DJI Air 2s Setup and Settings Beginners Guide

[@robertstrickland1979]

This video is best i have seen when comes to the DJI Air 2S. It was very informative and easy to follow you as you described the setup of the drone. I had a Mavic Pro so i learned to fly on that, however i sold it and now i want to get back into another Drone and The Air 2S is my choice. thanks for the outstanding video

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks so much!

[@viewsbynoe]

Thanks! this video really changed my life!

[@JakeSloan]

Glad to hear it!

[@henrydevon]

Thanks, best beginner guide I’ve seen!!

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you

[@stefanpetersen9249]

One of the best tutorials so far, got my air 2 s yesterday and it was really helpful even if this is my third DJI drone , fyi. those three drones was not crashed but sold... Great videos you post on KZbin. Thanks a lot and cheers From Thailand

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@ericcole8235]

Gonna watch this again soon with drone on. Haven't adjusted much on my air2s yet. Great vid

[@JakeSloan]

Nice!!

[@thomastessier4529]

Very good video for this drone, I decided to get the Mavic Air 2S based on your recommendation, can't wait to get it and get started.

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome!

[@alexandrzatonsky]

That's such "BS free" video, man. Really appreciate this.

[@JakeSloan]

At first when I read this I thought you said such a BS video lol, Thanks a lot cheers!

[@Nawabid]

@@JakeSloan lol that's what I thought, as well.

[@Nawabid]

*Just got my Air 2S, really excited can't wait till the batteries are charged. AFTER ALL THE OTHER VIDEO TUTORIALS, this was by far the best. I found it to be simple but did not lack any details. 【I subbed】*

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you very much!

[@striperseeker]

Thanks!

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@MuddyRuttzz]

Thanks for the great video! Just got my FJI Air 2S Drone and was intimidated just taking it out of the box. Haven’t flown it yet but I’m glad to know it has a tutorial. I’ll use that first.

[@JakeSloan]

awesome also check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/baSYhYx8hbVpi9k it will help you get ready for and do your first few flights! Cheers

[@carltoncain9966]

Luckily, the air 2s is not that hard to figure out but I still appreciate the effort you put into creating this video! It's such a big help!

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@marcellusjeremias5049]

pro tip : you can watch series at flixzone. Me and my gf have been using it for watching a lot of movies these days.

[@brodycade6577]

@Marcellus Jeremias Definitely, have been watching on flixzone} for since december myself =)

[@karlovepost]

Thank you so much for this video. I have just bought a DJI AIR 2 S and think it was very well explained how it works. When it gets a little warmer in the weather, I will take the drone out and test it a bit myself as well, with good inspiration from your video. I have now started subscribing to your channel, and will be watching through many more videos that you have made. Thank you so much again, wish you all the best!

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks and glad it helped! Cheers

[@thomastessier4529]

Looks like you are on a gravel bar along the Knik River.

[@JakeSloan]

Exactly right

[@allanw.gackstetter7969]

Jake….. I’ve been looking at videos a good part of the day and I have to say I feel like I should pay you something for one hell of an outstanding performance Outstanding my friend outstanding thank you so much😊

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you so much!!

[@ornulfkittelsen]

Thanks Jake, this was an amazing video. I have charged my batteries and RC, but have yet to fly. With this, I totally feel more prepared. Awesome.

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!!

[@shanestefanski4748]

What a great drone this one is! And thanks for the guide! It's a comprehensive tutorial even experienced ones can learn so much stuff here, thanks man!

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@gregsmith146]

Thanks for the walkthrough! The Master Shot is quite the drone trick so to speak! Another fun thing to do on your drone!

[@JakeSloan]

You're welcome!

[@SoundSpeeds]

How nice of you to make this video and release it now. I'm getting dangerously close to impulse buying this drone using your links. Question: Are the low noise props really worth it?

[@creativeruckus]

yes, the low noise props are quieter - well as compared to an original phantom 4 anyway.

[@JakeSloan]

They are great! these drones are getting really quiet with them so you can hover 10-15ft away and really not be annoyed by the sound

[@chris___howland___photography]

I'm getting close to buying it also. I fly the Autel Evo 1, but some of the features and capabilities of this drone has me drooling. lol. Did you pick this up yet?

[@martinblack1826]

The most informative video I have found

[@JakeSloan]

glad to hear it

[@lyndasteel2363]

Thankyou Jake. Awesome video. I've just upgraded from a mavic mini 2 to the mavic air 2s. Amazing in the wind here in Western Australia! Thanks for all the tips. Very clear, and well documented.

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome!!

[@indypicker6517]

Thank you Jake for the thorough video. I found you when I was trying to decide which drone to get and your video comparing the Mavic Air 2 and the DJI Air 2S and you did a fine job of selling me on this drone. So, of course I subscribed and came back when I finally pulled the plug. Batteries are charging and I can't wait to get this bird in the air.

[@JakeSloan]

glad to hear it!

[@edmal5870]

Outstanding video Jake! Many thanks for putting together this methodical and easy to follow tutorial. I just purchased my first drone (Mavic Air 2S) after years of flying RC helicopters and like everything there is a learning curve with these drones with plenty of information to absorb. I was developing my own “self-paced” training program but your video was really helpful to get me started. 😎

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you Ed! If you want to learn to fly your air 2s I do offer a course that will walk you step by step through learning to fly a drone!

[@m118lr]

A great tutorial from a beautiful state, MUCH appreciated. You’ve included a PRETTY FAST rundown of a LOT of APP info. Have an A2S incoming in a couple days. Looking forward to it! Subbed…

[@JakeSloan]

Play it at half speed 😂😂😂. It is a lot of info. Take your time and thanks for the kind words

[@jaco_oosthuizen]

Wow! This drone has a lot of features.

[@JakeSloan]

yes it does

[@dronephotographyvideos413]

Great Video Have been flying p4pp , just ordered the 2s with the RC pro controller.. again good job ,, thanks

[@JakeSloan]

Nice!!! Great combo

[@meroamingaround]

Thank you for all your review and feedback. today I finally got it. Watching your video to learn it :)

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@rodhill6091]

brilliant video in what looks like an epic location!! thank you

[@JakeSloan]

It is!

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Wow it's free video, many thanks .So nice video I really like it

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@shashanknaidu6929]

"Video Sub-titles" option, enabling it, will let you had flight data on the screen just like a speedo meter and other flight parameter details to appear on your videos.

[@JakeSloan]

Yes it will

[@IslamicTerd2]

Brilliant video. Got mine this week. This should help.

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome

[@IslamicTerd2]

@@JakeSloan 1st flight today watched your how to fly drones for beginners. Another great informative video and a great help. Thanks.

[@JakeSloan]

Glad to hear it

[@drstew1]

Yeah man Much appreciated as I bought this Drone yesterday. Need to follow your guide. Ps 8:18 love the Selfie stick support grip right of the screen

[@JakeSloan]

Lol thanks!!

[@shepshape2585]

So much great information and I can't thank you enough for taking the time to make this video. So well explained and easy to understand. Headed out to the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone, and even though I can't shoot in the parks themselves, there will be ample opportunities to take amazing videos and photos while I'm there. Wish me luck.

[@JakeSloan]

Yes there will! Have a great trip

[@johnnysager8899]

Great information and I just got the Air 2s and this is very helpful for a beginner like 👍 👌

[@JakeSloan]

Cheers

[@relentlessfpv1822]

Thanks for the video. Yaw speed in the gimbal settings is for the yaw of the quad in that mode not the camera. Extremely useful when you're rotating around a subject. Check it out experiment with it I think you will find it very useful as well. Happy flying!

[@JakeSloan]

Yes it is and it makes a difference. Cheers!

[@abdulmajidhussain8487]

Thank you so much jake for the explanation. Very much appreciated 🙏 Majid from Singapore

[@JakeSloan]

youre welcome

[@ozielsloan982]

Hello Jake awesome video this rely helps because I don't rely under stand the air 2s failsafe..etc. so yeah nice content.

[@JakeSloan]

Glad. to help!

[@cr1439]

Hi there... is it normal that the rear lights flash green/red slowly while flying? I don't see any warning notice on the screen, and the manual does not say too much about it. Thanks!

[@JakeSloan]

That’s normal

[@mikemcmorrow2833]

Jake, Great job! Lot's of time and planning went into that tutorial. I'm starting from nowhere on the flying aspect, so plan to put a lot of time into learning how to fly effectively and safely. But photography/videography is the essence of why I got the drone, so especially appreciate you going through the available camera settings. I'll still read all the docs, but will bookmark your video as a handy reference for a while. Wish I was flying there, it's just a bit more congested here in New Jersey! Thanks

[@JakeSloan]

glad to hear it and thanks!!

[@seanmullins4623]

Best beginner tutorial out there everything well explained 👌👌

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you!

[@PSImage7]

great video man. It helped me understanding and starting with 2s. Only one correction: ~3ft is 1m. 150ft is 50 meters ;) But 50 is safer than 30

[@JakeSloan]

Good catch

[@oscarblanco-franco8084]

Great tutorial! Just started testing the drone and your video was very helpful.Can't wait to go places and use it!!!!

[@JakeSloan]

NICE

[@joeletizia8171]

Excellent video easy to understand. I went from a Dji Phantom pro to the Mavic Air 2S and I'm glad I did. There is one setting I am having a hard time finding which is the battery time to start discharging when not in use. Wondering if that option is available whit this drone.

[@JakeSloan]

Unfortunately they haven’t given us that option in the app yet

[@bandar365]

Good job, I have no word , I can say thank you so much, you are professional 🌹

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you!

[@Maile-bb1zp3hs8t]

Very best explanation, thanks bro❤❤❤❤

[@JakeSloan]

You're welcome

[@lewisclark5694]

Do I fly w Bluetooth? Turn internet off or on?

[@JakeSloan]

You can do it either way

[@katynoel9657]

This has been an abundantly helpful video for me as I gear up to fly my new Air 2S! Thank you for the time you invest in your videos. I have what feels like a silly question -- can I store my drone in the bag with the propellors on, or should those be removed between each use? Thanks

[@JakeSloan]

I keep mine on all the time.

[@warrensalvo5420]

very informative my friend. more views to come!

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@dennislee5437]

Thank you for the video! I am a 1st time drone flyer and have the smart controller...I see you have your height and speed in feet and mph...can you tell me how to switch mine from meters to feet? Thank you.

[@JakeSloan]

In the settings under control there is a toggle for imperial metric etc. switch it to imperial

[@dennislee5437]

@@JakeSloan thank you! I got it!

[@Stone1108]

Man that landscape 😍

[@JakeSloan]

It’s not bad to look at

[@scxttgm]

did you get to your spot where you fly your drone by plane because that plane is always there in your video , is it how you travel there ?

[@JakeSloan]

It is! And it’s a great way to get to places like this that are almost impossible to get to any other way

[@scxttgm]

@@JakeSloan very cool i’m jealous 🤣😂 i’d love to get a plane

[@Realtorbikeroffroader]

This was great . I learned a lot from you.

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@helenmcparlane2391]

Hi Jake... Am an absolute beginner having never owned a drone before and have found all the actual DJI instruction booklets and videos are hopeless and definitely not for a beginner needing step by step instructions (-; !.. Thanks for making it seem a little less daunting on your video although will have to watch this video quite a few times before I remember a lot of the instructions!... Couple comments from someone like me who has never ever flown a drone... I know this sounds bit simple but you didn't explain how to charge the actual controller but I eventually found that info on another youtube video... and on actual DJi webpage they put on the blades with them opened right up but noticed you put them on the arms with blades still together so not sure if you open them up before starting a flight or the drone will open up the blades when you start it up? Then do you close them up or remove them when packing the drone away?... thanks again

[@JakeSloan]

I hope you figured it out!

