DJI Mavic 3 User Manual v1.0 Eni
DJI Mavic 3 User Manual v1.0 Eni
DJI Mavic 3 User Manual v1.0 Eni
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Video Tutorials
Go to the address below or scan the QR code to watch the DJI Mavic 3 tutorial videos, which
demonstrate how to use the Mavic 3 safely:
DJI Mavic 3 Cine includes the DJI RC Pro remote controller, which has the DJI Fly app already
installed. DJI Mavic 3 includes the DJI RC-N1 remote controller and users are required to download
DJI Fly to their mobile device.
The Android version of DJI Fly is compatible with Android v6.0 and later. The iOS version of DJI Fly is
compatible with iOS v11.0 and later.
* For increased safety, flight is restricted to a height of 98.4 ft (30 m) and range of 164 ft (50 m) when not
connected or logged into the app during flight. This applies to DJI Fly and all apps compatible with DJI aircraft.
The operating temperature of this product is -10° to 40° C. It does not meet the standard operating
temperature for military grade application (-55° to 125° C), which is required to endure greater
environmental variability. Operate the product appropriately and only for applications that it meets the
operating temperature range requirements of that grade.
Legend 2
Video Tutorials 2
Product Profile 6
Introduction 6
Diagram 9
Aircraft 14
Flight Modes 14
Return to Home 16
Flight Recorder 22
Propellers 23
Remote Controller 32
DJI RC Pro 32
RC-N1 40
Home 46
Camera View 47
Pre-Flight Checklist 53
Auto Takeoff/Landing 54
Flight Test 55
Appendix 57
Specifications 57
Firmware Update 62
After-Sales Information 62
Feature Highlights
Gimbal and Camera: DJI Mavic 3 uses a 4/3-in CMOS sensor Hasselblad L2D-20c camera, capable
of shooting 20MP photos and 5.1K 50fps/DCI 4K 120fps Apple ProRes 422 HQ* and H.264/H.265
videos. The camera has an adjustable aperture of f/2.8 to f/11, a dynamic range of 12.8 stops, and
supports 10-bit D-Log video. The tele camera helps users to capture at up to 28x zoom using Explore
mode.
Video Transmission: With four built-in antennas and DJI’s long-range transmission O3+ technology, DJI
Mavic 3 offers a maximum transmission range of 15 km and video quality at up to 1080p 60fps from
the aircraft to the DJI Fly app. The remote controller works at both 2.4 and 5.8 GHz, and is capable of
selecting the best transmission channel automatically.
Intelligent Flight Modes: The user can focus on operating the aircraft while the Advanced Pilot
Assistance System 5.0 (APAS 5.0) helps the aircraft to avoid obstacles in all directions.
* Only the DJI Mavic 3 Cine aircraft comes with a built-in 1TB SSD, which supports the recording and storing
of Apple ProRes 422 HQ video. Otherwise, the features and functions described in this user manual apply to
both the DJI Mavic 3 and DJI Mavic 3 Cine aircraft.
The maximum flight time was tested in an environment without wind while flying at a consistent flight
speed of 20.1 mph (32.4 kph). The maximum flight speed was tested at sea level altitude without
wind. Note that the maximum flight speed is limited to 42 mph (68.4 kph) in the European Union (EU).
These value are for reference only.
The remote controller reaches its maximum transmission distance (FCC) in a wide-open area with
no electromagnetic interference at an altitude of about 400 ft (120 m). The maximum transmission
distance refers to the maximum distance that the aircraft can still send and receive transmissions. It
does not refer to the maximum distance the aircraft can fly in a single flight. The maximum runtime
was tested in a laboratory environment and without charging the mobile device. This value is for
reference only.
5.8 GHz is not supported in some regions. Observe the local laws and regulations.
2. All Intelligent Flight Batteries are in hibernation mode before delivery to ensure safety. Use the
provided charger to charge and activate the Intelligent Flight Batteries for the first time. It takes
approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes to fully charge an Intelligent Flight Battery.
3. Unfold the front arms, followed by the rear arms, and then the propeller blades.
Make sure to unfold the front arms before unfolding the rear arms.
Make sure the storage cover is removed and all arms are unfolded before powering on the aircraft.
Otherwise, it may affect the aircraft self-diagnostics.
Attach the storage cover when the aircraft is not in use.
2. Remove the control sticks from the storage slots on the remote controller and screw them into place.
3. Unfold the antennas.
4. The remote controller needs to be activated before using for the first time and an internet connection
is required for activation. Press and then press and hold the power button to power on the remote
controller. Follow the on-screen prompts to activate the remote controller.
Follow the steps below to prepare the DJI RC-N1 remote controller for DJI Mavic 3.
1. Remove the control sticks from their storage slots on the remote controller and screw them into
place.
2. Pull out the mobile device holder. Choose an appropriate remote controller cable based on the type
of mobile device. A Lightning connector cable, Micro USB cable, and USB-C cable are included in
the packaging. Connect the end of the cable with the phone icon to your mobile device. Make sure
the mobile device is secured.
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1 1 1
If a USB connection prompt appears when using an Android mobile device, select the option to
charge only. Otherwise, it may fail to connect.
Updating Firmware
A prompt will appear in DJI Fly when new firmware is available. It is recommended to update the
firmware whenever prompted to do so in order to ensure the best possible user experience.
Diagram
Aircraft
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7
8
6
A 1 2
B
3
10 4 5 9
16 11
17
13
14
12 15
DJI RC Pro
1
3 4
2 8
9 14 19
5 6 7 15 18
16 17
10
11 12 13
25 23. Speaker
Outputs sound.
24. Customizable C2 Button
Press once to turn the Auxiliary Bottom Light
on or off. The function can be set in DJI Fly.
20. Air Vent 25. Air Intake
Used for heat dissipation. Do not block the Used for heat dissipation. DO NOT cover the
air vent during usage. air intake during use.
RC-N1
10
9
6 13 14
8
5
2 7
3 15
1
4
11
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Flight Modes
DJI Mavic 3 has three flight modes, plus a fourth flight mode that the aircraft switches to in certain
scenarios. Flight modes can be switched via the Flight Mode switch on the remote controller.
Normal Mode: The aircraft utilizes GNSS and the Forward, Backward, Lateral, Upward, and Downward
Vision Systems and Infrared Sensing System to locate and stabilize itself. When the GNSS signal is
strong, the aircraft uses GNSS to locate and stabilize itself. When the GNSS is weak but the lighting and
other environment conditions are sufficient, the aircraft uses the vision systems to locate and stabilize
itself. When the Forward, Backward, Lateral, Upward, and Downward Vision Systems are enabled and
lighting and other environment conditions are sufficient, the maximum flight altitude angle is 30° and the
maximum flight speed is 15 m/s.
Sport Mode: In Sport Mode, the aircraft uses GNSS for positioning and the aircraft responses are
optimized for agility and speed making it more responsive to control stick movements. Note that
obstacle sensing is disabled and the maximum flight speed is 21 m/s (19 m/s when flying in the EU).
Cine Mode: Cine mode is based on Normal mode and the flight speed is limited, making the aircraft
more stable during shooting.
The aircraft automatically changes to Attitude (ATTI) mode when the Vision Systems are unavailable or
disabled and when the GNSS signal is weak or the compass experiences interference. In ATTI mode,
the aircraft may be more easily affected by its surroundings. Environmental factors such as wind can
result in horizontal shifting, which may present hazards, especially when flying in confined spaces.
The Forward, Backward, Lateral, and Upward Vision Systems are disabled in Sport mode, which
means the aircraft cannot sense obstacles on its route automatically.
The maximum speed and braking distance of the aircraft significantly increase in Sport mode. A
minimum braking distance of 30 m is required in windless conditions.
A minimum braking distance of 10 m is required in windless conditions while the aircraft is ascending
and descending.
The responsiveness of the aircraft significantly increases in Sport mode, which means a small control
stick movement on the remote controller translates into the aircraft moving a large distance. Make
sure to maintain adequate maneuvering space during flight.
Front LED
When the aircraft is powered on but the motors are not running, the front LEDs glow solid red to
display the orientation of the aircraft.
When the aircraft is powered on but the motors are not running, the aircraft status indicators display
the status of the flight control system. Refer to the table below for more information about the aircraft
status indicators.
After the motor starts, the front LEDs blink red and green alternately and the aircraft status indicators
blink green.
To obtain better footage, the front LEDs turn off automatically when shooting if the front LEDs are
set to auto in DJI Fly. Lighting requirements vary depending on region. Observe local laws and
regulations.
Return to Home
Return to Home (RTH) returns the aircraft to the last recorded Home Point when the positioning system
is functioning normally. There are three types of RTH: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH.
The aircraft automatically flies back to the Home Point and lands when Smart RTH is initiated, the
aircraft enters Low Battery RTH, or the video link signal is lost during flight.
GNSS Description
The default Home Point is the first location where the aircraft received a
strong to moderately strong GNSS signal where the icon is white. The Home
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Point can be updated before takeoff as long as the aircraft receives a strong
Point
to moderately strong GNSS. If the GNSS signal is weak then the Home Point
cannot be updated.
Smart RTH
If the GNSS signal is sufficient, Smart RTH can be used to bring the aircraft back to the Home Point.
Smart RTH is initiated either by tapping in DJI Fly or by pressing and holding the RTH button on the
remote controller until it beeps. Exit Smart RTH by tapping in DJI Fly or by pressing the RTH button
on the remote controller.
Advanced RTH
Advanced RTH is enabled if the lighting is sufficient and the environment is suitable for vision systems
when Smart RTH triggered. The aircraft will automatically plan the best RTH path, which will be
displayed in DJI Fly and will adjust according to the environment.
During Advanced RTH, the aircraft will ignore the preset RTH altitude in DJI Fly and instead will
automatically adjust the flight speed and altitude according the environment (wind speed and
direction, obstacles, transmission signals).
Advanced RTH will not be available if the lighting condition and environment were not suitable for
vision systems during takeoff or RTH.
During Advanced RTH, the aircraft will enter Straight Line RTH if the lighting condition and
environment was not suitable for vision systems and the aircraft cannot avoid obstacles. An
appropriate RTH altitude must be set before entering RTH.
When the remote controller signal is normal during Advanced RTH, the pitch stick can be used to
control the flight speed but the orientation and altitude cannot be controlled and the aircraft cannot
be flown left or right. Acceleration uses more power. The aircraft cannot avoid obstacles if the flight
speed exceeds the effective sensing speed. The aircraft will brake and hover in place and exit from
RTH if the pitch stick is pulled all the way down. The aircraft can be controlled after the pitch stick is
released.
When ascending in Straight Line RTH, the aircraft will stop ascending and exit from RTH if the throttle
stick is pulled all the way down. The aircraft can be controlled after the throttle stick is released. When
flying forward in Straight Line RTH, the aircraft will brake and hover in place and exit from RTH if the
pitch stick is pulled all the way down. The aircraft can be controlled after the pitch stick is released.
If the aircraft reaches the max altitude while it is ascending during RTH, the aircraft stops and returns
to the Home Point at the current altitude.
The aircraft will hover in place if it reaches the max altitude while it is ascending after detecting
obstacles in front.
During Straight Line RTH, the speed and altitude of the aircraft can be controlled using the remote
controller if the remote controller signal is normal. The orientation of the aircraft and the direction of
flight, however, cannot be controlled. The aircraft cannot avoid obstacles if the pitch stick is used to
accelerate and the flight speed exceeds the effective sensing speed.
and flight speed. A warning prompt will appear in DJI Fly when the battery level is low and the aircraft
can only support Low Battery RTH.
The user can cancel RTH by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. If RTH is cancelled
following a low battery level warning, the Intelligent Flight Battery may not have enough power for the
aircraft to land safely, which may lead to the aircraft crashing or being lost.
The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough
to descend from its current altitude. Auto landing cannot be canceled but the remote controller can be
used to alter the direction and the speed of descent of the aircraft during landing. The throttle stick can
be used to increase the ascent speed by 1 m/s if there is sufficient power. The throttle stick cannot be
used to increase the ascent speed and the aircraft will land if there is no power left.
During auto landing, find an appropriate place to land the aircraft as soon as possible. The aircraft will
fall if there is no power remaining.
Failsafe RTH
If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH
automatically activates after the remote controller signal is lost for more than six seconds. Note that the
action the aircraft performs when the remote controller is lost must be set to Return to Home in DJI Fly.
When the lighting is sufficient and the vision systems are working normally, DJI Fly will display the
RTH path that was generated by the aircraft before the remote controller signal was lost. The aircraft
will return to the Home Point on the best possible path according to the environment. The aircraft will
remain in RTH even if the remote controller signal is restored.
When the lighting is not sufficient and the vision systems are not available, the aircraft will enter Original
Route RTH.
Landing Protection
Landing Protection will activate during Smart RTH. When aircraft begins landing, Landing Protection is
enabled.
1. During Landing Protection, the aircraft will automatically detect and carefully land on suitable ground.
2. If the ground is determined unsuitable for landing, the aircraft will hover and wait for pilot
confirmation.
3. If Landing Protection is not operational, DJI Fly will display a landing prompt when the aircraft
descends below 0.5 m. Pull down on the throttle stick or use the auto landing slider to land.
Precision Landing
The aircraft automatically scans and attempts to match the terrain features below during RTH. The
aircraft will land when the current terrain matches the Home Point. A prompt will appear in DJI Fly if the
terrain match fails.
Horizontal Omnidirectional
Infrared Sensing System Vision System
Auxiliary Bottom Light
Downward Vision System
Detection Range
Forward Vision System
Precision Measurement Range: 0.5-20 m; FOV: 90° (horizontal), 103° (vertical)
Backward Vision System
Precision Measurement Range: 0.5-16 m; FOV: 90° (horizontal), 103° (vertical)
Lateral Vision System
Precision Measurement Range: 0.5-25 m; FOV: 90° (horizontal), 85° (vertical)
Upward Vision System
Precision Measurement Range: 0.2-10 m; FOV: 100° (front and back), 90° (left and right)
Downward Vision System
Precision Measurement Range: 0.3-18 m; FOV: 130° (front and back), 160° (left and right). The
Downward Vision System works best when the aircraft is at an altitude of 0.5 to 30 m.
0.5-20 m
0.5-25 m
103° 103°
85° 85°
90° 90°
90° 90° 130° 130° 160°
0.5-16 m 0.5-30 m
Vision Systems have limited ability to sense and avoid obstacles, and the performance may be
affected by the surrounding environment. Make sure to maintain visual line of sight with the aircraft
and pay attention to prompts in DJI Fly.
The Downward Vision Systems work best when the aircraft is at an altitude from 0.5 to 30 m if there
is no GNSS available. Extra caution is required if the altitude of the aircraft is above 30 m as the
Vision Systems may be affected.
The Auxiliary Bottom Light can be set in DJI Fly. If set to Auto, it is automatically enabled when the
environment light is too weak. Note that the Vision System cameras performance may be affected
when the Auxiliary Bottom Light is enabled. Fly with caution if the GNSS signal is weak.
The Vision Systems may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water or snow-covered
areas. Aircraft may not be able to land properly over water. Make sure to maintain visual line of sight
with the aircraft and pay attention to prompts in DJI Fly.
The Vision Systems cannot work properly over surfaces that do not have clear pattern variations. The
Vision Systems cannot work properly in any of the following situations. Operate the aircraft cautiously.
a. Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g., pure black, pure white, pure green).
b. Flying over highly reflective surfaces.
c. Flying over water or transparent surfaces.
d. Flying over moving surfaces or objects.
e. Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically.
f. Flying over extremely dark (< 10 lux) or bright (> 40,000 lux) surfaces.
g. Flying over surfaces that strongly reflect or absorb infrared waves (e.g., mirrors).
h. Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture.
i. Flying over surfaces with repeating identical patterns or textures (e.g., tiles with the same design).
j. Flying over obstacles with small surface areas (e.g., tree branches).
Keep the sensors clean at all times. DO NOT tamper with the sensors. DO NOT use the aircraft in
dusty or humid environments.
Vision System cameras may need to be calibrated after being stored for an extended period. A
prompt will appear in DJI Fly and calibration will be performed automatically.
DO NOT fly when it is raining, foggy, or if there is no clear sight.
Check the following before each takeoff:
a. Make sure there are no stickers or any other obstructions over the Infrared Sensing and Vision Systems.
b. If there is any dirt, dust, or water on the Infrared Sensing and Vision Systems, clean it with a soft
cloth. Do not use any cleanser that contains alcohol.
c. Contact DJI Support if there is any damage to the glass of the Infrared Sensing and Vision Systems.
DO NOT obstruct the Infrared Sensing System.
Make sure you use APAS when the vision systems are available. Make sure there are no people,
animals, objects with small surface areas (such as tree branches), or objects with transparent
surfaces (such as glass or water) along the flight path.
Make sure you use APAS when the Downward Vision System is available or the GNSS signal is
strong. APAS may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water or snow-covered areas.
Be extra cautious when flying in extremely dark (<300 lux) or bright (>10,000 lux) environments.
Pay attention to DJI Fly and make sure APAS is working normally.
APAS may not function properly when the aircraft is flying near flight limits or in a GEO zone.
Flight Recorder
Flight data including flight telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters are automatically
saved to the internal data recorder of the aircraft. The data can be accessed using DJI Assistant 2
(Consumer Drones Series).
Propellers
There are two types of DJI Mavic 3 Low-Noise Quick Release Propellers, which are designed to spin in
different directions. Marks are used to indicate which propellers should be attached to which motors.
Make sure to match the propeller and motor following the instructions.
B A
A B
Battery Features
1. Battery Level Display: The LED indicators display the current battery level.
2. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to 96% of the
battery level when it is idle for three days, and automatically discharges to 60% of the battery level
when it is idle for nine days. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during
the discharging process.
3. Balanced Charging: During charging, the voltages of the battery cells are automatically balanced.
4. Overcharge Protection: The battery stops charging automatically once fully charged.
5. Temperature Detection: In order to protect itself, the battery only charges when the temperature is
between 5° and 40° C (41° and 104° F).
6. Overcurrent Protection: The battery stops charging if an excess current is detected.
7. Over-Discharge Protection: Discharging stops automatically to prevent excess discharge when the
battery is not in use. Over-discharge protection is not enabled when the battery is in use.
8. Short Circuit Protection: The power supply is automatically cut if a short circuit is detected.
9. Battery Cell Damage Protection: DJI Fly displays a warning prompt when a damaged battery cell is
detected.
10. Hibernation Mode: The battery switches off after 20 minutes of inactivity to save power. If the
battery level is less than 5%, the battery enters Hibernation mode to prevent over-discharge after
being idle for six hours. In Hibernation mode, the battery level indicators do not illuminate. Charge
the battery to wake it from hibernation.
11. Communication: Information about the voltage, capacity, and current of the battery is transmitted
to the aircraft.
Refer to the Safety Guidelines and the battery sticker before use. Users take full responsibility for all
operations and usage.
LED1
LED2
LED3 Power Button
LED4
Powering On/Off
Press the power button once, then press again, and hold for two seconds to power the battery on or
off. The battery level LEDs display the battery level when the aircraft is powered on.
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Usage
1. Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery port. Connect the charging hub to a power outlet
(100-240 V, 50-60 Hz) using the DJI 65W Portable Charger.
2. The Intelligent Flight Battery with the highest power level will be charged first and then the rest will be
charged in sequence according to their power levels. Refer to the Status LED Indicator Descriptions
section for more information about the blinking patterns of the status LED indicator. The Intelligent
Flight Battery can be disconnected from the charging hub when charging is complete.
It is recommended to use a DJI 65W Portable Charger or DJI Mavic 3 Car Charger when using the
Mavic 3 Battery Charging Hub to charge Mavic 3 Intelligent Flight Batteries.
The charging hub is only compatible with BWX260-5000-15.4 Intelligent Flight Batteries. DO NOT
attempt to use the charging hub with other battery models.
Place the charging hub on a flat and stable surface when in use. Make sure the device is properly
insulated to prevent fire hazards.
DO NOT attempt to touch the metal terminals on the product.
Clean the metal terminals with a clean, dry cloth if there is any noticeable buildup.
DO NOT charge an Intelligent Flight Battery immediately after flight as the temperature may be too
high. Wait until it cools down to room temperature before charging again.
The charger stops charging the battery if the battery cell temperature is not within the operating
range of 5° to 40° C (41° to 104° F). The ideal charging temperature is 22° to 28° C (71.6° to 82.4° F).
Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain battery health.
DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers.
It is recommended to discharge the Intelligent Flight Batteries to 30% or lower before transportation.
This can be done by flying the aircraft outdoors until there is less than 30% charge left.
If the battery protection mechanisms activate, in order to resume charging it is necessary to unplug
the battery from the charger and plug it in again. If the charging temperature is abnormal, wait for the
charging temperature to return to normal, and the battery will automatically resume charging without
requiring to unplug and plug in the charger again.
Click
35°
0°
-90°
Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt of the camera. Alternatively, enter the
camera view in DJI Fly. Press the screen until an adjustment bar appears and drag up and down to
control the tilt of the camera.
Do not tap or knock the gimbal when the aircraft is powered on. To protect the gimbal during takeoff,
take off from open and flat ground.
Precision elements in the gimbal may be damaged in a collision or impact, which may cause the
gimbal to function abnormally.
Avoid getting dust or sand on the gimbal, especially in the gimbal motors.
A gimbal motor may enter protection mode in the following situations:
a. The aircraft is on uneven ground or the gimbal is obstructed.
b. The gimbal experiences excessive external force, such as during a collision.
DO NOT apply external force to the gimbal after the gimbal is powered on. DO NOT add any extra
payload to the gimbal as this may cause the gimbal to function abnormally or even lead to permanent
motor damage.
Make sure to remove the storage cover before powering on the aircraft. Also, make sure to mount
the storage cover when the aircraft is not in use.
Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbal
recovers full functionality once it is dry.
The gimbal lock function works normally when the operating temperature is -10° to 40° C (14° to
104° F). It may malfunction outside this temperature range and a prompt will appear in DJI Fly if this
occurs. If the gimbal lock malfunctions when attempting to unlock the gimbal, users can adjust the
gimbal axes manually to unlock the gimbal. It is not recommended to manually adjust the gimbal
axes unless necessary.
If the gimbal lock malfunctions, it will resume normal operation once the operating temperature is
-10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F).
It is normal for the gimbal to unlock if it is impacted in any way. Restart the aircraft to lock the gimbal again.
It is normal for the gimbal to vibrate slightly after it is locked.
Camera Profile
DJI Mavic 3 uses a 4/3-in CMOS sensor Hasselblad L2D-20c camera, which can take 20MP photos
and record at 5.1K 50fps/DCI 4K 120fps Apple ProRes 422 HQ and H.264/H.265 format videos. The
camera also supports 10-bit D-Log video, has an adjustable aperture of f/2.8 to f/11, and can shoot
from 1 m to infinity.
The tele camera boasts a 1/2-in CMOS sensor, capable of shooting 12MP photos with an aperture of
f/4.4 and shooting from 3 m to infinity. When in Explore mode, the tele camera can zoom at 28x.
Make sure the temperature and humidity is suitable for the camera during usage and storage.
Use a lens cleanser to clean the lens to avoid damage.
DO NOT block any ventilation holes on the camera as the heat generated may damage the device
and hurt the user.
Do not remove the microSD card from the aircraft while it is powered on. Otherwise, the microSD
card may be damaged.
To ensure the stability of the camera system, single video recordings are limited to 30 minutes.
Check camera settings before use to ensure they are configured as desired.
Before shooting important photos or videos, shoot a few images to test the camera is operating
correctly.
Photos or videos cannot be transmitted or copied from the camera if the aircraft is powered off.
Make sure to power off the aircraft correctly. Otherwise, your camera parameters will not be saved
and any recorded videos may be damaged. DJI is not responsible for any failure of an image or video
to be recorded or having been recorded in a way that is not machine-readable.
recording.
Camera Control Dial: Use to adjust the zoom.
Gimbal Dial: Use to adjust the tilt of the gimbal.
Mode 1
Down
Backward
Left Right
Down
Backward
Left Right
Turn Left Turn Right
Mode 3
Left Stick Forward Right Stick
Up
Down
Backward
Left Right
Turn Left Turn Right
Remote Aircraft
Controller Remarks
(Mode 2) ( Indicates Nose Direction)
RTH Button
Press and hold the RTH button until the remote controller beeps to start RTH. Press this button again to
cancel RTH and regain control of the aircraft. Refer to the Return to Home section for more information
about RTH.
Customizable Buttons
Including C1, C2, and the 5D button. Go to System Settings in DJI Fly and select Control to customize
the function of the button.
Combination Buttons
Back + Gimbal Dial: Adjust Brightness
Back + Camera Control Dial: Adjust Volume
Back + Record Button: Record Screen
Back + Shutter Button: Screenshot
Back + 5D Button: Up - Home, Down - Shortcut Settings, Left - Recent
Status LED
Do not use other wireless devices operating at the same frequency as the remote controller.
Otherwise, the remote controller will experience interference.
A prompt will be received in DJI Fly if the transmission signal is weak during flight. Adjust the
antennas to make sure that the aircraft is in the optimal transmission range.
Method 1:
1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft.
2. Press the C1, C2, and record button simultaneously until the status LED blinks blue and the remote
controller beeps.
3. Press and hold the power button of the aircraft for more than four seconds. The aircraft beeps once
to indicate it is ready to link. The aircraft beeps twice to indicate linking is successful. The battery
level LEDs of the remote controller will glow solid.
Method 2:
1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft.
2. Launch DJI Fly.
3. In camera view, tap and select Control and Pair to Aircraft (Link).
4. Press and hold the power button of the aircraft for more than four seconds. The aircraft beeps once
indicating it is ready to link. The aircraft beeps twice indicating linking is successful. The battery level
LEDs of the remote controller will glow solid.
Touchscreen Operations
Home
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The top of the touchscreen displays the time, Wi-Fi signal, and battery level of the remote controller.
Some apps are already installed by default such as DJI Fly, Gallery, Files, Firefox, Settings, and Guide.
Settings includes network, display, voice, and Bluetooth configurations. Users can quickly learn about
the features under Guide.
Operations
Slide from the left or right to the Slide up from the bottom of the
center of the screen to return to screen to return to the home
the previous screen. screen.
Slide up and right from the bottom Slide up from the bottom of the
of the home screen to access screen to access the recently
recently opened apps when on opened apps when not on the
the home screen. home screen.
Quick Settings
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1. Notifications
Tap to check system notifications.
2. Recent
Tap to check recently opened apps.
3. Home
Tap to return to the home screen.
4. System Settings
Tap to access system settings.
5. Shortcuts
: Tap to enable or disable Wi-Fi. Hold to enter settings and connect to or add a Wi-Fi network.
: Tap to enable or disable Bluetooth. Hold to enter settings and connect with nearby Bluetooth
devices.
: Tap to enable Do Not Disturb mode. In this mode, system prompts will be disabled.
: Tap to start recording the screen. While recording, the screen displays the recording time. Tap
Stop to stop recording.
: Tap to screenshot the screen.
: Mobile data.
: Tap to enable Airplane mode. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile data will be disabled.
6. Adjusting Brightness
: The screen is in auto brightness mode when the icon is highlighted. Tap this icon or slide the bar
and the icon will switch to manual brightness mode.
7. Adjusting Volume
Slide the bar to adjust the volume and tap to mute.
Advanced Feature
Calibrating the Compass
The compass may need to be calibrated after the remote controller is used in areas with electromagnetic
interference. A warning prompt will appear if the compass of the remote controller requires calibration.
Tap the warning prompt to start calibrating. In other cases, follow the steps below to calibrate your
remote controller.
1. Enter the home screen.
2. Select Settings, scroll down, and tap Compass.
3. Follow the diagram on the screen to calibrate your remote controller.
4. The user will receive a prompt when the calibration is successful.
HDMI Settings
The touchscreen can be shared to a display after connecting the HDMI port of the remote controller.
The resolution can be set by entering Settings, Display, and then Advanced HDMI.
RC-N1
Built into the remote controller is DJI'S long-range tranmission OcuSync 2.0 technology, offering a
maximum transmission range of 15 km and displaying video from the aircraft to DJI Fly on a mobile
device at up to 1080p 60fps (depending on phone type). The aircraft and camera are easy to control
using the onboard buttons and the detachable control sticks make the remote controller easier to store.
In a wide-open area with no electromagnetic interference, the aircraft uses O3+ and the remote
controller uses OcuSync 2.0 to smoothly transmit video links at up to 1080p 60fps (depending on
phone type). The remote controller works at both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz, automatically selecting the best
transmission channel.
The built-in battery has a capacity of 5200 mAh and energy of 18.72 Wh and a maximum run time of
6 hours. The remote controller charges the mobile device with a charging ability of 500 mA@5 V. The
remote controller automatically charges Android devices. For iOS devices, first make sure that charging
is enabled in DJI Fly. Charging for iOS devices is disabled by default and needs to be enabled each time
the remote controller is powered on.
Mode 1
Down
Backward
Left Right
Down
Backward
Left Right
Turn Left Turn Right
Mode 3
Left Stick Forward Right Stick
Up
Down
Backward
Left Right
Turn Left Turn Right
Remote Aircraft
Controller Remarks
(Mode 2) ( Indicates Nose Direction)
Customizable Button
Go to System Settings in DJI Fly and select Control to customize the function of the button. Functions
include recentering the gimbal, switching the auxiliary LED, and toggling the map and live view.
Weak Weak
DJI Fly
App
Strong
Make sure the remote controller is within 0.5 m of the aircraft during linking.
The remote controller will automatically unlink from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to
the same aircraft.
Fully charge the remote controller before each flight. The remote controller sounds an alert when the
battery level is low.
If the remote controller is powered on and not in use for five minutes, an alert will sound. After 6
minutes, the aircraft automatically powers off. Move the control sticks or press any button to cancel
the alert.
Adjust the mobile device holder to ensure the mobile device is secure.
Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain battery health.
Fly Spots
View or share nearby suitable flight and shooting locations, learn more about GEO zones, and preview
aerial photos of different locations taken by other users.
Academy
Tap the icon in the top right corner to enter Academy. Product tutorials, flight tips, flight safety, and
manual documents can be viewed here.
Album
Allows you to view photos and videos from DJI Fly and mobile device. Create contains Templates and
Pro. Templates provides auto edit feature for imported footage. Pro allows you to edit the footage
manually.
SkyPixel
Enter SkyPixel to view videos and photos shared by users.
Profile
View the account information, flight records, DJI forum, online store, Find My Drone feature, and other
settings.
Camera View
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18 N Mode In-Flight 24 17 RC
80 20
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9
17 1x 10
AF
11
16 15 14 13 12
1. Flight Mode
N : Displays the current flight mode.
3. Battery Information
80 24'17" : Displays the current battery level and remaining flight time. Tap to view more information about
the battery.
6. GNSS Status
20 : Displays the current GNSS signal strength. Tap to check the GNSS signal status. The Home Point
can be updated when the icon is white, which indicates the GNSS signal is strong.
7. System Settings
: Tap to view information about safety, control, and transmission.
Safety
Flight Assistance: Upward, Forward, Backward, and the Lateral vision systems are enabled after setting
Obstacle Avoidance to Bypass or Brake. The aircraft cannot sense obstacles if Obstacle Avoidance is
disabled.
Radar Map Display: When enabled, the real-time obstacle detection radar map will be displayed.
Flight Protection: Tap to set the max altitude, max distance, Auto RTH altitude (default altitude is 100 m), and
to update the Home Point.
Sensors: Tap to view the IMU and compass status and start to calibrate if necessary.
Battery: Tap to view the battery information such as battery cell status, serial number, times charged, and
production date.
Auxiliary LED: Tap to set the auxiliary LED to auto, on, or off. Do not turn on the Auxiliary LED before takeoff.
Aircraft Front Arm LEDs: In auto mode, the aircraft front LEDs will be disabled during recording to ensure the
quality is not affected.
Unlock GEO Zone: Tap to view the information about unlocking GEO zones.
The Find My Drone feature helps to find the location of the aircraft on the ground.
Advanced Safety Settings include the behavior settings of the aircraft when the remote controller signal is
lost, when the propellers can be stopped during flight, and the AirSense switch.
The behavior of the aircraft when the remote controller signal is lost can be set to Return to Home, Descend,
and Hover.
“Emergency Only” indicates that the motors can only be stopped mid-flight in an emergency situation such
as if there is a collision, a motor has stalled, the aircraft is rolling in the air, or the aircraft is out of control
and is ascending or descending very quickly. “Anytime” indicates that the motors can be stopped mid-flight
anytime once user performs a combination stick command (CSC). Stopping the motors in mid-flight will
cause the aircraft to crash.
An alert will appear in DJI Fly when a manned aircraft is detected if AirSense is enabled. Read the disclaimer
in the DJI Fly prompt before using AirSense.
Control
Aircraft Settings: Units Settings.
Gimbal Settings: Tap to set the gimbal mode, advanced settings, gimbal angle, and perform gimbal
calibration.
Remote Controller Settings: Tap to set the function of the customizable button, to calibrate the remote
controller, and to switch stick modes. Make sure to understand the operations of a stick mode before
changing stick mode.
Beginner Flight Tutorial: View the flight tutorial.
Connect to Aircraft: Tap to start linking when the aircraft is not linked to the remote controller.
Camera
Camera Parameter Settings: Displays different settings according to the shooting mode.
General Settings: Tap to view and set histogram, overexposure warning, gridlines, peaking level, white
balance, auto sync HD photos, and cache when recording.
Storage Location: Footage can be stored in the aircraft or on a microSD card. Internal storage and microSD
cards can be formatted. The max video cache capacity settings and camera reset settings can also be
adjusted.
Transmission
Definition, frequency, and channel mode settings.
About
View device information, firmware information, app version, battery version, and more.
8. Shooting Modes
Video: Normal, Slow Motion.
Photo: Single, SmartPhoto, AEB, and Timed Shot.
9. Explore Mode
Tap and hold to enable Explore Mode. 1x The icon shows the zoom ration, and tap to adjust the zoom ratio.
AF / MF : Tap or hold the icon to switch the focus mode.
11. Playback
: Tap to enter playback and preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured.
16. Map
: Tap to switch to the Attitude Indicator, which displays information such as the orientation and tilt angle
of the aircraft, position of the remote controller, and position of the Home Point.
Aircraft orientation
Make sure to fully charge your device before launching DJI Fly.
Mobile cellular data is required when using DJI Fly. Contact your wireless carrier for data charges.
If you are using a mobile phone as your display device, DO NOT accept phone calls or use texting
features during flight.
Read all safety tips, warning messages, and disclaimers carefully. Familiarize yourself with the related
regulations in your area. You are solely responsible for being aware of all relevant regulations and
flying in a way that is compliant.
a. Read and understand the warning messages before using the auto-take off and auto-landing.
b. Read and understand the warning messages and disclaimer before setting the altitude beyond the
default limit.
c. Read and understand the warning messages and disclaimer before switching between flight modes.
d. Read and understand the warning messages and disclaimer prompts near or in GEO zones.
e. Read and understand the warning messages before using the Intelligent Flight modes.
Max Altitude Aircraft's altitude cannot exceed the specified value Warning: Height limit reached
Max Radius Flight distance must be within the max radius Warning: Distance limit reached
The altitude limit when the GNSS is weak will not be restricted if there was a strong GNSS signal
when the aircraft was powered on.
If the aircraft reaches a limit, you can still control the aircraft, but you cannot fly it any further. If the
aircraft flies out of the max radius, it will automatically fly back within range when the GNSS signal is
strong.
For safety reasons, do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers,
or other sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight.
GEO Zones
All GEO zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://www.dji.com/flysafe. GEO zones are divided
into different categories and include locations such as airports, flying fields where manned aircraft
operate at low altitudes, borders between countries, and sensitive locations such as power plants.
There will be prompts in the DJI Fly app to fly in GEO zones.
Pre-Flight Checklist
1. Make sure the remote controller, mobile device, and Intelligent Flight Battery are fully charged.
2. Make sure the Intelligent Flight Battery and the propellers are mounted securely.
3. Make sure the aircraft arms are unfolded.
4. Make sure the gimbal and camera are functioning normally.
5. Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the motors and that they are functioning normally.
6. Make sure that DJI Fly is successfully connected to the aircraft.
7. Make sure that the camera lens and Vision System sensors are clean.
8. Use only genuine DJI parts or parts certified by DJI. Unauthorized parts or parts from non-DJI
certified manufacturers may cause system malfunctions and compromise safety.
Auto Takeoff/Landing
Auto Takeoff
Use auto takeoff:
1. Launch DJI Fly and enter the camera view.
2. Complete all steps in the pre-flight checklist.
3. Tap . If conditions are safe for takeoff, press and hold the button to confirm.
4. The aircraft will take off and hover 1.2 m above the ground.
Auto Landing
Use auto landing:
1. Tap . If conditions are safe to land, press and hold the button to confirm.
2. Auto landing can be cancelled by tapping .
3. If the Vision System is working normally, Landing Protection will be enabled.
4. Motors stops after landing.
OR
OR
Method 1 Method 2
Flight Test
Takeoff/Landing Procedures
1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the aircraft status indicator facing towards you.
2. Turn on the aircraft and the remote controller.
3. Launch DJI Fly and enter the camera view.
4. Wait until the self-check is finished, it is safe to fly if there is no abnormal warning in DJI Fly.
5. Gently push the throttle stick to take off or use auto-takeoff.
6. Pull the throttle stick or use auto-landing to land the aircraft.
7. After landing, push the throttle stick down and hold. The motors stop after three seconds.
8. Turn off the aircraft and remote controller.
Make sure to place the aircraft on a flat and steady surface before takeoff. DO NOT takeoff from your
palm or while holding the aircraft with your hand.
Aircraft
Takeoff Weight 895 g (Mavic 3)
899 g (Mavic 3 Cine)
Dimensions (L×W×H) Folded: 221×96.3×90.3 mm
Unfolded: 347.5×283×107.7 mm
Diagonal Distance 380.1 mm
Max Ascent Speed S Mode: 8 m/s
N Mode: 6 m/s
C Mode: 1 m/s
Max Descent Speed S Mode: 6 m/s
N Mode: 6 m/s
C Mode: 1 m/s
Max Speed S Mode: 21 m/s; S Mode (EU): 19 m/s
(near sea level, no wind) N Mode: 15 m/s
C Mode: 5 m/s
Max Service Ceiling Above Sea Level 6,000 m
Max Flight Time 46 min (measured while flying at 32.4 kph in windless conditions)
Max Hover Time (without wind) 40 min
Max Flight Distance 30 km
Max Wind Speed Resistance 12 m/s
Max Tilt Angle S Mode: 35°
N Mode: 30°
C Mode: 25°
Max Angular Velocity 200°/s
Operating Temperature -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F)
GNSS GPS + Galileo + BeiDou
Hovering Accuracy Range Vertical: Vision Positioning: ±0.1 m
GNSS Positioning: ±0.5 m
Horizontal: Vision Positioning: ±0.3 m
High Accuracy System Positioning: ±0.5 m
Internal Storage Mavic 3: 8 GB (7.2 GB of available storage)
Mavic 3 Cine: 1 TB (934.8 GB of available storage)
Hasselblad Camera
Sensor 4/3 CMOS Effective Pixels: 20 MP
Lens FOV: 84°
Format Equivalent: 24 mm
Aperture: f/2.8-f/11
Shooting Range: 1 m to ∞ (with auto focus)
ISO Range Video: 100-6400
Photo: 100-6400
Electronic Shutter Speed 1/8000-8 s
Max Image Size 5280 × 3956
Still Photography Modes Single: 20 MP
Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 20 MP, 3/5 Frames at 0.7EV Step
Timed: 20 MP 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 seconds
Charging Hub
Input USB-C: 5 V-20 V 5.0 A max
Output Battery Port: 12 V - 17.6 V 5.0 A max
Rated Power 65 W
Charging Type Charge three Intelligent Flight Batteries in sequence
Charging Temperature 5° to 40° C (41° to 104° F)
Car Charger
Input Car Power Port: 12.7 V-16 V 6.5 A, Voltage: 14 V DC
Output USB-C: 5.0 V 5.0 A/9.0 5.0 A/12.0 V 5.0 A/15.0 V 4.3A/
20.0 V 3.25 A/5.0~20.0 V 3.25 A
USB-A: 5 V 2 A
Rated Power 65 W
Charging Time Approx. 96 mins
Charging Temperature 5° to 40° C (41° to 104° F)
Storage
Supported SD Cards SDXC, UHS-I Speed Grade 3 rating microSD card
Recommended microSD Cards When recording at normal video resolutions, it is recommended to use
the SD cards listed below.
Corresponding resolutions:
H.265
5.1K : 5120x2700@24/25/30/48/50fps
DCI 4K : 4096x2160@24/25/30/48/50/60/120fps
4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30/48/50/60/120fps
FHD : 1920x1080@24/25/30/48/50/60/120/200fps
H.264
DCI 4K : 4096x2160@24/25/30/48/50/60fps
4K : 3840x2160@24/25/30/48/50/60fps
FHD: 1920x1080@24/25/30/48/50/60/120/200fps
SanDisk Extreme Pro 64G v30 A2 microSDXC
SanDisk Extreme Pro 128G v30 A2 microSDXC
SanDisk Extreme Pro 256G v30 A2 microSDXC
SanDisk Extreme Pro 400G v30 A2 microSDXC
SanDisk High Endurance 64G v30 XC I microSDXC
SanDisk High Endurance 128G v30 XC I microSDXC
SanDisk High Endurance 256G v30 XC I microSDXC
SanDisk Extreme 128G v30 A2 microSDXC
SanDisk Extreme 256G v30 A2 microSDXC
SanDisk Extreme 512G v30 A2 microSDXC
Lexar 667x 64G microSDXC
Lexar 667x 128G microSDXC
Lexar 667x 256G microSDXC
Lexar High Endurance 64G V30 XC I microSDXC
Lexar High Endurance 128G microSDXC
Samsung Evo Plus 64G microSDXC
Samsung Evo Plus 128G microSDXC
Samsung Evo Plus 256G microSDXC
Samsung Evo Plus 512G microSDXC
Firmware Update
Use DJI Fly or DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) to update the aircraft firmware.
Follow the instructions below to update the aircraft firmware through DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones
Serie
1. Launch DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) and log in with your DJI account.
2. Power on the aircraft and connect the aircraft to a computer via the USB-C port.
3. Select DJI Mavic 3 and click on Firmware Updates on the left panel.
4. Select the firmware version that you wish to update to.
5. Wait for the firmware to download. The firmware update will start automatically.
6. The aircraft will reboot automatically after the firmware update is complete.
Follow the instructions below to update the remote controller firmware through DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer
Drones Series):
1. Launch DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) and log in with your DJI account.
2. Power on the remote controller and connect to a computer via the USB-C port using a Micro USB
cable.
3. Select DJI Mavic 3 Remote Controller and click on Firmware Updates on the left panel.
4. Select the firmware version that you wish to update to.
5. Wait for the firmware to download. The firmware update will start automatically.
6. Wait for the firmware update to be completed.
Make sure follow all the steps to update firmware. Otherwise, the update may fail.
The firmware update will take approximately 10 minutes. It is normal that the gimbal goes limp,
aircraft status indicators blink, and the aircraft reboots. Wait patiently until the update is complete.
Make sure the computer has access to the internet.
Before performing an update, make sure the Intelligent Flight Battery is at least 40% charged and the
remote controller is at least 30% charged.
Do not disconnect the aircraft from the computer during an update.
After-Sales Information
Visit https://www.dji.com/support to learn more about after-sales service policies, repair services, and
support.