Gudsen MOZA Pro User manual

User manual

User note
Congratulations on your purchase of the MOZA series 3-axis camera gimbal!
These instructions will help you to successfully install and correctly use this
product and its accessories. Please read these instructions carefully before using
this product.
Announcements
1. We have done our best to create accurate and complete instructions, but
minor errors and omi ssi ons may still exi st . When in doubt , please refer to the
actual prod uct .
2. Gudsen isresponsible for the warranty and maintenance of the product itself.
However, Gudsen assumes noliabilityfor damage or injuries incurred directly
orindirectly from misuse of the product.
3. By reading this disclaimer, you also acknowledgethat:
(1) Any part of this disclaimer is subject to change without prior notice. Please
refer to www.gudsen.com for the latest version.
(2) Gudsen reserves the right of final interpretation of this disclaimer.

Contents
Software and APP
Downloading and Installation······ 28
Connection with MOZA··········· 29
Parameters and Functions········· 30
Sensor Calibration··············· 36
Firmware Upgrade on Gimbal······ 37
Firmware Upgrade on Thumb Controller
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APP Connection with MOZA ······ 45
Using the APP·················· 46
Specifications
MOZA Pro Specifications·········· 43
Thumb Controller Specifications···· 43
Intelligent Battery··············· 43
Charger Battery················· 43
FAQs······························ 44
Maintenance······················· 46
Terms & Conditions
User Note··················· 1
In the Box···················· 2
Safety Instructions·············3
Operation Guide
MOZA Pro Diagram·············4
Installation···················6
Balancing···················· 9
Getting Started···············11
Using the Gimbal
Follow Modes················13
Operation Modes·············14
Gimbal Operation·············15
Camera····················· 16
Thumb Controller
Thumb Controller Diagram······ 17
Button Instructions··········· 18
Using the Main Menu·········· 19
Settings·····················20
Menu Function List············22

Designed for professional film production, the MOZA Pro is an intelligent 3-axis
electronic gyroscope stabilizer made by Gudsen Technology to create smooth video.
MOZA Pro has a maximum payload of 10kg that can support most large cinema
cameras.
The wireless thumb controller designed exclusively by Gudsen Technology works
perfectly with MOZA Pro for camera recording and focus control.
Tuning MOZA Pro is possible via the MOZA Assistant. The Assistant works on
multiple operating systems, including iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac OS X.
Product Introduction

Gimbal X 1
Stand X 1
Handle Bar X 1
Accessory Mount X 2
Intelligent Battery X 1
Battery Charger X 1
Pan Extension Arm X 1（Assembled）
Roll Extension Arm X 1 （Assembled）
Counterweight Set（Securing Rods & Counterweights）X 1（Optional）
Wireless Thumb Controller（accessory mount assembled）X 1
Wireless Thumb Controller x 1
Accessory Mount x 1
1/4 Screw x 1
Quick Install Assembly X 1
Camera Mounting Plate x 1
1/4” Camera Screw x 2
3/8” Camera Screw x 1
Tool Bag X 1
Follow Focus Assembly Tube x 2
1/4” Screw x 1
3/8” Screw x 1
Lens Support x1
L2/L2.5/L3 Allen Wrench x 3
Flannelette Bag x 1
Cables X 5
Micro USB Cable x 1
Mini to Mini USB Cable x 1
Mini to Micro USB Cablex1
Mini to 2.5mm Control Cable*1
DC 3.5mm to D-TAP Power Cable*1
User Manual X 1
Wrapper X 1
Carrying Case x 1
First Layer EVA Cotton x 1
Second Layer EVA Cotton x 1
Cotton Interlayer x 1
In the Box

1. The MOZA Pro is a precision machine, but it is not waterproof. Keep it away from
rain and other damp conditions. Do not place it on items containing liquid or store
any items on it that contain liquid.
2. Do not use this product at a gas station, filling station, or any other location that bans
the use of electronic devices.
3. Do not use the MOZA Pro at hospitals, on airplanes, etc. It contains wireless
equipment.
4. Keep this product away from children to avoid a choking hazard. The MOZA Pro is
equipped with small parts and accessories.
5. T he MOZA Lite2 and thumb controller are powered by a large-capacity lithi um
battery . If mi sused , the battery could explode, resulting i n fire and possi bl e
chemi cal burns . Please observe the following precautions:
(1). Do not dismantle the battery.
(2). Do not crush, beat, throw, stomp on, or shake the battery.
(3). Do not short-circuit the battery. Keep the MOZA Pro away from metal and other
conductors.
(4). Store the battery in anenvironment in which the temperature is lower 65 ℃
and keepit out of direct sunlight.
(5). Keep the battery away fromfire.
(6). Do not use a damaged or leaking battery.
(7). Use the original batter y and charger supplied here. Do not use other batteri es
charger. Or use this battery or charger with other machines. Gudsen has no
responsibilities in any of the above situations.
Safety Instructions

