RONIN-M User Manual V1.6 2015.
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Using the Manual Legend Important Hints and Tips References or Definitions Download the DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Download 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. iOS 7.0 or above Android 4.3 or above http://m.dji.net/dji-ronin © 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.
Contents Disclaimers and Warnings FCC Compliance Required Notices to Use in Taiwan Using the Manual Legend Download the DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Introduction In the Box Ronin-M Diagram Getting Started DJI Intelligent Battery Tuning Stand Assembling the Handle Bar Installing the Handle Bar onto the Gimbal DJI Intelligent Battery Installation Mounting the Camera Configuring the Handle Bar Balancing Step 1: Balancing the Vertical Tilt Step 2: Balancing the Roll Axis Step 3: Balancing the Tilt Axis Step 4: B
Introduction Developed for filmmaking professionals, the DJI Ronin-M marks a generational leap forward in camera stabilization technology. The technology built into the DJI Ronin-M allows a broad spectrum of cameras, of varying sizes and weights, to be stabilized during filming. Based on the successful design of the DJI Ronin Handheld Gimbal, the DJI Ronin-M is lighter, smaller, and more convenient to use.
Ronin-M User Manual Charger ×1 Automatic switching charger 110-240V DJI Intelligent Battery ×2 Power source for the gimbal. Supplies power for other external devices. Cable Pack ×1 ANSI cable JIS or CE cable (varies by region) Micro-USB Cable×1 For firmware upgrades. Camera Mounting Plate ×1 For mounting your camera onto the gimbal.
Ronin-M Diagram [1] [2] [3] [5] [4] Ronin-M Diagram / Getting Started [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [13] [16] [12] [14] [17] [18] [1] Top Handle Bar [2] Side Handle [3] Quick Release Mount [4] Pan Motor [5] Pan Adjustment Slider [6] D-BUS Receiver Port [7] USB Port & CAN Bus Port [8] Bind Button [9] Gimbal LED Indicator Light [10] DJI Intelligent Battery [11] Roll Motor [15] [19] [20] [21] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] Tilt Motor Fore and Aft Adjustment Tilt Vertical Adjustmen
Ronin-M User Manual DJI Intelligent Battery Functions Getting Started Balanced Charging Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell during charging Capacity Display Displays current battery levels Overcharge Protection Charging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 16.
Ronin-M User Manual Using the DJI Intelligent Battery [3] [2] [1] [1] Battery Level Indicators [2] Power Button (with LED indicator) [3] Thumb Screws Low Battery Level High Tuning Stand You can use the tuning stand to hold the Ronin-M during setup or for storage. To unfold the tuning stand, follow the steps below. 1. Hold the tuning stand in the upright position. 2. Remove the lower legs from their vertical position and install them into the bottom base of the stand.
Ronin-M User Manual Assembling the Handle Bar 1. 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. Getting Started Installing the Handle Bar onto the Gimbal 1. 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.
Ronin-M User Manual 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 Camera The 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.
Ronin-M User Manual 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.
Ronin-M User Manual Configuring the Handle Bar 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. Balancing 2. Remove the grips from the handle bar. 3. You can remove one or both sides of the handle bar. 4. The resulting configuration is shown below. Balancing To obtain the best performance from the Ronin-M, proper balancing is a must.
Ronin-M User Manual Step 1: Balancing the Vertical Tilt To 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. 1. Rotate the Tilt Axis so that the camera lens is pointing upward and loosen the two vertical adjustment tabs. 2. Gently slide the camera mount crossbar forwards or backwards until the camera points upwards when released. 3.
Ronin-M User Manual 1. Loosen the camera base's side clamp to allow the camera and mounting plate to slide forwards and backwards. 2. Slide the camera forwards or backwards until the tilt axis remains level. Only very small 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.
DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning After balancing the mechanism, you can fine tune the balance by adjusting software parameters in the DJI Assistant App. Download and Install 1. Download the DJI Assistant app: For the iOS version, search “DJI Assistant” in the App Store, then follow the installation instructions. Search “DJI Ronin” on the Google Play then follow instructions for the Android version. 2.
Ronin-M User Manual 2. Live Data This data represents the feedback from each motor axis. If a particular motor axis indicates a power reading greater than 10, this often means the mechanical balancing of the camera hasn’t been properly adjusted. A properly balanced camera rig will display readings close to 0 power on each axis, but these values may vary. The angle reading indicates the current angle of each axis in relation to center. 3.
Ronin-M User Manual 1. Motor Adjustment The Auto Tune Stability button allows for automatic adjustment of each motor’s stiffness (as relayed from the sensors and interpreted by the Ronin-M) to accomplish an optimized setting. Besides the stiffness, there are other electronic settings being tuned. It is highly recommended that the Auto Tune Stability button be tapped whenever a new camera configuration is mounted or the lens or accessories are changed. This will offer the optimal stability and settings.
Ronin-M User Manual Mode：N/A Control Smoothing ？ Endpoint ？ Endpoint Adjustments Smoothing Adjustment Thumb Controller Remote Operator Control Pan Tilt 15 15 15 15 Left Right 0 0 Up Down 0 0 Pan Axis Tilt Axis Test Test Pan Endpoints Test Tilt Endpoints Gimbal Control Viewer More Gimbal Control Viewer More 4.