[@DeepPurple21]

One more important thing that i found out is that if u press and hold the screen the auto exposure locks so however u move the drone the exposure doesn't change (for example if u face it towards the sun or a shadow area). If u press and hold on the screen again the auto exposure unlocks again.

[@JakeSloan]

great tip

[@DanSme1]

Hi Jake. I'm ready to pull the trigger on my first drone. I had placed an order for the Mini 3 Pro but canceled when I discovered the DJI had dropped the price on the Air 2S. Any advice?

[@JakeSloan]

Either one will be great. At this point I would likely lean toward the air 2s but I’ll be testing the mini 3 soon and comparing.

[@striperseeker]

Do the timers ever work for you? Mine never show anything other than 00'00". Also, weren't these options settable in the configuration under battery?

[@JakeSloan]

The timers work when in flight only and yes they do work for me

[@striperseeker]

@@JakeSloan okay. I guess I have an issue then. They never change from 00'00" even in flight. Only the green circle with percentage inside works. Thanks!

[@thernly]

Way TMI for basic setup video, but thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@davidruffini6612]

Where in Alaska is this? I live in Wasilla and travel all over the state for work, so I know Alaska when I see it haha. I work for a company called Prism and work on fuel dispensers, so I get to see a lot that most don't. That plane and area look so familiar. Just got the Air 2S and we are definitely in the best state for photography. Ever tried to shoot the aurora with the 2S? Been curious to see if it would work.

[@JakeSloan]

This is up Knik river by wolf point. I don't think the air 2s would do well at the aurora because the iso can only go so high unless it was an insanely strong display

[@krnlueck]

Great video. I appreciate all the effort to go through all the settings. I'm waiting for Amazon to deliver mine and I may need to get a new phone before I fly due to the Fly app that I wasn't aware of.

[@JakeSloan]

oh dang but I do hope you enjoy your new drone!

[@MrBunlay]

don't you have to do the calibration first ? or you don't need to for air2S ?

[@JakeSloan]

You only need to when the app tells you to

[@MrBunlay]

@@JakeSloan Thanks

[@Ripper77pep]

Thanks so much for this great video! very helpful my friend! 😎👍🏻

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome.

[@thatdronedude3388]

Great video and scenery, thanks for that. Looks like a lovely part of the world where you live :)

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks! it is beautiful here in Alaska!!

[@thatdronedude3388]

@@JakeSloan Im from Australia, very different here. I must say Alaska has been on my bucket list of places to visit!

[@thomastessier4529]

A question Jake, my joysticks seems to work opposite of what I expected. When I push the right stick up is seems that the drone should go away but it comes to you and when you push down the drone goes away from you. Same with the left sticks. Seems that if you push the stick to the left the drone should go left, it goes right. Is this normal? Just had my first flight, small test flight, want to get used to the controls.

[@JakeSloan]

👍🏻

[@zayh2953]

Thank you so much! Definitely to the point.

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@rijio0902]

Great video! I got my Air 2s (first drone) this week and your video has helped out a lot. I'll probably be watching it again and following up with your how to fly for beginners video. Out of curiosity, what is your opinion on the DJI Care Refresh program?

[@JakeSloan]

NICE!!!

[@freyatilly]

Totally amazing.

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you

[@onewingedtengu6587]

I'm trying to use this drone to upload 4k video on KZbin but it only gives me 1080p. I recorded in 4k 30. Don't have SD card yet.

[@JakeSloan]

Interesting if you are using the app to upload it only stores a 1080 version of the video on your phone

[@onewingedtengu6587]

@@JakeSloan ahh that makes sense! I uploaded through the laptop and it's 4k! Can I edit 4k on phone. My computer is too old and slow for 4k and DaVinci also runs slow :(

[@michaelpoczynek]

Very cool! My next purchase!

