Evo RAGE User manual
For the latest user manuals, tutorial videos, rmware and calibration
instructions please visit our ocial wepage at EVOGimbals.com
Your new gimbal comes with a 1 Year Parts & Labor warranty. Be sure
to register your warranty online at EVOGimbals.com
Thank you for choosing EVO Gimbals as your camera stabilization
solution! We know that buying a new product can be very exciting
and we are sure that you probably can not wait to use your new
gimbal! Before you start PLEASE read this manual and become
familiar with your gimbal’s components and operating modes.
We HIGHLY ENCOURAGE you to also watch our great tutorial videos
on our website as a supplement to this manual.
BATTERY SAFETY!
Your Gimbal includes (2) Lithium Ion Batteries that must be handled with care!
Here are some simple safety precautions you can take to ensure the best
performance for your batteries.
- Always handle your batteries with care.
- Always store your batteries in a cool dry and well ventilated area.
- Never mix the batteries with dierent brand, type or model battery.
- Always charge batteries in proper charger.
- Keep out of reach of children
- Always pack batteries securely and avoid excessive shock and vibration
- Regularly inspect batteries for exterior wear.
- Never throw your batteries in the trash! Always be sure to recycle them at the
appropriate battery recycling center.
Lithium-Ion batteries should not be exposed to extreme temperatures. Heat and
cold stress the batteries. Always charge and use your batteries at room tempera-
ture. If the battery has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow the battery
to return to room temperature before charging it or using it.
WARRANTY
LATEST INFORMATION
WARRANTY
Phone: +1 541 728 3741
Website: www.evogimbals.com
Address: 20810 Sockeye Pl
Suite 200
Bend, Oregon 97701
[USER MANUAL V1.1}
3-AXIS HANDHELD GIMBAL
FOR MIRRORLESS CAMERAS
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Please check that all items are included, if you are missing any items or components please contact your dealer immediately!
IN THE BOX
RAGE GIMBAL LENS SUPPORT
BRACKET
LENS SUPPORT
SCREW
USER MANUAL 1 YEAR USA
WARRANTY
CAMERA MOUNT
SCREW
CHARGER
MICRO USB
CABLE
STORAGE
CASE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN OVERVIEW
WARNING!
Your new Rage gimbal has been carefully assembled and calibrated
from the factory. Please take the time to read through this manual to
become familiar with the gimbal’s components and proper setup.
Please Be sure to charge your batteries fully before using your gimbal
for the rst time!
ALWAYS MOUNT YOUR
CAMERA PRIOR TO POWER-
ING ON!
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
DAMAGE THE UNIT!
IMPORTANT!
TIPS FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
1 - Pay Attention to Total Weight of Your Camera & Lens
Always be sure to stay within the reccomended camera payload range of
350 - 1200 grams, too much weight can overstress the motors and cause
damage over time.
2 - Take the Time to Balance Your Gimbal
A well balanced gimbal is a healthy, ecient gimbal. The more time you take
to properly balance each axis the better the gimbal will perform in stabiliza-
tion and energy consumption.
4 - Learn the Modes and Practice!
To get the best performance out of your Rage gimbal be sure to become
familiar with all of the operating modes and practice switching between
them. This will help you get the most out of your gimbal for capturing
unique inspireing shots!
3 - Startup Calibration
Your Rage gimbal has a electronic gyroscope that is sesitive to temperature
changes. Become familiar with the proper startup procedure when using
the gimbal for the rst time or when using the gimbal in new enviroment
that may be much hotter or colder than when it was last used!
JOYSTICK
USB PORT
THUMBSCREW
INDICATOR LIGHT
CAMERA
MOUNTING
SCREW
ROLL AXIS
360
TILT AXIS
360
CAMERA TRAY
LENS SUPPORT
SCREW
LENS SUPPORT
BRACKET
THUMBSCREW
THUMBSCREW
PAN AXIS
360
POWER BUTTON
SHIFT LEVER
BATTERY EXTEN
SION TUBE
GIMBALS.COM
ON/OFF64601F-YH218
SERIAL NUMBER
CCI PORT
GETTING STARTED
Remove Baery Sleeve First Before
Installing 26650 Li-Ion Baeries
UNPACK RAGE
01
INSTALL BATTERIES
02
MOUNT CAMERA
03
OPTIONAL
X2 - 18650
Baeries
Your new Rage gimbal comes with two 18650 Li-Ion Batteries good for up to 6
hours of runtime. Be sure to charge your batteries before rst use (see charging).
