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v1.0
2022.06

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  • Page 1 User Manual v1.0 2022.06...

  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    DJI official website (https://www.dji.com/rs-3-pro). Read the safety guidelines to understand your legal rights and responsibilities. If you have any questions or problems during the installation, maintenance, or use of this product, contact DJI or a DJI authorized dealer. Download the Ronin App and Watch the Tutorial Videos Ronin App iOS 11.0 or above...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using this Manual Legend Before You Begin Download the Ronin App and Watch the Tutorial Videos Introduction DJI RS 3 Pro Diagram Using For The First Time Charging the Battery Attaching the Extended Grip/Tripod Activation Firmware Update Mounting the Camera...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    DJI Ronin Image Transmitter mounted, users can shoot smooth footage while automatically tracking a subject with ActiveTrack Pro. RS 3 Pro uses the DJI LiDAR Range Finder (RS) and DJI RS Focus Motor (2022) to enable autofocus with manual lenses.

  • Page 5: Dji Rs 3 Pro Diagram

    DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual DJI RS 3 Pro Diagram Upper/Lower Quick-Release Plate 15. RSS Camera Control Port (USB-C) 1.8-inch OLED Full-Color 16. Focus Motor Port (USB-C) Touchscreen 17. Video Transmission/LiDAR Range Finder Joystick Port (USB-C) Camera Control Button 18.

  • Page 6: Using For The First Time

    DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Using For The First Time Charging the Battery Before using for the first time, charge the battery grip through the power port using a charging cable (included) and a USB adapter (not included). It is recommended to use a USB adapter with QC 2.0 and PD protocol (max.

  • Page 7: Activation

    Activation Activation is required for DJI RS 3 Pro through the Ronin app. Follow the steps below to activate RS 3 Pro: 1. Press and hold the power button to power on RS 3 Pro, and select the language on the touchscreen.

  • Page 8: Mounting The Camera

    (https://www.dji.com/support/compatibility) for the most updated Ronin Series Compatibility List. Mounting a Camera Make sure to prepare the camera before mounting it to DJI RS 3 Pro. Remove the lens cap and check that the battery and memory card are inserted in the camera.
  • Page 9 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual 2. Attach the Lower Quick-Release Plate and Lens-Fastening Support Toggle the lever on the lower quick-release plate to the unlocked position , then insert the camera and toggle the lever to the locked position after it is engaged.
  • Page 10 4. Connecting a Camera DJI RS 3 Pro supports wireless camera connection using Bluetooth, camera control is available without a cable connection. Swipe down from the top of the touchscreen on the Home screen to enter the Control Center. Tap the Bluetooth icon and tap connect, the gimbal and camera will start to pair.

  • Page 11: Balancing

    To obtain the best performance from DJI RS 3 Pro, proper balancing is essential. Proper balance is critical for shots with DJI RS 3 Pro where fast motion or acceleration is required and also offers longer battery runtimes. There are three axes that need to be properly balanced before powering on DJI RS 3 Pro and setting up the software.
  • Page 12 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual 2. Balancing Depth for the Tilt Axis a. Rotate the tilt axis so that the camera lens is pointing forward. Toggle the lever to the unlocked position b. Check to make sure the camera is not front or back-heavy. If front-heavy, move the camera backward by turning the knob .
  • Page 13 . Toggle the lever on the pan arm to the unlocked position b. While holding the grip, tilt DJI RS 3 Pro forward, and rotate the pan arm until parallel with you. c. Check the movement of the pan axis. If the camera lens rotates to the left, push the pan axis to the right .

  • Page 14: Briefcase Mode

    DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Briefcase Mode The briefcase handle helps to switch to briefcase mode after balancing. The angle of the briefcase handle can be adjusted using the knob. The built-in cold shoe mount and 1/4"-20 mounting hole can connect to external monitors for shooting assistance, making low-angle camera movements more intuitive.

  • Page 15: Operations

    DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Operations Button and Port Functions Power Button Press and hold to power on or off. Press once or twice to enter or exit sleep mode. Gimbal Mode Switch Toggle to switch gimbal mode from PF, PTF, and FPV.
  • Page 16 DJI Video Transmitter, DJI Ronin Image Transmitter, or DJI LiDAR Range Finder. Ronin Series Accessories (RSA)/NATO Ports For connecting the DJI R Focus Wheel, DJI R Twist Grip Dual Handle or the DJI RS Briefcase Handle. Automated Axis Locks The Automated Axis Locks are set to fold and lock when powering on/off and recenter and lock when RS 3 Pro enters/exits sleep mode.

  • Page 17: Touchscreen

    DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Touchscreen Home 3D Roll Fast Camera Status: indicates a camera control cable or Bluetooth is connected. Battery Level: displays the current battery level of the gimbal. Icon indicates the battery is charged with a normal charger. Icon indicates the battery is charged with a quick charger.
  • Page 18 Reverse Dial: the direction of the dial can be set to reverse. M Button: features can be set to screen lock, photo capture or LiDAR AF/MF (switch between auto focus and manual focus with DJI LiDAR Range Finder mounted). ©...
  • Page 19 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Slide Down: Control Center Screen Slide down from the top of the screen to enter the control center screen. Screen Lock Tap the screen lock to lock the touchscreen to avoid unexpected operation. Slide up to unlock the touchscreen after enabling screen lock.
  • Page 20 Timelapse Dolly Zoom In Timelapse, DJI RS 3 Pro triggers the camera to capture still images at the set interval time and will automatically stop when completed. The duration for the Timelapse and the interval time can be set so that DJI RS 3 Pro can calculate the exact number of images required, and the duration of the video can be calculated after the frame rate is set.
  • Page 21 ActiveTrack and Force Mobile are available if the camera view is displayed on the touchscreen and the Ronin app when using the DJI Ronin Image Transmitter. Refer to the DJI LiDAR Range Finder (RS) and DJI Ronin Transmitter user guides for more information.

