DJI Phantom 4 FULL Instruction

We give full instruction on how to navigate the DJI Go app using the Phantom 4 platform. This may be a repeat with the Phantom 3; similar navigation. We hope that this is beneficial. DJI does a great job at tutorial videos, but we feel they could be just a bit more inclusive. We enjoyed using the new flight modes: TapFly and ActiveTrack. Not perfect, but nonetheless very useful! Especially the obstacle avoidance system, and the increased range of the VPS (Vision Positioning System). DJI products always in stock, www.tvspeciali...
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[@BryanLagos]

I don't own a Phantom but if I ever do This is the best guide that I'll ever find keep up the good work

[@scottthorbeck8510]

Just had it delivered today , i will watch this over and over . Best ever !

[@geolopez914]

SEE THATS WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT!....SOMEONE GOING THROUGH EVERY FEATURE EVERY OPTION AND SETTINGS...ECT YOU FUCKING ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@joeh8268]

The current version of the software doesn't have the camera menu above the red record button that you mentioned. I'm sure it's somewhere else, but being a total rookie, you could save me a lot of time if you see this post and let me know where that menu is on the latest version of the software. Great tutorial. Many thanks!

[@Tvspecialists]

You're right, they move things around since the this video was produced. It's found just below that record button. Thanks for watching, and we welcome the subscribe!

[@AndyHutchinsons]

Really helpful - thanks guys.

[@rebug5614]

Really good review, well done 👏 one thing though when you are in sport mode going forward fast why don't you just point the camera further down to stop the props getting in the shot 👍

[@Tvspecialists]

You absolutely can, but if your subject isn't down, but more forward this could be a problem.

[@seductiveproductions]

You are great! Thank you So much better than Thi or whatever his name is

[@hayah333]

You said in this video that you will create another one for beyond the basics for Phantom 4. Did you do it? I cannot find it. Thanks

[@Tvspecialists]

We apologize, we have not. When customers purchase systems with us, we include an hours worth of one on one training in person. We offer those same one on one in person trainings at additional cost. If that's not of interest, we recommend contacting the dealer from whom you purchased the system. Thanks again for watching!

[@Muddassir]

where is that unboxing video you mentioned in this video?

[@Tvspecialists]

Thanks for watching: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q37CZaqmjLVnb7s

[@Muddassir]

Thanks for replying.. I have a suggestion for you. First a situation... situation is when a new visitor opens your channel. It shows just 4 vids. it seems that u just have 4 vids. user have to click on videos tab to see your other videos. What's my suggestion is, mention a channel trailer for new visitors and coming back subscribers also. Add more sections on channels main page, like .. popular videos, latest videos etc... so new user wont see just 4 vids. You should check your channel's home page in Chrome's incognito window. without signing into google. You will come to know what I am talking about. And finally this gonna help you get more subscribers. Thanks

[@beemerssilverlakestudios9885]

why plug the remote into the iPad? Isn't the wifi enough to fully connect?

[@rherteux]

Updates are now done over wifi..no need to update via direct connect cable. This video needs to be updated to reflect that. At no point have I had to direct connect...just connect to the DJI 3 wifi.

[@Tvspecialists]

You are correct, that's why this video is about the Phantom 4.

[@rherteux]

Sorry, I just assumed all updates were now done over wifi, my bad and apologies.

[@Tvspecialists]

No worries at all. Happy flying!

[@geolopez914]

This should be the "OFFICIAL" DJI tutorial video on getting started!

[@snizzolproductions8429]

+Giovanni Lopez I thought it was at first :)

[@Tvspecialists]

Thank you, glad it has been helpful!

[@JoseTorres-mm7of]

Can you help me out to activate the abstucle sensor in my phantom 4 2.0

[@KenHeron]

Great video! --It would be even better if they'd get the name of the company correct. "DGI" is easier to say than "DJI" I suppose?

[@Chad-ie4wl]

+Ken Heron lol

[@PinchnerHouse]

Play purty, Ken.

[@helgedell]

That's what I call a pro tutorial. Thanks!

