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This section Introduces the four main 

func tions of the DJI Pilot app. 
DJI Pilot App 

The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifically for the Phantom 3 Advanced. Use this app 

to control the gimbal. camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and 

User Center. which are used for configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. 

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The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Advanced's camera You can also 

configure various camera parameters from the Camera page. 

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[1] Flight Mode 

8: The text next to this icon indicates the current flight rncde. 

Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allo.v you to modify flight limits and 

set the gain values. 

:(;!; The aircraft is set to "Beginner Mode" by default. The aircraft cannot fly 30 meters (98 feet) higher 

and beyond the recorded Home Point under beginner mode. Disable this mode in the MODE 

setting page. 

[2] GPS Signal Strength 

~,nJI: This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS 

strength. 

[3) IOC Settings 

-=A CL : This icon d isplays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to vie" the IOC 

settings menu and select the desired IOC setting. 

[4] System Status 

sotetofiY(GPSl : 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 

ii' 11111. This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal. 

[7] HD Video Link Signal Strength 

(i![)" >~ Ill: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and 

the remote controller. 

[8] Battery Level 

1ft 1 00%: This icon shows the current battery level. 

Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and viev: the 

battery warning history. 

[9] General Settings 

:: : Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters. 

reset the camera. enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight 

route display. 

[10] Camera Operation Bar 

Shutter and Recording Settings 

lr<t Tap to enter various camera value settings. including color space for the recording, resolution of 

the videos, image size and so on. 
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Shutter 

e: Tap this button to take a single photo. Press and hold this button to select single shot, triple shot 

or time-lapsed shooting modes. 

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 

[B : Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are 

captured. 

Camera Settings 

~;:.Tap to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values of the camera. 

[11) Vision Positioning 

This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. 

[12) Flight Telemetry 

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The Vision Positioning Status icon is highlighted when the Vision Positioning is in operation. 

Flight attitude is indicated by the flight attitude icon. 

( 1) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. 

(2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch 

(3) The angle of the boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicates the roll angle. 

[13] Map 

Disp lay the flight path of the current flight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI. 

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(16] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

t I±: Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing. 

(17] Livestream 

: Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on You Tube. Be sure the 

mobile data service is available on the mobile device. 

[18] 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 immediately. 

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Tap "Store' to visit the official DJI Online Store to ~ee the latest information about DJI products and easily 

buy ne# 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'. 
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Once pre-flight preparation is complete. it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the OJI Pilot 

app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open 

area. 

1 Flight Environment Requirements 

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 onboard compass and GPS system. 

3. Avoid obstacles, crowds. high voltage power lines. trees. and bodies of water. 

4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism. including base stations 

and radio transmission towers. 

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

temperature.Be very careful when flying at altitudes greater than 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea 

::!:1 level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be affected. 

<D. 6. The Phantom 3 Advanced cannot operate within the polar areas 2." 

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and 

regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA For safety reasons. 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 altitude & Radius Limits 

Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the OJ I Pilot app. Be aware that the 

maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your 

Phantom 3 Advanced will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below: 

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& Phantom 3 flies out of the rnax 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 llttp://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-Fly Zones are explained as follow: 

Airport 

(1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised of Take-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each 

zone features circles of various sizes. 

(2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is a Takeoff restricted zone. inside of which take off is prevented. 

(3) From R1 mile to R1 + 1 mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination 

Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is 

limited to 1640 feet (500 meters) at R1+1 mile 

(4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-Fly Zones. a warning message will appear 

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

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(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) A "warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.062 

miles (100 rn) of this zone, a warning message will appear on the DJI Pilot app. 

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Motors w ill 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-moue, 

but is switched to P-mode. Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. 

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If the aircraft enters the restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing 

Restricted- restricted area in A-mode, but safe altitude. 

altitude flight is switched to P-mode. it will R2: Warning: You are in a 

zone descend to an appropriate restricted zone. Maximum flight 

altitude and hover 15 feet altitude is restricted to between 

below the altitude limit. 20m and 500m. Fly cautiously. 

Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a 

there will be a warning restricted zone, Fly cautiously. 

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i:B 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 1ndicator will blink red rapidly and continue 

for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue 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-SO 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 every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive 

to electromagnetic interference, Vlhich can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight 

performance or flight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance. 

0 • Do not calibrate your compass where there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference 

Sources of potential interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean 

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~ • 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 calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight 

preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap the Aircraft Status 

Bar in the app and select "Calibrate", then follow the on-screen instructions. 

2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators 'Nill display a solid 

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3. Hold the aircraft vertically, with nose pointing downward. and rotate it 360 degrees around the center 

axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator glows solid red. 

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& 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 metal 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 recent flight. 

3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom 3 Advanced has been changed. 

4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e . Phantom 3 Advanced does not fly in straight line. 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

Auto Takeoff 

U~e auto takeoff only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the 

auto takeoff feature: 

1. Launch the OJ! 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",.t.", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the icon to confirm and takeoff 

5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at (1.2 meters) above ground. 

& Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when it is using the Vision Position System for stabilization. 

The aircraft will automatically hover belo·w 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 corodition 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 spinning, release both sticks 

simultaneously 

Stopping the Motors 

There are two methocs to stop the motors. 

Method 1: When Phantom 3 Advanced has landed, push the throttle dowm. then conduct the same 

CSC that was used to start the motors. as described 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. 

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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 OJI Pilot app and enter the Camera page 

4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and 11 is now safe 

to fly . If they flash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 

5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or use Auto Takeoff. 

6. Shoot photos and videos using the OJI Pilot app. 

7. To land, hover over a level surlace and gently pull down on the throttle to descend. 

8. After landing. execute the esc command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop 

9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first. then the Remote Controller. 
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Lb. • 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 slvwly or 

rapidly during flight. 

• Watch our video tutorials 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 wl1en 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 fonnat and exposure compensation. 

6. Perform fligl1t tests to establish fliQht routes and preview scenes 

7. Push the control sticks gently to keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable. 

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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 at resolutions up to 1 080p60 Both models 

shoot 12 megapixel photos. 

The other main difference is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes w1th a 

57 -watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Profe~s onal comes with a 1 00-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. ,'\ttempting to remove, replace. or 

modify the camera ma1• damage the product and will void your warranty. 

Can I charge my Remote Controller and Intelligent Flight Battery at the same time? 

While the Remote Controller charg er and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated into one 

unit for your conven1ence. it 1S recommended that you only cl1arge one 1tem at a time. We recommend that :;;: 

you never charge both items using the same charger at the same time. 0 

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

The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you 

choose through the DJI Pilot app. Refer to the rnanual 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 can 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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How do I use the Director automatic video editor? 

Director is an automatic video editor built into the OJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply 

tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and <J specified number of 

cl1ps, wh1ch are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediate:ly. 

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 tile throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These 

controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the DJI Pilot app. This is only 

recommended for advanced users. 

Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controller with the Phantom 3? 

No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller 

operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz. 

Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Battery with the Phantom 3? 

No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater po,ver. The Phantom 3 has 

a 4 cell batter:;· 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 fe ~ 

seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SO card This helps prevent your data from beinq 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 1S 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 the Remote Controller do? 

This sw1tch, called the Flight Mode Sw1tch, 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 1S 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 !Jiicro-SD card from the camera. If it has been removed, place it back in the camera 

Turn the Phantom 3 on and wait approximately 30 seconds as the video file 1S restored. 

How can I ensure that my pictures and videos will be synchronized to my iOS album? 

You may need to adjust the settin9s of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the Privacy 

tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the OJI Pilot app icon. If the Pilot app has not 

been granted access to your albums. the photos and videos cannot be ~ynchronized. 

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 packaped dnd shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new 

battery and is the reason that the discharge time is not zero. The battery is safe to use. 

Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series Remote Controller? 

No. it cannot. 

How to safely operate the aircraft when encountering compass error? 

A compass error may occur when the aircraft is 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 OJ I Pilot app will display one of the following messages: 

• Compass error, calibration requ1red 

This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended 

to power off the a~rcraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different location and then resume the flight. 

o Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode 

This warning mesoage indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring the aircraft to a higher altitude 

to gain enough GPS satellite loc~s when this warn1ng message is prompted. The flight control ler will 

automatically adjust the orientation of the aircraft in the mida1r to mitigate the drifts. The aircraft will switch 

back to P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed. 

How to troubleshoot aircraft initialization error? 

If you observe t11e folio\\ ing symptoms, it ind1cates the aircraft has failed to initialized: 

• The aircraft status indicator display flashing red, yellow and green Even the aircraft is stationed on the 

flat surface 

• The System Status Bar in the app prompts "Initialization Error". 

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/arious factors contribute to the aircraft initialization error. try resolve the issue by following the suggestions 

listed below: 

• Sensor performance degraded. This may be due to the excessive bias detected from the IMU or the 

compass read1ng is lnttrfered . Try restarting and calibrating the IMU and compass to resolve this issue. 

• Sensor is defective. If the sensors remains unchanged at all time and the problem persist even when the 

aircraft is restarted. 1t indicates the sen r is not working normally. Users should return the aircraft to DJI 

for repairing. 

• Minor vibration is detected cJuring aircraft initialization. Put the aircraft on the flat surface. power on the 

aircraft and ensure the aircraft is stationed for more than 5 seconds to resolve the issue. 

