dji Inspire 1 RAW Professional Aerial Filmmaking Drone User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- DJi
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dji Inspire 1 RAW Professional Aerial Filmmaking Drone
INSPIRE 1
The InspireTM 1 is a professional aerial filmmaking and photography platform that is ready to fly right out of the box. Featuring an onboard camera equipped with a 20mm lens and 3-axis stabilized gimbal, it shoots sharp 12mp stills and stable video at up to 4K. Its retractable landing gear pulls up out of view, giving the camera an unobstructed 360 degree view of the world below.
An advanced flight controller makes the Inspire 1 stable, safe and easy to fly indoors or out. The brand new Vision Positioning System (VPS) gives it the power to hover in position at low altitudes even without GPS. Like all DJI flight controllers, it is also able to return home if remote controller signal is lost or if the low battery warning is triggered.
The Inspire 1 boasts a maximum flight speed 20m/s and a maximum flight time of 18.5 minutes using one fully charged 4500mAh Intelligent Flight Battery.
- Gimbal and Camera
- Camera Micro-SD Card Slot
- Vision Positioning System
- Transformation Mechanism
- Front LEDs
- Motors
- Propellers
- Rear LEDs
- Intelligent Flight Battery
- Power Button
- Battery Level Indicators
- Aircraft Status Indicator
- Aircraft Micro-USB Port
- Camera Micro-USB Port
- Gimbal Lock
- The maximum flight speed and maximum run time (hovering state) were tested in a lab environment, at zero-level elevation and in windless conditions, and should be taken as reference only.
Remote Controller
The maximum transmission distance of the Inspire 1 remote controller is 5km*. The remote controller also allows you to control the landing gear or activate Return to Home with a tap. Other buttons allow instant photo capture, video recording, picture review and gimbal control.
A DJI Lightbridge-based HD video downlink is built-in, letting you see what your camera sees on your mobile device in real time HD. The app also allows you to change camera settings and activate Master/Slave mode so that one person can fly while other controls the gimbal independently. The master and slave controllers communicate using a 5.8Ghz wireless signal, and have a communication range with each other of up to 50 meters.The controller’s LiPo battery has a maximum run time of approximately four hours and can be charged by plugging directly into the controller.
- Power Button
- Transformation Switch
- Return to Home (RTH) Button
- Control Sticks
- Status LED
- Battery Level LEDs
- Power Port
- Mobile Device Holder
- Antennas
- Handle Bar
- Gimbal Dial
- Camera Settings Dial
- Video Recording Button
- Flight Mode Switch
- Shutter Button
- Playback Button
- Mini-HDMI Port
- Micro-USB Port
- CAN-Bus Port
- USB Port
- Back Buttons (Reserved)
- Please note that the max transmission distance were tested in a lab environment. This statistic is for reference only, as conditions in your area may vary.
Fly Safe
DJI encourages you to enjoy flying in a safe, responsible and smart way.
- Be very careful when flying 14,700 feet (4,500 meters) or more above sea level as the battery and aircraft performance may be reduced.
- The Inspire 1’s compass and GPS will not work in Polar Regions. The aircraft will auto switch to ATTI Mode and use the VPS for positioning.
Calibrating the Compass:
Only calibrate the compass when the DJI GO app or the status indicator
prompt you to do so. Observe the following rules when calibrating your
compass:
- DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcements underground.
- DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as cellular phones.
- The DJI GO app will prompt you to resolve the compass issue if the compass is affected by strong interference after calibration is complete. Follow the prompted instructions to resolve the compass issue.
P Mode:
In this mode, the Inspire 1 has a strong GPS signal and can use the VPS
allowing it to hover accurately in position indoors and out. If outdoors, this
mode also means that a Home Point has been locked so that it can Return to
Home if the control signal is lost.
If you are not in this mode, toggle the Flight Mode Switch to P position to
enable it.
The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P mode by default. Refer to the User
Manual on how to unlock the switch.
There are three states in P mode.
P-GPS: GPS works best when outdoors in a wide open area, and your Inspire
1 uses GPS to hover in place when the GPS signal is strong. P-OPTI: If GPS is
not available, the aircraft can use the VPS to hover accurately. P-ATTI:
Neither GPS or VPS available, aircraft is using only its barometer for
positioning, so only altitude is controlled. Note that the VPS may not work
properly when the Inspire 1 is flying over water, over surfaces without a
clear pattern, or in a low light environment.
