Rollei Steady Butler Mobile 3 SE User Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Rollei

Rollei Steady Butler Mobile 3 SE User Manual

Before First Use

Please read the operating instructions and the safety instructions carefully before using the device for the first time. Keep the operating instructions together with the device for future use. If you pass on the device to a third party, this manual is part of the device and must be supplied with the device.

Explanation of Symbols

The following symbols are used in this manual, on the gimbal, the power supply unit or on the packaging.

Products marked with this symbol comply with all relevant community regulations of the European Economic Area.

Products marked with this symbol are operated with direct current.

What‘s in the Box

Package Contents

Gimbal
Mini tripod
USB-C cable
Hand strap
Manual

Product Overview

Smartphone holder
Centre arm
Tilt motor
Folding holder
Vertical arm
Pan motor
Zoom slider
Handle
Battery level indicator
1/4“ screw thread
Charging port (USB-C)
Mode LEDs (4 pcs.)
Mode button | centre | face / object tracking
On / Off button | high / transverse button |
camera / video button | front / rear camera button
Joystick
Bluetooth®1) LED
Loop eyelet
Release button
Folding holder
Sliding arm
Roll motor

Installation Instructions

Download the Rollei App „Rollei Smart Gimbal 2“ directly from the App Store or Google Play Store and install it on your smartphone. The app supports iOS 12.0 or higher and Android 6.0 or higher.

Connection with the smartphone

Activate Bluetooth®1) on your smartphone.
Switch on the Steady Butler Mobile 3 SE.
Open the Rollei Smart Gimbal 2 app and search for available Bluetooth®1) devices. Select the gimbal, the connection will be established automatically.

Press the release button [18] and the on / off button [14] at the same time, the Bluetooth®1) connection will reset and disconnect the current smartphone. This allows a new smartphone to be connected quickly.

Note: This product also works fundamentally without an app. If you want to use other functions (such as zoom, panorama, tracking and time-lapse), you must download the app.

Folding and unfolding

Unfold:

Unfold the gimbal at the joint until it is fixed in place.

Fold in:

Fold in the gimbal at the joint.
Snap the arm into the folding holder by the handle.

Charging

The battery must be fully charged before using the unit for the first time. The charging time is about 80 minutes if the unit is charged directly from a mains socket and an adapter with 5.0 V 2.0 A (not included).

Battery Level Indicator

First LED light flashes means: Battery 0-25 % charged.
First LED light on, second flashing means: Battery 25-50% charged.
Two LED lights on, third flashing means: Battery 50-75 % charged.
Three LED lights on, fourth flashing, means: Battery 75-99 % charged.
All four LED lights on means: 100 % charged.

The battery level indicator [9] flashes during charging.
When charging is complete, all LEDs light up.

This product supports fast charging, we recommend using an adapter with 5.0 V DC Symbol 2.0 A to charge the gimbal.
Use while charging is possible.

Attaching the Smartphone

This product supports switching on without a smartphone, and allows the phone to be removed even during use, e.g. when you receive a call. Insert the smartphone as follows:

Place one side of the smartphone in the smartphone holder [1].
Push the upper part of the holder upwards to enlarge the holder and then push the smartphone into the holder.
Make sure that the smartphone is correctly inserted and cannot fall out.

NOTE:

The smartphone‘s home button should face the motor of the tilt axis. Please also make sure that the smartphone is firmly attached to prevent vibration or jerking of the gimbal. If any part of the gimbal appears in the shot, push the smartphone slightly away from the tilt motor until the gimbal is no longer visible in the picture.
We strongly recommend removing the smartphone case.
Attaching the Smartphone

Control

Power button [1]

ON: Press and hold for one second until the LEDs light up and a signal tone sounds.
OFF: Press and hold for one second until the LEDs are off and a signal tone sounds. The gimbal automatically retracts to the folded position.
Press once: High landscape format change.
Press twice: Switch from photo to video mode*.
Press three times: Change from rear to front camera*.

Mode button [2]

Press the mode button to switch between the different modes.

Follow all (AF): Tilt axis and pan axis follow all movements. The roll axis remains blocked.
Pan follow (HF): Tilt and roll axis are both locked, pan axis follows movement.
All locked (LF): The smartphone remains in its current orientation/position.
First-person view (FPV): Pan, tilt and roll axis follow the movement of the handle
Press twice: Return to starting position.
Press three times: Open face or object tracking.

Joystick [A/B]

Pan right/left [A]
Tilt up/down [B]

Shutter release [3]

Take photo or start/stop video recording
You can switch between photo and video mode in the app.

*only possible with the Smart Gimbal 2 app.

Work Opportunities

Normal:

Hold the gimbal vertically. Works in portrait and landscape format.

Ground:

Hold the gimbal upside down to enter ground mode to capture images from a low position.

Side grip:

Rotate the gimbal 90° to the right or left to switch from upright to side grip mode. Works in portrait and landscape mode.

Technical Data

Tilt angle: 160°
Roll angle: 325°
Tilt angle: 340°
Maximum payload: 280 g
Working temperature: 0°C – 40C°
Controllable tilt angle: + 30° / – 30°
Controllable roll angle: + 90° / – 90°
Controllable tilt angle: + 240° / – 100°
Working voltage: 3.4 – 4.2 V (standard 3.7 V)
Radio frequency: 2.402 GHz – 2.480 GHz
Maximum transmission power: 7 dBm
Compatible smartphone:
- iPhone* 13 / Mini / Pro / Pro Max
- iPhone* 12 / Mini / Pro / Pro Max
- Samsung Galaxy S22 / + / Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S21 / + / Ultra
- Huawei P50 Pro
- Huawei P40 / Lite / Pro and other smartphones with a width of 55 – 90 mm (max. weight 280 g)
- Diagonal: ≥ 180 mm
- Thickness: 55 – 90 mm
- Depth: ≥ 9.5mm

Technical Data

Working currency: 150 – 3,000 mA (standard 1500 mA)
Charging time: 80 minutes (when using an adapter with an output of 5.0 V 2.0 A)
Battery capacity: 2,000 mAh
Operating time: 4.5 – 5 hours
App: Yes
Charging current: 5.0 V 2.0 A
Dimensions Unfolded: 260 x 130 x 88 mm
Folded: 152 x 110 x 46.6 mm
Weight: 355 g
What‘s in the box: Steady Butler Mobile 3 SE, mini tripod, USB-C cable, hand strap, manual

Design and technical data are subject to change without notice. Smartphones not included in the scope of delivery.
*iPhone“ is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of the
Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Rollei is under licence. Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners. Smartphones not included in the scope of delivery.

Disclaimer

Please install and use the product according to the manual! 2) Make sure that the gimbal and the smartphone are firmly connected before switching on!
Make sure that the gimbal and the smartphone are firmly connected before switching on the device!
Keep the battery away from fire and other sources of heat!
Any illegal uses are prohibited while using this device. Users are responsible for their own conduct regarding the purchase and use of the products.
Modification or damage due to improper use will void all warranty claims.

Warnings

Protect the product from moisture. Do not touch it with wet/damp hands and do not immerse it in water.
This product is not waterproof! Do not use this product in the rain or in wet environments.
Do not film car, bus, bicycle, motorbike drivers or train drivers while driving with this product. The driver may be blinded and cause an accident. This also applies to persons or groups not listed if an accident could be caused by possible glare.
Danger of explosion! Do not use the unit near flammable gases or liquids.
Keep the appliance away from children.
Please have the product checked by an authorised service centre if a problem occurs. You are not allowed to disassemble the product in case of malfunction. Otherwise, your warranty will be void.

Safety Instructions

Intended use

The gimbal may only be used to take photos and videos. It is only suitable for private and not for commercial use. You may use the Gimbal only as described in the instruction manual. Any other use is considered improper and may cause damage to property and loss of data. Manufacturers or dealers accept no liability for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use.

Danger from electric current!
Faulty electrical installations or excessive mains voltage can cause electric shock.

Only connect the Gimbal if the mains voltage of the USB socket matches the specifications on the type plate.
Only connect the Gimbal to an easily accessible power outlet so that you can disconnect it quickly from the mains if problems occur.
Do not use the gimbal if it is visibly damaged or if the cable is defective.
If the gimbal or its accessories are damaged, they must be replaced or repaired by the manufacturer, its service department or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazards.
The housing must not be opened and repairs must only be carried out by a specialist. Contact a specialist workshop for this purpose. All liability and warranty claims are excluded in the event of repairs by the user, improper connection or incorrect operation.
Do not immerse the gimbal or cable in water or other liquids.
Never touch the gimbal with wet hands.
Do not place objects with open flames, such as candles, or objects filled with liquid, such as a vase, on the product.
Keep gimbal and cable away from open flames and hot surfaces.
Route the power cord so that it does not present a trip hazard.
Do not bend the power cord or lay it over sharp edges.
Never store the gimbal in a place where it could fall into a tub or sink.
Never touch an electrical appliance that has fallen into water.
Do not expose the built-in battery to strong heat such as sunlight, fire, etc. Risk of fire and explosion.
If you do not use the Gimbal for a longer period of time or if a device malfunction occurs, be sure to switch off the device.

CAUTION! Danger to children and persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities (e.g. partially disabled, elderly persons with limited physical and mental abilities) or lack of experience and know-how (e.g. elderly children).

This gimbal may be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and know-how, provided that they are supervised or have received instructions for the safe use of the gimbal and understand the potential hazards arising from its use. Children must not play with the gimbal. The gimbal must not be cleaned or cared for by children. Keep children under the age of eight away from the gimbal.
Do not insert any objects into the gimbal.
Do not leave the gimbal unattended during operation.
Do not place the gimbal on the edge or edge of a work surface.
Do not expose the gimbal to high temperatures (e.g. heating heat). Never pour liquids on the gimbal.
Do not immerse the gimbal in water for cleaning and do not use a steam cleaner. Otherwise the gimbal could be damaged.
Do not use the gimbal if cracks or cracks appear on any part or if any part is deformed. Only replace damaged parts with original spare parts.
Damage to the electronics or accessories due to external influences such as impact, dropping or other influences are not covered by the warranty and repairs are subject to a charge.

Battery Warning

Never dismantle, crush, or pierce the battery, or allow the battery to short-circuit. Do not expose battery being placed in high temperature environment, if battery leaks or bulges, stop continue to use.
Always charge using the charger. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Batteries may explode if exposed to fire. Never throw batteries into the fire.
Never exchange batteries by yourself, please let it be done by the retailer.
Dispose used batteries by observing local regulations.
Before disposing the device, please remove the battery.

Attention: It is not allowed to exchange the battery independently!

Disposal

Dispose of the packaging correctly. For this purpose, use the local facilities for collecting paper, cardboard and light packaging. (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with systems for the separate collection of recyclable materials).

Appliances marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with household waste! You are legally obliged to dispose of old appliances separately from household waste. Information on collection points that accept old appliances free of charge can be obtained from your community or municipal administration.

Batteries and rechargeable batteries must not be disposed of in household waste! As a consumer, you are legally obliged to dispose of all batteries and accumulators in an environmentally sound manner, regardless of whether or not they contain harmful substances*. Rechargeable batteries and batteries are therefore marked with the adjacent symbol. For more information, please contact your dealer or the return and collection points in your community.

*marked with: Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead.