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Re: Exemption Request Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization 

and Reform Act of 2012, 49 U.S. C. § 44701 (/),and Part 11 of the 

Federal Aviation Regulations 

Dear Sir or Madam: 

On behalf of our client, Olympus MGA Corporation and its affiliates ("Olympus"), 

pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (the "Reform 

Act"), Subsection (f) of 49 U.S.C. § 44701, and 14 C.F. R. Part 11, we request an 

exemption from the Federal Aviation Administration Regulations listed below and 

discussed in Appendix A to allow Olym?us to conduct commercial operations with the 

DJI Phantom 3 Professional ("Phantom") , small unmanned aircraft systems ("sUAS") for 

aerial photography and videography in connection with homeowner and private property 

insurance inspections for policyholders of Olympus or its affiliates2 and to conduct 

research and development operations to explore the use of sUAS to improve catastrophe 

response.

3 

Conducting the sUAS operations requested herein can be done safely in the National 

Airspace System ("NAS ") and is in the public interest for several reasons, which are 

detailed further herein and include: (1) removing safety risks associated with requiring 

both underwriters and claims adjustors to access and inspect potentially dangerous areas, 

including slippery or unsteady roofs, (2) reducing the risks associated with performing 

inspections of catastrophe areas with manned aircraft, (3) reducing the time required to 

complete underwriting and pay claims, ( 4) reducing instances of insurance fraud, and (5) 

improving the efficiency of Olympus' business operations. 

1 The Phantom already has been approved for commercial use. See Exemption Nos. 12347 and 12303. 2 The FAA has granted similar exemptions. See Exemption Nos. 11857, 11293, 12030. 3 The FAA has granted similar exemptions. See Exemption Nos. 11188, 11309, 12030. 

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• Applicant Information 

The name of the Applicant: Olympus MGA Corporation 

The primary contact for this application, with a copy to the undersigned at the address above is: 

Jeffrey B. Scott 

President and Chief Executive Officer 

Olympus MGA Corporation 

4200 Northcorp Parkway 

Suite 400 

Palm Beach Gardens, PL 33410 

• Exemptions Requested 

Olympus requests exemptions from the following regulations: 

14 C.P.R. Part 21, Subpart H; 

14 C.P.R. 61.23(a) and (c); 

14 C.P.R. 61.101(e)(4) and (5); 

14 C.P.R. 61.113(a) and (b); 

14 C.P.R. 61.315(a); 

14 C.P.R. 91.7(a); 

14 C.P.R. 91.119(c); 

14 C.P.R. 91.121; 

14 C.P.R. 91.151(a); 

14 C.P.R. 91.405(a); 

14 C.P.R. 91.407(a)(l); 

14 C.P.R. 91.409(a)(l) and (2); 

14 C.P.R. 91.417(a) and (b). 

• Airworthiness of the sUAS 

The Phantom is a quadcopter with a gimbal-mounted camera manufactured by DJI, a market 

leader in sUAS. The Phantom and its predecessors has been authorized to conduct 

commercial operations, including property inspections, under several Section 333 

. 4 exemptiOns. 

4 SeeExemptionNos. 12347, 12303,11138,11153,11189, 1119l,and 11195. 

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Technical specifications for the Phantom are summarized in the table below: 

DJI Phantom 3 Professional 

Diagonal Size 590mm 

Total Weight 1280 g (2.82 lbs) 

Max Ascent Speed 5 mls (9.72 knots) 

Max Descent Speed 3 mls (5.83 knots) 

Max Flight Speed 16 mls (31.1 knots) 

Hover Accuracy: .1 m (.33') I 1.5 m (4.92') Vertical I Horizontal 

Controller Frequency 2.400 - 2.483 GHz 

(Main Channel) (FCC Compliant) 

Controller Range 2,000 m (1 mi, 427 yards) 

DJI provides detailed training manuals, maintenance procedures and user's guides for the 

Phantom.5 Collectively, these documents will be referred to as "Operating Documents". PICs 

will be required to comply with all maintenance and inspection procedures outlined in the 

Operating Documents. 

• Operating Conditions 

Olympus requests an exemption subject to the conditions listed in Appendix B, which are 

identical to the operating conditions required for the FAA's previous grants of exemptions 

under Section 333. 

In accordance with the conditions approved in previous exemption grants, Olympus is 

requesting authority to operate the Phantom within visual line of sight and below 400 feet 

AGL, except as provided by FAA Air Traffic Control via CO A. These operating conditions, 

along with those listed in Appendix B, and the sUAS safety features listed below provide 

an equivalent level of safety. 

The Phantom has the following safety features to ensure public safety and safe integration into 

the NAS: 

A. Stability Control with Auto-Takeoff and Auto-Land: The automated flightcontrol system can take off and land automatically, and the system autocorrects 

the aircraft's position to adjust for environment disturbances such as wind. 

B. Intelligent Orientation Control aoC) ami Inertial Measurement Unit {[MU): 

The built-in inertial sensor and barometric altimeter measures orientation and 

altitude, respectively, and communicates this data back to the controller. 

5 The Phantom Operating Documents are attached in Appendix C. The Phantom Operating Documents are 

available at http://www .dj i.com/product!phantom-3/download. 

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C. Live Map and Radar with Failsafe & Battery Warnings: The controller 

displays a live map and radar to show the aircraft's recent flight path, heading, 

bearing and distance from "home" (a predetermined start location within the 

boundaries of the privately owned property) for complete situation awareness. It 

also illustrates battery status and low- battery warnings with estimated time to 

return "home" to alert the PIC and ensure that the aircraft does not power down 

unexpectedly during use. 

D. LED Flight Indicators: LED lights are mounted to the four rotor arms of each 

model to visually indicate aircraft orientation (attitude) and status of the flight 

control system, alerting the PIC of possible issues. 

