DJI Z15-GH4 User Manual

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Warning & Disclaimer

Do not modify or adjust the Z15-GH4

The Z15-GH4 gimbal has been calibrated specically for the designated camera and lens before it leaves the factory. Please mount only the designated camera and lens to the Z15-GH4. No adjustments or modications are needed. Do not add any other component/device (such as lters, lens hood, etc.) to the camera. Please use the original camera battery, otherwise performance may be hindered and internal malfunctions or damage may occur.

Only use the Z15-GH4 gimbal with Flight Control Systems developed by DJI (such as the A2 or WooKong-M,

please upgrade to the latest firmware

and

corresponding Assistant software and upgrade your Flight Control System’s Main Controller firmware, otherwise the Z15-GH4 may not function properly. When the main battery power is connected, please be careful and operate the Flight Control System in the safest way possible. It is strongly recommended that you remove all propellers, use the R/C or ight pack battery power system, and keep children away during gimbal calibration and parameter setup. Carefully follow the appropriate steps to mount and connect the gimbal to your aircraft. Use this manual as well as the related Assistant software. Please respect the AMA’s National Model Aircraft Safety Code.

As DJI has no control over the use, setup, final assembly, modification (including use of non-specified DJI parts i.e. motors, ESCs, propellers, etc.) or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. DJI assumes no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product.

DJI and Zenmuse are registered trademarks of DJI. 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.

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Manual Tips

Legend

Important Tips

Designated Camera and Lens Type for the Z15-GH4 gimbal Camera Type: Lens Type:

Firmware versions of supporting DJI Flight Control Systems

WooKong M: V5.26 A2: V2.1

Panasonic GH4/GH3

OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f/2.0

If you are using the Panasonic GH3 camera, please use the included HDMI cable that is specically designed for the GH3. Refer to Mounting a GH3 Camera onto the Z15-GH4 for details.

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Product Prole

The Z15-GH4 is a sophisticated gimbal specically designed for aerial creativity. It has a built-in independent IMU module, special servo drive module, HDMI-HD/AV module, and more. The Z15-GH4 performs well in all modes, including Orientation-locked, Non orientation-locked, and FPV (Reset).

Working Modes

Orientation-locked Non orientation-locked FPV (Reset)

Gimbal

Direction

Gimbal and

Aircraft Nose

Relative Angle

TX Control Controllable Controllable Uncontrollable

Attitude Stability*

Vibration Reduction

Stick Movement Denition

Command Linearity

Gimbal pans with aircraft nose.

The gimbal direction maintains the same relative angle to the aircraft nose.

YES YES YES

ROLL is locked level in stick commands from 0-2/3 and rotates in commands from 2/3-endpoint; PAN stick commands control the rotation angle and are limited to

40。; TILT stick commands control

the rotation velocity of the gimbal.

YES YES ——

Gimbal pan and aircraft nose move separately.

The relative angle

between the gimbal direction and aircraft nose is controllable.

Stick commands for gimbal rotation velocity are relative to total stick movement. The stick’s center position velocity is 0°/s. Its endpoint is the maximum velocity.

Gimbal pan and

aircraft nose are synchronized.

The relative angle

between the gimbal direction and aircraft nose is 0°.

——

Product Prole

Note*: Attitude stability means that the gimbal’s ROLL/TILT will not follow the aircraft’s ROLL/PITCH movement.

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In the Box

Gimbal ×1

The Z15-GH4 gimbal includes built-in servo drive

In the Box

modules, an independent IMU module, a camera shutter control module and a HDMI-HD/AV module.

Gimbal Control Unit (GCU) × 1

Connect the GCU to your Flight Control System using the CAN-Bus. The GCU will control the gimbal’s pan, roll and tilt movements.

Lens Retaining Ring × 1

For mounting the camera lens.

ROLL

GH4

GCUGCU

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

Mounting Bracket × 4

For mounting the gimbal to the landing gear.

Mounting Board for Receiver × 1

For attaching the GCU and providing a convenient mount for the receiver or other devices.

Cable Clamp × 1

For cable management.

Camera Mount Screw × 1

A standard tripod mounting screw.

Lens Retaining Ring Screw × 1

For attaching the lens retaining ring to the gimbal.

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Screw Package × 1

For mounting the gimbal to your aircraft (M2.5*8 cap head screw).

10-Pin to 9-Pin Cable × 2

For connecting the GCU to the gimbal.

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7-Pin Cable × 1

For connecting the GCU to the Lightbridge air system.

8-Pin to 6-Pin Cable × 2

For connecting the GCU to the gimbal.

Camera Shutter Control Cable × 1

For connecting the gimbal HDMI-HD/AV unit to the

camera.

Servo Cable Package × 1

For connecting the GCU and the receiver.

AV Video Power Cable × 1

For connecting the GCU and the wireless video transmission module, and transmitting the AV signal.

iOSD Mark II Cable × 1

For connecting the GCU and the DJI iOSD Mark II.

Micro-USB Cable × 1

For adjusting parameters and upgrading rmware via a PC.

In the Box

CAN-Bus Cable × 1

For the CAN-Bus Flight Control System.

HDMI Cable for GH3 Camera ×1

For connecting a GH3 camera to the gimbal.

Spare Package × 1

Vibration Absorbers, Spare Screws, and Mounting Bracket.

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Warning & Disclaimer

Manual Tips

Legend 2

Product Prole

In the Box

Contents

Gimbal Description

Camera Setup

Mount

Mounting the Lens 8

Mounting the Camera 9

Mounting the Gimbal to the Landing Gear 9

Camera Wiring and Shutter Control

Camera Wiring 11

Shutter Control 11

Mounting a GH3 Camera onto the Z15-GH4

Video Signal Transmission

A. AV Wireless Video Transmission 13

B. DJI iOSD Mark II and AV Wireless Video Transmission 13

C. DJI Lightbridge Air System 14

GCU Wiring

GCU Wiring 15

GCU Ports 16

Working Mode/AUX2 Switch Setup

Working Mode Switch Settings 17

AUX2 Switch Settings 17

PC Assistant Tuning

Installation and Usage 18

Basic Setting 18

Upgrade 19

Info 19

Pre-Flight Check

Flight Test 21

Appendix

Attention 22

1-Pilot Solution 22

2-Pilot Solution 23

Port Descriptions 24

Gimbal LED Indicator 24

Troubleshooting 25

Specications 26

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Gimbal Description

To avoid motor damage, ensure there is nothing blocking the rotation of the servo drive modules. Clear obstacles or immediately cut off the power if any blockage occurs.

The servo drive modules have two motor command input ports and one private encoder port. The HDMI-HD/AV module converts HDMI to HD (or AV) using a cable connected to the camera HDMI port; it also transforms the TX signal into a shutter control signal by using a shutter control cable. The camera shutter control cable is removable. Unplug it if this functionality is not needed.

Servo Drive

Module 1

Damping Unit

Receiver Mount Board

Servo Drive

Module 3

Tilt±+50°/ -140°

represents

Arrow

the

lens direction

To G9 port of GCU

Motor Input Port

To G6 port of GCU

9-Pin Port

Gimbal Description

Camera Mount

Position

IMU Module

Camera Mount

Holes

Mount Ho

ing

Camera LED

Indicator

/HD Switch

HDMI-

HD Module

ens Retainin

Roll

40°

Servo Drive

Module 2

Camera Shutter

Control Cable

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Camera Setup

Follow the steps below to congure your camera to work with the Z15-GH4. Please read the relevant section for your camera.

Panasonic GH4/GH3

Camera Setup / Mount

1. Set your camera Mode as Creative video

2. MF/AFC/AFS/AFF Select: Select AFC.

3. Select the Shutter-priority AE mode in the Menu and adjust the shutter speed to 200.

4. Please enable the AF when using the Auto Focus function.

The Creative Video and AFC settings are mandatory, while the other settings are recommended. Note that your output may contain undesired ashing images if the recommended settings are not followed.

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Mount

Mounting the Lens

Camera

Retaining Ring

Lens

1. Mount the lens onto the camera as shown above.

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Mounting the Camera

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Camera Mounting Screw

Lens Retaining Ring Screw

2. Mount the camera onto gimbal as shown above.

3. Adjust the camera and tighten the top camera mounting screw. Then tighten the bottom camera mounting screw and the lens retaining ring screw.

Mounting the Gimbal to the Landing Gear

The following diagram shows the gimbal mounted on a DJI S800 EVO.

S800 EVO Landing Gear

Mount

Lens direction

Aircraft nose direction

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The following the diagram shows the gimbal mounted on a DJI S1000. You may also mount the gimbal onto different landing gear by referring to this diagram.

S1000 Landing Gear

Lens direction

Aircraft nose direction

4. Mount the gimbal onto the landing gear with the mounting brackets. Tighten the screws and use thread lock.

Ensure the lens is pointing in the same direction as the aircraft nose. Ensure the top and bottom plates of the damping unit stay parallel when mounting. This prevents stretching and distortion. Maintain good overall balance when mounting in order to ensure the center of gravity is balanced on each of the three axis lines. The gimbal’s center of gravity has been set by the factory. The center of gravity directly determines the gimbal’s overall performance. Do not adjust the gimbal’s center of gravity yourself. The gimbal is highly precise and depends on this precision for optimal performance. Do not remove any screws on the gimbal, as this may result in poor performance or damage to the gimbal. Do not unplug any cables attached to the gimbal ports or change the mechanical structure. Make sure the wiring is correct, otherwise the gimbal may behave abnormally.

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Camera Wiring and Shutter Control

3-Positon Switch

Camera Wiring

Connect the camera correctly. The gimbal works with a HDMI-HD/AV module to convert the video signal and transform a TX signal into a shutter control signal. Ensure the camera is setup rst, and then complete the following steps to connect the camera and the gimbal.

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1. Connect the gimbal HDMI-HD/AV module to the camera HDMI port with a HDMI-HD/AV connection cable.

2. Connect the camera shutter control cable to the camera.

3. Toggle the HD/AV Switch to the AV position if using a normal wireless video TX module. Toggle the HD/AV Switch to the HD position if using a DJI HD wireless video TX module. (See Page 7 for the location of the HD/AV Switch)

When disconnecting the cable between the HDMI-HD/AV module and the camera, rst dismount the camera, then unplug the HDMI-HD/AV interface.

Shutter Control

The Z15-GH4 gimbal can transform a TX command into a shutter control signal. Select a 2-position switch/ channel to use for remote shutter control. First, make sure the shutter control cable is correctly connected. Then, for whichever 2-position switch you select, connect the correct receiver channel to the SHUT port. Toggling the 2-position works as follows:

Position-1 Position-2: Start recording Position-2 Position-1: Stop recording Position-1 Position-2: Resume recording

Set the camera to “Creative video” so the shutter can be used to record video. One toggle switch is used for starting and stopping recording.

2-Positon Switch

Camera Wiring and Shutter Control

If the shutter control does not work correctly, please check each step.

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The following diagram shows how the shutter control works.

2-Position Switch

RC Receiver

TX Command TX Command TX Command

Wireless

2-Position

Switch Channel

3-Pin Cable

Camera

Shutter Button

GCU

SHUT

Camera Shutter Control Cable

Internal Cable

Gimbal

HDMI-HD/AV Module

Mounting a GH3 Camera onto the Z15-GH4

Mount a GH3 camera onto Z15-GH4 gimbal with the included HDMI cable made specifically for a GH3 camera. Follow the steps below to complete the mounting process:

1. Loosen the screws on the HDMI cap.

Mounting a GH3 Camera onto the Z15-GH4

HDMI Cap

Screw

2. Unplug the GH4 HDMI cable from the board. Then plug the specied HDMI cable for a GH3 camera into the board. Be aware of the HDMI cable connection. Ensure that the connector is used as shown below:

Board

HDMI cable for GH3

3. Re-install the HDMI cap and tighten the screws to nish.

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ROLL

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

GCUGCU

Wireless Video

Transmission Module

Air Unit

Video Signal Port

GH4

-HD

14V

52V

Video Signal Transmission

A wireless video transmission module is required for remote video.

A. AV Wireless Video Transmission

Wireless Video Transmission Module Air Unit

Connect to the power source according to the module’s voltage and current requirements.

Power

Video Signal

GND

Yellow

AV Video Power Cable

1. Solder the AV Video Signal and GND cables to the wireless video transmission module (Air Unit) as shown above.

2. Plug the AV video power cable into the GCU’s G7 port.

3. Toggle the HD/AV Switch to the AV position. (See Page 7 for the location of the HD/AV Switch)

4. Power on the gimbal. If the gimbal LED indicator blinks yellow, it is functioning normally. If the LED indicator shows a continuous, unblinking yellow light, the video signal is lost. Check the connections between the camera and the HDMI video input.

Complete the connection between the wireless video transmission module and the GCU before

powering on the gimbal. A standard AV video power cable is recommended. Be sure to solder the AV video power cable to the wireless video transmission module correctly. As the

cable carries power, ensure the cables are insulated or wrapped to prevent a short circuit. Connect the wireless video transmission module to a power source, as the GCU cannot supply power.

Make sure the power source provides a safe voltage for your own devices, according to the wireless

video transmission module’s requirements.

14V

52V

Video Signal Port

GCUGCU

GH4

-HD

ROLL

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

Video Signal Transmission

B. DJI iOSD Mark II and AV Wireless Video Transmission

Wireless Video

Transmission Module

Air Unit

14V

52V

Video Signal Port

GCUGCU

GH4

-HD

ROLL

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

1. Connect the iOSD Mark II cable to the GCU’s G7 port.

2. Complete the other connections between the iOSD Mark II cable and the wireless video transmission module, according to their manuals.

3. Toggle HD/AV Switch to the AV position. (See Page 7 for the location of the HD/AV Switch)

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Make sure to connect the wireless video transmission module and the iOSD Mark II cable to the GCU before powering on.

C. DJI Lightbridge Air System

This example is based on a Z15-GH4 gimbal and the A2 ight control system.

1. Connect the Gimbal Port on the Lightbridge Air System to the G7 port on the Z15-GH4 GCU using the supplied HD video power cable (7-pin cable).

2. Connect the DBUS port on the Lightbridge Air System to the DBUS port (X2 port) on the A2 ight control system. Toggle the HD/AV switch to the HD position.

3. Refer to the Lightbridge and A2 ight control system manuals to complete the connection.

The HD video power cable is included with the Z15-GH4 gimbal. To transmit gimbal and aircraft signals, connect the RC receiver to the DJI Lightbridge ground system when connecting the GCU. Always connect the wireless video transmission module to the GCU before powering on. A standard HD video power cable (7-pin cable) is recommended. Complete the other connections according to the Lightbridge user manual.

If the gimbal LED indicator blinks red continuously, please power cycle the gimbal. (Power it off,

then power it back on)

If the video signal does not transmit, check each step.

Camera

HDMI

Monitor

Input

HDMI signal

HDMI-HD/AV cable

HD/AV signal

GH4 Gimbal

Wireless video transmission module

Ground unit

GCU

HD/AV signal HD/AV signal

10-Pin to 9-Pin Cable

Wireless signal

5.8G/2.4G/1.2G

G9 G7

Wireless video transmission module

Air unit

Self-prepared by user

7-Pin Cable

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GCU Wiring

WooKong-M users can connect the GCU to any spare CAN-Bus port on the ight control system by using a CANBus cable. A2 users should connect the GCU to the port labeled CAN1. Alternatively, you may connect the GCU to the CAN port located on any modules that are already connected to the A2’s CAN1 port via a CAN-Bus cable.

Battery (4S~12S)

Wireless Video

Transition Module

Air Unit

USB Port

PC connection for configuration and

firmware upgrades with an USB cable.

A2/WKM

ROLL

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

GH4 HD

Ensure the side with copper contacts is facing upward towards the heat sinks.

Turn to next page to obtain the correspondence between the GCU channels and S-Bus/PPM channels.

2-Position Switch

3-Position Switch

2-Position Switch

3-Position Switch

2-Position Switch

S-Bus

PPM

RC Receiver

(Aircraft control)

RC Receiver

（JR）

8 Channels

RC Receiver

(Futaba/Hitec)

8 Channels

S-BUS Receiver

(Futaba)

PPM Receiver

GCU Wiring

Connect the XT60 to the GIMBAL on center frame if S800 EVO used.

•

Attention that S800 EVO power supply voltage should be within the defined limits (6S), when

•

using one battery for both S800 EVO and Gimbal power supply. Refer to S800 EVO User Manual for details.

•

Battery

A2/WooKong-M

Please refer to your A2/WooKong-M User Manual for all connection and conguration details.

Gimbal Control Unit (GCU)

1. Make sure all ports are accessible when installing your MC so as to facilitate wiring and software conguration.

2. In 3-pin ports, the pins near the nicks are the signal pins.

3. Use the 6-pin cable for the G6 port, and the 10-pin to 9-pin cable for the G9 port.

4. DO NOT cover the heat sinks, and keep them unobstructed at all times.

5. The IMU module is NOT waterproof or oil proof.

RC Receiver

1. The diagram on the previous page shows example connections. The aircraft signal will transmit through the DJI Lightbridge ground system. After connecting to the Lightbridge, it is not necessary to connect with the RC receiver.

