PHANTOM 3 STANDARD User Manual 2015.10 V1.
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Contents Using this Manual Legends 2 Readings 2 Video Tutorials 2 DJI GO App 2 Product Profile Introduction 6 Key Features 6 Preparing the Aircraft and Remote Controller 7 Aircraft Diagram 8 Remote Controller Diagram 8 Aircraft Flight Controller 10 Flight Modes 10 LED Indicators 10 Return-to-Home (RTH) 11 Smart RTH 11 Low Battery RTH 12 Failsafe RTH 13 Flight Data 14 Attaching and Detaching the Propelle
DJI GO App Equipment 32 Library 35 Explore 35 Me 35 Flight Flying Conditions Flight Limits and No Fly Zones 37 Pre-flight Checklist 41 Calibrating the Compass 41 Auto Takeoff and Landing 42 Starting and Stopping the Motors 43 Flight Test 43 37 FAQ Appendix 4 Specifications 50 Firmwares Update 52 Intelligent Flight Mode 52 After-Sales Information 52 FCC Compliance 53 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Product Profile This section introduces the features of the aircraft and remote controller. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Product Profile Introduction The Phantom 3 Standard is an easy-to-fly quadcopter for aerial photography and filmmaking. It includes a high-quality camera, custom-built remote controller, and Intelligent Flight Battery, and is compatible with the DJI GO app for mobile devices. Key Features Product Profile Camera and Gimbal: The built-in camera captures video at 2.7K and 12 megapixel photos. A 3-axis gimbal holds the camera stable and steady as you fly, resulting in shake-free footage every time.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Preparing the Aircraft and Remote Controller Removing the Gimbal Clamp Slide the gimbal clamp off the camera. Attach the black propeller nuts onto the motors with black dots and spin them counter-clockwise to secure. Attach the silver propeller nuts onto the motors without black dots and spin them clockwise to secure. Tighten the propellers with both hands before each flight.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Aircraft Diagram [1] [2] [3] [4] [1] Propellers [5] [2] Motors [6] [3] Front LED Indicator [4] Aircraft Micro USB Port Product Profile [5] Camera Status Indicator 1 [6] Landing Gear [7] [8] [10] [7] Intelligent Flight Battery [8] Gimbal and Camera [9] Antennas [9] [10] Camera Micro SD card slot [11] Link Button [13] [11] [12] Camera Micro USB Port [12] [13] Aircraft Status Indicator Remote Controller Diagram [1] Antenna [1] [2] [2] Mobile Device Holder [3]
Aircraft This section introduces the features of the flight controller and the Intelligent Flight Battery. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Aircraft Flight Controller The flight controller provides stability, safety and control to the Phantom 3 Standard. The supported flight modes are designed to optimize aircraft control for different conditions and purposes. The flight controller allows the aircraft to automatically Return-to-Home (RTH) if the remote controller signal is lost (i.e. Failsafe RTH) or when instructed to by the pilot (i.e. Smart RTH), ensuring the safe return of your aircraft.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Aircraft Status Indicator Blinking Patterns Normal Flashes red, green and yellow alternatively Flashes green and yellow alternatively Turning on and running self-diagnostic test Warming up Flashes green slowly Safe to Fly (P-Mode with strong GPS signal) Flashes yellow slowly Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS signal) Warning Aircraft Flashes yellow quickly Remote controller's signal lost Flashes red slowly Low Battery Warning Flashes red quickly Critical Battery Warni
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Low Battery RTH When the Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft, the Low Battery Level Warning or Critically Low Battery Warning will appear in the DJI GO app. The thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft’s current altitude and distance from the Home Point, but you can also set your own fixed thresholds as extra precaution.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Failsafe RTH Failsafe RTH will be triggered if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds, provided that a Home Point was recorded previously. You can regain control of the aircraft if the remote controller signal is recovered.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Aircraft cannot return to the Home Point when GPS signal is weak ([ ] displays grey) or unavailable. if you move the throttle stick after the aircraft rises above 65 feet (20m) but below the pre-set Failsafe RTH altitude, the aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to the Home Point. Aircraft Flight Data The aircraft automatically keeps a record of detailed flight data including telemetry measurements, aircraft status information, and error messages.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Ensure the propellers are attached to the correct motors. Only using the propller with the same model. Tighten the propellers with both hands before each flight. Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, or broken propellers. Stand clear of the motors and DO NOT touch the propellers when they are spinning.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: LEDs display the current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: LEDs display the current battery life. 3. Auto-Discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% of battery level when it is left idle (pressing the power button will exit idle state) for more than 10 days to prevent swelling.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual TLow Temperature Environments: Ensure the temperature of the Intelligent Flight Battery exceeds 5℃ before takeoff. To warm up the aircraft battery, power it on inside the battery compartment for approximately 1-2 minutes before takeoff. Begin flying by hovering the aircraft at a low altitude for approximately 1 minute to ensure that the battery temperature is stable. Checking the Battery Level When the battery is powered off, press the power button once.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Checking the Battery Life The battery life indicates the number of cycles the battery can be charged and discharged 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.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Battery Level Indicators while Charging LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 0%~25% 25%~50% 50%~75% 75%~100% Fully Charged Aircraft Battery Protection Mechanism The table below shows the LED blinking patterns and their corresponding battery protection warning.
Remote Controller This section describes the features of the remote controller, and includes instructions for controlling the aircraft and the camera. 20 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Remote Controller Profile The Phantom 3 Standard remote controller features a 2.4 GHz WiFi Video Downlink, 5.8 GHz aircraft transmission system, and a built-in battery. It is capable of transmitting signals to the aircraft at up to 0.62 miles (1 km). There is a foldable mobile device holder attached to the remote controller used to mount your smartphone. Compliance: The remote controller is made to comply with both CE and FCC standards.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Remote Controller Operation The remote controller is set to Mode 2 by default. Neutral Position: The control stick is released and in the central position. Remote Controller ( Aircraft Indicates nose direction) Operation Vertical movement of the left stick controls the aircraft’s elevation. Push up to ascend and press down to descend. Remote Controller Use the left stick to take off when the motors are spinning at idle speed.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Toggle the S1 switch back and forth multiple times to regain the control of the aircraft during Failsafe RTH. Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 Toggle the S1 switch to position 1 to enable P-Mode, to position 2 to enable A-Mode, and to position 3 to enable F-Mode. Toggle the S2 switch back and forth at least twice to initiate Smart RTH. Use the S2 switch and the gimbal dial to link with the aircraft and reset the WiFi password.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Linking the Remote Controller The Phantom 3 Standard is linked to the remote controller by default, and re-linking is only necessary if the remote controller is replaced with a new one. Refer to the figure below to locate the Link Button. Link Button Remote Controller Linking Procedures 1. Turn on the aircraft and press the Link Button. The button will blink red when the aircraft is ready to link. 2.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual The CE compliant remote controller has an effective signal range of 0.31 miles (500 m) in open spaces. The FCC compliant remote controller has an effective signal range of 0.62 miles (1000 m) in open spaces. Be aware of your flying distance as the aircraft will enter Failsafe RTH if it flies beyond transmission range. Remote Controller Status LED Description Status LED Remote Controller Status None Functioning normally and fully charged.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual WiFi Connection Status P-GPS Settings CL Safe to FlyCL(GPS) Safe to Fly (GPS) P-GPS Wi-Fi ISO 100 ISO 100 Enable WiFi Select ‘PHANTOM3_XXXXXX’ 1/320 1/320 EV 0 EV 0 4821 JPEG 4821 JPEG Wi-Fi PHANTOM3_XXXXXX i CHOOSE A NETWORK... Other... i i Ask to Join Networks... Remote Controller Known networks will be joined automatically. If no known networks are available, you will have to manually select a network. H: 39M D: 1039M V.S: 2.3M/S H.S: 14.
Camera and Gimbal This section provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the gimbal’s operation modes. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Camera and Gimbal Camera The on-board camera features a 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor that captures up to 2.7k Ultra HD video at 30fps and 12 MP still photos. Video can be recorded in MOV or MP4 format, while stills can be saved in both JPEG and DNG formats. Shooting modes include burst, AEB and time-lapse. A live HD video feed from the camera can be viewed on your mobile device through the DJI GO app.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Camera Status LED The Camera Status LED lights up when the aircraft is turned on and provides information on the working status of the camera. Blinking Pattern Camera Status Blinks green quickly (0.1s on, 0.2s off) System is warming up Blinks green once (0.4s on, 0.5s off) Taking a single shot Blinks green three times (0.1s on, 0.3s off) Taking 3/5/7 burst shots Blinks red slowly (1.6s on, 0.8s off) Recording video Blinks red quickly (0.2s on, 0.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Gimbal Operation Modes Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera settings page of the DJI GO 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 pitch angles of the gimbal and the aircraft stay the same.
DJI GO App This section introduces the four main pages in the DJI GO app. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
DJI GO App The DJI GO app is an essential hub to operate your DJI equipment, share your artwork, explore the community, and manage your DJI account, all at once. These features correspond to the four pages – Equipment, Library, Explore and Me - which are introduced in detail below.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual [1] Flight Mode : The current flight mode is displayed next to this icon. Tap to enter the Main Controller Settings, where you can configure the parameters that affect flight behavior. The aircraft is in Beginner Mode by default, and cannot fly 30 meters (98 feet) above or away from the Home Point. You can disable Beginner Mode in the Main Controller Settings. [2] GPS Signal Strength : Shows the current GPS signal strength. Green bars indicate an adequate GPS strength.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Playback : Tap to play back photos and videos on the Micro SD card. Camera Settings : Tap to set the ISO, shutter speed and auto exposure values. [11] Map Shows the current position of the aircraft. Tap the map to switch from Camera View to Map View. DJI GO App [12] Flight Telemetry H: 39M V.S 2.3 M/S D: 210M H.S 4.2 M/S 232M The radar-like object indicates the aircraft’s attitude. Tap to bring up the Map. (1) The red arrow indicates the aircraft’s heading.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Library View, edit and share your artwork all in one place. The Library has a range of simple but powerful tools that let you edit your videos and photos before sharing them online, minutes after they are captured. Explore Find out about our latest events, featured products and trending Skypixel uploads in the Explore page.