Ronin-M User Manual Assistant settings. Once the remote control is turned off, the SmoothTrack settings in the Assistant will take over.
Ronin-M User Manual More Menu Briefcase Mode When 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 Ronin-M is tilted past the standard roll axis parameters. Motor Kill When the Motor Kill switch is activated, the Ronin-M is still powered on, but the motors will be powered off.
DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning You can also configure the Ronin-M and upgrade the firmware through the DJI PC/MAC Assistant. The configuration settings of the DJI Assistant App and DJI PC/MAC Assistant are the same. 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.
Ronin-M User Manual 4. Locate the Gimbal icon using the Finder, press “Control,” then click the icon (or right-click the icon using a mouse). Choose Open from the shortcut menu, then click Open in the dialog box to launch the program. 5. After the first successful launch, double click the Gimbal icon, as usual, to launch the program using Finder or Launchpad. Ronin-M Assistant on Mac OS X and Windows are the same. Assistant pages shown in this manual are from the Windows version. © 2015 DJI.
Ronin-M User Manual Settings Adjust the following basic functions before using the Ronin-M: Auto Tune Stability, Briefcase Mode, SmoothTrack, and Maximum Speed Adjustment. The definition and function of every button in the DJI Assistant App and DJI PC Assistant are the same, refer to the section describing the DJI Assistant App for more details. Basic 1.
Ronin-M User Manual Viewer Menu: The Viewer Menu provides essential live data for monitoring the Ronin-M’s electronics and feedback from the motors. Power is indicated for each axis. The current angle of each axis is also indicated. Push Mode Mode: Enable Push Mode to allow the pan and tilt axes to be adjusted by hand when the Ronin-M is turned on. Calibrate System: Calibrate System is only used if you notice any kind of drift in any of the axes.
Ronin-M User Manual 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. 3.
Ronin-M User Manual Upgrade Ensure that your computer is connected to the Internet. Close any antivirus programs and network firewalls. Ensure that the Ronin-M is powered on during the upgrade. Do not power off the Ronin-M until the upgrade is complete. Do not disconnect the USB cable during the upgrade. Info You can check which version of the DJI Assistant App you are using in the Info tab. The S/N is a 32-digit authorization code that is used to activate certain functions.
Remote Control [1] [2] [3] [5] [4] [7] [6] [8] [13] [11] [9] [10] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [12] Antenna Carrying Handle Left Dial (reserved) 3-Position Switch MODE 3-Position Switch FUNCTION Joystick 1 Joystick 2 [8] Neck Strap Attachment [9] Power Switch [10] Power Indicator [11] Battery Level Indicator [12] Battery Charging & RC Assistant Port (Micro-USB port) [13] Reserved Port Remote Control Connecting the Remote Control to the Ronin-M 1. Turn on the Ronin-M. 2.
Ronin-M User Manual Please make sure that the remote control is sufficiently charged before use. If the low-battery alert sounds, (refer to Remote Control Power LED Indicator Status below), please recharge the battery as soon as possible. Charge the remote control’s battery using the included Micro-USB cable. Using the incorrect type of charging cable may cause damage. Turn off the remote control before charging. The power LED indicator will glow solid green when the battery is fully charged.
Ronin-M User Manual Remote Control Features MODE: The MODE switch is used for toggling SmoothTrack. 1. In Position 1, SmoothTrack is off. The remote control is free to control the pan axis and stops and holds the last position determined by the pan axis control stick. 2. In Position 2, SmoothTrack is on. The remote control is free to control the pan axis and stops and holds the last position determined by the pan axis control stick. 3. In Position 3, SmoothTrack is on.
Ronin-M User Manual Adding a Third-Party Transmitter/Receiver The Ronin-M supports 3rd party transmitters/receivers, such as D-Bus. Connect the transmitter through the integrated port (refer to the Ronin-M Diagram for the location of the D-Bus port). Operation Modes There are three operation modes for the Ronin-M: Underslung Mode, Upright Mode and Briefcase Mode. Underslung Mode Underslung Mode is the standard, default mode. The Ronin-M can be used in this mode without any adjustments.
Ronin-M User Manual Briefcase Mode Briefcase Mode allows you to hold the Ronin-M in a slim profile close to your body. To use Briefcase Mode, tilt the gimbal 90˚ to the left or right on the roll axis. You can turn Briefcase Mode off in the DJI Assistant app, in which case the Ronin-M will never automatically transform into Briefcase Mode. In Briefcase Mode, the remote control cannot pan, tilt, or roll the gimbal.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution 1 Motors appear to be weak After balancing the camera, launch the DJI Assistant App or the DJI PC/MAC Assistant and press Auto Tune Stability. Wait for the process to finish and the stiffness settings will be displayed on the screen. 2 The gimbal is vibrating, even after tapping the Auto Tune Stability button (1) Check to make sure all knobs are tight, including the pan motor knob. (2) Check to make sure the camera screw is tight.
Specifications 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.
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