DJI RS 3 PRO Quick Start Guide

Introduction

DJI RS 3 Pro is a professional single-handed 3-axis gimbal specifically designed for DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Users can calibrate the gimbal and set parameters on the screen and use the onboard buttons to control the gimbal and switch profiles and working modes. When used with the provided camera control cables, DJI RS 3 Pro can also control the camera focus, shutter, and recording. The grip has a built-in battery. After connecting to the Ronin app, it is easy to control gimbal movement and parameter settings with intelligent functions.

The gimbal features the following components:

1. Touchscreen
2. Joystick
3. Grip (Built-in battery with 1/4"-20 screw hole)
4. Camera Control Button
5. M Button
6. Power Button
7. Gimbal Mode Switch
8. Ronin Series Accessories (RSA)/NATO Ports
9. RSS Camera Control Port
10. Focus Motor Port
11. Image Transmission/Focus Motor Port
12. Front Dial
13. Trigger
14. Charging Port
15. Battery Level Button
16. Battery Level Indicators
17. Grip Lever/Safety Button

Getting Started

A. Downloading the DJI Ronin App: Scan the QR code to download the DJI Ronin App.

B. Charging the gimbal: Charge the gimbal via the USB-C port on the grip.

C. Attaching the Tripod: A tripod is attached to the bottom of the gimbal grip.

D. Attaching the Grip: The grip is attached to the bottom of the gimbal.

E. Power On: Press and hold the power button to power on the gimbal.

Mounting the camera

Mount the camera onto the gimbal.

Attach the Upper Quick-Release Plate: The camera is shown being attached to the upper quick-release plate.
Attach the Lower Quick-Release Plate and lens support: The lower quick-release plate and lens support are shown being attached to the camera.
Attach the camera to the gimbal.

Balancing

Proper balancing is crucial for gimbal performance. Follow these steps for each axis:

Balancing the vertical tilt
- Unlock the tilt axis, and loosen the mounting plate knob.
- Rotate the tilt axis so that the camera lens is pointing upward. Check to make sure the camera is not top or bottom-heavy. If top-heavy, move the camera backward. If bottom-heavy, move the camera forward.
- Tighten the knob. The vertical tilt is balanced when the camera is steady while pointing upward.
Balancing depth for the tilt axis
- Rotate the tilt axis so that the camera lens is pointing forward. Toggle the lever to the unlocked position.
- Check to make sure the camera is not front or back-heavy. If front-heavy, move the camera backward by turning the knob. If back-heavy, move the camera forward.
- Toggle the lever to the locked position. The Tilt axis is balanced if the camera is steady while tilting up or down for 45 degrees.
- Lock the tilt axis.
Balancing the roll axis
- Unlock the roll axis. Toggle the lever on the roll arm to the unlocked position.
- Check the direction in which the roll motor swings. If the camera rotates to the left, move the camera to the right. If the camera rotates to the right, move the camera to the left.
- Toggle the lever on the roll arm to the locked position. The roll axis is balanced if the camera is steady.
- Lock the roll axis.
Balancing the pan axis
- Unlock the pan axis. Toggle the lever on the pan arm to the unlocked position.
- Hold the grip, tilt the camera forward, and adjust the pan arm to parallel to you. Check the movement of the pan axis. If the camera lens rotates to the left, push the pan axis to the right. If the camera lens rotates to the right, push the pan axis to the left.
- Toggle the lever on the pan arm to the locked position. The pan axis is balanced if the camera is steady when rotating the pan while lifting the grip.

Operation

Touch Screen

After installation, activation, and balancing, RS 3 Pro must be auto-tuned before it can be used.

Home: Tap gimbal calibration to start auto tune, and check the balance status. Select follow mode and follow speed by tapping the icons.
Navigation: Slide to the right to select shooting modes, slide to the left to set system settings, and slide up to enter the joystick and front wheel settings page, slide down to view the image transmission.

Button Feature

Power Button: Press and hold to turn on or off. Tap or press twice to enter or exit sleep mode.
Battery Level Button: Press once to check battery level.
Trigger: Press once to start ActiveTrack. Press and hold to enter Lock mode. Press twice to recenter the gimbal. Press three times to turn the gimbal 180° so that the camera faces you.
M Button: Tap to select a user profile. Press and hold to enter Sport mode. Press and hold while pressing twice on the trigger to stay in Sport mode. Press twice to enter portrait mode. Press three times to enter Roll 360. Press and hold the M button while holding the trigger to begin auto tune.
Camera Control Button: After connecting the camera control port and camera, press halfway for autofocus, as you would the shutter button on a camera. Press to start or stop recording. Press and hold to take a photo.
Joystick: Push the joystick up or down to control the movement of the tilt axis, and push it left or right to control the movement of the pan axis. Go to the Joystick page of the Ronin app to adjust the parameters for the pan, tilt, and roll axes.
Front Wheel: Turn the wheel to control focus.
Gimbal Mode Switch: Toggle the switch to switch the gimbal mode from PTF, PF, and FPV.

Ronin App

Use the Ronin app for more features, such as gimbal and camera settings, and force mobile control.

Firmware Update

Download the DJI Pro Assistant for Ronin software from the DJI website, and then follow the steps below to update the firmware if new firmware is available.

Connect the RS 3 Pro and the computer via USB-C cable.
Launch the DJI Pro Assistant for Ronin, select update, and wait for the process.
Reboot the RS 3 Pro.

Specifications


Model	P03P
Input Power	Model: BG30-1950mAh-15.4V Type: LiPo 4S Capacity: 1950mAh Energy: 30.3Wh
Operating Current	Voltage: 12 V-17.6 V Static Current: 0.2 A
USB Input	5V/2A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A, 15V/1.6A
Bluetooth Operating Frequency	2.4000 GHz -2.4835 GHz
Bluetooth Transmitter Power	<8 dBm
Operating Temperature	-20°C to 45°C

Compliance Information

FCC Compliance Notice

Supplier's Declaration of Conformity

Product name: DJI RS 3 PRO
Model Number: P03P
Responsible Party: DJI Technology, Inc.
Responsible Party Address: 201 S. Victory Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502
Website: www.dji.com

We, DJI Technology, Inc., being the responsible party, declare that the above-mentioned model was tested to demonstrate compliance with all applicable FCC rules and regulations.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ISED Compliance Notice

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause interference. (2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

(French translation of the ISED notice is also present in the original document.)

This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End user must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The portable device is designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established by the ISED.

Hazardous Substances (China RoHS)

The following table indicates the presence of hazardous substances in components, as per SJ/T 11364.

Component Name	Lead (Pb)	Mercury (Hg)	Cadmium (Cd)	Hexavalent Chromium (Cr+6)	Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)	Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)
Circuit Board	×	○	○	○	○	○
Shell	×	○	○	○	○	○
Display Screen	×	○	○	○	○	○
Internal Wiring	×	○	○	○	○	○
Other Accessories	×	○	○	○	○	○

Legend:
○: Indicates that the content of this hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials of this component is below the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.
×: Indicates that the content of this hazardous substance in at least one homogeneous material of this component exceeds the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.
(Product complies with EU ROHS directive environmental requirements)

KCC Compliance Notice

(Korean text indicating potential radio interference and restriction from life-safety services.)

NCC Compliance Notice

(Chinese text regarding low-power radio frequency devices.)

EU Compliance Statement

SZ DJI Osmo Technology Co., Ltd. hereby declares that this device (DJI RS 3) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at www.dji.com/euro-compliance. EU contact address: DJI GmbH, Industriestrasse 12, 97618, Niederlauer, Germany.

(Similar compliance statements are provided in multiple other languages throughout the document.)

Environmentally Friendly Disposal

Old electrical appliances must not be disposed of together with the residual waste, but have to be disposed of separately. The disposal at the communal collecting point via private persons is for free. The owner of old appliances is responsible to bring the appliances to these collecting points or to similar collection points. With this little personal effort, you contribute to recycle valuable raw materials and the treatment of toxic substances.

(Disposal information is also provided in multiple other languages throughout the document.)

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