dji RONIN 2 User manual

2017.09V1.0
User Manual
RONIN 2

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Using this Manual
Legend
Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference
Before You Begin
The following documents have been produced to help you safely operate and make full
use of your RONINTM 2:
Ronin 2 in the Box
Ronin 2 Quick Start Guide
Ronin 2 User Manual
Ronin 2 Intelligent Battery Safety Guidelines
Ronin 2 Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
Check all of the included parts listed in the In the Box manual. Read this entire User
Manual and watch the informational and tutorial videos on the product page of DJI’s
ofcial website (http://www.dji.com/ronin-2). Read the Disclaimers and Safety Guidelines
to understand your legal rights and responsibilities. If you have any questions or problems
during the installation, maintenance or use of this product, please contact DJI or a DJI
authorized dealer.
Download the Ronin 2 App
Download and install the Ronin 2 App.
Search “Ronin 2” in the App Store or Google Play and then follow instructions for
installation.
Android 4.4 or above
iOS 9.0 or above
Download DJI Assistant 2
Download DJI Assistant 2 at http://www.dji.com/ronin-2/info#downloads
* Ronin 2 app supports iOS 9.0 (or later) or Android 4.4 (or later).
Ronin 2 App

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Contents
Using this Manual 1
Legend 1
Before You Begin 1
Download the Ronin 2 App 1
Download DJI Assistant 2 1
Introduction 3
Ronin 2 Diagram 4
Getting Started 5
Assembling the Grip 5
Installing the Grip onto the Gimbal 6
Mounting the Camera 7
Extending the Roll Axis Arm 10
Cable and Accessory Guides 10
Balancing 12
Before Balancing 12
Step 1: Balancing the Vertical Tilt 12
Step 2: Balancing Depth for the Tilt Axis 13
Step 3: Balancing the Roll Axis 13
Step 4: Balancing the Pan Axis 14
Intelligent Battery 15
Charging the Intelligent Battery 16
Mounting the Intelligent Battery 19
Using the Intelligent Battery 20
Gimbal Settings 21
Built-in Touch Panel Settings 21
Ronin 2 App 29
Remote Controller 33
Remote Controller Diagram 33
Binding the Remote Controller 34
Charging 35
Calibrating the Control Joystick and Roll Knob 35
Operation Modes 36
3-Axis Mode 36
Pan Lock Mode 36
Usage with a DJI A3 Flight Controller and Lightbridge 36
Maintenance 36
Specications 37

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Introduction
DJI Ronin 2 is a professional 3-axis handheld gimbal that is highly compatible with cable
cams, drones, cranes, Steadicams, and more. Its customizable mounting modes such
as Handheld, Car Mount, Aerial, and Tripod mode help the Ronin 2 work accurately in
different shooting scenarios. Also, its new Pan Lock mode has been specially designed
for work with Steadicams.
Features Highlights
• Its carbon fiber structure makes the Ronin 2 lightweight, strong, and functional.
Upgraded high-torque motors support payloads of 30 lbs.
• A new mechanical design makes camera mounting and balancing easier while
optimizing accuracy. New axis locks improve usability, and its extendable roll axis
allows the Ronin 2 to support more cameras.
• Angular vibration is within ±0.02°, and the built-in GPS module improves the gimbal
accuracy, making it extremely stabile even while shooting at high speeds.
• Adjusting settings is easier with the built-in touch panel, and it also displays the Ronin 2’s
working status.
• A dual battery system and support for hot swapping allows for continuous operation
when replacing batteries. With fully charged TB50 Intelligent Batteries, the Ronin 2 can
power a camera and the whole system for 2.5 hours.
• Power and video signal are transmitted through the built-in slip ring. The Ronin 2 comes
with several accessory ports and supports the DJI Focus system, lens hoods, wireless
video downlinks, and monitors.
• Transmits signal at 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz to improve transmission stability.
• The brand new Ronin 2 app can adjust settings and also activate multiple intelligent
features such as Track and CamAnchor.

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Ronin 2 Diagram
1. Gimbal Dovetail Mount
2. Ronin 2 Grip
3. SDI-Out Port
4. Power Button
5. 14.4 V Accessory Power Port
6. Pan Motor
7. Camera Top Cross Bar
8. Built-in GPS
9. SDI-in Port
10. 15 mm Rod and Focus Rod
Mount
11. Camera Base Plate
12. Power Hub
13. Tilt Motor
14. Roll Motor
15. USB Type-C Port
16. Safety Hole
17. Battery Mount/Intelligent
Batteries
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18. Battery Mount Release Button
19. Secondary Power Button
20. Battery Eject Buttons
21. 14.4 V P-Tap Port
22. 22.8 V DC-out Port
23. Built-in Touch Panel
24. Built-in Antennas
25. D-Bus Port
26. 14.4 V Accessory Power Port
27. DC-in Port
28. 14.4 V Accessory Power Port

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Getting Started
Assembling the Grip
Use the Grip to hold the Ronin 2 during setup or operation. Follow the steps below to
assemble the Ronin 2 Grip.
1. Press the button on the Grip Feet and extend them outwards.
2. Attach the upper and lower parts of the Grip and then tighten them .
3. The hand stops on both sides are used to help users hold the Grip rmly. Adjust their
positions according to your needs.
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Installing the Grip onto the Gimbal
1. The pan, tilt and roll axes are locked by default. Unlock the tilt and roll axes to adjust
their positions as shown, then lock the tilt and roll axes again.
To remove the gimbal, toggle the lever to the unlocked position and press down
the safety lock. Then slide the gimbal off the dovetail mount.
2. Toggle the lever to the unlocked position. Next, attach the gimbal to the Grip until
the safety lock engages. Then lock the lever.
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Mounting the Camera
Supported Cameras
ARRI ALEXA Mini Canon C300 MKII RED Raven
ARRI ALEXA XT Canon C500 RED Dragon
Black Magic Ursa Mini Panasonic Varicam LT Sony FS5
Black Magic Ursa Mini Pro RED Epic Sony FS7
Canon C100 RED Epic-W Sony F55
Canon C100 MKII RED Scarlet Sony F5
Canon C300 RED Weapon
Supported Lens
Canon Fujinon Cooke Zeiss
CN-E Primes ZK2.5x 14 T2.9 Mini S4/i Primes Ultra Primes
CN-E 18-80 ZK4.7x 19 T2.9 S4/i Primes up to
135 mm
Master Primes
CN7x17 KAS ZK3.5x 85
T2.9 -4.0
5/i Primes up to
100 mm
Master Anamorphic
CN-E 15.5-47 XK6x 20 T3.5 S7/i Primes up to
100 mm
Lightweight Zoom 21-
100mm T2.9-3.9
CN-E 30-105 T2.8 Anamorphic/i lenses
up to 135 mm (65 mm
Macro excluded)
Cinema Zoom up to
70-200 T2.9
Compact Primes
Angenieux Leica Sony Schneider
Optimo Style Spherical
16-40, 30-76, 48-130
Summilux-C
Primes
CineAlta Primes Xenon FF-Primes
Optimo Spherical 15-40,
28-76, 45-120
Summicron-C
Primes
Optimo Anamorphic
30-72 A2S, 56-152 A2S
Optimo DP 16-42, 30-80
Type EZ Series
Please note that not all camera and lens combinations will t on the Ronin 2. For
example, the ARRI ALEXA XT and XK6x 20 T3.5 is too long as a combination, so
they cannot be used on Ronin 2 simultaneously.

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Camera Size Requirements
The maximum depth from the center of gravity on the camera base plate is 250 mm.
The maximum height, measured from the top of the camera base plate, is 170 mm. The
maximum width is 190 mm.
Make sure the camera is powered off during installation.
It is recommended to use soft connection cables to avoid obstructing camera
movement.
Mounting a Camera
1. Unlock the levers and remove the upper crossbar .
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2. Attach the Camera Top Cross Bar to the camera. Refer to the locations below to mount
the Top Cross Bar to the ARRI ALEXA MINI (using M4-10 screws), RED EPIC (using
1/4" screws) and RED WEAPON 8K (using M4-10 screws) cameras.
5. Slide the camera into the mounting plate until the safety lock engages, then lock the
lever .
6. Attach the upper crossbar and tighten the securing knob to the camera, then lock
the levers .
It is recommended to adjust the camera’s center of gravity further back and down.
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ARRI ALEXA MINI RED EPIC,
RED WEAPON 8K
The Top Cross Bar can be installed in two directions. If the camera lens’ center of
gravity is forward, then mount the Top Cross Bar with the long part forward as shown.
3. Attach the 15 mm Rod and the Focus Rod Mount to the camera.
4. Choose the proper camera screws (type 3/8"-16 or 1/4"-20) and attach the Camera
Base Plate to the camera.

