Great info Emm! Just getting started with CAME-TV gimbals and not really proficient with the software. Been awhile since I played around with the Nebula 4000 a while back. Hd a bad copy and couldn't get it to work. I like the Mini 2. I had to turn down the motors to use the a6300 an Sony 10-18. I was vibrating when tilting. Works pretty well now. Left the PID settings alone. For some reason my copy does not remember the home setting if it goes out of whack. I have to turn it off and reset it to neutral position. Not a big deal. Thanks for the video Emm!
Thanks for sharing this and your other Came TV Mini 2 videos, I have been trying to decide whether to purchase The Came TV Mini 2 or the Ronin-M, and thanks to your in depth tutorials and overview I think this will suit my needs perfectly. Thanks again and please keep sharing.
Great video. Thank you. I got a mini yesterday. Profile 3 worked fine out of box. On profile 1, when I turned left, it turned right. Will have to investigate further.
Darryl Ephraums My bad. I pulled out my Mini and followed your video and it was exactly as you explained. The only thing was clicking AUTO in the RC Trim made things worse, so I re-entered the existing settings. Everything working great!
Man, thanks for your tutorial, you are greate. I have a question, my gimbat shaking least in a certain position, because of this, should I make software updates or firmware?
+Nelstill Vibrating at certain angles has to do with PID tuning and Motor config. Either the motors have too much power or too little power. I would start with the motor power settings by reducing it on the motor that is vibrating (not all the motors). Just change the numbers a little at a time and retest. BEFORE YOU START - Always take a screenshot or write down your original settings, in case you need to revert.
+MrCheesyCam Hey, thanks for your promt answer. Can you make another video tutorial or screen shot with this problem, where I must make these configurations? Thanks again!
+Nelstill Well it's just about turning some of the settings down or up. Here's a video that might give you a basic idea: cheesycam.com/tuning-pid-settings-for-varvon-birdycam-gh4-camera/
Hi MrCheesy, is possible to resset factory the gimbal? I try to make some adjustments in SimpleBGC_GUI and after the gimbat still shaking. I try to resset to default from Menu/Board/Reset to defauls (current profile only) and my gimbal shaking worse in all parts and can not be controlled... What can I do in this case to return to the default settings before I make these adjustments. Must be resofted or there is another method reset? Thanks again for helping me!
+Nelstill Clicking on the restore button restores the board to default settings of the board, not the default settings of the gimbal. These boards are used in hundreds of different gimbals from drones to handheld systems. You basically wiped out the default settings of your gimbal. Maybe read this: cametvblog.com/restoring-your-gimbals-boards-to-their-default-profiles-7800mini-2/
I think you just saved me turning my mini 1 into a can opener ... lol Just wondering if the profiles can be accidentally wiped ? If i have done so where could i get the profiles from ?
ICS FILMS Well you don't want to wipe out your sensor positions, motor invert options, etc. Take a look at my screen, if you are on the same firmware version then you can try to copy my PID settings from my screen. That would be a good start if you don't have your PID settings anymore. Just remember that PID settings could work differently if you're on a different firmware version.
I've been working on getting my Came TV 7800 working from being an absolute wreck and have come sooooo far! I'm right on the brink of having this thing perfectly setup except for a slight drift in Yaw to the right. I've been working with the support at Came TV and they've been helpful, pointing me to the right tutorials on their blog. But this drift, just isn't working. the one thing i've noticed though is that in my GUI, the red dot on the NSEW compass is constantly moving around the compass counterclockwise. This makes me think a sensor is broken, but hopefully you know of something I may be missing? Any help is appreciated.
Hi Mr Cheesycam, I got my Came TV Mini 2 today after watching all your great reviews and it worked perfectly out of the box until I downloaded and installed SimpleBGC GUI since I intended to activate the inverted mode feature. Since I am very new to all this, I decided to do an automatic PID calibration which caused the gimbal to shake and spin like crazy. I didn't finish the calibration and turned the gimbal off. When I turned it on again, the gimbal started to shake again and spin in all directions. I hooked it up to my Mac turned of the motors using SimpleGUI and upgraded the firmware thinking that this would fix things. Unfortunately, this seemed to wipe all the default PID settings of the gimbal. I emailed Came TV about it but no response yet. Is it possible for you to send me your PID settings for the Came Mini 2 which I can use to restore all my settings? I'm using the same setup as yours - GH4 with 12-35mm lens on Came TV Mini 2. Really frustrated about this and hoping to get your help. Thanks again in advance.
***** I'm confused. If you received the gimbal, you did not have to activate any inverted mode features. It's already set to do this, just power it off, rotate frame, and then turn back on. Also why did you feel you needed to do an auto PID? The PID settings were perfect for a GH4 and 12-35mm. You can find all the default settings cametvblog.com/reset-default-pid-and-profile-settings-for-came-tv-came-mini2-gimbal/
Where in the software can i control the joystick for the came mini 1? I did a factory reset on the settings following your other video but now the joystick doesn't work. You mentioned in this video you disabled left and write but I didn't see how you did that.
There are two different types of remotes. One uses PWM and the other is analog. I'm not sure which one the Mini1 used, but if it doesn't work following this video, then you can try the other. This video might be helpful explaining an analog joystick: th-cam.com/video/mDhGF0kHr_o/w-d-xo.html
My Came Argo will not hook up to my computer or lap top via USB. Any idea why? I've been trying to calibrate and I can't figure it out. Any help is much appreciated!
Hello mr. cheesycam I am the owner of came mini2 and the bgc version is 2.55 b4 but i can't find this version nowhere.I found only 55.b3 or b6.May I use one of this versions? My best regards
+The Rejection Artist You have to download the software. You can get more information: cametvblog.com/how-do-i-download-install-and-launch-simplebgc-software-on-mac-osx/
Hello, I have a problem and maybe you can help me. Buy this same came-tv mini 2 and use it only 2 times and when you try to use it for the third time lets work but the motors do not respond gimbal is like dead... I do not press anything... I think maybe is the battery but the flash light of the charger never turn off What I can do ? Please help me...
+break2262 It's possible, but may need extra weight. I think the Micro Cinema may be too small and too light. Perhaps look at the CAME-SINGLE as another option too.
Do you know how to reset the Came Tv mini original version back to original settings. A mate played with the profile setting and now the footage from this machine is unusable. I've tried following these settings and still the same problem.
I can’t see my gimbal in the app. I have a usb data transfer cable. My Java is up to date. Also I downloaded the right Version, but i still can’t see my mini 2. Also I contacted customer support they never responded. What could be the problem?
Got my gimbal today and set it up. I got the camera to stay steady by itself, then I started using it powered on. The first few times I went about a minute before it started twitching out on me. Now, the lights are red and when I have it on the third setting it just flips out when I move it. Do you have any solutions to this? I would very much appreciate it.
+Adam Wagner Have you charged the batteries properly? These things are set to stop working or not work correctly when the battery voltage gets low. It only takes 1 or 2 volts difference before it stops working. That setting is in the software to protect the system.
+MrCheesyCam Thanks for replying. I recharged the batteries. It seems like the gimbal is only having problems when I turn it left or right (like a steering wheel). When I do that it just kind of contorts into a different position. It also doesn't handle too much aggressiveness.
i tried holding it to the correct position during gyro and accelorometer calibration, but it doesnt want to follow.. still goes back to its tilted position
No rambling that was very useful to me! I can apply that to my Pilotfly. Thanks for doing this!
Great explanation Em. That will definitely help me calibrate on location. Thnx!!!
Great info Emm! Just getting started with CAME-TV gimbals and not really proficient with the software. Been awhile since I played around with the Nebula 4000 a while back. Hd a bad copy and couldn't get it to work. I like the Mini 2. I had to turn down the motors to use the a6300 an Sony 10-18. I was vibrating when tilting. Works pretty well now. Left the PID settings alone. For some reason my copy does not remember the home setting if it goes out of whack. I have to turn it off and reset it to neutral position. Not a big deal. Thanks for the video Emm!
Thanks for sharing this and your other Came TV Mini 2 videos, I have been trying to decide whether to purchase The Came TV Mini 2 or the Ronin-M, and thanks to your in depth tutorials and overview I think this will suit my needs perfectly.
Thanks again and please keep sharing.
Great video. Thank you. I got a mini yesterday. Profile 3 worked fine out of box. On profile 1, when I turned left, it turned right. Will have to investigate further.
Darryl Ephraums My bad. I pulled out my Mini and followed your video and it was exactly as you explained. The only thing was clicking AUTO in the RC Trim made things worse, so I re-entered the existing settings. Everything working great!
Great video! Helped me out of a jam. Thanks!
I love you Emm! You're such a genius. Thanks!
Very helpful. Thank you!
Have you done a comparison between the mini2 and the came-single? I know you like the dual handles but in terms of the motors and software.
Awesome. Thanks for sharing. Definitely useful.
Man, thanks for your tutorial, you are greate. I have a question, my gimbat shaking least in a certain position, because of this, should I make software updates or firmware?
+Nelstill Vibrating at certain angles has to do with PID tuning and Motor config. Either the motors have too much power or too little power. I would start with the motor power settings by reducing it on the motor that is vibrating (not all the motors). Just change the numbers a little at a time and retest. BEFORE YOU START - Always take a screenshot or write down your original settings, in case you need to revert.
+MrCheesyCam Hey, thanks for your promt answer. Can you make another video tutorial or screen shot with this problem, where I must make these configurations? Thanks again!
+Nelstill Well it's just about turning some of the settings down or up. Here's a video that might give you a basic idea: cheesycam.com/tuning-pid-settings-for-varvon-birdycam-gh4-camera/
+MrCheesyCam Thanks for your help!
I'll come back with an answer after I make these changes. All the best!
Hi MrCheesy, is possible to resset factory the gimbal? I try to make some adjustments in SimpleBGC_GUI and after the gimbat still shaking. I try to resset to default from Menu/Board/Reset to defauls (current profile only) and my gimbal shaking worse in all parts and can not be controlled...
What can I do in this case to return to the default settings before I make these adjustments. Must be resofted or there is another method reset?
Thanks again for helping me!
+Nelstill Clicking on the restore button restores the board to default settings of the board, not the default settings of the gimbal. These boards are used in hundreds of different gimbals from drones to handheld systems. You basically wiped out the default settings of your gimbal. Maybe read this: cametvblog.com/restoring-your-gimbals-boards-to-their-default-profiles-7800mini-2/
I think you just saved me turning my mini 1 into a can opener ... lol Just wondering if the profiles can be accidentally wiped ? If i have done so where could i get the profiles from ?
ICS FILMS Well you don't want to wipe out your sensor positions, motor invert options, etc. Take a look at my screen, if you are on the same firmware version then you can try to copy my PID settings from my screen. That would be a good start if you don't have your PID settings anymore. Just remember that PID settings could work differently if you're on a different firmware version.
I've been working on getting my Came TV 7800 working from being an absolute wreck and have come sooooo far! I'm right on the brink of having this thing perfectly setup except for a slight drift in Yaw to the right. I've been working with the support at Came TV and they've been helpful, pointing me to the right tutorials on their blog. But this drift, just isn't working. the one thing i've noticed though is that in my GUI, the red dot on the NSEW compass is constantly moving around the compass counterclockwise. This makes me think a sensor is broken, but hopefully you know of something I may be missing? Any help is appreciated.
Hi Mr Cheesycam, I got my Came TV Mini 2 today after watching all your great reviews and it worked perfectly out of the box until I downloaded and installed SimpleBGC GUI since I intended to activate the inverted mode feature. Since I am very new to all this, I decided to do an automatic PID calibration which caused the gimbal to shake and spin like crazy. I didn't finish the calibration and turned the gimbal off. When I turned it on again, the gimbal started to shake again and spin in all directions. I hooked it up to my Mac turned of the motors using SimpleGUI and upgraded the firmware thinking that this would fix things.
Unfortunately, this seemed to wipe all the default PID settings of the gimbal. I emailed Came TV about it but no response yet. Is it possible for you to send me your PID settings for the Came Mini 2 which I can use to restore all my settings? I'm using the same setup as yours - GH4 with 12-35mm lens on Came TV Mini 2. Really frustrated about this and hoping to get your help. Thanks again in advance.