2. Prepare 2 TXs, one for gimbal control, and the other for aircraft control. Refer to the 2-Pilots Solution for more detail.

3. If only one receiver is used for both aircraft and gimbal control, refer to the 1-Pilot Solution for more detail.

4. Setup the Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder channels on the gimbal control TX. The command stick will control gimbal rotation velocity. The center position is 0, and the end point is maximum velocity in both clockwise and counter clockwise directions. (The end point is 100%)

5. Choose one 3-position switch/channel to use as the Z15-GH4 Working Mode switch. (MODE)

6. Choose one 2-position switch/channel to use as the camera shutter control switch (SHUT), and another 2-position switch to use as the camera lens orientation switch in Reset Mode (AUX2).

7. Please refer to the A2/Wookong-M User Manual for aircraft control settings. Connect the receiver to the GCU correctly.

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GCU Ports

The following table shows the connections between the GCU channels and the relevant TX channels.

TX Channels

JR Futaba/Hitec

AILE 1 ROLL For roll axis control (left/right). Velocity is zero if disconnected.

ELEV 2 TILT For tilt axis control. Velocity is zero if disconnected.

RUDD 4 PAN For pan axis control. Velocity is zero if disconnected.

AUX2 7 MODE For Working Mode switch.

2-position switch channel SHUT

2-position switch channel AUX1 Reserved channel.

2-position switch channel Or Futaba S-Bus channel

GCU Wiring

PPM channel AUX3 If you are using a PPM receiver, connect the receiver to the AUX3 port.

The following table shows the corresponding relationship between the GCU and the S-Bus/PPM channels.

S-Bus/PPM Channels GCU Channels S-Bus/PPM Channels GCU Channels

1 ROLL 5 SHUT

GCU Chan-

nels

AUX2

Indications

For camera shutter control (both taking photos and recording video are available). Off if disconnected.

When AUX2 is connected to a 2-position switch channel, it is used as a camera orientation (down or forward) switch in FPV Mode (Reset). The camera orientation is forward if disconnected. Or if you are using a S-Bus receiver, connect the recever to the AUX2 port.

2 TILT 8 AUX1

4 PAN 9 AUX2

7 MODE 6 AUX3

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Working Mode/AUX2 Switch Setup

3-Positon Switch

Working Mode Switch Settings

Whichever 3-position switch you select to use as the Working Mode switch, wire the relevant channel from the receiver to the MODE port. At each switch position, use end-point ne tuning to set channel AUX2(JR) or 7(Futaba/Hitec) for all three Working Modes:

Orientation-locked MODE channel end-point 60%~90% FPV (Reset) Back to center Non orientation-locked MODE channel end-point 60%~90%

The gimbal will work in Orientation-locked mode if the MODE channel is disconnected. FPV mode is the default startup mode when the MODE channel is connected.

The Working Mode from the previous power cycle will be retained if the cable between MODE and

the RC receiver is disconnected during operation.

For a 3-position switch, you may assign: Position-1 to Non orientation-locked Position-2 to FPV Mode (Reset) Position-3 to Orientation-locked Position-1 and Position-3 can be inversely assigned. One 2-position switch can be assigned for any two of the working modes, if preferred.

AUX2 Switch Settings

3-Positon Switch

Working Mode/AUX2 Switch Setup

The Z15-GH4 supports toggling the camera lens down or forward in FPV Mode (Reset). Please choose a 2-position switch for this function and wire the relevant channel of the receiver to the AUX2 port. You may assign: Position-1 to DOWN; Position-2 to FORWARD; or reverse the assignment.

2-Positon

This function will only work in FPV Mode (Reset).

When this function is active, if the Working Mode is ever changed to FPV Mode (Reset), the gimbal

Switch

will force the camera lens to face forward or down, depending on current the location of the AUX2 switch. The camera orientation is forward if AUX2 is disconnected.

If AUX2 is connected to a Futaba S-Bus channel, it is then used as the input channel for S-Bus control.

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PC Assistant Tuning

Installation and Usage

1. Ensure the most recent drivers are installed correctly. This should have been done before using the A2 or WooKong-M software.

2. Download the appropriate Assistant installer from DJI.com.

3. Double click the Assistant installer and follow the steps to nish the installation.

4. Run Assistant.

5. Upgrade the rmware or congure parameters using Assistant as needed.

The Assistant installer can be used on Windows XP, Win7, and Win8 (32 or 64 bit).

Basic Setting

You can set transmitter channels for roll, tilt and pan control, and also switch between working modes during ight. Move your cursor to each area or refer to this manual for more details.

PC Assistant Tuning

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Upgrade

You can view the latest rmware version information on this page. Upgrade the rmware by following the steps below:

1. Connect the gimbal to your computer with a Micro-USB cable, and wait until the blue indicator LED in the Assistant software is blinking.

2. Click “Upgrade”.

3. Wait for the download to nish.

4. Click “Upgrade” again and then click “Conrm”.

5. Power cycle the gimbal (turn it off, then on again) after the upgrade is complete.

Ensure your computer is connected to the internet. Close any antivirus programs and network rewalls during the upgrade. Ensure the gimbal is powered on during the upgrade. Do not disconnect the USB cable during the upgrade.

Info

You can check the Assistant version via Info. S/N is a 32 digit authorization code for function activations. The authorization code for your unit is lled in at the time of manufacture. In the future, you may be asked to ll in a new S/N if you require function upgrades. Fill in the S/N and then click the Write button. If you ll in an invalid S/N more than 30 times, your gimbal will be locked and you will have to contact our customer support.

PC Assistant Tuning

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Pre-Flight Check

Ensure the gimbal is properly installed and attached to the landing gear, and that the camera is

mounted correctly and securely.

Before powering on, spin the gimbal through its complete rotation by hand on each axis to ensure nothing is blocking its movement. Ensure all cables are connected correctly, without any plugged in backwards or into the wrong ports.

Ensure the AV video power cable is properly soldered and shielded if an AV video transmission module is used. Verify TX settings. Ensure the camera shutter control cable is correctly mounted. Ensure the camera menu options and settings are correct. Verify a proper connection between the GCU and the RC receiver. Verify a proper connection between the GCU and the ight control system. Ensure the latest Flight Control System Main Controller rmware is installed.

Refer to the Gimbal LED Indicator section in the Appendix to understand the connection status between the camera and gimbal. Refer to the Troubleshooting section in the Appendix if an abnormal situation occurs.

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Flight Test

1. Ensure the batteries are fully charged for your TX, GCU, and all of the other devices on your aircraft.

2. Make sure all connections and wiring are in good condition.

3. Switch on the TX.

4. Adjust the camera to a level position on the roll axis of the gimbal.

5. Power on the gimbal and wait for the self initialization test to complete. The roll, pan and tilt axis will rotate quickly at the same time.

6. After self-initialization, the camera lens will point towards the aircraft’s nose and each axis of the gimbal should be in the position illustrated above.

7. The gimbal will then go into a second stage of initialization. At this time, each axis will rotate very slowly.

8. Once each axis stops moving, the gimbal is fully initialized and ready to use.

9. Toggle the assigned Working Modes switch on your TX and make sure it is working properly.

10. Switch the Working Modes to Non orientation-locked, FPV Mode (Reset), and Orientation-locked Mode

respectively. Then push the controller sticks lightly in the Roll, Tilt and Pan directions to check that the gimbal moves in the corresponding directions. If not, see Working Mode/AUX2 Switch Setup to correct your settings.

Pre-Flight Check

Power off the camera during the initialization. If the gimbal does not match the diagram after initialization, please refer to the Troubleshooting section in Appendix.

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Appendix

14V

52V

Flight Controller（DJI WooKong-M）

GCUGCU

ROLL

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

Gimbal Control Unit（GCU）

3-Position Switch

2-Position Switch

3-Position Switch

14 Channels Receiver(Futaba)

Gimbal Control

Flight Control

Transmitter

GH4

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Attention

For safety reasons, please pay careful attention to all of the following items:

1. To avoid motor damage, ensure nothing blocks the servo drive module’s total range of movement.

2. Before powering on, spin the gimbal through its complete rotation by hand on each axis to ensure nothing is blocking the mechanical movement of the gimbal.

