Mavic Pro Controller Fail - Don't Make This Mistake!
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This video could potentially save you $300. The Mavic Pro controller micro usb port is not the best, and my consistent mistake made it even worse. I've done some dumb things with my Mavic Pro, but this one cost me quite a bit.
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8 tracks my first car had a 8 track player yup im old as dirt
51 Drones thanks for the tip I wish I could have seen this video first...I destroyed my USB port on my Mavic Air...so I need to buy a new controller...so to confirm the micro usb goes taper side up?
51 Drones is the remote cable same for Mavic 2 and Mavic air...ie ... the port and connector on the remote...thanks in advance
Its not just that people have been put it in upside down. The charger port is loose too when you are trying to charge it, it doesn’t connect 100% it glitching a lot.
I’ve placed a spot of white paint on the mini usb connector now, so I can immediately see which way is up and avoid an expensive mistake. Thanks again Russ.
Thanks for the video. I take a silver Sharpie marker and put a silver dot on the "up" side of the plug end of the cable. I'm using to charge it with. Works for me.
Same idea here. But I used tipex.
Hugh Dinwiddie I put a piece of blue tape on my up side.
Same here I use a white marker to add distinctive marks
Gee, I thought that was my idea.
Yep. Thats what I do. A dot on the plug and the controller so to plug in match the dots.
Thanks, good to know, I just bought the MP Platinum.
Thank you for sharing the FAA aspect of controller repair. This is a common problem with micro-usb ports in general. I use those magnetic chargers that they sell on Amazon to minimize this. They don't last, but the only time I would be unplugging from the port is to replace the plug.
Great tip! I too am always squinting to see if I’m putting it in correctly. Bad design. Good video. Please keep them coming.
Put a dot of white paint or nail polish on the "top" side of the cable for a visual indication of which way it needs to be plugged in. Definitely agree, USB-micro needs to go away!
isn't there a little usb symbol on the top of the plug?
Sometimes, but not always. The white dot is much easier to see. :)
Thank you Russ. Got my Mavic Pro yesterday and was initially concerned that I wasn’t in possession of the correct DJI remote charge lead. Your video is a great heads up.
Wow, thanks for pointing this out. Didn’t even realize this was an issue!
I’m really glad I found your channel.
Thank you for your tip. After you correctly insert the micro-usb cable into your controller (9:09), put a white dot on the black connector body on the side facing up, with white correction fluid. That way you will always know what is the correct orientation. Also flag the cable, that is put a tab of white gaffer tape on it and mark it as you DJI charging cable and keep it with the charger and other accessories you carry.
Final note: this video is much longer than it has to be. Less is more. Keep in mind for future videos.
Cheers,
Frederic in Montréal.
Lucky man... I can’t even talk with my wife for longer than 15 seconds (she has extremely low tolerance/patience). You just expanded this one tip to over 12 minutes. Amazing.
Thanks for the tip. I have noticed the problem with the micro usb port myself. I think I'll start being more careful!
I really like your videos about all the mistakes you have made since you started flying drones. You are a good humble teacher of what not to do...
on most USB cords the taper end has the USB symbol on it so just make sure that the symbol is facing the top of the controller.
u are so right but as someone said in a later comment, it is a micro usb "a" that is rectangle....dji ships the drone with the incorrect plug....I was charging mine with the supplied cable until it just did not feel right....if u look at the supplied android to controller plug, it is micro usb on one end and a rectangle micro usb a on the other....this is a gross oversight of the company and I'm sure it has caused a LOT of broken controllers....now I have to wait for the cable to arrive before I can fly my new drone :-(
Hey Russ. Thanks for the video. Just got my Mavic Pro in the mail yesterday and don't want to break it so early. Very helpful...
i like the calm way you explain things ... thanks man
ur right. The side microUSB-Port is not really the best - the conncection stopps and so things.. So i am ever using the USB-Port on the bottom.
I ALWAYS put a simple permanent marker mark on the connector and cable. I even do this for my rechargeable vacuum cleaner! Use a black or silver marker depending on the surface so you can see it.
