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CRANE 3 LAB
User Guide
ZHIYUN-EN-v1.20
Contents
■
Packing List
■
Get to Know CRANE 3 LAB
Get to Know CRANE 3 LAB ··············································· 2
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Interfaces Instruction
Camera Image Transmission and Control Module ··················· 3
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Charging Procedure
Charger and Battery Description ········································· 4
Charging Procedure ························································· 5
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Installation
Tripod Installation ····························································· 6
Battery Installation ···························································· 6
Camera Installation ·························································· 7
Data Cable Connection ····················································· 8
Balance Adjustment ·························································· 10
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How to Use
Buttons Description ·························································· 12
OLED Display Description ·················································· 14
Menu Option Description ··················································· 15
Motor Torque Adjustment ··················································· 16
Control Mode Description ·················································· 17
Manual Angle Lock ··························································· 18
DC 8.0 V Power Outlet Usage ············································ 19
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APP Operations
Instruction of Image Transmission System and ZY Play ··········· 20
Download APP ································································ 20
How to Connect Stabilizer to Smartphone/Tablet ····················21
ZY Play Main Functions ····················································· 21
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Calibration and Firmware Upgrade
When do you need to calibrate the stabilizer? ························ 22
Initialization Method ·························································· 22
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Calibration and Firmware Upgrade
Six-side Calibration ·························································· 23
■
Calibration and Firmware Upgrade
■
Calibration and Firmware Upgrade
Motor Fine-tuning ····························································· 25
Stabilizer Firmware Upgrade ·············································· 25
Servo Follow Focus and Servo Zoom/Focus
Controller Firmware Upgrade ·············································· 25
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Product Specifications
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Disclaimer and Warning
Reading Tips ··································································· 27
Warnings ········································································ 27
Safe Operation Guidelines ················································· 28
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Warranty Terms
Warranty Period ······························································· 30
Exceptions ······································································ 30
Warranty Claim Procedure ················································· 30
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Contact Card
Packing List
The product package comes with the following items. In case that any item is
found missing, please contact ZHIYUN or your local selling agent.
CRANE 3 LAB Stabilizer
× 1
HDMI Mini to HDMI Micro
HD HDMI Cable × 1
USB 3.0 to USB Micro
Camera Control Cable × 1
USB 3.0 to USB Mini 8P
+ φ2.5mm plug
Camera Control Cable × 1
18650 Li-Ion Battery
Charger × 1
Storage Case × 1
Tripod × 1 Quick Release Plate × 1
HDMI Mini to HDMI Mini
HD HDMI Cable × 1
USB 3.0 to Multi
Camera Control Cable × 1
Micro USB Cable × 1
Quick Start Guide × 1 USB Cable Storage
USB 3.0 to USB Mini
Camera Control Cable ×1
USB 3.0 to Type-C
Camera Control Cable × 1
18650 Li-Ion Battery × 3
Box × 1
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Get to Know CRANE 3 LAB
Get to Know CRANE 3 LAB
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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1. Quick Release Plate
2. Quick Release Plate Latch
3. Quick Release Plate Thumb Screw
4. Camera Image Transmission
and Control Module (see more on
Page 3 )
5. Pan Axis Latch
6. 1/4" Threaded Hole
7. Power Button
8. Follow Focus Wheel
9. Joystick
10. Tripod
11. Thumb Screw
11
12
14
12. Roll Axis Motor
13. Roll Axis Latch
14. Control Stick (see more on
Page 12 )
15. Tilt Axis Motor
16. Thumb Screw
17. Tilt Axis Latch
18. Thumb Screw
19. Pan Axis Motor
20. Battery Compartment
21. USB Power Outlet
22. Mode Button (see more on
Page 12 )
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Interfaces Instruction
Camera Image Transmission and Control Module
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
No. Interface Function Output Input
1 WiFi Switch
Servo Follow Focus
2
& Servo Zoom/Focus
Controller Interface
Servo Follow Focus
3
& Servo Zoom/Focus
Controller Interface
4 DC 8.0V Power Outlet
5 Mini HDMI Interface
Camera Control
6
Interface
7 USB Charging Outlet
The stabilizer does not support direct charge from the USB interface or any
other interfaces above.
Turn on/off the WiFi of the
stabilizer
Connect and control servo
follow focus or servo zoom/
focus controller
Connect and control servo
follow focus or servo zoom/
focus controller
Can be used to charge
cameras such as Canon
5D series (see more on
Page 19 )
Receive HDMI video signals
from the camera
1. Connect and control the
camera via the control cable. For more information
please refer to ZHIYUN
Camera Control Cable
Instruction (see more on
Page 8 )
2. Can be used to charge
mirrorless cameras such as
Sony mirrorless cameras
Can be used to charge
external devices such as
mobile phones
/ /
11V/2A Forbidden
11V/2A Forbidden
8V/2A Forbidden
/ /
5V/1A Forbidden
5V/1A Forbidden
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Charging Procedure
When using CRANE 3 LAB for the first time, please fully charge and activate the
batteries with the dedicated charging device contained in the package to ensure
normal use of the product.
Charger and Battery Description
Charger Specifications
Name: 18650 Li-Ion Battery Charger
Model: ZC-18650-3
Input: 5V ⎓ 2400mA
Output: 4.2V ⎓ 800mA*3
•Shines solid RED light when charging.
•Shines BLUE light when fully charged.
Status Indicator Light
Micro USB Charging Port
1. It is recommended to use original ZHIYUN 2600mAh Li-ion battery with the
CRANE 3 LAB for longer runtime.
2. The ZC-18650-3 battery charger is designed for 18650 Li-ion battery only.
Please do not use it to charge batteries of other models or brands or else
accidents may arise thereby.
1. The stabilizer is equipped with high-energy density batteries, which may
cause fire, economic loss or personal injury when not properly used and
stored. Please read the disclaimer and warning herein as well as the description on the battery label carefully before using the batteries.
2. Please use batteries provided or approved by ZHIYUN only. ZHIYUN will
not take any responsibility for explosion, fire and/or accidents caused by
non-ZHIYUN batteries.
Battery Specifications
Name: 18650 Li-Ion Battery
Model: 18650
Capacity: 2600mAh
Voltage: 3.6V
When the batteries are not in use, please be sure to put them in the
battery slot of the package or in plastic storage cases.
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Charging Procedure
Charging Procedure
1. Insert the batteries into the charger in the right direction (positive/negative end)
accordingly.
2. Connect the charger to the adapter via the Micro USB cable.
3. Plug the adapter into a power outlet to start charging.
Micro USB Cable
Micro USB Cable
1. Micro USB 5V charging ports are on both sides of the charger. Users
are free to charge battery from one side of the charger or both of them.
Charging from both of the charging ports will take less time.
2. Charging the batteries may fail when the power supply is insufficient (for instance, when the current of the adapter is lower than 1000mA). Conditions
may vary depending on the specific chargers used. It is recommended to
use an adapter with higher current capacity;
3. The battery cannot be charged through the USB port on the stabilizer.
1. Please use qualified standard 5V/≥2000mA adapter for battery charging;
charging time depends on the maximum input current of the adapter.
2. This stabilizer comes standard with dedicated high-discharge-rate batteries.
Please use batteries provided or approved by ZHIYUN only.
3. Please make sure the batteries are fully charged. Undercharged battery or
batteries can lead to the failure of the stabilizer.
Adapter
Adapter
Power Outlet
Power Outlet
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Installation
Tripod Installation
• Mount the tripod to the bottom of the stabilizer, then unfold the tripod on a flat
surface.
Place one tripod leg in parallel with the handle of the stabilizer to achieve
maximum stability (as shown above).
Battery Installation
• Unlock the battery compartment
and remove the battery cover, then
insert 3 18650 batteries in the right
direction (positive/negative end).
• Please put the lifting strap at the
bottom of the battery compartment
for easy lifting of the batteries.
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Installation
Locked for installation Locked for storage
• Each axis of the stabilizer is equipped with a latch. You can use these latches to
lock the axes for convenient installation and storage.
Camera Installation
a. Take out the quick release plate, mount the camera on the quick release plate
then tighten the 1/4" screw at its bottom.
b. Adjust the lens support on the quick release plate to make sure the stability of
the lens.
c. Slide the quick release plate to the stabilizer with three axes locked, then lock
the quick release plate latch.
Before mounting the camera, make sure it is prepared ahead of time. Remove
the lens cap and make sure the camera’s battery and memory card are already inserted.
Lift the quick release plate latch
up if it gets stuck. Adjust the
position of quick release plate
latch to ensure the camera is
neither too tight nor too loose.
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Installation
Data Cable Connection
Connect the camera and the stabilizer with the camera control cable and HD HDMI
cable that come standard with the stabilizer.
Camera control cable
①/②/③/④/⑤
Mark:
HD HDMI cable
/ /
Mark:
Mark
Connector
Type
Mark
Connector
Type
Camera
Model
Photo √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
Video √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
Live Preview √ √ √ √ × × × ×
Digital Zoom × × × × √ √ × ×
Manual Electronic Follow
Focus
Image Trans-
mission
① ② ③ ④ ⑤
USB 3.0 to
AV √ √ √ √ √ √ × √
TV √ √ √ √ √ √ × √
ISO √ √ √ √ √ √ × √
EV √ √ √ √ √ √ × √
AF √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
1. Please check the website for complete compatible list.
2. Image transmission is available only for cameras whose HDMI output are 720P or 1080P.
3. If your camera uses HD HDMI cable , please consult ZHIYUN service team for available
sellers.
4. When applying the image transmission function of the stabilizer or using external monitor
with Sony cameras, it is not recommended to use video mode as there will be no output
from the HDMI port.
5. In video mode, parameter settings are unavailable for Sony, Panasonic cameras and some
Canon cameras.
6. Please connect the control cable to camera and stabilizer in power off state and avoid
hot-swapping as possible.
USB 3.0 to USB Micro USB 3.0 to Multi
USB Mini
HDMI Mini to HDMI Mini HDMI Mini to HDMI Micro
Canon Nikon Sony Panasonic
5D3 5D4 1DX2 D850 A7M3 A7RM3 GH4 GH5
√ √ √ √ × × × ×
√ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
USB 3.0 to USB Mini
8P + Φ2.5mm plug
USB 3.0 to
HDMI Mini to
ZHIYUN Cable Collocation Illustration
Type-C
HDMI
8
Installation
To protect the stabilizer from being interfered with by the cables, you can tie
up the cables with the magic strap that comes standard with CRANE 3 LAB
as shown below.
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Installation
Balance Adjustment
To facilitate the adjustment procedure, we recommend locking the three axes
before the adjustment and unlock and adjust them one by one.
• Loosen the quick release plate thumb screw
and make the camera grip as close to the
tilt axis motor as possible.
• Unlock the tilt axis and the quick release
plate latch, push the camera to move forward or backward until the camera can stay
still and almost level with its lens facing
front (as shown on the right), then lock the
quick release plate latch.
• Make the lens face up, slightly loosen the
thumb screw of the tilt axis, push the camera to move forward or backward until the
camera can stay still with the lens facing up
(i.e.the camera stays still and vertical to the
ground as shown on the right). Complete
this step by tightening up thumb screw.
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Installation
• Unlock the roll axis, slightly loosen the thumb
screw of it, push the camera to move left or
right until the camera can stay still and horizontal to the ground (as shown on the right).
Complete this step by tightening up thumb
screw.
• Unlock the pan axis, slightly loosen the thumb
screw of it, then adjust the pan axis until it
stays still and horizontal to the ground (as
shown on the right). Complete this step by
tightening up thumb screw.
1. Before turning on the stabilizer, please make sure the motors are unlocked
and are free to move. Turning on the stabilizer with the motors locked will
result in overheating of the motors and cause damages.
2. The balance of the stabilizer will help it to achieve the best performance
and prolong its runtime.
Pull the quick release plate thumb
screw out a little if it becomes stuck
during the installation.
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How to Use
Buttons Description
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
1. Power Button[ ]
• Long press for 3 seconds to power on/off the stabilizer.
• Double press to enter or exit standby mode.
2. Pan Following Mode
Single click to enter Pan Following Mode.
3. Locking Mode
Single click to enter Locking Mode.
4. Follow Focus Controller
• Once Servo Follow Focus (Lite) is connected to the stabilizer, the follow focus
controller will be able to control it.
• Electronic follow focus control is available on some Canon and Nikon cameras
via the follow focus controller. For more information please refer to CRANE 3
LAB Compatible List.
5. Joystick
Four-way direction control of the camera/lens on the stabilizer.
6. Zoom Rocker
• Once Servo Zoom/Focus Controller (Max) (sold separately) is connected to the
stabilizer, the Zoom Rocker will be able to control it.
• Connecting the stabilizer to Sony cameras with motorized lens, the zoom controller will be able to operate optical zooming; connecting the stabilizer to Sony
cameras with non-motorized lens, the zoom controller will be able to operate
digital zooming. For more information please refer to CRANE 3 LAB Compatible List.
7. Parameter Dial
Rotate the dial to quickly set camera parameters.
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How to Use
8. Following Mode [ F ]
Single click to enter Following Mode. Click again to return to previous mode.
9. POV Mode/Vortex Mode [ POV ]
• Single click to enter or exit Point of View Mode. Click again to return to previous
mode.
• Double click to enter or exit Vortex Mode. Click again to return to previous mode.
10. Reset [ RE ]
Single click to reset the motor to the starting point of the current mode.
11. TV [ TV ]
Single click to set shutter speed.
12. AV [ AV ]
Single click to set aperture value.
13. ISO [ ISO ]
Single click to set ISO value.
