DJI Mini 2 Service Manual

User Manual

v1.0

2020.11

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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 DJITM Mini 2:

1. User Manual

2. Quick Start Guide

3. Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines

It is recommended to watch all tutorial videos on the ocial 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 to watch the DJI Mini 2 tutorial videos,

which demonstrate how to use DJI Mini 2 safely:

http://www.dji.com/mini-2/video

Download the DJI Fly App

Make sure to use the DJI Fly app during flight. 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 v11.0 and later.

* For increased safety, flight is restricted to a height of 98.4 ft (30 m) and a 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.

The operating temperature of this product is 0° to 40° C. It does not meet the standard operating

temperature for military grade application (-55° to 125° C), which is required to endure greater

environmental variability. Operate the product appropriately and only for applications that it meets the

operating temperature range requirements of that grade.

Contents

Using this Manual

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Read Before the First Flight

Video Tutorials

Download the DJI Fly App

Product Prole

Introduction

Preparing the Aircraft

Preparing the Remote Controller

Aircraft Diagram

Remote Controller Diagram

Activating DJI Mini 2

Aircraft

Flight Modes

Aircraft Status Indicator

QuickTransfer

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 Prole

Using the Remote Controller

Optimal Transmission Zone

Linking the Remote Controller

DJI Fly App

Home

Camera View

Flight

Flight Environment Requirements

Flight Limits and GEO Zones

Pre-Flight Checklist

Auto Takeoff/Landing

Starting/Stopping the Motors

Flight Test

Appendix

Specications

Calibrating the Compass

Updating Firmware

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Product Prole

This section introduces DJI Mini 2 and lists the components of the aircraft and remote controller.

Product Prole

Introduction

DJI Mini 2 boasts a foldable design and an ultralight weight of less than 249 g. Featuring a Downward

Vision System and Infrared Sensing System, DJI Mini 2 can hover and y indoors as well as outdoors

and automatically initiate Return to Home (RTH). With a fully stabilized 3-axis gimbal and 1/2.3”

sensor camera, DJI Mini 2 shoots 4K video and 12MP photos. Enjoy Intelligent Flight modes such as QuickShots and Panorama, while QuickTransfer and Trimmed Download make downloading and editing photos and videos more convenient and ecient.

DJI Mini 2 comes equipped with the DJI RC-N1 remote controller, which boasts DJI’s long-range transmission OCUSYNCTM 2.0 technology, oering a maximum transmission range of 6 mi (10 km) and video quality of up to 720p from the aircraft to the DJI Fly app on a mobile device. The remote controller

works at both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz, and is capable of selecting the best transmission channel

automatically without latency. The aircraft and camera can easily be controlled using the onboard

buttons.

DJI Mini 2 has a maximum ight speed of 36 mph (57.6 kph) and a maximum ight time of 31 minutes,

while the maximum runtime of the remote controller is six hours.

Maximum ight time was tested in an environment with no wind while ying at a consistent 10.5 mph (17 kph) and the maximum ight 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 approx. 400 ft (120 m). The maximum transmission distance refers to the maximum distance that the aircraft can still send and receive transmissions. It

does not refer to the maximum distance the aircraft can y in a single ight. The maximum runtime

was tested in a laboratory environment and without charging the mobile device. This value is for reference only.

5.8 GHz is not supported in some regions. This frequency band will automatically be disabled in

these regions. Observe 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.

1. Remove the propeller holder.

2. Remove the gimbal protector from the camera.

3. In the following order, unfold the front arms, rear arms, and all the propellers.

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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.

It is recommended to install a gimbal protector to protect the gimbal and use a propeller holder to secure the propellers when the aircraft is not in use.

The propeller holder and USB charger are only included in the combo package.

Unfold the front arms before unfolding the rear arms.

Make sure the gimbal protector is removed and all arms are unfolded before powering on the aircraft.

Otherwise, it may aect the aircraft self-diagnostics.

Preparing the Remote Controller

1. Remove the control sticks from their storage slots on the remote controller and screw them into

place.

2. Pull out the mobile device holder. 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 without the remote controller logo to the mobile device.

Make sure the mobile device is secured.

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

1. Gimbal and Camera

2. Power Button

3. Battery Level LEDs

4. Downward Vision System

5. Infrared Sensing System

6. Motors

7. Propellers

Remote Controller Diagram

8. Antennas

9. Front LED

10. Battery Compartment Cover

11. USB-C Port

12. microSD Card Slot

13. Aircraft Status Indicator/QuickTransfer Button

1. Power Button

Press once to check the current battery level. Press once, then again, and hold to power the remote controller on or o.

2. Flight Mode Switch

Switch between Sport, Normal, and Cine

mode.

3. Flight Pause/Return to Home (RTH) Button

Press once to make the aircraft brake and hover in place (only when GPS or Downward Vision System are available). Press and hold

the button to initiate RTH. The aircraft returns

to the last recorded Home Point. Press again to

cancel RTH.

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4. Battery Level Indicators

Displays the current battery level of the remote

controller.

5. Control Stick

Use the control sticks to control the aircraft

movements. Set the control stick mode in DJI

Fly. The control sticks are removable and easy

to store.

6. Customizable Button

Press once to recenter the gimbal or tilt the

gimbal downward (default settings). The button

can be set in DJI Fly.

7. Photo/Video Toggle

Press once to switch between photo and video

mode.

8. Remote Controller Cable

Connect to a mobile device for video linking via

the remote controller cable. Select the cable

according to the mobile device.

9. Mobile Device Holder

Used to securely mount the mobile device to

the remote controller.

10. Antennas

Relay aircraft control and video wireless

signals.

11. USB-C Port

For charging and connecting the remote

controller to the computer.

12. Control Sticks Storage Slot

For storing the control sticks.

13. Gimbal Dial

Controls the tilt of the camera. Press and hold

the customizable button to use the gimbal

dial to adjust the zoom in video mode.

14. Shutter/Record Button

Press once to take photos or start or stop

recording.

15. Mobile Device Slot

Used to secure the mobile device.

Activating DJI Mini 2

DJI Mini 2 requires activation before using for the rst time. After powering on the aircraft and remote

controller, follow the on-screen instructions to activate DJI Mini 2 using DJI Fly. An internet connection is

required for activation.

Aircraft

DJI Mini 2 contains a ight controller,

video downlink system, vision system, propulsion system, and an Intelligent Flight Battery.

Aircraft

DJI Mini 2 contains a ight controller, video downlink system, vision system, propulsion system, and an

Intelligent Flight Battery.

Flight Modes

DJI Mini 2 has three flight modes, plus a fourth flight mode that the aircraft switches to in certain

scenarios. Flight modes can be switched via the Flight Mode switch on the remote controller.

Normal Mode: The aircraft utilizes GPS and the Downward Vision System to locate itself and stabilize. Intelligent Flight Mode is enabled in this mode. When the GPS signal is strong, the aircraft uses GPS to locate itself and stabilize. When the GPS is weak and the lighting conditions are sucient, the aircraft

uses the Downward Vision System to locate itself and stabilize. When the Downward Vision System is

enabled and lighting conditions are sucient, the maximum ight altitude angle is 25° and the maximum ight speed is 10 m/s.

Sport Mode: In Sport mode, the aircraft uses GPS and the Downward 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 16 m/s, maximum ascent speed is 5 m/s, and maximum

descent speed is 3.5 m/s.

Cine Mode: Cine mode is based on Normal mode and the ight speed is limited, making the aircraft more stable during shooting. The maximum ight speed is 6 m/s, maximum ascent speed is 2 m/s, and

maximum descent speed is 1.5 m/s.

The aircraft automatically changes to Attitude (ATTI) mode when the Downward Vision System is

unavailable or disabled and when the GPS signal is weak or the compass experiences interference.

When the Downward 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 aected by its surroundings. Environmental factors such as wind can result in horizontal shifting, which may present hazards, especially when ying in conned spaces.

The maximum speed and braking distance of the aircraft signicantly increase in Sport mode. A minimum braking distance of 30 m is required in windless conditions.

Descent speed signicantly increases in Sport mode. A minimum braking distance of 10 m is required

in windless conditions.

The responsiveness of the aircraft signicantly 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.

During video mode in Normal or Cine mode, the ight speed is limited when the pitch of the gimbal

is near -90° or 0° in order to ensure shooting is stable. If there are strong winds, the restriction will be disabled to improve the wind resistance of the aircraft. As a result, the gimbal may vibrate while recording.

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Aircraft Status Indicator

DJI Mini 2 has a front LED and aircraft status indicator.

Front LED

Aircraft Status Indicator/QuickTransfer Button

The front LED shows the orientation of the aircraft and pulses white when the aircraft is powered on.

Front LED States

When Powered On

Pulses white Default state (customizable in DJI Fly)

Blinks blue slowly

Pulses blue

—

Solid blue Switched to Wi-Fi connection and connected to mobile device

Blinks blue quickly Switched to Wi-Fi connection and downloading at high speed

—

Solid red Failed to switch to Wi-Fi connection

Blinks red slowly ESC is beeping while using Find My Drone

When Powered O

Pulses white Charging

—

Solid white Charging complete

Switching between Wi-Fi connection and OcuSync 2.0 video

transmission connection

Switched to Wi-Fi connection and waiting to connect to mobile

device

Press and hold the QuickTransfer button to switch between QuickTransfer mode (Wi-Fi connection) and ight mode (OcuSync 2.0 video transmission connection). If rmware is not updated to v1.1.0.0 or

above, press the QuickTransfer button twice.

If the front LED continues to slowly blink blue when switching from Wi-Fi connection to OcuSync 2.0

video transmission connection, it indicates that the switch failed. Restart the aircraft. The aircraft will

enter the ight mode (OcuSync 2.0 video transmission connection) by default after restarting.

The aircraft status indicator shows the status of the ight control system of the aircraft. Refer to the

table below for more information about the aircraft status indicator.

Aircraft Status Indicator States

Normal States

Blinks red, yellow, green, blue, and

purple alternately

Powering on and performing self-diagonistic

tests

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Blinks green slowly GPS enabled

×2 Blinks green twice repeatedly Downward Vision System enabled

Blinks yellow slowly

Blinks green quickly Braking

Warning States

Blinks yellow quickly Remote controller signal lost

Blinks red slowly Low battery

Blinks red quickly Critically low battery

Blinks red IMU error

—

Blinks red and yellow alternately Compass calibration required

Blinks purple slowly Warming up

GPS and Downward Vision System disabled

(ATTI mode enabled)

Solid red Critical error

QuickTransfer

DJI Mini 2 can connect directly to mobile devices via Wi-Fi, enabling users to download photos and

videos from the aircraft to the mobile device through DJI Fly without the need of a remote controller.

Users can enjoy faster and more convenient downloads with a transmission rate of up to 20 MB/s.

Usage

Method 1: mobile device is not connected to the remote controller

1. Power on the aircraft and wait until the self-diagnostic tests of the aircraft are complete. Press and hold the QuickTransfer button for two seconds to switch to QuickTransfer mode (if rmware is not updated to v1.1.0.0, press the aircraft status indicator twice). The front LED will blink blue slowly

before pulsing blue once switching is successful.

2. Make sure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi is enabled on the mobile device. Launch DJI Fly and a prompt will

automatically appear to connect to the aircraft.

3. Tap Connect. Once successfully connected, the files on the aircraft can be accessed and

downloaded at a high speed. Note that when connecting the mobile device to the aircraft for the rst time, you need to press the QuickTransfer button to conrm.

Method 2: mobile device is connected to the remote controller

1. Make sure that the aircraft is connected to the mobile device via the remote controller and the

motors have not started.

2. Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on the mobile device.

3. Launch DJI Fly, enter playback, and tap in the upper right corner to access the les on the aircraft

to download at high speed.

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The maximum download rate can only be achieved in countries and regions where the 5.8 GHz

frequency is permitted by laws and regulations, when using devices that support 5.8 GHz frequency

band and Wi-Fi connection, and in an environment without interference or obstruction. If 5.8 GHz is not allowed by local regulations (such as in Japan), the mobile device of the user will not support the 5.8

GHz frequency band or the environment will have severe interference. Under these circumstances, QuickTransfer will automatically switch to the 2.4 GHz frequency band and its maximum download

rate will reduce to 6 MB/s.

Make sure that Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled on the mobile device before using QuickTransfer.

The aircraft will automatically enter ight mode by default after restarting. QuickTransfer must be entered manually again if required.

Use QuickTransfer in an unobstructed environment with no interference and stay away from sources of interference such as wireless routers, Bluetooth speakers, or headphones.

Return to Home

The Return to Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point and lands when the GPS is signal is strong. There are three types of RTH: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. If the aircraft successfully recorded the home point and the GPS signal is strong, the RTH

will be triggered when either the user starts Smart RTH, the aircraft battery level is low, or the signal

between the remote controller and the aircraft is lost. RTH will also be triggered in other abnormal

scenarios such as if there is a loss of video transmission.

GPS

Description

The default Home Point is the first location where the aircraft received a strong or moderately strong GPS signal (where the icon shows white). The

Home Point

aircraft status indicator blinks green quickly after the Home Point has been

recorded.

Smart RTH

If the GPS signal is sucient, 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

When the Intelligent Flight Battery level is too low and there is not enough power to return home, land

the aircraft as soon as possible. Otherwise, the aircraft will fall when it runs out of power, resulting in the

aircraft being damaged and other potential hazards.

To avoid unnecessary danger due to insucient power, DJI Mini 2 will intelligently determine whether the current battery level is sucient to return home based on the current location. Low Battery RTH is

triggered when the Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to the point that the safe return of the aircraft

may be aected.

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

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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. Auto landing cannot be canceled but the remote controller can be

used to alter the direction of the aircraft 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.

When the rmware is updated to v1.1.0.0 and above, the aircraft will y backwards for 50 m on its original ight route and ascend to the preset RTH altitude to enter Straight Line RTH. The aircraft enters Straight Line RTH if the remote controller signal is restored during Failsafe RTH. When the aircraft ies backwards along the original ight path and the distance from the Home Point is less than 20 m, the aircraft stops ying backward on the original ight route and enters Straight Line RTH at the current

altitude.

In DJI Fly, users can change the settings of how the aircraft responds when the remote controller signal

is lost. The aircraft will not execute Failsafe RTH if land or hover has been selected in the settings.

Other RTH Scenarios

There will be a prompt to initiate RTH if the video link signal is lost during flight while the remote

controller is still able to control the movements of the aircraft. RTH can be cancelled.

RTH Procedure (Straight Line)

1. The Home Point is recorded.

2. RTH is triggered.

3. If the aircraft is less than 20 m from the Home Point when RTH begins, it will hover in place and not return to home (rmware version v1.1.0.0 is required. Otherwise, the aircraft will land immediately).

If the aircraft is further than 20 m from the Home Point when RTH begins, it will return home at a

horizontal speed of 10.5 m/s.

4. After reaching the Home Point, the aircraft lands and the motors stop.

The aircraft cannot return to the Home Point if the GPS signal is weak or unavailable. If the GPS signal

becomes weak or unavailable after RTH is triggered, the aircraft will hover in place for a while before landing.

It is important to set a suitable RTH altitude before each ight. Launch DJI Fly and set the RTH

altitude. In Smart RTH and Low Battery RTH, if the current altitude of the aircraft is less than the RTH

altitude, it automatically ascends to the RTH altitude rst. If the altitude of the aircraft reaches or is higher than the RTH altitude, it will y to the Home Point at its current 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 and the aircraft will y to the Home Point at its current altitude (only available with rmware v1.0.0.0. This function is not available when the rmware is updated to v1.1.0.0 or later).

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