How to activate the DJI Mavic 2

In this post, we will look at how to activate the DJI Mavic Pro 2 and the Mavic 2 Zoom. Follow the step by step instructions below for an easy to read tutorial. Charge the drone and controller batteries fully before activation. 2. Connect y ... Read More

In this post, we will look at how to activate the DJI Mavic Pro 2 and the Mavic 2 Zoom. Follow the step by step instructions below for an easy to read tutorial.

Charge the drone and controller batteries fully before activation.
Connect your device to the Mavic 2 controller.
Power on the Mavic 2.
Open the DJI Go 4 app.
Select "Activate Aircraft" then click next.
Name your drone.
Choose the stick mode you would like to use, you can change this later.
Customise the rear function buttons, you can also change these later in the app.
Select if you will use beginner mode. Heliguy recommends this mode for new pilots.
Confirm your DJI account to activate your drone.
Your Mavic is now activated successfully.

If you have any problems during this process restart the drone and the app and retry.

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James joined heliguy™ in 2018 following a 13-year stint in print and online journalism, having worked on regional and weekly newspaper titles. He is responsible for spearheading heliguy™'s content strategy and social media delivery. James collaborates with DJI Enterprise's European marketing team to coordinate and produce case studies and helps organise events and webinars.