[@scottklitzke1497]

Excellent tutorial....just got my first drone, a Phantom 4 Pro v.2.0, and this helps tremendously before I make my first flight.

[@artdigitalni3368]

Very informative.... thank you

[@infinitedesigns_io]

Anybody else experience a video freeze from 6:27 to 6:53??

[@infinitedesigns_io]

+Adam Williams Great tutorial btw! Thanks!

[@sfgiants33doude]

yyes

[@Tvspecialists]

Yes, render glitch. Someone else commented on that a few months and we addressed it with the note that appears.

[@billbliss2500]

Great video with lots of information!

[@drone-adventurer8894]

Best tutorial on KZbin!!!

[@andrewpaddon310]

Thank you, from a beginers point ov view, very interesting :-)

[@Vinicius-vo4yp]

I looked all over youtube for phantom 4 tutorials. This is one of the best so far. Thank You!

[@JoseTorres-mm7of]

Is on but not working

[@JoseTorres-mm7of]

I will pay you please

[@ABritinthPhilippines]

Question : will a Phantom 4 charger from the USA work in the Philippines on 220 volts.Thanks in advance.

[@Tvspecialists]

It should, with an adapter.

[@musangijo]

TVS PRO . IKUT NYIMAK YAA OKE🙏🤝👍

[@frankfromupstateny3796]

Question please about your videos.... 1) what is allowing you to both "shoot and show" your videos? What I mean is this...what software, camera and microphone setup is being used please...I'm trying to make teaching videos...and the GoPro's just don't cut it....especially for sound.

[@RonaldBrown59]

One of the best Phantom 4 tutorials I watched yet. Thanks for all your hard work and I have subscribed to your channel.

[@JustMeZero988]

Very good video tutorial and presentation (that's press-en-tay-tion) UK (not pree-sen-tay-tion) USA LOL. only criticism is, do you have to show these at 3:00am as it is too early (only joking, I just finished night work) haha. I bought a second hand Phantom 4, around 3 weeks ago but not flown it yet, (bought a cheapo one to practice and get used to the controls) and I will be going to the UK DRONE SHOW at the NEC on 3rd December 2016 so hopefully get some goodies and tips from there as well. Keep up the very good video's and I have subscribed. Excellent.

[@franciscovergara7954]

Podria hacerlo en español. Se lo agradeceriamos mucho. Gracias por adelantado

[@DavidThomas-mj3dq]

Great. Very helpful, actually that should read "essential for beginners". However for me it was not always obvious what was being tapped and I had to keep replaying, sometimes trying to work out where his finger was, behind the iPad, in order to be able work out what was being tapped.. Any chance of arrowing the tapped button on the video?

[@digley]

gee I know you have offered some great video's to help all phantom fliers, But in this video you recommend doing a compass calibration prior to every flight due to barometric pressure changes. Sure it is a good idea to do frequent compass calibrations although the compass is not at all effected by barometric pressure. It is simply a magnetic device. The crafts barometer is adjusted during the home-point setting isn't it?? regards, donnie

[@agostinobrandi8614]

BUON GIORNO .Complimenti per i'intruduzione, gentilmente mi puo' dare un chiarimento su quanto riguarda il "return-to-home"che bisogna premere sull' applicazione???E se io cambio i valori.E si puo' volare in un ambiente chiuso come bisogna impostarlo?? Di notte puo' volare??GRAZIE .

[@DaveKingMusic]

How does HD footage look compared to 4K? My computers and editing software are not compatible with 4K. Your thoughts? Thanks!

[@TaylorStonelyVO]

I am having streaming difficulties from my Phantom 4 camera to my iPad mini. I get a lot of green space and stutters on the iPad when trying to view the video from the camera. I've tried two different devices, three different cords between the controller and the iPad, resetting the device to factory settings, even uninstalling and reinstalling the DJI GO app, all to no avail. Any suggestions?

[@laurarusso1181]

I read that you have to get the wifi + cellular version of the ipad 4 if you want to use the GPS for the "follow-me" tool or if you want to change the "return to home" location to your present location if you are moving while filming. Please advise. It's about $150 difference in price!

[@TKM11370]

Swipe up on the camera screen to go full screen with no metrics in the way. Not sure if that was covered or not. Great vid, I learnt a lot! thanks.

[@Tvspecialists]

You're correct, and no, don't think that was mentioned in the video.

[@aaronliddell5564]

Just got my Phantom 4 about 10 minutes ago. I'm concerned that there was a crack or chip of some kind that was repaired. Would anyone offer their assistance and take a look at a couple pictures and let me know what you think? Very much appreciated

[@MagnumVideos]

The circle in the lower left of the dji app screen has a blue bottom portion. I've noticed that mine will tilt at an angle. Does that indicate which direction the bird is from me? Not sure what that tilting thing is all about.

[@Tvspecialists]

It's an attitude indicator, or an "artificial horizon." Basically tells you how the nose of the craft is orientated. For example, if you pitch forward then the blue will take up most of the circle. If you pitch backward, then the blue is just a small bottom portion. To tilt the blue/"horizon" simply roll to the left or right. Thanks for watching and we welcome the subscribe!

[@MagnumVideos]

Thanks for the answer. I thought that's what it was, and I'm guessing that would be helpful when you're in "non gimbal" mode on the camera. Reminds of when I used to fly. Very handy instrument in a fixed-wing aircraft.

[@dawidczarnata3465]

Hey there. My Phantom 4 saves all the videos I'm recording to my Phone/Tablet SDcard :) Is it normal?:D

[@parisdemiris2699]

Good evening, I have a phantom 4 pro, when I turn it off after 10 meters it lags and loses the image while I have a full signal

[@ephraimpiperno2481]

My intelligent flight mode indicator on the top of the screen is appearing in red color with the letter R in the red dot. Why is it doing that? My drone takes off hovers 2 feet from the ground and bounces, is there a reason for that instability? Please help.

[@CaptJohnsBar]

Does your ipad need to have cell signal to operate the copter, i live in a poor signal area?

[@Tvspecialists]

No, not at all. No cell service or wifi connection is ever needed to fly, unless of course you are doing a firmware update.

[@CaptJohnsBar]

TV Specialists, Inc Thanks for the reply, i've taken some incredible fall foliage footage here in Maine already!

[@dwightcimino1040]

I would add that I liked the tutorial except the flight simulator . . . I cannot get it to show up or play. it would be nice if we all had it

[@PictureLiberty]

Very helpful - thank you!! Wish I'd started with this instead of going through significant frustration trying to figure stuff out on my own (the manual seemed very marginal for answering questions). For those that are taking the (foolish) route I did, it is still worthwhile to 'back up' and watch this one!

[@tenestetubo]

HI anyone knows the model or name of the tablet/display he is using or is that a phone i cant tell, lol

[@hesam.harmonica]

tnx for tutorial ....i have big problem to use intelegnt flight mode....

[@j.raysmith1057]

Great video. Please consider updating to 4 Pro/V2.0?

[@robinaugustomercadoleon9308]

wey man im having trouble downloading image from my phantom 4 pro to my phone can u help me out

[@modernrider1398]

Question: What format is better to record in? MOV or MP4? I use Adobe Premier for editing and eventually upload to youtube.

[@Tvspecialists]

No right or wrong. They are both an h.264 60mbps recording. I'm a PC guy so typically I'm in mp4.

[@jerrym995]

found i need bigger yard, i think i had a 5'x5' spot that the sensors didn't go off

[@dixter1652]

good video... thanks for taking the time and effort to share with us....

[@billywichmann9123]

This was very good inexplnation thankyou

[@FrozenDonut]

What's the thing called what you wearing to hold up the remote its around your neck

[@felipecosta9632]

Frozen Donut its a neck strap.

[@Tvspecialists]

Felipe is correct, neck strap or lanyard.

[@FrozenDonut]

Thanks had a Brain Freeze

[@lesliepearce7361]

why does my video split after 9 mins on phantom 4 pro please

[@IIIDaemon]

09:23 Obstacle Avoidance System, Not Vision Positioning System

[@Tvspecialists]

Correct, our bad.

[@janekailey2173]

It's a "full instruction", except it's not. It doesn't cover all flight modes and

[@Tvspecialists]

It's a full instruction on the app. Our apologies for not making that clear. We did, however, make specific videos just on the flight modes for your convenience: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3zNoGh_qdl5rrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/qICmkJqroK2CqKM

[@AntonioAgostini]

Hello, I apologize for my English. Very useful your tutorials and I wanted you two questions. My remote control is connected with the Phantom and the lights are ok, but the engines do not start. I have a iPhon 4S but does not connect to the Phantom, it is not compatible? Thanks for the answers and good work.

[@Tvspecialists]

You may have trouble using the iPhone 4S. For detailed troubleshooting, we recommend you contact the DJI dealer from whom you've purchased your system.

[@RTBrittJr]

Correction to the section on compass calibration where James talks about Density Altitude. He is correct about calibrating your compass when changing locations, but the statement about density altitude affecting the compass is incorrect. Compass' read magnetic fields that surround the earth. The fields can be effected by local objects made of steel like cars. steel towers, power lines, metal bars in building and cement slabs etc., that is why calibration of the compass should be done in an open area away from building, cars etc. Density altitude only effects the altimeter the Phantom uses to determine the height above takeoff point. Density altitude is the effect heat, humidity, and the amount local pressure barometric pressure differs from the standard pressure of 29.92 inHg. What does density altitude effect, you may ask. Performance of the aircraft. The lower the density altitude i.e. the liner the air the less performance you get from the aircraft. In aircraft with wings this mean longer runways to take off, with rotor craft, more rpms of the rotors to hover and climb, slower ground speed at full throttle.All in density altitude means little to a sUAS that can only transvers a few miles and fly for an hour or less, because density altitude will change little within these limitations.

[@Tvspecialists]

Richard, you are correct in that the compass directly receives no effect from density altitude. The only reason it's mentioned here is because the barometer is also being calibrated during a compass calibration. So when you are doing a compass calibration, at the same time you are calibrating the barometer to current atmospheric conditions. So yes, the compass calibration does effect it's performance, simply because the two are calibrated together. And In our experience, density altitude has most definitely effected our flight performance, at least in our area anyways; especially with with systems that don't have variable pitch for propellers. In our neck of the woods, we sit at 4600 feet, and driving only a mile or two could change that altitude by a few thousand. Also, Utah has funky weather. Could be 20 degrees in the morning, and by 1pm it's 60 degrees. These variations in altitude and temperature most definitely will effect the overall performance of any aerial system. Thank you for helping us clear up any confusion that our video may have caused if it was mis-worded. Thanks for watching!

[@mahefarakotomamonjy7166]

My Active track shows (Gimble not installed) and Tapfly (gimble not installed). What should I do to activate those commands please?

[@Tvspecialists]

There's a connection failure somewhere or a firmware issue. Please refer to the dealer from whom you purchased your drone for more in depth troubleshooting. Thanks for watching!

[@taoficlasaki5322]

Thanks very much,is very helpful.

[@jerrymicpiano]

Is it possible to fly down into a shallow valley from an altitude starting point, higher? My understanding is that my P4 thinks take off point is "0" and flying lower than that can't happen. Is that correct? Will Atti Mode allow me to fly lower than take off point?

[@Benctmoi]

+Jerry Michelsen That is my understanding that you cannot fly bellow the home point elevation.

[@frankfromupstateny3796]

Thx....I think you said an Apple TV with mirroring, based on question below? Nice videos.

[@Tvspecialists]

Yes. Connected to the wifi network in the building, and then turned on airplay mirroring.

[@MrFleggy09]

That was very helpful. Thank you

[@gympieknee]

Hi. Great tute. Can you please explain the circle in the bottom left corner a bit more. How does it relate to my position? If I point the green (camera) towards the Center of the circle and hold forward will the drone fly towards me? Thanks.

[@Tvspecialists]

The red arrow represents the direction of the craft, and the green represents the direction of the camera. With the Phantom 4, they will always move together and face the same direction. It doesn't have anything to do with it's position, that's what google maps is for. And the reason the circle is split black and blue, the blue represents the pitch of the aircraft. For example, if you travel forward, then you'll see the blue line move down. If you travel in reverse, meaning nose high, then the blue line will move up. Hope this is helpful!

[@SuAmigoElilegal]

Hi there. Quick question: when the drone is hovering close to the floor and I pull the throttle down for 5 sec , the drone will land . Now if the drone is up height and I pull down the lever to bring the drone down witch will take more than 5 sec. The drone will not shot down correct , as if will think it was landing. Because is up height , buy I'm pulling the throttle down .

[@Tvspecialists]

Correct, it will not shut down. For more detailed instructions and for future quick answers, please refer to the dealer from whom you purchased your system and your Phantom 4 User Manual. Happy Flying!

[@mickroberts9827]

Hi mate, can you please help me a bit. I changed my home point to a lower position and the app is telling me to 'check the map'... how do I check the map as it wont engage at all. I have used different home points before and this never happened. Mick

[@Tvspecialists]

Mick, not certain we fully understand the question. The home point will set when it sees at least 6+ satellites every time you turn the copter on. And yes, often times she'll say "the home point has been initiated, please check it on the map." She is just making you aware it has been set and just offers an added tip of checking its set location and that it is in fact a same place to return home. As a tip from us, we don't ever fly it long enough for the RTH function to take over; we'd rather maintain the control and bring it home ourselves. Or, the other option is to change it, in the app settings, from normal home point function to dynamic home point: comes home to wherever the radio controller is at. For further more detailed instruction, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your system. Good luck & happy flying!

[@louas6533]

Very usefull, this should be the official tutorial and you guys getting paid by DJI. Thank's a lot!

[@Tvspecialists]

We appreciate that, and glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching, and we welcome your subscribe!

[@BryanHansen]

That looks like you are on the Jordan River Parkway in SLC, no?

[@BryanHansen]

Ahh 14:53 you call it out, Utah!

[@BardhokNdoji]

Nice useful video but kind of creepy calling a gadget, bird!

[@Tvspecialists]

James flies Cessna aircraft's and commonly refers to them as 'birds' as well. Most likely just habit.

[@MorbidJ0ker]

Awesome Video. it looks as if you have great GPS indoors?

[@Tvspecialists]

Every building is different, but actually shocked to see the signal strength during this video.

[@deniseremin3269]

Hi. Guys, I have phantom 4. How can set up an altitude more than 500 feet? Thanks

[@Tvspecialists]

500 feet or 500 meters? The limit that DJI sets is 500M which is over 1600 feet. However, please familiarize yourself with sUAS law before you fly over 400 feet.

[@davidkincaid8235]

Great Video!! Thanks.

[@sanluco1]

Muy buena la explicacion,tengo una consulta, podria haber la posibilidad de traducirla al español?muy bueno, desde ya muchas gracias.

[@nick954rr03]

great vid very detailed , im ready to fly

[@jamesmasciarelli4438]

hi... can u tell me if droid cell phone can be used on the P4 ?? I have a droid turbo 2....

[@Tvspecialists]

The DJI Go app is compatible with Android and iOS devices. We recommend that you double check the version of android you are operating with on your droid cell phone to make sure it's compatible.

[@va_photos]

Very good, thanks!

[@RichardKrabbendam]

Thanks for this great video especially at 25 min. When you explained how to upgrade the firmware . That was much better then in the manual

[@darwingarciayanzon6688]

nice video dude, i see you don't have the 3g iPad, isn't a problem to fly not internet connection?

[@Tvspecialists]

No internet is required whatsoever. For firmware updates, yes. Otherwise, how would you be able to fly in really remote locations?

