The on-board camera supports 4K video capture up to 4096 x 2160p24 and 12M pixel photos capture
by using the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format for editing.
Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse mode. A live preview of what
the camera is seeing before you shoot videos and pictures is supported through the DJI Pilot App.
Camera Micro-SD Card Slot
To store your photos and videos, plug in the Micro-SD card into the slot shown below before
powering on the Phantom 3 Advanced. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 16 GB Micro-SD
card and supports up to a 64 GB Micro-SD card. A UHS-1 type Micro-SD card is recommended,
because of the fast read and write capability of these cards enables you to store high-resolution
video data.
Gimbal Camera
Do not remove Micro-SD card from the Phantom 3 Advanced when it is powered on.
Camera Data Port
Power on the Phantom 3 Advanced and then connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos or videos from the camera to your computer.
Power on the aircraft before attempting to access the les on the Micro-SD card.
Use the Shutter and Record button on the remote controller to shoot the images or the videos through the
DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to “Controlling Camera”.
Gimbal
GimbalProle
The 3-axis Gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture stabilized
images and video. The Gimbal can tilt the camera up to 120 degrees.
Gimbal Camera
30°
0°
-90°
Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control pitch movement of the camera by default. Note that
you cannot control the pan movement of the camera by default.
Gimbal Operation Modes
Two Gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the Camera
page of the DJI Pilot 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:
The angle between Gimbal’s orientation and aircraft’s nose remains
Follow Mode
FPV Mode
Gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) Gimbal is placed on uneven ground. (2)
Gimbal has received an excessive external force, e.g. a collision. Please take off from at, open
ground and protect the gimbal after powering up.
Flying in heavy fog or cloud may make the gimbal wet, leading to a temporary failure. The
The DJI Pilot app is a mobile app designed specically for the Phantom 3 Advanced. Use this app to
control the gimbal, camera and other features of your ight system. The app also comes with Map, Academy and User Center, for conguring your aircraft and sharing the photos and videos with your friends. It
is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience.
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DJI Pilot App
CAMERA
MAP
ACADEMYUSER CENTER
Camera
The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Advanced’s camera. You can also
congure various camera parameters from the Camera page.
(1) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing.
(2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch.
(3) Pitching of the boundary between light blue and dark blue area shows roll angle.
[14] Return to Home (RTH)
: Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point.
User can view the current ight route in a larger map view in this page. You can also perform Auto takeoff
and Landing in the page. Ensure your mobile device has access to the Internet. Due to the map data
required, Wi-Fi connection is recommended. Internet access is required to cache the map, if Wi-Fi is
unavailable, mobile data service is required.
Academy
Download user manual, view tutorial videos and practice your ight skills using the simulator in this page.
You can also use FilmMaker to create and edit the video clips captured by the aircraft.
User Center
You can sync the picture and videos to the mobile device, view the ight records and check your DJI
account status in the User Center. Use the DJI registered account to login to the User Center.