Flight This section describes safe flight practices and flight restrictions. 36 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Flight Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the DJI GO app to practice flying or have an experienced pilot accompany you for supervision. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open area.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Strong GPS Signal Flashing Green Flight Limits DJI GO App Aircraft Status Indicator Max Height Flight altitude must be below the preset height. Warning: Height limit reached. None. Max Radius Flight distance must be within the max radius. Warning: Distance limit reached. Flashes red rapidly when the aircraft approaches the max radius limit.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual 1640 feet 66 feet 1 mile R1 R2 320 feet no-fly zone Restricted-Altitude Flight Zone Warning Zone 1640 feet 66 feet 1 mile R1 R2 320 feet no-fly zone Restricted-Altitude Flight Zone Warning Zone Restricted Areas (Requires GPS): 100m R no-fly zone Warning Zone Free Zone No Fly Zone: Areas introduced by DJI with restricted flight to help the pilot fly safely and legally.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Strong GPS Signal Zone No Fly Zone Flight RestrictedAltitude Flight Zone Warning Zone Free Zone Flashing Green Restrictions DJI GO App Warning Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. Takeoff prohibited. If the aircraft loses GPS signal and enters the restricted area but regains GPS signal afterwards, the aircraft will enter Semi-Automatic Descent and land itself. Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. Automatic landing has begun.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Pre-flight Checklist 1. The remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and your mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 3. The Micro SD card is inserted, if necessary. 4. The gimbal is functioning normally. 5. Motors start properly and are functioning as normal. 6. The DJI GO app is connected to the remote controller. Calibrating the Compass IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight location.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual 3. Hold the aircraft with its camera facing down, and rotate it 360 degrees along its central axis. The Aircraft Status Indicator will change from solid green to flashing yellow when complete. The calibration is successful. 4. If the Aircraft Status Indicator becomes solid red, the calibration is unsuccessful. Repeat the steps above to recalibrate the compass. Flight If the Aircraft Status Indicator flashes red and yellow alternatively, the compass data is abnormal.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Starting and Stopping the Motors The Combination Stick Command (CSC) illustrated below is used to start or stop the motors. Ensure you perform the CSC command in one continuous motion. Starting the Motors A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks simultaneously.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual When the Aircraft Status Indicator flashes yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered the Failsafe mode. The Aircraft Status Indicators will flash red slowly to indicate a Low Battery Level Warning, and flash red rapidly to indicate a Critically Low Battery Level Warning. Tips for Shooting Aerials 1. Go through the pre-flight checklist before each flight. 2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI GO app. 3.
FAQ In this section, we’ll try our best to answer all your questions. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
FAQ How far can I fly my Phantom 3 Standard? The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions and local regulations, but the Phantom 3 Standard can reach distances of up to 0.62 miles (1 km) away from the pilot. What is the Phantom 3 Standard’s maximum flight time? Flight time will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage patterns, but the Intelligent Flight Battery is designed to provide up to 25 minutes of uninterrupted flight time when fully charged.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual By default, the remote controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the left stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft and the right stick controls the movement of the aircraft. You can switch to other standard modes or configure a custom mode under RC Settings in the DJI GO app. What do the switches on the top of the remote controller do? These switches are called the S1 and S2 switches.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual A compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. power lines and radio base stations). The Aircraft Status Indicators will blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error occurs and the DJI GO app will display one of the following messages: • Compass error, calibration required This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings.
Appendix Everthing else you need to know. © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Appendix Specifications Aircraft Weight (Incl. Battery and Propellers) 1216 g Max Ascent Speed 5 m/s Max Descent Speed 3 m/s Max Speed 16 m/s (A-Mode, no wind) Max Service Ceiling Above Sea Level 6000 m (Software altitude limit: 120 m above takeoff point) Max Flight Time Approx. 25 min Operating Temperature 0° to 40° C GPS System Built-in GPS Gimbal Controllable Range Pitch: -90° to +30° Angular Vibration Range ±0.02° Appendix Camera Sensor 1/2.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Remote Controller Operating Frequency Max Transmission Distance 5.725 GHz - 5.825 GHz, 922.7 MHz - 927.7 MHz（Japan） FCC: 1000 m; CE: 500 m (outdoors and unobstructed, aircraft’s altitude at 400 feet/120 m) Operating Temperature 0° to 40° C Battery 2600 mAh LiPo 18650 Transmitter Power (EIRP) FCC: 19 dBm；CE: 14 dBm Operating Voltage 600 mA @ 3.7V Charging Port Micro USB Battery Charger Output Voltage 17.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual Firmwares Update Connect to the Internet, launch the DJI GO app. The DJI GO app will start checking for available firmware updates automatically. Follow the on-screen instruction to update the latest firmware for the aircraft, remote controller and intelligent flight battery.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual 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 interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Phantom 3 Standard User Manual 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.
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