New at this.

[JOHNMN]

Just acquired a Mavic 2 pro, no experience, but it looks like the batteries must be charged routinely to keep it functioning. There is some talk about having a chip so I don't get involved with airplanes or helicopters. So, as soon as the snow disappears, I want to try this out and see where I can fly it. Seems to be a lot of places to avoid.

 

[RodPad]

Welcome to MP's, Just acquired, Its not new?
Lots of information here!
These web sights are confusing at the top there is search options.
Anyways you should get a lot of help, ask if you can't find-it..

Rod

 

[MA2 317]

Hello from the Crossroads of America JOHNMN

You can download the manual here.

Mavic 2 - Download Center - DJI

At DJI Download Center, Learn aboutMavic 2

www.dji.com

The Mavic 2 isn't RID compliant and will require a module when they become available closer to the September 2023 due date.

You should register the aircraft with the FAA.

FAADroneZone

faadronezone-access.faa.gov

And you should take the TRUST test and keep a copy with you when you fly.

FAA TRUST Online Portal for Recreational Drone Operators - Pilot Institute

Get your FAA TRUST Certificate of Completion to legally fly drones for recreational reasons in the United States.

trust.pilotinstitute.com

Good luck and welcome to the Forum.

 

[Yorkshire_Pud]

Welcome, read the manual SEVERAL times and ask questions concerning anything you even SUSPECT you do not fully understand.
Remember low, slow and close in wide open spaces, preferably over grass etc. rather than a hard surface, are your best bet whilst learning, leave high and fast to the young bucks.
Low and close, I would also suggest you turn obstacle avoidance off. Since you have no experience it's an added complication that may confuse you.

 

[SeaPig]

Welcome to you from Houston.

 

[Bob in Savannah]

Just acquired a Mavic 2 pro, no experience, but it looks like the batteries must be charged routinely to keep it functioning. There is some talk about having a chip so I don't get involved with airplanes or helicopters. So, as soon as the snow disappears, I want to try this out and see where I can fly it. Seems to be a lot of places to avoid.

Welcome from the dirty south in Savannah, GA!

 

[Bob in Savannah]

Just acquired a Mavic 2 pro, no experience, but it looks like the batteries must be charged routinely to keep it functioning. There is some talk about having a chip so I don't get involved with airplanes or helicopters. So, as soon as the snow disappears, I want to try this out and see where I can fly it. Seems to be a lot of places to avoid.

Do a TON of research around here about the operation of your drone, the care the batteries need, and FAA laws that are required. Go right now and get your "trust" certification. Thats Step One.

The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) | Federal Aviation Administration

What is TRUST? The law requires that all recreational flyers pass an aeronautical knowledge and safety test and provide proof of passage if asked by law enforcement or FAA personnel. The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) was developed to meet this requirement.

www.faa.gov

 

[Hauptmann]

Welcome to the forum, from Hauptmann in North Texas!

I fly a Mavic 2 Pro also--great machine. I envy you for all the scenery in NY! I'd love to fly there some day. Been there many times, but not since getting "drone fever".

Do yourself a favor: Follow Yorkshire_Pud's advice and study that manual! If you ever have questions, just ask. We have over 150,000 members worldwide who enjoy helping fellow droners learn and grow as pilots and photographers.

Glad to have you with us!

Rich R (aka Hauptmann)

 

[Gagey52]

Greetings John, welcome to the forum from the outback of Australia. Look forward to your input.
Regards

 

[GFields]

Just acquired a Mavic 2 pro, no experience, but it looks like the batteries must be charged routinely to keep it functioning. There is some talk about having a chip so I don't get involved with airplanes or helicopters. So, as soon as the snow disappears, I want to try this out and see where I can fly it. Seems to be a lot of places to avoid.

Greetings from Birmingham Alabama USA, welcome to the forum! We look forward to hearing from you!

 

[old man mavic]

welcome to the forum

 

[Drone Master]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots! Enjoy the forum!

 

[Mavikhan]

Welcome aboard!

 

[LoudThunder]

Just acquired a Mavic 2 pro, no experience,

Welcome from the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, USA. We have a Member's Map in the Upper Right of the Title Bar. Click on "Members" and then Click on "Member's Map…" Check it out and you might find some new flying friends.

