Pro Flight Maverick

[Geoffsh]

Today I tried to use the camera function to record to the SD card, but when I connected this to my laptop, the video folder had no files in it?? Can anyone tell me the procedure for capturing stills and video to the SD card?

I have no faith in Drones Direct to get back to me as this is not the first issue, albeit they did replace my order as the controller did not switch on. Any clues on this would be most welcome

Geoff

 

[Mossiback]

Did you format the card from within Go 4?

It is easy to hit the wrong button or miss hitting it entirely. Make sure the video time counter is counting up when capturing video.

 

[Geoffsh]

Did you format the card from within Go 4?

It is easy to hit the wrong button or miss hitting it entirely. Make sure the video time counter is counting up when capturing video.

Hi, not sure what you mean "Go 4"? I was using the controller without the smartphone being attached so there would not be a counter to see?

 

[ksmusa]

You must to configure DJI go 4 with in a device such as a smart phone or tablet. Using a smart phone attached to the controller also allows you to to make changes to the configuration of the drone on the fly. This is very helpful for changing exposure settings as well as video format. Most importantly though, you must use the app to format the SD card for use with your drone.

 

[Geoffsh]

Hi, not sure what you mean "Go 4"? I was using the controller without the smartphone being attached so there would not be a counter to see?

I have just formatted on the laptop so will try again tomorrow

 

[Qoncussion]

I have just formatted on the laptop so will try again tomorrow

No. Format the card IN THE MAVIC using Go4. There is a difference. Formatting in the computer may lead to the exact same results you are already having.

 

[ksmusa]

Agreed. IMO, you should always format the Micro SD card within the app - a quicker route is to bring up the aircraft status menu, scroll to the bottom and tap format next to 'remaining SD card capacity. Formatting with your PC will probably work but I personally think it is better to configure all of these parameters from within the drone app environment.

 

[Geoffsh]

Hi , I am using the app recommended in their booklet , xsw-ufo. Does this allow for formatting the card whilst it's in the drone?

 

[ksmusa]

DJI Go and DJI Assistant are the official support apps for DJI drones. You will need one of these apps to update the firmware for the drone, RC and batteries. SD card formatting can also be performed.

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Mavic Pro– Specs, FAQ, Tutorials and Downloads

DJI Assistant 2 Mavic Software, Download, Guide, Mods And More

 

[Geoffsh]

I have the Pro Flight Maverick and the app I mentioned is in the manual so not sure why it would be a one of these apps you mention....confused now

 

[ksmusa]

I strongly recommend reading the entire Mavic Pro user manual (links below). It has very useful information which can help you avoid potentially disastrous situations. Please refer to pages 2 and 45 of the Mavic Pro user manual for information on DJI’s support software.

https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/mavic/20171219/Mavic Pro User Manual V2.0.pdf
https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/mavic/20171219/Mavic Pro User Manual V2.0.pdf#page45

 

[Geoffsh]

See my manual below, it is the MAVERICK not the MAVIC?

 

[ksmusa]

Ok, now I understand. I was referring to the Mavic Pro. I am not familiar with the specifics of your drone.

 

[Geoffsh]

Ok no problem, thank you for taking an interest

 

[ksmusa]

Final thoughts...

The app for this drone is available on IOS and Android platforms.