CRANE by ZYND digit stabilizer User Guide - EN
Summary
Elevate your video content with this professional 3-axis gimbal stabilizer. This comprehensive user guide is essential reading for content creators, videographers, and tech enthusiasts seeking smooth, stabilized footage. It walks you through everything from initial setup and battery charging to advanced functions like camera mounting, balance adjustment, and utilizing sophisticated control modes via the companion app. Master operation safely and efficiently to capture cinematic quality shots every time.
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CRANE User Guide
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CRANE User Guide
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Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co., Ltd.
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Contents Packing List ···························································································1 Disclaimer and Warning ······························································...
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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. Crane 3-Axis Gimbal Battery Stabilizer Compa...
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Disclaimer and Warning Thank you for using ZHIYUN CRANE. The information contains herein affects your safety and your legal rights and responsibilities. Read this entire document carefully to ensure p...
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Disclaimer and Warning Warning Read the ENTIRE User Guide to become familiar with the features of this product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the pr...
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Disclaimer and Warning Battery Safety Guidelines 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...
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Disclaimer and Warning 13.Do not place the battery cell on a conductive surface (such as a metal desk surface). 14. Prevent use of wires or other metal objects that could cause positive and negative s...
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Disclaimer and Warning 3. Do not transport damaged batteries. When transporting, be sure to discharge the battery to less than 50%. Battery Disposal Dispose of the battery in specific recycling boxes ...
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Quick Start Guide Get to Know CRANE Check the product package before use, make sure that all items below have arrived with the product. In case that any item is found missing, please contact ZHIYUN or...
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Preparing and Charging the Batteries Before using CRANE for the first time, please fully charge the batteries to activate and ensure normal operation by using the charger that comes in the package. Na...
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Camera Installation Operation Method Top Down Mode Bottom Up Mode Gimbal balance shall be properly adjusted before accessing Bottom Up mode. Do not rotate the handle while turning it straight up/down ...
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Camera Installation Mount the camera in parallel with the mounting plate, match the 1/4" Threaded Hole at the bottom of the camera with the empty slot of the mounting plate. Move the camera as cl...
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Balance Adjustment Level Adjustment on Tilt Axis Mounting Plate Loosen the thumbscrew at the bottom of the quick mounting plate to allow forward and backward sliding of the plate. Push the camera forw...
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Balance Adjustment Firstly, loosen Thumb Screw ❷ (rotate for 3 times). Adjust the Tilt Axis until the camera can stay still with the lens facing up (i.e. the camera stays still and vertical to the gro...
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Balance Adjustment Level Adjustment on Pan Axis Loosen Thumb Screw ❸ . Adjust the Pan Axis until the camera can stay still while keeping the Vertical Arm 2 level when turned to the right/left side. Co...
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Start Up Control Panel Introduction Shifter Lever Operation In the event when a SONY camera is connected: Push Battery Level Indicator the Shifter Lever in T direction to zoom out, and in W direction ...
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Start Up How to Start Up 1. Rotate to loosen the end cover, then install two 26500 Li-ion batteries. Make sure to tighten the end cover properly after battery installation, or the stabilizer cannot be...
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Introducing Gimbal Control Modes Mode switch: Si ng The stabilizer enters Pan Following Mode by default each le Pan Pr time when powered on. Switch into Locking Mode by single Si es Following ng le pr...
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Initialization and Various Operations Initializing the Stabilizer Initialize the stabilizer under the following circumstances: 1. Slight deviation is found in the tilt angle of the camera in level pos...
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Initialization and Various Operations Firmware Upgrade Make sure batteries are installed during upgrade. 1. Visit ZHIYUN's official website: www.zhiyun-tech.com. 2. Click to open the "Downloads&q...
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APP Operations APP Download and Installation Download the APP from the “Downloads” page on ZHIYUN's official website www. zhiyun-tech.com, or by directly scanning the QR code on the left (Android 5.0 ...
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APP Operations Main Features of the APP Monitoring screen: Allows Calibration screen: checking of the stabilizer's Calibration is required when working status. deviations are found in the 3 axes and t...
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Usage of Main Accessories Panasonic Camera Control Line Applicable camera models : GH3/GH4/GH5 Compatible Stabilizer Model(s): Supported Functions: CRANE，CranePluswithfirmwareversionofV1.50 1.Sh...
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Usage of Main Accessories Sony Camera Control Line Applicable camera models : Compatible with SONY Compatible Stabilizer Model(s): cameras controlled by MULTI port. CRANE,CRANE-M，CranePluswith firm...
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Usage of Main Accessories ZW-B02 Wireless Remote Control(purchase separately) Charging Indicator MODE Button Shifter Lever Power/Shutter (Dual-function button) Joystick Bluetooth Indicator Power Level...
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Usage of Main Accessories Specifications: Power Level Indicator Charging voltage: 5V 90%-100%: quick flash for 4 times each second. Charging current: 100m A 75%-90%: quick flash for3 times each second...
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Usage of Main Accessories Crane-EH001 CRANE Extended Handle (purchase separately) Installation method: 1.Insert in the two handles from the two sides of the horizontal rod. 2.Tighten the screws on the...
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Usage of Main Accessories Top down gesture Bottom up gesture 26zhiyun-tech.com
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Product Specifications Min Standard Max Remarks Input Voltage 6.8V 8.4V 12.6V Operation Current 80m A 110m A 6000m A Operation Temperature -10° 25° 45° Tested under static operation after Operation Ti...
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Operation guide on motor torque adjustment Crane Firmware V1.52 and above supports parameter setting for motor force. Users can set the motor force to adapt to cameras with different weights via the c...
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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...
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Warranty Card Customer information Customer Name : Contact No : Address : Sales Information Sales Date : Prod. Serial No : Dealer Contact No : #1 Maintenance Record Service Date : Signature of Repairm...
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Contact Card Vimeo Weibo Website Wechat Facebook Google+ Youku Youtube Tel: +86 400 900 6868 USA Hotline: +1 808-319-6137,9:00-18:00 GMT-7,Mon-Fri Europe Hotline: +49（0）61018132180,10:00-17:00 GMT+1,M...
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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.com Thi...
Manual Details
| Brand | Crane |
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| Pages | 38 |
| File Size | 2.46 MB |
| Published | May 18, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I find any missing parts when unboxing the CRANE?
If any item listed in the Packing List is missing, you must contact ZHIYUN or your local selling agent.
What risks are associated with failing to follow the manual's instructions?
Failure to read and follow the warnings may result in serious injury, damage to property, or permanent damage to the device.
Under what conditions is the product warranty void?
The warranty does not apply if unauthorized repairs, misuse, collision, soaking, or alteration occurs.
How can I get assistance with a product issue after purchase?
Contact your local agent or ZHIYUN's customer service through email at [email protected] or visit www.zhiyun-tech.com for guidance.