RC Logger 10009RC Operating instructions

Operating instructions

X3 Mini Gimbal

No. 10009RC

INTENDED USE

Please download the latest version of the operating instructions
from our website at www.rclogger.com. Navigate to the product
page and open the ”Downloads” tab. Click on ”Operating
instructions” to start the download.

Make this product available to third parties only together with
its operating instructions.

The X3 Mini Gimbal attaches to the NovaX 350 quadcopter and can hold camera models such as

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GoPro

HERO4 Black/Silver, GoPro® HERO3+, GoPro® HERO3, Yi camera (Xiaomi) or cameras

of similar size. The gimbal is supplied with power by the NovaX 350 ight battery and controlled

via transmitter/receiver. It is solely intented for private use in the model making area and not to
be used for commercial applications.

Any use other than the one described can damage the device. Moreover, this involves dangers

such as short circuit, re and electric shock, etc. Observe the safety information under all

circumstances! The product must not become damp or wet.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you

use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In

addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, re, electric shock etc. Read

the instructions carefully and keep them.

DELIVERY CONTENT

> Gimbal with mounting plate
> Adapter plate
> USB adapter
> Bracket
> 4 x Standoffs
> 2 x V-brackets (for mounting on other aircraft)
> 2 x Knurled bolts
> 2 x Cable covers
> 4 x Nuts
> 4 x Shrink tubes
> 12 x Rubber dampers (6 x red, 6 x black)
> 1 x Foam
> Operating instructions

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions carefully and especially
observe the safety information. If you do not follow the safety
instructions and information on proper handling in this manual,
we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or
damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/
guarantee.

Consult the »NovaX 350 manual for instructions on how to
attach, connect and operate accessories. Mind the max. takeoff
weight.

> The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
> Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous

playing material for children.

> Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity,

moisture, ammable gases, vapours and solvents.

> Do not use the product in rain.
> Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
> If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it

from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:

» is visibly damaged,
» is no longer working properly,
» has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
» has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.

> Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can

damage the product.

> Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected

to the product.

INSTALLATION

1. We recommend you watch the following supporting videos before you start with the
installation:

» https://vimeo.com/album/3529115

2. Study the installation diagrams on page 2.

3. Remove legs, camera platform and receiver (see g. 1).

4. Losen the screws that hold the center piece in place and remove them (see g. 2).

5. Remove the vibration isolators (see g. 2).

6. Install standoffs (see g. 3). Apply little Loctite

7. Install center piece and receiver again (see g. 4).

8. Attach the rubber dampers to the adapter plate and secure it on the standoffs with the

provided nuts (see g. 5, step 1). Tighten the nuts with moderate force (g. 5, step 2).

9. Remove protective foil from foam and stick the foam on centre of gimbal platform. Remove
the upper protective foil. (see g. 5, step 3). Note: This step is optional. The foam helps to
absorb vibrations.

10. Attach the camera mounting plate with gimbal to the rubber dampers (see g. 5, step 4).

11. It is recommended to secure adapter plate and mounting plate by means of cable ties on two
corners (diagonally across from each other). Insert the cable tie through the hole in adapter
plate, rubber damper and mounting plate. For easy removal do not fully tighten the cable ties

and ensure that they do not inhibit damper travel (see g. 5, step 5).

12. Install a camera (see g. 5, step 6).

13. Secure the camera with bracket and knurled bolts (see g. 5, step 7).

14. Secure any lose cables with cable ties.

15. Installation is complete (see g. 6).

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Blue to the screw threads.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

The current NovaX 350 firmware versions only allow for
controlling pitch. Future firmware versions will offer additional
controls.

Refer to the NovaX 350 manual if needed.

Install a camera before establishing the power supply!

Notes: if you use another receiver/transmitter set than the RC Logger 89102RC, it may be
capable of supporting all of the gimbal’s functions. Besides axis control, the gimbal allows for
real-time analog video signal transmission. A socket for a video cable is built-in at the rear of
the gimbal.

Wire the gimbal as follows:

1. Study the chapter “Operation” and the wiring diagram (g. 7).

2. Remove the NovaX 350 canopy.

3. Wire the gimbal as shown in the wiring diagram (g. 7).

» If you use the RC Logger 89102RC receiver and transmitter set, connect the cable

with brown and black wire (to switch between modes) OR the cable with blue wire (to
control pitch) to the GIMBAL_X header on the ight control board. The connector with
white wire currently has no function.

4. Preferably, wrap the wires with the supplied cable covers and shrink tubes to protect them.

5. Connect the power cable to the JSTXH connector on the ight battery to supply it with power.

Install a camera before you supply power to the gimbal!

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