dji NAZA-M User Manual

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NAZA-M Quick Start Guide V 1.0
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www.dji-innovations.com. This page is updated regularly. Any technical updates and manual corrections will
be available on this web page. Due to unforeseen changes or product upgrades, the information contained in
this manual is subject to change without notice.
Please strictly follow these steps to mount and connect the NAZA-M system on your multi-rotor, as well as to
install the Assistant Software on your computer.
This manual is only for basic assembly and configuration; you can obtain more details and advanced
instructions when using the assistant software. To assure you have the latest information, please visit our
website and download the latest manual and current software version.
Index
INDEX ............................................................................................................................................................1
DISCLAIMER & WARNING ..............................................................................................................................2
CAUTIONS .....................................................................................................................................................3
TRADEMARK .................................................................................................................................................4
ASSEMBLY &CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................................................5
STEP1 ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................................................... 5
STEP2 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................. 6
STEP3 ASSISTANT SOFTWARE USAGE ......................................................................................................................... 6
STEP4 COMPASS CALIBRATION.................................................................................................................................. 7
FLYING TEST ...................................................................................................................................................8
STEP1 CONTROL MODE KNOWLEDGE ........................................................................................................................ 8
STEP2 START & STOP MOTOR KNOWLEDGE ................................................................................................................ 9
SETP3 FLYING TEST............................................................................................................................................... 10
STEP4 INTELLIGENT ORIENTATION CONTROL (IOC) FLIGHT (WITH GPS MODULE) ............................................................. 12
APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................... 14
FIRMWARE & ASSISTANT SOFTWARE UPGRADE .......................................................................................................... 14
REINSTALL THE GPS IN AN OFFSETTING ANGLE .......................................................................................................... 14
PORT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................................................. 15
LED DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................................ 16
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 17
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dji NAZA-M Specifications

General

Input Voltage	4.8V ~ 5.5V
Firmware Upgrade	Supported
Supported ESC Output	400Hz refresh frequency
Recommended Transmitter	PCM or 2.4GHz with minimum 4 channels
Weight	25g
Compass Accuracy	±2°
Max Angular Velocity	200°/s
Max Tilt Angle	45°
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +50°C
Assistant Software	DJI NAZA-M Assistant
Assistant Software System Requirement	Windows XP SP3 / Windows 7 / Windows 8
GPS Accuracy	Horizontal: ±2.5m, Vertical: ±0.8m
Max Ascent/Descent Speed	6m/s
Hovering Accuracy	Vertical: ±0.8m, Horizontal: ±2.5m

Summary

Disclaimer & Warning

Cautions

Trademark

Assembly & Configuration

Step 1 Assembly

Install the main controller, VU module and receiver to the aircraft, and connect according to the diagram.

Step 2 Software and Driver Installation

Download and install the driver and NAZA-M assistant software from the DJI website.

Step 3 Assistant Software Usage

Connect the NAZA-M to PC and run the assistant software for first-time configuration.

Step 4 Compass Calibration

Calibrate the compass by rotating the multi-rotor in horizontal and vertical directions.

Flying Test

Step 1 Control Mode Knowledge

Learn about the three control modes (Manual, ATTI., GPS ATTI.) and their features for flight.

Step 2 Start & Stop Motor Knowledge

Understand how to start and stop motors using Immediately or Intelligent modes for safety.

Step 3 Flying Test

Perform pre-flight checks and execute basic flying procedures for ATTI. and GPS ATTI. modes.

Step 4 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Flight

Learn how to use Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) for course lock and home lock flying.

Appendix

Firmware & Assistant Software Upgrade

Follow procedures to upgrade firmware and assistant software for optimal performance.

Reinstall the GPS in an Offsetting Angle

Adjust GPS mounting angle if the multi-rotor does not track straight in forward flight.

Port Description

Details the function of each port on the Main Controller, Versatile Unit, and GPS/Compass.

LED Description

Explains the meaning of LED indicators for control modes, calibration, and errors.

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications including functions, peripherals, electrical, and flight performance.