DJI RC Tested: 23 Questions Answered in Detail

[@Drone-Pilot]

Also two more things about the DJI RC 1) The Covered USB C port I connect devices like external SSD Drive or USB C Card reader etc in host type mode, the uncovered one is for charging, you will need a proper 20 pin cable to do this ie: the 10GB/s cables, the cheaper cables just wont work. 2) The Photo/Camera Button on the right It is a 2 position button just like a DSLR camera has the function of HOLD this button too does the same thing, for arguments sake you can focus on something close, semi depress the button till you hear the beep that its locked on target then re-frame the shot while holding that button semi depressed and finally full press to take the photo. This makes for some nice BOKAH effects or exposure locking on the desired object.

[@fracadiou]

Thanks. Quite useful points! Remark. Bokeh, pronounced Boke, comes from 暈け in Japanese. Instead of the strange Bokah some people use.

[@wollins2]

Your list of timestamps alone got a thumbs up from me. Saves SOOO much time! Thank you.

[@alainfloutier6466]

Thanks for this comprehensive review. However, small remark: the hyperlapse way points scenarios CAN be recorded and replayed as many times you want over time. You tap on it and name it the way you want. I recorded the same hyperlapse scenario about 20 times along a 12 months period in order to shoot the progress of a construction in my neighborhood, and did a final video using all the rushes….

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - very good catch!

[@LingoTRJ]

Thank you so much! Just purchased my first nice drone, and you nailed just about every question I could think of! Even a year later, you still rock for this! 🤟

[@nesh1877]

Thank you. Even the sales man didn’t give me this kind of detailed information.

[@Sirbradford13]

Found a handy little trick on the overheating drone issue. I stand it up on its butt when I’m just doing quick transfer stuff. The heat seems to dissipate better and I haven’t had that error for a couple weeks now.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Nice!!!

[@tommyjexiled]

You answered the most important question for me, which I couldn't find anywhere else. You confirmed for me that I could put a cheeseburger in the carrying bag that comes with the drone. 😁

[@Theguz14]

Thanks !!! Just got mine yesterday and I’m trying to get the little things rights by watching every video I can.

[@neverdown]

Best practical review out there. Not just silly range comprasision

[@donnyboy1972]

Thanks for the info. Really helped and answered some questions I had. I used to have the dji phantom 3 many many many years ago and loved it, not had a drone since but just ordered a dji mini 3 with rc controller and looking forward to getting back in the saddle so to speak. Thanks.

[@DADTHEFATHER]

Dji owes you for all of this. You are a legend.👍🏾

[@twinturbo111]

wait, so the remote without the screen has a longer range than the remote with the built-in screen ?

[@ssilden]

Nnever is a man more straigth to the point then you, great video, again ! Thanx

[@DanielBerke]

I went for the RC based on you (and every other reviewer I found) raving about it, and also because with the RC it's shipping at the end of May vs. ~August without it. Can't wait to try it out!

[@CapybaraCM]

Stroopwafel WiFi. Love it.

[@jimmywolfe6183]

Ray, You’ve always been my go to for watch info, didn’t realize you are now my go to for other fun toys as well!! As always - great info, great channel and clever comments and insight! Keep going brother!!

[@i00Productions]

To download maps you don't actually need to have the drone on.. you can get to the map (normally in the bottom left-hand corner) by clicking on connection guide, then camera view, then click the map

[@darkstepwarrior88]

Absolutely love these type of video's. Going beyond the specs and into the details

[@c2thew]

Dude this was an amazing video. Answered a bunch of relevant questions

[@NicoJW]

Same

[@gerrykp]

thank you! we are lucky to have you!!!

[@wandatowellable]

The cooling tip was really good to hear. I was just updating the FW on my Air 2s and it was melting after maybe 15 minutes of updating. Now I know why.

[@mardanheddeokwa]

Dude, very informational video. One thing I want to mention. It is about your talking speed. It looks like you have a train to catch. Maybe try to just slow down a bit. Just a happy face, do what you have to do. Good video!

[@cyc00000]

Great vid as usual. I haven't read through the comments yet, but I believe the range dropping out has more to do with frequencies used in europe than a limitation of the drone/controller. I've been out over 3km (illegal yes, but on my property). Keen to get my hands on the new rc2 version.

[@moemaster1966]

As of August 23rd the range with the mavic 3 is compatible to my standard controller…I was pleasantly surprised

[@TripleJ2003]

Very informational, thanks. I was looking to get this package but am concerned about the range. Mabye you could do a little range test compared to the normal RC remote. Thanks for the vids!

