Pilotfly H2 User manual

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Instruction manual
Pilotfly Technology Co. LTD. ■Jiafeng S. Rd. No.118,2F-2 ■ Zhubei City, Hsinchu County 30271 ■ Taiwan
Pilotfly UG (haftungsbeschränkt) ■ Wendelsteinstr.12 ■ 86163 Augsburg ■ Deutschland
3-axes stabilized steady stative
for mirrorless cameras and digital single lens reflex cameras (SLRs)

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Imprint
Version IM_1.0.CCF.20160516-EN
English, 1st Edition, 05.2016
© Pilotfly
Copyright
This document is protected by copyright. All rights, including those of the whole or partial photo-mechanical
reproduction, duplication and spreading (e. g., by means of data processing, to datacarriers and data network
works) as well as content and technical changes, are left in the course of constant product improvements.

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Dear customer,
We thank you for your confidence and wish you a lot of joy and success with your new Pilotfly product. You
have decided in favor of a high-quality product with that. Thanks to new efficient engines with built-in MCUs
(micro controller units) the Pilotfly H2 gimbal is suitable as well for mirrorless cameras as for digital single
lens reflex cameras now, too.Furthermore, it is equipped with 32 bit Alexmos Technology, integrated encoder
and two IMUs (inertial measurement units) and thus it gives newest possibilities for a vibrationless film
production. We have paid the greatest attention to an easy handling as well as a high versatility, flexibility
and endurance. So fast assembling or exchange of your camera is now possible for you and an adjustment
without any additional aids. The battery endurance was increased up to ca. 26 hours.
Even if you are familiar with handling electronic equipments, please read the instruction manual, because it
is an important component of this product. It contains important notes for the safety, the use and thedisposal.
Familiarize yourself with all hints to use and safety items before you use the product. Follow the notes and
tips, so that you can use your new product optimally. Only use the product as described and for the indicated
fields of application.
IMPORTANT
AFTER YOU HAVE READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL,KEEP IT TOGETHER WITH THE PRODUCT FOR A LATER LOOKING
UP.IN CASE YOU GIVE THE PRODUCT TO ANY THIRD PARTY,HAND OVER IT TOGETHER WITH ALL DOCUMENTS.
Nevertheless, if you should have problems with your product, please address your enquiry to
[email protected]m.tw (Taiwan) or [e-mail] (Germany). We help you along willingly promptly and give
you information about the next steps.
Service Adresse Taiwan
Pilotfly Technology Co. LTD.
Jiafeng South Rd. No.118, 2F-2
Zhubei City, Hsinchu County 30271
Taiwan
Email: yanherli[email protected]
Service Adress Germany
Pilotfly UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Wendelsteinstr.12
86163 Augsburg
Deutschland
Email: marcus.osw[email protected]
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All other products and brand names which are mentioned in this manual or in the other documentations to
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Product Overview
Components

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Product Overview
Fuction keys and LED displays
„Mode“-key button
You can change the mode or calibrate the device by pressing
the key button.
4 way joy-stick
With the joy-stick you can change the angle of inclination of the
camera and the horizontal angle of rotation.
LED display
LED display power adapter

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Product Overview
„Mode“ -key button
Key sequence
Function
Description
1 x press
Follow mode
Camera follows the movements.
2 x press
Lock mode of pitch &
roll axis
Camera remains in the horizon and
follows still the horizontal rotation.
3 x press
Lock mode of all 3
axes
All three axes are locked. Camera is
kept in the adjusted position.
4 x press
Follow mode of all 3
axes
All three axes follow the movements.
5 x press
Starting point
„zero position“
Camera returns to "zero position" into
the starting point.
Press and hold 3
seconds
Activates the Gyro-
calibration
Avoid any movements and vibrations
during the calibration.
Invert
Turn the grip in the way that it is over
the camera and switch on the device.
The new position is recognized
automatically.
All other above mentioned modes can
also be selcted in the inverted
condition.
Acoustic signals
Action / Event
Sound sequence
Power on
Initialization sound sequence
Initialization in process
Be~Bi~Li~Bi~Li
Calibration in process
Dn~Dn~Dn~Dn~Dn~Dn
Battery nearly empty
Continuous cheeping tone

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Product Overview
Scope of delivery
1 x Pilotfly H2 gimbal
1 x Carrier bag with belt
1 x USB cable
1 x Power adapter (charger)
1 x Camera assembling plate
1 x Quick start quide
1 x Warranty card
Technical data
Communication interface
Integrated: Bluetooth Version 2.0+EDR / ISM-Waveband
Max. transmitting power 2,5mW/ Range ca. 10m
Operating system
Windows, MAC OSX, LINUX und Android APP
Number of IMU sensors
2
Power supply:
Integrierted battery
4S Li-Po 14.8V / 1800mAh
Battery endurance
Ca. 26 hours –depending on the weight oft he mounted camera
Charger –Power adapter
AC 100 ~ 240V 50Hz/60z; Model: UT-6062C
DC 16,8V / 1000mA
Movement range
YAW
360°
ROLL
Left 100°, Right 240°
PITCH
Top 220°, Bottom 100°
Accuracy
min. ± 0,01° max. ± 0,04°
Unladen weight
ca.1,2kg
Max. additional load (Engine load)
2,2kg
Dimensions
370 x 190 x 190mm

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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 MEANING OF THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL ..................................................................................................... 9
1.2 INTENDED USE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.3 POSSIBLE DANGERS FOR CERTAIN PERSON GROUPS ...................................................................................................................... 10
1.4 PERSONAL RIGHT AT THE PICTURE OF ONE'S OWN........................................................................................................................ 10
1.5 THE USE AT CERATIN PLACES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS.................................................................................................... 11
1.6 POWER SUPPLY AND OPERATING CONDITIONS ............................................................................................................................ 12
1.7 PRECAUTIONS AT HANDLING WITH LI-PO ACCUMULATORS ............................................................................................................ 13
1.8 SAFE DISPOSAL..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
SETUP AND OPERATING ................................................................................................................................................... 15
2.1 UNPACKING ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
2.2 FIRST STEPS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.3 ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE CAMERA ........................................................................................................................ 18
2.4 SWITCH ON AND BASIC OPERATING .......................................................................................................................................... 20
2.5 FINE ADJUSTMENT WITH HELP OF THE SOFTWARE SIMPLEBGC ...................................................................................................... 21
MAKING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION ............................................................................................................................. 22
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 INSTALLATION ON WINDOWS.................................................................................................................................................. 23
4.2 INSTALLATION ON LINUX ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
4.3 INSTALLATION ON MAC OS ................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.4INSTALLATION OF THE ANDROID APP........................................................................................................................................ 25
USING THE SOFTWARE PC/MAC....................................................................................................................................... 27
5.2 STANDARD SETTINGS (BASIC).................................................................................................................................................. 27
5.3 STANDARD SETTINGS (ENCODERS) ........................................................................................................................................... 28
5.4 EXTENDED SETTINGS FOR ADVANCED USERS ............................................................................................................................... 32
5.5 FILTER SETUP ....................................................................................................................................................................... 32
USING THE ANDROID APP ................................................................................................................................................ 35
6.1 GIMBAL SETTINGS................................................................................................................................................................. 35
6.2 MISC SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................................... 36
6.3 RC SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 37
6.4 FOLLOW MODE .................................................................................................................................................................... 38
6.5 MONITORING ...................................................................................................................................................................... 38
6.6 CONTROL............................................................................................................................................................................ 39
6.7 SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 40
FAILURE / REPAIR............................................................................................................................................................. 41
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ............................................................................................................................................... 43
PUT OUT OF OPERATION, STORAGE, TRANSPORT ............................................................................................................ 43
SERVICE........................................................................................................................................................................ 44

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Important Safety Instructions
Please read these safety instructions attentively before you take your Pilotfly product into operation to avoid
damages to the product and prevent possible injuries. Keep these safety instructions available for all persons
who will use this product.
1.1 Meaning of the symbols used in this instruction manual
Warning notices are mentioned in the following chapters in the context in which a danger can appear. They
are highlighted especially in the following chapters. The safety instructions within this chapter 1 are generally
important and therefore aren't highlighted separately.
Danger
Endangering with a high risk degree which can mean danger to life
or a heavy injury in the consequence, if it isn't avoided.
Warning
Endangering with a middle risk degree which can mean danger to
life or a heavy injury in the consequence, if it isn't avoided.
Caution
Endangering with a low risk degree which can mean minor or
moderate injury in the consequence, if it isn't avoided.
Caution
Danger of damage to property or environmental damage.
Tip
Highlights tips and information for you.

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Important Safety Instructions
1.2 Intended use
This product is provided exclusively for video recordings in the private use. It isn't provided for commercial or
industrial use. The delivered power adapter is intended exclusively for the use with the Pilotfly H2 gimbal.
Every other use isn't as designated. Prior condition for the use as designated is the attention of the notes of
this instruction manual. Any liability on the part of the manufacturer for damages which result from a use
which is not as designated or caused by unauthorized modifications is excluded. Also use only the
accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Please pay attention to the local regulations and laws of the country in which you use the Pilotfly H2 gimbal.
1.3 Possible dangers for certain person groups
This device is not designated for the use by children and certain other person groups with restricted physical,
sensory or intellectual abilities or lack of experience and/or lack of knowledge. Children and person groups
cannot recognize always possible dangers correctly. Therefore pay attention, that …
children older than 14 years and above mentioned person groups ONLY use the device if they have
been supervised by you or a safety responsible person or if they were introduced respectively, but
NEVER unattended.
children do not play with or clean or open the device unattendedly. You keep away packing foils!
There is danger of suffocation.
you consider possible dangers for children when you lay the cable, e.g. strangling.
1.4 Personal right at the picture of one's own
Pay attention to the restrictions of copyright with regard to filming persons especially at public events, such
as exhibitions, stage productions, celebrations, or similar. Even if the photos are for personal use only. The
consent of the parents has to be sought especially from minors before capturing a photo. Pay attention to the
legal regulations of the country in which you use the device to avoid legal consequences.