E. Maximum Height and Radius Limits: Before beginning flight, the PIC may 

set a maximum altitude and distance that prevent the sUAS from exceeding 

altitude limits and distance from "home." 

F. Flight-limited Safety Zones: The sUAS flight software comes loaded with a 

list of restricted areas that are divided into one of three categories: category A, 

category B, or no fly. Category A areas include major international airports; 

Category B is comprised of smaller airports; and the no-fly zones are sensitive 

national security areas. Each restricted area is comprised of a no-fly zone in 

which the sUAS cannot be operated and a warning zone surrounding the no-fly 

zone in which the PIC is alerted to the sUAS' proximity to a restricted area. 

Category A areas also include larger restricted-altitude zones in which the sUAS 

will only fly below a certain altitude. 

G. Loss of Link: The built-in GPS system that aids in stability control will 

automatically return the sUAS to "home" if communication between the 

controller and aircraft is lost. The sUAS will enter failsafe mode when 

connection with the controller is lost and will wait 3 seconds before either 

landing or returning to a home point to land, depending on whether the sUAS is 

operating in GPS mode. When in non-GPS mode, the sUAS automatically lands 

after 3 seconds. In GPS mode, the aircraft automatically returns to home and 

lands. When flying back to home, the aircraft first will ascend to pre-set 

altitude to avoid obstacles. If the aircraft is above the pre-set altitude when loss 

of link occurs, it will fly directly back to the home point. 

H. Loss o( GPS: If a loss of GPS occurs, the PIC maintains positive control of the 

aircraft and can either land the sUAS, hover in place until GPS is reacquired, 

or continue the flight. Additionally, the sUAS have the ability to abort a flight in 

the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies. 

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• Operator Requirements 

As a condition to the grant of the exemptions, Olympus will require that the PIC hold either 

an airline transport, commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC 

will also hold a current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver's license issued 

by a state, the District of Colombia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal 

government. The PIC will meet the flight review requirements specified in 14 CPR§ 61.56 

in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate. 

At the conclusion of the training, the PIC will be able to safely operate the sUAS in a 

manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under this exemption, including 

evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, 

vessels, vehicles, and structures. This training will include the following, to the extent 

necessary for the operations: 

1) Perform an appropriate number of flights with the specific sUAS to be operated to 

obtain proficiency. 

2) Successfully learn and demonstrate all relevant flight maneuvers in the Phantom 3 

Pilot Training Guide. 

3) Study and be knowledgeable of all relevant sections of the model-specific User's 

Manual, Safety Guidelines, Battery Safety Guidelines, and other relevant applicable 

manuals, updates, alerts, warnings and safety bulletins provided by DJI for the specific 

s U AS to be operated. 

4) Study and be knowledgeable of all relevant sections of the Inspire 1 Maintenance 

Manual and the Guide to the Phantom 2 Vision & Vision+. 

5) Understand and demonstrate relevant evasive maneuvers outlined in the "Always be 

Prepared for the Worst" scenarios outlined in the Guide to the Phantom 2 Vision & 

Vision+ (applicable for operators of both the Phantom and the Inspire 1). 

Training flights will be conducted over private or controlled-access property, including but 

not limited to Olympus' headquarters. Training flights will be logged for each PIC in 

training in a manner consistent with 14 CPR§ 61.51(b). 

Olympus respectfully submits that the operator qualifications take into account the operating 

conditions and characteristics of the sUAS. 

• Public Interest 

Using sUAS technology to inspect roof tops in lieu of requiring its employees to visually 

inspect roofs and to conduct research and development into catastrophe support operations 

offers a net safety benefit and will achieve an enhanced level of safety, as mandated under 

Section 333(c) of the Reform Act. Approval of this application also will benefit the public 

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interest by providing faster and more cost-efficient insurance claim processmg and 

insurance underwriting. 

Use of sUAS technology will also serve the public interest by helping to curb insurance fraud. 

If insurance carriers can quickly and efficiently document their risk portfolios before and after 

a loss, claims paid based on fraudulent circumstances will naturally reduce, as will the 

instances of attempted fraud. 

Additionally, no national security issue is raised by the grant of the requested exemption due 

to the sUAS' small size and load-carrying capacity, as well as their operational limitations and 

lack of flammable fuel. All PICs will have been screened by the Department of Homeland 

Security. 

The grant of the requested exemption is in the public interest based on the clear direction 

in Section 333 and 49 U.S.C. § 44701(£), the equivalent and enhanced level of safety of the 

proposed operations, and the significant public benefit, and cost savings to be realized as a 

result of the use of sUAS for aerial inspections. Accordingly, the applicant respectfully 

requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption without delay. 

• Privacy Concerns 

The proposed operations will take place only over private or controlled-access property and 

only after obtaining written or verbal consent from the individual who owns or controls the 

property or is the property owner's authorized representative, pursuant to the express 

requirements of the application or policy of insurance, before each flight. No privacy issues 

are raised by this application. 

• Federal Register Summary 

Pursuant to 14 C.P.R. § 11.81(£), the following summary is provided for publication in 

the Federal Register, should the FAA determine that publication is needed: 

DocketNo.: No. FAA-2015-

Petitioner: Olympus MGA Corporation 

Section of 14 CFR: Part 21, Subpart H, § 61.23(a) and (c), § 61.101(e)(4) and (5), 

§ 61.113(a) and (b),§ 61.315(a), § 91.7(a), § 91.119(c), § 91.121, § 91.151(a), § 91.405(a), 

§ 91.407(a)(1), § 91.409(a)(l) and (2), and §91.417(a) and (b). 

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Description of Relief Sought: Olympus seeks an exemption to conduct private property 

inspection operations using a small unmanned aircraft (55 pounds or less). 

