ZHIYUN C020113INTCB Crane 2S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer User Guide

June 5, 2024
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CRANE2S
Quick start guide

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  1. Download ZY Play
    Before using CRANE 2S, please scan the code to download ZY Play and activate the product. Specific steps are seen on Page 10. (Android 5.0 above or iOS 9.0 above required).

  2. About Complete User Guide To protect the environment and reduce resource consumption, we now offer you a paper version of the Quick Start Guide instead of a complete User Guide. Before using this product, you can read the complete User Guide in the following ways.
    https://api.zhiyun-tech.com/v1/r/LdEMfO
    1. Scan the QR code on the right side by applying the mobile browser “scan code” function.
    2. Click the” ••• “icon on the top right corner of the home page of the corresponding product in ZY Play.
    3. Go to ZHIYUN’s official website: www.zhiyun-tech.com for download.

Please follow the steps below to learn the basic functions of A CRANE 2S and read the complete User Guide carefully before using the product.

Charging

Charge the batteries with the charger (please be aware of the positive/negative end)

Installation

  1. Insert the batteries in the right direction (positive/negative end).
  2. Install the tripod.ZHIYUN C020113INTCB Crane 2S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer - fig1
  3. Install the quick-release base plate.
  4. Mount the camera on the quick release plate.
  5. Install the quick release plate with the camera onto the gimbal.

Balance and Adjustment

1. Each axis of CRANE 25 is equipped with a latch. You can use these latches to lock the axes for convenient installation and storage. Before turning on the gimbal. please do unlock all three latches,
2. Push the camera towards me and tilt the axis motor to achieve the best stability.

  1. Unlock the tilt axis and Quick Release Plate Latch, and push the camera to move forward or backward until the camera can stay still and almost lave with its lens facing front as shown below). Complete this step by tightening up the Quick Release Plate Latch
  2. Make the lens face up, slightly loosen the thumb screw of the tat axis, and push the camera to move upward or downward until the camera can stay still with the lens facing up. Complete this step by tightening up the thumb screw.
  3. Unlock the roil axis, and slightly loosen the roll axis thumb screw under the quick release plate, push the camera to move left or right until the camera can stay still and horizontal to the ground.zhiyun-tch.com
  4. Unlock the pan axis. slightly loosen the thumb screw on it, then adjust the pan axis until it stays still and horizontal to the ground. Complete this step by tightening up the thumb screw.

How to Use

  1. Press the power button for three seconds to turn on or off CRANE 2S.
  2. Long press M Dutton to enter or exit standby mode.
  3. Basic OperationZHIYUN C020113INTCB Crane 2S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer - fig12
    You can mount the camera onto the tilt axis to switch to vertical shooting. For the balance and adjustment please refer to the above steps.

ZHIYUN C020113INTCB Crane 2S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer -
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Connecting ZY Play

Connect with ZY Play APP and activate CRANE 2S

  1. Power on CRANE 2S and turn on Bluetooth,
  2. Open ZY Play APP, and select the product page of CRANE 2S. Tap ‘connect now’ and connect the Bluetooth of CRANE 2S the Bluetooth name of CRANE 2S can be found on the label USER 111 XXXX on the tilt axis)
  3. For the first-time use, you have to activate CRANE 2S via ZY Play APP otherwise the motors will not work. Activation requires account registration or login in ZY Play APP.

After activation, the motors will start working normally.

ZHIYUN C020113INTCB Crane 2S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer -
fig15

Disclaimer and Warning

Thank you roe using CRANE 2S. The information contains herein affects your safety and your legal rights and responsibilities. Road this attire document carefully to ensure proper configuration before use. Failure to read and Inflow the instructions and warnings wren may result in n serious riury to you or bystanders, or damage to CRANE 2S or property. ZHNUN reserves the right of final espianabon for this document to end all ()levant documents relating to CRANE 28. widths’ right to make thanes at any Urns without notice. Please visit www.zhtyun-teth.com for the latest product Information
By using this product, you heresy acetify that you have read the document carefully and that you WIOINIOVIO and eyes to etude by the terns and creates heron. You 970e that you are solely responsible for you Owe) conduct write using ass product, End for any consequences thereof You agree to use the product only for purposes that are mope, and n accordance with all tears. Vesuvio-is creates. policies and guidelines lit-IYUN has made and may make available.
ZHIYUN™ accepts no liability for damage, nosy, or any Jogai responsibility incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product. Users shat observe safe and lawful practices including, but not limited to, those set forth herein.
ZHIYUN’w s the trademark of Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co, Ltd {hereinafter referred to as 7HIYUN’ or THIY1iN TECH’) and It agitates. Al product names or marks referred to hereunder are tndrtrnirkt Or registered trademarks Of their respective holders

Reading Tip

Symbol Descrpecn Cperseon and Use Tips Important Notes Data thaves may occur %%he^ you seer QR code to read at download the electronic use manual thine so you *cud better process undo. WEI environment.
Note: Please add a magnet ring on the Camera Control Line and Focus Control Line when using CRANE 2S.

Warning

Read the ENTIRE User Guide to become familiar with the features of this product before operating Failure to aerate the product correctly can resist damage to the product or personal property and cause serious Wary. This is a sophisticated product. It must be operated with tauten and comma-sense and receives some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate the product in a safe and responsible manner coed result in injury or data’. the product or other property. This product is rot intended for use by chi, withaa died afloat supervision. DO NOT use with incompatible compensation. a or in any way otherwise as mentioned or instructed in the product & cement provided by ZHIYUN. The safety guidelines herein contain instructions for safety, operation, and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all of the utter bens and warnings in the User Guide. pace to assembly. setup or use in order to operate the product correctly and avoid damage or semis injury.

Safe Operation Guidelines

CAUTION

  1. CRANE 2S is a high-precision control device. Damage may be caused to CRANE 2S if it is dropped or subject to external force, and this may result in malfunction.
  2. Make sure the rotation of the gimbal axes Is not blocked by external force when CRANE 2S is turned on
  3. CRANE 2S is not waterproof. Prevent contact with any kind of liquid or cleaner with CRANE 2S. It is recommended to use a dry soft cloth for cowing.
  4. Protect CRANE 2S from dust and sand during use.

Warning
To avoid fire, serious injury, and property damage, observe the following safety guidelines when using, and charging. or storing your batteries.
Battery Use

  1. Prevent the batteries to come Into contact with any kind of liquid. Do not leave batteries out in the rain or near a source of moisture. Do not drop the battery into the water. If the inside of The battery comes into contact with water chemical decomposition may occur, potentially resulting in the battery caning on fire, and may even lead to an explosion.
  2. 11 the battery fats into the water with the stabilizer during use, take it out immediately and put it in a safe and open area. Maintain a safe distance from the battery until it is completely dry. Never use the battery agar, and dispose of the battery pew ty as described in the Battery Disposal sector below.
  3. If the battery catches fire, use water, water spray, sand, fire b.anket, dry powder, or carbon dioxide fire extinguisher immediate* to put out the fire. Battery-caused fire may lead to an explosion. Please extinct the fire by applying the methods recommended above according to the actual situation.
  4. Never use ron-ZHIYUN batteries. If replacement or backup is needed, please purchase new batteries from ZHIYUN’s official website authorized channels. ZHIYUN takes no responsibility for any damage caused by non-ZHIYUN batteries.
  5. Never use or charge swollen, leaky, or damaged batteries. Never use or charge if the battery smells, or overheats (exceeding the maximum temperature of 160°F/71 °C). If your batteries are abnormal, contact aliens or a ZHIYUN authorized dealer for further assistance
  6. The battery should be used within the temperature range from -10° C to 60° C. Use of the battery in environments above 60° C may lead to a fire or explosion. The use of batteries below -10° C may lead to serious battery damage.
  7. Do not use the battery in strong electrostatic or dectrom agreticorivironments. Otherwise, the battery protection board may malfunction.
  8. Does rot disassemble or use any sharp object to puncture the battery in any way? Otherwise. the battery may leak, catch it, or explode.
  9. Do not mechanically strike, crush, or throw the battery. Do not place heavy objects on the battery or charger.
  10. Electrolytes inside the battery are highly corrosive. In case of accidental contact of any electrolytes with your skin eyes, r rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
  11. Do not use the battery if it has been involved in a crash or heavy impact.
  12. Do not heat the battery and never pot the battery in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container.
  13. D0 does not pace the battery on a conductive surface (such as a metal desk surface, eyeglasses, watch, jewelry, etc.)
  14. Prevent the use of wires or other metal objects that could cause positive and negative short-circuit to the battery.
  15. 1f the battery terminal s dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Otherwise, it will cause a bad battery connection, which may result in energy loss or charging failure.

