DJI CP.MA.00000080.01 Users Manual

DJI Smart Controller
User Manual
2019.04
v1.2
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Using this Manual

Legends

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Video Tutorials

Please watch the tutorial videos in the link below, which demonstrate how to use this product safely: https://www.dji.com/smart-controller?site=brandsite&from=nav

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Contents

Using this Manual
Legends 1
Video Tutorials 1
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Contents 2
Product Prole
Introduction 3
Overview 4
Preparing the Smart Controller
Charging the Battery 6
Attaching the Control Sticks 6
Smart Controller Operations
Turning the Smart Controller On and Off 7
Activating the Smart Controller 7
Linking the Smart Controller 8
Controlling the Aircraft 8
Operating the Camera 12
Dual Remote Controller Mode 13
Display Interface
Homepage 14
Quick Settings 15
DJI GO 4 App / DJI Pilot 16
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Appendix
Specications
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Changing Storage Locations for Images and Videos 17
Control Stick Navigation 17
DJI GO Share (only available when using DJI GO 4) 17
Status LED and Battery Level Indicators Description 18
Smart Controller Warning Sounds 19
System Update 19
Button Combinations 19
Calibrating the Compass 20
Blocking Third-party Notications 21
HDMI 21
After-sales Information 21
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Product Prole

Introduction

The DJI Smart Controller features OCUSYNC™ 2.0 technology and is compatible with aircraft which support OcuSync 2.0. With a wide range of function buttons, the remote controller can perform a variety of tasks and control the aircraft within a maximum range of 8 km. Dual transmission frequency support makes HD video downlink stable and reliable.
Ultra-bright Screen: The built-in 5.5 inch screen boasts a high brightness of 1000 cd/m² and a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.
Multiple Connections: The Smart Controller supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections.
Video and Audio Management: The Smart Controller has a built-in microphone and speaker, and is
capable of displaying 4K videos at 60 fps both in H.264 and H.265 formats. In addition, the videos can be displayed on an external monitor by using the HDMI port.
Extended Storage Capability: The Smart Controller’s storage capability can be increased by using a microSD card. This allows users to store more images and videos and makes it easier to export them to a computer.
Reliable in More Environments: The Smart Controller can operate normally within a wide temperature range from -4° F (20° C) to 104° F (40° C).
Compatible with More DJI Aircrafts: With the Aircraft Management feature of Smart Controller, users can add and manage more aircraft models. The Mavic 2 Pro, Mavic 2 Zoom, and Mavic 2 Enterprise series are supported.
DJI GO Share: The brand new DJI GO Share function of the built-in DJI GO 4 App enable users to transfer images and videos to smart devices after they have been downloaded from playback in DJI GO™ 4.
Maximum ight time was tested in windless conditions at a consistent speed of 15.5 mph
(25 kph) using the MAVIC
Refer to Specications to check compatible aircrafts models.
To comply with local regulations, the 5.8 GHz frequency is not available in some countries
and regions.
4K/60fps is supported for non HDR 10 bit videos. When selecting HDR 10 bit videos, only
4k/30fps is available.
The main difference between linking the Smart Controller with the Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom and
the Smart Controller with the Mavic 2 Enterprise series, is the built-in app used for ight. The
Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom uses the DJI GO 4 app and the Mavic 2 Enterprise series uses DJI Pilot. The general descriptions in this manual apply to all aircraft models that link to the Smart Controller.
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Overview

