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DJI Mini 5 Pro First Use Guide (RC 2)

A simple guide to setting up the DJI Mini 5 Pro with the DJI RC 2, covering activation, updates and basic flight controls.

This guide shows you how to set up the DJI Mini 5 Pro with the RC 2, including activation, firmware updates and the essential controls for your first flight.

Preparing the aircraft

  1. Unfasten the strap and remove the gimbal protector.

  2. Press the power button once to activate the aircraft battery.

  3. Unfold the arms.

  4. When the right rear arm is unfolded, the aircraft powers on automatically.

  5. You can also press the power button once, then press and hold for two seconds to turn the aircraft on.

The aircraft includes internal storage and supports microSD cards for additional capacity. The USB-C port can be used for charging when the aircraft is powered off.

Preparing the RC 2

  1. Unfold the antennas.

  2. Remove the control sticks from the storage slots and mount them.

  3. Press the power button once, then press again and hold for two seconds to turn on the DJI RC 2.

  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete setup.

  5. Connect the controller to Wi-Fi and select the time zone, date, and time.

  6. Log in with your DJI account. New users must register before logging in.

  7. After activation, tap Start to view the function guide.

Activating the aircraft

The aircraft must be activated through DJI Fly before first use.

Launch DJI Fly and follow the prompts to activate the aircraft. An internet connection is required.

If you plan to purchase DJI Care Refresh, complete the purchase and binding within 48 hours of activation. This step can be skipped if not required.

Updating firmware

If a firmware update is available, a prompt will appear.

Tap the prompt, then tap Update to bring all devices to the latest version.

For safety and best performance, update immediately.

Do not power off the aircraft or exit the DJI Fly app during the update.

After updating, the aircraft will power off automatically.

Pre-flight checks

  1. Fly in an open, unobstructed space.

  2. Ensure the propellers and battery are securely installed, and unfold the propellers before take-off.

  3. Place the aircraft on level ground with the rear facing you.

  4. Set the flight mode switch on the controller to Normal Mode.

  5. Launch DJI Fly and go to System Settings > Safety.

  6. Set the obstacle avoidance action to Bypass or Brake.

  7. Set the RTH height higher than any nearby buildings or obstacles.

  8. Make sure the GNSS status icon stays white before take-off.

Auto take-off and landing

  1. Tap the Takeoff icon on the left and press and hold to enable Auto Take-off.

  2. The aircraft will rise and hover automatically.

  3. Tap the Landing icon and press and hold to land and stop the motors.

Manual take-off and landing

  1. Push both control sticks inward or outward to start the motors.

  2. Gently push the left stick up to take off manually.

  3. To land, pull the left stick down.

Basic Flight Controls:

Left stick:

  • Up/down – ascend/descend

  • Left/right – rotate aircraft (yaw)

Right stick:

  • Up/down – fly forward/backward

  • Left/right – fly horizontally left/right

Keep the controller positioned to maintain a strong, stable signal.

Camera controls

  • Press the Focus/Shutter button halfway to auto-focus and fully to take a photo.

  • Press the Record button to start or stop video recording.

  • Use the left dial to adjust gimbal tilt.

  • Use the right dial to zoom in or out.

  • Tap the camera icon in DJI Fly to switch between Auto and Manual modes.

  • Tap the parameter menu to adjust shooting settings.

  • Tap the portrait icon to switch to vertical shooting modes.

  • Tap the playback icon to view or download your captured footage.

Return to Home (RTH)

Press and hold the RTH button on the controller, or tap the RTH icon in DJI Fly and hold to confirm.

The aircraft will return to the most recent home point and land.

Powering off and storage

Fold the right rear arm to trigger the aircraft’s power-off voice prompt.

Press any button on the aircraft to cancel, if needed.

You may also power off manually: press the power button once, then press and hold for two seconds on both the aircraft and the controller.

After powering off, fold the propellers by pinching the centre of each blade and pushing both sides inward.

Handle carefully—propeller blades are sharp.

Do not excessively overlap blades to avoid wear or deformation.

Fold all aircraft arms and rotate the propellers into the storage position.

Ensure the gimbal camera faces forward, then install the gimbal cover and snap it into place.

Adjust the propellers to secure them under the cover and refasten the strap.

Fold the antennas, remove the control sticks, and store them in the controller.

Get in touch

If you need further assistance, contact the Heliguy repair team for expert support.