Z15 Manual
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1. ccccsccsccccccscceccccccscceccecccsccecceccceccecceccecceecs 15 VIDEO SIGNAL TRANSMISSION ccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccecceecs 17 GIMBAL CONTROLLER WIRING cssccccescccccsccccansccccnsccccessccccsscccccsscccssscccessccccessccess 18 WORKING MODES HDMI AUX2 AUX3 SWITCH SETUP eee 20 ASSISTAN D t aaa NG SG ge sa eoru oTi pes Pee NI TG evi KB NA 22 ji ct teneur ddp Mem t UIT ME RS 25 APPEND P MNT DD TDI TDI A BS a E BA A a EA 27 TSPIBOT SOLUTION os iie coru ad aan kaa EN asia a a suu Na eom ca LI cec IE an SN a aa 27 2 PALOT viel e E 28 29 GIMBAL LED INBICATOR 2 telae ire aaa gag aaa 30 GIMBAL LABEL DESCRIPTION dioe aa aa aa ka a desee ped KG obo Enea yo ANAA EN NG QUT aad epa Patres RN KAN NAN AA NA 30 TROUBLE SHOOTING IN eux pl a NAK A es e Er BAE BN ING Ta NK KA WENG 31 SPECIFICATIONS aaa SE aa DE Ota GG a RAK Da a a BG PA AA Ban BG UE Dr E SEG E ABG DUAL 32 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 6 Matters Need Attention For safety reasons please pay serious attention to all following items Ensure nothing blocks the servo driver module rot2. Choose one 2 position switch channel as camera shutter control switch SHUT and one as switch AUX1 Connect the receiver to GCU and Autopilot System MC correctly 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 27 2 Pilot Solution Gimbal Control ZENMLIBE Aircraft Control 2 Position Switch Rx1 2 Position Switch 2 Position Switch RC Receiver JR 8 Channel 8 Channel RC Receiver Futaba Hitec EAE S Bus Receiver Futaba EET MAIN CONTROLLER MULTI ROTOR Rx2 RC Receiver Eos JR 8 Channel 5 Receiver 2 Futaba Hitec 8 Channel Aff ee ee ee ee RC Receiver JR 8 Channel RC Receiver 7 Futaba Hitec 8 Channel Prepare 2 TXs and 2 RXs TX1 and RX1 are for gimbal control TX2 and RX2 are for aircraft control Please refer to Gimbal Controller Wiring for more details 02012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved ACE ONE ACE Waypoint 28 Port Description Gimbal Controller ROLL TITL PAN MODE SHUT AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 XT60 G6 G8 gt m Gimbal HDMI AV Port Motor Command Input Port 8 Pin Cable Port For roll axis control For tilt axis control For pan axis control For Working Mode switch For camera shutter control For HDMI switch For Gimbal orientation down or forward switch in FPV M
3. For Z15 N make sure the infrared signal emission unit is aligned to the remote sensor For Z15 G connect the camera shutter control cable to the camera Notices 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 15 e When disconnect the cable between HDMI AV module and camera dismount the camera and unplug the HDMI AV interface e Z15 N Make sure the infrared signal emission unit is aligned to the remote sensor Shutter Control Z15 enables transforming TX command into shutter control signal please set one 2 position switch channel for remote shutter control For Z15 N set the as Remote Cdr in Menu and make sure the shutter control module is correctly mounted and wired For Z15 G make sure camera shutter control cable is correctly wired Whichever 2 position switch on your transmitter selected wire the right channel of receiver to SHUT port One switch toggle is for one shooting For example toggle twice will achieve two shootings Position 1 Position 2 First shooting Position 2 gt Position 1 Second shooting Notices e Set the camera of Z15 G to Manual Video the shutter can be used to record video One toggle is for start stop recording e The video recording of Z15 N is available by setting the AUX3 channel of the GCU Please refer to the AUX3 Switch Setup for details Tips Oo Following diagram shows how the shutter control works e If the shutter control works abnormal
4. Mechanical amp Electrical Characteristics Working Current Operating Temperature Weight Dimensions Frame Dimensions For Camera Inside 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved e Static current 200mA 25V e Dynamic current 400mA 25V e Locked rotor current 4A 25V 10 C 50 C e Z15 N 1 25Kg e Z15 G 1 3Kg 200mm x200mm x230mm e Z15 N 115mm x75mm e Z15 G 142mm x76mm 32 GCU BEC Output GCU Wireless Video Transmission Power GCU Weight GCU Dimensions Working Performance Load Weight Reference Value Controlled Angle Accuracy Maximum Controlled Rotation Speed Controlled Rotation Range Regulatory Approvals FCC USA IC Canada ROHS EU 02012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 10A 12V 1 12V 300g 64 2 mm x34 1mm x19 5mm 336g Q Sony NEX 5N with Lens and Battery 489g G Panasonic GH2 with Lumix G14 mm F2 5 and Battery 534g G Panasonic with Lumix G20 mm F1 7 and Battery 0 05 Pan axis 130 8 Tilt axis 130 5 Roll axis 30 s Pan axis control 360 continuous rotation Tilt axis control 360 continuous rotation Roll axis control 40 360 mechanic continuous rotation Yes Yes Yes 33