When I had my Spark, do to OTG syndrome I square pegged in to a round hole resulting into not taking a charge. I was totally bummed.Thanks for the video.
Thank you for this video, Russ. I have notice, the two or three times I have charged the controller that it is difficult to make a mini fit. Assuming from the start it was a regular mini, now I need to go find the one that came with it. I am always careful with the minis on any of my gear, double checking the "fit. On another note, belated thanks for all the beginner videos you have done. No telling how much grief I have been spared, having the information up front is so many areas. Hope you get some warmer weather soon, I have a son in Nort Dakooda and keep an eye on your Winters. Too much for my old bones....
Use a white marker to label the top of the USB, so you know easily know which way to plug it in without having to check closer
Hi. Why, oh why, do manufacturers use this sort of connector to provide power? It's really not up to the job. Even when you get them in the right way round, and it does help if the case moulding reflects that, then they are still flimsy and fail. I've found its often the plug rather than the socket that fails. A very gentle 'crimp' with a pair of narrow nose pliers can sometimes restore connectivity. Try at your own risk! BobUK.
Thank you for sharing this design problem, saved a lot.
Good tip, thank you
USB C cable would solve this issue as it can be plugged on either side. Does this make the Mavic USB cable proprietary? It doesn't seem like it's standard connector. =(
The USB logo indicates which side is up or down as well. Is there not a logo on there? Most devices have the logo- still waiting for my device to arrive and I won't know until Tues. =(
The Mavic controller has a USBMicro-A (rectangular) port, while the industry standard is the USBMicro-B connector. I can't figure out why. But, you have to be gentle with it, THAT I know.
Thanks for the insight... i just got my Mavic Pro yesterday and immediately noticed the charging port difference. I am glad i saw this video, now i know to pay attention every time i charge my controller... Thanks!!
Your videos are great. You always do your homework and I can definitely tell you want to help others. I for one really appreciate all your video’s, I learn so much from them.
Broken micro USB port is standard problem for smartphones. So smartphone repair shop can do this job easy.
12 min video to educate how to solve a simple problem by using exaggerated label to attract people to click in.
If you look at the port, the small plastic border around the actual port, it has the shape of the micro USB connector. It has two tapered corners. Take a close look and you'll see. Also let everyone know as this will stop people breaking it!
Thanks for sharing, very useful, I make a marking on the cable that facing up
Thank you for you advises and tutorials. I learned a lot with your vids!
The Mavic USB port is a Micro USB-A port. Your cable is a Micro USB-B connector. Sure, you can force fit it, but as you found out, it will eventually break the port. Monoprice sells the correct cable for 92 cents. I ordered a dozen of them.
I was told by DJI that their RC Port was "USB micro AB" type so that it would accept both micro A and micro B plugs. The thing is they don't tell you that there is a fixed side you should insert it if you are using micro B plugs.
I couldn’t find any micro usb a cables on that site, do you have a link to cable?
No, the charging socket in the M2 controller is not micro A. It is micro AB. You won't find any Micro B to Micro AB adaptor in the market - not that I can find anyway. But as the cable from the charger uses micro B plug, you can buy a micro B to micro B female to female adapter. Insert the micro B charger cable into one end of the adapter. Then take the RC cable which comes with Mavic and insert the micro B plug into the other end of the adapter. Use the other end of the RC cable, which is micro AB format, to plug into the micro AB socket of the controller. Problem solved.
Great idea! I cannot seem to find a Micro B female to Micro B female adapter on either Amz or Ali-X, wondering where you found yours?
I just picked one up in a computer shop. May be you can try search the following keywords in Google "Micro USB Female Extension cord 29CM USB Micro Female to Female Data charging Line Both side Micro USB Female connect Male Wire" In the search result, look for pictures display, and click the first picture. They are in AliExpress site. Good luck.