[@DJIDroneTravel]

I am sure with new updates DJI will sort this out 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Chorge1972]

@@DJIDroneTravel how? External antennas per FW?!

[@leadsled213]

Are people running their Wifi hotspot on phone while flying?

[@smanzoli]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmPZhZmGmsaWiNE

[@TheJaycal77]

Allegedly it was a software issue that was causing this

[@carlmarciano5104]

Thank you so much for all the information about the Mini 3 Pro RC

[@Dcrainmaker]

No problem 👍

[@ChristiaanRoest79]

I am glad i bought the RC pro. I dislike the brightness of my DJI RC. Its not bright enough for outdoor use in summer. It wouldnt surprise me if the range is also better with these external antennas. We will see when its compatible with the Mini 3. I hope soon.

[@EpicModeEngaged]

Wow, didn't even get 1 mile with RC? Yikes. Reception is kind of a big deal for me as sometimes I am flying behind buildings and through trees. I have the RC Pro and I am loving it!

[@cmpang2001]

have you tried another range test with the standard rc controller as a comparision?

[@EpicModeEngaged]

@@cmpang2001 Yeah, I wasn't that impressed by it

[@Matanumi]

@@EpicModeEngaged oh?how so? wasn't impressed with what

[@jawaring4367]

2:13 this is a hardware thing in order to make it cheaper or maybe because of parts availability. There's a small module that goes alongside the standard USB-C card that is needed for HDMI video out. The same thing happened when Nintendo came out with the Switch Lite. The Switch can do HDMI out of the USB-C port on the bottom but the Switch Lite can't because it's missing that one small circuit.

[@jawaring4367]

This *could* be disabled in software, but I don't know why they would ever do that

[@Docfly62]

@@jawaring4367 To differentiate between the RV and the RC Pro which is a good deal more expensive. Not sure how much the RC will be when it's available separately. I'm guessing 6 to 800 bucks

[@shaneturner4630]

Great video, I hope they fix the distance issue with a firmware update soon. Seems to be an issue with the monitor remote version

[@RIZLAWOUTLAW]

What's the point of fake occusync 3 when the controller only manages 1k stable and they claim 12km

[@GeoffBrabecDronesTech]

Excellent video! Very detailed. Definitely answered questions I've been trying to figure out about the RC Remote that are no where on the spec sheets. -Have a blessed day! 👍🏻

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

[@iyantablatin1530]

YOUR GIVING AWAY DRONE I REALLY LOVE DJI MAVIC MINI 2

[@NubMaster1]

A range test between all three remotes would be good to watch.

[@jimig399]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2HaYWiKmLSErM0

[@sebsadventures41]

Thanks for the info. Other down side for the RC (I guess) is if the screen fails or brakes you won't be able to fly the drone anymore

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, though, I'd say if that screen breaks, realistically, you likely would have had the other controller in the same spot and if that screen breaks , it likely meant a pretty hard whack/fall where I'd be honestly more concerned about internal components than the screen itself.

[@baravados]

thankyou - you had a couple of things on there that I haven't seen anywhere else and I was at wits end - solved my problem! I owe you a beer !

[@user-zi8jn1go8k]

Thanks, very detailed info. These were my exact thoughts about 3rd party apps, someone will hack it the day they get it. I guess I will wait until someone will make a full range test with both RCs

[@jameswynn93]

Great video! I also really enjoyed your beginner's guide and wind test videos.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks!!! Glad they're helpful!

[@LavricSorin]

Can you please make a range test with this 3 remotes? Of course, when all will work with the same drone. Thanks 😊

[@HistoricalDroneFlight]

Yes that would be a very nice test

[@thedronedownunder3919]

Engaging from start to finish. Fantastic video, mate.

[@spacemoon56]

Confused on why the range is so little. They've completely backtracked from Ocusync which is amazing

[@DJIDroneTravel]

It’s a new control I am sure with new updates from DJI they will fix this…

[@sergicolome9195]

From 12 km to 1 km is a huge fail/scam

[@AnthonyBate]

Really hoping a 3rd party solution for boosting transmission/receiving comes out for the DJI RC

[@speedbird737]

Hopefully a hack like the done with the other drones

[@RonaldBrown59]

Thanks for this video, there are so many questions out there about the DJI RC, and this video answers almost all the them. Nice job.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - much appreciated!

[@javangodnger]

Turning your drone on is a must while you're caching maps into the RC? Some insist it works fine when the drone is off status. Thanks for your video! They are always helpful!

[@mikepi660]

Thank you for your time and expertise,,,, I have subscribed, will watch all your great videos,,,

[@chcomes]

super useful! seems not worth the cost having already the basic unit- not being able to directly share from the phone is a big no-no in usability

[@taiwoonine]

Thanks for great videos. Can you do a range test for the latest DJI 3 drones - mini 3 pro and mavic 3 ? 🙏🙏

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks! I talk a bit about range in this video (see the chapters), but I don't typically do range tests as it's usually not permitted where I live (due to lack of visibility that far out). In this case, it failed early enough I could still see it.

[@taiwoonine]

@@Dcrainmaker Thank you ! Appreciate your response !

[@dspitze]

@@Dcrainmaker would it be longer with the Mini 2 remote?

[@the.noaseo]

Every level of this video is Outstanding. You're awesome.

[@touring4973]

Thanks!

[@manicfour]

Watched a vid where it shows how to post to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and KZbin from the remote. You actually log into your account. Its under profile. Then to dji store. Then scrole all the way down to the bottom. You will see the social media icons. Select either you like to log into. Once logged in you select the back tab top left which takes you from whatever app you chose dji page to yours.

[@tembak88]

Would be great to see a range test between RC and non-RC version whether the same range issue appear or not.

[@cipri198zero]

Range its 100% the same between the two. BUT with the older RC-N1 you get one advantage in Europe: the Dji Fly app can be tweaked to work in FCC mode which offers a much better range. But I prefer to use the new RC because of the much more smoother controll and since you need to keep the drone in the visual line of sight the new RC is the better choice.

[@DaveNZ3339]

Thank you so much for this! One more question - why 2 usb-c ports? Do they have the same or different functionality?

[@DavidinEssexUK]

4g dongle is coming in some regions.

[@TheJaycal77]

Covered one can be used for an external drive such as ssd

[@iamjuanpantoja]

wow, great DJI RC for my baby

[@erdrickk]

Can you use the DJI RC Pro remote with the Mini 3 pro??

[@Rockkou]

Thanks soooo much for this. I'm waiting dji rc for Mavic3.

[@proflex310]

Yes, you got to do the range test ! Please )

[@Dutch929]

Stroopwafel, nice

[@Strgchris]

I recently purchased one with my mavic 3 classic, and it allows the for both the setting and saving of way points directly from the home screen. It is a little S shaped line with little dots along it, located on the left-hand side of the screen in video mode. After setting the way points, you can set the speed, starting point, and where it will go after all the waypoints are completed ex. RTH before you begin.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yup, waypoints across the Mavic 3 lineup were added last week. Finally!

[@4WingView]

Every question i had is checked. Greatly appreciated 👍🏼

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - much appreciated!

[@janmar00]

Very informative, thank you for creating a video for the controller. Answered the lingering questions about the controller I had, though why advertise a 12km range when it drops at 1000m? I don't get it...

[@DatraxTV]

Yes, it's really interesting is it a matter of antennas in this new remote and how it's different from the original RC-N1

[@FondelMikeRotch]

There was a bug that was reducing range in the software.

[@sardinelly1]

Great channel. Brilliant presentation. I learnt a lot . Many thanks!!!

[@AmazingPhilippines1]

Thanks for the reviews! Few regulations in the Philippines but that could change soon.

[@garyr4047]

As expected, outstanding.. Re the range issue, as you are in the EU and flying under the CE specs the issue continues as expected. It will be interesting to see what if any issues come up in FCC land... Also, it will be good to see a range comparison to the R1N1 RC in CE land... No doubt, in time, Alientech and/or 4Hawks will come out with kits for extended range for the DJI RC...

[@Airbag888]

He also flew in the Carribeans though

[@garyr4047]

@@Airbag888 True, I don't know if country where he was in CE or FCC. Or, if he was having connection problems there.. Would be interesting to know...

[@Dcrainmaker]

In this case, I was first flying in the Dominican Republic, which as far as I know falls under the FCC side (certainly not the EU side, it's not an EU country if I was in a French/Dutch territory in the Carrib). The second test at 1,500m was in the Netherlands, thus would fall under the EU guidance. Frankly, it didn't seem to matter.

[@lifson22]

Wow, in a wide open area, like over the ocean or up a large river, I can get 8000(edit: 5130 actually is the max I've done, my bad)meters away with my mini 2 before signal starts to get bad enough that I get nervous. 1500 meters is terrible. I'm literally about to cancel my order. Edit: I was mistaken, the furthest I've flown is 5130 m away. Still insanely more range than what the mini 3 seems to be getting with the new remote.

[@nbkicker7665]

8000m in the eu or uk ?, as eu and uk models are massively reduced range compared to usa etc due to eu ruling on max amount of power in the antennas , my origional mini wouldnt go past 700m, max i got by the sea was 1500m and that was with yagi antenna extensions on it

[@lifson22]

@@nbkicker7665 I'm in the US

[@dheller777]

why don't you just buy a regular controller and use it when you want long range?

[@lifson22]

@@dheller777 while you're not wrong about that being a solution, it's ridiculous for them to sell the highest priced package with a controller that doesn't get anywhere near their advertised range. That's not just a problem with long range flights either. Weak signal strength means more issues with signal penetration, so obstacles and general interference will be more problematic. No one should have to spend more money to get the performance they're advertising.

[@FondelMikeRotch]

@@lifson22 You are not understanding the range issues are not the controller but the output it has for regional areas. It has two modes,some countries limit the transmission. Understand?

[@marcocristalli]

Excellent and very detailed video! Thank you so much!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Instant_Nerf]

For the screen record you can use a usb c microphone and it will record you’re voice with the screen record.. look it up.

[@DevinReaves]

Very cool. Thanks fam. Gonna check out the other videos.

[@mrheng562]

Thanks for in-depth responses to all the questions. I’m kind of bummed that there’s no live capability.

[@thekiteflyer1]

Such a small screen and no way of connecting a decent size one (at present I use a Galaxy tab 7 fe), good honest video

[@gunnsteinnjonsson9166]

Great video packed with helpful information, thanks 👍

[@garretpickens5745]

The range will be different for everyone depending where you are and fcc or eu settings. I get way more range than that, around 6-7 kilometers. Also altitude plays a big role.

[@Buzzalong.cycling]

Many thanks for answering the questions :) great video!

[@Instant_Nerf]

For the micros sd cards make sure you get a class 3 for you’re drone. Other wise you’re footage is watery, wavy like. Because it’s all 4k 60fps.. you need a good fast card.

[@markmcgee4759]

Super informative man. Thanks a lot!

[@jamesharrison3798]

Haha, yeah, I always throw a cheeseburger in my flight bag. Flying makes me hungry!

[@sloaneaudiovideo]

Bravo! Everything is answered! Love it

[@tonybucca5667]

I use a laptop cooler to set my drone on top of at home when I'm transferring files. Best $5 I ever spent

[@videolan]

In the EU, real world range is around 300 metres maximum. In the EU, DJI do not enable the radio power used in FCC countries. If you have the new Remote RC, there is currently no way to load "alternative" apps to get round the problem. I guess there will be a load of disappointed EU owners when the range limitation becomes apparent.

[@Dcrainmaker]

There is no such thing as EU vs non-EU hardware models anymore, that ended years ago. It's all the same model, and is simply restricted by unit looking at your current location. It boosts power in FCC-locales, and reduces it in EU locales. On the inside you'll find all the applicable stickers for all countries. So, in one case I'm demonstrating in the EU, at 1,500m, and others under FCC rules. Frankly, I got further under EU rules.

[@videolan]

@@Dcrainmaker I know all that about the hardware/firmware/software - maybe I should have been clearer in stating that the software/firmware need not be restricted to EU power levels when used in the UK as the UK is no longer in the EU. I find it hard to believe you got 1,500m in the EU unless you were on top of a hill in open country and no interference from other wifi signals. The story is horribly different in a built up area with loads of other signals interfering.

[@smanzoli]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipbcnYhri8uohZI

[@slartibartfass5729]

@@videolan UK ist still enforcing the same radio rules valid in the EU. The only difference is, that device maker who want to sell their stuff in UK now need to pay some extra thousands of money to the new UK Certification Authority - (UKCA) - whose employees just stamping some sheets of papers for all EU legal Radio Equipment. Profitable new business for friends and family...

[@LifeExotics]

So addictive I’m going for it. Thanks for another awesome video man.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - appreciate it!!!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

14:08 "Nuttin' Honey"... I can see that someone has been editing for wayyyy too long 😂

[@Dcrainmaker]

I mean, how else would you write that technical spec? 😂

[@unun186]

Wow great, the thing I mostly concern was if the DJI RC works with my Mavic 3, good to hear that

