dji V1.08 Series Phantom 2 Drone Camera User Manual

dji V1.08 Series Phantom 2 Drone Camera

Product Information

Specifications

• Main Controller Firmware version: V3.00
• PHANTOM 2 Assistant version: V3.0
• PHANTOM RC Assistant version: V1.1
• Revision Date: April 7, 2014

Product Usage Instructions

PHANTOM 2 AIRCRAFT

BUILT-IN FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS
The PHANTOM 2 aircraft comes with a built-in flight control system that allows for stable and smooth flight. Follow these instructions to use the flight control system:

1. Ensure that the aircraft is fully charged and the battery is securely connected.
2. Power on the aircraft by pressing the power button.
3. Wait for the LED flight indicators to stabilize.
4. Use the remote controller to control the aircraft’s flight movements.

CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS
The PHANTOM 2 aircraft can be connected to other DJI products for enhanced functionality. Follow these instructions to establish connections:

• Important Notes of Using with Other DJI Products
  Before connecting the PHANTOM 2 aircraft with other DJI products, please take note of the following:

  •  Ensure that all devices are powered off before making any connections.
  • Refer to the respective user manuals of the DJI products for specific connection instructions.

• Connections with Other DJI Products

• Follow these general steps to connect the PHANTOM 2 aircraft with other DJI products:

  • Power off all devices.
  • Connect the necessary cables or accessories according to the specific product requirements.
  • Power on the PHANTOM 2 aircraft and the other DJI product.
  • Wait for the devices to establish a stable connection.

LED FLIGHT INDICATORS DESCRIPTION
The LED flight indicators on the PHANTOM 2 aircraft provide important information about its status and flight mode. Refer to the following table for a description of the LED indicators:

NOTES FOR PHANTOM 2 USING WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS
When using the PHANTOM 2 aircraft with other DJI products, please take note of the following:

• Ensure that all devices are updated to the latest firmware versions for optimal compatibility.
• Refer to the respective user manuals of the DJI products for specific usage instructions and limitations.

PROPELLERS

ASSEMBLY
Follow these steps to assemble the propellers:

1. Identify the propellers marked with “A” and “B”.
2. Attach the “A” propellers to the motors marked with “A” and the “B” propellers to the motors marked with “B”.
3. Securely tighten the propellers by rotating them clockwise.

DISASSEMBLY
To disassemble the propellers, follow these steps:

1. Hold the motor firmly to prevent it from rotating.
2. Rotate the propeller counterclockwise to loosen it.
3. Remove the propeller once it is loose.

NOTES
Take note of the following when using the propellers:

• Ensure that the propellers are securely attached before each flight.
• Regularly inspect the propellers for any signs of damage or wear. Replace them if necessary.

REMOTE CONTROLLER
The remote controller allows for wireless control of the PHANTOM 2 aircraft. Follow these instructions to use the remote controller:

1. Ensure that the remote controller is fully charged.
2. Power on the remote controller by pressing the power button.
3. Wait for the remote controller to establish a connection with the aircraft.
4. Use the control sticks and buttons on the remote controller to control the aircraft’s flight movements and access various functions.

INTELLIGENT BATTERY
The PHANTOM 2 aircraft is powered by an intelligent battery. Follow these instructions for proper handling and usage of the battery:

1. Ensure that the battery is fully charged before each flight.
2. Insert the battery into the designated battery compartment on the aircraft.
3. Securely connect the battery to the aircraft.
4. Power on the aircraft to activate the battery.
5. Monitor the battery level using the LED flight indicators.
6. Charge the battery using the provided charger when necessary.

CALIBRATING THE COMPASS

CALIBRATION WARNINGS

• Before calibrating the compass, take note of the following warnings:
  • Ensure that there are no magnetic or metallic objects nearby that may interfere with the compass calibration process.
  • Do not hold or touch the aircraft during the calibration process.
• To calibrate the compass, follow these steps:
  • Find an open outdoor area away from any potential sources of magnetic interference.
  • Power on the aircraft and remote controller.
  • Access the calibration menu in the PHANTOM 2 Assistant software or app.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the compass calibration process.