I do appreciate your videos and the details that you get into!!!! Thanks
OK Thanks ... Smaller side up! I put an adhesive dot on that side of the plug to remind me. This issue may also be why so many people have disconnect problems .... the pins are getting out of position when using the charging cable .... where most blame DJI on cheap controller cables.
Definitely good info I just grabbed a micro usb and plug it in so I have to check and be more careful with that thanks for your great videos 👍👍👍
9:05. You are welcome.
All of my devices with micro USB plug it in and then I take red fingernail polish and put a dot on the cord an on the product that way I never have to look at it again
This is worth GOLD! Thank you for sharing
thankx you for the information
people generally say "Thanks for watching" in the end..
you first said this and completed responsibility..
😁👍👍
Ordering a magnetic cable with micro USB so I can just leave it in. Will let you know if it works.
Great idea!
Any feedback you're willing to offer on it since you've been using it for some time now?
Yup, all my electronics with Micro USB have magnetic adapters! Leave it in and forget
What's the verdict?
Herbheffner I have tried various magnetic connectors and have not had much luck with them. They don’t keep a solid connection. Especially for data transfer and since that is the same port used for phone/tablet to controller, you definitely don’t want to lose connection while flying.
Thanks for confirming my experience. Just yesterday, I bought a used Mavic Pro. The only thing missing was a cable for charging the controller. At first, I was stumped because I couldn't find any micro USB cables that were rectangular.This morning, I took the controller to Best Buy and asked them if they had the appropriate cable, and when they saw the rectangular USB port on the controller, they said, "No, man. That must be a proprietary connector. You'll have to buy the cable from DJI." I went home and did more research online and learned that a standard USB micro connector would work if you put it in the right way, as you describe in your video. So I did a quick experiment with an old phone-charger cable and quickly learned it does fit, I only wished that I had seen your video earlier and saved a trip to Best Buy. And I fully support your appeal to DJI to update the port technology.
Had the EXACT same experience! Except the bestbuy part. Very nice job by the host.
Wow, i never knew this and always poke it before getting it right. Thank you so much for the heads up.
It depends on the person itself to put the USB in the wrong way. You aren't really a careful person. I never had this issue because I used to check this also with my phones.. but since I have USB C phones I am extra careful. Wonder why DJI didn't go for USB c ones
The whole point of micro USB tapering was to prevent mis-insertion, but DJI was retarded to make the port square against industry convention. That's their terrible design. No one else's.
Ken Herron because of that age and treachery advantage. Plus he always has Dana with him.
Bless your heart for sharing this! I just bought a used, but only used once Mavic Pro, and I noticed the female input on the controller was that square micro, looking one. I didn't know you could plug in the one with the beveled top edge. When I look at the little pins and stuff in either the male or female, they don't look quite like they'd match, but again, I'm old and my vision is worse. I did try doing it like you said and it seems to work. I know this from using my cell phone, it's soooooo easy to plug it in upside down, when your not looking or in a hurry. After your experience, I'm absolutely gonna pay attention to all of this. That's about par for the course that it would be so interconnected it would cost a bundle to get it replaced. You know, I'll bet, if they engineered it where they had a little harness that the female input that's on the controller was attached to inside the controller, we or they could just buy the little harness with a plug on each end and put it in ourselves. That would make more sense to me, because these little plugs take an enormous amount of use and abuse. I know my cell phone input, eventually gets very lose and thank God I have the maintenance type extended warranty on it or I'd be buying a new cell phone for about 700 bucks, all because of this cheesy little wimpy plug they have on here. Thanks again. Marc.
I absolutely love each of your videos. Very informative. Thank you for what you do....
mine only goes in one way
I thought everyone knew that those are directional 90% of the time. Pro tip for you guys! The only ones that are not directional are type C and the Apple lightning jack lol
Russ, Great video, thanks for the info.
Great video,I always wondered why they had usb micro when I knew they could make them like the new type c it was super easy to do.
Hint: There's usually a USB icon on both ends of the cable. That icon "most always" goes up, or toward you when the USB port is vertical on a device.
