Beholder MS1 User Manual

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TRD Beholder MS1
Camera Stabilizer
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Table of Content
Product Description
Battery Setup and Charging
Camera Setup and Balancing
How to Use
Other Features
Supported Cameras
Licensing and Trade Mark
Specifications
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Product Description
The Beholder MS1 Camera Stabilizer is designed to support professional videographers of all levels. The stabilizer is easy to use and small enough to travel with. The Beholder MS1 Stabilizer is intuitive and offers a greater range of camera movement.
Attention
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Battery Setup and Charging
Battery Setup
a. Install batteries positive side up into battery holder. Connect the Micro USB cable to the Battery Holder Micro USB port. Connect USB cable to 1.5- 2 amp power supply. b. Battery Charging time 4- 5 hours. c. Green light means fully charged. Red light means charging. Flashing Red and Green lights means almost fully charged. d. Warning using a charger that does not support 1.5- 2 amps will result in batteries failing to charge.
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Kit Includes
MS1
Adapter plate Quick Release Plate
Two 1/4 Lanyard
USB- LED Light
Battery Holder
Three Batteries 18650 Micro USB Cable
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Battery Holder
a. Battery Holder positive side up. b. Insert Battery Holder into handle, positive side first. c. Screw on battery cap and make sure the cap is secured snuggly.
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Camera Setup and Balancing
1. Attach the quick release plate as shown with the longest slide pointing out towards the direction of the lens. Snuggly tighten the camera screw.
4. Adjust the front and rear balance. Once gimbal is balanced, tighten the quick release lock. If the camera does not balance perfectly, don’t worry the MS1 will usually be able to maintain stability.
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2. Attach the camera with plate to stabilizer. Adjust the camera’s position so that the gimbal remains level.
3. Adjust the left-right balance of the camera. Small adjustments maybe needed.
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How to Use
A: To start the stabilizer with the camera and gimbal level on a flat surface at 90 degrees and then press the power button.
Note: Starting the stabilizer in a position other than 90 degrees will result in performance issues.
B . Joystick mode selection.
a. Press once for Lock Mode this mode will make the stabilizer hold a position. b. Press again to change to Follow Mode which will make the stabilizer follow the pan and tilt of your hand.
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Installation for small cameras
Camera less than 400g such as Sony NEX5R and BMPCC will need an adapter plate. The adapter plate will allow cameras that cannot mount properly to be mounted on the gimbal.
Installation steps:
1. Put the adapter plate on the camera, then tighten the screw.
2. According to your camera select an appropriate mounting position.
3.Check the position of the adapter plate, ensure the camera does not come in contact with the gimbal.
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Battery Status
Other Features
A.The stabilizer can be mounted to a tripod, selfie stick, and more.
B. LED USB light is great for shooting at night.
C.Charge a cellphone from stabilizer. Note stabilizer must be off.
Supported Cameras
Sony A7S, NEX series, Panasonic DMC, GH4, BMPCC, RX100, A6000, Canon G7x, A7ii, and more.
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d. Use the joystick to pan and tilt the camera.
c. Press and hold the joystick for 3 seconds to calibrate the gyro. The gyro controls the horizontal level. During calibration the MS1 must not be touched and the gimbal must be level.(When the system Automatic movement or unbalance use this function. Just keep the system steady on the table during the calibration process and prevent any movement or vibration.)
Power LED Indicator Status
Solid Green
Solid Red
Red Flashing
Normal
Low battery
Batteries need to be charged. Also the MS1 will shut down to protect the batteries.
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Licensing and Trade Mark
Beholder® is the licensed trademark of TRD Beholder. Website: http://www.teamrebeldesign.com/ Email: [email protected]
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Attention
A. It need you Gyro Calibration if your MS1 Automatic movement or unbalance. Gyro calibration: Place the MS1 on a flat surface. Make sure the camera is balanced in the gimbal. Press and hold the joystick in for 3 sec. If balance is not correct try again calibrating. Keep the MS1 steady on the table during the calibration process and prevent any movement or vibration.
B. USB Ports: The USB located on the handle is a 5V 0.5A power output. The Micro USB located on the handle is for remote control. The Mini USB located on the gimbal is for accessing the 8- Bit board PID settings through Simple BGC 8- Bit 2.40b7.
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Height:
Width: 123mm 4.8 Inches.
Yah:
Roll:
Weight W Battery:
Packaging Dimensions:
Battery Life:
168mm 6.6 Inches.
Weight W/O Battery: 720g
Unit with Packaging: 1580g
Maximum Supported Camera Weight:
Range of Motion: 90-180°
P i t c h :
Battery: 3* 3.7v Li-ion 18650 2600mAh
E l e c t r o n i c s :
268mm 10.5 Inches.
860g
355+-180°
355+-60°
3 Hours.
355°
8-Bit board 2.40b7: 3-Axis Stabilizer gyro system
Supported Camera Models:
Specifications:
Length:
Sony A7S, NEX series, Panasonic DMC, GH4, BMPCC, RX100, A6000, Canon G7, A7ii, and more.
1000g
390x200x100mm,
15.4x7.9x3.9 Inches.
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