3. Be sure to mount the side of servo drive module 1 with the ports facing towards the aircraft tail.

4. The gimbal’s center of gravity has been preset. The gimbal balance is directly related to its performance. Please do not adjust the gimbal’s center of gravity by yourself.

5. The gimbal is a sophisticated device. Do not remove any screws from the gimbal. Doing so may result in poor performance or even damage.

6. Do not unplug any cables attached to the gimbal ports or change the mechanical structure.

7. Make sure all wiring is correct, otherwise the gimbal may not operate correctly or efciently.

8. Make sure to connect the wireless video transmission module to the GCU prior to powering on the system.

9. We recommend use of the included AV video power cable, if needed.

10. Be sure to solder the AV video power cable to the wireless video transmission module correctly. Ensure

the cables are insulated and protected to prevent any type of short circuit.

11. Pay close attention to the voltage of S800 EVO/S1000 and be sure it is within the dened limits (6S) when

using one battery for both the S800 EVO/S1000 and as a power supply for the gimbal.

12. Never touch the contact points of a power cable to the gimbal; this may lead to a short circuit of the

gimbal, resulting in complete failure.

13. Before powering on, adjust the roll axis of the gimbal to be level.

1-Pilot Solution

Appendix

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RC Receiver A

Transmitter A

Gimbal Control

Flight Controller

User Manual

1. Prepare one 14-channel TX/RC receiver for the aircraft and gimbal control. Above is an example of the wiring conguration.

2. Setup the Aileron, Elevator, Throttle, and Rudder channels on your TX for aircraft roll, elevator, throttle, and rudder control. Also, connect the TX’s AUX2 for aircraft control modes (Please refer to your Flight Control System’s user manual).

3. Choose three 3-position switches to use for the gimbal ROLL, TILT, and PAN rotation control. The center position of each switch is 0 velocity, and the end point positions are maximum velocity.

4. Choose one 3-position switch/channel as the gimbal’s Working Modes switch (MODE).

5. Choose one 2-position switch/channel as the camera shutter control switch (SHUT).

6. Connect the receiver to the GCU and Flight Control System Main Controller correctly.

2-Pilot Solution

Two transmitters and two receivers are required. Transmitter A and receiver A are used to control the gimbal. Transmitter B and receiver B are used to control the aircraft.

Make the connections as shown in the diagram below:

2-Position Switch

RC Receiver

2-Position Switch

3-Position Switch

2-Position Switch

（JR）

8 Channels

14V

52V

Gimbal Control Unit（GCU）

Please refer to the GCU Wiring section for more details.

Transmitter B

GCUGCU

RC Receiver B

RC Receiver （JR）

8 Channels

RC Receiver (Futaba/Hitec)

8 Channels

S-BUS Receiver (Futaba)

GH4

-HD

S-Bus

ROLL

TILT

PAN

MODE

SHUT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

2-Position Switch

3-Position Switch

2-Position Switch

S-Bus

PPM

DJI WooKong-M Flight Controller

RC Receiver

(Futaba/Hitec)

8 Channels

S-BUS Receiver

(Futaba)

PPM Receiver

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User Manual

Port Descriptions

GCU

ROLL For roll axis control

TILT For tilt axis control

PAN For pan axis control

MODE For Working Mode switch

SHUT For camera shutter control

AUX1 Reserved channel

AUX2 For Gimbal Orientation (down or forward) switch in FPV Mode ; S-Bus Receiver

AUX3 PPM Receiver

XT60 Connect to the battery (or to GIMBAL if DJI S800 EVO is used)

G6 Connect to Gimbal, for transmitting motor commands

G9 Connect to Gimbal, for transmitting the video signal

Connect to the wireless video transmission module, for transmitting AV or HD signals

2. Connect to DJI Lightbridge, for transmitting HD, gimbal and aircraft control signals

Micro-USB port: for PC connection (Assistant conguration and rmware upgrades)

CAN-Bus port: Use CAN-Bus to connect GCU to the ight control system

Gimbal

HDMI-HD/AV Port To Camera HDMI port

Motor Command Input Port To GCU G6

10-Pin to 9-Pin Cable Port To GCU G9

Appendix

Gimbal LED Indicator

Description LED Indicator

HD mode, HDMI-HD/AV module transmits normally LED is blinking green.

HD mode, without camera HDMI video input Green LED is solid on.

HD mode, DJI Lightbridge App video source has been set to “HDMI/AV”

AV mode, HDMI-HD/AV module transmits normally LED is blinking yellow.

AV mode, without camera HDMI video input Yellow LED is solid on.

HD video transmission module and gimbal is disconnected LED is blinking red.

Yellow LED is solid on.

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Troubleshooting

NO. The Problem The Cause What to Do

(1) The TX trims are too high.

The gimbal keeps drifting

after initialization.

The gimbal is in an

incorrect position after initializing.

Cannot distinguish the

gimbal’s direction when in use.

The gimbal LED is blinking

red.

The gimbal’s green or yellow LED is continuously

on, but no video is displayed.

(2) The GCU and Flight

Control System have been disconnected.

(3) The gimbal direction is

not pointing in the same direction as the aircraft’s nose.

Abnormal calibration after manufacturing.

BVR (Beyond Visibility Range) ight.

(1) There is a disconnected

cable between the gimbal

and camera.

(2) The camera is off. (3) Camera setup failure.

(1) The HDMI-HD/AV

transmission module is disconnected from the

camera.

(2) The camera is powered off. (3) In HD mode, the DJI

Lightbridge App video source has been set to “HDMI/AV”.

(1) Adjust the TX trims. (2) Connect the GCU and Flight

Control System.

(3) Ensure the gimbal direction is

pointing in the same direction as the aircraft’s nose.

Please contact your local dealer or DJI customer service.

Switch to FPV Mode rst, then to another Working Mode as

needed.

(1) Make sure all cables are

securely connected. (2) Power on the camera. (3) Set the HDMI resolution to

1080i.

(1) Check HDMI-HD/AV

transmission module

connection. (2) Power on the camera. (3) Change the DJI Lightbridge

App video source to "HD

Gimbal".

User Manual

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User Manual

Specifications

General

Built-In Functions Three Working Modes

Orientation-locked control Non orientation-locked control FPV mode (Reset)

Built-in independent IMU module

DJI gimbal special servos drive module

Peripheral

Supported Camera Panasonic GH4/GH3

Supported Lens OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0

GCU Input Power 4S~12S LiPo (Recommend 6S if with S800 EVO or S1000)

Control Requirement At least four spare receiver channels

Assistant Software System Requirements

Windows XP SP3; Windows 7; Windows 8 (32 or 64 bit)

Mechanical & Electrical Characteristics

Working Current Static current: 200mA (@25V)

Dynamic current: 400mA (@25V) Locked-rotor current: 4A (@25V)

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C

Weight 1.26Kg

Dimensions 233mm x 210mm x 192mm

GCU Weight 63g

Appendix

GCU Dimensions 64.2 mm × 34.1mm × 19.5mm

Working Performance

Load Weight (Reference Value)

Controlled Angle Accuracy ±0.01°

Maximum Controlled Rotation Speed*

Controlled Rotation Range Pan axis control: ±360° continuous rotation

Note*: Gimbal’s Maximum Controlled Rotation Speed corresponds to TX stick input pushed to 100% end-points.

690g(@Panasonic GH4 with OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0, Battery and SD Card)

Pan axis: ±130°/s Tilt axis: ±130°/s Roll axis: ±30°/s

Tilt axis control: +50°/-140° Roll axis control: ±40°

HDMI- HD/AV module Wireless video transmission

supported Camera shutter control supported Wide range voltage input

supported S-Bus/PPM Receiver supported

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DJI Z15-GH4 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Warning & Disclaimer

Manual Tips

Legend

In the Box

Contents

Gimbal Description

Camera Setup

Mount

Mounting the Lens

Mounting the Camera

Mounting the Gimbal to the Landing Gear

Camera Wiring and Shutter Control

Camera Wiring

Shutter Control

Mounting a GH3 Camera onto the Z15-GH4

Video Signal Transmission

A. AV Wireless Video Transmission

B. DJI iOSD Mark II and AV Wireless Video Transmission

C. DJI Lightbridge Air System

GCU Wiring

GCU Wiring

GCU Ports

Working Mode/AUX2 Switch Setup

Working Mode Switch Settings

AUX2 Switch Settings

PC Assistant Tuning

Installation and Usage

Basic Setting

Upgrade

Info

Pre-Flight Check

Flight Test

Appendix

Attention

1-Pilot Solution

2-Pilot Solution

Port Descriptions

Gimbal LED Indicator

Troubleshooting

Specifications