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ZHIYUN-EN-v1.10
ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual
Controller VC100
User Guide
Contents
■Product List
Product List····················································································1
■Get to Know ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100
Get to Know ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100 ················2
■Charging and Battery
Charging and Battery······································································5
■Wi-Fi Pairing
■Monitor Interface
■How to Install and Use
Installing and Detaching External Battery ··········································9
Screen Brightness / Audio Volume Adjustment ································10
Real-time Audio Monitoring ·····························································11
Motion Sensor Control····································································12
■Firmware Upgrade
■Product Specifications
■Disclaimer and Warning
Reading Tips··················································································15
Warnings························································································15
■Disclaimer and Warning
Safe Operation Guidelines ······························································16
■Warranty Card
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Product List
Product List
Before using this product, please check carefully that all the following items are included
in the product package.
In case that any item is found missing, please contact ZHIYUN or your local selling
agent.
USB Type-C cable × 1 User Manual × 1
ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100 × 1
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Get to Know ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100
Get to Know ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100
1. Antenna
Transmit wireless signals
2. Photodetector
Adjust screen lightness automatically
depending on the current environment
when the Visual Controller is powered
on.
3. Focus Control Wheel
Control electronic focus of some
cameras or the Servo Follow Focus.
4. Micro SD Card Slot (Supporting
128GB at most)
• For storing screen record videos
• For firmware upgrade
5. 3.5mm Earphones Port
For audio monitoring.
6. Type-C Charging Port
For charging the internal battery.
7. TV Button*
Single press to enter shutter parameter
settings, then rotate the quick
adjustment wheel to adjust shutter
parameters.
8. AV Button*
Single press to enter aperture
parameter settings, then rotate the
quick adjustment wheel to adjust
aperture parameters.
9. EV Button*
Single press to enter exposure
compensation parameter settings,
then rotate the quick adjustment wheel
to adjust exposure compensation
parameters.
10.ISO Button*
Single press to enter sensitivity
parameter settings, then rotate the
quick adjustment wheel to adjust
sensitivity parameters.
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11.WB Button*
Single press to enter white balance
settings, then rotate the quick
adjustment wheel to adjust white
balance parameters
12.1/4 Screw Hole
For 1/4 screws.
13.Joystick
Rotate the joystick in four directions to
control the stabilizer. (Not available in
Go mode and POV mode)
14.Video Button
• Single press to start or stop the
camera filming.
15.Photo Taking Button
• Half-press to activate autofocus on
certain cameras (in Screen Record
Album, single
press to play or pause the video)
• Full-press to take photos
16.Quick Control Dial
• Single press TV/AV/EV/ISO/WB
button and rotate the quick control
dial to adjust the corresponding
parameter of the camera.
• Rotate the dial in Screen Record Alb
um to select video file
• Rotate the dial to adjust parameters i
n Settings Menu
17. F1 Motion Sensor Button
Single press to turn on or turn off
motion sensor.
18.F2 Screen Record Button
Single press to turn on or turn off
Screen Record.
19. External Battery Slot**
Install NP-F external battery.
20. Unlock Button
Press to take out the rear cover of the
external battery slot or the external
battery.
21. Quick Adjustment Wheel
• Single press TV/AV/EV/ISO/
WB button and rotate the quick
adjustment wheel to adjust the
current parameter of the camera.
22. Zoom Rocker
Control electronic zoom of some
cameras or TransMount Zoom/Focus
Control Motor.
23. Power Button
• Press and hold for 3 seconds to
power on or turn off
• When it’s turned off, press and hold
for 7 seconds to upgrade
• When it’s powered on, single press
to lock all control buttons and hide
the icons on the screen, press again
to unlock
24. Battery Indicator Light
Show the current battery level of the
Visual Controller.
Get to Know ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100
* The parameter cannot be adjusted when the camera is in certain modes. Please refer
to the current exposure mode of the camera.
** Install NP-F batteries (not provided) to the external battery slot to extend runtime.
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① The antenna in Visual Controller VC100 is omnidirectional. Its maximum rotation
angle is 90 degrees.
② For a better image transmission, please rotate the antenna of the Visual
Controller VC100 and the transmitter (TransMount Image Transmission
Transmitter, TransMount Image Transmission Transmitter AI, or ZHIYUN
MasterEye Video Transmitter VT100) when in long-distance. Put the transmitter
in a higher place (It is recommended to be higher than 1.5m) and pay attention
to the surroundings to make sure there are no blockages between two devices.
Fold the antenna when you don't need to use it.
Get to Know ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100
5
Charging and Battery
The Visual Controller VC100 adopts internal built-in battery. When using the Visual
Controller VC100 for the first time, please fully charge it to activate the battery.
Charging and Battery
AC power
（100-240V）
USB charger Type-C cable ZHIYUN MasterEye
Visual Controller VC100
① When using the Visual Controller VC100 and the battery level is less than
10%, the indicator light will turn red and stay solid.
② Cannot charge external NP-F batteries.
Charging method: Use provided Type-C cable to connect with the USB charger (not
provided) to charge the Visual Controller VC100. It is recommended to use USB
chargers that meet the QC 2.0 or PD policy. (support 16W at most). When the four
indicator lights stay solid and blue, the charging is completed.
Charging time: Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes (data collected with a 15W
charger that meets the QC 2.0 or PD policy and with the environment temperature
of 25℃ . The charging time may vary in other environmental factors and the actual
results may vary as well. When using the 5V/2A charger, the charging time is
approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes.)
Operation time (with a fully-charged battery) : Approximately 8 hours (data collected
with the environment temperature of 25℃ and the screen brightness is 50%).
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Wi-Fi Pairing
* Hereinafter referred to as image transmission transmitter.
1. Power on the image transmission transmitter first, and then power on the Visual
Controller VC100.
2. When you see the screen of the Visual Controller VC100, tap the Wi-Fi icon on the
upper left corner, select the Wi-Fi name of the corresponding image transmission
transmitter and enter the password (the default password is 12345678). When it's
successfully paired, the monitor will get the camera screen automatically.
① The Wi-Fi name for the image transmission transmitter can be found on the label
sticker which says "USER ID: XXXX." For more tutorials of the image transmission
transmitter, please visit the official website of ZHIYUN www.zhiyun-tech.com for
"TransMount Image Transmission Transmitter User Guide," "TransMount Image
Transmission Transmitter AI User Guide" or "ZHIYUN MasterEye Video Transmitter
VT100 User Guide".
② After the initial pairing, the Visual Controller VC100 will save the Wi-Fi
information of the image transmission transmitter and will automatically
connect to the transmitter's Wi-Fi in future use.
③ In situations where the image transmission transmitter is restored to factory
settings or has its Wi-Fi password changed or updated its firmware, please
perform the pairing procedure again.
④ Please perform the Wi-Fi pairing procedure in an environment with fewer
interruptions.
⑤ The image transmission transmitter can be connected to a maximum
of 3 devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and the Visual Controller
VC100. When the mobile phone or the tablet is connected with the image
transmission transmitter, please make sure that the distance between the
Visual Controller VC100 and the image transmission transmitter is more than
0.5m.
750
Wi-Fi
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ZHIYUN_TECH_XXXX
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ZHIYUN_TECH_XXXX
LIVE
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The Visual Controller VC100 has to be used together with the image transmission
transmitter (TransMount Image Transmission Transmitter, TransMount Image
Transmission Transmitter AI, or ZHIYUN MasterEye Video Transmitter VT100). Please
perform the Wi-Fi pairing procedure when using it for the first time.
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Monitor Interface
LIVE
M
003:50
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1. Wi-Fi Connection Status
indicates that the Wi-Fi is not
connected. Tap to see available
Wi-Fi for the image transmission
transmitter.
indicates that the Wi-Fi is
connected.
2. Wi-Fi Channel*
Tap to switch or see the status of
the Wi-Fi channels.
3. Stabilizer Mode
Tap to select the stabilizer mode.
4. Stabilizer Connection Status
indicates that the stabilizer is not
connected
indicates that the stabilizer is
connected.
5. Camera Mode
M
Display the current camera mode
6. Control Mode
indicates joystick control，
indicates motion sensor control。
7. Camera Record Duration
003:50 Display the camera record
duration.
8. Image Transmission Icon
LIVE
Tap to turn on/off live footage
streaming.
9. Stabilizer Battery Level
Display the current battery level of
the stabilizer.
10. External Battery Level
Display the current battery level of
the external battery.
11. Internal Battery Level
Display the current battery level of
the internal battery.
12. Settings Menu
• Control Settings
Joystick: Can adjust responsiveness
and smoothness of the joystick
Motion sensor: Adjust the motion
sensor follow speed and smoothness
(the follow speed of roll axis is 0 as
default).
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• Follow Focus Settings
Focus control wheel:
① Function:
Choose electronic focus or Servo
Follow Focus.
② Sensitivity: Adjust the sensitivity
of the focus control wheel (Three
levels: High, Medium, Low).
Zoom rocker:
① Function:
Choose electronic zoom or Servo
Follow Focus.
② 2.Sensitivity: Adjust the sensitivity of
the zoom rocker (Three levels: High,
Medium, Low).
• Scene Mode
Can choose “Walk Mode” or “Run
Mode”.
• Frame
Four types of crop marks available:
3x3, 6x4, diagonal lines, and golden
ratio. Frames availale: safe frames, 4:3,
16:9, 9:16
• Product Information
Display the name, serial number,
information and the firmware version of
the device.
• Languages
Tap to switch the display language of
the Visual Controller.
13. Screen Record
indicates no Micro SD cards
inserted into Visual Controller VC100,，
OFF
indicates a Micro SD card was
inserted into Visual Controller VC100，
indicates the screen recording
function has been enabled in Visual
Controller VC100.
14. Camera Video Filming
Tap to start or stop the video filming
of the camera.
15. Camera Photo Taking
Tap to take photos with the camera.
16. Screen Record Album
This icon will appear when a Micro
SD card is inserted into the Visual
Controller VC100. Tap to check screen
recordings.
17. Camera Parameters
Display current
camera parameters (shutter, aperture,
exposure compensation, sensitivity,
white balance).
18.Stabilizer Reposition
Tap to control the stabilizer back to
the starting point.
19. Clear/Display
Tap to hide or display all other icons
in the frame.
Monitor Interface
For better image transmissions, choose channels with fewer interruptions based on
the current environment.
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Installing and Detaching External Battery
Install NP-F batteries (not provided) to the external battery slot to extend runtime.
Install external battery
1. Press and hold the unlock button for the external battery and remove the rear
cover of the external battery slot.
2. Install NP-F battery to the battery slot and slide the battery to the right to make
sure a firm installation.
Detach external battery
Press the unlock button and slide the battery to the left to detach the external
battery.
How to Install and Use
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How to Install and Use
When the Visual Controller VC100 is turned on, the brightness of the screen can
be adjusted automatically depending on the environment. You can also adjust the
brightness manually. Swiping up or down at the blank space on the left of the screen
and the brightness bar will appear. Swipe up to increase the brightness and swipe
down to decrease it. Swipe up or down at the blank space on the right of the screen
to adjust the audio volume. You can also adjust audio volume and screen brightness
by using the up/down/left/right button on the quick control dial.
Screen Brightness / Audio Volume Adjustment
750
LIVE
75
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Real-time Audio Monitoring
The Visual Controller VC100 can be paired with a camera and image transmission
transmitter to achieve audio remote monitoring. Following are the steps.
1. Install the microphone (not provided) to the hot shoe port of the camera, make
sure the microphone and the camera communicate properly.
2. Choose the correct HDMI cable based on the HDMI port of the camera to
connect the camera with the image transmission transmitter.
3. Power on the camera, the Visual Controller VC100, and the image transmission
transmitter. Please perform the Wi-Fi pairing procedure between Visual Controller
VC100 and the image transmission transmitter.
4. Plug the earphone into the 3.5mm earphone port of Visual Controller VC100 to
achieve audio remote monitoring.
