How to Connect DJI Mavic Air to a Phone or Tablet

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

The DJI Mavic Air drone features Wi-Fi connectivity that allows you to fly it directly from a mobile device without having to use the remote control.

This guide will show you how to connect your mobile device to the drone over Wi-Fi.

2. Safety First

As with all Drone flying, please keep the following in mind:

• Make sure you are properly registered with the Federal Aviation Administration, or qualify to fly without registration.
• Make sure you have permission to fly from the person or group that owns the land you'll be over.
• Make sure you are in-touch with the control tower before flying near an airport.
• Make sure there's no obstructions, such as power lines or trees, above your flight area that could cause problems.
• Make sure there's no one below your flight area that could be hurt.
• Make sure you are not near government infrastructure or other sensitive properties.
• Make sure the weather is safe to fly in.
• Make sure you keep your drone in your sight at all times, and get help from an observer if necessary.

For more detailed information, please visit:
http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/

3. Ready Drone for Wi-Fi

1. Locate the sticker with the QR code and Wi-Fi credentials:
   
2. On the side of the drone
   

1. Or, you can take note of the Wi-Fi credentials from inside the drone's battery compartment
   

1. Make sure the drone is unfolded and gimbal cover is removed so the propellers and gimbal can move freely during the warm up process.
   

1. With the battery inserted, press and release the power button, then press it again quickly and hold it until you hear it make the initialization sound.
   

1. If the drone was previously linked with the remote control, the drone's Wi-Fi will be disabled and not show up on your mobile device. To enable the drone's Wi-Fi, press and hold the power button for four seconds until you hear a double beep.After holding the power button for two seconds you will hear a single beep. Wait two more seconds and only release the button after you hear the double beep.

4. Connect with QR Code

1. Launch the DJ GO 4 app on your mobile device.
   

1. Make sure Mavic Air is selected in the app. If it isn't, tap the device's name in the top left corner.
   

1. And select Mavic Air from the list.
   

1. Then tap the menu icon in the top right corner.
   

1. And select Scan QR Code.
   

1. Point the mobile device's camera to the QR code and make sure it's placed within the square box in the middle of the screen.
   

1. Hold steady for the QR code to be scanned to establish the connection.

5. Connect to Drone Wi-Fi

Depending on what device (Smartphone or Tablet) and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar across all Android devices and generations.

1. Open Settings on your mobile device.
   

1. Go to Wi-Fi.
   

1. Select the Wi-Fi network that matches the one you retrieved earlier.
   

1. Enter the Wi-Fi password, then tap Connect.
   

6. Connect to Drone Wi-Fi

Depending on what device (iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch) and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be the same across all iOS devices and generations.

1. Open Settings on your mobile device.
   

1. Go to Wi-Fi.
   

1. Select the Wi-Fi network that matches the one you retrieved earlier.
   

1. Enter the Wi-Fi password, then tap Join to connect.
   

7. Install the App for Your DJI Mavic Air Drone

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