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Page 1 User Manual v1.0 2022.12...
Page 2 Searching for Keywords Search for keywords such as “battery” and “install” to find a topic. If you are using Adobe Acrobat Reader to read this document, press Ctrl+F on Windows or Command+F on Mac to begin a search. Navigating to a Topic View a complete list of topics in the table of contents.
Page 3: Using This Manual
Video Tutorials DJI Fly App Go to the address below or scan the QR code to watch the DJI Mini 3 tutorial videos, which demonstrate how to use DJI Mini 3 safely: https://s.dji.com/guide43 Download the DJI Fly App Make sure to use DJI Fly during flight.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Using this manual Legend Read Before the First Flight Video Tutorials Download the DJI Fly App Download DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) Product Profile Introduction Using for the First Time Diagram Aircraft Flight Modes Aircraft Status Indicator QuickTransfer...
Page 5 DJI Mini 3 User Manual Flight Flight Environment Requirements Flight Limits Pre-Flight Checklist Auto Takeoff/Landing Starting/Stopping the Motors Flight Test Appendix Specifications Firmware Update Aftersales Information © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 7: Product Profile
38 minutes when using an Intelligent Flight Battery, and a maximum flight time of 51 minutes when using an Intelligent Flight Battery Plus. DJI Mini 3 can work with the DJI RC remote controller and the DJI RC-N1 remote controller. Refer to the Remote Controller section for more details.
Page 8 Flight Battery for the first time. Unfold the rear arms, followed by the front arms, and then all of the propeller blades. • It is recommended to use the DJI 30W USB-C Charger or other USB Power Delivery chargers. • The maximum charge voltage for the aircraft charging port is 15 V.
Page 9 User Manual Preparing the Remote Controller Follow the steps below to prepare the DJI RC remote controller. Remove the control sticks from the storage slots and mount them on the remote controller. The remote controller needs to be activated before first use and an internet connection is required for activation.
Page 10: Diagram
User Manual Activating the DJI Mini 3 Aircraft DJI Mini 3 requires activation before first use. After powering on the aircraft and remote controller, follow the on-screen prompts to activate DJI Mini 3 using DJI Fly. An internet connection is required for activation.
Page 11 The control 7. Touchscreen sticks are removable and easy to store. Set the flight control mode in DJI Fly. Touch the screen to operate the remote controller. Note that the touchscreen is 2. Status LED not waterproof.
Page 12 For storing the control sticks. The control sticks are removable and easy 13. Gimbal Dial to store. Set the flight control mode in DJI Controls the tilt of the camera. Press and Fly. hold the customizable button to use the 6.
Page 13 Aircraft DJI Mini 3 contains a flight controller, video downlink system, vision systems, infrared sensing system, propulsion system, and an Intelligent Flight Battery. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 14: Aircraft
Intelligent Flight Battery. Flight Modes DJI Mini 3 has three flight modes, plus a fourth flight mode that the aircraft switches to in certain scenarios. Flight modes can be switched via the Flight Mode switch on the remote controller.
Page 15: Aircraft Status Indicator
DJI Mini 3 User Manual Aircraft Status Indicator DJI Mini 3 has two aircraft status indicators. Aircraft Status Indicator Aircraft Status Indicator Refer to the table below for more information about the aircraft status indicators. Aircraft Status Indicator Descriptions Normal States...
Page 16: Quicktransfer
DJI Mini 3 User Manual QuickTransfer DJI Mini 3 can connect directly to mobile devices via Wi-Fi, enabling users to download photos and videos from the aircraft to the mobile device through DJI Fly without using the DJI RC-N1 remote controller.
Page 17: Return To Home
To avoid unnecessary danger due to insufficient power, DJI Mini 3 will intelligently determine whether the current battery level is sufficient to return home based on the current location. A warning prompt will appear in DJI Fly when the battery level is low and only enough to complete an RTH flight.
Page 18 The action the aircraft performs once it loses the remote controller signal can be set as Return to Home, Land, or Hover in DJI Fly. If the action was set as Land or Hover, Failsafe RTH will not be activated. If the action was set as Return to Home in advance, and where the Home Point has been recorded, the GNSS signal is good, and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will automatically activate once the remote controller signal is lost for more than 11 seconds.
Page 19: Vision System And Infrared Sensing System
1. During Landing Protection, the aircraft will automatically detect and carefully land on suitable ground. 2. If the ground is determined unsuitable for landing, DJI Mini 3 will hover and wait for pilot confirmation. 3. If Landing Protection is not operational, DJI Fly will display a landing prompt when the aircraft descends to 0.5 m from the ground.
Page 20 During flight, always pay attention to the surrounding environment and to the warnings on DJI Fly and be responsible for and maintain control of the aircraft. • The aircraft has a max hovering altitude of 5 m if GNSS is unavailable.
Page 21: Intelligent Flight Mode
6.6 ft (2 m) above the ground. In DJI Fly, tap the shooting mode icon to select QuickShots and follow the prompts. Make sure that you understand how to use the shooting mode and that there are no obstacles in the surrounding area.
Page 22: Flight Recorder
Exiting QuickShots Press the Flight Pause/RTH button once or tap in DJI Fly to exit QuickShots. The aircraft will hover in place. If you accidentally move a control stick, the aircraft will exit QuickShots and hover in place as well.
Page 23 Use two propellers from the same package. DO NOT mix with propellers from other packages. • Only use official DJI propellers. DO NOT mix propeller types. • Purchase additional propellers if necessary. • Make sure that the propellers and motors are installed securely before each flight.
Page 24: Intelligent Flight Battery
(BWX162-2453-7.38) and the DJI Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery Plus (BWX162-3850-7.38). DJI Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery is a 7.38 V, 2453 mAh battery. DJI Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery Plus is a 7.38 V, 3850 mAh battery. The two batteries have the same structure and dimensions but different weight and capacity.
Page 25 41° F). It is recommended to hover the aircraft in place for a while to heat the battery. Make sure to fully charge the battery before takeoff. Batteries cannot be used in extremely low-temperature environments of lower than -10° C (14° F). © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 26 Two-Way Charging Hub, the maximum charging power supported is 30 W. Using the Charging Hub When used with a USB charger, the DJI Mini 3 Pro Two-Way Charging Hub can charge up to three Intelligent Flight Batteries or Intelligent Flight Batteries Plus in sequence from high to low power level.
Page 27 The LED status for battery abnormality is the same as that on the aircraft. Refer to the Battery Protection Mechanisms section for details. • It is recommended to use a DJI 30W USB-C Charger or other USB Power Delivery chargers to power the charging hub.
Page 28 It is recommended to use the DJI 30W USB-C Charger or other USB Power Delivery chargers. • When using the DJI 30W USB-C Charger, the charging time for Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery is approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes, while for Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery Plus it is approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Page 29 • Ensure the battery is inserted with a clicking sound. DO NOT launch the aircraft when the battery is not securely mounted, as this may cause poor contact between the battery and the aircraft and present hazards. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 30 Press the textured part of the battery buckles on the sides of the battery to remove it from the compartment. • DO NOT insert or remove the battery while the aircraft is powered on. • Make sure the battery is mounted securely. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 31: Gimbal And Camera
Gimbal and Camera Gimbal Profile The DJI Mini 3 3-axis gimbal stabilizes the camera, allowing you to capture clear and steady images and videos at high flight speed. The gimbal has a control tilt range of -90˚ to +60˚, and two control roll angles of -90˚...
Page 32 User Manual Camera DJI Mini 3 uses a 1/1.3-in CMOS sensor. The aperture of the camera is F1.7 and shoots from 1 m to infinity. The DJI Mini 3 camera can take 12MP stills and supports shooting modes such as Single, AEB, Timed Shot and Panorama.
Page 34: Remote Controller
Remote Controller DJI RC When used with DJI Mini 3, DJI RC remote controller features OcuSync 2.0 video transmission, works at both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz frequency bands. It is capable of selecting the best transmission channel automatically and can transmit 720p 30fps HD live view from the aircraft to the remote controller at a distance of up to 10 km (6 mi) (compliant with FCC standards, and measured in a wide open area without interference).
Page 35 (throttle), and left/right movement (roll). The control stick mode determines the function of each control stick movement. Three preprogrammed modes (Mode 1, Mode 2, and Mode 3) are available and custom modes can be configured in DJI Fly. Left Stick...
Page 37 Press this button again to cancel RTH and to regain control of the aircraft. Customizable Buttons Go to System Settings in DJI Fly and select Control to set the functions of the customizable C1 and C2 buttons. Status LED and Battery Level LEDs Description...
Page 38 The remote controller beeps when there is an error or warning. Pay attention when prompts appear on the touch screen or in DJI Fly. Slide down from the top and select Mute to disable all alerts, or slide the volume bar to 0 to disable some alerts.
Page 39 After six minutes, the remote controller automatically powers off. Move the control sticks or press any button to cancel the alert. • Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain the battery’s health. Operating the Touchscreen Home © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 40 ×2 Slide down from the top of the screen to Slide down twice from the top open the status bar when in DJI Fly. of the screen to open Quick The status bar displays the time, Wi-Fi signal, Settings when in DJI Fly.
Page 41 Power on the remote controller, and enter Quick Settings. to enter system settings, scroll down and tap Compass. Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. A prompt will be displayed when the calibration is successful. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 42: Dji Rc-N1
User Manual DJI RC-N1 When used with DJI Mini 3, DJI RC-N1 features OcuSync 2.0 video transmission, works at both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz frequency bands, is capable of selecting the best transmission channel automatically, and offers 720p 30fps HD live view transmission from the aircraft to DJI Fly on a...
Page 43 (throttle), and left/right movement (roll). The control stick mode determines the function of each control stick movement. Three preprogrammed modes (Mode 1, Mode 2, and Mode 3) are available and custom modes can be configured in DJI Fly. Left Stick...
Page 45 Press this button again to cancel RTH and to regain control of the aircraft. Customizable Button To customize the function of this button, go to System Settings in DJI Fly and select Control. Customizable functions include recentering the gimbal and toggling between the map and live view.