14. PhoneGo Mode [ GO ]
Press and hold to enter and stay in PhoneGo Mode which enables fast following
speed of the three axes on the stabilizer.
15. Video [ ]
Single click to start/end video recording.
16. Live Preview[ LV ]
Single click to control the camera to flip up the reflex mirror to enter Live Preview
mode.
17. Photo
• Half press to enable automatic zoom function of the camera.
• Full press to take photo.
18. Right [ ► ]
• In main screen, single press to move to next option.
• In menu screen, single press to confirm selection.
19. Dial
In menu screen, rotate the dial to switch between options.
20. Menu [ ●●● ]
Single press to enter or exit menu screen.
21. Left [ ◄ ]
• In main screen, single press to move to previous option.
• In menu screen, single press to return to previous screen.
1. When powering on the stabilizer, please hold the camera with one hand in
case of malfunctioned rotation.
2. When powering on, avoid shaking of the stabilizer hand grip which may
lead to start-up failure.
3. Single click ISO button and click Right button to choose ISO value.
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How to Use
OLED Display Description
Interface where camera
params settings are
available
Icon Description:
Camera successfully connected to stabilizer
Video Mode
Photo Mode
Battery Level (stabilizer)
L
F
V
Pan Following Mode
Locking Mode
Point Of View Mode
Following Mode
PhoneGo Mode
Vortex Mode
Aperture Value
Shutter Speed Value
ISO Value
Exposure Value
PF
POV
GO
AV
TV
ISO
Interface where camera
params settings are
unavailable
Menu Interface
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How to Use
motor
(Motor Torque
Setting)
wheel
(Follow Focus Wheel
Setting)
joystick
(Joystick Setting)
zoom rocker(Zoom
Rocker Setting)
calibration
(Calibration Setting)
angle
(Fine-tuning on motor
angle)
focus
(Follow Focus and
Zoom/Focus Control-
ler Setting)
about
Menu Option Description
low Low-torque
medium Medium-torque
high High-torque
sensi
(Follow Focus
Wheel Sensitivity)
ABpoint
priority
(Priority on Wheel)
reverse Control the wheel in reverse direction
reverse
sensi
(Zoom Rocker
Sensitivity)
ABpoint
reverse Control the zoom rocker in reverse direction
yes Enter six-side calibration
no Exit calibration setting
pitch Fine tune the tilt axis motor
roll Fine tune the roll axis motor
Lite upgrade
Max upgrade
Information of image transmission firmware version, names of WiFi and
Bluetooth. Press Right button for stabilizer firmware version.
low Low Sensitivity
medium Medium sensitivity
high High Sensitivity
A Set the current wheel position as A point
1
B Set the current wheel position as B point
clear Clear AB Points
handle Prioritize handle control
external Prioritize external control
off Disable follow focus wheel
vertical Joystick in vertical direction
horizontal Joystick in horizontal direction
low Low Sensitivity
medium Medium Sensitivity
high High Sensitivity
Set the current position of the zoom
A
1
B
rocker as A point
Set the current position of the zoom
rocker as B point
clear Clear AB Points
Upgrade firmware of Servo Follow
Upgrade firmware of Servo Zoom/Focus
Focus (Lite)
Controller (Max)
3
3
2
“1” AB point settings are only available when connecting to ZHIYUN Servo Follow Focus cor-
rectly.
“2” External control refers to remote control via Bluetooth or cable controls other than local con-
trols via the stabilizer. (remote controls need to be purchased separately).
“3” Servo Follow Focus (Lite) and Servo Zoom/Focus Controller (Max) need to be purchased
separately.
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How to Use
Motor Torque Adjustment
The motor torque of the stabilizer needs to be adjusted (3 levels) to adapt the stabilizer to cameras and lens of different weight for ideal use.
How to adjust:
1. Single press the Menu button and rotate the dial to "motor",
then press Right button to enter motor torque setting.
2. Rotate the dial to choose the appropriate motor torque level
and press Right button to confirm.
Weight Capaci-
Option
low
(default)
medium Medium Canon 5D series+EF 50mm f/1.4 USM
high High Canon 5D series+EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Motor torque levels that are too high or too low may result in shakiness of the
stabilizer and affect its performance.
ty
Low Sony A7 series+Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA
Compatible Camera & Lens Examples
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How to Use
Control Mode Description
Motors circled in red are free to move in line with the movement of the stabilizer handle while motors circled in grey are locked.
Tilt Axis Tilt Axis
Roll Axis Roll Axis
Pan Axis Pan Axis
Pan Following Mode (PF): Single
click PF mode button to enter
The camera pans left/right following
the movement of the stabilizer while
the tilt and roll axes are locked. Push
the joystick up/down to control the tilt
axis.