FAQ

• How often should I check for firmware updates?
  It is recommended to regularly check the PHANTOM 2’s product page at www.dji.com for firmware updates. Keep your firmware up to date for optimal performance and compatibility.

• What should I do if the aircraft’s battery is critically low during flight?
  If the aircraft’s battery is critically low, it is advised to land the aircraft immediately to prevent it from crashing due to power loss. Always monitor the battery level and plan your flights accordingly.

• Can I use third-party propellers with the PHANTOM 2 aircraft?
  It is recommended to use genuine DJI propellers for optimal performance and safety. The use of third-party propellers may affect the aircraft’s flight characteristics and stability.

INTRODUCTION

• Congratulations on purchasing your new DJI product. Please thoroughly read the entire contents of this manual to fully use and understand the product.
• It is advised that you regularly check the PHANTOM 2’s product page at www.dji.com which is updated on a regular basis. This will provide services such as product information, technical updates and manual corrections. Due to any unforeseen changes or product upgrades, the information contained within this manual is subject to change without notice.
• DJI and PHANTOM 2 are registered trademarks of DJI. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are copy righted by DJI with all rights reserved.
• If you have any questions or concerns regarding your product, please contact your dealer or DJI Customer Service.
• ©2013-2014 DJI Innovations. All Rights Reserved.1 |

In the Box

Required Items

Symbol Legend

PHANTOM 2 Aircraft

1. Propeller
2. Motor
3. Front Side
4. Front LEDs
5. Micro-USB Port
6. Landing Gear
7. Receiver Antenna
8. CAN-Bus Connector
9. LED Flight Indicators
10. DJI Intelligent Battery
11. Compass

Built-in Flight Control System Instructions

• The built-in flight control system is used to control the entire aircraft’s functions in flight such as Pitch (forwards and backwards), Roll (left and right), Elevator (up and down) and Yaw (turn left or right). The flight controller contains the MC (Main Controller), IMU, GPS, compass, receiver.
• The IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) has a built-in inertial sensor and a barometric altimeter that measures both attitude and altitude. The compass reads geomagnetic information which assists the GPS (Global Position System) to accurately calculate the aircrafts position and height in order to lock the aircraft in a stable hover. The receiver is used to communicate with the remote controller and the MC acts as the brains of the complete flight control system connecting and controlling all the modules together.
• The PHANTOM 2 can be configured in the Assistant Software, by choosing Naza-M mode or Phantom 2 mode. This manual is for Phantom 2 mode. Please refer to the Naza-M V2 Quick Start Manual for more information.

Connections with Other DJI Products
PHANTOM 2 is compatible with other DJI products, including ZENMUSE H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal，iOSD mini， iOSD Mark II. Below are connections for these products and wireless video transmission module.

Important Notes of Using with Other DJI Products

1. The video cable can provide power for the wireless video transmission module with a battery voltage (11.1V~12.6V) and a maximum current 2A.

2. Make sure the working current of the wireless video transmission module you connect can work with an operational voltage between 11.1V~12.6V and the total working current of the iOSD and wireless video transmission module is under 2A, as an overcurrent will damage the central board’s components. If the total current exceeds 2A, please be sure to provide power supplied from a separate power source for the wireless video transmission module.

3. PHANTOM 2 uses a 2.4GHz RC system. To avoid communication interference, it’s not recommended to use other 2.4GHz devices (including 2.4G wifi or 2.4G wireless video transmission module) except the 2.4G Bluetooth and 2.4G Datalink.

4. Be sure to keep the wireless video transmission module and other communicating devices away from the compass during installation and connection to avoid interference.