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1 Antennas
Relays aircraft control and video signal.
2 Back Button / Function Button
Press once to return to the previous
page and press twice to go back to the homepage. Hold to view a guide to using button combinations. Refer to the Button Combinations section for more information.
3 Control Sticks
Control the orientation and movement of the
aircraft when the remote controller is linked to an aircraft. Go to Settings > Control Stick Navigation, to customize the navigation settings.
4 RTH Button
Press and hold to initiate Return to Home
(RTH). Press again to cancel RTH.
5 Flight Pause Button
Press once to exit TapFly, ActiveTrack, and
other Intelligent Flight Modes.
6 Flight Mode Switch
Switch between T-mode, P-mode, and
S-mode.
7 Status LED
Indicates the linking status and warnings for
the control sticks, low battery level, and high temperature.
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8 Battery Level LEDs
Displays the battery level of the remote
controller.
9 5D Button
The default conguration is listed below. The
functions can be set in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot.
Up: Recenter gimbal/move gimbal downward Down: Focus switch/metering Left: Decrease EV value Right: Increase EV value Press: Open DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot Intelligent
Flight Modes menu (not available for Mavic 2 Enterprise series).
When the remote controller is not linked to an
aircraft, the 5D button can be used to navigate on the remote controller. Go to Settings > Control Stick Navigation to enable this function.
10 Power Button
Use to turn the remote controller on and off.
When the remote controller is powered on, press the button to enter sleep mode or to wake up the controller.
11 Conrm Button / Customizable Button C3*
When the remote controller is not linked to an
aircraft, press to conrm a selection. When
linked to an aircraft, the button cannot be used
to conrm a selection. However, the function
of the button when linked to an aircraft can be customized in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot.
* This Conrm button can be customized in future rmware.
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12 Touchscreen
Tap to select.
13 USB-C Port
Use to charge or update the remote
controller.
14 Microphone
Records audio.
15 Screw Holes
16 Gimbal Dial
Use to control the camera’s tilt.
17 Record Button
Press to start recording video. Press
again to stop recording.
18 HDMI Port
For video output.
19 microSD Card Slot
Use to insert a microSD card.
20 USB-A Port
Use to connect external devices.
21 Focus/Shutter Button
Half press to focus, and then press to
take a photo.
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22 Camera Settings Dial
Mavic 2 Pro: Turn the dial to adjust the
exposure compensation (when in Program mode), aperture (when in Aperture Priority and Manual mode), or shutter (when in Shutter Priority mode).
Mavic 2 Zoom/ Mavic 2 Enterprise: Turn
to adjust the zoom of the Mavic 2 Zoom camera.
Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual: Turn the dial to
adjust the exposure compensation.
23 Air Vent
Used for heat dissipation. DO NOT cover
the air vent during use.
24 Sticks Storage Slot
Use to store a pair of control sticks.
25 Customizable Button C2
The default conguration is playback. The
conguration can be set in DJI GO 4 / DJI
Pilot.
26 Speaker
Outputs sound.
27 Customizable Button C1
The default conguration is center focus.
The conguration can be set in DJI GO 4 /
DJI Pilot.
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Used for heat dissipation. DO NOT cover
the air intake during use.
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Preparing the Smart Controller

Charging the Battery

There are two pairs built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion batteries in the remote controller. Please charge the remote controller using the USB-C port.
Charging Time: 2 hours (using a standard USB power adapter)
Power Outlet
100 ~ 240 V
Please use a DJI ofcal USB power adapter to charge the remote controller. If not, a USB
power adapter certied FCC/CE rated 12 V/2 A is recommended.
The battery will deplete when stored for an extended period of time. Please recharge the
battery at least once every three months to prevent over discharging.
USB Power Adapter USB-C Cable

Attaching the Control Sticks

Two pairs of control sticks are included in the packaging for the Smart Controller. One pair is stored in the sticks storage slot on the back of the remote controller. Follow the steps below to attach the control sticks stored in the sticks storage slot to the remote controller.
Lift the antennas Remove the control sticks Rotate to attach the
control sticks
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Smart Controller Operations

Turning the Smart Controller On and Off

Follow the steps below to turn the remote controller on and off.
1. Press the power button once to check the current battery level. Charge the remote controller if the battery level is too low.
2. Hold the power button or press once and then hold the power button to power on the remote controller.
3. Repeat Step 2 to power off the remote controller.

