3DR Solo User Manual - 1.3  Controller Overview

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1.3  Controller Overview

1.3.1 

Mobile-Device Holder

Mount an Android or iOS device to run the Solo App and effortlessly integrate the App into the controller’s 

operational flow. A user-supplied smartphone or tablet is required to initialize Solo and use Smart Shots.

1.3.2 

Joysticks

The controller’s left and right joysticks provide direct manual control of Solo and physical control mechanisms for 

use with Smart Shots. 

1.3.3 

Screen

The controller’s full-color screen provides live in-flight data and prompts for certain Solo functions.

1.3.4 

Power Button

Press the power button once to check the controller’s battery level. Hold the power button until you see the Solo 

logo followed by a single vibration to power on the controller.

1.3.5 

Fly Button

The Fly button lets you control Solo’s main flight functions: starting motors, takeoff, land, and activating GPS flight.

1.3.6 

Return Home

The Return Home button allows you to end your flight automatically at any point by returning Solo to its original 

launch point and landing.

1.3.7 

Pause Button

The Pause button is Solo’s emergency air brake. Press Pause to stop Solo and hover in place at any time.

1.3.8 

Option Buttons

The A and B buttons change functionality based on where you are in the operational flow. The screen will show the 

currently assigned functions of A and B at all times. You can program A and B to specific functions using the app. 

By default, the A button is assigned to Cable Cam and the B button is assigned to Orbit.

1.3.9 

Antennas

The controller’s long-range dipole antennas communicate with Solo during flight. See Section 3.12 for proper 

antenna configuration.

1.3.10  Gimbal Controls

The paddle, buttons, and dial on the top of the controller are used to control the Solo Gimbal. They can also be used  

to set camera position in some Smart Shots.