dji Ronin User manual

Ronin
2014.07
V1.0
User Manual

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Disclaimers and Warnings
Congratulations on purchasing your new DJI product. Please read this manual and disclaimer carefully
before using this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that
you have read it in full. You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and any content
created while using this product, and for any consequence thereof. You agree to use this product
only for purposes that are proper and in accordance with local regulations, terms and any applicable
polices and guidelines.
By reading this disclaimer, you also agree:
1. Any part of this disclaimer is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to www.dij.com for the
latest version.
2. DJI reserves the right of nal interpretation of this disclaimer.
Do not modify or adjust the Ronin.
The Ronin has been calibrated before it leaves the factory. No modication or amending to the Ronin
is allowed. Make sure to use the original battery, otherwise performance may be hindered, and
internal malfunctions and damage to the gimbal may be caused. Please download the corresponding
Assistant software.
As DJI has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be
assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the
user accepts all resulting liability. DJI assumes no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or
indirectly from the use of this product.
DJI and Ronin are registered trademarks of DJI as names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual
are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual
are copyrighted by DJI with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in any
form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI.
Using Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Batteries
LiPo smart batteries can be extremely hazardous and require special attention when handled. Always
follow these instructions when using LiPo batteries:
1. DJI smart batteries must be charged with a DJI charger.
2. DJI smart batteries are designed to stop charging when full. However, it is good practice to monitor
the charging progress and disconnect the battery from the charger once fully charged.
3. Do not charge a smart battery near ammable materials or on ammable surfaces such as carpet or wood.
4. Never charge a swollen, leaky or damaged battery.
5. Examine charger regularly for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure or other parts. Never use a
damaged charger.
6. Disconnect the charger when not in use.
7. Do not clean the charger with denatured alcohol or other ammable solvents.
Usage and Storage
Keep batteries out of the reach of children and pets.
Never discharge batteries below 3V per cell.
Do not heat the battery.
Do not insert or remove batteries if the plastic cover has been torn or compromised in any way.
Do not drop or strike batteries.
Never use a swollen, leaky or damaged battery.
Clean battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth.

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Do not expose batteries to extreme temperatures, including excessive heat. Do not leave the batteries
inside vehicles on hot days.
Do not allow batteries to come into contact with any kind of liquid. Do not leave batteries out in the rain
or near a source of moisture.
Do not leave batteries in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container.
Do not attempt to dismantle, pierce or cut a battery. Do not attempt to repair batteries yourself.
Do not place loose battery cells on any conductive surface, such as metal-toppled tables.
Do not put the loose cells in a pocket, bag or drawer where they may short-circuit against other items
or where battery terminals could be pressed against each other.
Do not place or use batteries on strong electrostatic or electromagnetic surfaces or surrounding areas.
This may result in battery damage.
Do not place heavy objects on the batteries or charger. Avoid dropping batteries.
Avoid direct contact with the electrolyte contained within the batteries. The electrolyte and electrolysis
vapors are harmful to your health.
Do not mix battery brands inside the controller.
Do not attach the battery to wall or car charger sockets directly. Always use a DJI approved adapter.
Battery Disposal
Discarding batteries in general household waste is bad for the environment. Please dispose of
batteries properly.
Do not dispose of batteries in re.
Damaged or unusable batteries must be disposed of in a container specially reserved for this
purpose. When disposing of batteries, follow appropriate local guidelines and regulations. For further
information, contact your local solid waste authority or a battery store.
Only use the DJI smart battery.
Always use the DJI smart battery charger.
FCC Compliance
Ronin complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
Ronin may not cause harmful interference, and (2) Ronin accepts any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Using this Manual
Legend
Important Hints and Tips References or Denitions
Download DJI Ronin Assistant App
Download and install the DJI Ronin Assistant App.
Search "DJI Assistant" on the App Store and then follow the instructions for iOS installation.
