Hohem iSTEADY Pro 4 Manual

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DISCLAIMER

By using this product, you hereby signify that you have read this disclaimer and warning 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 applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and all terms, precautions, practices, policies and guidelines Hohem has made and may make available. Hohem accepts no liability for damage, injury or any legal responsibility incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product. The user shall observe safe and lawful practices including, but not limited to, those set forth in this document.
This document and all other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Hohem. For up-to-date product information, visit www.hohem.com and click on the product page for this product.

Product Overview

1. Mini USB DC Out
2. 1/4 Inch Extension Screw Hole
3. Trigger
4. USB DC Out/ DC In
5. Handle (Battery inside)
6. Quick Release Clip
7. Camera Connection/Remote Control Indicator
8. PAIR Button (Camera Connection)
9. Roll Motor
10. Mode Indicator
11. Joystick
12. Slider
13. Tilt Motor
14. Pan Motor
15. Bluetooth Indicator
16. Power Indicator
17. Mode Button
18. Power ON/OFF (Shutter/Record button)

Accessories List

Mini Tripod*1
Carry Case*1
Camera Charging Cable*3 (Type C & Micro USB & Mini USB)
Gimbal Charging Cable*1 (Type C)
User Manual (Include Warranty Card)*1
Quick Start Guide*1

Download APP―Hohem Gimbal For More Interesting Functions

* Scan QR code to download the app.
* Hohem Gimbal supports iOS 9.0 and Android 5.0 or later.
* Search for'Hohem Gimbal' in the App Store or Google Play and follow the instructions to install the app.

Gimbal Charging

Charge the gimbal fully before using it for the first time. The battery takes approximately 3.5 hours to fully charge.

* USB Port: Power bank output
* Type C Port: Gimbal charging port

* Mini USB DC Out: Action camera charging port (Supported to charge camera while working)

* Tap the power button to check the battery status
Flickering: Charging
4 LED lights on: 100%, fully charged
3 LED lights on: 75%
2 LED lights on: 50%
1 LED light on: 25%
* Low battery warning: Mode indicator flashing back and forth

Mounting the Action Camera

* Do not turn on the gimbal without an action camera mounted on.

Pull the quick release clip (spring) and snap it into the groove to secure the camera.


If the power button or charging port is blocked, please adjust the direction of motor axis after installing the camera as shown above.

* Max Payload: 160g
* Compatible Cameras: GoPro Hero 10/9/8/7/6/5/4/3, DJI OSMO Action, Insta360 ONE R (4K & 1-Inch), SONY RX0 and other action cameras with similar size and weight.
* Max Camera Size: Height: 51mm; Depth: 30mm
* Cameras can be controlled with handle: GoPro 10/9/8/7/6/5 (not support GoPro 7 white & silver version)

Operation Instruction

1. Joystick
   Push Up/Down
   Tilt Control
   Push Left/Right
   Pan Control
2. Mode Indicator
   PF: Pan Follow
   PTF: Pan & Tilt Follow
   L: AII Locked
   POV: All Follow & Inception
3. Slider
   Push up: the roll axis rotates counterclockwise
   Push down: the roll axis rotates clockwise
   *Controllable range: -30° ~+30°
   *Roll axis adjustment is not supported in All Locked Mode
4. Bluetooth Indicator
   Light On: Gimbal is connected with phone Bluetooth
   Flash Twice: Power On/Off
   Light Off: Gimbal is disconnected with phone Bluetooth
5. Mode Button
   Single Tap: Switch mode
6. Power On/Off (Long press for 3 seconds)
   Single Tap: Take photo, Start/End video
   Double Tap: Switch between the Photo Mode and the Video Mode (Make sure GoPro camera is connected with the gimbal)
7. Trigger:
   Press On: Sport mode
   Double Tap: Re-center
   * It is not available in the mode L(AII Lock)

Gimbal Mode Button

Tap the button to switch different working modes with light on.

PF (Pan Follow)
Default mode, tilt & roll axis both locked, camera is able to move to left or right smoothly.

PTF (Pan & Tilt Follow)
Roll axis locked, camera is able to move to left/right, and tilt up/down.

L (All Locked)
The camera stays in its current orientation.

