PHANTOM 2 VISION+ 

User Manual [v1.s J 

2015.01 
Phantom 2 Vision + User Manual : V1.R ) 2015.01 

Please read this manual carefully before using the product. 

Important Safety Notice 

Use your Phantom carefully. It contains sensitive electronic components and may be damaged when dropped , crashed 

or exposed to water. Never fly a damaged Phantom. 

Maintenance 

Do not open or attempt to repair Phantom by yourself as doing so may cause damage to the Phantom or cause injury. If 

the Phantom is not operating normally or has come into contact with liquid, contact a DJI authorized dealer or DJI customer 

service. Leam more at www.dji.corntsupport 

Battery 

Never disassemble, pinch, crush, bum, drop or tread on the OJI smart flight battery. Never short or allow the metal contacts 

on the battery terminal to touch. Do not expose batteries to extreme temperatures. Always use the DJI approved charger to 

charge the battery. Keep the DJI battery away from children and store it in a cool, dry place. 

Please read the Disclaimer before using your Phantom 2 Vision+. 

Using This Manual 

Key 

0 Warning ~ Important 

Important 

-:\); Hints and Tips ffj References or Definitions 

Except when specifically stated, all descriptions in this manual are for Phantom mode, not Naza-M mode. 

Before Flight 

The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensure you to make full use of your Phantom 2 Vision+. 

( 1) Disclaimer 

(2) Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide 

(3) Phantom 2 Vision+ User Manual 

(4) Phantom Pilot Training Guide 

Watching all the tutorial videos and reading the Disclaimer before flight is recommended . Afterwards, prepare your first 

flight using the Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide. Improve your flying skills in subsequent flights using the Phantom 

Pilot Training Guide. Refer to this manual for more comprehensive information. Experienced users, particularly those with 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision experience should skip to the Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide to begin preparing for flight. 

Watch the Tutorial Videos 

Please watch the tutorial videos below to learn how to use Phantom 2 Vision+ 

correctly and safely. 

http://www.dji.com/phantom2visionplus/training/ 

Phantom 2 Vision+ official tutorial videos 

Download DJI VISION App 

Download and install the DJI VISION App. Choose one of the download methods below. 

Search "DJI VISION" on the App Store then follow instructions for iOS version. 

Search "DJI VISION" on Google Play then follow instructions for Android version. 

~ Gct1ton 

~ Googk- play 

iOS6.1 or above Android 4 .0 or above 

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Contents 

Important Safety Notice 2 5.2 Power on the Remote Controller 17 

Using This Manual 5.3 Remote Controller Power LED Status 

Key 2 Information 17 

Important 2 5.4 Battery Level Indicator 17 

Before Flight 2 5.5 Antenna Orientation 17 

Watch the Tutorial Videos 2 5.6 Remote Controller Operation 18 

Download DJI VISION App 2 5.7 Linking the Remote Controller and 

Overview Receiver 19 

1 In the Box 5 Linking Procedures 19 

2 Introduction 6 Link Indicator 19 

Assembly and Use 5.8 Compliance Version Configuration 19 

1 Removing Gimbal Clamp 7 6 Preparing the Range Extender 20 

2 Preparing the Battery 7 6.1 Introduction 20 

2. 1 DJI Smart Flight Battery 7 SYSTEM Indicator 20 

2.2 Usages 8 POWER Indicator 20 

2.3 Charging the Flight Battery 9 Binding Reset Button 20 

2.4 Battery Installation 10 6.2 Using Range Extender 20 

2.5 Correct Battery Usage Notes 10 Charging the Range Extender 20 

3 Preparing the Phantom 2 Vision+ 11 Powering on the Range Extender 21 

3. 1 Introduction 11 Checking the Battery Level 21 

3.2 Built-in Flight Control System 11 6.3 Rename Range Extender SSID 21 

FC Assistant Port 11 6.4 Binding the Phantom 2 Vision+ and 

3.3 LED Flight Indicator Descriptions 12 Range Extender 21 

3.4 3-axial Stabilized Gimbal 12 7 Downloading and Installing the 

Anti-drop Kit 13 DJI VISION App 22 

Micro-SO Slot 13 7.1 Download and Install 22 

Gimbal Error Warnings 13 7.2 Register and Login 23 

3.5 Camera 14 [ 1] Register 23 

Lens cap removal 14 [2] Login 23 

Camera Function Buttons 14 [3] Usage tips 23 

Camera Data Port 14 8 Connecting the Camera 24 

Camera LED Indicator 15 8.1 Connecting Procedures 24 

4 Attaching the Propellers 15 Wi-Fi Computer Connection Status 

4.1 Introduction 15 Description 24 

4.2 Assembly 15 Flight 

4.3 Removing the Propellers 16 Flight Environment Requirements 25 

4.4 Notes 16 Preflight Checklist 25 

5 Preparing the Remote Controller 16 1 Calibrating the Compass 25 

5. 1 The Remote Controller 17 1.1 Calibration Procedures 25 

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1.2 When to Recalibrate 26 [14] Hide or Show Flight Parameters 35 

