Introduction
The AXNEN HQ6 is a versatile 3-axis handheld gimbal stabilizer designed for smartphones, enhancing your video recording experience with smooth, stable footage. It features a built-in fill light, intelligent face and object tracking, and various creative shooting modes, making it an ideal tool for content creators, vloggers, and anyone looking to capture professional-quality videos with their mobile device.
Package Contents
The AXNEN HQ6 Gimbal is available in two bundle options:
- Bundle 1: AXNEN HQ6 Gimbal, USB Cable, User Manual, Mini Tripod, Color Box.
- Bundle 2: AXNEN HQ6 Gimbal, USB Cable, User Manual, Mini Tripod, Color Box, Remote Control, Storage Bag.
Setup
1. Unlocking the Gimbal Axes
IMPORTANT: Before powering on the HQ6, you must unlock both the Tilt and Roll axes. Failure to do so can damage the gimbal motor.
- Unlock Tilt Axis: Gently rotate the gimbal arm to release the tilt axis lock.
- Unlock Roll Axis: Gently rotate the gimbal arm to release the roll axis lock.
2. Mounting Your Smartphone
Ensure your smartphone is compatible with the gimbal's dimensions and weight capacity:
- Width: Between 55-90mm
- Thickness: Less than 11mm
- Weight: Less than 280g (Max.)
Carefully place your smartphone into the phone holder, ensuring it is centered for optimal balance. This helps prevent motor strain and improves stabilization performance.
3. Charging the Gimbal
The AXNEN HQ6 is equipped with a 3600mAh battery, providing approximately 7-8 hours of continuous use on a single charge. A full charge typically takes about 3 hours.
- Connect the provided USB cable to the charging port on the gimbal and a suitable USB power source.
- The battery indicator lights will show the charging status.
4. App Download and Connection
To unlock the full potential of your HQ6 gimbal, download and connect to the official app, "Gimbal Show".
- Scan the QR code provided in the manual or on the product packaging, or search for "Gimbal Show" in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Install the app on your smartphone.
- Turn on the HQ6 gimbal (after unlocking axes and mounting phone).
- Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone and open the "Gimbal Show" app.
- Follow the in-app instructions to connect your gimbal.
Operating Instructions
Product Overview and Controls
The HQ6 gimbal features the following main components and controls:
- Phone Holder: Secures your smartphone.
- LED Fill Light: Provides adjustable illumination.
- Roll Axis, Tilt Axis, Pan Axis: Motorized axes for stabilization.
- Rotary Shaft Locking Knob: Secures the gimbal arms when folded.
- M Button/Power Button: Multi-functional button for power and mode switching.
- Camera Button: Controls photo and video recording.
- Charging Port: USB-C port for charging.
- Power Button for Fill Light: Controls the built-in fill light.
- Trigger Button: Quick action button for various modes.
- Handle: Ergonomic grip for comfortable use.
- Hang Hole: For attaching a lanyard.
- 1/4 Thread Screw: For mounting accessories like a tripod.
- Mode Indicator/Battery Indicator: Displays current mode and battery level.
- Joystick: Controls gimbal rotation.
- Zoom Slider: Controls digital zoom (requires app connection).
Button Functions
- M Button/Power Button:
- Long press: Turn on/off the gimbal.
- Single press: Switch between PF (Semi Follow), AF (All Follow), AL (Lock Full), FV (First Person View) modes.
- Double press: Switch between horizontal and vertical shooting.
- Triple press: Display remaining power.
- Camera Button:
- Single press: Trigger photo/video recording.
- Double press: Switch between shooting and recording modes in the app.
- Triple press: Switch between front and rear cameras.
- Power Button for Fill Light:
- Single press: Cycle through cold white, warm yellow, cold white + warm yellow colors, and adjust brightness levels.
- Double press: Activate flash mode (SOS).
- Long press: Turn off the fill light.
- Joystick: Push up, down, left, and right to control the stabilizer's pan and tilt rotation.
- Trigger Button:
- Single press: App lock destination (person or object).
- Triple press: Activate Inception mode.
- Long press: Activate lock mode.
- Single press + Long press: Activate Mad Dog mode (fast transitions).
- Zoom Slider: Slide up to zoom in, slide down to zoom out (requires app connection).
Shooting Modes
The AXNEN HQ6 offers a variety of shooting modes to suit different scenarios:
- Semi Follow Mode (PF): (Default upon powering on) Tilt and Roll axes are locked. The Pan axis rotates smoothly with the handle's movement.
- All Follow Mode (AF): The Roll axis is locked. The Pan axis (left/right) and Tilt axis (up/down) will follow the movement of the handle.
- Lock Full Mode (AL): All Pan, Tilt, and Roll axes are locked. The camera's orientation remains fixed, independent of handle movement.
- First Person View (FV): All Pan, Tilt, and Roll axes follow the movement of the handle, simulating a first-person visual effect.
- Inception Mode: The lens automatically rotates to create a cinematic, spinning effect. Activate by triple-pressing the trigger button.