Best regards, 

cc: Jeffrey B. Scott 

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APPENDIX A 

EXEMPTION REQUEST AND EQUIVALENT LEVEL OF SAFETY 

SHOWINGS UNDER APPLICABLE RULES SUBJECT TO EXEMPTION 

Olympus requests an exemption from the following regulations as well as any additional 

regulations that the FAA deems necessary to the operation of the DJI Phantom 3 Professional 

sUAS: 

14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 

Tile 14, Part 21, Subpart H of the Code of Federal Regulations establishes the procedural 

requirements for the issuance of airworthiness certificates as required by § 91.203(a)(l). Given 

the size and weight of the aircraft, the operating conditions, design safety features, and the 

proposed conditions and limitations, it is unnecessary to go through the certificate of 

airworthiness process under Part 21 Subpart H to achieve or exceed current safety levels. Such 

an exemption meets the requirements of an equivalent level of safety under Part 11 and Section 

3 3 3. Section 3 3 3 authorizes the FAA to exempt aircraft from the requirement for an 

airworthiness certificate, upon consideration of the size, weight, speed, operational capability, 

and proximity to airports and populated areas of the s U AS involved. 

In this case, an analysis of these criteria demonstrates that the sUAS operated without an 

airworthiness certificate, under the conditions proposed herein, will be at least as safe, or safer, 

than a conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft) with an airworthiness certificate. The 

Phantom weighs 2.82 pounds. It does not carry a pilot, passenger or flammable fuel. It will 

operate exclusively within a controlled area pre-disclosed and in compliance with the 

conditions set forth herein. Unlike other civil manned aircraft operations, operations under this 

exemption will be tightly controlled and monitored by the PIC and visual observer, pursuant to 

the conditions set forth in Appendix B, the Operating Documents, and local public safety 

requirements. The FAA will have advance notice of all operations, to the extent required, 

through the filing of NOTAMs. The lack of flammable fuel and the fact that the aircraft are 

carried to the location and not flown there all establish an equivalent level of safety. The sUAS 

provide at least an equivalent level of safety to that of such operations being conducted with 

conventional aircraft that would be orders-of-magnitude larger and would be carrying 

passengers, cargo, and flammable fuel. 

14 C.F.R. § 61.23 (a) & (c) 

Section 61.23(a) requires a person exercising the privileges of a transport pilot certificate to hold 

a first-class medical certificate, the privileges of a commercial pilot certificate to hold a secondclass medical certificate, and the privileges of a private or recreational pilot certificate to hold a 

third-class medical certificate. Section 61.23(c) requires a person to hold a medical certificate 

or U.S. driver's license when exercising the privileges of a sport pilot certificate in a lightsport aircraft other than a glider or balloon. 

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The operations proposed herein will provide an equivalent level of safety by complying with the 

conditions and limitations of this exemption. The FAA has found that these conditions and 

limitations provide an equivalent level of safety in numerous previous exemptions, including but 

not limited to Exemptions 11213, 11252, 11275, 11277, and 11278. 

14 C.F.R. § 61.101 (e)(4) & (5): Recreation Pilot Privilege and Limitations; 

14 C.F.R. § 61.315(a): What are the privileges and limits of my sport pilot certificate 

Section 61.101 (e)( 4) prohibits a recreational pilot from acting as pilot in command of an aircraft 

for compensation or hire. Section 61.1 01 (e)( 5) prohibits a recreational pilot from acting as pilot 

in command of an aircraft in furtherance of a business. Section 61.315( a) authorizes persons 

holding a sport pilot certificate to act as pilot in command of a light-sport aircraft. 

As with previous Section 333 exemptions, an equivalent level of safety is established because 

(1) the aeronautical knowledge requirements that would be applicable to UAS operations for a 

recreational pilot and sport pilot certificate were substantially similar as those for a private pilot 

certificate; (2) holders of recreational and sport pilot certificates are subject to security screening 

by the Department of Homeland Security; and (3) risk was mitigated through conditions and 

limitations regarding PIC training. 

14 C.F.R. §§ 61.113(a) & (b): Commercial Pilot Privileges 

Sections 61.113(a) & (b) limit private pilots to non-commercial operations. Unlike a 

conventional aircraft that carries a pilot, passengers, and cargo, the UAS are remotely controlled 

with no passengers or property of others on board. The area of operation is controlled and 

restricted, and all flights are planned and coordinated in advance as set forth in the Operating 

Documents. In conjunction with the PIC's required training, the level of safety provided by the 

requirements included in the Operating Documents meets or exceeds that provided by a single 

individual holding a commercial pilot certificate operating a conventional aircraft. The proposed 

operations will achieve at least an equivalent level of safety. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.7(a): Civil Aircraft Airworthiness 

Section 91.7(a) prohibits an individual from operating a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy 

condition. No FAA standard exists for determining an aircraft's airworthiness when an 

airworthiness certificate is not issued. As the FAA has done with previous exemption grants, 

airworthiness will be ensured and an equivalent level of safety will be achieved by compliance 

with the Operating Documents prior to every flight. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.119(c): Minimum Safe Altitudes 

Section 91.119 establishes safe altitudes for operation of civil aircraft. Specifically, Section 

91.119(c) limits aircraft flying over areas other than congested areas to an altitude of 500 feet 

above the surface, except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the 

aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. 

Because the aerial photography and videography work must be accomplished at altitudes less 

than 500 feet AGL an exemption is required. 

The equivalent level of safety will be achieved given the sUAS' size, weight, speed, and 

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access property with consent granted by the property owner/controller or authorized 

representative prior to each operation. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.121: Altimeter Setting 

Section 91.121 requires each person operating an aircraft to maintain crmsmg altitude by 

reference to an altimeter that is set "to the elevation of the departure airport or an appropriate 

altimeter setting available before departure." The Phantom's Inertial Measurement Units have 

barometric altimeters, but they cannot be set to the elevation of the departure location. 

