Ikan Beholder MS-PRO User manual

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V1.0 2016.12
3-axis Handheld Stabilizer Gimbal
Beholder MS-PRO
Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction
•About the MS-PRO 3
Product Description
•What’s Included 4
•Charging the Batteries 5
•Installing the Battery Holder 7
•Camera Installation and Balance 8
Getting to Know the MS-PRO
•Powering On 12
•Modes of Operation (Profiles) 13
•OLED Display 14
•Extensions and Extra Features 14
Compatible Camera Models
•List of Supported Cameras 15
Gimbal Working Angles
•Operable Camera Angles 15
Precautions and Safety
•Precautions 15
•Safety 16
Copyright
•Copyright/Trademark Statement 17
Product Specifications
•Technical Specifications 18
Frequently AskedQuestions
•FAQ 19

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The Beholder MS-PRO is the newest upgrade to the popular Beholder MS1 gimbal. It is a three-axis
gyro-stabilizer with an encoder motor and a 32-bit control board. The MS-PRO is compatible with most mirrorless
cameras weighing less than 900 grams, including other small cameras, cell phones, and GoPro cameras.
Whether filming fast-paced actions or aiming for high or low-angle shots, this device will help you correct shakes
or swaying and will balance and smooth the picture in order to achieve professional grade image stabilization.
The MS-PRO uses a 32-bit system, which has a variety of shooting modes through the mode selection button.
The 32-bit encoder system allows the MS-PRO to respond more quickly. By having an encoder with the motor, the
gimbal is more stable, and more accurate than ever before.
The Gimbal can be turned on with a camera at any angle. By manually holding the camera at a certain position,
the gimbal will hold the camera at the held position and support angled shots. The gimbal supports the camera in all
360 degrees while maintaining great stability, supports flip screen cameras, and has provisions for an external
remote control (wired or wireless remote control).
By attaching a monopod to the gimbal, you can simulate a drone shot, low and high follow shots, dolly shot, and
many other different angles. It reduces any types of jitter from the footage. The Beholder MS-PRO includes a USB
port to allow for easy firmware and software upgrades.
The MS-PRO has 20 hours of standby time, with an OLED display that shows the current battery level. Users can
better understand the battery level, charge the battery on time, and eliminate sudden low battery situations. The
OLED screen can also display the current switch mode in real time so that users can know the current shooting
mode.
About the MS-PRO ▲
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
WARNING

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After you’ve received the product and before you use it, please check whether the package contains all the
items in the following inventory. If any item is missing, please get in touch with the dealer to resolve the
situation.
1. MS-PRO Body
2. The Battery Holder
3. 3 x 18650 Battery
4. Camera Quick Release Plate
5. ¼”Screw
6. Power Adapter or USB Cable (dependent on the country’s specifications)
What’s Included ▲

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Battery charging and inserting
For best performance, please use ikan IB-18650-26 batteries. The LED indicator will turn red while
charging and green if the batteries are fully charged.
Connect the battery holder (Fig. 1) to the USB power supply before the batteries are installed in
the holder. The LED will turn green to indicate the USB power can be used. Disconnect the battery holder
and insert the three batteries. Connect the battery holder to the charger again. The LED indicator will turn
red to indicate the batteries have started to charge. If less than three batteries are placed in the battery
holder, the indicator light displays green to indicate that charging has not started. The battery holder can
only charge all three batteries atonce.
Note: The battery holder can only be used as a charger stand temporarily. When the battery LED
indicator turns green to indicate the completion of charging, the batteries are only charged to 80% of the
battery capacity. For 100% charge, please buy a professional charge adapter or use ikan’s ICH- SC4 smart
charger.
The battery holder charge time is 3-4 hours.
Charging the Batteries ▲
WARNING
When using the battery holder as a charger, the USB power supply must meet the minimum
requirements.
The common USB port may not supply enough power to charge the batteries. A USB adapter rated at a
minimum of 2.5A/12.5W or more may be needed.

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Recommendations
•We recommended using a dedicatedcharger like the ikan ICH-SC4.
•If the product is not used for a long time, charge the batteries up to 70% of their capacity and store
them in a cool,dry place.
•If you need more batteries, try to purchase ikan IB-18650-26-3PK official batteries or other reliable
batteries with a protection circuit to avoid overcharging and damaging the batteries. Using damaged
or different capacity batteries may result in failing to start up theBeholder MS-PRO.
•Hint: Currently, the maximum capacity of an 18650 battery is 3500mah. Try to avoid fake suppliers
advertising a hugecapacity.
Charging the Batteries ▲

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Instructions to use the battery holder
Mount the 18650 batteries with the negative electrode of the battery (-) towards the spring (Fig. 2). Push the three
18650 batteries inward.
Fig. 2. Inserting batteries into the battery holder
Install the battery holder into the battery compartment with the two electrical terminals toward the direction of
insertion (Fig. 3)
Fig. 3. Inserting the battery holder into gimbal handle
Installing the Battery Holder ▲
WARNING
Before starting the gimbal, make sure the camera is properly mounted on the stabilizer and perfectly
balanced.

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STEP 1
Mount the camera quick release
•Remove the quick release plate from the gimbal.
•Attach the quick release plate to the camera (Fig. 4). Be careful not to twist it too tight at this point.
•Make sure the quick release plate direction is facing forward toward the lens.
Fig. 4. The camera is attached to the quick release plate
Camera Installation and Balance ▲
WARNING
Before installing the camera and adjusting the balance, remove the camera lens cover, attach the lens
hood, and insert a memory card and camera batteries, as well as any other accessories. The camera should
be fully ready to shoot.

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STEP 2
Install the camera on gimbal base
•Install the camera with quick release mounted into the Beholder MS-PRO bottom mount base (Fig.5).
•Slightly adjust the position of the camera into the base until you find a horizontal balance.
•Shift the camera as close to the pitch motor as possible. Use the base plate positioning if needed.
•Tighten the thumb screws.
•Use a screwdriver to tighten the 1/4 quick release screw.
STEP 3
Adjust the gimbal roll –left and right balance
•Release the roll thumb M4 screw and make the arm to be the shortest then tighten the M4 screw.
•Slide the roll arm left or right until the camera finds a balance position and doesn’t lean left or right.
•Tighten the thumb screws.

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STEP 4
Adjust the gimbal pitch - up and down balance
•Loosen the camera plate M4 thumb screw to adjust the pitch level (M4 thumb screw –in Fig. 7)
•Move the camera plate arm up and down, until the camera stays in place at any lens angle.
•Tighten the thumb screws.
STEP 5
Adjust the gimbal pan–forward and backward balance
•Loosen the pan motor left thumb screw
•Tilt the gimbal handle 45 degrees forward.
•Move the pan arm to the left side or to the right side at 90 degrees and observe the direction it tends to move
when released.
•If the pan arm tends to go up/backward, then the gimbal is front heavy: move the pan arm back slightly and
repeat the side test.
•If the pan arm tends to move down/forward, it means the gimbal is back heavy: move the pan arm slightly
forward and repeat the side test.
•When in balance, the pan arm should stay at any position around the handle when the handle is tilted forward.
•Tighten the thumb screws

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Recommendations
•After adjusting the camera installation, check that each knob is fully tightened.
•Do not overtighten the screw wrench to avoid stripping the screw.
•For very small cameras and lenses, if you cannot reach the balance as per the steps above, replace
the camera or lens.
TIP
•Before starting the gimbal, make sure the camera is properly mounted on the stabilizer and perfectly
balanced.
•Beholder MS-PRO uses the latest 32-bit systems, a multi-processor technology and inductive motor
technology, with greatly improved torque. Therefore, it's able to start and level the camera if it is out
of balance, but for shot stability, battery life and power saving, we strongly recommend you find the
best balance first and then power the gimbal on and shoot thevideo.

