DJI Mini 4K A Beginner's Guide To Your First Flight

Because the DJI Mini 4K is often a first drone for many enthusiasts I thought a beginner's guide would be helpful to many. In this video I go over the drone and controller in detail as well as show how to set it up for flight. In the flight portion of the video, I go over basic control functions, takeoff, landing, flight controls etc. I also go over the app and go over the FPV (first person view) and basic telemetry. I'm confident new flyers will find this helpful. Here is a link to the owner's manual for the Mini 4K: dl.djicdn.com/downloads/DJI_M...
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[@certavietvici2708]

Probably the best and most informative video on the DJI mini anywhere. Thank you Marcus

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much!

[@cliffchurchill9426]

I am in England and an absolute beginner to drones and my daughter in law in USA has just bought me this drone for my 61st. So this video is essential and the content is great, well explained. Will have to review this video multiple times, and practice, as so much to learn and remember - cheers mate, 👍🏼look forward to the next one.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@JOONEOR]

Got this drone almost 2 weeks ago. Been watching a ton of videos to know some basic things I needed to know before my first flight so I didn't crash and burn. You are the ONLY person that answered ALL my questions, in the most straight forward way possible. Much thanks.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad you found the video helpful! I appreciate your comment. 🙂

[@kyasanchez7182]

Just bought this drone a few days ago, this video is great for beginners. Even learned a couple new ways to move the drone around. Keep up the content this stuff is great!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad you found the video helpful!

[@MrHarryeisenstein]

Very informative! Thanks for posting!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@jorgenavarro9513]

Awesome video. Thanks!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Jorge!

[@codynautic]

Thank you very much for the vid

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

My pleasure!

[@philipchura7139]

Great video as usual. Thank you making such a great video for beginners.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

My pleasure! Thank you Philip!

[@steveaugello]

Extremely thorough! That was excellent! Thank you very much!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@StonehillBBQ]

Thank you for this beginners guide. Interesting and very helpful.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@toledanomusic]

great video!! really needed this. thank you

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@GregLeeds-kb3ks]

Super helpful guide, thank you! Getting ready for first flight now!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you and enjoy your new drone!

[@BillTheDroneReviewer]

Well done Marcus. Also known as the Specta Mini lol !

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Bill! I'm loving the little Mini 4K!

[@mikaelnikzad26]

Thank you very much for this amazing tutorial video..

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching.

[@ruelesteban9862]

Very useful video sir!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@dave72ization]

Thankyou for this video,it has totally convinced me that i need to own one now!👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Awesome! It's a great little drone! 🙂

[@11290slk]

Marcus, did my first drone flight in about 6 years tonight with the Mini 4K. Sure a change from the old Phantom 3 and the heavy RC heli's. Someone asked in the comments on one of your videos if you could yaw the quad during RTH. FWIW: I was able to with no problems.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's good to know. Thank you! I've been meaning to test that.

[@sahassingh4321]

Im buying the DJI Mini 4k soon, and this tutorial helped me see the capabilities! Thanks for the suggestion and help

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Enjoy that new drone!

[@georgekelly1948]

Good overview, Marcus. This will be helpful to many people entering the hobby.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you George. I wanted to show a new flier exactly how to fly their new drone.

[@malakjoe]

I used to fly the Phantom 3 back in the day, but I just got the Mini 4K. I played your video on 1.5 speed :), but I'm thankful for your clear and organized presentation.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@JC-sn4tb]

Thank you for the informative video. I received the mini 4k as a father's day present and your video was very helpful.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@DroneSeekersInternational]

Wow video No 857 that is a lot of information about drones Marcuskeep up the great work you bring to the drone community

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Steve! It's fun putting these videos together!

[@henrytaaffe7058]

awsome video Marcus.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Henry!

[@shaunthedrone]

Great information and beginners guide for the Mini 4K drone. I think you covered everything and plenty of tips - big Like from me Marcus

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Shaun! You're the master at teaching people how to use their drones!

[@HP9K]

Marcus - I just got my first drone - the Mini 4K - the day before this video came out. Your timing was perfect. After discovering this video I went back and watched quite a few of your earlier videos and of course I subscribed. Great content and very informative. Thanks.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much! I'm glad the video helped you!

[@justiceformenboys]

Marcus, thanks for this awesome video. Just bought this drone, my first, and learned so much from your video. Watched several other YT videos before catching yours, and wish I hadn't wasted my time on them haha! Best wishes from across the pond.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked it. 🙂

[@SleekHobbies88]

Awesome job Marcus will help,the ones in the market for a drone.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I agree, the $299 dollar price point is a game changer.

[@chriswhite58]

Thank you for sharing this informative video. I appreciate the effort you put into creating it.

[@chriswhite58]

Hello there! I recently passed my Trust test, and I was not aware of it. Thank you very much for informing me. I am currently in the process of deciding between the Mini 2 4K and the Mini 4 Pro. I am considering my financing options for the purchase.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

If you can afford the Mini 4 Pro it's the one you want. It has a lot of capabilities. 👍 Thank you Chris!

[@OGdubi]

Thank you for this very informative video!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

You are so welcome! Thank you!

[@OGdubi]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I have my first drone DJI Mini 4K ordered and comes on Tues, I'm so excited 👍

[@X-GamerPro-HD]

Very interesting and detailed video. Will help me a lot when I get my drone. Thank you.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@bennybali8284]

Thanks ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@JR-bw3tr]

Thank you so much for this tutorial , I was contemplating on either the Atom or this 4K and i think im going with the 4K , i noticed on your videos on the Atom you had to exchange it for a new one and it still give you a bit of trouble at times and I believe the 4K remote control is definitely a better controller than Atom controller, so this tutorial is extremely helpful thank you Marcus how much appreciation all the way from Monterey California area..

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad it was helpful! Monterey is so beautiful. My parent used to live in Marina.

[@JR-bw3tr]

@@IdahoQuadcopter wow Marina Beach is where I fly drones to watch the sunset on a clear day

[@slackhammer4467]

Great video for a new DJI user

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much!

[@TAG605]

Great video. Didn't know I wanted a drone, I'm ordering one now

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much! You will love your new drone!

[@hamishyoung5578]

Great video thanks. I just got this drone today - it's my first drone so I've watched your video during set-up and really enjoyed it. This should help me stay safe and not break my drone on our first outing this weekend.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! You will love that little drone. Have fun!

[@SkyStepDrones68]

Just added this lil guy to the fleet Marcus brings my total to 8 drones lol anyways thanks for the incitful information.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

You can never have enough drones. 🙂

[@philwhitmore6207]

Hi Phil from UK I have always been told to switch on the controller first, because if the aircraft starts up and takes off you can gain control quickly. phil

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's a good point. 👍

[@Cozydrone]

Marcus,I have about 100 drone channels.your channel is by far my favorite.you pump out videos like a pez dispenser.you make videos for our enjoyment which a lot of you tubers just forgot about 😀🤠😁😀

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate your kind words!

[@RonaldBrown59]

You covered a lot of ground here, but I missed the part where you showed how to do waypoints and tracking, LOL. Great tutorial, and thanks for sharing.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! No waypoints or tracking here Ron! 😂

[@niteworlok]

just had mine arrive today. was raining so had to try inside to see how it was, worked really well inside, but hopefully tomorrow no rain so I can take it on a decent flight outside

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I hope you get a nice day to fly! Enjoy the new drone!

[@niteworlok]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I can't figure out how you got the grid lines in your phone screen when using DJI Fly - must be a setting I have not found yet!

[@rubinhodrone9204]

Passando pra prestigiar aquele super Like Tmj

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much!

[@waynegreene6405]

Another beaut video Marcus, well done mate. Does that battery fit the original Mavic Mini mate? I still fly mine as well as my Mini 4 Pro and Mini 3 Pro. Love the park.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

No the battery for this drone will not fit the original Mavic Mini. Thank you Wayne!

[@waynegreene6405]

Thanks Marcus, love your videos mate.

[@Truths_Sayer]

Good video. What editing software do you use? Got it another video, Magix. Again, very informative without any fluff!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you found the video useful!

[@ssb73q]

Hi Marcus, an excellent primer on using the DJI Mini 4k. Your video is the best Mini 4k video I have seen on KZbin on how to get started. You are a great asset for all drone pilots. Did I see a slightly tilted horizon? A Fimi in DJI clothing? vbg

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Richard. I hope this helps new drone pilots!