Rather, upon initialization, the sUAS calibrate their positions without user input and transmit 

a single altitude measurement to the ground station. Thus, an exemption is required. An 

equivalent level of safety will be achieved by the operator, pursuant to the Operating 

Documents, confirming the altitude of the launch site shown on the altitude indicator before 

flight. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions 

This regulation prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under VFR 

conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly 

to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed - ( 1) During the day, 

to fly after that for at least 30 minutes; or (2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 minutes." 

The Phantom batteries provide approximately 23 minutes of powered flight. Without an 

exemption from 14 C.P.R. § 91.151, the sUAS flights would not be allowed. Given the 

limitations on its proposed operations, allowing the sUAS to operate without the required 

reserve fuel is reasonable and is consistent with prior exemptions. An equivalent level of safety 

will be achieved because operating the sUAS without 30 minutes of reserve fuel does not 

engender the type of risks that Section 91.151(a) was meant to prevent given the size and 

speed at which the sUAS operate. In the unlikely event that a sUAS should run out of 

battery power, it would simply land. Given the sUAS's weight and construction material, the 

risks are less than contemplated by the current regulation. Olympus will require the UAS to 

return home and land when the battery reaches 30% capacity. 

14 C.F.R. §§ 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b): 

Maintenance Inspections 

Section 91.405(a) requires that an aircraft operator or owner "shall have that aircraft inspected as 

prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in 

paragraph (c) of this section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this 

chapter." Section 91.407 similarly makes reference to requirements in Part 43. Section 

91.409(a)(2) requires an annual inspection for the issuance of an air worthiness certificate. 

Section 91.417(a) requires the owner or operator to keep records showing certain maintenance 

work that has been accomplished by certificated mechanics, under Part 43, or licensed pilots and 

records of approval of the aircraft for return to service. 

An equivalent level of safety will be achieved by complying with the Operating Documents 

maintenance and inspection requirements because the sUAS will carry no external payload, will 

operate only in restricted predetermined areas. In addition, the PIC will ensure that the sUAS is 

in working order prior to initiating flight, perform required maintenance, and keep a log of any 

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and is best suited to maintain the aircraft in an airworthy condition and to ensure an equivalent 

level of safety. 

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OLYMPUS OPERATING LIMITATIONS 

1) Operations authorized by the grant of exemption are limited to the following 

aircraft: DJI Phantom 3 Professional. 

2) The Phantom shall not be flown at a speed exceeding 16 m/s. 

3) The sUAS will not be operated at an altitude more than 400 feet. All altitudes 

reported to ATC shall be in feet AGL. 

4) The sUAS must be operated within visual line of sight of the PIC at all times. 

This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective 

lenses, as specified on the PIC's FAA-issued airman medical certificate. 

5) All operations must use a VO. The VO and PIC must be able to 

communicate verbally at all times. The PIC must be designated before the flight. The PIC 

must ensure that the VO can perform the functions prescribed in the operating documents. 

6) The Operating Documents and this grant of exemption must be accessible during 

UAS operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a conflict exists 

between the conditions and limitations in the exemption and the procedures outlined in the 

operating documents, the conditions and limitations in the exemption take precedence and must 

be followed. Otherwise, Olympus must follow the procedures as outlined in its Operating 

Documents. Olympus may update or revise its operating documents. It is Olympus' 

responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised documents to the 

Administrator upon request. Olympus must also present updated and revised documents if it 

petitions for extension or amendment to this grant of exemption. 

7) Prior to each flight the PIC must inspect the sUAS to ensure that it is in a 

condition for safe flight. The PIC shall not operate the aircraft if the inspection reveals a 

condition that affects the safe operation of the sUAS until the necessary maintenance has been 

performed and the sUAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. The Ground Control 

Station, if utilized, must be included in the preflight inspection. All maintenance and 

alternations must be properly documented in the aircraft records. 

8) Any sUAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the sUAS 

operation or flight characteristics (e.g., replacement of a flight critical component) must 

undergo a functional test flight in accordance with the Operator's Manual. The PIC who 

conducts the functional test flight must make an entry in the aircraft records of the flight. The 

requirements and procedures for a functional test flight and aircraft record entry shall be 

included in the Operator's Manual. 

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9) The pre-flight inspection must account for all discrepancies, e.g. inoperable 

components, items, or equipment, not already covered in the relevant sections of the operating 

documents. 

1 0) Olympus must follow DJI's aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements. 

11) Olympus must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping 

requirements, in accordance with the operating documents. Maintenance, inspection, alterations, 

and status of replacement/overhaul component parts must be noted in the aircraft records, 

including total time in service, description of work accomplished, and the signature of the person 

authorized to return the sUAS to service. 

12) Each sUAS operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer 

Safety Bulletins. 

13) The PIC must hold either an airline transport, commercial, private, 

recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a current FAA airman medical 

certificate or a valid U.S. driver's license issued by a state, the District of Colombia, Puerto 

Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal government. The PIC must also meet the flight 

review requirements specified in 14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on 

his or her pilot certificate. 

14) Olympus may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC meets the operator's 

qualification criteria and demonstrates the ability to safely operate the sUAS in a manner 

consistent with how the sUAS will be operated under this exemption, including evasive and 

emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles 

and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency must be logged in a manner 

consistent with 14 C.F.R. § 61.51(b). The PIC must ensure that the VO is trained appropriately 

in order to fulfill his or her duties. A record of training and qualification must be documented 

and made available upon request by the Administrator. Flights for the purposes of training the 

operator's PICs and VOs (training, proficiency, and experience-building), are permitted under the 

terms of this exemption. However, training operations may only be conducted during dedicated 

training sessions. During training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not 

essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the 

UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with these operating 

conditions. 

15) Operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 C.F .R. § 1.1. 

All operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions ("VMC"). Flights 

under special visual flight rules ("SVFR") are not authorized. 

16) The sUAS may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference 

point as denoted on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement 

with that airport's management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a 

NOTAM as required by Olympus' COA. The letter of agreement with the airport 

management must be made available to the Administrator upon request. 

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17) The sUAS may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 

feet horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 

18) If the sUAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the sUAS must return 

to a pre-determined location within the private or controlled-access property. 

19) The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or 

emergencies in accordance with the Operator's Manual. 

20) The PIC will be prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind 

and forecast weather conditions) there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the 

intended landing point and land the UA with 30% battery power remaining in accordance with 

the operating documents. 

21) All operations shall be conducted in accordance with an ATO-issued COA. 

The exemption holder may apply for a new or amended COA if it intends to conduct operations 

that cannot be conducted under the terms of the attached CO A. 

22) All aircraft operated in accordance with the requested exemption must be 

identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 C.P.R. Part 47, and have 

identification (N-Number) markings in accordance with 14 C.P.R. Part 45, Subpart C. 

Markings shall be as large as practicable. 

23) The radio frequency spectrum used for operation and control of the sUAS 

must comply with Federal Communication (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight 

agency requirements. 

24) The documents required under 14 C.P.R. §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be available 

to the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the sUAS any time the aircraft is operating. 

These documents shall be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official 

upon request. 

25) The sUAS must remain clear and yield the right of way to all other manned 

operations and activities at all times. 

26) The sUAS may not be operated from any moving device or vehicle. 

27) The sUAS may not be operated over congested or densely populated areas. 

28) Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating 

persons, vessels, vehicles, structures, and public access roads unless: 

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a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons 

from the sUAS and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must 

ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a 

situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are 

within 500 feet of the sUAS, flight operations must cease immediately and/or; 

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b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted 

permission for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety 

assessment of the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it 

does not present an undue hazard. 

29) Operations nearer than 500 feet to the PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential 

persons as defined in the operating documents are permitted if those operations do not present 

an undue hazard to those persons per§ 91.119(a) as determined by the PIC. 

30) All operations must be conducted over private or controlled-access property. 

31) Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or 

vertical boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA shall be reported to 

the FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be reported to 

the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB web 

site: www.ntsb.gov. 

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APPENDIXC 
PHANTOM 3 

[ PROFESSIONAL ) 

User Manual (ill) 

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Using this manual 

Legends 

0 Warning Lt Important o\): Hints and Tips liGI Reference 

Read Before the First Flight 

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

1.1nthe8ox 

2. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

3. Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

5 Phantom 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. 

Video Tutorials 

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional 

safely: 

http:/lwww.dji.com/product/phantom-3/video 

Download the DJI Pllot app 

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the QR code to the right 

tnd~-~''"""~""" Ill 

~- .. The Android version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1 .2 or later. 

The iOS version of the DJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later. [!] . · 
Contents 

Using this manual 

Legends 

Read Before the First Flight 

Video Tutorials 

Download the DJI Pilot app 

Product Profile 

Introduction 

Feature Highlights 

Preparing the Aircraft 

Aircraft Diagram 

Remote Controller Diagram 

Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

Flight Mode 

Flight Status Indicator 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

Smart RTH 

Low Battery RTH 

Failsafe RTH 

Vision Positioning System 

Flight Recorder 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 

Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Profile 

Using the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

Linking the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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Camera and Gimbal 

Camera Profile 31 

Gimbal 32 

DJIPIIotApp 

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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Product Profile 

This section introduces the Phantom 3 

Professional and lists the components of 

the aircraft and remote controller. 
Product Profile 

Introduction 

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. 

Feature Highlights 

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 DJI 

Lightbridge. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI 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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Preparing the Aircraft 

Removing Gimbal Clamp 

Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below . 

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Attaching the Propellers: 

Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin 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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Aircraft Diagram 

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[1] 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 

[11] 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 Retum to Home (RTH). 
[5] Battery Level LEDs 

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 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the OJI 

Pilotapp ) 

[10] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the OJI 

Pilotapp.) 

[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 OJI Pilot app. 

(18] C2 Button 

Custornizable through the OJI Pilot app. 

[19] Power Port 

Connect to the OJI Phantom 3 Charger to 

charge the battery of the remote controller. 

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[14] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbaL 

[15] Mircro-USB Port 

Connect to a SO 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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the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning 

System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery 

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Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

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. 

Flight Mode 

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode 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 System 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 System 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 mode For more information 

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

:C;j: Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight 

Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information. 

Flight Status Indicator 

The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs 

are shown in the figure below: 

Aircrah Status lndrcator 

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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Aircraft Status Indicator Description ____ ~-~-~-----~-

Normal 

:Jfff.-t{j;.-f$: ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing 

® ...... Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Warming Up 

~- · · · · · · Green Flashes Slowly 

~-x2 ...... Green Flashes Twice 

:¢.l:-...... Yellow Flashes Slowly 

Warning 

ttJ ...... Fast Yellow Flashing 

:ff!! • ·····Slow Red Flashing 

iff;:······ Fast Red Flashing 

~ ...... Red Flashing Alternatively 

#f}:- Solid Red 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision 

Positioning) 

Safe to Fly (P-rnode with VIsion Positioning but 

without GPS) 

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

Positioning) 

Remote Controller's Signal Lost 

Low Battery Warning 

Critical Battery Warning 

IMU Error 

Critical Error 

""· ... Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

The Return-to-Horne (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Horne Point. There are 

three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes 

these three scenarios in detail. 

GPS 

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Smart RTH 

Descrigl\2n 

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 ( ~.ull ). 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 Smart RTH 

button again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft. 
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Low BaUery FtTH 

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 DJI 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 DJI Pilot app, and is described below: 

Battery Level 

Warning 

Low battery 

level warning 

Critical Low 

battery level 

warning 

Estimated 

remaining 

flight time 

C1111Cal Low ballery level Sufi1C1enl batte1y 

warn1ng(Red) levei(Green) 

LO\v battery 

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The battery 

power is low. 

Please land the 

aircraft. 

The aircraft 

must land 

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Estimated 

remaining flight 

based on current 

battery level. 

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Aircraft Status 

Indicator 

Aircraft status 

indicator blinks 

RED slowly. 

Aircraft status 

indicator blinks 

RED quickly. 

N/A 

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Tap "Go-home" to have the 

aircraft return to the Horne 

point and land automatically, 

or "Cancel" to resume normal 

flight If no action is taken, 

the aircraft will automatically 

go horne and land after 1 0 

seconds. Remote controller 

will sound an alarm. 

The DJI Pilot app display will 

flash red and the aircraft will 

start to descend. The remote 

controller will sound an alarm. 

N/A 

Flight Instructions 

Fly the aircraft 

back and land 

it as soon as 

possible, then 

stop the motors 

and replace the 

battery 

Allow the aircraft to 

descend and land 

automatically 

N/A 
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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. 

Failsafe RTH 

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 it the remote 

controller signal connection is re-established . 

Failsafe Illustration 

1 Record Home Point 2 Confimning Home Point 

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3 Remote Controller Signal Lost 

yBlinking Green Blinking Green Fast Blinking Yellow 

4 Signal Lost Lasts (after 3 sec.) 5 RTH (adi.Jstable altitude) 6 Lancfng (after hoverilg for 5 sees) 

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~ Fast Blinking Yellow Fast Blinking Yellow Fast Blinking Yellow 

it • Aircraft cannot return to the Home Point when GPS signal is weak ( [ ).,,11] displays grey) or 

unavailable. 

• Aircraft automatically descends and lands it 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 Home Point if you move 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 OJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" 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 Smart RTH button to regain control to cancel the ascending 

Visian Positiening System 

The DJI 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. 
Using Vision Positioning 

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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 

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: e 

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

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. The 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 in 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. 

• Rying 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. 

• Rying 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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:\j: • 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 

sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals. 

Flight Recorder 

Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. T~is includes flight 

telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters . To access these data, connect the 

aircraft to the PC through the Micro-USB port and launch the DJI Pilot app. 

Attaahing and Detaching the Propellers 

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 which direction whey should spin. To 

attach the propellers properly, match the nut color with the motor axis color. 

Propellers 

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Silver Dot E!lackDot 

Motors with a grey axes Motors with a black axes 

El") Lock :Tum the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten. 

'b") Unlock: Tum the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. 

Attaching the Propellers 

1 Be sure to remove the warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers 

2. Attach the propellers with silver dots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise 

to secure them 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, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off 

• Wear gloves when 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. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Bat:tery 

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. 

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'nteiiJgent 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. 

Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Professional charger is 100W. 

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. 

6 Refer to Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before 

use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage 

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Turning ON/OFF 

Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The 

Power LED will tum 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(< -10°C) environments. 

Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures 

between -10°C and 5°C. 

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 (0°C - 40°C ). 

6 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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Eel The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and 

discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

I : LED is on. I : LED is flashing. 

0: LED is off. 

Battery Level 

LED1 Ll:D2 LED3 LED4 ,- Battery Level 

B I u m 87.5%-100% 

I I I I 75%-87.5% 

~ I m 0 62.5%-75% 

• I I 0 50%-62.5% 

I I 0 D 37.5%-50% 

I I D D 25%-37.5% 

I D D D 12.5%-25% 

I D D D 0%-12.5% 

0 D D D =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: 

Battery Ufe -

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Ufe 

~ m I m 90%-100% 

m u m I 80%-90% 

m m m 0 70%-80% 

D R I D 60%-70% 

m B 0 D 50%-60% 

u I 0 D 40%-50% 

m D 0 D 30%-40% 

I D D 0 20%-30% 

0 D D 0 below20% 

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

Eel 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 50/60 Hz) 

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

level is above 95%. tum 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 tum 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. 

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Battery Level Indicators While Charging 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 

u 0 0 0 0%-25% 

n n 0 0 25%-50% 

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n n n n 75%-100% 

0 0 0 0 Fully Charged 

Battery Protection LED Display 

The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns 

Battery Level Indicators while Charging 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item 

0 n 0 0 LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected 

0 ll 0 0 LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected 

0 0 n 0 LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected 

0 0 ll 0 LED3 blinks three times per second Over-voltage charger detected 

0 0 0 n LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

0 0 0 n LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high 

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After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to tum off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the 

Intelligent Right 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 : Ry the Phantom 3 Professional outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until 

the battery can no longer be turned on. 
Remote Controller 

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 Profile 

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 

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• 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 

Using the Remote Controller 

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 tum 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. 

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Tum the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO. shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of 

the remote controller. Move the dial to left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback 

mode. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings. 

[2) Playback Button 

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

[3) Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode 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 gimbal. 

Controlling Aircraft 

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

Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default. 
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IXJ 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 

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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. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional will 

change elevation . Always push the stick gently 

to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation 

changes 

Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the 

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. 

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 

stick is centered 

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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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. 

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Position 1 © F-mode 

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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 Home Point if remote controller 

signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

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

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix 

By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked toP-mode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the OJI Pilot 

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

RTH Button 

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

Button will blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode The aircraft will then return to the 

last recorded Home 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: 

Opt1mal TransmiSSIOn Range 

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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. 

Remote Controller Status LED 

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 controller is disconnected from the aircraft. 

The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. 

Remote controller error 

HD downlink is disrupted. 

Remote Controller Status 

Aircraft is returning home. 

Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft. 

Return-to-Home procedure in progress. 

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

Linking the Remote Controller 

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 il' ,1111 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below. 

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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 

L1nk Button 

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

same aircraft. 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC requirements. 

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specifications of the camera and 

explains the gimbal's operation modes. 

