DJI PHANTOM Quadcopter Quick Start Guide (NAZA-M V3.12)

About this manual

This is the Quick Start Manual (V1.7, revised 2013.09.25) for the DJI PHANTOM, a small integrated multi-rotor aircraft designed for model aircraft hobbyists. It applies to NAZA-M firmware version V3.12 and the NAZA-M assistant software V2.12. The PHANTOM ships fully tested and only requires simple assembly before flight, with the NAZA-M flight controller, GPS and compass module, receiver, propulsion system, LED indicator and a USB port built in.

The guide covers disclaimers and intellectual property, product and battery safety precautions, the contents of the box, tools you must supply yourself, basics of the aircraft and remote controller, pre-flight preparation, test flights, the fly-to-home logic for loss of control and how to regain control, low voltage protection, and descriptions of the indicator lights and sounds. It notes that the assistant software runs on Windows and that advanced functions are described in a separate advanced manual available from www.dji.com. This manual is written in Chinese.

What's inside

• Disclaimer
• Product use precautions
• Battery use and charging precautions
• Contents of the box
• Tools you must supply
• Introduction
• Aircraft & remote controller basics
• Pre-flight preparation
• Test flight
• Low voltage protection

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Which NAZA-M assistant software version should I use with the PHANTOM?

Use NAZA-M assistant software version 2.0 or above for firmware upgrades and configuration; do not use versions below 2.0.

What battery can the PHANTOM use?

The built-in ESC only supports 3S (11.1V) power, so higher-voltage batteries cannot be used.

What is included in the PHANTOM box?

The box contains the aircraft, remote controller, landing gear with compass module, camera frame, propellers, auxiliary wrench, USB cable, M3x6 screw pack and accessories.

What tools do I need to supply myself?

You need a Phillips screwdriver and four AA (5号) batteries.