POV (AlI Follow & Inception)
All Follow - Tilt axis, roll axis and pan axis all follow the movement of the gimbal.
Inception - Hold the gimbal horizontally and push joystick to left or right.

Long Press for 6 Seconds

Off-line Calibration (Bluetooth indicator stays on)
It requires to calibrate the gimbal only when you notice any kind of not level or drift on any of the axes.

Camera Connection/Remote Control Indicator

*iSteady Pro 4 exclusive remote control is non standard purchase. For remote control pairing and instructions please see the user manual of remote control.

App "Hohem Gimbal" Instruction

Bluetooth Connection

1. Enable the Bluetooth on the smartphone.
2. Launch the app, choose the product model and connect to the gimbal. (Please only enable the phone Bluetooth and connect Bluetooth in the app)

Main App Features

1. Home
2. Bluetooth
3. Power Status
4. Axis angle display in sync
5. Motion Timelapse
6. Re-center
7. Remote Control
8. Shutter (Ensure camera connection)
9. Switch Between Photo/Video Mode (Ensure camera connection)
10. Switch Work Mode

App "Hohem Gimbal" Instruction

Other App Features

1. Gimbal Specs Setting:
   1. Following Speed (To adjust the following speed of pan/tilt/roll axis)
   2. Joystick Speed (To adjust the rotating speed by control the joystick)
   3. Dead Zone (No following movement when the rotate angle is less than dead area setting)
   4. Trim (Adjust the tilt/roll axis in small angle)
   5. Joystick Reverse (Reverse the rotation direction by control the joystick)
   6. Motor Options ( To adjust the motor torison of pan/tilt/roll axes, which is useful to solve the vibrate issue due to lightweight or overweight action camera)
   7. Camera options: enable/disable charging output of gimbal mini USB port, CAMERA CONTROL OPTIONS.
2. Firmware Upgrade:
   The firmware is subject to upgrade without a fixed schedule. Firmware upgrade is help to optimize the working of gimbal, Please refer to 'Firmware Upgrade' for more details
3. Calibration:
   It requires to calibrate the gimbal only when you notice any kind of not level or drift on any of the axes, Please refer to 'Calibration' for more details

Calibration

It requires to calibrate the gimbal if you notice it is not work properly as below.

1. The pitch angle is not level with the horizontal surface.
2. The roll angle is not parallel to the horizontal surface.
3. The pan axis drifts when the gimbal is on all lock mode.

Calibration Instruction

Method 1: Off-line Calibration
(1) Power on the gimbal, long press the mode button over 6 seconds till the Bluetooth indicator stays on.
(2) Laying the gimbal on a static flat surface without any vibrate. Calibration is completed once the Bluetooth Indicator flashes twice.

* If the off-line calibration is not work, please refer to [Method 2]

Method 2: 6-Side Calibration Via App
Please make sure the gimbal is connected with app via bluetooth successfully, then enter "Calibration" and follow the instruction in the app to calibrate the gimbal.

Firmware Upgrade

Please make sure the gimbal is connected with the Hohem Gimbal app via Bluetooth successfully, and upgrade to the latest firmware in the app.

FAQ

Why does the gimbal vibrate after powering on?

A:

1. Make sure to mount the camera before powering on the gimbal.
2. For some lightweight action cameras, you need to reduce gimbal motor power through the app (Hohem Gimbal - Setting - Motors options)

Why the phone app cannot be connected with the gimbal via Bluetooth?

1. Enable phone Bluetooth (Enable ONLY)
2. Turn on the gimbal
3. Launch Hohem Gimbal app
4. Select "iSteady Pro 4 "
5. Click "CONNECT DEVICE "
   
   The Bluetooth has to connect in the app!
   *If the connection fails, please exit the app, restart the Bluetooth, follow the above steps and try again.

How to do if the gimbal is not level or drift after powering on?

A: Please refer to 'Calibration' for more details

Specifications

Warranty Card

1. Within 15 days upon the purchase date. Any functional disorder or quality problem enjoys free replacement service. But ensure the commodity and package with no damage, and we will offer a brand new replacement after confirming the product problem.
2. Warranty valid only under normal use.
3. Used in the normal circumstances, 1 year warranty, maintenance of life (not include the All accidents or artificial damage, improper disassembly or misuse damage is NOT covered by the warranty).
4. Please keep and offer the warranty card for claiming the warranty service.

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