10 THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW | DJI RC

[@-NateTheGreat]

Remotes have really evolved over the years! My old Phantom drone was a brick with sticks these new ones are mind blowing. Thanks for the tips.

[@SteveCoutts]

Yeah, it's kind of crazy hey? Thanks for stopping by Nate! Cheers!

[@TedNemeth]

Hey Steve! Thanks for these insights. Very useful. I’m a huge fan of your channel. When I got my first drone, your channel was one of the first that I latched on to for tips & tricks. Now I’m a professional drone cinematographer. I absolutely love it. You’ll always be the OG! Keep ‘em coming mate.

[@SteveCoutts]

That's awesome Ted, good for you!! I really appreciate the kind words, they made my day. Cheers!

[@miroslavpapousek4732]

Good overview. After update is now possible to download Google offline map. But only just a tiny field. Did anyone find a way how to rise a space for downloading? Or is possible to download externally (on mobile phone is possible to download quite huge areas) and copy on RC? Thanks and greeting from Czech 🙂

[@PablosCZ]

I hope that one day DJI will allow to properly download certain area/country map for offline use.

[@SteveCoutts]

Totally right? Seems like a no-brainer to me. 👍

[@droneadventureswithdaniel]

Didn't know about the power button one press function to dim the screen Learning something new each day, thanks!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for watching. Happy to hear you picked up a new trick. Cheers!

[@raijinmaru6463]

10 things you might not know, number 1 most basic fuction of the controller that is shown on tutorial and instruction and everywhere else

[@SteveCoutts]

I guess you're talking about flight pause? I first shared that tip in a Spark video 5 years ago and I've shared it in many videos since. I continue to include it because I feel like it's THAT important. Maybe you're a seasoned flyer and knew about it at one time but forgot about its utility. Or perhaps you're a newbie flier and got in the air before knowing all you needed. Regardless, everyone learns and retains information differently and that's just fine. I make videos and pass along information that I feel may be useful to folks, based on my experience, not what other creators are doing. Happy, safe flying! Cheers!

[@momensaleh9527]

I personally didn’t use it before and I found it important to know, thanks Steve!

[@RonaldBrown59]

Great tutorial Steve. There many features baked into this new controller that you might discover unless you know they were there. Thanks for sharing.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks Ron. It's full of surprises. 😀

[@lambo_drives]

great feature tutorial! love the added details regarding the HOST port. was not aware of the external hard drive capability or the movie/playback viewing extras it offers. great details with the onscreen selections too. finally caught me on the SUB button; not sure why missed it in past; cheers, Keep em up!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks so much for the view, sub and comment. The hard drive capability surprised me too. Pretty cool though.

[@aetalley1]

only 14 days into my DJI Mini 3 and this video was really helpful. TY much . Trying not to loose or crash my drone as I see is a commonly done thing.

[@SteveCoutts]

Oh, thanks. Happy to hear it was helpful. You're not wrong. it's very easy to make a costly mistake while learning the ropes. Best of luck with your Mini 3, cheers!

[@martinstreasurehunting]

Can you go over that again.😆😆🤔🤔

[@SteveCoutts]

Sure. As many times as you want. 😀

[@RubyRube10465]

You do not need to turn on your drone to download off-line map data.

[@SteveCoutts]

A firmware update after this video was made introduced the offline maps function, as you describe. Before that, the method I demonstrated was the only way you could do it. Thanks for watching, cheers!

[@Filipendo]

pro tip 11: you can open youtube on dji rc in 4 steps: 1: go to profile 2: go to dji forum 3: find a post with youtube video in it 4: open youtube throught "youtube" button (next to video pause button) REMEMBER: there may be a case where you have to log in your google account edit: liked and edited this on dji rc

[@SteveCoutts]

Cool, thanks for sharing!

[@croomcas]

Learned about 5 new things 😮 Well this is why I'm here 👍🏽

[@SteveCoutts]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@NickP]

If you have the RC, do you need sd cards in both the drone and rc?

[@SteveCoutts]

Both devices can be used without SD cards. Without an SD, the Mini 3 Pro is limited to 2.5GB of internal storage for photos and videos. The RC is fully functional but you lose the extras like screenshots, screen recordings and downloaded maps. Cheers!

[@stephenhopes634]

Hi steve - wondering if you know how to view the camera image on the screen without the osd info - on my smart controller it was a simple finger stroke up to get the clean screen image… love ur work 😊

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for the comment and kind words. I don't believe the feature exists on the RC at this time. It sure would be nice to have though, the flight screen is way too cluttered. Cheers!

[@Johncaig7279]

DJI Mini 3 Pro: When looking on the RC controller and attempting to focus track something or someone, we are finding it very difficult to initiate a lock on with the green box. But we do notice in video demonstrations that there is a grid and a yellow box similar to the focus on one’s iPhone. We do not get that. Why? Could this be our problem?

[@SteveCoutts]

I have not done a deep dive in to focus track yet so I don't have an answer for you. I have used focus track a bit and noticed the issue you're talking about. In situations where I was having trouble my initial thought was the subject was too small and/or not enough contrast between the subject and surroundings. I don't feel camera focus has anything to do with it but it's hard to say without doing more testing. Cheers!

[@Johncaig7279]

@@SteveCoutts Thanks for that Steve

[@gmousewuj]

I don’t know if the satellite map of RC2 has been improved~~........ I used to look at the satellite map of RC and RC PRO and wanted to scold people. After reading it, you will not want to use it for fun. Use that again The traditional map (or the traditional map attached to the RC.) has a large error. It is clearly on the map. I called the customer service and scolded it for a year... DJI doesn't seem to want to change it. The traditional map is better for selling people's car maps. ...the vehicle must be on the road You can use the small traditional map within 100 (you can judge it visually), and if it exceeds 150. Then use the traditional map (or the traditional map attached to RC.) The error is very big~ Obviously you are on the seaside on the map, The back screen may be taken on the road along the road~... If it goes down, it may be prepared to explode G~, because the flight above 150 is completely based on the map~ (personally likes to fly upside down and sideways), ...... I think DJI has gone back on the remote controller control interface~ Obviously the GO4 function is easy to use and will be taken back~ If RC2 doesn’t improve~ It is recommended not to buy a substitute screen remote control, you will not want to use it after reading it~

[@SteveCoutts]

I don't currently have an RC2 and I do not expect to upgrade so I can't say for sure if the maps have been improved. My gut instinct is that the maps will be exactly the same as they were before. The main improvements with the RC2 are faster CPU/GPU, double the number of antennas and OcuSync 4. Cheers!

