DJI Force pro User manual

DJI FORCE PRO

User Guide

v1.0 2020.04

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In the Box

Force Pro ×1	Inspire 2 RC CAN Bus	Wireless Receiver CAN
	Cable (5 m) ×1	Bus Cable (0.8 m) ×1

USB-C Cable ×1

Storage Case ×1

Screw ×2

Manuals

·  DJI Force Pro User Guide ·  DJI Pro Wireless Receiver

User Guide

L-Bracket ×1

DJI Pro Wireless

Receiver* ×1

UART to D-Bus

S-Bus Cable* ×1

Antenna* ×4

Cable* ×1

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* Items are included in the DJI Pro Wireless Receiver's package.

• DO NOT mix up the Inspire 2 RC CAN Bus cable and Wireless Receiver CAN Bus cable, otherwise it may damage the device.

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	Protective Case.

Introduction

Employing industry-leading communication technologies and control algorithms, the DJI Force Pro is a camera movement control system that allows operators to control gimbals remotely with high accuracy. By precisely synchronizing operator movement with camera movement, the Force Pro allows operators to masterfully capture complicated shots more intuitively than ever.

Used with the DJI wireless receiver, Force Pro’s dual-frequency 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz wireless transmission system delivers a control distance of up to 3 km (unobstructed and free of interference). It also supports a wired connection, which eliminates interference with other equipment on a film set.

The screen and dedicated buttons make it easy to set up parameters on the Force Pro and gimbal. Featuring a 4730 mAh battery that offers up to 5 hours of continuous operation, the Force Pro has enough power for an entire shoot.

The Force Pro is currently compatible with RONINTM 2 and Ronin-S, with support for more devices coming soon. It can be mounted on a tripod or used handheld with the adapter.

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1.Antenna

Relays control signals. Do not obstruct the antenna.

2.Pan Axis Speed Control Knob

Turn this to adjust the maximum speed of the pan axis. Set the value to 65 for a 1:1 movement ratio between the gimbal and Force Pro.

3.Tilt Axis Speed Control Knob

Turn this to adjust the maximum speed of the tilt axis. Set the value to 65 for a 1:1 movement ratio between the gimbal and Force Pro.

4.Mounting Mode

Press this button to select a gimbal mounting mode.

5.Roll Axis Speed Control Knob

Turn this to adjust the maximum speed of the roll axis. Set the value to 65 for a 1:1 movement ratio between the gimbal and Force Pro.

6.Back Button

Press once to return to the previous menu.

7.Sleep Button

Press and hold the button to enable and disable gimbal sleep mode. The Force Pro is unable to control the gimbal while in sleep mode.

8.C1 Button

Customizable button.

9.Jog Wheel

Rotate to select options.

10.DC IN Port

Supports 9-26 V DC input with communication functionality. The DJI Force Pro can be

powered by other power source through this port.

11.DC OUT Port

Supports 5 V DC output with communication functionality.

12.C2 Button

Customizable button.

13.OK Button

Press once to confirm an option.

14.USB-C Port

For charging and updating the firmware of the Force Pro.

15.Power/Record Button

Press to turn on/off the Force Pro (press and hold for eight seconds to turn it off mandatorily). Press once to check the battery level when powered off. Press once to start/stop recording video when powered on.

16.Toggle Button

Press once to toggle between the submenus.

17.Lock Button

Lock the Force Pro to avoid accidental operation.

18.Follow Mode Button

Selects Follow mode.

19.Mounting Hole 1

1/4”-20 thread with a 10 mm depth.

20.Mounting Hole 2

3/8”-16 thread with a 10 mm depth.

21.Mounting Hole 3

1/4”-20 thread with a 10 mm depth.

Installation

Attach the antenna to the Force Pro and then tighten the securing knob.

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The Force Pro can be used handheld or mounted on a tripod with the provided adapter. First, attach the adapter using the provided screws and tighten.

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Then attach the Force Pro to the handle as shown. A Ronin 2 monitor adapter (sold separately) is needed during installation.

Mounting the DJI Force Pro on a tripod.

Keep the DJI Force Pro and its antenna vertical during usage to obtain the optimal performance.

The Force Pro must be used with a DJI Pro wireless receiver, please refer to the DJI Pro Wireless Receiver User Guide for details.

Activation

Press and hold the power button to turn on the Force Pro. Activation is required when using it for the first time.

Download the DJI Pro Assistant for Ronin software, and then connect the Force Pro to your computer. Launch DJI Pro Assistant for Ronin and follow the onscreen instructions to activate your Force Pro.

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Linking

The Force Pro supports both wireless and wired connections. Linking is required when using a wireless connection:

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		General-> Linking;”
	2.	Press and hold the link button on the DJI Pro Wireless Receiver for two
		seconds to initiate the linking procedure.
	Using the DJI Pro Wireless Receiver is recommended for optimal performance.
	You can also connect a Force Pro to Ronin 2 using Ronin 2's linking procedures.
	For the wired connection, connect the DC OUT port on the Force Pro to Ronin
	2 using Ronin 2 CAN Bus Control Cable (30 m, sold separately).

Settings

These settings are based on using the Force Pro with Ronin 2.

Main UI Settings

12		0º	2 60%
	RONIN		50%
Roll	Pan		Tilt
0	M	0	M
15	50		10
Force			Gimbal

5. Follow Mode

1.GPS Signal Strength

: Shows the current GPS signal strength.

2.Mounting Modes (If supported)

: Handheld mode. : Car Mount mode.

: Aerial mode. : Tripod mode.

3.Pan Lock Mode

: Pan motor follow off.

4.Motor Pause

: Powers off motors.

: Free mode.

: Follow mode. : FPV mode.

: Recenter mode.

Select Free mode when using the Force Pro.

6. Working Battery Number

: Shows the number of batteries currently in use by Ronin 2. Ronin 2 can operate with one or two batteries.

7.Battery Level

: Displays the current battery level of Ronin 2.

8.Remote Controller Signal Strength

: Displays the remote controller signal strength.

9.Calibration Notice

: Compass calibration is required.

10.Force Pro Battery Level

: Displays the current battery level of the Force Pro.

11.Axes Control Speed Display

Displays the control speed for the three axes.

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Force Pro Settings

12	0º	2 60%	12	0º	2 60%	12	0º	2 60%
Force			Force				Force
Basic Custom		More	Basic Custom		More	Basic	Custom	More
Pan			Customize C1 Customize C2			Access Log File
Deadband Smoothing			Motor Kill	Mode			Compass
10	15
							Calibrate
			Switch	Control
Left	Right
			Ronin	Speed			Language
0	0
							English
			Restore Force Setup				About
			Restore

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Basic

The Deadband, Smoothing, and Endpoints settings for the pan, roll, and tilt axes can be independently adjusted. The default endpoint settings for pan axis are set to 180°, which means there is no endpoint for the pan axis, allowing it to rotate 360° continuously.

Custom

Customized functions for the C1 and C2 buttons: Includes Pause, Recenter, Ronin 2 Pause, and Control mode options.

Control Mode: Includes Speed and Position Control modes.

In Speed mode, turn the Speed Control knob to adjust the movement ratio between the gimbal and Force Pro. Increase the Smoothing to make the gimbal’s translated movement smoother and slower. Adjust the Deadband to adjust the gimbal’s response sensitivity.

In Position mode, the movement ratio between the gimbal and Force Pro remains 1:1. Turn the Speed Control knob to adjust the gimbal’s response sensitivity. In Position mode, the Speed Control knob is the only factor that will affect the gimbal movement.

Restore force setup: Restores the Force Pro to its default settings.

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Access log file: Internal storage is built into the Force Pro for recording data. If the gimbal is acting abnormally, contact DJI Support. If the provided solutions are not successful, DJI Support will request log files for further analysis. Access log files only when instructed to do so by a DJI support specialist.

Compass Calibration: If errors occur with the compass, select “Calibrate” and then follow the onscreen instructions to calibrate the compass.

Language: Languages can be switched between English and Chinese.

About: Displays the SN number and the firmware version of your Force Pro.

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