SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY HG9001407 RONIN User Manual Ronin V1 0
SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD RONIN Ronin V1 0
Contents
- 1. user manual part 1
- 2. user manual part 2
user manual part 2
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DJI Ronin Assistant App Tuning
Download and Install
1. Download the DJI Assistant App:
Search “DJI Assistant” on the App Store then follow instructions for the iOS version.
2. Be sure Bluetooth is switched to the on postion on your mobile device. Position the camera in the
standard operating position. Power on your Ronin and then open the app to connect to the Ronin
via Bluetooth.
4. Connect to your Ronin according to the tips in the app. After connecting to the main controller
of the gimbal, you will see the Wizard menu. When the green light at the top in the App is steady
and the blue light is blinking, the connection is complete. The green LED light on the Ronin will
light up.
There are two device types, choose "Ronin" to enter the gimbal assistant page. Choosing "A2"
Basic Settings
The functionality in the Wizard are the most basic functions you may want to adjust upon receiving
your Ronin. These options are also the most used functions during standard operation of the Ronin.
You can complete all these settings in the Wizard menu.
1. Calibrate
Auto Tune Stability provides an easy one-touch button for automatic configuration of each axis.
mounted such as a lens change or accessories change. This will offer the best stability and the most
optimal settings.
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2. Live Data
This monitors the feedback from each motor axis. If a particular motor axis indicates a power greater than
10, this often means the mechanical balancing of the camera hasn’t been properly adjusted. A properly
balanced camera rig will have each axis indicating close to 0 power. Don’t worry if these settings are not
always 0. The Angle indicates the current angle at which each axis is in relation to center.
3. Briefcase Mode
When Briefcase Mode is switched on, the Ronin will be able to seamlessly transform into this operation
mode. With Briefcase Mode turned off, the Ronin will allow the Roll axis to follow if the Ronin is tilted
past the standard roll axis travel.
4. SmoothTrack Mode
When SmoothTrack Mode is enabled, the Ronin will can be "steered" by the camera operator’s movements
in the Pan and Tilt axis. This steering/translation speed can be adjusted for each axis independently. When
the Ronin's top bar is rotated left or right, the camera will smoothly pan and slow down to a stop. Under the
SmoothTrack options, the Pan Axis and the Tilt Axis can be independently adjusted.
Pan Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a pan movement. Pan
Deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s pan.
Tilt Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a tilt movement. Tilt deadband
will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s tilt.
The Pan and Tilt SmoothTrack speed can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera
when tapping these Test buttons.
5. Control Speed Adjustment
Remote control speed can be adjusted here. The adjustment represents the maximum speed of
gimbal control in the Pan and Tilt axis when the control sticks are pushed to their endpoints.
Advanced Settings
There are more advanced functions you can adjust through the Assistant to meet your requirement.
Gimbal Menu
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1. Gimbal Motor Adjustment
The Auto Tune Stability button allows for automatic adjustment of each motor’s stiffness settings (as relayed
from the sensors and how the Ronin sees each axis’s interaction) to accomplish an optimized setting.
Besides tuning stiffness, there are other electronic settings being tuned. It is highly recommended that the
lens change or accessories change. This will offer the best stability and the most optimal settings.
amount of power applied to the motors as they react to the balancing of weight on each axis. The higher
you can adjust the stiffness settings without having any vibrations or oscillations from the gimbal, the better.
A majority of the time, the Auto Tuned settings will be suitable. The Trim adjustment controls the preset
amount of trim applied to each axis off center. The default setting of 0 degrees represents center.
2. Gimbal SmoothTrack Mode
When SmoothTrack Mode is enabled, the Ronin will can be "steered" by the camera operator’s
movements in the Pan and Tilt axis. This steering/translation speed can be adjusted for each axis
independently. When the Ronin's top bar is rotated left or right, the camera will smoothly pan and slow
down to a stop. Under the SmoothTrack options, the Pan Axis and the Tilt Axis can be independently
adjusted.
Pan Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a pan movement. Pan
Deadband will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s pan.
Tilt Axis speed will determine how fast the camera will travel while translating a tilt movement. Tilt deadband
will determine how much movement the gimbal will tolerate prior to translating the camera’s tilt.
The Pan and Tilt SmoothTrack speed can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera
when tapping these Test buttons.
Control Menu
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1. Controller Deadband
Onboard controller and the remote operator controller can have independent pan and tilt deadbands
of movement. The larger the deadband, the more deadband there is in the stick movement prior to the
input being translated to actual movement of the gimbal.
2. Controller Maximum Speed
Maximum Speed is a function that allows the controlled stick response from being a linear response
to what is known as an increasing response curve. This means the amount of gimbal travel in the Pan
or Tilt is not directly proportional to control stick travel. Control response can be adjusted to be milder
half of control stick travel. This preset exponential curve is selected based off the input of maximum
speed. The onboard controller and the remote operator control sticks can have maximum speeds set
independently from each other.
DJI Ronin Assistant App Tuning
3. Controller Smoothing
When the control stick input is released, the smoothing of the translated movement will come to a
smooth slow down if the smoothing is increased. If the smoothing is 0, the slowdown will appear as an
abrupt stop. The onboard controller and remote operator control sticks can be set independently. Pan
and tilt smoothing can also be set independently.
4. Controller Endpoints Adjustment
Pan Axis endpoints can be adjusted independently for left and right movement when used with a
remote control or the onboard controller. Pan Axis endpoints setting means during controller input, the
maximum point in which the gimbal will rotate left or right.
If the requirement to rotate 360 degrees on the Pan axis is needed, simply adjust the endpoints for pan to 0.
If endpoints are set to 0 for 360 degree Pan ability, then "Test Pan Endpoint" will not move the pan axis.
Tilt Axis endpoints can be adjusted independently for up and down movement when used with a
remote control or the onboard controller. Tilt Axis endpoints setting means during controller input, the
maximum point in which the gimbal will rotate up or down.
The Pan and Tilt endpoints can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera when tapping
the Test buttons.
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DJI Ronin Assistant App Tuning
5. Channels
Roll can be re-assigned to either of the remote control sticks. The controlled axis can also be reversed.
6. Controller Settings
Controller Priority: If both input devices send control signals to the gimbal, the selected controller
priority will be the only device to send a signal at that given time.
control. The control speed settings for pan and tilt can be set independently from each other.
Setting Speed Toggle Presets, you are setting the Function switch (left switch) on the Ronin remote
control. These presets will allow you to change the SmoothTrack speed remotely. If the remote control
is turned on, the Speed Toggle Presets for SmoothTrack will take precedence over the App settings.
Once the remote control is turned off, the SmoothTrack settings in the App will take over.
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More Menu
Briefcase Mode
When Briefcase Mode is switched on, the Ronin will be able to seamlessly transform into this
operational mode. With Briefcase Mode turned off, the Ronin will continue to allow the Roll axis to
follow.
Motor Kill Switch
When activated, the Ronin 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 off the gimbal. Prior to turning off the kill
switch, make sure the gimbal is positioned in the standard operating position. The motor kill switch can
also be used in case the gimbal operator runs into an issue, or you need to make a quick mechanical
adjustment to the gimbal or camera setup.
Calibrate Center
If the Ronin’s Pan axis is off center, you can recalibrate the true center of the Ronin using this switch.
Using a remote control, position the pan axis at dead center, then tap the Calibrate Center. Tap “Center”
Calibrate System
Calibrate System is only used if you notice any kind of drift in any of the axes. To calibrate the system, place
the Ronin on the tuning stand and make sure it is completely steady. Then tap the Calibrate System button
Restore Default Settings
Viewer Menu
The viewer provides all the essential live data for monitoring the gimbals electronics as well as
feedback from the motors. Power is indicated for each axis. The current angle of each axis is also
indicated. The voltage of the battery, temperature of the main electronics, and also current uptime can
also be monitored via this menu.
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DJI PC Assistant Tuning
The tuning abilities of the DJI Assistant App and DJI PC Assistant are the same. There is no
need to repeat your settings in both Assistants.
Install the DJI WIN driver and DJI PC Assistant
1. Download the DJI WIN DRIVER INSTALLER from the Ronin product page on DJI.com.
2. Download the appropriate Assistant installer from DJI.com.
4. Run Assistant.
The Assistant installer can be used on Windows XP, Win7, and Win8 (32 or 64 bit)
Settings
Adjust the following basic functions before using the Ronin: Auto Tune Stability, Briefcase Mode,
SmoothTrack and Maximum Speed Adjustment.
refer to the DJI Assistant App for more details.
