I've had my phantom 4 for about 6 months. I haven't had any issues with it except when it went a little haywire because I kept bypassing the latest firmware update. So I did the update and now all of a sudden I'm unable to fly higher than 395 ft. I want to know why this is happening or if there is any way to lift this restriction from my aircraft
Can't go higher than 120 meters
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I never set it myself. But it's set at 120m and it won't let me change it. I've flown it up to around 800 feet before, but now all of a sudden...
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I'm aware that the legal limit is posted as 120 meters. However, like I mentioned, i have flown it well over that quite a few times but now this restriction is actually limiting my drone and I'm not happy. I don't usually need to over 400 ft but I want to know why it's happening
I will post a screenshot, but I won't be able to til tomorrow... thanks for your time and interest
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DJI I believe is cooperating with the government and the FAA in enforcing the NFZ and the higher limit that you can fly. If you upgrade to the latest firmware, you are forced to complying with their rules. DJI is doing this to show to the politicians and the government that their products are safe and compliance with their policy.
You have to be connected to the AC to change it. I'm not aware of a rule (law) that says you are limited to 120 meters.
Someone I know has a mavic, and does all the firmware updates, and his has not been restricted
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Your Phantom must be connected to DJI GO when changing that setting (since the setting is stored on your Phantom).
Just connect to your Phantom and go through the settings. Many of the settings can only be changed when you are actually have your AC fully ready to take off.
From the 6/23/17 firmware release notes:
2017.6.23
Overview 1. All-in-One firmware Version: v1.9.20 2. DJI GO app iOS Version: v3.1.11 3. DJI GO app Android Version: v3.1.5
What’s New 1. Updated No-Fly Zone Management. 2. For increased safety, the flight is restricted to a height of 30 m and distance of 50 m when not connected or logged into the app during flight, including DJI GO and all apps compatible with DJI aircraft.
Notes Please note that firmware update may reset various Main Controller Settings, such as the RTH Altitude and Maximum Flight Distance, to factory defaults. Before the update, take note of your preferred DJI GO settings, and readjust them after the update to suit your preference. DO NOT turn off the remote controller or exit the DJI GO app during the update process.
2017.6.23
Overview 1. All-in-One firmware Version: v1.9.20 2. DJI GO app iOS Version: v3.1.11 3. DJI GO app Android Version: v3.1.5
What’s New 1. Updated No-Fly Zone Management. 2. For increased safety, the flight is restricted to a height of 30 m and distance of 50 m when not connected or logged into the app during flight, including DJI GO and all apps compatible with DJI aircraft.
Notes Please note that firmware update may reset various Main Controller Settings, such as the RTH Altitude and Maximum Flight Distance, to factory defaults. Before the update, take note of your preferred DJI GO settings, and readjust them after the update to suit your preference. DO NOT turn off the remote controller or exit the DJI GO app during the update process.
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