SwiftCam M3s User guide

STARTUP GUIDE
3-axis handheld stabilizer for smartphone
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Contents
1.Overview 1
1.1.Specications 1
1.2.Package contents 2
2.Basics 4
2.1.Set up 4
2.2.Switch shooting modes 5
2.3.Power indicator & shooting mode indicator 5
2.4.Operating angles 6
2.5.Vibration 6
2.6.Calibration 7
3.Battery & Charger 7
3.1.Overview 7
3.2.Safety precautions 8
3.3.Batteries 8
3.4.Charging cycle 9
3.5.Start charging 9
3.6.Charging indicator 10
3.7.Maintenance, care and cleaning 10
4.App 11
4.1.Download 11
4.2.Connect 11
4.3.Camera 11
4.4.Setting 12
4.5.Free rmware update via app 12
4.6.Factory reset 12
5.Warranty information 13
5.1.How to obtain warranty service 13
5.2.Limitations and exclusions 13

1.1.Specications
3-axis handheld stabilizer for smartphone
1.Overview
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Handheld Gimbal
*The smartphone should be without any accessories such as protection case etc.
Name M3s
Model SC-HG-M3S
Operating Angles Pan axis: 360°
Pitch axis: 0 - 270°
Roll axis: +/- 60°
Weight (Battery
Included)
500g
Folded Dimensions 316H x 107W x 44D (mm)
Expanded Dimensions 341H x 97W x 108D (mm)
Package Dimensions
Package Weight
330L x 15W x 70H (mm)
1040g
Shooting Mode
Clip Dimensions
Compatible smartphones* include but are not limited to
Mode \ Axis Pan axis Pitch axis Roll axis
Full Follow Mode Follow Follow Lock
Pan Follow Mode Follow Lock Lock
Full Lock Mode Lock Lock Lock
Clip Dimensions with thin sponges 81mm - 61mm
Clip Dimensions with thick sponges 73mm - 53mm
iPhone 5, 5s, 6, 6+
Samsung
Galaxy
S series, Note series, A series, J series
LG G series, Nexus series
HTC One M series, One E series, Butterfly
series
Sony XperiaTM Z series, C series, M series, E series

Includes:
1.M3s x 1
2.Battery x 3
3.Charger x 1
4.Mini USB Cable x 1
5.Balance Plugin x 1
6.Sponge (Thin) x 2
7.Sponge (Thick) x 2
8.Flannel bag x 1
9.Bottom cap x 1
10.Startup guide x 1
1.2.Package contents
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Bottom cap
Arm
*For manufacturer only.
Power button
Power indicator
USB cable port
Balance plugin

3-axis handheld stabilizer for smartphone
Mini USB cable
Charger
Battery
Flannel bag
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Auto-pressure clip
Clip button
Magnet
Magnetic Position Locking System
The arm structure can be magnetically
held in its desirable position when
unused to ensure convenience in
storage and travel.
Joystick
Sponge
(Thin: 2mm)
Sponge
(Thick: 6mm)
Shooting mode indicator
Balance plugin

2.1.1.Insert Batteries
Fully charge batteries before use. (Refer to Section 3)
Insert batteries in correct polarity and tighten the
bottom cap.
2.Basics
2.1.Set up
2.1.2.Clip smartphones
1.Turn the holding arm up so the M3s logo is facing the front.
2.Rotate the auto-pressure clip clockwise until the clip is facing outward.
3.Press the clip button to open the clip. Do not hold on the clip to obstruct its opening.
4.Open the clip and put on the smartphone with camera facing outwards. Release the button
to close the clip. (The smartphone should be nearly balance before switching on. Adjust the
smartphone a bit outward to achieve if necessary.)
5.Switch on the smartphone and the app “SwiftCam for Mobile”.
6.Rotate the arm so the smartphone screen is facing towards the joystick.
2.1.3.Put on Balance Plugin
Put on the provided Balance Plugin as shown.
(For large size or heavier smartphone only e.g. iPhone 6+,
Samsung Note 4, Sony Z3 etc.)
2.1.4.Switch on the gimbal
1.Hold M3s in an upright position.
2.Hold the smartphone in a horizontal position.
3.Press the power button once and the power indicator
will light on.
4.Press the joystick for 5s to switch on and the arm
adjusts to balancing point automatically.
for 5s
Important note
Do not switch on when M3s is not in upright position.
Do not shake M3s.
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(SwiftCam M3s - How to start up?)
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2.2.Switch shooting modes
1. Hold M3s in an upright position.
2. Press joystick once to switch shooting modes.
Mode 1: Full Follow
(Blue mode indicator light on.)
Smartphone follows but smoothens pitch (tilt up, tilt down) and
pan movements (pan left, pan right).
Mode 2: Pan Follow
(Green mode indicator light on.)
Smartphone locks on tilt up/down axis but follows and
smoothens pan movements (pan left, pan right).
Mode 3: Full Lock
(Amber mode indicator light on.)
Smartphone locks on all axis including tilting up/down
and panning left/right.
Important note
Do not switch shooting mode when M3s is not in upright position.
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(SwiftCam M3s - How to switch the shooting modes?)
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Full
Follow
Mode
Pan
Follow
Mode
Lock
Mode
Shooting mode indicator
2.3.Power indicator & shooting mode indicator
Shooting mode indicator
Blue light
Shooting mode: Full Follow
Green light
Shooting mode: Pan Follow
Amber light
Shooting mode: Full Lock
Blue light blinks
M3s is not in proper usage.
All light blink together
Low battery.
Power indicator
Blinks three times.
M3s is in normal operation.
Blinks rapidly.
Low battery.