  • Page 22: Ronin App Settings

    Ronin App Settings The Ronin App contains the features of the touchscreen as well as more features of the gimbal and the DJI Ronin Image Transmitter. The screenshots below are based on the iOS version of the app. Top Bar Sleep/Wake: tap to enter or exit sleep mode.
  • Page 23 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Create Virtual Joystick Use the virtual joystick in the app to control the movement of the gimbal and to shoot. 1. Control Bar: control the speed and smoothness of the gimbal by adjusting the control bar. Speed allows users to adjust the remote-controlled rotational speed.
  • Page 24 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Force Mobile Force Mobile requires the phone holder and a mobile phone mounted on a tripod or handlebar vertically. After enabling this feature in the Ronin app, the gimbal movement can be controlled by tilting and rotating your mobile phone.
  • Page 25 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Panorama Panorama allows users to capture a series of interconnecting still images with precise control based on the sensor type, lens focal length, overlap, and interval. Make sure you have connected the camera and gimbal using the corresponding camera control cable before using Panorama (Bluetooth connection is not supported).
  • Page 26 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Timelapse In Timelapse, DJI RS 3 Pro triggers the camera to capture still images with the set interval time and will automatically stop when completed. The duration for the Timelapse and the frame rate can be set so that DJI RS 3 Pro can calculate the exact number of images required.
  • Page 27 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Track Track is designed to capture video with up to 10 waypoints. Users need to select the waypoint manually by moving the gimbal or using the virtual joystick. Tap + to add a waypoint. The duration and stay time can be set on the waypoint settings screen after a waypoint is added and the position of the waypoint also can be reset.The duration parameter below the grid map indicates how much time it will take for...
  • Page 28 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Gaming Controller PS4 DualShock and Xbox controllers can be used to control the gimbal and camera. After connecting the controller to the mobile device and gimbal, users can control gimbal movements, focus, and zoom, and can record videos, recenter gimbal, and capture photos.
  • Page 29 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Focus Control Drag the white dot to control the focus after mounting the DJI RS focus motor. 0-100 indicates the A and B endpoints of the focus motor. Tap the record button to start/stop recording. Tap the Virtual Joystick icon to control the gimbal movements.
  • Page 30 There are Basic and Advanced menus. Stiffness can be displayed and adjusted in the Basic menu. In addition, Strength can be adjusted in the Advanced menu (do not adjust if not necessary). Tap Auto Tune and DJI RS 3 Pro automatically calculates the result based on the weight of the gimbal setup.
  • Page 31 Endpoint: limits the rotational range of the gimbal by setting the endpoints. The pan axis has a slip-ring, enabling DJI RS 3 Pro to rotate continuously when the endpoints are set to 180°. On the tilt axis, you can set up the endpoints according to your requirements. Some longer lenses may hit the gimbal frame.
  • Page 32 Image Transmission With the DJI Ronin Image Transmission System mounted, tap Connect to RavenEye on the home screen of the Ronin app to use the image transmission feature. Refer to the DJI Ronin Image Transmitter User Guide for details. ©...

  • Page 33: Bg30 Grip And Built-In Battery

    4. DO NOT use non-DJI batteries. Go to www.dji.com to purchase new batteries. DJI takes no responsibility for any damage caused by non-DJI batteries. 5. DO NOT use or charge a swollen, leaky, or damaged grip. If the grip is abnormal, contact DJI or a DJI authorized dealer for further assistance.
  • Page 34 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual 6. The grip should be used in temperatures from -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F). Use of the grip in environments above 50° C (122° F) can lead to a fire or explosion. Use of grip below -10° C (14° F) can lead to permanent damage.
  • Page 35 DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Grip Use 1. Make sure the grip is fully charged before use. 2. If a low-battery warning appears, charge the grip as soon as possible. Grip Charging 1. The grip is designed to stop charging when it is full. It is good practice, however, to monitor the charging progress and disconnect the grip when fully charged.

  • Page 36: Operation Modes

    Maintenance DJI RS 3 Pro is not waterproof. Make sure to protect it from dust and water during use. After use, it is recommended to wipe DJI RS 3 Pro with a soft dry cloth. DO NOT spray any cleaning liquids onto DJI RS 3 Pro.

  • Page 37: Specifications

    DJI RS 3 Pro User Manual Specifications RSA/NATO Ports 1/4"-20 Mounting Hole Cold Shoe Accessory Port Video Transmission/LiDAR Range Finder Port (USB-C) RSS Camera Control Port (USB-C) Focus Motor Port (USB-C) Model: BG30-1950 mAh-15.4V Type: LiPo 4S Capacity: 1950 mAh Energy: 30 Wh Max.
  • Page 38 This content is subject to change. Download the latest version from www.dji.com/rs-3-pro/downloads If you have any questions about this document, please contact DJI by sending a message to DocSupport@dji.com. DJI is a trademark of DJI. Copyright © 2022 DJI All Rights Reserved.

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