I cannot rely on using the USB icon as I have cables where the USB icon is on the micro-USB's "tappered" side and other cables where the USB icon in on the micro-USB's "non-tappered" side. My "cheat" is to look for the two "slide rails" on the bottom of the micro-USB connector as my guide to which side is down. Having seen this video, I now have a paint mark on the connector to indicate up.
I have 2 phones, both micro usb's plug in opposite!
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It's funny how smartphone manufacturers can't all agree what way the connection goes. I have both a Nexus 5 and a Samsung Note, guess what!! even though both are micro-usb they go into the port different way gggrrrrrrrrr so USB icon is useless in this case.
Ken would.
He would talk his way out of it. 😜
Bill
Very well done! Thank you for sharing the info.. 👍 ✌
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I was not aware of this issue!
Can't believe people can't remember which way round to insert the Mavic power lead, but I agree it's a poor socket even by micro usb standards
When you have a phone - 2 tablets - small personnel player - torches - camera and Mavic - all usb, try to remember which way they all plug in.
"even by micro usb standards" hehe true
I do @@flyingpete
NO! Do NOT tell them to use a proprietary connector! USB-C would be lovely, but in the meantime, the little USB symbol on the cable end faces up. If you can't see the symbol you've got the cable backwards.
That's a great tip ,I just got my first mavic pro and I remembered you vid,so back I went for reference. In fact all your vids are very helpful for us newbies.great job keep em comin.
Thanx, good information! I am a new user of the Mavic Pro.
I'm glad I'm using the original cable only xD
same lolololololol mine only goes in one way lololol
Can you please explain what that means? What is an xD cable? I believe I am using the original cable too.
Karen Lueck I never said something about an xD cable.
xD is an Emoji, before Emoji exist.
DROHNEN.DANIEL idk where mine is lol
A.J. Williams lol 😂
comment.....lol
Thanks for the tip!
Hi from Australia, my name is Chris, I have just been given a Mavic pro platinum fly more combo drone as a present.
Never flown a drone before in my life or new anything about one, started looking on CZcams came across you! I Just want to thank you for your channel it has been super informative for me and I have the confidence to be able to set it up and fly it. Keep up the good work, Many thanksChris
Thank you so much for this video
Hilarious, with superb advice...’dude’ lol.
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Ya, I was told by one of the dealers those are out there, but that they don't always work. (Of course, he could have been trying to sell me some services.) I just decided to get the real thing and not worry about whether it was going to work or not. Here is the link for it: amzn.to/2JLMUm0. But I would use at your own risk.
Don't even need to replace the whole circuit board. One could replace just the usb port. If all that is broken, is the little tab, then you should be able to solder on a new one.
I'd like to clarify, that you may or may not be able to do a replacement of the usb port, since they do seem to have a somewhat custom one. If you could, it could cost a few cents for the part. Otherwise, a board replacement for that area can be had for 16ish dollars (if you're paying 48, you're getting ripped off).
The problem you have with yours, is not a 200 dollar problem. It's barely a 48 dollar problem. The only reason it should cost as much as 48, is if you're paying someone to do the fix for you.
jwhit2549 ≥
Personally I would buy the replacement board, and just swap the port. If you can do basic SMD soldering, this would be a breeze.
Thank you for heads up! I just wrote "UP" on top of my DJI charging cord connector.
Thanks for the tip 👍🏼 valuable knowledge.
2:58 "I could not remember witch way it went IN". Nice excuse, but still won't work with her.
Interesting video, but no offense and please dont take this the wrong way. You should really pay attention to how you plug in USB ports. You're not the only one, which is why USB-C is invented. Anyway, the control board that houses the USB port on the Mavic Pro controller can be replaced, it's just a matter of finding the replacement board on ebay. If you watch some of the video on CZcams about disassembling the controller, it's actually easier than you would imagine. I know, I've done it before and I was afraid because it's an expensive controller. But after getting over the fear, I was able to disassemble and reassemble the controller on my own.
Romeo Mesina I agree Dji logo is one top indicating micro usb correct way to plug in. But it’s not an easy one for consumers to be honest micro USB ports the worst with little thoughts into it this is why usb C design port is multi directional . Apple is ahead of the rat race here .
This isn't a case of USB being plugged in the wrong way, this is DJI using a non approved socket. DJI aren't allowed to display the official USB logo if you can slot it in the wrong way. USB standards before USB-C were created for a reason too :)
Good point about the USB-C I just bought (last week) a new Surface Pro Laptop/Tablet and Microsoft are still using Micro-USB. Love the Surface Pro but this one thing sucks !!!
Thanks for sharing and I have subscribed
Micro USB SUCKS
This is a non issue. Who puts the micro USB in the wrong way?
So many people that they actually changed the design with USB C. ;)
Just thinking this yesterday when I flew my Mavic. I looked at the USB receptacle and thought that looks like it could go on either way.. Anyway thanks for the video don't know that I would have given it much thought and likely I would have wound up like you at some point.
Thanks for the tip... my new pro platinum controller is the same, so I see exactly what you mean... I’m having trouble getting the phone to actually recognize the pro platinum from the DGI go 4 app......
I just put fingernail polish on the correct side of the cord input side to the controller after watching this video a couple of months ago. This works very well and I appreciate seeing these videos. regards,Ron
Thank you ! Very helpful 😊
Very useful, thanks for the video.
Hey thank you for the informative video I am a new drone pilot only a year I do have the GoPro Karma with the black 5 camera work fine for 6-8 months no problems no crash is nothing and then after I get a software update I know this sounds strange but then the stabilizer was no longer found IE the camera GoPro has been awesome they've replaced every single part thinking it's some something else that's going on I'm due to get my GoPro 5 black camera back as a replacement and I will update you if it actually fixes the issue I'm convinced it's a software / firmware update on the controller itself cuz that's the only piece of Hardware there's not been replaced.
Thanks again
Matt
This video really helped me out, I have USB C phone and didn't know what the port was for as it was rectangular
Great tip. Thanks Russ. The reenactment was pretty FUNNY too! Busted out laughing! Have a great weekend brother!
Very useful tip! Thank you.
Hi Ross,
Thank you for sharing your experience with the remote controller and the micro usb port which is not that great. Do you know if the Canadian company is reparing drones from Europe?
Greetings from the island of Crete in Greece!
Good job. Great information and would this situation apply to the Mavic Air as well?
Woodrow Bryan Absolutely!
Yes, when I first heard about this issue I took my plug and a sharpie marker and marked the up side. That way I’m always looking at the marked side as I’m plugging it in. And a big YES to your statement to DJI... they can do better!!
Thanks for the tip, I appreciate your experience and guidance.
Great tip, you may have saved me from developing the same problem in the near future. I will pay very close attention to how I’m plugging my cord in for now on. Again Thanks for sharing. Love your channel, keep it real : live n’ learn .
Thanks for the detail..
Great and useful info! Thank you so much! I will mark my contact with an "UP"-mark.
Thanks for the tip!
Marvellous tip. Many thanks.
I understand the frustration. I have a mavic air. I always take note of the cable that goes to the phone. It can only go one way so I look at that to make sure I have the charge cable in the right orientation.
Thanks for the video. I've had similar problems with other micro USB devices (and also regular USB devices). I think using the provided cables is the way to go. They work well. At least you'd have a good case with DJI if you have a failure using them. And I totally agree that a new input configuration is needed.
Great video, valuable info, thanks
Thanks for the info...the first few times I ran into the same issue with quickly trying to plug in the cord.
I did the same thing just ordered a new controller I will take the old one apart to see about putting a new usb port in. It is a shame you can't charge it at the bottom with the standard usb port.
Great tip that would easily be overlooked. I've had my Mavic Pro in the box unopened for a year, and it's time to get flying. QUESTION: Before I invest in a holder for my old large iPad, does the pad work very well compared to the iPhone X? I need reading glasses for the phone.
Nice info thanks