[@jed1947]

Got my first DJI (mini 3 pro) with this controller, and I was so lost until finding this video!

[@SteveCoutts]

Awesome! Happy to hear it was helpful! Best of luck with your Mini 3 Pro. Cheers!

[@steve_beatty]

here are some more facts dji engineers paid absolutely zero attention to the existing fpv community when they designed their system...or worse...knew and designed it on purpose to conflict with everyone not flying dji....worst thing to ever happen to the general rc hobby.....apple consumer junk 👎🏼

[@SteveCoutts]

You can pick on DJI sure but are there any altruistic major corporations out there? They're all the same. Profit before people.

[@DonaldHTyers]

Great Info! Thanks! Subscribed!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for watching and the sub! Happy flying!

[@RaminAbbasnezhad]

Hello, I have some questions about mavic 3 pro. I have DJI RC-RM330 Smart Controller for my drone mavic 3 pro. I dont see at all ( format code: D log m and apple pro res 422 in main (x1) and second (x3) camera, 12 mb or 48 mb resolution pixel in second camera) in cine and normal version. I bought my drone july 2023 and did not update my drone until now. Should I update at all? Does anyone knows the answer?

[@SteveCoutts]

This might be a good question to post on the DJI Forum - forum.dji.com. Lots of knowledgeable, helpful folks on there. Good luck!

[@gemwebb]

Wow, you can also use external hard drive 🎉 and use it to watch videos. Amazing.

[@SteveCoutts]

Kind of crazy, right? 😀

[@carlos6th]

Hey Steve. My RC power/light indicators suddenly not working after the update and my mini 3 pro suddenly is not connected too. have experienced this too? what can i do with my RC?

[@SteveCoutts]

Oh boy! That's is very strange. Sorry no, I have never experienced anything like that. I think your best bet is contacting DJI Support. Good luck! Let me know how it works out.

[@AtortAerials]

Great thorough video I still don't like this dumb remote though. 😂 Too much I want simplicity when flying. Every single time I fly with this remote my hand depresses that stupid back arrow on the top left of the display popping out of the app while flying totally messing me up. So I sold it. 😂 Why DJI can't allow us to Isabel buttons or reassign them is beyond me! Good video though. 🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks! I have mixed feelings about the RC controller. I don't love it and it don't hate it. Lots of things annoy me but it's kind of nice not to have to fiddle with your phone. It could have been so much better and like you mention, reassigning buttons would be a big improvement. Cheers!

[@AtortAerials]

@@SteveCoutts they need to listen to our input seems like they never truly do though. 🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@SteveCoutts]

​@@AtortAerials DJI ignores me - haha!

[@wagnercs]

The only thing missing in this video: Beware! DJI RC Controller DOESN'T ALLOW LIVE STREAMING. It's the ONLY controller with that disabled. All others have it.

[@SteveCoutts]

Yeah, big price difference between the Pro and older Smart Controller and the RC though. I honestly don't think the RC has the processing chops to handle it even if DJI decided to add the feature and I doubt they ever would. Good thing to note though, thanks! Cheers!

[@wagnercs]

@@SteveCoutts Yes, I'm very disappointed about this. I bought the Mavic 3 Classic, which is a PRO drone, but with a silly controller (DJI RC). What a shame on DJI.

[@bushmanphotos]

@@wagnercs it is not mandatory to buy that specific package. You could have bought it with the fancy controller if you could afford it. That's on you not DJI.

[@wagnercs]

@@bushmanphotos My concern is that even a 5-year old controller, far more basic and far cheaper, like one that comes with the Mavic Air 1, has Live Streaming. The DJI RC Controller could easily have this, via a mobile phone connected to one of its USB-C ports. Easily. Anyways, if DJI goes this route - such as Canon - who loves to create stripped-down versions of things - it will face the same fate. The competition will find ways to beat it, just like Sony is doing.

[@Flyit37075]

about audio / usb mic recording on " screen shots " , does this mean I could do a narration while flying and it will be saved to the cache drone video ?

[@SteveCoutts]

The audio is only saved to a screen recording. Audio is *not* added to video or cached video files. Still though, you could shoot video while simultaneously capturing a screen recording and then combine them in post. Cheers!

[@timeinbu7909]

How about 2 nd owner with out codes . Purchased from a 2 nd party and they will not tell me how to contact original owner . Funny thing, I have pics of owner in files. Lol , Grrr ....

[@SteveCoutts]

I'm not sure what you mean about the "codes"?

[@MrRbahauhnar]

Is it possible to connect android phone? I want to control drone with other drone app.

[@SteveCoutts]

I don't believe there is any way to connect an Adroid phone to this controller to use another app. Cheers!

[@dimagass7801]

I just got the mavic 3 pro but is it not possible to use livestream? Even my mini2 had livestream as an option but not the mavic 3pro?😅

[@SteveCoutts]

The Mavic 3 Pro will live-stream with the DJI RC Pro controller. The DJI RC does not support live streaming.

[@Romulus67]

Any idea if DJI will make this Controller compatible with the DJI Avata some day ?

[@SteveCoutts]

Oh gosh, I have no idea but my gut tells me no. It still doesn't support the Mini 2 and I thought for sure that particular compatibility was a no-brainer for DJI to add. Happy flying!

[@dronephotographyandkit]

Hello there great info but i have agreat question no one has addressed with this controler. to use dji fly app on your phone to edit videos ......tried go share but doesnt work....any ideas ... can u edit videos and photos on remote? thanks

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks. You raise a really good point and something I didn't even consider. I do my editing on my Mac so I transfer my footage by physically pulling the SD card from the drone and loading it up on my computer. I tried QuickTransfer once just to see how it worked but never again as it's not something I would use on a regular basis. If you're having trouble with QuickTransfer you could try posting a question in the DJI Forum (forum.dji.com) lots of helpful folks and DJI Admins there. And, sadly no you cannot edit videos on the RC controller. Cheers!

[@berbekarp]

140 / 5 000 Fordítási találatok Fordítási találat Hi Steve! Do you know a solution to how to change the resolution of the screen recording so that it records in high resolution? Thx.

[@SteveCoutts]

No, I don't, sorry. I swear at some point I was getting 1080p resolution and then suddenly it was this whacky 960x540 resolution. I could be crazy though - haha! The only positive thing is that it's 16:9 aspect ratio so it scales nicely to 4K resolution for my videos but, yeah, not exactly great quality. I need to investigate it further because I do wish it was better. If I find anything useful I will share it in a video, cheers!

[@touring4973]

Thanks! Steve. Good to know these little features.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks and thank YOU for watching! Cheers!

[@calvinpurdy2668]

So it's not possible to record a voice directly onto a video clip, yet it is possible with a screen recording? I hope that I misunderstood that bit, otherwise I'm going to be sorely disappointed.

[@SteveCoutts]

At this time it is only possible to record audio during a screen recording. Theoretically, it would not be a stretch for DJI to add it for video recording as well but who knows if that is even on their radar. Cheers!

[@chantus1]

Hi! Is there any way to get rid of the UI screen while flying? I mean having just a clean view of what the camera is viewing. ? Many thanks

[@SteveCoutts]

Not that I have been able to find. It's definitely on my "feature request" list too. Cheers!

[@deepANDconnected]

Hi Steve, is this remote compatible with the DJI mini 1? Or do I have go use the basic remote with no built in screen?

[@SteveCoutts]

Hi. Of the Mini line, the DJI RC only supports the Mini 3 and Mini 3 Pro, which is kind of crappy in my opinion. The newer DJI RC 2 only supports the Mini 4 Pro. So it looks like you're stuck with the older remote units. Honestly though I don't understand why DJI doesn't make them compatible with a broader range of Minis. These RC remotes are more powerful than the N series remotes, surely they could support the same basic features on older drones. I think it's more of a case of DJI pushing you towards an upgrade. Cheers!

[@gregparadi]

I cannot play from the card ( put into the RC controller ) its own drone videos if they are in "d-cinelike" format. Have you tried it ? Thanks.

[@SteveCoutts]

I had not tried it but did tonight. I get the same result as you, D-Cinelike videos will not play. I tried pretty much all of the combinations to see if there was a pattern - MP4/MOV, Normal/D-Cinelike and H.264/H.265. It didn't matter, only videos shot using D-Cinelike will not play on the RC. What's really interesting is that my Mac won't play D-Cinelike videos unless there are encoded with H.265. Thankfully I chose H.265 when I set up my M3Pro or that would have been a head scratcher. Seems like a bug to me. If it's important to you I would open a support ticket with DJI, which may help them identify and fix the issue. Cheers!

[@checkeredflagfilms]

Is is possible to connect an external monitor/iPad/crystal sky to USB??

[@SteveCoutts]

I have not tested it but I'm pretty sure you can't do anything fancy like that. It's pretty bare bones for a smart controller.

[@checkeredflagfilms]

@@SteveCoutts yes, I believe one would have to invest in the 'pro' controller.

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

Lots of facts but it's a quantity video. Present as much facts as possible as fast as possible, not a quality video bringing as much of understanding as possible to the newbies needing it at the most. Yes, there's stop, rewind, start/stop... Not in the mood for that.

[@SteveCoutts]

For my "10 Things" videos I endeavour to present as much useful, lesser-known information as concisely as possible. My thought process is that folks will explore deeper on their own, or look to some of my deeper dive videos. What's frustrating for me as a creator is when I put dozens of hours of labour in to an information packed video and then see that most people skim through and watch less than 50%. I am always trying to find a balance. Cheers!

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

@@SteveCoutts I see Your frustration. You "sell" a product that 50% is buying.... Likely a different "product" will "sell" better? Okey, I make the videos I like in order to collect experience hoping for making the really spectacular videos in the future.

[@Ezio470]

It's basically a low end android device hardwired to the actual remote hardware on the inside. the software has been tweaked a lot to only show relevant settings. I can see people rooting it and allowing you to use all other features you can on an android.

[@SteveCoutts]

Yeah, exactly. It's way more capable than DJI is allowing. It does seem a little light on processing power mind you. Cheers!

[@rudy1380]

Which one of the bottom USB-C ports pushes video out to a display? With the correct adapters of force

[@SteveCoutts]

As far as I understand the original DJI RC does NOT support video out. Apparently it's possible with the RC 2 but I haven't tried it. You can try searching the DJI Forums for more information (forum.dji.com). Cheers!

[@RanjanSharma2001]

Great video tips I didnt know few of those things. How to view past screen recording on dji RC controller?

[@SteveCoutts]

Happy to hear you learned a couple new tricks. To view your screenshots, swipe down twice from the top edge of the RC screen to go in to Quick Settings. From there click on the Settings gear in the top right corner and then tap on Storage. Tap on Internal Shared Storage > Photos & Videos > Images > Movies and your screenshots will be there. Cheers!

[@FrankBlain]

why is the not recording symbol a red circle in dji drones, is there a way to change that?

[@SteveCoutts]

I agree with you some of the DJI design decisions baffle me. Sadly it cannot be changed.

[@martindrago1014]

hi Steve . ..I have a question about dji rc .. is it possible to connect dji googles via usb c? thanks

[@SteveCoutts]

Both the DJI Goggles Integra and Goggles 2 only work with the DJI Motion 2 controller. They don't work with any of the conventional controllers like the RC. Cheers!

[@jlp186]

Should my flight logs show up on the dji fly app. It reads zero for everything

[@SteveCoutts]

Flight log data is captured automatically and should be visible from the main RC screen under "Profile" then click on "More >" at the bottom left of the profile screen. If you are seeing no data at all, you may want to contact DJI Support. Cheers!

[@BlairAir]

If you plug a USB-C wired phone headset - such as the AKG ones Samsung used to provide after removing the headset jack on their phones -you will get the system audio that is muted when plugging in a microphone. Alternately, you can connect Bluetooth earbuds to capture the audio, but some mute the USB mic. Come on DJI, just put a small mic back into the body of your controllers for quick screen recordings where audio quality is secondary to convenience. Note: Autel's huge 7.9" -2000 nit Smart Controller, in various versions supporting V1,V3,V3 transmission bands, has 2 buttons on front. RTH and Pause. BOTH have 3 second delay when you press and hold. That's terrific to prevent unintentionally activating return to home. It is potentially catastrophic for "Pause/Stop" emergency button. 3 seconds is an eternity when a collision is imminent with someone's property or, say a adolescents HEAD. Tried to alert them, contact them, called, send emails, noted the issue in forums... Nothing. Nada, zero. zip. Either they couldn't modify a hard coded function, didn't care or didn't want to.

[@SteveCoutts]

I want to love the RC controller but it's the little compromises, like you mention, that make me shake my head. I think back to some of my videos where I demonstrated flight pause by flying directly towards me at top speed and yeah, a three second delay would have been pretty catastrophic - haha! Pretty big miss on Autel's part.

[@AlexanderBischof]

Super Video. Still waiting on air2s support

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks! I’m honestly surprised DJI hasn’t added support yet.

[@AlexanderBischof]

@@SteveCoutts me too. But they put power into Mavic 3 enterprise. Hopefully this software development capacities go now into air2s compatibility for DJI RC

[@dgibbsfl]

You are the guy that can probably answer my question. My Mini 3 Pro and DJI RC controller is still new gear for me and somewhere along the way as I was swiping screens left, right, up and down trying to figure out how to actually navigate within the controller and at some point the notifications box cleared and said "No Notifications" and it's been like that ever since. Where are the settings for that to turn it back on?

[@SteveCoutts]

I don't believe there is a setting to turn them on or off. They get cleared after a reboot and if you manually deleted them. The pop up automatically as necessary. To make sure they are working as expected, just swipe down from the main fly screen to go in to the first settings screen and tap on screenshot. Go back to settings and you should see the screenshot under notifications. If you don't, just reply here again and we can figure it out. Cheers!

[@dgibbsfl]

@@SteveCoutts thanks for your feedback and what you describe works as expected. I am learning. I also got used to seeing an "Explore" button in the Notifications box and that is not happening anymore. Getting in to the stored photo and video files is a kind of round about process that is not so intuitive but I am getting there in terms of figuring it out. I still don't know how to download the files off of either the RC or the drone with either of the devices plugged in to my USB-C capable computer and that should be an easy and straight forward process. Instead I have to fiddle with the micro SD cards, pulling them out and etc etc. I also do not know how all of the video/photo files laid down on the drone SD card also end up stored in the RC or how to efficiently manage those files. I did figure out how to delete them inside of the RC Android file system but that is also sort of a fiddly process. I would like to be able to logically plug in and manage all of that stuff through the computer.

[@SteveCoutts]

@@dgibbsfl You're welcome. Explore should pop up any time a storage device, even an SD card is mounted but it seems to be somewhat inconsistent. There is a convoluted process described in the video on how to browse the filesystem should the explore option not pop up. I'm a bit old-school so I like to pop out the SD cards and copy files that way. I agree with you though, once you get in to the weeds of the Android filesystem layout, it's pretty unintuitive. That does give me an idea for a video because there are many ways to approach it and some are definitely easier than others. Cheers!

[@HMHprospective]

Thanksfor those info. Maybe pls find out whether a goggle compatible for N1 model

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for watching. As far as I know no DJI goggles are compatible with the RC-N1. If you're looking for a Goggle/FPV like experience with the RC-N1, you can check out DroneMask (dronemask.com). It is a clever, low-tech solution that brings some of the benefits of googles. Cheers!

[@CLLUK]

Excellent, very clear and concise. A shot in the dark. Do you by chance know how to load Apps like the Dronelink (Beta) for the Mini 3 Pro? I think I may have a clue like downloading the APK file onto a PC and transferring it onto a Micro SD Card and placing it into the RC. The only thing (well, probably not the only thing...) is figuring out how to run only one application (Dronelink or Fly) Anyway, thanks again

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for the kind words. No, sorry I don't really know anything about hacking apps on to an Android device. I quickly looked at the Dronelink website and looks like you're on the right path with the APK file. The RC doesn't permit app loading like the RC Pro does so that may be the first hurdle. I'm sure eventually someone is going to hack it. Good luck!

[@diegocastiglia]

Hey Steve ! Thank you for your insight . One question , in the RC controller there is a maps ? I chatted with Dji assistant and ask me that a preloded map Italy ! Why I should I upload offline maps ? Many Thanks e scuse me for bad English

[@SteveCoutts]

Ciao Diego. Grazie per la visione e grazie per il commento. Fuori dalla scatola, il telecomando RC ha installate solo le informazioni della mappa più basilari e di livello superiore. Se desideri avere informazioni sulla mappa più dettagliate quando voli, devi scaricarla. Puoi farlo in due modi. Innanzitutto, collega il tuo telecomando RC a una rete WiFi e dalla schermata principale fai clic su Profilo > Mappe offline. Ingrandisci la sezione in cui prevedi di volare e tocca il pulsante di download. Da questo menu puoi anche gestire i dati della tua mappa. L'altro modo per ottenere dati mappa dettagliati è creare un hotspot WiFi con il tuo telefono mentre voli e connettere il telecomando RC alla rete WiFi del tuo telefono. Il telecomando RC scaricherà automaticamente i dati della mappa per l'area in cui stai volando. Tieni presente che utilizzerà i tuoi dati cellulari. Se non ti interessano i dettagli aggiuntivi, non è necessario scaricare ulteriori informazioni sulla mappa. Spero che questo aiuti, saluti! PS Ho usato Google Translate per passare dall'inglese all'italiano, quindi spero che abbia senso.

[@diegocastiglia]

@@SteveCoutts Many many thanks Steve 🙏🏻👍🏼

[@Marziostyle]

i'm still learn all the features and this video is awesome! ther's a way to use This DJI RC with a Virtual Flight Simulator? Becouse seems none is compatible with this RC Thanks a lot

[@SteveCoutts]

Thank you. Unfortunately, neither the DJI RC or RC 2 allow for apps to be loaded on the device. I think it's a GREAT idea and makes perfect sense to have it on the controller. After all, the RC controllers run Android and there is an Android version of the Virtual Flight app, so you would think that DJI could just build it in should they so desire. You can always try submitting a feature request in the DJI Forums (forum.dji.com). DJI has been known on occasion to implement user suggestions so it is always worth a try. Cheers!

[@Marziostyle]

I've read about DJI Forum but they don't seem to have plans to implement them in the future (also after many sudgestion) I also saw that there is a way to install apps on RC PRO and also to use it as an android device but I still haven't figured out how to "lock" the programmer mode. I need to study some more Thanks again for the video @@SteveCoutts

[@odinata]

5:24 Wrong the open port is not soley charging--it also transfers data to a computer.

[@SteveCoutts]

If I plug the RC in to my computer with a USB-C data cable via the uncovered port, it does not mount as a storage device on my computer. When I look on the RC side, go in to USB preferences, it "sees" a connection but all options to transfer files are greyed out. I tried difference USB-C cables, all known to work for data transfer and the results were the same. I did see messages regarding a "debug mode" so it does make me wonder if it's more of a feature for DJI, not the end use. Would appreciate it if you point me to a source where someone has actually made this work?

[@azdigbee]

Waay too fast......I have no idea what you are doing !

[@SteveCoutts]

Hi Paul. I try to be mindful of people's time and attention span so I make my videos as information dense as possible. Of course, that style may not work for everyone. You can try doing what I do when KZbin outpace my ability to absorb the information. You can adjust the playback speed. It can go all the way down to 1/4 speed but I usually find 3/4 speed to work in most cases. You can also try what I do most often - pause and rewind. It's not elegant I suppose but it gets the job done. Thanks for watching, cheers!

[@jeremyboyce1537]

Hi Steve , can these be a problem if they were Bound to a previous Account and you purchased one not knowing ?

[@SteveCoutts]

Hey Jeremy. I don't have direct experience this so take what I am about to say with a grain of salt. I believe "binding" a device to an account is for DJI Care Refresh purposes only. So when you do that binding, it activates your DJI Care Refresh and binds it to your DJI account and that device(s). In the future, if that device gets passed on to another user, you simply login with your DJI account and everything should work just fine. All DJI drones and controllers have the ability to reset and erase all data, which is a good idea to perform if you're getting a used device. You could also post the same question in the DJI Forums (forum.dji.com) to see what others, including DJI Admins, have to say. Cheers!

[@jeremyboyce1537]

@@SteveCoutts, OK, I understand now, I think your Explanation was clear enough for me ! Sounds quite Logical !!! Thank You Very Much and Take Care .

[@mrfrench00]

great video. straight to the major points!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching! 👍

[@MrJhongVlogs]

Please note that there’s no way for you to do live streaming using DJI RC, and you can't even install any 3rd party apps. There is no HDMI port as well.

[@SteveCoutts]

The video was intended to be reveal some of the lesser known things you can do with the RC, not the things you can't. The features you list are all exclusive to the much more expensive Pro model. I guess you get what you pay for hey? Cheers!

[@MrJhongVlogs]

Hi @@SteveCoutts. I get it. By the way, I got a workaround for live streaming without buying RC PRO. I brought an extra DJI RC-N1 and used it when I was required to do live streaming. HDMI port is not a problem as long as it can stream through a custom RTMP server.

[@felixramirez]

Thanks. I cannot find where i can view the drone battery level. I know where the controller batter level is but can't find the drones.

[@SteveCoutts]

The drone battery level is displayed right along the top edge of the screen, just right of centre. The circle with the number in the middle is battery percentage. The number to the right is the flight time remaining if you are currently in flight. Cheers!

[@felixramirez]

@@SteveCoutts Thanks!

[@IrfanUllah-nk1ee]

Sir is it possible to flew a drone with different remote control?

[@SteveCoutts]

Yes but there are a couple of things to keep in mind. First, DJI drones are only compatible with DJI remote controllers. And second, DJI drones are only compatible with specific controllers. For example, the DJI Mini 3 Pro is only compatible with the DJI RC-N1 and DJI RC while the DJI Mini 4 Pro is only compatible with the DJI RC-N2 and the DJI RC 2. DJI drone and remote compatibility information is available at DJI.com. Cheers!

[@My_Alchemical_Romance]

Loved this. Only one question- Can I observe from my DJI FPV goggles..? Like with a USBC cable…? I can’t find this answer anywhere! Thanks in advance!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks. There was a comment in the DJI Forum from a moderator saying that the M3Pro does not support *any* version of DJI Goggles - forum.dji.com/thread-264575-1-1.html Technically it's probably possible but I wouldn't hold your breath that DJI makes it happen. Cheers!

[@lkc5637]

Trail B.C. . An amazing local on this planet !!t

[@SteveCoutts]

It's a beautiful little corner of the world. Cheers!

[@BridgeMediaCH]

is there really no full screen mode on DJI RC?

[@SteveCoutts]

Not that I can find. It really needs one.

[@striperseeker]

Great video. Thanks! Is this compatiable with the DJI Assistant 2 app on the PC? It won't recognize it for any updating. Or because it has it's own WiFi does that make it not needed?

[@SteveCoutts]

My guess is it is exactly what you said but I have not tested it with DJI Assistant 2. I rarely use that app, only for oddball circumstances it seems. Cheers!

[@LouisLuzuka]

RC looks like the good life 😮

[@SteveCoutts]

Yeah, it's not too shabby. Not quite as speedy as my iPhone but can't complain about much else. Thanks for stopping by Louis, hope you're doing well.

[@jlp186]

What are the numbers on the screen to the left of the rc signal

[@SteveCoutts]

Flight time remaining on the battery. If you tap on it you get additional information. Cheers!

[@appealinglife]

Nice Video! Do you know if there is a way to turn off the overlay on the display? I'd like to have a clear display without all the graphics every once in a while. I know the DJI App on the iPhone does have this option but I can't find it on this remote control. Thank you!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thank you! I tried every finger swiping combination I could think of while making this video and nothing worked. I tried a few times after software updates and still nothing. I do miss the feature and it would great to have it on the RC but clearly it is not on DJI's radar. You can always try posting a feature request on the DJI Forum (forum.dji.com). DJI occasionally responds to the desires of their user community.😀 Cheers!

[@appealinglife]

Thank you for your quick response, I will try to do the feature request now. Thanks again.@@SteveCoutts

[@SteveCoutts]

@@appealinglife Post the forum link back here and I will second your request.

[@philsmeanderings7991]

In your video you mentioned maps. Just how many of your viewers have suffered very poor sat map resolution ? , since 1.6.8 I believe. I emailed DJI regarding this and they said a few people ...... it would be looked at in future updates ..... that was 2 months and 3 updates ago. Interesting video.

[@SteveCoutts]

I have never had much luck with DJI and feature requests. We can always hope though.

[@RIchardleepr]

You KZbinrs should start putting pressure to DJI to allow Streaming in the RC controller basic. Is a worthless piece of tech when it comes to streaming. The shame is that lower end controllers have this feature installed. A simple software update will fix that

[@SteveCoutts]

Streaming doesn't matter to me personally but I agree with you, if it's something the community wants, then get after DJI. It has worked in the past. The DJI Forum (forum.dji.com) is a great place to start a thread requesting a specific feature. On the other hand, I wonder if the RC even has the processing chops to handle streaming. It can't even manage full-resolution screen recordings. Cheers!

[@stephboeker7835]

Great video. I heard the Host port accepts a "cellular module" ? a.) What is that ? b.) What do you need it for ? c.) What is the benefit or difference between w/ or w/out one ? Thanks for your generous consideration, Sincerely ........................

[@SteveCoutts]

Hi Steph, thanks for the comment. A cellular module or dongle is just a piece of hardware that plugs in to the USB host port and allows the RC controller to connect to a cell network and subsequently have an Internet connection. The main reason folks would want this is to update map data and do authorizations on the fly without having to pair your cell phone for data. Cheers!

[@stephboeker7835]

@@SteveCoutts ... thank you for your timely reply. There are discount deals going on now for a few more days & thought I could swing the purchase of a DJI to step up from the beginner drone I purchased for under $200 over 4yrs ago. Unfortunately, I don't think the Mini 3 will work for me as I absolutely want the Active Track features this time, coupled w/ the DJI RC (screen incorporated). One more Question : (please) I thought you mentioned the Mini Pro 3 w/ DJI RC & FMK for $1098. ?? Is that so ?? Can you refer the web-site or link ? Oh, and also, the weight issue (registration over 250g), will it fly w/out being registered ? I hate gov. regulation. I live in the very rural country environment of Louisiana and see no reason to have issues w/illegal fly areas. Thanks again for your continued generous consideration, God bless, Sincerely .........................

[@SteveCoutts]

@@stephboeker7835 I live in Canada and the prices I quote are in US dollars from DJI's site. In the US I think there is some kind of additional tariff on DJI products so you guys pay a little bit more than we do. However, the Canadian dollar is currently only 74 cents to the US dollar, so it's a lot more expensive for us in the end - haha! As I mentioned I live in Canada so I am not intimately familiar with the US regulations and whether or not you would have to register it or not. Cheers!

[@Johncaig7279]

When might it be possible to mirror the DJI RC screen to an alternative screen so that a ‘co-pilot’ can view this at the same time? I was able to do so from an iPhone screen when using the N1 controller. It would be a retrograde step to purchase another N1 controller, I think.

[@SteveCoutts]

That's anyone's guess John. The RC remote runs on Android so it likely has a similar mirroring feature to iOS. It's probably more a matter of whether or not DJI has any interest in doing such a thing. Pressure from the community always helps so I do recommend putting the idea out there. Cheers!

[@ewanmccarthy7820]

Do you think the Dji Rc will become compatible will the mini 2. I didn’t think it would until the mini 3 (not pro) came out and used ocusync 2.0 which is the same as the mini 2. So surely it will become compatible if they both have the same transmission

[@SteveCoutts]

It's funny, I feel the exact opposite to you. I was quite confident DJI would extend RC compatibility to the Mini 2 *until* they released the Mini 3. Why would they now? I know this sounds cynical but DJI doesn't want you to buy the inexpensive Mini 2, they want you to buy the more expensive Mini 3 or 3 Pro. So they incentivize you by making the RC compatible with the models they want you to buy. I really thought Mini 2 compatibility with the RC was going to happen quickly after its release. The longer it dragged on, the less confident I became. The RC is only compatible with the Mavic 3 classic, the Mavic 3 (and Cine), Mini 3 Pro and Air 2S. Notice the pattern? They are all pretty expensive drones. I think it's a real shame because the RC is a great controller at a nice price point. I thought for sure the whole idea behind the RC was to get around Android compatibility issues with older phones AND provide an alternative to the more expensive RC Pro. It feels less and less like that. I hope I'm wrong. Cheers!

[@StephaneDeNies]

Thanks Steve, very valuable video ! One question, do you know how to enable Developer Options on this DJI RC ? I am trying to hook this DJI RC up to the Flight Simulator but can't get it to work. Whenever I connect the RC to my computer it displays a notification "Remote Controller already connected to computer" and then the question to enable developer options pops up... But where to enable developer options ? Thanks.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks Stephane! Sorry, I have never touched that option before so I don't have any experience with it. You could try posting that question in the DJI Forum (forum.dji.com). Lots of knowledgeable, helpful folks there and perhaps someone has the answer for you. Good luck!

[@gabzilla2809]

This rc has a bad defect, especially with rc calibration joystick not making to 100%. And there is no fix.

[@SteveCoutts]

I haven't heard of that nor been plagued by it. In my opinion the worst "defect" was moving the antennas internal. Hence DJI doubled them and moved the external in the RC 2. Cheers!

[@moeriiitz]

Hi Steve, do you know, if it’s possible to connect an external monitor to this controller? It would be perfect for bigger productions :)

[@SteveCoutts]

Interesting. 😀 I haven't tested it so I really can't say for sure. If I were to make a wild guess though, my guess would be that it would not support such a thing. Cheers!

[@moemaster1966]

You can also go into the DJI forums and access both Facebook and KZbin

[@SteveCoutts]

For sure!

[@jim5400]

Can you move files off onto a hard drive?

[@SteveCoutts]

Yes! With an external storage device connected, go in to the file browser and browse to the files you want to copy. Select them individually by long pressing the file or choose "select all" from the three dots menu (top right). With the files selected, choose "copy to" or "move to" from the three dots menu and choose the external storage as the destination. Cheers!

[@Camrographer]

Is there a better way of getting content off my drone onto a pc other than extracting the micro SD card?

[@SteveCoutts]

You can connect your drone (or RC remote) directly to your PC or Mac with the appropriate USB cable. Once physically connected and powered up it should automatically mount like any storage device. From there it's basically drag and drop to copy the files. Cheers!

[@Camrographer]

@@SteveCoutts Thank you so much!

[@michael_hahnell]

Can I connect another larger screen to the RC controller ?

[@SteveCoutts]

As far as I know, you cannot. Cheers!

[@petermclennan6781]

Very informative. Using the "Album" function, my RC remote lets me review videos, but my still images are completely absent. Is this normal? Am I missing something?

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks. Screenshots and screen recordings automatically go the the RC's SD card in "Screenshots" and "Movies" album, respectively. For actual drone captured photos and videos, you have to go to the RC's main screen, go in to Album and download them to the "mobile device, which is the RC. They will appear under "DJI Album" under "Photos & Videos". I probably should have added that to the video. The user interface for looking at all that stuff is pretty terrible to be honest.

[@jdarnone]

I'm still waiting on one of these remotes to be retrofitted to work on an older DJI drone. I would snatch one up in a heartbeat if it would work with my Inspire 1. However, I'm not going to hold my breath, lol

[@SteveCoutts]

LOL. Yeah, I wouldn't.

[@Tactical_Nightwach]

How do you do a livestream from the controller can you connect the USB-c host port to your computer and that output a live feed or can you do it via your KZbin app in the controller

[@SteveCoutts]

You can't load apps on the RC like you can with the RC Pro, so that's not an option. I don't believe it currently supports live-streaming and honestly I don't think they will add it. The RC Pro does however but that's quite a price jump. Cheers!

[@PH-md8xp]

Newbie here, you revealed a number of useful things for sure. These devices are technically sophisticated for sure!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks! For sure they are getting crazy sophisticated. Happy, safe flying!

[@echardcore]

Well someone's excited for the best Amazon Day Deal to arrive amirite?!

[@SteveCoutts]

LOL. Not me. 😀

[@paddymeboy7741]

@@SteveCoutts The Air 3 Pro and RC with screen were on sale on Tuesday for under $700 at one point. Then it went to $720 or something. I used points and got a great deal on it. Upgrading from a Mavic Air 1st gen., and a Mini S. Stoked to not have to connect my phone now. Great video. Thanks!

[@SteveCoutts]

@paddymeboy7741 Awesome! That is a sweet upgrade! Happy, safe flying!

[@AydinProductionsLtd]

Thx Steve! Been flying DJ since 2013. This is the first one with the RC good to get a quick overview. I see your in Rossland nd Mountain bike. Im in Canmore. If your out this wy let go for a ride! All the best.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks! Yes, Rossland! I lived in Calgary for a long, long time but mostly rode in West Bragg Creek. Biked a bit at the Canmore Nordic Centre over the years though and did a couple of 24 Hours of Adrenalin races (team) back in the day too. Super fun place to ride. I will ping you if we are heading that way with the bikes. So much good riding here and nearby, not sure there will be a road trip past Fernie anytime soon though. Cheers!

[@AydinProductionsLtd]

@@SteveCoutts Yeah no ned to come back into Alberta to ride. The riding great out there and Fernie. My daughter live in Kamloops and coaches kids and women programs the riding out there is awesome too.

[@SteveCoutts]

@@AydinProductionsLtd Haha! You're not wrong. I've never ridden up in Kamloops but I have heard good things. Cheers!

[@ORGANIZEDCoNfUsioN]

Great information Steve. Like # 532!!!

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@briandeines5019]

can I mirror the dji rc to a smart tv or laptop?

[@SteveCoutts]

As far as I know, you cannot.

[@lramdial]

Hi very informative video. Quick one with respect to the microphone did you try any BLUETOOTH devices (headsets etc)? I'm curious to know what bluetooth devices would work. Thanks and keep making great content. Trinidad and Tobago in the house.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks! No, I didn't even think to try bluetooth devices. Perhaps that is a topic for another video. Cheers from Canada!

[@ThierryAZIMUTTT]

Merci pour ces astuces intéressantes. Question: peut-on comme jadis avec le Phantom 3 régler le RTH sur la RADIOCOMMANDE au lieu du lieu de décollage (pratique quand on se déplace en cas de déconnexion). Merci. Google Translate Thank you for these interesting tips. Question: can we, as before with the Phantom 3, adjust the RTH on the RADIO CONTROL instead of the take-off location (practical when moving in the event of disconnection). Thanks.

[@SteveCoutts]

Oui, RTH peut être réglé sur le contrôleur, le drone ou n'importe quelle position sur la carte. Bravo et bon vol en toute sécurité !

[@ThierryAZIMUTTT]

@@SteveCoutts je n'ai pas trouvé ce réglage. Pouvez-vous nous en dire plus..? la radio commande DJi avec écran intégré possède-t-elle une PUCE GPS ou elle se base sur un smartphone auquel cas reliée en BT? Merci!!!!

[@ThierryAZIMUTTT]

je n'ai que le choix ACTUALISER LE POINT GPS, soit DRONE soit RADIOCOMMANDE, ok... Mais je n'ai pas le choix RETOUR SYSTEMATIQUE sur RAIODCOMMANDE comme 'j'avais sur P3PRO.. ai-je mal vu? merci

[@XBKLYN]

Attention all hackers....please figure out how to load Litchi!

[@SteveCoutts]

LOL. I'm sure they're already on it...

[@Day1Adventures]

I learned about the mic hookup thanks

[@SteveCoutts]

Cool! Happy to hear you learned a new trick. Cheers!

[@bushmanphotos]

I love the DJI RC but I would have liked a brighter screen and the ability to add Litchi.

[@SteveCoutts]

I hear you. We just were not going to get it all at that price. Cheers!

[@Nitro187]

What about screen sharing with the DJI RC? I would like my 7 year old to fly, but I want to be able to watch the screen - or share the live footage with a group of people. Is this possible, or do I really need to spend the extra money for a DJI RC Pro that has an HDMI output?

[@SteveCoutts]

That feature does not currently exist for the RC and I doubt it ever will. I don't believe the RC controller has the processing power and even if it did I doubt DJI would add it and put it in direct competition with the RC Pro. Good idea though! 👍

[@Nitro187]

@@SteveCoutts Definite deal breaker then - why not just use any android under the sun, and do screen mirroring to another device? Totally sucks - but it is what it is.

[@keith8991]

Hi Steve could you do a tutorial! on how to get my own music on the video i take with the drone please

[@SteveCoutts]

I have a video on that topic from 2018 that you may find helpful - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5y7gaapa86Dj68. Cheers!

[@keith8991]

thanks steve what program do you use to edit the videos from the drone

[@SteveCoutts]

@@keith8991 I have been using Apple's Final Cut Pro from Day 1 (2017) on KZbin. Reasonably quick learning curve, powerful, fast, easy to use and one time purchase - no subscription. Cheers!

[@robkeshav800]

Very useful for a 73 year old novice DJI Mini 3 Pro pilot! Any suggestion/video on how I can fly the drone by looking at the controller and not the drone Drone? Thanks.

[@SteveCoutts]

Congratulations on your new hobby! That's a good question. Off the top of my head I don't know of any videos that would be helpful for you. For me personally I think it just happened organically. The best analogy I can think of is my wife and I got a new car a couple of years back and it was our first vehicle with a rear camera. At first I found myself struggling to "trust" the camera. I always wanted to use my rearview mirror instead. Over time though I have come rely on the camera more than the mirror and it does provide a wider view with less blind spots. I remember my beginning drone flights to be much the same. I didn't "trust" looking at the screen, I wanted eyes on the drone at all times with only quick glances to the screen to changes settings, etc. Over time, as my skills improved, I spent more time watching the screen as I felt comfortable trusting what I was seeing. Best of luck with your drone and happy, safe flying. Cheers!

[@robkeshav800]

@@SteveCoutts Thank you Steve. That is useful.

[@Kevin-ib4gv]

Steve, great information but presented entirely too fast...It's a blur and just like a lot of presenters who have great knowledge about the subject, they don't have great knowledge about how to communicate it effectively. Remember you're presenting to people who don't know the information you're talking about and need time to process it mentally. That's what pauses are for. It's a mistake to rush from subject to subject. Please don't say go back and rewind it over again. If slowed down and paused at the right spots, we beginners would get it the first time. Not hating on you at all, I think you're really good but you could be great for sure. A quick search on communication will help a lot. Posted in the nicest way possible. I just want to help your content be better.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks for the feedback Kevin! I'm a work in progress. Cheers!

[@patrickjeromeobaldo2450]

You can even browse the web using this controller, albeit a bit limited in how you navigate.

[@SteveCoutts]

I knew that one but can't remember why I didn't include it in the video. Cheers!

[@rickhungerford124]

Hi Steve I have watched your video a few times and I do get some nice tips as I am pretty new to this type of sport flying. Thank You

[@SteveCoutts]

Hi Rick, thanks for watching! I'm happy to hear you picked up some new tricks. Happy flying!

[@wadewave4323]

Great Vid Steve! Now I’m gonna try them all out! In Mexico right now, back to Calgary on Saturday.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks!! Hope you had a good trip! 😀

[@wadewave4323]

@@SteveCoutts it was a working trip but was nice to see friends

[@slobodanvasic8748]

Hey Steve, keep up the good work. Do yo know how we can use antenna holes at the front side of rc?

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks! You mean on the top edge? The antennas are to the left and right of the holes. The holes are for the speaker. Cheers!

[@jaysdub]

Great video. Thank you! Very helpful.

[@SteveCoutts]

Thanks and thanks for watching! Cheers!