dji CP.RN.00000180.01 Video Transmitter User Guide

DJI Video Transmitter
User Guide

Disclaimer

Carefully read this entire document and all safety and compliance guidelines provided before use.

Introduction

The DJI™ Video Transmitter uses DJl’s 03 Pro Video Transmission technology, which offers a transmission range up to 6 km, HD video transmission with a bitrate of 40 Mbps, and an end-to-end latency as low as 100 ms. It supports multiple frequency bands in both Control mode and Broadcast mode, as well as one transmitter with multiple receivers when using the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor, meeting the filming requirements of mediums such as movies, TV series, advertisements, and documentaries. Measured wth the video transmission system in Control mode in an unobstructed environment free of interference that is FCC compliant.

Overview

1. Detachable Antennas
   Transmit a wireless signal.

2. Linking Status Indicator
   Shows the linking status between the receiver and transmitter. Refer to the Linking section for more information on blinking patterns.

3. Video Status Indicator
   Indicates if there is a video source signal input or not. Solid green indicates input while solid red indicates no input.

4. SDI Output Port
   Outputs the video source signal from the transmitter.

5. SDI Input Port
   Inputs the signal from the video source to the transmitter.

6. USB-C Port
   For device activation and firmware updates.

7.  HDMI Port (Type A)
   Receives the video source input signal.

8.  DC-in Port
   Supplies power to the video transmitter using the provided power cable. Voltage 6-18 V and max current 2 A.

9.  M4 Screw Holes
   To mount the battery adapter or other adapters for expansion.

10.  Power Output Port
    Supplies power to an external device.

11. Air Vent

12. Air Intake
    **** DO NOT cover the air vent, air intake, or both sides of the battery adapter if mounted. Otherwise, the performance of the device may be affected due to overheating.

13.  Power Button
    Press once to power on. Press and hold to power off.

14.  Display Screen
    Displays the device status and menu.

15. Menu Dial
    Turn or press the dial to select or confirm settings in the menu.

16. Back Button
    Press to return to the previous screen of the menu.

17. 3/8″-16 Screw Hole

18. 1/4″-20 Screw Holes

19. External Power Input Port
    Mount the battery adapter and compatible battery to supply power to the video transmitter.

Installation and Connection

Mounting the WB37 Intelligent Battery

Before first use, activate the WB37 battery by charging with the WB37 Battery Charging Hub (USB-C). Refer to the WB37 Battery Charging Hub (USB-C) User Guide for more information.

1. Mount the WB37 battery adapter (TX) to the back of the video transmitter and tighten the two M4×12 screws.
2. Insert the WB37 battery into the battery slot and push it to the end. Make sure that the battery release button pops up, indicating the battery is firmly in place.
   Make sure to use the WB37 battery within the operating temperature range. DO NOT disassemble or pierce the battery in any way. Otherwise, the battery may leak, catch fire, or explode. Refer to the WB37 Intelligent Battery Safety Guidelines for more information.
   Press and hold the release button and push the battery in the opposite direction to remove it.

Mounting the NP-F Series Battery

1. Mount the NP-F battery adapter (TX) to the back of the video transmitter and tighten the four M4×12 screws.
2. Insert the NP-F series battery into the battery slot and push it to the end. Make sure that the battery release button pops up, indicating the battery is firmly in place.
   Press and hold the release button and push the battery in the opposite direction to remove it.

Mounting the RS Gimbal Mounting Plate

The RS gimbal mounting plate is required when using the video transmitter with the DJI RS series gimbal or other devices compatible with the cold shoe. The following description uses DJI RS 3 Pro as an example.

1. Mount the gimbal mounting plate to the front of the video transmitter and tighten the two M4×12 screws.
2. Toggle the lever on the gimbal mounting plate in counterclockwise to lower the positioning block.
3. Connect the cold shoe on the gimbal mounting plate to DJI RS 3 Pro.
4. Toggle the lever on the gimbal mounting plate in clockwise to lock the video transmitter.

Connection

USB-C to LEMO Power Cable
Connect the image transmission/LiDAR Range Finder port (USB-C) on DJI RS 3 Pro to the DC-in port on the video transmitter for power supply from DJI RS 3 Pro.

DC to P-Tap Power Cable
Connect the 14.4V P-Tap port on Ronin 2 to the DC-in port on the video transmitter for power supply from Ronin 2.

DJI DC Power Cable
Connect the 14.4V accessory power port on the power hub or the port above the pan motor of Ronin 2 to the DC-in port on the video transmitter for power supply from Ronin 2.
When connecting to the port above the pan motor of Ronin 2, the Control mode of the video transmission system is not available.

Activation
Activation is required when using the video transmitter for the first time. Power on the video transmitter and connect it to the computer using a USB-C cable. Open DJI Assistant 2 (Ronin Series), log in with a DJI account, click the corresponding device icon, and follow the instructions onscreen to activate the device.
Download DJI Assistant 2 from: https://www.dji.com/transmission/downloads

Linking
The video transmitter must be linked to the receiver device before use. The video transmission system of the video transmitter offers Control mode and Broadcast mode, which use different linking methods. Refer to the following section for instructions and linking status indicator descriptions.

Control Mode

1. Power on the video transmitter. Press and hold the menu dial on the video transmitter until the linking status indicator blinks red and green alternately, indicating that it is ready to link.
2. Power on the remote monitor. Tap… to enter System Menu and then Connection Settings. Select Control Mode, set the monitor as Control Monitor A or Control Monitor B, and tap Link to Control Monitor A/B to enter linking status.
3. When linking is complete, the linking status indicator turns solid green and the remote monitor will have a connected status.

