Tarot ZYX T-3DIII User manual

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ZYX
User Manual
V1.00
2016.01.18 Revision

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Contents
Warning and Disclaimer .............................................................................................................................. 3
I. Product Introduction................................................................................................................................. 4
II. Product List............................................................................................................................................. 5
1. Package Contents............................................................................................................................. 5
III. Mounting & Configuration.................................................................................................................... 6
1. Gimbal Controller Wiring Diagram & Descriptions........................................................................ 6
2. Gimbal Working Mode .................................................................................................................... 7
2. Working Mode Setup....................................................................................................................... 7
IV. Flight Test .............................................................................................................................................. 9
V. ZYX T-3D III Assistant Software.......................................................................................................... 10
1. Drive & PC Assistant Software Installation and Setup.................................................................. 10
2. Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 10
3. Basic Setup .................................................................................................................................... 11
4. Channels ........................................................................................................................................ 12
5. Tools............................................................................................................................................... 13
6. Firmware Update........................................................................................................................... 13
VI. Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................... 15
VII. Specifications..................................................................................................................................... 16
VIII. Port Descriptions............................................................................................................................... 17
IX. LED Indicators ................................................................................................................................. 18

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Warning and Disclaimer
Please DO NOT adjust the gimbal or change its mechanical structure!
Before leaving the factory, ZYX T-3D III gimbal has been adjusted to fit the camera. Based on the setup
procedures, you can achieve a fabulous flight experience. Please do not adjust the gimbal or change its mechanical
structure. Moreover, do not add any external component to the camera. It is highly suggested to apply to the original
battery to avoid malfunctions of internal wirings or performance degradations.
In order to ensure the safety of flight control system after powering up, we recommend you to remove all the
propellers and use non-power-supply for the gimbal. Keep the entire components far from children and flammable
& combustible materials!
Because we have no controlof the use, mounting, assembly and modification processes, TAROT will not assume
any legal responsibility for the injury or damage.
ZYX T-3D III ONLY supports GoPro Hero 3/3+/4.

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I. Product Introduction
ZYX T-3D III, a great 3-axis gimbal for model aircraft enthusiasts, can be widely applied to various model
aircraft activities and entertainments. With unique internal wiring design, built-in IMU gimbal control module,
specialized servo drive module, this gimbal is able to support Pan Follow (PF) mode and First Person View (FPV)
mode. Moreover, video out and battery charging of GoPro Hero 3/3+/4 can be achieved through ZYX T-3D III.

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II. Product List
1. Package Contents
Gimbal *1
With unique internal wiring design, built-in IMU
gimbal control module, specialized servo drive module,
this gimbal is able to support Pan Follow (PF) mode and
First Person View (FPV) mode.
Gimbal Main Controller Module*1
Main Components Pack
5V OUT & Receiver & AV Cable*1
Gimbal Main Controller & Gimbal Connection
Cable*1
USB Module*1
Connection Cable to Flight Controller*1
GoPro Charging & AV-OUT Cable*1

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III. Mounting & Configuration
1. Gimbal Controller Wiring Diagram & Descriptions
Wiring Diagram
说明：
Battery
Power Supply:3S-6S Li (11V-26V)
* If you choose a batteryto power up the gimbal and multi-rotor, please make sure this battery
meets requirements of both components.
Receiver
1、Common Receiver: connect it to the CH1/SBUS and CH2 Channel in the gimbal main
controller.Also, set Receiver Type and corresponding channel in the assistant software.
2、FUTABA SUBS or SBUS-2: connect it to CH1/SBUS channel in the gimbal main
controller. MAKE SURE CH2 IS UNCONNECTED. Also, set Receiver Type and
corresponding channel in the assistant software.
3、If you have 5V power supply to the receiver, please disconnect the 5V power of
CH1/SBUS channel.
Video
Connect the video wireless transmission module to AV out port. DO NOT misconnect signal
and video cable.
Flight Controller
Gimbal can work independently without Tarot ZYX-M Flight Control Module, but its

