DJI Phantom Quick Start

PHANTOM Quick Start Manual V1.7

2013.09.25 Revision

For NAZA-M Firmware V3.12

& Assistant Software V2.12

Thank you for purchasing our product. Please visit the DJI website, PHANTOM section to confirm if the printed manual

is the latest one according to the manual version. If not, please download and refer to the latest manual.

Please read the entire manual strictly and follow these steps to use you product. The manual will get you ready to fly by

doing simple operations. You can get an advanced manual from DJI website to learn more about PHANTOM, for

example, configuring parameters by connecting to assistant software, changing the transmitter to Mode1, matching

frequency between the transmitter and the receiver, etc.

Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0) to carry out firmware upgrade and

parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version.

Note: The built-in autopilot system is NAZA-M; you can obtain the current NAZA-M Firmware Version according to the

Assistant Software. If you ever upgrade your NAZA-M Firmware, please carefully read the corresponding NAZA-M

release note and NAZA-M quick start guide.

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Content

CONTENT .................................................................................................................................................. 2

DISCLAIMER & WARNING ................................................................................................................. 3

CAUTIONS FOR PRODUCT USE ..................................................................................................... 4

TRADEMARKS .......................................................................................................................................... 4

BATTERY USAGE & CHARGING CAUTIONS ............................................................................ 5

IN THE BOX ............................................................................................................................................... 6

REQUIRED ITEMS ................................................................................................................................... 6

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 7

AIRCRAFT & TRANSMITTER BASIC OPERATION................................................................... 8

BEFORE FLYING ..................................................................................................................................... 9

FLIGHT TEST ............................................................................................................................................ 13

THE FLOWCHART OF FAILSAFE AND HOW TO REGAIN CONTROL ....................... 14

LOW-VOLTAGE ALERT ...................................................................................................................... 15

LED DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................... 15

SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AIRCRAFT ......................................................................................... 16

Disclaimer & Warning

Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the PHANTOM. By using this product, you hereby agree to this

disclaimer and signify that you have read them fully. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE UNDER THE

AGE OF 18.

PHANTOM is an excellent flight platform offering an excellent flight experience, only if it is powered normally and in a

good working condition. Despite the PHANTOM having a built-in autopilot system and our efforts in making the

operation of the controller as safe as possible when the main power battery is connected, we strongly recommend

users to remove all propellers when calibrating and setting parameters. Make sure all connections are good, and keep

children and animals away during firmware upgrade, system calibration and parameter setup. DJI Innovations accepts

no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product in the following

conditions:

1. Damage(s) or injuries incurred when users are drunk, taking drugs, drug anesthesia, dizziness, fatigue, nausea and

any other conditions no matter physically or mentally that could impair your ability.

2. Damage(s) or injuries caused by subjective intentional operations.

3. Any mental damage compensation caused by accident.

4. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate.

5. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-DJI accessories and parts.

6. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake DJI products.

7. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation or subjective mis-judgment.

8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging.

9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by continued flying after low- voltage protection alert is triggered.

10. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft in abnormal condition (such as water, oil, soil, sand

and other unknown material ingress into the aircraft or the assembly is not completed, the main components have

obvious faults, obvious defect or missing accessories).

11. Damage(s) or injuries caused by flying in the following situations such as the aircraft in magnetic interference area,

radio interference area, government regulated no-fly zones or the pilot is in backlight, blocked, fuzzy sight, and

poor eyesight is not suitable for operating and other conditions not suitable for operating.

12. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using in bad weather, such as a rainy day or windy (more than moderate breeze),

snow, hail, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes etc.

13. Damage(s) or injuries caused when the aircraft is in the following situations: collision, fire, explosion, floods,

tsunamis, subsidence, ice trapped, avalanche, debris flow, landslide, earthquake, etc.

14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material recorded by the use of

aircraft.

15. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery, protection circuit, RC model and battery chargers.

16. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of DJI Innovations liability.

Cautions for Product Use

Please check the following steps carefully every time before flight.

1. Before use of the product, please accept some flight training (Using a simulator to practice flying, getting

instruction from a professional person, etc.).

2. Check that all parts of the multi-rotor are in good condition before flight. Do not fly with aging or broken parts.

3. Check that the propellers and the motors are installed correctly and firmly before flight. Make sure the rotation

direction of each propeller is correct. Do not get close to or even touch the working motors and propellers to

avoid serious injury.

