EVOLUTION
User Guide
Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Contents
■Packing List ···················································································· 1
■Disclaimer and Warning ·································································· 2
■Quick Start Guide ··········································································· 7
■Control Panel ·················································································· 8
■How to Start Up ··············································································9
■Preparing and Charging the Batteries ············································· 10
■Introducing Gimbal Control Modes ················································· 11
■Connection Ports & Various Operations ·········································· 12
■Accessorie ······················································································ 15
■Initialization ····················································································· 16
■Off-line Calibration ·········································································· 17
■Product Specifications ···································································· 19
■Warranty Card ················································································ 20
■Contact Card ·················································································· 22
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.
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EVOLUTION 3-Axis
Gimbal Stabilizer
for GoPro
Camera Protection
Sticker for Pan
Axis Motor
Battery
Compartment
Battery Charger 1
1
1
1
Camera Charging
Cable
Micro USB Cable 1
Video Output &
Charging Cable
18650 Li-ion
Battery
1
1
2
Disclaimer and Warning
Thank you for using ZHIYUN EVOLUTION. The information contains herein affects your safety and your legal
rights and responsibilities. Read this entire document carefully to ensure proper configuration before use.
Failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings herein may result in serious injury to you or bystanders,
or damage to your device or property.
ZHIYUN reserves the right of final explanation for this document and all relevant documents relating to
EVOLUTION, and the right to make changes at any time without notice. Please visit www.zhiyun-tech.com for
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 hereunder are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Glossary
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm
when operating this product.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, may incur property damage, grave accident, or
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, may incur property damage and serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, may incur property damage or minor injury.
serious injury.
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Disclaimer and Warning
Reading Tips
Legends: Hints and tips Important.
Warning
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.
Safe Operation Guidelines
CAUTION:
1) EVOLUTION is a high-precision control device. Damage may be caused to EVOLUTION if it is dropped or
subject to external force, and this may result in malfunction.
2) Make sure the rotation of the gimbal axes is not blocked by external force when EVOLUTION is turned on.
3) EVOLUTION is not waterproof. Prevent contacts of any kind of liquid or cleaner with EVOLUTION. It is
recommended to use dry cloth for cleaning.
4) Protect EVOLUTION from dust and sand during use.
NOTICE:
Keep the handle stable when EVOLUTION is powered on, as shaking may cause failure to start up.
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Disclaimer and Warning
Battery Safety Guidelines
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. 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 50 ° C. Use the battery in
environments above 50° C can lead to a fire or explosion. Use of battery below -10° C can 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 pressurized container.
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Disclaimer and Warning
13.Do not place the battery cell on a conductive surface (such as a metal desk surface).
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. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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 40° C or lower than 15° C may lead to leakage, overheating, or damage.
4. 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. Never use the battery when the temperature is too high or too low.
2. Do not store the battery in any environment with a temperature of over 60° C.
Transportation Notice
1. Discharge the battery power to 5% or lower before carrying the battery on an airline flight. Only discharge
the battery in a fireproof location, ideally in a dry and open area.
2. Do not store or transport batteries together with metal objects such as eyeglasses, watch, and jewelries,
etc.
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Disclaimer and Warning
3. Do not transport damaged batteries. When transporting, be sure to discharge the battery to less than
50%.
Battery Disposal
Dispose of the battery in specific recycling boxes only after a complete discharge. Do not put away the
battery in regular trash containers. Strictly follow your local regulations regarding the disposal and recycling of
batteries.
NOTICE
Battery Use
Make sure the batteries are fully charged before each time of use.
Battery Charging
The battery will stop charging automatically when it is full. Disconnect the batteries from the charger when
fully charged.
Battery Storage
1. Discharge the battery to 40%-65% if it will NOT be used for over 10 days. This can greatly extend the
battery life.
2. The battery enters hibernation mode when voltage gets too low. Charge the battery will bring it out of
hibernation.
3. Remove batteries from the stabilizer when not in use and store them in a specialized container.
Battery Disposal
If the battery cannot be fully discharged, do not leave it in the recycling box, but contact a professional
battery disposal/recycling agent for further assistance.
This document is subject to change.
TM
ZHIYUN
is a trademark of ZHISHEN TECH.
Copyright © 2017-2018 ZHISHEN TECH. All rights reserved.
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Quick Start Guide
Get to Know EVOLUTION
Check the product package before use, make sure that all items below have arrived with the product. In case
that any item is found missing, please contact ZHIYUN or your local selling agent.