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Extending the Roll Axis Arm
The roll axis arm can be extended up to 5.5 cm if there isn’t sufcient mounting space for a
long camera.
Loosen the screws on both sides of the roll axis, and toggle the levers to their unlocked
position. Next, pull out the arms on both sides simultaneously as needed. Make sure the
measurement marks match up on both of the arms. Tighten the screws and toggle the levers.
The balance and performance of the gimbal may be reduced when the roll axis arms
are extended. Make sure to push back the arms to their default position after use.
Cable and Accessory Guides
Cables Connector to Ronin 2 Connector to Device
ARRI Alexa Mini Power Cable Push-Pull Connector
1B 4+2pin Male
Push-Pull Connector
2B 8pin Male
ARRI Alexa Mini Start/Stop Cable Push-Pull Connector
1B 14pin Male
Push-Pull Connector
1B 7pin Male
RED Power Cable Push-Pull Connector
1B 4+2pin Male
Push-Pull Connector
1B 4+2pin Female
RED RCP Control Cable Push-Pull Connector
1B 14pin Male
Push-Pull Connector
00B 4pin Male
Ronin 2 Power Cable Push-Pull Connector
2B 10pin Single Slot Male
Push-Pull Connector
2B 10pin Dual Slot Male
2-pin Power Cable Push-Pull Connector
1B 4+2pin Male
Push-Pull Connector
0B 2pin Male
DC Power Cable Push-Pull Connector
1B 4+2pin Male DC 5.5x2.1 Male
Triple P-TAP Breakout Box Push-Pull Connector
1B 4+2pin Male P-TAPx3
SDI IN Cable BNC Male BNC Male
SDI OUT Cable BNC Male BNC Male
USB Type-C Cable USB Type-C USB Type-A
UART to D-BUS Cable DJI 4pin 3pin Servo Cable

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The Top Mounting Block replaces the center handle on the Ronin 2 Grip. It has 1/4"-20 holes
allowing third party handles and accessories to be attached.
The Universal Mount offers an attachment point for the gimbal allowing it to be mounted to
various platforms such as a jib, vehicle mount, or cable cam.
Do not use unauthorized accessories/cables as they may harm your Ronin 2 and
void your warranty.

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Balancing
To obtain the best performance from the Ronin 2, proper balancing is essential. Accurate
balance is critical for shots where the Ronin 2 will be subjected to fast motion or
acceleration (running, biking, moving in cars, attached to aircraft, etc.). Proper balance
will also offer longer battery runtimes. There are three axes that need to be accurately
balanced prior to turning on the Ronin 2 and setting up the software.
Before Balancing
1. Before balancing the camera, connect the SDI cable and the camera’s power cable
and install a Focus system.
2. The camera needs to be fully congured, with all accessories and cables connected,
prior to installing and balancing the camera on the gimbal. If the camera has a lens
cap, be sure to remove it prior to balancing.
3. Be sure that the Ronin 2’s power and camera are turned off while balancing the
camera.
Step 1: Balancing the Vertical Tilt
1. Unlock the tilt axis. Rotate the tilt axis so that the camera lens is pointing up.
2. Push up on the side levers to their unlocked position. Then adjust the camera's
balance by turning the adjustment knob . Make adjustments until the camera
appears balanced without tilting up or down.
3. Tighten the levers .
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Ensure that the measurement marks match up on both of the vertical bars. If
they do not match up, the assembly could possibly be skewed higher or lower
on one side, which would cause the tilt motor to bind.

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Recheck the tilt axis balance. Loosen the securing knob and adjust the camera's
position if the tilt axis is not balanced.
Step 2: Balancing Depth for the Tilt Axis
1. Rotate the tilt axis so that the camera lens is pointing forward.
2. Toggle the lever to the unlocked position and then loosen the top securing knob .
Adjust the camera's balance by turning the adjustment knob until the camera remains
still when rotating the tilt axis 45 degrees upwards or downwards.
3. Tighten the securing knob and toggle the lever to the locked position.
4. Lock the tilt axis.
Step 3: Balancing the Roll Axis
1. Unlock the roll axis.
2. Toggle the lever to the unlocked position, then loosen the top securing knob .
Adjust the camera's position by turning the adjustment knob until the camera remains
still when rotating the tilt axis 45 degrees to the left or right.
3. Tighten the securing knob and toggle the lever to the locked position.
4. Lock the roll axis.
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Step 4: Balancing the Pan Axis
Please note: It is recommended to mount the provided MotionBlock before balancing
the pan axis when shooting in a high-speed situation for improved gimbal performance.
Attach the MotionBlock to the pan axis and tighten the screws as shown.
It is necessary to use the optional Counterweights if mounting a longer camera
system and the MotionBlock cannot be mounted due to the pan axis balancing
position. Visit the ofcial DJI Online Store to learn more.
1. Unlock the pan axis. Lift up one side of the Grip.
2. Toggle the lever to the unlocked position, then adjust the camera's position by
turning the adjustment knob until the camera remains still when rotating the pan
axis 45 degrees while lifting up one side of the Grip.
3. Tighten the lever .
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It is necessary to use the optional Counterweights if mounting a camera and the
camera system cannot be moved back far enough for balancing.