Activating the Smart Controller

The Smart Controller needs to be activated before using for the rst time. Make sure the
remote controller can connect to the internet during activation. Follow the steps below to
Internet
activate the Smart Controller.
1. Power on the remote controller. Select the language and tap “Next”. Carefully read the terms of
use and privacy policy and tap “Agree”. After conrming, set the country/region.
2. Connect the remote controller to the internet via Wi-Fi. After connecting, tap “Next” to continue and select the time zone, date, and time.
3. Log in with your DJI account. If you do not have an account, create a DJI account and log in.
4. Tap “Activate” on the activation page.
5. After activating, please select if you would like to join the Smart Controller Improvement Project. The project helps to improve the user experience by sending diagnostic and usage data automatically every day. No personal data will be collected by DJI.
6. The remote controller will check for rmware updates. If a rmware update is available, you will
be prompted to download the latest version.
Please check the internet connection if the activation fails. If the internet connection is normal, please try to activate the remote controller again. Contact DJI if the activation continues to fail.
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Linking the Smart Controller

When the Smart Controller is purchased together with an aircraft, the remote controller has already been linked to the aircraft, and they can be directly used after activating the remote controller and aircraft. If the Smart Controller and the aircraft were purchased separately, follow the steps below to link the remote controller to the aircraft.
Method 1: Using Smart Controller Buttons
1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft.
2. Press the customizable button C1, C2, and Record button simultaneously. The status LED blinks blue and the controller beeps twice to indicate the linking has started.
3. Press the linking button on the aircraft. The remote controller’s status LED will be solid green if the linking is successful.
Method 2: Using DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot
1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft. Tap “Go” on the homepage and log in using a DJI account.
2. Tap “Enter Device”, select “Connect to the aircraft”, and follow the prompts to start linking.
3. Select “Enter the Camera View” and tap
Controller Linking” and tap “OK” to conrm.
4. The status LED blinks blue and the remote controller beeps twice to indicate the linking has started.
5. Press the linking button on the aircraft. The remote controller's status LED will be solid green if the linking is successful.
in camera view. Scroll to the bottom, tap “Remote
Method 3: Using Quick Settings
1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft.
2. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings. Tap
3. The status LED blinks blue and the remote controller beeps twice to indicate the linking has started.
4. Press the linking button on the aircraft. The remote controller's status LED will be solid green if the linking is successful.
Make sure the remote controller is within 1.6 ft (0.5 m) of the aircraft during linking. Make sure the remote controller is connected to the internet when logging in using a DJI
account.
to start linking.

Controlling the Aircraft

The control sticks control the aircraft’s orientation (yaw), forward and backward movement (pitch), altitude (throttle), and left and right movement (roll). The control stick mode determines the function of each control stick. Three preprogrammed modes (Mode 1, Mode 2, and Mode 3) are available
and custom modes can be congured in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot. The default mode is Mode 2.
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In each of the three pre-programmed modes, the aircraft hovers in place at a constant orientation
when both sticks are centered. See the gures below to see the function of each control stick in the
three preprogrammed modes.
Mode 1
Left Stick
Forward
Right Stick
UP
Mode 2
Mode 3
Backward
Turn RightTurn Left
Right StickLeft Stick
UP
Down
Turn RightTurn Left
Left Stick Right Stick
Forward
Backward
Down
RightLeft
Forward
Backward
RightLeft
UP
Down
RightLeft
Turn RightTurn Left
The gure below explains how to use each control stick. Mode 2 has been used as an example.
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Center position: Control sticks are centered. Moving the control stick: Control sticks are pushed away from the center.
Control Stick Mode 2 Aircraft Remarks
Left Stick
Left Stick
Right Stick
Right Stick
UP
Down
Forward
Backward
Moving the left stick up or down changes the aircraft’s altitude. Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the aircraft changes altitude. Push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected changes in altitude.
Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the orientation of the aircraft. Push the stick left to rotate the aircraft counter-clockwise and right to rotate the aircraft clockwise. The more the stick is pushed
Turn RightTurn Left
away from the center position, the faster the aircraft rotates.
Moving the right stick up and down changes the
aircraft’s pitch. Push the stick up to y forward and down to y backward. The more the stick is pushed
away from the center position, the faster the aircraft moves.
Moving the right stick to the left or right changes the
aircraft’s roll. Push the stick left to y left and right to y right. The more the stick is pushed away from the
RightLeft
center position, the faster the aircraft moves.
Keep the remote controller away from magnetic materials to avoid it being affected by
magnetic interference.
To avoid damage, it is recommended that the control sticks are removed and stored in
the storage slot on the remote controller during transportation or storage.
Flight Mode Switch
Toggle the switch to select the ight mode. Choose between T-mode, P-mode, and S-mode.
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位置T
位置S
位置P
Position Flight Mode
Position T
Position P
Position S
T-mode (Tripod): The aircraft utilizes GPS and vision systems to locate itself, stabilize, and navigate
between obstacles. In this mode, the maximum ight speed is limited to 2.2 mph (3.6 kph). The
responsiveness to stick movements is also reduced for smoother, more controlled movement.
P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. The aircraft utilizes GPS, Vision Systems, and an Infrared Sensing System to stabilize, avoid obstacles, and track moving subjects. Advanced features such as TapFly and ActiveTrack are available in this mode.
S-mode (Sport): The handling gain values of the aircraft are adjusted to enhance aircraft maneuverability. Note that Vision Systems are disabled in this mode.
Regardless of the position the switch is in on the remote controller, the aircraft begins in P-mode
by default. To switch ight modes, rst go to camera view in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot, tap “Multiple Flight Modes”. After enabling multiple ight modes, toggle the switch to P and then to S or T to switch ight modes.
Refer to the ight modes section in the aircraft’s user manual for more information about ight mode features for different aircraft types.
T T-mode (Tripod)
P P-mode (Positioning)
S S-mode (Sport)
and enable
RTH Button
Press and hold the RTH button to start Return to Home (RTH) and the aircraft will return to the last recorded Home Point. Press the button again to cancel RTH and regain control of the aircraft. Refer to the Return to Home section in the aircraft’s user manual for more information about RTH.
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Customizable Buttons
There are three customizable buttons on the controller: C1, C2, and the Conrm button. When the remote controller is not linked to an aircraft, press the Conrm button to conrm a selection. When
the remote controller is linked to an aircraft, the button cannot be used to confirm a selection. However, the function of the button when linked to an aircraft can be customized in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot.
The functions of the C1 and C2 buttons are set in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot. The default conguration for the C1 button is center focus and the default conguration for the C2 button is playback.
Optimal Transmission Range
The optimal transmission range of the Smart Controller is shown below:
80°
Make sure the antennas are facing towards the aircraft. When the angle between the antennas and the back of the Smart Controller is 80° or 180°, the connection between the remote controller and the aircraft can reach its optimal performance.
Note that the illustrations above do not reect the actual distances between the user and aircraft
and are for reference only.
DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot will warn the user when the transmission signal is weak. Adjust the antennas to make sure that the aircraft is within the optimal transmission range.

Operating the Camera

Shoot videos and photos with the Focus/Shutter button and Record button on the remote controller.
1. Focus/Shutter Button
Press to take a photo. If Burst mode is selected, multiple photos will be taken if the button is
continuously pressed.
2. Record Button
Press once to start recording video and press again to stop.
3. Camera Settings Dial
Mavic 2 Pro: Turn the dial to adjust the exposure compensation (when in Program mode),
aperture (when in Aperture Priority and Manual mode), or shutter (when in Shutter Priority mode).
Mavic 2 Zoom/ Mavic 2 Enterprise: Turn to adjust the zoom of the Mavic 2 Zoom camera. Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual: Turn the dial to adjust the exposure compensation.
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Dual Remote Controller Mode

DJI Smart Controller supports Dual Remote Controller Mode when using with the Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom, which allows two remote controllers to connect to the same aircraft.
Both the Primary remote controller and the Secondary remote controller can control the orientation of the aircraft and the movement of the gimbal and camera operation.
Please note the different operations of the Primary and Secondary remote controller listed below.
1. Gimbal Dial
Both the Primary remote controller and the Secondary remote controller can control the gimbal dial, but the Primary remote controller has priority. For example, the Secondary remote controller is unable to control the gimbal dial when the Primary remote controller is using the gimbal dial. After the Primary remote controller has stopped controlling the gimbal dial for two seconds or more, the Secondary remote controller can control the gimbal dial.
2. Control Stick
Both the Primary remote controller and the Secondary remote controller can control the orientation of the aircraft using control sticks. The Primary remote controller has priority. The Secondary remote controller is unable to control the aircraft’s orientation when the Primary remote controller is operating the control sticks. After the control sticks are idle for two seconds or more, the Secondary remote controller can control the aircraft’s orientation. If the control sticks on the Primary remote controller are pushed down and inward, the motors of the aircraft stop. If the same action is performed on the Secondary remote controller, however, the aircraft does not respond. The control sticks on the Primary remote controller need to be released so that the Secondary remote controller can control the aircraft.
3. Flight Mode Switch
The ight mode can only be switched on the Primary remote controller. The Flight Mode Switch is
disabled on the Secondary remote controller.
4. DJI GO 4 Settings
The display and parameter settings for the Primary and Secondary remote controllers in DJI GO
4 are the same. The Secondary remote controller can only congure the ight controller, vision
system, video transmission, and Intelligent Flight Battery. Display and parameter settings for the Primary and Secondary remote controllers are the same in DJI GO 4.
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Display Interface

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Homepage

The screen displays the homepage when the Smart Controller is powered on.
Example: Mavic 2 Pro
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1 Time
Displays local time.
2 DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot
Tap to enter DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot. The
button is blue if the remote controller is linked to the aircraft. Users can tap to enter camera view after logging in using a DJI account. If the remote controller is not linked to the aircraft, tap, and log in using a DJI account. Select “Enter Device” and follow the prompts to enter camera view.
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3 Gallery
Tap to check stored images and videos.
4 App Center
Tap to check all applications including DJI
GO 4 / DJI Pilot, Settings, File Manager, and any third-party apps that users have downloaded and installed. Refer to the App Center section for more information.
5 Battery Level
Displays the battery level of the remote
controller.
Navigate on the remote controller by using the 5D button, the control sticks, or touching the
screen. Conrm a selection by pressing the 5D button or touching the screen. Refer to the
Control Stick Navigation section for more information.
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App Center
Tap to enter App Center. Users can nd default system apps and third-party apps that have been downloaded.
Apps
DJI GO 4.0 DJI Pilot
Settings
Gallery
Camera
The App Center is subject to change in future
Press the icon to enter the app.
To move an app, hold the icon and move the app to where you wish to place it. To delete the app, hold the icon and drag it to the top of this page to remove it. Note that default system apps cannot be deleted.
Press Settings to be able to configure settings such as button combinations, control stick navigation, date & time, languages, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.
DJI bears no responsibility for the safe use of or compatibility support for third-party apps. If a third-party app is affecting the performance of the Smart Controller, try to delete the third­party apps or reset the Smart Controller to factory settings. To reset the Smart Controller to factory settings, go to Factory Data Reset under Settings.

Quick Settings

Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
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Calibration
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Recent Settings
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1 Tap an icon to enable or disable the corresponding function. Hold the icon to enter the settings of
the function (if available).
: Tap to enable or disable Wi-Fi. Hold to enter settings and connect to or add a Wi-Fi network.
: Tap to enable or disable SRE mode. Hold to enter settings and select an SRE mode.
: Tap to enable or disable Bluetooth. Hold to enter settings and connect with nearby Bluetooth
devices.
: Tap to enable or disable the HDMI connection. Hold to enter settings and adjust HDMI
resolution, rotation, output mode, and screen zoom.
: Tap to start linking the remote controller to an aircraft. : Tap to activate DJI GO Share. Hold to enter settings and set a GO Share Hotspot. Refer to
the DJI GO Share section for more information.
: Tap to screenshot the screen. : Tap to start recording the screen. While recording, the screen displays the recording time.
Tap “Stop” to stop recording.
: Tap or hold to check the button combinations. : Tap to calibrate the sticks and wheels. : Tap to check recently opened apps.
: Tap or hold to enter settings.
2 Adjusting Brightness
Slide the bar to adjust brightness. The icon
bar, and the icon will turn to
3 Adjusting Volume
Slide the bar to adjust the volume. Tap
4 Homepage
: Tap to go back to the homepage.
5 Notications
: Tap to check system notications.
to switch it to manual brightness mode.
means auto brightness. Tap this icon or slide the
to mute the volume.
SRE (Sunlight Readable Enhancement) allows users to bump up the highlights or
shadows of an image individually or together. This helps users see particular areas of the screen more clearly when sunlight is strong.
Quick Settings vary depending on the aircraft model linked and the rmware version of
the Smart Controller.

DJI GO 4 App / DJI Pilot

To enter DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot, tap “Go” on the homepage or tap on the homepage, then tap DJI
GO 4 / DJI Pilot. In DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot, you can check the ight status and set ight and camera
parameters. Since the Smart Controller is compatible with multiple aircraft models, and the interface of DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot may change based on the aircraft model, refer to the DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot app section in the aircraft’s user manual for more information.
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Changing Storage Locations for Images and Videos

After linking, you can use DJI GO 4 to select to store images and videos on the aircraft. Users can also use DJI GO 4 to select to store images and videos to the Smart Controller or on the microSD card in the Smart Controller.
Auto Sync HD Photos:
Power on the remote controller and the aircraft, and make sure they are linked. Run DJI GO 4, and
enter the camera view. Tap high resolution to the microSD card in the remote controller at the same when the microSD card in the aircraft stores the images.
Store to Smart Controller:
Power on the remote controller and the aircraft, and make sure they are linked. Run DJI GO 4, and enter camera view. Tap To cache images and videos to the remote controller, enable “Cache Locally When Recording”. To store images and videos to the microSD card in the remote controller, enable “Download Footage to External SD Card”. When “Download Footage to External SD Card” is enabled, all the selected images will be downloaded to the remote controller's microSD card when downloading the images to the remote controller in playback.
The “Cache Locally When Recording” and “Download Footage to External SD Card” are
disabled by default.
To enable “Download Footage to External SD Card”, make sure a microSD card is
inserted into the remote controller.
> :
> and enable “Auto Sync HD Photos”. All images will be stored in

Control Stick Navigation

Tap Control Stick Navigation in Settings. Users can enable or disable the control sticks and 5D button to navigate on the remote controller. Control Stick Navigation is not available when the remote controller is linked to an aircraft, even if it is enabled beforehand.
Control Sticks: Move up, down, right, or left to navigate. It is not possible to conrm a selection with
the control sticks.
5D Button: Push up, down, right, or left to navigate. Press to conrm a selection.
As the control sticks and 5D button may not be compatible with third-party apps, it is recommended to use the touchscreen to navigate when using third-party apps.

DJI GO Share (only available when using DJI GO 4)

The videos and images downloaded to the Smart Controller from DJI GO 4 can be wirelessly transferred to other smart devices. Follow the steps below to use DJI GO Share.
1. Power on the remote controller and swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick
Settings. Tap
and a QR code will appear.
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2. Run DJI GO 4 on your smart device and scan the QR code using DJI GO 4.
3. Wait until the remote controller and the smart device are successfully connected. After connecting, you can check all the images and videos downloaded to the remote controller on your smart device.
4. Select the images and videos you want to share and tap “Download” to download them to your smart device.
Only images and videos cached or downloaded to your remote controller in playback in DJI GO 4 can be shared using DJI GO Share.

Status LED and Battery Level Indicators Description

Status LED Battery Level Indicators
The battery level indicators displays the battery level of the controller. The status LED displays the linking status and warnings for control stick, low battery level, and high temperature.
Status LED Description
Solid Red The remote controller is not linked to an aircraft.
Solid Green The remote controller is linked to an aircraft.
Blinks Blue The remote controller is linking to an aircraft.
The temperature of the remote controller is too high or the
battery level of the aircraft is low.
75%~100%
50%~75%
25%~50%
0%~25%
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Blinks Red
Blinks Yellow The battery level of the remote controller is low.
Blinks Cyan The control sticks are not centered.
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Smart Controller Warning Sounds

In certain scenarios that require a user warning, the Smart Controller will do so by vibrating and/or beeping. When the controller beeps and the status LED is solid green, this error may be related to
the aircraft or ight status, and a warning will appear in DJI GO 4 / DJI Pilot. If this error is related to
the Smart Controller, the controller’s screen will display a warning or alert.
To disable the beeping, power on the remote controller, select “Sound” in Settings, and turn off
“Notication volume”.

System Update

Method 1: Wireless Update
Make sure the remote controller is connected to the internet while updating.
1. Power on the remote controller. Tap “System Update”.
2. Tap “Check for Updates” to check the rmware. A prompt will appear if a rmware update is
available.
3. Follow the prompts to nish the update.
4. The remote controller automatically restarts after the update is nished.
Method 2: DJI Assistant 2
1. Make sure the remote controller is powered off, and then connect the remote controller to a computer using a USB 3.0 USB-C cable.
2. Power on the remote controller.
3. Launch DJI Assistant 2, and log in using a DJI account.
4. Click the Smart Controller icon, and then “Firmware Update”.
5. Select and conrm the rmware version you want to update.
6. DJI Assistant 2 will download and update the rmware automatically.
7. The remote controller will restart after update.
and then . Scroll to the bottom of the page and tap
Make sure the remote controller has more than 50% power before updating. DO NOT disconnect the USB-C cable during the update. Make sure the remote controller or the computer is connected to the internet during the
update.
The update takes approximately 15 minutes.

Button Combinations

Some frequently-used features can be activated by using button combinations. To use button combinations, hold the back button and then press the other button.
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Checking the available button combinations
Hold the Back button until the controller vibrates to check button combinations:
Press and then the corresponding button to perform an operation.
50%
100%
Brightness Mode
Screen Recording
Home
Recent Apps
Quick Settings
Button Combinations
Adjust Volume
Screenshot
Using Button Combinations
The functions of the button combinations cannot be changed. The following table displays the function of each button combination.
Button Combinations Description
Function Button + Right Wheel Adjust the system volume
Function Button + Left Wheel Adjust the screen brightness
Function Button + Record Button Record the screen
Function Button + Focus/Shutter Button Screenshot the screen
Function Button + 5D Button (up) Return to Homepage
Function Button + 5D Button (down) Open Quick Settings
Function Button + 5D Button (left) Check recently opened apps
Function Button + 5D Button (right) Open App Center

Calibrating the Compass

After the remote controller is used in places with electro-magnetic interference, the compass may need to be calibrated. A warning prompt will appear if the remote controller’s compass requires calibration. Tap the warning pop-up to start calibrating. In other cases, follow the steps below to calibrate your remote controller.
1. Enter the App Center, tap
2. Follow the diagram on the screen to calibrate your remote controller.
3. The user will receive a prompt when the calibration is successful.
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Blocking Third-party Notications
To ensure safe ight, we recommend to disable third-party notications before each ight. Follow the steps below to disable third-party notications.
1. Enter the App Center, tap
2. Enable “Aerial Photography Do Not Disturb Mode”.
, and scroll down and tap Notications.

HDMI

A monitor can display the remote controller’s interface by connecting the remote controller to a monitor using a HDMI cable. Follow the steps below to enable the HDMI connection.
1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
2. Follow the diagram on the screen to calibrate your remote controller. Tap HDMI to enable or disable the HDMI connection. Hold to enter settings and adjust HDMI resolution, rotation, output mode, and screen zoom.

After-sales Information

Please visit http://www.dji.com/support for more information about after-sales service and warranty policies.
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Specications
OcuSync 2.0
Operation Frequency Range 2.400-2.4835 GHz; 5.725-5.850 GHz*
2.400-2.4835 GHz:
Max Transmission Distance (Unobstructed, free of interference)
Transmitter Power (EIRP)
Wi-Fi
Protocol
Operation Frequency Range
Transmitter Power (EIRP)
Bluetooth
Protocol Bluetooth 4.2
Operation Frequency Range 2.400-2.4835 GHz
Transmitter Power (EIRP)
General
Battery 18650 Li-ion (5000 mAh @ 7.2 V)
Charge Type Supports USB power adapters rated 12 V/2 A
Rated Power 15 W
Storage Capacity Rom: 16 GB + scalable (microSD**)
Charge Time 2 hours (Using a USB power adapter rated 12 V/2 A)
Working Time 2.5 hours
Video Output Port HDMI Port
Power Supply Current/ Voltage (USB-A port)
Operation Temperature Range 4° to 104° F (-20° to 40° C)
Storage Temperature Range
8 km (FCC); 4 km (CE); 4 km (SRRC); 4 km (MIC)
5.725-5.850 GHz: 8 km (FCC) : 2 km (CE) : 5 km (SRRC)
2.400-2.4835 GHz:
25.5 dBm (FCC); 18.5 dBm (CE); 19 dBm (SRRC);
18.5 dBm (MIC)
5.725-5.850 GHz:
25.5 dBm (FCC); 12.5 dBm (CE); 18.5 dBm (SRRC)
Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, 802.11a/g/n/ac Wi-Fi with 2×2 MIMO is supported
2.400-2.4835 GHz; 5.150-5.250 GHz*;
5.725-5.850 GHz*
2.400-2.4835 GHz:
21.5 dBm (FCC); 18.5 dBm (CE);
18.5 dBm (SRRC); 20.5 dBm (MIC)
5.150-5.250 GHz: 19 dBm (FCC); 19 dBm (CE); 19 dBm (SRRC); 19dBm (MIC)
5.725-5.850 GHz: 21 dBm (FCC); 13 dBm (CE); 21 dBm (SRRC)
4 dBm (FCC); 4 dBm (CE) 4 dBm (SRRC); 4 dBm (MIC)
5 V/ 900 mA
Less than one month: -22° to 140° F (-30° to 60° C) One month to three months: -22° to 113° F (-30° to 45° C) Three months to six months: -22° to 95° F (-30° to 35° C) More than six months: -22° to 77° F (-30° to 25° C)
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Charging Temperature Range 5° to 40° C (41° to 104° F)
Supported Aircraft Models***
Recommended microSD Cards
GNSS GPS+GLONASS
Dimensions
Weight Approx. 630 g
* Local regulations in some countries prohibit the use of the 5.8 GHz and 5.2 GHz frequencies
and in some regions the 5.2 GHz frequency is only allowed for indoor use.
** The Smart Controller supports microSD cards with a maximum storage capacity of 128 GB.
*** The Smart Controller will support more DJI aircraft in future. Please visit the ofcial website for
the latest information.
Mavic 2 Pro, Mavic 2 Zoom, Mavic 2 Enterprise, Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual
Sandisk Extreme 32GB UHS-3 microSDHC Sandisk Extreme 64GB UHS-3 microSDXC Panasonic 32GB UHS-3 microSDHC Panasonic 64GB UHS-3 microSDXC Samsung PRO 32GB UHS-3 microSDHC Samsung PRO 64GB UHS-3 microSDXC Samsung PRO 128GB UHS-3 microSDXC
177.5 × 121.3 × 40 mm (antennas folded, and the control sticks unmounted)
177.5 × 181 × 60 mm (antennas unfolded, and the control sticks mounted)
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