DJI Mavic mini User's Manual
MAVIC MINI
User Manual
2019.11
v1.0
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Using this Manual
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Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference
Read Before the First Flight
Read the following documents before using the DJITM MAVICTM Mini:
1. In the Box
2. User Manual
3. Quick Start Guide
4. Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
It is recommend to watch all tutorial videos on the ocial DJI website and read the disclaimer and safety
guidelines before using for the rst time. Prepare for your rst ight by reviewing the quick start guide
and refer to this user manual for more information.
Video Tutorials
Go to the address below or scan the QR code on the right to watch the Mavic Mini tutorial
videos, which demonstrate how to use the Mavic Mini safely:
http://www.dji.com/mavic-mini/info#video
Download the DJI Fly App
Make sure to use DJI Fly during ight. Scan the QR code on the right to download the
latest version.
The Android version of DJI Fly is compatible with Android v6.0 and later. The iOS version
of DJI Fly is compatible with iOS v10.0.2 and later.
* For increased safety, flight is restricted to a height of 98.4 ft (30 m) and range of 164 ft (50 m) when not
connected or logged into the app during flight. This applies to DJI Fly and all apps compatible with DJI
aircraft.
Download DJI Assistant 2 for Mavic
Download DJI Assistant 2 for Mavic at http://www.dji.com/mavic-mini/info#downloads
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Contents
Using this Manual
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Read Before the First Flight
Video Tutorials
Download the DJI Fly App
Download DJI Assistant 2 for Mavic
Product Prole
Introduction
Feature Highlights
Preparing the Aircraft
Preparing the Remote Controller
Aircraft Diagram
Remote Controller Diagram
Activation
Aircraft
Flight Modes
Aircraft Status Indicator
Return to Home
Vision System and Infrared Sensing System
Intelligent Flight Mode
Flight Recorder
Propellers
Intelligent Flight Battery
Gimbal and Camera
Remote Controller
Remote Controller Prole
Using the Remote Controller
Optimal Transmission Zone
Linking the Remote Controller
DJI Fly App
Home
Camera View
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Flight Environment Requirements
Flight Limits and GEO Zones
Pre-Flight Checklist
Auto Takeoff/Landing
Starting/Stopping the Motors
Flight Test
Appendix
Specications
Calibrating the Compass
Firmware Update
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Product Prole
This section introduces Mavic Mini and
lists the components of the aircraft and
remote controller.
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Product Prole
Introduction
Featuring a Downward Vision System and Infrared Sensing System, DJI Mavic Mini can hover and y
indoors as well as outdoors and Return to Home automatically. With a fully stabilized 3-axis gimbal and
1/2.3” sensor camera, Mavic Mini shoots 2.7k video and 12 MP photos. Mavic Mini has a maximum
ight speed of 29 mph (46.8 kph) and a maximum ight time of 30 minutes.
Feature Highlights
Mavic Mini boasts a folded design and an ultralight weight of 249 g, making it easy to transport. The
Intelligent Flight Mode QuickShots provide four sub modes, which can automatically shoot and generate
dierent styles of video.
Using the advanced DJI flight controller, Mavic Mini is able to provide a safe and reliable flight
experience. The aircraft is able to automatically return to its Home Point when the remote controller
signal is lost or the battery level is low, as well as being able to hover indoors at low altitudes.
DJI's enhanced Wi-Fi technology is built into the remote controller, supporting both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz
frequencies and a transmission range of up to 2.49 mi (4 km), making it possible to stream 720p video to
your mobile device.
Maximum flight time was tested in an environment with no wind while flying at a consistent speed
of 8.7 mph (14 kph) and the maximum flight speed was tested at sea level altitude with no wind.
These values are for reference only.
The remote controller reaches its maximum transmission distance (FCC) in a wide-open area
with no electromagnetic interference at an altitude of about 400 ft (120 m). The maximum
runtime was tested in a laboratory environment. This value is for reference only.
5.8 GHz is not supported in some regions. Observe the local laws and regulations.
Preparing the Aircraft
All aircraft arms are folded before the aircraft is packaged. Follow the steps below to unfold the aircraft
arms.
1. Remove the gimbal cover from the camera.
2. Unfold the front arms.
3. Unfold the rear arms.
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4. All Intelligent Flight Batteries are in hibernation mode before shipment to ensure safety. Use the USB
charger to charge and activate Intelligent Flight Batteries for the rst time.
Unfold the front arms before unfolding the rear arms.
Make sure the gimbal cover is removed and all arms are unfolded before powering on the
aircraft. Otherwise, it may affect the aircraft self-diagnostics.
Preparing the Remote Controller
1. Unfold the mobile device clamps and the antennas.
2. Remove the control sticks from their storage slots on the remote controller and screw them into
place.
3. Choose an appropriate remote controller cable based on the type of mobile device. A Lightning
connector cable, Micro USB cable, and USB-C cable are included in the packaging. Connect the
end of the cable with the DJI logo to the remote controller and the other end of the cable to your
mobile device. Secure your mobile device by pushing both clamps inward.
