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DYS 3 Axis Gimbal User Manual
This user manual provides information on the specifications, installation and functions of
the DYS 3 Axis Brushless Gimbal system.
DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro
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  • Page 1 XProHeli DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal TheAppTimes DYS 3 Axis Gimbal User Manual This user manual provides information on the specifications, installation and functions of the DYS 3 Axis Brushless Gimbal system. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page i ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Revision History

    User Manual XProHeli DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal Revision History Version Date Revision Description 8/05/2014 Manual Creation DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page ii ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Powering On DYS 3X ......................10 Operating Modes ........................12 SimpleBGC SOFTWARE ...................... 13 Overview ..........................14 Connecting DYS 3X to Your Computer ..................14 USING SimpleBGC GUI ........................15 SimpleBGC GUI Layout ........................16 Performance Tuning ......................18 Overview .............................. 18 Tuning Follow Modes ..........................

  • Page 4: Welcome

    DYS 3X for the first time. The DYS 3X gimbal is a great step up from the XPG as it adds a new cinematic dimension to your shots with the addition of axis of stabilization.

  • Page 5: Warning & Disclaimer

    Warning & Disclaimer! The DYS 3Xgimbal is capable of capturing incredible footage, and as exciting as it is we at XProHeli want to remind customers that operating RC aircraft with the DYS 3X should be done with great care and precaution.
  • Page 6 User Manual XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal INDEMNITY XPROHELI AGENTS, REPRESENTATIVES AND EMPLOYEES ARE TO BE HELD HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LIABILITIES, DAMAGES, AND EXPENSES (INCLUDING ATTORNEYS’ FEES ACTUALLY INCURRED) ON ACCOUNT OF DEATH OR INJURY TO ANY PERSON OR DAMAGE TO ANY PROPERTY ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCTS SOLD OR SUPPLIED BY XPROHELI.

  • Page 7: Quick Start

    XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal QUICK START Overview The DYS 3X is configured and custom tuned by XProHeli with the Important! addition of a custom soldered mode button to access different features in the software. Setup of this gimbal is done in a few steps,...

  • Page 8: Unpacking Your Dys 3X

    Unpacking your DYS 3X The DYS 3X comes packed as shown below: Packed Contents:  (1) DYS 3X Gimbal with XP Lander mounting plate  (1) Bag of accessory mounts (for other multirotors)  (1) 1.5mm Allen Key  (1) 2mm Allen Key ...

  • Page 9: Mounting Your Gopro

    User Manual XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal Mounting Your GoPro Overview The DYS 3X comes with a machined retaining lens housing to Quick Tip! secure the GoPro to the camera tray of the gimbal: For best performance always make sure you adjust the Roll...
  • Page 10 This is a good mounting solution if you are using a light weight filter from Snake River or Polar Pro. We recommend a filter with a weight of 20 grams or less (minimal impact on PID settings) DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 7 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 11: Xp2 / Multi-Rotor Installation

    1. Prepare your XP2 by removing the lower horizontal GoPro mounting plate (if applicable). 2. If you purchased the DYS 3XHandle or ProGrip, carefully unscrew the fasteners on the top of the DYS 3X to the handheld mount. 3. Using the provided XP Lander adapter plate, screw the plate onto the lander frame with the provided ¼-20”...
  • Page 12 User Manual XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal 4. Align the DYS 3X Gimbal mounting stand offs with the 3 holes in the adapter plates and fasten using the provided M3x8 screws. 5. Plug in the JST power lead to the back of the gimbal. It is...
  • Page 13 User Manual XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal Mounting to Pro-Grip (dual handles) Align the DYS 3X Gimbal mounting stand offs with the 3 Quick Tip! matching holes in the top of the Pro-Grip mounting plate and Make sure your fasten using the provided M3x8 screws.

  • Page 14: Powering On Dys 3X

    Once your Gimbal is mounted and the camera is secured you can now power the gimbal on by connecting the battery pack to the JST power lead wire on the DYS 3X. Upon startup the gimbal will go through a 5 second gyro calibration with the buzzer beeping intermittently.

  • Page 15: Operating Modes

    The DYS 3X has a custom mode function button on the front of the gimbal that allows you to access multiple operating features on the fly. Each DYS 3X is setup by us with the following functions:  Mode 1 - Follow Pan only ...
  • Page 16 XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal Using FPV with the DYS 3X To use FPV with the DYS 3X gimbal you will need a low profile lightweight/flexible FPV cable like this one: If you do not have this cable it is available on our website.

