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Point the aircraft toward the screen
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Align the boxes
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Pan and tilt the aircraft
Calibrating Front Sensors
Obstacles Sensing cameras that installed on landing gear are calibrated on delivery. However these
camera are vulnerable to excessive impact, hence it will require calibration via DJI Assistant 2 from time
to time. Follow the steps below to calibrate the camera when the DJI GO app prompt you to do so.
Detection Range
The detection range of the Obstacle Sensing and Vision Positioning System is depicted as follow. Note
that the aircraft cannot sense and avoid the obstacles that are not within the detection range.
Using Vision Positioning
Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the aircraft is turned on. No further action is
required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS is unavailable.
Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the aircraft can hover precisely
even without GPS.

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning:
1. Toggle the ight mode switch to P-mode.
2. Place the aircraft on a at surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot
work properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations.
3. Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator will ash green two times, which
indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift
off and the aircraft will hover in place.
ON OFF
Auto Hold
The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is
ying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating
above sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in
suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from P-mode to A-mode automatically if neither
GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the
following situations:
Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green).
Flying over a highly reective surfaces.
Flying at high speeds(over 10 m/s at 2 meters or over 5 m/s at 1 meter).
Flying over water or transparent surfaces.
Flying over moving surfaces or objects.
Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically.
Flying over extremely dark (lux < 10) or bright (lux > 100,000) surfaces.
Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet).
Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture.
Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same design).
Flying over inclined surfaces that will deect sound waves away from the aircraft.
Assisted Breaking from Obstacle Sensing System
Powered by the Obstacle Sensing System, the aircraft will now be able to actively initiate breaks when
obstacles are detected direct ahead of the aircraft. Note that Obstacle System works best when light
condition is ideal and the obstacle does not have feature-less pattern. In addition, the aircraft speed
cannot exceed over 8 meter/second so that the aircraft can break and stop at the safe distance.

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Flight Recorder
Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. This includes flight
telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters. To access these data, connect the
aircraft to the PC through the Micro USB port and launch the DJI GO app.
Attaching and Detaching the Propellers
Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 4. The grey and black ring on the propeller
indicate where they should be attached and in which direction whey should spin.
Propellers Silver Ring Black Ring
Figure
Attach On Motors without three dots Motors with three dots
Legends Lock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten.
Unlock : Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove.
Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness
of the sensors.
Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 10 meters.
The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft is ying over water.
The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light
conditions (less than 100 lux).
Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is
in operation.
Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar
sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals.
Attaching the Propellers
1. Be sure to remove the warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers.
2. Mount the propellers with black propeller rings to the motors with black dots. Mount the propellers with
sliver propeller rings to the motors without black dots. Press t he propeller down onto the mounting
plate and rotate in the lock direction until it is secured in its position.

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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions
1. Battery Level Display: The LED indicators display the current battery level.
2. Battery Life Display: The LEDs display the current battery power cycle.
3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of
total power when it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around two days to discharge the battery to
65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process.
Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI GO app.
4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging.
5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged.
6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 5°C (41°F) and
40°C (104°F).
The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to
“Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery” for more information.
Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 4 charger is 100W.
DJI Intelligent Flight Battery
The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 5350 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/
discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved
by DJI.
Intelligent Flight Battery Charger
Be aware of the sharp edges of the propellers. Handle with care.
Use only the DJI approved propellers. Do not intermix the propellers types.
Stand clear of the motors and DO NOT touch the propellers when they are spinning.
Detaching the Propellers
Press down the propellers onto the motor mount, rotate the propeller according to the marked direction to
unlock the propeller.
Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and rmly before every ight.
Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each ight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,
or broken propellers.
To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning.
ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer ight experience.

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Using the Battery
LED1
LED2
Battery Level Indicators
LED3
LED4
Power Button (Bulit-in LED)
Turning ON/OFF
Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The
Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will display the current battery level.
Turning Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The
battery power LED will ash when powering off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping
of a recording during the event recording wasn’t stopped.
The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and
discharging. The indicators are dened below.
: LED is on. : LED is ashing.
: LED is off.
7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected.
8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when
the battery voltage reaches 12 V.
9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected.
10. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI GO app displays a warning message when a damaged
battery cell is detected.
11. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history in the DJI GO app.
12. Sleep Mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity.
13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery’s voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to
the aircraft’s main controller.
Refer to Phantom 4 Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take full
responsibility for all operations and usage.

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Low Temperature Notice:
1. Battery capacity is signicantly reduced when ying in low temperature (< 0°C) environments.
2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature (< -10°C) environments.
Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures
between -10°C and 5°C.
3. End the ight as soon as the DJI GO app displays the “Low Battery Level Warning” in low temperature
environments.
4. Keep the battery indoors to warm it before ying in low temperature environments.
5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C.
6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell’s temperature is not within the operating
range (0°C ~ 40°C ).
In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for
approximately 1-2 minutes to warm up before taking off.
Checking the Battery Level
The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press
the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See
below for details.
Battery Level
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level
87.5%~100%
75%~87.5%
62.5%~75%
50%~62.5%
37.5%~50%
25%~37.5%
12.5%~25%
0%~12.5%
=0%
Battery life
Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must
be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the
battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two seconds, as shown below:

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Charger
Intelligent Flight Battery
Power Outlet
Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery
1. Connect the Battery Charger to a power source (100-240 V 50/60 Hz).
2. Connect one end of the charger to the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. If the battery
level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging.
3. The Battery Level Indicator will display the current battery level as it is charging.
4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when the Battery Level Indicators are all off.
5. Air-cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each ight. Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature
before storing it for an extended period.
Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 4. Never insert or
remove a battery when it is turned on.
Battery Life
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Life
90%~100%
80%~90%
70%~80%
60%~70%
50%~60%
40%~50%
30%~40%
20%~30%
below 20%
When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used.
For more information about the battery, launch the DJI GO app and check the information that is listed
under the battery tab.

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Battery Level Indicators While Charging
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level
0%~25%
25%~50%
50%~75%
75%~100%
Fully Charged
Battery Protection LED Display
The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns.
Battery Level Indicators while Charging
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item
LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected
LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected
LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected
LED3 blinks three times per second Over-voltage charger detected
LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low
LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high
After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the
Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not
need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the charger will resume
charging when the temperature is within the allowable range.
DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers.
How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery:
Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 4’s Battery Compartment and turn
it on. Leave it on until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be
turned on. Launch the DJI GO app to check battery levels.
Rapid : Fly the Phantom 4 outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery
can no longer be turned on.

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Remote Controller
This section describes the features
of the remote controller and includes
instructions for controlling the aircraft
and the camera.

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Remote Controller
Remote Controller Prole
The Phantom 4 remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the
video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft remote control
system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control functions, such
as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. The battery level is
displayed via LED indicators on the front panel of the remote controller.
Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with local compliance and regulations.
Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode.
Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle.
Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle.
To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area.
Using the Remote Controller
Turning the Remote Controller On and Off
The Phantom 4 remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a capacity of
6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEDs on the front panel. Follow the
steps below to turn on your remote controller:
1. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEDs will
display the current battery level.
2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller.
3. The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating
that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEDs will glow solid green when linking is
complete.
4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller.
Charging the Remote Controller
Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the gure on next page below for more
details.

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Charger
Power Outlet
Controlling the Camera
Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera
Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller.
[1] Camera Settings Dial
Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of
the remote controller. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings.
[2] Shutter Button
Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press.
[3] Video Recoding Button
Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording.
[4] Gimbal Dial
Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal.
Controlling Aircraft
This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The
Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default.
Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position.
Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the center position.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]

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Remote Controller
(Mode 2)
Aircraft
( Indicates Nose Direction) Remarks
Moving the left stick up and down changes the
aircraft’s elevation.
Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend.
When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 4 will
hover in place.
The more the stick is pushed away from the center
position, the faster the Phantom 4 will change
elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent
sudden and unexpected elevation changes.
Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the
rudder and rotation of the aircraft.
Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter-
clockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft
clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 4
will maintain its current orientation.
The more the stick is pushed away from the center
position, the faster the Phantom 4 will rotate.
Moving the right stick up and down changes the
aircraft’s forward and backward pitch.
Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly
backward. Phantom 4 will hover in place if the stick
is centered.
Push the stick further away from the center position for
a larger pitch angle (maximum 30˚) and faster ight.
Moving the right stick control left and right changes
the aircraft’s left and right pitch.
Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The
Phantom 4 will hover in place if the stick is
centered.
Press the Intellighent Flight Pause button once to
exit from the ActiveTrack, TapFly and Intelligent
Navigation ight mode. The aircraft will hover at
the current position.

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Position Figure Flight Mode
Position 1 P-mode
Position 2S-mode
Position 3A-mode
Flight Mode Switch
Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode.
You may choose between; P-mode, S-mode and A-
mode. Position 1
Position 2
Position 3
P-mode (Positioning)：P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. The aircraft utilizes the GPS
and Obstacle Sensing System to automatically stabilize itself, navigate between obstacles or track a
moving object. Advanced features such as TapFly and ActiveTrack are enabled in this mode.
S-mode (Sport)：The handling gain values of the aircraft are adjusted in order to enhance the
maneuverability of the aircraft in S-mode. The maximum ight speed of the aircraft is increased to
20 m /s in this mode. Note that Obstacle Sensing system is disabled in this mode.
A-mode (Attitude)：When neither the GPS nor the Obstacle Sensing System is available, the aircraft
will only use its barometer for positioning to control the altitude.
RTH Button
Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH
Button will blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the
last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of the
aircraft.
Adjusting Controller Sticks
Hold and twist the controller sticks clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust
the length of the controller sticks. A proper length of controller sticks can
improve the controlling accuracy.