Battery Charging

  1. The battery will automatically stop charging once it is full. Please disconnect the tree battery and the charger when fully charged.
  2. Do not attach the batteries to a wall outlet or car charger socket directly. Always use a ZHIYUN-approved adapter for charging. ZHIYUN takes no responsibility if the battery is charged using a non-ZHIYUN charger.
  3. Do not put the battery and charger near flammable materials or on flammable surfaces (such as carpet or wood). Never leave the battery unattended during charging to prevent any accident.
  4. Do not charge the battery immediately after use, because the battery temperature may be too high. Do not charge the battery until it cools down to normal room temperature. Charging the battery with its temperature over 45°C or lower than 0°C may lead to leakage, and overheating. or damage.
  5. Examine the charger before use, and make sure there is no damage to the enclosure or cord. plug. or other parts. Never use a damaged charger. Do not clean the charger with any liquid containing alcohol or other flammable solvents. Disconnect the charger when not in use.

Battery Storage

  1. Keep batteries out of the reach of children and pets.
  2. Do not leave the battery near heat sources such as a furnace or heater, or inside of a vehicle on hot days. Never expose the battery in any env Longmont with a temperature of over 60°C. The ideal storage temperature is 22°C-28’C.
  3. Store batteries in a dry environment.
  4. Do not leave the battery unused for too long after it has been completely discharged to prevent over-discharge of the battery which may result in battery damage and permanent (attire.

Battery Maintenance

  1. Do not over-charge or over-discharge the battery. which will damage the battery:
  2. The battery performance will be affected for not being used for a long time:
  3. Never urn the batten}, when the temperature is too high or too low:
  4. Do not store the battery in any environment with a temperature of over 60t.

Battery Disposal

  1. Please fully discharge the battery before putting it in the designated recycling bin. Improper disposal of batteries may be hazardous. It is forbidden to put the battery in the general waste bin. For related details please abide by the local laws and regulations on battery recycling and disposal.
  2. If the battery cannot be fully discharged, never put it in the battery recycle ng bin. Please contact battery recycling companies for a proper solution.

Warranty Period

  1. Customers are entitled to a replacement or free repair service in case of the quality defect(s) found n the product within 15 days upon receipt of the product.
  2. Customers are entitled to free repair service from ZHIYUN for any product proven defective in material or workmanship:p that results in product failure during normal consumer usage and conditions within the valid warranty period, which is 12 months counting from the date of selling. However, the warranty period varies by product component and country of purchase. Please contact our after-sales service team or 7HIYUN official website or your place of purchase for detailed warranty information.

This warranty does not apply to the following

  1. Products subjected to unauthorized repair, misuse. collision. neglect mishandling, soaking, accident, and unauthorized alteration.
  2. Products subject to improper use or whose labels or security tags have been torn off or altered.
  3. Products whose warranty has expired.
  4. Products damaged due to Force Majeure, such as fire. flood. lightener etc.

Warranty Claim Procedure

  1. If failure or any problem occurs to your product after purchase. please contact a local agent for assistant, or you can always =lad Z1-1IYUNS customer service through email at service@zhiyun-tech.com or website at www.zhiyun-tech.com.
  2. Your beat agent or ZHIYUN’s customer service wi guide you through the whole service procedure regarding any product issue or problem you have encountered. ZI IIYUN reserves the right to reexamine damaged or returned products.

Quality Certificate I
Please download the latest version from www.zhiwn-tech.com Non-ZHIYUN product names and brands in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their companies. This document is subject to change without notice. ZHIYUN TM is a trademark of ZHISHEN. Copyright C 2020 71-11Si IEN. All rights reserved.
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Email: service@zhiyun.tech.com
Website. www.zhiyun-lech.com
Address: 09 Huangtong Road, I ieshan Industrial Zone, axing District, Guilin, 541004. Guangxi, China
If at any time in the future you should need to dispose of this product please note that: Waste electrical products should ‘ not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle mini where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice. (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive)
Read the EU Declaration of Conformity on User Guide on our official website at www.zhiyun-toch.com.
FCC Caution.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
  2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements, The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restrictions federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure StatementPower is so low that no RE exposure calculation is needed.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning: the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced rad b/TV technician for help

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