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Contents ■■ Packing List ■■ Get to Know WEEBILL LAB Get to Know WEEBILL LAB····························································2 ■■ Preparing and Charging the Batteries Charger and Battery Description··················································3 Charging Procedure·······································································4 ■■ Installation Tripod Installation··········································································5 Battery Installation ·····························
■■ Calibration and Firmware Upgrade When to Calibrate the Stabilizer··················································20 Initialization Method····································································20 Six-side Calibration········································································21 Motor Fine-tuning·········································································22 Firmware Upgrade ········································································22 ■■ Product Specific
Packing List The product package comes with the following items. In case that any item is found missing, please contact ZHIYUN or your local selling agent.
Get to Know WEEBILL LAB Get to Know WEEBILL LAB 1 2 3 4 14 15 16 17 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 18 19 20 21 22 13 1. Camera Control Interface 13. Tripod 2. Thumb Screw 14. Tilt Axis Motor 3. Follow Focus Control Interface 15. Tilt Axis Latch 4. Quick Release Button 16. Camera Control Module 5. Lens Support 17. Roll Axis Motor 6. Quick Release Lock Screw 18. Roll Axis Latch 7. Safety Lock 19. Pan Axis Latch 8. Pan Axis Motor 20. Battery Compartment 9. Thumb Screw 21.
Preparing and Charging the Batteries When using WEEBILL LAB for the first time, please fully charge and activate the batteries with the dedicated charging device contained in the package to ensure normal use of the product. Charger and Battery Description Charger Specifications Name: 18650*2 Li-ion Battery Charger Model: ZC-18650-2 Input: 5V : 2400mA Output: 4.2V : 800mA*2 •Shines solid RED light when charging.
Preparing and Charging the Batteries Charging Procedure 1. Insert the batteries into the charger in the right direction (positive/negative end) accordingly. 2. Connect the charger to the adapter via the Micro USB cable. 3. Plug the adapter into an USB power outlet to start charging. USB Cable Adapter Power Supply 1. Battery charging may fail when the power supply is insufficient (for instance, when the current of the adapter is lower than 500mA).
Installation Each axis of the gimbal is equipped with a latch. You can use these latches to lock the axes for convenient installation and storage. Locked for installation Locked for storage Tripod Installation Get the tripod ready and mount it to the 1/4"-3/8" threaded hole at the bottom of the stabilizer, then unfold the tripod on a flat surface. You can also install the tripod onto the base of battery compartment to enter Sling Mode.
Installation Battery Installation Slide out the cover of the battery compartment and load two ZHIYUN 18650 lithium batteries (note the positive and negative directions). Camera Installation a. Take out the quick release plate module and press the Quick Release Button to take out the Arca quick release plate. b. Mount the camera on the backing base as above, then mount it on the quick release plate and tighten the 1/4’’ screw at its bottom. c.
Installation Camera Control Cable Connection Connect the two ends of the camera control cable included in the package to the control interface of the camera and stabilizer. Interface Type Camera Model Photo Video AV TV ISO EV Image Transmission Multi USB Sonyα6300 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Tpye-C Panasonic GH5 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 1. If the camera uses type-c interface control, please connect with the type-c adapter included in the package. 2. The list above is based on Sony a6300 and Panasonic GH5.
Balance Adjustment Balance Adjustment To facilitate the adjustment procedure, we recommend locking the three axes of WEEBILL LAB the way as camera-mounted state, then unlock and make balance adjustment of the axes one by one. ❶U nlock the tilt axis and the camera locking latch, push the camera to move forward or backward until the camera can stay still and almost level with its lens facing front (as shown on the right). Complete this step by tightening up the camera mounting thumb screw.
Balance Adjustment ❹U nlock the pan axis, slightly loosen the thumb screw on it, then adjust the pan axis until it stays still and horizontal to the ground (as shown on the right). Complete this step by tightening up thumb screw. If the camera hinders rotation of any screw, please pull up and turn round the screw, then rotate again to tighten up. Before turning on the stabilizer, make sure the three motors are unlocked and can move freely.
How to Use Buttons Description 1 2 7 3 8 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 15 14 12 13 ❶ Focus/Zoom Control Wheel* Once connected to the servo follow focus motor, the focus/zoom control wheel on the gimbal will be able to drive the follow focus motor.
How to Use ❽ Joystick Four-way direction control of the camera/lens on the stabilizer. ❾ Video [ ] Single press to start/end video recording. ❿ Reserved functional button[ LV ] Reserved functional button ⓫ Right[ ► ] ●●In main screen, single press to move to next option. ●●In menu screen, single press to confirm selection. ⓬ Dial ●●In main screen, rotate the dial to adjust camera parameters. ●●In menu screen, rotate the dial to switch between options. ⓭ Menu[ ●●● ] Single press to enter or exit menu screen.
How to Use OLED Screen Interface Description Display screen with camera params settings Display screen with stabilizer modes (camera params settings unavailable) Menu Screen Icon Description : Camera Connection Status Video Mode Photo Mode Battery Level (stabilizer) PF L POV F GO V AV TV ISO Pan Following Mode Locking Mode Point Of View Mode Following Mode PhoneGo Mode Vortex Mode Aperture Value Shutter Speed Value ISO EV 12
How to Use Menu Option Description motor (Motor Torque Setting) wheel (Control Wheel Setting) low medium high Low-torque Medium-torque High-torque low Low Sensitivity sensi (control wheel medium Medium sensitivity sensitivity) high High Sensitivity Set the current wheel position A as A point Max Set the current wheel position B as B point clear Clear AB Points ABpoint 1 (AB Point) Set the current wheel position A as A point Lite Set the current wheel position B as B point clear Clear AB Points handle Pr
How to Use Motor Torque Adjustment The motor torque of the stabilizer shall be adjusted by 3 levels to adapt to the specific camera and lens applied for ideal performance. How to adjust : 1. Single press Menu and rotate the dial to "motor", then press right to enter motor torque setting. 2. Rotate the dial to choose the appropriate motor force and press right to confirm the option.
