Is Your DJI Mic 2 Not Working With iPhone? (Do This Now!)

When you are attempting to record audio but the DJI Mic 2 not working with iPhone, it could interrupt your entire workflow and throw off your schedule.

So, instead of drowning in frustration, read this quick 5-minute guide and fix the issue instantly!

Before we start, please note that the “Camera” app of your iPhone does not support Bluetooth.

The only way to use the DJI Mic 2 with your iPhone is to connect the device over Bluetooth, and for that purpose, you will require an external application to create the recordings.

Let’s proceed further and review expert solutions!

How to Fix When the DJI Mic 2 Not Working with iPhone?

Note: When using the DJI Mic 2 with your iPhone, you will not require the receiver at all!

1. Check the DJI Microphone Bluetooth

The DJI Mic 2 might fail to work with your iPhone due to a Bluetooth connection issue, either because of a recognition problem or a suspended wireless connection.

You can check if the microphone is paired with your iPhone under “Bluetooth” and redo the pairing instructions. 

How to Check DJI Mic Bluetooth Status:

• Open Settings on your iPhone, and tap on “Bluetooth”.
• After that, search for “DJI Mic 2” under “My Devices”.
• Check if the status in the Bluetooth tab is “Connected”.

How to Reconnect the DJI Mic Over Bluetooth:

• First, power on the DJI Mic 2 transmitter.
• Hold the Record button for three seconds 
• Wait until DJI has entered Bluetooth mode.
• Enable Bluetooth in your iPhone’s Settings.
• Now, hold the Linking button for 2 seconds.
• Check if the DJI shows up on your iPhone.

Quick Tip: Once connected, the DJI microphone will be registered as a Bluetooth device in the wireless settings of your iPhone, and you won’t have to repeat the instructions above each time. 

2. Configure the iOS Microphone Permissions

Well, restricted microphone permissions on your iPhone might prevent the DJI Mic 2 from being recognized by the recording platform.

This can happen if the “Content & Privacy Restrictions” are enabled, which limits the microphone access of your iPhone for some or all applications.

Note: This applies to all types of external recording applications you might use with the DJI.

• Open Settings on your iPhone and tap Screen Time.
• After that, head to Content & Privacy Restrictions.
• Tap Microphone from the settings menu on the page.
• Now, ensure “Allow Changes” is selected on the page.
• Open the recording app and test the DJI 2 microphone.

You should also check the permissions of the third-party recording application you use with the DJI Mic 2.

Ensure all permissions (both iOS and app-specific) regarding microphone access are granted there as well. 

3. Use an External Recording Application

The flaw in using the DJI Mic 2 with your iPhone is that the native Camera application cannot record and use Bluetooth simultaneously.

If you’re wondering how to use the DJI Mic 2 with an iPhone, you must download and install an external platform that allows recording and Bluetooth. 

Users have reported success using the Blackmagic Camera App as a working workaround, as it supports Bluetooth recording with the DJI Mic 2 receiver.

Hence, ensure the DJI Mic 2 receiver is connected via Bluetooth, then download the Blackmagic Camera App on your iPhone, go to Settings → Audio, and manually select the DJI Mic 2 as the audio input source. 

Start recording in the app to test if the iPhone captures the DJI Mic 2 transmitter audio loudly and clearly. 

Note: You could also use another third-party application if Blackmagic is unavailable or unsupported in your region. 

4. Recharge the DJI Mic 2 Equipment Battery

A low battery in the charging case may prevent the DJI Mic from receiving any power since the microphone and receiver depend on it for charging.

Fully charging the case ensures the DJI Mic 2 equipment will also charge once they are placed inside. 

The DJI Mic 2 uses a built-in indicator to display the charging level:

Indicator Pattern	Battery Level
● Blinks green slowly	0-25%
●● Blinks green twice	26-50%
●●● Blinks green three times	51-75%
●●●● Blinks green four times	76-100%
Off	Fully charged

Use the original USB-C cable to connect the case to a 5V/2A wall adapter and charge it for 2–3 hours until the indicator light turns off.

Then, place the mic and receiver in the case and confirm they start charging via their indicator lights.

5. Update the DJI Mic 2 Firmware Version

Outdated firmware might prevent your iPhone from recognizing the microphone’s serial number.

So, updating the firmware for each component individually can resolve these issues and ensure optimal performance.

5.1 How to Update the Transmitter Firmware:

• Download the latest firmware from the DJI Mic 2 download page.
• Connect the transmitter to your PC via the provided USB-C cable.
• Place the firmware .bin file in the DJI transmitter’s root directory.
• Now, disconnect the transmitter and power it on to start the update.
• Check if the status indicator blinks red and green during the update.

5.2 How to Update the Receiver Firmware:

• Download the firmware package from the DJI Mic 2 download page.
• Ensure the receiver is off, and connect it to the PC via the USB-C.
• Copy the firmware .bin file to the DJI Mic receiver’s root directory.
• Check if the receiver shows an “Updating” or “Processing” message.
• Verify the firmware of the receiver in the settings after the competition.

5.3 Troubleshooting Firmware Update Issues

Many users encounter issues during the software update of their DJI Mic 2, and the most common causes include:

• If the update fails, re-download the firmware and restart the device.
• Repeat the update steps for the transmitter or receiver as needed.
• Temporarily disable Auto Record on the DJI receiver touchscreen.
• Stop the transmitter’s internal recording manually after connecting it.

Note: If you are still having issues with updating the OS, get in touch with DJI customer support.

6. Factory Reset the DJI Mic 2 Receiver

If the reason behind the DJI Mic 2 iPhone functionality issue is still unclear, performing a factory reset might resolve underlying issues.

This reset is only possible if the receiver has remaining battery power, and you can navigate to the system menu.

Alert: A factory reset will erase all settings and data stored on the DJI receiver!

Here’s how to restore the default settings of your DJI Mic 2:

• Access the control panel on the DJI Mic 2 receiver.
• Go to “Settings” and find the “Factory Reset” option.
• Press the scroll button, then select “Confirm” to start.
• After that, wait for the factory reset process to finalize.

Note: Avoid using the charging case until the reset is complete.

7. Use a Direct USB Connection (Workaround)

If the DJI Mic 2 is not working with your iPhone problem persists over Bluetooth, a direct USB connection can provide a reliable alternative to ensure the microphone functions with your native camera app. 

We know wired isn’t the way, but the connection requires a  USB-C to Lightning converter (or USB-C for iPhone 14 and above).

Power on the DJI Mic 2 receiver, connect it to your iPhone using a USB-C to Lightning converter, and ensure the connection is secure. 

Open the native camera app, start recording, and verify that the DJI Mic 2 captures audio clearly without any interruptions.