DJI Phantom 4 Getting Started Guide. Charging, Calibration, Activating, Flight Controls

I take you through all the steps from box to flying field and show you how to charge, setup and activate your new Phantom 4.
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In this video is:
Unboxing
Charging Phantom 4 and controller
Activating the craft for the first time
Calibrating the compass and IMU
Fitting the propellers
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[@boblewin7099]

Fantastic Rick. I have been viewing Phantom 4 (beginner) videos on KZbin for the past 2 weeks (anticipating buying one shortly) and to be honest, all of the videos were certainly no where as comprehensive, succinct, informative and professionally done as yours. You have chosen a very logical way to move through beginner instruction and you seem not to waste any time on non necessary chatter. With your one video I have learned more than all the previous videos combined. This is the information I have been looking for. As a retired instructor myself, my sincere thanks for offering something so well produced. I will subscribe here shortly. Thanks again.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks for the feedback. I try to show that not all sellers are the same and that I'm just as much about my product knowledge than I am about selling it. There are many sellers who are in it to make a buck now and don't care about the product.

[@Malaikamediaug]

I agree.. bought a phantom 4 on Saturday but i failed to fly it.. this is really infomative

[@Shaymon23]

Great video! Thank you! Bob Lewin was spot on with his comment.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks for the kind comments.

[@ridwansalaudeen7968]

I just got mine and looking for where to get info on how to use it, happy I stumbled on this video.

[@gavinmaloney6773]

Thank you very much for this very informative tutorial! I have a DJI Phantom 4 in the box and a little nervous to get it all set up, but you have really given me the confidence to get it in the air. Much appreciated!

[@davidvandam2405]

I agree, this is THE best comprehensive intro video for the Phantom published so far. Guess I'd best subscribe now!

[@capnfrankly]

The best and simplest as well as most comprehensive intro I have watched and I have watched quite a few...Thank You

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thank you. www.patreon.com/marionvillemultirotors

[@azalbalushi]

Thanks Rick. I've been through a number of phantom 4 videos , but non of them were as simple and straight forward as yours. so thanks again. I am doing my maiden flight tomorrow , so wish me luck !

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Good luck.

[@TaylorStonelyVO]

Thanks, this was an excellent video on getting started with the Phantom 4 right out of the box.

[@nickg9797]

Absolutely Fantastic! Well done - need to watch a couple times to get it all - Please continue! - May cover some "Issues & solutions" as they arise - You are a very good Teacher!

[@patnalasuribabu6862]

thank you very much rick. for giving very informative subject regarding PANTHOM 4. i have just brought the PANHOM 4 FROM CHENNAI,INDIA. BUT unable to get the flying details and training. . This was very helped me to learn about PANTHOM 4 .now i have a confidence to fly. thanks for the video once again. please continue your updates... god bless you..

[@miloa.2684]

Just got my Phantom 4 (my first drone) and gotta say this video is incredibly informative. Cheers mate!

[@thomaseaton4077]

Finally, now I know what all the buttons are for! Excellent detailed video for us beginners. My Pro 4 came with a built in monitor. Now, if I could only learn how to connect that monitor to the app. Many thanks for you exceptional presentation!

[@theociba3762]

Very good overview. I needed a refresher since I have last used the bird, and your explanation was essential. Thanks for putting this together.

[@jjay88]

One of the best Phantom 4 instructional videos I've ran across, thank you!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad my video helped you. Become a Patreon of my channel and support me to keep the videos coming. www.patreon.com/marionvillemultirotors

[@TheGarth121]

As per Bob Lewin excellent piece all you need to know and a little bit more...........Thanks Marionville Multirotors

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Yes it was a very kind comment. Its what makes me keep going with my videos.

[@tomcatGB]

Just got to say this is one of the most informative videos I have ever watched thank you. I now just need to save up and convince the wife... :-)

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks.

[@antoniogonidis44]

+Marionville Multirotors best video ever!! thanks

[@Directory1]

tomcatGB did you get a phantom??

[@patriciadowney7884]

FINALLY--a very well thought out video on using the phantom 4. Thank you so, so much. Excellent video!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks.

[@geomatrix5452]

A very excellent and informative video! I've watched many and you hit all the main details. Just got my Phantom 4 delivered today but still watching a few videos for as much info as possible. Thanks again for the effort and straight forward instructions.

[@PixiesChannel12345]

Nice video, Very informative, Best one I have seen yet, You gained a new supporter and I rung your bell.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Pixies Channel Thanks very much for ringing my bell.

[@robertjenkins8630]

Many thanks My Friend. I will be making my first flight with my New Phantom 4 as soon as the weather clears. Well, it’s new to me. Only has 21 flight minutes on it. This video was a huge help. Again thank you Sir!!!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Robert Jenkins glad it helped.

[@geoffthefarmer]

This is the most informative Phantom 4 video I have seen. Great work.

[@buddha417]

Thanks Rick, education at it's very best. Wonderfully clear.

[@Ducati_Dude]

Very informative... Just got a P4 and will be setting it up today... Thanks for the awesome set-up tutorial...

[@Karel.C]

Talking about a tutorial! Great! Can't wait to see the app video.

[@FCPWHAT]

Nice and informative Getting started guide.. In fact the best one I've seen so far. Thanks.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thank you.

[@carlossantos5439]

Getting my phantom 4 next week, thank you very much for your tutorials, great help, detailed information and good quality, one of the best videos on the subject. Greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work 👍

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

carlos santos thanks for the nice feedback.

[@Wazza722]

The most informative video about the phantom 4 on you tube! A No nonsense review!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Wazza722 Thankyou very much.

[@tracybrislin]

I wish I lived in the UK, you present the best videos of any one out there! When ever Im about to give up I run across your Vids and I have one of those Ah Ah moments. You know " So thats how you do it!"

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad they help you where ever you are.

[@lpmoore5161]

Just got a Phantom-4.--- Your video-------VERY HELPFUL!!!!!!!!!! Thanks!!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad it helped.

[@reddirtndiesel1]

Great Job mate ! very informative enjoyed watching ! in Australia ,so great to hear a voice from my homeland !

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks.

[@JDotson04]

Thank you so much I did not know got to charge my controller but you helped me thank you

[@jeffchapman1962]

Great Video .. just got mine today .. looking forward to setting it up .. great tutorial thanks

[@trickydickienobel4565]

Excellent tutorial Rick - used your previous ones on P2V+ and learnt a lot. Now looking to a P4 as my next drone. Thanks.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks.

[@anthonyfrancisanthonyfranc1534]

Great video and has answered a lot of questions I needed to know. We need people like you when we first start out and hopefully can get access to more of your videos and information as we progress, thanks.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thank you for your kind words. id like to keep the videos coming but the drone market is very tight at the moment and smaller dealers like myself are going under and its difficult to get the time and money to make these videos. www.patreon.com/marionvillemultirotors

[@BANNERWORX]

Thank you, this is the most informative video I've seen about the P4. I've purchased mine today, and flying it in a few days time.

[@gozzay]

Nice video and so explanatory for beginners

[@tomspallone1868]

Great tutorial. I have less anxiety about taking my Phantom 4 out of the box now.

[@KenKneknaneek]

Thanks for the great demo and am looking to find more that you have done. Just ordered my P4 and should get it next week so am learning everything I can about it in advance of its arrival. Happy Flying. GrampaKenCanada

[@andimccann]

Fantastic video, my P4 arrives Tuesday but having seen this I wish I had ordered from you!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

+Andrew I wish you had to. Small dealers need the support.

[@privateeyeguy963]

The best tutorial so far. Great job! Thank you

[@bphoto21]

Sorry for my bad English : First of all great video.Great job.Great information.Thank you sir.Just a note.Something for the "Video output" at 9:52 . For the most of the people here is always better to choose NTSC format wherever there Country is because contains more frames per second. We use digital signals today (HDMI) so it doesn't matter which format you choose.We dont really use old connection cables any more (RCA) so there's no problem to always choose NTSC standard to get those extra frames.This apply not just to Phantom 4 but to all of the modern video devices.

[@FloridaWildlife]

Just got the P4 today, Ty for going in depth!

[@scottishshoreangler]

The best tutorial about it on you tube thank you

[@seb85live]

Nice video , no idea if dji made one but yours is perfect . Watching it while my battery is getting the first charge :-) . Thanks a lot for sharing this !

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad its of help.

[@paramedicbenmedic7276]

just got my Phantom 4 very informative video I'll keep on checking

[@royboy6252]

Great video Rick. Thank you for a very well done and easily explained intro to the Phantom 4.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad it helped.

[@javiermaturana9773]

Thanks from Spain. Very good video... very good job.

[@roytherhodesian4029]

awesome video mate ,....you explain every thing so well...top effort

[@DaveHeagle]

Subscribed... because you didn't waste my valuable time with useless nonsense like "how to open the box!" Thank you, great tutorial!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Dave Heagle yes I hate boxing videos to.

[@manfredteh]

love your work! great stuff! my phantom 4 is old now, i think it's time to get a new one! looks like it's all about the phantom 4 pro! i will be posting some more stuff soon! hopefully it will be as good as expected

[@monkeytownfilms6240]

Extremely helpful. One of the best i've seen. Thanks Rick for posting. :)

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks for your kind comments.

[@raymondgray8921]

Great video 👍

[@DaveFisher1]

very nice. thanks for doing this vid. much appreciated

[@mikelowrie9123]

sweet job getting ready wanna know how to get to more videos from you

[@KimberCTurner]

Very nicely done! I can't wait to get one.

[@kevinhudson6256]

Very clean nice job on this informative ph4 vid. Also did not know that I could not change the name on it later. LOL.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad you found the video helpful.

[@brucehenderson598]

Hi Rick - great to see an instructional video done by someone with an IQ greater than their shoe size

[@PinchnerHouse]

Although you say the controller is pretty much the same, the phone/tablet holder is a huge improvement over the 3. Much more sturdy and stable.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

It's the same as the Inspire but can be fitted to the P3 controller.

[@rz9027]

GREAT JOB, I AM GOING TO GET ONE. Rick.... in san diego

[@vanessajazp6341]

Very informative for a noobie like myself. But a question ... at about the 18-minute mark you talk about calibrating the IMU. Okay ... so what is that?

[@paulabruann]

Thanks a lot for this beginner explanation is very important and u don't need to read the manual.

[@thomaseaton4077]

Manual? I got no manual! That's why I am grateful for this presentation!

[@mattycross]

Fantastic video! Hoping to pick a P4 up next week :)

[@dickbutt2123]

Can u get me one please

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

+Matt Cross Make sure you buy from a proper drone dealer as they need your support.

[@Dylan-zj1lz]

Nice, i have learn't a lot, i have ordered a dji phantom 4 that is coming in like a week

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Are you supporting your local dealer.

[@Dylan-zj1lz]

Marionville Multirotors ?

[@Cs-qg9nz]

Marionville Multirotors if amazon is a local dealer then.....hell yeah. I would rather pay 799 then 1000

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

You'll get no help or support from Amazon.

[@Cs-qg9nz]

Marionville Multirotors got help twice and DJI care. besides, our local dealers are Apple ans bestbuy and they told me to purchase DJi care.

[@nabrajsubedi8209]

Thanks for this wonderful presentation.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad it’s still useful.

[@Kstross90]

This Guy: “VERY compact” DJI: Hold my beer... 1 Year Later comes the Mavic Pro

[@buddysinsight9834]

Excellent video mate. I just got my phantom 4 yesterday and for some reason I can't charge the new batteries. Do you have any idea what I should do. The lights do not scroll across like your video. Any help would be highly appreciated

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Make sure the connector is fully pushed into the controller as it can be a tight fit.

[@starleyandrade5637]

awesome video !

[@keithbrown2458]

Thank you for a very informative video. Good Job!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Thanks.

[@quarrytrash1]

this video made everything so easy, thank you!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad it was helpful.

[@MagnumVideos]

Very informative video. I have a question. How do you set reset the camera gimbals to level? I can't remember which program it's in.

[@MrJohnny952]

Tank you very much , John from St. Maarten .

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Glad you like it.

[@iamrind]

Marionville Multirotors how's you? sir i am using phantom 4 advanced, i just want your help that how i can mount a night vision device with my drone to get a night view. I will be really thankful to you for your guidance.

[@vidmon]

Thanks for the great video. If the controller battery is not fully charged does it reduce the range or create any issues controlling the P4?

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

It would have to be very low until it was an issue. You would get ample warning first.

[@OzyOzySM]

I have to re comment, I just paid $1200 for the DJI phantom 4 from Best Buy I like it!!! It's almost plug and play but these videos makes it complicated I loved the camera it's so stable like a rock !!! Cenma experience and nice pic!! The easy to fly and return home are nice I couldn't find subjects tracking !! But the only problem is the signal ( it's so week and can't fly more than 1/2 mile without cutting and clutching in signal But it's nice flying bird!! Now I thank to make same on RC heli will be so much fun!!!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Ozy Ozy I'm glad you like my video. One thing though, stores like Best Buy are killing the small retailers and soon they will disappear and videos like mine will no longer exist. If it wasn't for my supporting customers I wouldn't have the time and new to make them.

[@WichitaMule]

Hi, great video. One question.... @15:35you say the "beam" actually comes out the sides of the antennae. Are you talking about the thin edges" or the large flat sides of the antennae? I believe the signal comes directly out of the larger flat parts of the antennae, am I correct? Thanks if you can clarify this for me.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

WichitaMule yes mainly from the flat surfaces but will come from the sides to. The tip of the antenna is the dead zone.

