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  • Page 1 FIMI MINI 3 User Manual Please read the user manual carefully before using and keep the manual for future reference...
  • Page 2 Users are advised to watch tutorial videos before using the product and read FIMI MINI 3 Disclaimer and Safety Operation Instructions carefully and get to know the process of using by going through FIMI MINI 3 Quick Start Manual. For more detailed product information, please refer to FIMI MINI 3 User Manual.

  • Page 3: Product Introduction

    Product Introduction FIMI MINI 3 is a highly integrated foldable mini quadcopter featuring long endurance, strong wind resistance, and a lightweight body weighing 250g. With a high-precision three-axis mechanical stabilization gimbal and high-speed image processing chip, it captures stable and smooth 4K 60fps footage.

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Product Overview 1 Drone Clockwise propeller Counterclockwise propeller Landing gear Integrated gimbal camera Motor...
  • Page 5 Power button Battery level light Optical flow camera TOF sensor Charging port Flight status light...
  • Page 6 2 Remote controller Battery level lights Power button Mobile holder Right Stick Left Stick Stick storage slot Charging port Auto return...
  • Page 7 Antenna Record button Shoot button Dial...

  • Page 8: Controller Functions

    Controller Functions Buttons Function description Push stick forward to ascend Pull stick backward to descend Left stick Move stick left & right to Yaw CCW Move sick right to Yaw CW Push stick forward to Pitch (fly) drone forward Pull stick backwards to Pitch (fly) drone backwards Right stick Move stick left to Roll (fly) drone left Move stick right to Roll (fly) drone right...
  • Page 9 Backward Right Forward Left Drone heading Down Forward Counter Clockwise Left Right clockwise Down Backward Left stick Right stick Note: The stick mode can be set in FIMI Navi Mini app. (The default is Mode 2)
  • Page 10 Drone Flight Mode: GPS Mode To achieve precise hovering, the drone is equipped with a GPS module. The intelligent flight function works in GPS mode. Users can enable Sport Mode or Beginner Mode in the flight settings. When the Beginner Mode is on, the flight speed, flight distance, flight altitude and RTH altitude will be limited.
  • Page 11 Drone Lights Drone heading Drone status lights Drone light Drone status Light status The yellow light is fading in and out Self-checking Drone on the ground: Self-check fails Red light on Drone is flying: Attitude Mode...
  • Page 12 Red and yellow lights flash alternately Calibrate the compass Red light flashing twice Ready to fly/in flight Red light flashing twice Low battery alerts Red light flashing quickly Very low battery alerts, land as soon as possible Red and green lights flash alternately Updating firmware All lights off The drone is paring to the RC...

  • Page 13: Safety Protection

    Safety Protection Failsafe Return Failsafe return is only supported in GPS mode. When the drone and remote controller signal is interrupted for more than 2 seconds, the flight control system built into the drone will take over the control of your drone, plan the return path according to the original flight path, then the drone will fly back and land at the home point.

  • Page 14: Auto Landing

    Hovering on the Edge of No-fly-zone The drone will automatically hover in the restricted flight area designated by the state, such as the edge of airports, and the App will appear corresponding hints. The user can use sticks to fly the drone from the edge of the no-fly-zone, but the drone will not enter the no-fly-zone.

  • Page 15: Auto Return

    Auto Return When the drone is in flight, the user can long press the auto return button to return the drone. When the return distance is less than 10 meters and flight altitude is less than 3 meters, the drone will ascend to 3 meters first and return to the home point; if the flight altitude is greater than or equal to 3 meters, the drone will directly return to the home point.

  • Page 16: Smart Track

    Smart Track Smart Track is supported only in GPS mode. The user can choose Trace, Profile, or Lock in the App menu. The drone will trace the subject chosen at the App interface at a distance. In Trace mode, the heading will always lock at the target and trace it from the back at a distance.
  • Page 17 In Lock mode, the drone will hover at a place if flight speed is 0, following the target 360°. The user can also adjust flight speed, and the drone will fly around the target at a certain distance. flight speed =0m/s flight speed = 0m/s camera tracking 360°...
  • Page 18 Center point If sticks are moved in flight, the flight altitude or radius will be changed. Taking Mode 2 as example: Narrow radius Counter Clockwise Direction& Direction& clockwise Speed Speed Down Expand radius Left stick Right stick...
  • Page 19 Tap-fly The user can select Tap-fly in the App. Tap map to choose a destination and set flight speed, the drone will fly over there at a default speed in a straight line. If a point of interest is set, the camera will be locked at the POI Tap the map to choose a destination Switch to image interface to drag a rectangle around the POI Set flight altitude and speed...

  • Page 20: Course Lock

    Course Lock The user can select Course Lock mode in the App. The drone saves current fly direction as heading. The user can control sticks to adjust direction of head and gimbal, but the forward direction remains unchanged. Tripod Mode The max speed of the drone is 1m/s, and the max rotation speed is 60°/s.
  • Page 21 Spiral Mode The user can select Spiral Mode in the App. Set the central point and radius, the drone will spirally fly upward and shoot a video simultaneously, showing a sense of space. Fly to a point to set as the central point. Fly away the central point to set radius.
  • Page 22 One-click Video Soaring flight: Select a target and the drone will rise quickly according to the set altitude, and shoot a video. Dronie flight: Select a shooting target, the aircraft will automatically rise and fly far away according to the set distance and current gimbal angle, and shoot a video. Orbit flight: Select the target, the aircraft will keep the current altitude, take the horizontal distance from the target as the radius, circle the target, and shoot a video.
  • Page 23 3. When all waypoints ready, please set waypoints routes attribute, including flight speed, heading direction, action at the destination. 4. POI is enabled when executing waypoints. Choosing points on the map 1. Tap map to add waypoint. 2. Set waypoint attribute, including flight altitude and action at the destination. 3.
  • Page 24 SAR Mode The user can select SAR Mode in the APP. With real-time GPS coordinates, the drone could help user to search and rescue. Image interface: show real-time coordinate and time of the drone, support digital zoom, screen shots to share it online Map interface: show real-time coordinate and time of the drone in ordinary map and satellite map, screen shots to share it online Precise Landing...
  • Page 25 AI Super Night Video The FIMI MINI 3 is equipped with a brand-new generation of AI ISP, and the Super Night Mode has undergone a revolutionary upgrade. With ultra-high sensitivity noise reduction, the signal-to-noise ratio has increased by 4 times, capturing pure and bright images in low-light environments at night.
  • Page 26 In manual mode, if the APP does not prompt to switch to night mode, please manually switch based on the current ambient brightness. Notes: 1. Night mode currently supports 24/25/30fps specifications. 2. Night mode does not support zoom.
  • Page 27 8K Hyperlapse Recording Supports a maximum resolution of 8000X6000 ultra-high-definition images. Lower the preview frame rate for better time-lapse recording. For optimal time-lapse recording, fly at a slower speed. In camera video mode, click on the shooting mode options and select Hyperlapse Recording.
  • Page 28 Access the video size options through settings or the resolution settings below.
  • Page 29 Select 8K Hyperlapse Recording. Notes: 1. It is recommended to fly at an altitude of 50m or above to capture time-lapse footage for better results. 2. Select static objects at a distance of >15m, such as buildings, mountains, houses, etc. 3.
  • Page 30 Propellers Please install and remove propellers as the picture shown. Attach the gray marked propellers to the motor mounting base with gray marks on the arms. Distinguish clockwise propellers and counterclockwise propellers before installation. Need to use a screwdriver for installation and make sure screws are locked well.
  • Page 31 Battery Hardly push the battery, after the battery installed in place, there will be a "click" sound. To remove the battery, you need to press the bottom buckle to pull out the battery. Battery buckle Safety tips: Please place the battery separately if don’t use it for a long time.
  • Page 32 Charging Use the USB cable to charge the battery as shown below. The battery status light keeps on when charging. The battery level light off when charging finished. It takes 2.5h to fully charge the battery via 5V/2A, 1.5h via 9V/2A and 1h via 9V/3A. Note: 1.

  • Page 33: Turning On And Off

    Turning on and off Short press+long press power button 2 seconds to power on/off . Short press the power button to check battery level. Power button...

  • Page 34: Insert Micro Sd Card

    Insert Micro SD card When installing Micro SD card, please pull out the battery. Insert the SD card into the SD card slot. When removing SD card, press the SD card to pop out.
  • Page 35 Equip and remove the gimbal protector Equip and remove the gimbal protector as shown Equip the gimbal protector as Remove the gimbal protector as the arrow leading the arrow leading...
  • Page 36 Gimbal The FIMI MINI 3 drone is equipped with a newly designed integrated gimbal camera, utilizing three-axis mechanical stabilization technology to provide a stable shooting platform for the camera. The pitch axis can be controlled within a range of 10 to -90 degrees, which can be adjusted either through the left wheel on the remote controller or within the app interface.

  • Page 37: Remote Controller

    Remote controller 1 Turning on and off Short press+long press power button 2 seconds to power on/off. Short press to check battery level. Power button...
  • Page 38 2 Charging Connect the remote controller to a power adapter as shown below. When the RC is in charge, the battery level lights are flashing. When the RC is fully charged, the battery level lights go out. It takes about 2.5 hours to fully charge the RC in the powered off condition.
  • Page 39 3 Connect the remote controller Use USB cable to connect the device as shown. Unfold the RC to place the device.
  • Page 40 4 Taking Videos & Photos Press the shoot button to take a photo. A photo is taken when you hear 2 short sounds. Press the record button to record video. Press again to stop recording with 4 short sounds. The pitch angle of the gimbal can be controlled by toggling the left dial up and down. Video button Photo button Dial...
  • Page 41 5 Sticks Control （Mode 1) Forward Counterclockwise Clockwise Left Right Backward Down Left sticker Right sticker （Mode 2) Forward Counterclockwise Clockwise Left Right Backward Down Left sticker Right sticker （Mode 3) Forward Counterclockwise Clockwise Left Right Backward Down Left sticker Right sticker...

  • Page 42: Remote Controller Pairing

    Remote Controller Pairing When a new remote controller or drone is replaced, please pair the remote controller and the drone again as shown below： Turn on the drone and remote controller. Wait for 20 seconds, then long press the power button of controller until hearing the beep sound, and the light will be flashing.
  • Page 43 Light status of remote controller Remote lights Remote status Short press the power button Check battery level Fade in and out Not connected to the drone Flash in turn Pairing or updating the firmware Light keeps on Connection normal LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4...
  • Page 44 Download and install Fimi Navi Mini app, register a FIMI user account or enter the app directly. Note：You are supposed to register and log in for enjoying more special flight modes. Image Interface 1. Return to login interface ：Tap to return to the home screen.
  • Page 45 ：Height from the home point. ：Distance from the home point. ：Vertical speed of aircraft. ：Horizontal speed of aircraft. ：Battery level is only enough for landing. 3.Signal status, battery status and default settings ：Display the current GPS signals. 0-6 means low signal and displays in red colour, 7-12 medium signal and in yellow colour, more than 13 great signal and in white colour.
  • Page 46 5.Smart flight ：Switch various switch modes from waypoint mode, spiral mode, route mode, tripod mode and so on. ：Flight planning mode includes setting POI, flight route and historical route. ：Smart tracking includes trace tracking, profile tracking and lock tracking. ：Spiral flight. ：Waypoint flight.
  • Page 47 ：Display the current pitch angle of the gimbal，Long press the gimbal for more -57.3 than 2 seconds to vertically downward, double-click the gimbal to return to center ：In video mode, quick toggle for AI Super Night Mode. 7. Light metering and locked exposure Tap any position on the app to meter the light or lock the exposure value.
  • Page 48 ：Tap to center the drone. ：Display the location of the drone. ：Display the location of the Home. ：Display the location of the phone. ：Tap to correct the direction. ：Switch the map. ：Home point. ：Tap to switch to guided map. ：Represent the direction of the phone. ：The position of drone to the phone.
  • Page 49 Flight Distinguish the direction of the drone The side of gimbal camera is head of drone. Distinguish the direction of drone through status light. Drone heading Safety tips：User should face to the tail of drone when operating it, in case of accident caused by wrong direction.
  • Page 50 Prepare to fly Make sure that the battery of the aircraft and remote controller is sufficient. Make sure that the propeller is properly installed and free from damage and aging. Make sure the gimbal protective cover has been removed and the camera lens has been cleaned.
  • Page 51 Right stick Down Move backward Sideways Flight Left stick Right stick Left Fly to the left Left stick Right stick Right Fly to the Right Note: The stick mode can be set in FIMI Navi app (the default is American hand).
  • Page 52 Remote Controller Communication Range When operating an aircraft, it is necessary to timely adjust the orientation and distance between the remote controller and the aircraft, as well as adjust the antenna position to ensure that the aircraft always remains within the optimal communication range.
  • Page 53 Stop propellers in an emergency When motors can't properly turn off, please toggle the left stick to the bottom inner in maximum range, and press Auto return-to-home button for 5 seconds simultaneously, the motors will stop. Safety tips: Do not do the operation above during normal flight to avoid motors being stopped in the air.
  • Page 54 Flying Condition Requirement 1. The drone is suitable for people above 16 years who have full civil capacity. 2. Make sure to keep some distance from people, animals, trees, vehicles and buildings while using the drone. Please be careful when someone approaches. 3.

  • Page 55: Maintenance And Calibration

    Maintenance and Calibration Remote Controller Calibration Please try to calibrate the remote controller when you detect inconsistencies between stick control and drone flying. Select "RC Calibration" in the remote controller menu Tap" Start" to calibrate the center, do not move sticks Skip to sticks calibration once the center calibration succeed Skip to dial calibration once the sticks calibration succeed Note: Please turn off the power of the drone before calibrating the remote controller.
  • Page 56 App will pop up corresponding hints. Firmware Upgrade Please check the firmware version regularly, new version will be updated by Fimi Navi App to prompt users to update. Please download new firmware when the App is connected with the drone and remote controller...

  • Page 57: Drone Specifications

    Drone Specifications Drone Model: FMWRJ04A3 Dimensions (folded, without propellers): Length 145mm × Width 85mm × Height 56mm Dimensions (unfolded, without propellers): Length 200mm × Width 145mm × Height 56mm Takeoff Weight: Approx. 245g Diagonal Distance: 214mm Max Ascent Speed: 5m/s Max Descent Speed: 3.5m/s Max Flight Speed: 18m/s *in a windless environment at sea level...
  • Page 58 Remote Controller Model: FMYKQ04A3 Product Weight: Approx. 260g Dimensions: 165mm x 89mm x 47mm Operating Frequency: 2.4000 GHz -2.4835 GHz 5.725 GHz -5.850 GHz Max Battery Life: 8 hours *Without charging the mobile device 4 hours *Charging the mobile device *Measured with mobile device battery level above 95%;...

  • Page 59: Intelligent Flight Battery

    Gimbal Intelligent Flight Battery Three-axis Mechanical Gimbal: -110° ~ 40°(Pitch) Capacity：2200mAh -40° ~ 40°(Roll) Weight：Approx. 85g -40° ~ 40°(Yaw) Nominal Voltage：7.7V Controllable Rotation Range: 10°～-90°（Pitch） Charging Limited Voltage：8.8V Angular Vibration Range: ±0.005° Battery Type：Li-ion 2S Energy：16.92Wh Charging Temperature：5-40℃ Camera Image Sensor: 1/2-inch CMOS Lens: FOV 79°...
  • Page 60 Official website：www.fimi.com Customer service email: support@fimi.com Service hotline: 400-661-0908 Manufacturer : Shenzhen FIMI Robot Technology Co.,Ltd Address: No.1213-1217,12F,West Block,Tianliao Building, 1133 Xueyuan Avenue, Taoyuan Street，Nanshan District, Shenzhen City,Guangdong Province, China...

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