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Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

### 1. In the Box 2. Phantom 3Professional UserManual 3. Phantom 3Professional QuickStartGuide 4. Phantom3Professional

### IAdvancedSafetyGuidelinesandDisclaimer 5. Plmntom3Professional

### IAdvancedIntelligentFlightBatterySafetyGuidelines We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer before you fly. Prepare for yourfirst flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide and referto the User Manual for more detailed information.

Please watch thetutorial videos atthe link below, which demonstrates howto use Phantom 3 Professional safely: http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-3/video

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the OR code tothe right to download the latestversion. 

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# ContentsUsing this manual Legends 

### 2 Read Before the First Flight 

### 2 Video Tutorials 

### 2 Download the DJI Pilot app 

### 2 Product Profile Introduction 

### 6 Feature Highlights 

### 6 Preparing the Aircraft 

### 7 Aircraft Diagram 

### 8 Remote Controller Diagram 

### 8 Aircraft Flight Controller 

### 11 Flight Mode 

### 11 Flight Status Indicator 

### 11 Return-to-Home (RTH) 

### 12 Smart RTH 

### 12 Low Battery RTH 

### 13 Failsafe RTH 

### 14 Vision Positioning System 

### 14 Flight Recorder 

### 16 Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

### 16 DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 

### 17
Remote Controller Remote Controller Profile 

### 23 Using the Remote Controller 

### 23 Remote Controller Status LED 

### 27 Linking the Remote Controller 

### 28 Remote Controller Compliance Version 

### 29Camera and Gimbal Camera Profile 

### 31 Gimbal 

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DJI PilotApp Camera 

### 35 Director 

### 38 Store 

### 38 Discovery 

### 38 Flight Flight Environment Requirements 

### 40 Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

### 40 Preflight Checklist 

### 44 Calibrating the Compass 

### 44 Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

### 45 FlightTest 

### 46 Starting/Stopping the Motors 

### 46 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Appendix Specifications 

### 54 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

### 56 FCC Compliance 

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### This section introduces the Phantom 3 Professional and lists the components of the aircraft and remote controller.

# Product Profile

The Phantom 3 Professional represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It Is capable of capturing 4Kvideo and transmitting an HDvideo signal out ofthe box. The built-In camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability while minimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the Vision Positioning System allowsthe aircraftto hover accurately In place.

Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 Professional, you're shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per second and capturing 12 megapixel photosthat lookcrisper and cleanerthan ever. An enhanced sensor gives you greaterclarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previousflying camera. HD Video Downlink: The low-latency long range HD downlink is powered by an enhanced version of OJI Lightbridge. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh OJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells and an advanced power managementsystem. Flight Controller: The next-generation flight controller has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable flight experience. A newly implemented flight recorder stores critical datafrom each flight and the Vision Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is unavailable.

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Removing Gimbal Clamp Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding Ittothe right (when facing the nose ofthe aircraft), as shown below.

Attaching the Propellers: Mountthe propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and sp'1n counter-clockwise to secure. Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all propellers are securely in place.



## & Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lockthem in position. Preparing the Remote Controller: The mobile device holder is designed forsecuring tablet ormobile device. Tiltthe mobile device holderto the desired position, then adjustthe antennas sotheyarefacing outward. 

### 1. Press the button on the top right side ofthe mobile device holderto release the clamp, then adjustthe

clamp to fitthe size ofyour mobile device. 2. Secure your mobile device in the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the

remote controller using aUSB cable. 3. Plug one end of the cable into the mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of

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[1] Antennas Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Securely mounts your mobile device to the remote controller
. [3] Control Stick Controls the orientation and movementofthe aircraft, [4] Return Home (RTH) Button Press and hold the button to initiate Returnto Horne (RTH).[5] Battery Level LEOs Displays the battery level of the remote controller. [6] Status LED Displays the remote controller's system status. [7] Power Button Used to turn the remote controller on and off. [8] RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.

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(Only functions when the remote controller is [13] connected to amobile device running the DJI Pilotapp.) [10] Playback Button Playbackthe captured images orvideos. (Only functions when the remote controller is connected to amobile device running the DJI Pilot app.) [11] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is selected, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [12] Flight Mode Switch Switch between P-mode, A-mode, and F-mode. [13] Video Recording Button Press to start recording video. Press again to stop recording. [17] C1 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [18] C2 Button Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. [19] Power Port Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to charge the battery ofthe remote controller. [14] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal. [15] Mircro-USB Port Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the firmware. [16] USB Port Connectto mobile device orto aUSB portfor firmware upgrade.

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# Aircraft This section introduces the features of the Flight Contt·oller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery

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# Aircraft

The Phantom 3 Professional's flight controller features several important upgrades, Including a new flight mode. Safety modes include Failsafe and Return-to-Home. These features ensure the safe return ofyour aircraft If the control signal is lost. The flight controller can also save critical flight data from each flight to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability and a new air braking feature.
Three flight modes are available, The details of each flight rnode are found below: P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on signal strength of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors : P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft Is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is using onlythe Vision Positioning Systern for positioning. P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft Is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning Systern are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and the Home Pointwas recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this rnode. For rnore information about IOC, referto the IOC section in theAppendix. 

## '<;): Use the Flight Controller rnode switch to changethe flight mode ofthe aircraft, referto the "Flight Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information.

The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs are shown in thefigure below:

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The Front LEOs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEOs glow solid red when the aircraft is turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the system status ofthe flight controller. Refertothe table belowfor more information aboutthe Aircraft Status Indicators:
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The Return-to-Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes these three scenarios in detail.

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Use the RTH button on the remote controller (referto :'RTH button" on page 26 for more information) or tap the RTH button In the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraftwill then automatically return tothe last recorded Home Point. You may use the remote controller's control sticks to control the aircraft's position to avoid a collision during the Smart RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Srnart RTH button again to terminate the procedure and regain full control ofthe aircraft.



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### The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Is depleted to apointthat mayaffectthe safe return ofthe aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted. The OJI Pilot app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The aircraftwill automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after aten-second countdown. The user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds forthese warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's currentaltitude and distance from the Home Point. The aircraft will land automatically If the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft's orientation during the landing process. The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the OJI Pilot app, and is described below:

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### ;<J; •When Critical battery level warning Is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward to make the aircraft hover at Its current altitude, giving you an opportunityto navigate to amore appropriate landing location. • The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated

remaining flighttime. They are automatically adjusted according to the aircraft's current location and status.
If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass Is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Returnto-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote controller signal connection is re-established. Failsafe Illustration 

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## & ·Aircraft cannot return to the Home Point when GPS signal is weak ( [**nill** displays grey) or unavailable. •Aircraft automatically descends and lands if RTH is triggered when the aircraft flies within a20

meters (65feet) radius ofthe Home Point. Aircraftwill stop ascending and immediately return to the Horne Point if you rnove the throttle stick ifthe aircraft reaches 20 meters (65 feet) altitudes or beyond during Failsafe. •The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set a

suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Carnera" and select "MODE >Advanced Settings > Failsafe mode" to setthe Failsafe altitude. • User cannot control the aircraft while the aircraft is ascending to its failsafe altitude. However

the usercan press Srnart RTH button to regain control to cancel the ascending.

The OJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current position. With the help ofVision Positioning, your Phantom 3Professional can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where aGPS signal is not available. The main components of the VIsion Positioning System are located on the bottom of your Phantom 3 Professional; they include [2] two ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera.



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Using Vision Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Professional is turned on. No further action is required. VIsion Positioning Is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS 

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# ° Professional can hover precisely even without GPS. 

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning:

# ~ 1. Toggle the flight mode switch toP-mode.

### ·~ P 2. Place the aircrafton aflat surface. Note thatthe Vision Positioning system cannotwork '.

properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations. 3. Turn on the aircraft. Tile aircraft status indicator will flash green two times, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift off and the aircraft will hover in place. 

## & The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is flying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating above sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from P-mode to A-mode automatically if neither GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution itl the following situations: • Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). • Flying overahighly reflective surfaces. • Flying at high speeds(over 8m/s at 2meters orover4m/s at ·1 meter). • Flying overwater ortransparent surfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces orobjects. • Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequentlyor drastically. • Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 100,000) surfaces. • Flying oversurfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). • Flying oversurfaces without clear patterns ortexture. • Flying oversurfaceswith identical repeating patternsortextures (e.g. tileswiththe same design). • Flying over inclined surfacesthatwill deflect sound waves awayfrom the aircraft. ©2015 DJ!. A!! Rigt1ts 11ef!01Ved. 15Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

# 'tJ' •Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness ofthe sensors. • Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft Is ataltitudes of

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### 3 meters. • The Vision Positioning System may notfunction properlywhen the aircraft isflying overwater. • The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions (lessthan 

### 100 lux). • Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHzwhen Vision Positioning system is

in operation. • Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the

ground (below 0.5 meters) atfast speeds
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## 0 Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar 

# a· sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to sorne animals. 

### §_, Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. This includes flight telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters. To access these data, connect the aircraft to the PC through the Mlcro-USB port and launch the DJI Pilot app.

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Professional. The grey and black nuts on the propeller indicate where they should be attached and in whicl1 direction whey should spin. To attach the propellers properly, match the nut colorwith the motor axis color.

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# Attach,t[h Legends El") Lock: Turn the propellers In the indicated direction to mount and tighten. 

### 'b"'j Unlock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. Attaching the Propellers 

### 1. Be sure to remove the warning stickers frorn the motors before attaching the propellers. 2. Attach the propellers with silverdots onto the motors with sliveraxes and spin the propellers clockwise

to secure thern in place. Attach the propellerswith black dots ontothe motorswith blackaxes and spin the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand before flight.



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## & •Ensure propellers are attached to Its corresponding motors, othetwlse the aircraftcannottake off. •Wear gloves wl1en handling propellers. •Hand tighten each ofthe propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure It is attached firmly. Detaching the Propellers Hold the motor in place with one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlockdirection. 

## & · Checkthatthe propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before everyflight. • Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,

or broken propellers. • Toavoid Injury, STAND CLEARofand DO NOTtouch propellersormotorswhentheyare spinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellers for abetterand saferflight experience.

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, avoltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate chargerthat has been approved byDJI.

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## & The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery"for more information. 

## '(j: Be aware thatthe output powerofthe supplied Phantom 3Professional charger is 1 DOW. 

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### Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators displaythe current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs displaythe current battery powercycle. 3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of

total powerwhen it is idle for more than ten days. 

### Ittakes around two days to discharge the battery to 65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilotapp. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances thevoltage of each battery cell when charging. 5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stopswhen the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The batterywill only charge when the temperature is between

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40°C (104°F). 7. OverCurrent Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (morethan 8A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: To preventover-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when

the battery voltage reaches 12V. 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the powersupplywhen ashort circuit is detected, © 2015 D,J!. All Rigt1ts ReSEII'VmJ. 17Phantom 3 Professional User Nanual 10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays awarning message when a damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history In the DJI Pilot app. 12. Sleep Mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after20 minutes of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery'svoltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to the aircraft's main controller. 

## & Refer to Phantom 3 Professional/ AdvancedIntelligentFlightBatterySafetyGuidelines before use. Users take full responsibilityforall operations and usage. Using the Battery

Turning ON/OFF 

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LE.IXl r----'r-LED4 F'ower l3ulton (EluliHn LED) '-...__.,:;;;;;;;;.-=-""-----l3attery Level Indicators Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicatorswill displaythe current battery level. Turning Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The battery power LED will flash when powering offthe Phantom to allowautomatically stopping of arecording during the event recording wasn't stopped. LowTemperature Notice: 1. Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in lowtemperature ( <0°C) environments. 2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely lowtemperature (

### <-10°C) environments.

Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures between -10°C and

## soc. 3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Pilot app displays the "Low Battery Level Warning" in lowtemperature

environments. 4. Keep the battery indoorstowarm it before flying in lowtemperature environments. 5. To ensure optimal performance ofthe battery, keep the batterytemperature above 20°C. 6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell's temperature is not within the operating

range 

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## & In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for approximately 1-2 minutes to warm up before taking off. Checking the Battery Level The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See belowfor details.


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### EJ.§ The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

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## 0 0 0 =0% Battery life Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5seconds to checkthe battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blinkfortwo seconds, as shown below:



# ill When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. 

### EJ.§ For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is listedunderthe batterytab.

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### 19Phantom3 Professional User Manual Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connectthe Battery Chargerto a power source (100-240 V50/60Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connectthe Intelligent Flight Batteryto the Battery Charger. Ifthe battery

level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level Indicatorwill displaythe current battery level as it Is charging. 4. The Intelligent Flight Battery Is fully charged when the Battery Level indicators are all off. 5. Air
..cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow its temperature to dropto room temperature

before storing Itfor an extended period. 

## & · We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the standard chargeratthe same time, otherwise the charger mayoverheat. • Always turn off the battery before inserting It or removing it from the Phantom 

### 3 Professional.

Never insert or remove a batterywhen it is turned on.

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### SHortcircuitd§!ected Overcharge detected OVer-voltage

## obargerdetected Charging temperature Is too lowPhantom3 Professional User Nanual Afterthese Issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn offthe Battery Level indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back In to resume charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the chargerwill resume charging when thetemperature Is within the allowable range.



## & DJI does nottake any responsibilityfor damage caused bythird-party chargers. 

# '(!: Howto discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: Slow :Place the Intelligent Flight Battery intothe Phantom 3 Professional's BatteryCompartment and turn It on. Leave It on until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot app to check battery levels. Rapid :Flythe Phantom 3 Professional outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on.

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# Remote Control This section describes the features of the remote controller and Includes instructions for controlling the aircraft and the camera.

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# Remote Controller

The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that Integrates the video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft remote control system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED Indicators on the front panel ofthe remote controller.



# --------------------------------------- 1=1=1 CP •Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliantwith both CE and FCC regulations. •Operating Mode: Control can be setto Mode 1or Mode 2, orto acustom mode. •Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. •Mode 2: The left stickserves as the throttle.
To preventtransmission interference, do notoperate more than three aircrafts in the samearea.
Turning the Remote Controller On and Off The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a capacity of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow the steps belowto turn on your remote controller: 1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will

displaythe current battery level. 2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller. 3. The remote controllerwill beep when it Is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEOs will glowsolid green when linking is complete. 4. Repeat Step 2to turn offthe remote controller.

Charging the Remote Controller Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Referto the figure on next page belowfor more details. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Rm>0!V8d. 

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Power Button Controlling the Camera Shootvideos/pictures, view recorded Images, and adjust camera settings viathe Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller.

[1] Camera Settings Dial **[6]--+11-~** [4]--- -[3]

Turn the dial to adjust carnera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of the rernote controller. Move the dial to left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback rnode. Press down on the dial totoggle between these settings. [2] Playback Button Press to view irnages and videosthat have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take aphoto. If burst rnode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with asingle press. [4] Video Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. [5] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tiltofthe girnbal. ControllingAircraft This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the rernote controller. The Rernote Control is setto Mode 2 by default. 

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### Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed awayfrom the center position.


### Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft's elevation.



# ~ **~** Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place. 1!J 

### The more the stick Is pushed awayfrom the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional will JJ ({) 

### change elevation. Always push the stick gently 

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### ;::. Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the 

### Q. rudder and rotation ofthe aircraft.



### ~ Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counterclockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft



# ~ clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3

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### Professional will maintain its currentorientation. The more the stick is pushed awayfrom the center position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional will rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft's forward and backward pitch. <$Ill 

### Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly 

# .. backward. Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place ifthe stick is centered. Push thestickfurther awayfrom the center position for alarger pitch angle(maximum 30')andfasterflight. Moving the right stickcontrol left and right changes the aircraft's left and right pitch. Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place if the stick is centered.



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# ~ Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point 

### @ downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static.

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### Hold and twist the controller sticks clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust the length of the controller sticks. A proper length of controller sticks can Improvethe controlling accuracy. Flight Mode Switch 

### Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P-mode, F-mode and Amode. Position 1

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P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different versions of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available; the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but asufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using onlyVision Positioning for position holding. P-ATII: NeitherGPS norVision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometerfor positioning, so only altitude is maintained. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses only its barometerto stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Horne Point if rernote controller signal is lost and the Horne Pointwas recorded successfully. F-rnode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For rnore information about IOC, refertothe IOC section in the Appendix. By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked to P-rnode. To unlockotherflight rnodes, launch the OJI Pilot app, enterthe "Carnera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Multiple Flight Mode". RTH Button Press and hold the RTH button to startthe Return-to-Horne (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH Button will blinkwhite to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH rnode. The aircraft will then return to the last recorded Horne Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control ofthe aircraft.

26 ©2.1JH; D,ll. All Rigtlk. Rosorvod.Phantom 3 Professional User Jvlanual Connecting Your Mobile Device Tiltthe mobile device holdertothe desired position. Press the button on the side ofthe mobile device holder to release the clamp, and then placeyourmobile device intothe cradle. Adjustthe clamp down to securethe mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of the cable intoyourmobile device and the otherend intothe USB porton the backofthe remote controller.

OptimalTransmission Range The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that is depicted in the image below: Opt1mal IransmiSSIOn llange /

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# '" strong weak Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operatorand the aircraft.

The Status LED reflects the strength ofthe connection between the remote controller and the aircraft. The RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information aboutthese indicators.

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# & The Remote Status Indicatorwill blink red and sound an alert, whenthe battery level iscritically low.

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new remote controllerforthe firsttime. Followthese steps to linkanew remote controller: 1. Turn on the remote controller and connecttothe mobile device. Launch the DJI Pilot app. 2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera" and tap on i;J;."' ,1 1!1 

### and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below.


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# > Default stick mode is Mode 2, chflnging stick modes alters the way the aircraft Is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode, C1 

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### 4. The remote controller is readyto link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and abeep is

emitted. 

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# > > Searching foraircraft frequency, timeout In 54 seconds he aircraft is controlled. Press the linking button on the aircraft to linkthis remote controller Cancel Defined 

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### 5. Locate the linking button on the side ofthe aircraft, as shown In the figure below. Press the link button

to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote controller is successfully linked to the aircraft.

Link Button



# ,±, •The remote controller will un-link itselffrom an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the same aircraft.

The remote controller is compliantwith both CE and FCC requirements.

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# Camera nd im This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal's operation modes.

# Camera and Gimbal

The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps or 4K at up to 30fps with the Phantom 3 Professional) and 12 megapixel stills. You may choose to record the video In either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse mode. A live preview of what tile camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile deviceviathe DJI Pilot app. Camera Micro-SO Card Slot To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SO card into the slot, as shown below, before turning on the Phantom 3 Professional. The Phantom 3 Professional cornes with a 16GB Micro-SO card and supports Micro-SO cards up to 64 GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card Is recommended due to their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data.



## 0 Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the Phantom 3 Professional when it is turned on. Camera Data Port Turn on the Phantom 3 Professional and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos and videos to yourcomputer.



## & The aircraft must be turned on before attempting to accessthe files on the Micro-SO card.

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### Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot the images or videos through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about howto use these buttons, referto "Controlling the Camera Page 24". Camera LED 

### Indicator Camera LED Indicator lights up after the flight battery Is powered on. It 

### provides information on the working status ofthe camera.



### '!.,~:-Green Fast Blink (0.2s off, 0.1son ) 

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The 3"axis gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear, stable images and video. The gimbal can tilt the camerawithin a 120° range.

Usethe gimbal dial on the remote controllerto control t11e tilt movementofthe camera.

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**F\e~<:l!Ved.**Phantom3 Professional User Manual Gimbal Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera settings page of the DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controllerfor changestotake effect. Referto the table below for details:
Follow Mode The angle between gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constant at all times. FPV Mode The gimbal will synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a first-person perspective flying experience. 

## & · A gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) tile aircraft is placed on uneven ground or the gimbal's motion is obstructed (2) the gimbal has been subjected to an excessive external force, such as acollision. Please take offfrom flat, open ground and protectthe gimbal at all times. • Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The

gimbal will recover full functionality after it dries.
Anti-Drop Kit The anti-drop kit helps keep the gimbal and camera connected to the aircraft. Two pins have been mounted prior to shipping. If new or additional pins are required, see the diagram below. Press Part 

## CD through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part® ,then lockthem together as shown@. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonallyfrom each other is recommended.

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# DJI 

# ilot This section introduces the four main functions of the OJI Pilot app.

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# DJI PilotApp The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifically for the Phantom 3 Professional. Use tt1is app to control the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, and User Center, which are used for configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It Is recommended thatyou use atabletforthe bestexperience.

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The Camera page contains alive HDvideo feed from the Phantom 3 Professional's camera. You can also configure various camera parameters from the Camera page.

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## 8:Thetext nextto this icon indicates the currentflight mode. Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allowyou to modifyflight limits and setthe gain values. 

## ;\j: The aircraft is set to "Beginner Mode" by default. The aircraft cannot fly 30 meters (98 feet) higher and beyond the recorded Home Point under beginner mode. Disable this mode in the MODE setting page. 

# ----------------------------------------------- [2] GPS Signal Strength

**111!:** This Icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings

**~** CL: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC settings menu and selectthe desired IOC setting. [4] System Status

**IJJ~\iii1!11:** This icon Indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. [5] Battery Level Indicator

**--<>--<>~~··•** 

## :The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carry out differentfunctions. [6] Remote Controller Signal 

## Ill" 11111: This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength !]Q]" 111II: This leon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level 

## 1ft1 00%: This icon showsthe current battery level. Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the batterywarning history. [9] General Settings :::Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters, reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight route display. [10] Camera Operation Bar Shutterand Recording Settings 

### l!:i> :Tapto entervarious camera value settings, including color space forthe recording, resolution of the videos, image size and soon, 

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ShUtter • :Tap this button to take asingle photo. Press and hold this button to select single shot, triple shot ortime-lapsed shooting modes. Record • :Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the VIdeo Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the samefunctionality. Playback 

## [E] :Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings



### ~;::Tapto set ISO, shutterand auto exposure values ofthe camera. [11] Vision Positioning



### ~ :This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. [12] FlightTelemetry

The Vision Positioning Status Icon is highlighted when the Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated bythe flight attitude icon. (1) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas Indicate pitch. (3) The angle ofthe boundary between the light blue and darkblue areas indicatesthe roll angle. [13] Map Displaythe flight path ofthe currentflight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[14] Dynamic Home Point



### ~ : Press this button to enable the dynamic home point feature, the home point then will be reset to position ofthe mobUe device.

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## &; :Initiate RTH horne procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recmJod horne point. [16] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

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## :f.: :Tapto initiate auto takeoffor landing. [17] Livestream 

## @ :Livestrearn icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on Yowlu

### be. Be sure the rnobile data service is available on the rnobile device. [18] Back

**~** 

### :Tapto return tothe rnain GUI.

Director is an automaticvideo editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply tap "Director" frorn the app's horne screen. You can then select aternplate and a spl8cified number of clips, which are automatically cornblned to create ashortfllrn that can be shared lrnrnedl8-telv.
Tap "Store" to visit the official DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily buy new products.
Sync pictures and videos to your rnobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status in "Discovery". Useyour registered DJI accountto login to "Discovery".

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# li ht This section describes safe flight practices and flight restrictions.

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# Flight Once pre-flight preparation is complete, It Is recommended thatyou use the flight simulator in the DJI Pilot app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open area.

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s ,

snow, rain and fog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies ofwater. 4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations

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

temperature.Be very careful when flying at altitudes greaterthan 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea level, as the performance ofthe battery and aircraft may be affected. 6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within the polarareas.

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by default, which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance limits, and No-FlyZones. When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to manage flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft altitude from exceeding 1640feet (500 m). Maximum flight altitude 

### &Radius Limits Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your Phantom 3 Professional will fly in arestricted cylinder, as shown below:

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Warning: Distance limit reached, Aircraft Status Indicator
Rapid red flashing ·1/Jf ······when close to the max radius limit.

Flight Limits DJI Pilotapp Aircraft Status Indicator 

# Niaxlhium FU9lit: ·Altitude Max Radius No limits

• If you fly out of the limit, you can still control the Phantom 3, but cannot fly it any father. If the 

## & Phantom 3 Illes out of the rnax radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) rnode, it will fly back within range automatically. • If the Phantom 3 Illes out of the rnax radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back

within range automatically. No-FlyZones All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly. No-Fly Zones are divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports include majorairports and flying fields where manned aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border Jines between countries or sensitive Institute. The details ofthe No-FlyZones are explained asfollow: Airport (1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised ofTake-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each zone features circles ofvarious sizes. (2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is aTakeoff restricted zone, Inside ofwhich take off is prevented. (3) Frorn R1 mile to R1 

### + 1mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) frorn the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is limited to 1640feet (500 meters) at R1

### +1mile (4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-Fly Zones, awarning message will appear on the DJI Pilot app,

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### -R2------ Restricted Area No·fly zone Restricted·altiiLJde flight zone Warning zone**~** (1) Restricted Areas does not haveflight altitude restrictions. 

### ;::r (2) Rmiles around the designated restriction area is aTake-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take 

### off within this zone. The value of Rvaries based on the definition ofthe restricted areas. (3) A"warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraftapproaches within 0.062 miles (100m) ofthis zone, awarning message will appearon the DJI Pilotapp.

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Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI PilotApp Prompt Status Indicator Motors will notstart. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take offprohibited. No-flyZone Ifthe aircraft enters the 

# • restricted area in A-mode, but is Warning: You are in ano-flyzone. switched to P-mode, the aircraft will automatically descend, land, Automatic landing has begun. and stop its motors. R1: Warning: You are in a 

# ·ifff
...... Ifthe aircraft entersthe restricted restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing Restricted- area inA-mode, but is switched safe altitude. altitude flight to P-mode, itwill descend to an R2: Warning: You are in a zone restricted zone. Maximum flight appropriate altitude and hover altitude is restricted to between 15feet belowthe altitude limit. 20m and 500m. Flycautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a there will be awarning
. restricted zone, Flycautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.


## ffi Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. 

## & • When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and continue for3seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5seconds at which point itwill switch backto blinking red. • For safety reasons, please do notfly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines,

citycenters, orothersensitive areas. Flythe aircraft onlywithin your line of sight.

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1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctlyand firmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 6. The DJI Pilot app is successfully connected tothe aircraft.

IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, which can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight performance orflight failure. Regularcalibration is required for optimal performance. 

## 0 •Do not calibrate your compass where there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference. Sources of potential Interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean Jl metal structures <0" 

### ;::r • Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones. • Do not calibrate in direct proximityto large metal objects. • DO NOTcalibrate indoors. Calibration Procedures Choose an open areato carryoutthefollowing procedures. 1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight

preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap the Aircraft Status Bar in the app and select "Calibrate", then followthe on-screen instructions. 2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display asolid

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axis. Recalibrate the compass ifthe Aircraft Status Indicatorglows solid red.



## & If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircraftto adifferent location and try again. 

# '\!' Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the OJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate tile compass, DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such as ametal bridge, cars, scaffolding. When to Recalibrate 

### 1.WI1en compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicatoris blinking green and yellow. 2.When flying in anew location or in alocation that is differentfrom the most recentflight. 3.When the mechanical or physical structure ofthe Phantom 3Professional has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, I.e. Phantom 3 Professional does notfly in straight line.

Auto Takeoff Use auto takeoff only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use the autotakeofffeature: 

### 1. Launch the DJI Pilot app, and enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 4, Tap"±", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the icon to confirm and takeoff. 5. Aircrafttakes off and hovers at 

### (1.2 meters) above ground.



## & Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidlywhen it is using.the Vision Position System for stabilization. The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is sufficientGPS lock before using the AutoTake-offfeature.

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### 45Phantom 3 Professional User Manual Auto-Landing Use auto-landing only ifthe Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Followthe steps belowto usethe auto-landing feature: 1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 2. Check the landing area condition before tapping 

### "!.", to begin landing. Then follow the on-screen

instructions.
Starting the Motors A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors llave started spinning, release both sticks simultaneously.
OR Stopping the Motors There are two methods to stop the motors. Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle down<D, then conduct the same CSC that was used to startthe motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors will stop afterthree seconds. 

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## escwhen the aircraft Is in midair, otherwisethe motorswill suddently stop.
Takeoff/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat areawith the battery level indicators facing towards you. 2. Turn on the remote controller and your rnobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the OJI Pilot app and enterthe Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it Is now safe

tofly. Iftheyflash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 5. Push the throttle up slowlyto take offor use Auto Takeoff. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the OJI Pilot app. 7. To land, hoveroveralevel surface and gently pull down on thethrottleto descend. B. After landing, execute the

## esc command or hold thethrottle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 9. Turn offthe Intelligent Flight Batteryfirst, then the Remote Controller. 

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# it o When the Aircraft Status Indicators blinkyellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode.
o A low battery level warning Is Indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or

rapidly during flight.

o Watch ourvideo tutorials for more flight information. Video Suggestions and Tips 1. Gothrough the full pre-flight checklist before eachflight. 2. Selectthe desired gimbal operation mode in the OJI Pilotapp. 3. Only shootvideowhen flying in P-mode. 4. Alwaysfly in good weather and avoid flying in rain or heavywind. 5. Choosethe camerasettingsthatsuityourneeds. Settings include photoformatand exposurecompensation. 6. Perform flighttests to establish flight routes and previewscenes. 7. Push the control sticks gentlyto keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable.

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# Appendix

Weight (Battery & Propellers Included)

· Ma8:AidentSpeed Max. Descent Speed MaVspeed Max. Flight Altitude

### M~x. 

### Fli§ht.}'lme Operating Temperature

Velocity Range 1280 g 

### 5rh/s 3 m/s 

### i

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### wfiid) 6000m

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## ooc to 40°C

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

# -6' ;Altitude 

### Rariga/· D 

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. 30 cm-300 em**~** Operating Range Q_ 

## x·

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

## fS!) Ra.Me loo-320Q(vide6) 106,)6od(pho\d) · Electronic Shutter Speed 8s ·1/8000s 

## lrnMe Max,:size 

## 4abox3obo Single shot Still Photography Modes

Video Recording Modes 

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# b:t**Vidt~o** Storage Supported File Formats



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## ··. · ... 54 © 2015 fJ,JI. AU Rigl1ts RfmerveJ. Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing {AEB): 3/5 Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapse 

### Mi6ros'D**0ax.6~pa?ity:64** G\8. Clafs

### 1~ofUHS·1**'~"·""'···~"'·** UHD : 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 FHD: 1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60

FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)Operating Frequency 'rrarismittin9

### pistahd~ Video Output Port Operating feinpetature Range Battery 

### M6bile Devlce

### Hold~r Transmitter Power(EIRP)

Capacity Vol)a\oJe

BatteryType 

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Net Weight**·opera\ihgJ,~itfperature** Max. Charging Power

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2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

# 26oo1t\**(Ou!d~or**And URobs\ructed) USB 

### 0°0·40°0 6000 mAh LiPo 28

### f~bi~Wand 

### sihaliphones FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm

4480 mAh LiPo 48 

## MWh 365 g 

### ct06

### C, 100W

Turning on and**Self~Diagnostics** Airel

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## l.Jp Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) sate

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## (8~@;ae'wl~**V1~l~.t1-~6sillciriiligbu\w1!Hodt Qi"~f**  Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) Remote ControllerSignal Lost

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## [MU Efror Critical Error

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### IOC allows users to lockthe control orientation ofthe aircraft in different modes. There are three working modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft Is in F-mode, therefore the user musttoggle the flight mode switch to activate IOC. Refertothe table below:

Home Lock (HL)* 

### The nose

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### · · · · ·· · Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forward and backward controls will move the aircraftfartherfrom and closerto the established Home Pont, regardless of howthe orientation and position ofthe aircraft changes. 

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## '\j: *Home Lockand Point of Interestfeature are corning soon. IOC Requirements IOC is only available underthefollowing conditions:

Course Lock 

## Hornelock POl Using IOC No Yes None

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### None



### Aii'cr~J\ ('>1om , 

### HorrtePoint Aircraft ,sm·soom, 

### Point of Interest Toggle the Flight Mode Switch F-mode and followthe instructions prompted on the DJI Pilot app to select the desired IOC mode.



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