DJI Air 3S

Click the link or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial videos.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

1. Remove the gimbal protector from the camera.

2. Unfold the front arms and the rear arms as shown.

3. Attached the propellers.

It is recommended to use the DJI charger to charge the Intelligent Flight Battery. Visit the official DJI website for details. Make sure the gimbal protector is removed and all arms are unfolded before powering on the aircraft. Otherwise, it may affect the aircraft self-diagnostics.

• It is recommended to attach the gimbal protector when the aircraft is not in use.
Make sure to place the propellers of the front arms into the two dents on both sides of the aircraft back. DO NOT push the propeller blades onto the back of the aircraft, which may cause the propeller blades to deform.

1. Remove the control sticks from the storage slots and mount them on the remote controller.

2. Unfold the antennas.

3. The remote controller needs to be activated before first use and an internet connection is required for activation. Press, then press and hold the power button to power on the remote controller. Follow the on-screen prompts to activate the remote controller.

1. Remove the control sticks from the storage slots and mount them on the remote controller. 2. Pull out the mobile device holder. Choose the appropriate remote controller cable based on the port type of your mobile device (the cable with a USB-C connector is connected by default). Place your mobile device in the holder, then connect the end of the cable without the remote controller logo to your mobile device. Make sure your mobile device is securely in place.

If a USB connection prompt appears when an Android mobile device is used, select the option to charge only. Other options may cause the connection to fail.

• Adjust the mobile device holder to make sure your mobile device is firmly secure.

The aircraft requires activation before first use. Press, then press and hold the power button to power on the aircraft and remote controller respectively, and then follow the onscreen prompts to activate the aircraft using DJI Fly. An internet connection is required for activation.

After activation, the aircraft is bound to the remote controller automatically. If automatic binding fails, follow the on-screen prompts on DJI Fly to bind the aircraft and remote controller for an optimal warranty service experience.

A prompt will appear in DJI Fly when a firmware update is available. Update the firmware whenever prompted to ensure the optimal user experience.

1. Forward-Facing LiDAR [1] 2. Omnidirectional Vision System [2] 3. Gimbal and Camera

a. Medium Tele Camera b. Wide-Angle Camera

4. Downward Vision System 5. Auxiliary Light 6. Three-Dimensional Infrared Sensing System [1] 7. Battery Buckles

8. Front LEDs

9. Landing Gears (Built-in antennas) 10. Aircraft Status Indicators 11. Motors 12. Propellers 13. Intelligent Flight Battery 14. Power Button 15. Battery Level LEDs 16. USB-C Port 17. microSD Card Slot 18. Cellular Dongle Compartment

[1] The 3D infrared sensing system and the forward-facing LiDAR meet the human eye safety requirements for Class 1 laser products. [2] The omnidirectional vision system can sense obstacles in horizontal directions and above.

1. Control Sticks

2. Antennas

3. Status LED 4. Battery Level LEDs 5. Flight Pause/Return to Home (RTH) Button 6. Flight Mode Switch 7. Power Button 8. Touchscreen 9. USB-C Port 10. microSD Card Slot 11. Gimbal Dial 12. Record Button

13. Camera Control Dial 14. Focus/Shutter Button 15. Speaker 16. Control Stick Storage Slots 17. Customizable C2 Button 18. Customizable C1 Button

1. Power Button 2. Flight Mode Switch 3. Flight Pause/Return to Home (RTH) Button 4. Battery Level LEDs 5. Control Sticks 6. Customizable Button 7. Photo/Video Button

8. Remote Controller Cable 9. Mobile Device Holder 10. Antennas 11. USB-C Port 12. Control Stick Storage Slots 13. Gimbal Dial 14. Shutter/Record Button 15. Mobile Device Slot

After completing pre-flight preparations, it is recommended to train your flying skills and practice flying safely. Pick a suitable area to fly in according to the following flight requirements and restrictions. Strictly abide by local laws and regulations when flying. Read the Safety Guidelines before flight to ensure safe use of the product.

The DJI Geospatial Environment Online (GEO) System is a global information system that provides real-time information on flight safety and restriction updates and prevents UAVs from flying in restricted airspace. Under exceptional circumstances, restricted areas can be unlocked to allow flights. Prior to that, you must submit an unlocking request based on the current restriction level in the intended flight area. The GEO system may not fully align with local laws and regulations. You are responsible for your own flight safety and must consult with the local authorities on the relevant legal and regulatory requirements before requesting to unlock a restricted area. For more information about the GEO system, visit https://fly-safe.dji.com.

For safety reasons, flight limits are enabled by default to help you operate the aircraft safely. You can set flight limits on height and distance. Altitude limits, distance limits, and GEO zones function concurrently to manage flight safety when Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is available. Only altitude can be limited when GNSS is unavailable.

Max altitude restricts the flight altitude of the aircraft, while max distance restricts the flight radius around the Home Point of the aircraft. These limits can be changed in the DJI Fly app for improved flight safety.

1. Max Altitude 2. Home Point (Horizontal Position) 3. Max Distance 4. Height of aircraft when taking off

Strong GNSS Signal

Weak GNSS Signal

Each time the aircraft is powered on, the altitude limit will be automatically removed as long as the GNSS signal becomes strong (GNSS signal strength ≥ 2), and the limit will not take effect even if the GNSS signal becomes weak afterwards. If the aircraft flies out of the set flight range due to inertia, you can still control the aircraft but cannot fly it any further away.

The DJI GEO system designates safe flight locations, provides risk levels and safety notices for individual flights, and offers information on restricted airspace. All restricted flight areas are referred to as GEO Zones, which are further divided into Restricted Zones, Authorization Zones, Warning Zones, Enhanced Warning Zones, and Altitude

Zones. You can view such information in real-time in DJI Fly. GEO Zones are specific flight areas, including but not limited to airports, large event venues, locations where public emergencies have occurred (such as forest fires), nuclear power plants, prisons, government properties, and military facilities. By default, the GEO system limits takeoffs and flights in zones that may cause safety or security concerns. A GEO Zone map that contains comprehensive information on GEO Zones around the globe is available on the official DJI website: https://fly-safe.dji.com/nfz/nfz-query.

To satisfy the needs of different users, DJI provides two unlocking modes: Self-Unlocking and Custom Unlocking. You can make a request on the DJI Fly Safe website.

Self-Unlocking is intended for unlocking Authorization Zones. To complete Self-Unlocking, you must submit an unlocking request via the DJI Fly Safe website at https://flysafe.dji.com. Once the unlocking request is approved, you can synchronize the unlocking license through the DJI Fly app. To unlock the zone, alternatively, you can launch or fly the aircraft directly into the approved Authorization Zone and follow the prompts in DJI Fly to unlock the zone.

Custom Unlocking is tailored for users with special requirements. It designates userdefined custom flight areas and provides flight permission documents specific to the needs of different users. This unlocking option is available in all countries and regions and can be requested via the DJI Fly Safe website at https://fly-safe.dji.com.

To ensure flight safety, the aircraft will not be able to fly out of the unlocked zone after entering it. If the Home Point is outside the unlocked zone, the aircraft will not be able to return home.

1. DO NOT fly in severe weather conditions such as strong winds, snow, rain, and fog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GNSS system. After takeoff, make sure you are notified with the voice prompt that the Home Point is updated before continuing flight. If the aircraft has taken off near buildings, the accuracy of the Home Point cannot be guaranteed. In this case, pay close attention to the current position of the aircraft during auto RTH. When the aircraft is close to the Home Point, it is recommended to cancel auto RTH and manually control the aircraft to land at an appropriate location.

3. Fly the aircraft within visual line of sight (VLOS). Avoid mountains and trees blocking GNSS signals. Any flight beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) can be conducted only when the aircraft performance, the knowledge and skills of the pilot, and the operational safety management are compliant with local regulations for BVLOS. Avoid obstacles, crowds, trees, and bodies of water. For safety reasons, DO NOT fly the aircraft near airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers, or other sensitive areas, unless any permit or approval is obtained under local regulations. 4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, such as locations near power lines, base stations, electrical substations, and broadcasting towers. 5. The performance of the aircraft and its battery is limited when flying at high altitudes. Fly with caution. DO NOT fly above the specified altitude. 6. The braking distance of the aircraft is affected by the flight altitude. The higher the altitude, the greater the braking distance. When flying at high altitudes, you should reserve adequate braking distance to ensure flight safety. 7. GNSS cannot be used on the aircraft in polar regions. Use the vision system instead. 8. DO NOT take off from moving objects such as cars, ships, and airplanes. 9. DO NOT take off from solid-colored surfaces or surfaces with strong reflections such as a car roof. 10. Be careful when taking off in the desert or from a beach to avoid sand entering the aircraft. 11. DO NOT operate the aircraft in an environment at risk of a fire or explosion. 12. Operate the aircraft, remote controller, battery, battery charger, and battery charging hub in a dry environment. 13. DO NOT use the aircraft, remote controller, battery, battery charger, and the battery charging hub near accidents, fire, explosions, floods, tsunamis, avalanches, landslides, earthquakes, dust, sandstorms, salt spray, or fungus. 14. DO NOT operate the aircraft near bird flocks.

To avoid serious injury and property damage, observe the following rules:

1. Make sure you are NOT under the influence of anesthesia, alcohol, or drugs or suffering from dizziness, fatigue, nausea, or other conditions that could impair the ability to operate the aircraft safely. 2. After landing, power off the aircraft first, then switch off the remote controller.

3. DO NOT drop, launch, fire, or otherwise project any dangerous payloads on or at any buildings, persons, or animals, which could cause personal injury or property damage. 4. DO NOT use an aircraft that has been accidentally damaged, crashed, or is not in good condition. 5. Make sure to train sufficiently and have contingency plans for emergencies or if an incident occurs. 6. Make sure to have a flight plan. DO NOT fly the aircraft recklessly. 7. Respect the privacy of others when using the camera. Make sure to comply with local privacy laws, regulations, and moral standards. 8. DO NOT use this product for any reason other than general personal use. 9. DO NOT use it for illegal or inappropriate purposes such as spying, military operations, or unauthorized investigations. 10. DO NOT use this product to defame, abuse, harass, stalk, threaten, or otherwise violate legal rights such as the right to privacy and publicity of others. 11. DO NOT trespass onto the private property of others.

1. Remove any protective devices from the aircraft, such as gimbal protector and propeller holders. 2. Make sure the Intelligent Flight Battery and the propellers are mounted securely. 3. Make sure the remote controller, mobile device, and Intelligent Flight Battery are fully charged. 4. Make sure the aircraft arms are unfolded. 5. Make sure the gimbal and camera are functioning normally. 6. Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the motors and that they are functioning normally. 7. Make sure that DJI Fly is successfully connected to the aircraft. 8. Make sure all camera lenses and sensors are clean. 9. Only use genuine DJI parts or DJI-authorized parts. Unauthorized parts may cause system malfunctions and compromise flight safety. 10. Make sure the Obstacle Avoidance Action is set in DJI Fly, and the Max Altitude, Max Distance and Auto RTH Altitude are all set properly according to local laws and regulations.

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 above the ground.

1. If conditions are safe to land, tap , then tap and hold \nleq to confirm. 2. Auto landing can be canceled by tapping . 3. If the Downward Vision System is working normally, Landing Protection will be enabled. 4. Motors will stop automatically after landing.

• Choose an appropriate place for landing.

Perform one of the Combination Stick Commands (CSC) as shown below to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks simultaneously.

The motors can be stopped in two ways:

Method 1: When the aircraft has landed, push the throttle stick down and hold until the motors stop.

Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, perform one of the CSC as shown below until the motors stop.

• Stopping the motors mid-flight will cause the aircraft to crash.

The default setting for Emergency Propeller Stop in the DJI Fly app is Emergency Only, which means that the motors can only be stopped mid-flight when the aircraft detects that it is in an emergency situation such as the aircraft is involved in 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. To stop the motors mid-flight, perform the same CSC that was used to start the motors. Note that you need to hold the control sticks for two seconds while performing the CSC to stop the motors. Emergency Propeller Stop can be changed to Anytime in the app. Use this option with caution.

The control sticks of the remote controller can be used to control the aircraft movements. The control sticks can be operated in Mode 1, Mode 2, or Mode 3, as shown below.

The default control mode of the remote controller is Mode 2. In this manual, Mode 2 is used as an example to illustrate how to use the control sticks. The more the stick is pushed away from the center, the faster the aircraft moves.

Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3

• DO NOT launch the aircraft from your palm or while holding it with your hand.
DO NOT operate the aircraft when the lighting is too bright or too dark to use the remote controller to monitor flight. You are responsible for the correct adjustment of display brightness and amount of direct sunlight on the screen, as to avoid difficulty in viewing the screen clearly.

1. The pre-flight checklist is designed to help you fly safely. Go through the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 2. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the rear of the aircraft facing towards you. 3. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft. 4. Launch DJI Fly and enter the camera view. 5. Tap ^ \circ \circ \circ _ { > } Safety, and then set the Obstacle Avoidance Action to Bypass or Brake. Make sure to set an appropriate Auto RTH Altitude and Max Altitude. 6. Wait for the aircraft self-diagnostics to complete. If DJI Fly does not show any irregular warning, you can start the motors. 7. Push the throttle stick up slowly to take off. 8. To land, hover over a level surface and push the throttle stick down to descend. 9. After landing, push the throttle down and hold until the motors stop. 10. Power off the aircraft before the remote controller.

1. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in DJI Fly. 2. It is recommended to take photos or record videos when flying in Normal or Cine mode. 3. DO NOT fly in bad weather such as on rainy or windy days. 4. Choose the camera settings that best suit your needs. 5. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and preview scenes. 6. Push the control sticks gently to ensure smooth and stable movement of the aircraft.

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

	Spotlight	Point of Interest (POI)	ActiveTrack
Description	Enables the gimbal camera to face toward the subject all the time while you manually control the flight.	Allows the aircraft to fly around the subject.	The aircraft follows the subject in the following sub-modes. Auto: The aircraft continuously plans and adjusts the flight path based on the flying environment, automatically completing complex camera movements. Manual: The aircraft is manually controlled to fly along a specified trajectory.
Supported Subjects	Stationary subjects Moving subjects (only vehicles, boats, and people)		Moving subjects (only vehicles, boats, and people). Auto mode only supports vehicles and people.
Obstacle Avoidance	When the vision system is working normally, the aircraft will by-pass or brake if an obstacle is detected, according to the obstacle avoidance action is set to Bypass or Brake in DJI Fly. Note: Obstacle avoidance is disabled in Sport mode.	The aircraft will bypass obstacles regardless of the flight modes or obstacle avoidance action settings in DJI Fly when the vision system is working normally.

In ActiveTrack, the max supported follow distance of the aircraft and subject are as follows:

The aircraft will fly to the supported distance and altitude range if the distance and altitude is out of range when ActiveTrack begins. Fly the aircraft at the optimal distance and altitude for the best tracking performance. The maximum tracking speed of the aircraft is 1 5 \ : m / s . It is recommended that the speed of the moving subject should not exceed 1 2 \ : m / \varsigma ; otherwise, the aircraft will not be able to track properly.

The aircraft cannot avoid moving subjects such as people, animals, or vehicles. When using FocusTrack, pay attention to the surrounding environment to ensure flight safety. DO NOT use FocusTrack in areas with small or fine objects (e.g., tree branches or power lines), transparent objects (e.g., water or glass), or monochrome surfaces (e.g., white walls). Always be prepared to press the Flight Pause button on the remote controller or tap in DJI Fly in order to operate the aircraft manually in case any emergency situation occurs.

• Be extra vigilant when using FocusTrack in any of the following situations:

◆ The tracked subject is not moving on a level plane. ◆ The tracked subject changes shape drastically while moving. ◆ The tracked subject is out of sight for an extended period. ◆ The tracked subject is moving on a snowy surface. ◆ The tracked subject has a similar color or pattern to its surrounding environment. ◆ The lighting is extremely dark (<300 lux) or bright (>10,000 lux).

• Make sure to follow local privacy laws and regulations when using FocusTrack.
It is recommended to only track vehicles, boats, and people (but not children). Fly with caution when tracking other subjects. For the supported moving subjects, vehicles refer to cars and small to mediumsized boats. DO NOT track a remote controlled car or boat. The tracking subject may be inadvertently swapped to another subject if they pass nearby each other. ActiveTrack is unavailable when lighting is insufficient and the vision system is unavailable. Spotlight and POI for static subjects can still be used, but obstacle sensing is not available.
• FocusTrack is unavailable when the aircraft is on the ground.
FocusTrack may not function properly when the aircraft is flying near flight limits or in a GEO Zone.
• In Photo mode, FocusTrack is only available when using Single.
If the subject is obstructed and is lost by the aircraft, the aircraft will keep flying at the current speed and orientation to try re-identifying the subject. If the aircraft fails to try and re-identify the subject, it will hover and then exit ActiveTrack automatically. FocusTrack will exit automatically if the horizontal distance between the subject and the aircraft is more than 5 0 ~ m ~ (only available when using FocusTrack in the EU).

Before enabling FocusTrack, make sure the flying environment is open and unobstructed with sufficient light.

Tap the FocusTrack icon on the left side of the app, or select the subject on the screen to enable FocusTrack. After enabling, tap the FocusTrack icon again to exit.

• ActiveTrack only supports moving subjects such as vehicles, boats, and people within 3× zoom.

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

The aircraft will select a preset flight route based on the subject type and distance, and automatically take a variety of classic aerial photography shots.

Use MasterShots at locations that are clear of buildings and other obstacles. Make sure there are no people, animals, or other obstacles in the flight path. When the lighting is sufficient and the environment is suitable for the vision system, the aircraft will brake and hover in place if there is an obstacle detected. Always pay attention to obstacles around the aircraft and use the remote controller to avoid collisions or the aircraft being obstructed. Accidentally moving a control stick will also stop the recording. Video recording will also stop if the aircraft flies too close to a restricted zone or altitude zone, or if the aircraft’s sensing system is triggered during flight.

• DO NOT use MasterShots in any of the following situations:

When the subject is blocked for an extended period of time or outside the visual line of sight. ◆ When the subject is similar in color or pattern with the surroundings. ◆ When the subject is in the air. ◆ When the subject is moving fast. ◆ The lighting is extremely dark (<300 lux) or bright (>10,000 lux).

DO NOT use MasterShots in places close to buildings or where the GNSS signal is weak. Otherwise, the flight path may become unstable.

• Make sure to follow local privacy laws and regulations when using MasterShots.

1. Tap the Shooting Mode icon on the right side of the camera view and select MasterShots 2. After drag-selecting the subject and adjusting the shooting area, tap \circledcirc to begin recording and the aircraft will start flying and recording automatically. The aircraft will fly back to its original position once recording is finished. 3. Tap \circledcirc or press the Flight Pause button on the remote controller once. The aircraft will exit MasterShots immediately and hover.

After recording is complete, tap the Playback button to preview the footage.

Tap Create MasterShots to preview the MasterShots video. More templates are available for creative editing.

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

QuickShots include shooting modes such as Dronie, Rocket, Circle, Helix, Boomerang, and Asteroid. The aircraft automatically records according to the selected shooting mode and generates a short video.

Make sure there is sufficient space when using Boomerang. Allow a radius of at least 3 0 m (99 ft) around the aircraft and a space of at least \uparrow 0 \ : m (33 ft) above the aircraft. Make sure there is sufficient space when using Asteroid. Allow at least 40 m (131 ft) behind and 5 0 m (164 ft) above the aircraft. Use QuickShots at locations that are clear of buildings and other obstacles. Make sure there are no people, animals, or other obstacles in the flight path. The aircraft will brake and hover in place if there is an obstacle detected. Always pay attention to objects around the aircraft and use the remote controller to avoid collisions or the aircraft being obstructed. Accidentally moving a control stick will also stop the recording. The recording will also stop if the aircraft flies too close to a restricted zone or altitude zone, or if the aircraft’s sensing system is triggered during the flight.

• DO NOT use QuickShots in any of the following situations:

When the subject is blocked for an extended period of time or outside the visual line of sight. ◆ When the subject is more than 50 m away from the aircraft. ◆ When the subject is similar in color or pattern with the surroundings. ◆ When the subject is in the air. ◆ When the subject is moving fast. ◆ The lighting is extremely dark (<300 lux) or bright (>10,000 lux).

DO NOT use QuickShots in places close to buildings or where the GNSS signal is weak. Otherwise, the flight path will become unstable.

• Make sure to follow local privacy laws and regulations when using QuickShots.

1. Tap the Shooting Mode icon on the right side of the camera view and select QuickShots . 2. After selecting one sub-mode, tap the plus icon or drag-select the subject on the screen. Then tap \circledcirc to begin shooting. The aircraft will record footage while performing a preset flight movement according to the option selected, and generate a video afterwards. The aircraft will fly back to its original position once recording is finished.

3. Tap or press the Flight Pause button on the remote controller once. The aircraft will exit QuickShots immediately and hover.

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

Hyperlapse takes a certain number of photos according to the time interval, and then compiles these photos into a video of a few seconds. It is especially suitable for recording scenes with moving elements, such as traffic flow, clouds drifting, and sunrises and sunsets.

For optimal performance, it is recommended to use Hyperlapse at an altitude higher than 5 0 { m } and set a difference of at least two seconds between the interval time and shutter speed. It is recommended to select a static subject (e.g., high-rise buildings, mountainous terrain) located at a safe distance from the aircraft (further than 15 m). DO NOT select a subject that is too close to the aircraft, people, or a moving car, etc. When the lighting is sufficient and the environment is suitable for the vision system, the aircraft will brake and hover in place if an obstacle is detected during Hyperlapse. If the lighting becomes insufficient or the environment is unsuitable for the vision system to operate during Hyperlapse, in this case, pay attention to the status of the vision system in the app. If it indicates that the vision system in a certain direction is disabled, the aircraft will not be able to avoid obstacles in that direction. Fly with caution.

1. Tap the Shooting Modes icon from the camera view and select Hyperlapse \textcircled{1}

2. Select the Hyperlapse mode. After setting the related parameters, tap the shutter/ record button \textcircled{0} to begin the process. 3. Tap $\textcircled { \scriptsize { \div } }$ or press the Stop button on the remote controller, the aircraft will exit Hyperlapse and hover.

The aircraft will also stop taking photos if it flies too close to a restricted zone or altitude zone, or if the aircraft's obstacle avoidance is triggered during the flight.

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After selecting the Hyperlapse shooting mode, tap > Camera > Hyperlapse in DJI Fly to select the photo type of the original hyperlapse photos to be saved, or select Off to not save any original hyperlapse photos.

• A one second video needs 25 photos.
When framing the shots, try to avoid positioning the aircraft too close to the foreground. Otherwise, your footage may be unstable. If you have a specific subject, drag-select the subject on the screen, the camera will keep facing toward the subject while you manually control the flight. When taking photos of a specific subject, drag-select the subject on the screen, the aircraft will keep facing toward the subject and taking photos while flying straight in the preset direction. If you do not select any subject, the aircraft will keep facing toward the flight route direction and create a straight-line hyperlapse video. In Waypoints mode, you cannot manually control the aircraft by moving the control sticks. Tap on the upper left corner of the waypoint setting panel to enter the hyperlapse task library. You can save your current trajectory in the library, or use a previously-saved flight route. When using a previously-saved flight route, try to take off from the original takeoff location to capture the same scenes more accurately, and make sure there are no obstacles anywhere along the route.

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

With Waypoint Flight, you can set waypoints for different shooting locations in advance, and then generate a flight route based on the set waypoints. The aircraft will then fly automatically along the preset route and complete the preset camera actions.

The flight routes can be saved and repeated at different times to capture the changes over seasons and day-to-night effect.

• Before enabling the Waypoint Flight mode, tap > Safety > Obstacle Avoidance Action to check the obstacle avoidance action. After setting the obstacle avoidance action to Bypass or Brake, the aircraft will brake if it detects obstacles during the waypoint flight. If set to Off, the aircraft cannot avoid obstacles. The flight route will curve between waypoints, so the aircraft altitude between waypoints may become lower than the altitudes of the waypoints during the flight. Make sure to avoid any obstacles below when setting a waypoint.

• Before takeoff, you can only use the map to add waypoints.
Connect the remote controller to the internet and download the map before using the map to add a waypoint. If Camera Action is set to None, the aircraft will only automatically fly. You need to manually control the camera during the flight. If you have already set Heading and Gimbal Tilt to Face POI, then the POI will automatically be linked to these waypoints. When using Waypoint Flight in the EU, the action for On Signal Lost cannot be set to Continue.

1. Tap the waypoint flight icon on the left side of the camera view to start waypoint flight. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings and perform the flight route. 3. Tap the waypoint flight icon again to exit waypoint flight and the flight route will be saved to the Library automatically.

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

Cruise Control enables the aircraft to fly at a constant speed automatically, which makes long distance flights effortless, and helps to avoid image shaking which often happens during manual operation. More camera movements, such as spiraling up, can be achieved by increasing control stick input.

Cruise control is available when you are manually operating the aircraft in Normal, Cine, and Sport mode. Cruise control is also available when using APAS, Free Hyperlapse, and Spotlight.

• Cruise control cannot be started without a control stick input.
• The aircraft cannot enter or will exit cruise control in the following situations:

◆ When near the max altitude or max distance. ◆ When the aircraft disconnects from the remote controller or DJI Fly. ◆ When the aircraft senses an obstacle and thus brakes and hovers in place. ◆ When the aircraft is taking off, returning to home, or landing. ◆ When switching flight modes.

• The obstacle sensing in cruise control follows the current flight mode. Fly with caution.

1. Set one customizable button of the remote controller to Cruise Control. 2. When pushing the control sticks, press the cruise control button, and the aircraft will automatically fly at the current speed. 3. Press Flight Pause button on the remote controller once, or tap \textcircled{8} to exit cruise control.

The aircraft supports the following flight modes, which can be switched via the Flight Mode switch on the remote controller.

Normal Mode: Normal mode is suitable for most flight scenarios. The aircraft can hover precisely, fly stably, and use Intelligent Flight Modes. If obstacle sensing is enabled, obstacles can also be avoided using the omnidirectional vision system.

Sport Mode: The maximum horizontal flight speed of the aircraft will be higher when compared with Normal mode. Note that obstacle sensing is disabled in Sport mode.

Cine Mode: Cine mode is based on Normal mode with a limited flight speed, making the aircraft more stable during recording.

The aircraft automatically changes to Attitude (ATTI) mode when the vision system is unavailable or disabled and 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 drift of the aircraft, which may present hazards, especially when flying in confined spaces. The aircraft will not be able to hover or brake automatically, therefore the pilot should land the aircraft as soon as possible to avoid accidents.

• The flight modes are only effective for manual flight and cruise control.

The vision system is disabled in Sport mode, which means the aircraft cannot sense obstacles on its route automatically. You must stay alert to the surrounding environment and control the aircraft to avoid obstacles. The maximum speed and braking distance of the aircraft significantly increase in Sport mode. A minimum braking distance of 3 0 ~ m is required in windless conditions.

• A minimum braking distance of { 1 0 } m is required in windless conditions while the aircraft is ascending and descending in Sport mode or Normal mode.
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.
• You may experience shaking in videos recorded in Sport mode.

The aircraft has front LEDs and aircraft status indicators.

When the aircraft is powered on but the motors are not running, the front LEDs glow solid green to display the orientation of the aircraft.

When the aircraft is powered on but the motors are not running, the aircraft status indicators will display the current status of the aircraft.

Normal States

[1] If the aircraft cannot take off while the status indicators are blinking red slowly, view the warning prompt in DJI Fly.

After the motors start, the front LEDs blink green, and the aircraft status indicators blink red and green alternately. The green lights indicate the aircraft is a UAV, and the green and red lights indicate the heading and position of the aircraft.

Lighting requirements vary depending on the region. Observe local laws and regulations. To obtain better footage, the front LEDs turn off automatically when taking photos and videos if the front LEDs are set to Auto in DJI Fly.

Carefully read the contents of this section to ensure you are familiar with the behavior of the aircraft in Return-to-Home (RTH).

The Return to Home (RTH) function will automatically fly the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. RTH can be triggered in three ways: the user actively triggers RTH, the aircraft has low battery, or the remote controller signal has been lost (Failsafe RTH is triggered). If the aircraft has recorded the Home Point successfully and the positioning system is functioning normally, when the RTH function is triggered, the aircraft will automatically fly back and land at the Home Point.

Home Point: The Home Point will be recorded at takeoff as long as the aircraft has a strong GNSS signal or the lighting is sufficient. After the Home Point is recorded, DJI Fly will issue a voice prompt. If it is necessary to update the Home Point during a flight (such as if you have changed your position), the Home Point can be manually updated in ^ \circ \cdot \circ _ { > } Safety page in DJI Fly.

During RTH, the AR RTH route will be displayed on the camera view, helping you to view the return path and ensure flight safety. The camera view also displays the AR Home Point. When the aircraft reaches the area above the Home Point, the gimbal camera will automatically flip downwards. The AR aircraft shadow will appear in the camera view when the aircraft is approaching the ground, enabling you to control the aircraft to land more accurately in your preferred location.

The AR Home Point, AR RTH route, and AR aircraft shadow will be displayed in the camera view by default. The display can be changed in > Safety > AR Settings.

The AR RTH route is only used for reference, and may deviate from the actual flight route in different scenarios. Always pay attention to the liveview on the screen during RTH. Fly with caution. During RTH, the aircraft will automatically adjust the gimbal tilt to point the camera toward the RTH route by default. Using the gimbal dial to adjust

the camera orientation or pressing the customizable buttons on the remote controller to recenter the camera will stop the aircraft from automatically adjusting the gimbal tilt, which may prevent the AR RTH route from being viewed.

The aircraft may not be able to return to the Home Point as normal if the positioning system is functioning abnormally. During Failsafe RTH, the aircraft may enter ATTI mode and land automatically if the positioning system is functioning abnormally. When there is no GNSS, do not fly over water surfaces, buildings with glass surface, or in scenarios where the altitude above the ground is greater than 30 meters. If the positioning system is functioning abnormally, the aircraft will enter ATTI mode. It is important to set a suitable RTH altitude before each flight. Launch DJI Fly and set the RTH altitude. The default RTH altitude is { 1 0 0 } m . The aircraft cannot sense obstacles during RTH if the environment conditions are not suitable for the sensing system.

• GEO zones may affect the RTH. Avoid flying near GEO zones.
• The aircraft may not be able to return to a Home Point if the wind speed is too high. Fly with caution.
Pay extra attention to small or fine objects (such as tree branches or power lines) or transparent objects (such as water or glass) during RTH. Exit RTH and control the aircraft manually in an emergency. Set Advanced RTH as Preset if there are power lines or transmission towers that the aircraft cannot bypass on the RTH path and make sure the RTH Altitude is set higher than all obstacles. The aircraft will brake and return to home according to the latest settings if the Advanced RTH settings in DJI Fly are changed during RTH. If the max altitude is adjusted below the current altitude during RTH, the aircraft will descend to the max altitude first and then continue returning to home.
• The RTH Altitude cannot be changed during RTH.
If there is a large difference between the current altitude and the RTH altitude, the amount of battery power used cannot be calculated accurately due to wind speed differences at different altitudes. Pay extra attention to the battery power prompts and warning prompts in DJI Fly.

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 controlled to fly to the left or right. Constantly pushing the pitch stick to accelerate will increase the battery power consumption speed. The aircraft cannot bypass obstacles if the flight speed exceeds the effective sensing speed. The aircraft will brake and hover in place and exit RTH if the pitch stick is pushed all the way down. The aircraft can be controlled after the pitch stick is released. If the aircraft reaches the altitude limit of the aircraft current location or of the Home Point while it is ascending during Preset RTH, the aircraft stops ascending and returns to the Home Point at the current altitude. Pay attention to flight safety during RTH. If the Home Point is within the Altitude Zone but the aircraft is not in the Altitude Zone, when the aircraft reaches the Altitude Zone it will descend below the altitude limit, which may be lower than the set RTH altitude. Fly with caution. If the OcuSync video transmission is obstructed and disconnects, the aircraft can only rely on 4G enhanced transmission. Considering there may be large obstacles on the RTH route, to ensure safety during RTH, the RTH route will take the previous flight path as reference. When using 4G enhanced transmission, pay more attention to the battery status and the RTH route in the map. The aircraft will exit RTH if the surrounding environment is too complex to complete RTH, even if the sensing system is working properly.

• RTH cannot be triggered during auto landing.

When Advanced RTH is triggered, the aircraft will automatically plan the best RTH path, which will be displayed in DJI Fly and will be adjusted according to the environment. During RTH, the aircraft will adjust the flight speed automatically according to environmental factors such as the wind speed, wind direction, and obstacles.

If the control signal between the remote controller and the aircraft is good, exit RTH by tapping \textcircled{8} in DJI Fly or by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. After exiting RTH, you will regain control of the aircraft.

During flight, you can trigger RTH by pressing and holding the RTH button on the remote controller, or tapping from the left side of the camera view and then pressing and holding the RTH icon.

During flight, if the battery level is low and only sufficient to fly to the Home Point, a warning prompt will appear in DJI Fly. If you tap to confirm RTH or do not take action before the countdown ends, the aircraft will automatically initiate low battery RTH.

If you cancel the low battery RTH prompt and continue flying the aircraft, the aircraft will land automatically when the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough to descend from its current altitude.

Auto landing cannot be cancelled but you can still fly the aircraft horizontally by moving the pitch stick and roll stick, and change the descent speed of the aircraft by moving the throttle stick. Fly the aircraft to a suitable place for landing as soon as possible.

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When the Intelligent Flight Battery level is too low and there is not enough power to return home, land the aircraft as soon as possible. Otherwise, the aircraft will crash after the battery power is completely depleted. DO NOT keep pushing the throttle stick upward during auto landing. Otherwise, the aircraft will crash after the battery power is completely depleted.

When the remote controller signal is lost, the aircraft will automatically initiate Failsafe RTH if the Signal Lost Action is set to RTH.

When the lighting and environment conditions are suitable for the vision system, DJI Fly will display the RTH path that was generated by the aircraft before the signal was lost. The aircraft will start RTH using Advanced RTH according to the RTH settings. The aircraft will remain in RTH even if the remote controller signal is restored. DJI Fly will update the RTH path accordingly.

When the lighting and environment conditions are unsuitable for the vision system, the aircraft will brake and hover, then enter Original Route RTH.

• If the RTH distance (the horizontal distance between the aircraft and the Home Point) is farther than 5 0 ~ m _ { i } , the aircraft adjusts its orientation and flies backward for 5 0 ~ m on its original flight route before entering Preset RTH.

If the RTH distance is farther than 5 m but less than 5 0 ~ m , the aircraft adjusts its orientation and flies straight horizontally back to the home point at the current altitude.

• The aircraft lands immediately if the RTH distance is less than 5 m.

After Advanced RTH is triggered, the aircraft brakes and hovers in place.

• When the environment or lighting conditions are suitable for the vision system:

The aircraft will adjust its orientation to the Home Point, plan the best path according to the RTH settings and then return to the Home Point if GNSS was available when takeoff. ◆ If GNSS was unavailable and only the vision system was working when takeoff, the aircraft will adjust its orientation to the Home Point, plan the best path according to the RTH settings and then return to the position with strong GNSS signal based on the RTH settings. It will approximately follow the outbound trajectory back to the vicinity of the home point. At this time, pay attention to the app prompts and choose whether to let the aircraft automatically RTH and land or to manually control the RTH and landing.

Make sure that the obstacle avoidance is enabled. DO NOT fly in narrow spaces and the environmental wind speed should be less than 3 m/s. Fly to the open area and stay at least 10 meters away from any obstacles quickly after takeoff, otherwise, the aircraft may not be able to return to home. During flight, avoid flying over water surfaces until reaching an area with strong GNSS signal. The altitude above the ground should be greater than 2 meters and less than 30 meters, otherwise, the aircraft may not be able to return to the home point. If the aircraft enters ATTI mode before reaching the area with strong GNSS signal, the home point will be invalidated. If the vision positioning is not available during flight, the aircraft cannot return to the home point. Pay attention to the environment according to the App voice prompts to prevent collisions. When the aircraft returns to the vicinity of the takeoff point and the App prompts when the current environment is complex, please confirm whether to continue flying:

You need to confirm whether the flight path is correct and pay attention to flight safety.

You need to confirm whether the lighting condition is sufficient for the vision system. If not, the aircraft may exit RTH. Forcing the aircraft to continue RTH or flight may cause it to enter ATTI mode. After confirmation, the aircraft will continue to return to the home point at a low speed. If an obstacle appears on the return path, the aircraft will brake and may exit RTH. This RTH process does not support dynamic obstacle detection (including pedestrians, etc.) and does not support obstacle detection in textureless scenes such as glass or white walls. This RTH process requires the ground and nearby environments (such as walls) to have rich textures and no dynamic changes.

If the RTH distance is further than 5 meters, the aircraft will return to home according to the Preset. ◆ The aircraft lands immediately if the RTH distance is less than 5 m.

RTH settings are available for Advanced RTH. Go to the camera view in DJI Fly, tap > Safety, and scroll to Return to Home (RTH).

If the lighting is sufficient and the environment is suitable for the vision system, the aircraft will automatically plan the optimal RTH path and adjust the altitude according to environmental factors, such as obstacles and transmission signals, regardless of the RTH Altitude setting. The optimal RTH path means the aircraft will travel the shortest distance possible to reduce the amount of battery power used and to increase flight time. If the lighting is insufficient or the environment is not suitable for the vision system, the aircraft will perform Preset RTH based on the RTH Altitude setting.

Preset:

[1] If the forward-facing LiDAR detects an obstacle ahead, the aircraft will ascend to avoid the obstacle. It will stop climbing once the path ahead is clear and then continue to RTH. If the obstacle height exceeds the altitude limit, the aircraft will brake and hover, and the user will need to take control. [2] The aircraft will brake and hover, and the user will need to take control.

When the aircraft is approaching the Home Point, if the current altitude is higher than the RTH altitude, the aircraft will intelligently decide whether to descend while flying forward according to the surrounding environment, lighting, the set RTH altitude, and the current altitude. When the aircraft reaches the area above the Home Point, the current altitude of the aircraft will not be lower than the set RTH altitude.

The RTH plans for different environments, RTH trigger methods, and RTH settings are as follows:

RTH Trigger Method	Suitable Lighting and Environment Conditions (The aircraft can bypass obstacles and GEO zones)	Unsuitable Lighting and Environment Conditions
The user actively triggers RTH	The aircraft will execute RTH based on the RTH setting: Optimal Preset	Preset (The aircraft can ascend to bypass obstacles and GEO zones)
Aircraft low battery		Original route RTH, Preset RTH will be executed when the signal is restored (The aircraft can bypass GEO zones and will brake and hover if there is obstacle)
Loss of remote controller signal

During RTH, landing protection activates once the aircraft begins to land.

The specific performance of the aircraft is as follows:

• If the ground is determined suitable for landing, the aircraft will land directly.
• If the ground is determined unsuitable for landing, the aircraft will hover and wait for pilot confirmation.
If landing protection is not operational, DJI Fly will display a landing prompt when the aircraft descends to 0 . 5 m from the ground. Tap Confirm or push the throttle stick all the way down and hold for one second, and the aircraft will land.

After reaching the area above the Home Point, the aircraft will land precisely on the takeoff point. Performing a precision landing is subject to the following conditions:

The Home Point must be recorded upon takeoff and must not be changed during flight. During takeoff, the aircraft must vertically ascend at least 7 m before moving horizontally. ◆ The Home Point terrain features must remain largely unchanged. The terrain features of the Home Point must be sufficiently distinctive. Terrain such as a snow-covered field is not suitable. ◆ The lighting conditions must not be too bright or too dark.

During landing, movement of any other control stick apart from the throttle stick will be regarded as giving up precision landing, and the aircraft will descend vertically.

1. Omnidirectional Vision System 2. Auxiliary Light 3. Downward Vision System

4. 3D Infrared Sensing System 5. Forward-Facing LiDAR

The omnidirectional vision system works best with adequate lighting and clearly marked or textured obstacles. The omnidirectional vision system will activate automatically when the aircraft is in Normal or Cine mode and Obstacle Avoidance Action is set to Bypass or Brake in DJI Fly. The positioning function is applicable when GNSS signals are unavailable or weak.

The auxiliary light located at the bottom of the aircraft can assist the downward vision system. It will automatically turn on by default in low-light environments when the flight altitude is under 5 m after takeoff. You can also turn it on or off manually in the DJI Fly app. Each time the aircraft is restarted, the auxiliary light will revert back to the default setting Auto.

When Vision Positioning and Obstacle Sensing are disabled, the aircraft relies only on GNSS to hover, omnidirectional obstacle sensing is unavailable, and the aircraft will not automatically decelerate during descent close to the ground. Extra caution is required when Vision Positioning and Obstacle Sensing are disabled. Disabling Vision Positioning and Obstacle Sensing takes effect only when flying manually, and will not take effect when using RTH, auto landing, or using Intelligent Flight Modes. Vision Positioning and Obstacle Sensing can be temporarily disabled in clouds and fog or when an obstacle is detected when landing. Keep Vision Positioning

and Obstacle Sensing enabled in regular flight scenarios. Vision Positioning and Obstacle Sensing are enabled by default after restarting the aircraft.

Pay attention to the flight environment. The sensing system only works in certain scenarios and cannot replace human control and judgment. During a flight, always pay attention to the surrounding environment and the warnings in DJI Fly, and be responsible for and maintain control of the aircraft at all times. If there is no GNSS available, the downward vision system will assist with aircraft positioning, and works best when the aircraft is at an altitude from 0 . 5 ~ m to 30 m. Extra caution is required if the altitude of the aircraft is above 3 0 m as the vision positioning performance may be affected. In low-light environments, the vision system may not achieve optimal positioning performance even if the auxiliary light is turned on. Fly with caution if the GNSS signal is weak in such environments. The downward vision system may not work properly when the aircraft is flying near water. Therefore, the aircraft may not be able to actively avoid water below it when landing. It is recommended to maintain flight control at all times, make reasonable judgments based on the surrounding environment, and avoid overrelying on the downward vision system. The vision system cannot accurately identify large structures with frames and cables, such as tower cranes, high-voltage transmission towers, high-voltage transmission lines, cable-stayed bridges, and suspension bridges. The vision system cannot work properly near surfaces without clear pattern variations or where the lighting is too weak or too strong. The vision system cannot work properly in the following situations:

◆ Flying near monochrome surfaces (e.g., pure black, white, red, or green). ◆ Flying near highly reflective surfaces. ◆ Flying near water or transparent surfaces. ◆ Flying near moving surfaces or objects. ◆ Flying in an area with frequent and drastic lighting changes. ◆ Flying near extremely dark (<1 lux) or bright (>40,000 lux) surfaces. Flying near surfaces that strongly reflect or absorb infrared waves (e.g., mirrors). ◆ Flying near surfaces without clear patterns or textures.

Flying near surfaces with repeating identical patterns or textures (e.g., tiles with the same design). Flying near obstacles with small surface areas (e.g., tree branches, and power lines).

Keep the sensors clean at all times. DO NOT scratch or tamper with the sensors. DO NOT use the aircraft in dusty or humid environments. The 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 rainy, smoggy, or the visibility is lower than { 1 0 0 } m
• DO NOT obstruct the sensing system.
• Check the following each time before takeoff:

Make sure there are no stickers or any other obstructions over the glass of the sensing system. Use a soft cloth if there is any dirt, dust, or water on the glass of the sensing system. DO NOT use any cleaning product that contains alcohol. Contact DJI Support if there is any damage to the lenses of the sensing system.

The aircraft can fly at any time of the day or night. However, the vision system becomes unavailable when flying the aircraft at night. Fly with caution. The Forward-Facing LiDAR cannot detect obstacles with a reflectivity of less than 1 0% or reflective objects such as glass.

The Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS) feature is available in Normal mode and Cine mode. When APAS is enabled, the aircraft will continue to respond to your commands and plan its path according to both control stick inputs and the flight environment. APAS makes it easier to avoid obstacles, obtain smoother footage, and give a better flying experience.

When APAS is enabled, the aircraft can be stopped by pressing the Flight Pause button on the remote controller. The aircraft brakes and hovers for three seconds and awaits further pilot commands.

To enable APAS, open DJI Fly, go to > Safety > Obstacle Avoidance Action, and select Bypass. Set Bypassing Options to Normal or Nifty. In Nifty mode, the aircraft can

fly faster, smoother, and closer to obstacles obtaining better footage while bypassing obstacles. However, the risk of crashing into obstacles will increase. Fly with caution.

Nifty mode cannot work normally in the following situations:

• When aircraft orientation changes rapidly flying near obstacles.
• When flying through narrow obstacles such as canopies or bushes at high speed.
• When flying near obstacles that are too small to detect.
• When flying with the propeller guard.

Make sure to use APAS when the vision system is available. Make sure there are no people, animals, objects with small surface areas (e.g., tree branches), or transparent objects (e.g., glass or water) along the desired flight path. Make sure to 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 \because \phantom { - } 3 0 0 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.
When the lighting becomes insufficient and the vision system is partially unavailable, the aircraft will switch from bypassing obstacles to braking and hovering. You need to center the control stick and then to continue controlling the aircraft.

If Obstacle Avoidance Action is set to Bypass or Brake, Landing Protection will be activated when you push the throttle stick down to land the aircraft. Landing Protection is enabled once the aircraft begins to land.

• If the ground is determined to be suitable for landing, the aircraft will land directly.
If the ground is determined to be unsuitable for landing, the aircraft will hover when the aircraft descends to a certain height above ground. Push down on the throttle stick for at least five seconds, and the aircraft will land without obstacle sensing.

The vision assist view, powered by the vision systems, changes the image on the view from the corresponding vision sensors according to the flight speed direction to help users navigate and observe obstacles during flight. Swipe left on the attitude indicator, right on the mini map, or tap the icon in the lower right corner of the attitude indicator to switch to the vision assist view.

When using vision assist, the quality of the video transmission may be lower due to transmission bandwidth limits, cell phone performance, or the video transmission resolution of the screen on the remote controller.

• It is normal for propellers to appear in the vision assist view.
Vision assist should be used for reference only. Glass walls and small objects such as tree branches, electric wires, and kite strings cannot be displayed accurately. Vision assist is not available when the aircraft has not taken off or when the video transmission signal is weak.

Tap the arrow to switch between different directions of the vision assist view. Tap and hold to lock the direction. Tap the center of the screen to maximize the vision assist view.

The direction of the line indicates the current flight speed direction of the aircraft, and the length of the line indicates the flight speed of the aircraft.

When the direction is not locked in a specific direction, the vision assist view automatically switches to the current flight direction. Tap any other directional arrow to switch the direction of the vision assist view for a while before returning to the view of the current flight direction. When the vision assist direction is locked in a specific direction, tap any other arrow to switch the vision assist view for a while before returning to the currently locked direction.

When an obstacle in the current view direction is detected, the vision assist view shows a collision warning. The color of the warning is determined by the distance between the obstacle and the aircraft. Yellow and red colors indicate the relative distance ranging from far to near.

The FOV of the vision assist in all directions is limited. It is normal not to see obstacles in the field of view during a collision warning. The collision warning is not controlled by the Display Radar Map switch and remains visible even when the radar map is switched off.

• A collision warning appears only when the vision assist view is displayed in the small window.

The propeller blades are sharp. Handle with care to avoid personal injury or propeller deformation. Make sure that the propellers and motors are installed securely before each flight.

• Only use official DJI propellers. DO NOT mix propeller types.
Propellers are consumable components. Purchase additional propellers if necessary. Make sure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, or broken propellers. Clean the propellers with a soft, dry cloth if there is any foreign matter attached.
• To avoid injury, stay away from rotating propellers or motors.
To avoid damaging the propellers, place the aircraft correctly during transportation or storage. DO NOT squeeze or bend the propellers. If propellers are damaged, the flight performance may be affected. Make sure the motors are mounted securely and rotating smoothly. Land the aircraft immediately if a motor is stuck and unable to rotate freely.
• DO NOT attempt to modify the structure of the motors.
DO NOT touch or let hands or body parts come in contact with the motors after flight, as they may be hot. It is normal for the front motors to have a higher temperature than the rear motors. DO NOT block any of the ventilation holes on the motors or the body of the aircraft.
• Make sure the ESCs sound normal when powered on.

Read and strictly follow the instructions in this manual, in the Safety Guidelines and on the battery stickers before using the battery. You shall take full responsibility for all operations and usage.

1. DO NOT charge an Intelligent Flight Battery immediately after flight as it may be too hot. Wait for the battery to cool down to the allowable charging temperature before charging again. 2. To prevent damage, the battery only charges when the battery temperature is between 5° and 40°\subset 41° and 104° F _ { \varepsilon } ). The ideal charging temperature is from 22° to 28°\mathsf C ( 7 1 .6° to 8 2 .4° F ). Charging at the ideal temperature range can prolong battery life. Charging stops automatically if the temperature of the battery cells exceed 55°\subset (131° F ) during charging. 3. Low-Temperature Notice:

Batteries cannot be used in extremely low-temperature environments of lower than $^ { -10°} \mathsf C \left(14°\mathsf F \right)$ . Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying at low temperatures from $\boldsymbol { \cdot } \boldsymbol { } \mathbf { \hat { \Pi } } ^ {0°} to 5°\subset 14° to 41° F $ ). Make sure to fully charge the battery before takeoff. Hover the aircraft in place for a while to warm up the battery after takeoff. It is recommended to warm up the battery to at least 10°\mathsf C (50°\mathsf F ) before takeoff when flying in low-temperature environments. The ideal temperature to warm up the battery is above 20°\mathsf C (68°\mathsf F ) .

• The reduced battery capacity in low-temperature environments reduces the wind speed resistance performance of the aircraft. Fly with caution.
• Take extra caution when flying at a high elevation with a low temperature.

4. A fully charged battery will automatically discharge when it is idle for a period of time. Note that it is normal for the battery to emit heat during the discharging process. 5. Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain battery health. If the battery is not used for an extended period, battery performance may be affected or may even cause permanent battery damage. If a battery has not been charged or discharged for three months or more, the battery will no longer be covered by the warranty.

6. For safety purposes, keep the batteries at a low power level in transit. Before transportation, it is recommended to discharge the batteries to 3 0% or lower.

Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment of the aircraft. Make sure the battery is fully inserted with a clicking sound, which indicates the battery buckles are securely fastened.

Press the battery buckle to remove the battery from the compartment.

• DO NOT insert or remove the battery while the aircraft is powered on.
Ensure the battery is inserted with a clicking sound. DO NOT launch the aircraft when the battery is not securely mounted, as this may cause poor contact between the battery and the aircraft and present hazards. Make sure the battery is mounted securely.

Press the power button once to check the current battery level.

1. Power Button 2. Battery Level LEDs

The battery level LEDs display the power level of the battery during charging and discharging. The statuses of the LEDs are defined below:

LED is on LED is flashing \textcircled{9} LED is off

Press, then press and hold the power button to power the aircraft on or off. The battery level LEDs display the battery level when the aircraft is powered on. The battery level LEDs turn off when the aircraft is powered off.

If the two LEDs shown in below picture blink simultaneously, it indicates the battery is malfunctioning. Remove the battery from the aircraft, insert the battery again and make sure that it is securely mounted.

Fully charge the battery before each use. It is recommended to use the charging devices provided by DJI or other chargers that support the USB PD fast charging protocol.

• The battery cannot be charged if the aircraft is powered on.

The table below shows the battery level during charging.

The blinking frequency of the battery level LEDs differs depending on the USB charger used. If the charging speed is fast, the battery level LEDs will blink quickly.

• Four LEDs blinking simultaneously indicates the battery is damaged.

The battery charging hub is designed to charge up to three Intelligent Flight Batteries. After the Intelligent Flight Batteries are installed, the charging hub can supply power to external devices via the USB-C port, such as remote controllers or mobile phones. The charging hub can also use the power accumulation function to transfer the remaining power of multiple lowpower batteries into the battery with the highest remaining power.

The environmental temperature affects the charging speed. Charging is faster in a well-ventilated environment at 25°\mathsf C (77°\mathsf F ) . The charging hub is only compatible with specific model of the Intelligent Flight Battery. DO NOT 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 touch the metal terminals on the battery ports.
Clean the metal terminals with a clean, dry cloth if there is any noticeable buildup.

1. USB-C Connector 2. Status LED 3. Function Button 4. Battery Release Button 5. Battery Port

Insert the batteries into the charging hub until there is a click. Connect the charging hub to a power outlet using a charger. The battery with the highest power level will be charged first. The rest will be charged in sequence according to their power levels. The battery can be stored in the charging hub after charging.

Remove the corresponding battery from the charging hub as shown.

1. Insert one or more batteries into the charging hub. Connect an external device via the USB-C port, such as a mobile phone or remote controller. 2. Press the function button, and the status LED of the charging hub turns solid green. The battery with the lowest power level will be discharged first, followed by the remaining batteries to be discharged sequentially. To stop charging the external device, disconnect the external device from the charging hub.

• If the remaining charge of a battery is lower than 7% , the battery cannot charge the external device.

1. Insert more than one battery into the charging hub, and press and hold the function button until the status LED turns green. The status LED of the charging hub pulses green, and the charge is transferred from the battery with the lowest power level to the battery with the highest power level. 2. To stop accumulating power, press and hold the function button until the status LED turns yellow. After stopping power accumulation, press the function button to check the power level of the batteries.

• Power accumulation stops automatically in the following situations:

The receiving battery is fully charged, or the power of the output battery is lower than 5% .

A charger or external device is connected to the charging hub or any battery is inserted or withdrawn from the charging hub during power accumulation. Power accumulation is interrupted for more than 15 minutes due to abnormal battery temperature.

After accumulating power, charge the battery with the lowest power level as soon as possible to avoid discharge.

Status LED Descriptions

The battery level LEDs can display battery protection notifications triggered by abnormal charging conditions.

If any of the battery protection mechanisms are activated, unplug the charger, and plug it in again to resume charging. If the charging temperature is abnormal, wait for it to return to normal. The battery will automatically resume charging without the need to unplug and plug in the charger again.

Make sure there are no stickers or objects on the gimbal before taking off. DO NOT tap or knock the gimbal after the aircraft is powered on. Launch the aircraft from open and flat ground to protect the gimbal. After installing the wide-angle lens, unfold the arms before powering on the aircraft. Make sure the gimbal is level and pointing forward before takeoff, so that the aircraft can correctly detect the installation status of the wide-angle lens. The gimbal will be level when the aircraft is powered on, if the gimbal rotates, recenter the gimbal using the remote controller or DJI Fly as follows:

◆ In the camera view of DJI Fly, tap > Control > Recenter Gimbal. Press the button that is used to control gimbal recenter/down on the remote controller.

Pano and Asteroid functions will not be available after the wide-angle lens is installed. Remove the gimbal protector before powering on the aircraft. Attach the gimbal protector when the aircraft is not in use. Precision elements in the gimbal may be damaged by 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 if the gimbal is obstructed by other objects when the aircraft is put on uneven ground or on grass, or if the gimbal experiences an excessive external force, such as during a collision. Wait for the gimbal to return to normal or restart the device.
• DO NOT apply external force to the gimbal after the aircraft is powered on.
DO NOT add any extra payload other than an official accessory to the gimbal, as this may cause the gimbal to function abnormally or even lead to permanent motor damage. Flying in heavy fog or clouds may make the gimbal wet, leading to temporary failure. The gimbal will recover full functionality once it is dry.
• If there are strong winds, the gimbal may vibrate while recording.
If the gimbal tilt angle is large during flight, and the aircraft tilts forward due to acceleration or deceleration, the gimbal will enter limit protection mode and automatically adjust the angle downward.

After powering on, if the aircraft is not placed flat for an extended period or if the it is significantly shaken, the gimbal may stop working and enter protection mode. In this case, place the aircraft flat and wait for it to recover.

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt of the gimbal. Alternatively, do so through the camera view in DJI Fly. Press and hold the screen until the gimbal adjustment bar appears. Drag the bar to control the gimbal’s angle.

Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes in > Control.

Follow Mode: The angle of the gimbal remains stable relative to the horizontal plane. This mode is suitable for capturing stable images.

FPV Mode: When the aircraft is flying forward, the gimbal rolls in sync with the rolling aircraft to provide a first-person flying experience.

DO NOT expose the camera lens to an environment with laser beams, such as a laser show, or point the camera at intense light sources for an extended period of time, such as the sun on a clear day, in order to avoid damaging the sensor. Make sure the temperature and humidity are suitable for the camera during use and storage.

• Use a lens cleanser to clean the lens to avoid damage or poor image quality.
DO NOT block any ventilation holes on the camera, as the heat generated may damage the device or cause injury.
• The cameras may not focus correctly in the following situations:

◆ Capturing photos and videos of dark objects far away. Capturing photos and videos of objects with repeating identical patterns and textures or objects without clear patterns or textures. Capturing photos and videos of shiny or reflective objects (such as street lighting and glass). ◆ Capturing photos and videos of flashing objects.

◆ Capturing photos and videos of fast-moving objects. ◆ When the aircraft/gimbal is moving fast. Capturing photos and videos of objects with varying distances in the focus range.

The aircraft supports the use of a microSD card to store your photos and videos. Refer to the Specifications for more information about recommended microSD cards.

Photos and videos can also be saved in the internal storage of the aircraft when no microSD card is available.

• Use QuickTransfer to export the footage to a mobile device.
Connect the aircraft to a computer using a data cable, export the footage in the internal storage of the aircraft or in the microSD card mounted on the aircraft. The aircraft does not need to be powered on during the exporting process. Remove the microSD card from the aircraft and insert it into a card reader, and export the footage in the microSD card through the card reader.

Ensure that the SD card slot and the microSD card are clean and free of foreign objects during use. DO NOT remove the microSD card from the aircraft when taking photos or videos. Otherwise, the microSD card may be damaged.

• Check camera settings before use to ensure they are configured correctly.
Before capturing important photos or videos, take a few images to test whether the camera is operating correctly. Make sure to power off the aircraft correctly. Otherwise, the camera parameters will not be saved, and any recorded images or videos may be affected. DJI is not responsible for any loss caused by an image or video recorded in a way that is not machine-readable.

Follow the steps below to quickly download photos and videos from the aircraft to your mobile device.

1. Power on the aircraft and wait until the self-diagnostic tests of the aircraft are complete. If the Allow QuickTransfer in Sleep feature is enabled in DJI Fly (enabled by default), the QuickTransfer can be used while the aircraft is powered off. 2. Turn on the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on the mobile device, and make sure the positioning function is enabled as well. 3. Enter QuickTransfer mode using one of the methods below.

• Launch DJI Fly and tap the QuickTransfer card on the home screen.
• Launch DJI Fly, go to Album, and tap in the upper right corner.

4. Once successfully connected, the files on the aircraft can be accessed and downloaded at high speed. Note that when connecting the mobile device to the aircraft for the first time, press and hold the power button of the aircraft to confirm.

When using Allow QuickTransfer in Sleep, you can only connect to an aircraft that displays the Sleep icon.

• In the DJI Fly camera view, tap > Camera to enable or disable Allow QuickTransfer in Sleep.

After enabling Allow QuickTransfer in Sleep, the aircraft will enter sleep mode after powering off, allowing you to use the QuickTransfer function. Sleep mode will automatically turn off after 12 hours of inactivity or when the battery is replaced. To restore sleep mode, press the power button once and wait for about 15 seconds. When using Allow QuickTransfer in Sleep, only the battery level LEDs will be on. If the mobile device and the aircraft are not connected via Wi-Fi or if the app is exited (and there are no ongoing download tasks) for more than 1 minute, the QuickTransfer will automatically exit, and the aircraft will return to sleep mode. The maximum download rate can only be achieved in countries and regions where the 5.8 GHz frequency is permitted by laws and regulations, when using devices that support 5.8 GHz frequency band and Wi-Fi connection, and in an environment without interference or obstruction. If 5.8 GHz is not allowed by local regulations (such as in Japan), or your mobile device does not support the 5.8 GHz frequency band, or the environment has severe interference, then QuickTransfer will use the 2.4 GHz frequency band and its maximum download rate will reduce to 6 MB/s.

When using QuickTransfer, it is not necessary to enter the Wi-Fi password on the settings page of the mobile device in order to connect. Launch DJI Fly and a prompt will appear to connect the aircraft. Use QuickTransfer in an unobstructed environment with no interference and stay away from sources of interference such as wireless routers, Bluetooth speakers, or headphones.

DJI RC 2 is equipped with a touchscreen powered by the Android operating system to run the DJI Fly app. The remote controller comes with many other functions such as built-in GNSS, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.

Press the power button once to check the current battery level.

Press, then press and hold to power the remote controller on or off.

Connect the charger to the USB-C port on the remote controller.

Fully charge the remote controller before each flight. The remote controller sounds an alert when the battery level is low. Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain the battery’s health.

1. Gimbal Dial: Control the tilt of the gimbal. 2. Record Button: Press once to start or stop recording. 3. Camera Control Dial: Use to adjust the zoom by default. The dial function can be set to other functions. 4. Focus/Shutter Button: Press halfway down to auto-focus and press all the way down to take a photo.

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode.

Press once to make the aircraft brake and hover in place.

Press and hold the button until the remote controller beeps and starts RTH. The aircraft will return to the last recorded Home Point. Press the button again to cancel RTH and regain control of the aircraft.

To view and set the button function, go to camera view in DJI Fly, and tap > Control > Button Customization.

1. Status LED 2. Battery Level LEDs

Battery Level LEDs

The remote controller beeps to indicate an error or warning. Pay attention when prompts appear on the touchscreen or in DJI Fly.

Slide down from the top of the screen and select Mute to disable all alerts, or slide the volume bar to 0 to disable some alerts.

The remote controller sounds an alert during RTH, which cannot be cancelled. The remote controller sounds an alert when the battery level of the remote controller is low. A low battery level alert can be cancelled by pressing the power button. When the battery level is critically low, the alert cannot be cancelled.

There will be an alert if the remote controller is not used for a period of time while it is powered on but is not connected to the aircraft. It will automatically power off after the alert stops. Move the control sticks or press any button to cancel the alert.

The signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable when the antennas are positioned in relation to the aircraft as illustrated below. If the signal is weak, adjust the remote controller orientation, or fly the aircraft closer to the remote controller.

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 displayed in DJI Fly if the transmission signal is weak during flight. Adjust the remote controller orientation according to the attitude indicator display to make sure that the aircraft is in the optimal transmission range.

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.

1. Power on the aircraft and the remote controller. 2. Launch DJI Fly. 3. In camera view, tap > Control > Re-pair to Aircraft. During linking, the status LED of the remote controller blinks blue and the remote controller beeps. 4. Press and hold the power button of the aircraft for more than four seconds. The aircraft beeps, and its battery level LEDs blink in sequence to indicate it is ready to link. The remote controller will beep twice, and its status LED will turn solid green to indicate linking is successful.

• 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.

• Note that the touchscreen is not waterproof. Operate with caution.

Back: Slide from the left or right to the center of the screen to return to the previous screen.

Return to DJI Fly: Slide up from the bottom of the screen to return to DJI Fly.

Open the status bar: Slide down from the top of the screen to open the status bar when in DJI Fly.

The status bar displays the time, Wi-Fi signal, battery level of the remote controller, etc.

Press the power button once to check the current battery level.

Press, then press and hold to power the remote controller on or off.

Connect the charger to the USB-C port on the remote controller.

• Fully charge the remote controller before each flight. The remote controller sounds an alert when the battery level is low.

Fully charge the battery at least once every three months to maintain the battery’s health.

1. Gimbal Dial: Control the tilt of the gimbal.

2. Customizable Button: Press and hold the customizable button and then use the gimbal dial to zoom in or out. 3. Shutter/Record Button: Press once to take a photo or to start or stop recording. 4. Photo/Video Button: Press once to switch between photo and video mode.

Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode.

Press once to make the aircraft brake and hover in place.

Press and hold the button until the remote controller beeps and starts RTH. The aircraft will return to the last recorded Home Point. Press the button again to cancel RTH and regain control of the aircraft.

To view and set the button function, go to camera view in DJI Fly, and tap > Control > Customizable Button.

Battery Level LEDs

The remote controller sounds an alert during RTH, which cannot be cancelled. The remote controller sounds an alert when the battery level of the remote controller is low. A low battery level alert can be cancelled by pressing the power button. When the battery level is critically low, the alert cannot be cancelled.

There will be an alert if the remote controller is not used for a period while it is powered on but is not connected to the aircraft or the DJI Fly app on the mobile device. The remote controller will automatically power off after the alert stops. Move the control sticks or press any button to cancel the alert.

The signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable when the antennas are positioned in relation to the aircraft as illustrated below. If the signal is weak, adjust the remote controller orientation, or fly the aircraft closer to the remote controller.

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 displayed in DJI Fly if the transmission signal is weak during flight. Adjust the remote controller orientation according to the attitude indicator display to make sure that the aircraft is in the optimal transmission range.

The remote controller is already linked to the aircraft when purchased together as a combo. Otherwise, follow the steps below to link the devices.

1. Power on the aircraft and the remote controller. 2. Launch DJI Fly. 3. In camera view, tap > Control > Re-pair to Aircraft. During linking, the remote controller beeps. 4. Press and hold the power button of the aircraft for more than four seconds. The aircraft beeps, and its battery level LEDs blink in sequence to indicate it is ready to link. The remote controller will beep twice to indicate linking is successful.

• 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.

Visit the following website for specifications.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/specs

Visit the following website to get the information on compatible products.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/faq

Use DJI Fly or DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) to update the aircraft and the remote controller firmware.

When connecting the aircraft or remote controller to DJI Fly, you will be notified if a new firmware update is available. To start updating, connect your remote controller or mobile device to the internet and follow the on-screen instructions. Note that you cannot update the firmware if the remote controller is not linked to the aircraft. An internet connection is required.

Use DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) to update the aircraft and the remote controller separately.

1. Power on the device. Connect the device to a computer with a USB-C cable. 2. Launch DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) and log in with your DJI account. 3. Select the device and click Firmware Update on the left side of the screen. 4. Select the firmware version. 5. Wait for the firmware to download. The firmware update will start automatically. Wait for the firmware update to complete.

The battery firmware is included in the aircraft firmware. Be sure to update all batteries.

Make sure to follow all the steps to update the firmware, otherwise the update may fail.

• Make sure the computer is connected to the internet during the update.
• DO NOT unplug the USB-C cable during an update.
Before performing an update, make sure the Intelligent Flight Battery is at least 4 0% charged and the remote controller is at least 2 0% charged. The firmware update will take approximately 10 minutes. During the update process, it is normal for the gimbal to go limp, the aircraft status indicators to blink, and the aircraft to reboot. Wait patiently for the update to complete.

Visit the following link and refer to the Release Notes for firmware update information:

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/downloads

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).

It is recommended to click the link below or scan the QR code to watch the tutorial video for installation and usage methods.

https://www.dji.com/air-3s/video

Enhanced Transmission integrates OcuSync video transmission technology with 4G networks. If the OcuSync video transmission is obstructed, experiencing interference, or used over long distances, 4G connectivity allows you to maintain aircraft control.

• Enhanced Transmission is only supported in some countries and regions.

The DJI Cellular Dongle 2 and its related service are only available in some countries and regions. Comply with local laws and regulations and DJI Cellular Dongle Terms of Service.

The installation requirements are as shown below:

• The aircraft needs to be installed with a DJI Cellular Dongle 2, and a nano-SIM card should be installed into the dongle in advance. Both the DJI Cellular Dongle 2 and the nano-SIM card need to be purchased separately.
• The DJI RC 2 remote controller can connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot to use Enhanced Transmission.
The DJI RC-N3 remote controller utilizes the 4G network of the mobile device for Enhanced Transmission.

Enhanced Transmission consumes data. If the transmission completely switches to a 4G network, a 30-minute flight consumes about 1 GB of data on the aircraft and the remote controller, respectively. This value is for reference only. Refer to the actual data usage.

Open the SIM card slot cover on the dongle, insert the nano-SIM card into the slot in the same direction as shown in the figure, and then close the cover.

It is strongly recommended to purchase a nano-SIM card which supports a 4G network from official channels of the local mobile network operator. DO NOT use an IoT SIM card, otherwise the video transmission quality will be seriously compromised. DO NOT use a SIM card provided by the virtual mobile network operator, otherwise it may lead to an inability to connect to the Internet. DO NOT cut the SIM card by yourself, otherwise the SIM card may be damaged, or the rough edges and corners may cause the SIM card to be unable to be inserted or removed properly.

If the SIM card is set with a password (PIN code), make sure to insert the SIM card into the mobile phone and cancel the PIN code setting, otherwise it will fail to connect to the Internet.

• Open the cover and push the nano-SIM card to partially eject it.

1. Remove the battery when the aircraft is powered off. Remove the cover. 2. Connect the antenna connectors to the dongle with the DJI logo facing up. Connect the USB-C port on the dongle with the USB-C port within the compartment.

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• DO NOT pull the antennas by force. Otherwise, the antennas may be damaged.

3. Install the battery to the aircraft. Power on the aircraft and the remote controller. Enter the camera view of DJI Fly, check and make sure that the 4G signal icon is displayed in the upper right corner, which indicates that dongle is installed correctly and is successfully detected by the aircraft. Install the cover.

1. Power on the aircraft and remote controller, and make sure they are successfully connected. 2. When using a DJI RC 2 remote controller, connect the remote controller to a Wi-Fi hotspot. When using a DJI RC-N3 remote controller, make sure your mobile device is connected to a 4G network. 3. Enter the camera view of DJI Fly and turn on Enhanced Transmission using either of the following methods:

• Tap the 4G signal icon and enable Enhanced Transmission.
Enter System Settings \ldots , and turn on Enhanced Transmission in the Transmission page.

Pay close attention to the video transmission signal strength after enabling Enhanced Transmission. Fly with caution. Tap the video transmission signal icon to view the current remote controller video transmission and 4G video transmission signal strength in the pop-up box.

To use Enhanced Transmission, you will need to purchase the Enhanced Transmission service. The dongle comes with a complimentary one-year Enhanced Transmission service

subscription. One year after the first use, the Enhanced Transmission service will require a renewal fee. To check the validity of the service, enter the home screen of DJI Fly, tap Profile > Device Management > My Accessories.

1. Remove the battery when the aircraft is powered off. Remove the cover. 2. Push the dongle forward to detach it from the aircraft.

• You can now replace or remove the nano-SIM card if needed.

3. If you need to remove the dongle from the aircraft, hold the metal connectors instead of the cables when disconnecting the antennas from the dongle.

• DO NOT pull the antennas by force. Otherwise, the antennas may be damaged.

Based on safe flight considerations, Enhanced Transmission can only be enabled when the OcuSync video transmission is in effect. If the OcuSync link is disconnected during flight, it is not possible to disable Enhanced Transmission.

In a 4G-only transmission scenario, restarting the remote controller or DJI Fly will result in failsafe RTH. The 4G video transmission cannot be restored before the OcuSync link is reconnected.

In the 4G-only transmission scenario, a takeoff countdown will start after the aircraft lands. If the aircraft does not take off before the countdown ends, it will not be allowed to take off until the OcuSync link is restored.

If using Enhanced Transmission by connecting the DJI RC 2 remote controller to a mobile device Wi-Fi hotspot, make sure to set the mobile device hotspot frequency band to 2.4 GHz and set the network mode to 4G for a better image transmission experience. It is not recommended to answer incoming phone calls with the same mobile device or connecting multiple devices to the same hotspot.

If using the DJI RC-N3 remote controller, Enhanced Transmission will utilize the 4G network of your phone. It is recommended to turn off the Wi-Fi of the mobile device while using Enhanced Transmission to reduce interference, avoid video transmission delay, and achieve better stability.

Due to certain restrictions on Android/iOS systems, if you receive a call, the DJI Fly app may be restricted from using the 4G network in the background, which can lead to unavailability of Enhanced Transmission. If the OcuSync link is disconnected at this time, it will lead to failsafe RTH.

The 4G network transmission speed is determined by the 4G signal strength of the aircraft and the remote controller at the current position and the network congestion level of the corresponding base station. The actual transmission experience is closely related to the local 4G network signal conditions. The 4G network signal conditions include both sides of the aircraft and the remote controller with various speeds. If the network signal of either the aircraft or remote controller is weak, has no signal, or is busy, the experience of 4G transmission may drop and lead to the video transmission freezing, a delayed response of the controls, loss of video transmission, or loss of controls.

Therefore, when using Enhanced Transmission:

1. Make sure to use the remote controller and aircraft in locations where the 4G signal is close to full for a better transmission experience. 2. If the OcuSync signal is disconnected, the video transmission may lag and stutter when the aircraft relies fully on a 4G signal. Fly with caution. 3. When the OcuSync signal is poor or disconnected, make sure to maintain an appropriate altitude during the flight. In open areas, try to keep the flight altitude below 120 meters for a better 4G signal. 4. For flight in the city with tall buildings, make sure to set a suitable RTH altitude (higher than the tallest building). 5. When the app prompts that the 4G signal is weak, fly with caution.

Make sure to perform a visual inspection so that the aircraft, remote controller, gimbal camera, Intelligent Flight Batteries, and propellers are in good condition. Contact DJI support if any damage is noticed.

• Make sure that the camera lens and vision system sensors are clean.
• Make sure to store aircraft correctly before transporting it.

To avoid serious injury to children and animals, observe the following rules:

1. Small parts, such as cables and straps, are dangerous if swallowed. Keep all parts out of reach of children and animals. 2. Store the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to ensure the built-in LiPo battery does NOT overheat. Recommended storage temperature: between 22° and 28°\subset 71° and 82° F ) for storage periods of more than three months. Never store in environments outside the temperature range of 14° to 113° F (- \cdot10° to 45° C ). 3. DO NOT allow the camera to come into contact with or become immersed in water or other liquids. If it gets wet, wipe dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. Turning on an aircraft that has fallen in water may cause permanent component damage. DO NOT use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners, or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the camera. DO NOT store the camera in humid or dusty areas. 4. DO NOT connect this product to any USB interface older than version 3.0. 5. Check every aircraft part after any crash or serious impact. If there are any problems or questions, contact a DJI authorized dealer. 6. Regularly check the Battery Level Indicators to see the current battery level and overall battery life. The battery is rated for 200 cycles. It is not recommended to continue use afterward. 7. Make sure to transport the aircraft with the arms folded when powered off. 8. Make sure to transport the remote controller with antennas folded when powered off. 9. The battery will enter sleep mode during long-term storage. Charge the battery to exit from sleep mode. 10. Use the ND filter if the exposure time needs to prolonged. Refer to the product information on how to install the ND filters. 11. Store the aircraft, remote controller, battery, and charger in a dry environment. 12. Remove the battery before servicing the aircraft (e.g., cleaning or attaching and detaching the propellers). Make sure that the aircraft and the propellers are clean by removing any dirt or dust with a soft cloth. Do not clean the aircraft with a wet cloth or use a cleanser that contains alcohol. Liquids can penetrate the aircraft housing, which can cause a short circuit and destroy the electronics. 13. Make sure to turn off the battery to replace or to check the propellers.

1. Why can the battery not be used before the first flight?

The battery must be activated by charging before using it for the first time.

2. How to solve the gimbal drift issue during flight?

Calibrate IMU and compass in DJI Fly. If the problem persists, contact DJI Support.

3. No function

Check if the Intelligent Flight battery and the remote controller are activated by charging. If the problems persist, contact DJI Support.

4. Power-on and start-up problems

Check if the battery has power. If yes, contact DJI Support if it cannot be started normally.

5. SW update issues

Follow the instructions in the user manual to update the firmware. If the firmware update fails, restart all the devices and try again. If the problem persists, contact DJI Support.

6. Procedures to reset to factory default or last known working configuration

Use the DJI Fly app to reset to factory default.

7. Shutdown and power-off problems

Contact DJI Support.

8. How to detect careless handling or storage in unsafe conditions

Contact DJI Support.

When the aircraft detects a risk after powering on, there will be a warning prompt on DJI Fly. Pay attention to the list of situations below.

• If the location is not suitable for takeoff.
• If an obstacle is detected during flight.
• If the location is not suitable for landing.
• If the compass and IMU experience interference and need to be calibrated.
• Follow the on-screen instructions when prompted.

Observe the local regulations related to electronic devices when disposing of the aircraft and remote controller.

Dispose of the batteries in specific recycling containers only after a complete discharge. DO NOT dispose of the batteries in regular trash containers. Strictly follow the local regulations regarding the disposal and recycling of batteries.

Dispose of a battery immediately if it cannot be powered on after over-discharging.

If the power on/off button on the Intelligent Flight Battery is disabled and the battery cannot be fully discharged, contact a professional battery disposal/recycling agency for further assistance.

DJI Air 3S is compliant with C1 certification requirements. There are some requirements and restrictions when using DJI Air 3S in EU member states, EFTA member states (EFTA,i.e. Norway, lceland,Liechtenstein,Switzerland) and Georgia.

The MTOM of DJI Air 3S (Model CZ3SCL) is 740 g to comply with C1 requirements.

You must follow the instructions below to comply with the MTOM requirements for each model:

DO NOT add any payload to the aircraft except the items listed in the List of Items including qualified accessories section.

• DO NOT use any non-qualified replacement parts, such as intelligent flight batteries or propellers, etc.
• DO NOT retrofit the aircraft.

List of Items, including qualified accessories

* Not included in the original packaging. For how to install and use the ND Filters Set, Wide-Angle Lens, and Propeller Guards, refer to the Product Information for these accessories respectively.

• DJI Air 3S Propellers
• DJI Air 3S Intelligent Flight Battery

• Transport Method: Wi-Fi Beacon.
Method of uploading the UAS Operator Registration Number to the aircraft: Enter DJI Fly, tap > Safety > UAS Remote Identification, and then upload UAS operator registration number.

The remote controller indicator will glow red after disconnecting with the aircraft. DJI Fly will issue a warning prompt after disconnecting from the aircraft. The remote controller will beep and power off automatically after disconnecting from aircraft and with no operation for a long time.

The battery level LEDs will start blinking slowly after disconnecting from the aircraft. The remote controller will beep and power off automatically after disconnecting from the aircraft and with no operation for a long time.

Avoid interference between the remote controller and other wireless equipment. Make sure to turn off the Wi-Fi on nearby mobile devices. Land the aircraft as soon as possible if there is interference. Release the control sticks or press the flight pause button if an unexpected operation occurs.

GEO Awareness contains the features listed below.

UGZ (Unmanned Geographical Zone) Data update: You can update the FlySafe data by using the data update feature automatically or storing the data in the aircraft manually.

Method 1: Go to Settings in DJI Fly and tap About > FlySafe Data > Check for Updates to update the FlySafe data automatically. Method 2: Check the website of your national aviation authority regularly and obtain latest UGZ data to import to your aircraft. Go to Settings in DJI Fly, tap About > FlySafe Data > Import from Files, and then follow the on-screen instructions to store and import the UGZ data manually.

A prompt will appear in the DJI Fly app when the import completes successfully. If the import fails due to improper data format, follow the on-screen prompt and retry.

Before takeoff, users must download the latest GEO Zone data from the official aviation regulation website of the country or region where the aircraft is being used. It is the responsibility of the user to make sure that the GEO zone data is the latest version and that it is applied to every flight.

GEO Awareness Map Drawing: After the latest UGZ data is updated, a flight map with a restricted zone will be displayed in the DJI Fly app. Name, effective time, height limit, etc., can be viewed by tapping the area.

GEO Awareness Pre-Warning: The app will prompt you with warning information when the aircraft is near or in a restricted area to remind you to fly with caution.

The vertical part of Geo-Awareness may use the AMSL altitude or the AGL height. The choice between these two references is specified individually for each UGZ. Neither AMSL altitude nor the AGL height is supported by DJI Air 3S. The height H appears in the DJI

Fly app camera view, which is the height from the aircraft takeoff point to the aircraft. The height above the takeoff point may be used as an approximation but may differ more or less from the given altitude/height for a specific UGZ. The remote pilot remains responsible for not breaching the vertical limits of the UGZ.

Appear red in the DJI app. You will be prompted with a warning, and flight is prevented. UA cannot fly or take off in these zones. Restricted Zones may be unlocked, to unlock contact flysafe@dji.com or go to Unlock A Zone at dji.com/flysafe.

Appear blue in the DJI app. You will be prompted with a warning, and flight is limited by default. UA cannot fly or take off in these zones unless authorized. Authorization Zones may be unlocked by authorized users using a DJI verified account.

Altitude zones are zones with a limited altitude and appear in gray on the map. When approaching, you will receive a warning in the DJI app.

A warning message will appear when the drone reaches the edge of the zone.

1. UA can take off and fly into these zones with a warning message which needs user confirmation

A warning message will prompt you when the drone reaches the edge of the zone.

1. UA can take off and fly into these zones with a warning message

When the aircraft and DJI Fly app cannot obtain a GPS signal, the GEO awareness function will be inoperative. Interference of the aircraft antenna or disabling the GPS authorization in DJI Fly will cause the GPS signal fails to be obtained.

Make sure to read the Drone Information Notices document included in the package before use.

Visit the link below for more EASA notice information on traceability.

https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/document-library/general-publications/dronesinformation-notices

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The unmanned aircraft system is equipped with a Remote ID system that meets the requirements of 14 CFR Part 89.

• The aircraft automatically broadcasts Remote ID messages from takeoff to shutdown. An external device such as a cell phone or tablet is required to be connected as a location source to DJI mobile devices without an integrated GNSS system, [1] and must run the DJI flight control app such as DJI Fly in the foreground and always allow the DJI flight control app to obtain its accurate location information. The connected external device must minimally be one of the following:

◆ FCC Certified personal wireless device that uses GPS with SBAS (WAAS) for location services; or ◆ FCC Certified personal wireless device with integrated GNSS.

Also, the external device must be operated in a way that does not interfere with the location reported and its correlation to the operator location.

• The aircraft automatically initiates a pre-flight self-test (PFST) of the Remote ID system before takeoff and cannot take off if it does not pass the PFST. [2] The results of the PFST of the Remote ID system can be viewed in either a DJI flight control app such as DJI Fly or DJI goggles.
• The aircraft monitors the Remote ID system functionality from pre-flight to shut down. If the Remote ID system malfunctions or has a failure, an alarm will be displayed in either a DJI flight control app such as DJI Fly or DJI goggles.
• The aircraft using the Intelligent Flight Battery does not activate Remote ID system.
You can visit the official website of FAA to learn more about aircraft registration and Remote ID requirements.

[1] DJI mobile devices without an integrated GNSS system such as DJI RC-N3, and DJI Goggles 2. [2] The pass criterion for PFST is that the hardware and software of the Remote ID required-data source and radio transmitter in the Remote ID system are functioning properly.

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