1. Handle bar
2. Slide Handle
3. Safety Pin for Handle Bar
4. Locking-knob for Handle Bar
5. Pan/Yaw Motor
6. Pan/Yaw Arm
7. Mainboard
8. Roll Motor
9. Roll Arm (U-shaped arm）
10. Tilt Motor
11. Camera Upper Mount Assembly
12. Camera Lower Mount Assembly
13. Safety Pin for Gimbal
14. Locking-knob for Gimbal
15.
3.5mm DC 14.8V Output Connector
16. Mini-USB 5V Output Connector
VCC
GND
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1. Top Handle
2. Locking-knob for Handle Bar
3. Intelligent Battery
4.
Communication Port (CAN/USB/PPM)
5. Knob to Lock Camera Upper Mount
Assembly
6. Knob to Adjust Tilt Balance of
Camera Upper Mount Assembly
7. Knob to Adjust Tilt Balance of
Camera Lower Mount Assembly
8.
Knob to Adjust Right/Left Balance of
Camera Lower Mount Assembly
9. USB Control Connector
PPM
GND
VCC
DAT
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1. Preparation before i nstallation.
Before you start using your MOZA Pro, be sure to
charge the battery. Check the battery level before use.
To check the current battery level, press the button
on the left side. Small blue lights will go on.
Each blue light indicates 20% power. The battery is charged
when the last small light is blinking. The charge port is on the right.
The intelligent battery functions only when installed on the MOZA Pro. It will shut
down automatically when it is not installed on the MOZA Pro.
Make sure that the thumb controller is
sufficiently charged before attempting to use it.
Always check the battery level before use.
Press the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds to turn
the wireless thumb controller on . The currently
battery level will be displayed on the top right side of
the screen. Charge the thumb controller wi th a
Micro USB cable when the battery is running low .
The thumb controller can be charged with any
standard 5 volt power source with a USB port.
Therefore, no extra charger is included here.
When charging the thumb controller in its power-off state, the screen will show
"Charging" and indicate the battery level.
Installation

2. Install the tuning stand
The stand is composed of an upper rod holder, lower rod holder, and 5 round rods.
The upper rod holder comes with a groove and locking screw on the side.
Insert the two shorter rods without grooves into the lower rod holder to assemble the stand
base.
Insert the sleeve-free end of the longer rod into the lower rod holder, and the other end into the
upper rod holder.
Insert the two shorter rods with grooves into the upper rod holder and make sure the groove is
upwards. This will make it convenient to hold the MOZA Pro.
Tighten all knobs and screws to finish installation of the tuning stand.
Upper Rod Holder Lower Rod Holder
3. Install the handle bar onto the gimbal
Place the handle bar onto the stand. Attach the side handle to the handle bar and lock it in
your preferred position. Then, slide it horizontally into the gimbal and tighten the locking-knob.
Holding the gimbal by the side handle, make sure the gimbal is not loose.

4. Install the intelligent battery
Insert the intelligent Slide down until the
battery directly into the locking-pin is secured.
battery slot.
5. Attach the camera to the gimbal
There are two different screws in the mounting plate: ¼” and 3/8”. Choose the correct screw
holes for your camera’s configuration.
Change the horizontal position of the camera on the mounting plate to make sure it is centered.
Slide the mounting plate onto the gimbal. Then, balance the camera on the gimbal and tighten
the lock-knob. If the mounting plate does not work properly, use the L3 wrench to tighten the
screw below the handle.

6. Install the extension arms
1 2 3 4
Loosen the screw [1], take out the baffle plate [2], and insert the extension arm into the yaw axis. Secure it with
4 M4*20 screws [3]. Tighten it with 1 M3*10 head screw [4]. You are now finished installing the yaw-axis
extension arm.
1 2 3
Take out 4 screws at [1], dismantle the rolling arm, and take out the roll-axis extension arm [1]. Fit the roll-axis
extension arm to the parting position and use 7 screws to fix the port [3] to finish the installation.
7.Installing the Upper Mounting Kit
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Loosen the tilt arm by loosening the knob at [1]. Insert the upper tilt arm to the connector [2] and tighten the
knob.
Loosen the knob at [3], and adjust the locking kit until its screw hole fits into the camera. Then, tighten the
camera with either the ¼” or 3/8”screw.

Installing Counterweights
When the weights of the camera and lens are not distributed evenly, the balance cannot
be adjusted. Adding counterweights can adjust the centre of gravity.
The counterweight kit is made up of 3 large counterweights (326g each), 3 small
counterweights(155g each) and 1 weight connector.
The weight connector is locked to the specialized quick-release plate via 2 M4*12 cylindrical
screws. The counterweights can be installed directly via the 5 1/4'' screw holes under the
weight connector. At the bottom of the counterweight, there is also a 1/4'' screw hole. This
allows for the counterweights to be connected to one another.
Installation of the counterbalance is generally not required.

Balance
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3.Balance the roll arm
Loosen the two lock-knobs to slide the camera left or right until the roll axis be
comes level. Then, tighten the two lock-knobs.
4.
Balancing the pan axis
Loosen the lock-knob to slide the compartment forward or backwards until the pan
axis stays still when released.

To check MOZA’s function before your first use, follow the steps below:
1. Long press the battery’s ON/OFF button to turn on MOZA. This will check if the machine
is stable and noiseless.
2. Long press the thumb controller’s ON/OFF button to turn on the controller. Check its
effectiveness. Move the joystick in all directions to see whether it can operate MOZA
successfully and noiselessly.
3. Take the handle from the stand and move it in the roll, pan, and tilt
axis directions. Check the camera’s stability during this process.
4. Switch to the following different modes: underslung, upright, and briefcase. Repeat step
three for each mode.
5. Put the handle back on the stand and turn on the camera. After it is on, quick press the ON-
OFF button on the thumb controller to see if the camera will start to record. Roll the roller to
observe if it changes the camera’s focus. Press the ON/OFF button on the thumb controller
while the camera is recording to see if the camera turns off．
6. After completing the steps above, you should be able to begin shooting.
Getting Started
Some things to remember before you get started:
1. Heavy lenses may be necessary in certain cases, but heavy lenses change the camera’
s center of gravity, causing oscillation. Use the lens support in these situations. Remove the
lens support from the tool bag and install it on the pan axis quick release.
2. Follow Focus may also be needed on certain occasions. For your convenience, two tubes
for use in installing Follow Focus have been supplied. Remove them from the tool bag and
rotate the connecting base of the mount plate.
3. In some situations, you may need to use a very light camera or lens for shooting. Since
the roll axis power motor is quite heavy, this may cause the horizontal gravity to be uneven. In
such cases, advanced roll adjustment is necessary. Loosen the 4 screws on the U-shaped
handle. Contact official customer support, if necessary.
4. After installation and balancing, turn on the battery to make MOZA work. The left button
on the battery works as follows:
A quick press in the shutdown state displays the battery level, while a long press in the
shutdown state turns on the machine.
A long press when the battery level is displayed forces a reboot, while a quick press in the
power-on state causes shutdown.

Follow Mode
Usually, by default a lens will keep level in all circumstances. When the Follow Mode is on, the lens will
follow the movement of the operation instead of locking in a level direction.
There are 3 types of Follow Modes. Quickly press the ’Option’ button to switch among the modes.
For more specific operations, refer to the thumb controller function instructions.
Pan Mode: The default mode. The tilt and roll axes will lock. The lens will keep level and forward, and
follow the pan axis movement.
Tilt Mode: Only the roll axis will lock to keep the picture level. The tilt and pan axes will follow the
movement.
Pan & Tilt Mode: Only the roll axis will lock to keep the picture level. The tilt and pan axes will follow
the movement.
All-Lock Mode: All 3 axes will keep locked. The lens will always stay in a fixed direction.
Function Instructions

Operation Modes
There are 3 operation modes for the MOZA Pro . It is very flexible and can change its shape to
adapt to various situations. Users can choose the proper mode for their shooting
circumstances. Thespecific steps for transformation areasfollows:
Underslung Mode Briefcase Mode
Upright Mode

Gimbal Movement Control
The gimbal's movement can be controlled by the thumb or SBUS controller. The thumb controller works
effectively within 30 meters of the gimbal. It can control the pan and tilt axis movements in all Follow
and Operation Modes. The gimbal will stop and hold the last position. The last position will then
become the new stable position, and MOZA will balance according to it. The control effect won't
be interrupted by your movement or a Follow effect. You can control the gimbal’s
movement by the thumb controller or through your own actions.
Opposite cable connections may lead to an inability to control the gimbal with the wireless thumb
controller. Errors in VCC will cause electrical circuit fault. Please make sure the correct cables are
connected before the power is turn on.
PPM
GND
VCC
DAT

OLEO
SPEED
OPTION
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ROLLER
Interface Diagram
LOGO
JOYSTICK
ON/OFF
Wireless Thu mb Controller