How to Use Control Mode Description Motors circled in red will auto move with the stabilizer, while motors circled in grey are locked instead of moving with the stabilizer. Tilt Axis Roll Axis Tilt Axis Roll Axis Pan Axis Pan Axis Pan Following Mode (PF): Push up the PF/L mode switch The camera pans left/right following the movement of the stabilizer while the tilt and roll axes are locked. Push the joystick up/down allows manual control of the tilt axis.
How to Use Tilt Axis Tilt Axis Roll Axis Roll Axis Pan Axis Pan Axis PhoneGo Mode (GO): Press the PhoneGo Mode button The camera pans left/right and tilts up/down following the movement of the stabilizer in faster speed while the roll axis is locked. Sling Mode Vortex Mode (V): Double press the POV mode button The camera tilts with a 90° angle and pans to follow the movement of the handle with unlimited 360° rotation while the roll axis is locked.
How to Use Manual Angle Lock Under pan following mode and locking mode, you can manually rotate the camera to a certain angle, then loosen your grip and the camera position will be fixed. Under pan following mode, you can manually adjust the angle of tilt axis. Under locking mode, you can manually adjust the angle of pan axis and tilt axis.
APP Operations Image Transmission System and APP Operations 1. WEEBILL LAB image transmission system can only be applied in combination with mobile APP "ZY Play". 2. Before using the image transmission system, please confirm that the camera control cable is properly connected. 3. For Sony camera, please confirm the USB connection setting of the camera is set as computer remote control mode, and the static image storage in the computer remote control is set as computer + camera device.
APP Operations How to Connect Stabilizer to Smartphone/Tablet 1. Power on the stabilizer and connect the stabilizer with the camera with the corresponding camera control cable. Turn on Bluetooth and WIFI on the mobile device. 2. Open "ZY Play" and select the product page corresponding to WEEBILL LAB. Click "connect device", and select the stabilizer with the corresponding Bluetooth name (the Bluetooth name WEEBILL LAB_XXXX can be viewed in About). 3.
Calibration and Firmware Upgrade When to Calibrate the Stabilizer Please calibrate the stabilizer when necessary. Syndromes that requires calibration How to calibrate 1. Slight deviation is found in the tilt angle of the camera in level position after startup. 2. Slight deviation is found in the roll angle of the camera in Initializing the level position after startup. stabilizer 3. Frequent small angle correction is found when the camera is in level position while the stabilizer stays still. 1.
Calibration and Firmware Upgrade Six-side Calibration Six-side calibration via OLED display guide 1. Power on the stabilizer and enter standby mode, then press menu and rotate the dial to "calibration" option. Press right to confirm selection. 2. As seen below, conduct six-side calibration following the 6 steps shown in the graphs, finish by pressing any button to exit the menu. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 Six-side calibration through APP Connect the stabilizer to "ZY Play".
Calibration and Firmware Upgrade Motor Fine-tuning Fine tune the motor through stabilizer: 1. Power on the stabilizer and enter standby mode, then rotate the dial and press right to enter the "angle" option; 2. Adjust the value of the tilt and roll axis angle to your actual needs. Fine tune the motor through APP Connect the stabilizer to "ZY Play". Enter "Gimbal Settings", and adjust the value of the tilt and roll axis angle to your actual needs.
Product Specifications Product Model: CR104 Min. Standard Max. Charging Voltage 6.4V - 8.
Disclaimer and Warning Thank you for purchasing ZHIYUN WEEBILL LAB. The information contains herein affects your safety, legitimate rights and obligation. Please read this instruction carefully to ensure proper configuration before use. Failure to read and follow this instruction and warnings herein may result in serious injury to you or bystanders, or damage to your device or property. Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Disclaimer and Warning Safe Operation Guidelines CAUTION: 1. WEEBILL LAB is a high-precision control device. Damage may be caused to WEEBILL LAB 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 WEEBILL LAB is turned on. 3. WEEBILL LAB is not waterproof. Prevent contacts of any kind of liquid or cleaner with WEEBILL LAB. It is recommended to use dry cloth for cleaning. 4.
Disclaimer and Warning 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 or eyes, 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.
Disclaimer and Warning 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 use the battery when the temperature is too high or too low; 4. Do not store the battery in any environment with a temperature of over 60°C. Battery Disposal 1. Please fully discharge the battery before putting it in the designated recycling bin.
Warranty Card Warranty Period 1. Customers are entitled to replacement or free repair service in case of quality defect(s) found in 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 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. 3.
Warranty Card Product model: CR104 Customer information Customer Name : Contact No : Address : Sales Information Sales Date : Prod. Serial No : Dealer ： Contact No : #1 Maintenance Record Service Date : Signature of Repairman : Cause of Problem : Service Result : □Solved □Unsolved □Refunded (Replaced) Certificate of Quality This product is confirmed to meet quality standards and permitted for sale after strict inspection. QC Inspector: Please download the latest version from www.zhiyun-tech.
