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- Page 2 CRANE 3S U se r Gu id e...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Buttons Description ········································································12 Motor Torque Adjustment ································································13 Operation Mode Description ···························································13 TransMount 3S EasySling Handle Installation and Detachment ··········16 TransMount CRANE 3S SmartSling Handle Installation and Detachment ···················································································17 Extension Arm Installation and Detachment ······································18 Manual Angle Lock ·········································································20 APP Operations... - Page 4 Download APP ···············································································21 How to Connect Stabilizer to Smartphone ·······································21 Overview of the Main Functions ·······················································21 Calibration and Firmware Upgrade ■ When do you need to calibrate the stabilizer? ··································22 Initialization Method ·········································································22 Six-side Calibration ·········································································22 Motor Fine-tuning ··········································································23 Stabilizer Firmware Update ······························································24 Product Specifications ■...
- Page 5 Wrench x 3 Sling Handle Adapter TransMount 3S TransMount CRANE 3S Base x 1 EasySling Handle x 1 SmartSling Handle x 1 ❶ CRANE 3S-E Package contains TransMount 3S EasySling Handle. ❷ CRANE 3S Package contains TransMount CRANE 3S SmartSling Handle.
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Page 6: Get To Know Crane 3S
Get to Know CRANE 3S Get to Know CRANE 3S 1. Tilt Axis Thumb Screw 20. Tripod 2. Type-C Camera Control Port 21.1/4” Extension Screw Hole 3. Quick Release Plate Base Latch 22. Extension Arm Mounting Base 4. Quick Release Plate Safety Lock 23. -
Page 7: Port Introduction
Get to Know CRANE 3S Port Introduction Port Type Function Output Input Type-C Camera Control Port Camera control 5V1A TransMount CRANE 3S Servo Zoom Zoom/Focus Motor Port 8.7V2A & Focus Motors connection TransMount PowerPlus Battery Pack DC-IN Charging Port 9.8-25.2V... -
Page 8: Preparing And Charging The Batteries
Preparing and Charging the Batteries When using CRANE 3S 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 Batteries Description... -
Page 9: Charging Procedure
① Please use a 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 three high-discharge-rate ZHIYUN batteries. Use only ZHIYUN batteries or ZHIYUN-approved batteries. -
Page 10: Installation And Balance Adjustment
Installation and Balance Adjustment 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. Battery Installation Unlock the battery compartment and remove the battery cover, then insert 3 18650 batteries in the right direction (positive/negative end). - Page 11 Installation and Balance Adjustment ② The axis latches on the stabilizer feature three locking stages: unlocked stage, semi- locked stage, locked stage. Set the latches to unlocked stage when using the stabilizer. During setup, storage and transportation of the stabilizer, users can choose to set the latches to semi-locked stage or locked stage according to their needs.
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Page 12: Control Cable Connection
Installation and Balance Adjustment The 1/4” screw and 3/8” screw are mounted on the quick release plate by default. It’s recommended to tighten the two screws when mounting a cinema camera, and 1/4” screw when mounting a DSLR or mirrorless camera. Lens Support 1/4”... - Page 13 × Zoom How to select camera brand: Method 1: Enter CRANE 3S page in ZY Play, and find “Camera Brand” in “Settings” in the upper-right corner, then select the corresponding camera brand consistent with the product used. Method 2: When connecting with a SmartSling Handle, you can find “camera” in the menu and select the corresponding camera brand consistent with the product used.
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Page 14: Balance Adjustment
Installation and Balance Adjustment Balance Adjustment To facilitate the adjustment procedure, we recommend locking the three axes before the adjustment and unlock and adjust them one by one. 1. Unlock the tilt axis and 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 below). - Page 15 Installation and Balance Adjustment 3. Unlock the roll axis, and slightly loosen the roll axis thumb screw under the quick release plate, push the camera to move left or right until the camera can stay still and horizontal to the ground. Complete this step by tightening up thumb screw. 4.
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Page 16: How To Use
• Half press to enable automatic zoom function of the camera. * For installation method of TransMount CRANE 3S Servo Focus Motor, please check instruction that comes with it. Note: ①When powering on the stabilizer, please hold the camera with one hand in case of malfunctioned rotation. -
Page 17: Motor Torque Adjustment
Motor torque level can be adjusted in the following ways: 1. Enter corresponding product page of CRANE 3S in ZY Play and then select motor torque level according to your needs in Setting in the top right corner 2. - Page 18 How to Use Tilt Axis 俯仰轴 Roll Axis 横滚轴 Pan Axis 航向轴 Locking Mode (L): Single press 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.
- Page 19 How to Use Tilt Axis Roll Axis Pan Axis Vortex Mode (V): Double press POV 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.
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Page 20: Transmount 3S Easysling Handle Installation And Detachment
How to Use Tilt Axis Roll Axis Pan Axis GO Mode (GO): Press and hold POV 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. TransMount 3S EasySling Handle Installation and Detachment 1. -
Page 21: Detachment
① Users can mount SmartSling Handle on battery compartment for fast switch between upright mode and compartment for fast switch between upright mode and Underslung mode. Underslung mode. ② SmartSling Handle is provided in CRANE 3S ② EasySling Handle is provided in CRANE 3S-E Package. Package. -
Page 22: Extension Arm Installation And Detachment
How to Use Extension Arm Installation and Detachment 1. Remove 4 M3 screws on horizontal arm of stabilizer with M2.5 wrench. 2. Remove wire cover set screws with M1.3 wrench. 3. Pull out the tilt axis motor and wire cover (Be careful not to break or damage the wires inside). - Page 23 How to Use Please follow the steps below when detaching the extension arm: ① remove the 8 M3 screws on extension arm with M2.5 wrench; ② remove wire cover set screws with M1.3 wrench; ③ pull out tilt axis motor; ④ Remove wire cover and rubber cover;...
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Page 24: Manual Angle Lock
How to Use 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. -
Page 25: App Operations
1. Power on the stabilizer and connect the stabilizer with your camera with a camera control cable. Turn on your phone Bluetooth. 2. Open “ZY Play” and choose the corresponding product page for CRANE 3S. Tap “Connect” to connect with the stabilizer via the corresponding Bluetooth name. -
Page 26: Calibration And Firmware Upgrade
Power on the stabilizer and turn it to standby mode. Connect the USB port on the stabilizer with a computer via a Type-C USB cable. Launch Zhiyun Gimbal Tools, click "open" on the top and click "calibration" on the bottom. Please conduct the process according to the following steps. -
Page 27: Motor Fine-Tuning
Calibration and Firmware Upgrade 3. Six-side calibration via OLED display guide: Connect the stabilizer with SmartSling Handle, power on the stabilizer and enter standby mode, then press menu and rotate the dial to "calibration" option. Single press Right to confirm the selection, and single press "yes" to start. Conduct the steps appearing on the stabilizer display screen. -
Page 28: Stabilizer Firmware Update
2. Install the downloaded driver. 3. Power on the stabilizer and enter standby mode. 4. Launch "Zhiyun Gimbal Tools", then conduct firmware update according to the operations in the firmware update tutorial. Method 2: Update via APP. According to the method introduced in "APP Operations", connect the stabilizer to APP. -
Page 29: Product Specifications
In addition, the lower the temperature, the longer the charging will take. All the data in this guide is gathered from internal experiments of ZHIYUN laboratories. Under different scenarios, data is different to some extent. Please refer to the actual use... -
Page 30: Disclaimer And Warning
2. Make sure the rotation of the gimbal axes is not blocked by external force when CRANE 3S is turned on. 3. CRANE 3S is not waterproof. Prevent contacts of any kind of liquid or cleaner with CRANE 3S. It is recommended to use dry cloth for cleaning. - Page 31 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.
- Page 32 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.
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Page 33: Warranty Terms
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. -
Page 34: Contact Card
Contact Card Website Weibo Vimeo Google+ Facebook Facebook (Zhiyun Support) (Zhiyun Tech) Youku Youtube Wechat Instagram... - Page 35 CertificateofQuality This product is confirmed to meet quality standards and permitted for sale after strict inspection. QC Inspector: Please download the latest version from www.zhiyun-tech.com This document is subject to change without notice. ZHIYUN is a trademark of ZHISHEN. All other trademarks cited herein are the property of their respective owners.
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My camera has dimensions: length 24 cm, height 18 cm, width 13 cm. Does it fit in the Zhiyun Crane 3S?
Yes, a camera with dimensions 24 cm (length), 18 cm (height), and 13 cm (width) can fit in the Zhiyun Crane 3S. The Crane 3S is designed to support small to mid-sized digital cinema cameras and larger DSLR/mirrorless setups. It includes an extension arm bracket to support longer cameras, and its 55° tilted roll axis offers more clearance. These design features accommodate larger camera bodies like the one described.
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