How to Use a DJI Mic
Updated Nov 12, 2026 · By 
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To use a DJI Mic, switch the transmitter and the receiver on and let them link, then plug the receiver into the mic input of your camera or recorder. Clip the transmitter to your clothing, set the input gain, and record a short check before the real recording.
Charge the transmitter and receiver
Charge both units before you start, so a flat battery does not cut a recording short. Use the charging cable that came with the system and wait until the charging light shows the units are full. A charged transmitter and receiver keep a recording from stopping early.
Switch on the transmitter and receiver
Switch the transmitter on, then switch the receiver on, and wait until the link light stops flashing and stays steady. A steady light means the two units have linked and the microphone is live. If the lights keep flashing, switch both units off and on again and wait for the link to form.
Plug the receiver into your camera or recorder
Connect the receiver to the mic input of your camera, recorder or mixer. The receiver connects through a 3.5mm jack, and an adapter takes it to a 1/4-inch jack where the device needs it. Check that the plug sits in the mic jack and not in a headphone or aux jack, or the recorder will hear nothing.
Clip the transmitter on and set the level
Clip the transmitter to your clothing near the collar, with the microphone clear of fabric and facing your mouth. Start with the input gain low, speak at a normal level, and raise the gain until your voice comes through clearly. Keep the transmitter in the open and away from other wireless gear while you record.
Record a short check before the real recording
Record a short segment, then play it back and listen for gaps, hum or noise before you start the real recording. If the sound drops out, move closer to the receiver and keep a clear line of sight between the transmitter and the receiver. When the check sounds right, start the real recording and keep an eye on the battery lights.
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- Battery life: 6 hr
- UHF band
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- Wireless range: 200 ft
- Battery life: 3 hr
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A plug-on transmitter and receiver that turns a wired XLR microphone into a wireless system, with a 100 ft range and 4 channels.
- Wireless range: 100 ft
- Battery life: 8 hr
- 1-year warranty stated
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Frequently asked questions
How do I pair the transmitter with the receiver?
Switch the transmitter and the receiver on, then wait for the link light to stop flashing and stay steady. If the lights keep flashing, switch both units off and on again and wait for the link to form.
Why is there no sound when the receiver is connected?
Check that the receiver is plugged into the mic jack of your camera or recorder, not a headphone or aux jack. Check that both the transmitter and the receiver are switched on and linked, and that the input gain is turned up.
How far can I move from the receiver while recording?
Stay within sight of the receiver and keep the path between the transmitter and the receiver clear. Walls, metal and other wireless gear can break the link, so check the sound before you move further away.
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