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Camera Profile 

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 the 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 comes with a 16 GB Micro-SO 

card and supports Micro-SO cards up to 64GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card is recommended due to 

their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data Gl 

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. 

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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 

Camera LEO Indicator 

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:ft!;,:· ®:-Green and Red Blink (0.8s green on, 0.8s red on) 

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Gimbal Profile 

Camera status 

System is warming up. 

Taking a single picture. 

Taking 3 or 5 photos per shot. 

Recording. 

SD card error. 

Overheated Camera 

System error. 

Finnware Upgrading 

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. 

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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) the 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. 
OJI Pilot App 

This section introduces the four main 

functions of the DJI Pilot app. 

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

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

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

others, 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. 

:~: 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 

~.ull: 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 

AM :This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. 

[5] Battery Level Indicator 

--.o : 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 

~" ,11!1 : This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal 

[7] HD Video Link Signal Strength 

1][1",,111: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and 

the remote controller. 

(8] Battery Level 

Iff 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 

9 : Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution of 

the videos, image size and so on. 
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Shutter 

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

or time-lapsed shooting modes, 

Record 

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

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

Playback 

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

captured. 

Camera Settings 

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

[11] Vision Positioning 

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

[12] Flight Telemetry 

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

Flight attitude is indicated by the flight attitude icon. 

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

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

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

[13] Map 

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 mobile device. 

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[15] Return to Home (RTH) 

cf;; : Initiate RTH home procedure Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point. 

[16] Auto Takeoff/landing 

.. tJ..i.: Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing. 

[17] livestream 

(:}): Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the 

mobile data service is available on the mobile device. 

[18] Back 

~ :Tap to return to the main GUI. 

Director 

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

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

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately. 

Store 

Tap "Store" to visit the official DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily 

buy new products. 

Discovery 

Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status in 

'Discovery'. Use your registered DJI account to login to 'Discovery'. 
Flight 

This section describes safe flight 

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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. 

FUght Environment Requirements 

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

snow, rain and fog. 

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 

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

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

and radio transmission towers. 

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

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

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

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Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

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

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

which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Right 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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Maximum Flight Aircraft's altitude cannot Waming: Height 

Altitude exceed the specified value. limit reached. 

Max Radius Flight distance must be within Warning: Distance 

the rnax radius. 

GPS Signal Weak~:· ··· .. · Blinking Yellow 

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Flight 

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Max Radius 

Flight Limits 

Height is restricted to 400 

feet. (120m) and under. 

No limits 

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reached. 

Aircraft Status Indicator 

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max radius limit 

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

&, Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready toRy (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within 

range automatically. 

o If the Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back 

within range automatically 

No-Fly Zones 

All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official website at 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 lines between countries or sensitive 

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

Airport 

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

zone features circles of various sizes. 

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

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

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

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

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

on the DJI Pilot app. 

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Restricted Area 

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

(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. 

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

zone appropriate altitude and hover 

restricted zone. Maximum flight 

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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. 

rn 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. 

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PrefRght Checklist 

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

2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 

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

4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 

5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 

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

Calibrating the Compass 

IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive 

to electromagnetic interference, 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 

~ metal structures co 

;: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 

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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 DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen 

instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such 

as a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding. 

When to Recalibrate 

! .When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yellow. 

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

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

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

Autc:> Takeoff and Auto Landing 

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

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

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

The aircraft will automatically hover 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/Stopping the Motors 

Starting the Motors 

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom 

inner or outer comers to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks 

simultaneously. 

Stopping the Motors 

There are two methods to stop the motors. 

Method 1: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle downCD, 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. 

Method 1 Method 2 

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

Flight Test 

Takeoff/Landing Procedures 

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

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

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

4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and ~ 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 DJI Pilot app. 

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

8. After landing, execute the CSC 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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& . When the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe 

mode . 

• A low battery level waming is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or 

rapidly during flight. 

• Watch our video tutorials for more flight information. 

Video Suggestions and lips 

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

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

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

4. AN-/ays 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. 
FAQ 
Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

What is the difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced? 

The biggest difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced is in the 

camera, The Phantom 3 Professional is capable of shooting spectacular 4K video at up to 30 frames per 

second, and the Phantom 3 Advanced is capable of shooting at resolutions up to 1080p60. Both models 

shoot 12 megapixel photos. 

The other main difference is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger, The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 

57-watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 100-watt charger, the latter of which 

allows for shorter charging times. 

Can I remove the camera and attach my own? 

No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached Attempting to remove, replace, or 

modify the camera may damage the product and will void your warranty. 

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

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

unit for your convenience, it is recommended that you only charge one item at a time. We recommend that 

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

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

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

choose through the DJI Pilot app Refer to the manual for more information. 

How far can I fly my Phantom 3? 

The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 

series can reach distances of up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) away from the pilot 

What app should I use with my Phantom 3? 

The Phantom 3 is compatible with the DJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the DJI 

Inspire. The app will detect which aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly. 

Which mobile devices are compatible with the app? 

The DJI Pilot app is only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later or Android v4.1.2 or later. 

The following devices are recommended: 

iOS: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi 

+ Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, and iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular. This app is 

optimized for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus 

Android: Samsung S5, Note 3, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, Nubia Z7 mini 

Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues . 

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How do I use the Director automatic video editor? 

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

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

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately. 

How do I change the control mode of my Phantom 3? 

By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the 

movement of the aircraft and the left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These 

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

recommended for advanced users. 

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

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

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

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

No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has 

a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15 2 V. 

My Phantom 3 does not turn off right away, is something wrong? 

This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery. it may remain on for a few 

seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SO card This helps prevent your data from being lost or 

corrupted. 

Do I have to buy the Remote Controller separately? 

No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller 

that is already linked to the aircraft. 

Does my Phantom 3 support dual Remote Controllers? 

