Getting Started

Getting Started

  • 01. Introduction

    PIXY U is a universal 3-axis gimbal that can handle a wide variety of cameras, features Hyper quick release with integrated HDMI, a variety of I/O interfaces and ability to start up in 2 seconds.

  • 02. Features
    HDMI Hyper Quick Release
    New mechanical and electrical integration quick release features high-speed connectors allow for HDMI transmission and other I/O interface. A variety of ports on QR allow quickly interface with multiple devices such as 3rd party flight controller, remote control, auxiliary I/O.
     
     
    Universal
    Ability to adjust balancing in 3 axis allows PIXY U to mount a wide range of cameras such as FLIR DUO PRO R, WIRIS SECURITY, SONY QX30…
     
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    Heated & Temperature Controlled IMU
    Heated and temperature controlled IMU sensor allows reliable performance even in extreme weather. Temperature is maintained within 0.2 degrees Celsius accuracy.
     
     
    High Performance Gimbal Controller
    Advanced gimbal controller designed and made by Gremsy based on a 32 bit high performance ARM microprocessor providing fast response and accurate calculation. Sensor data and motors correction are updated as fast as 2000 times per second to enable incredibly smooth footage.
     
     
    CLEAN DESIGN - INTERNAL WIRING
    No exterior wires, more solid. This clean design helps the PIXY U overcome wind resistance with ease to bring out the best video quality while staying agile.
     
     
    BUILT FOR AERIAL WORK
    Light-weight and small form factor, PIXY U could be mounted to various flying platforms and enable longer flight time.
     
     
  • 03. Specification
    Product Name PIXY U
    System Type 3-Axis Digital Gyro-Stabilized
    Weight 1.0 lbs / 465 g
    Maximum payload 1.0 lbs / 465 g
    Construction All Aluminum
    Input Voltage 14 – 52V
    Input Voltage Gimbal 12V / 5A
    Working Current

    Static Current 400mA @12V

    Dynamic Current 800mA @12V

    Locked Motor Current Max 3.5A @12V

    Connection USB, CAN, UART, HDMI
    OS Platform Supported Windows / Mac
    Single Operator Follow Mode / LB2
    Dual Operator SBUS / Spektrum / PPM / LB2
    Pan Range +/- 320 degree
    Tilt Range - 45 degree / +135 degree
    Roll Range - 45 degree / 90 degree
     
  • 04. Pixy U I/O Connectors
    Hyper Quick Release Connectors & Pinouts

    POWER: 12V input. Connect the stable 12V output from the provided UBEC to this connector.
    The UBEC allows 14V-52V input range and output 12V/5A

    Connector type: JST SM02B-SFKH-TF

     
     

    COM1/CAN: COM1 is a serial protocol (UART) port which is used to interface with a computer via USB. CAN is to interface with DJI Flight controller.

    Connector type: JST SM06B-GHS-TB(LF)(SN)

     
     

    COM2/COM3: COM2/COM3 is serial protocol (UART) port, this port is internally connected to COM2/COM3 port on the gimbal controller. COM2 is to interface with Pixhawk via Mavlink protocol or other modules that use serial protocol (UART). COM3 is reserved for future use.

    Connector type: JST SM06B-GHS-TB(LF)(SN)

     
     

    SBUS/PPM: to interface with SBUS/PPM receiver. This port is internally connected to SBUS/PPM port on the gimbal controller.

    Connector type: 3 pin, 2.54mm pitch

     
     

    JR: to interface with JR/SPEKTRUM satellite receiver.

    Connector type: JST S3B-ZR

     
     

    AUX: provide 12V output (1A max) to power camera and accessories and optional signals S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6 (0.25A max) for users to connect to other devices such as AV signal or camera trigger, ....This port is internally connected to AUX port on the tilt axis.

    Do not apply power to AUX port at pin 7 and 8, doing so may damage the electronics of the gimbal.

     

    Connector type: JST GHR-08V-S

     
     

    USB: To interface with computer or upgrade firmware.

    Connector type: Micro USB type B

     
     

    HDMI: to output video from the camera.

    Connector type: HDMI micro

     
     
    TILT CONNECTORS & PINOUTS

    AUX: Provide 12V output (1A max) to power camera and accessories and optional signals S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6 (0.25A max) for users to connect to other devices such as AV signal or camera trigger, ....This port is internally connected to AUX port on the hyper quick release.

