Status 

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

<G+ — Solid Green J' Chime The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. 

R, ...... SIowBlinkingRed D-D-D ...... Remote controller error. 

R-G/R Y ...... 

Red and Green/ Red and None HD downtink is disrupted. 

Yellow Alternate Blinks 

RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status 

w— Solid White J Chime Aircraft is retuming home. 

W: •••••• Blinking White D ... Sending Retum-to-Home command to the aircraft. 

w••••-• Blinking White DD •• •• •• 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 e ,III1 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below. 

RC Calibration > 

Stick Mode > 

Default slick mode is Mode 2, changing sfick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. 

Do not change uniess familier with your new mode. 

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

emitted. 

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Stick Mode > 

Searching for aircraft frequency, 

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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. 

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Ai - The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft 'rf a new remote controller is linked to the 

same aircraft. 

Remote Contro(ler Compliance Version 

The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC requirements. 

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