RONIN-M
2015.7
V1.2
User Manual
Disclaimers and Warnings
Congratulations on purchasing your new DJI product. Please read this manual and disclaimer carefully
before using this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify
that you have read it fully. You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and any content
created while using this product, and for any consequences thereof. You agree to use this product
only for purposes that are proper and in accordance with local regulations, terms and any applicable
policies and guidelines.
By reading this disclaimer, you also agree:
1. Any part of this disclaimer is subject to change without prior notice, refer to www.dij.com for the
latest version.
2. DJI reserves the right of nal interpretation of this disclaimer.
Do not modify or adjust the Ronin-M.
The Ronin-M has been calibrated before it leaves the factory. No adjusting or amending to the Ronin-M
is allowed. Make sure to use the original battery, otherwise performance may be hindered, and
internal malfunctions and damage to the gimbal may be caused. Please download the corresponding
Assistant software.
As DJI has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be
assumed or accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the using, setting up, or assembling of the
product, the user accepts all resulting liability. DJI assumes no liability for damages or injuries incurred
directly or indirectly from the use of this product.
DJI and Ronin-M are registered trademarks of DJI. All names of products, brands, etc., appearing
in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This
product and manual are copyrighted by DJI, with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual
shall be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI. No patent
liability is assumed with respect to the use of the product or information contained herein.
Using Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Batteries
DJI Intelligent (LiPo) Batteries can be extremely hazardous and require special attention when
handled. Always adhere to the following instructions when using LiPo batteries:
1. DJI Intelligent Batteries must be charged with a DJI charger.
2. DJI Intelligent Batteries are designed to stop charging when full; however, it is good practice
to monitor their charging progress and disconnect them from the charger once they are fully
charged.
3. Do not charge a DJI Intelligent Battery near ammable materials or on ammable surfaces, such
as carpet or wood.
4. Never charge a swollen, leaky or damaged battery.
5. Regularly examine the DJI charger for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure, and other parts.
Never use a damaged charger.
6. Disconnect the DJI charger when not in use.
7. Do not clean the DJI charger with denatured alcohol or other ammable solvents.
Usage and Storage
1. Keep DJI Intelligent Batteries out of reach of children and pets.
2. Never discharge a DJI Intelligent Battery that has less than 3V per cell.
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3. Do not heat the DJI Intelligent Battery.
4. Do not insert or remove a DJI Intelligent Battery if the plastic cover has been torn or compromised
in any way.
5. Do not drop or strike DJI Intelligent Batteries.
6. Never use a swollen, leaky or damaged DJI Intelligent Battery.
7. Clean a DJI Intelligent Battery’s terminals with a clean, dry cloth.
8. Do not expose DJI Intelligent Batteries to extreme temperatures, including excessive heat. Do not
leave DJI Intelligent Batteries inside vehicles on hot days.
9. Do not allow DJI Intelligent Batteries to come into contact with any kind of liquid. Do not leave DJI
Intelligent Batteries out in the rain or near sources of moisture.
10. Do not place DJI Intelligent Batteries in a microwave oven or pressurized container.
11. Do not attempt to dismantle, pierce or cut open a DJI Intelligent Battery. Do not attempt to repair
a DJI Intelligent Battery.
12. Do not place loose battery cells on any conductive surface, such as metal-toppled tables.
13. Do not put the loose cells in a pocket, bag or drawer where they may short-circuit or where
battery terminals could be pressed against each other.
14. Do not place or use DJI Intelligent Batteries on strong electrostatic or electromagnetic surfaces
or in areas with strong electrostatic or electromagnetic interference. Doing so may result in
battery damage.
15. Do not place heavy objects on DJI Intelligent Batteries or DJI chargers. Avoid dropping DJI
Intelligent Batteries.
16. Avoid direct contact with the contents of DJI Intelligent Batteries. The electrolyte and electrolysis
vapors can be harmful to your health.
17. Do not attach a DJI Intelligent Battery directly to wall or car-charger sockets. Always use a DJI
approved adapter.
Battery Disposal
1. Discarding DJI Intelligent Batteries in general household waste is bad for the environment. Please
dispose of DJI Intelligent Batteries properly.
2. Do not dispose of DJI Intelligent Batteries by placing them in re.
3. Damaged or unusable DJI Intelligent Batteries must be disposed of in a container specially
reserved for this purpose. When disposing of DJI Intelligent Batteries, follow appropriate local
guidelines and regulations. For further information, contact your local solid waste authority or a
battery store.
4. Only use the DJI Intelligent Battery.
5. Always use the DJI Intelligent Battery charger.
FCC Compliance
Ronin-M complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device accepts any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Required Notices to Use in Taiwan
This device has been granted a designation number by the National Communications Commission
(NCC) according to the Technical Regulations Conformity Certication of Specied Radio Equipment.
Article 12 Certied by the type of low-power radio-frequency electronics, non-licensed, company or
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users are not allowed to change to frequency, increase the power or change the characteristics of the
original design and function.
Article 14 The use of low-power radio-frequency electronics shall not affect aviation safety and
interfere with legal communications.
Using the Manual
Legend
Important Hints and Tips References or Denitions
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 6.1 or above http://m.dji.net/dji-ronin
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Android 4.3 or above
Contents
Disclaimers and Warnings
Using Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Batteries
Usage and Storage
Battery Disposal
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
Conguring the Handle Bar
Balancing
Step 1: Balancing the Vertical Tilt
Step 2: Balancing the Roll Axis
Step 3: Balancing the Tilt Axis
Step 4: Balancing the Pan Axis
Advanced Roll Adjustment
DJI Ronin-M Assistant App Tuning
Download and Install
Basic Settings
Advanced Settings
DJI PC / MAC Assistant Tuning
Install DJI PC / MAC Assistant
Settings
Remote Control
Connecting the Remote Control to the Ronin-M
Remote Control Power LED Indicator Status
Remote Control Battery Level Indicator Status
Remote Control Features
Adding a Third-Party Transmitter/Receiver
Operation Modes
Underslung Mode
Upright Mode
Briefcase Mode
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Specications
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Introduction
Developed for lmmaking 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 lming. Based on the successful design of the DJI
Ronin Handheld Gimbal, the DJI Ronin-M is lighter, smaller, and more convenient to use.
A brushless gimbal stabilization system is not simply three brushless motors moving on three axes. The
Introduction / In the Box
motors work with position feedback and the IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) to communicate with DJI’s
custom 32-bit processor, which processes movement calculations in milliseconds. This reduces angular
vibration to less than ±0.02˚ of translated movement, meaning that the camera will remain perfectly
steady. The Ronin-M can be used in three different operation modes: Underslung Mode, Upright Mode,
and Briefcase Mode.
In the Box
Gimbal ×1
The gimbal includes built-in DJI motor drive modules, an
independent IMU module, a 32-bit DSP processor, a power
supply module, a Bluetooth module, a transmitter/receiver
module, a camera shelf, and a power breakout box.
Handle Bar ×1
Customizable handle bar for the gimbal. The handle bar
is assembled from five parts, including a top handle, two
handle bars and two grips.
Remote Control – 2.4 GHz ×1
Control the gimbal’s movements, switch work modes, and
select gimbal speed.
Tuning Stand ×1
For suspending or storing the gimbal.
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Charger ×1
Automatic switching charger 110-240V
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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 rmware upgrades.
Camera Mounting Plate ×1
For mounting your camera onto the gimbal.