5. To improve the compatibility with ZENMUSE gimbals, the latest factory deliveries of PHANTOM 2 has updated to the Version 2 shown below. H3-2D/H3-3D gimbal can be directly installed for the Version 2 while for Version 1, a H3-3D adapter kit (coming soon) is required to install the H3-3D gimbal.

6. When using the H3-3D gimbal, please connect the 8-Pin cable of PHANTOM 2 to the G8 port of H3-3D shown below.

Connections with Other DJI Products

1. Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal and wireless video transmission module, the figure below uses H3-2D as an example.

2. Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD mini and wireless video transmission module, the figure below uses H3-2D as an example.

3. Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD mini and DJI specified wireless video transmission module AVL58, the figure below uses H3-2D as an example.

We recommend connecting the VBat+ port of the video cable to the two BATT+ ports of the AVL58 simultaneously. The same is true of the GND port of the video cable and two BATT- ports.

4. Connecting the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD Mark II and wireless video transmission module, the figure below uses H3-2D as an example.

The diagram below illustrates the conneciton between the iOSD Mark II and the wireless video transmission module.

Use the 8-Pin cable in the iOSD Markk II package when connecting to the DJI specified wireless video transmission module AVL58.

5. Using the iPad Ground Station

6. Using the PC Ground Station

LED Flight Indicators Description

1. LED flight indicators are used to show the aircraft’s current status. Once powered on, the indicators will light up.

2. The LED indicators diagram above are for Phantom 2 mode. In Naza-M mode, LED indicators will work according to the Naza-M flight control system.

3. Connect to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software for detailed information about warnings and errors.

4. The front LEDs are for indicating where the nose of the aircraft is. They light up solid red only after the motorshave spooled up.

Notes for PHANTOM 2 using with other DJI products
Before using PHANTOM 2 with other DJI products, users should connecting the products correctly and upgrade the firmware as requirements below .

Propellers

PHANTOM 2 uses the original 9-inch propellers which are classified by the color of each central nut. Damaged propellers should be replaced by purchasing new ones if necessary.

Assembly

1. (Figure 2-1 ）Remove the four warning cards from the motors after you’ve read them.
2. (Figure 2-2） Prepare the two grey nut propellers and two black nut propellers. Make sure to match the black nut propellers with the correctly marked black dot motors. Tighten the propellers according to the fastening instructions.

Disassembly
(Figure 2-3）Keep the motor deadlocked in place with the assistant wrench (or one hand) and remove the propeller according to the un-fastening instructions.

Notes

1. Propellers are self tightening during flight. DO NOT use any thread locker on the threads.
2. Make sure to match the propeller nut colors with the corresponding motors.
3. It is advised to wear protective gloves during propeller assembly and removal.
4. Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight.
5. Check that all propellers are in good condition before flight. DO NOT use any ageing, chipped, or broken propellers.
6. To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch the propellers or motors when they are spinning.
7. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience.

Remote Controller

The PHANTOM 2 remote controller can be configured in the PHANTOM RC Assistant Software. The sticks mode is Mode 2 on delivery.

1. Antenna
2. Carrying Handle
3. 3-Position Switch S1
4. 3-Position Switch S2
5. Joystick1(J1;J2)
6. Joystick2(J3;J4)
7. Neck Strap Attachment
8. Power Switch
9. Power Indicator
10. Battery Compartment
11. Micro-USB Port
12. Slide Lever
13. Potentiometer

Power on the Remote Controller

1. Install the four AA Batteries (not included) into the battery compartment on the back of the remote controller according to the negative and positive poles.

2. Set the S1 and S2 switches to the upper most position and all sticks are at mid-point before switching on the power switch.

3. Push the power switch to the right to power on the remote controller. If the power LED indicator is solid on, the remote controller is functioning normally.

4. Please make sure the batteries have enough capacity before use. If the low voltage warning alert sounds (refer to the ), please replace batteries as soon as possible.

5. Using the correct type of battery will prevent risk of damage or malfunction.

6. For long term storage, be sure to remove the batteries from the remote controller.

Remote controller Power LED Indicator Status

The remote controller will power off automatically when battery voltage drops below 4V. Land and change batteries as soon as possible when the low voltage alert occurs to avoid loss of control during flight.

Antenna Orientation
The remote controller’s antenna should point skywards without obstructions for maximum communication range during flight.

Remote Controller Operation
The operations of remote controller are based on mode 2 stick configuration.
Definitions

• The ‘stick neutral’ positions and ‘stick released’ mean the control sticks of the remote controller are placed at the central position.
• To ‘move the stick’ means that the stick of remote controller is pushed away from the central position. Slide Lever is used for the pitch control of the H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal.

Linking the remote controller & built-in receiver

• PHANTOM 2 has a built-in receiver, the link button and indicator located on the bottom of the aircraft as illustrated in the Figure 3-4.
• The link between the remote controller and aircraft is already established for you so you can initially skip this procedure. If you ever replace the remote controller, re-establishing the link is required.

Linking procedures

1. Power on the PHANTOM 2.
2. Turn on the remote controller and place it 0.5m~1m away from the aircraft.
3. Push the link button with a thin object and hold it until the Link indicator blinks red, then release it.
4. When the Link indicator turns solid green, the link between the remote controller and the built-in receiver has been successfully established.

Intelligent Battery

The intelligent battery is specially designed for the PHANTOM 2 , with a bat tery capacity of 5200mA h, voltage of 11.111.1V and chargecharge-discharge management functionality. The battery should only be charged with the DJI charger .

DJI Intelligent Battery Functions

1. Balance Charging Automatically balance the voltage of each battery cell during charging.
2. Capacity Display Display the current battery levellevel.
3. Communicating The main controller communicatecommunicates with the battery via communicat ion ports for battery voltage, capacity, current and other information.
4. Overcharging Protection Charging stopstops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 12.8V to prevent overcharging damage damage.
5. Over Discharging Protection Discharging stoptops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 8.4V to prevent over discharging damage damage.
6. Short Circuit Protection Automatically cut cuts off the power supply when a short circuit is detected.
7. Sleep Protection The battery will enter sleep mode after 10 minutes of inactivity to save powerpower. The static current is 10nA in sleep mode when the battery is powered on without connecting to other devices devices.
8. Charging T emperature Detection The battery will charge only when its temperature is within 0℃~55 ℃. If the battery temperature is out of this ran ge, the battery will stop charging charging.
9. Before use, please read and follow the user manual, disclaimer , and the warnings on the battery. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage usage.
10. The battery should only be charged with the charger provided by DJI. DJI does not take any responsibility for operation of any charger from a third party.

Charging Procedures

1. Connect the charger to a wall socket (Use the plug set if necessary necessary).
2. Connect the battery to the charger. If the current capaci ty of the battery is over 75%, you should power on the battery to begin charging charging.
3. The Battery Level indicators display current capacity level as the battery charges. P lease refer to battery level indicator description for details.
4. The battery is fully charged when the Battery Level indicator lights are off. Please disconnect the charger and battery when the charging is completed.

Install the Battery
Push the battery into the battery compartment correctly as the following diagram shows. Make sure to push the battery into the compartment until you hear a ‘click’ sound.

An incorrectly inserted battery may cause one of the following to occur: (1) Bad contact. (2) Unavailable battery information. (3) Unsafe for flight. (4) Unable to take off.

Battery Usage

1. Checking the battery level: When the battery is powered off; pressing the battery power button once will indicate the current battery level. Refer to < Battery Level Indicator Description> for details.
2. Powering on: When the battery is powered off; press the battery power button once and then press and hold for 2 seconds to turn on the intelligent battery.
3. Powering off: When the battery is powered on; press the battery power button once and then press and hold for 2 seconds to turn off the intelligent battery.
4. Checking the battery life: When the battery is powered off; press and hold the battery power button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The battery level indicators will show the life and the battery power indicator will blink for 10 seconds, then all LEDs will light out and the intelligent battery will turn off. Refer to < Battery Level Indicator Description> for details.
   More battery information is available in the battery tab of the PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software.