The camera needs to support audio output in HDMI.
How to Install and Use
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How to Install and Use
Motion Sensor Control
① Motion sensor of the roll axis is off as default. To turn it on, go to “Settings
Menu” and select the setting for the follow speed of motion sensor.
② When the motion sensor is turned on, the stabilizer enters locking mode
automatically.
③ To protect the camera when using the motion sensor, the tilt axis control
range is +135 ° ~-60 ° ; the roll axis control range is ±45 ° ; the pan axis
control range is 360° .
As the image shown below, single press the F1 button to enable motion sensor
control and control the stabilizer movement by moving the Visual Controller VC100.
1. Before using, make sure the image transmission transmitter, camera, and
stabilizer are correctly connected.
2. Before using, make sure the Visual Controller VC100 has successfully performed
Wi-Fi pairing with the image transmission transmitter.
3. Connect the stabilizer and the image transmission transmitter correctly and power
on, select the "Camera Settings" in the stabilizer menu and select "Extension
Port". The connection is successful when the stabilizer connection status on the
Visual Controller VC100 monitor displays Single press F1 to enter motion
sensor control. Single press again to exit.
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Firmware Upgrade
1. Visit the official website of ZHIYUN www.zhiyun-tech.com, enter the “ZHIYUN
MasterEye Visual Controller VC100” page and click “Download” to download the
firmware package into the computer.
2. When the download is finished, unzip the firmware package and copy the
document with the extension of “.bin” to the Micro SD card.
3. Insert the Micro SD card into the Micro SD card slot of the Visual Controller.
4. When the Visual Controller is powered off, press and hold the power button for
7 seconds to upgrade, then the monitor will display “System Upgrade” and the
progress bar below will show the progress of the upgrade. When the upgrade is
finished, the device will be automatically powered off.
① Before the firmware upgrade, please make sure the battery level of the Visual
Controller stays at more than 50%. Don’t insert/remove the Micro SD card
during the upgrade.
② When the firmware upgrade is finished, the Visual Controller VC100 will
disconnect from the image transmission transmitter. Please perform the Wi-Fi
pairing procedure again.
③ If the remote controller needs to firmware upgrade, it will enter the upgrade
status automatically when the Visual Controller is powered on and the
monitor will display “System Upgrade”. Please wait for the remote controller
to finish the upgrade before using it.
SYSTEM
UPGRADE
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Rated Power 3W
Rated Voltage 11.1V
Charging Voltage (Type-C port) 4.9V~20V
Charging Current (Type-C port) 20mA~3A
Internal Battery Runtime 8H
Internal Battery Charging Time 1H50Min
Internal Battery Capacity 2200mAh
External Battery Input Voltage 6V~8.4V
Output Resolution 1080P/720P/576P/480P
Output Frame Rate 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98fps
Image Transmission Delay* 60ms
Frequency Band 5.15GHz-5.25GHz（For Japan)
5.725GHz-5.825GHz
Equivalent Isotropically Radiated
Power (EIRP)
5.15GHZ-5.25GHZ <23DBM（CE）
5 .72 5 G H Z -5. 8 2 5 G HZ < 1 4 D B M（C E ）
5.15GHZ-5.25GHZ <24DBM（FCC）
5 . 7 2 5 G H Z - 5 . 8 2 5 G H Z < 3 0DBM（FCC）
5.15GHZ-5.25GHZ <23DBM（SRRC） 5.725GHZ-5.825GHZ
<27DBM（SRRC）
Transmission Distance* 150M
Antenna Rotation Range 0° ~90°
Screen Dimensions 5.5 inches
Screen Resolution 1920*1080
Screen Aspect Ratio 16:9
Screen Brightness 1000nit
Screen Record Resolution/Frame
Rate Current resolution/frame rate of the image transmission
Supporting Micro SD Card Types Supporting cards up to 128 GB storage, ≥ 10MB/S writing
speed, Class 10 or UHS-1 level transmission speed
Supporting File System FAT32
Operating Temperature -10℃ ~45℃
Product Net Weight ≈ 450g
Dimensions With expanded antenna: 203*72*154mm (L*W*H)
With folded antenna: 203*72*92mm (L*W*H)
Product model: COV-04
Product Specifications
*Data collected in a non-blocking and non-interrupted environment
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Disclaimer and Warning
Thank you for purchasing ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100. The information
contains herein affects your safety, legitimate rights and obligation. Please read this
instruction carefully to ensure proper configuration before use. Failure to read and follow
this instruction and warnings herein may result in serious injury to you or bystanders,
or damage to your device or property. Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co.,
Ltd (hereinafter referred to as“ZHIYUN") reserves all rights for final explanation on this
instruction and other documents related to ZHIYUN MasterEye Visual Controller VC100.
The information is subject to update without notice. Please visit www. zhiyun-tech.com
to obtain the latest product information.
By using this product, you hereby signify that you have read this document carefully and
that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions herein. You agree
that you are solely responsible for your own conduct while using this product, and for
any consequences thereof. You agree to use this product only for purposes that are
proper and in accordance with all terms, precautions, practices, policies and guidelines
ZHIYUN has made and may make available.
ZHIYUN accepts no liability for damage, injury or any legal responsibility incurred directly
or indirectly from the use of this product. Users shall observe safe and lawful practices
including, but not limited to, those set forth herein.
ZHIYUN ™ , TransMount ™ are the trademarks of Guilin Zhishen Information Technology
Co., Ltd and its affiliates. All product names or trademarks referred to herein are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Read the ENTIRE User Guide to become familiar with the features of this product before
operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product
or personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated product. It must be operated with caution and common sense
and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and
responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property.
This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
DO NOT use with incompatible components or in any way otherwise as mentioned or
instructed in the product documents provided by ZHIYUN. The safety guidelines herein
contain instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and
follow all of the instructions and warnings in the User Guide, prior to assembly, setup or
use, in order to operate the product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Legends: Hints and Tips Important
Scan the QR code and operate under carrier network may cause traffic fee which will be
charged by your carrier. It is recommended to operate under Wi-Fi.
Reading Tips
Warnings
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WARNING:
1. Never allow the product to come into contact with any liquid. Never immerse the
product in water or make it get wet. Never use the product in the rain or a humid
environment. Corrosion reaction may occur when the interior of the product is
exposed to water, which may cause the battery to ignite spontaneously and may
even cause an explosion.
2. If the product catches fire, please use water or water mist, sand, fire blanket, dry
powder, carbon dioxide fire extinguisher immediately to put out the fire. Please
choose the method according to the actual situation.
3. Please use the product in an environment with a temperature between -10° C and
45° C.
4. It is forbidden to disassemble the product in any way. If the battery is pierced during
disassembly, it will cause the electrolyte inside the battery to leak or even cause fire
or explosion.
5. Mechanical impact, rolling, or throwing of the product is prohibited. Do not place
heavy objects on the product.
6. Do not heat the product. Do not place the product in a microwave oven or pressure
cooker.
7. It is forbidden to place the product near a heat source (stove or heater, etc.) or
inside the car in hot weather. Do not store the product in an environment above
45° C. The ideal temperature of storage is 22℃ to 28° C.
8. Do not store the battery for a long time after it is completely discharged to avoid the
battery entering the over-discharged state and causing damage to the battery cell,
and it will not be able to resume use.
BE CAREFUL：
1. Visual Controller VC100 is a high-precision control device. Damage may be caused
to Visual Controller VC100 if dropped or subject to external force, and this may result
in malfunction.
2. Visual Controller VC100 is not waterproof. Prevent contacts of any kind of liquid or
cleaner with the Visual Controller VC100. It is recommended to use dry cloth for
cleaning.
3. Protect Visual Controller VC100 from dust and sand during use.
CAUTION:
1. After the charging is complete, disconnect the product from the charger.
2. If you do not use the product for more than 10 days, please charge/discharge the
battery to 40%-65% and store it to extend the battery life.
3. Recharge and discharge every 3 months to keep the battery active.
Disclaimer and Warning
Safe Operation Guidelines
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