dji drone output to macbook remove display

[Andy Analyst]

hi guys new to here
question:

if i output to macbook to record, can i remove the contorller display

or i need to to use pro controller


Andy

 

[GadgetGuy]

The RC Pro mini HDMI output is the only one that I am aware of that has the option to select a telemetry free, clean screen view for its output.

 

[Andy Analyst]

The RC Pro mini HDMI output is the only one that I am aware of that has the option to select a telemetry free, clean screen view for its output.

thank you, let me try it out

thank you so much

 

[Sandy23]

hi guys new to here
question:

if i output to macbook to record, can i remove the contorller display

or i need to to use pro controller


Andy View attachment 181815 I had a similar issue when connecting my DJI drone output to my MacBook—especially with external displays or mirroring, it can get glitchy. In my case, it even led to a kernel panic once, which was a nightmare. What helped me was adjusting display settings and checking for conflicting background apps. If you’re running into system crashes or display problems, this guide really helped me troubleshoot: https://setapp.com/how-to/fix-a-kernel-panic. It covers the common culprits and fixes in a super clear way. Also, try using a different USB-C cable or adapter—sometimes that alone resolves the issue.

If you're outputting to a MacBook to record (like via capture card or using screen mirroring for Switch/console), the display on the controller itself (like the Joy-Con or Pro Controller) doesn’t show video anyway — it's just an input device. So no, you don't need a Pro Controller unless you prefer it for comfort. The recording will be of the console’s video output, not the controller. Just make sure your capture setup is solid and you're good to go.

 

[GadgetGuy]

If you're outputting to a MacBook to record (like via capture card or using screen mirroring for Switch/console), the display on the controller itself (like the Joy-Con or Pro Controller) doesn’t show video anyway — it's just an input device. So no, you don't need a Pro Controller unless you prefer it for comfort. The recording will be of the console’s video output, not the controller. Just make sure your capture setup is solid and you're good to go.

By "pro controller" he meant RC Pro, rather than DJI RC or DJI RC2. The controller he is referring to is his RC controller of the drone that he is using as his input device, not a different capture device. However, his drone appears to be an Air 3 or Air 3S, that the OS3+ RC Pro with mini HDMI output is not compatible with, because both drones are OS4.

So even the RC Pro controller won't help.