5. e The gimbal center of gravity has been set whose position directly determine gimbal performance Please do not adjust the gimbal center of gravity by yourself e The gimbal is high precision controlled Do not remove any other screws in the gimbal which may result in bad performance or even damage e Do not unplug any cable attaching to the gimbal ports or even change the mechanical structure e Make sure the wiring is correct otherwise may lead to gimbal abnormal work or even out of control 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 14 Camera Wiring Shutter Control Camera Wiring Connect the camera correctly since the gimbal works with a HDMI AV module for converting video signal format and transforming TX signal into shutter control signal Please read the related content according to your product Z15 N or Z15 G Ensure camera is setup first and then follow the procedures to connect camera and gimbal Z15 N d Shutter Control Module Infrared Signal Emission Unit I HDMI AV Module Shutter Remote Sensor Camera Lens HDMI AV Interface Camera Gimbal LED Indicator Camera HDMI Port HDMI AV Module EMMMMMMEME Shutter Camera Shutter Control Cable Camera Lens HDMI AV Interface Camera Gimbal LED Indicator Camera HDMI Port Step1 X Connect the gimbal HDMI AV module to camera HDMI port with a HDMI AV connection cable Step2
6. 24 Test Check Before Flight Notices e Gimbal is installed firmly to bi pod and camera mounted correctly and stably e All cables are in correct connection without anyone in backwards e Gimbal video power cable is in good soldered condition if wireless video transmission module used e Correct TX settings e Camera shutter control module is correctly mounted e Correct camera setups e Correct connection between GCU and RC receiver e Normal connection between GCU and autopilot system e Upgrade Autopilot System MC Firmware Tips e Gimbal LED flashing red quickly when camera and gimbal connection fails e Gimbal LED stays solid green when camera and gimbal is successful connection e Please turn to Trouble Shooting in Appendix if abnormal situation occurs Step1 Ensure batteries are fully charged for transmitter GCU and all the other devices on your aircraft Step2 Make sure all connections and wirings are in good condition Step3 Switch on the TX Step4 Power on gimbal and wait for self testing whose three axes will rotate quickly at the same time Step5 After self testing camera lens will point to aircraft nose direction that is the three axes of gimbal should be in the condition as the following diagram shows Step6 Gimbal goes into initialization at this time the three axes will rotate very slowly Step7 Gimbal is at a standstill after initialization and ready for usage Step8 Toggle the Working Mod
7. ZI Da 1 I Motor Command Port To GCU G6 Damping Unit Port of 8 Pin Cable To GCU G8 Servo Driver Module 3 HDMI AV Port Servo Driver Module 2 Cameral Mount Position Hot Shoe Camera Mount Screw hole Shutter Control 40 X360 mechanic continuous rotation Gimbal LED Indicator HDMI AV Module IMU Module Servo Driver Module Port X360 continuous rotation Tilt Motor Command Input Port Encoder Private Port 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 9 Camera Setup Configure your camera by following the settings meeting the requirements of Z15 Please read the related content according to your product Z15 N 215 9 Sony NEX 5N 7 Shot Mode Manual Exposure M Setup Lens Comp Shading Lens Comp Chro Aber Off Camera Brightness Color Drive Mode Remote iso Notice Auto AF MF Select MF White Balance Not use Auto Shutter Aperture 1 60 F3 5 Lens Comp Distortion Off HDMI Resolution 1080 Please set Shot Mode as Manual Exposure M Shutter Value 1 15 1 80 is recommended not set it bellow 1 80 like 1 120 e Aperture According to exposure degree e Drive Mode Set as Remote Cdr so that camera shutter can be controlled by TX e AF MF Select Select MF otherwise output image would be flashing e ISO Please fix a certain value instead of automatically e Wh
8. channels Battery Connect the XT60 to the GIMBAL on the center frame if S800 used Attention that S800 power supply voltage should be within the defined limits 6S when using one battery for both S800 and Gimbal power supply Please refer to 5800 User Manual for details Gimbal Controller GCU WKM ACE ONE ACE Waypoint M ake sure ports are accessible when installing MC so as to facilitate wiring and software configuration Please reler lo WKM ACE ONE In 3 pin ports pins near the nicks are signal pins ACE Waypoint User Manual for all 6 pin cable for G6 8 pin cable for G8 connection and configuration details DO NOT cover the heat sinks keep them unobstructed The IMU module is NOT water proof or oil proof RC Receiver These are example connections Prepare 2 TXs one is for gimbal control the other one for aircraft control refer to 2 Pilots Solution for more detail in Appendix If one receiver is used for aircraft and gimbal control at the same time refer to 1 Pilot Solution for detail in Appendix Setup Aileron Elevator Rudder channels on gimbal control TX Command stick stands for gimbal rotation velocity center position is for 0 endpoint for maximum velocity both clockwise and counter clockwise directions End Point is 10096 Choose one 3 position switch channel Z15 working modes switch MODE Choose one 2 position switch channel As camera shutter control switch SHUT one for HDMI s
9. Gimbal from the power cable otherwise it may lead to the short circuit of the Gimbal 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 7 Gimbal Description Notices e Ensure nothing blocks the servo driver module rotation to avoid motor damage e Clear obstacle at once if the rotating gimbal is blocked Tips e Servo driver module is with two motor command input ports and one encoder private port e HDMI AV module converts HDMI video signal to AV video signal with a cable connecting to camera HDMI port also transforms TX signal into shutter control signal with a shutter control module e Z15 N Shutter control module is for camera shutter control using an infrared signal emission head e Please read the related content according to your product Z15 N Z15 G Z15 N Mounting Bracket Motor Command Input Port To GCU G6 Servo Driver Module 1 Port of 8 Pin Cable To GCU G8 Servo Driver Module 3 HDMI AV Port Cameral Mount Position Lens Retaining Ring Lens Retaining Ring Shim Camera Mount Screw hole Shutter Control Module 40 360 mechanic HDMI AV Module continuous rotation Gimbal LED Indicator IMU Module Servo Driver Module Port 360 continuous rotation LEN Motor Command Input Port Encoder Private Port 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 8 Z15 G Pan dt 360 continuous rotation Mounting Bracket Servo Driver Module 1 fi H a IN H
10. PM receiver is used it should be connected to AUXS port Following table shows the corresponding relationship between the GCU and the S Bus PPM channels S Bus PPM Channels GCU Channel 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 4 O d aA N A ROLL TILT PAN MODE SHUT AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 19 Working Modes HDMI AUX2 AUX3 Switch Setup Gimbal Working Mode Switch Set Whichever 3 position switch selected as working mode switch wire the right channel of receiver to port At each switch position use end point fine tuning set the channel AUX2 JR 7 Futaba Hitec for the three Working modes Orientation locked Mode channel end point 60 90 FPV Mode Reset back to center Non orientation locked Mode channel end point 60 90 Notices e The gimbal will work in Orientation locked Mode if not connect to MODE e Gimbal default works in FPV Mode after power on e The gimbal will maintain the Working Mode from last moment if the cable between and RC receiver is disconnecting while working Tips e For 3 position switch you may assign Position 1 to Non orientation locked ON APA Position 2 to FPV Mode Reset Position 3 to Orientation locked Position 1 and Position 3 can be reverse assigned e One 2 position switch can be assigned for any two of the working modes as you like HDMI AV module can be set on off by TX Please ensure camera HDMI port is connected to gimbal correctly Whichever 2 position switch se
11. V GND Cable Ensure the 12V power is safe for you own device when using other power cable o Make sure the wireless video transmission module current consumption does not exceed 14A to prevent GCU from damage Tips e Following diagram shows how video signal transit when gimbal working e If video signal access fails please check each step Camera Gimbal HDMI signal AV signal AV signal HDMI AV module HDMI AV cable Gimbal Video Power Cable 8 Pins cable Wireless video Wireless video transmission transmission AV signal module Wireless signal module Ground end 5 8G 2 4G 1 Air end Self prepared by user 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 17 Gimbal Controller Wiring GCU Wiring WKM USB Port ACE ONE RC Receiver PC connection for configuration and m ACE Waypoint Aircraft control firmware upgrades with an USB cable Any spare CAN port on DJI autopilot system Battery 4S 12S 2 Position Switch 2 Position Switch 2 Position Switch RC Receiver JR i 8 Channel ZENMMUSE Wireless Video iuh Transition Module Air End We Sinks 8 Channel RC Receiver Futaba S Bus S Bus Receiver Futaba 777 Turn to next page to obtain the correspondence between the Ensure the side with copper contacts is GCU channels and S Bus PPM facing upward towards the heat sinks