Description of the Battery Level Indicator
The battery level indicators will show the current battery level during both the charging and discharging process as well as battery life. The following is a description of the indicators.

•  The LED is solid on
•  The LED will blink regularly
•  The LED is light off

Correct Battery Usage Notes

1. Never plug or unplug the battery into the aircraft when it is powered on.
2. The battery should be charged in an environment that is between 0℃ to 40℃, and be discharged in an environment that is between -20℃ to 50℃. Both charging and discharging should be in an environment where the relative humidity is lower than 80%.
3. It’s recommended to charge and discharge the battery thoroughly once every 20 charge/discharge cycles. Users should discharge the battery until there is less than 8% power left or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Users should then fully recharge the battery to maximum capacity. This power cycling procedure will ensure the battery is working at its optimal level.
4. For long term storage please place the battery with only a 40~50% capacity in a strong battery box securely. We recommend discharging and charging the battery completely once every 3 months to keep it in good condition. The capacity should be varied in such a cycle (40%~50%)—0%—100%—(40%~50%).
5. It’s suggested you purchase a new battery after you have discharged your current battery over 300 times. Please completely discharge a battery prior to disposal.
6. It’s suggested that you purchase a new battery if the current battery is swollen or damaged in any way.
7. Never try to recharge or fly with a battery that is swollen or damaged in any way.
8. Never charge the battery unattended. Always charge the battery on a non-flammable surface such as concrete and never near any flammable materials.
9. Safety is extremely important and users can get more information in the DISCLAIMER.

Calibrating the Compass

IMPORTANT: Make sure to perform the Compass Calibration procedures prior to the first flight.
The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference which causes abnormal compass data and leads to poor flight performance or even flight failure. Regular calibration of the compass enables the compass to perform at its optimal level.

Calibration Warnings

1. DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a possibility for the existence of strong magnetic interference such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcement underground.
2. DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones.
3. Compass Calibration is very important; otherwise the flight control system will work abnormally.

Calibration Procedures
Please carry out the calibrating procedures in the flight field before flight. Please watch the quick start video of the PHANTOM 2 for more compass calibration details.

When Recalibration is Required

1. When Compass Data is abnormal, the LED flight indicator will blink alternating between red and yellow.
2. Last compass calibration was performed at a completely different flying field/location.
3. The mechanical structure of the aircraft has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the compass.
4. Evident drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the aircraft doesn’t fly in straight lines.

Flight

Flying Environment Requirements

1. Before your first flight, please allow yourself some flight training (Using a flight simulator to practice flying, getting instruction from an experienced person, etc.).
2. DO NOT fly in bad weather, such as rain or wind (more than moderate breeze) or fog.
3. The flying field should be open and void of tall buildings or other obstacles; the steel structure within buildings may interfere with the compass.
4. Keep the aircraft away from obstacles, crowds, power lines, trees, lakes and rivers etc.
5. Try to avoid interference between the remote controller and other wireless equipment. (No base stations or cell towers around)
6. The flight control system will not work properly at the South Pole or North Pole.
7. Never use the aircraft in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic lays and regulations.

Starting the Motors
A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is needed to start the motors. Push the sticks according to one of the options below to start motors. Once the motors have spun up, release both sticks simultaneously. The same command is used to stop the motors.

Takeoff/Landing Procedures

1. Start by placing the PHANTOM 2 on the ground with the battery level indicators facing you.

2. Turn on the remote controller.

3. Power on the aircraft by turning on the intelligent battery.

4. When LED flight indicator blinks green/yellow, the PHANTOM 2 is entering Ready to Fly/Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode. Start the motors with the CSC command.