Broadcast Mode

1. Power on the video transmitter. Press the menu dial on the video transmitter, turn the dial to select Broadcast in the menu, enable Broadcast mode, and select channel.
2. Power on the remote monitor. Tap…. to enter System Menu and then Connection Settings. Select Broadcast Mode and the monitor will automatically search for nearby devices with Broadcast mode enabled. Tap a device to monitor and the live view from the corresponding device will display on the remote monitor. Tap the camera number on the right side of the screen to refresh the live view or switch between the monitored devices.

Refer to the Broadcast Mode Settings section for more information about the usage.

Linking Status Indicator

is normal. Broadcast mode enabled.
Blinks red| Device malfunction. Contact DJI Support.

Display Screen Operations
Home Screen

1. Video Signal Input Status : indicates if there is a video source signal input or not.
2. Power Supply Voltage : displays the voltage of the battery or the DC-in power input.
3. Device Number A : displays the device number of the video transmitter. Users can set the number in the menu as the letter A to P.
4. Video Transmission Signal Quality and Connection Status : when the Broadcast mode is disabled, it displays the connection status between the receiver and transmitter and the signal quality. There are four statuses, including connected (green), weak signal (orange), strong interference (red), and disconnected (gray).
5. Broadcast Code and Channel : displays the universally unique identifier of the device when the Broadcast mode is enabled for the video transmitter.
   : when the channel mode is set to manual, it displays the channel in use. Press the menu dial twice for quick channel adjustment.
   : when the channel mode is set to auto, this icon will appear. Users cannot adjust the channel manually. When the video transmitter is linked to the remote monitor in Control mode and Broadcast mode is enabled, the channel mode can be set to auto in the remote monitor if Control mode is selected as the prioritized mode.

Menu
In the home screen, press the menu and dial on the video transmitter to enter the menu. Users can set the device number, enable Broadcast mode, select Broadcast image quality, select language, and view the video transmission channel status and device information. Turn or press the dial to select or confirm settings in the menu. Press the back button to return to the previous screen.
Broadcast Mode Settings
When Broadcast mode is enabled, the Broadcast Quality setting will appear in the menu. Select between HD and Smooth. These two kinds of image quality correspond to 40M (HD) and 20M (Smooth) for the Downlink Bandwidth setting on the remote monitor. The image quality of HD has fewer channels while Smooth has double.
When the video transmitter is linked to the remote monitor in Control mode and Broadcast mode is enabled, users can select the prioritized mode in the video transmission channel settings on the remote monitor to ensure transmission signal quality for specific devices.
Broadcast Mode Prioritized
When Broadcast mode is the prioritized mode, the transmission signal quality of the devices in Broadcast mode will have a priority. Users can select the channel manually on the remote monitor and then select the broadcast channel and image quality on the video transmitter.
Control Mode Prioritized
When Control mode is the prioritized mode, the transmission signal quality of the devices in Control mode will have a priority. Users can select the channel mode on the remote monitor and then select the broadcast channel and image quality on the video transmitter. In this mode, devices in Broadcast mode near the remote monitor may have a weak transmission signal.
Firmware Update
Update the video transmitter using the DUI Assistant 2 (Ronin Series) software.

1. Power on the device and connect it to a computer with a USB-C cable.
2. Launch Dut Assistant 2 (Ronin Series) and tog in with a Du account.
3. Select the device and click Firmware Update on the left side of the screen.
4. Select the firmware version.
5. The firmware will be downloaded and updated automatically.
6. The device will restart automatically after the firmware update is complete.

Specifications

5.470-5.725 GHz, 5.725-5.850 GHz
Transmitter Power (EIRP)| 2.4 GHz: <33 dBm (FCC). <20 dBm (CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.8 GHz: <33 dBm (FCC/SRRC), <14 dBm (CE) 5.1 GI-Iz: <23 dBm (FCC/SRRC/CE/MIC)
5.2 GI-lz: <30 dBm (FCC), <23 dBm (SRRC/CE/MIC) 5.5 GI-Iz: <30 dBm (FCC), <23 dam (cum)
‘Power Consumption| 11W
Power Supply Voltage| External Power Input Port: 6-18 V DC-In Port: 6-18
Output Voltage| Power Output Port: 6-18 V
Working Tim&| ‘3 hours 40 min
Input Video Format| 3G SDI: YCbCr 4:2:2 10bit HDMI: RGB 4:4:4 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60; 1080i50/59.94/60;
720p50/59.94/60
Output Video Format| 3G SDI: YCbCr 4:2:2 10bIt 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60; 1080150/59.94/60; 720p50/59.94/60
Input Audio Format| HDMI embedded
Output Audio Format| PCM
Video Transmission System| 03 Pro
Max Bitrate| 40 Mbps
Latency| 68 ms (1080p 60fps), 100 ms (1080p 24fps)
Video Coding Format| : H.264
Max Transmission Distance| 6 km (FCC), 4 km (CE/SRRC/MIC) (unobstructed. free of interference)
Max Communication Bandwidth| 40 MHz
Operating Temperature| -10′ to 45° C (14° to 1130 F)

1. Due to local regulations, the 5.1/5.2/5.8GHz frequencies are prohibited in some countries and the 5.1/5.2GHz frequencies are only allowed for use indoors in some countries. 5.600-5.650 GHz is not used.
2. Tested in a room temperature of 25° C (77° F) when powered by a fully charged WB37 Intelligent Battery and used with the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor.

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