    Connector type: JST GHR-08V-S

     
     
     

    HDMI Micro: This cable allows HDMI video output from the camera to the HDMI Micro connector on the QR.

    Connector type: HDMI micro

     
     
  • 05. What's in the box
    • 01. PIXY U GIMBAL
    • 02. PIXY U ACCESSORIES
      • A. Micro USB Cable (x1)

      • B. 12V Power Cable (Backup) (x1)

      • C. UBEC (x1)

      • D. Bluetooth Module (x1)

      • E. Cable For Pixhawk (x1)

      • F. AUXILIARY Cable 8-pin (x1)

      • G. SBUS Cable (x1)

      • H. Allen Key (x1)

      • I. M2.5x5 (x6)

      • J. Camera Screws (x2)

     
     
  • 06. Hyper Quick Release
    Mounting Hyper Quick Release

    Using 4xM2.5 to mount the top part onto the frame or damping isolator.

    Pay attention to the arrow on the hyper quick release which indicates the home position or forward position of the gimbal.

     
     

    Connect the UBEC cable to the Hyper QR.

     

     
     
    Connect

    STEP 1: The marks on the top part and bottom part must be aligned. The mark on the ring should be aligned with the unlocked icon as shown in the first picture.

    STEP 2: Keep everything aligned and attach the bottom part to the top part.

    STEP 3: Rotate the ring clockwise until the mark on the ring aligned with the locked icon.

     
     
    Disconnect

    STEP 1: Rotate the ring counterclockwise.

    STEP 2: When the mark on the ring aligned with the unlock icon, the PIXY U can be detached from the top part of the Hyper Quick Release.

     
     
  • 07. Powering Up The PIXY U

    After connecting to the power supply, the gimbal will perform a series of alignments, self tests, which last about 2 seconds and the status of the gimbal will be indicated by the Status LED color. During this time, don’t touch the gimbal or camera.

    If there is a remote-control signal, changing modes or turning motors on/off by other methods will not take effect because the remote-control signal has the highest priority and will override the command.

     
    Step 1

    Make sure the Hyper Quick Release is mounted to the drone and its power port is already connected to the power supply correctly. Next, let’s mount the gimbal to the Hyper Quick Release, it will be automatically powered up.

     
    Step 2
    Wait about 2 seconds, do not touch the gimbal or camera.
     
    Step 3
    If the status LED is blinking green, the gimbal is ready for use.
     
    If the status LED is solid red, something is wrong with the gimbal and motors can not start. Connect to the software/apps to check the details of the error message.
     
    Read “LED STATUS INDICATOR” in next section for more information.
  • 08. Status LED Indicator
    STATE LED STATUS DESCRIPTION
    01 Blink Low Battery
    02 Solid System Error (Motor or IMU)
    03 Blink Calibrating
    04 Solid System Boot
    05 Blink System Ready
    06 Blink Lock Mode
    07 Solid Follow Mode
    08 Blink Remote with Lock Mode
    09 Solid Remote with Follow Mode
     
     
  • 09. Operation Modes
    PIXY U HAS 2 OPERATION MODES

    LOCK MODE: is a stabilization mode where the camera maintains orientation independently of the rest of the gimbal and the orientation can be changed by an external control signal from remote control.

    FOLLOW MODE: in this mode, the camera will mimic the operator’s movement and allows one person to control camera tilt and pan without using an external device like a remote control.

     
     
    PIXY U Supports

    SINGLE OPERATOR: using FOLLOW mode.

    DUAL OPERATOR: a second operator can use a Remote Controller (SBUS, SPEKTRUM, PPM) to control gimbal’s movement.

     
     
  • 10. Working Operation

    PIXY U has 2 working operations: Normal and Inverted.

     
    After powering up the gimbal , it will automatically detect if the gimbal is in inverted operation or normal operation based on pan motor position.
    During working, switching to other working operation made easy by changing pan motor position, the gimbal will automatically detect new type of working operation.
     
     
     
  • 11. Swithing Between Modes
    Swithing Between Modes

    Using mode channel on remote control

    POSITIONS MODES
    High Follow mode
    Motors ON
    Midle Lock mode
    Motors ON
    Low Motors OFF
     
     
     

    Using software

    If there is a remote control signal, changing modes or turning motors on/off by other methods such as using the function button or software will not take effect because the remote control signal has the highest priority and override the command.