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PHANTOM 2 User Manual V1.4 

For PHANTOM 2 Flight Controller Firmware version V3.10

& PHANTOM 2 Assistant version V3.8

& PHANTOM RC Assistant version V1.1

2015.01

Congratulations on purchasing your new DJI product. Please thoroughly read the entire contents of this manual to 

fully use and understand the product.

It is advised that you regularly check the PHANTOM 2’s product page at www.dji.com which is updated on a 

regular basis. This will provide services such as product information, technical updates and manual corrections. Due 

to any unforeseen changes or product upgrades, the information contained within this manual is subject to change 

without notice.

DJI and PHANTOM 2 are registered trademarks of DJI. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual are 

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Content 

CONTENT........................................................................................................................2

IN THE BOX.....................................................................................................................4

LEGEND ..........................................................................................................................4

1. PHANTOM 2 AIRCRAFT ...............................................................................................5

1.1 BUILT-IN FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................5

1.2 CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS...........................................................................5

Important Notes of Using with Other DJI Products........................................................6

Connections with Other DJI Products.............................................................................7

1.3 LED FLIGHT INDICATORS DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................11

1.4 NOTES FOR PHANTOM 2 USING WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS ................................................12

2 PROPELLERS...............................................................................................................13

2.1 ASSEMBLY.....................................................................................................................13

2.2 DISASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................13

2.3 NOTES .........................................................................................................................13

3 REMOTE CONTROLLER...............................................................................................14

3.1 POWER ON THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ...............................................................................14

3.2 REMOTE CONTROLLER LED INDICATOR STATUS ....................................................................15

3.2.1 Remote Controller Power LED Indicator Status...................................................15

3.2.2 Remote Controller Battery Level Indicator Status ...............................................15

3.3 ANTENNA ORIENTATION ..................................................................................................16

3.4 REMOTE CONTROLLER OPERATION ....................................................................................16

3.5 LINKING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER & BUILT-IN RECEIVER......................................................18

4 INTELLIGENT BATTERY ...............................................................................................19

4.1 CHARGING PROCEDURES..................................................................................................19

4.2 INSTALL THE BATTERY ......................................................................................................20

4.3 BATTERY USAGE.............................................................................................................20

4.4 DESCRIPTION OF THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR...................................................................21

4.5 CORRECT BATTERY USAGE NOTES ......................................................................................22

5 CALIBRATING THE COMPASS......................................................................................23
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5.1 CALIBRATION WARNINGS .................................................................................................23

5.2 CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ..............................................................................................23

5.3 WHEN RECALIBRATION IS REQUIRED...................................................................................23

6 FLIGHT .......................................................................................................................24

6.1 FLYING ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS ..............................................................................24

6.2 STARTING THE MOTORS...................................................................................................24

6.3 TAKEOFF/LANDING PROCEDURES.......................................................................................24

6.4 FAILSAFE FUNCTION........................................................................................................25

6.5 LOW BATTERY CAPACITY WARNING FUNCTION.....................................................................27

6.6 FLIGHT LIMITS FUNCTION.................................................................................................27

Max Height & Radius Limits.........................................................................................27

6.7 FLIGHT LIMITS OF SPECIAL AREAS ......................................................................................28

6.8 CONDITIONS OF FLIGHT LIMITS .........................................................................................30

Disclaimer.....................................................................................................................30

7 ASSISTANT INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION ......................................................31

7.1 INSTALLING DRIVER AND PHANTOM 2 ASSISTANT...............................................................31

7.2 USING THE PHANTOM 2 ASSISTANT ON A PC....................................................................32

7.3 FIRMWARE UPGRADE OF PHANTOM 2 .............................................................................33

7.4 PHANTOM RC ASSISTANT DESCRIPTION...........................................................................33

8 APPENDIX..................................................................................................................35

8.1 SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................35

8.2 LED FLIGHT INDICATORS DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................35

 
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In the Box 

PHANTOM 2 Remote Controller-2.4GHz Propeller Pair

Intelligent Battery Charger Plug Set

Screwdriver Assistant Wrench Cables

Micro-USB Cable Screws Accessories Box

 

Legend

Forbidden(Important) Caution Tip Reference
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1 PHANTOM 2 Aircraft

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Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2

[1]Propeller [2]Motor [3]Front Side [4]Front LEDs [5]Micro-USB Port [6]Landing Gear [7]Receiver 

Antenna [8]CAN-Bus Connector [9]LED Flight Indicators [10]DJI Intelligent Battery [11]Compass

1.1 Built-in Flight Control System Instructions

The built-in flight control system is used to control the entire aircraft’s functions in flight such as Pitch (forwards 

and backwards), Roll (left and right), Elevator (up and down) and Yaw (turn left or right). The flight controller 

contains the MC (Main Controller), IMU, GPS, compass, receiver.

The IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) has a built-in inertial sensor and a barometric altimeter that measures both 

attitude and altitude. The compass reads geomagnetic information which assists the GPS (Global Position System) 

to accurately calculate the aircrafts position and height in order to lock the aircraft in a stable hover. The receiver is 

used to communicate with the remote controller and the MC acts as the brains of the complete flight control 

system connecting and controlling all the modules together.

The PHANTOM 2 can be configured in the Assistant, by choosing Naza-M mode or Phantom 2 mode. 

This manual is for Phantom 2 mode. Please refer to the Naza-M V2 Quick Start Manual for more 

information.

1.2 Connections with Other DJI Products

PHANTOM 2 is compatible with other DJI products, including ZENMUSE H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal,iOSD mini,

iOSD Mark II. Below are connections for these products and wireless video transmission module.

Compass Gimbal Mounting Position Mount the H3-2D/H3-3D gimbal using 4 screws.

CAN-Bus Connector

Video Cable To the iOSD module or wireless video transmission module. 8-Pin Cable To the G8 port on the H3-2D/H3-3D gimbal.

5-Pin Cable To the compass.

Figure 1-3
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Important Notes of Using with Other DJI Products 

(1) The video cable can provide power for the wireless video transmission module with a battery voltage 

(11.1V~12.6V) and a maximum current 2A.

(2) Make sure the working current of the wireless video transmission module you connect can work with an 

operational voltage between 11.1V~12.6V and the total working current of the iOSD and wireless video 

transmission module is under 2A, as an overcurrent will damage the central board’s components. If the 

total current exceeds 2A, please be sure to provide power supplied from a separate power source for the 

wireless video transmission module.

(3) PHANTOM 2 uses a 2.4GHz RC system. To avoid communication interference, it’s not recommended to 

use other 2.4GHz devices (including 2.4G Wi-Fi or 2.4G wireless video transmission module) except the

2.4G Bluetooth and 2.4G Datalink.

(4) Be sure to keep the wireless video transmission module and other communicating devices away from the 

compass during installation and connection to avoid interference.

(5) To improve the compatibility with ZENMUSE gimbals, the latest factory deliveries of PHANTOM 2 has 

updated to the Version 2 shown below. H3-2D/H3-3D gimbal can be directly installed for the Version 2 

while for Version 1, a H3-3D adapter kit (coming soon) is required to install the H3-3D gimbal.

Version 1 Gimbal Mounting Position

Version 2 Gimbal Mounting Position

Figure 1-4

(6) When using the H3-3D gimbal, please connect the 8-Pin cable of PHANTOM 2 to the G8 port of H3-3D 

shown below.

Figure 1-5
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Connections with Other DJI Products 

(1) Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal and wireless video transmission module, the figure below uses 

H3-2D as an example.

ZENMUSE H3-2D

Compass

VIDEO VIDEO GND

Batt+ Wireless Batt- video transmission module Transmitter

Description of the Video Cable (sequence by color) VIDEO GND VBat+

VIDEO

GND

Figure 1-6

(2) Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD mini and wireless video transmission module, the figure 

below uses H3-2D as an example.

ZENMUSE H3-2D

Compass CAN-Bus Connector

VIDEO GND VBat+ GND VIDEO GND VIDEO

Batt+ Batt- VIDEO

DJI

Description of the Video Cable (sequence by color) Wireless video transmission module Transmitter

Figure 1-7
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(3) Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD mini and DJI specified wireless video transmission module 

AVL58, the figure below uses H3-2D as an example.

ZENMUSE H3-2D

Compass

DJI

DJI specified wireless video transmission module AVL58 Transmitter

CAN-Bus connector

VIDEO GND VBat+ GND

VIDEO Description of the Video Cable (sequence by color)

 

Figure 1-8

We recommend connecting the VBat+ port of the video cable to the two BATT+ ports of the AVL58 

simultaneously. The same is true of the GND port of the video cable and two BATT- ports.

 

(4) Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD Mark II and wireless video transmission module, the figure 

below uses H3-2D as an example.
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ZENMUSE H3-2D

VBat+ GND

VIDEO

DJI

VIDEO GND Wireless video transmission module Transmitter specified by DJI(AVL58) OR Other wireless video transmission module Transmitter

CAN-Bus Connector Compass

Description of the Video Cable (sequence by color)

Figure 1-9

The diagram below illustrates the conneciton between the iOSD Mark II and the wireless video transmission module.

iOSD Mark II Other wireless video transmission module Transmitter VIDEO GND VIDEO

BATT- Batt- BATT- BATT+ BATT+ UART UART AV-OUT AV-GND

Batt- Batt+ Batt+

Wireless video transmission module AVL58 Transmitter specified by DJI iOSD Mark II

AV-OUT AV-GND

BATT- BATT- BATT+ BATT+ UART UART

Use the 8-Pin cable in the iOSD Mark II package when connecting to the DJI specified wireless video 

transmission module AVL58.

 

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iPad Ground Station iPad Ground Station

+ -

3S-6S Battery 3S-6S Battery

Air End Ground End

Figure 1-10

Connect the Air End of 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink to a spared CAN-Bus port of iOSD if an iOSD is used.

(6) Using the PC Ground Station 

Air End Ground End

PC Ground Station

Figure 1-11
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1.3 LED Flight Indicators Description

1. LED flight indicators are used to show the aircraft’s current status. Once powered on, the indicators will light 

up. 

LED flight indicators

Aircraft in Normal status Descriptions 

Power On Self-Test

Warming Up & Aircraft cannot take off during warming up

Ready to Fly

Ready to Fly (non-GPS)

Aircraft in abnormal status Warnings and errors

Remote Controller Signal Lost

1

st Level Low Battery Capacity Warning

2

nd Level Low Battery Capacity Warning

Not Stationary or Sensor Bias is too big

Errors & Aircraft cannot fly.

Compass data abnormal because of ferro-magnetic interference or 

the compass needs calibration. 

(1) The LED indicators diagram above are for Phantom 2 mode. In Naza-M mode, LED indicators 

will work according to the Naza-M flight control system.

(2) Connect to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant for detailed information about warnings and errors.

2. The front LEDs are for indicating where the nose of the aircraft is. They light up solid red only after the motors 

have spooled up.

The front LEDs
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1.4 Notes for PHANTOM 2 using with other DJI products

Before using PHANTOM 2 with other DJI products, users should connecting the products correctly and upgrade 

the firmware as requirements below .

Items to upgrade Firmware versions required Assistant for upgrading Assistant version 

P330CB (built-in 

central board)

V1.0.1.19 or above PHANTOM 2 V1.08 or above

Zenmuse H3-2D CMU V1.0,IMU V1.6 or above PHANTOM 2 V1.08 or above

iOSD Mark II V3.01 or above iOSD V4.0 or above

iOSD mini V1.06 or above iOSD V4.0 or above

*The iOSD Assistant is applied to both iOSD Mark II and iOSD mini.
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2 Propellers 

PHANTOM 2 uses the original 9-inch propellers which are classified by the color of each central nut. Damaged 

propellers should be replaced by purchasing new ones if necessary.

Propellers Grey Nut (9450) Black Nut (9450 R)

Diagram

Assembly Location

Attach to the motor thread that does 

not have a black dot.

Attach to the motor thread that has a

black dot.

Fastening/Un-fastening 

Instructions

Lock: Tighten the propeller in this direction.

Unlock: Remove the propeller in this direction.

2.1 Assembly 

1. (Figure 2-1)Remove the four warning cards from the motors after you’ve read them.

2. (Figure 2-2)Prepare the two grey nut propellers and two black nut propellers. Make sure to match the 

black nut propellers with the correctly marked black dot motors. Tighten the propellers according to the 

fastening instructions.

 

Figure 2-1 Figure 2-2 Figure2-3

2.2 Disassembly 

(Figure 2-3)Keep the motor deadlocked in place with the assistant wrench (or one hand) and remove the 

propeller according to the un-fastening instructions.

2.3 Notes

1. Propellers are self tightening during flight. DO NOT use any thread locker on the threads.

2. Make sure to match the propeller nut colors with the corresponding motors.

3. It is advised to wear protective gloves during propeller assembly and removal.

4. Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight.

5. Check that all propellers are in good condition before flight. DO NOT use any ageing, chipped, or broken 

propellers.

6. To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch the propellers or motors when they are spinning.

7. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience.
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3 Remote Controller

The PHANTOM 2 remote controller can be configured in the PHANTOM RC Assistant. The sticks mode is Mode 2 

on delivery.

For upgraded remote controller (models: NDJ6 or NRC900), select “Upgrade Version” in Phantom Assistant. 

For basic remote controller (models: DJ6 or RC900), select “Basic Version” in Phantom Assistant.

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J2

J1

J3

J4 [7]

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Figure 3-1 Figure 3-2 

[1]Antenna [2]Carrying Handle [3]Left Dial [4]3-Position Switch S1 [5]3-Position Switch S2 [6]Joystick1(J1;J2)

[7]Joystick2(J3;J4) [8]Neck Strap Attachment [9]Power Switch [10]Power Indicator

[11]Battery Level Indicators LED1/LED2/LED3/LED4 (from left to right) [12]Trainer Port

[13]Battery Charge & RC Assistant Port (micro-USB port) [14] Potentiometer

3.1 Power on the Remote Controller

1. Set the S1 and S2 switches to the upper most position and ensure both joysticks are at 

the mid-point position. Then toggle on the power switch.

2. Push the power switch to the right to power on the remote controller. If the power LED 

indicator is solid on, the remote controller is functioning normally. The battery level 

indicators display the current battery level.

1. Please make sure the battery level of remote controller is enough. If the low voltage warning alert 

sounds (refer to <Remote Controller Power LED Indicator Status>), please recharge the battery as soon 

as possible.

2. Charge the remote controller’s battery by using the included micro-USB cable. Using the incorrect 

type of charging cable may cause damage.

3. Turn off the remote controller before charging. The power LED indicator will display solid red when 

charging is in progress. The LED indicators will display solid green when the battery is fully charged.
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3.2 Remote Controller LED Indicator Status 

3.2.1 Remote Controller Power LED Indicator Status 

Power LED Indicator Sound Remote Controller Status 

 None Functioning normally. 

 None Charging( remote controller is powered off)

 None Remote controller joysticks calibration error, need to be re-calibrate.

 BB---BB---BB Low voltage (from 3.5V-3.53V), recharge the remote controller.

 B-B-B...... 

Critical low voltage (from 3.45V-3.5V). Recharge the remote 

controller immediately.

 B--B--B...... 

Alert will sound after 15 minutes of inactivity. It will stop once you 

start using the remote controller. 

The remote controller will power off automatically when battery voltage drops below 3.45V. Land and 

recharge the battery as soon as possible when the low voltage alert occurs to avoid loss of control 

during flight.

3.2.2 Remote Controller Battery Level Indicator Status 

The battery level indicators will show the current battery level during both the discharging process. The following is 

a description of the indicators.

: The LED is solid on : The LED will blink regularly

: The LED is light off

Discharging process 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery level 

75%~100%

50%~75%

25%~50%

12.5%~25%

0%~12.5%

<0%
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3.3 Antenna Orientation

The remote controller’s antenna should point skywards without obstructions for maximum communication range 

during flight.

Figure 3-3

3.4 Remote Controller Operation

The operations of remote controller are based on mode 2 stick configuration.

Definitions 

The ‘stick neutral’ positions and ‘stick released’ mean the control sticks of the remote controller are placed at

the central position. 

To ‘move the stick’ means that the stick of remote controller is pushed away from the central position.

Slide Lever is used for the pitch control of the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal. 

Remote 

Controller 

(Mode 2)

Aircraft 

( nose direction)

Operation details 

The throttle stick controls aircraft altitude/elevation. 

Push the stick up and the aircraft will rise.

Pull the stick down and the aircraft will descend.

The aircraft will automatically hover and hold its 

altitude if the sticks are centered. 

Push the throttle stick above the centered (mid-point) 

position to make the aircraft take off. When flying, we 

suggest that you push the throttle stick slowly to 

prevent the aircraft from sudden and unexpected 

elevation changes.
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The yaw stick controls the aircraft rudder.

Push the stick left and the aircraft will rotate counter 

clock-wise. 

Push the stick right and the aircraft will rotate 

clock-wise. If the stick is centered, the aircraft will 

remain facing the same direction.

The yaw stick controls the rotating angular velocity of 

the aircraft. Pushing the stick further away from center 

results in a faster aircraft rotation velocity. 

The pitch stick controls the aircraft’s front & back tilt.

Push the stick up and the aircraft will tilt and fly 

forward. 

Pull the stick down and the aircraft will tilt and fly 

backward. The aircraft will keep level and straight if the 

stick is centered. 

Pushing or pulling the stick further away from center 

will result in a larger tilt angle (maximum of is 35 ̊) and 

faster flight velocity. 

The roll stick controls the aircraft’s left & right tilt.

Push the stick left and the aircraft will tilt and fly left. 

Push the stick right and the aircraft will tilt and fly right. 

The aircraft will keep level and straight if the stick is 

centered. 

Pushing the stick further away from center will result in 

a larger tilt angle (maximum of 35 ̊) and faster flight 

velocity. 

 

Position-1 Position-2 Position-3

S1 is for compass calibration. Toggle the S1 switch from 

position-1 to position-3 and back to position-1 at least 5 

times, which will force the aircraft to enter into

compass calibration mode.

Users can configure position 3(bottom position) of the 

S1 switch to trigger the Failsafe in the Assistant.

 

OFF Course Lock Home 

point Lock

S2 is the IOC mode switch. IOC (Intelligent 

Orientation Control) function can be enabled in the 

Assistant when in Naza-M mode. Only use the IOC 

function after you are familiar with flying. 
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The left dial controls the pitch of the H3-2D and H3-3D

gimbal. The position of left dial determines the pitch 

angle relative to the horizontal level.

Turn the left dial to the right to make the gimbal pitch 

up. 

Turn the left dial to the left to make the gimbal pitch 

down.

The gimbal will keep its current position if the dial is 

static.

(1) For ‘Ready to Fly’ the aircraft will hover when all sticks are released.

(2) For ‘Ready to Fly (non-GPS)’ the aircraft will only keep the altitude when all sticks are released.

3.5 Linking the Remote Controller & Built-in Receiver

PHANTOM 2 has a built-in receiver, the link button and indicator located on the bottom of the aircraft as illustrated 

in the Figure 3-4.

The link between the remote controller and aircraft is already established for you so you can initially skip this 

procedure. If you ever replace the remote controller, re-establishing the link is required.

Link button & Link indicator

Figure 3-4

Linking procedures 

1. Power on the PHANTOM 2.

2. Turn on the remote controller and place it 0.5m~1m away from the aircraft.

3. Push the link button with a thin object and hold it until the Link indicator blinks red, then release it.

4. When the Link indicator turns solid green, the link between the remote controller and the built-in receiver 

has been successfully established.

Link Indicator Status 

 

The remote controller is turned off and there is no 2.4GHz signal around, please turn 

on the remote controller. 

 The receiver is ready for linking. 

 There is 2.4GHz signal around but the remote controller is not linked with the receiver, 
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please carry out the linking procedures. 

 The remote controller is linked with the receiver successfully.

4 Intelligent Battery

The intelligent battery is specially designed for the PHANTOM 2, with a battery capacity of 5200mAh, voltage of 

11.1V and charge-discharge management functionality. The battery should only be charged with the DJI charger.

 

Intelligent Battery Charger 

DJI Intelligent Battery Functions 

(1) Balance Charging Automatically balance the voltage of each battery cell during charging.

(2) Capacity Display Display the current battery level.

(3) Communicating 

The main controller communicates with the battery via communication ports 

for battery voltage, capacity, current and other information.

(4) Overcharging Protection 

Charging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 12.8V to 

prevent overcharging damage.

(5) Over Discharging

Protection 

Discharging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 8.4V to 

prevent over discharging damage.

(6) Short Circuit Protection Automatically cuts off the power supply when a short circuit is detected.

(7) Sleep Protection

The battery will enter sleep mode after 10 minutes of inactivity to save 

power. The static current is 10nA in sleep mode when the battery is 

powered on without connecting to other devices.

(8) Charging Temperature 

Detection

The battery will charge only when its temperature is within 0°C~55°C. If the 

battery temperature is out of this range, the battery will stop charging.

(1) Before use, please read and follow the user manual, disclaimer, and the warnings on the battery. 

Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage.

(2) The battery should only be charged with the charger provided by DJI. DJI does not take any 

responsibility for operation of any charger from a third party.

4.1 Charging Procedures

1. Connect the charger to a wall socket (Use the plug set if necessary).

2. Connect the battery to the charger. If the current capacity of the battery is over 75%, you should power on 

the battery to begin charging.

3. The Battery Level indicators display current capacity level as the battery charges. Please refer to battery 
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level indicator description for details.

4. The battery is fully charged when the Battery Level indicator lights are off. Please disconnect the charger 

and battery when the charging is completed.

Wall Socket

4.2 Install the Battery

Push the battery into the battery compartment correctly as the following diagram shows. Make sure to push the 

battery into the compartment until you hear a ‘click’ sound.

Figure 4-1

An incorrectly inserted battery may cause one of the following to occur: (1) Bad contact. (2) Unavailable

battery information. (3) Unsafe for flight. (4) Unable to take off.

4.3 Battery Usage

Figure 4-2

(1) Checking the battery level: When the battery is powered off; pressing the battery power button once will 

indicate the current battery level. Refer to < Battery Level Indicator Description> for details.

(2) Powering on: When the battery is powered off; press the battery power button once and then press and hold for 

2 seconds to turn on the intelligent battery.

(3) Powering off: When the battery is powered on; press the battery power button once and then press and hold for 

2 seconds to turn off the intelligent battery.

LED3

LED4

Battery Power Button

(Built-in Battery Power Indicator)

LED2

LED1

Battery Level Indicator
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(4) Checking the battery life: When the battery is powered off; press and hold the battery power button for 5 

seconds to check the battery life. The battery level indicators will show the life and the battery power indicator 

will blink for 10 seconds, then all LEDs will light out and the intelligent battery will turn off. Refer to < Battery 

Level Indicator Description> for details.

More battery information is available in the battery tab of the PHANTOM 2 Assistant.

4.4 Description of the Battery Level Indicator 

The battery level indicators will show the current battery level during both the charging and discharging process as 

well as battery life. The following is a description of the indicators.

: The LED is solid on : The LED will blink regularly

: The LED is light off

Charging process 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery level 

0%~25%

25%~50%

50%~75%

75%~100%

Full charged

Discharging process 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current 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 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery life 

90%~100%
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80%~90%

70%~80%

60%~70%

50%~60%

40%~50%

30%~40%

20%~30%

Less than 20%

4.5 Correct Battery Usage Notes

1. Never plug or unplug the battery into the aircraft when it is powered on.

2. The battery should be charged in an environment that is between 0°C to 40°C, and be discharged in an

environment that is between -20°C to 50°C. Both charging and discharging should be in an environment

where the relative humidity is lower than 80%.

3. It’s recommended to charge and discharge the battery thoroughly once every 20 charge/discharge cycles. 

Users should discharge the battery until there is less than 8% power left or until the battery can no longer 

be turned on. Users should then fully recharge the battery to maximum capacity. This power cycling 

procedure will ensure the battery is working at its optimal level.

4. For long term storage please place the battery with only a 40~50% capacity in a strong battery box 

securely. We recommend discharging and charging the battery completely once every 3 months to keep it 

in good condition. The capacity should be varied in such a cycle (40%~50%)—0%—100%—(40%~50%).

5. It’s suggested you purchase a new battery after you have discharged your current battery over 300 times.

Please completely discharge a battery prior to disposal. 