Screw on the extension handle, install both batteries and tighten the battery cap.
As an option larger - higher capacity 26650
batteries can purchased to use in place of the
18650 batteries increasing the run time up to 12
hours. Please note that the included charger is
for 18650 batteries only.
CAMERA MOUNT
Mount your camera to the mounting plate
using the provided camera mounting screw.
Adjust your camera so that it is centered on
the mounting plate.
First a big thank you for choosing EVO Gimbals! Before you begin please be sure to
unpack your Rage and review your contents list!
Your Rage should be packed with the following items (including this user guide):
SUPPORTED CAMERA/LENS
WEIGHT RANGE:
350 - 1200g (0.76 - 2.65lb)
BALANCE TILT AXIS
04
RAGE GIMBAL LENS SUPPORT
BRACKET
LENS SUPPORT
SCREW
CAMERA MOUNT
SCREW
CHARGER
MICRO USB
CABLE
STORAGE
CASE
2
1
BALANCE ROLL AXIS
05
BALANCE PAN AXIS
06
With the gimbal upright, begin
balancing the Tilt axis by slightly
loosening the Tilt thumbscrew. Make
small adjustments to the height of the
camera tray and retighten the adjust-
ment knob to check for balance.
Fine tune the tilt balance by slightly
unscrewing your camera mount screw and
sliding your camera forward and backward
on the tray. You may need to go back and
forth to adjust the camera tray height to
and camera position to nd the center of
gravity. The goal is for the camera to hold
any static postion in its 360° Tilt Axis Range.
With the gimbal upright, begin balancing the
ROLL axis by slightly loosening the Roll thumb-
screw. Make small adjustments Left & Right and
retighten the adjustment knob to check for
balance.
Again the goal is for the camera to hold any static
position in its 360° Roll Axis Range.
With the gimbal horizontal on its side, begin balancing the PAN axis by slightly
loosening the Pan axis thumbscrew. Make small adjustments Front & Back and
retighten the adjustment knob to check for balance.
Adjust your camera so that it is centered on the mounting plate.
1
2
For more information on the Rage and tutorial videos on balancing and setup
please visit our webpage www.EVOGimbals.com
Tilt, Roll and Pan axis are locked.
Use thumbstick, smartphone APP or blutooth remote to
control Tilt and Pan angle of camera. To return to the
previous mode simply click the thumbstick 1 time.
Your Rage gimbal comes pre-programmed with 3
main operating modes.
To switch between the operating modes simply click
the thumbstick in once or twice to switch back and
forth.
Holding your gimbal upright, power the
gimbal ON by holding down the power button
for 3-4 seconds. The gimbal will initialize and
power on motors automatically.
Your Rage will be in Pan Follow Mode by
default on each startup.
To power motors OFF (Standby Mode) simply
hold the thumbstick down for 2 seconds. To
power the motors back ON hold the thumb-
stick down for another 2 seconds.
To power the gimbal OFF hold the power
button down for 3-4 seconds.
Roll & Tilt Axis are locked. Pan axis smoothly follows left and right.
Use the thumbstick, smartphone APP or blutooth remote to control Tilt angle.
OPERATING MODES
POWER ON/OFF
01
Power ON / OFF by
holding power button
down for 3-4 seconds
SWITCH MODES
02
PAN FOLLOW (DEFAULT) - 1 CLICK
PAN & TILT FOLLOW - 2 CLICKS
LOCK MODE - 2 CLICKS
Roll axis is locked. Pan axis and Tilt axis smoothly follows left/right + up/down.
Use thumbstick, smartphone APP or blutooth remote to control Roll angle of camera. To
return to the previous mode simply click the thumbstick 1 time.
INVERTED MODE
The gimbal can be used inverted while activated in any of
the 3 stabilization modes above. To invert your handle
simply rotate the handle either clockwise or counter
clockwise to bring the handle around the gimbal to the
top.
Red Light = Charging
Blue Light = Finished
Input: DC 5V / 800mA
Output: 4.2V / 400mA x2
Connect charger to any standard USB outlet or phone charger using
the included Micro USB cable. Batteries take approximately 2 to 3
hours to fully charge. Shorter charge times can be achieved using
higher mA rating AC/DC adapter.
ALWAYS USE GENUINE
18350 or 26650 OEM EVO BATTERIES!
