If you are still a DJI Spark user you must definitely have some experience with DJI Spark error codes. When I was searching about DJI Spark errors, I found that most of them are so common to almost every other DJI drone.
Also, when I was on DJI forums, I found that some DJI Spark users are struggling with some DJI Spark errors. So I decided to write a simple article covering the most common DJI Spark error codes. Hope this article would help you to fix your DJI Spark error.
Common DJI Spark Error Codes.
- Error 1: DJI Spark IMU calibration error (code 50).
- Error 2: DJI Spark ESC error.
- Error 3: DJI Spark gimbal gyroscope error.
- Error 4: DJI Spark air encoder error.
- Error 5: DJI Spark remote controller connection error.
- Error 6: DJI Spark sd card error.
- Error 7: DJI Spark navigation system error.
- Error 8: DJI Spark take-off error (code 200).
- Error 9: DJI Spark motor or propeller error.
- Error 10: DJI Spark error gimbal overload error (code 40003).
- Error 11: DJI Spark compass error.
- Error 12: DJI Spark battery error.
- Error 13: DJI Spark forward/ backward vision sensor error.
- Error 14: DJI Spark GPS error.
- Error 15: DJI Spark barometer error.
Error 1: DJI Spark IMU calibration error (code 50).
DJI Spark error code 50 stands for IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) calibration error.
How to Fix IMU Calibration Error.
- Calibrate DJI Spark IMU properly. Power on the Spark aircraft and controller and connect to the mobile device. Open the DJI GO 4 app and enter the camera view. Go to Main controller settings> Sensors > IMU and hit “Calibrate IMU”. Then place the aircraft as shown on the DJI GO app screen to calibrate the IMU in different positions. Once the whole IMU calibration process is done, you are ready to check whether the error is gone.
- Change the calibration location and try again IMU calibration.
- Update DJI Spark Firmware.
- Factory reset DJI Spark using DJI Assistant 2. Download and install the DJI Assistant 2 from DJI Downloads Center to the PC. Then connect the aircraft to the PC using the USB cable and power on the aircraft. Open the DJI Assistant 2 and log in to your DJI account and choose the DJI Spark. Then hit “Factory Restore Defaults”.
Error 2: DJI Spark ESC error.
In most cases, ESC status error is caused by firmware glitches and faulty electronic speed controller (ESC).
How to Fix DJI Spark ESC error.
- Update DJI Spark firmware.
- Replace ESC. You can order buy a DJI Spark ESC for about 13$ and replace the faulty ESC. If you can get help from DJI Support to replace or repair the ESC, definitely try that way. Watch the below video for DJI Spark ESC replacement.
Error 3: DJI Spark gimbal gyroscope error.
DJI Spark gimbal error could be caused by glitched firmware and miscalibrated gimbal.
How to Fix DJI Spark gimbal error.
- Update or refresh Spark firmware.
- Calibrate the Spark gimbal. Check out the below video to calibrate the gimbal.
Error 4: DJI Spark air encoder error.
In most cases, DJI Spark air encoder error is caused by main board issue or firmware issue.
How to fix DJI Spark air encoder.
- Update or refresh the firmware.
- Replace the DJI Spark main board.
Error 5: DJI Spark remote controller connection error.
Usually, DJI Spark controller connection error is caused by crowded or poor signals, high levels of electromagnetic interference, and low battery power.
How to Fix DJI Spark remote controller connection error.
- Charge the DJI Spark controller and aircraft to a sufficient level.
- Face sides of antennas toward the drone. Instead of pointing, the ends of the antenna face the sides of the antenna toward the drone and point sideways of the antennas towards the drone for better signal coverage.
- Update DJI Spark firmware.
- Change the frequency of radio signals. A higher frequency (5.8 GHz) could help with a stronger remote connection with the aircraft. So try changing the remote controller’s channel frequency. Check the below video to know how to up the channel frequency.
Error 6: DJI Spark SD card error.
In most cases, DJI Spark throws the SD card error because of inserting an unsupported SD card or damaged SD card.
How to Fix DJI Spark SD card error.
- Check whether the SD card is compatible with the DJI Spark. Visit the DJI Spark Product Info page and check whether your SD card is listed as a supported SD card. Else try using a supported SD card.
- Repair the SD card using the Windows command prompt. Connect the SD card to the PC and open the command prompt. Then type “chkdsk” and leave a space and specify the SD card driver letter (Ex: chkdsk D). and hit enter. Once the process is done the sd card is repaired.
- Format the SD card.
- Update DJI Spark firmware.
Error 7: DJI Spark navigation system error.
Sometimes, DJI Spark navigation error causes by a temporary faulty Spark setting. So it’s better to first try restarting the aircraft.
How to Fix DJI Spark navigation system error.
- First, try restarting the aircraft.
- Update or refresh the firmware.
- Factory reset the DJI Spark.
- Calibrate DJI Spark IMU and compass.
Error 8: DJI Spark take-off error (code 200).
As On DJI Forums, this error is caused by firmware issues and faulty settings.
How to Fix DJI Spark take-off error (Error code 200).
- Restart the aircraft.
- Update the Spark firmware using DJI Assistant 2.
- Factory Reset the DJI Spark. Connect the Spark to the PC using the USB cable. Then power it on. Open the DJI Assistant 2 and choose the drone and hit “Factory Restore Defaults”.
Error 9: DJI Spark motor or propeller error.
This error is usually thrown because of uneven motor spinning. most of the time it’s caused by faulty propellers’ effects.
How to Fix DJI Spark motor error.
- Check whether propellers are installed in the proper pattern.
- Restart the aircraft.
- Replace the propellers with a new set. Slightly bent propellers could cause unstable flight and some motors need to spin faster to keep the drone stable. Therefore try replacing the current propeller set.
Error 10: DJI Spark error gimbal overload error (code 40003).
Most of the time, DJI Spark throws the “Gimbal Overload Error” because of restricted gimbal movement, faulty gimbal, faulty ribbon cable, or firmware issues.
How to Fix Gimbal Overload Error.
- Check Something is blocking gimbal movement.
- Update DJI Spark Firmware.
- Calibrate the gimbal
- Factory Reset the Spark. Connect the Spark to the PC using the USB cable and power it on. Open the DJI Assistant 2 and choose the Spark and hit “Factory Restore Defaults”.
- Replace the faulty gimbal cable.
Error 11: DJI Spark compass error.
Usually, Compass Error is caused by placing and flying the aircraft near magnetic fields which causes discrepancy with the natural magnetic field.
How to Fix DJI Spark Compass Error.
- Restart the DJI Spark.
- Avoid Electromagnetic interference. Avoid flying the Spark near powerlines, communication towers, huge buildings, etc.
- Calibrate the compass in an open wide area. Move away from the place where you currently receive Compass Error to an open area. Then perform a proper compass calibration. Read how to calibrate the compass.
- Contact DJI Support. If you still get the error, the compass might be faulty.
Error 12: DJI Spark battery error.
Usually, Spark battery error is caused by a faulty power management board and battery firmware glitches.
Fix DJI Spark Battery Error.
- Refresh or update battery firmware. Update DJI Spark firmware while keeping the glitched battery inside.
- Drain the battery to zero and recharge it fully.
- Change power management board. If the error still exists, the power management board might be glitched or damaged. So you would have to change the power management board. Advisable to contact DJI Support.
- Replace the battery.
Error 13: DJI Spark forward/ backward vision sensor error.
In most cases, DJI Spark forward and backward vision sensor error is caused by the miscalibrated sensor system.
How to fix DJI Spark downward/ forward vision sensor error.
- Restart the aircraft.
- Refresh or update the firmware.
- Recalibrate the forward and backward vision system using DJI Assistant 2. Check out the below video on calibrating vision sensors.
Error 14: DJI Spark GPS error.
In most cases, DJI Spark GPS error is caused by poor internet connection, firmware glitches, DJI GO app glitches, mobile device issues, and environmental interferences.
How to Fix DJI Spark GPS Error.
- Connect to a strong internet connection.
- Uninstall the current DJI GO app and Install the latest DJI GO app.
- Update the DJI Spark firmware.
- Try with another device.
Read the Detailed Article: Why Drone not connecting to GPS and how to fix it.
Error 15: DJI Spark barometer error.
Most of the time, restarting the DJI Spark could fix the barometer error. Besides that try the below steps to fix the barometer error.
How to Fix DJI Spark barometer error.
- Restart the aircraft and check whether the barometer error is gone.
- Update or refresh the firmware.
- Factory reset the DJI Spark.