Battery Level
指示灯
Indicator
电源开关
Power Button
Camera
Mounting
相机卡扣
Bracket
手拧螺钉
Thumb Screw
Camera
相机（需另购）
(purchase separately)
相机充电插口
Camera Charging Port
摇杆
Joystick
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Micro USB接口
Micro USB Port
3.5mm视频输出口
3.5mm Video Output Port
18650 Li-ion Battery
18650锂电池
加长套
Battery Compartment
1/4英寸螺口
1/4" Threaded Hole
Control Panel Introduction
电量指示灯
电源开关
摇杆
Micro USB接口
3.5mm视频输出口
mode
Battery Level Indicator
Power ON/OFF
Joystick
Micro USB Port
3.5mm Video
Output Port
How to Start Up
Control Panel
Battery Level Indicator:
level with different flashing frequency.
Power ON/OFF:
OFF.
Controls the camera movement and
Joystick:
switches between modes.
Micro USB Port:
a computer for firmware upgrade and on-line
calibration.
3.5mm Video Output Port:
video ouput and camera charging.
Indicates current power
Long press 3 sec. to Power ON/
Connect the stabilizer with
Used for real-time
1. Push to mount the camera until it touch against the
tilt axis motor.
NOTICE: Do not power on the stabilizer before the camera is properly mounted.
2. Rotate the Thumb Screws to tighten up the camera
mounting bracket.
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How to Start Up
3. Loosen the end cover, rotate the battery
compartment to the handle, and then install the
two batteries. Tighten up the end cover.
NOTICE: Make sure to tighten the end cover properly after battery installation, or the stabilizer cannot be
turned on.
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4. Single press the Power button. The Battery Level
Indicator blinks for a second and shines solid light
while the stabilizer enters standby mode.
5. Long press the Joystick for about 3 sec. to activate
the stabilizer. Now, your EVOLUTION is ready for
use.
Preparing and Charging the Batteries
Before using EVOLUTION for the first time, please fully charge the batteries to activate and ensure normal
operation by using the charger that comes in the package.
Name: Li-ion battery charger
Model: ZC-18650
Input: DC 5V 1600mA
Output: DC 4.2V 800mA
Shines solid RED light when charging
●
Shines BLUE light when fully charged.
●
18650 Li-ion Battery
Capacity: 2000mAh
Voltage: 3.7V
NOTICE
1. The charger is for charging ZHIYUN's IMR 18650 Li-ion
Battery only. Do not charge batteries of other models or
brands, otherwise it may lead to accident.
2.Usequalified 5V adapter withoutput current of ≥ 800mA
only. Charging time depends on the max. output current of
the adapter.
Please use and charge batteries provided or approved by
ZHIYUN only. ZHIYUN will not take any responsibility for
explosion, fire and/or accidents caused by non-ZHIYUN
batteries.
Status Indicator Light
Micro USB Port (5V
power input)
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Introducing Gimbal Control Modes
Mode switch:
Pan
Following
Mode
Double Press MODE
Single Press MODE
Single Press MODE
Single Press MODE
Double Press MODE
Locking
Mode
Single Press MODE
Following
Mode Switch Schematic Figure
Tilt Axis Tilt Axis Tilt Axis
Roll Axis Roll Axis Roll Axis
Pan Axis Pan Axis Pan Axis
The stabilizer enters Pan Following Mode by default each
time when powered on. Switch into Locking Mode by single
pressing on the Joystick. Double press the Joystick to enter
the Following mode. Single press the Joystick under the
Following Mode will return to the previous mode.
Mode
Pan Following Mode:
camera pans left/right following
The
the movement of the stabilizer
while the tilt and roll axes are
locked. Push the joystick up/down
allows manual control of the tilt
axis.
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Locking Mode:
movement of all three axes to
This mode locks
keep the camera still and stable.
Push the joystick up/down and
left/right allows manual control of
the tilt axis and pan axis.
Following Mode:
pans and tilts following the
The camera
movement of the stabilizer.
Push the joystick left/right allows
manual control of the roll axis.
Connection Ports & Various Operations
Micro USB Port
1. Connect the stabilizer to your computer using the Micro USB
cable for firmware upgrade and on-line calibration.
2. Connect the stabilizer to a specialized wired remote
commander.
NOTICE
This port cannot be used for charging.
Firmware Upgrade
1. Visit ZHIYUN's official website:
www.zhiyun-tech.com.
2. Click to open the "Downloads" page, and find
the Firmware Upgrade Tutorial package.
3. Download the driver, calibration tool and latest
firmware corresponding to your stabilizer.
4. Upgrade firmware following the instructions
indicated in the Firmware Upgrade Tutorial.
NOTICE: Make sure batteries are installed during
upgrade.
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Connection Ports & Various Operations
AV数据
GND
相机充电线 视频输出及充电线
GND
NC
+5V
GND
AV
ID+5V
Battery Level Indicator
Definition of Battery Level Indicator Status
Indicator Status Battery Level
Quick flash 4 times 76%-100%
Quick flash 3 times 51%-75%
Quick flash 2 times 26%-50%
Quick flash 1 time 1%-25%
Main Operations
AV Data
Camera Charging Cable
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Video Output and
Charging Cable
Connection Ports & Various Operations
A. Camera Charging: Users can charge the camera by connecting it with the stabilizer via the charging cable.
B. Video Output (for real-time display monitor)
1) Power up the stabilizer and connect the stabilizer with the camera using the Video Output & Charging
Cable.
2) Connect the stabilizer with a display screen using a 3.5mm Video Output Cable (purchase separately).
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Accessorie
UP
DOWN
MODE
Remote Control
1. Application: For wired remote control of EVOLUTION.
2. Connection: Connect to the Micro USB port of the stabilizer.
3. Button Operations:
MODE - Switches between the three Gimbal Control Modes.
UP & DOWN - Command the Tilt Axis to tilt up/down in Pan
Following & Locking Modes; Command the Roll Axis to roll left/
right in Following Mode.
NOTICE
The remote control is not included in product package, please
purchase separately.
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Initialization
Initializing the Stabilizer
Initialize the stabilizer when any of the following circumstances occurs:
a)Slight deviation is found in the tilt angle of the camera in level position after startup.
b)Slight deviation is found in the roll angle of the camera in level position after startup.
c)Frequent small angle correction is found when the camera is in level position while the
stabilizer stays still.
Initialization Procedure
1. Install the batteries and camera properly.
2. Put the stabilizer still on a table surface in random
pose.
3. Power on the stabilizer, wait for about 15 sec.,
and the stabilizer will automatically complete
initialization.
If slight deviation can still be found after initialization, repeat the procedure above to initialize again.
Off-line Calibration
Calibrate the stabilizer when any of the following circumstances occurs:
1. Deviation is found in the balancing of the camera even after initialization.
2. The stabilizer has not been used for a long time.
3. The stabilizer is exposed to severe temperature change (Calibration is required, as excessive temperature
differences in operation environments may affect various parameter indexes of the inner part of the built-in
gyroscope).
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Off-line Calibration
Calibration Procedure
1. Power up the stabilizer. The
Battery Level Indicator lights up
in solid BLUE and then starts
flashing as the stabilizer enters
standby mode.
4. Lay the stabilizer still on a
surface with the Tilt Axis Motor
facing down, until the Indicator
starts flashing 2 times each
second.
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2. Push the Joystick up for one 1
sec. until the Indicator shines
solid BLUE.
5. Lay the stabilizer still on a
surface with the Tilt Axis Motor
facing up, until the Indicator
starts flashing 3 times each
second.
3. Push the Joystick down for one
1 sec. until the Indicator starts
flashing (once each second).
Now, it is ready for calibration.
6. Lay the stabilizer still on a
surface with the Mobile Clamp
facing down, until the Indicator
starts flashing 4 times each
second.
Off-line Calibration
7. Lay the stabilizer still on a
surface with the Mobile Clamp
facing up, until the Indicator
starts flashing 5 times each
second.
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8. Lay the stabilizer still on a
surface with the Mobile Clamp
facing forward, until the
Indicator starts flashing 6 times
each second.
Parameter Specifications
95
31
42.7
9. Lay the stabilizer still on a surface
with the Mobile Clamp facing
backward, until the Indicator
shines solid BLUE. Calibration
complete!
Unit：mm
Supported max. camera size:
单位：mm
42.7 x 31mm(1.7 x 1.2 inch)
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Product Specifications
Specifications
Min Standard Max Remarks
Input Vol 6.8V 12.6V
Operation Current 50mA 80mA 3000mA
Operation Temperature -10° C 25° C 45° C
Battery Runtime 11h 13h 15h
Weight 310g Excluding batteries
Tilt Angle Range 320° Handle in Vertical
Roll Angle Range 270°
Pan Angle Range 320° Handle in Vertical
Payload 160g
Tested under static
operation after proper
balancing
Excluding batteries
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Warranty Card
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 delivery.
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.
This warranty does not apply to the followings
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, lightning, 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.
3. ZHIYUN reserves the right to reexamine damaged or returned products.
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Warranty Card
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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Certificate of Quality
This product is confirmed to meet quality standards and
permitted for sale after strict inspection.
QC Inspector:
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