12. Zenmuse Z15 User Manual V1 9 2012 11 19 Revision ZENMLIBE www dji innovations com 2012 Dul Innovations All Rights Reserved 1 Warning amp Disclaimer No adjusting or amending is allowed to Z15 Z15 is specialized for Camera and Lens before it leaves the factory Please mount your camera to Z15 when get it No adjusting or amending is allowed to Z15 Do not modify or add any other component device such as filter lens hood etc to the camera make sure to use the original battery otherwise it may ends up with worse performance or even internal malfunction Z15 can only work with Autopilot system specified by DJI Innovations Ace One Ace WayPoint WooKong M so as to ensure the highest stability and precision Please download the corresponding assistant software and upgrade the autopilot system MC firmware otherwise may lead the Z15 work abnormally Make sure the Autopilot system operates in the safest manner when the main power battery is connected We strongly recommend customers to remove all propellers use power supply from R C system or flight pack battery and keep children away during gimbal calibration and parameter setup Please strictly follow these steps to mount and connect gimbal on 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 incl
13. ation to avoid motor damage Camera s HDMI resolution should be set to 1080i Ensure to mount the side of servo driver module1 without ports to the aircraft nose direction The gimbal center of gravity has been set whose position directly determine gimbal performance Please do not adjust the gimbal center of gravity by yourself The gimbal is a high precision control device Do not remove any other screws in the gimbal which may result in bad performance or even damage Do not unplug any cable attaching to the gimbal ports or even change the mechanical structure Make sure all wiring is correct otherwise may lead to gimbal abnormal work or even out of control Make sure to connect Video Transmission Unit to gimbal controller before power on the system The standard gimbal video power cable is recommended Make sure you solder the gimbal video power cable to the wireless video transmission unit correctly to avoid the 12V power burn the gimbal or your own device And ensure the cables are insulated to prevent from short circuit Ensure the 12V power is safe for you own device when other power cable is used Make sure the wireless video transmission module current consumption does not exceed 1A to prevent GCU from damage Pay attention to that 5800 power supply voltage is within the defined limits 69 when using one battery for both S800 and Gimbal power supply Different camera or lens should use special component Prevent the
14. ent 02012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 2 Product Profile Z15 is an excellent gimbal designed for AP The gimbal has built in slip ring in the mechanical structure preventing wire rod from winding up It also has built in independent IMU module special servos drive module HDMI AV module etc Excellent job can be done by Z15 in any working mode including Orientation locked control Non orientation locked control and FPV Mode Reset Z15 Working Mode Non orientation locked FPV Mode Orientation locked Mode Mode Reset Gimbal pointing stays Gimbal pointing stays Gimbal pointing moves the same as aircraft Gimbal Pointing unchanged when aircraft with aircraft nose direction nose direction when nose moves power up Gimbal Gimbal pointing keeps the Relative angle between Zero relative angle Aircraft Nose same relative angle with gimbal pointing and aircraft between gimbal pointing Relative Angle aircraft nose direction nose direction may change and aircraft nose TX Control Controlled Controlled Not controlled Attitude stability VES ES Vibration Y YES YES Reduction ROLL is locked level in 0 2 3 command stick and Command stick stands for rotate in 2 3 endpoint gimbal rotation velocity Stick command stick stands for Stick Meaning center position is for O its EM rotation angle limited to endpoint is maximum 45 in PAN command velocity stick stands for gimbal
15. es switch on your transmitter and make sure it is working properly Step9 Switch the Working Modes to Non orientation locked FPV Mode Reset Orientation locked respectively and then try to push your sticks lightly in Roll Tilt and Pan to feel if your gimbal moves to the corresponding direction If not go back to Gimbal Working mode Switch Set to correct your settings 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 25 Notices If the gimbal is abnormal unlike the diagram shows after initializing please turn to Trouble Shooting in Appendix 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 26 Appendix 1 Pilot Solution ti 14 Channel 14V 3 Position Switch 2 y4 NNI 3 Position Switch LI ER z Tx aS ELEV e THRO ED MAIN CONTROLLER GEAR MULTI ROTOR Collective Pitch TM and 2012 DJI INNOVATIONS Control Mode Switch MAIN CONTROLLER This is example connection Prepare one 14 channel TX RC receiver for aircraft and gimbal control Setup Aileron Elevator Throttle Rudder channels TX for aircraft roll elevator throttle rudder control and TX AUX for aircraft control modes Please refer to Autopilot System User Manual Choose three 3 position switches for ROLL TILT and PAN rotation control Switch center position is 0 velocity and end positions are maximum velocity Choose one 3 position switch channel as Z15 Working Modes switch MODE
16. has been installed before you use WKM ACE ONE or ACE WAYPOINT STEP2 Please download assistant software Zenmuselnstaller exe from DJI Innovations website STEP3 Double click Zenmuselnstaller exe file and follow the steps to finish installation STEP4 Run Zenmuse Assistant ZENMLIGE 2012 Dajiang Innovations All Rights Reserved WWW dji inn ovations C Connect GCU and PC via USB cable power GCU Disc Disc PAN Disc MEN Disc AUX1 Disc AUX2 Disc 02012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved ROLL For observing gimbal roll rotation TITL For observing gimbal tilt rotation PAN For observing gimbal pan rotation MODE For Working Modes switch H Free orientation locked Reset FPV Mode H Trace Orientation locked SHUT For camera shutter control For HDMI switch AUX2 For Gimbal direction switch down or forward in FPv Mode AUX3 For Z15 N Gimbal video switch ZENMUSE Tools Upgrade For upgrading the gimbal firmware e Language rP Xor English e Help About For version and SN access Gimbal e Basic For Roll Tilt Pan Mode observation e Function For Shutter HDMI AUX2 observation Connection indicator e Blue LED On Disconnected with PC e Green LED On Connected with PC Communication indicator e Blue LED On Without communication e Green LED Blink Communicating with PC Text Description e Mouse over each
17. heck the product version via gt About This includes Hardware ID Software is a 32 digits authorization code for unit function activations We had already filled in the authorization code for your unit after manufacture You might be asking to fill in the new SN in the future if you brought new function upgrades Fill in the SN and then click button If you filled in an invalid SN over 30 times your product will be locked and you have to contact our customer support 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 29 Make sure your setups according to Basic TILT Push the joystick on TX to obtain the stick direction and the gimbal rotation direction If you use the DJI iOSD you may obtain the gimbal attitude information PAN TILT ROLL on the bottom right corner of the display screen The following diagram shows the gimbal rotation direction and the cursor slide direction on assistant PAN axis rotation Cursor gide right left bie m b lt A 4 NM 4 em ono gt AX E 3 Cursor slide right a gan x J Man aC TILT axis rotation P P l Cursor slide left f Cursor slide right Cursor slide left ROLL axis rotation MODE Toggle the 3 position switch the corresponding slider of cursor will turn red 3 Toggle the 2 position switch the corresponding slider of cursor will turn rco na 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved
18. ights Reserved 12 Mount Camera into Gimbal Please read the related content according to your product Z15 N Z15 G Z15 N Retaining Ring Screw Jackscrews and Other Screws Camera Mounting Screw Step4 Mount the camera into the gimbal and tighten the camera mounting screw Step5 Adjust the L Connector and fix the retaining ring screw Step6 Tighten the jackscrews and other screws Quick Twist Screw for Camera Camera Mounting Screw Step4 Mount the camera into the gimbal Step5 Adjust the camera and tighten the camera mounting screw Step6 Tighten the quick twist screw for camera 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 13 Mount Gimbal to Bi pod Following diagram shows mounting gimbal to DJI Innovations S800 bi pod You may mount the gimbal to a bi pod prepared by you referring to the following diagram Screws Mounting Bracket Parallel Micro Camera Gimbal Lens NH X DJI S800 Bi pod wb Step7 Install gimbal to a bi pod with mounting bracket tighten up screws 2 5 8 Head cup screwx8 with appropriate screw glue Notices e Ensure to mount the side of servo driver module1 without ports to the aircraft nose direction e Make sure the top and bottom plates of damping unit stay parallel when mounting preventing the damping units from stretched and distorted e Keep overall balance when mounting in order to make the center of gravity on the red line Z axis
19. ite Balance Please do not set it to auto white balance mode e Lens Comp Set Shading Chro Aber Distortion Off e HDMI Resolution Should be set to 1080i Panasonic GH2 e Please set Shot Mode as Manual Exposure M e MF AFC AFS Select Select MF Using the MOTION PICTURE Mode Menu the REC MODE as AVCHD 1080i 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 10 Tips In the Menu settings the mandatory values are in red italic font while recommended values in blue Notices Flashing image output may occur if not follow the recommended settings 02012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 11 Mount Mount Lens Z15 N Mount Hot Shoe Z15 G Please read the related content according to your product Z15 N or Z15 G For Z15 N please read Mount Lens otherwise read Mount Hot Shoe for Z15 G Mount Lens Z15 N Step1 Step2 Step3 Screw L Connector Jackscrew Camera Retaining Ring Step1 Put retaining ring through lens before mounting onto camera accurate the alignment by matching the mark Step2 Slip the shim between lens and retaining ring fix in but not tighten screws M2 5 5 Screwx2 Step3 The L Connector is active Mount Hot Shoe 715 G Step1 Step2 Step3 Quick Twist Screw for Hot Shoe Hot Shoe Camera Step1 Insert the hot shoe into the camera Step2 Adjust the hot shoe and fix the quick twist screw Step3 Finished 2012 DJI Innovations All R
20. item will display the corresponding content 22 Firmware Upgrade Please strictly follow the operation procedures for firmware upgrade otherwise Z15 might not work properly Step1 Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet Step2 Please close all the other applications during firmware upgrade including anti virus software and firewall Step3 Make sure the power supply is securely connected DO NOT un plug the power supply until firmware upgrade has finished Step4 Connect GCU to PC with a Micro USB cable DO NOT break connection until firmware upgrade has finished Step5 Run Software and wait for connection Step6 Select DJI gt Tools gt Upgrade Step7 DJI Innovations server will check current firmware version and get the latest firmware prepared for the unit Step8 f there is a firmware version more up to date than your current version you will be able to click the button Step9 Wait until Assistant software finishes reading gimbal and GCU Step10 Click and power cycle the unit after at least 5 seconds Notices e After firmware upgrade please re recognize setup using Assistant software e If abnormally read or write close software and power off and then restart software and power up e If it is notified that the network or DJI Innovations server is busy please try again later with above procedures e If firmware upgrade failed please try again with the above procedures Product Information You can c
21. lected as HDMI switch wire the right channel of receiver to port You may assign Position 1 to ON Position 2 to OFF or reverse the assignment position switch Notices The camera HDIM will be on if AUX1 and RC receiver is disconnected 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 20 AUX2 Switch Set Z15 supports to control the camera lens down or forward in Reset Mode Please wire the right channel of receiver to 2 port You may assign Position 1 to DOWN Position 2 to FORWARD or reverse the assignment Notices e This function can only work in FPV Mode Reset e When this function is on if the working mode switch from other modes to FPV Mode Reset the gimbal will force the camera lens to face forward or down depending on AUX2 Switch e The camera orientation is forward while non connection or disconnection Tips When AUX2 is connected to Futaba S Bus channel it is used as the S Bus channel input AUX3 Switch Set Z15 N supports camera video recording Please wire the right channel of receiver to port Every toggle is for start stop recording Notices e Only Z15 N gimbal needs to set the AUX3 channel when using the camera for video recording e Z15 G gimbal controls the camera to record video by setting the camera to Manual Video 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 21 Assistant Install Driver and Software STEP1 Make sure driver is installed correctly which