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Contents
Disclaimers and Warnings 2
Using Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Batteries 2
Usage and Storage 2
Battery Disposal 3
FCC Compliance 3
Using this Manual 3
Legend 3
Download DJI Ronin Assistant App 3
Introduction 5
Package & Instruction Sheet 5
In the Box 6
Gimbal Description 8
Getting Started 8
Smart Battery 8
Tuning Stand 10
Installing the Handle Bar onto the Gimbal 11
Smart Battery Installation 12
Mounting the Camera 12
Handle Bar Adjustment 14
Balancing 14
Step 1: Balancing the Tilt Axis 15
Step 2: Balancing the Roll Axis 15
Step 3: Balancing the Vertical Tilt 15
Step 4: Balancing the Pan Axis 16
Advanced Roll Adjustment 16
DJI Ronin Assistant App Tuning 17
Download and Install 17
Basic Settings 17
Advanced Settings 18
DJI PC Assistant Tuning 23
Install the DJI WIN Driver and DJI PC Assistant 23
Settings 23
Remote Control 28
Connecting the Remote Control to Ronin 28
Remote Control Power LED Indicator Status 29
Remote Control Features 29
Adding 3rd Party Transmitter/Receiver 30
Operation Modes 30
Underslung Mode 30
Upright Mode 31
Briefcase Mode 31
Maintenance 31
Troubleshooting 32
Specication 33

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Introduction / Package & Instruction Sheet
Introduction
The DJI Ronin is the culmination of years of stabilization experience built into our most advanced
camera stabilization platform to date. The technology built into the DJI Ronin allows a broad spectrum
of cameras varying in size and weight to be mounted for class leading stabilization. We’ve put years of
passion and excitement into the Ronin, bringing world-class movement translation and stability to the
professional cinematographer’s market.
A brushless gimbal stabilization system is not simply three brushless motors moving on three axes.
The motors work with position feedback and the IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) to communicate with
our custom 32-bit processor, which processes movement calculations in milliseconds. This equates
to control and stability accuracy down to 0.02 degrees of translated movement, meaning your images
are going to be perfectly still in all three axes of movement. There are three operation modes in the
Ronin: underslung mode, upright mode and briefcase mode.
Below is the layout of the items inside the case. Not every item in this sheet is provided by DJI. There
are pre-cut slots for some additional accessories. For more information regarding what's included,
please refer to the "In the box" section of this manual.
Package & Instruction Sheet
Air pressure may be built up during air transportation or
during extreme barometric pressure changes. Loosen
the pressure valve knob on the side of the case prior
to transportation in these circumstances to prevent
pressure build up.
Pressure Valve
Smart
Battery
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INSTRUCTION SHEET
UPPER LAYER
1 Gimbal
2 Smart Battery
3 Accessories
4 LCD Screen
LOWER LAYER
5 DJI Lightbridge Air System (under the LCD Screen)
6 DJI Lightbridge Ground System (under the LCD Screen)
7 Remote Control -2.4 GHz
8 Adjustable Length Extension Rod
9 Top Handle Bar
10 Camera Mounting Plate
11 Tuning Stand
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In the Box
Gimbal × 1
The gimbal includes built-in DJI motor drive modules, an
independent IMU module, a 32-bit DSP processor, power
supply module, Bluetooth, transmitter/receiver module,
camera shelf, and power breakout box.
Handle Bar × 1
Customizable handle platform for the gimbal.
Remote Control -2.4 GHz × 1
Controls the movements of the gimbal, switches the work
modes, and selects gimbal speed.
Tuning Stand × 1
For suspending or storing the gimbal.
Charger × 1
110-240V automatic switching charger.
Smart Battery × 1
Power source for the gimbal. Also supplies power for other
external devices.
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Cables × 3
ANSI & JIS & CE cables.
Plug Adaptors × 2
SAA & BS adaptors.
Micro-USB Cable × 1
For rmware upgrades.
Camera Mounting Plate × 1
For mounting your camera onto the gimbal.
Extension Rod Holder × 1
For installing extension accessories with the extension rods.
Adjustable Length Extension Rod × 6
For installing extension accessories with the extension rod
holder.
Accessories Package
Camera Screw A (1/4”) ×2 Lens Support ×1
Camera Screw B (3/8”) ×2
Top Bar Quick Release
Accessories Mount x 2
M4*10 Screw ×2
Lens Support Screw ×1 Allen Wrench ×3
(3mm, 4mm, & 3/16”)
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Gimbal Description
Getting Started
Smart Battery
Before you start using your Ronin, be sure to charge the battery rst. The smart battery is specially
designed for the Ronin. It has a battery capacity of 3400mAh, voltage of 14.8V, and power
management functionality. Charge the smart battery only with DJI approved chargers. When the
battery is fully charged, it has a maximum run time of 4 hours.
Smart Battery Charger
[1] Top Handle Bar
[2] Side Handle
[3] Quick Release Mount
[4] Pan Motor
[5] Pan Adjustment Slider
[6] D-BUS/PPM Receiver Port
[7] USB port & Can Bus Port
[8] Bind Button
[9] Gimbal LED Indicator light
[10] Smart Battery
[11] Roll Motor
[12] Tilt Motor
[13] Fore and Aft Adjustment
[14] Tilt Vertical Adjustment
[15] Roll Adjustment
[16] IMU
[17] P-TAP Accessory Power Port
[18] USB Accessory Power Port
[19] P-TAP Port (rear side)
[20] DJI Lightbridge Port (rear side)
[21] GCU (rear side)
[1]
[2]
[4]
[3]
[8]
[9]
[5]
[6]
[7]
[10]
[11]
[12]
[14]
[15]
[13]
[16]
[17][18][19] [20][21]
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Getting Started
DJI Smart Battery Functions
Balance Charging Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell during charging.
Capacity Display Displays current battery levels.
Overcharge Protection Charging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches
16.8V to prevent overcharge damage.
Over Discharge Protection Discharging stops automatically when battery voltage reaches
12V to prevent over discharge damage.
Short Circuit Protection Automatically cuts power supply when a short circuit is detected.
Sleep Protection Sleep mode is activated after 10 minutes of inactivity to save power.
Charging Temperature Detection The battery will charge only when the temperature is between 0℃
and 55℃.
BatterySpecications
Type LiPo
Capacity 14.8V, 3400mAh
Charging Environment Temperature 0°C ~ 45°C
Operating Environment Temperature -15°C ~ 50°C
Charging/Discharging Environment Relative Humidity <80%
Read the user manual, disclaimer, and battery warnings before use. Users take full
responsibility for all operations and usage.
Always use DJI approved chargers. DJI takes no responsibility for any use of non-DJI
approved chargers.
Charging the Smart Battery
1. Connect the charger to a wall socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz), using the plug set if necessary.
2. Connect the battery to the charger.
3. The battery level indicator lights display current capacity level as the battery charges.
4. The battery is fully charged when the battery level indicator lights shut off and the indicator light on
the charger turns green. Disconnect the battery from the charger when charging is completed.
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Checking the battery level: When the battery is powered off, pressing the battery power button once
will display the current battery level.
Powering on: When the battery is powered off, press and hold for 1 second to turn on the smart battery.
Powering off: When the battery is powered on, press and hold for 1 second to turn off the smart battery.
Description of the Smart Battery Level Indicators
The battery level indicators show the current battery level during both the charging and discharging
process. The following is a description of the indicators.
: The LED is in a solid state on :The LED is blinking : The LED is off
Discharging process
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery level
87.5%~100%
75%~87.5%
62.5%~75%
50%~62.5%
37.5%~50%
25%~37.5%
12.5%~25%
0%~12.5%
<0%
Tuning Stand
You can use the tuning stand during setup or for storage of the gimbal. The following steps show
how to use the tuning stand.
1. Put the stand in the upright position as shown in the picture below.
2. Put your thumb on the silver button [1]. Using your index and middle nger behind the arm, pull
the lower legs outward away from the stand, and then pull downward. Then pull the upper arms
outward and upward.
3. The upper half of this tuning stand can be removed by loosening the knob [3]. You can use it with
any C-stand style stud that ts the hole [4]. When mounting on to a C-stand, be sure to check the
balance of the stand so as to not have the Ronin with a camera tilt over. When setting on a table,
make sure the table is a at and even surface.