[@BelizeByDrone]

Get the landing gear. Worth the small investment. Love this drone.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, the Mini 4K is a winner!

[@darthsooner9954]

I’ve been looking for lots of good reviews of this drone and I’ve been doing a lot of research, and this video sealed the deal for me. Thanks man awesome video and amazing help!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

You won't regret buying this one. It is a fantastic little drone!

[@thomast1655]

Great video Marcus. Nice to see one geared towards the novice flyers. I recently purchased DJI mini 4 Pro. I was wondering if you could do a video on transferring your video files from the memory card into a video editor. Is it normal to get several truncated files during one flight that need to be stitched together?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, the Fat 32 file system creates those individual files. It's easy enough to merge them in a video editor.

[@pp2trancos]

Bien explicado, aunque estes tan verde como el paisaje sabrás utilizarlo

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Yes, I hope new pilots are helped with this video!

[@daviddrew7624]

great video as usual Marcus just one question do the nd filters from the original mini 2 fit the camera of the mini4k, thanks

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes they sure do. 👍

[@daviddrew7624]

@@IdahoQuadcopter thank you, thats great news

[@RobRoyTrainVideos]

Hey great video! Which drone do you like better, the Mini 3 standard or this Mini 4K, if you had to pick one? Thanks!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The Mini 3 has more features and a better camera.

[@bobalbert1320]

Hey Marcus. I enjoy your videos and have learned a lot watching them. Question, to stay legal, how do you ignore the VLOS requirement while filming your videos? I've watched all of your MINI 4K videos and based on how far away you fly, you can not possibly be adhering to the required VLOS. Just curious as to how that works. TIA!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching!

[@websitesthatneedanem]

Great Video, thanks! If somehow I crash it in a long grass field, how do i find it?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's easy, use "find my drone" in the DJI Fly App. 👍

[@captraykelly]

You know I bought the Mini4K. I love it. Didn’t need it but I am glad I got it. Great video as usual.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! It's a great drone Capt. Ray!

[@justiceformenboys]

Marcus, maybe you could do Amazon affiliate links for Amazon sites other than the US, too?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I should. 👍

[@GrouchyGarageTips]

I really like your video! I'm interested in the sunglasses your wearing! Where can I pick those up at? Thank you!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I got those online, I don't remember what company.

[@GrouchyGarageTips]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Is there a way to set waypoints with this drone?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@GrouchyGarageTips No waypoints on the Mini 4K. 👍

[@GrouchyGarageTips]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Ok thank you!

[@chriswhite58]

Hello there, I would like to kindly request if you could create a comprehensive video tutorial on the process of obtaining LAANC authorization. I believe this would be an incredibly valuable resource for many people. Thank you for your consideration. Best regards,

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Take a look at this one. 👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep_YhqJvrKxgb80

[@halesworth01]

I love your channel, slight mistake at around 10.00 minutes, you said it's a Lithium Ion battery, Is it? My mini 2 is a Lithium Polymer. Sorry to be pedantic!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'd say we're both right. The battery say Lithium Ion Polymer on the label. 🙂

[@CarlosMartinez-rk2bt]

i have the dji maverick 3 pro and i just feel it to big for me to fly around where I live at, so I am just buying this one just to have fun

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's a fun little drone! I like it!

[@stevealbin8257]

Marcus are the batteries the same as the mini 2 or have they been changed.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, they're interchangeable.

[@batmanj3138]

Cannot find the App. When i scan QR code for app, it just desnt download.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

If you're on android you need to download the apk direct from DJI's download page. 👍

[@williamlaabs]

Just wanted to let you know, the pdf manual is not available on the DJI website. I've been looking for it and just can't find it.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Hmmmnnnn, I don't know maybe I got mine from a link on Amazon. I'm not sure.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I found the link in the Fly app. dl.djicdn.com/downloads/DJI_Mini_4K/DJI_Mini_4K_User_Manual_v1.0_EN.pdf

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

I didnt buy the combo that i now regret so i am buying extra batteries now. Is there a need to buy any charger extra apart from the battery set or does it come with the battery set?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, you will need to buy the charge hub separately. You bought a great little drone!

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I tried to make my drone fly today for the first time but i couldn't manage to make it take off after following your instructions. Not sure if something is missing or I have some issues on my new drone. I will check the dji website to find out. Thanks

[@cwebs1000]

Did you see what the sticker inside the battery door. top left side says ? Mini 2SE

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Good catch! You're right, it sure does! 👍

[@cwebs1000]

I just thought of looking on the box, yep, it says Mini 2SE also!

[@diegogardiman8505]

Hi is.possible to use FPV googles.? thanks

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It depends on what kind. You could use the DroneMask goggles with it.

[@WakingTheElectric]

Does this drone have a point of interest feature?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

No this one does not. 👍

[@shwetachandrakar4060]

Do I need to register DJI mini 4k in Iceland?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's a question for the Icelandic authorities, or maybe Google.

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

Can you increase the focus of the camera so that you can see targets close despite the drone being not so close?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The lens is a fixed focus. 👍

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

@@IdahoQuadcopter can I do 2x zoom?

[@Wisco_Nick]

What is the range of this drone? Distance from landing point not height

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's good for a mile or so depending on conditions.

[@mcpfpv7535]

So it's a mini 2 with 4k? My mini 2 already does 4k. I guess I'm confused.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's essentially a Mini 2 for $299.

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

Sorry for my ignorance but why do we need a memory card? Isnt all saved on thr mobile anyway?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Only low resolution can be transmitted to your mobile device. Hi-res is written to the SD card.

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

@@IdahoQuadcopter which memory card you suggest to buy?

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

By the way, your videos are excellent for somebody who is using this first time. Thanks

[@romaningargiola9073]

Hi, do you know what sd card I should use?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I use a SanDisk Extreme U3 rated card. 👍

[@romaningargiola9073]

@@IdahoQuadcopter ok Thankyou so much

[@romaningargiola9073]

@IdahoQuadcopter also which gigabyte size should I use

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@romaningargiola9073 I use a 64B card?

[@romaningargiola9073]

One more question sorry, do you know the maximum gigabyte card it can take ?

[@shapethefuturetech6005]

Looks like they changed the camera sensor from sony to OV, the video is a bit blue-tint.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Good eye, I didn't notice. 👍

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

Is there any requirement to fly this in the uk?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I honestly do not know. 👍

[@veganwarrior4559]

You need to do the CAA test to fly the drone it’s 40 questions and costs just over £11 you then get an operator and flyer Id. If you don’t post on social media there’s no need to insure but dronecover do a good worldwide cover. I’m off to Thailand in October so that’s why I got insurance. Hope that helps also I’m a first time drone flyer and this and a KZbinr called Jeven Dover do very good informational beginner videos😎👍

[@SevenStealth]

You you spent almost an hour giving a bunch of useless information Knowing damn well this won't work with an Android phone

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Not true. I fly it with my Pixel 6 sometimes.

[@SevenStealth]

Still Chinese garbage!

[@dannyg402012]

@Idaho Quadcopter If you had a choice of a very low flight time Mini 2 for $300, a very low flight time Mini 3 for $450, or the new Mini 4k for $449 what would you do?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Those are all good choices. I think you can buy the Mini 3 new for that much.

[@dannyg402012]

@@IdahoQuadcopter all three of my choices have the fly more kits

[@dannyg402012]

I went today and almost bought the Mini 4 Pro. They only had the $959 Kit not the Fly More Kit. I Would have had to order it and wait 5 days. I almost bought it with an extra battery but I still keep coming back to this video. I had a Mini 2 and really enjoyed it. Dumb me sold it since I only used it once in a while near me in Chicago mostly around Lake Michigan Shoreline and above all the power wires around my house. The Pro 4 is great with Waypoints and "Follow Me" but I don't think it would be something I would use often. Obstacle Avoidance is great but my problem in the city is Power Wires. That I know it won't work all the time with. I would feel better just flying above all the wires like I did with my Mini 2 instead of trying to fly near a street around them. Never worried about them with my Mini 2 since I stayed above all of them. $450 for this Mini 4k with the kit for $449 might be the best for me. For what I do and the amount of time I use a drone, $1200 for the 4 Pro would be way "Overkill". You have all the best videos on drones....