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DJI Focus Pro
User Manual
v1.0
2024.04

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  • Page 1 DJI Focus Pro User Manual v1.0 2024.04...
  • Page 2 This document is copyrighted by DJI with all rights reserved. Unless otherwise authorized by DJI, you are not eligible to use or allow others to use the document or any part of the document by reproducing, transferring, or selling the document. Users should only refer to this document and the content thereof as instructions to operate DJI products.

  • Page 3: Using This Manual Legends

    Contact DJI or a DJI authorized dealer if you have any questions or issues during installation and use of this product. Download the Ronin App Scan the QR code or search DJI Ronin in the app store to download the Ronin app. iOS 11.0 or above DJI Ronin Android 8.0 or above...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Grip Buttons and Ports Grip Touchscreen Functions Hand Unit Overview Hand Unit Buttons and Ports Hand Unit Touchscreen Functions Using DJI Focus Pro Creator Combo Activating the Grip Mounting the Grip Using Manual Focus Mounting the Motor Calibrate the Motor...
  • Page 5 Using DJI Focus Pro Hand Unit Hand Unit+Motor+LiDAR+Grip Hand Unit+Motor+LiDAR Hand Unit+Ronin 4D Hand Unit+Ronin 4D Flex Hand Unit+Inspire 3 Using with DJI RS 4 and DJI RS 4 Pro Using Manual Focus Mounting the Motor Calibrating the Motor Using Autofocus Mounting the LiDAR...

  • Page 6: Product Profile

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Product Profile DJI Focus Pro is an Automated Manual Focus (AMF) lens control system consisting of a Motor, LiDAR, Grip, and Hand Unit. The four units can be use in different combinations according to your shooting needs. Automated manual focus, auto focus, and manual focus can be used for both auto and manual lenses.

  • Page 7: Lidar Overview

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual LiDAR Overview Function Button Press once to switch lens profiles. Press twice to calibrate the motor. Press and hold to enter sleep mode for LiDAR, press once to exit sleep mode. AF/MF Button Press once to switch between auto focus and manual focus.

  • Page 8: Grip Overview

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Grip Overview Grip Buttons and Ports Cold Shoe NATO Port Grip Lever/Safety Button For attaching and detaching the grip. Touchscreen M Button Press once to switch between AF/MF or AMF/MF mode, or map the C1/Fn1 button of the camera.
  • Page 9 DJI Focus Pro User Manual 11. RSS Camera Control Port (USB-C) 12. Power Button Press and hold to power on/off the grip. Press once to enter sleep mode for the LiDAR. 13. Trigger Press once to lock the subject for autofocus.

  • Page 10: Grip Touchscreen Functions

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Grip Touchscreen Functions Home 1. Displays the battery level of the grip. 2. Displays the focus mode in use: AF/AMF/MF. 3. Displays the focal length of the lens in use. 4. Displays the position that the motor rotates (from minimum object distance to infinite).
  • Page 11 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Swipe Down - Control Center Swipe down from the top of the touchscreen on the Home screen to enter the Control Center.  Screen Lock Tap to lock the touchscreen to avoid unexpected operation and swipe up to unlock the screen.
  • Page 12 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Swipe Up - Settings Swipe up from the bottom of the screen for grip settings. Dial Function Set the dial function to focus in order to control the F motor, set the dial function to zoom in order to control the Z motor.
  • Page 13 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Swipe Right - Video Transmission Swipe right from the left of the screen to enter the video transmission screen. No signal input will be displayed when the LiDAR is not connected. Autofocus can be used after connecting the LiDAR.

  • Page 14: Hand Unit Overview

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Hand Unit Overview Hand Unit Buttons and Ports Zoom Stick Push or pull the zoom stick to control the Z motor for zoom control. REC Button Press and hold the Rec button to power on/off. Press once to start or stop recording when the hand unit is powered on.
  • Page 15 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Screw Hole 10. Electronic Contact Pad 11. Touchscreen 12. Status LED Blinking Pattern Description Solid red Disconnected with motor. Solid green Connected to motor. Solid yellow Linking. 13. Focus Marking Ring 14. Focus Knob Rotate the focus knob to control the F motor for focus control.

  • Page 16: Hand Unit Touchscreen Functions

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Hand Unit Touchscreen Functions Home 1. Displays the current battery voltage. 2. Displays the Bluetooth connection status. 3. Displays the focus mode in use: AF/MF/AMF. 4. Displays the motor position on the focus scale. 5. Displays the endpoints when the A/B button is pressed to set the A/B points.

  • Page 17: Using Dji Focus Pro Creator Combo

    1. Press and hold the power button to power on the grip, and select the language on the touchscreen. 2. Enable Bluetooth on the mobile. Launch the Ronin app and log in with a DJI account. Select Focus Grip, type in the default password 12345678, and activate the grip according to the instructions.

  • Page 18: Mounting The Grip

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Mounting the Grip • It is recommended to mount the grip on the camera cage (not included). If the camera cage comes with the slide rail, insert the grip to the slide rail and lock the lever on the grip.

  • Page 19: Using Manual Focus

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Using Manual Focus Mounting the Motor 1. Attach the 15mm rod to the rod adapter and tighten. 2. Attach the motor to the 15mm rod, and match the motor gear to the focus ring of the lens and tighten the clamp.

  • Page 20: Calibrate The Motor

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Calibrate the Motor The motor needs to be calibrated before use. Swipe down from the top of the touchscreen on the Home screen to enter the Control Center. Tap the motor icon and select Focus Motor Calibration, tap Confirm to start calibration. By pressing the trigger and the M button on the Grip simultaneously, you can quickly calibrate the motor.

  • Page 21: Control Zoom

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Control Zoom 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the touchscreen to access Settings, tap Dial Functions and set to Zoom. 2. Press once on the function button of the motor and switch to Z mode. The front dial can be used to control zoom with springback response.

  • Page 22: Using Autofocus

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Using Autofocus Use the grip with the motor and LiDAR, autofocus can be used for manual lenses. Mounting the LiDAR 1. Mount the LiDAR to the cold shoe of the camera, or the 1/4" screw hole on the camera cage near the camera optical axis.

  • Page 23: Setting The Installation Distance

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Setting the Installation Distance Use the scale on the provided focus card to measure the distance from the image sensor plane of the camera to the glass surface of the LiDAR, In the video transmission view, tap the settings icon on the bottom right corner to access LiDAR Settings, and input the value after tapping Installation Distance.
  • Page 24 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Calibrating Lens via Ronin App If the lens profile is configured in the Ronin app, lens calibration can be shortened using the Ronin app. 1. Access the home page of the Ronin app and select LiDAR Lens Profile.
  • Page 25 DJI Focus Pro User Manual When there is a prompt to adjust the flange, users can confirm using the provided focus card. Point the lens at the focus card, when the image is clear, this indicates it is not necessary to adjust the flange.

  • Page 26: Af Tracking Sensitivity Settings

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual AF Tracking Sensitivity Settings The AF Tracking Sensitivity can be set from 1 to 5. The larger the value, the faster the focus speed. Focus Area Settings Tap the bottom left button on the screen to switch the focus area.

  • Page 27: Enlarge Settings

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Enlarge Settings Tap the + and - icon to zoom in or out. The default equivalent focal length is 30mm, while the LiDAR focus distance is 0.5 to 10 m. When the view is enlarged, the LiDAR focus distance is 0.5 to 20 m.

  • Page 28: Using Dji Focus Pro All-In-One Combo

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Using DJI Focus Pro All-In-One Combo The usage of the DJI Focus Pro All-In-One combo is based on the creator combo, and the addition of the hand unit. Preparing the Hand Unit The hand unit is powered by an NP-F550 model battery (not included).

  • Page 29: Linking The Hand Unit With The Motor

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Linking the Hand Unit with the Motor The motor needs to be powered by an external power supply. The provided D-TAP to USB-C cable can be used to connect a V port battery to power the motor. The motor can also be powered by the grip.

  • Page 30: Using Dji Focus Pro Hand Unit

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Using DJI Focus Pro Hand Unit Hand Unit+Motor+LiDAR+Grip After mounting the motor, the LiDAR, the grip, and linking the hand unit with the motor, focus, zoom and iris and can be controlled by different users at the same time. AF/MF and AMF/MF mode can be switched via the hand unit.

  • Page 31: Hand Unit+Motor+Lidar

    1. Attach the hand unit to the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor via the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor Holder. 2. Connect the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor with Ronin 4D, and then the focus or zoom of the Ronin 4D can be controlled via the hand unit.
  • Page 32 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Hand Unit+Inspire 3 1. Attach the hand unit to the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor via the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor Holder. 2. Connect the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor and remote controller B of Inspire 3, and then connect the USB-A port of remote controller B and the USB-C port of the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor.

  • Page 33: Using With Dji Rs 4 And Dji Rs 4 Pro

    Using with DJI RS 4 and DJI RS 4 Pro The lens can be controlled by using the motor with DJI RS 4 and DJI RS Pro. Autofocus can be used with the motor and LiDAR, and DJI RS 4 Pro.
  • Page 34 DJI Focus Pro User Manual 4. Mount the camera to the gimbal, and connect one of the USB-C ports of the motor to the motor port of the gimbal using a USB-C cable. • Motors can be used in series to control the focus or zoom. Connect the motors via the USB-C cable.

  • Page 35: Calibrating The Motor

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Calibrating the Motor The motor needs to be calibrated before use. Swipe down from the top of the touchscreen on the home screen to enter the Control Center. Tap the motor icon and select Focus Motor Calibration, tap Confirm to start calibration.

  • Page 36: Using Autofocus

    Mounting the LiDAR 1. Attach the LiDAR to the camera cage or the hot shoe of the camera. 2. Connect the data port of the LiDAR to the video transmission/LiDAR port of DJI RS 4 Pro using the multi-camera control cable provided.

  • Page 37: Setting The Installation Distance

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual Setting the Installation Distance Use the scale on the provided focus card to measure the distance from the image sensor plane of the camera to the glass surface of the LiDAR. In the video transmission view, tap the settings icon on the bottom right corner to access LiDAR Settings, and input the value after tapping Installation Distance.

  • Page 38: Af Tracking Sensitivity Settings

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual • Recalibrate the lens if the mounting position of the motor changes after lens calibration is completed to avoid focus inaccuracy. If you need to delete a lens profile, tap the arrow icon in the lens profile, and then tap Delete.

  • Page 39: Enlarge Settings

    DJI Focus Pro User Manual When in AF mode, the front dial can be used to select the focus subject. When in MF mode, the front dial can be used to focus manually. Press half down on the record button for single auto focus.

  • Page 40: Dji Focus Pro Firmware Update

    1. Connect the update port of the LiDAR to a computer. 2. Launch DJI Assistant 2 (Ronin Series) and log in with a DJI account. 3. Click the firmware update button on the left of the screen and select the firmware, tap Update to update the firmware.

  • Page 41: Grip And Built-In Battery Safety Guidelines

    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. 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 42 DJI Focus Pro User Manual DO NOT disassemble or pierce the grip in any way or the battery may leak, ignite, or explode. DO NOT drop or strike batteries. DO NOT place heavy objects on the grip. 10. Electrolytes in the battery are highly corrosive. If any electrolytes make contact with your skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with fresh running water for at least 15 minutes, and then see a doctor immediately.
  • Page 43 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Grip Use Make sure the grip is fully charged before use. If a low-battery warning appears, charge the grip as soon as possible. Grip Charging 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 44: Specifications

    ActiveTrack); Wide (when subject-locked on human, supports both autofocus and ActiveTrack*; when subject-locked on vehicle, supports autofocus only, not ActiveTrack) * ActiveTrack is available only when used in conjunction with DJI RS 4 Pro or DJI RS 3 Pro. Electrical Properties Power Consumption: Average approx.
  • Page 45 Flexible mounting on either left or right side of the cage via NATO port Screen 1.8-inch full-color touchscreen Port USB-C Port (DJI Focus Pro LiDAR) USB-C Port (DJI Focus Pro Motor) USB-C Port (Camera Control Port) USB-C Port (Battery Charging Port) Operating Time Approx.
  • Page 46 DJI Focus Pro User Manual Motor 2.4GHz Transmitter Power < 20 dBm (CE/SRRC/MIC) (EIRP) < 26 dBm (FCC) 2.4GHz Transmission 160 m* Distance 100 m** * Measured under FCC standard in an unobstructed environment free of interference. ** Measured under CE/SRRC/MIC standards in an unobstructed environment free of interference.
  • Page 47 This content is subject to change without prior notice. https://www.dji.com/focus-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 © 2024 DJI OSMO All Rights Reserved.

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