Ikan Fly-X3 Plus User manual
What’s Included
QUICKSTART GUIDE
1 x Gimbal
1 x Smartphone Clamp
1 x Battery Grip
1 x Bag with Shoulder Strap
1 x Charger & Plugs
1 x Counterweight
FLY-X3-PLUS
3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer
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The FLY-X3-PLUS Gimbal from Ikan turns your mobile
phone or GoPro camera into a powerful image capture
tool, shooting fluid professional video and eliminating
shaky camera moves. The unique 3-axis brushless motor
gyro system uses sophisticated software to stabilize
your smartphone or GoPro, and makes pans, tilts
and even walking shots appear to “fly.” Complicated
steady rigs are difficult to balance but the FLY-X3-
PLUS is easy to set up and operate. Simply place your
smartphone in the cradle with your lens to the left, then
level the FLY-X3-PLUS and turn on. The motors will
level within a few seconds, and you’re ready to shoot.
For a better handheld solution for the GoPro Hero 3 &
4, use a GoPro mount (FX3P-GPM, optional accessory).
The mount will enclose the GoPro while allowing
easy access to all buttons and quick-flip access to the
battery. The GoPro mount is custom-fit for utilizing the
GoPro on the FLY-X3-PLUS. To “fly” the GoPro, use the
cradle, and lock and refasten the GoPro frame. Capture
longer takes with the Gesture Control System. Initiate
Gesture Control by tilting and panning the handle,
and the camera will follow these movements smoothly.
FLY-X3-Plus 3-Axis Smartphone
Gimbal Stabilizer
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WHAT’S
INCLUDED:
SPECIFICATIONS:
Smartphone Clamp Size: Fits 2.49”–3.6” (63.24 mm–91.44 mm)
Accepts: iPhone 6,6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Series and Phones up to 3.6” Wide
Battery Capacity: 16.6 watt/hour
Weight: 1 lb (0.46kg)
Will Support Smaller Smartphones: With Optional Accessory (iPhone 4 & 5)
Gesture Control System
Customized High Quality Brushless DC Motors
6-Axis IMU Incorporated
GIMBAL
BAG with
SHOULDER STRAP
CELLPHONE CLAMP
CHARGER
& PLUGS
BATTERY GRIP
COUNTERWEIGHT
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3-AXIS
FUNCTION
TILT/PITCH AXIS MOTOR
Slows down the rate of tilt/pitch to stabilize against sudden and
quick tilting motions. To tilt the camera angle, simply tilt the
gimbal forward (away from you) or backward (toward you).
PAN AXIS MOTOR
Slows down the rate of panning/turning to stabilize against
sudden and quick turning. This enables a controlled turn rate of
the camera, which protects against sudden camera turns. Simply
twist your gimbal left and right to see how this works.
CONTROL BOARD
INSIDE THE BOX
ROLL AXIS MOTOR
Stabilizes the smart phone against side-to-side
movement of the handle.
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CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS:
To charge the FLY-X3-PLUS remove
the battery from the handle and make
sure the switch is in the OFF position.
Plug coax charger plug into port at
the top of the battery. The battery will
charge in 2-3 hours. The blue indicator
lights will show battery level during
charging process.
When the RED LED light blinks,
please recharge battery. Remove
battery from handle to check battery
level. Press once to check power level
and press again to power off.
NOTE: Additonal Batteries may be purchased.
SKU: FX3P-BATT
Step 1:
Remove smart phone from any cases and place in
clamp. Slide your phone left or right to level as much
as possible.
Step 2:
Based on the weight of larger phones, it may be
necessary to attach the included counterweight, you
may need to adjust the weight to compensate for
any roll. Slide the counterweight back and until the
phone is perpendicular to the ground.
Adjusting the
counterweight to balance
it along the roll direction
GETTING STARTED
WITH FLY-X3-PLUS
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Step 3:
After leveling the phone, it is best to turn ON
your camera and orient the screen to face you.
Keep it balanced along pitch direction.
Step 4:
Turn on the FLY-X3-PLUS now by pressing power
button on the bottom of the handle and hold the
handle upright. The smart phone will adjust &
level its gyro motors calibration in seconds, and
you’re ready to shoot.
Camera Lens favors left
side of the cradle
Fits 2.49”-3.6”
(63.24 mm-91.41 mm)
Expandable Clamp
CLICK!
When turning on the
gimbal, please hold it
upright with the phone
level to ensure proper
balance/calibration. The
gimbal is now ready for
use. Press it again to
turn off the gimbal.
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HOW TO CHANGE MOUNTS:
You may change the mounts on the
FLY-X3-PLUS to accept to GoPro,
smaller and larger smart phones.
Remove the hex screws from the
smart phone cradle.
To remove the mount, press the
clamp towards the top as indicated
by the arrows. The cradle will slide up
and out. The Mount will release from
the slotted gimbal head and you may
change mounts.
You may install the GoPro or small
phone mount by inserting into slots
and sliding into position and replacing
the hex screws.
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TROUBLESHOOTING:
Q: The gimbal won’t stabilize and would not hold my
smartphone horizontal.
A: Ensure that you have charged the battery of the gimbal
before operating it, and then repeat Step 2 of the Quick Start
guide. Also ensure that the phone is fully placed in the holder or
the gimbal will have difficulty achieving balance.
Q: My phone won’t fit in the clamp.
A: If your phone is too small for the clamp, try using a phone
case. If that does not work, we offer a smaller clamp as an
accessory. If your phone is too large the device
mount is not compatible. Please contact your
seller.
Q: I can’t see any picture on my
smartphone’s screen.
A: First, please check that you turn
on the camera of your smart phone
and then check that it is installed in the
correct orientation. Please refer to Step 2
of the Quick Start guide.
Q: How long can it last?
A: Normally the battery can last 2-3 hours.
*For best results, turn OFF vibrate mode on phone as it may
interfere with operation.
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FX3P-SMLC
FLY-X3 PLUS Small Phone Cradle
Features:
• Supports smaller phones like iPhone 4 & 5
• Quick release with 2 screw attachment
FX3P-GPM
FLY-X3 PLUS GoPro Mount
Features:
• Supports Hero3 & Hero4
• Easy swing away for quick battery change
• Quick release with 2 screw attachment
FX3P-BATT
FLY-X3 PLUS Battery
Features:
• Easy Quick Release “Clip” Style Battery
• Integrated ON/OFF Button & LED Power
Indicator
• Charges with 2.5mm Coax Charger
(Included with Gimbal)
• Exact OEM Replacement for FLY-X3-PLUS
Gimbal
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
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FLY-X3-PLUS with
GoPro Mount
FLY-X3-PLUS with
iPhone6 Plus
CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY SERVICE
• Free service for one year from the day of purchase if the problem is caused by manufacturing errors.
• The components and maintenance service fee will be charged if the warranty period is expired.
Free Service will not be Provided in the Following Situations:(*Even if the product is still within the warranty period.)
• Damage caused by abuse or misuse, dismantling, or changes to the product not made by the company.
• Damage caused by natural disaster, abnormal voltage, and environmental factors, etc.
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