User Manual

IM_100.CCF.20170512-EN C45

Using the Software PC/MAC – PID control

10. After you have optimally set the PID

parameter for all axes in a static state, move

the Gimbal in all directions, as in later real

use. If you can still determine vibrations due

to the mutual interaction of the three axes in

certain positions, reduce the PID values

slightly for the axis that is still disruptive.

Certain resonance vibrations, which can be caused by the interaction between your camera and the

mechanical structure of the Gimbal, cannot be reduced as necessary by setting the PID control parameter.

Read up under 5.13 Use of digital filters (reduce vibrations) - EXPERT

Note

Tip!

In the view level “DEVELOPER” it is possible to temporarily disable the

axis motors, on which you could not conduct a PID fine-tune, to ensure that

they do not irritate with additional vibrations during the process. But ensure that

you do not alter other settings in the view level “DEVELOPER”. Note the

assigned motor designation before you disable it so that you can then assign it

correctly again and reactivate it later.

Note

Tip!

Find out which axis is causing the most vibrations. To do this go to the

extended debug info” by marking the check box, so the parameters

FREQ_ERR und RMS_ERR can be seen. With FREQ_ERR you will find the

interfering frequency. With RMS_ERR you can find out easily the axis, which

causes the interfering frequency.

Note

Function!

During the adjustment hold the device vertically and in a stable

position in your hand, preferably supported by a solid surface (table surface,

tripod, etc.).

Note

Function!

Before you begin the automatic fine-tuning process with the PID

control parameter, ensure that the camera is balanced, the gyrometer and

accelerometer are calibrated and the PID gain multiplier is set for all 3 axes

to the standard 1.0. The Gimbal has to be completely still and free of

vibrations (e.g. tripod), camera horizontally aligned and there should be

sufficient freedom of movement that every axis can turn approx. 20-30°.