DJI Smart Controller: Faster, Clearer, More Convenient.

Introduction

Consumer electronics retailers - CES 2019, the world leader in civilian UAVs, microcontrollers and video equipment - DJI Innovations

Features

  • Portable design
  • Removable sticks
  • Aircraft pairing time 30 seconds
  • Built-in super bright 5.5-inch FHD touchscreen display
  • Equipped with OcuSync 2.0 Full-HD video streaming technology
  • Custom "Android" adapted to work with pre-installed DJI GO 4 and DJI Pilot apps, as well as mobile third party applications
  • Built-in microphone and speaker
  • SkyTalk function
  • Go Share function
  • Built-in HDMI port for 4K video playback at 60 fps in formats H.264 / H.265
  • Adapted for operation at temperatures from -20 ° C to 40 ° C
  • Max.duration of continuous work on one charge 2.5 hours
  • Supports fast charging QC2.0

Package contents

The developer offers the Smart Controller in the only package that includes:

  1. DJI Smart Controller
  2. 24W USB charger
  3. USB 3.0 Type-C cable
  4. A pair of spare sticks

Specification

General

Model:
RM500
Battery:
built-in 18650 Li-ion (7.2V 5000mAh)
Charger type devices:
support for USB network adapter 12V / 2A
Charging time (from USB network adapter 12V / 2A):
2h
Rated power:
1 5W
Memory capacity:
ROM 16GB microSD
Supported memory cards:
microSD up to 128GB, with read and write speeds up to UHS-1 Speed ​​Grade 3
Battery life:
2.5h
Video output:
HDMI port
Current / Voltage (USB-A port):
5V / 900mA
Working range. temperature range:
-20 ° C to 40 ° C
Storage temperature range:
transmission distance (in an interference free area):
10 km (FCC), 6 km (CE), 6 km (SRRC), 6 km (MIC)
Transmitter Power (EIRP):
2.400-2.4835GHz: 355 mW (FCC) 71 mW (CE) 79 mW (SRRC) 71 mW (MIC)

5.725-5.850GHz: 355 mW (FCC) 18 mW (CE) 71 mW (SRRC)

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Wi-Fi

Protocol:
Wi-Fi Direct Wireless Display 802.11a / g / n / ac Wi-Fi with 2 × 2 MIMO support
Operating frequency range:
2.400-2.4835GHz 5.150-5.250GHz 5.725-5.850GHz
Transmitter Power (EIRP):
2.400-2.4835GHz: 141 mW (FCC) 71 mW (CE) 71 mW (SRRC) 112 mW (MIC)

5.150- 5.250GHz: 79mW (FCC) 79mW (C E) 79 mW (SRRC) 79 mW (MIC)

5.725-5.850GHz: 126 mW (FCC) 20 mW (CE) 126 mW (SRRC)

Bluetooth

Protocol:
Bluetooth 4.2
Operating frequency range:
2.400-2.4835GHz
Transmitter power:
2.5mW (FCC) 2.5mW (CE) 2.5mW (SRRC) 2.5mW (MIC)

Appearance

Built-in Super Bright Display

The DJI Smart Controller features a built-in ultra-bright 5.5-inch FHD touchscreen display. According to the specification, it provides brightness up to 1000cd / m², which is almost twice the brightness of the display of any modern smartphone (500–705 cd / m²). The developer assures that thanks to such brightness, the user will not experience discomfort when piloting in sunny weather.

Brightness can be adjusted manually or automatically. Automatic mode is realized through a built-in light sensor and a function - SRE (Sunlight Readable Enhancement), which allows you to achieve optimal display brightness even in direct sunlight.

OcuSync 2.0

The controller is equipped with the second generation technology - OcuSync 2.0 Full-HD, thanks to which it supports automatic frequency change 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz, thereby reducing the impact of environmental interference on drone control and video stream quality. Provides max. FPV removal distance - 10 km.

Efficient and portable

necessary. According to the promo video, everything about everything takes - 30 seconds, against - 1 minute 30 seconds when paired with standard equipment. Removable sticks, coupled with a portable controller design, will allow you to always keep it close.

Operating temperature range

Control equipment is adapted for stable operation at temperatures from -20 ° C to 40 ° C.

Go Share

Go Share is a new feature available in the pre-installed DJI GO 4 app. Allows you to quickly transfer captured photo and video content from control equipment to a mobile device.

Custom Android

At the heart of the DJI Smart Controller is a custom Android adapted to work with both pre-installed DJI GO 4 and DJI Pilot applications, and with third-party mobile applications that provide the user with additional options for sharing and editing.

DJI is not responsible for the incorrect operation of third party applications. If the installed third-party application does not allow optimal use of the controller, it is recommended to uninstall the application or restore the hardware to factory settings!

Audio / video preparation

For live broadcasting, the DJI Smart Controller has a built-in microphone and speaker, and an HDMI port will allow video playback in up to 4K @ 60fps in H.264 and H.265 formats.

SkyTalk

SkyTalk is another new feature thanks to which the smart controller user has the ability to broadcast the image from the drone camera to such social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, it also allows you to create short videos and share them in one tap.

Power supply

The Smart Controller is powered by a built-in 2-cell (7.2V) lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery 5000mAh. Provides up to 2.5 hours of continuous operation according to the specification. The charging time from the stock charger is 2 hours.

The remote supports QC2.0 fast charging through the Type-C port located at its bottom.

Ports

The user has 3 different ports and one slot for a microSD card:

Compatibility

DJI Smart Controller compatible with drones Mavic Air 2 (S), Mavic 2 Pro / Zoom, Mavic 2 Enterprise ( Dual / Advanced ), Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 OcuSync 2.0).

Price

DJI Smart Controller is available for purchase at $ 749. Also available are drone combo kits Mavic 2 Pro - 1899 ; Mavic 2 Zoom - $ 1649.

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