DJI Mini 3 Pro Tutorial
First Use
Unboxing
Open the box and remove DJI Mini 3 Pro
and its accessories
Downloading the App
You can scan the QR code on the official DJI website
or on the package to download and install the DJI Fly App
Remove the control sticks from the storage slots
at the bottom of the controller and attach the control sticks
Extend the mobile device clamp and you will find the RC cable
The cable on the right with an RC icon
should connect with the remote controller
The other end on the left
should be used to connect your smartphone
Take out the connector from the left and unwind it to the right
Place your smartphone inside the clamp
with the charging port on the right side
.
Tighten the clamp
making sure everything is secure
and then connect the RC cable to your smartphone
The RC cable that comes in the box is a lightning cable
There are more connector options in the accessory kit
Introducing DJI RC
Press the remote controller power button once
and then again and hold for about two seconds
to turn the remote controller on or off
select a language
a.
tap Next to continue
and select the time zone date and time
After successfully logging in
an activation prompt will appear on the screen
Tap to activate
Successful activation will
result in a notice on the screen
It is advisable to insert an SD card when using DJI RC
Preparing the Aircraft
Remove the gimbal cover and unfold the drone’s arms
When using the battery for the first time
connect the USB-C port at the rear of the aircraft
directly to the battery charger
until the battery indicators are on
which means the battery has been successfully activated
If the battery level is
at approximately 50% or below
we suggest charging it up to 75% or above first
Activating and Updating
Turn on the aircraft and remote controller
and launch DJI Fly
A prompt will appear in the top left
of the screen if a firmware update is available
Tap it to enter the update screen
Tap Start Update to update the aircraft and remote controller
to the latest firmware version at the same time
Preparing for Flight
Before takeoff remove the gimbal cover
check if the SD card has been inserted
and that the propellers and batteries securely installed
Then place DJI Mini 3 Pro on level ground Then place DJI Mini 3 Pro on level ground
ensuring that the aircraft is facing outward
with the rear facing you
Before takeoff set the remote controller in the Normal gear
Tap Safety
and set Obstacle Avoidance Action to Bypass or Brake
and set the RTH height higher
than the tallest building or nearby object
Flying Basics
Before flying choose an open obstacle-free area
Tap the Take Off icon on the left
and press and hold the prompt icon
to enable Auto Takeoff
After takeoff
the icon will change to Auto Landing
Tap the Auto Landing icon in the left
and hold to make the aircraft land automatically
To take off manually
using Mode 2 as an example
pull both sticks all the way to the bottom of the controller
and then push inwards or outwards
When the propellers start to rotate
gently push the left control stick up
to manually take off
The left control stick is for adjusting
the aircraft’s altitude and orientation
The right control stick allows the aircraft to move forward
backward and to the left and right
After you start the motors
if the aircraft has not taken off
push down the left stick to stop the motors
If the aircraft has taken off
push down the left stick to land
Press the Flight Pause and RTH Button
on the remote controller to make the aircraft brake and hover
You can view the flight distance and speed in the bottom left corner of the app
Keep the RC antennas facing the drone
during flight for optimal transmission
When the GPS signal is weak
the compass encounters interference
or ambient light is not adequate for visual positioning
the aircraft will enter Attitude mode
and cannot hover or auto-brake
To avoid accidents
please land in a safe location as soon as possible
Taking Photos and Videos
Locate the button on the top right corner of the remote controller
Press halfway to activate autofocus
and press all the way down once to take a photo
The Record button is located in the top left corner of the remote controller
Press to start recording
and press again to stop
You can also adjust the gimbal pitch and control the camera
by using the gimbal dial on the left side
You can use the dial on the rightside
to adjust camera zoom
Tap the Portrait button on the app interface
to enter Portrait mode
Enter the camera parameter settings in the bottom right of the DJI Fly app
to adjust other camera parameters
.
Tap the Playback icon on the bottom right
to view and download your footage shot
Smart RTH
Tap the RTH icon on the
left side of the screen and hold
or press the RTH button on the
remote controller and hold to initiate RTH
When the aircraft determines that the current battery level
is only sufficient for performing RTH
a prompt will appear on the DJI Fly app
confirming whether to initiate RTH
When the current battery level is only sufficient for landing
the aircraft will initiate Force Landing
The pilot can slow down the landing speed by pushing the throttle stick upward
and move the aircraft horizontally
When the aircraft is disconnected from the remote controller
the aircraft will perform Smart RTH by default
Storage
Fold the aircraft arms
and attach the gimbal cover
Stow the propeller of the front arm at the center of the aircraft’s bottom
Avoid applying excessive force on the propeller during storage
Before takeoff check if the flight environment meets all requirements
and set the RTH altitude
Don’t forget to check if the propellers and battery
have all been installed securely
Please note that the obstacle sensing system
does not work in low-light environments
or during night flight
Always fly safely
The remote controller is already linked to the aircraft
when purchased together as a combo
Otherwise follow the steps below
to link the remote controller and the aircraft
after activation
Tap Linking Guide in the bottom right of the DJI Fly app
and follow the instructions to link the aircraft and controller
The remote controller is ready for linking when it beeps
and its battery level indicator shows a moving icon
Press and hold the aircraft battery switch
for about four seconds
and release it after hearing an indicator tone
The power indicator light will show a moving icon
which means the linking process has begun
The linking is successful
after the remote controller tone stops
the remote controller battery level indicator
and the aircraft power indicator stop showing moving icon
returning to their power display mode
and the app displays the image transmission screen
Download to Mobile Device
Method 1
Power on the aircraft
Turn on the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your mobile device
and enable the Location feature
on your Android phone
Launch the DJI Fly app
and an aircraft connecting prompt will automatically pop up
Tap Connect to access
and download from the aircraft album
Method 2
When the aircraft is connected to the mobile device via
the remote controller
and the aircraft is not in flight
turn on the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth of the mobile device
and enable the Location feature on your Android phone
Connect the mobile device and the aircraft via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
and enter the Playback Album
Tap the Download to Mobile Device icon in the upper right
to access and download from the Aircraft Album
Attaching the Propellers
DJI Mini 3 Pro has two different
types of motors A/B
and propellers A/B that pair up
Any propeller that is deformed
corroded or with loose screws should be replaced
When changing a propeller use the Phillips screwdriver
and the screws provided in the box
Thank you for watching DJI Mini 3 Pro tutorial
Enjoy your flight!