22. ly please check each step 2 Position Switch Wireless TX Command RC Receiver Gimbal 2 Position Switch Channel 3 Pins Cable HDMI AV Module Internal Cable Camera Shutter Shutter Control Module Shutter Control Signal Infrared Unit Wireless Camera Shutter Control Cable Z15 G 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 16 Video Signal Transmission A wireless video transmission module is necessary for video signal accessing remotely Gimbal Video Power Cable Wireless Video Transmission Module Power Air End Video Signal Len CFT Power Red 1A 12V Video Signal Yellow AV GND Black Step1 Respectively solder the Power Video Signal GND cables to wireless video transmission module Air End Step2 Plug the gimbal video power cable head into the GCU Video Signal Port Notices e Make sure to connect Wireless Video Transmission Unit to GCU first then power on e Set HDMI Resolution 1080i for Z15 N set the REC MODE as AVCHD 10801 using Z15 G otherwise the wireless video transmission module will work abnormally The standard gimbal video power cable is recommended e Make sure you solder the gimbal video power cable to the wireless video transmission unit correctly to avoid the 12V power burn the gimbal or your own device And ensure the cables are insulated to prevent from short circuit Power Cable 1A 12V Video Signal Cable A
23. mera to gimbal EZ Screwx10 Z15 N or Screwx8 Z15 G For mounting gimbal to aircraft 2 5 8 Head cup screwx8 OnlyZ15 N needs For fixing the lens retaining ring M2 5 5 Screwx2 Gimbal Video Power Cablex1 For gimbal controller and Wireless Video Transmission Unit IUD IE connecting transmitting AV signal Micro USB Cablex1 For adjusting parameter and upgrading firmware via PC CAN Bus 1 Use CAN Bus to power and communicate with the autopilot Dm system Spare Packagex1 Damping units Spare Screw and Mounting Bracket Note there are different between Z15 N and Z15 G 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 5 Contents WARNING amp DISCLAIMER 5i roue eee lvo Ee vue Ope asa Eve vo aoo e Y eeu aea E vend oe vae tic venias pe V evo UR E euo e ee DES 2 PRODUCT PROFILE 55 esos codices o edt uso co led ous PEK E E Ges teque qoi ee ep ed tu Ur Oo ee P ADEM GE 3 BOX dur a an a a D a a RA NE EA a 4 CONTENTS debet ed a aa KB a Ed od aa ai 6 MATTERS NEED ATTENTION ga iS Na vena E NG EN KS a Ga a Na a a aaa Gn 7 GIMBAL DESCRIPTION cccsscccccsscccccnsccccencccccsscccccsccccnssccccnscccccsnccccessccccsssccccssccccscess 8 CAMERA SETUP 555555985855 a aa a E BE A PA OQ PENNA 10 DHAN Ta aaa a a a aa Ta a Ba a D a D Ba a Ga Ba a Gaga 12 CAMERA WIRING SHUTTER CONTROL
24. n unit disconnected 2Wrong power supply for wireless video transmission unit 02012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved How to 1 Agjust the TX trims 2 GCU autopilot System 3 Ensure Z15 mounting direction is the same with aircraft nose Please contact local dealer or DJI Innovations customer service Switch to FPV Mode first then to another Working Mode needed 1 Make sure cable connected 2 Please power on camera 3 Set HDMI resolution as 1080i 1 Check the wireless video transmission unit connection 2 Ensure the power supply for wireless video transmission unit is 12V 31 Specifications General Built In Functions Peripheral Supported Camera Supported Lens Currently GCU Input Power Control Requirement Assistant Software System Requirement e Three Working Modes Orientation locked control lt orientation locked control FPV mode Reset e Built in independent IMU module e DJI gimbal special servos drive module e HDMI AV module e Wireless video transmission support e Camera shutter control support e Z15 N video recording control support e Wide range voltage input support e S Bus PPM Receiver support e SONY NEX 5N e SONY NEX 7 e Panasonic GH2 SONY E 16mm f 2 8 SEL16F28 e Panasonic Lumix G14 mm F2 5 Lumix G20 mm F1 7 4S 12S LiPo Recommend 65 if with S800 Four spare receiver channels at least Windows XP SP3 Windows 7