Using the Smart Battery
[6]
[1]
[2][3]
[4]
[5]
[1] [2] [3] [4] LED indicator lights
[5] Power Button
(with one LED battery power indicator.)
[6] Thumb Screws
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Installing the Handle Bar onto the Gimbal
1. The turn knobs on the handles are loose by default. Adjust the grips to the desired position and
tighten the screws to secure their position.
2. Place the handle bar in the position as shown below.
3. Push the lock [1]downward on the pan motor, and slide the handle bar into the gimbal. Then tighten
the lock-knob [2].
4. With your hands on the handles, be sure the gimbal is not obstructed during a 360 degree pan.
Installation is complete.
[4]
[3]
[1]
[2]
[2] [1]
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Smart Battery Installation
1. Loosen the thumb screws on either side of the battery. Slide the battery directly into the gimbal and
then slide down. Be sure the battery’s thumb screws go down into their locating slots making full
contact with the gimbal’s electrical leads.
2. Tighten the thumb screws on the battery to lock it in place.
Make sure the battery is powered off during the installation.
An incorrectly installed battery may lead to (1) Poor battery connection, or (2) Unavailable
battery information.
Mounting the Camera
The Ronin uses an adjustable camera mounting plate to allow you to easily balance, install and
remove your camera. The Ronin has been tested with the following types of cameras. Other cameras
similar in size and weight may also work.
Black Magic Cinema Camera Canon 6D Nikon D800
Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera Canon 7D Panasonic GH3
Canon 1Dc Canon C100 Panasonic GH4
Canon 5DMKII Canon C300 RED Epic/Scarlet
Canon 5DMKIII Canon C500 Sony NEX7
Camera Size Requirements: the maximum depth
from the center of gravity on the camera base
plate is 140mm; the maximum height measured
from the top of the camera base plate is
225mm; and the maximum width is 195mm.As
shown in the picture on the right.
To avoid obstructing camera movement, the use
of soft connection cables is recommended.
1. Attach the camera mounting plate to your camera using the provided screws. Choose the correct
1/4" or 3/8" screws. Some cameras have two tripod mounting holes. It’s best to secure the camera
as tightly as possible. If two mounting holes are available on your camera, then use both mounting
holes. Choose the right screw holes according to your camera’s conguration.
2. Install the extension rod holder and lens support. Gently push up to apply a little pressure to the
lens, then tighten the thumbscrew.
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225mm
195mm
140mm
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Why do you need to use a lens support?
Certain cameras have a very tight lens securing system, and some cameras like the Canon
5D MKII and MKIII have very loose lens securing systems. The Ronin balances the camera as
one solid unit. If the mounted camera has a loose camera securing system, the lens support
must be used. This is because if a loose connection between the lens and the camera body
is apparent, vibrations could travel through to the camera but not directly to the lens, resulting
in the two masses shaking at different frequencies. The resulting oscillation will translate to the
IMU, causing the whole gimbal to shake. If the lens support ts, it's best to use it at all times.
The lens support can be installed either facing outward or inward to accommodate different
lens types.
Ensure alignment of the camera plate and then tighten the screw prior to tightening the lens
support.
3. If using follow focus or other accessories, insert the extension rod into the extension rod holder and
tighten. Congure the length of the rods needs to accommodate for the length of the lens used.
4. With the gimbal on the tuning stand facing outward, insert the camera until the safety lock is
engaged. Make sure the gimbal is not turned on when balancing the camera.
5. Tighten the camera base side clamp. You can adjust the tightness of the side clamp with the M3
allen wrench.
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Handle Bar Adjustment
The customizable handle bar of the Ronin can be removed by following the steps below, if required.
1. Loosen screw on either grip.
2. Remove the grip from the handle bar. Loosen the two screws and then the top bar can be removed.
3. The resulting setup is shown below.
Balancing
To achieve the best performance from the Ronin, proper balancing is necessary and a must. Accurate
balance is critical in shots where the Ronin will be subjected to extreme movements or accelerations
(running, horseback riding, biking, car mounts, helicopters, etc.) Proper balance will also offer a longer
battery runtime. There are 3 axes that need to be accurately balanced prior to powering the Ronin on
and setting up the software.
The camera needs to be fully setup with all accessories prior to installing and balancing the
camera on the gimbal. If you are balancing the camera with a lens cap on, be sure to remove
the lens cap prior to balancing. Be sure whenever balancing the camera that the Ronin’s
power is turned off.
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Step 1: Balancing the Tilt Axis
First, we need to balance the camera fore and aft on the Tilt Axis. When the proper fore and aft tilt
balance is achieved, the camera will stay level when you remove your hands.
1. Loosen the camera base's side clamp to allow the camera and mounting plate to slide forwards
and backwards.
2. Slide the camera forwards or backwards until the Tilt Axis remains level. It takes very small
adjustments to get the balance right.
3. Tighten the side clamp to lock the camera and mounting plate in position. If properly balanced, the
camera should be able to remain steady in any given tilt angle.
Step 2: Balancing the Roll Axis
Balancing the camera left-to-right on the Roll Axis is also required. When the proper left/right roll
balance is achieved, the camera will stay level.
1. Loosen the 2 lock-knobs to allow the camera and mounting plate to slide left and right.
2. Slide the camera left or right until the Roll Axis remains level.
3. Tighten the 2 lock-knobs to lock the camera mounting plate in position.
Step 3: Balancing the Vertical Tilt
To adjust the vertical balance, you will need to change the camera’s vertical position. When proper balance
is achieved, you can rotate the camera to any tilt angle, and it will stay in that position.
Adjust the height of the crossbar to achieve vertical tilt balance.
1. Rotate the Tilt Axis so that the camera lens is pointing skyward as much as your lens setup will allow
and loosen the two vertical adjustment tabs.
2. Gently slide the camera mount crossbar forward or backward until the camera remains pointing
skyward when released.
When adjusting the roll balancing position of the camera, only loosen the 2 lock-knobs a few
turns to allow the camera base to slide. Do not loosen the lock-knobs excessively.
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Step 4: Balancing the Pan Axis
The entire mass below the pan motor must be balanced on the central axis line of the pan motor. To
achieve this balance, you must slide the pan axis slider.
1. Loosen the two tabs on the pan axis knuckle and turn the knobs to slide the assembly.
2. Identify if the Ronin is front heavy or rear heavy. Turn the knobs and reposition them by pulling
outwards to slide the pan slider forwards or backwards.
3. While the Ronin is resting on the tuning stand, try rotating the Ronin along the pan axis by lifting one
side of the handle bar. If the camera does not swing, the pan axis is properly balanced. Ensure you
tighten the two tabs after balancing is completed.
3. Tighten the tabs and be sure the measurement marks match up on either side 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. Once the tab is tightened, manually rotate the assembly
simulating tilt to ensure there is no binding in the tilt motor. Sometimes you may need to go back
and balance the fore and aft tilt axis balance if the vertical balance required a signicant change.
Advanced Roll Adjustment
If additional roll adjustment is needed in cases where the camera itself is too light in comparison to the
tilt motor assembly, advanced roll adjustment can be achieved by loosening the indicated screws and
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DJI Ronin Assistant App Tuning
After nishing the balancing portion, you can adjust software parameters through the DJI Assistant App.
Download and Install
1. Download the DJI Assistant App:
Search “DJI Assistant” on the App Store then follow instructions for the iOS version.
2. Be sure Bluetooth is switched to the on position on your mobile device. Position the camera in the
standard operating position. Power on your Ronin and then open the app to connect to the Ronin
via Bluetooth.
3. Register your e-mail address when using the app for the very rst time.
4. Connect to your Ronin according to the tips in the app. After connecting to the main controller of the
gimbal, you will see the Wizard menu. When the green light at the top in the App is steady and the
blue light is blinking, the connection is complete. The green LED light on the Ronin will light up.
After switching on Bluetooth on your mobile device, go back to the Assistant App to connect
to the Ronin. The Ronin will not show up in the settings menu of your mobile device. It can
only be connected to via the App.
There are two device types, choose "Ronin" to enter the gimbal assistant page. Choosing
"A2" will enter the DJI ight controller assistant page.
Basic Settings
The functionality in the Wizard are the most basic functions you may want to adjust upon receiving
your Ronin. These options are also the most used functions during standard operation of the Ronin.
You can complete all these settings in the Wizard menu.
N/A
?
Gimbal
Mode
:
Wizard
Auto Tune Stability
Briefcase Mode
SmoothTrack Mode
Live Data
Calibrate
Briefcase Mode
SmoothTrack Mode
SmoothTrack Adjustments
0
0
0
0
0
0
Power
Pan
Speed
Tilt
Deadband
Roll
Angle
Gimbal Control Viewer More
Accel
N/A
?
Gimbal
Mode
:
Gimbal Control Viewer More
Wizard
Auto Tune Stability
Briefcase Mode
SmoothTrack Mode
Live Data
Calibrate
Briefcase Mode
SmoothTrack Mode
Control Speed Adjustment
0
0
0
0
0
0
Power
Pan
Pan
Tilt
Tilt
Roll
Angle
Select between customizable options
Tap this after setting
up camera balance
Recognized by Bluetooth connection
Ronin is providing feedback
In App help
?
Gimbal Wizard
Gimbal Control Viewer More
Speed
Pan Axis
Pan
Onboard
Controller
Remote
Operator
Tilt Axis
Tilt
Test Pan Speed
Deadband Accel
SmoothTrack Adjustments
SmoothTrack Test
Control Speed Adjustment
50
15 15
15
1515
40
00
0
Test Tilt Speed
1. Calibrate
Auto Tune Stability provides an easy one-touch button for automatic configuration of each axis.
Trajectory, speed, power and stiffness of motors are automatically tuned for the camera conguration
that’s mounted. Auto Tune Stability should be tapped whenever there is a new camera conguration
mounted such as a lens change or accessories change. This will offer the best stability and the most
optimal settings.
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2. Live Data
This monitors the feedback from each motor axis. If a particular motor axis indicates a power greater than
10, this often means the mechanical balancing of the camera hasn’t been properly adjusted. A properly
balanced camera rig will have each axis indicating close to 0 power. Don’t worry if these settings are not
always 0. The Angle indicates the current angle at which each axis is in relation to center.
3. Briefcase Mode
When Briefcase Mode is switched on, the Ronin will be able to seamlessly transform into this operation
mode. With Briefcase Mode turned off, the Ronin will allow the Roll axis to follow if the Ronin is tilted
past the standard roll axis travel.
4. SmoothTrack Mode
When SmoothTrack Mode is enabled, the Ronin will can be "steered" by the camera operator’s movements
in the Pan and Tilt axis. This steering/translation speed can be adjusted for each axis independently. When
the Ronin's top bar is rotated left or right, the camera will smoothly pan and slow down to a stop. Under the
SmoothTrack options, the Pan Axis and the Tilt Axis can be independently adjusted.
Pan Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a pan movement. Pan
deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s pan.
Tilt Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a tilt movement. Tilt deadband
will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s tilt.
The Pan and Tilt SmoothTrack speed can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera
when tapping these Test buttons.
5. Control Speed Adjustment
Remote control speed can be adjusted here. The adjustment represents the maximum speed of
gimbal control in the Pan and Tilt axis when the control sticks are pushed to their endpoints.
Advanced Settings
There are more advanced functions you can adjust through the Assistant to meet your requirement.
Gimbal Menu
Wizard Gimbal
Motor
Mode:N/A
SmoothTrack
Gimbal Control Viewer More
Gimbal Control Viewer More
?
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
0
00
0
0
Mode:N/A
Motor
Gimbal
Pan Axis
Stiffness
Power Angle
Trim
Tilt Axis
Roll Axis
Pan
Tilt
Roll
Auto Tune Stability
Live Data
Configuration
?
Gimbal
SmoothTrack Mode
Test Pan Speed
Test Tilt Speed
SmoothTrack
SmoothTrack Adjustments
Test
Speed Deadband Accel
Pan Axis
Tilt Axis
50
15 15
0 0
0
Gimbal Control Viewer More
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1. Gimbal Motor Adjustment
The Auto Tune Stability button allows for automatic adjustment of each motor’s stiffness settings (as relayed
from the sensors and how the Ronin sees each axis’s interaction) to accomplish an optimized setting.
