dji Zenmuse Z15-5D User Manual

Zenmuse Z15-5D User Manual

V1.04

2014.12

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Warning & Disclaimer

No further adjustment or changes are permitted to the Z15.

The Z15 is specifically adjusted to support the Camera and Lens before leaving the factory. Please mount your

camera directly to the Z15 when installing as no further adjustment or changes are necessary or permitted. Do not

modify or add any other component/device (such as a filter, lens hood, etc.) to the camera; make sure to use the

original battery; Failure to follow these guidelines may result in decreased performance or internal malfunction.

The Z15 is only compatible with a flight control system specified by DJI Innovations (A2/Ace One/Ace

WayPoint/WooKong M). To ensure highest stability and precision, download the corresponding assistant software

and upgrade the flight control system MC firmware. Failure to do so may result in the Z15 working abnormally.

Make sure the flight control system is operated in the safest possible environment when the main power battery is

connected. We strongly recommend users remove all propellers, DO NOT use power supply from R/C system or

flight pack battery, and keep children away during gimbal calibration and parameter setup. Please follow the

guidelines in order to correctly mount and connect gimbal to your aircraft, as well as to install the assistant

software on your computer. Please respect the AMA’s National Model Aircraft Safety Code.

As DJI Innovations has no control over 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 Innovations Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this

manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are

any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI Innovations. No patent liability is assumed with

respect to the use of the product or information contained herein.

Firmware versions of supported DJI Flight control systems

Flight control systems

Ace One

Ace WayPoint

WooKong M

A2

Firmware version of MC

V4.02

V5.26

V2.0 or above

Specified Camera and Lens Type

Z15-5D Mark II

Camera

Canon 5D Mark II

Lens

Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM

Z15-5D Mark III

Camera

Canon 5D Mark III

Lens

Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM

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Product Profile

Z15 is an excellent gimbal designed for Aerial Photography. It has built-in slip rings within the mechanical structure,

preventing the wire rod from entangling. The gimbal has an integrated independent IMU module, a special servos

drive module, etc., which are dedicated to provide excellent performance in any working modes, including

Orientation-locked control, Non orientation-locked control and FPV Mode (Reset).

Working Mode

Orientation-locked Mode

Non orientation-locked Mode

FPV Mode

(Reset)

Gimbal Point

Gimbal point stays locked

with aircraft nose direction

Gimbal point stays unchanged

when aircraft nose direction

changes.

Gimbal point stays the

same as aircraft nose

direction when powered

up

Gimbal and

Aircraft Nose

Relative Angle

Gimbal point keeps the

same relative angle with the

aircraft nose direction

Relative angle between the

gimbal point and aircraft nose

direction may change

Zero relative angle

between the gimbal point

and aircraft nose

TX Control

Controlled

Not controlled

Attitude stability

YES

Vibration

Reduction

YES

Stick Meaning

Command stick stands for

gimbal rotation velocity，

Stick center position is for

0，its endpoint is maximum

velocity.

Command stick stands for

gimbal rotation velocity，Stick

center position is for 0，its

endpoint is maximum velocity.

——

Command

Linearity

YES

——

Note1: ‘Gimbal point’ refers to the

gimbal PAN rotation direction

.

Note2: ‘Attitude stability’ means the

gimbal’s ROLL/TILT will not follow the aircraft’s ROLL/PITCH

.

Note3: ‘Gimbal rotating maximum velocity’ is corresponding to the

TX 100% end-point

.

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In Box

Gimbal & Gimbal Controller Unit (GCU)

Gimbal × 1

The Z15 gimbal has built-in slip rings within the mechanical structure,

which work to prevent the wire rod from entangling and enables

rotational freedom for the 3 axes rotating rods.

The gimbal has special built-in Z15 gimbal servo drive modules and

independent IMU module.

Gimbal Controller Unit (GCU) × 1

Connect the gimbal controller unit to the flight control system with a

CAN–Bus cable. The GCU will control the gimbal’s PAN, ROLL and

TILT axes rotation.

5D

Main Parts Package

Lens Retaining Ring × 1

For fixing the camera lens.

Mounting Bracket × 4

For the gimbal and landing gear connection.

Mounting Board for Receiver × 1

For fixing the GCU and providing the mounting position for the receiver or other device.

Cable Clamp

For tidying the cables on gimbal.

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Camera Mount Screw × 1

For the camera mount.

Lens Retaining Ring Screw × 1

For fixing the lens retaining ring to the gimbal.

Screws and Cables Package

Screws Package

For mounting the gimbal to the aircraft (M2.5*8 Head-cup screw).

8-pin Cable

Connect the GCU and Gimbal use the 8-pin cable.

Gimbal Video Signal Cable × 1

For connecting the GCU and Wireless Video Transmission Unit,

transmitting the AV signal.

Micro-USB Cable × 1

For the parameter configurations and firmware upgrade via

Assistant Software on PC.

CAN-Bus Cable × 1

The GCU communicates with the flight control unit via a CAN-Bus.

DJI

Spares Pack

Spares Pack × 1

Damping units, Spare Screw, and Mounting Bracket.

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Contents

WARNING & DISCLAIMER ............................................................................................... 2

PRODUCT PROFILE .......................................................................................................... 3

IN BOX ............................................................................................................................ 4

CONTENTS ...................................................................................................................... 6

GIMBAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................... 7

CAMERA SETUP .............................................................................................................. 9

MOUNT ........................................................................................................................ 11

CAMERA WIRING/SHUTTER CONTROL ......................................................................... 13

VIDEO SIGNAL TRANSMISSION ..................................................................................... 14

GCU CONNECTION ........................................................................................................ 15

WORKING MODES/AUX2/AUX3 SWITCH SETUP ............................................................ 17

ASSISTANT SOFTWARE .................................................................................................. 18

TEST ............................................................................................................................. 18

APPENDIX ..................................................................................................................... 20

IMPORTANT NOTES............................................................................................................... 20

PORT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................. 21

GIMBAL LED INDICATOR ....................................................................................................... 21

TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 22

SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 23

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The Gimbal Description

Notes:

 Make sure nothing blocks the servo driver module rotation to avoid motor damage.  Clear the obstacles at once if the rotating gimbal is blocked.  No mechanical and electrical adjustment or change is permitted.

Tips:

 Each servo driver module has two G8 ports, which are used to transmit servo and video signals.

Z15-5D MARK II

Servo Driver

Module 1

360° continuous rotation

±25°

-90°~+15°

Servo Driver Module 2

Servo Driver

Module 3

8-pin Cable

Connect the

GCU and Gimbal

Video Transmission Cable To the A/V OUT port of 5D Mark II

Lens Mount

Position

Damping Unit

The Mounting Board

for Receiver

IMU Module

Lens Retaining

Ring' s Screw

Cable Clamp

ROLL

TILT

PAN

Gimbal status

Indicator

8-pin Port

To the G8 port

of GCU

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Z15-5D MARK III

Servo Driver

Module 1

360° continuous rotation

±25°

-90°~+15°

Servo Driver Module 2

Servo Driver

Module 3

8-pin Cable

Connect the GCU

and Gimbal

Video Transmission Cable

To the A/V OUT/DIGITAL

port of 5D Mark III

Lens Mount

Position

Damping Unit

The Mounting Board

for Receiver

IMU Module

Lens Retaining

Ring's Screw

Cable Clamp

ROLL

TILT

PAN

Gimbal status

Indicator

8-pin Port

To the G8 port

of GCU

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