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome!

[@DIZEMANPHOTO]

I just bought a DJI AIR 2s and the image is tack sharp, but there is a lot of flutter which resembles rolling shutter. I don't see that in videos I see online. Is there a problem with my camera or a setting that needs to be set? I have it setup the way you suggested, but the flutter is very annoying. Ironically, my IPHONE 12 Pro MAX has the same flutter. I have not uploaded any video yet, but will in the next day or two. Will post a link when I get it uploaded. Thanks in advance for any advice!

[@JakeSloan]

You may need to use an ND filter to bring the shutter speed down

[@DIZEMANPHOTO]

@@JakeSloan I installed the ND16, but have not been out to fly since I did, been raining here in the Mojave. Have to wait for a clear sky.

[@RAMtrails]

thank god you can change mastershots to 4k. I was curious why other places said it's limited to 1080p

[@JakeSloan]

agreed!

[@tovakrentzman9360]

Can I perform any mastershots or tracking with the focus be off centred (in one of the thirds for example) as opposed to always centred?

[@JakeSloan]

it's pretty much always centered

[@raycurvmetrixdryhaircutting]

In Massachusetts does that drom has to be register

[@JakeSloan]

Yes anywhere in the USA must register this drone

[@borneoflasher]

great video jake

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@thomastessier4529]

Sorry Jake, skip my question, it depends on if you are flying the drone to you or away from you as to left/right/ forward/ back.

[@JakeSloan]

Lol got it

[@Squeaks4242]

Sorry if this was mentioned but what was that red overlay that showed up once he went into the hyper lapse options? Don’t think I’ve ever seen that before

[@JakeSloan]

That’s the focus peaking overlay. If you turn it on you’ll see that come up on photo modes

[@Squeaks4242]

@@JakeSloan ah ok thanks. I was aware of the over exposure warning but totally forgot about the peak warnings as well. Thanks again and great video!

[@davegoldsmith2588]

Excellent. Just what I needed. Thanks.

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome! I’m glad it helped!!

[@NZperrito]

I have this Air2S I am curious if the settings stay the same if I change the batterie or turn the controller of and on again or do I have to rest all the settings every time I take a new flight?

[@JakeSloan]

the settings will remain but sometimes after a firmware update you will need to re-enter the settings again

[@ewansabri1054]

this video is great, thank you sir!

[@JakeSloan]

Glad you liked it!

[@Nawabid]

*I LOVE THE BACK DROP, JUST BY THAT I CAN TELL IT'S ALASKA!!*

[@JakeSloan]

You’re right!

[@Nawabid]

@@JakeSloan 😉, wife hates the snow...

[@albertvandemosselaer2913]

Jake, I just got my Air 2S with the combo kit and a separate Smart controller because I have no supported mobile phone that goes with it. But it seems that one can activate this smart controller but it does not link to the drone? The help site of DJI told me that it is necessary to link with the normal controller first and then switch to the smart one. Is is not that smart then? For the Smart controller I did all the updates needed. I can'nt believe it is not linking. Do you think that is the normal procedure? Albert (Antwerp Belgium)

[@JakeSloan]

That is how I did mine. Normal controller first and then the smart controller

[@markymark1657]

Hi Jake, excellent content. I've taken my Air2S and my controller and followed along with this video. I also subscribed to your channel. However, I purchased the RC Pro controller package that was recently released and there are a number of differences between the standard controller and the Pro controller. I wonder if you would consider either an updated version of this, or a pro controller video? Thanks for putting out such quality information!

[@JakeSloan]

I might try. I purchased one as well

[@markymark1657]

@@JakeSloan that would be terrific! There really aren't any Pro controller videos out there I can find, and people keep buying the package, since it's such a great deal. I'm subbed, so I'll keep a sharp eye out!! :)

[@stso9daa]

newbie.. thanks!!!

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@FlyZoneFpv]

awesome video jake . keep rockin brother

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks you too!!

[@slappness2253]

Is the fan on Mavic S2 supposed to run when powered on and stay running even before takeoff ?

[@JakeSloan]

It will start running as soon as it detects temps on the mother board climbing so yes it is

[@MelanieAndTheBaredogs]

Anything different with the smart controller during setup? Addition to the fleet is coming this week!

[@JakeSloan]

Nice! Not really once you bind. You can program any custom buttons you want on the smart controller.

[@prettydangoodadventures]

Amazing video!!!! Thank you so much for this!!!!!!!

[@JakeSloan]

You are so welcome!

[@Drrezzin]

Great video!! I see you're using an iPhone. Is that the best to use for drones or are Android phones equally as god?

[@JakeSloan]

Generally DJI keeps the iOS app updated faster than the android one

[@yyybra]

I just got mine but I'm not gonna unbox it till I get everything I want for it I didn't get the fly more combo

[@JakeSloan]

nice

[@justkoi96]

Hi Jake, I bought a secondhand air 2s from someone in town. Barely used. He disconnected and unbinded his account from the drone. I was able to bind it to mine. Followed all necessary steps but when I get ready to take off, it says "Account not logged in" How can I fix that?

[@JakeSloan]

you need to log into your DJI account on the remote controller (or on your phone in the DJI app) before you go to the camera view of the drone click on profile and log into your account there

[@texasnative]

So if you have your flight altitude set at 150’ and you come up on a hill or mountain, will the drone follow the contour of the land? Will it rise as the terrain rises?

[@JakeSloan]

no it will only rise if it is tracking a subject

[@ozgeek81]

The video subtitles is useful if you want real time flight information in the end video (in your media player, it comes up as normal subtitles. Real time info like height, distance, speed, exposure, etc.

[@JakeSloan]

Ahhh yes thanks for that

[@Chicago_Clout]

You are very intelligent.

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks

[@mikehrenak1390]

Can’t wait to get my s and watch this again great video awesome office air2 army out

[@JakeSloan]

awesome enjoy it!

[@gbdrone1]

Do you have any videos with the Air 2S and the smart controller????

[@JakeSloan]

Not as of yet

[@JFunTv]

Thanks Jake, nice video.

[@JakeSloan]

Glad you liked it!

[@Maintenance75]

Hi jake do you know what time in the U.K your live on Wednesday's is ?thanks Dave

[@JakeSloan]

Looks like about 1am U.K. time

[@davidbanman5272]

Hi How can I turn the beginner app off If I set my drone to no limit it doesn't let me fly very far

[@JakeSloan]

Make sure you have good gps signal before you take off

[@NikolajFHalberg]

Hi Jake. Nice informative video (as always). Do you know if it is possible to turn off DJI the watermark / end credits from the Master Shots end result videos & other automated features?

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you

[@NikolajFHalberg]

@@JakeSloan You are welcome. Do you know if it is possible to turn off DJI the watermark / end credits from the Master Shots end result videos & other automated features?

[@maddyc503]

What is that location? It looks awesome.

[@JakeSloan]

This is in Alaska

[@maddyc503]

@@JakeSloan beautiful, similar to my state Himachal, 🇮🇳

[@mediapicks1792]

Hi. my air2s thinks I'm landing the aircraft when I am holding the joystick(left) down but I am just letting the aircraft descend or move to a lower altitude. is there a way I can fix it?thank you

[@JakeSloan]

Make sure your bottom sensors are clean.

[@CubanoMambo]

Hi Jake, do you recommend a demagnetizer to use with the Air 2S issues of compass calibration. I keep getting calibration failed, RECALIBRATE?

[@JakeSloan]

No just make sure you don’t have an Apple Watch on while you calibrate. If it continues to fail you may need to contact DJI support