5. Push the throttle stick up slowly to lift the aircraft off the ground. Refer to for more details.

6. Be sure you are hovering over a level surface. Pull down on the throttle stick gently to descend and land.

7. After landing the aircraft on the ground, keep the throttle stick at its lowest position for about 3 to 5 seconds which will automatically stop the motors.
   You SHOULD NOT execute the CSC during normal flight ! This will stop the motors and cause the aircraft to descend rapidly and drop without any type of control.

8. When the LED flight indicator blinks yellow rapidly during flight , the aircraft has entered in to Failsafe mode , refer to for

9. A low battery capacity warning is indicated by the LED flight indicator blink ing red slowly or rapidly during flight . R efer to the for

10. Watch the quick start video about flight for more flight information.

Failsafe Function
The aircraft will enter Failsafe mode when the connection from the remote controller is lost . T he flight control system will automatically control the aircraft to return to home and land to reduce injuries or damage. The following situations w ould make the aircraft fail to receiv receive a signal from the remote controller and enter Failsafe mode:

1. The remote controller is power powered off.
2. The remote controller is power powered on but the S1 is toggled in the position triggering the Failsafe (this must have been configured in t he PHANTOM 2 Assistant Softwareoftware).
3. The aircraft has flown out of the effective communication range of the remote controller.
4. There is an obstacle obstructing the signal between the remote controller and the aircraft, ess entially reducing the distance the signal can travel.
5. There is interference causing a signal problem with the remote controller.
   Failsafe works different differently depending on the mode the aircraft is in when Failsafe mode is initiated whether it is in the Ready to Fly or Ready to Fly (non non-GPS) mode.

Ready to Fly (non non-GPS) —- Automatic l anding
The flight control system will try to keep the aircraft level during descent and landing. Note that the aircraft may be drifting during the descent and landing process.

Ready to Fly Automatic g go home and land
The flight control system will automatically control the aircraft to fly back to the home point and land.

Home Point
When the aircraft is initializing the Ready to Fly status, the aircraft will record the current GPS coordinates as the home point. It is recommended to lift off only after Ready to Fly status is confirmed for the safety of being able to fly back to home point successfully in case the Fail safe mode is initiated.

Go Home Procedures

1. In a Failsafe situation, if less than 6 GPS satellites are found for more than 20 seconds, the aircraft will descend automatically.
   In Phantom 2 mode, users can set a new home point manually when the aircraft is in “Ready to fly” status as long as a home point has been recorded automatically. Quickly flipping the S2 switch of the remote controller from upper most to lower most positions 5 times or more will reset the current aircraft position as a new home point of PHANTOM 2. When successfully reset, you will see a series of rapid green blinks on the LED Flight Indicator. The definition of “home point” is:

2. The home point is the place PHANTOM 2 returns to when the control signal is lost, which is recorded last time.

3. The home point is used to calculate the horizontal distance between you and the aircraft, the distance will be displayed as if using iOSD module.

Regaining Control during Failsafe Procedure

Low Battery Capacity Warning Function
The low battery capacity warning alerts users when the battery is close to depletion during flight. When it appears, users should promptly fly back and land to avoid accidental damage. The PHANTOM 2 has two levels of low battery capacity warning. The first appears when the battery has less than 30% power and the second appears when it has

1. When battery power drops below 30% and LED indicator will blink red slowly.

2. At lower than 15% the LED indicator will blink red rapidly, the PHANTOM 2 will also begin to descend and land automatically. After it has landed, keep the throttle stick at its lowest point or execute CSC.

3. There is a hidden third low battery threshold in addition to the 1st and 2nd level warnings. This uses 10.65V as its threshold. Both this voltage threshold and the 2nd Level Low Battery Warning will trigger auto-landing.
   Altitude can be maintained if necessary by pushing up on the throttle stick.

4. Remember to fly your PHANTOM 2 back as soon as you see a low battery capacity warning.

5. Keeping the battery contact needles and pads clean is very important. Any dirt and dust may cause a communication failure.

Flight Limits Function
All UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations at ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) and per country airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes height, distance limits.
In Ready to Fly status, height, distance limits works together to restrict the flight. In Ready to Fly (non-GPS) status, only height limit works and the flying height restricted to be not over 120m.

1. The default parameters in the Assistant Software is compliant within the definitions of class G ruled by ICAO. (Refer to Airspace Classification to get more details). As each country has its own rules, make sure to configure the parameters to comply with these rules too, before using the PHANTOM 2.
2. Users in Mainland China can refer to 民用航空空域使用办法.

Max Height & Radius Limits
The Max Height & Radius restricts the flying height and distance. Configuration can be done in the PHANTOM 2 Assistant. Once complete, your aircraft will fly in a restricted cylinder.

1. If the aircraft flies out of the limits, you can still control your aircraft except to fly it further away.
2. If the aircraft is flying out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) status, it will fly back within the limits range automatically if 6 or more GPS satellites have been found.

Flight Limits of Special Areas
Special areas include airports worldwide. All special areas are listed on the DJI official website. Please refer to http://www.dji.com/fly-safe/category- mc for details. These areas have been divided into category A and category B.

Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. Users must toggle the S1 switch to regain control. This is the same as regaining control during Failsafe. Please refer to Regaining Control During Failsafe Procedure (Page23).

1. When flying in the airspace (A/B/C) of restricted special area, LED flight indicators will blink red quickly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which point it will switch back to red blinking.
2. For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers and other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible.

Conditions of Flight Limits

• In different working modes and flight modes, flight limits will differ according to number of GPS satellites found.
• The following table demonstrates all the cases(√: available; ×:unavailable).
• All flights are restricted by height, distance and special areas simultaneously. The Failsafe and Ground Station operations are not restricted to flight limits, but if Ground Station function is used, the flight will be restricted the special area limits built in to Ground Station. Refer to the Ground Station manual for details.

Disclaimer

  * Please ensure that you are kept up to date with International and Domestic airspace rules and regulations before using this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read this fully.
  * You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and content while using this pr oduct, and for any direct or indirect consequences caused by not following this manual, violate or disregard any other applicable local laws, administrative rules and social habits thereof.

Assistant Software Installation and Configuration

Install Installing Driver and PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software

• Install ing and run ning on Windows

1. Download driver installer and Assistant Software installer in EXE format from the download page of PHANTOM 2 on the DJI website.
2. Connect the PHANTOM 2 to a PC via a MicroMicro-USB cable.
3. Run the driver installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.
4. Next, r un the Assistant Software installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.
5. Double click the PHANTOM 2 icon on your Windows desktop to launch the software.  

The i nstaller in EXE format only supports Windows operating systems (Win XP, Win7, Win8 (32 or 64 bit)).

• Install ing and run ning on Mac OS X

1. Download the A ssistant Software installer in DMG format from the download page of PHANTOM 2 on the DJI website.
2. Run the installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.

3. When launching for the first time if use Launchpad to run the PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software, Launchpad won won’t allow access because the software has not been reviewed by Mac App Store.

4. Locate the PHANTOM 2 icon in the Finder, press the Control key and then click the PHANTOM 2 icon (or right right-click the PHANTOM 2 icon using a mouse). Choose Open from the shortcut menu, click open in the prompt dialog box and the then software will launchlaunch.
5. After the first successful launch, directly launching of the software can be achieved by double double-clicking the PHANTOM 2 icon in the Finder or using Launchpad.

Installer in DMG format supports only Mac OS X 10.6 or above.
Usage of PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software on Mac OS X and Windows are exactly the same. The Assistant Software pages appear in other places of this manual are on the Windows for example.

Using the PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software on a PC

1. Start up the PC, power on the PHANTOM 2, then connect the PHANTOM 2 to the PC with a Micro-USB cable. DO NOT disconnect until configuration is finished.

2. Run the PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software and wait for the PHANTOM 2 to connect to the Assistant Software. Observe the indicators on the bottom of the screen. When connected successfully, the connection indicator is and communication indicator is blinking .

3. Choose [Basic] or [Advanced] configuration pages.

4. View and check the current configuration in the [View] page.

5. Users should not enable the Naza-M function before finishing Advanced Flight Maneuvers procedure in the ” PHANTOM Pilot Training Guide”. If the Naza-M mode is enabled, users can switch the control mode between ATTI. Mode, GPS Mode or Manual Mode, and access the advanced settings (e.g. IOC). In addition, the LED located on the rear frame arms will display Naza-M flight status indications instead of the PHANTOM 2’s indicators. Do not enable the Naza-M mode unless you are an experienced user or guided by a professional.

6. You can change to the Phantom 2 mode by clicking the same button used to turn on the Naza-M mode. This operation will disable the Naza-M mode and enable Phantom 2 mode. All parameters will be returned to factory settings.

Firmware upgrade of PHANTOM 2
Please refer to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant Software to install driver and PHANTOM RC Assistant Software, and then follow the procedures below to upgrade the software and firmware; otherwise the PHANTOM 2 might not work properly.

1. An internet connection is required to upgrade PHANTOM 2’s firmware.

2. Click the [Upgrade] icon to check the current firmware version and whether the installed firmware is the latest version. If not, click the relative links to upgrade.

3. Be sure to wait until the Assistant Software shows “finished”. Click OK and power cycle the PHANTOM 2 after 5 seconds. Once completed, the firmware is up to date.

4. DO NOT power off until the upgrade is finished.

5. If the firmware upgrade failed, the main controller will enter a waiting for firmware upgrade status automatically. If this happens, repeat the above procedures.
   Firmware upgradable items:

6. Main Controller

7. P330CB(Main Board)

8. Receiver

9. Gimbal CMU

10. Gimbal IMU

11. Battery

PHANTOM RC Assistant Software Description
Please follow the procedures to finish the configuration of the remote controller.

1. Turn off the remote controller and find the Micro-USB port on the bottom of it.
2. Start up the PC, power on the remote controller, and then Connect the remote controller to the PC with a Micro-USB cable. DO NOT disconnect until the configuration is finished.
3. Run the PHANTOM RC Assistant Software and wait for the remote controller to connect to the Assistant Software. Observe the indicators on the bottom of the screen. When connected successfully, the connection indicator is and communication indicator is blinking .
4. Finish configuration in the [Main] page.
5. Finish upgrade in the [Info] page if necessary.

Main page of the 2.4GHz remote controller

Appendix

Specifications

• Aircraft
  • Operating environment temperature -10℃ to 50℃
  • Power consumption 5.6W
  • Supported Battery DJI Intelligent battery
  • Weight (including the battery) 1000g
  • Take-off Weight ≤1300g
  • Hovering Accuracy (Ready to Fly) Vertical: 0.8m; Horizontal: 2.5m
  • Max Yaw Angular Velocity 200°/s
  • Max Tiltable Angle 35°
  • Max Ascent / Descent Speed Ascent: 6m/s; Descent: 3m/s
  • Max Flight Speed 15m/s (Not Recommended)
  • Wheelbase 350mm
• 2.4GHz Remote Controller
  • Operating Frequency 2.4GHz ISM
  • Communication Distance (open area) 1000m
  • Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER) -97dBm
  • Working Current/Voltage 100 mA@6V
  • Battery 4 AA Batteries
• DJI Intelligent Battery
  • Type 3S LiPo Battery
  • Capacity 5200mAh, 11.1V
  • Charging Environment Range 0℃ to 40℃
  • Discharging Environment Range -20℃ to 50℃

LED Flight Indicators Description

References

• Airspace class - Wikipedia
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• DJI - Official Website
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