New Smart Controller Owner

[normanh2]

Just received my Christmas present being a Smart Controller for my
Air 2. I am an absolute beginner and have only flown the Air 2 once
in my back garden using the normal supplied Controller. The SC is
a substantial investment for the wife and I and I am looking for any
advice I can get regarding the "commissioning" of it. I am looking for
general tips from the more experienced members as I don't want to mess
it up - hope this doesn't sound too paranoid. Thanks in anticipation
and wishing all members a Merry Christmas and a Happy , Prosperous
and Happy Flying New Year.

 

[Thomas B]

Your answers are most likely in the online only DJI documentation for you drone and the SC. These manual are NOT in the boxes physically.
Here’s the two links
SC:

https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/smart+controller/20190110-2/DJI_Smart_Controller_User_Manual_EN_V1.0_0110.pdf

MA2:

https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/Mavic_Air_2/Mavic_Air_2_User_Manual_v1.2_en1.pdf

 

[bumper]

Consider getting a neck strap if you don't already have one. This frees up your hands and prevents dropping accidents.

 

[Electromen]

The antennas should point down, not straight at the done, unless it is directly above you. Like others have said, read the owners manual, start on page 1

 

[Repaid1]

One of the features rarely mentioned is under settings and it is called DJI LAB..see this thread. New Smart Controller Firmware Released (10/01/2020)

Also maybe have a look at these two videos: