dji Phantom 3 SE User manual

V1.0
2017.07
User Manual

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Using this manual
Legends
Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference
Read Before the First Flight
Read the following documents before using the PHANTOMTM 3 SE:
1. In the Box
2. Phantom 3 SE User Manual
3. Phantom 3 SE Quick Start Guide
4. Phantom 3 Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
5. Phantom 3 Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines
We recommend that you read the Disclaimer before you y. Prepare for your rst ight by reviewing the
Phantom 3 SE Quick Start Guide and refer to the User Manual for more detailed information.
Download the DJI GO App
Be sure to use the DJI GOTM app or other apps compatible with DJI aircraft during ight.
Scan the QR code to the right to download the latest version.
The Android version of the DJI GO app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later.
The iOS version of the DJI GO app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later.
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* For increased safety, the ight is restricted to a height of 30 m and distance of 50 m when not connected
or logged into the app during ight, including DJI GO and all apps compatible with DJI aircraft.

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Contents
Using this manual 2
Legends 2
Read Before the First Flight 2
Download the DJI GO App 2
Product Prole 6
Introduction 6
Feature Highlights 6
Preparing the Aircraft 6
Aircraft Diagram 8
Remote Controller Diagram 8
Aircraft 11
Flight Controller 11
Flight Mode 11
Flight Status Indicator 11
Return-to-Home (RTH) 12
Smart RTH 12
Low Battery RTH 13
Failsafe RTH 14
Vision Positioning System 15
Flight Recorder 16
Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 16
DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 18
Remote Controller 23
Remote Controller Prole 23
Using the Remote Controller 23
Linking the Remote Controller 28
Remote Controller Compliance Version 28
Camera and Gimbal 30
Camera Prole 30
Gimbal 31

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DJI GO App 34
Equipment 34
Editor 36
SkyPixel 36
Me 36
Flight 38
Flight Environment Requirements 38
Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 38
Preight Checklist 40
Calibrating the Compass 40
Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 41
Flight Test 42
Starting/Stopping the Motors 42
Appendix 45
Specications 45
Firmwares Update 47
Intelligent Flight Mode 47
After-Sales Information 47

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Product Prole
This section introduces the Phantom 3 SE
and lists the components of the aircraft
and remote controller.

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Product Prole
Introduction
The Phantom 3 SE represents the next generation of DJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 4K
video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to
maximize stability while minimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the Vision
Positioning System allows the aircraft to hover accurately in place.
Feature Highlights
Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 SE, you’re shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per second and
capturing 12 megapixel photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor gives you
greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous ying camera.
Wi-Fi Video Downlink: Live HD video is streamed from the camera to the DJI GO app over Wi-Fi as you
y. A Wi-Fi range extender is built into the remote controller.
DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells
and an advanced power management system.
Flight Controller: The next-generation ight controller has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable
ight experience. A newly implemented ight recorder stores critical data from each ight and the Vision
Positioning System enhances hovering precision when ying indoors or in environments where GPS is
unavailable.
Preparing the Aircraft
Removing Gimbal Clamp
Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below.

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Attaching the Propellers
Mount the propellers with black nuts on to motors with black dots and spin counter-clockwise to secure.
Mount the propellers with sliver nuts on to motors without dots and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure all
propellers are securely in place.
Preparing the Remote Controller
The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to
the desired position.
1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the
clamp to t the size of your mobile device.
2. Secure your mobile device in the clamp by pressing down.
Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position.
Battery Installation
Slide battery into the battery compartment according to the arrow’s direction shown below. Make
sure that you hear a click sound indicates the battery is rmly installed. Failure to do so may affect
the ight safety of your aircraft.
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Aircraft Diagram
Remote Controller Diagram
[1] GPS
[2] Propeller
[3] Motor
[4] Front LED Indicator
[5] Landing Gear
[6] Gimbal and Camera
[7] Camera Micro SD Card Slot
[8] Camera Status Indicator
[9] Aircraft Micro USB Port
[10] Aircraft Status Indicator
[11] Intelligent Flight Battery
[12] Vision Positioning Sensors
[13] Antennas
[14] Camera Micro USB Port
[15] Link Button
[1] Mobile Device Holder
[2] Switch S1
[3] Lanyard Loop
[4] Battery Level LEDs
[5] Status LED
[6] Micro USB Port
[7] Power Switch
[8] Control Sticks
[9] Gimbal Dial
[10] Switch S2
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[11] Built-in Antennas
[12] Handle Bar

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Aircraft
This section introduces the features of
the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning
System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery