User Manual

Ronin-S

User Manual

4. It is recommended to mount the camera using the Top Hotshoe Bracket when mounting

the gimbal on a car or shooting in environments when traveling at high speeds where wind

forces can affect the gimbal stability. The Top Hotshoe Bracket is sold separately. The

installation is shown below.

Balancing

To obtain the best performance from the Ronin-S, proper balancing is essential. Accurate

balance is critical for shots where the Ronin-S will be subjected to fast motion or acceleration.

Proper balance will also offer longer battery runtimes. There are three axes that need to be

accurately balanced prior to turning on the Ronin-S and setting up the software.

Before Balancing

1. The camera needs to be fully congured, with all accessories and cables connected,

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.

2. Be sure that the Ronin-S’ motors are powered off while balancing the camera.

Balancing the Vertical Tilt

1. Rotate the tilt axis so that the camera lens is pointing up. Hold the tilt axis motor to

ensure the roll axis remains horizontal and check if the camera is top or bottom heavy.

2. Loosen the knob

on the tilt motor and adjust the camera balance

until the

camera stays still without tilting it up or down.

3. Tighten the knob.