Point of View Mode (POV): Single
click POV mode button to enter
This mode allows the camera to roll
left/right at a Max. angle of 45° and all
the three motors with unlimited 360°
rotation following the movement of the
stabilizer.
Locking Mode (L): Single click
Locking mode button to enter
This mode locks the movement of all
three axes to keep the camera fixed
on a shooting direction. Pushing the
joystick up/down and left/right allows
manual control of the tilt axis and pan
axis.
Tilt AxisTilt Axis
Roll AxisRoll Axis45°
Pan AxisPan Axis
Following Mode (F) : Single click
Following mode button to enter
The camera pans and tilts following
the movement of the stabilizer. Pushing the joystick left/right allows manual
control of the roll axis.
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How to Use
Tilt Axis Tilt Axis
Roll Axis Roll Axis
Pan Axis Pan Axis
PhoneGo Mode (GO): Press and
hold PhoneGo mode button to enter
The camera pans left/right and tilts up/
down following the movement of the
stabilizer in fast speed while the roll
axis is locked.
Vortex Mode (V): Double click POV
mode button to enter
The camera tilts with a 90° angle
following the movement of the handle
while the roll axis is locked. Please use
this mode in an underslung gesture
and push the joystick right/left to rotate
the pan axis.
Manual Angle Lock
Under pan following mode (PF) and locking mode (L), you can manually rotate
the camera to a certain angle, then loosen the grip and the camera position will
be fixed. Under pan following mode (PF) , you can manually adjust the angle of tilt
axis. Under locking mode (L), you can manually adjust the angle of pan axis and
tilt axis.
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How to Use
DC 8.0 V Power Outlet Usage
The DC 8.0 V power outlet on the side of the stabilizer can be used for charging
the Canon 5D camera through a
DC connector DR-E6 (purchase
separately).
Charging 5D3/5D4 camera:
Powering on:
1. First, connect the power input
end of the connector to the
DC 8.0V power outlet, then
connect the other end of the
connector to the camera.
2. Install the camera to the stabilizer and power on the stabilizer, then start up the camera.
Powering off:
First, power off the camera, then
unplug the connector from the
stabilizer.
Charging 5D2 camera:
Powering on:
1. Start up the stabilizer, long
press the mode button to enter standby mode.
2. Connect the power input end of the connector to the DC 8.0V power outlet, then
connect the other end of the connector to the camera.
3. Install the camera to the stabilizer and balance the stabilizer.
4. Power on the camera and long press power button to activate the stabilizer.
Powering off:
First, power off the camera, then unplug the connector from the stabilizer.
1. Original Canon DR-E6 DC power connector is recommended; Please follow the procedure herein in case of accidents.
2. Please power on/off the camera in accordance with the procedure, otherwise the camera may fail to start.
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APP Operations
Instruction of Image Transmission System and ZY Play
1. CRANE 3 LAB image transmission system can only be applied when combined
with ZY Play.
2. Before applying image transmission function, please confirm that the camera
control cable and HDMI cable are properly connected.
3. For Sony cameras, please select PC Remote in USB Connection. In PC Remote Settings, please select PC+Camera for Still Image Save Destination. For
LUMIX cameras, please select PC (Tether) in USB mode.
4. With the TransMount Phone Holder with Crown Gear (need to be purchased
separately), it is easier to mount the phone on the stabilizer and adjust the viewing angle of the phone screen.
Download APP
Scan the QR code on the left (Android 5.0 and above,
iOS 9.0 and above required) or search "ZY Play" in App
Store or Google Play to download.
1. Pair with ZY Play designed for CRANE 3 LAB,
which enables you to make better use of its various
functions.
2. ZY Play is subject to change without prior notice.
Please always refer to the latest version.
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APP Operations
How to Connect Stabilizer to Smartphone/Tablet
1. Connect stabilizer with camera with the corresponding camera control cable
and HDMI cable. After balance adjustment, power on the stabilizer. Turn on
Bluetooth and WiFi on the mobile device.
2. Open ZY Play and select the product page of CRANE 3 LAB. Click "connect
device", and select the stabilizer with the corresponding Bluetooth name (check
the name of your Bluetooth in About, naming format: CRANE 3 LAB_XXXX ).
3. Tap the WiFi icon [ ] and connect to the stabilizer's WiFi according to the
prompts (Initial password: 12345678).
ZY Play Main Functions
Camera Params
Settings
Focus/Zoom Control
Stabilizer Params
Settings
Image Transmission
Video and Photo
Taking
Panorama
Stabilizer Calibration
ZY Play
Firmware Upgrade
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Calibration and Firmware Upgrade
When do you need to calibrate the stabilizer?
