DJI CrystalSky Monitor Owner Discussion by Advexure

Advexure · Apr 23, 2017

From NAB here in Las Vegas, we are excited to announce that the DJI CrystalSky Monitors will begin shipping soon from Advexure and are now available for pre-order.

In case you've forgot what the CrystalSky is after all these times that DJI has teased us with its release over the past few months, here is a quick rundown of its prominent features.

Uses optimized video decoding to decode video in real-time, provides smooth, real-time video with minimal latency
Runs optimized versions of DJI GO, DJI GO 4 and DJI Pilot apps
Includes two microSD card slots for rapid storage and playback of encoded 4K video
External battery provides run times of up to 6 hours
HDMI port allows up to 4K video to be output to FPV goggles and other display devices.

Available in three configurations:

DJI CrystalSky 5.5-inch, High Brightness - $469

DJI CrystalSky 7.85-inch, High Brightness - $599

DJI CrystalSky 7.85-inch, Ultra Brightness - $849

DJI CrystalSky Compatibility - The CrystalSky monitor can quickly connect to the Inspire series, Phantom 4 series, Phantom 3 series (Phantom 3 Professional, Phantom 3 Advanced), Matrice series, and Osmo series (except the Osmo Mobile) over Wi-Fi or via a remote controller USB port, depending on your specific product.

DJI CrystalSky Availability:
CrystalSky 5.5" (High Brightness) – Now Shipping!
CrystalSky 7.85" (High Brightness) – July 2017
CrystalSky 7.85" (Ultra Brightness) – July 2017

Learn more about the DJI CrystalSky Monitor here: DJI CrystalSky – Ultra-Bright Drone Video Monitor | Advexure

Safe and happy flying!

-The Advexure Team

cryhavoc38 · Apr 24, 2017

ugh, 1 to 2 months..ah well.
really hoping these are available by late May, so I can take one on a trip.

Do these come with that TX mount bracket as seen in the pics?

Advexure · Apr 24, 2017

cryhavoc38 said:
ugh, 1 to 2 months..ah well.
really hoping these are available by late May, so I can take one on a trip.

Do these come with that TX mount bracket as seen in the pics?

More details will continue to emerge but as of now it sounds like DJI will begin shipping to tier one dealers around the middle of May. Your timing may just work!

cryhavoc38 · Apr 24, 2017

Advexure said:
More details will continue to emerge but as of now it sounds like DJI will begin shipping to tier one dealers around the middle of May. Your timing may just work!

thank you for that info.
regarding the bracket. I take it the monitor's come with that metal looking mount?

Advexure · Apr 24, 2017

cryhavoc38 said:
thank you for that info.
regarding the bracket. I take it the monitor's come with that metal looking mount?

To mount the CrystalSky to DJI series RC's you will need the following mounting bracket. The mount works on Inspire (1 & 2), Phantom 4, Phantom 3 Professional, Phantom 3 Advanced and Matrice remote controllers. CrystalSky connects to the rear of the RC by USB.

DJI CrystalSky Remote Controller Mounting Bracket - Part 3 | Advexure

cryhavoc38 · Apr 24, 2017

thank you. I see its a separate line item.
I think I'm going to go the goggles route.
Perusing your web site now

Advexure · Apr 24, 2017

cryhavoc38 said:
thank you. I see its a separate line item.
I think I'm going to go the goggles route.
Perusing your web site now

Goggles are definitely going to be more of a fun accessory to have, not sure if we'll be seeing them used in the commercial space at all. Any questions give us a shout here on IP or on the live chat on our website.

cryhavoc38 · Apr 24, 2017

I mentioned on rcg, that I'd like to throw some love to a tier 1 dealer versus buying DJI direct, so my question to you, would you have them on release day, or sometime shortly after they hit DJI's warehouse?

thanks again for your time and information.

Regarding the commercial space, I can imagine pro's would love to be able to use the goggles for gimbal/camera tracking versus the camera operator using joysticks.

Advexure · Apr 24, 2017

cryhavoc38 said:
I mentioned on rcg, that I'd like to throw some love to a tier 1 dealer versus buying DJI direct, so my question to you, would you have them on release day, or sometime shortly after they hit DJI's warehouse?

thanks again for your time and information.

Regarding the commercial space, I can imagine pro's would love to be able to use the goggles for gimbal/camera tracking versus the camera operator using joysticks.

That's a great question and a question we received DJI release after DJI release, year after year. As one of DJI's largest US accounts for end user sales and dealer account account distribution, Advexure typically receives very large quantities of early allocation for new product releases to supply all of our channels. Over the years, our pre-orders are typically receiving their orders at the same time that very early DJI direct orders are being received by end users, this is not always the case as we've been earlier and have also been later. Given our LA warehouse's proximity to DJI's factory and warehouse in China we very quick to receive and process new release pre-orders for online and local pickup/fulfillment at our LA location.

cryhavoc38 · Apr 24, 2017

Advexure said:
That's a great question and a question we received DJI release after DJI release, year after year. As one of DJI's largest US accounts for end user sales and dealer account account distribution, Advexure typically receives very large quantities of early allocation for new product releases to supply all of our channels. Over the years, our pre-orders are typically receiving their orders at the same time that very early DJI direct orders are being received by end users, this is not always the case as we've been earlier and have also been later. Given our LA warehouse's proximity to DJI's factory and warehouse in China we very quick to receive and process new release pre-orders for online and local pickup/fulfillment at our LA location.

excellent answer.
Consider my pre order on the way

Oyibo VFX · May 5, 2017

I think the screens are very nice to have. But it can't run Autopilot or Hangar 360. So, I'll pass

Advexure · May 5, 2017

Oyibo VFX said:
I think the screens are very nice to have. But it can't run Autopilot or Hangar 360. So, I'll pass

I hear ya on that one

Oyibo VFX · May 5, 2017

Advexure said:
I hear ya on that one

Use Autopilot on my site for my project. Including Zip line, Orbit and Target. And when home.... Airspace. In a sucker for that App

Advexure · May 19, 2017

Well folks, it sounds like all CrystalSky all models may be held up until June...the Goggles stole the show and stole the production line

We will be back here with another update as we have more information available. Any specific questions please don't hesitate to give us a call or shoot us an email.

Tommcmick · May 20, 2017

Advexure said:
Well folks, it sounds like all CrystalSky all models may be held up until June...the Goggles stole the show and stole the production line

We will be back here with another update as we have more information available. Any specific questions please don't hesitate to give us a call or shoot us an email.

So maybe the Ultra version won't end up being later than the others? Saw that you started shipping the Goggles today, if I pre-order this weekend when do you realistically think they will deliver?? Happy to pre-order but don't want to wait for weeks and weeks....

Advexure · May 26, 2017

Tommcmick said:
So maybe the Ultra version won't end up being later than the others? Saw that you started shipping the Goggles today, if I pre-order this weekend when do you realistically think they will deliver?? Happy to pre-order but don't want to wait for weeks and weeks....

Hi Tom - Very possible we could see all three of the models begin to ship at the same time but I think it's doubtful. Ultra will still most likely be after the two 1000-nit models. Sorry about the slight delay in this response but for new pre-orders as of today the best estimate we have is around the middle of June. Feel free to reach out by phone and we can create a pre-order order for you with credit card that will only authorize at the time the pre-order is placed and the order will be charged when it is ready to ship. We're always available on the live chat if we can be of any further help.

AnzacJack · May 30, 2017

Nice prices. We are being stung over $600US to buy the 5.5inch here in Australia. Sometimes it sucks to be down under. I will be in the states in July so hopefully I can get one from a store there

Buy DJI CrystalSky - HD Ultra Bright Monitor - Rise Above Australia

Advexure · May 30, 2017

AnzacJack said:
Nice prices. We are being stung over $600US to buy the 5.5inch here in Australia. Sometimes it sucks to be down under. I will be in the states in July so hopefully I can get one from a store there

We see a lot of you Aussies passing through LA picking up stuff

Safe travels.

Advexure · Jun 2, 2017

Effective today, June 2nd: The CrystalSky 7.85" High Brightness and the 7.85" Ultra Brightness will begin selling at a promotional price as shown below.

DJI CrystalSky 5.5-inch, High Brightness - $469

DJI CrystalSky 7.85-inch, High Brightness - $599 (was $699)

DJI CrystalSky 7.85-inch, Ultra Brightness - $849 (was $999)

Those with past pre-orders of the CrystalSky will receive an adjustment to their original pre-order to reflect this promotional price change.

cvanhoose · Jun 2, 2017

Advexure said:
Effective today, June 2nd: The CrystalSky 7.85" High Brightness and the 7.85" Ultra Brightness will begin selling at a promotional price as shown below.

DJI CrystalSky 5.5-inch, High Brightness - $469

DJI CrystalSky 7.85-inch, High Brightness - $599 (was $699)

DJI CrystalSky 7.85-inch, Ultra Brightness - $849 (was $999)

Those with past pre-orders of the CrystalSky will receive an adjustment to their original pre-order to reflect this promotional price change.