2.4.Operating angles
2.5.Vibration
Important note
Do not exceed the operating angles of each axis.
Important note
Do not adjust M3s by hand when it is not in upright position.
Vibration is the signal of improper usage. To stop the vibration,
1. Hold M3s in upright position and adjust the smartphone
facing to yourself by hand.
2. Continue to use when the vibration stops.
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Roll axis: +/- 60 °
Pan axis: 360 °Pitch axis: 0 - 270 °
+60°
270°
360°
-60°
(SwiftCam M3s - Proper Usage)
Watch more onYouTube:
-60°

(SwiftCam M3s - How to do calibration?)
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3-axis handheld stabilizer for smartphone
2.6.Calibration
Calibration can be performed whenever the following occurs:
1. The smartphone holder appears slanting downward when the gimbal
is held upright.
2. The smartphone holder drifts slowly despite the gimbal is held still.
Calibration procedure:
1. Power o M3s. Clip smartphone on it.
2. Long press the joystick.
3. Keep pressing the joystick and then press power button once
to switch on the gimbal.
4. All shooting mode indicators light on. Release the joystick.
5. Rotate the joystick along the bound for 3 rounds.
6. Turn the holding arm up so the M3s logo is facing the front.
Rotate the auto-pressure clip clockwise until the camera
is facing outwards.
7. Long press the centre of the joystick until all shooting mode
indicators light o.
8. Release the holding arm. M3s will restart automatically.
9. Calibration completes.
3.Battery & Charger
3.1.Overview
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Press
Once
Cover
Charging indicator
Vents Micro USB hub
(Input voltage: DC5V, input current: 1A)
Mini USB cable
Battery compartment
Battery

3.2.Safety precautions
1. Please read this manual carefully before usage.
2. Do not use the charger if damage is found in any part.
3. Do not use the charger if it has been suered from dropping or shocking.
4. Do not open/disassemble the charger.
5. Unplug the charger AND remove batteries before maintenance or cleaning.
6. Remove all batteries from M3s and put them in the package box while not in use.
7. Do not put any metal materials (e.g. coins) near the batteries for storage.
8. If the temperature of the operating charger is abnormally high, please stop charging
immediately and replace batteries with new original batteries. If this situation remains,
please send the charger to manufacturer for checking.
9. Unplug the USB cable when the charger is not in use.
10. Unplug the USB cable if the charger is going to be unattended.
11. Do not leave batteries in the charger for more than 2 weeks.
12. Malfunctioned/damaged/dead batteries should be wrapped with insulated materials
before putting into batteries recycle box.
13. Do not put the charger or rechargeable batteries in places with high humidity and
temperature or under direct sunlight.
14. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children should not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without
supervision.
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3.3.Batteries
Name Brillipower Li ion battery x 3
Model IMR 18350
Capacity 900 mAh
Voltage 3.7V x 3
Type Liithium Ion
Energy 10 Wh total
Net Weight 65g total
Operating Temperature -10 to 40 degree Celsius
Max Charging Power -3.3 W

Charging cycle is determined by the power sources.
For safety reasons, charging will stop automatically when the batteries are prolonged in
place after charging cycle completes. If continuous charging is needed, remove the
batteries, unplug the power source and reconnect it to start charging.
1. Observe polarity shown on the cover by matching (+) and (-) on the batteries to (+)
and (-) on the charger. Place the charger on a solid and at surface .
2. Plug USB plug ofMini USB Cablein a USB port. Micro USB plug blue light on when
power on.
3. Plug mirco USB plug into Micro USB hub. Charging indicator blinks for 3-10s according
to the power sources with random colour.
4. Red charging indicator lights on when charging in progress. Close the cover.
5. Blue charging indicator lights on when nished. Remove batteries for usage or simply
unplug the charging cable and keep the batteries in the charger for a short term
storage (< 2 weeks).
6. Even if the batteries are not removed, charging indicators will be o automatically if
batteries are prolonged in place after charging cycle completes.
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3.4.Charging cycle
3.5.Start charging
Duration 6 hours 4 hours
Power sources
Standard USB
port
USB Power adapter
(Android/iPhone/ iPad)
Indication when connecting
to the power sources
Blinks once Blinks twice – 4 times
+ + +
___

Red
Charging in progress
Blue
Charging completed
Red & blue together
1. No battery in the battery compartment
2. Battery is not placed correctly. Adjust the battery connection until the red or blue
charging indicator lights on.
3. The polarity is not correct.
Blinks 3-10s when connecting to power sources
Blinks according to the power sources with random colour.
Once: Standard USB port
More than once: USB Power adapter (Android/iPhone/ iPad)
Blink continuously
1. Charger is not well connected with the power source. Unplug from power source, and
then re-connect to start charging.
2. The battery is malfunctioned. Replace batteries with new ones made by manufacturers.
Blinks every 5s after 3-10s
The battery is damaged. Replace batteries with new original batteries.
3.6.Charging indicator
3.7.Maintenance, care and cleaning
Important notes
- Do not remove batteries before fully charged.
- Do not use third party, unauthorized battery/USB cable made by other manufacturers.
- Do not reverse polarity.
- Do not cover the vents when charging.
- Do not charge malfunctioned/damaged/dead battery.
- If the temperature of the operating charger is abnormally high, please stop charging
immediately and replace new original batteries. If this situation remains, please send the
charger to manufacturer for checking.
- Unplug the USB cable when the charger is not in use.
- Unplug the USB cable if the charger is going to be unattended.
- Android or Apple USB power adapters are recommended for the ecient charging results.
- Care and cleaning is essential.
- Unplug charger USB cable.
- If necessary clean with a dry cloth to remove dirt and grime.
- Never immerse the charger in water or in any other liquid.
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3-axis handheld stabilizer for smartphone
4.2. Connect
4.3. Camera
1. Turn on Bluetooth of your smartphone.
2. Open the app and tap on the right top corner.
3. Turn on M3s.
4. Select “SwiftCam M3s”. If more than one“SwiftCam M3s”is show, it means
more than one M3s is power on nearby. They are listed according to the distance
and represented by the Bluetooth signal.
5. M3s is connected with the app.“ ”is shown on the right top corner.
4. App
4.1. Download
Download “SwiftCam for Mobile”
Android iOS
Video Video taking will start by pressing the control button.
Photo Photo is taken by pressing the control button.
360 Video A panorama pan shot will be started 5s after pressing the
control button.
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2. Open the app and tap on the right top corner.

4.4. Setting
4.5. Free rmware update via app
4.6. Factory Reset
1. Connect M3s with the app.
2. Select “Setting” -> “Firmware”
3. Select “Update now” if there is newly updated version
4. Follow the instructions.
Factory Reset will reset the moving speed of joystick,
update rmware to the latest version.
App version The current version of the app.
Language English/Traditional Chinese/Japanese available.
Firmware Check the firmware status and update firmware. Factory
reset is available too.
Preference Optimize the balancing for the selected smartphone.
Adjust the moving speed of joystick.
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5.Warranty information
SwiftCam warrants to the original purchaser (“Buyer”) for 1-year full warranty
(eective starting from the date of purchase) that this SwiftCam product will be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal operations.
5.1.How to obtain warranty service
Buyer may obtain warranty service by contacting SwiftCam/dealers. If the product is
shown to have defects in materials or workmanship during the warranty period,
SwiftCam/dealers will replace it with one that is at least functionally equivalent. The
replacement product may not be new, but if will be in good working order, and will
be warranted for the balance remaining of the original warranty period. Buyer must
return the original defective product to SwiftCam/dealers.
5.2.Limitations and exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following: Buyer’s costs incurred for removal or
reinstallation of the product; normal wear and tear; uninterrupted or error-free
operation of a product; and failure or damage resulting from misuse, accident,
modication, unsuitable physical or operating environment, natural disasters, power
surges, or improper maintenance by anyone other than SwiftCam/dealers. This
warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identication labels on the product or
its parts. SwiftCam/dealers shall not be liable for more than the amount of actual
direct damages suered by Buyer, up to the amount paid for the product, regardless
of the basis of the claim against SwiftCam/dealers.
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