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Starting the gimbal in default profile
•Press the power button for two solid second to power the gimbal on.
•The gimbal start in Pan follow mode.(Profile 2)
•Use the five-way joystick (Fig. 9 [1]) to control the camera tilt and pan direction.
Push the joystick up or down for tilt up and down.
Push the joystick to left or to right to pan camera to left or right.
The OLED shows the current condition
Power ON ▲

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Switching the gimbal to different modes of operation (profiles)
•Press the mode button one time, which is located under the OLED screen to enter Lock Mode (Profile 1):
camera will hold the direction and not follow, pan, or tilt.
•Press the mode button twice to enter Pan-Follow Mode (Profile 2): The gimbal follows pan and holds the
tilt position.
•Press the mode button three times to enter Follow Mode (Profile 3): The camera follows the tilt and pan
directions.
•Press the mode button four times to enter Full Follow Mode (Profile 4): The gimbal will follow roll, pitch,
and pan.
•Press the mode button five times to enter Profile 5: This will level roll and bring the pitch to the horizon.
•Press the mode button and hold for six seconds to calibrate the gyroscope.
Modes of Operation (Profiles) ▲
TIP
Any of the profiles can be set to hold a specific angle or position manually. Take the camera with one hand and
hold it in the desired position for 2 seconds. The system will automatically save the desired angle.

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Boot interface with company logo
profile1: Press mode button once: Lock mode
profile2: Press mode button twice: Pan Follow mode
profile3: Press mode button three times: Follow mode
profile4: Press mode button four times: 3-Axis Follow mode
profile5: Press mode button five times: Return to the Home position
Note:
Press and hold the mode button for 6 seconds to start gyro calibration Do not move the
gimbal while callibration is in the process. In case gimbal is moved, please redo the
calibration. Usually the calibration takes about 5 seconds during this time the gimbal
shut off and restart the motors.
Extensions and extra features
•3/8 standard screw holes, connecting rods 1/4 or 3/8 turn screws sold separately.
•Mini USB for controlling the gimbal via wired joystick
•Handle screw for an external monitor and microphone, lights, etc.
•Genuine universal quick release plate Manfrotto 577 series, such as 501PL, 701,etc. 50mm width Quick Edition
Compatible camera models
•The Beholder MSPRO supports lighter than 200-900gram mirrorless cameras, Gopro cameras, and
smartphones.
•List of supported cameras:
Compatible Cameras ▲
Extra Features ▲
OLED Display ▲

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•Mirrorless: A6300, A7R2, A7S + 24- 70 / 16- 35, GH4 + 12- 35, GH3 + 14- 140 and so on.
•Compact cameras: RX100, LX100
Handheld camera angle range
Things to consider before use
The Beholder MS-PRO is shipped from the factory with perfect calibration. However, after a long period of unuse or
if the temperature difference is too large, it may cause the gyroscope to drift automatically or to tilt during use.
Gyro Correction:
Place the Beholder MS-PRO horizontally on the table, power on the gimbal and press and hold the menu button for 6
seconds. The system automatically enters the gyroscope calibration mode. The motors lose power for 5 seconds. After
that, the automatic system calibration is complete and the stabilizer can resume normal use.
Note:
1. During the calibration process, hold the gimbal handle on the table as stable as possible.
2. The mini USB port is designed only for a wired joystick and can't be used for charging.
3. In order to obtaina better shooting experience in the use of MSPRO when shooting, avoid any collision
and do not use excessive force.
Important safety instructions
1. Do not get too close to a magnetic field or the source of extreme heat and fire.
Safety ▲
Precautions ▲
Gimbal Working Angles ▲

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2. Using and storing this product under high temperature and humidity, water, or highly corrosive environment
can cause the device an internal fault.
3. Protect the power cord to avoid trampling or backlog, particularly at plugs, sockets and other parts.
4. Do not use incompatible power supply, charger or batteries that may cause a fire, explosion or other hazard.
Use only manufacturer approved equipment and matching accessories to meet safety standards. Other types of
accessories may cause problems with the product or a security incident.
5. For a long-term out of use of this product, please remove the battery, wrap it in a dust-proof packaging and
place it in a dry environment.
6. Do not use the device during a thunderstorm or it may result in equipment malfunction or a risk of lightning
strike.
7. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat in the environment, such as sunlight, fire or similar factors.
8. Do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing liquids.
9. Do not place conductive objects at the battery holder electrical terminal, or contact the battery ends, in order
not to cause the battery to short-circuit or cause burns and other physical injuries due to the battery overheat.
10. Do not expose the battery near any heat sources such as sunlight, heaters, microwave, oven, stove, radiator, or
other instruments that produce heat (including amplifiers).
11. If the battery is used improperly, there may be an explosion hazard. In order to reduce the risk of fire or burns,
do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external connections, expose to heat or throw in fire.
12. If the batteries leak, do not allow the liquid contact the skin or eyes. If you come in contact with the skin or eyes,
wash with water immediately and go to hospital for medical treatment.
13. If battery discoloration, deformation, abnormal heat and other phenomena occurs, please stop using and
replace the battery.
14. This product may contain small equipment and parts, keep the device and its accessories out of reach of
children, children may damage the device or swallow small parts, beware of choking hazard.
15. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations.