- While returning home, its altitude can be adjusted by the user to avoid obstructions. Tall buildings may affect the remote controller signal. The Failsafe Return to Home procedure will be triggered if the signal is lost. Be sure fly higher than any nearby buildings to avoid crashing.
Return to Home:
When the GPS signal is strong, the aircraft will be able to record a Home
Point and return to the Home Point when needed. The GPS location is recorded
when the GPS signal icon in the DJI GO app is either yellow or green.
The aircraft will return to the Home Point automatically in the following
cases (all require a strong GPS signal). Smart RTH:
When you press the RTH button on the remote controller or in the App.
- Low Battery RTH: The DJI GO app notifies users to take action when the battery level falls to a specified threshold.
- Failsafe RTH: When the remote controller signal is lost.
Appendix
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Aircraft (Model: T600)
Weight 2845 g (Battery and Propellers Included, Zenmuse X3 Excluded)
Weight 3060 g (Battery, Propellers and Zenmuse X3 Included)
Maximum Weight of Payload 3500 g
Max Tilt Angle 35°
Max Ascent Speed 5 m/s
Max Descent Speed 4 m/s
Max Speed 20 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind)
Max Altitude Above Sea Level 14,700 feet (4,500 meters)
Max Flight Time Approximately 18.5 minutes
Operating Temperature Range 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C) -
Gimbal (Model: ZENMUSE X3)
Angular Vibration Range ±0.03°
Controllable Range Pitch: -90° to +30° Pan: ±320°
Max Controllable Speed Pitch: 120°/s Pan: 180°/s -
Vision Positioning System
Velocity Range <8 m/s @Altitude 6.56 feet (2 m)
Altitude Range 0.16 feet – 16.4 feet (5 cm-500 cm)
Operating Range <9.84 feet (<300 cm)
Operating Environment Surface with clear pattern and adequate lighting (>15 Lux )
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Camera (Name/Model: X3/FC350)
Sensor Sony Exmor R CMOS (Type 1/2.33), Effective pixels: 12.4M (total pixels: 12.76M)
Lens FOV (Field Of View) 94° 20 mm (35 mm format equivalent) f/2.8
ISO Range 100-3200 (video) 100-1600 (photo)
Electronic Shutter Speed 8 s-1/8000 s
Image Max Size 4000×3000
Still Photography Modes Single shoot; Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias; Time-lapse
Video Recording Modes UHD: 4K (4096×2160) 24/25p, 4K (3840×2160) 24/25/30p,
FHD: 1920×1080 24/25/30/48/50/60p, HD: 1280×720 24/25/30/48/50/60p
Max Bitrate Of Video Storage 60 Mbps
Supported File Systems FAT32 (≤ 32 GB), exFAT (> 32 GB)
Photo Formats JPEG, DNG
VideoFormats MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)
Supported SD Card Types Micro SD, Max capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required
Operating Temperature Range 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) -
Remote Controller (Name: C1)
Operating Frequency 922.7 MHz-927.7 MHz (Japan only) 5.725 GHz-5.825 GHz 2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz
Transmitting Distance Up to 5 km or 3.1 miles (unobstructed, free of interference) when FCC compliant
Up to 3.5 km or 2.1 miles (unobstructed, free of interference) when CE compliant
Video Output Port USB, Mini-HDMI
Operating Temperature Range 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
Battery 6000 mAh LiPo 2S -
Charger (Model: A14-100P1A)
Voltage 26.3 V
Rated Power 100 W -
Intelligent Flight Battery (Model: TB47, Standard)
Capacity 4500 mAh
Voltage 22.2 V
Battery Type LiPo 6S High voltage battery
Energy 99.9 Wh
Net Weight 570 g
Operating Temge 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
Max Charging Power 180 W
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Intelligent Flight Battery (Model: TB48, Optional)
Capacity 5700 mAh
Voltage 22.8 V
Battery Type LiPo 6S High voltage battery
Energy 129.96 Wh
Net Weight 670 g
Operating Temge 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
Max Charging Power 180 W
This Quick Start Guide is subject to change without prior notice.
Using INSPIRE 1
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Download the DJI GO App
Search ‘DJI GO’ on the App Store or Google Play and download the app to your mobile device. DJI GO app -
Watch the Tutorial Videos
Watch the tutorial videos at www.dji.com or in the DJI GO app.
The tutorial videos- For the best user experience, please use mobile devices with iOS 8.0 (or higher) and Android 4.1.2 (or higher).
- Read the Inspire 1 User Manual in the DJI GO app or official DJI website for more details.
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Check Battery Levels
- Press once to check the battery level.
- Press once, again and hold to turn on/off.
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Charge the Batteries
- The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time.
- Only use the official DJI Inspire 1 charger for your Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller. Power off the Intelligent Flight Battery before charging.
- When charging is complete, the LED lights on the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller will turn off.
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Preparing the Remote Controller
Unfold the mobile device holder and the antennas.
Try to keep the aircraft inside
the optimal transmission range. If the signal is weak, adjust the antennas or
fly the aircraft closer.
Optimal Transmission Range
Dual Remote Controllers
You will need to link the Master and Slave remote controllers.
On the Master RC, launch the DJI GO app and enter Camera View. Tap on the top of your screen to bring up the RC Settings. Set the RC Status as ‘Master’, and then enter the desired connection password.
Similarly on the Slave RC, set the RC Status to ‘Slave’. Then tap Search for Master RC and connect to the Master RC with your preset password.
- DO NOT use other 2.4 GHz devices at the same time to avoid signal interference.
- DO NOT operate more than 3 aircrafts within in the same area (size equivalent to a soccer field) to prevent transmission interference.
Prepare the Aircraft
- In Dual Remote Controller Mode, only the Master remote controller can transform the landing gear.
- DO NOT place the aircraft on rough or sound-absorbing surfaces (e.g. carpets) when transforming the landing gear.
Mount the Gimbal and Camera
- Be sure to remove the gimbal before transforming the aircraft to Travel Mode.
- Always power off the aircraft before mounting or removing the gimbal.
Preparing for Takeoff
Controls
The stick mode is set to Mode 2 by default (left hand throttle). The left stick controls the aircraft’s elevation and heading. The right stick controls the aircraft’s forward, backward and lateral movements. The gimbal dial controls camera tilt.
- You can change the stick mode in the DJI GO app.
Flight
Safe to Fly (GPS)
Before taking off, ensure the Aircraft Status Bar in the DJI GO app indicates ‘Safe to Fly (GPS)’.
In the DJI GO App:
Auto Takeoff Auto Landing
The aircraft will land vertically and stop its motors.
The aircraft will take off and hover at an altitude of 4 feet (1.2 meters).
Return-to-Home
Brings the aircraft back to the Home Point. Tap again to stop the procedure.
Auto Landing
The aircraft will land vertically and stop its motors.
Manual Takeoff
Combination Stick Command to start/stop the motors Left stick up (slowly) to take off to take off
Return-to-Home (RC)
Same as the RTH button in the DJI GO app. Brings the aircraft back to the Home Point. Press and hold to initiate the RTH procedure. Press again to cancel.
Manual Landing
Ensure the landing gear is lowered before landing.
If you want to lower the landing
gear but the switch is already in the ‘down’ position, toggle the switch up
and down again.
****Left stick down (slowly) until you touch the ground.
Hold a few seconds to stop the motors.
- Rotating propellers can be dangerous. DO NOT start the motors in narrow spaces or when there are people nearby.
- Never perform the Combination Stick Command in mid-flight, or else the aircraft will crash.
- Always keep your hands on the remote controller so long as the motor is still spinning.
- After landing, power off the aircraft before turning off the remote controller.
- Take off from a flat surface in a wide open space, with the rear of the aircraft facing towards you.
Appendix
Aircraft Status Indicator
slowly . . . Safe to fly (GPS working).
. . . No GPS but VPS working.
slowly . . . P-ATTI or ATTI mode.
quickly ….. Not connected to remote controller.
slowly . . . Low battery level warning.
quickly ….. Critical low battery level warning.
solid —— Critical error.
/ . . . compass calibration required.
Remote Controller Status Indicator
****RC normal but not connected to aircraft.
RC normal and connected to aircraft.
RC Slave Mode and not connected to aircraft.
RC Slave Mode and connected to aircraft.
( B… ) Low battery warning / RC error.
( B—B—… ) RC idle for 5 minutes.
Downloading Your Videos
- Compressed video and photo files are automatically stored on your mobile device while you are recording. You can view them in the Library section of the DJI GO app.
- Or the best quality, download the original HD files through the app or using an SD card reader.
Learn more information from:
www.dji.com/product/inspire-1
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References
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