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Intelligent Battery
The Ronin 2 comes with a hot-swappable dual battery system, allowing the gimbal work
continuously without suspending shooting. The TB50 Intelligent Battery has a capacity of
4280 mAh, a voltage of 22.8 V, and a variety of power management functions. When the
Intelligent Battery is fully charged, it can power the whole system, including the gimbal,
camera, Focus system, and monitor for approximately 2.5 hours. When only powering the
gimbal, the TB50 has a max runtime of eight hours.
TB50 Intelligent Battery
Intelligent Battery Functions
1. Battery Level Display: LEDs display the current battery level.
2. Auto-Discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 70% of
total power when it is idle for more than 10 days to prevent swelling. To exit idle state,
press the Power Level button to check the battery level. It takes approximately three
days to discharge the battery to 65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat emitting from
the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI
Dual TB50 Battery Mount
14.4 V P-Tap Port
Battery Mount Release Button
Secondary Power Button
Battery Eject Buttons
22.8 V DC-out Port
14.4 V P-Tap Port
Battery Level Button
LED1
LED2
LED3
LED4

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Assistant 2 app.
3. Balancing Function: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when
charging.
4. Overcharge Protection: Charging stops automatically when the battery is fully
charged.
5. Temperature Protection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between
5-45° C (41-113° F).
6. Overcurrent Protection: Battery stops charging when high amperage (> 10 A) is
detected.
7. Over-Discharge Protection: To prevent serious damage to the battery, current output
will be cut off when the battery cell is discharged to 2.8 V and not in use. To extend
operating times, overcharging protection is disabled as batteries discharge during
usage. In this instance, a battery voltage below 2 V may cause a safety hazard such
as a re when charged. To prevent this, the battery will not be able to charge if the
voltage of a single battery cell is below 2 V. Avoid using any batteries matching this
description. Always be alert to avoid over-discharging to prevent permanent battery
damage.
8. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is
detected.
9. Battery Cell Damage Protection: DJI Assistant 2 displays a warning message when
detecting a damaged battery cell.
10. Sleep Mode: Sleep mode is entered to save power when the battery is not in use.
11. Communication: Battery voltage, capacity, current, and other relevant information is
provided to the gimbal.
12. Pairing Batteries: Powered by two batteries (with battery cells connected in parallel),
the Ronin 2 requires the two batteries to have similar properties, e.g., internal
resistance. Pairing batteries in the beginning is recommended. Pairing can be done
using DJI Assistant 2, which will also prompt when batteries that are not paired are in
use. The Intelligent Battery Charging Hub will charge paired batteries simultaneously.
13. Heating: Batteries can work even in cold weather. Refer to "Using the Battery" section
for details.
Read the user manual, disclaimer, and battery safety guidelines before use. Users
take full responsibility for all operations and usage.
Charging the Intelligent Battery
The Ronin 2 Quad Charging Hub is designed for use with the Ronin 2 Battery Charger. It
charges up to four Intelligent Batteries simultaneously. The battery pair with more stored
power will be charged rst. If batteries are not paired, the Charging Hub will intelligently
charge batteries in sequence according to battery power levels from high to low. Pairing
can be carried out using DJI Assistant 2.

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1. Connect the Battery Charger to a power outlet (100-240 V, 50/60 Hz), then uncover the
rubber cover on the power port to connect the Charging Hub to the Battery Charger.
2. Press the Release button and open the corresponding charging port cover. Insert the
Intelligent Battery into the charging port to begin charging.
Power OutletCharging Hub Charger
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1. Power Port
2. Charging Port
3. Charging Port Cover
4. Battery Charging Level Indicators
5. Cover/Battery Release Button
6. Status LEDs
7. Firmware Update Port (Micro USB)
8. Speaker Switch
Refer to the "Status LED Descriptions” section for more information about Status LED
blinking patterns. The Speaker will begin beeping when charging is complete. Refer to the
“Speaker Beeping Descriptions” for more information about Speaker beeping patterns.
Press the Release button to detach batteries after charging is complete.
DO NOT leave metal terminals exposed to open air when not in use.

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Status LED Descriptions
Status LED (Charging Hub) Description
Blinking Green Charging
— Solid Green Fully charged
Blinking Red Battery Charger Error. Retry with an official
battery charger.
— Solid Red Intelligent Battery error
Blinking Yellow Battery temperature too high/low.
— Solid Yellow Ready to charge
Alternating Green Blinks Intelligent Battery not detected
Battery Level Indicators while Charging (Battery)
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level
0%~50%
50%~75%
75%~100%
Fully Charged
Charging Protection LED Display
The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding Status LED
patterns.
Battery Level Indicators for Battery Protection
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item
LED2 blinks twice
per second Over current detected
LED2 blinks three
times per second Short circuit detected
LED3 blinks twice
per second Over charge detected
LED3 blinks three
times per second
Over-voltage charger
detected
LED4 blinks twice
per second
Charging temperature is too
low (<0° C)
LED4 blinks three
times per second
Charging temperature is too
high (>40° C)