Out of the box remote connectivity.

[CastleVostok]

I cannot seem to get my brand new Phantom 3 to connect to the remote properly. I've gotten a link, but can only manage to keep it for a couple minutes at a time, not nearly the time it takes for me to update the aircraft firmware. The app does say that there is a lot of interference in the area, but shouldn't it be able to connect from less than a couple meters away? I usually have no problem getting live video, but I can never get the thing to respond with the remote, and the app says it is disconnected. If anyone could tell me what's going on, that would be great. Thanks!

 

[msinger]

The app does say that there is a lot of interference in the area

Try moving it to an area that does not cause the app to report this message.

 

[CastleVostok]

Try moving it to an area that does not cause the app to report this message.

Is there any way to update it without having to wirelessly link the drone and the controller?

 

[msinger]

Which Phantom do you own?

 

[CastleVostok]

Which Phantom do you own?

3 Standard

 

[msinger]

The firmware can only be updated via Wi-Fi. It would be best to move away from whatever is causing the interference.

 

[CastleVostok]

Oh, ok, I'll see if I can update it elsewhere. Thank you.

 

[RodPad]

I think the thought is you have to much WiFi interference, maybe WiFi routers in your house. Did you get yet?
Even though the unit says you need a firmware update, you shouldn't have to. My Experience would be to
wait on firmware updates until your ready.