Understanding Pre-Activated DJI O4 / O4 Pro Air Units in Your Pre-Built Drone

Understanding Pre-Activated DJI O4 / O4 Pro Air Units in Your Pre-Built Drone

Have You Noticed Your DJI O4 Air Unit is Already Activated? Here’s Why.

If you've recently purchased a pre-built drone from us that's equipped with a DJI O4 or DJI O4 Pro Air Unit, you might notice upon setup that the Air Unit appears to be already activated. We understand this might cause some initial concern, perhaps making you wonder if the unit is pre-owned or used.

Please be reassured: this is often a standard part of the manufacturer's quality control and testing process for pre-built drones. It does not mean you have received a used Air Unit.

Why Pre-Activation is Part of the Manufacturer's Assembly Process

When manufacturers assemble and prepare pre-built drones, rigorous testing is a critical step to ensure you receive a product that performs flawlessly right out of the box. This typically includes:

  • Full System Checks: Manufacturers test all components of the drone to ensure they are working correctly together.
  • FPV System Testing: For drones equipped with the DJI O4 or O4 Pro FPV system, a crucial part of this testing involves the manufacturer verifying the functionality of the Air Unit, camera, and video transmission.
  • Activation for Testing: To thoroughly test the DJI FPV system, including features like video feed clarity and transmission stability, the Air Unit must be activated with a DJI account during the manufacturing and testing phase. This allows the manufacturer's technicians to confirm everything is operating as expected before the drone is shipped.

This activation is performed by the manufacturer's skilled technicians solely for testing purposes. The unit itself is new and has only been powered on and used within the controlled environment of their testing procedures.

What This Means For You:

  • You Are Receiving a New Unit: The Air Unit installed in your drone is new and has been tested by the manufacturer to meet their high-quality standards. It has not been previously flown or used by another customer.
  • No Impact on Your DJI Warranty or Support: The pre-activation by the manufacturer's team for testing purposes does not negatively affect your warranty or the support you are entitled to from DJI. Should you encounter any issues with your O4 Air Unit, DJI will still provide support and honor the warranty based on your purchase date. As your retailer, we are also here to assist you with any concerns and help guide you through any necessary support processes.
  • Ready for Your Enjoyment: Your pre-built drone, including the pre-activated O4 Air Unit, has passed the manufacturer's quality checks and is ready for you to bind to your own DJI account and enjoy.

In Summary: Don't Be Alarmed

Seeing a pre-activated DJI O4 or O4 Pro Air Unit in your new pre-built drone is generally a sign that it has undergone thorough testing by the manufacturer to ensure it meets their quality standards. It is a new component, and this process does not impact its performance, your warranty, or the support you receive.

We hope this explanation provides clarity and reassurance. Enjoy your flying!