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If a USB connection prompt appears when using an Android mobile device, select the option to
charge only. Otherwise, it may result in connection failure.
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Aircraft Diagram
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1. Gimbal and Camera
2. Power Button
3. Battery Level LEDs
4. Downward Vision System
5. Infrared Sensing System
6. Motors
Remote Controller Diagram
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7. Propellers
8. Antennas
9. Battery Compartment Cover
10. Charging Port (Micro USB)
11. microSD Card Slot
12. Aircraft Status Indicator
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1. Antennas
Relay aircraft control and video wireless
signals.
2. Power Button
Press once to check the current battery level.
Press once, then again, and hold to turn the
remote controller on or off.
3. Control Sticks
Use the control sticks to control the aircraft
movements. Set the flight control mode in DJI
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Fly. The control sticks are removable and easy to
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4. Battery Level LEDs
Displays the current battery level of the remote
controller.
5. Flight Pause and Return to Home (RTH) Button
Press once to make the aircraft brake. If the
aircraft is performing a QuickShot, Intelligent
RTH, or auto landing, press once to make the
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aircraft exit the procedure and hover in place.
Press and hold the button to initiate RTH. The
aircraft returns to the last recorded Home Point.
Press again to cancel RTH.
6. Video-Downlink/Power Port (Micro USB)
Connect to a mobile device for video linking via
the remote controller cable. Connect to the USB
charger to charge the remote controller battery.
7. Control Sticks Storage Slots
For storing the control sticks.
8. Mobile Device Clamps
Used to securely mount your mobile device to
the remote controller.
9. Gimbal Dial
Controls the camera's tilt.
10. Record Button
In video mode, press once to start recording.
Press again to stop recording. In photo mode,
press once to switch to video mode.
11. Shutter Button
In photo mode, press once to take a photo
according to the mode selected in DJI Fly. In
video mode, press once to switch to photo
mode.
Activation
Mavic Mini requires activation before using for the rst time. After powering on the aircraft and remote
controller, follow the on-screen instructions to activate Mavic Mini using DJI Fly. An internet connection
is required for activation.
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Aircraft
Mavic Mini contains a ight controller,
video downlink system, vision system,
propulsion system, and an Intelligent
Flight Battery.
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Aircraft
Mavic Mini contains a ight controller, video downlink system, vision system, propulsion system, and an
Intelligent Flight Battery. Refer to the aircraft diagram in the Product Prole section for more information.
Flight Modes
Mavic Mini has three flight modes, plus a fourth flight mode that the aircraft switches to in certain
situations:
Position Mode: Positon mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. The aircraft utilizes GPS and
the Vision System to locate itself and stabilize. Intelligent Flight Mode is enabled in this mode. When the
Downward Vision System is enabled and lighting conditions are sucient, the maximum ight altitude
angle is 20° and the maximum ight speed is 8 m/s.
The aircraft automatically changes to Attitude (ATTI) mode when the Vision System is unavailable or
disabled and when the GPS signal is weak or the compass experiences interference. When the Vision
System is unavailable, the aircraft cannot position itself or brake automatically, which increases the risk
of potential ight hazards. In ATTI mode, the aircraft may be more easily aected by its surroundings.
Environmental factors such as wind can result in horizontal shifting, which may present hazards,
especially when ying in conned spaces.
Sport Mode: In Sport mode, the aircraft uses GPS and Vision System for positioning. In Sport mode,
aircraft responses are optimized for agility and speed making it more responsive to control stick
movements. The maximum ight speed is 13 m/s, maximum ascent speed is 4 m/s, and maximum
descent speed is 3 m/s.
CineSmooth Mode: CineSmooth mode is based on Position mode and the flight speed is limited,
making the aircraft more stable during shooting. The maximum ight speed is 4 m/s, maximum ascent speed
is 1.5 m/s, and maximum descent speed is 1 m/s.
The aircraft’s maximum speed and braking distance signicantly increase in Sport mode. A minimum
braking distance of 30 m is required in windless conditions.
Descent speed significantly increases in Sport mode. A minimum braking distance of 10 m is
required in windless conditions.
The aircraft’s responsiveness signicantly increases in Sport mode, which means a small control stick
movement on the remote controller translates into the aircraft moving a large distance. Be vigilant
and maintain adequate maneuvering space during ight.
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Aircraft Status Indicator
The aircraft status indicator is located at the rear of the aircraft. It communicates the status of the
aircraft’s ight control system. Refer to the table below for more information about the aircraft status
indicator.
Aircraft Status Indicator
Aircraft Status Indicator States
Normal States Color Blinking/Solid Description of Aircraft State
Alternating red,
green, and yellow
Yellow Blinks four times Warming up
Green Blinking slowly P-mode with GPS
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Yellow Blinking slowly
Green Blinking quickly Braking
Warning States
Red Blinking slowly Low battery
Red Blinking quickly Critically low battery
Red Blinking IMU error
Red Solid Critical error
Yellow Blinking quickly Remote controller signal lost
Alternating red
and yellow
Blinking
Periodically blinks
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Blinking quickly Compass calibration required
Powering on and performing self-diagonistic
tests
P-mode with Downward Vision System
No GPS, or Downward Vision System (ATTI
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Return to Home
The Return to Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are
three types of RTH: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes these three
types of RTH in detail. RTH will also be triggered if the video link is disconnected.
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Description
Home
Point
GPS
The default Home Point is the first location where your aircraft received
strong GNSS signals (the white GNSS icon has at least four white
bars). The aircraft status indicator blinks green quickly after the Home Point
has been recorded.
Smart RTH
If the GPS signal is suciently strong, Smart RTH can be used to bring the aircraft back to the Home
Point. Smart RTH is initiated either by tapping in DJI Fly or by pressing and holding the RTH button
on the remote controller. Exit Smart RTH by tapping in DJI Fly or by pressing the RTH button on the
remote controller.
Low Battery RTH
Low Battery RTH is triggered when the Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to the point that the safe
return of the aircraft may be aected. Return home or land the aircraft immediately when prompted.
DJI Fly displays a warning when the battery level is low. The aircraft will automatically return to the Home
Point if no action is taken after a 10 second countdown.
The user can cancel RTH by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. If RTH is cancelled
following a low battery level warning, the Intelligent Flight Battery may not have enough power for the
aircraft to land safely, which may lead to the aircraft crashing or being lost.
The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough
to descend from its current altitude. The user cannot cancel the auto landing but can use the remote
controller to alter the aircraft’s direction during the landing process.
Failsafe RTH
If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH
automatically activates after the remote controller signal is lost for more than 11 seconds.
Other RTH Scenarios
If the video link signal is lost during ight while the remote controller is still able to control the movements
of the aircraft, there will be a prompt to initiate RTH. RTH can be cancelled.
RTH Procedure
1. The Home Point is recorded.
2. RTH is triggered.
3. If the altitude is lower than 20 m, the aircraft ascends to the RTH altitude or 20 m, and then adjusts
its orientation. If the altitude is higher than 20 m, the aircraft adjusts its orientation immediately.
4. a. If the aircraft is further than 20 m from the Home Point when the RTH procedure begins, it ascends
to the preset RTH altitude and ies to the Home Point at a speed of 8 m/s. If the current altitude is
higher than the RTH altitude, the aircraft ies to the Home Point at the current altitude.
b. If the aircraft is less than 20 m from the Home Point when the RTH procedure begins, it lands
immediately.
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5. After reaching the Home Point, the aircraft lands and the motors stop.
FailSafe RTH Illustration
1 Record Home Point 2 Conrming Home Point
3 Remote Controller Signal Lost
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4 Signal Lost for Extended Time
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The aircraft cannot return to the Home Point if the GPS signal is weak or unavailable. If the GPS
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RTH (adjustable altitude)
Height over HP ≥ Failsafe Altitude
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Elevate to Failsafe Altitude
Failsafe Altitude
Height over HP < Failsafe Altitude
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signal become weak or unavailable after RTH is triggered, the aircraft will hover in place for a
while, and then start landing.
It is important to set a suitable RTH altitude before each flight. Launch DJI Fly, and then set the
RTH altitude. In Smart RTH and Low Battery RTH, the aircraft automatically ascends to the RTH
altitude. If the aircraft is at an altitude of 65 ft (20 m) or higher and has not yet reached the RTH
altitude, the throttle stick can be moved to stop the aircraft from ascending. The aircraft will fly
directly to the Home Point at its current altitude.
During RTH, the aircraft’s speed, altitude, and the orientation can be controlled using the remote
controller or DJI Fly if the remote controller signal is normal, but the direction of ight cannot be
controlled.
GEO zones will affect RTH.
The aircraft may not be able to return to a Home Point when the wind speed is too high. Fly with
caution.
Landing Protection
Landing Protection will activate during Smart RTH.
1. During Landing Protection, the aircraft will automatically detect and gently land on suitable ground.
2. If Landing Protection determines that the ground is not suitable for landing, Mavic Mini will hover and
wait for pilot conrmation.
3. If Landing Protection is not operational, DJI Fly will display a landing prompt when Mavic Mini
descends below 0.5 meters. Pull down on the throttle stick or use the auto landing slider to land.
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Vision System and Infrared Sensing System
Mavic Mini is equipped with a Downward Vision System and Infrared Sensing System. The Downward
Vision System consists of one camera and the Infrared Sensing System consists of two 3D infrared
modules. The Downward Vision System and Infrared Sensing System help the aircraft maintain its
current position, hover in place more precisely, and to y indoors or in other environments where GPS is
unavailable.
Infrared Sensing System
Downward Vision System
Detection Fields
The Downward Vision System works best when the aircraft is at an altitude of 0.5 to 10 m, and its
operating range is 0.5 to 30 m.
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Using the Vision System
When GPS is unavailable, the Downward Vision System is enabled if the surface has a discernable
surface and sucient light. The Downward Vision System works best when the aircraft is at an altitude
of 0.5 to 10 m. If the aircraft’s altitude is above 10 m, the Vision System may be aected, so extra
caution is required.
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