dji Phantom 1 User Manual

DJI Phantom 1 & FC40 setup – Getting Started Guide
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DJI Phantom 1 & FC40 setup – Getting Started Guide
Note – the following is for new users or buyers of the Phantom FC40 or Phantom 1 models.
These models can be identified by the single round LED on the quadcopter read and the
battery compartment door on the front. The FC40 includes a camera while the plain Phantom
1 comes with a GoPro holder.
Have you recently acquired a Phantom FC40 or Phantom 1? The Holiday season often ends
with the unboxing of thousands of new Quadcopters!
If so – and if you have limited experience with the DJI Phantoms and advanced Quadcopters –
please read and understand the following before taking to the air.
Before taking your Phantom outside to fly!
Read the manual at least twice. You can download the newest electronic version at:
http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-fc40/download
Basic Definitions:
NAZA – the flight controller box (F/C) inside your Phantom which contains the hardware and
software which makes your quadcopter work.
NAZA Assistant – the software, windows or mac, which allows you to upgrade, test and
change various settings on your Phantom.
Transmitter or TX – the remote control (usually a white box with two “sticks”) which you use
to control your Phantom.
S1 and S2 (called X1 and X2 in the Assistant program!) – the switches on the upper right (S1)
and left (S2) of your TX. These set the “modes” which the Phantom responds to and can be
programmed in the NAZA assistant software.

dji Phantom 1 Specifications

General

Product color	Red, White
Frequency band	2.4 GHz
Maximum operating distance	1000 m

Weight and Dimensions

Width	350 mm
Height	190 mm

Summary

Pre-Flight Preparations

Manual Download and Review

Download and read the latest electronic version of the manual for setup guidance.

Basic Definitions

Key terms such as NAZA, NAZA Assistant, and Transmitter are defined for understanding.

Assembly and Software Setup

Assemble Quadcopter and Install Camera

Steps for assembling the quadcopter and installing the FC40 camera.

Phantom Software Installation and Upgrading

Guide to installing and upgrading the Phantom's flight software.

NAZA Assistant Configuration

NAZA Assistant Setup and Updates

Open NAZA assistant, install firmware updates, and configure key settings.

Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)

Explanation of Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functions like Course Lock and Home Lock.

Advanced IMU Calibration

Perform advanced IMU calibration if prompted by the NAZA software.

Compass Calibration

Compass Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for calibrating the Phantom's compass outdoors.

First Flight and Landing

Time to Fly! - Takeoff and Hover

Instructions for starting motors, taking off, hovering, and basic flight control testing.

Landing Procedure

Procedure for safely landing the Phantom by controlling descent and motor shutdown.

Flying and Orientation

Orientation and Mode Familiarization

Learn to maintain orientation and become familiar with ATTI mode.

FC40 Camera and App Usage

Details on using the FC40 camera, its app, settings, and error codes.

Product Status and Summary

Product Discontinuation Note

Information regarding the discontinuation of Phantom 1 and FC40 models.