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performance might be influenced. For instance, angle offset might occur when the accelerated
state lasts for a long time.
If you are pursuing a perfect performance, please connect the gimbal and Tarot ZYX-M Flight
Control Module to the DATA/FC channel of gimbal controller through the special cable in
main components pack.
Camera
Connect the camera through GoPro Charging & AV-OUT Cable.
2. Gimbal Working Mode
You should select a three-positioned or two-positioned switch in R/C for working mode. Please connect the
corresponding port of the receiver to CH1/SBUS or CH2 of the gimbal controller. Set RC MAPPING in the assistant
software. For different positions, use endpoint fine tune function to set. Please refer to the MODE Channel section
in assistant software for detailed information.
Attentions:
When the MODE port is unconnected, the gimbal can only work in the DEFAULT mode. Moreover, during
flight, if the MODE is unconnected suddenly, the working mode would remain the same before disconnection.
After powering up the gimbal, if the receiver is unconnected, it works on DEFAULT MODE.
工作模式介绍：
Pan Follow (PF)
Mode
FPV 模式(第一人称）
Descriptions
The angles of Roll and
Pitch keep unchanged,
while the angle of Pan axis
changes according to the
head of the multi-rotor.
The angles of Roll,
Pitch and Pan axis change
according to the attitude of
the multi-rotor.
Tx Control
Under Control
Under Control
Attitude Stability
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√
Vibration Reduction
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2. Working Mode Setup
Choose a two-positioned or three-positioned switch:

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Take the three-positioned switch as an example: Position 1 refers to FPV Mode; Position 3 corresponds to AL
Mode.Position 1 and Position 3 can be exchanged.

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IV. Flight Test
Steps:
1. Please ensure all the wirings are correct and the power supply is in great condition.
2. Turn on the transmitter.
3. Powering up the gimbal and keep it still. After self-check and sensor initialization process, gimbal angle
corresponds to INITANGLE in the assistant software.
4. Switch from different working modes to check the rotation direction in ROLL, PITCH, and PAN axis.
TIPs:
Before flight test, please ensure:
1. Correctly mount the camera into the gimbal and the gimbal onto the landing gear.
2. All the wirings are correct.
3. The camera and transmitter have correctly set.
Gimbal Self-check and Sensor Initialization:
1. After powering up the gimbal, itentersself-check procedure. When RED,YELLOW, BLUE lightsflash twice
at the same time, self-check finishes.
2. After self-check process, camera lens face straight down, it enters sensor initialization process. Keep the
gimbal still in this process. Initialization will last for a relatively long time if the sensor deviation or drifts are large.
3. After sensor initialization process finishes, gimbal angles corresponds to INIT ANGLE in the assistant
software.

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V. ZYX T-3D III Assistant Software
1. Drive & PC Assistant Software Installation and Setup
①Please download the drive and PC assistant software from http://www.tarotrc.com//
②Run the drive program under USB Driver folder, and finish the installation procedures step by step.
Windows x86: “CP210xVCPInstaller_x86.exe”;
Windows x64: “CP210xVCPInstaller_x64.exe”;
③Connect the USB module to the computer, and finish the installation.
④Run the assistant software ZYX T-3D III.EXE and set the parameters.
2. Introduction
ZYX T-3D III, the three-axis gimbal, could support the camera to stabilize its positions on the roll, tilt and pan
axis.
You could adjust receiver type, working mode, angle range and other options in the assistant software.
First of all, please connect gimbal controller to the PC through a USB cable. Choose a correct COM port and
click the “Connect”.
If the connection is successful, the gimbal would stop rotating to protect your device.
After finish parameters setup, click “Run Gimbal”. Push sticks and toggle switches to ensure the gimbal works
correctly.
When finish parameters setup, you should click "Write Flash" to ensure all the parameters have written to the
gimbal. Moreover, the gimbal will automatically run the parameters you have saved in the flash next time.