6. It’s suggested that you purchase a new battery if the current battery is swollen or damaged in any way.

7. Never try to recharge or fly with a battery that is swollen or damaged in any way.

8. Never charge the battery unattended. Always charge the battery on a non-flammable surface such as 

concrete and never near any flammable materials.

9. Safety is extremely important and users can get more information in the DISCLAIMER.
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5 Calibrating the Compass

IMPORTANT: Make sure to perform the Compass Calibration procedures prior to the first flight.

The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference which causes abnormal compass data and leads to 

poor flight performance or even flight failure. Regular calibration of the compass enables the compass to perform at 

its optimal level.

5.1 Calibration Warnings

 

(1) DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a possibility for the existence of strong 

magnetic interference such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcement 

underground.

(2) DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones.

(3) Compass Calibration is very important; otherwise the flight control system will work abnormally.

5.2 Calibration Procedures

Please carry out the calibrating procedures in the flight field before flight. Please watch the quick start video of the 

PHANTOM 2 for more compass calibration details.

Normal LED

Quickly flip the switch S1 360o Rotate the aircraft horizontally 360o

Rotate the aircraft vertically (Nose downward) Position-1

Start horizontal calibration Start vertical calibration Succeed Fail

Position-1->Position-3->Position-1 Flip no less than 5 times Start cali

LED Flight Indicator

Position-1->Position-3->Position-1 Flip once

Position-3

LED Flight Indicator LED Flight Indicator

Re-calibrate Position-1 Position-3 5.3 When Recalibration is required

(1) When Compass Data is abnormal, the LED flight indicator will blink alternating between red and yellow.

(2) Last compass calibration was performed at a completely different flying field/location.

(3) The mechanical structure of the aircraft has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the compass.

(4) Evident drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the aircraft doesn’t fly in straight lines.
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6 Flight 

6.1 Flying Environment Requirements

 

(1) Before your first flight, please allow yourself some flight training (Using a flight simulator to 

practice flying, getting instruction from an experienced person, etc.).

(2) DO NOT fly in bad weather, such as rain or wind (more than moderate breeze) or fog.

(3) The flying field should be open and void of tall buildings or other obstacles; the steel structure 

within buildings may interfere with the compass.

(4) Keep the aircraft away from obstacles, crowds, power lines, trees, lakes and rivers etc.

(5) Try to avoid interference between the remote controller and other wireless equipment (No base 

stations or cell towers around).

(6) The flight control system will not work properly at the South Pole or North Pole.

(7) Never use the aircraft in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic 

lays and regulations.

6.2 Starting the Motors

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push the sticks according to one of the options 

below to start motors. Once the motors have started, release both sticks simultaneously. The same CSC is used to 

stop the motors.

A B C D

Figure 6-1

6.3 Takeoff/Landing Procedures

1. Start by placing the PHANTOM 2 on the ground with the battery level indicators facing you.

2. Turn on the remote controller.

3. Power on the aircraft by turning on the intelligent battery.

4. When LED flight indicator blinks green/yellow, the PHANTOM 2 is entering Ready to Fly/Ready to Fly 

(non-GPS) mode. Start the motors with the CSC command.

5. Push the throttle stick up slowly to lift the aircraft off the ground. Refer to <Remote Controller Operation> 

for more details.

6. Be sure you are hovering over a level surface. Pull down the throttle stick to descend. The stick will lock into 
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place and the aircraft will descend steadily.

7. After landing, leave the throttle stick down for 3 to 5 seconds to stop the motors. Return throttle stick to 

middle position after the motors have stopped.

 

You SHOULD NOT execute the CSC during normal flight! This will stop the motors and cause the 

aircraft to descend rapidly and drop without any type of control.

 

(1) When the LED flight indicator blinks yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered into

Failsafe mode, refer to <Failsafe Function> for details.

(2) A low battery capacity warning is indicated by the LED flight indicator blinking red slowly or 

rapidly during flight. Refer to the <Low Battery Capacity Warning Function> for details.

(3) Watch the quick start video about flight for more flight information.

(4) Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and 

temperature. Be very careful when flying 3000 meters (9800 feet) or more above sea level, as 

battery and aircraft performance may be reduced.

(5) When used with a H3-3D gimbal, a GoPro camera, and the iOSD mini, your Phantom 2 will be very 

close to its maximum takeoff weight. It is not recommended that you attach the Phantom 2 

propeller guards at this weight. Otherwise, the aircraft will be unable to fly normally.

6.4 Failsafe Function

The aircraft will enter Failsafe mode when the connection from the remote controller is lost. The flight control 

system will automatically control the aircraft to return to home and land to reduce injuries or damage. The following 

situations would make the aircraft fail to receive a signal from the remote controller and enter Failsafe mode:

(1) The remote controller is powered off.

(2) The remote controller is powered on but the S1 is toggled in the position triggering the Failsafe (this must 

have been configured in the PHANTOM 2 Assistant).

(3) The aircraft has flown out of the effective communication range of the remote controller.

(4) There is an obstacle obstructing the signal between the remote controller and the aircraft, essentially 

reducing the distance the signal can travel.

(5) There is interference causing a signal problem with the remote controller.

Failsafe works differently depending on the mode the aircraft is in when Failsafe mode is initiated whether it is in 

the Ready to Fly or Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode.

Ready to Fly (non-GPS) ---- Automatic landing

The flight control system will try to keep the aircraft level during descent and landing. Note that the aircraft may 

be drifting during the descent and landing process.

 

Ready to Fly ---- Automatic go home and land 

The flight control system will automatically control the aircraft to fly back to the home point and land.

 
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Home Point 

When the aircraft is initializing the Ready to Fly status, the aircraft will record the current GPS coordinates as 

the home point. It is recommended to lift off only after Ready to Fly status is confirmed for the safety of being 

able to fly back to home point successfully in case the Failsafe mode is initiated.

Go Home Procedures 

1 Record Home Point. 2 Flying. 3 Remote controller signal lost.

4 Signal lost lasts 3s, begin to go home. 5 Fly back to home point. 6 Landing after hovering 15s.

LED Flight Indicator  LED Flight Indicator LED Flight Indicator

LED Flight Indicator LED Flight Indicator LED Flight Indicator

Height over home point<=2 0m

Height over home point>2 0m

20m

Elevate to 2 0m

Figure 6-2

 

(1) In a Failsafe situation, if less than 6 GPS satellites are found for more than 20 seconds, the aircraft 

will descend automatically.

(2) When the aircraft is landing automatically, users can control the aircraft’s position and altitude if 

the remote controller signal is recovered.

 

In Phantom 2 mode, users can set a new home point manually when the aircraft is in “Ready to fly” status 

as long as a home point has been recorded automatically. Quickly flipping the S2 switch of the remote 

controller from upper most to lower most positions 5 times or more will reset the current aircraft position 

as a new home point of PHANTOM 2. When successfully reset, you will see a series of rapid green blinks 

on the LED Flight Indicator. The definition of “home point” is:

(1) The home point is the place PHANTOM 2 returns to when the control signal is lost, which is 

recorded last time.

(2) The home point is used to calculate the horizontal distance between you and the aircraft, the 

distance will be displayed as 

D

if using iOSD module.

Regaining Control during Failsafe Procedure 

Position of 

Switch S1 

 

Position-1 Position-2 

Position-3 

(No triggering the Failsafe) 

How to regain 

control

When the S1 switch is switched to Position-1, 

toggle the S1 switch to any other position once to 

regain control. If remote controller’s signal is

recovered, control is returned back to the pilot.

Regain control as soon as signal is 

recovered.
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6.5 Low Battery Capacity Warning Function

The low battery capacity warning alerts users when the battery is close to depletion during flight. When it appears, 

users should promptly fly back and land to avoid accidental damage. The PHANTOM 2 has two levels of low battery 

capacity warning. The first appears when the battery has less than 30% power and the second appears when it has 

less than 15% power.

(1) When battery power drops below 30% and LED indicator will blink red slowly.

(2) At lower than 15% the LED indicator will blink red rapidly, the PHANTOM 2 will also begin to descend and 

land automatically. After it has landed, keep the throttle stick at its lowest point or execute CSC.

(3) There is a hidden third low battery threshold in addition to the 1st and 2nd level warnings. This uses 10.65V 

as its threshold. Both this voltage threshold and the 2nd Level Low Battery Warning will trigger auto-landing. 

Altitude can be maintained if necessary by pushing up on the throttle stick.

 

(1) Remember to fly your PHANTOM 2 back as soon as you see a low battery capacity warning.

(2) Keeping the battery contact needles and pads clean is very important. Any dirt and dust may 

cause a communication failure.

6.6 Flight Limits Function

All UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations at ICAO 

(International Civil Aviation Organization) and per country airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits 

function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes 

height, distance limits.

In Ready to Fly status, height, distance limits works together to restrict the flight. In Ready to Fly (non-GPS) status, 

only height limit works and the flying height restricted to be not over 120m.

(1) The default parameters in the Assistant is compliant within the definitions of class G ruled by 

ICAO. (Refer to Airspace Classification to get more details). As each country has its own rules, 

make sure to configure the parameters to comply with these rules too, before using the 

PHANTOM 2.

(2) Users in Mainland China can refer to 民用航空空域使用办法.

Max Height & Radius Limits 

The Max Height & Radius restricts the flying height and distance. Configuration can be done in the PHANTOM 2

Assistant. Once complete, your aircraft will fly in a restricted cylinder. 
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Max Height Max Radius

Home Point The height of aircraft when it is powered on Figure 6-3 Figure 6-4

Ready to Fly 

 Limits Ground Station Rear LED flight indicator 

Max Height 

The flight height is restricted to fly 

under the max height. 

Warning: Height limit 

reached. 

None.

Max Radius 

The flight distance is restricted to fly 

within the max radius. 

Warning: Distance limit 

reached.

Rapid red flashings 

when close to the Max radius limit. 

Ready to Fly(non-GPS) 

 Flight Limits Ground Station Rear LED flight indicator 

Max Height 

The flight height is restricted to fly 

under the minor height between the 

Max height and 120m. 

Warning: Height limit reached. 

None.

Max Radius Not limited, no warnings or LED indicators. 

(1) If the aircraft flies out of the limits, you can still control your aircraft except to fly it further away.

(2) If the aircraft is flying out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) status, it will fly back 

within the limits range automatically if 6 or more GPS satellites have been found. 

6.7 Flight Limits of Special Areas 

Special areas include airports worldwide. All special areas are listed on the DJI official website. Please refer to 

http://www.dji.com/fly-safe/category-mc for details. These areas have been divided into category A and category B. 
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 Category A Category B

Ready to Fly 

Airspace Limits 

Rear LED 

Flight Indicator 

A 

Orange 

Motors will not start.

If the Phantom flies into a special area in Ready to Fly 

(non-GPS) mode and Ready to Fly mode activates, it will 

automatically descend and land then stop its motors. 

B 

Yellow 

If the Phantom flies into a special area in Ready to Fly 

(non-GPS) mode and Ready to Fly mode activates, it will 

descend to airspace C and hover 5 meters below edge d. 

C 

Green 

No restrictions of flight, but the Phantom will not enter 

Category A, the aircraft can fly free, but it will not enter 

Airspace B through Boundary b & d.

Around Category B sites, the phantom can fly freely, but it will 

not enter into Airspace A through Boundary a.

D 

Blue 

No restrictions. None. 

10.5m

2400m

Center of Special Area 8000m

120m A B C

8100m

D

b

d

c b a a c

d

a

b

c

Airspace: A,B,C,D Boundary: a, b, c, d

1000m

A C D c a a c

a 2000m c Center of Special Area

Airspace: A,C,D Boundary: a, c,
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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. Users will regain control 

once the motors have stopped. There is no need to toggle the S1 switch.

(1) When flying in the airspace (A/B/C) of restricted special area, LED flight indicators will blink red 

quickly 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 red blinking.

(2) For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, 

city centers and other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible. 

6.8 Conditions of Flight Limits 

In different working modes and flight modes, flight limits will differ according to number of GPS satellites found. 

The following table demonstrates all the cases(√: available; ×:unavailable).

All flights are restricted by height, distance and special areas simultaneously.

Phantom mode 

Flight Status Limits of Special Area Max Height Max Radius 

Ready to Fly √ √ √

Ready to Fly (non-GPS) × √ ×

Naza-M mode 

Control Mode number of GPS found Limits of Special Area Max Height Max Radius 

GPS 

≥6 √ √ √

<6 × √ ×

ATTI.

≥6 √ √ ×

<6 × √ ×

Manual

≥6 × × ×

<6 × × ×

Disclaimer 

Please ensure that you are kept up to date with International and Domestic airspace rules and regulations before 

using this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read this fully. 

You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and content while using this product, and for any direct or 

indirect consequences caused by not following this manual, violate or disregard any other applicable local laws, 

administrative rules and social habits thereof.
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7 Assistant Installation and Configuration

7.1 Installing Driver and PHANTOM 2 Assistant

Installing and running on Windows 

1. Download driver installer and Assistant installer in EXE format from the download page of PHANTOM 2 

on the DJI website.

2. Connect the PHANTOM 2 to a PC via a Micro-USB cable. 

3. Run the driver installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.

4. Next, run the Assistant installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.

5. Double click the PHANTOM 2 icon on your Windows desktop to launch the software.

The installer in EXE format only supports Windows operating systems (Win XP, Win7, Win8 (32 or 64 

bit)).

Installing and running on Mac OS X

1. Download the Assistant installer in DMG format from the download page of PHANTOM 2 on the DJI 

website.

2. Run the installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.

3. When launching for the first time if use Launchpad to run the PHANTOM 2 Assistant, Launchpad won’t 

allow access because the software has not been reviewed by Mac App Store. 

4. Locate the PHANTOM 2 icon in the Finder, press the Control key and then click the PHANTOM 2 icon 

(or right-click the PHANTOM 2 icon using a mouse). Choose Open from the shortcut menu, click open in 

the prompt dialog box and then software will launch.

5. After the first successful launch, directly launching of the software can be achieved by double-clicking 

the PHANTOM 2 icon in the Finder or using Launchpad.
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Installer in DMG format supports only Mac OS X 10.6 or above.

Usage of PHANTOM 2 Assistant on Mac OS X and Windows are exactly the same. The Assistant pages 

appear in other places of this manual are on the Windows for example. 

7.2 Using the PHANTOM 2 Assistant on a PC

1. Start up the PC, power on the PHANTOM 2, then connect the PHANTOM 2 to the PC with a Micro-USB 

cable. DO NOT disconnect until configuration is finished.

2. Run the PHANTOM 2 Assistant and wait for the PHANTOM 2 to connect to the Assistant. Observe the 

indicators on the bottom of the screen. When connected successfully, the connection indicator is

and communication indicator is blinking .

3. Choose [Basic] or [Advanced] configuration pages.

4. View and check the current configuration in the [View] page.

Language swap View configurations

Connection indicator Communication indicator

RC, Gain Gimbal, Battery IMU calibration Firmware upgrade Account, software version

*This image is for reference only. Please refer to the actual user interface.

Function switch of Phantom 2 and Naza-M mode
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(1) Users should not enable the Naza-M function before finishing Advanced Flight Maneuvers 

procedure in the " PHANTOM Pilot Training Guide”. If the Naza-M mode is enabled, users can 

switch the control mode between ATTI. Mode, GPS Mode or Manual Mode, and access the 

advanced settings (e.g. IOC). In addition, the LED located on the rear frame arms will display

Naza-M flight status indications instead of the PHANTOM 2's indicators. Do not enable the 

Naza-M mode unless you are an experienced user or guided by a professional.

(2) You can change to the Phantom 2 mode by clicking the same button used to turn on the Naza-M 

mode. This operation will disable the Naza-M mode and enable Phantom 2 mode. All parameters 

will be returned to factory settings.

7.3 Firmware upgrade of PHANTOM 2

Please refer to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant to install driver and PHANTOM RC Assistant, and then follow the 

procedures below to upgrade the software and firmware; otherwise the PHANTOM 2 might not work properly.

1. An internet connection is required to upgrade PHANTOM 2’s firmware.

2. Click the [Upgrade] icon to check the current firmware version and whether the installed firmware is the 

latest version. If not, click the relative links to upgrade.

3. Be sure to wait until the Assistant shows “finished”. Click OK and power cycle the PHANTOM 2 after 5 

seconds. Once completed, the firmware is up to date.

Firmware upgradable items

Current firmware version

Upgrade link

*This image is for reference only. Please refer to the actual user interface.

(1) DO NOT power off until the upgrade is finished.

(2) If the firmware upgrade failed, the main controller will enter a waiting for firmware upgrade 

status automatically. If this happens, repeat the above procedures.

Firmware upgradable items:(1)Main Controller(2)P330CB(Main Board)(3)Receiver(4)Gimbal 

CMU(5)Gimbal IMU(6)Battery 

7.4 PHANTOM RC Assistant Description

Please follow the procedures to finish the configuration of the remote controller.
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1. Turn off the remote controller and find the Micro-USB port on the bottom of it.

2. Start up the PC, power on the remote controller, and then connect the remote controller to the PC with a 

Micro-USB cable. DO NOT disconnect until the configuration is finished.

3. Run the PHANTOM RC Assistant and wait for the remote controller to connect to the Assistant. Observe 

the indicators on the bottom left of the screen. When connected successfully, the connection 

indicator is and communication indicator is blinking .

4. Finish configuration in the [Main] page.

5. Finish upgrade in the [Info] page if necessary.

DT7调参软件

Main Page of the 2.4GHz Remote Controller 

Language swap Main page

Connection indicator Communication indicator

Firmware upgrade Account, software version

*This image is for reference only. Please refer to the actual user interface. 
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8 Appendix

8.1 Specifications

Aircraft

Operating environment temperature -10°C to 50°C

Power consumption 5.6W

Supported Battery DJI Intelligent battery

Weight (including the battery) 1000g

Take-off Weight ≤1300g 

Hovering Accuracy (Ready to Fly) Vertical: 0.8m; Horizontal: 2.5m

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s

Max Tilt Angle 35°

Max Ascent / Descent Speed Ascent: 6m/s; Descent: 2m/s

Max Flight Speed 15m/s (Not Recommended)

Wheelbase 350mm

2.4GHz Remote Controller 

Operating Frequency 2.4GHz ISM

Communication Distance (open area) 1000m

Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER) -97dBm

Working Current/Voltage 120 mA@3.7V

Built-in LiPo Battery Working Current/Capacity 3.7V, 2000mAh

DJI Intelligent Battery

Type 3S LiPo Battery

Capacity 5200mAh, 11.1V

Charging Environment Range 0°C to 40°C

Discharging Environment Range -20°C to 50°C

8.2 LED Flight Indicators Description

Aircraft in Normal status Descriptions 

Power On Self-Test

Warming Up & Aircraft cannot take off during warming up

Ready to Fly

Ready to Fly (non-GPS)

Aircraft in abnormal status Warnings and errors

Remote Controller Signal Lost

1

st Level Low Battery Capacity Warning
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2

nd Level Low Battery Capacity Warning

Not Stationary or Sensor Bias is too big

Errors & Aircraft cannot fly.*

Compass data abnormal because of ferro-magnetic interference or 

the compass needs calibration. 

* Users can connect to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant to get detailed information about warnings and errors.
飞行器智能电池

安全使用指引

SMART FLIGHT BATTERY

Safety Guidelines

SMART FLIGHT BATTERIE

Nutzungshinweise

BATTERIES INTELLIGENTES

Guide d'Utilisation

© 2014 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 

V1.0 2014.07

マルチコプター電池

安全使用ガイド
 English

Battery Use

Never use non-DJI batteries. Go to www.DJI.

com to purchase new batteries. DJI takes no 

responsibility for any accidents caused by nonDJI batteries.

Never use or charge a swollen, leaky or damaged 

battery. If so, contact DJI or its designated dealers 

for further assistance.

Do NOT install the battery into the battery 

compartment on the Phantom when turned on. 

Turn off the battery before installing it or removing 

it from the Phantom. Never install or remove the 

battery from the Phantom when it is turned on.

The battery should be used in temperatures from 

-20°C to 40°C. Use of the battery above 50°C 

can lead to a fire or explosion. Use of battery 

below -20°C can lead to permanent damage.

Do not use the battery in strong electrostatic 

or electromagnetic environments. Otherwise, 

the battery control board may malfunction 

and a serious accident may happen during 

flight.

Never disassemble or pierce the battery in any 

way, or the battery may catch fire or explode.

Electrolytes in the battery are highly corrosive. If 

any electrolytes splash onto your skin or eyes, 

immediately wash the affected area with fresh 

running water for at least 15 minutes then see a 

doctor immediately.

Check the condition of the battery if it falls out 

of the Phantom. Make sure the battery is NOT 

damaged or leaking before putting it back to the 

Phantom.

Land the Phantom immediately when the 

low battery level warning activates in the DJI 

VISION App.

Do not drop the battery into water. If the inside 

of the battery comes into contact with water, 

chemical decomposition may occur, potentially 

resulting the battery catching on fire, and may 

even lead to an explosion. If the battery falls into 

water with the Phantom during flight, take it out 

immediately and put it in a safe and open area. 

Maintain a far distance from the battery until it 

is completely dry. Never use the battery again, 

and dispose of the battery properly as described 

in Battery Disposal below.

Put out any battery fire using sand or a dry 

powder fire extinguisher. Never use water to put 

out a battery fire.

Charging the Battery

Batteries must be charged using a DJI approved 

adapter. DJI takes no responsibility if the battery 

is charged using a non-DJI charger. Never leave 

the battery unattended during charging. Do not 

charge the battery near flammable materials or 

on flammable surfaces such as carpet or wood.

Do not charge battery immediately after flight, 

because the battery temperature may be too 

high. Do not charge the battery until it cools 

down to near room temperature. Charging 

battery outside of the temperature range of 

0°C-40°C may lead to leakage, overheating, or 

battery damage.

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 the maximum capacity. 

This power cycling procedure will optimize the 

battery life.

Battery Storage

Do not leave the battery near heat sources such as 

a furnace or heater. The ideal storage temperature 

is 0°C-21°C.

Keep the battery dry. Never drop the battery into 

water.

Do not drop, strike, impale, or manually shortcircuit the battery.

Keep the battery away from metal objects such 

as necklaces and hairpins.

Discharge the battery to 30%-50% of the battery 

level if it will not be used for 7 days or more. This 

can greatly extend the battery life.

Battery Disposal

Dispose of the battery into specific recycling 

boxes only after a complete discharge. Do 

not place the battery into regular rubbish bins. 

Strictly follow your local disposal and recycling 

regulations of batteries.

If the power on/off button of the smart battery 

is disabled and the battery cannot be fully 

discharged, please contact a professional 

battery disposal/recycling agent for further 

assistance.

 Deutsch 

Batterienutzung

Benutzen Sie ausschließlich originale DJI 

1 EN DE
Batterien. Gehen Sie auf www.DJI.com, um 

neue Batterien zu erwerben. Für Schäden, die 

durch die Verwendung von Nicht-Originalteilen 

und Zubehör entstehen, ist jedwede Haftung 

des Herstellers ausgeschlossen.

Benutzen oder Laden Sie niemals eine 

angeschwollene, undichte oder beschädigte 

Batterie. Kontaktieren Sie gegebenenfalls DJI 

oder unsere ausgewiesenen Händler für weitere 

Informationen.

Setzen Sie NIEMALS die Batterie in das 

Batteriefach des Phantom ein, während die 

Batterie eingeschaltet ist. Schalten Sie die Batterie 

aus, bevor Sie diese in das Batteriefach einsetzen 

oder vom Phantom entfernen. Setzen Sie niemals 

die Batterie ins Batteriefach ein oder entfernen 

sie, wenn diese eingeschaltet ist. 

Die Batterie sollte nur in einem Temperaturbereich 

von -20°C bis 40°C benutzt werden. Der Gebrauch 

der Batterie bei über 50°C kann zu Feuer oder 

einer Explosion führen. Die Verwendung bei unter 

-20°C kann zu dauerhaften Schäden führen.

Verwenden Sie die Batterie nie in starken 

elektrostatischen oder elektromagnetischen 

Umfelden. Das Batterie Control Board könnte 

versagen und ein schwerer Unfall während des 

Fluges passieren.

Bauen Sie die Batterie niemals auseinander oder 

durchbohren Sie diese, die Batterie könnte Feuer 

fangen oder explodieren.

Die Akkumulatorsäure in der Batterie ist stark 

korrosiv. Säurespritzer im Auge oder auf der 

Haut sofort unter frischem, laufenden Wasser ausbzw. abspülen und anschließend sofort einen Arzt 

aufsuchen. 

Überprüfen Sie den Zustand der Batterie, falls 

diese aus dem Phantom herausfällt. Stellen Sie 

sicher, dass die Batterie NICHT beschädigt ist 

oder ausläuft, bevor Sie diese zurück in den 

Phantom stecken. 

Landen Sie den Phantom umgehend, sobald 

die Batteriewarnung in Ihrer DJI VISION App 

erscheint. 

Lassen Sie die Batterie niemals in Wasser 

fallen. Wenn das Innere der Batterie mit Wasser 

in Kontakt kommt, könnte eine chemische 

Zersetzung ausgelöst werden, durch die die 

Batterie möglicherweise Feuer fängt oder 

sogar explodiert. Falls die Batterie während 

des Fluges mit dem Phantom in Wasser fällt, 

entfernen Sie diese unverzüglich aus dem 

Fluggerät und legen diese in eine sichere und 

offene Umgebung. Halten Sie großen Abstand 

zu der Batterie bis diese komplett getrocknet 

ist. Benutzen Sie die Batterie niemals erneut 

und entsorgen Sie die Batterie sachgerecht, 

wie unten in dem Kapitel Entsorgen der 

Flugbatterie beschrieben.

Löschen Sie jeden Batteriebrand mit Hilfe von 

Sand oder einem Pulverlöscher. Löschen Sie 

einen Batteriebrand niemals mit Wasser.

Aufladen der Flugbatterie

Batterien müssen mit einem von DJI zugelassenen 

Adapter geladen werden. DJI übernimmt keine 

Haftung für Batterien, die mit einem nicht 

von DJI autorisierten Ladegerät geladen 

wurden. Lassen Sie die Batterie während 

des Ladevorgangs niemals unbeaufsichtigt. 

Laden Sie die Batterie nicht in der Nähe von 

entflammbaren Materialien oder Oberflächen 

wie Teppich oder Holz. 

Laden Sie die Batterie nicht direkt nach dem 

Flug, die Temperatur der Batterie könnte zu 

hoch sein. Laden Sie die Batterie erst, sobald 

sie auf mindestens Raumtemperatur abgekühlt 

ist. Das Laden der Batterie außerhalb des 

Temperaturbereichs von 0°C - 40°C kann zu 

Auslaufen, Überhitzen oder einem Schaden an 

der Batterie führen.

Laden und Entladen Sie die Batterie einmal 

vollständig alle 20 Lade-/Entladevorgänge. 

Entladen Sie die Batterie bis auf unter 8% bis 

sie nicht mehr eingeschaltet werden kann, 

dann laden Sie diese bis zum Maximum ihrer 

Kapazität auf. Das beschriebene Verfahren 

optimiert die Lebensdauer Ihrer Batterie.

Lagerung der Flugbatterie

Lassen Sie die Batterie nicht in der Nähe von 

Hitzequellen wie einem Ofen oder Heizkörper. Die 

ideale Lagerungstemperatur liegt zwischen 0°C - 

21°C. 

Die Batterie ist sauber und trocken zu lagern. 

Lassen Sie die Batterie niemals in Wasser 

fallen. 

Lassen Sie die Batterie nicht fallen, spießen Sie 

diese nicht auf, schließen Sie sie nicht manuell 

kurz und wirken Sie nicht mit Gewalt auf die 

Batterie ein.

Halten Sie die Batterie fern von Metallobjekten 

wie Ketten und Haarnadeln.

Entladen Sie die Batterie bis auf 30% - 50%, falls 

Sie diese für 7 Tage oder länger nicht benutzen. 

2 DE
Dies kann die Lebensdauer Ihrer Batterie stark 

verlängern. 

Entsorgung der Flugbatterie 

Entsorgen Sie die Battterie, nur nachdem 

Sie komplett entladen wurde, in speziellen 

Recycling Tonnen. Werfen Sie die Batterie 

nicht in die normale Mülltonne. Beachten 

und befolgen Sie unbedingt die kommunalen 

Entsorgungs- und Recyclingvorschriften für 

Batterien.

Falls der On/Off Knopf der Batterie nicht 

funktioniert und die Batterie nicht vollständig 

entladen werden kann, kontaktieren Sie 

bitte eine professionelle Entsorgungs-/

Recyclingfirma.

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Utilisation de la Batterie

N’utilisez jamais de batterie autre que d’origine. 

Rendez-vous sur www.DJI.com pour acheter 

de nouvelles batteries. La responsabilité 

de DJI ne pourrait être engagée pour tout 

accident résultant de l'utilisation de batteries 

non-DJI.

N'utilisez ni ne chargez jamais de batterie 

déformée, qui suinte ou qui est endommagée. 

Si vous constatez un problème contactez 

DJI ou ses revendeurs agréés pour recevoir 

l'assistance nécessaire.

N'installez PAS la batterie dans le compartiment 

du Phantom si elle est allumée. Eteignez la 

batterie avant de l'installer ou de la retirer du 

Phantom. N'installez ou ne retirez jamais la 

batterie du Phantom lorsqu'il est allumé.

La batterie peut être utilisée sous des 

températures allant de -20°C à 40°C. Utiliser 

la batterie au-delà de 50°C peut causer un 

incendie ou une explosion. L'utiliser en deçà de 

-20°C peut causer un dommage irréparable à 

la batterie.

N’utilisez pas la batterie dans un environnement 

électrostatique ou électromagnétique important. 

Sinon, l’unité de contrôle de la batterie pourrait 

mal fonctionner et un sérieux accident pourrait 

survenir pendant le vol.

Ne désassemblez ou ne percez jamais la batterie 

d’aucune manière, ou celle-ci pourrait prendre 

feu ou exploser.

L'électrolyte dans la batterie est très corrosif. Si 

de l'électrolyte éclabousse votre peau ou vos 

yeux, rincez immédiatement la zone affectée 

à l'eau fraiche courante pendant au moins 

15 minutes puis consultez immédiatement un 

docteur.

Vérifiez l’état de la batterie si elle tombe du 

Phantom. Vérifiez que la batterie n’est PAS 

endommagée ou suintante avant de la remettre 

dans le Phantom.

Faites atterrir le Phantom immédiatement dès 

que l'alerte de faible batterie se déclenche 

dans l'App DJI VISION.

N’immergez pas la batterie. Si l’intérieur de 

la batterie entre en contact avec de l’eau une 

réaction chimique peut se produire, résultant 

potentiellement en un incendie ou même en 

l’explosion de la batterie. Si la batterie tombe 

à l'eau avec le Phantom lors d'un vol retirezla immédiatement et mettez-la à l'abri dans 

un endroit sécurisé et ouvert. Restez à bonne 

distance de la batterie jusqu'à ce qu'elle soit 

entièrement sèche. Ne la réutilisez jamais et 

déposez-la correctement comme décrit plus 

bas dans le paragraphe sur le Recyclage des 

Batteries. Eteignez une batterie en flammes 

en utilisant du sable ou un extincteur à poudre 

sèche. N’utilisez jamais d’eau pour éteindre une 

batterie en feu.

Charge de la Batterie

Les batteries doivent être chargées à l’aide d’un 

chargeur approuvé par DJI. La responsabilité 

de DJI ne peut être engagée si la batterie est 

chargée avec un autre chargeur que celui 

proposé par DJI. Ne laissez jamais la batterie 

sans surveillance durant la charge. Ne chargez 

pas la batterie près d’une source de chaleur, 

d’un matériau inflammable ou sur une surface 

inflammable comme un tapis ou du parquet.

Ne chargez pas votre batterie immédiatement 

après un vol car la température pourrait être 

trop élevée. Ne chargez la batterie que lorsque 

celle-ci aura atteint la température ambiante. 

Charger la batterie hors de la plage de 

température comprise entre 0°C et 0°C peut 

entrainer une fuite, une surchauffe ou une 

panne de la batterie.

Chargez et déchargez complètement la batterie 

tous les cycles de 20 charges/décharges. 

Déchargez la batterie jusqu'à ce qu'il reste 

moins de 8% de charge ou jusqu'à ce que 

la batterie ne puisse plus être allumée puis 

rechargez-la jusqu'à sa capacité maximale. 

3 FR
Cette procédure de charge cyclique optimisera 

la durée de vie de votre batterie.

Stockage des Batteries

Ne laissez jamais la batterie près d’une source 

de chaleur comme un radiateur ou un poêle. 

La température idéale de stockage est de 0°C 

-21°C.

Maintenez la batterie bien sèche. Ne l’immergez 

jamais dans un liquide.

Ne faites pas tomber ni ne cognez la batterie, ne 

la percez pas, ne provoquez pas volontairement 

de court-circuit sur la batterie.

Gardez la batterie éloignée de petits objets 

métalliques tels que des épingles à cheveux, des 

trombones, des petits bijoux.

Déchargez la batterie aux alentours de 30%-50% 

de son niveau de charge si vous ne l'utilisez pas 

pendant une semaine ou plus. Ceci augmentera 

de manière conséquente la durée de vie de 

votre batterie.

Recyclage des Batteries

Mettez votre batterie dans une boite de recyclage 

adaptée uniquement après l’avoir complètement 

déchargée. Ne mettez pas votre batterie avec 

les ordures ménagères. Suivez scrupuleusement 

les consignes locales précises en matière de 

recyclage des piles et batteries.

Si le bouton ON/OFF de la batterie intelligente 

est inopérant et que la batterie ne peut être 

complètement déchargée, veuillez s'il vous plait 

contacter un Professionnel du recyclage afin 

d'obtenir l'assistance nécessaire.

 中 文

使 用

严禁使用非大疆官方提供的电池。如需更换,

请到大疆官网查询。因使用非大疆官方提供的

电池而引发的电池事故、飞行故障,大疆概不

负责。

严禁使用鼓包的、漏液的、包装破损的电池。

如有以上情况发生,请联系大疆或者其指定代

理商做进一步处理。

在将电池安装或者拔出于飞行器之前,请保持

电池的电源关闭。请勿在电池电源打开的状态

下,拔插电池。

电池应在室温为 -20°C至 40°C之间使用。温度

过高,会引起电池着火,甚至爆炸。温度过低,

电池寿命会受到严重损害。

禁止在强静电或者磁场环境中使用电池。否则,

电池保护板会失灵,导致飞行器发生严重故障。

禁止以任何方式拆解或用尖利物体刺破电池。

否则,会引起电池着火甚至爆炸。

电池内部液体有强腐蚀性。如有泄露,请远离。

如有溅射到人体皮肤或者眼睛里,请立即用清

水冲洗至少 15 分钟,并立即就医。

若电池从飞行器中摔落,再次使用前,务必确

保电池外观无损,无破损、无漏液等问题。

若飞机进入电量低报警模式,应尽快降落并停

止飞行,更换新电池或者对电池进行充电。

请勿将电池浸入水中或将其弄湿。电池内部接

触到水后可能会发生分解反应,引发电池自燃,

甚至可能引发爆炸。如果电池在 Phantom 飞行

过程中或其它情况下意外坠入水中,请立即拔

出电池并将其置于安全的开阔区域,这时应远

离电池直至电池完全晾干。晾干的电池不得再

次使用,应该按照本文的废弃方法妥善处理。

若电池发生起火,应立即采用“窒息灭火法”,

如使用沙子或固体或干粉灭火器进行灭火。

严禁用水来灭火。 

充 电

智能电池必须使用 DJI 官方提供的专用充电器

或车载充电器进行充电。对于使用非 DJI 官方

提供的充电器进行充电所造成的一切后果,DJI 

将不予负责。

请留意充电过程以防发生意外。充电时请将电

池和充电器放置在水泥地面等周围无易燃、可

燃物的地面。

禁止在飞行器飞行结束后,立刻对电池进行充

电。此时,电池处于高温状态,强制充电会对

电池寿命造成严重损害。建议待电池降至室温,

再对电池进行充电。理想的充电环境(0-40°C)

可大幅度延长电池的使用寿命。

电池每经过约 20 次充放电后,需要进行一次

完整的放电和充电过程(将电池充满电,然后

放电至电量为 8% 以下或电池自动关闭,再充

满电)以保证电池工作在最佳状态。

储 存

禁止将电池放在靠近热源的地方,比如火源

或加热炉。智能电池的理想的保存温度为 0- 

21°C。

存放电池的环境应保持干燥。请勿将电池置于

水中或者可能会漏水的地方。

禁止机械撞击电池、碾压、坠落、人为短路、

刺穿电池。

禁止将电池与金属项链、发夹或者其他金属物

体一起贮存或运输。

超过 7 天不使用电池,请将电池放电至 30%-

50% 电量存放,可大大延长电池的使用寿命。

4 CH
废 弃

务必将电池彻底放完电后,才将电池置于指定

的电池回收箱中。电池是危险化学品,严禁废

置于普通垃圾箱。相关细节,请遵循当地电池

回收和弃置的法律法规。

如电池因为电源开关失灵而无法完成彻底放

电,请勿将电池直接弃置于电池回收箱,应联

系专业电池回收公司做进一步的处理。

 日本語

使 用

非 DJI 社製の電池を使用することによって発

生する事故はDJI社一切の責任を負いません。

包装破損、傷づいた電池を使用することが禁

じます。上記したものが発生した場合、DJI 社

或いは購入先の代理店までご連絡ください。

電池の取り付けや取り外しの前は、必ず電源

をオフにしてください。電源をオンにしたま

まで、操作しないでください。

電池は温度- 20°Cから 40°Cの間で使用して

ください。温度が高くなると、火事を引き起

こします。低くなると、電池の寿命が短縮し

ます。

強い静電気または磁気が起こる環境での電池

の使用を禁止します。バッテリー保護基板の

機能が失い、飛行器の故障につながる可能性

があります。

いかなる方法で電池を解体することは禁じま

す。火事や爆発事故が発生する原因とみられ

ます。

電池内部の液体は腐食性が強いです。液体が

漏れると、離れてください。皮膚や目に入っ

た場合、すぐに 15 分以上水で洗い流し、速

やかに医師の診察を受けてください。

飛行中に電池が墜落したら、再使用する前に

電池の外観が破損したかどうかを確認してく

ださい。

飛行中に低電量アラームがなりましたら、す

ぐ安全地に着陸して、電池を交換するか充電

してください。

電池を水に入れないでください。電池内部は

水が入ると化学反応が起こり、自然発火して

爆発する可能性があります。飛行中、機体が

水に落ちた場合、直ちに電池を外して安全地

で乾燥してください。乾燥した電池を再利用

することは禁じます。本章の廃棄方法で処理

してください。

電池が発火したら、砂や消火器で消火してく

ださい。水での消火を避けてください。

充電について

必ず DJI 社の充電器或いはカーチャージャで

充電してください。非 DJI 社提供した充電器

を使用することで起こった事故など、DJI 社

は一切の責任を負いません。

充電中の充電状況を常に確認してください。

充電時、可燃物の上に置かないでください。

飛行が終わった後、電池はまだ高温状態の為、

充電してはいけません。電池の寿命が短縮し

ます。推奨の充電温度は 0 ~ 40 度です。

電池のベスト状況を確保する為、20 回充電し

た後、一回完全放電してください。

保管について

発熱源の近くで使用したり、保管したりしな

いでください。0 - 21°Cの環境での保管を推

奨します。

乾燥した環境での保管してください。水中や

水漏れの場所に置かないでください。

バッテリーに衝撃加えたり、墜落させたり、人

為的にショートさせてたりしないでください。

金属物体或いは金属アクセサリーと一緒に保

管したり運送したりしないでください。

使用しない期間は7日間を超える場合はバッテ

リー残量を30%-50%の状態にすることで

バッテリーの寿命を延ばすことが可能です。

破棄について

バッテリーは化学品の為、破棄するときは火

災の原因とならないように、完全に放電を行

ってから破棄してください。破棄方法は各エ

リアの条例を守ってください。

バッテリーの電源の故障による放電できない

場合は回収箱に入れずに、業者に連絡のうえ

正しく処理を行ってください。

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ZENMUSE H3-2D Gimbal

User ManualV1.16 

 

For Firmware IMU V1.4, GCU V1.6, CMU V1.0 

& Assistant SoftwareV1.02 

2013.11.21 Revision 

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Warning & Disclaimer

No adjusting or amending is allowed to the H3-2D!!! 

Before use, make sure to mount the camera to gimbal first, and then mount the 

gimbal to aircraft. After this, you can power on the gimbal. 

H3-2D is specialized for Camera and Lens before it leaves the factory. Please mount your camera to H3-2D when 

get it. No adjusting or amending is allowed to H3-2D. Do not modify or add any other component/device (such as 

filter, lens hood, etc.) to the camera; make sure to use the original battery; otherwise it may end up with worse 

performance or even internal malfunction.

The gimbal can only work with Autopilot system specified by DJI Innovations (NAZA-M/NAZA-M V2/WooKong-M), 

so as to ensure the highest stability and precision. Please download the corresponding assistant software and 

upgrade the autopilot system MC firmware, otherwise may lead the gimbal work abnormally.

Make sure the Autopilot system operates in the safest manner when the main power battery is connected. We 

strongly recommend customers to remove all propellers, use power supply from R/C system or flight pack battery, 

and keep children away during gimbal calibration and parameter setup. Please strictly follow these steps to mount 

and connect gimbal on your aircraft, as well as to install the assistant software on your computer. Please respect 

the AMA’s National Model Aircraft Safety Code.

As DJI Innovations has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification (including use of non-specified DJI 

parts i.e. motors, ESCs, propellers, etc.) or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting 

damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. DJI assumes no 

liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product.

DJI and H3-2D are registered trademarks of DJI Innovations Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this 

manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are 

copyrighted by DJI Innovations with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in 

any form 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.

Product Profile

This product is an excellent gimbal designed for AP. Excellent job can be done by this gimbal. The gimbal has 

built-in slip ring in the mechanical structure, preventing wire rod from winding up. It also has built-in 

independent IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) module, special servos drive module, etc. 
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In The Box

Gimbal×1 

The gimbal has built-in special servos drive module, and 

independent IMU module. It controls both the tilt and the roll axis, 

to enhance the attitude stabilization.

Damping Unit×1 

Connect the aircraft and the gimbal, in order to reduce the 

mechanical vibration. There are three types of Vibration Absorber, 

the White is softest, the Black is hardest, and the Grey is in the 

middle. It is recommended to use the White on DJI F450, not use 

any on DJI F550, and the DJI PHANTOM can use any type.

Gimbal Controller Unit (GCU)×1

Connect the gimbal controller to the autopilot system by 

CAN-Bus. And Use the 3S~6S power cable to supply power for the 

GCU and gimbal.

Screw Package ×1 

M2.5x6.3: For fixing the camera to the gimbal.

M2.5x5: For fixing the gimbal to the damping unit.

M3x8 (with M3 nuts and M3 spacers): For mounting the damping 

unit to the aircraft.

Gimbal Video signal Cable×1 

For the gimbal controller unit and your Wireless Video 

Transmission Unit connecting, transmitting the video signal.

CAN-Bus Cable×1

Use CAN-Bus to communicate with the autopilot system.

DJ

D

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JI

8-Pin Cable×1

For the gimbal and the GCU connecting,

Spare Package×1

Spare Screw
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Index

WARNING & DISCLAIMER...............................................................................................2

PRODUCT PROFILE..........................................................................................................2

IN THE BOX.....................................................................................................................3

INDEX .............................................................................................................................4

ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................................5

GIMBAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................5

STEP1. MOUNT THE GIMBAL TO THE AIRCRAFT OR LANDING GEAR .........................................5

STEP2. MOUNT THE CAMERA TO THE GIMBAL.....................................................................7

STEP3. DOUBLE CHECK ...................................................................................................7

AUTOPILOT SYSTEM, GCU AND GIMBAL WIRING............................................................8

GCU PORT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................8

STEP1. MOUNT THE GCU HORIZONTALLY OR VERTICALLY ON THE AIRCRAFT. ..............................8

STEP2. CONNECT GCU AND AUTOPILOT SYSTEM .................................................................8

STEP3. VIDEO SIGNAL TRANSMISSION..............................................................................11

ASSISTANT....................................................................................................................12

STEP1. INSTALL DRIVER AND SOFTWARE...........................................................................12

STEP2. GUI................................................................................................................12

STEP3. CHANNEL SETTING.............................................................................................12

STEP4. FIRMWARE & SOFTWARE UPGRADE ......................................................................13

TEST .............................................................................................................................14

STEP1. CHECK LIST BEFORE EVERY FLIGHT ........................................................................14

STEP2. GIMBAL TEST....................................................................................................14

APPENDIX.....................................................................................................................15

TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................................................................................................15

SETTINGS USING WITH THE A2 FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM............................................................15

SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................16
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Assembly

Gimbal Description

Notes: 

(1) Mack sure nothing blocks the servo driver module rotation, to avoid Servo Driver Module damage.

(2) Clear obstacle at once if the rotating gimbal is blocked.

Top oard of the Damping Unit B

Servo Driver Module(Roll)

Camera Fixed Mounting

Camera Interface

Servo Driver Module(Tilt)

Port of 8-Pin Cable

( ) To GCU G8

Camera Mounting Base

Vibration Absorber

Bottom oard of the Damping Unit B

STEP1. Mount the Gimbal to the Aircraft or Landing Gear

The following procedure applies to DJI F450, DJI other type of aircraft or to your own aircraft. For DJI F450, 

there are diagrams for your reference. 

1. Attach the Vibration Absorber to the Top Board of Damper Unit shown in Fig.1.

2. Mount the Top Board of Damper Unit to the Bottom Board of aircraft; fix the M3x8screws, M3 spacers 

and M3 nuts shown in Fig.2.

3. Plug one port of the 8-Pin cable into the 8-Pin port on the gimbal shown in Fig.3.

4. Tighten the M2.5x5 screws to fix the gimbal to the Bottom Board of Damper Unit shown in the Fig.4 or 

Fig5, select one of the steps according the position of screw threads.

5. Attach the Vibration Absorber to the Bottom Board of Damper Unit shown in Fig.6.

6. Make sure the damping unit is horizontally mounted and both damping boards are paralleled to the 

bottom of the aircraft, further to make sure the gimbal is precisely and firmly assembled.

Notes: 
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(1) This product does not include any extra aircraft, landing gear or camera, please prepare them by yourself.

(2) Make sure the Camera Mounting Base is pointing to the aircraft nose direction.

(3) The gimbal center of gravity has been set, whose position directly determine gimbal performance. Please 

do not adjust the gimbal center of gravity by yourself.

(4) The gimbal is high-precision controlled. Do not remove any other screws in the gimbal, which may result 

in bad performance or even damage.

(5) Do not unplug any cable attaching to the gimbal ports, or even change the mechanical structure.

(6) The 8-pin port on the H3-2D gimbal should only be used for connecting to aircraft. Do not connect other 

devices (such as a video downlink transmitter) to this port, otherwise the gimbal may be damaged.

 

Fig.1 Fig.2

 

Fig.3 Fig.4

 

Fig.5 Fig.6 
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STEP2. Mount the Camera to the Gimbal

1. Mount the camera into the Camera Mounting Base of gimbal and fix the camera by the Camera Fixed 

Mounting, shown as Fig.1.

2. Plug the Camera Interface of gimbal into the System Port of camera, and make sure they are in good 

contact, which are marked in Red shown as Fig.2.

3. Tighten the M2.5x6.3 screw , shown as Fig.3.

4. Please put you hand at the position in red mark shown as Fig.4, and then remove the camera from gimbal 

with appropriate strength, as the Camera Interface is easily damaged.

 

Fig.1 Fig.2

 

Fig.3 Fig.4

STEP3. Double Check

Make sure the Lens of camera is pointing to the aircraft nose direction.
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Autopilot System, GCU and Gimbal Wiring

GCU Port Description

Gimbal Controller Unit (GCU) Port Description 

3S~6S To the battery. Power for the GCU and gimbal.

G8 To Gimbal, transmitting the signal.

Micro-USB port: PC connection for configuration and firmware upgrades.

CAN-Bus port: Use a CAN-Bus cable to connect the GCU to the autopilot system.

To Wireless Video Transmission Module, transmitting the Video signal.

STEP1. Mount the GCU horizontally or vertically on the aircraft.

STEP2. Connect GCU and Autopilot System

Carry out the following procedures to finish the connection. 

1. Keep the Autopilot system in the same state as it was, and upgrade the Main Controller to the latest 

Firmware (shown as the following table).

WKM NAZA-M V2 NAZA-M

Assistant Software V2.00(or above) V2.12(or above) V2.12(or above)

Firmware Version V5.22(or above) V3.12(or above) V3.12(or above)

2. Connect the Autopilot System (shown as the following table). For NAZA-M user, you are asked to prepare a 

PMU V2 module (Accessory of NAZA-M V2) and do some reconnection of the system.

WKM NAZA-M V2 NAZA-M

(1) Main Controller and PMU 

connection

Connect the X1 port of PMU to X1 

port of Main Controller.

Connect the X3 port of PMU V2 to 

X3 port of Main Controller.
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(2)PMU Power Cable 

connection

Connect the Power Cable to a connecter, if DJI Multi-rotor is used, solder the 

power cable to the power pad on aircraft.

(3) GPS/Compass module and 

Autopilot system connection

Connect the GPS/Compass module 

to any spare CAN-Bus port on PMU.

Connect the GPS/Compass module 

to the GPS port of PMU V2.

Please refer to the following diagrams for more GCU connection details. And refer to the Autopilot system manual 

for more connection and configuration details.

3. Connect the GCU to Autopilot System. And then connect the 8-Pin cable of gimbal to the G8 port of GCU.

WKM NAZA-M V2 NAZA-M

(1) GCU and Autopilot System 

connection

Connect the GCU to any spare 

CAN-Bus port on the WKM system.

Connect the GCU to the CAN-Bus 

port on the PMU V2 module.

(2) GCU Power Cable 

connection

Connect the GCU Power Cable to a connecter, if DJI Multi-rotor is used, 

solder the power cable to the power pad on aircraft.

(3) Gimbal TILT Control channel X3 X1

4. Connection has been finished. They can come into use after power on.

5. The tilt direction of gimbal can be controlled by one channel of Autopilot System (WKM is X3, NAZA-M and 

NAZA-M V2 is X1). You are asked to set the corresponding channel on your Transmitter, and connect the 

corresponding port of Receiver to the Main Controller. Use the Gimbal Assistant Software to help you with 

configuration.

Notes: 

(1) For H3-2D to work; it MUST be used in conjunction with Naza or WKM; do not power up the gimbal 

without Naza or WKM connected.

(2) Make sure to power on the gimbal after camera mounting, since the wrong center of gravity will cause 

motor overheating and then lead to damage.

(3) Re-do the Transmitter calibration after NAZA-M Firmware upgrade and double check other items.

(4) Make sure connections are correct; otherwise may lead to the gimbal work abnormally or damage,even 

cause the autopilot system working abnormally.

 

GCU and DJI Autopilot System Connection
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positive pole(+) negative pole(-) Battery (3S~6S)

Note: The GCU can be connected to any CAN ports on the PMU or to the CAN port on the GPS.(Any spare CAN port on the WKM system.)

To Battery Note: The PMU and GCU can both connect to the same battery of LiPo 3S-6S.

Gimbal TILT Control Channel X3 is for Gimbal TILT Control, connect it correctly, and configure the right channel on your Transmitter. Fig.1 GCU and WKM Connection Diagram

To Battery Note: The PMU and GCU can both connect to the same battery of LiPo 3S-6S.

Connecter made by yourself Gimbal TILT Control Channel X1 is for Gimbal TILT Control, connect it correctly, and configure the right channel on your Transmitter. Fig.2 GCU and NAZA-M V2 Connection Diagram

Disconnected

To Battery Note: The PMU and GCU can both connect to the same battery of LiPo 3S-6S.

Connecter made by yourself Gimbal TILT Control Channel X1 is for Gimbal TILT Control, correctly configure the right channel on your Transmitter. Fig.3 GCU and NAZA-M Connection Diagram with PMU V2 (NAZA-M V2 Accessory)
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STEP3. Video Signal Transmission

A wireless video transmission module is necessary for video signal accessing remotely.

Wireless Video Transmission Module Air End Video Signal Port GND(Black: )

Gimbal Video Signal Cable Video Signal

GND Disconnected Video Signal(Yellow:AV) Power Extra power supply

1. Respectively solder the Video Signal/GND cables to wireless video transmission module (Air End).

2. Plug the gimbal video signal cable head into the GCU Video Signal Port.

Notes 

(1) Make sure to connect Wireless Video Transmission Unit to GCU first, then power on.

(2) The standard gimbal video signal cable is recommended. Make sure you solder the gimbal video signal

cable to the wireless video transmission unit correctly. And ensure the cables are insulated, to prevent 

from short circuit.

Disconnected

Video Signal Cable(AV)

GND Cable

(3) Please refer to your wireless vedio transmitter module manual to supply power,

since GCU can't supply power for it.

Tips: 

(1) Following diagram shows how video signal transit when gimbal working.

(2) If video signal access fails, please check each step.

Camera

System Port Gimbal Camera Interface GCUG8 AV signal

Wireless video transmission module Air end

8-Pins cable Gimbal Video Signal Cable Wireless video transmission module Ground end Wireless signal Monitor

AV input 5.8G/2.4G/1.2G Self-prepared by user

AV signal

AV signal

AV signal
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Assistant 

STEP1. Install Driver and Software

1. Make sure driver is installed correctly, which has been installed before you use WooKong-M, NAZA-M or 

NAZA-M V2.

2. Please download H3-2D gimbal assistant software from DJI Innovations website.

3. Click assistant software Installer and follow the steps to finish installation.

4. Run the assistant software.

STEP2. GUI

Connect GCU and PC via a Micro-USB cable, power on GCU.

Communication indicator · Blue LED On: Without communication · Blue LED Blink: Communicating with PC

· Red LED On: Disconnected with PC · Green LED On: Connected with PC

Text Description Connection indicator · Mouse over each item on the (3) area will display the corresponding content

1

2

6

5

1

2

6

5

4 3

4

Language · 中文or English Menu · Basic: Basic function setting · Upgrade: For upgrading the gimbal firmware · Info: For version and SN access

3

STEP3. Channel Setting

TILT: Slide the TX switch, the corresponding slider of cursor will move, and you can see the gimbal moving by 

rotating the pitch axis, shown as the following chart.

 

Fig.1 Moving Upwards Fig.2 Moving Downwards 
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STEP4. Firmware & Software Upgrade

Firmware Upgrade 

Please strictly follow the operation procedures for firmware upgrade; otherwise the gimbal might not work 

properly.

1. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet.

2. Please close all the other applications during firmware upgrade, including anti-virus software and firewall.

3. Make sure the power supply is securely connected. DO NOT un-plug the power supply until firmware 

upgrade has finished.

4. Connect the GCU to PC with a Micro-USB cable, DO NOT break connection until firmware upgrade has 

finished.

5. Run the Software and wait for connection.

6. Select UpgradeMain Control, IMU and CMU.

7. DJI Innovations server will check current firmware version, and get the latest firmware prepared for the 

unit.

8. If there is a firmware version more up-to-date than your current version, you will be able to click the 

Upgrade Version.

9. Wait until Assistant software finishes Upgrade.

10. Click OK and power cycle the unit after at least 5 seconds.

Notes: 

(1) CMU is short for Camera Multi Unit, which is used for camera functions control.

(2) During IMU and CMU upgrade, it is recommended to unplug the CAN-Bus cable between GCU and MC

to avoid MC disturbing the upgrade.

(3) After firmware upgrade, please re-recognize setup using Assistant software.

(4) If it is notified that the network or DJI Innovations server is busy, please try again later with above 

procedures.

(5) If firmware upgrade failed, please try again with the above procedures.

Software Upgrade 

Click Info  Software Info, if there is a software version more up-to-date than your current version, you will be able 

to download the Upgrade Version. 

You can also check the product version via Info  SN. This includes Hardware ID,IMU,GCU,Software. 

SN is a 32 digits authorization code for unit function activations. We had already filled in the authorization code for 

your unit after manufacture. You might be asking to fill in the new SN in the future if you brought new function 

upgrades. Fill in the SN and then click Write button. If you filled in an invalid SN over 30 times, your product will be 

locked and you have to contact our customer support.
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Test

STEP1. Check List Before Every Flight

For safety reasons, please pay serious attention to all following items Before Every Flight. 

(1) Gimbal is installed firmly to aircraft, and camera mounted correctly and stably. Make sure the Lens of 

camera is pointing to the aircraft nose direction.

(2) All cables are in correct and firm connection, without anyone in backwards. 

(3) Gimbal video signal cable is in good soldered condition if wireless video transmission module used. Make 

sure to connect Wireless Video Transmission Unit to GCU first, then power on.

(4) Correct TX settings. 

(5) Correct camera settings.

(6) Normal connection between GCU and autopilot system.

(7) Upgrade Autopilot System MC Firmware.

STEP2. Gimbal Test

1. Make sure the batteries are fully charged for transmitter, GCU and all the other devices on your aircraft.

2. Switch on the TX.

3. Turn on the camera first then power up the gimbal and wait for gimbal self-testing.

4. After initializing, camera lens will point to aircraft nose direction, that is, the three axes of gimbal should 

be in the condition as the above diagram shows.

5. Toggle the Tilt Control switch on your transmitter, and make sure it is working properly. Then try to feel if 

your gimbal moves to the corresponding direction. If not, check your settings.

6. When finishing test, please power off the gimbal first then turn off the camera.

Note: 

 If the gimbal is abnormal (unlike the diagram shows) after initializing, turn to Trouble Shooting in 

Appendix.

 Keep the power-on gimbal system still and horizontally during test. If you have to hold and move the 
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aircraft with power-on gimbal, the inclination angle of the aircraft should not exceed 35°.

 Please do not land the aircraft with power-on gimbal on uneven ground (such as grass lawn or rocky 

roads), in which environment there may have external forces act on the gimbal or the gimbal will get 

shocked, then the gimbal will enter into Hibernation Mode.

 Hibernation Mode for gimbal protection. In the condition that the camera is not mounted on the gimbal 

the gimbal will enter into Hibernation Mode, in which the gimbal is out of control from Transmitter. You 

must mount the camera correctly and power cycle the system to activate the gimbal.

 Hibernation Mode for gimbal protection. When certain external forces act on the gimbal, it will enter 

Hibernation Mode too. You must take notes to avoid too large forces affecting the normal working status 

of gimbal and power cycle the system to activate the gimbal.

 It’s better to use separate battery pack to test the gimbal at the beginning to ensure functionality before 

making steps to power on of flight controller, gimbal, OSD, FPV gears etc.

Appendix

Trouble Shooting

NO. What Why How to 

1

Gimbal keeps drifting 

after initialization

(1) TX trims are too much (1) Adjust the TX trims

(2)GCU and autopilot system is 

disconnected

(3)Gimbal mounting direction is 

disaccording to aircraft nose

(2)Connect GCU and autopilot 

system

(3)Ensure Gimbal mounting direction 

is the same with aircraft nose

2

The gimbal is abnormal 

after initializing

Abnormal calibration after 

manufacture

Please contact local dealer or DJI 

Innovations customer service

3

Can’t distinguish gimbal 

pointing when using

BVR flight

Try to use a wireless video 

transmission module.

