SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY 800RM61510 RONIN-M User Manual UnEncrypted

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User Manual Part 1

RONIN-M2015.8V1.4User Manual
2 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimers and WarningsCongratulations on purchasing your new DJI product. Please read this manual and disclaimer carefully before using this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read it fully. You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and any content created 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 local regulations, terms and any applicable policies and guidelines. By reading this disclaimer, you also agree: 1.  Any part of this disclaimer is subject to change without prior notice, refer to www.dji.com for the latest version. Do not modify or adjust the Ronin-M.The Ronin-M has been calibrated before it leaves the factory. No adjusting or amending to the Ronin-M is allowed. Make sure to use the original battery, otherwise performance may be hindered, and internal malfunctions and damage to the gimbal may be caused. Please download the corresponding Assistant software.As DJI has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed or accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the using, setting up, or assembling of the product, the user accepts all resulting liability. DJI assumes no liability for damages or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product. DJI and Ronin-M are registered trademarks of DJI. All names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are copyrighted by DJI, with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the product or information contained herein.FCC Compliance Ronin-M complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device accepts any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Required Notices to Use in TaiwanThis device has been granted a designation number by the National Communications Commission users are not allowed to change to frequency, increase the power or change the characteristics of the original design and function.Article 14 The use of low-power radio-frequency electronics shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications.
© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  3Using the ManualLegendImportant Hints and Tips Download the DJI Ronin-M Assistant AppDownload and install the DJI Assistant app. Search for "DJI Assistant" on the App Store and then follow the instructions for iOS installation.Search "DJI Ronin" on the Google Play and then follow the instructions for Android installation. http://m.dji.net/dji-roninAndroid 4.3 or above
4 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. ContentsDisclaimers and Warnings  2FCC Compliance   2Required Notices to Use in Taiwan  2Using the Manual  3Legend 3Download the DJI Ronin-M Assistant App  3Introduction 5In the Box  5Ronin-M Diagram  7Getting Started  7  Assembling the Handle Bar  10Installing the Handle Bar onto the Gimbal  10DJI Intelligent Battery Installation  10Mounting the Camera  11 Balancing 13    Advanced Roll Adjustment  15DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning  16Download and Install  16  DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning  22Install DJI PC / MAC Assistant  22 Remote Control  28Connecting the Remote Control to the Ronin-M  28  Remote Control Features  30Adding a Third-Party Transmitter/Receiver   31Operation Modes  31Underslung Mode  31Upright Mode  31Briefcase Mode  32Maintenance 32Troubleshooting 33 
© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  5Introductionstabilization technology. The technology built into the DJI Ronin-M allows a broad spectrum of cameras, Ronin Handheld Gimbal, the DJI Ronin-M is lighter, smaller, and more convenient to use. motors work with position feedback and the IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) to communicate with DJI’s custom 32-bit processor, which processes movement calculations in milliseconds. This reduces angular  steady. The Ronin-M can be used in three different operation modes: Underslung Mode, Upright Mode, and Briefcase Mode.In the BoxGimbal ×1The gimbal includes built-in DJI motor drive modules, an supply module, a Bluetooth module, a transmitter/receiver Handle Bar ×1Customizable handle bar for the gimbal. The handle bar is assembled from five parts, including a top handle, two handle bars and two grips.Control the gimbal’s movements, switch work modes, and select gimbal speed.Tuning Stand ×1For suspending or storing the gimbal. 
Ronin-M User Manual6 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Charger ×1Automatic switching charger 110-240VDJI Intelligent Battery ×2Power source for the gimbal.Cable Pack ×1Micro-USB Cable×1Camera Mounting Plate ×1For mounting your camera onto the gimbal.Accessories Package
© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  7Ronin-M DiagramGetting StartedDJI Intelligent BatteryBefore you start using your Ronin-M, be sure to charge the battery. The DJI Intelligent Battery was specially designed for the Ronin-M. It has a capacity of 1580mAh, a voltage of 14.4V, and a variety of three hours.DJI Intelligent Battery Charger[1]  Top Handle Bar [3]  Quick Release Mount[4] Pan Motor   [8] Bind Button [10]  DJI Intelligent Battery[11] Roll Motor [12] Tilt Motor[13]  Fore and Aft Adjustment[14]  Tilt Vertical Adjustment[15] Roll Adjustment[16] IMU Port   [20]  DJI Lightbridge Port (rear side)[21] GCU Port (rear side)[1][2][4][3][8][][5][6][][10][11][12][14][15][13][16][][18][][20][21]
Ronin-M User Manual8 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. DJI Intelligent Battery FunctionsBalanced Charging Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell during chargingCapacity Display Displays current battery levelsOvercharge Protection Charging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 16.8V, preventing overcharge damageOver-Discharge Protection  Discharging stops automatically when battery voltage reaches 12V, preventing over-discharge damage Automatically cuts power supply when a short circuit is detected Charging Temperature DetectionType LiPo Capacity 14.4V, 1580mAh   ᷂80% Read the user manual, disclaimer, and battery safety guidelines before use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. Always use DJI approved chargers. DJI takes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of non-DJI approved chargers.Charging the DJI Intelligent Battery1.  Connect the charger to a wall socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz). 2.  Connect the DJI Intelligent Battery to the charger. 3. The battery level indicator lights display the current charge level as the DJI Intelligent Battery charges.4. The DJI Intelligent Battery is fully charged when the battery level indicator lights turn off. Disconnect the battery from the charger when charging is complete.
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  9Using the DJI Intelligent Battery[1]  Battery Level Indicators  Checking the battery level: When the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned off, pressing the battery power button once will display the current battery level.Powering on: When the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned off, press and hold the power button for 1 second to turn on the DJI Intelligent Battery.Powering off: When the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned on, press and hold the power button for 1 second to turn off the DJI Intelligent Battery. Tuning Stand You can use the tuning stand during setup, or to store the gimbal. The following steps show how to use the tuning stand. 1.  Hold the stand in the upright position as shown in the picture below.2.  Press the buttons [1] on the outsides of the lower legs and rotate the legs downwards, away from the stand. Then press the buttons [2] on the outsides of the upper support arms and pull them upwards, as shown. 3.  The upper half of this tuning stand can be removed by loosening the knob on the rear of the stand [4]. When mounting this section to a C-stand, always be sure to check the balance of the stand so that [1][2][5][4][3][3][1][2])JHI-PX #BUUFSZ-FWFM
Ronin-M User Manual10 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Assembling the Handle Bar1.  Attach the handle bars to both sides of the top handle and tighten the grip screws.  2.  Attach the grips to the handle bar and lock them in the preferred position.Installing the Handle Bar onto the Gimbal1.  Place the handle bar in position, as shown below, then slide it horizontally into the gimbal and tighten the lock-knob.2.  Holding the gimbal by the grips, make sure that the gimbal is not obstructed during a 360 degrees pan. The installation is complete.DJI Intelligent Battery Installation locating slots, so that the DJI Intelligent Battery makes full contact with the gimbal’s electrical leads.2.  Tighten the screws on the DJI Intelligent Battery to lock it in place.
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  11  Make sure the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned off during installation.  An incorrectly installed battery may lead to (1) Poor battery connection, or (2) Unavailable battery information.Mounting the CameraThe Ronin-M uses an adjustable camera mounting plate that allows you to easily balance, install, and remove the camera. The Ronin-M has been tested with the following types of cameras. Other cameras similar in size and weight may also be compatible.Black Magic Cinema Camera Canon 5DMKIII Nikon D800Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera Canon 6D Panasonic GH3Canon 1Dc  Panasonic GH4Canon 5DMKII Canon C100  depth from the center of gravity on the camera measured from the top of the camera base plate,   shown in the image to the right.   To avoid obstructing camera movement, the use of soft connection cables is recommended.1.  Attach the camera mounting plate to your camera using the provided camera screws A, B, C or  holes are available on your camera, use them both. Choose the correct screw holes, according 2.  Install the lens support by gently pushing it up, so that it is applying light pressure to the lens. Then tighten the thumbscrew.195mm160mm140mm120mm
Ronin-M User Manual12 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Why do you need to use a lens support?Certain cameras have a very tight lens securing system, and some cameras such as the Canon 5D MK II and MK III have very loose lens securing systems. The Ronin-M balances the camera as one solid unit. If the mounted camera has a loose lens securing system, the lens support must be used. This is because a loose connection between the lens and the camera body may allow vibrations that travel through to the camera but not directly to the lens, resulting in the two masses shaking at different frequencies. The resulting oscillations best to use it at all times.  The lens support can be installed facing outward or inward to accommodate different lens types.  tightening the lens support.3.  With the gimbal facing outward on the tuning stand, slide the mounting plate into the receiver until the safety lock engages. Make sure the gimbal is not turned on when balancing the camera.4.  When the camera achieves a rough balance, tighten the camera base side clamp. You can adjust the tightness of the clamp with an M3 Allen wrench.
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  13The customizable handle bar of the Ronin-M can be removed, if necessary, by following the steps below. 1.  Loosen the two grip screws where the handle bar meets the gimbal, as shown.2. Remove the grips from the handle bar. 3. You can remove one or both sides of the handle bar.BalancingTo obtain the best performance from the Ronin-M, proper balancing is a must. Accurate balance is horseback riding, biking, car mounts, helicopters, etc.). Proper balance will also offer a longer battery setting up the software.The camera needs to be fully configured, with all accessories, prior to installing and balancing the camera on the gimbal. If the camera has a lens cap, be sure to remove it prior to balancing. Be sure that the Ronin-M’s power is turned off while balancing the camera. Balancing
Ronin-M User Manual14 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Step 1: Balancing the Vertical TiltTo adjust the vertical balance, you will need to change the camera’s vertical position. Adjust the height of the crossbar to achieve vertical tilt balance.    adjustment tabs. 2.  Gently slide the camera mount crossbar forwards or backwards until the camera points upwards when released.3.  Tighten the tabs and manually rotate the assembly, simulating tilt, to ensure there is no binding in the tilt motor. When proper balance is achieved, you can rotate the camera to any tilt angle, and it will stay in that position.Balancingmatch up, the assembly could possibly be skewed higher or lower on one side, which would cause the tilt motor to bind.Step 2: Balancing the Roll Axisbalance is achieved, the camera will stay level.1.  Loosen the two lock-knobs to allow the camera and mounting plate to slide left and right.  3.  Tighten the two lock-knobs to lock the camera mounting plate in position.When adjusting the roll balancing position of the camera, only loosen the two lock-knobs a Step 3: Balancing the Tilt Axis 
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  15Advanced Roll AdjustmentIf additional roll adjustment is needed in cases where the camera itself is too light in comparison to the tilt motor assembly, advanced roll adjustment can be achieved by loosening the indicated screws and pushing the assembly to the right or left.[1] [2]Balancing and backwards.   adjustments are required to achieve the proper balance.3.  Tighten the side clamp to lock the camera and mounting plate in position. If properly balanced, the camera should be able to remain steady at any given tilt angle.  Ronin-M is front heavy or rear heavy.  Tighten the clamp after balancing is completed.
16 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. DJI Ronin-M Assistant App TuningDJI Assistant App.Download and Install1.  Download the DJI Assistant app:   operating position (facing forwards). Turn on your Ronin-M, then open the DJI Assistant App.e-mail address. 4. Connect your device to the Ronin-M by following the step-by-step instructions in the DJI Assistant App. After connecting to the gimbal’s main control, you will see the Wizard menu. When the indicator at the top of the screen displays solid green and the blue light is blinking, the After enabling Bluetooth on your mobile device, return to the DJI Assistant App to connect to the Ronin-M. The Ronin-M will not appear in the mobile device’s Bluetooth device list. It can only be connected via the DJI Assistant App.Basic SettingsThe functions accessible in the Wizard are the most basic functions you may want to adjust upon receiving your Ronin-M. These options are also the most frequently used functions during standard operation. You can adjust all of these settings in the Wizard menu.N/A὎GimbalModeὉWizardPan SmoothTrackTilt SmoothTrackRoll SmoothTrackSpeedPan AxisTilt AxisDeadband AccelSmoothTrack AdjustmentsRoll Axis Test Pan SpeedSmoothTrack TestTest Tilt SpeedGimbal Control Viewer MoreN/A὎GimbalModeὉWizardAuto Tune StabilityBriefcase ModePan SmoothTrackLive DataCalibrateBriefcase ModeSmoothTrack ModePowerPanTiltRollAngleTilt SmoothTrackRoll SmoothTrackGimbal Control Viewer MoreGimbal Control Viewer MorePan Thumb ControllerRemoteOperatorTilt Control Speed AdjustmentSpeedPan AxisTilt AxisDeadband AccelRoll Axis Test Pan SpeedSmoothTrack TestTest Tilt SpeedTest Roll Speed὎Gimbal Wizard1. Calibrate   mounted or whenever the lens or accessories are changed. This will ensure stability and provide ideal calibrated settings.DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  17DJI Ronin-M Assistant App TuningWizard GimbalMotorMode:N/ASmoothTrackGimbal Control Viewer MoreGimbal Control Viewer More὎ Mode:N/AMotorGimbalPan AxisStiffnessPower AngleTrimTilt AxisRoll AxisPan Tilt Roll Auto Tune StabilityLive DataConfiguration὎GimbalTest Pan SpeedTest Tilt SpeedSmoothTrackSmoothTrack AdjustmentsTestSpeed Deadband AccelPan AxisTilt Axis  Roll Axis Gimbal Control Viewer MorePan SmoothTrackSmoothTrack ModeTilt SmoothTrackRoll SmoothTrack2. Live Data reading greater than 10, this often means the mechanical balancing of the camera hasn’t been properly 3. Briefcase ModeWhen Briefcase Mode is switched on, the Ronin-M will be able to seamlessly transform into this operation mode. With Briefcase Mode turned off, the Ronin-M will allow the camera to roll when the  deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s pan.  deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s roll.  deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s tilt.before tapping the test button.5. Control Speed AdjustmentAdvanced SettingsThere are more advanced functions you can adjust through the Assistant to meet your requirements.Gimbal Menu
Ronin-M User Manual18 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 1. Motor Adjustment sensors and interpreted by the Ronin-M) to accomplish an optimized setting. Besides the stiffness, there offer the optimal stability and settings.The higher you adjust the stiffness settings, without causing any vibrations or oscillations to the gimbal, the 2. SmoothTrack Mode.Control Menu1. DeadbandThe thumb controller and the remote operator control can have independently adjusted pan and tilt deadband settings. The larger the deadband, the more stick movement will be required to translate into actual movement of the gimbal.Gimbal Control Viewer MoreN/AModeὉWizard ControlDeadband Maximum SpeedSmoothing EndpointChannels Settings὎Gimbal Control Viewer MoreDeadband AdjustmentThumb ControllerRemoteOperatorPan TiltControl Deadband὎Gimbal Control Viewer MoreControl Speed AdjustmentThumb ControllerRemoteOperatorPan TiltControl Maximum Speed2. Maximum Speedwhich is also known as an increasing response curve. This means the amount that the gimbal moves can be adjusted to be milder below the first half of control stick travel and increased to a higher can be set independent of each other.DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  19὎Gimbal Control Viewer MoreN/AModeὉTest Pan EndpointsTest Tilt EndpointsEndpoint AdjustmentsTestPan AxisLeft RightUp DownTilt AxisControl Endpoint  ὎Gimbal Control Viewer MoreSmoothing AdjustmentThumb ControllerRemoteOperatorPan TiltControl Smoothing 3. Smoothing When the control stick input is released, the translated movement will be smoother and slower than if the smoothing is increased. If smoothing is set to 0, the slowdown will be translated as an abrupt stop. The thumb controller and remote operator control sticks can be set independently. Pan and tilt smoothing can also be independently adjusted.which the gimbal will rotate left or right during controller input. the gimbal can rotate up or down.buttons.5. Channels6. SettingsController Priority: If both input devices simultaneously send control signals to the gimbal, the input from the selected controller will take priority and will control the device at that given time.DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual20 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Gimbal Control Viewer More὎N/AModeὉControl SettingsController PriorityRemote Operator Thumb ControllerPan/Tilt Remote Speed AdjustmentCombined IndependentSpeed Toggle PresetsPan FastNormalSlowRollTilt὎CH 0CH 1CH 2CH 3CH 4CH 5CH 6CH 7Gimbal Control Viewer MoreControl ChannelsChannelsPanNormalNormalNormalREVREVREVNormalNormalTiltRolltake over.Viewer Menu὎ViewerControl Viewer More14.50V0:01:5935.40ȡPowerPowerAngleAnglePan AxisTilt AxisRoll AxisVoltageTemperatureTime2-20-0.01ȡ-0.45ȡ1.89ȡGimbal Gimbal Control Viewer More὎ἹἹἹ!ἹἹἹDPNN/AModeὉMoreBriefcase ModeMotor KillCalibrate CenterCalibrate SystemRestore Default SettingsAccountsRoll ControlInternal ReceiverSilent ModeThe viewer provides all the essential live data for monitoring the gimbal’s electronics, as well as  indicated. The voltage of the battery, temperature of the main electronics, and also current uptime can also be monitored via this menu.DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  21More MenuBriefcase ModeWhen Briefcase Mode is switched on, the Ronin-M will be able to seamlessly transform into this operation mode. With Briefcase Mode turned off, the Ronin-M will allow the camera to roll when the Motor KillWhen the Motor Kill switch is activated, the Ronin-M is still powered on, but the motors will be powered off. This will allow an adjustment to the gimbal or camera without having to turn it off completely. Prior to turning off the Motor Kill switch, make sure the gimbal is positioned in the standard operating to make a quick mechanical adjustment to the gimbal or camera setup.Roll Control or the thumb controller.Silent Modequiet room. By enabling silent mode, larger and sudden gimbal movements may not be as accurately stabilized during use in situations such as running when silent mode wouldn’t really be needed. Use silent mode in quiet conditions where light motor noise may be an issue during audio recording. Otherwise, it is recommended to leave silent mode off.Internal ReceiverWhen the Internal Receiver is off, the gimbal cannot be controlled by a remote control or the thumb controller, and can only be controlled by other devices via a D-Bus or Lightbridge connection.Calibrate CenterCalibrate System  movement of the camera with the lens pointing straight down is possible without any interference from after calibration is complete.Restore Default SettingsDevice List Bluetooth devices it recognizes.DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning
22 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. DJI PC / MAC Assistant TuningThere is no need to repeat settings adjustment in both Assistants. The DJI Assistant App and the DJI PC/MAC Assistant program cannot be connected at the same time. If running the DJI Assistant App on your mobile device, be sure to disconnect Install DJI PC / MAC AssistantInstalling and Running on Windows 2.  Download the appropriate Assistant installer from DJI.com. 4. Run Assistant. Installing and Running on Mac OS X1.  Download the Assistant installer (.DMG) from the Ronin-M product page on DJI.com.    DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  23DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning launch the program.   using Finder or Launchpad.manual are from the Windows version.
Ronin-M User Manual24 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. Settingsrefer to the section describing the DJI Assistant App for more details.Basic1.  GimbalMotor: (as relayed from the sensors and interpreted by the Ronin-M) to accomplish an optimized setting. Live Data: Briefcase Mode:Internal Receiver Off:controller or the optional thumb controller. The gimbal can then only be controlled by other devices via a D-Bus or Lightbridge connection when the Internal Receiver is off.Roll Remote Control Off: by the included remote controller or the optional thumb controller.Motor Kill Switch: SmoothTrack: be adjusted independently.  camera when running the test procedures.Reset Password: If you forgot your Bluetooth connection password, click here to reset your password.Calibrate Center: DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  25The thumb controller and the remote operator control sticks have a Deadband, Maximum Speed, and Smoothing adjustment, all of which can be set independently.  down movement when used with a remote control or the thumb controller.buttons.Controller Priority: If both input devices simultaneously send control signals to the gimbal, the input from the selected controller will take priority and will control the device at that given time.Pan/Tilt Remote Speed Adjustment: Click to choose combined or independent settings.Speed Toggle Presets:    Viewer Menu: The Viewer Menu provides essential live data for monitoring the Ronin-M’s electronics and Calibrate System:calibrate the system, place the Ronin-M on the tuning stand and make sure it is completely steady. Restart the Ronin-M after calibration is complete.Auto Tune Stability: stiffness settings (as relayed from the sensors and interpreted by the Ronin-M) to accomplish an optimized setting.Default: Click here to restore all settings to the factory defaults.2. ControlDJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual26 © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 3. ChannelsThis page provides all of the essential information regarding the Ronin-M’s battery.Assistant will take over.DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning
Ronin-M User Manual© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.  27You can check which version of the DJI Assistant App you are using in the Info tab. the Ronin-M will be locked and you will need to contact customer support.InfoUpgradethe steps below: in the PC Assistant blinks blue.   5.  Power the Ronin-M off and then on after the upgrade is complete.   until the upgrade is complete. DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning

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