No. The included Remote Controller can be used to control both the aircraft and the gimbal tilt at the same 

time. 

What does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controller do? 

This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle different flight modes: 

P-mode. or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and 

your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both. 

In A-mode. or Attitude mode. the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the 

barometer is used for stabilization. The aircraft can still return to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS 

signal is available. 

F-mode, or Function mode. activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC 

section in the Appendix of the User Manual. 

By default, only P-mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other 

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What Is the Phantom 3 flight time? 

Flight times will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage patterns. but the Intelligent Flight 

Battery is designed to provide up to 23 minutes of uninterrupted flight time when fully charged. 

How can I restore a video file if the power Is turned off during recording? 

Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the camera. If it has been removed, place it back in the camera. 

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

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

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

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

been granted access to your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized. 

What should I do to land my Phantom 3 smoothly as possible? 

Hover the aircraft over a flat, level surface. Slowly pull the throttle stick down until the aircraft touches the 

ground. 

Why Is the discharge time of the battery not zero, even though I have never used It? 

Every battery is tested prior to being packaged and shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new 

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

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

No, it cannot. 

How to safely operate the aircraft when encountering compass error? 

A compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. 

power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error 

occurs and the OJI Pilot app will display one of the following messages: 

• Compass error, calibration required 

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

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

• Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode 

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

to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will 

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

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

How to troubleshoot aircraft initialization error? 

If you observe the following symptoms, it indicates the aircraft has failed to initialized: 

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

flat surface. 

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

• No resistance drive if felt on the gimbal. 

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Various factors contribute to the aircraft initialization error, try resolve the issue by following the suggestions 

listed below: 

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

compass reading is interfered. Try restarting and calibrating the IMU and compass to resolve this issue. 

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

aircraft is restarted, it indicates the sensor is not working normally. Users should return the aircraft to DJI 

for repairing. 

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

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

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

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

attempt to power on the aircraft in this scenario. 
Appendix 
Appendix 

Speeif!ca~ens 

Aircraft 

Weight (Battery & 

Propellers Included) 

Max. Ascent Speed 

Max. Descent Speed 

Max. Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max. Flight Time 

Operating Temperature 

GPS Mode 

Gimbal 

Controllable Range 

1/islon Poslllon1ng 

Velocity Range 

AIUtude Range 

Operating Range 

Operating Environment 

Gamera 

Sensor 

Lens 

ISO Range 

Electronic Shutter Speed 

Image Max. Size 

Still Photography Modes 

Supported SD Card Types 

Video Recording Modes 

Max. Bftrate Of Video 

Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Operating Temperature 

Range 

1280 g 

5m/s 

3 m/s 

16 m/s (A Til mode, no wind) 

6000m 

Approximately 23 minutes 

ooc to 40°C 

GPS/GLONASS 

Pitch: - 90° to + 30° 

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

30 cm:-300 em 

30 cm-300 em 

Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces 

Sony EXMOR 112.3" l::ffective pixeis:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M) 

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

1 00-3200(video) 1 00-1600(photo) 

Bs -1/8000s 

4000x3000 

Single shot 

Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 

Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

MicroSD 

Max. capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required 

UHD: 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 

FH D: 1920x 1 080 p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD:1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

60 Mbps 

FAT32/exFAT 

Photo: JPEG, DNG 

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

Operating Frequency 

Transmitting Distance 

Video Output Port 

Operating Temperature Range 

Battery 

Mobile Device Holder 

Transmitter Power{EIRP) 

Working Voltage 

GliMger 

2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 

USB 

6000 mAh LiPo 28 

Tablets and smartphones 

FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm 

1.2A @7.4 V 

Voltage 17.4 V 

Rated Power 100 W 

lhtelligent Flight' Battery ( PHS,4460 mAh-15.2 v ) 

Capac11y 

Voltage 

Battery Type 

Energy 

Net Weight 

Operating Temperature 

Max. Charging Power 

4480 mAh 

15.2V 

UPo4S 

68Wh 

365g 

-1o•c- 4o•c 

100W 

Aircraft Staws lndlaafor Deseri tion 

Normal 

:if5!-~i/$1-:iJ5:.. .... Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively Turning on and Self-Diagnostics 

®: ...... Green and Yellow Rash Alternatively 

:!W ······Green Flashes Slowly 

~X2 ...... Green Flashes Twice 

-:iJ'!:· ·····Yellow Flashes Slowly 

warning 

Aircraft Warming Up 

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

Safe to Ry (P-mode with Vision Positioning but wilhout GPS) 

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

:@ ...... Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost 

i/J!: ······Slow Red Flashing Low Battery Warning 

1/fr.· · · · · · · Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning 

:Jt!l: ...... Red Flashing Alternatively IMU Error 

;®:-Solid Red Critical Error 

~~ ...... Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

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Intelligent Onentatien Control (ICC) 

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

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

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

Course Lock (CL) 

Home Lock (HL)' 

Point of Interest (POl)' 

The nose direction, at the time that CL is set, will remain the forward direction 

regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. This will 

remain fixed until you reset it or exit CL mode. 

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. 

Point of Interest. Record a point of interest (POl). The aircraft can then circle 

around the POl and the nose will always points toward the POi. 

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

IOC Requirements 

IOC is only available under the following conditions: 

Modes lOC GPSenabled GPScourils FliQbt Distance Um~s 

Course Lock No None None 

Home Lock Yes ~oil Aircraft ~ Home Point 

POl Yes ~oil Aircraft ~Point of Interest 

Using IOC 

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 

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

(1) This device may not cause harmful interterence, and (2) this device must accept any interterence 

received, including interterence that may cause undesired operation. 

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

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

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 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 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 

harmful interterence 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 

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

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

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

the interterence by one or more of the following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

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

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

IC ASS 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 interterence, and (2) this device must accept any 

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

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susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 

IC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

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

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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