- Semi-mad Dog Mode (PF fast flash): An upgraded version of PF mode, speeding up transitions for dynamic shots. Activate in PF mode by single-pressing and long-pressing the trigger button.
- Mad Dog Mode (AF fast flash): An upgraded version of AF mode, speeding up transitions for dynamic shots. Activate in AF mode by single-pressing and long-pressing the trigger button.
Special Features
- Adjustable Fill Light: Built-in light with three color temperatures (white, mixed, warm) and three brightness levels for each. Includes a flash (SOS) mode.
- AI Intelligent Tracking (in APP): Uses intelligent image recognition to follow target faces, objects, animals, or even buildings.
- Gesture Control (in APP): Control photo/video capture, shooting modes, face tracking, and vertical/horizontal switching using hand gestures:
- Scissor Gesture: Initiates a 3-second countdown shot.
- Palm Gesture: Switches between taking video or picture.
- OK Gesture: Starts/stops face tracking.
- Thumbs-up Gesture: Switches between vertical and horizontal shooting.
- Panoramic Shooting & Clone Me: Capture expansive scenes with Panorama 180° and Panorama 3x3 modes, or create unique multi-person shots with CloneMe mode.
- Time-lapse Photography: Supports dynamic, trajectory, and static time-lapse photography for creative video sequences.
- Inception Movie Mode (in APP): After connecting to the app, enter Inception movie mode to achieve magical, rotating video effects.
- Dyna-Zoom: Achieve visually appealing, movie-quality blockbuster effects through the lens with Dyna-Zoom mode.
- One Key Switch between Horizontal and Vertical Shooting: Double-press the 'M' button to quickly switch between horizontal and vertical orientations.
- Low-angle Follow Shoot: Capture unique perspectives with low-angle follow shots.
Maintenance
- Cleaning: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the gimbal. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.
- Storage: When not in use, fold the gimbal and store it in a dry, cool place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Use the provided storage bag (if applicable) for protection.
- Battery Care: For long-term storage, ensure the battery is charged to about 50-60%. Recharge every 3 months to maintain battery health.
- Avoid Impact: Protect the gimbal from drops or impacts, which can damage the motors and internal components.
Troubleshooting
- Gimbal not turning on or motor damage: Ensure both the Tilt and Roll axes are unlocked before powering on the gimbal. Refer to the "Unlocking the Gimbal Axes" section.
- Zoom function not working: The zoom slider functionality requires the gimbal to be successfully connected to the "Gimbal Show" app. Ensure the app is open and connected via Bluetooth.
- Gimbal unstable or vibrating: Verify that your smartphone is properly mounted and centered in the phone holder. Check that its weight, width, and thickness are within the specified limits (width 55-90mm, thickness < 11mm, weight < 280g).
- App connection issues: Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone and the gimbal is powered on. Try restarting both the gimbal and the app.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | AXNEN |
| Model Name | HQ6 |
| Category | Handheld Gimbals |
| Type | Handheld Gimbal |
| Number of Axes | 3-Axis |
| Folded Size | 163*119*50mm |
| Weight (Gimbal) | 378g |
| Main Materials | PA66 |
| Structure Rotation Angle (Pan) | 320° |
| Structure Rotation Angle (Roll) | 330° |
| Structure Rotation Angle (Tilt) | 330° |
| Control Rotation Angle (Pan) | 300° |
| Control Rotation Angle (Roll) | 320° |
| Control Rotation Angle (Tilt) | 65° |
| Supported Mobile Device Width | 55-90mm |
| Supported Mobile Device Thickness | < 11mm |
| Supported Mobile Device Weight | < 280g |
| Battery Capacity | 3600mAh |
| Working Hours | 7-8 hours |
| Communication | Bluetooth |
| Features | Face Recognition, Following Shooting Mode, Built-in Fill Light, App Control, Zoom, 3-Axis Foldable, Object Tracking, Inception Mode, Gesture Control |
| Support Remote Control | Yes |
| Vertical Shooting | Yes |
| App Setting | Yes |
| Camera Integration | No |
| Charging for Mobile Device | No |
| Package | Yes |
| Configured For | Smartphones |
| Certification | CE, FCC |
| Origin | Mainland China |
| Mini Tripod Specifications | |
| Product Size (Folded) | 32.5x32.5x95mm |
| Product Weight | 40g |
| Main Materials | PA66 |
| Interface | 1/4" standard screw |
User Tips
- Always unlock the gimbal's Tilt and Roll axes before powering it on to prevent potential motor damage.
- For optimal stabilization and to avoid motor strain, ensure your smartphone is properly balanced and within the specified weight and size limits (width 55-90mm, thickness < 11mm, weight < 280g).
- To access advanced features like zoom, AI tracking, and various creative shooting modes, make sure the gimbal is connected to the "Gimbal Show" app via Bluetooth.
- Utilize the built-in fill light to improve lighting in low-light conditions, adjusting color temperature and brightness as needed.
- Experiment with different shooting modes (PF, AF, AL, FV, Inception, Mad Dog) to find the best fit for your desired video style.
Warranty and Support
For any product inquiries, technical support, or warranty claims, please contact the seller or manufacturer directly. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase.