A complete 4K camera and 3-axis gimbal system come integrated
with the Phantom 3 Professional edition quadcopter from DJI. In
addition to video, the camera is capable shooting up to 12MP still photos using
JPEG or non-proprietary DNG RAW format. The three axes of the gimbal give you
pan and tilt control, and keep the horizon line level even as the aircraft
banks. Different gimbal settings allow the camera to lock onto a fixed subject,
be moved manually using transmitter rotaries or the app, or to simply provide
camera stabilization.
This bundle of the Phantom 3 is classed as "ready-to-fly." This means
the basics to get you in the air are included - a flight battery, charger, and
pre-bound handheld transmitter (radio controller), and 16GB microSD card among
them. Depending on you application, you may also require additional memory
cards, additional flight batteries, and a mobile device to access the app, and
possibly other accessories. Also note that a number of important compass and
GPS calibration steps must be carried out before flying to ensure the flight
control computer operates correctly. Please refer to the manual or Quick Start
Guide before your first flight.
Phantom 3 Flight Control System
Main Controller
The burden of processing and analyzing flight data in real
time it taken up by the Main Controller, the brains of the computerized flight
control system. It collects data from the entire system, including motor speed,
GPS location, your command inputs, and data from automatic sensors, and
analyzes it all to tell your Phantom 3 exactly how to behave at any given
moment
GPS Navigation
Because of the complexity associated with multi-rotor
aircraft the Phantom 3 relies on a GPS-based navigation system to maintain
flight stability and provide other features. While fully manual operation is
possible, most users, especially videographers hoping to get the smoothest
possible shoots, will opt for one of the GPS-assisted modes
IMU
The Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) uses a 6-axis gyroscope
plus an accelerometer to keep track the slightest tilt or change in
acceleration. This data is relayed to the Main Controller and used to help
maintain a stable flight
ESCs
Four Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs) not only relay vital
motor speed information to the Main Controller, they also send commands back to
the motors based on your input. This constant communication helps keeps your
Phantom 3 stable in flight, and also helps you achieve any flight movement,
from gentle pans to rapid acceleration
Vision Positioning System for Indoor Navigation
Vision Positioning System uses a specially designed camera as
well as sonic waves to provide comparable stability function indoors or close
to the ground as GPS does outdoors. This technology allows the Phantom 3 to
hold its location, stop when the controls are released, and quickly respond to
pilot commands even when GPS is unavailable
Auto-Takeoff
With one tap in the DJI Pilot app, the Phantom 3 will turn on
its motors and raise to a pre-set height. It will then hover in place,
completely motionless until you direct it where to go
Auto-Landing
When GPS is available, the Phantom 3 remembers the exact spot
that it took off. Simply tap a button to have it return to the point from which
it took off
Return to Home Failsafe
If the Quadcopter loses the signal from the controller for
any reason or the battery starts to run low the "return to home"
feature will initialize. The aircraft will ascend to 60 feet then make a
straight-line course back to the "home position" you will have
defined during the GPS calibration process. Once there, it will safely descend
to the ground and power itself off
Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)
IOC is designed to help make flying more intuitive.
Nominally, the yaw control will allow the Quadcopter to rotate continuously,
which can quickly become confusing if you lose track of which way is
"front". Suddenly your controls can get mixed up, where pressing
right causes the craft to move left and pressing forward causes it move
backward. Intelligent Orientation Control prevents this from happening, keeping
the "tail" of the Quadcopter pointed roughly toward the pilot at all
times
On-Board 4K Camera
Up to 4K Video and 12MP Stills
The included camera system features video recording at up to
4K30 (4096 x 2160) in H.264 and also takes JPEG and DNG RAW photos at 12MP. The
camera mounts via an integrated 3-axis gimbal that provides stabilization as
well as pan and tilt control. Media is recorded internally to a microSD card
94° Wide Angle Lens
The camera features a 94° angle-of-view lens, which is a
narrower angle than a fisheye for less distortion while still being wide enough
to enable capturing establishing shots. The lens features an f/2.8 aperture and
is comprised of 9 elements, including an aspherical element
Integrated 3-Axis Gimbal
The gimbal provides stability by counteracting unwanted
motion such as wind buffeting or vibration and also keeps the horizon level
even as the quadcopter banks. Control dials on the transmitter (radio controller)
allow you to manually pan and tilt the camera
DJI Pilot App for Android and iOS
Camera Control and Live 720p Monitoring
View a live 720p HD image with the free Pilot mobile for
Android or iOS mobile device. The app also enables full camera control, letting
you set parameters such as camera tilt, ISO, shutter speed, white balance as
well as set video start/stop and take photos. The mobile device tethers to the
transmitter via USB (cable available separately). A wireless range of up to 1.2
miles line-of-sight is provided (depending on conditions)
In-App Editing and Upload
Once recorded, photos and video footage can be downloaded
directly to the phone allowing them to be edited complete video with music,
text, and more, and shared on Facebook, Instagram, or other social media
networks - even while the Quadcopter is still in the air. If you have an
Internet connection, you can even stream live to YouTube
Flight Simulator
The app isn't just for flying. A flight simulator allows you
to get some practice in before taking to the skies. A flight log allows you to
review all of your past flights, with the time, duration, and even photos and
videos you took
Handheld Transmitter (Radio Controller) Included
Intuitive Design
With sensitive control sticks, dedicated buttons, and over
1.2 mile range, the customizable Phantom 3 remote controller has been designed
to put the controls you need where you need them. Functionality includes:
Power on/off
Take photos
Start/stop recording video
Gimbal control dial
Camera settings dial
Sensitive control sticks
Flight mode switch
Return Home button
USB output
Customizable buttons
Mobile device holder
Power indicators
Slip-free rubber matte
Integrated Lightbridge Ground Station Support
Control, a live video feed (FPV), telemetry overlay (OSD),
and more are all rolled into one app-based solution. Simply mount a compatible
iOS or Android mobile device (available separately) on the transmitter
(controller) with the included mobile device holder and connects via USB.
Commutation between the app and the Phantom 3 is facilitated by the
transmitter's radio, meaning signal quality won't be hampered by relying on the
mobile device's Wi-Fi
Mobile Device-Compatible
A type A female USB connector is provided for tethering an
iOS or Android smartphone or tablet for live FPV monitoring and camera
operation. A mobile device holder is included for mounting your device directly
to the transmitter. It adjusts to accommodate both smartphones and tablets in landscape
orientation
Rechargeable Battery
A 6000mAh LiPo battery is provided to power the transmitter.
An AC charger is included for charging the battery while in the transmitter.
Four LEDs on the front of the transmitter indicate remaining battery life or charge
status
Additional Features
Intelligent Flight Battery
The flight battery slots into the "tail" of the
Phantom 3 and features and on/off switch plus four LED charge indicators that
are visible while flying - so you can keep track of remaining flight time
without needing to consult the app. For recharging, balance and power
regulation is handled internally within the battery itself. You simply plug it
into a wall outlet with the supplied power cord and you are good to go
Self-Tightening Rotors
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) have been applied to the
prop design, providing them with increased thrust and better efficiency
compared to previous props used on earlier Phantom models. The self-tightening
design helps ensure they do not loosen in flight and not require a separate
prop nut
A complete 4K camera and 3-axis gimbal system come integrated
with the Phantom 3 Professional edition quadcopter from DJI. In
addition to video, the camera is capable shooting up to 12MP still photos using
JPEG or non-proprietary DNG RAW format. The three axes of the gimbal give you
pan and tilt control, and keep the horizon line level even as the aircraft
banks. Different gimbal settings allow the camera to lock onto a fixed subject,
be moved manually using transmitter rotaries or the app, or to simply provide
camera stabilization.
This bundle of the Phantom 3 is classed as "ready-to-fly." This means
the basics to get you in the air are included - a flight battery, charger, and
pre-bound handheld transmitter (radio controller), and 16GB microSD card among
them. Depending on you application, you may also require additional memory
cards, additional flight batteries, and a mobile device to access the app, and
possibly other accessories. Also note that a number of important compass and
GPS calibration steps must be carried out before flying to ensure the flight
control computer operates correctly. Please refer to the manual or Quick Start
Guide before your first flight.
Phantom 3 Flight Control System
Main Controller
The burden of processing and analyzing flight data in real
time it taken up by the Main Controller, the brains of the computerized flight
control system. It collects data from the entire system, including motor speed,
GPS location, your command inputs, and data from automatic sensors, and
analyzes it all to tell your Phantom 3 exactly how to behave at any given
moment
GPS Navigation
Because of the complexity associated with multi-rotor
aircraft the Phantom 3 relies on a GPS-based navigation system to maintain
flight stability and provide other features. While fully manual operation is
possible, most users, especially videographers hoping to get the smoothest
possible shoots, will opt for one of the GPS-assisted modes
IMU
The Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) uses a 6-axis gyroscope
plus an accelerometer to keep track the slightest tilt or change in
acceleration. This data is relayed to the Main Controller and used to help
maintain a stable flight
ESCs
Four Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs) not only relay vital
motor speed information to the Main Controller, they also send commands back to
the motors based on your input. This constant communication helps keeps your
Phantom 3 stable in flight, and also helps you achieve any flight movement,
from gentle pans to rapid acceleration
Vision Positioning System for Indoor Navigation
Vision Positioning System uses a specially designed camera as
well as sonic waves to provide comparable stability function indoors or close
to the ground as GPS does outdoors. This technology allows the Phantom 3 to
hold its location, stop when the controls are released, and quickly respond to
pilot commands even when GPS is unavailable
Auto-Takeoff
With one tap in the DJI Pilot app, the Phantom 3 will turn on
its motors and raise to a pre-set height. It will then hover in place,
completely motionless until you direct it where to go
Auto-Landing
When GPS is available, the Phantom 3 remembers the exact spot
that it took off. Simply tap a button to have it return to the point from which
it took off
Return to Home Failsafe
If the Quadcopter loses the signal from the controller for
any reason or the battery starts to run low the "return to home"
feature will initialize. The aircraft will ascend to 60 feet then make a
straight-line course back to the "home position" you will have
defined during the GPS calibration process. Once there, it will safely descend
to the ground and power itself off
Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)
IOC is designed to help make flying more intuitive.
Nominally, the yaw control will allow the Quadcopter to rotate continuously,
which can quickly become confusing if you lose track of which way is
"front". Suddenly your controls can get mixed up, where pressing
right causes the craft to move left and pressing forward causes it move
backward. Intelligent Orientation Control prevents this from happening, keeping
the "tail" of the Quadcopter pointed roughly toward the pilot at all
times
On-Board 4K Camera
Up to 4K Video and 12MP Stills
The included camera system features video recording at up to
4K30 (4096 x 2160) in H.264 and also takes JPEG and DNG RAW photos at 12MP. The
camera mounts via an integrated 3-axis gimbal that provides stabilization as
well as pan and tilt control. Media is recorded internally to a microSD card
94° Wide Angle Lens
The camera features a 94° angle-of-view lens, which is a
narrower angle than a fisheye for less distortion while still being wide enough
to enable capturing establishing shots. The lens features an f/2.8 aperture and
is comprised of 9 elements, including an aspherical element
Integrated 3-Axis Gimbal
The gimbal provides stability by counteracting unwanted
motion such as wind buffeting or vibration and also keeps the horizon level
even as the quadcopter banks. Control dials on the transmitter (radio controller)
allow you to manually pan and tilt the camera
DJI Pilot App for Android and iOS
Camera Control and Live 720p Monitoring
View a live 720p HD image with the free Pilot mobile for
Android or iOS mobile device. The app also enables full camera control, letting
you set parameters such as camera tilt, ISO, shutter speed, white balance as
well as set video start/stop and take photos. The mobile device tethers to the
transmitter via USB (cable available separately). A wireless range of up to 1.2
miles line-of-sight is provided (depending on conditions)
In-App Editing and Upload
Once recorded, photos and video footage can be downloaded
directly to the phone allowing them to be edited complete video with music,
text, and more, and shared on Facebook, Instagram, or other social media
networks - even while the Quadcopter is still in the air. If you have an
Internet connection, you can even stream live to YouTube
Flight Simulator
The app isn't just for flying. A flight simulator allows you
to get some practice in before taking to the skies. A flight log allows you to
review all of your past flights, with the time, duration, and even photos and
videos you took
Handheld Transmitter (Radio Controller) Included
Intuitive Design
With sensitive control sticks, dedicated buttons, and over
1.2 mile range, the customizable Phantom 3 remote controller has been designed
to put the controls you need where you need them. Functionality includes:
Power on/off
Take photos
Start/stop recording video
Gimbal control dial
Camera settings dial
Sensitive control sticks
Flight mode switch
Return Home button
USB output
Customizable buttons
Mobile device holder
Power indicators
Slip-free rubber matte
Integrated Lightbridge Ground Station Support
Control, a live video feed (FPV), telemetry overlay (OSD),
and more are all rolled into one app-based solution. Simply mount a compatible
iOS or Android mobile device (available separately) on the transmitter
(controller) with the included mobile device holder and connects via USB.
Commutation between the app and the Phantom 3 is facilitated by the
transmitter's radio, meaning signal quality won't be hampered by relying on the
mobile device's Wi-Fi
Mobile Device-Compatible
A type A female USB connector is provided for tethering an
iOS or Android smartphone or tablet for live FPV monitoring and camera
operation. A mobile device holder is included for mounting your device directly
to the transmitter. It adjusts to accommodate both smartphones and tablets in landscape
orientation
Rechargeable Battery
A 6000mAh LiPo battery is provided to power the transmitter.
An AC charger is included for charging the battery while in the transmitter.
Four LEDs on the front of the transmitter indicate remaining battery life or charge
status
Additional Features
Intelligent Flight Battery
The flight battery slots into the "tail" of the
Phantom 3 and features and on/off switch plus four LED charge indicators that
are visible while flying - so you can keep track of remaining flight time
without needing to consult the app. For recharging, balance and power
regulation is handled internally within the battery itself. You simply plug it
into a wall outlet with the supplied power cord and you are good to go
Self-Tightening Rotors
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) have been applied to the
prop design, providing them with increased thrust and better efficiency
compared to previous props used on earlier Phantom models. The self-tightening
design helps ensure they do not loosen in flight and not require a separate
prop nut