Monitor Remaining
Battery Power:
4 Flashes = 75-100%
3 Flashes = 50-75%
2 Flashes = 25-50%
Flashes Quickly = 0-25%
POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
FIRMWARE UPGRADE / SOFTWARE CALIBRATION
Connect gimbal to your computer using the included Micro USB
cable to upgrade the rmware or to use the software calibration tool.
For the latest rmware upgrades, user manuals and software calibra-
tion please visit www.EVOGimbals.com and click on Downloads.
Note: Batteries cannot be charge through Micro USB port.
Your Rage gimbal can be setup to control
the basic functions of your camera using
the CCI camera control interface cable (sold
separately).
Compatible Cameras:
Sony A7S & Panasonic Lumix Series
CCI control allows you to triggers start/stop
recording by using the power button of the
gimbal. You can also control zoom (if
applicable) or focus using the shift lever on
the handle. For more information please
visit EVOGimbals.com
Your gimbal must be matched with the orignal
batteries to guarantee performance, long life and
safety! Never pair dierent brand or dierent model
batteries together.
Additional batteries can be purchased from your
dealer or direct from EVOGimbals.com
CHARGING BATTERIES
ON/OFF
Sh i fter
Lev e r
MICRO USB CONNECTION
CCI CAMERA CONTROL
CCI CONTROL
POWER
INDICATOR
DOWNLOADAPP
AndroidUsers:
DownloadEVOControlAPP from ocial EVOGimbals.com Website
iOSUsers:
1 2
Power on gimbal by
pressing power button.
Turn on Bluetooth in your
smartphone settings menu.
Open the EVO Control APP and search for the EVO RAGE
bluetooth signal. Select the gimbal and the APP will automati-
cally connect. Select “Control”from the bottom menu to view
the control screen.
Remotely power on the motors by pressing the Power button
at the top of the screen.
CONNECT TO YOUR GIMBAL
For the latest information on the EVO Control APP and its function
please go to EVOGimbals.com
The control page allows you to remotely
control your EVO RAGE.
You can put the gimbal into Standby
mode by powering the motors ON/OFF.
This control page also allows you to
remotely switch mode selection and
allows your cameras angles with control of
the Tilt, Roll and Pan axis.
REMOTE CONTROL
CALIBRATION
UPDATE
The calibration page allows you to
remotely complete the 6-Point Calibration
procedure (see Oine Calibration
section).
Click START CALIBRATION and then place
gimbal as shown in the image, once the
position is successfully logged the image
will change to the next step until all 6
positions are logged.
The Update page provides information on
the rmware version of your gimbal and
provides information on any available
updates.
To update the rmware simply click START
UPDATE. Please note that you will need to
be connected to the internet either
through WiFi or your data connection with
your mobile carrier (data fees may apply)
in order to download and install the latest
rmware.
Battery Indicator
4 Flashes = 75-100%
3 Flashes = 50-75%
2 Flashes = 25-50%
Flashes Quickly = 0-25%
Bluetooth Status Indicator
Continuous Flashing = Not Connected
Solid Light = Connected
Flash Once = Device Switch
Charging Indicator
Red = Charging
Green = Fully Charged
Power Switch
UP = Power On
DOWN = Power O
Device Switch
UP = Remote Control
DOWN = Smartphone Control
Multifunction Button
Single click to return gimbal
to original position.
Joystick
Single Click the joystick to switch
between operating modes. Heading
Follow Mode (default) and Heading Lock
Mode.
Double Click the joystick to enter Heading
& Pitch Follow Mode. Single click the
joystick again to exit this mode and return
to previous mode. Please refer to the
Operating Modes section of the manual
for more details.
Remote Specications:
Charging Voltage: 5V
Battery Life: ~30 Hours
Battery Capacity: 150mAh
Transmit/Recieve Current: 11.9mA
Normal Operating Current: 2.8mA
Max Control Distance: ~30’ Feet
Wireless Remote
Binding Instructions
1. Place remote within 5 feet
of gimbal.
2. Hold down the multifunc-
tion button while switching
on the power switch.
3. Bluetooth Indicator light
will rapidly ash while
connecting. Indicator light
will illuminate solid when
connected successfully.
Note: Wireless remote
sold separately.
DOWNLOAD CONTROL APP
For Android users (Supports Android 4.3+) please download
Android APP from EVOGimbals.com
For iOS users please search and download APP (”EVO Control”)
on the iOS APP store.
