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0 Warning &important ;iJ' Hints and Tips 1$1 Reference 

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

1. In the Box 

2. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

3. Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

5. Plmntom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines 

We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer 

before you fly. Prepare for your first flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide and 

refer to the User Manual for more detailed information. 

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to 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 to the right 

to download the latest version. [!] :~j[~ [!] ~;:.:·~~ 

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The Android version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. 

The lOS version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with lOS 8.0 or later. 

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Contents 

Using 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 29 
Camera and Gimbal 

Camera Profile 31 

Gimbal 32 

DJI Pilot App 

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 

Flight Test 46 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 46 

Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

Appendix 

Specifications 54 

Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 56 

FCC Compliance 57 

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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 

4K video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the 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 allows the aircraft to 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 photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor 

gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying 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 management system. 

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 data from 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 It to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below. 

Attaching the Propellers: 

Mount the 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 lock them in position. 

Preparing the Remote Controller: 

The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to 

the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outward. 

1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the 

clamp to fit the size of your mobile device. 

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

remote controller using a USB cable. 

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

the remote controller. 
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[I] GPS 

[2] Propeller 

[3] Motor 

[4] Front LED Indicator 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimbal and Camera 

[7] Camera Status Indicator 

[8] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

[9] Aircraft Status Indicator 

[10] Intelligent Flight Battery 

[II] Vision Positioning Sensors 

[12] Antennas 

[13] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

[14] Camera Micro-USB Port 

[15] Link Button 

[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 

movement of the aircraft, 

[4] Return Home (RTH) Button 

Press and hold the button to 

initiate Return to 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. 

[9] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

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[15] [16] 

(Only functions when the remote controller is [13] 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

Pilotapp.) 

[1 0] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile 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 of the remote controller. 

[14] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

[15] Mircro-USB Port 

Connect to a SD card reader to upgrade the 

firmware. 

[16] USB Port 

Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for 

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 of your 

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 only the 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 Point was recorded successfully. 

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

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

'<;): Use the Flight Controller rnode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to 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 the figure 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 of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status 

Indicators: 

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:~~H~:;~); ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively 

:{~~~·.:'"Green arid Yellow Fl~sh Alterllatively • 

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~~X2•· · .. ·Green Flashes twice . 

:\'(): · · · ···Yellow Flashes Slowly 

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Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and VIsion 

Positioning) 

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without GPS) 

Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision 

Positioning) 

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:($).• ······Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning 

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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. 

Home Point ~tllll 

If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point 

is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal 

strength is indicated by the GPS icon ( ~ rull ). The aircraft status 

indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded. 

Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to :'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 aircraft will then automatically return to the 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 of the aircraft. 

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The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Is depleted to a point that 

may affect the safe return of the 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 

aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after a ten-second countdown. The 

user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds 

for these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's current altitude 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: 

Low battery 

level warning 

· ¢rrfl¢a1Low 

batt~h;ifevel 

warning 

Estimated 

remaining 

flight time 

Critical Low bartery level Sufficient battery 

warning(f1ecl) Jev,I(Green) 

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to return homo 

Battery levellndicalor 

The battery Aircraft status 

power is low. indicator blinks 

Please land the RED slowly. 

aircraft. 

Estimated 

remaining flight 

based on current 

battery level. 

N/A 

Tap "Go-home" to have the 

aircraft return to the Home Fly the aircraft 

point and land automatically, back and land 

or "Cancel" to resume normal It as soon as 

flight. If no action is taken, possible, then 

the aircraft will automatically stop the motors 

: go home and land alter I o : and replace the 

· seconds. Remote controller · battery. 

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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 

opportunity to navigate to a more appropriate landing location. 

• The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated 

remaining flight time. 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 a 20 

meters (65 feet) radius of the Home Point. Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to 

the Horne Point if you rnove the throttle stick if the 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 set the Failsafe altitude. 

• User cannot control the aircraft while the aircraft is ascending to its failsafe altitude. However 

the user can 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 of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Professional can hover in place more precisely 

and fly indoors or in other environments where a GPS 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 ?. 

is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 ° 

Professional can hover precisely even without GPS. gj, 

Follow 

1. Toggle 

the steps 

the flight 

below 

mode 

to use 

switch 

Vision 

toP-mode. 

Positioning: ~ ·~ P 

2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot work '. 

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 over a highly reflective surfaces. 

• Flying at high speeds( over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at ·1 meter). 

• Flying over water or transparent surfaces. 

• Flying over moving surfaces or objects. 

• Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. 

• Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 100,000) surfaces. 

• Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). 

• Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. 

• Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same design). 

• Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the aircraft. 

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'tJ' • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness 

of the sensors. 

• Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft Is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light 

conditions (less than 100 lux). 

• Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when 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) at fast speeds .. 

)> 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. 

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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 color with the motor axis color. 

Figure 

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 silver dots onto the motors with sliver axes and spin the propellers clockwise 

to secure thern in place. Attach the propellers with black dots onto the motors with black axes 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 aircraft cannot take off. 

• Wear gloves wl1en handling propellers. 

• Hand tighten each of the 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 unlock direction. 

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

• Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, 

or broken propellers. 

• To avoid Injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. 

• ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience. 

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ 

discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved 

byDJI. 

Intelligent Flight Battery ~~ Charger 

& 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 that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 1 DOW. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 

1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current battery level. 

2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs display the current battery power cycle. 

3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of 

total power when it is idle for more than ten days. It takes 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 Pilot app. 

4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging. 

5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between ooc (32°F) and 

40°C (104°F). 

7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected. 

8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when 

the battery voltage reaches 12 V. 

9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected, 

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10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning 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 after 20 minutes of inactivity. 

13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery's voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to 

the aircraft's main controller. 

& Refer to Phantom 3 Professional/ Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before 

use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. 

Using the Battery 

Turning ON/OFF 

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F'ower l3ulton (EluliHn LED) 

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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 Indicators will display the 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 off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping 

of a recording during the event recording wasn't stopped. 

Low Temperature Notice: 

1. Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in low temperature ( < 0°C) environments. 

2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature ( < -1 0°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 low temperature 

environments. 

4. Keep the battery indoors to warm it before flying in low temperature environments. 

5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C. 

6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell's temperature is not within the operating 

range (ooc- 40°C ), 

& 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 

below for 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. 

0 : LED is on. J1 : LED is flashing. 

0 :LED Is off. 

0 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 5 seconds to check the 

battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two 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 

listed under the battery tab. 

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Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 

1. Connect the Battery Charger to a power source (100-240 V 50/60Hz). 

2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. If the battery 

level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 

3. The Battery Level Indicator will display the 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 drop to room temperature 

before storing It for an extended period. 

& · We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the 

standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. 

• Always turn off the battery before inserting It or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional. 

Never insert or remove a battery when it is turned on. 

Intelligent Flight BatWy Chargm 

0 0 0 0 

Battery Protection LED Display 

Power Outlet 

; 75%t>1dd.% 

Fully Charged 

The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns. 

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Over charge detected 

OVer-voltage obarger detected 

Charging temperature Is too low 
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After these Issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the 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 charger will resume 

charging when the temperature Is within the allowable range. 

& DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. 

'(!: How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: 

Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 3 Professional's Battery Compartment 

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 : Fly the 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 of the remote controller. --------------------------------------- 1=1=1 

CP • Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. 

• Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode. 

• Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. 

• Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle. 

To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area. 

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 below to turn on your remote controller: 

1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will 

display the current battery level. 

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

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

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

complete. 

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

Charging the Remote Controller 

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

details. 

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Controlling the Camera 

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

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

[1] Camera Settings Dial 

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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 to toggle between these settings. 

[2] Playback Button 

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

[3] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst rnode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single 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 tilt of the girnbal. 

Controlling Aircraft 

This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the rernote controller. The 

Rernote Control is set to 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 away from the center position. 

Remarks 

Moving the left stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's elevation. 

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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 

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Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the Q. 

rudder and rotation of the 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 

~ Professional will maintain its current orientation. 

The more the stick is pushed away from 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 if the stick is centered. 

Push the stick further away from the center position for 

a larger pitch angle (maximum 30') and faster flight. 

Moving the right stick control 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 

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camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the 

dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point 

@ downwards. The camera will remain in its current 

position when dial is static. 

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Adjusting Controller Sticks 

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 

Improve the 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 a sufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using 

only Vision Positioning for position holding. 

P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude is maintained. 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses 

only its barometer to stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Horne Point if rernote controller 

signal is lost and the Horne Point was recorded successfully. 

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

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

By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked to P-rnode. To unlock other flight rnodes, launch the OJI Pilot 

app, enter the "Carnera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Multiple Flight Mode". 

RTH Button 

Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Horne (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH 

Button will blink white 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 of the 

aircraft. 

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Connecting Your Mobile Device 

Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the mobile device holder 

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

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

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

Optimal Transmission Range 

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

is depicted in the image below: 

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Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission 

performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft. 

The Status LED reflects the strength of the 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 

about these indicators. 

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& The Remote Status Indicator will blink red and sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low. 

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new 

remote controller for the first time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller: 

1. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch the DJI Pilot app. 

2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Enter "Camera" and tap on i;J;."' ,11!1 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below. 

< RC Control Setting X 

RC Calibration > 

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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, 

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

emitted. 

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

to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote 

controller is successfully linked to the aircraft. 

Link Button 

,±, • The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the 

same aircraft. 

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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 

device via the 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 your computer. 

& The aircraft must be turned on before attempting to access the 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 how to use these buttons, refer to "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 of the camera. 

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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 camera within a 120° range. 

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control t11e tilt movement of the camera. 

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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 

controller for changes to take effect. Refer to 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 a collision. Please take off from flat, open ground and protect the 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 lock them together 

as shown@. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended. 

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functions of the OJI Pilot app. 

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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 that you use a tablet for the best experience. 

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

configure various camera parameters from the Camera page . 

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

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

set the 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 

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[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 select the 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 different functions. 

[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 

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

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

battery warning history. 

[9] General Settings 

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

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

route display. 

[1 0] Camera Operation Bar 

Shutter and Recording Settings 

l!:i> :Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution of 

the videos, image size and so on, 

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ShUtter 

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

or time-lapsed shooting modes. 

Record 

• : Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the 

VIdeo Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same functionality. 

Playback 

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

captured. 

Camera Settings 

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

[11] Vision Positioning 

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

[12] Flight Telemetry 

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

Flight attitude is indicated by the flight attitude icon. 

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

(2) Light blue and dark blue areas Indicate pitch. 

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

[13] Map 

Display the flight path of the current flight. 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 of the mobUe device. 

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[15] Return to Home (RTH) 

&; : Initiate RTH horne procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recmJod horne point. 

[16] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

't I :f.: :Tap to initiate auto takeoff or 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 

~ :Tap to return to the rnain GUI. 

Director is an automatic video 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 a ternplate and a spl8cified number of 

clips, which are automatically cornblned to create a short fllrn 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". Use your registered DJI account to login to "Discovery". 

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Flight 

Once pre-flight preparation is complete, It Is recommended that you 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 of water. 

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

and radio transmission towers. 

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

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

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

6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within the polar areas. 

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

regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by default, 

which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance 

limits, and No-Fly Zones. 

When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to 

manage flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft 

altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m). 

Maximum flight altitude & Radius Limits 

Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the 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 a restricted cylinder, as shown below: 

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• 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-Fly Zones 

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 major airports and flying fields where manned 

aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border Jines between countries or sensitive 

Institute. The details of the No-Fly Zones are explained as follow: 

Airport 

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

zone features circles of various sizes. 

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

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

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

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

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

on the DJI Pilot app, 

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No·fly zone Restricted·altiiLJde flight zone Warning zone 

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

;::r (2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off 

within this zone. The value of R varies based on the definition of the restricted areas. 

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

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

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Zone Restriction DJI Pilot App Prompt Status 

Indicator 

Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a No-fly 

zone. Take off prohibited. 

No-fly Zone If the aircraft enters the • restricted area in A-mode, but is Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. 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 ...... If the aircraft enters the restricted restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing Restricted- area in A-mode, but is switched safe altitude. 

altitude flight to P-mode, it will descend to an R2: Warning: You are in a 

zone restricted zone. Maximum flight appropriate altitude and hover altitude is restricted to between 15 feet below the altitude limit. 

20m and 500m. Fly cautiously. 

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

there will be a warning . restricted zone, Fly cautiously. 

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 

for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which 

point it will switch back to blinking red. 

• For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, 

city centers, or other sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight. 

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1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 

2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 

3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 

4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 

5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 

6. The DJI Pilot app is successfully connected to the aircraft. 

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

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

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

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 proximity to large metal objects. 

• DO NOT calibrate indoors. 

Calibration Procedures 

Choose an open area to carry out the following procedures. 

1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight 

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

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

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

green light. 

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

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

& If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your 

aircraft to a different location and try again. 

'\!' Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the OJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen 

instructions to calibrate tile compass, DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such 

as a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding. 

When to Recalibrate 

1 .WI1en compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yellow. 

2.When flying in a new location or in a location that is different from the most recent flight. 

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

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

Auto Takeoff 

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

auto takeoff feature: 

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. Aircraft takes off and hovers at (1 .2 meters) above ground. 

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

The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is 

sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature. 

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Auto-Landing 

Use auto-landing only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the 

auto-landing feature: 

1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

2. Check the landing area 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 start the motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both 

sticks once motors stop. 

Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors will stop after three 

seconds. 

® OR 

M<llhod 1 Meti'IOd 2 

& Do not perform a esc when the aircraft Is in midair, otherwise the motors will suddently stop. 

Takeoff/Landing Procedures 

1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the battery level indicators facing towards you. 

2. Turn on the remote controller and your rnobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Launch the OJI Pilot app and enter the Camera page. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first, then the Remote Controller. 

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it o When the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow 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 our video tutorials for more flight information. 

Video Suggestions and Tips 

1. Go through the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 

2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in the OJI Pilot app. 

3. Only shoot video when flying in P-mode. 

4. Always fly in good weather and avoid flying in rain or heavy wind. 

5. Choose the camera settings that suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compensation. 

6. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and preview scenes. 

7. Push the control sticks gently to 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 e rn/s (Aft! mo8:~, no wfiid) 

6000m 

Aprroxlmate1Y.2s.fiitt1·Lt~~ 

ooc to 40°C 

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

-6' ; Altitude Rariga/· D ·86 ci'h,366om . 

~ Operating Range 30 cm-300 em Q_ 

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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 4abo x3obo 

Single shot 

Still Photography Modes 

Video Recording Modes 

lvlax; !!inr"'te b:t Vidt~o 

Storage 

Supported File Formats 

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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: 1920x1 080p 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 

Battery Type 

';Frwi[pY ·· 

Net Weight 

·opera\ihgJ,~itfperature 

Max. Charging Power 

:(/$;.·······Green Flashes Slowly 

:¢11:· ·····Yellow Flashes Slowly 

:(y): ...... Fast Yellow Flashing 

~~j · :·~,. · ~bW R(:ld ~IJshihg~·. 

·th~ ······Fast Red Flashing 

Red F!Ei.shlng Alternatively 

-tFf!:- Solid Red 

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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~W and sihaliphones 

FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm 

4480 mAh 

LiPo 48 

MWh 

365 g 

ct06C, 

100W 

Turning on and Self~Diagnostics 

Airel a~ W~YrtJIH~ l.Jp 

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

sate loRy (8~@;ae'wl~ V1~l~.t1-~6sillciriiligbu\w1!Hodt Qi"~f 

Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) 

Remote Controller Signal Lost 

Li:JWBa\t~iyWarning 

Critical Battery Warning 

[MU Efror 

Critical Error 

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IOC allows users to lock the control orientation of the aircraft in different modes. There are three working 

modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft Is in F-mode, 

therefore the user must toggle the flight mode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: 

Home Lock (HL)* 

The nose ~irection, at t~e lime that GL ts set, Will iernalnthe toy,vard direCtion 

regarafess of hoW the orientation ana position ol thfi alrcrafi ChaH~es. This will 

rernaihfixed until you resefltof!lxifcL mod~, · · · · ·· · 

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

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

Pont, regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. 

Pblnt oi Interest: f'le66rd a pofnf6f fotere§t (~6i), :Tiiei~iro/aft t~il ii-i~n olrol~ 

POint oflnterest (POl)\ . :;arcj!Jhti the.~91 <(11d Jhe nose W)H.a1WaY8 pbin'!s k3ij.i~rd fhe.POL . 

'\j: *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are corning soon. 

IOC Requirements 

IOC is only available under the following conditions: 

Course Lock 

Horne lock 

POl 

Using IOC 

No 

Yes 

None 

~.11: 

None 

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

Aircraft , sm·soom, Point of Interest 

Toggle the Flight Mode Switch F-mode and follow the instructions prompted on the DJI Pilot app to select 

the desired IOC mode. 

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FCC Compliance 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including Interference that may cause undesired 

operation. 

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 

user's authority to operate the equipment. 

Compliance Information 

FCC Warning Message 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

This device compiles with part 16 of tile FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

("I) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

This equipment should be installed and operated witll minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

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

transmitter. 

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

pursuant to part 16 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 

harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in 

a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 

which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 

the interference by one or more of the following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

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

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio(TV technician for help. 

IC RSS warning 

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subject to the 

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device rnust accept any 

interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 

Le present areil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada licables aux areils radio exernpts de licence. 

L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes: 

(1) l'areil ne dolt pas produlre de broulllage, et 

(2) l'utilisateur de l'areil dolt accepter tout brouillage radloelectrlque subi, meme si le brouillage est 

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IC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

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

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

your body. 

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could 

void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

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