Please calibrate the stabilizer when necessary.
1. Slight deviation is found in the tilt angle of the camera in level
position after turning on.
2. Slight deviation is found in the roll angle of the camera in level
position after turning on.
3. Frequent small angle correction is found when the camera is
in level position while the stabilizer stays still.
1. Slight deviation is found in the level position after the initialization of the stabilizer.
2. The stabilizer has not been used for a long time.
3. The stabilizer undergoes significant temperature difference in
operation environments.
Slight deviation is found in the tilt or roll angle of the camera in
level position after initialization and six-side calibration of the stabilizer.
When How
Initializing the
stabilizer
Six-side cali-
bration
Fine tuning the
motors
Initialization Method
1. Correctly install the batteries.
2. Hold the quick release plate with one hand. Long press the power button to turn
on stabilizer. After powering on the stabilizer, motors will produce forces. Please
hold tight the quick release plate and double click the power button to enable the
stabilizer to enter standby mode.
3. Put the stabilizer still on a table surface, and wait for about 30 sec., and the stabilizer will automatically complete initialization.
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Calibration and Firmware Upgrade
Six-side Calibration
A. Six-side calibration via OLED display guide:
1. Power on the stabilizer and enter standby mode, then press Menu and rotate
the dial to "Calibration" option. Press right to confirm.
2. As seen below, conduct six-side calibration following the 6 steps shown in the
graphs, finish by pressing any button to exit the menu.
STEP 1
Press the motor of the tilt axis against a level surface and wait until the display of
the stabilizer shows “STEP 2” (as shown above).
STEP 2
Press one side of the camera image transmission and control module against a level
surface and wait until the display of the stabilizer shows “STEP 3” (as shown above).
STEP 3
Press another side of the camera image transmission and control module against
a level surface and wait until the display of the stabilizer shows “STEP 4” (as
shown above).
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STEP 4
Press the latch on the tilt axis arm against a level surface and wait until the display
of the stabilizer shows “STEP 5” (as shown above).
STEP 5
Press another side of the camera image transmission and control module against
a level surface and wait until the display of the stabilizer shows “STEP 6” (as
shown above).
STEP 6
Press another side of the tilt axis arm against a level surface and wait until the dis-
play of the stabilizer shows “√” (as shown above).
B. Six-side calibration through APP
Connect the stabilizer to ZY Play, enter "Calibration" and finish six-side calibration
following the APP instruction.
In simple terms, six-side calibration is to place all six sides of the camera
image transmission and control module in vertical to a level surface
respectively.
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Motor Fine-tuning
Fine tune the motor through stabilizer:
1. Power on the stabilizer and enter standby mode, then rotate the dial and press
right to enter the "angle" option;
2. Adjust the value of the tilt and roll axis angle to your actual needs.
Fine tune the motor through APP:
Connect the stabilizer to ZY Play. Enter "Gimbal Settings", and adjust the value of
the tilt and roll axis angle to your actual needs.
Stabilizer Firmware Upgrade
ZY Play will automatically search for the latest firmware after the stabilizer is connected. Tap to upgrade automatically.
1. Before upgrading the firmware, please make sure that the power levels
of both stabilizer and phone are above 30%. Do not turn off the stabilizer
during upgrade.
2. Please do not use the stabilizer during the upgrade.
Servo Follow Focus and Servo Zoom/Focus
Controller Firmware Upgrade
1. If the stabilizer firmware includes that of the servo follow focus and servo zoom/
focus controller users can upgrade the firmware of servo follow focus and servo
zoom/focus controller after upgraded the firmware of the stabilizer.
2. Properly connect Servo Follow Focus (Lite) and Servo Zoom/Focus Controller
(Max) to the stabilizer, press Menu button to select focus-->Lite/Max-->upgrade.
During the upgrading, the status indicators of the two motors will flash quickly.
Restart the stabilizer after the upgrade.
Please select the correct name of the servo follow focus or servo zoom/focus
controller to upgrade, otherwise it may affect their performance or result in
malfunction.
Servo Follow Focus (Lite) and Servo Zoom/Focus Controller (Max) are not included in the standard package. Please purchase them separately according
to your needs.