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

So Helpful! Thanks Ray! I've been a fan/sub for quite some time. Being an air2s owner I'm super happy to hear your take on the compatibility with that bird as well as learning that it is likely we will be able to download 3rd party apps, HUGE. I like Maven and it is very useful, GPS follow me, waypoint missions and more! Please share more on any info achieving that as it become available. Ray, I urge you to try Maven. I've got the air2S or Mini 2 up 50m over and behind me, set "auto Pilot," on the app and tucked the N1 in my jacket. I took off down all kinds of MTB trails. With GPS it is so nice to just keep it well above all tree tops, no constant view needed but still a safe and a cool view. Never had an issue. It has cable cam function with subject tracking. . . and more, lots more. It is not perfectly shot, jerky especially close but reliable, easy to clean up in post with a stabilizer. The drone always shows up a couple miles down the trail positioned, relatively, where I left it. . . ! I can't believe DJI doesn't have that. . . these days, used to. . . I make epic adventure videos, light, fast, technical scrambles and climbs on big mountains and desert venues. Some MTB in there too. . . if you ever need any big epic drone shots I'd love to set you up or with info too, been flying just under 15K feet a few times! Your info and testing is very useful to me, wind! Like knowing I'll likely be able to just take this RC with 2 drones, on my longer trips saving me weight and phone setup for the Air2S with N1. . . Awesome! Please come visit, as an athlete I know you will be impressed and enjoy. Two warnings, don't be afraid of heights and I only use drones in about 2/3s of my trips due to wilderness area restrictions. . . always have an i phone, GoPro and often 360 cam though. . . hope to see you and chat. . .

[@TheJoeTube]

Awesome video. I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@TheTorgehal]

Thank you for a very interesting video. I must say that the only feature I'm missing with the DJI-RC is (currently) lack of HDMI output. If it's not a HW limitation, I sure hope DJI will enable USB-C to HDMI feature. Am I the only one missing this? The Pro controller is far to expencive and not an option (even it has HDMI feature built in). I sure hope DJI customer's gather up in a request for USB-C 2 HDMI feature to be implemented in the DJI-RC. By the way - Very disappointing that the range seems so far from what is advertised.

[@jawaring4367]

It's almost definitely a hardware limitation, just like the Nintendo Switch vs Switch Lite.

[@wayntiole]

I agree, the lack of HDMI is a deal breaker for me!

[@jdnell]

I'm in the USB-C to HDMI camp.... hope it happens soon!

[@motionmanager]

Dies the rc pro work with mini 3

[@dlg521]

@@jdnell I watched a video addressing that issue and it apparently is not possible due to the hardware. Probably to help keep a market for the Pro controller

[@dannoringer]

Good review. Range is important for me, so that the mini3 controller is not for me. Great review as usual, and yes, I'm subscribed. Why would I want to miss all this tech goodness ?

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - appreciate it!

[@ilikeelectronics100]

For a Dar unplug open hold button plug in then hold until u hear a long beep let go then it factory reset

[@hardtackbeans9790]

Not a drone user but have you made sure to get a 'full featured' USB C cable? The differences in USB C cables is quite substantial. Also there are different standards of HDMI. A quick search of Amazon found nothing for USB-C to HDMI that also said 'full featured' but I didn't look at all the hundreds of them. I bet someone has the cable that will work for you. Finding it may be more trouble than it is worth though.

[@Dcrainmaker]

This is a cable specifically designed for USB-C to HDMI on Android, and DJI also confirmed it won’t work.

[@hardtackbeans9790]

@@Dcrainmaker Ahh. That is worse case then. Too bad.

[@JasonScarborough1]

Thanks for this! Just what I was looking for

[@nathanksimpson]

If those are 1/4 20 taps on the bottom of the remote you could just use some 1/4 20 clamp arms to attach that remote to whatever. Also range seems to have been fixed with an update.

[@jasonhall1305]

Excellent video with loads of information..👏👏👏

[@ericcole8235]

Awesome video!

[@veryboringname.]

I have a sudden urge to eat a stroopwafel now.

[@Dcrainmaker]

That’s the spirit!

[@danielcooper8212]

Awesome vid mate

[@MarshalArnold]

Sorry if this question has been asked, but can you use the RC controller with any of the drone flight simulators?

[@paulinegovaert9034]

thanks for this super helpful

[@covertopfilms3751]

Great! Excited to watch!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - enjoy the vid!

[@southerncrossdrones]

DJI RC is compatible as of today with Air2S. Firmware of the remote controller and the drone is needed.

[@125blackjack]

the air 2 came with the RC-N1 controller

[@DJIDroneTravel]

Excellent video answered so many of my questions 😁

[@celson44elson52]

Hey Just received the DI Mavic 3 Classic and the N1 remotes is working with the Mavic 3. Had a bit of a problem getting the two to pair but after a software upgrade and after a cold reboot of the pair, they paired up and I could see my dinning room table on the N1.