• Serious vibration IS detected during aircraft initialization. This instance generally occurs when the aircraft 

is being initialization on the v1olent moving surface. for instance. ships that are on the rough sea. Do not 

attempt to power on the aircraft in this scenario. 
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Specifications 

Aircraft 

Weight (Battery & 

Propellers Included) 

Max. Ascent Speed 

Max. Descent Speed 

Max Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max F11ght Tune 

Operating Temperature 

GPS Mode 

Gimbal 

Controllable Range 

VISIOn POSitiOning 

Velocity Range 

Alt1tude Ranpe 

Operating RanC)e 

Opmattng EnVIronment 

Camera 

1280 g 

5 111/S 

3 m/s 

16 rn/s (A Til mode no v. 1ndj 

6000m 

Approx1rnately 20 minutes 

ooc to 40°C 

GPSIGLONASS 

Pitch: - 90' to + 30° 

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

30 crn-300 ern 

30 cm-300 em 

Bnghtly Itt (lux> 15} patterned surfaces 

Sens01 Sony EXMOR 1i2 3' Effect1ve p1xels 12 4M (total p1xels 12 76 M) 

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

ISO Ra11ge 100-3200(vlcleo; 100-1600(pnoto) 

Electronic Shutter Speed 8s -1/8000s 

Image Max S1ze 

Still Photography Modes 

Supported SO Card Types 

Video Recording Modes 

Ma>: B1t1 ate Of V1deo 

Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Operating Temperature 

Range 

4000 X 3000 

Single shot 

Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 

Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

M1cro SO 

Max capacity 64 GB Class 10 or UHS-1 rating requtred 

FHD: 1920x1 080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD 1280x720p 24/25/30/48150/60 

40 Mhps 

FAT32/exFAT 

Photo: JPEG, ONG 

Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 

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Operating Frequency 

Transrn1tllng D1stance 

V1deo Output Port 

Operanng Temperature Range 

Battery 

Mob1le Dev1ce Holde1 

Transmitter Power(EIRP) 

Work•ng Voltage 

Charger 

Voltage 

2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

2000 m (Outtioor And Unobstructed) 

USB 

O' C- 40·C 

6000 mAh UPo 2S 

Tablets and smaltphones 

FCC: 20 dbm; CE: 16 dbm 

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Capacity 

Voltage 

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Energy 

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Operat1nq Temperature 

Max. Charg1no Power 

4480 rnAh 

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365 g 

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A£rcraft Status Indicator Description 

Normal 

·R G Y ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively 

Turning on and Self-Diagnostics 

G: ::Y ...... Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Atrcraft Warn11ng Up 

:'i3 ...... G reen Flashes Slowly 

·13 X2 ...... Green Flashes Twtce 

Y ...... Yellovv Flashes Slowly 

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

Safe to Ry (P-mode wrth Vision Posrtm tng but Without GPS) 

Safe to Fly 

(A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) 

Warning 

Y" ...... Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost 

R ...... Slow Red Flashtng Low Battery Warntng 

·13 ·· ··· ·Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning 

R· ...... Red Flashtng Alternatively IMU Error 

'R' -Solid Red Critical Error 

R Y ...... Red and Yellow Flash Alternattvely Compass Calibratton Requ1recl 

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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 mode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: 

Course Lock (CL) 

Home Lock (HL)' 

F'o:nt of Interest (POl)' 

The nose cllrec!IOn. at the t1me that CL IS set wtll rema1n the torwarct direct1on 

regardless of how the onentat1011 and pos1t!o11 of t1 1e <Wcraft changes Th1s will 

rem<un f1xed unt1l you reset 1t or ex1t CL rnode 

Record a Home Point (HPJ and enter HL mode. The forward and backward 

controls will move the aircraft farther from and closer to the established Home 

Pont, regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft change~. 

Po1nt ol Interest Record a po1nt of 1nterest (POl) The a1rcratt can then CirCle 

around the POl and the 110se w1ll always po1nts toward the POl 

:\;); *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are coming soon 

IOC Requirements 

IOC is only available under the follovting conditions: 

Modes IOC 

Course Lock 

Home Lock 

POl 

Using IOC 

GPS enabled 

No 

Yes 

Yes 

GPS counts Flight D1stance Limits 

None None 

~ ., Ancraft ~ Horne Po1nt 

~., . Aircraft Po int of Interest 

Toggle the Flight Mode Switch F-mode and follow the instructions prompted on the OJI 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 Information 

FCC Warning Message 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party rt:sponsible 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 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. 

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 2Dcm between the radiator& 

your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or 

transmitter. 

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class 8 digital device, 

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are desig ned to provide reasonable protection 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 communications. 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 encouraged to try to correct 

the interference by one or more of the following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 

- Consult the dealer or an 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 present areil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. 

L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes 

( 1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et 

(2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est 
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suscep1ible d'en compromettre le fonc1ionnemen1. 

IC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

This equipmen1 complies wi1h IC RF radia1ion exposure limi1s se1 forth for an uncon1rolled environment 

This 1ransmitter mus1 no1 be co-loca1ed 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. 

1-.ny Changes or mcdifications no1 expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could 

void 1he user's authority to operate the equipment 

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