25. ode For Z15 N video recording control To wireless video transmission unit transmitting AV signal To battery To if DJI Innovations S800 used To Gimbal transmitting motor command To Gimbal transmitting video signal S Bus Receiver PPM Receiver Micro B USB port PC connection for configuration and firmware upgrades CAN Bus port Use CAN Bus to connect GCU to the autopilot system To Camera HDMI port To GCU G6 To GCU G8 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved Gimbal LED Indicator Description LED Indicator Camera and gimbal connected IS EL 4 C I5 102423055 amp A uU I Camera and gimbal disconnected 0000000000000000000000 Gimbal Label Description Camera Type Lens Type For example 5 16 ERE Camera Type Lens Type SONY NEX 5N E 16mm f 2 8 SEL16F28 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 30 Trouble Shooting NO What Gimbal keeps drifting 1 after initialization The gimbal is abnormal 2 after initializing Can t distinguish gimbal 3 pointing when using 4 Gimbal LED flashing red Gimbal green LED is on but without video display Why 1 TX trims are too much 2 GCU and autopilot system is disconnected 3 Z15 mounting direction is disaccording to aircraft nose Abnormal calibration after manufacture BVR flight 1 The gimbal and camera disconnected 2 Camera is off 3 Camera setup failure 1 Wireless video transmissio
26. rotation velocity in TILT Command YES YES Linearity Note1 Gimbal pointing means gimbal PAN rotation direction Note2 Attitude stability means that gimbal s ROLL TILT will not follows the aircraft s ROLL PITCH Note3 Gimbal rotating maximum velocity is corresponding to TX 100 end point 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 3 In Box Gimbal x1 the mechanical structure the gimbal has built in slip rings preventing wire rod from winding up which also enables free rotations for the 3 axes rotating rods The gimbal has built in Z15 gimbal special servos drive module independent IMU module and HDMI AV module Gimbal Controller Unit GCU x1 ZENMLIGE Connect the gimbal controller to the autopilot system by CAN bus LP I The GCU will control the gimbal s pan roll and tilt axes rotation T Lens Retaining Ringx1 L Connector lt 1 Z15 N For fixing the camera lens With jackscrew x2 Lens Retaining Ring Shimx1 Z15 N For fastening the camera lens Mounting Bracket x4 Camera Mount Screwx1 For camera mount For gimbal and bi pod connection c Lens Retaining Ring Screwx1 Z15 N For fixing the lens retaining ring to the gimbal 2 Hot Shoe x1 Z15 G For fastening the camera to gimbal 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 4 Quick Twist Screw for Hot Shoe x1 Z15 G For fixing the hot shoe to camera Quick Twist Screw for Camera x1 Z15 G For fixing the ca
27. uding 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 is registered trademark 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 copyrighted by DJI Innovations 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 Innovations No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the product or information contained herein Note1 Upgrade WooKong M firmware to V5 08 or above ACE ONE firmware to V4 02 or above or ACE WayPoint firmware to V4 02 or above Note2 Specified Camera and Lens Type list for Z15 N and Z15 G Items in gray italics font are not yet supported at present 215 715 0 SONY Panasonic Camera Type Supported Lumix G14 mm F2 5 E 16mm f 2 8 SEL16F28 Lumix G20 mm F1 7 Not yet supported Sonnar T E 24mm F1 8 ZA Lumix G 1 2 5 14 ASPH Note3 All diagrams in the manual are for SONY NEX 5N with SEL16F28 unless stated since different camera or lens should use special compon
28. witch AUX1 one for camera lens orientation switch in Reset Mode AUX2 and also one for Z15 N video control switch AUX3 Please refer to WKM ACE ONE ACE Waypoint User Manual for aircraft control setting Connect the receiver to GCU correctly 2012 DJI Innovations All Rights Reserved 18 GCU Ports Indication Following table shows the GCU channels and TX channels connection TX Channels JR Futaba Hitec AILE 1 ELEV 2 RUDD 4 AUX2 7 2 position switch channel 2 position switch channel 2 position switch channel Or Futaba S Bus channel 2 position switch channel Or PPM channel GCU Channels ROLL TILT PAN MODE SHUT AUX1 AUX2 AUXS Indications For roll axis control left right Velocity is zero if disconnection For tilt axis control Velocity is zero if disconnection For pan axis control Velocity is zero if disconnection For Working Mode switch For camera shutter control Off when non connection and disconnection For HDMI AV conversion switch Conversion function is on while non connection or disconnection When AUX2 is connected to a 2 position switch channel it is used as camera orientation down or forward switch in FPV Mode Reset The camera orientation is forward while non connection or disconnection If S Bus receiver is used it should be connected to AUX2 port When AUX is connected to a 2 position switch channel it is used for Z15 N video recording control If P
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