Settings Using with the A2 Flight Control System

Users should configure the H3-2D’s pitch control in the A2 assistant software when using with the A2 Flight 

Control System. Map the H3-2D channel to a switch on the transmitter. It is recommended to use a Knob switch 

channel, which is only used for H3-2D pitch control on the “Channel Map” page (as the following diagram shown).
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Specifications

General 

Built-In Functions (1) 2-axis gimbal

(2) DJI gimbal special servos drive module

(3) All aluminum alloy manufacture

(4) Built-in independent IMU module

(5) Light-weight

(6) WKM, NAZA-M, NAZA-M V2 ,PHANTOM supported

(7) GoPro3 supported

(8) Based on Zenmuse technology

 

 

 

Peripheral 

Supported Camera GoPro3 Silver and Black 

GCU Input Power 3S~6S LiPo (12V~26V)

Assistant Software System Requirement Windows XP SP3; Windows 7; Windows 8

Mechanical& Electrical Characteristics 

Working Current  Static current: 400mA (@12V)

 Dynamic current: 600mA (@12V)

Gimbal Input Power 3S~6S (12V ~26V)

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C

Gimbal Weight 230g(With GoPro3)

Gimbal Dimensions (With Damping Unit) 99.5mm ×85.5mm ×92.75mm

GCU Weight 22g 

GCU Dimensions 42 mm X32 mm X9.3 mm

Working Performance 

Controlled Angle Accuracy 0.08°

Maximum Controlled Rotation Speed Roll axis:±30°/s

Tilt axis: ±130°/s

Controlled Rotation Range Roll axis control: ±39°

Tilt axis control: -130~+50°

Regulatory Approvals 

FCC (USA) Yes

CE (EU) Yes

ROHS(EU) Yes
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AVL58 5.8G Video Link

User Manual

V1.0

2012-10-30
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Disclaimer

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read the instructions carefully before installing the

hardware and software for this product, this will ensure trouble free operation of your Video Link RX and 

TX. Please use this product in accordance with the provisions of your local authorities and regulations.

Contents

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

Contents................................................................................................................................................2

Introduction............................................................................................................................................2

Contents................................................................................................................................................3

Installation .............................................................................................................................................4

Specification ..........................................................................................................................................5

Trouble Shooting....................................................................................................................................6

Introduction

The AVL58 includes both Video Link Transmitter (TX) and Video Link Receiver (RX), working in the ISM 

frequency band of 5.8GHz (5645- 5945MHz MHz). Analogue modulated video signals are sent wirelessly 

by the TX module to the RX module, and then the video signal will be demodulated and sent to a display.

There are 8 wireless channels can be selected when you are using AVL58. These channels are:

CH1-5705MHZ, CH2-5685MHZ, CH3-5665MHZ, CH4-5645MHZ, CH5-5885MHZ, CH6-5905MHZ, 

CH7-5925MHZ, and CH8-5945MHZ.

The characteristics of the AVL58 are: small size, low power consumption and high sensitivity. The AVL58

can be used in many applications requiring wireless video communication. When it’s used in the 

aero-modeling hobby, the Video Link Transmitter will be mounted to the aircraft and the Video Link 

Receiver is connected to a display screen, allowing video signal wireless transmission.
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Contents

5. 8GHz Video Link Transmitter (TX) ×1

Analogue modulated video signals will be sent 

wirelessly by the TX module, working in the frequency

band of 5.8GHz with 8 channels.

5.8GHz Video Link Receiver (RX) ×1

Connect to a display screen.

The signal will be demodulated and sent to the display 

by the RX module, working in the frequency band of 

5.8GHz with 8 channels.

Antenna ×2

Optional, please make purchase according to your need.

Please refer to the Clover-Leaf Antenna User Manual for 

all antenna details.

Video Input Cable ×1

Connect the TX to the video input source, with a port 

connecting to the battery for power supply, 

Video Output Cable ×1

Connect the RX module to a display screen, 

transmitting video signal to display on the screen.

Power Cable ×1

Connect the battery to the RX module and the display 

screen through the power cable for power supply.
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Installation

STEP1. Please assemble two antennas to the Video Link Transmitter and Receiver.

STEP2. Connect the Video Link Transmitter to a video input source, and then connect the Video 

Link Receiver to a display screen and battery.

STEP3. Make sure the Video Link Transmitter and Receiver are working on the same channel by 

using the channel-selection button; refer to the LED indicator flash pattern.

TX

RX

RX Knowledge · Battery can apply power for both the RX module and the display screen with an input voltage range of 3S. · Video Output Port transmits video signal, connected to the display screen. · Chanel-Selection Button, which is for RX wireless channel selection. · LED indicates the RX working channel .

调频按键

TX Knowledge · Video input port is A 8-pin Port. The TX transmits both channel control signal (CH1, CH2, ...CH8) and video signal. Make sure the connection of the port is correct. · Chanel-Selection Button, which is for TX wireless channel selection. · LED indicates the TX working channel .

Antenna

Battery

Display Screen

Antenna

Video Input Source

Battery (3S~6S) AVL5 8 TRANSMITTER 5.8G VideoLink 8 5 L V A REVI ECER kni L oe di V G8. 5

!

Important:

 The antenna MUST be connected before power on, otherwise electronics damage may occur.

 When use a battery to supply power for the RX and the display screen, the battery voltage must 

not be higher than the input voltage of the display screen; otherwise damage may occur to your 

display screen.

 Ensure there is no obstacle between antennas; otherwise the communication range will be reduced.

LED Indicator

CH 1 CH 2

CH 3 CH 4

CH 5 CH 6

CH 7 CH 8

Red LED blinks once after pressing the channel-selection button, indicating successful selection.
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Specification

Performance Parameter

Outdoor/RF Line-of-Sight Range 1.0 km

Transmit Power 500mW

Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER) -90dBm 



2dBm 

Frequency Band 

CH1-CH8

 CH1:5705MHZ

 CH2:5685MHZ

 CH3:5665MHZ

 CH4:5645MHZ

 CH5:5885MHZ

 CH6:5905MHZ

 CH7:5925MHZ

 CH8:5945MHZ

Physical Parameter

Operating Temperature -20~70oC

Size (No Antenna) 

 TX: 50cm(length)X30cm(width)X22cm(height)

 RX: 55.5cm(length)X48cm(width)X17cm(height)

Weight (No Antenna) 

 TX: 39g

 RX: 49.5g

Hardware Supported

Antenna Options SMA

Transmitter Supply Voltage 3S~6S LiPo

Receiver Supply Voltage 3S LiPo

Transmitter Current 575mA



50mA(@12V)

Receiver Current 90mA



10mA(@12V)

Software Supported

Built-in Functions

 5.8GHZ Broadband FM Video Transmit & Receive 

Synchronously 

 Analog Video Output to Display

 8 Transmitting and Receiving Channels
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Trouble Shooting

No. What Why How to

1

Power supply is 

OK, but no video

There is problem with the video 

input.

Please check the video input.

2 No video

The RX and TX modules are not 

set to the same channel.

Make sure RX and TX modules are 

on the same channel by using the 

channel-selection button.

3

Video is flashing 

and rolling.

1. The video mode of the display 

screen sets incorrectly.

2. The RX and TX modules are 

not set to the same channel.

1. Reset the video mode of the 

display screen.

2. Make sure RX and TX modules 

are on the same channel.

4

The transmission

distance between 

the RX and TX is 

shortening.

1. The antenna assembly is 

incorrect.

2. The RX and TX modules are 

not set to the same channel.

1. Make sure there is no obstacle 

between antennas.

2. Make sure RX and TX modules 

are on the same channel.
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iOSD mini User Manual V1.06 

 

Introduction 

DJI iOSD mini is specially designed for DJI flight control system during the FPV flight or other aero-modeling activities. It

displays real time video and OSD information, to bring users more involved flight experience.

Specified autopilot systems for the iOSD mini:

Autopilot System Required Accessories Firmware Version 

NAZA-M series NAZA PMU V2 4.02 or above

WooKong-M series --- 5.16 or above

Specifications 

Voltage 6V Working Current (Typical Value) 180mA@6V

Temperature -20°C~60°C Dimension 33.2mm x 28.2mm x 10.55mm

Weight 14g Video Input/ Output Mode PAL/NTSC (automatically recognize)

Assembly & Connection 

1. Prepare the iOSD mini、DJI autopilot system、video input source(e.g. camera)、wireless video transmitter 

module(including transmitter and receiver), monitor, and then assemble all these to aircraft.

2. Connect the iOSD mini according to the following diagram. Connect your wireless video receiver module and 

monitor correctly.

CAN-Bus port(extended port)

To wireless video transmitter module GND To wireless video transmitter module signal To video input device(e.g. camera) GND

To PC for configuration and upgrade via a Micro-USB cable. To video input device(e.g. camera) signal

CAN-Bus port, is for iOSD mini power supply and communication with Autopilot system. iOSD mini LED Indicator Abnormal Normal Data communicating
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OSD Display Description 

12.0V

1m

ATT FS

0

0.0

1

2

3

6 8 9

D

H

P 0o R 0o

4

5

7

11

m V 0.0 s

10

12

45~179 45~179

13

Az 34°

94%

15m 14

15 NO. Function Display Description 

1 Power voltage 、 blink

Real time battery voltage of the aircraft power, unit in V. (For 

PHANTOM 2 there will be current battery level percentage 

shown in addition.)

Blink: first level low-voltage alert, the alert threshold is same 

to the protection voltage value set in the assistant software.

2

Distance between aircraft 

and home point

D

(unit in m)

Show when the home point is successfully recorded

3 Height

H

(unit in m) Vertical height between the aircraft and the take-off point

4 Control mode ATT, M, GPS  ATT is Atti mode

 M is Manual mode

 GPS is GPS mode

5 FailSafe mode FS, APT, GHome  FS: FailSafe mode

 GHome: Go home 

 APT: Ground station mode

6 Pitch attitude P 0o

Positive value means the aircraft nose is pitching up;

Negative value means the aircraft nose is pitching down.

7 Roll attitude R 0o

Positive value means the aircraft is rolling to right. 

Negative value means the aircraft is rolling to left.

8 Flight velocity 0.0m/s Horizontal speed of aircraft.

9 GPS satellite

0

Number of GPS satellites acquired.

10 Aircraft nose direction 、 、

Home Point 0° 45° 45°

180°

Nose direction

Display the relative angle between the 

aircraft nose and home point. The 

aircraft nose is pointing to the home 

point when the icon is in the middle 

of monitor screen, which can help users 

to pull the aircraft back. 

11 Vertical velocity

0.0 、

0.0 :Upward speed in vertical direction

:Downward speed in vertical direction

12 Attitude line Use for aircraft attitude observation.
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13 Compass error indicator blink

Blinking will appear when compass has errors, please

calibrate your compass.

14 Azimuth angle Az(0

o ~360o

)

N

180°

S

0°

Az=225° Home Point Aircraft

90° H

D

W 270° E

Azimuth angle is a horizontal angle 

measured clockwise from the 

North base line to the line goes

through the home point and 

aircraft position. Users can locate 

the aircraft by calculating the 

aircraft position using Az, 

D , 

H.

15 Airport alert blink

Blinks when the aircraft enters a no-fly zone*. 

Disappears when the aircraft exits no-fly zone*. 

Notes: 

* For more information about the no-fly zones, visit www.dji.com and download the Phantom 2 User Manual.

Install Driver and Assistant Software 

1. Please download the driver installer and assistant software from the iOSD mini page of DJI website (www.dji.com). 

2. Connect the iOSD mini and the PC via a Micro-USB cable, and power on the iOSD mini system.

3. Run the driver installer, and follow the tips to finish installation.

4. Run the assistant software installer, and follow the tips to finish installation.
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Assistant Software Usage 

iOSD Setting Software & Firmware Upgrade etc

Text Indication Main Window

Data Communication Indicator PC Connection Indicator

Warning Setting

Language

iOSD is successfully connected to Assistant software.

Trouble Shooting 

NO. What Why How to 

1

Only OSD information, 

video signal loss.

Video input error.

Ensure the connection between iOSD mini 

and video input port is OK.

2

Only video signal, OSD 

information loss.

Connection between iOSD mini and 

autopilot system error.

Ensure the connection between iOSD and DJI 

autopilot system is OK.

3

Both video signal and 

OSD information loss.

Signal transmission error.

Ensure the communication between the video 

transmitter and receiver is working correctly.

4

Both video signal and 

OSD information loss.

The video signal cable to monitor is 

unconnected or short circuit.

Ensure the connection of video signal cable is 

OK.

Disclaimer 

Thank you for purchasing product(s) from DJI Innovations. Please read the instructions carefully before installing the 

hardware and software for this product, this will ensure trouble free operation of your product. DJI Innovations accepts 

no liability for damage(s) or injured incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product.

DJI is a registered trademark of DJI Innovations. Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are 

trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are copyrighted by 
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DJI Innovations with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in any form 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.