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Copyright/Trademark Statement
Beholder® and ikan® are certified trademarks, which cannot be used without our permission for any
other purposes. The product has a number of patents so if copies of the product are found, the perpetrator
will hold the relevant legal responsibility.
A regular dealer must obtain marketing authorization documents. Please visit an authorized
dealer to purchase.
A list of distributors can be found on the website. In case the product is purchased on a non-
authorized channel, we will not provide after-sales service for the product.
Product features, appearance or other functions may change over time. The company is free to
implement and release any changes as desired.
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Beholder MS-PRO technical specifications
Model: MS-PRO 3-axis single handheld gimbal stabilizer
Load Capacity: 900g
Battery: 3x 18650 3.7v
Battery Operating Time: Approx. 8-10 hours
Battery Charging time: Approx. 3-4 hours
Working temperature: -10 to 70 degrees Celsius
Working angles:
Pan: 360°
Roll: 355°+-180°（effective operating range）
Pitch: 355°+-180°（effective operating range）
Tripod Mounting Thread 3/8"
Accessory Mounting Threads 1 x ¼ -20"
Length 17cm
Dimensions Width 13.4cm
Height 31.4cm
Weight 1.94 lb ( 0.8kg)
Canon: 5D / 6D / 7D + 16-35
f4.0 / f2.8,24-105
f4.0,24-70
Camera Support: Mirrorless, 5D/6D/7D+16-35 f4.0/f2.8，24-105 f4.0，24-70 , A6300, A7
+24-70/16-35、GH4+12-35/14-40/7-14，RX100、LX100.
Product Specifications ▲

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Frequently asked questions and answers
1. How do you charge the gimbal?
The Beholder MS-PRO can be charged in two ways: using the built-in battery holder micro USB or using a separate
authorized dedicated charger (recommended) such as the ikan ICH-SC4.
Charging using the battery holder:
- Remove the battery cap cover on the bottom of the handle.
- Take the battery holder out.
- Connect the power cable to the Micro USB.
- Connect the other cable end to power supply.
Charging using a dedicated charger:
- Buy an authorized smart charger
- Release the battery holder.
- Take out the batteries and charge with fast charger.
2. After mounting the quick release plate, sliding it into the stabilizer seems difficult. How do you fix this?
Release the 1/4 screw about two turns and then insert to the gimbal QR base.
3. After balancing the camera, adjusting the camera’s center of gravity, and tightening the screws, the camera is
still wobbly and unstable. Why?
You need to put the rubber stickers onto the quick release plate and then put the camera back on.
4. Why is my battery holder not charging?
When using the battery holder as a charger, the USB power supply must meet the minimum requirements. The
common USB port may not supply enough power to charge the batteries. A USB adapter rated at a minimum of
2.5A/12.5W or more may be needed. You can also purchase the Beholder multi-function intelligent charger.
5. When I start up the stabilizer(the camera’s center of gravity has been adjusted), why is it always twisted to one
side?
This may be from gyro magnetic fields that are affecting the surrounding environment, leading to an incorrect gyro
direction. Solution: Press and hold the mode button for about 6 seconds to enter the calibration mode. It can be used
normally after calibration is complete.
TIP
Fully charged 18650 batteries measure 4.21V through a volt meter.
TIP
After balancing the camera, mark the position with a pen. This will help you find the balance faster the
next time you mount the same camera and lens.