Basic
1. Gimbal
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Motor: The Auto Tune Stability button allows for automatic adjustment of each motor’s stiffness settings
(as relayed from the sensors and how the Ronin sees each axis’s interaction) to accomplish an
optimized setting. Each axis has its own stiffness and trim adjustment.
Live Data: This monitors the feedback from the motors on each axis.
Briefcase Mode: Select the checkbox to enable Briefcase Mode.
Motor Kill Switch: Select the checkbox to enable the Motor Kill Switch.
SmoothTrack: Select the checkbox to enable SmoothTrack. Note the Pan Axis and the Tilt Axis can be
independently adjusted.
The Pan and Tilt SmoothTrack speed can be tested. Ensure there is no obstruction of the camera
when clicking the Test buttons.
Reset Password: If you forgot your Bluetooth connection password, click here to reset your password.
Calibrate Center: If the Ronin’s Pan axis is off center, you can recalibrate the true center of the Ronin using
this switch. Using a remote control, position the pan axis at dead center, then click the Calibrate Center. Click
Viewer Menu: The Viewer provides essential live data for monitoring the Ronin’s electronics and feedback
from the motors. Power is indicated for each axis. The current angle of each axis is also indicated.
Calibrate System: Calibrate System is only used if you notice any kind of drift in any of the axes. To
calibrate the system, place the Ronin on the tuning stand and make sure it is completely steady. Then
Auto Tune Stability: The Auto Tune Stability button allows for automatic adjustment of each motor’s
stiffness settings (as relayed from the sensors and how the Ronin sees each axis’s interaction) to
accomplish an optimized setting.
Default: Click here to restore all of the factory settings.
2. Control
The onboard controller and the remote operator control sticks have a Deadband, Maximum Speed, and
Smoothing, all of which can be set independently.
Endpoint: Pan Axis endpoints can be adjusted independently for left and right movement when used with a
remote control or the onboard controller. Tilt Axis endpoints can be adjusted independently for up and down
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movement when used with a remote control or the onboard controller.
If the requirement to rotate 360 degrees on the Pan axis is needed, simply adjust the endpoints for pan to 0. If
endpoints are set to 0 for 360 degree Pan ability, then "Test Pan Endpoint" will not move the pan axis.
The Pan and Tilt endpoints can be tested. Ensure the camera is unobstructed when clicking the Test buttons.
Controller Priority: If both input devices send control signals to the gimbal, the selected controller priority will be
the only device to send a signal at that given time.
Pan/Tilt Remote Speed Adjustment: Click to choose combined or independent settings.
Speed Toggle Presets: These presets will allow you to change the SmoothTrack speed remotely. If the remote
control is turned on, the Speed Toggle Presets for SmoothTrack will take precedence over the Assistant
settings. Once the remote control is turned off, the SmoothTrack settings in the Assistant will take over.
DJI PC Assistant Tuning
3. Channels
Roll can be re-assigned to either of the remote control sticks. The controlled axis can also be reversed.
4. Battery
*This page
provides all of
the essential
information
regarding the
Ronin’s battery.
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Upgrade
the steps below:
1. Connect the Ronin to your computer via the Micro-USB cable and wait until the blue indicator LED
in the PC Assistant blinks.
2. Click “Upgrade”.
5. Power the Ronin off and on after the upgrade is complete.
Ensure your computer is connected to the internet.
Ensure the Ronin is powered on during the upgrade.
Do not disconnect the USB cable during the upgrade.
Do not power off the Ronin until the upgrade is completed.
DJI PC Assistant Tuning
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You can check the Assistant version via Info.
S/N is a 32 digit authorization code for future function activations. The authorization code for your unit
30 times, your GCU will be locked and you will have to contact our customer support.
DJI PC Assistant Tuning
Info
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Remote Control
Connecting the Remote Control to Ronin
1. Insert four AA batteries into the battery compartment on the back of the remote control. Pay
attention to the negative and positive poles.
2. Turn on the Ronin, then turn on the Remote Controllers's power switch. The LED on the Ronin will
blink red at this time.
3. Press and hold the Bind button (shown below) for a few seconds until the LED blinks green
three times. If the LED changes to a solid, red light, the remote control and the Ronin have been
successfully bound. The binding process only needs to be done once unless the bind button is
pressed or if the Ronin needs to be bound to another remote control.