[@juerhe1]

....THANKS A LOT, FOR YOUR WORK!!! Could you please help me with an question about the main differences between "DJI Phantom 4 vs. Yuneec Typhoon H"? And a important Thing for me is also the Image / Video Quality of theyr 4k cams compared? What i have seen by myself was the difference of the 4k (Phantom Standard) to the 4k Video of a Yuneek Q500. And it was no question, the 4k-Video of the Phantom3-4k was a lot sharper and cleaner (less noice etc). So what about Phantom4 vs. TyphoonH??? ...Please Help

[@willd.8040]

Great video.. subscribed

[@csillatrubjanszkynovinszky4162]

Thans for this usefull info.

[@gilsela495]

does it have height limits?

[@rockwalsh]

The video isn't showing up on my tablet, what am I doing wrong?

[@Tvspecialists]

Not sure. We just tested in on a couple iPad mini's and Galaxy tablets here at work and had no trouble. Sorry for the inconvenience, and unsure of how to fix it on your end.

[@markryan3018]

How do you set the return to home altitude? My version of the screen does not look like yours.

[@Tvspecialists]

Make sure you have updated your app to the most recent version. In the app, it's found in Main Controller Settings; defaults to 20 meters. I usually set it to 30 meters.

[@bryanyoutubechannel]

Amen brother!

[@nicedronevideos3035]

I really want that drone.

[@jason-basin]

How does an iPad mini 2 look, resolution wise?

[@Tvspecialists]

Awesome! The iPad mini2 and 4 have a resolution of 2048-by-1536, and the Phantom 4 will transmit an HD720p transmission, and the Phantom 4 Pro will transmit a FullHD1080p transmission. Nice and sharp! However, please note that on occasion my iPhone 5S operated the apps better than my mini2 I used to use. I now operate with a mini4 and love it

[@1EagleDave]

I might say, after researching everything there is on youtube (pretty well) this has got to be ,by far the very best. I recently bought the p4 Pro -v2 December/2020 and was leary, a tad about getting it right and then taking it out for a flight here in canada.this said, i will be a subscriber no doubt, Thanks very much for the great content, you folks over there have here for many. Iam positive of this and will take in all your know hows.~ (very much appreciated) cheers ~Dave Canada

[@rameshtahlan26]

Excellent, thank you for that very very informative video, Left nothing to doubt. Loved it. Clears all doubts in my mind. Happy Landings.

[@SHADOWBLACKs650]

Thaaaaank you.... I just purchased the Phantom 4... IL be watching this a few times I'm sure. 👍

[@jairlandes2203]

Boa tarde! tenho um Phantom 4 advance e ela está aparecendo a sigla N/A em todas as funções, como faço pra resolver? Muito obrigado. Adianto que o rádio e o drone estão conectados.

[@jmrobert5457]

Wow, I liked it. I will also listen to your clip many times because I learn a lot. I bought a Phantom 4 and I'm waiting for it. I just sold my Phantom 3. Many thanks, I will be ready to fly because your tutorial is great.

[@digley]

Could you please answer my question that I had ask about 2 weeks ago? thanks, donnie

[@SuAmigoElilegal]

my visual sensor signal on the left is red and it has an R. what tdoes that means ?

[@Tvspecialists]

Su Amigo, we really wish we had the time to answer and attend to all the questions we receive through our instruction videos. We are not certain by what exactly you are referring to with "visual sensor," but we recommend that you please refer to the full manual or the dealer from whom you purchased your system for further instruction. Thank you and happy flying!

[@HamedOnline]

Thank you so much! Very useful tutorial. I have a question: How can we disable VPS for indoor shooting?

[@aircam1461]

I agree with Giovanni, this tutorial should be included with every DJi P4, in fact, DJI, and Yuneek should both contract you to do videos on all their products...I own Phantoms and Typhoons, I would love to see you produce a video on the new Yuneek TH when it gets released later next month.

[@hayabusa27]

Does it require phone data to fly this?

[@Tvspecialists]

No, it does not.

[@WhatIThinkNation]

Looking at getting a used DJI P4 locally so this video helped as a nice how to for testing out the drone. Never know with used sellers. Thanks again.

[@edwardzavala7914]

really nice, I know more about my P-4 after watching this. I subscribed and hope to learn more on the photography/video settings next.