2 Starting/Stopping the Motors 26 [15] Rear LED Flight Indicator Status 35 

2.1 Starting Motors 26 3 Camera Settings 35 

2.2 Stopping Motors 26 [ 1] Capture Mode 35 

3 Flight Test 26 [2] Photo Size 36 

3. 1Take off/Landing Procedures 26 [3] Video Resolution 36 

3.2 Video Suggestions and Tips 27 [4] Photo Format 36 

4 Failsafe Function 27 [5] Selectable ISO 36 

4.1 When Will Failsafe Activate? 27 [6] White Balance 36 

4.2 Failsafe Procedure 27 [7] Exposure Metering 36 

Failsafe on the OJI VISION App 28 [8] Exposure Compensation 37 

4.3 Regaining Control During Failsafe [9] Sharpness 37 

Procedures 28 [ 1 0] Anti-flicker 37 

5 Low Battery Level Warning Function 28 [ 11] Restore Defaults 37 

Low Battery Level Warning on the DJI [ 12] Format Micro-SO Card 37 

VISION App 29 4 Album Page 37 

6 Flight Limits 30 4.1 SO Card Album 37 

6.1 Max Height & Radius Limits 30 4.2 Mobile Device Photo Album 38 

6.2 Flight Restriction of Restricted Areas 30 5 News Page 39 

6.3 Conditions of Flight Limits 32 6 Settings Page 39 

6.4 Disclaimer 32 7 Ground Station 42 

OJ I VIS ION App Usage 7.1 Ground Station GUI 42 

I DJI VISION App Main Menu 32 7.2 Using Ground Station 43 

2 Camera Page 33 PC I MAC Assistant 

[1 ] Return 33 1 Installing Driver and Phantom 2 Vision+ 

[2] Camera Pitch Control 33 Assistant 45 

Normal Mode 33 1.1 Installing and Running on Windows 45 

Accelerometer Sensor Mode 33 1.2 Installing and Running on Mac OS X 45 

[3] Flight Attitude and Radar Function 34 2 Using Assistant 46 

[4] Flight Parameters 34 2.1 Using the Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant 46 

[5] Wi-Fi Signal Strength 34 2.2 Rrrnware Upgrade of the Phantom 2 Vision+ 46 

[6] Flight Battery Level 34 2.3 Using the Phantom RC Assistant 47 

[7] Aircraft GPS Status 34 Appendix 

[8] Micro-SO Card Status 34 I Rear LED Flight Indicator Status 48 

[9] Range Extender Battery Level 34 2 Specifications 48 

[10] Remaining Shots 34 3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) 49 

[ 11] Shutter Button 35 

[ 12] Video Recording Button 35 

[ 13] Camera Settings 35 

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Overview 

The Phantom 2 Vision+ is the next evolution of the Phantom 2 Vision. It features the same App enabled First Person View 

(FPV), high performance camera, remote camera control and in-flight content sharing, but adds to it a high performance 

3- axial camera stabilization system. It is ideal for aerial creativity whether photo or video. In addition, it provides ground 

station function which allows users to plan the flight mission and enables aircraft to flight automatically. 

E[j FPV: First Person View, see the world from the perspective of the craft and feel a true flying experience. 

1 In the Box 

Check that all of the following items have been included in your package before use. If anything is missing, please 

contact your local dealer. 

NO. Name Picture 

Aircraft 

2 Propeller Pairs 

3 Micro-SO Card 

4 Lens Cap 8 ' 

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5 Gimbal Clamp 

6 Prop Wrench 0) 

7 Remote Controller 

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OJI Smart Flight 

Battery Wnnn1 

9 Charger p-~-~·®lh 

10 Power Cables 

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11 Plug Adaptors ~ 

12 Micro-USB Cable J8) 

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Integrated gimbal and camera 

4 4 with black nut, 4 with grey 

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Inserted in aircraft Micro-SO slot 

Fixed to camera lens 

Attached to the gimbal 

In maintenance packet 

Includes attached Phone Holder and 

Range Extender 

Inside aircraft 

110-240V Adaptive 

GB&CE 

SAA&BS 

For range extender charging and 

firmware upgrade 

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13 Manuals 

14 Stickers 

15 Vibration Absorber 

16 Anti-drop Kit 

17 Spare Screws 

18 Landing Pad 

2 Introduction 

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Including: Disclaimer, Phantom Pilot 