Besides tuning stiffness, there are other electronic settings being tuned. It is highly recommended that the
Auto Tune Stability button be tapped whenever there is a new camera conguration mounted, including a
lens change or accessories change. This will offer the best stability and the most optimal settings.
Each axis has its own stiffness and trim adjustment. The motor stiffness adjustment allows ne tuning of the
amount of power applied to the motors as they react to the balancing of weight on each axis. The higher
you can adjust the stiffness settings without having any vibrations or oscillations from the gimbal, the better.
A majority of the time, the Auto Tuned settings will be suitable. The Trim adjustment controls the preset
amount of trim applied to each axis off center. The default setting of 0 degrees represents center.
2. Gimbal SmoothTrack Mode
When SmoothTrack Mode is enabled, the Ronin will can be "steered" by the camera operator’s
movements in the Pan and Tilt axis. This steering/translation speed can be adjusted for each axis
independently. When the Ronin's top bar is rotated left or right, the camera will smoothly pan and slow
down to a stop. Under the SmoothTrack options, the Pan Axis and the Tilt Axis can be independently
adjusted.
Pan Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a pan movement. Pan
deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s pan.
Tilt Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a tilt movement. Tilt deadband
will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s tilt.
The Pan and Tilt SmoothTrack speed can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera
when tapping these Test buttons.
Control Menu
1. Controller Deadband
Onboard controller and the remote operator controller can have independent pan and tilt deadbands
of movement. The larger the deadband, the more deadband there is in the stick movement prior to the
input being translated to actual movement of the gimbal.
Gimbal Control Viewer More
N/A
Mode:
Wizard Control
Deadband Maximum Speed
Smoothing Endpoint
Channels Settings
?
Gimbal Control Viewer More
Deadband Adjustment
Onboard
Controller
Remote
Operator
Pan Tilt
Control Deadband
6
6
6
6
?
Gimbal Control Viewer More
Control Speed Adjustment
Onboard
Controller
Remote
Operator
Pan Tilt
Control Maximum Speed
40
15
15
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Gimbal Control Viewer More
Smoothing Adjustment
Onboard
Controller
Remote
Operator
Pan Tilt
Control Smoothing
15
15 15
15
?
Gimbal Control Viewer More
N/A
Mode:
Test Pan Endpoints
Test Tilt Endpoints
Endpoint Adjustments
Test
Pan Axis
Left Right
Up Down
Tilt Axis
Control Endpoint
0 0
0 0
3. Controller Smoothing
When the control stick input is released, the smoothing of the translated movement will come to a
smooth slow down if the smoothing is increased. If the smoothing is 0, the slowdown will appear as an
abrupt stop. The onboard controller and remote operator control sticks can be set independently. Pan
and tilt smoothing can also be set independently.
4. Controller Endpoints Adjustment
Pan Axis endpoints can be adjusted independently for left and right movement when used with a
remote control or the onboard controller. Pan Axis endpoints setting means during controller input, the
maximum point in which the gimbal will rotate left or right.
If the requirement to rotate 360 degrees on the Pan axis is needed, simply adjust the endpoints for pan to 0.
If endpoints are set to 0 for 360 degree Pan ability, then "Test Pan Endpoint" will not move the pan axis.
Tilt Axis endpoints can be adjusted independently for up and down movement when used with a
remote control or the onboard controller. Tilt Axis endpoints setting means during controller input, the
maximum point in which the gimbal will rotate up or down.
The Pan and Tilt endpoints can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera when tapping
the Test buttons.
2. Controller Maximum Speed
Maximum Speed is a function that allows the controlled stick response from being a linear response
to what is known as an increasing response curve. This means the amount of gimbal travel in the Pan
or Tilt is not directly proportional to control stick travel. Control response can be adjusted to be milder
below the initial rst half of control stick travel and be increased to a higher speed towards the last
half of control stick travel. This preset exponential curve is selected based off the input of maximum
speed. The onboard controller and the remote operator control sticks can have maximum speeds set
independently from each other.
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