***** I'm confused. If you received the gimbal, you did not have to activate any inverted mode features. It's already set to do this, just power it off, rotate frame, and then turn back on.
Also why did you feel you needed to do an auto PID? The PID settings were perfect for a GH4 and 12-35mm.
You can find all the default settings cametvblog.com/reset-default-pid-and-profile-settings-for-came-tv-came-mini2-gimbal/
Where in the software can i control the joystick for the came mini 1? I did a factory reset on the settings following your other video but now the joystick doesn't work. You mentioned in this video you disabled left and write but I didn't see how you did that.
There are two different types of remotes. One uses PWM and the other is analog. I'm not sure which one the Mini1 used, but if it doesn't work following this video, then you can try the other. This video might be helpful explaining an analog joystick: th-cam.com/video/mDhGF0kHr_o/w-d-xo.html
when will we see encoders on these gimbals I wounder ?
how much is this? can my 60d use this?? would you recommend me any steadicsm thst support my 60d? other than hd 2000 etx. thanks
My Came Argo will not hook up to my computer or lap top via USB. Any idea why? I've been trying to calibrate and I can't figure it out. Any help is much appreciated!
Hello mr. cheesycam I am the owner of came mini2 and the bgc version is 2.55 b4 but i can't find this version nowhere.I found only 55.b3 or b6.May I use one of this versions?
My best regards
Hi is the software in built, like when you hook up a USB you can access all this software? Or you need to go to website?
+The Rejection Artist You have to download the software. You can get more information: cametvblog.com/how-do-i-download-install-and-launch-simplebgc-software-on-mac-osx/
Thanks.
Hello, I have a problem and maybe you can help me. Buy this same came-tv mini 2 and use it only 2 times and when you try to use it for the third time lets work but the motors do not respond gimbal is like dead... I do not press anything... I think maybe is the battery but the flash light of the charger never turn off
What I can do ?
Please help me...
can i put say a gh5 and a Ninja Infernol monitor, will that be ok, can it handle that
Can i ad another profile for really slow follow or will i get i trouble when something gets damaged?
+Max Force Yes you can add another profile in if you want. You should use Profile 4 or 5 for this.
Will this gimbal suit BM micro cinema camera? thanks.
+break2262 It's possible, but may need extra weight. I think the Micro Cinema may be too small and too light. Perhaps look at the CAME-SINGLE as another option too.
Do you know how to reset the Came Tv mini original version back to original settings. A mate played with the profile setting and now the footage from this machine is unusable.
I've tried following these settings and still the same problem.
You can contact their support, and they should have some instructions for you and possibly a profile to install.
I can’t see my gimbal in the app. I have a usb data transfer cable. My Java is up to date. Also I downloaded the right Version, but i still can’t see my mini 2. Also I contacted customer support they never responded. What could be the problem?
Got my gimbal today and set it up. I got the camera to stay steady by itself, then I started using it powered on. The first few times I went about a minute before it started twitching out on me. Now, the lights are red and when I have it on the third setting it just flips out when I move it. Do you have any solutions to this? I would very much appreciate it.
+Adam Wagner Have you charged the batteries properly? These things are set to stop working or not work correctly when the battery voltage gets low. It only takes 1 or 2 volts difference before it stops working. That setting is in the software to protect the system.
+MrCheesyCam Thanks for replying. I recharged the batteries. It seems like the gimbal is only having problems when I turn it left or right (like a steering wheel). When I do that it just kind of contorts into a different position. It also doesn't handle too much aggressiveness.
My only solution was rebalancing by hand. I'm using a GH4 with a 12-35. It's not perfect still, but it mostly works.
my beholder ec1 has horizon level issue, how should i fix this?
i tried holding it to the correct position during gyro and accelorometer calibration, but it doesnt want to follow.. still goes back to its tilted position
WOW YOU DID THIS. I APOLOGIZE FOR USING UR NAME IN MY COMPLAINT VIDEO. I TOOK THEM DOWN. UR THE SHIT STILL
i scared doing this to my came mini 2 hehehehe