Alware Senrigan GP-55 User manual

Senrigan GP-55 3-Axis Brushless
Gimbal V2 With Bluetooth
(For 600 - 000 Size Multicopter)
Instruction Manual v .0
25 Aug 20 4
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction.........................................................................................................................................................3
2. Check List............................................................................................................................................................5
3. Equipment Required For Assembly....................................................................................................................
4. Assembly Step :...................................................................................................................................................8
5. Tuning Tips........................................................................................................................................................16
End of Manual.......................................................................................................................................................18
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1. Introduction
Brushless Gimbal is the next generation technology for high quality aerial photography. Senrigan GP-55 Brushl
ess Gimbal is driven directly with two Brushless Motors for 3-axis movement roll, tilt and yaw without gears or
belts. The main advantages of this design compared to traditional actuators (servos) are the Brushless Gimbals
have no backlash in the gear/belt, and it provides the instantaneous response to the disturbance. Due to lack of g
ears/ belts, this new Brushless Gimbal is extrenely easy to install and with low weight which is perfect for aerial
activities. The lower the weight, the longer the flying time you can achieve.
Differ than others, the motors and Gimbal Controller of Senrigan GP-55 Brushless Gimbal have been well test a
nd tuned of the PID parameter for NEX N5/ N Cameras in the factory before selling. So no worries about the s
etting or PID tuning of the Brushless Gimbal. However, it is easy and convenience to change the setting (setup
Follow Mode etc.) of GP-55 since it is using the famous Gimbal Software called Alexmos which is one of the
most user friendly and functional software for brushless gimbals.
Features:
-Included with the newest 32 bits Alexmos Controller (with Auto PID Tuning)
-Double IMU Sensors price more precise and stable performance.
-Bluetooth module: Allow you to adjust the P.I.D values, Settings and control the Controller without wire by usi
ng your Android Smartphones.
-Direct drive of Brushless Motors for 3-axis including Roll, Tilt and Yaw axis.
-Simple and strong Mechanism Design
-Made of CNC Metal Parts and full Carbon Fiber Frames which is super light and strong.
-Super Steady Performance with high quality Rubber Tension Damper Balls.
-High Quality 3-axis Alexmos Brushless Gimbal Controller with High Quality CNC Casing.
-Well tested and PID parameter tuned by the factory for NEX N5/ N / Similar size cameras.
-Controllable Tilt and Yaw Axis Movement.
-Suitable for Alware Cyclone X8/ DJI S800 multicopters
-Easy to install and use.
-Ligh in weight.
Specification:
-Movement: 3-axis, Roll, Tilt and Yaw
-Tilt control: Up 45°, Down 90°
-Yaw control: ±360° (360° mechanic continuous rotation)
-Working Voltage (default setting): 2S .4V Lipo
-32 bits SimpleBGC Camera Stabilizer System with Alu Case protection:
Firmware: The newest v2.42b6 (updateable freely in the future)
Power supply voltage: 8–25 V (3s-5s LiPo), Default setting for .4V
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Maximum motor current: 1,5 A/ each motor
Voltage Output: 5V 1A (suitable to power the receiver directly)
-Brushless Gimbal Motor Weight: 94g /Pcs
-Brushless Gimbal with Controller: 652g (Without Camera)
Included:
1x Senrigan GP-55 3-Axis Brushless Gimbal V2 (Non-assembled)
1x 32 bits SimpleBGC Camera Stabilizer System with Alu Case protection
1x Frame IMU Unit
1x Camera IMU Unit
1x Bluetooth Module
12x High Quality Rubber Damper Balls
1x Tilt and Yaw Controlling Connector
(Please be noted that Camera, Aircraft and Battery are not included.)
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2. Check List
All the package should be packed and contain all the items as shown below.
Please contact the vendor you purchased from if anything is missing at once.
Damper plate up *1pcs
Damper plate down *1pcs (with big circle
in the middle.)
op plate *1pcs
Round cap screws M3x4mm *4pcs
Motor *3pcs Orange damper ball *12pcs
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Black Pieces *4pcs
Camera nut *1pcs
Scew pack *1pcs
Black gimbal piece *6pcs
Alu rods *4pcs
Boom mount yellow piece set *4pcs
Hex screws *8pcs
M3 self-nuts *8pcs
32 Bits Gimbal Controller with case *1pcs
Bluetooth Module *1pcs
Camera IMU with cable *1pcs
Frame IMU with cable *1pcs
Male to Male RC Cable *1pcs
Power Cable *1pcs
Male to Male Double Side ape *1pcs
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3. Equipment Required For ssembly
Sony Nex 5 / or Sony Nex 7
DJI S800 EVO kit / S 000 Alware Cyclone X8 Octocopter
2S 800Mah (or above) battery Connector to match your Battery

4. ssembly Step :
** lways apply little amount of Threadlock when installing metal parts.
Use M3x5mm screw only, screw longer
then 5mm will damaged the motor!
M2.5x6mm Hex Cap Screw
M3x5mm Hex Cap Screw M2.5x6mm Hex Cap Screw
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M2.5x6mm Phillip Flat Screw
Use M3x5mm screw only, screw longer
then 5mm will damaged the motor!
Use M3x5mm screw only, screw longer
then 5mm will damaged the motor!
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M2.5x6mm Hex Cap Screw M2.5x6mm Phillip Flat Screw
Use M3x5mm screw only, screw longer
then 5mm will damaged the motor!
Install the Dampers
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Use M3x5mm screw only, screw longer
then 5mm will damaged the motor!
M3x6mm Hex Cap Screw Assembly
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Recognize the position of the Three
Motors (Pan, Roll and Tilt motor).
Use two layers of Double Side Tap to
Stick the Camera IMU here. (Follow the
orientation as shown)
Install the Frame IMU using Double
Side Tape. (Follow the orientation as
shown)
Connection Diagram of the two IMUs.
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Install the Gimbal Controller using
Round Cap Screw M3x4mm *2pcs
Stick the Bluetooth Moudle as shown.
Connect the Bluetooth Module to the
Controller. (Tips: RX--> TX , TX-->
RX)
Wiring all Motor and IMU wires through
the center hole of the motors and along
the Gimbal Frame Ribs.
Connect the end side of the IMU wire to
I2C port on the Controller.
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Connect Motors to the Controller. Secure the Top Mounting Frame using
4pcs M3x6mm Hex Cap Screws.
The Pan(+-360 degree) and Tilt(+45-90
degree) axis of GP-55 can be controlled
by using any two Free channels of your
receiver. Also by assigning a 2-way/ 3-
way switch channel to “FC ROLL” Port
of the controller can control the Gimbal
operation modes (Lock Mode or Follow
Pan Mode)
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Finish assembly.
Mount GP-55 to the Multicopters.
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5. Tuning Tips
Specification for the 32 Bits lexmos Controller with GP-55V2 Gimbal
32 bits SimpleBGC Camera Stabilizer System with Alu Case protection
Twins IMUs with Alu Case protection
Firmware: The newest 2.42b6 (updateable freely in the future)
Power supply voltage: 8–25 V (2s-6s LiPo), Default setting for .4v Lipo
Maximum motor current: 1,5 A/ each motor
Voltage Output: 5V 1A (suitable to power the receiver directly)
Pre-programmed for Sony NEX N / similar size Mini DSLR Cameras.
Alexmos website download 2.42b6
http://www.basecamelectronics.com/downloads/32bit/
User manual: SimpleBGC_32bit_manual_2_42_eng
http://www.basecamelectronics.com/files/v3/SimpleBGC_32bit_manual_2_42_eng.pdf
Remarks: GP-55 V2 Gimbal Controller is pre-programmed for stable performance with Sony NEX N or
similar size Cameras. So no tuning is needed normally. If you want start tuning yourselves, please follow the
Official Manual from http://www.basecamelectronics.com/files/v3/SimpleBGC_32bit_manual_2_42_eng.pdf
Default Setting of GP-55 V2:
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