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Connecting Your Mobile Device
Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the mobile device holder
to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the cradle. Adjust the clamp down to secure the
mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of
the cable into your mobile device and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller.
Optimal Transmission Range
The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that
is depicted in the image below:
Optimal Transmission Range
Ensure that the aircraft is ying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission
performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft.
Remote Controller Status LED
The Status LED reects the strength of the connection between the remote controller and the aircraft. The
RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information
about these indicators.
RTH LED
Status LED
strong weak

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Status LED Alarm Remote Controller Status
— Solid Red Chime The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft.
— Solid Green Chime The remote controller is connected to the aircraft.
Slow Blinking Red D-D-D...... Remote controller error.
/
Red and Green/ Red and
Yellow Alternate Blinks
None HD downlink is disrupted.
RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status
— Solid White Chime Aircraft is returning home.
Blinking White D . . . Sending Return-to-Home command to the aircraft.
Blinking White DD .. .. .. Return-to-Home procedure in progress.
The Remote Status Indicator will blink red and sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low.
Linking the Remote Controller
The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new
remote controller for the rst time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller:
1. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch the DJI GO app.
2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery.
3. Enter “Camera” and tap on and then tap “Linking RC” button as shown below.
RC Control Setting
RC Calibration
Stick Mode
Button Customization

2 
Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled.
Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.
You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC.
Linking RC

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The remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to the
same aircraft.
Link Button
RC Calibration
Stick Mode
Button Customization

2 
Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled.
Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.
You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the RC.
RC Control Setting
Linking RC
Searching for aircraft frequency,
timeout in 54 seconds
Cancel
Press the linking button on the aircraft
to link this remote controller
5. Locate the linking button on the side of the aircraft, as shown in the gure below. Press the link button
to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once the remote
controller is successfully linked to the aircraft.
4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is
emitted.

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Camera and Gimbal
This section provides the technical
specications of the camera and
explains the gimbal’s operation modes.

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Camera Prole
The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps or
4K at up to 30 fps with the Phantom 4 and 12 megapixel stills. You may choose to record the video in
either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and time-lapse
mode. A live preview of what the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile device via the
DJI GO app.
Camera Micro SD Card Slot
To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro SD card into the slot, as shown below, before
turning on the Phantom 4. The Phantom 4 comes with a 16 GB Micro SD card and supports Micro
SD cards up to 64 GB. A UHS-1 Micro SD card is recommended due to their fast read and write
speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data.
Do not remove the Micro SD card from the Phantom 4 when it is turned on.
To ensure the stability of the camera system, single video recordings are capped at 30 minutes.
Camera Data Port
Turn on the Phantom 4 and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos and
videos to your computer.
The aircraft must be turned on before attempting to access the les on the Micro SD card.

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Camera Operation
Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot the images or videos
through the DJI GO app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to “Controlling the
Camera Page 31”.
Camera LED Indicator
Camera LED Indicator lights up after the flight battery is powered on. It provides information on the
working status of the camera.
Camera LED Indicator Camera status
Green Fast Blink (0.2s off, 0.1s on ) System is warming up.
Green Blink Once (0.5s off, 0.4s on ) Taking a single picture.
Green Blink 3 Times (0.3s off, 0.1s on ) Taking 3 or 5 photos per shot.
Slow Red Blink (1.6s on, 0.8s off ) Recording.
Fast Red Blink (0.5s off, 0.2s on ) SD card error.
Double Red Blink (0.1s on, 0.1s off, 0.1s on, 0.1s off) Overheated Camera
Solid Red System error.
Green and Red Blink (0.8s green on, 0.8s red on) Firmware Upgrading
Gimbal
Gimbal Prole
The 3-axis gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear,
stable images and video. The gimbal can tilt the camera within a 120˚ range.
Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt movement of the camera.
-90°
0°
30°

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Gimbal Operation Modes
Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the
camera settings page of the DJI GO 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:
Follow Mode The angle between gimbal’s orientation and aircraft’s nose remains
constant at all times.
FPV Mode The gimbal will synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a
rst-person perspective ying experience.
A gimbal motor error may occur in these situations:
(1) the aircraft is placed on uneven ground or the gimbal’s motion is obstructed
(2) the gimbal has been subjected to an excessive external force, such as a collision. Please
take off from at, open ground and protect the gimbal at all times.
Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The
gimbal will recover full functionality after it dries.
It is normal for the gimbal to produce short pulse of beeping tone upon initialization.