Hohem Steady M7
AI Tracking Smartphone Gimbal
Quick Start Guide V1.0
1. Scan before Using
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2. Charging
Charging time: Approx. 3 hours
Use USB-Type C cable (5V-3A). Cable not included.
3. Mounting & Powering On
Compatible smartphones: Less than 7 inches (weight: up to 500g, width: 58mm-90mm, thickness: less than 12.5mm)
Tripod Installation & Axes Unlocking: [Diagram showing tripod installation and axes unlocking]
Mounting & Balancing (Landscape): [Diagram showing smartphone mounting and balancing in landscape mode]
Mounting & Balancing (Portrait): [Diagram showing smartphone mounting and balancing in portrait mode]
Powering On: Long press the Power Button for 3 seconds.
Watch video tutorials for mounting and balancing.
4. Bluetooth Connection
The remote automatically connects with the gimbal via Bluetooth by default.
Other Devices: iM7-XXXXXXX
To pair an Apple Watch: [Instructions for pairing with Apple Watch]
Watch video tutorials for Bluetooth connection.
5. Usage Modes
- Handheld Mode
- Extended Mode
- Remote Mode
6. Buttons on the Handle
- Power Button:
Long press: On/Off
Single press: Reverse charging (in power off state)
Double press: Enter/Exit standby mode
Press five times: Auto gimbal calibration - Trigger:
Single press: Start/Pause/Resume AI tracking (used in preview with tracking target selected or during tracking)
Double press: Recenter the gimbal
Triple press: Forward-facing/Backward-facing phone position
Press four times: Ultra-Wide-Angle Mode
Press and hold: All Lock Mode
Single press + Press and hold: Sports Mode - Side Roller:
Press the button to select the function, then rotate the roller for smooth adjustment.
- Fill Light Control:
Long press: Turn on/off the fill light
Triple press: Switch to CCT/RGB
Single press: Submenu switch (brightness/color) - Motor Rotation:
Double press: Select motor control (under focus and motor control)
Single press: Submenu switch (pan/tilt/roll) - Focus Control:
Double press: Select focus control (under focus and motor control)
- Fill Light Control:
- A-B Button:
Used to set start and end points for motion timelapse shots.
Long press: Set A/B point
Single press: Quickly return to A/B point
Double press: Smoothly rotate to A/B point (default rotation time is 1 minute, adjustable via Hohem Joy app or touchscreen)
Watch video tutorials for button functions.
7. AI Tracker
Powering On:
- Attach AI tracker.
- Toggle the switch to "ON".
Gesture Control:
- Start AI Tracking: [Gesture to start tracking]
- Stop AI Tracking: [Gesture to stop tracking]
Shutter Control: Bluetooth connection needed.
Person and Object Tracking: Ensure AI tracker is turned on.
- Swipe right on the screen.
- Real-time AI tracking preview.
- Double tap the tracking target.
- AI tracker recognizes the target and starts tracking.
Tips: Drag-select the target and single press the side button/trigger to start AI tracking. During tracking, single press the side button/trigger to pause/resume AI tracking. Triple tap the screen to stop AI tracking.
Customized Composition: [Steps for customized composition]
Front/Rear Tracking: [Instructions for front/rear tracking]
Note: It is normal for the pogo pins to heat up during use. Avoid direct contact to prevent burns.
Watch video tutorials for AI tracking.
8. Buttons on the Remote
- Side Button:
Single press: Start AI tracking (used in preview with target selected)
Pause/Resume AI tracking (used in preview during tracking)
Double press: Recenter the gimbal
Triple press: Forward-facing/Backward-facing phone position
Press four times: Ultra-Wide-Angle Mode
Long press: AI tracking calibration - Mode Button:
Single press: Switch working mode
Triple press: 360° infinite pan rotation
Press five times: Auto gimbal calibration - Zoom Lever: Lever up/down: Zoom in/out
- Shutter Button:
Half-press: Auto focus
Single press: Take a photo or start/stop recording
Double press: Photo/Video
Triple press: Front/Rear camera
Long press: Power on/off the remote (when attached to the handle, it powers the gimbal on/off simultaneously)
Notes:
[1] Used within Hohem Joy app after Bluetooth connection.
[2] Bluetooth connection needed.
[3] When the remote is attached to the handle, it will power on/off the gimbal simultaneously.
Watch video tutorials for remote functions.
9. Touchscreen Interface
Home Screen Elements:
- Joystick: Push up/down for tilt, left/right for pan. In AI tracking calibration mode, use the joystick to adjust the preview frame.
- Roller Ctrl.
- M. Balance
- PTF
- Scenario
- A/B Set.
- More Set.
Status Indicators:
- Bluetooth Connection: Connected; Disconnected
- AI Tracking: Al On; Al Pause; Al Stop
- Remote Connection: Connected; Disconnected
- Gimbal Battery: <100%; <75%; <50%; <25%; Shutting down soon
- Remote Controller Battery: <100%; <75%; <50%; <25%; Shutting down soon
Function Menus:
- Roller Control
- Motor Balance
- Gimbal Working Mode
- Scenarios (Inception, Ultra-Wide-Angle Shot, Panorama, Motion Timelapse)
- Joystick Setting
- A/B Setting
- Follow Speed
- More Settings
10. Indicators
- Bluetooth Indicator: Solid: Connected; Quick flash*3: Connection cleared; Slow flash: Firmware updating; Off: Disconnected
- Remote Connection Indicator: Solid: Remote connected; Quick flash*3: Power on/off; Slow flash: Repairing; Off: Disconnected
- Gimbal Overloading Indicator: Slow flash: Gimbal overloading; Solid: Firmware anomaly
- Gimbal Battery Indicator: Solid: 50%~100%/Fully charged; Solid: 25%~50%; Solid: < 25%; Quick flash: Shutting down soon; Pulse: Gimbal standby
11. Official APP Download (Free)
Download the Hohem Joy app from the App Store or Google Play for features like:
- Tutorials
- User Manual
- Creative Studio
- Moment Templates
- Smart Tracking
- Gesture Control
- Self Timer
- Beauty & Filters
- Camera Settings
- Gimbal Settings