Accessories Package
Camera Screw A (1/4'')×2
Camera Screw B (3/8'') ×2
Camera Screw C (1/4'')×2
In the Box
Camera Screw D (3/8'') ×2
Lens Support Screw ×1
Lens Support ×1
Allen Wrench ×2 (3 mm & 3/16”)
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Ronin-M Diagram
Ronin-M Diagram / Getting Started
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[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
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[12] Tilt Motor
[13] Fore and Aft Adjustment
[14] Tilt Vertical Adjustment
[15] Roll Adjustment
[16] IMU Port
[17] P-TAP Accessory Power Port
[18] USB Accessory Power Port
[19] P-TAP Port (rear side)
[20] DJI Lightbridge Port (rear side)
[21] GCU Port (rear side)
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[11] Roll Motor
Getting Started
DJI Intelligent Battery
Before you start using your Ronin-M, be sure to charge the battery. The DJI Intelligent Battery was
specially designed for the Ronin-M. It has a capacity of 3400mAh, a voltage of 14.8V, and a variety of
power management functions. Only charge the DJI Intelligent Battery with DJI approved chargers. When
the DJI Intelligent Battery is fully charged, the Ronin-M has a maximum run-time of six hours.
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DJI Intelligent Battery Functions
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 16.8V,
Over-Discharge Protection Discharging stops automatically when battery voltage reaches 12V,
Short-Circuit Protection Automatically cuts power supply when a short circuit is detected
Sleep Protection Sleep mode is activated after 10 minutes of inactivity, saving power
Charging Temperature
Detection
DJIIntelligentBatterySpecications
Type LiPo
Capacity 3400mAh, 14.8V
Charging Environment Temperature 0 °C ~ 45 °C
Operating Environment Temperature -15 °C ~ 50 °C
Charging/Discharging Environment Relative Humidity <80 %
preventing overcharge damage
preventing over-discharge damage
The battery will charge only when the temperature is between 0℃ and
55˚C
Getting Started
Read the user manual, disclaimer, and battery warnings before use. Users take full
responsibility for all operations and usage.
Always use DJI approved chargers. DJI takes no responsibility for any consequences
resulting from the use of non-DJI approved chargers.
Charging the DJI Intelligent Battery
1. Connect the charger to a wall socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz). Use one of the included plug
adaptors, if necessary.
2. Connect the DJI Intelligent Battery to the charger.
3. The battery level indicator lights display the current charge level as the DJI Intelligent Battery
charges.
4. The DJI Intelligent Battery is fully charged when the battery level indicator lights turn off and the
indicator light on the charger turns green. Disconnect the battery from the charger when charging
is complete.
Socket
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Using the DJI Intelligent Battery
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[1] Battery Level Indicators
[2] Power Button (with LED indicator)
[3] Thumb Screws
Getting Started
Checking the battery level: When the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned off, pressing
the battery power button once will display the current battery level.
Powering on: When the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned off, press and hold the
power button for 1 second to turn on the DJI Intelligent Battery.
Powering off: When the DJI Intelligent Battery is turned on, press and hold the
power button for 1 second to turn off the DJI Intelligent Battery.
Tuning Stand
You can use the tuning stand during setup, or to store the gimbal. The following steps show how to use
the tuning stand.
1. Hold the stand in the upright position as shown in the picture below.
2. Press the buttons [1] on the outsides of the lower legs and rotate the legs downwards, away from the
stand. Then press the buttons [2] on the outsides of the upper support arms and pull them upwards,
away from the stand. Press the button [3] on the vertical support and slide it up to extend the stand,
as shown.
3. The upper half of this tuning stand can be removed by loosening the knob on the rear of the stand [4].
You can use it with any C-stand style stud that ts into the hole [5] where the support arms converge.
When mounting this section to a C-stand, always be sure to check the balance of the stand so that
the Ronin-M, if it is tted with a camera, does not tip over. When setting on a table, make sure the
table is at and level.
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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.
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. The installation is complete.
Getting Started
DJI Intelligent Battery Installation
1. Loosen the screws on either side of the DJI Intelligent Battery. Slide the DJI Intelligent Battery
directly into the gimbal and then slide it down. Be sure the battery’s thumb screws go t into their
locating slots, so that the DJI Intelligent Battery makes full contact with the gimbal’s electrical leads.
2. Tighten the screws on the DJI Intelligent Battery to lock it in place.
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