[@MagnumVideos]

Just got my new Phantom 4. Can't figure out how to charge the controller. Hope this video helps. Then I need to figure out how to connect everything with the DJI Go app. Wow.

[@nextstepcontrols]

Hi Rick,Great video!Is there any issues with buying a Phantom 4 in US and bringing it to Europe? Also, what is currently the most popular drone in Europe?Thanks,Renato

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

You will be fine. The P4 is probably the most popular just now.

[@nextstepcontrols]

Thanks for the info. Looking forward to using the P4 on my vacation. I was worried about the GPS functions in Europe.

[@billbliss2500]

Great VIDEO Thank You!

[@CaptainMyCaptain33]

you you have a video on weigh point flying, or how you can download maps? I have pretty poor coverage in my area and some of the place I want to fly that my tablet doesn't work. So I wanted to figure that out.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

I haven't gone into detail on that yet. For maps, just go to where you want to fly on the app and it will cache the maps.

[@cineman1841]

Thank You Very Much, Brilliant 👌

[@drlemur]

Great vid. Thanks so much for making it. Just got my 4 pro but I'm not sure if I've done damage to it already or not. :/ Through my own stupidity I accidentally turned the unit on without removing the gimble clamp! It was probably on for ten minutes. How bad is this? Also when I updated controller firmware through the micro SD card I got an 800 error. I tried twice more.. same error. Then I reformatted the card and tried again and it worked.. Should I be concerned those failed attempts will cause any issues??

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

DrLemur it will be fine. If you kept doing it you would burn out the gimbal motors.

[@Brucelectricmoose]

Excellent video

[@Wazza722]

Does it need to be calibrated everytime you use it in different location?

[@geolopez914]

And lets not just rely on the DJI GO App for updates, You can also Download the "DJI Assistant 2" for your PC and just connect your phantom via USB and use that program for updating as well.

[@megamundus]

thank you for this extremely useful and informative video. do you know how to switch between FCC and CE specs? I mean change transmission between 5000 m and 3500 my.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

It's done on location so can't be changed manually.

[@mruavs4475]

Nice information. Just a thought but to perhaps help durability for the foam. It might not be a bad idea to apply a harding liquid Styrofoam compliant too help and then upgrade to a more reliable hardshell. Just a thought. Got one on pre-order. Stay fly thanks!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

It's the same as there back pack so it's quite durable. Have you ordered from a dealer?

[@hook2233]

thank you, very informative. Do you have a video for the Tali h500? Thank you

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

No. My dealings with Walkera haven't been good.

[@faraichisvo5230]

Great post, thanks! One question: Where does the P4 save media to? Do I have to buy a bigger SD card for my tablet?

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Records the hi res images and video to the sd card in the camera and a preview copy to your tablet.

[@smartcar8]

Excellent, thanks!

[@jose2bee2]

Really great lesson!!! Tops!!!

[@OzyOzySM]

Nothing fun like flying scale helicopter!!

[@djjerry9081]

Awesome Video, Where can I see the one for the App? Thank you Marionville Multirotors

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

I haven't got round to that yet.

[@djjerry9081]

Would it be Any time soon? Just got a New Phantom 4 and still learning the whole process, your videos are very helpful thank you.

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

+DJ Jerry hopefully soon. I rely on customers supporting me by purchasing from me so I can warrant the time to make the videos. Unfortunately most don't care where they but from so my time is very limited on doing videos.

[@mali5591]

hi I need some advice please. I recently purchased a Phantom 4.. and typical of me.. I panicked and crashed it.. no serious damage per say BUT two of the propellers have a scuff on them.. now is it safe to fly with those two scuffed propellers? or do I need to replace them? thanks awaiting your reply.

[@dronegeek6067]

I have a phantom 3 standard. Should I buy the phantom 3 professional or the phantom 4?

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

I would buy the Advanced. The Pro is not worth the extra and the 4K is wifi

[@knightduesvult7770]

this has helped me so much thank you 👍👍

[@BulgBeats]

great explanation thanks

[@fpvrcstuff]

Very well presented and easy to understand tutorial , can't wait to see some more on the Phantom 4 ..........Just got one from Santa . I had a QRX 350 and it was stone age tech compared to this machine .Cheers from Canada

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

sfpvrcstuff no problem. You can support me through my Pateon page. www.patreon.com/marionvillemultirotors

[@ABritinthPhilippines]

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

[@WAHB50YY]

Thank you so much, this was awesome!!

[@memyselfi946]

Which Drone is your Favorite the DJI P 4 or Typhoon H ?

[@melrolleri]

great information!! thanks so much!

[@MarionvillemodelsMultirotors]

Good luck with your flying.