CONNECT TO EVO REMOTE APP WIRELESS REMOTE
EVO-RAGE342
EVO-RAGE342
SPECIFICATIONS & PERFORMANCE
Dimensions: Length：154mm
Width：159mm
Height：389-402mm
Operating Current: 80mA-6000mA
Operating Temperature: 5F°-115F° (0C°-45C°)
Run-Time: 6h-12h
Gimbal Weight: 950g（no batteries）
Camera Payload: 350g-1200g
Tilt, Roll, Pan Axis Range: 360° (unlimited rotation)
Battery: Lithium Ion
Battery Type: 18650 or 26650
Battery Voltage: 3.7V
Charger Current: 800mAh
Charger Input Voltage: 5V USB
SPECIFICATIONS
360°
360°
360°
154mm
389 - 402mm
159mm
WARRANTY INFORMATION
WARRANTY PERIOD:
The warranty period is (1) Year from the original date of purchase. During this
warranty period, under normal use, EVO Gimbals will at its option, repair and/or
replace parts detemined to be defective.
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. Any unauthorized maintenance, misuse, collision, liquid inltration (water
damage), or modications.
2. Incorrect Use of Product: altering software, removing serial numbers/logos,
using cameras not approved by EVO.
3. Damage due to re, ood, acts of God, misuse and related damage.
4. Any prepaid freight for warranty service.
WARRANTY SERVICE:
If any product issues arise please contact your dealer rst. Many gimbal
performance problems can be solved with a simple calibration sequence. Be
sure to visit www.EVOGimbals.com for the latest tutorial videos.
If it is found that service on your gimbal is needed please visit our ocial
a warranty claim.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
Please register your warranty so we can provide you with the latest rmware
updates, user manuals and tutorial videos. To register your warranty please
and/or obtain warranty service for your gimbal,
Visit Our Web Site:
www.EVOGimbals.com
CONTACT US:
Email: [email protected]
Online: www. EVOGIMBALS .com
Phone: +1 541 728 3741
Address: 20810 Sockeye Pl
Suite 200
Bend, OR 97701
Parts: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of product (“Parts Warranty”),
EVO Gimbals will supply new or refurbished replacement parts in exchange for parts determined to
be defective.
This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product. It does not
cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software
products whether or not contained in the Product; any such software is provided “AS IS”unless
expressly provided for in any enclosed software Limited Warranty. Please refer to the End User
License Agreements included with the Product for your rights and obligations with respect to the
software.
Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you must deliver the product, freight prepaid, in either its
original packaging or packaging aording an equal degree of protection to the EVO Gimbals
authorized service facility specied. It is your responsibility to backup any data, software or other
materials you may have stored or preserved on your unit. It is likely that such data, software, or other
materials will be lost or reformatted during service and EVO Gimbals will not be responsible for any
such damage or loss. A dated purchase receipt is required. For specic instructions on how to obtain
warranty service for your product,
Visit Our Ocial Web Site:
www.EVOGimbals.com
Or email EVO Gimbals Customer Support
For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer please visit our website.
Repair / Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any repair, replacement part
or replacement product for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period or for ninety (90)
days, whichever is longer. Any parts or product replaced under this Limited Warranty will become
the property of EVO Gimbals.
This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by defects in material or workmanship
during ordinary consumer use; it does not cover product issues caused by any other reason,
including but not limited to product issues due to commercial use, acts of God, misuse, limitations of
technology, or modication of or to any part of the EVO Gimbals product. This Limited Warranty does
not cover EVO Gimbals products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables (such as fuses or
batteries). This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or
removed from the product. This Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States.
LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: EVO GIMBALS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS
PRODUCT.
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW,
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS
PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state.
LIMITED WARRANTY
EVO Gimbals (“EVO Gimbals”) warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for
the time periods and as set forth below. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, EVO Gimbals will, at its
option, (i) repair the product using new or refurbished parts or (ii) replace the product with a new or
refurbished product. For purposes of this Limited Warranty,“refurbished”means a product or part
that has been returned to its original specications. In the event of a defect, these are your exclusive
remedies.
Labor: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of the product (“Labor
Warranty”), EVO Gimbals will, at its option, repair or replace with new or refurbished product,
product determined to be defective. If EVO Gimbals elects to replace the product after this Labor
Warranty has expired but while the Parts Warranty below is still in eect, it will do so for the
applicable labor charge.
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