DJI Spark Beginners Guide to the CONTROLLER
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- The Complete DJI SPARK Beginners Guide to the controller. This shows you what every button does and how to link everything together. Watch this and my first guide before you fly to know what everything does in the app and on the controller.
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Why do you recommend using the cable instead of WiFi?
Toni Del Rio Better range and less video lag on long flights.
Jeven Dovey thanks for your videos. Very much needed and helpful. Question for you: do you have to have that cord to plug into the remote and your phone or can you go without it? Also, do you have to have the micro SD card as well in order to fly? I’m planning on getting these both. But want to make sure if I have to get these first before I fly or if I can get away with flying without them a couple times. Thanks
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I haven't fly my Spark over 2 years and I even forgot how to turn these things on lol. Thanks for the video again.
Yo dude, Im 60 and thanks for the informative video. You cleared up most of my issues with my spark/controller/phone. As I said tks for the simple steps by step.
Wanderworx has produced the best Spark remote controller tutorial out there. The pairing and sequence of connecting everything is CLEARLY explained step by step. I struggled through 3 other tutorials before I found this gem. Thanks Wander-man!
I just want to say thank uou for these great resources. I bought a spark when i finally felt that i could afford one and its simply great having such great info even though its supposedly obsolete. These videos are the way i finally made my first video after years of wanting a drone.
Even though they are old everything, and i mean everything could have been done yesterday. Thanks again!
Just brought my 1st Drone. A spark, and loving flying it on my 2nd day thanks to your great tutorial videos. Keep up your great work..
I've made 10 CZcams comments in my life and I had to make one here - this is an awesome video and simple explanation. DJI's own videos with some half-assed male model explaining setup were USELESS in terms of getting me started and incredibly confusing. Good stuff here man cheers.
Agreed! Not sure why he’d get 334 dislikes. I’m guessing either they are his competition or they don’t speak English! 🤣
I was furious with trying to set up my controller to my spark and couldn’t figure it out so thank you for this video which explained everything perfectly and got me up and flying within minutes.
I was given a Spark Fly More combo as a birthday gift. I was super excited to start learning how to fly... After maybe 4 hours (!!!) of resetting things, reading the (extremely lacking) user guide and swearing and... Well I STILL have not been able to get things working... Just stumbled on this and the first video. Man, there are so many things that aren't even MENTIONED on the guides, no wonder the thing is notoriously difficult to get started with for new owners.
Anyway, after watching your videos I feel like I should be able to actually connect everything and maybe even take off for the first time tomorrow... Thanks!
I thank everyone who is wonderful and courteous. I am happy to participate in my channel and wish him absolute happiness
I saw a lot of instuctions about pairing the controller to spark and phone. But your instruction is by far the most comprehensible, logical and best one. Thanks for your help.
Awesome! Glad I could help! Happy Flying!
My school English is not 100% but I was able to follow it quite well, of course I have to repeat several times and look at this instruction, I will soon be 74 years old and have never fled any plane or drone with one remote control. But I have in any case dared to buy a DJI SPARK ALPINE and fly, after looking at this nice instruction a few times more! /Tommy Högberg, Sweden
I never leave comments, and you are the reason I bought a DJI Spark & I'm LOVING IT!! Thank you for these videos. Love them. I was filling out your survey but I'm in a different category. I'd love a trip learning about Adventure Filmmaking. I'm a podcaster/radio host who makes videos to supplement my on air time. I'm not booking jobs per say, but I record & edit on a pretty regular basis. I'd love a trip like yours just to see your daily process on content creation from start to finish. If you then added the how's & why's as you go along I'd be in. Thanks.
Awesome! I'm working on putting it together now. If I can get enough people interested then I'll send you an email with all the info :)
Thanks Jeven, you are the only guy to actually show how to connect the controller to the Spark drone without going through the phone or tablet. Scanning the QR code did not work with my iPhone and the software step to connect another way wasn't available in the new update. It was frustrating until I saw your how-to video. I started having fun afterwards, many thanks.
