{"id":14506,"date":"2018-07-18T15:51:03","date_gmt":"2018-07-18T15:51:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/drone-troubleshooting-checklist\/"},"modified":"2024-03-13T13:10:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T13:10:41","slug":"drone-troubleshooting-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/drone-troubleshooting-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Drone Troubleshooting Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"introduction\">\n <h2>Introduction:<\/h2>\n <div class=\"image-content\">\n  <figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/dff4cf94-2a39-427f-b02f-1bf860bc3749\/nqwYR5wLuCXF7fOjPOJKcA.png\" alt=\"Introduction:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/dff4cf94-2a39-427f-b02f-1bf860bc3749\/nqwYR5wLuCXF7fOjPOJKcA.png\"> <\/a><!-- No caption -->\n  <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Whilst performing a routine operation with your drone, you may notice that something isn't quite right. The drone may be behaving abnormally, for example, flying with a slight tilt, or perhaps your remote controller has an unusually weak signal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Whatever the issue, it's often difficult to pinpoint exactly where the problem is coming from.<\/p>\n  <p>What's more, many pilots and technicians do not have a solid process in place for drone troubleshooting and waste much of their time trying to figure out exactly what component is causing the problem.<\/p>\n  <p>That's why we've made&nbsp;<strong>this checklist template, designed to run you through an extensive troubleshooting routine to isolate those problematic components<\/strong> and have your drone performing as&nbsp;good as new.<a href=\"http:\/\/homebuying.about.com\/od\/homeshopping\/qt\/091107_homeinsp.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n  <p>Completing this checklist will give&nbsp;you everything you need to <a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-repair-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow\">get started with a repair job yourself<\/a>, or you can pass it on to your <strong>maintenance or repair technician<\/strong> to give them a jump-start in resolving any problems.<\/p>\n  <p>You're well on your way to identifying any problems with your drone system, so let's get started.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"preparation\">\n <h2>Preparation:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"record-basic-details\">\n <h2>Record basic details<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>First of all, use the form fields to&nbsp;<strong>record&nbsp;drone and pilot details.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n  <p>By noting down information about the technician performing the troubleshooting, the specific drone unit, and the repair technician email address, you'll save yourself time later on when you need to reference those details or forward the results of the checklist to anyone else.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Technician first name <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Technician last name <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Drone model name <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Drone model number <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Drone ID number (serial) <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Date of troubleshooting <\/label>\n   <div class=\"date-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button>\n   <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>If there is <strong>anything else worth noting<\/strong> about the job in question, <strong>record that information below.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Additional information <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"describe-problems-with-drone\">\n <h2>Describe problems with drone<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Troubleshooting is problem-solving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Therefore, you need to know what problems are present with the drone before you can solve them.<\/p>\n  <p class=\"style-info\">Before you can start troubleshooting, you might want to <strong>consider running this <a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-testing-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">drone testing checklist<\/a><\/strong> to identify problems with the drone.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Use the form field below to outline what is wrong with the unit.<\/strong> This will help to inform the rest of the troubleshooting process.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Describe drone misbehaviour <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"equipment-check\">\n <h2>Equipment check:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-all-components-for-visible-damage\">\n <h2>Inspect all components for visible damage<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Now, on to the actual troubleshooting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Before testing the parts mechanically,&nbsp;<strong>check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dji.com\/newsroom\/news\/inside-a-drone-esc\" rel=\"nofollow\">each component<\/a> for visible damage<\/strong>. That way, obviously faulty components can be isolated and you'll save time in the long run by dealing with them immediately.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Use the sub-checklist below<\/strong> to mark each component after you've inspected it, and then declare whether or not any of the components need repairs.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Motors\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Propellers\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Chassis\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Gimbal\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Indicator lights\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      6\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Screws\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      7\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     GPS\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      8\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Landing frame\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      9\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Electronic Speed Controller\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      10\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Batteries\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      11\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Wiring\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      12\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Compass\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      13\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Camera\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"select-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Are any components damaged? <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"An option will be selected here\">An option will be selected here<\/option> <\/select>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Yes\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     No\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"replace-or-repair-damaged-components\">\n <h2>Replace or repair damaged components<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Now that you've identified some faulty or damaged components, it's time to let your maintenance technician know so that they can perform any repairs.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Make note of exactly what needs to be repaired in the form field below.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-choice-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Which components need repair? <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"\">Multiple options can be selected from this list<\/option> <\/select>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Chassis\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Propellers\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Motors\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Gimbal\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Indicator lights\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      6\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Screws\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      7\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Global Positioning System (GPS)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      8\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Landing gear\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      9\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Batteries\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      10\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      11\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Compass\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      12\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Wiring\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      13\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Camera\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Once you've specified repair work to be done, you will be all set to&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/help\/docs\/exporting-checklists\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">export or print<\/a> this checklist and send it over to your technician for repairs and service work.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"image-content\">\n  <figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/9d551b97-bfb1-4e33-a54a-b3ed4c9a769a\/hP9ZExp4AoEz_r6sDXRF9Q.png\" alt=\"Replace or repair damaged components\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/9d551b97-bfb1-4e33-a54a-b3ed4c9a769a\/hP9ZExp4AoEz_r6sDXRF9Q.png\"> <\/a><!-- No caption -->\n  <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-components-are-properly-fitted\">\n <h2>Ensure all components are properly fitted<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>As well as checking for damage, you should <strong>make sure each <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dronenerds.com\/products\/parts\/replacement-parts.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">component<\/a> is properly and securely fixed into place<\/strong> on the unit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Even perfectly healthy parts can cause problems if they aren't fitted the way they're supposed to be.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Check each item on the sub-checklist below.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Camera\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Motors\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Gimbal\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     LEDs\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Screws\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      6\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Global Positioning System (GPS)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      7\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Landing frame\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      8\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Batteries\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      9\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      10\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Compass\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      11\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Wiring\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      12\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Propellers\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-batteries-are-charged\">\n <h2>Ensure all batteries are charged<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p><strong>Check each battery&nbsp;<\/strong>for the drone, controller and additional components, including all spares. The sub-checklist below will run you through exactly what you'll need to do.<\/p>\n  <p class=\"style-info\"><strong>Maintain battery charge levels between the range of 30 - 90%.&nbsp;<\/strong>Anything outside of this range runs the risk of excessively loading the battery and reducing its lifespan.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check and charge drone batteries to 75%\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check and charge controller batteries to 75%\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check and charge additional component batteries to 75%\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check and charge spare batteries to 75%\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"system-reset\">\n <h2>System reset:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"power-off-drone\">\n <h2>Power off drone<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Every troubleshooting process should start with this step. Often, problems with electronic devices can be solved by simply turning them off an on again - and the same goes for drones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Power down the drone<\/strong> and wait for propellers to run down completely.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"power-off-control-station\">\n <h2>Power off control station<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Once the drone is powered down, it's time to follow suit with the remote controller, as well as any additional control units, such as smartphones, tablets, or portable computers running control software.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Power down all remaining devices<\/strong> in your control station setup.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"remove-batteries\">\n <h2>Remove batteries<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Once all systems are powered down and propellers are completely run-down, you can <strong>remove all battery packs from both controller and drone systems.<\/strong><\/p>\n  <p>You'll need to let the batteries cool before charging them for next use, so <strong>follow the subtask checklist below<\/strong> before moving on.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Remove all batteries\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Allow all batteries to cool\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Charge drone batteries to 75%\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Charge controller batteries to 75%\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"reinsert-batteries\">\n <h2>Re-insert batteries<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p><strong>Re-insert<\/strong> either the newly charged batteries or an equally charged set of spares. What's important is that they have enough charge to last the troubleshooting operation and that they are in good condition.<\/p>\n  <p class=\"style-warning\">Often, errors and system failures can be caused by faulty or insufficiently charged batteries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"power-on-drone\">\n <h2>Power on drone<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p><strong>Switch the drone back on again<\/strong> and <strong>wait for all indicator lights to show.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Power on drone\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check indicator lights are showing\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"power-on-control-station\">\n <h2>Power on control station<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Finally, <strong>power on all components of the control station<\/strong> in sequence. Once switched on, you may have to<strong> launch control software<\/strong>&nbsp;separately, so make sure you do that as well.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Power on smartphone or tablet\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Power on portable laptop computer (if applicable)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Launch control software\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"calibration\">\n <h2>Calibration:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-for-local-interference\">\n <h2>Check for local interference<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Local interference can take the form of metal objects jamming signal strength, alternate signal sources confusing sensor readings and even other air vehicles.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Be sure the local space, both air, and ground, is clear<\/strong> of the following potential obstructions by <strong>completing the sub-checklist<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Air vehicles (manned and unmanned, within 5 miles)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Metal objects (within 10 metres)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Local signal interference\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-global-positioning-system-gps-signal\">\n <h2>Check Global Positioning System (GPS) signal<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Before we do any mechanical troubleshooting, it's a good idea to&nbsp;check to see if the GPS coordinates are correct. This step requires an active internet connection (wired or wireless) so<strong> be sure that you are connected before you start.<\/strong><\/p>\n  <p><strong>Follow the subtask checklist below<\/strong> to check your GPS readings, and reset them if necessary.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Place drone on level horizontal surface\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check GPS signal\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check secondary GPS reading\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Reset drone GPS (if necessary)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"calibrate-inertial-measurement-unit-imu\">\n <h2>Calibrate Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p><span>The Inertial Measurement Unit<\/span><span>&nbsp;(IMU) is a system which&nbsp;uses a combination of accelerometers and gyroscopes, sometimes also magnetometers, to calculate angular velocity and linear acceleration.<\/span><\/p>\n  <p><strong>Refer to your model-specific manual<\/strong> for the exact steps required for IMU calibration - but it will <a href=\"https:\/\/forum.dji.com\/thread-75438-1-1.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">most likely be a simple configuration<\/a> within the<span>&nbsp;control application settings.<\/span><\/p>\n  <p><span>Complete the calibration by <strong>following the sub-checklist below.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Place drone on a level horizontal surface\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Refer to manual for calibration instructions\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Ensure battery has sufficient charge\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Perform IMU calibration\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"video-content\">\n  <div class=\"iframe-container\">\n   <iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ln5ERj1DWEA?modestbranding=1&amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\"> <\/iframe>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"description\">\n   DJI Phantom 3 IMU Calibration\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"calibrate-compass\">\n <h2>Calibrate compass<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p><span>Before troubleshooting, <strong>your compass should be calibrated correctly<\/strong>. This instrument could easily be the root of a navigational problem, such as improper GPS navigation and remote control during flight.<\/span><\/p>\n  <p><span>Calibrating your compass is often as easy as accessing an in-app command and waiting for the software to do its job.&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span>Make sure you consult your model-specific manual <\/span><\/strong>and<strong><span> follow the sub-checklist below <\/span><\/strong>for the calibration process.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Place drone on a level horizontal surface\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Refer to manual for calibration instructions\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Ensure battery has sufficient charge\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Perform compass calibration\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"calibrate-gimbal\">\n <h2>Calibrate gimbal<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>The gimbal controls the perspective of the camera and will cause problems if not installed and calibrated correctly.<\/p>\n  <p>Calibration is a multi-step process, with both the horizontal and vertical axis requiring separate calibration. <strong>Your model-specific manual will include instructions<\/strong> for how exactly to begin the calibration of each axis; nonetheless, there are certain steps which must be adhered.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Perform gimbal calibration as per the subtask checklist below.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Place drone on a level horizontal surface\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Refer to manual for calibration instructions\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Ensure batteries have sufficient charge\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Perform gimbal calibration\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"video-content\">\n  <div class=\"iframe-container\">\n   <iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MpzrtvEZY34?modestbranding=1&amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\"> <\/iframe>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"description\">\n   Gimbal calibratrion on DJI's Mavic Pro.\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"upgradedowngrade-drone-firmware\">\n <h2>Upgrade\/downgrade drone firmware<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Sometimes, errors can be caused by firmware versions. Older firmware can sometimes contain bugs which surface under specific conditions - and the same goes when a system is updated to a newer version.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Check your current version, and experiment with both updating and (if possible) downgrading via the subtask checklist below.<\/strong><\/p>\n  <p class=\"style-info\">Some manufacturers make downgrading difficult, if not impossible, in an effort to force users to stay up-to-date with the most current version. If your system does not actively provide you with an option to downgrade your firmware version, then the safest bet is to make sure your software is updated to the most current version.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check current firmware version\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     (If possible) downgrade to previous firmware version\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Upgrade to most current version\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"motor-troubleshooting\">\n <h2>Motor troubleshooting:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-propellers-are-installed-correctly\">\n <h2>Check propellers are installed correctly<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Make sure each propeller is installed the right-way-up and is spinning in the designated direction. Some models will have a directionally specific design which could be problematic if rotating the wrong way.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>The subtask checklist below<\/strong> will run you through the process for checking that your propellers are installed properly.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check propellers are not upside-down\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check propellers are rotating in correct direction\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check propellers are securely fixed in place\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-motors-are-spinning-in-correct-direction\">\n <h2>Check motors are spinning in correct direction<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Motors will also have a designated direction. Even if a propeller is installed correctly, an improperly set motor will cause the propeller to misbehave.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Check everything is in order with the following subtask checklist.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check all motors are installed correctly\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check all motors are spinning in correct direction\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"signal-troubleshooting\">\n <h2>Signal troubleshooting:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-antennae-are-positioned-correctly\">\n <h2>Check antennae are positioned correctly<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Antennae position will determine drone signal strength between local control station devices and potentially longer-range radio-waves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Check each antenna is optimally positioned<\/strong> and <strong>then check the strength of your signal<\/strong>, to try and reach the best configuration.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Position antennae\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check signal strength\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Repeat until optimal configuration\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-radio-amplifiers-are-installed-correctly\">\n <h2>Ensure radio amplifiers are installed correctly<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>If you have radio amplifiers installed for long-range remote controller communication, then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotordronemag.com\/7-trouble-shooting-tips\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">there may be issues<\/a> with signal at shorter distances.<\/p>\n  <p>If the issue you are having is only present whilst the drone is close to the control station, and you also have radio amplifiers installed, <strong>try removing the amplifiers<\/strong> to see if the drone behaves normally within a shorter range.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Ensure amplifiers are correctly installed\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Remove amplifiers\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Check if issue is still present\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"image-content\">\n  <figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/970d13cd-320a-464f-947c-cca851d8480a\/iqp2NdAHceoUDMw04EFFEA.JPG\" alt=\"Ensure radio amplifiers are installed correctly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/970d13cd-320a-464f-947c-cca851d8480a\/iqp2NdAHceoUDMw04EFFEA.JPG\"> <\/a><!-- No caption -->\n  <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"finishing-up\">\n <h2>Finishing up:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"send-troubleshooting-report-to-technician\">\n <h2>Send troubleshooting report to technician<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>This finished checklist will be a useful reference for the next repair job, so you should <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/help\/docs\/exporting-checklists\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">print or export<\/a> it and send it to your repair technician, or just keep a printed version handy for yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"image-content\">\n  <figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/aed1d9d0-a3b9-466e-81b0-82308fed6971\/kf2KL3duD7hDPMs5z3tChA.png\" alt=\"Send troubleshooting report to technician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/aed1d9d0-a3b9-466e-81b0-82308fed6971\/kf2KL3duD7hDPMs5z3tChA.png\"> <\/a><!-- No caption -->\n  <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"sources\">\n <h2>Sources:<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <ul>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/forum.dji.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">DJI Forums<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/forum.dji.com\/thread-75438-1-1.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">IMU Calibration Tips&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dji.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">DJI<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dji.com\/newsroom\/news\/inside-a-drone-esc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Inside a Drone&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dronenerds.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">DroneNerds<\/a> -<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dronenerds.com\/products\/parts\/replacement-parts.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Spare Parts &amp; Components&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifixit.com\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span><\/span><\/a><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifixit.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">iFixIt<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifixit.com\/Wiki\/Drone_Troubleshooting\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drone Troubleshooting<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotordronemag.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">RotorDroneMag<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotordronemag.com\/7-trouble-shooting-tips\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Troubleshooting Tips&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"related-checklists\">\n <h2>Related checklists:<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <ul>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-safety-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drone Safety Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/routine-drone-maintenance-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Routine Drone Maintenance Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/uav-compliance-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">UAV Compliance Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-post-flight-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drone Post-Flight Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-repair-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drone Repair Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-testing-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drone Testing Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/new-drone-setup-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New Drone Setup Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/process.st\/checklist\/drone-pre-flight-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drone Pre-Flight Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction: Whilst performing a routine operation with your drone, you may notice that something isn't quite right. The drone may be behaving abnormally, for example, flying with a slight tilt, or perhaps your remote controller has an unusually weak signal.&nbsp; Whatever the issue, it's often difficult to pinpoint exactly where the problem is coming from. [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":14507,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"ep_exclude_from_search":false,"cover_icon_emoji":"\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f","cover_icon_url":"","tasks_count":"33","template_description":"Run this checklist to isolate the problem component if an issue is identified with the drone or it is behaving abnormally.","template_id":"nSgoiojtkO-66q_WPoVNfQ","task_0":"Introduction:","task_slug_0":"introduction","task_1":"Preparation:","task_slug_1":"preparation","task_2":"Record basic details","task_slug_2":"record-basic-details","task_3":"Describe problems with drone","task_slug_3":"describe-problems-with-drone","task_4":"Equipment check:","task_slug_4":"equipment-check","task_5":"Inspect all components for visible damage","task_slug_5":"inspect-all-components-for-visible-damage","task_6":"Replace or repair damaged components","task_slug_6":"replace-or-repair-damaged-components","task_7":"Ensure all components are properly fitted","task_slug_7":"ensure-all-components-are-properly-fitted","task_8":"Ensure all batteries are charged","task_slug_8":"ensure-all-batteries-are-charged","task_9":"System reset:","task_slug_9":"system-reset","task_10":"Power off drone","task_slug_10":"power-off-drone","task_11":"Power off control station","task_slug_11":"power-off-control-station","task_12":"Remove batteries","task_slug_12":"remove-batteries","task_13":"Re-insert batteries","task_slug_13":"reinsert-batteries","task_14":"Power on drone","task_slug_14":"power-on-drone","task_15":"Power on control station","task_slug_15":"power-on-control-station","task_16":"Calibration:","task_slug_16":"calibration","task_17":"Check for local interference","task_slug_17":"check-for-local-interference","task_18":"Check Global Positioning System (GPS) 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