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PHANTOM 3
Standard
User Manual
V1.0
2015.04

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  • Page 1 PHANTOM 3 Standard User Manual V1.0 2015.04...

  • Page 2: Legends

    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 Standard Quick Start Guide and refer to the User Manual for more detailed information .

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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)
  • Page 4 Flight Flight Environment Requirements Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones Preflight Checklist Calibrating the Compass Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing Flight Test Starting/Stopping the Motors Troubleshooting (FAQ) Appendix Specifications Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) FCC Compliance © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 5: Product Profile

    Product Profile This section introduces the Phantom 3 Standard and lists the components of the aircraft and remote controller. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Product Profile Introduction The Phantom 3 Standard represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 1080P video and video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability while minimizing both weight and size.

  • Page 7: Preparing The Aircraft

    Phantom 3 Standard User Manual 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. Attaching the Propellers: Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure.

  • Page 8: Aircraft Diagram

    Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Aircraft Diagram [1] Gimbal and Camera [2] [Camera Micro-SD Card Slot [3] Aircraft Micro-USB Port [10] [4] Front LED Indicator [11] [5] Landing gear [6] Motor [7] Rear LED Indicator [8] Antennas © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 9: Remote Controller Diagram

    Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Remote Controller Diagram [1] Power Button [2] Status LED [3] Battery Level LEDs [4] Neck Strap Securing Hole [5] S1 Switch [6] S2 Switch [7] Control Stick [8] Phone Holder [9] Antennas [10] Gimbal Dial [11] Charging Port ©...

  • Page 10: Aircraft

    Aircraft This section introduces the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 11: Flight Controller

    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 Standard has Front LEDs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEDs are shown in the figure below: Aircraft Status Indicator Front LED The Front LEDs show the orientation of the aircraft.

  • Page 12: Return-To-Home (Rth)

    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 ini- tiate 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...

  • Page 13: Low Battery Rth

    Low Battery RTH 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.

  • Page 14: Failsafe Rth

    The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter “Camera” and select “MODE > Advanced Settings > Failsafe mode” to set the Failsafe altitude.
  • Page 15 Phantom 3 Standard User Manual © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 16: Flight Recorder

    Attaching and Detaching the Propellers Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Standard. 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 .

  • Page 17: Dji Intelligent Flight Battery

    ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 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 by DJI.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 20%~30% below 20% When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is listed under the battery tab. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 20 We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Standard. Never insert or remove a battery when it is turned on.
  • Page 21 Leave it on until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot app to check battery levels. Rapid : Fly the Phantom 3 Standard outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on.

  • Page 22: Remote Controller

    T h i s s e c t i o n d e s c r i b e s t h e fe a t u r e s of the remote controller and includes instructions for controlling the aircraft and the camera. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 23: Remote Controller Profile

    Remote Controller Remote Controller Profile The Phantom 3 Standard remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that includes aircraft remote control system. The wireless transmission system operates at 5.8 GHz while the WiFi Range Extender is operating at 2.4GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion.
  • Page 24 (or more) rapidly will move the Home point to the Phantom’ s current location. In addition, you can enable Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 Dynamic Home Point feature in DJI VISION App. In Naza-M working mode, S2 is be used for IOC. ©...
  • Page 25 Phantom. Obstacles may cause Return to Home to trigger. Phone Holder should not block the antenna. Linking the Remote Control and Receiver A 5.8G receiver is built in to the Phantom 3 Standard aircraft. Its link button and indicator are located on the underside of the phantom, as shown in Figure 26.
  • Page 26 FCC compliant devices have an effective range of 800 meters in open spaces. Watch your flight distance as the Phantom 3 Standard aircraft will enter Failsafe mode (auto- landing or go home and land) if it flies beyond the relevant range limits.

  • Page 27: Remote Controller Status Led

    Phantom 3 Standard User Manual If the low voltage warning alert sounds (refer to Remote Control Power LED Status Information (Page 17) for details), please recharge the battery as soon as possible. Using the incorrect type of charging cable may cause damage.

  • Page 28: Linking The Remote Controller

    Th i s s e c t i o n p rov i d e s t h e t e c h n i c a l s p e c i f i c a t i o n s o f t h e c a m e r a a n d explains the gimbal’s operation modes. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.

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