4. Do not over load the multi-rotor (should be less than 1200g).

5. Make sure that the transmitter battery and flight battery are fully charged.

6. Try to avoid interference between the remote control transmitter and other wireless equipment.

7. Make sure to switch on the transmitter first, then power on the multi-rotor before takeoff! Power off the

multi-rotor first, then switch off the transmitter after landing!

8. The fast rotating propellers of PHANTOM will cause serious damage and injury. Always fly the multi-rotor 3m or

above away from you and unsafe conditions, such as obstacles, crowds, high-voltage lines, etc. FLY

RESPONSIBLY.

9. All parts must be kept out of the reach of children to avoid CHOKE HAZARD; if a child accidentally swallows any

part you should immediately seek medical assistance.

10. Please always keep the compass module away from the magnet. Otherwise it may damage the compass module

and lead the aircraft to work abnormally or even be out of control.

11. DO NOT use the PHANTOM transmitter (receiver) with the other third party remote control equipment.

12. Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0) to carry out firmware upgrade

and parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version.

13. The built-in ESCs of PHANTOM ONLY support 3S (11.1V) power supply.

14. ONLY use the DJI original motor and 8-inch propeller.

15. If you want to put the PHANTOM in a car, please keep it away from the speaker, since the compass module may

be magnetized.

16. DO NOT use the magnetic screwdriver. Otherwise, keep the screwdriver at least 10cm away from the compass

module, to avoid magnetic interference.

17. If you use your own equipment(for example: GoPro3), please make sure the WiFi function is disabled, to avoid

the interference on the transmitter, which may cause the PHANTOM to FailSafe, crack and or even to fly away.

18. For Mac user, please install Windows Parallel to run assistant software.

If you have any problem you cannot solve during installation, please contact a DJI Authorized Dealer.

Trademarks

DJI and PHANTOM are registered trademarks of DJI Innovations. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this

manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are

form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI Innovations. No patent liability is assumed with respect to

the use of the product or information contained herein.

Battery Usage & Charging Cautions

1. Do not put the battery into water; store the battery in a cool and dry environment.

2. Only use the correctly specified batteries

3. Batteries must be kept out of the reach of children; if a child accidentally swallows the battery you should

immediately seek medical assistance.

4. Do not use or store the battery near fire.

5. Battery should be charged with proper standard charger.

6. Do not connect the battery reversed in positive and negative terminals in the charger or equipment.

7. Do not connect the battery directly to the wall plugs or vehicle-mounted socket.

8. Do not put the battery into a fire or heat the battery.

9. Do not let the battery terminals (+and-) touch together to cause short-circuit.

10. Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects.

11. Do not hit or throw the battery.

12. Do not weld the battery terminals together.

13. Do not drive a nail in, hit with a hammer, or stomp on the battery.

14. Do not disassemble or alter the battery.

15. Do not use or store the battery in extreme heat environments, such as direct sunlight or in the car in hot weather.

Otherwise, the battery will overheat, may cause fire (or self-ignite), this will affect the performance of the battery,

shorten the service life of the battery.

16. Do not use the battery in strong electrostatic areas, otherwise the electronic protection may be damaged which

may cause a hazard.

17. If you get the battery electrolyte leakage into your eyes, don't rub, first wash your eyes with clean water then seek

medical assistance immediately. If not handled in a timely manner, eyes could be damaged.

18. Do not use the battery when it emits an odour, high temperature, deformation, change in colour or other

abnormal phenomena; if the battery is in use or charging, you should stop charging or using immediately.

19. If the battery terminal gets dirty, please clean it with a dry cloth before using. Otherwise it will cause a poor

contact, thus causing energy loss or inability to charge.

20. Discarded battery could lead to a fire; you should completely discharge the battery and wrap the output terminal

with insulating tape before discarding.

21. DO NOT drain the battery of phantom or leave the battery plugged into the PHANTOM when unused. When

there is low voltage alert please landing timely to avoid damages to the battery or others.

In the Box

Aircraft

Transmitter

Landing Gear

(with Compass Module)

Frame for Camera

Propellers

Assistant Wrench

USB Cable

Screw Package (M3x6)

Accessory

Phillips Screwdriver

5# AA Batteries

Required Items

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