[2]
[3]
[5]
[4]
[6]
[7]
[8]
[9]
[1]
J3
J4
J2
J1
[10]
[11]
Bind Button
Please make sure the batteries have enough capacity before use. If the low voltage
warning alert sounds, please replace the batteries as soon as possible.
Use the correct type of battery.
For long-term storage, remove the batteries from the remote control.
[1] Antenna
[2] Carrying Handle
[3] 3-Position Switch MODE
[4] 3-Position Switch FUNCTION
[5] Joystick 1(J1;J2)
[6] Joystick 2(J3;J4)
[7] Neck Strap Attachment
[8] Power Switch
[9] Power Indicator
[10] Battery Compartment
[11] Micro-USB Port
Remote Control
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Remote Control Power LED Indicator Status
Power LED Indicator Sound Remote Control Status
—
Solid red None Normal
B-B-B…… Low voltage alert. It will sound at 4V-4.3V. Replace the
batteries immediately.
B--B--B…… Inactivity alert. Will sound after 15 minutes of inactivity. It will
stop once you continue using the remote control or turn it off.
The remote control will automatically power off when the battery voltage drops below 4V.
Remote Control Features
MODE: The MODE switch is used for toggling SmoothTrack.
1. In Position 1, SmoothTrack is off. Remote control will freely position
pan axis stops and holds the last input position of the pan axis control
stick.
2. In Position 2, SmoothTrack is on. Remote control will freely position
pan axis stops and holds the last input position of the pan axis control
stick.
3. In Position 3, SmoothTrack is on. The gimbal will always point and
reset pan to the forward facing direction once the pan axis control
stick is let go.
Position 1 -Free, SmoothTrack Off
Position 2 -Free, SmoothTrack On
Position 3 -Reset to Center, SmoothTrack On
FUNCTION: 1. The FUNCTION switch is used to select the SmoothTrack speed.
There are 3 possible selections: Fast, Normal and Slow. The value
of each speed can be preset in the App or PC Assistant.
Position 1 -Fast Position 2 -Normal Position 3 -Slow
2. Activating Kill Switch.
3 consecutively for 3 times and you will activate the motor kill
switch. Do the same again to turn off the motor kill switch. Prior to
re-activating the gimbal motors, be sure to position the camera in
the standard operating position. The motor kill switch is useful in
case the gimbal operator runs into an issue or you need to make a
quick mechanical adjustment to the gimbal or camera setup.
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Left Stick: Horizontal movements on the left stick control the Roll axis. Vertical
Right Stick: Horizontal
movements ont the right stick
control the Pan axis.
Right Stick:Vertical movements
on the right stick control the Tilt
axis.
These stick settings can be customized in the DJI Ronin Assistant App or PC Assistant.
Adding 3rd Party Transmitter/Receiver
Ronin supports 3rd party transmitters/receivers, such as D-Bus or PPM. Connect the transmitter
through the port (refer to Page 8 for the location of D-Bus/PPM port ).
Operation Modes
There are three operation modes in the Ronin: underslung mode, upright mode and briefcase mode.
Underslung Mode
Underslung mode is the standard, default mode. It can be used without any user input.
Operation Modes
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Upright Mode
Flip the gimbal forward 180 degrees and it will automatically change to upright mode. Alternatively,
you can set the gimbal into upright mode before turning it on. Upright mode is ideal for car mounts
or other high camera positions, as it allows you to shoot higher and/or at eye level. Upright mode can
upright mode.
Briefcase Mode
Briefcase mode allows you to hold the Ronin in a slim profile close to your body. To enter briefcase
mode, tilt the gimbal on the roll axis 90 degrees to the left or right. You may turn briefcase mode off in the
gimbal app, in which case the Ronin will never automatically transform into briefcase mode. In briefcase
mode, the remote control does not have pan or roll control of the Ronin.
Maintenance
The figure to the right shows the proper way to
transport the Ronin with the stand. Using the hook-
and-loop straps, lock the Ronin gimbal in place as
shown. Be sure to undo the straps prior to turning
the Ronin on!
The Ronin is a precise machine and it is not water
resistant. Keep it away from sand and dust during
usage. After use, it is recommended to wipe the
Ronin down with a soft dry cloth. Never spray any
cleaning liquids onto the Ronin.
Upright Mode Briefcase Mode
Maintenance
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Troubleshooting
NO. The Problem What to Do
1 Motors appear to be weak After camera balancing, launch the Assistant App or the PC
Assistant and start the Auto Tune Stability. Wait for the process
to complete and the stiffness settings will be populated on the
screen.
2 If after tapping the Auto
Tune Stability button and
the gimbal is still vibrating
(1) Check to make sure all knobs are very tight. Including the
pan motor knob.
(2) Check to make sure the camera securing screw is tight.
Push on the camera plate to make sure it is not loose and
sliding in the camera mount.
(3) Try decreasing the stiffness of the each axis. You should
be able to tell if there is one particular axis being affected
by looking at the "power" of the axes.
3 Pan axis seems off center Go into the Assistant App or PC Assistant, tap/click the
Calibrate Center and follow the on-screen instructions.
4 Ronin seems to be drifting Place the Ronin on the tuning stand and in the Assistant App
or the PC Assistant, tap/click the Calibrate System button. Let
the process complete before picking up the Ronin.
5 SmoothTrack doesn’t work (1) Turn on the Remote control and be sure the MODE switch
is not at Position 1 (the uppermost position).
(2) SmoothTrack is turned off in the Assistant App or the PC
Assistant software.
(3) the SmoothTrack Deadband is turned up too high. Reduce
the Deadband size in the SmoothTrack Menu.
6 Motors seem to shutoff
automatically
Check your camera balance. If the power indicated in the
Gimbal Motors Menu indicates 10 or more on any of the 3
axes, please rebalance your camera.
7 Gimbal shuts off and
doesn’t come back on
Power cycle the gimbal. This is a motor protection algorithm
that’s built into the Ronin to save it’s own electronic
components. If any particular motor goes into a self protection
mode (motor shuts off) 6 times within a 1 minute period, the
Ronin will shut off power to the motors and will not come back
to life unless power cycled.
8 Forgot the Bluetooth
password
Connect Ronin to the PC Assistant and click the "Reset
Password" button to reset your password.
9 Footage appears to
wobble side to side or up
and down
SmoothTrack speed is too high or SmoothTrack deadband
is too low. Decrease the SmoothTrack speed or increase the
deadband.
Troubleshooting
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General
Built-In Functions Three Operation Modes
Underslung Mode
Upright Mode
Briefcase Mode
Built-in independent IMU module
DJI Specialized Gimbal Drive
Motors with Encoders
Bluetooth Module
USB Connection
2.4GHz Receiver
Temperature Sensor
DJI Advanced 32-Bit DSP Processor
D-Bus/PPM Receiver Supported
Peripheral
Camera Tray Dimensions Maximum depth at center of mass on camera base plate: 140mm
Maximum height measured from top of camera base plate:
225mm
Maximum width: 195mm
Accessory Power Connections 12V regulated P-Tap x 2, USB 500mW x 1, DJI Lightbridge x 1
GCU Input Power 4S Ronin Battery
Connections 2.4GHz Remote Control, Bluetooth, USB
PC Assistant Software
Requirements
Windows XP SP3; Windows 7; Windows 8 (32 or 64 bit)
Mobile Assistant Software
Requirements
iOS version 6.1 or above. Mobile devices: iPhone 4s, iPhone 5,
iPhone 5s, iPod touch 4, iPod touch 5 , iPad 3, iPad 4, iPad mini
Mechanical & Electrical Characteristics
Working Current Static current: 300mA (@16V)
Dynamic current: 600mA (@16V)
Locked motor current: Max 10A (@16V)
Operating Temperature -15°C ~ 50°C (-5°F ~ 120°F)
Weight 4.20kg (9.26lbs) fully loaded with handlebar
Gimbal Dimensions 620mm(W) x 280-380mm (D) x 500mm(H)
Working Performance
Load Weight Capacity
(Reference Value)
7.25kg (16lbs)
Control Angle Accuracy 0.02°
Maximum Control Rotation
Speed
Pan axis: 90°/sec
Tilt axis: 100°/sec
Roll axis: 30°/sec
Control Rotation Range Pan axis control: 360°
Tilt axis control: Up 45° to Down 120°
Roll axis control: ± 25°
FCC statements:
This device 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 must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused
by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment. Such modifications or
changes could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
‐ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
‐ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
‐Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
‐Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Power is so low that no RF exposure calculation is needed.