Training Guide. Phantom 2 Vision+ Quick 

Start Guide, User Manual 

Colors: Pink, Blue 

In maintenance packet 

In maintenance packet 

In maintenance packet M3X5(6pcs); 

M3X8(5pcs) 

In maintenance packet 

The Phantom 2 Vision+ package includes: Phantom, Camera, Gimbal, Propulsion System, Flight Control System, 

Remote Controller and Wi-Fi Communication System. 5.8 GHz Remote Controller Receiver, Flight Control System and 2.4 

GHz Wi-Fi Module are inside the Phantom. 

Remote Controller 

5.8GHz 

Outside 

2 sticks, 7 channels 

3-axial Stabilized Gimbal 

Camera 

Motors and Props 

~--- Mobile Device. 

with DJI VISION App 

Mobile Device Holder 

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Working Modes 

Phantom-Ready to Fly and Ready 

to Fly(non-GPS) 

NAZA-M-GPS, ATTI , Manual and 

Failsafe 

Figure 1 

Inside 

Flight Control System 

2.4GHz Wi-Fi Module 

5.8GHz Receiver 

Electronic Speed 

Controls( ESCs) 
Assembly and Use 

t >: Choose between Phantom and Naza-M working modes using Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant. If using Naza-M 

mode, please refer to the NAZA-M V2 Quick Start Manual for related instructions. 

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cp • Phantom: Flight settings will be selected automatically depending on whether 6 or more satellites have been 

found. This mode allows users to configure the Remote Controller and gain values. and use Failsafe and battery 

level warnings. 

• Naza-M: Flight settings will be identical to the Naza-M V2. Users can choose between GPS, Attitude, or Manual 

mode. They can also access advanced settings including Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC). Rear LED Flight 

Indicators will display the flight status according to the Naza-M indicator. 

• Ready to Fly: When 6 or more GPS satellites have been found, the Flight Control System will lock its home point 

and Rear LED Flight Indicators will blink a slow green (.(G;: ·····").This mode is ideal for beginners. 

• Ready to Fly (non-GPS): When less than 6 GPS satellites have been found, the Flight Control System will 

stabilize itself less than in full Ready to Fly mode and will require more skilled flying. Rear LED Flight Indicators 

wil l blink a slow yellow ct:{;: ..... ·). 

Assembly and Use 

Follow the below instructions to prepare for flight. 

1 Removing Gimbal Clamp 

Pull gimbal clamp in the direction indicated to remove. 

Figure 2 

2 Preparing the Battery 

0 To avoid damage to the gimbal, remove Gimbal Clamp 

before powering up the Phantom. 

:C:J: Attach the Gimbal Clamp during transportation or long 

term storage to avoid damage. 

Ensure all related devices are fully charged before flying the Phantom 2 Vision+. 

Device 

Remote Controller 

Range Extender 

Aircraft (including gimbal and camera) 

Mobile Device 

2.1 DJI Smart Flight Battery 

Power supply 

2000mAh rechargeable LiPo battery 

Charge fully through Micro-USB slot. See Charging the Range 

Extender (Page 20) for details. 

DJI Smart Flight Battery. 

Fully charge before using the DJI VISION App. 

This battery has been specially designed for the Phantom 2 series. It has a battery capacity of 5200mAh, voltage of 

11.1V and charge-discharge management functionality. It can only be charged with a DJI charger or Phantom 2 Car 

Charger. 

Smart Flight Battery 

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DJI Charger 

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DJ I Smart Flight Batte ry Funct ions 

(1) Balance Charging 

(2) Capacity Display 

(3) Communication 

(4) Overcharge Protection 

(5) Over Discharge Protection 

(6) Short Circuit Protection 

(7) Sleep Protection 

(8) Charging Temperature Detection 

Battery Specifications 

Type 

Capacity 

Charging Environment Temperature 

Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell during charging. 

Displays current battery levels. 

Communicates with Flight Controller about battery voltage, capacity, current and 

other relevant information. 

Charging stops automatically when battery voltage reaches 12.8V to prevent 

overcharge damage. 

Discharging stops automatically when battery voltage reaches 8.4V to prevent 

over discharge damage. 

Automatically cuts power supply when a short circuit is detected. 

Sleep mode is entered after 10 minutes of inactivity to save power. 

The battery will charge only when the temperature is between oac (32°F) and 

40°C (104°F). 

LiPo 

11.1V, 5200mAh 

0°C-40°C 

Discharging Environment Temperature 

Charging/Discharging Environment Relative Humidity 

- 20°C-50"C 

<80% 

& Please read the user manual, disclaimer, and battery warnings before use. Users take full responsibility for all 

operations and usage. 

2.2 Usages 

Powering on/off 

Powering on: Press Circular Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power on. Power Light will 

go red and Battery Level Indicators will show the current battery level. 

Powering off: Press Circular Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. Battery Level 

Indicators will all go out. 

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Checking the battery level 

When the battery is powered off, press the Circular Power Button once. Battery Level Indicators will light up to show 

battery level. See below for details. 

EJ:I Battery Level Indicators will show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are 

defined below. 

0 LED is on (Q LED blinks 

0 LED is off 

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LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery level 

0 0 0 0 87.5%- 100% 

0 0 0 n 75%-87.5% 

0 0 0 0 62.5%-75% 

0 0 D' 0 50%-62.5% 

0 0 0 0 37.5%-50% 

0 n . - 0 0 25%-37.5% 

0 0 0 0 12.5%-25% 

·n -- 0 0 0 0%-12.5% 

0 0 0 0 <0% 

Battery life 

When the battery is powered off, press and hold the Circular Power Button for 5 seconds to check battery life. Battery 

Level Indicators will show light up and the Battery Power Indicators will blink for 10 seconds. All lights will then turn off. 

For details, please see below. 

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Battery life 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery life 

0 0 0 0 90%-100% 

0 0 0 n 80%-90% 

0 0 0 0 70%-80% 

0 0 n 0 60%-70% 

0 0 0 0 50%-60% 

0 .. u 0 0 40%-50% 

0 0 0 0 30%-40% 

a 0 0 0 20%-30% 

0 0 0 0 Less than 20% 

6 When batter life reaches 0, it is no longer operational. 

EEJ More battery information is available in the battery tab of the Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant. 

2.3 Charging the Flight Battery 

( 1) Connect charger to wall socket ( 1 00-240V, 50/60Hz, using the Plug Adaptors if necessary). 

(2) Connect battery to charger. If the current capacity of the battery is over 75%, you should turn it on before beginning 

to charge. 

(3) Battery Level Indicators will display current capacity level as the battery charges. 

(4) Battery is fully charged when Battery Level indicator lights are off. Disconnect the charger and battery when charging 

is complete. 

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Charging process 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery level 

rr D D D 0%-25% 

n -- n -- D D 25%-50% 

:U n D D 50%-75% 

n -- li -. li n 75%-100% 

0 D D D Fully charged 

:_(;;: The Smart Flight Battery can be charged using an optional Phantom 2 Car Charger. This can charge the battery 

in-car or through 3S-6S Li-Po batteries. Contact your authorized dealer or DJI customer service for details. 

& • Battery should only be charged with the charger provided by DJL DJI does not take any responsibi lity for 

damage caused by third party chargers. 

•If current battery level is over 75%, the battery should be turned on before charging_ 

2.4 Battery Installation 

Push battery into battery compartment according to the below diagram. When you hear a click, the battery has been 

properly installed. 

& An incorrectly installed battery may cause 

• Bad contact, 

• Unavailable battery information, 

• Unsafe flight, 

• Inability to take off. 

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2.5 Correct Battery Usage Notes 

(1) When the battery is turned on, do not connect it to or disconnect it from the Phantom. 

(2) Charge and discharge the battery completely once every 20 charge/discharge cycles. Discharge the battery until 

there is less than 8% power or until it can no longer be turned on, then recharge it to maximum capacity. This power 

cycling procedure will optimize the battery. 

(3) For long term storage, place the battery with only a 40-50% charge in a strong battery box. Discharge and charge 

the battery once every 3 months to keep it in good condition. Charge amount should be varied in these maintenance 

charges - ( 40%- 50% )--0%-1 00%-( 40%-50% ). 

(4) Purchase a new battery after your current battery has been discharged over 300 times. Completely discharge a 

battery prior to disposal. Please dispose of batteries properly. 

(5) Purchase a new battery if your current battery swells up or is damaged in any way. 

(6) Never recharge or fly with a battery that is swollen or damaged in any way. 

(7) Never charge batteries unattended. Always charge batteries on a non-flammable surface such as concrete and 

never near any flammable materials. 

(8) Safety is extremely important. For more information, please see the Disclaimer. 

:\}: Discharging methods: 

Slow: Place battery in Phantom and turn on. Leave on until there is less than 8% of power left or until the battery 

can no longer be turned on. See DJI VISION App for battery levels. Motors do not need to be turned on, 

reducing wear. 

Fast: Fly the Phantom outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left or until the battery can no longer be 

turned on. 

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