Just had my Spark for over a week here in Belgium, had problems understanding the controls but not anymore. This your second beginners guide from the Spark and again your video helped me a 100% this time with my contoller and thanxs to your step by step and very detailed help Thx
Why do I need to connect my phone to the controller with the cable when it is already connected via wifi ?
@@MicroBanshee If you need the WiFi connected to the Internet (to update software) or just for a more secure connection
better connection.
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I got DJI SPARK Fly More Combo but I had no idea what to do with it. Thank you for your video! I wish you were in Japan and teach us how to fly it in face to face. I wish I could join an adventure filmmaking trip. You gonna be a great teacher!
Next time we come to Japan we'll for sure meet up :)
Wow! How nice!! :)
try checking DJI CUSTOMER SUPPORT in your country.. :)
Get a room, you two! lol :P
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Best Spark beginners guide
Thank You! Flying and editing tutorials are coming next!
dude. this was SO helpful. i was frustrated in manuals and pairing and back and forth. i watched your video and was flying within about 2 minutes. thank you
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I have just bought a DJI Spark and your video is very useful and informative for beginners in particular. Thanks very much for sharing and have a nice day.
Thank you so much man. Tried figuring it out through DJI tutorial videos for an hour and they make it so confusing. I figured out what I needed to know within 30 seconds during this video
Of all those hard to understand DJI videos, yours made the most sense. GREAT !!
I just got my Spark Fly More Combo 2 days ago. I have read every page of the user manual (51pages) I didn't see anything about connecting a USB cable from phone to controller. If you don't have a data plan on your phone then I understand would need it. But I've flown my Spark outside 3 times and don't have to use that ugly USB to lightning connection. I totally don't get why you did that. Explain please. I give the video thumbs up, but I'm mystified about that cable.
Thank you so much for these videos! I bought the Spark Fly More Combo and was so frustrated with the directions for the first 48 hrs that I thought of returning the whole thing....Who prints directions that small?.... and they were worthless! I followed your video and I got the thing synced-up to the Controller and flying! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
Thank you, your video really help me, I bought the combo pack, but have not touched my spark in a few months, and the the controller and the spark lost were not connected any more, i bib what you said to do, it worked. Thank you again!
Thanks for making this video, It saved me from reading the manual. Just got my controller today, it's a must have.
IMHO the manufacturer's instruction are whoefully inadequate. This video is a godsend.. Thank You,
Great guide! My small little tip is that if you connect your phone to the controller via OTG cable, the phone will automatically launch DJI GO 4 app.
Good to know. When I made this video it didn't do that
Good video. I purchased the Spark Flymore package but my remote and Spark were not paired. Perhaps, a one of, who knows? Your video saved the day and helped me get the two working properly together.
Susan Overson glad I could help! Happy flying!
my guy thanks for this video as newbie to the drone community this really helped.
First of all I want to say thank you very much, I purchase the DJI spark, and thanks to your video tutorial, I was able to have my first successful flight, there was no way I would have figured out the connections between the drone the controller and my phone, well maybe eventually but it would have taken me a while, I love your enthusiasm trying to help people like me LOL, again thank you thank you.
Very well presented. Engaging, and keeps the viewer's attention. Thank you for what I would call a "monkey see monkey do". Tutorial that saves time so you can get on with flying your done.
Awesome I found you on CZcams. I’m traveling abroad in September 2019 for 2 weeks and I plan on buying the DJI Spark fly more combo in about a week or so. I will view all your videos from this quick introduction on to more advanced tutorials and I’ll also practice a lot like you said.
Amazon has great cables now. They have micro USB to lighting in various lengths. Perfect if you don't feel like having your iPhone or iPad cable hooked to the OTG cable. You can get short cables and it keeps things "clean", instead of long and messy
+Jeff S cool 😎
This helped soo much I was gona send it back to eBay the connections part is no where on you tube wow
Just got a Spark. I've been learning a lot from your videos. Thanks.
DJI should be paying you for your videos. Very informative. I haven’t received my Spark yet, but I feel quite a few steps ahead for having watched these videos. Thanks!!
This is the best vid for getting going. I come back here often.
GREAT video Jeven !!! i got me a spark combo and was searching and searching to get it up in the air i almost explode my nerves because it didn't work.....with your video it was up in the air in no time and fully functional !!! BIG BLESSINGS for you my friend !!!!
grts from belgium !!!
Awesome glad I could help
Would you recommend using the cable that connects your phone to the remote instead of using WiFi?
I read the instructions, watched a few videos but still was confused over how these things connect. The QR codes on the drone and the case wouldn't scan or at least wouldn't connect to anything,
my wifi wasn't seeing the drone, and frankly was getting kind of frustrated, but your vid filled in a lot of blanks and very helpful. Thank you Sir!
So I've watch about 20 videos and yours was the only one that actually got my drone off the ground!!! Thank you so much!!!
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Wow...thank you...complete lack of info with the unit, and you are making my day!
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I finally found what I was looking for! Couldn't find someone to explain the remote the way you did. You are amazing and extremely helpful. You make it very easy to understand how everything works!!! Thank you so much I'm subscribing to your channel for sure!!!
Awesome thank you!
This video and the complete introduction to the Spark tutorial are the best I have found. Great job showing ALL of the details for the both app and the remote options, features and use!
Thanks for uploading this video because I just got a Dji spark drone and I needed to know how to control it!
Really enjoy all of your tutorials and so happy to see the 3 Toed Sloth sitting behind you, shows class.
I just bought one of these and i have to tell you that your tutorials are excellent. Thank You very much for your videos. I am just amazed at the technology involved woth this and, thanks to you, im learning how to use all these cool and impressive features.
Thank you for the video. I just ordered the DJI Spark and just waiting for it to arrive. But this tutorial certainly will help me get started.....Also, a heads up to others DJI just released it's latest FIRMWARE UPDATE a few days ago to the SPARK. So, to everyone out there...get the newest FIRMWARE. In DJI Support site looks like there may still be some issues with the firmware update on ANDROID devices but seems to fix quite a few issues on iPhone IOS. Fortunately, I use the iPhone.....More detail on DJI Support site.
Cool. Always update your drone to the newest Firmware to avoide issues :)
You broke it down to the "T" thanks.. i will keep watching your tutorials.
Thanks a lot! I’m getting Spark with fly more kit in a couple of weeks and that helped me clarify some things such as connecting your phone to controller, customize controls, etc. Thanks so much!
Great videos, however I don't agree that its necessary to plug the OTG cable from the phone to the controller. There is only one port on the controller and it was designed for those of us who would like to do some FPV with the spark.
Well done, great for me, just bought my Spark. First drone....second hand, but I'm ready to fly, thanks to you.
I've watched many Spark videos but none comes close to yours in clarity and usefulness. You are a super teacher. I am having so much fun flying and now I have to get better at shooting at the same time! One question, can you use the quick shot functions while using the controller?
+Susannah Sofaer Kramer thank you so much! Yes you can use all the auto functions with the controller.
needed help with pairing RC with Spark…..easy after watching your video….thanks no more frustration.
Thanks for doing this! People don't talk about the "slow and fast" option for your controller.
Great tutorial. I also did not need special cable. Just linked with wifi.
This was a great video. Just bought my fly more combo yesterday. Thankfully my S8+ came with adapter for the USB connection, which save my butt.
Excellent video. My only comment would be to turn on the controller, first, then drone. More logical and safe. Control devices on RC are always turned on first. Also, that is the preferred method by DJI
+Gary Reinke sounds good 😀
i finally got a spark and im pretty pleased with it. its simple and easy to used
Just got a new Spark ... you saved my life! So easy to follow your instructions! Thank you!
Best info ever, i looked at many sites to give me info on spark , yours was by far the simplest, clearest and most detailed of them all!
thanks, great stuff, keep it up
All of the spark videos that I have seen have really helped. Thanks!
Thanks for the many videos. I watched most of the several times and you helped me to decide on the Spark. I had issues (user) setting up the remote, so I went back to Mr Reliable and issues resolved. THANKS !!!
Could you explain why you would want/need to connect your phone to the controller via a cable?
Why is the cable needed between the RC and your phone? I went flying yesterday for the first time without cable, and it worked perfectly. Thanks!
+Amaury De Cocqueau it helps keep a stable connection
Thank you.... I don't think I could have set up & been ready as fast without your video ... big thumbs up
At 5:55 you discuss customizable buttons. If you don't select "Clear flight route" as a custom button, how do you clear it on your own later?
Also on a side note, multiple people have advised to turn on controller first, then drone, not sure how the sequence matters though.
Your videos are great! Thank you for putting these up.
very cool, don't have any DJI products but love learning anyways.thanks for sharing
One of the simplest spark guide videos Thanks
Jeven this is a great video. I don't comment often but I felt compelled to give you a high five. Concise, relevant, concise, easy to follow, concise, to the point. Just good information without a bunch of superfluous points/opinions. Keep up the good work! Thank you for taking the time to put this together. I'm hoping you do a tutorial on how to auto fly a circle around an point. I'd love to learn that capability. Blue Skies, Jeff oh and thx for showing us how to properly deploying the antennae I WAS having loss of signal issues. No more.
I am not even done watching this video and he already made my life smoother.
Thanks for these videos, they really help (especially considering how poorly written the manufacturer's instructions are)
You should do a video entirely dedicated to the intelligent flight modes and perhaps a video dedicated to how to update firmware correctly.
I also have two questions... 1) Why do the antennas get positioned like that & 2) What is the benefit of the OTG cable?
Thanks Again!
OTG cable has less connection issues. My next tutorial will be on the intelligent flight modes
Jeven, thanks for a fantastically thorough tutorial!! I just received my Spark and am waiting for more stuff to come to complete what I think is the complete system for me! Your video is very professionally done and of course, technically thorough. I'll be watching this a lot more I'm sure before I take it out and crash it! Did I say that out loud? Thanks again man!!!!
thank you once again, Javen Dovey
Another great tutorial! I like how you mentioned that all those other controls on the left we could see in your beginner tutorial, which I just watched. Excellent job and boy oh boy, this controller looks like a "must have', if we want to fly further than about 100 yards, plus the usability of it and extra features. I love the switch to map thing you can do. Marc.
I am from Ecuador when we can see your videos ......and do really need the cable to conect the control with your phone, just bought a spark but looks like works without the cable, just ask because I don't wanna damage my drone........greetings from Ecuador.
Dude, understand this is not an attack on your vid.
Merely a suggestion.
At about 10 mins you refer to moving both sticks inward regarding motor start (and start)
To the newb not watching, they may miss the additional requirement to move said sticks downwards, to the stop, in additional to placing them full travel out or in. This is one of the most common utube vid oops.
I wish I could connect directly with publishers with my observations regarding their work, as posting this kind of thing baits flame throws.
This video and the previous video were VERY helpful with me after i unboxed my DJI spark combo kit and prior to my first flight!! BTW I use a Samsung S7 and I had NO major issues viewing or pairing with my RC or flying. Thanks again!!
Great video, I got my spark 3 days ago and not flew it yet, but after watching this video I now feel confident to give it a go
Derek Comer awesome. Coming out with a beginners guide to cinematic footage and editing next 😀
WanderWorx just watched your 1st video about celebrating the drone and return home night etc. I want to be as ready and confident as possible b4 my 1st flight. Of to the Caribbean in 4 weeks time so want to be confident to fly b4 I go
I'm more a photographer. Fuji xt1 Fuji x70, Gopro hero 5 black and a Canon G7X in my camera bag. And now a Spark lol
Great videos. Have subscribed so please keep them coming
Thank You! I'll be coming out with editing tutorials and flying videos for the spark next :)
This video was really helpful. I’ve been having issues getting the controller to work properly but I think that it was user error. Great video, thanks.
Really thankful to you, your hard work, to teach us.
Big respect,to u your channel,
From India
Very detail and up to date. Easier to understand than DJI tutorial videos. Thank you so much.
Thank You!
Just a comment...I like the palm take off but I learned after a lot of frustration that you can't access the video camera even with the controller if you use that take off method..I have never seen that noted :(
thank you very much for your instruction Javen , god bless you
Always turn on Transmitter first then Drone (reciever)....
Hi I have lag on my s9 which makes vision unpredictable. I'm using over WiFi I just got spark for Christmas so very new to this
Quick Question: I just received my remote control (purchased separately) and went through the pairing process etc. successfully. I believe you said there was no cable included with the remote control to connect the remote control to your phone (Android, in my case), and that makes sense since I don't see. BUT, my question is: Do you 100% need the cable to be connected to the phone and the remote during flight if you want to use the remote control? Because I was just able to cradle my phone in the remote control, without a cable, take off, and use the remote control to control the drone. Nothing seemed impacted by not connecting the phone to the remote control via cable, but is there some loss in functionality or something, that i just didn't notice? Or is the cable connection optional? And, which kind of cable is it? Micro USB-->Micro USB? Also, do you have any tutorials on the "Return to Home" feature? I want to understand it fully before attempting to use it. I've had inconsistent results with it, like once when I initiated it, the drone was "within 20 feet" from take off so it just landed right where it was (hovering over a fence), but luckily I was able to abort the landing before it hit it. Thanks. Great content!!!
Same here, I didn't need the cable to be connected to the remote 🧐
You dont need the cable, but it helps avoid signal issues. Personally i fly without it, i just set my phone into airplane mode and then connect to the spark rc wifi
Edit: auto lamd will work normaly when your more then 30m away i belive? If your to close itle just land like youve been seeing
Hi I’m just saying thank you for your very easy an understandable videos you have a very nice way being a commentary personality I enjoy your flow with the DJI devices you certainly deserve whatever is given to you for your time cause we all know this isn’t as easy as 123 it’s 123 over an over again until it becomes second nature so you’ll be hearing from me again I’m sure so thanks for making things easier to enjoy I sure hope your enjoying your life as it seems your doing whatcha like with whoyalike later .Tazwell
Outstanding. Thanks. Ecuador is incredible, we just went for two days. Beautiful.
+Barry Shapiro Ecuador is amazing! I can’t wait to go back!
Thanks for the vid, I just got the Spark and controller separately, are the steps below in the correct order? Please advise, thanks!
1) Fully charge Spark and controller
2) Connect Spark to Phone via wifi for activation and initial set up
3) Connect Controller to Phone via wifi
4) Connect Controller to Spark
5) Calibration and start flying
Question:
When using the controller to fly, does the phone still need to connect wifi to both controller and the spark? If no wifi connection needed for the Spark, how do i turn it off? Thanks again !
Great video. One follow up question, you discussed connecting to the controller wifi in the setup, but during the actual startup procedure you omitted it for the cable. I have an android phone with a cable, but if I'm connected via wifi, the cable for? I cannot connect directly to the controllers via the cable, only wifi. But without knowing what the cable does I dont know if o need to troubleshoot that. Do I need both?
Thanks very helpful. When I connect RC to mobile by cable I do not get battery details - remains blank. It all works on WiFi connection. Any ideas? Is it the cable type?
The OTG connector you showed works great I tried it, but for some reason the micro USB to micro USB cable that they sell on Ebay doesn't work at all.
Clear, concise and thorough. Thanks for doing this. Also liked how you edited this video. Great job.
Nice one I do exactly Lockyer you explain in the video . I suppose that the connection when you use OTG will be 2.4 Ghz because when I push the wifi bar show me 2.4 ghz . AnywAy i have no connection issue
I have my controller, android phone, and aircraft connected via WiFi and do not use an OTG cable and everything works great. Why do you use an OTG cable instead of WiFi????
Out of the box and you've purchased the fly more bundle...setting up the app on the phone and connecting to spark is the first thing you do before touching the controller? Just verifying. thanks
So you need to connect the controller to the phone by micro usb cable? It doesn't connect wirelessly?
Thanks a lot for the info in connecting my controller to the spark. I had to do it a couple of times.