Member Map

mavicpilots.com

As a New Drone Pilot, there are a couple of Legal Things you may need to do… And you have already been given the heads up so I will only say, do it.. If you do have the opportunity to be visited by the authorities, they are getting smarter and asking for your "credentials…"

Since you live in Minnesota, there are specific laws and rules for you to follow, please check the link below for all the Rules and Laws that are in effect in your neck of the woods and it also links you to some of the Best Places to Fly in your area… Also, if you travel on vacation, visit friends, and relatives in other parts of the country, check back here so you do not run afoul of the law.

Drone Laws and Best Places to Fly in Every US State - Pilot Institute

pilotinstitute.com

Even if you have flown Drones before, here is some Good Old Fashion Advice…

You paid a lot of money for that Drone, put your phone number on it. If your drone gets lost or stuck in a tree and it finally comes down when you are not around, give the finders an opportunity to contact you so it can be returned.

Now, for the Fun Part, But do not let the excitement of the moment get the best of you. When you are going out to fly, do it slowly and deliberately. Get used to a set procedure and even practice it.

There are so many things I could write but these are the highlights that I feel need mentioning.

Plug in your phone/tablet into your controller; turn on the Controller and DJI Fly App (if it does not start on its own…). On the Drone, open the front legs, then open the back legs, then remove the Gimbal Cover.

The Gimbal is the most delicate item on the Drone and banging or bumping can damage it. I also fastened a short "Remove Before Flight" ribbon to the cover so it's more noticeable and I do not forget to remove it…

Turn on the drone and watch it come to "life." Watching the Gimbal go through its self-check is almost like watching a kitten or puppy opening its eyes for the first time…

Place the drone down (preferably on a Landing Pad) while it finishes its self-test (collecting satellites, etc…).

Check your battery status (Phone, Drone, and Controller), check the Signal Strength, by now the Controller should have reported it updated the Home Point.

Lift off, 4-5 feet (1-1/2 meters) or so, hover a bit, check the controls (move the drone a bit forward, back, left, right, yaw left and right). By now, your Controller will probably report again, Home point Updated.

If you go out in a rush and race thru your start up and take off before the drone has finished it prep, it may update its Home Point over that pond or that old tree you are flying over and in your excitement, you'll fly the drone long past it Low Battery point and when it engages Return to Home and lands in the pond or in a tree; it will be all on you…

Now go have fun, learn to fly the drone by sight before you try to fly it out a distance depending on the video feed, FPV.

I would also advise you to use YouTube and watch a lot of the Videos on flying and setting up the Drone. When it is too dark, too cold, or too wet, you can "fly it vicariously" through YouTube. Also watch some of the Blooper Drone Videos and learn how not to fly your "New Baby."

Below is the link to all of the downloads offered by DJI for the Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom, including the User Manual.

After you read the Manual, read it again, you will be surprised what you missed the first time and you will be better prepared for that first "scary moment…"

Mavic 2 - Download Center - DJI

At DJI Download Center, Learn aboutMavic 2

www.dji.com

Fly On and Fly Safe…

 

[Kendallfordguy]

Welcome from Wisconsin!

 

[careless]

Welcome from Kentucky USA

 

[Chetk7677]

Welcome from Florida.

 

[Tarmactripper]

hello and welcome from the U.K.

 

[Jaime Zapata]

Acabo de adquirir un Mavic 2 pro, sin experiencia, pero parece que las baterías deben cargarse de forma rutinaria para que sigan funcionando. Se habla de tener un chip para no involucrarme con aviones o helicópteros. Entonces, tan pronto como desaparezca la nieve, quiero probar esto y ver dónde puedo volarlo. Parece ser un monton de lugares para evitar.

Acabo de adquirir un Mavic 2 pro, sin experiencia, pero parece que las baterías deben cargarse de forma rutinaria para que siga funcionando. Se habla de tener un chip para no involucrarme con aviones o helicópteros. Entonces, tan pronto como desaparezca la nieve, quiero probar esto y ver dónde puedo volarlo. Parece ser un montón de lugares para evitar.

Hi , I'm fond of droning with medium experience. I have a MAVIC air 2. I suggest you to review the manual of the dron in the battery section. There you will find a lot of information about the batteries. I would suggest not to work with the batteries until they reach 0%. The recommended level is 20%. Don't charge the batteries when they are still hot. Good use of the batteries make them last more.

 

[Laborous]

Welcome to the forum from the beautiful woods of Maine!