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Product Specifications
Product Model: CR103
Operation Voltage
Operation Current
Charging Voltage
Charging Current
Mobile Phone USB
Output Voltage
Mobile Phone USB
Output Current
Camera USB Output
Voltage
Camera USB Output
Current
Camera Charging Port
Output Voltage
Camera Charging Port
Output Current
Tilt Mechanical Range
Roll Mechanical Range
Pan Mechanical
Range
Working Temperature
Battery Runtime
Charging Time
Valid Payload
Bluetooth
WIFI
Min. Standard Max. Remark
9.8V 11.1V 12.6V
360mA 5400mA
- - -
- - -
- 5V -
- - 1A
- 5V -
- - 1A
- 8V -
- - 2A
-93° 273° +180°
- 360° - Unlimited Rot.
- 360° - Unlimited Rot.
-10°C 25°C 45°C
- 7.5h Lab Data
- 4h -
Charging Current
1
2400mA
650g - 4500g
Bluetooth 5.0
Maximum effective range of image transmission signal
in WIFI 2.4G: 50m (no occlusion, no interference)
The runtime datum, 7.5 hours, is collected through a complete test session in
which the stabilizer is well balanced with Sony A7 and 16-35mm F2.8 lens installed. The ambient temperature is 25-degree Celsius and the combo is placed at
rest throughout the test session.
Note: Data in this user guide are collected through lab tests carried out by ZHIYUN.
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Disclaimer and Warning
Thank you for purchasing ZHIYUN CRANE 3 LAB. The information contains herein affects your safety, legitimate rights and obligation. Please read this instruction
carefully to ensure proper configuration before use. Failure to read and follow this
instruction and warnings herein may result in serious injury to you or bystanders,
or damage to your device or property. Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co.,
Ltd. reserves all rights for final explanation on this instruction and other documents
related to CRANE 3 LAB. The information is subject to update without notice.
Please visit www. zhiyun-tech.com to obtain the latest product information.
By using this product, you hereby signify that you have read this document carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions herein.
You agree that you are solely responsible for your own conduct 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 all terms, precautions, practices,
policies and guidelines ZHIYUN has made and may make available.
ZHIYUN accepts no liability for damage, injury or any legal responsibility incurred
directly or indirectly from the use of this product. Users shall observe safe and
lawful practices including, but not limited to, those set forth herein.
ZHIYUN™ is the trademark of Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co., Ltd.
(hereinafter referred to as “ZHIYUN” or “ZHIYUN TECH”) and its affiliates. All product names or marks referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective holders.
Reading Tips
Legends: Hints and Tips Important
Warnings
Read the ENTIRE User Guide to become familiar with the features of this product
before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to
the product or personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated
product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some
basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible
manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This
product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. DO
NOT use with incompatible components or in any way otherwise as mentioned or
instructed in the product documents provided by ZHIYUN. The safety guidelines
herein contain instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to
read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in the User Guide, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the product correctly and avoid damage
or serious injury.
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Disclaimer and Warning
Safe Operation Guidelines
CAUTION:
1. CRANE 3 LAB is a high-precision device. Damage may be caused to
CRANE 3 LAB if it is dropped or subject to external force, and this may result in malfunction.
2. Make sure the rotation of the stabilizer axes is not blocked by external force
when CRANE 3 LAB is turned on.
3. CRANE 3 LAB is not waterproof. Prevent contacts of any kind of liquid or
cleaner with CRANE 3 LAB. It is recommended to use dry cloth for cleaning.
4. Protect CRANE 3 LAB from dust and sand during use.
WARNING
To avoid fire, serious injury, and property damage, observe the following safety
guidelines when using, charging, or storing your batteries.
Battery Use
1. Prevent the batteries to come into contact with any kind of liquid. Do not leave
batteries out in the rain or near a source of moisture. Do not drop the battery into
water. If the inside of the battery comes into contact with water, chemical decomposition may occur, potentially resulting in the battery catching on fire, and may
even lead to an explosion.
2. If the battery falls into water with the stabilizer during use, take it out immediately
and put it in a safe and open area. Maintain a safe distance from the battery until
it is completely dry. Never use the battery again, and dispose of the battery properly as described in the Battery Disposal section below.
3. If the battery catches fire, use water, water spray, sand, fire blanket, dry powder,
or carbon dioxide fire extinguisher immediately to put out the fire. Battery-caused
fire may lead to explosion. Please extinct the fire by applying the methods recommended above according to the actual situation.
4. Never use non-ZHIYUN batteries. If replacement or backup is needed, please
purchase new batteries from ZHIYUN's official website or authorized channels.
ZHIYUN takes no responsibility for any damage caused by non-ZHIYUN batteries.
5. Never use or charge swollen, leaky, or damaged batteries. Never use or
charge if the battery smells, or overheats (exceeding maximum temperature of
160°F/71°C). If your batteries are abnormal, contact ZHIYUN or a ZHIYUN authorized dealer for further assistance.
6. The battery should be used within the temperature range from -10°C to 45°C.
Use of battery in environments above 45°C may lead to a fire or explosion. Use
of battery below -10°C may lead to serious battery damage.
7. Do not use the battery in strong electrostatic or electromagnetic environments.
Otherwise, the battery protection board may malfunction.
8. Do not disassemble or use any sharp object to puncture the battery in any way.
Otherwise, the battery may leak, catch fire or explode.
9. Do not mechanically strike, crush, or throw the battery. Do not place heavy objects on the battery or charger.
10. Electrolytes inside the battery are highly corrosive. In case of accidental contact
of any electrolytes with your skin or eyes, rinse immediately with water for at least
15 minutes and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
11. Do not use the battery if it has been involved in a crash or heavy impact.
12. Do not heat the battery and never put the battery in a microwave oven or in a
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Disclaimer and Warning
pressurized container.
13. Do not place the battery on a conductive surface (such as a metal desk surface,
eye-glasses, watch, jewelry, etc.)
14. Prevent use of wires or other metal objects that could cause positive and negative short-circuit to the battery.
15. If the battery terminal is dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Otherwise it will
cause a bad battery connection, which may result in energy loss or charging failure.
Battery Charging
1. The battery will automatically stop charging once it is full. Please disconnect the
battery and the charger when fully charged.
2. Do not attach the batteries to a wall outlet or car charger socket directly. Always
use a ZHIYUN approved adapter for charging. ZHIYUN takes no responsibility if
the battery is charged using a non-ZHIYUN charger.
3. Do not put the battery and charger near flammable materials or on flammable
surfaces (such as carpet or wood). Never leave the battery unattended during
charging to prevent any accident.
4. Do not charge the battery immediately after use, because the battery temperature may be too high. Do not charge the battery until it cools down to normal
room temperature. Charging the battery with its temperature over 45°C or lower
than 0°C may lead to leakage, overheating, or damage.
5. Examine the charger before use, make sure there is no damage to the enclosure, cord, plug, or other parts. Never use a damaged charger. Do not clean the
charger with any liquid containing alcohol or other flammable solvents. Disconnect the charger when not in use.
Battery Storage
1. Keep batteries out of the reach of children and pets.
2. Do not leave the battery near heat sources such as a furnace or heater, or inside of a vehicle on hot days. Never expose the battery in any environment with
temperature of over 60°C. The ideal storage temperature is 22°C-28°C.
3. Store batteries in a dry environment.
4. Do not leave the battery unused for too long after it has been completely discharged to prevent over-discharge of battery which may result in battery damage and permanent failure.
Battery Maintenance
1. Do not over-charge or over-discharge the battery, which will damage the battery.
2. The battery performance will be affected for not being used for a long time;
3. Never use the battery when the temperature is too high or too low.
4. Do not store the battery in any environment with a temperature of over 60°C.
Battery Disposal
1. Please fully discharge the battery before putting it in the designated recycling
bin. Batteries contain hazardous constituents and it is forbidden to put the battery in general waste bin. For related details please abide by the local laws and
regulations on battery recycling and disposal.
2. If the battery cannot be fully discharged, never put it in battery recycling bin.
Please contact battery recycling companies for a proper solution.
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Warranty Terms
Warranty Period
1. Customers are entitled to replacement or free repair service in case of quality defect(s) found in the product within 15 days upon receipt of the product.
2. Customers are entitled to free repair service from ZHIYUN for any product proven
defective in material or workmanship that results in product failure during normal
consumer usage and conditions within the valid warranty period, which is 12 months
counting from the date of selling.
3. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above warranty term may not apply to you.
Exceptions
1. Products subjected to unauthorized repair, misuse, collision, neglect, mishandling,
soaking, accident, and unauthorized alteration.
2. Products subjected to improper use or whose labels or security tags have been torn
off or altered.
3. Products whose warranty has expired.
4. Products damaged due to force majeure, such as fire, flood, lightening, etc.
Warranty Claim Procedure
1. If failure or any problem occurs to your product after purchase, please contact a
local agent for assistant, or you can always contact ZHIYUN’s customer service
through email at service@zhiyun-tech.com or website at www.zhiyun-tech.com.
2. Your local agent or ZHIYUN’s customer service will guide you through the whole
service procedure regarding any product issue or problem you have encountered.
ZHIYUN reserves the right to reexamine damaged or returned products.
Customer information
Customer Name : Contact No :
Address :
Sales Information
Sales Date : Prod. Serial No :
Dealer :
Contact No :
#1 Maintenance Record
Service Date : Signature of Repairman :
Cause of Problem :
Service Result : □Solved □Unsolved □Refunded
(Replaced)
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