  • Page 17: Simplebgc Software

    GoPro performance from your DYS 3X. Hero 3/3+. The 32 bit controller in each DYS 3X comes with a licensed Make sure you backup your Profile bootloader from Basecam Electronics (Alexmos). This license...

  • Page 18: Using Simplebgc Gui

    You can switch profiles saved on the board by choosing the profile in the software or by pressing the MENU button, if configured on your controller board. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 15 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 19: Simplebgc Gui Layout

    Do this fro Profiles 1, 2 and 4. SimpleBGC GUI Layout SimpleBGC GUI has a fairly intuitive layout with several sections: 1. Connection – COM-port selection and connection status. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 16 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 20 Profile 4 – Lock Mode (follow modes off) Note: to switch modes on the DYS 3X while connected to the GUI simply select Profile 1,2 or 4 and click write. 3. Configuration – Central part of the window, organized into seven tabs: i.

  • Page 21: Performance Tuning

    8. Battery voltage indicator with warning sector. (Bottom right of screen) Performance Tuning Overview The DYS 3X comes preconfigured with PID settings that perform exceptionally well with cameras ranging from 400- 750g. These settings are regularly used by us for various camera configurations and net excellent stabilization results.

  • Page 22: Tuning Follow Modes

    YAW axis and keeps the PITCH/ROLL axis in ‘lock’ mode level to the horizon. This mode is the most popular for handheld use and multirotor use. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 19 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 23 Roll start/mix values to (0,90). To permanently enable the ROLL follow mode set start/mix values to (0,0) Note: The DYS 3X is preconfigured in Profile 2 to only activate the follow PITCH feature. Tuning Follow mode features (Profile 1/2)
  • Page 24 If a high value is desired make sure to have the acceleration limiter set so that it will help to set a larger speed value without causing the motors to skip or miss steps. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 21 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 25: Manual Pid Tuning

    Tuning is achieved by referencing the Real Time Data tab in the GUI. You should have the gimbal on a table mounted and locked to the DYS 3X stand. The battery should be fully charged for the tuning process. Tuning Process: Set gimbal to Profile 4 (LOCK MODE) Start with the PITCH axis, then ROLL then YAW.
  • Page 26 Each axis should have a smooth return in the Realtime Data tab as shown: Camera Smooth/Quick Deflection Return DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 23 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 27 XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal In general a well tuned configuration will net less than 1 degree of error on ROLL, PITCH and YAW axis in normal operation. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 24 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 28: Setup For 2 Nd Operator / Tilt Control

    XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal Setup for 2 Operator / Tilt Control Connecting a RC system to the DYS 3X is optional for pitch/roll/tilt control. Operation with a 2 operator using a RC system will allow control and aiming of the gimbal independently from the direct physical movements of the gimbal unit.
  • Page 29 If the RC transmitter stick does not move, the camera stands still. The speed of rotation depends on the “SPEED” and acceleration limiter settings. DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 26 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 30 This filter avoids fast stick movements but add commands. This filter avoids fast stick movements but adds some reaction delay to stick movement.DYS 3XSOFTWARE DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 27 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 31 45 degrees down and bottom position is full 90 degree tilt. Here are the radio and software settings: RC Settings Tab (PITCH): Travel Settings: DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 28 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 32 User Manual XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal Sub-Trim Settings: Reverse Channel Settings: Speed Settings (adjust to preference): DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 29 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 33: Dys 3X Recovery Procedures

    Prior to performing the recovery steps your camera should be mounted and balanced and your gimbal should be mounted to the DYS 3X stand so that the gimbal can move about freely on the Roll, Pitch and Yaw axis.
  • Page 34 9. With motors ON and gimbal frame level, go to Followmode tab and Click AUTO in OFFSET section – When finish click write. Make sure these values are the same through Profiles 1, 2 & 4 DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 31 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Wrong COM port Try different COM port – check GUI cannot connect selected. GUI and driver installation. Check Firmware to board firmware version and GUI version mistmatch DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 32 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 36 User Manual XProHeli DYS 3XBrushless Gimbal DYS 3X Brushless Gimbal For GoPro Page 33 ©2014 XPROHELI. All Rights Reserved.

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