Page 46 • Adjust the mobile device holder to make sure your mobile device is secure. • Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain the battery’s health. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 48: Dji Fly App
Album View photos and videos on the aircraft and your mobile device or on the DJI RC remote controller. Tap Create and select Templates or Pro. Templates provide an auto-edit feature for imported footage. Pro allows users to edit footage manually.
Page 49: Camera View
RTH: Tap to set the Return to Home Altitude and update the Home Point. Flight Protection: Tap to set the max altitude and the max distance for flights. Sensors: Tap to view the IMU and compass statuses and start calibration if necessary. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 50 Reset Camera Settings: Tap to restore camera parameters to the default settings. • The DJI RC remote controller does not support the Auto Sync HD Photos function. • Transmission A livestreaming platform can be selected to broadcast the camera view in real time.
Page 52 • The app is designed to assist in your operations. Use your sound discretion and DO NOT rely on the app to control your aircraft. Your use of the app is subject to DJI Fly Terms of Use and DJI Privacy Policy. Read them carefully in the app.
Page 54: Flight
Users shall be responsible for their own flight safety and must consult with the local authorities on the relevant legal and regulatory requirements before requesting to unlock a flight in a restricted area. For more information about the GEO system, visit https://www.dji. com/flysafe.
Page 55 Flight Altitude and Distance Limits Maximum flight altitude restricts an aircraft’s flight altitude, while maximum flight distance restricts an aircraft’s flight radius around the Home Point. These limits can be set using the DJI Fly app for improved flight safety.
Page 56: Pre-Flight Checklist
You will receive a prompt in DJI Fly if your aircraft is approaching a GEO zone and the aircraft will be restricted from flying in the area.
Page 57: Starting/Stopping The Motors
To stop the motors mid-flight, perform the same CSC used to start the motors. Note that the user needs to hold the control sticks for 2 s while performing the CSC to stop the motors. The default setting can be changed in DJI Fly. ©...
Page 58: Flight Test
Power on the remote controller and the aircraft. Launch DJI Fly and enter the camera view. Wait for the aircraft self-diagnostics to complete. If DJI Fly does not show any irregular warning, you can start the motors. Push the throttle stick up slowly to take off.
Page 59: Appendix
Specifications Aircraft 248 g The standard weight of the aircraft (including the DJI Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery, propellers, and a microSD card). Actual product weight may vary due to differences in batch materials and external factors. Registration is not required in Takeoff Weight some countries and regions.
Page 60 DJI Mini 3 User Manual S Mode: 130°/s by default (the adjustable range on DJI Fly is 20- 250°/s) N Mode: 75°/s by default (the adjustable range on DJI Fly is 20- Max Angular Velocity 120°/s) C Mode: 30°/s by default (the adjustable range on DJI Fly is 20- 60°/s)
Page 61 It only refers to the maximum, one-way flight interference) distance without considering Return to Home. Please pay attention to RTH prompts in the DJI Fly app during actual flight. Strong interference (e.g., city center): approx. 1.5-3 km Moderate interference (e.g., suburbs, small towns): approx. 3-6 km Transmission Distance (in No interference (e.g., rural areas, beaches): approx.
Page 62 It only refers to the maximum, one-way flight interference) distance without considering Return to Home. Please pay attention to RTH prompts in the DJI Fly app during actual flight. Strong interference (e.g., city center): 1.5-3 km Moderate interference (e.g., suburbs, small towns): 3-6 km Transmission Distance (in No interference (e.g., rural areas, beaches): 6-10 km...
Page 63 DJI 30W USB-C Charger or other USB Power Delivery chargers (30 Recommended Charger When you charge the battery mounted to the aircraft or inserted into the DJI Mini 3 Pro Two-Way Charging Hub, the maximum charging power supported is 30 W. ©...
Page 64 DJI 30W USB-C Charger or other USB Power Delivery chargers (30 Recommended Charger When you charge the battery mounted to the aircraft or inserted into the DJI Mini 3 Pro Two-Way Charging Hub, the maximum charging power supported is 30 W. Two-Way Charging Hub...
Page 65 User Manual • Different shooting modes may support different ISO ranges. See the actual adjustable ISO range for different shooting modes in DJI Fly. • The photos taken in Single Shot mode have no HDR effect in the following situations: a) When the aircraft is in motion or stability is affected due to high wind speeds;...
Page 66: Firmware Update
DJI Mini 3 User Manual Firmware Update Use DJI Fly or DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) to update the aircraft and the remote controller firmware. Using DJI Fly When connecting the aircraft or remote controller to DJI Fly, you will be notified if a new firmware update is available.
Page 67: Aftersales Information
DJI Mini 3 User Manual Aftersales Information Visit https://www.dji.com/support to learn more about aftersales service policies, repair services, and support. © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.
Page 68 This content is subject to change. Download the latest version from http://www.dji.com/mini-3 If you have any questions about this document, please contact DJI by sending a message to DocSupport@dji.com. is a trademark of DJI. Copyright © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.

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