DJI Ronin S - My FUNCTIONAL Setup for CINEMATIC footage

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I explain in detail my DJI RONIN S Setup and exactly how I built it. This rig is extremely functional and allows me to capture smooth cinematic shots while maintaining comfort. It is loaded with dual handles, an external monitor, external audio and a light (if needed) all while maintaining full range of motion with each axis. It is heavy, BUT the weight can play to your advantage even more when capturing smooth shots. Tune in for more details on how this is setup, my specific settings in the DJI Ronin S APP as well as my pro's and con's to this RIG.
Any questions at all regarding how to set this up reach out down in the comments below or DM on Insta. I will respond ASAP.
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[@James_Fredrick]

Seriously dude, this was the most straight forward, humble, and informative tech video I have watched in a long time. You hit the areas of importance immediately without a bunch of extra hoo-hah ya know? Really appreciate your ability to communicate important technical details upfront without having to exaggerate or be super vague. You gave great context and reasoning behind your set up choices and that's super important for other filmmakers/videographers who are looking for info. Keep up the amazing work, you gained a new fan today.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much for the kind comment James. Really appreciate the support and genuine feedback. I hope you are well my friend.

[@SantaKask]

Hi! Good video, yes, but as this was the top comment for me, I had to add what I noted. I watched 4 Ronin S settings videos from 4 youtubers in a row and this one did leave some stuff unexplained. As did the previous ones. How did Drew come up with his cinematic settings? Most notably, as other videos recommend a higher deadband for cinematic, this was a surprise. And thus, Drew's high deadband for the sporty mode seems weird too. But maybe there is a point to it? In all of those ronin settings videos, the authors were very certain of themselves, but they used very different settings for the similar goals they wanted to accomplish (which was usually cinematic smooth shots). For a beginner like me, this is frustrating :D So I popped in some of the different settings they provided and in my shoots I will see what works for me the best. Cheers!

[@DrewTooley]

Appreciate this comment and you providing the info you have obtained. Helps a lot. Hope all is working well for you.

[@rainiermandell6191]

Couldn't have said it better! It's like an amazing one-on-one with a great teacher. Thanks!

[@repyyc]

Best video ever for this gimbal, thank you!

[@DrewTooley]

You are welcome. Appreciate the kind comment and wish you all the best

[@John-dd6ub]

Wow! Super informative, great delivery & A+ edit. Thank you so so much.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much for the solid feedback

[@tejiriechanomi6350]

just got myself a ronin s, this was really helpful

[@СашаМакаренко-э1х]

Great deal. Just right size for us. Wish we had bought one sooner.

[@DrewTooley]

That’s awesome and ya it is a good size

[@alexanderdowney1964]

I run a similar set-up, with a Sennheiser wireless mic to do full moving interviews. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@DrewTooley]

Sennheiser is a great choice and perfect for the full moving interviews. On the list of wants :). Appreciate the support and feedback. Stay well

[@TimothyGordon]

Who in the actual f$@&k is disliking this video??? Who hurt you people?? Dude provides a high quality, FREE video showing off high his rig. COME ON.

[@DrewTooley]

haha thanks Timothy. Always going to be some haters out there. Appreciate the support and feedback and hope all is well my friend.

[@kevinsmith2212]

Definitely the best videos I have seen for the Ronin S to date. Thanks for the breakdown and sick setup.

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely. Glad it helps.

[@TheStubbyWalrus]

Seen a lot of ronin s videos, this ones the most helpful by far. Thanks!

[@DrewTooley]

So glad to hear this was beneficial and thank you so much for the kind comment. Hope you are well. Appreciate your support

[@martinvu8533]

One of the most helpful vids on KZbin about ronin a. Thank you!!!

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely Martin. Glad it helped and appreciate your feedback and support. Hope you are well.

[@gerry5550]

Hey Drew... after watching this video, I just ordered my new Ronin S! I’ve also downloaded your setup guide & ordered all the parts as well. I’m so excited & can’t wait to get it all. I haven’t received anything yet, but really looking forward to building it all up & start recording. Thanks for inspiring me! It’s something I always wanted to do & you gave me the nudge I needed 👍🙏

[@DrewTooley]

Gerry that is so awesome my friend. You will love it! I truly appreciate your support and please don’t hesitate to dm me in Instagram with any questions you may have on the setup. Happy to help any way I can. Wish you all the best in 2021

[@jacobhauenstein]

Awesome video, the only difference I would make is mounting your mic on camera. Mounted at a 45* angle on the left or directly left is the only way i have found that you can switch between underslung, overslung, reverse, and roll without ever clipping it. Depents on what you are doing, but I can't stand the in body audio, even for sync it is atrocious. I need to get a better monitor.

[@DrewTooley]

Yes dude I hear ya. Love the thoughts here and hope all is well with you. Thanks for the comment

When finishing music rolled in I thought you'll show some demo footage 😆 Anyway, nice showcase of how this could be setup. My concern is weight. 2kg bare cam, 1.8kg ronin itself, and at least 2kg or more the rest. So it's like holding 4 bottles of water on mostly straight hands lol. I've been using tiny dji osmo with phone, still after few hours it was annoying because of unusual stress on muscle.

[@DrewTooley]

It is NOT a light setup haha.

[@jovinsonripert4327]

Great video. This was very helpful.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you for the feedback and glad it was of value. Wish you all the best!

[@19review96]

Best video of this topic! Before I watched this i configured the settings by an other video and my Ronin S started to make unhealthy noises and stuff like that. With ur settings this not happend! Thank you! ❤️

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much and so glad to hear the settings work for you. I love these settings as well. Appreciate the support and feedback

[@davdgreat]

Super helpful video. Thanks for posting.

[@DrewTooley]

Thanks for the feedback and glad it was of help.

[@alecbeeson3660]

Super helpful video and presentation. Ronin-S coming in for my A7iii tomorrow!

[@DrewTooley]

That’s the best combo :) appreciate your feedback my friend

[@FranticTVtm]

Hey Drew, I found your channel by searching for Ronin reviews and I have to say that I really enjoy your videos, I think that I've watched all your video so far. Keep up the good work... BTW you're better then Peter Mckinnon.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much for all the support and feedback. It truly means a lot and I appreciate the kind words. Hope you are staying safe and doing well.

[@janbella9580]

pretty awesome! i've set mine the same as it was a mess up till now. still need to get some of those softer flat hdmi cables so the dont put unnecessary strain on motors. Thank you for the video!

[@DrewTooley]

Sorry for the delayed response here Jan. That is awesome and love the feedback. Cable management is the key. Glad it was helpful and happy filming.

[@rosesweets3498]

Thanks for the great content, but I hope to prepare an episode on how to install all of these accessories with Ronin S

[@DrewTooley]

I created a free detailed PDF with step-by-step instructions on the setup. Link in the description or go to drewtooley.com/ronin-s-setup. Hope this helps.

[@Kenny-Ross]

Thanks for the video Drew! But what is deadband?

[@DrewTooley]

Hey Kenny. Appreciate the comment and support. I created a free PDF (link in description) after making this video that goes into a lot more detail regarding settings and setup. Hopefully that will solve your question

[@Kenny-Ross]

@@DrewTooley Thank you Drew! I appreciate that. What I found online about it was this; Deadband - the movement threshold before the gimbal actually responds to your movements. www.4kshooters.net/2018/09/04/best-ronin-s-settings-for-capturing-smooth-cinematic-video/

[@DrewTooley]

Awww I misunderstood your question. Thought you were looking for the deadband setting :) yes glad you found the explanation. Wish you well my friend

[@Kenny-Ross]

@@DrewTooley I can try your settings and see what results I get. But I still haven't received the PDF

[@DrewTooley]

Sorry for the delay. Hoping you received the PDF. If not reach out through DM on instagram and we can figure it out.

[@favianmejia7446]

The other things was that in the pdf mode 1 is all set to low but in your video is set to high

[@DrewTooley]

Hmmm I will double check that and appreciate the catch. Good looking out my friend

[@ZainRiza]

I love seeing people’s rigs. Always so interesting seeing.

[@DrewTooley]

Ya always very fun to watch for me too. Can always get something out of it.

[@kaitlinboyer4180]

Thank you for this! I just got my Ronin S in the mail and needed help figuring out the best modes to set up for myself. Very informative and that is a sick setup.

[@DrewTooley]

Appreciate the feedback and have fun with your new Ronin. They are the best. Reach out if you have additional questions. Happy to help however I can.

[@dhclive]

can the roll axis clear the thumb screws of the small rig handles? I Dont think it can. i have this set up and i cant get it to clear them. edit i see what you did you didnt use the thumb screws that come with the small rig handles. that is a big omission. but i see what you did. you removed the thumb screws and used the regular alan key screws to connect small rig handle to rig. thanks for video. this step is important

[@DrewTooley]

Yes absolutely. After I made the video I realized this and recently I created a PDF showing the details of the setup. This Free PDF download (link in the description) was designed to provide a step-by-step on how to construct. Glad you were able to see this and appreciate your comment and feedback. Hope you are well my friend.

[@Jun-hj2ps]

Nice set up man and yeah, looks pretty heavy gimbal especially with those accessories.But definitely I'm gonna try to copy your style and I hope it will work for me on my next wedding gig. 🙏😎👍👍

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much Eric. It is heavier, but the weight can help with the stabilization. Let me know how it works out.

[@antoniovalente1255]

Thanks Drew for the information.

[@DrewTooley]

Of course. Glad it could help and happy to help with any other questions regarding this setup.

[@lightningbaseball8404]

Functional indeed. Solid setup and thanks for breaking it down.

[@DrewTooley]

Yes of course 👍🏼

[@khanhlouisnguyen2478]

DREW TOOLEY iii

[@charlesclairvoyance]

Hey! Absolutely LOVE this setup, any chance that you can throw up that pdf file that explains exactly how you set up the rig? Link doesn't seem to work even after signing up.

[@DrewTooley]

Hey sorry just seeing this. Can you shoot me a dm on IG and I’ll send it over to you. Sorry the link isn’t working

[@HustlewithVideos]

Drew Video Drew! Thanks a lot :) Just started playing with my Ronin S (swapped my Crane 2) hence you have speeded up my learning process :D

[@DrewTooley]

Perfect. That was my goal with this video. So glad to hear it was helpful and thank you for the comment and support. Stay well my friend and keep creating.

[@HustlewithVideos]

@@DrewTooley Thanks again Drew and I look forward to seeing more of your videos :)

[@DrewTooley]

Thanks brotha. You as well. You have been crushing your vids lately. Enjoy them.

[@shotofcar]

Thank you so much!

[@DrewTooley]

Of course. Thanks for stopping by

[@LukeMichaelJames]

Yes! Intro B Roll ON POINT dude!! I have the SC and sometimes wish i could have that extra pay load in order to use some of the accessories like you're using. Love how you put the phone on screen too man. Another cracking vid :)

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much Luke. The SC is great too, but yes like you said just tough to load on the accessories and tough with heavier cameras/lenses. Always appreciate your support and feedback brotha

[@Lannidesign]

Interesting video, I use the same parts, but the monitor doesn't work if I use the focus wheel. Do you have the same problem? DO you know how to solve it?

[@DrewTooley]

My focus wheel still works if using the zoom function. Also, the record button still works. I have not tried it with pulling focus using DJI's focus motor. My screen seems to still work. What camera are you using?

[@gsremi3047]

@drewtooley which means everytime you’re using this setup you’re filming in automatic mode right ?

[@RICHARDALVARADO]

Congrats on your 1000 sub!!

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you Richard. Really appreciate it my friend. Fun milestone to hit and hope you are well.

[@rayballinger1848]

Well, it turns out DJI came up with a proper monitor mount (DJI Adjustable Monitor Mount for Ronin-S and Ronin-SC Gimbals ). I believe it only works with the DJI Duel Handle which I ordered both. The set-up gets the monitor dead nuts center, just where you wanted it.

[@DrewTooley]

Well that sounds much easier than the process I went through I figure out how to construct haha. Glad to hear you found the solution.

[@videosymphony9902]

awesome video man , awesome vibe

[@DrewTooley]

Really appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback. Hope you are well and thanks again for the support.

[@andrewsytek]

Stellar video man! Just picked up the Ronin S and was wondering might be good to pick up for it!

[@DrewTooley]

You’re going to love it. Let me know what you end up getting to add in if you do.

[@Joeofalltradess]

Nice video man

[@DrewTooley]

Appreciate it. Hope all is well and thanks for the support

[@cristiansarmiento7920]

Thanks Drew, Great Job! Greetings from Chile

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much Christian. Wish you all the happiness and yes greetings. Would love to make it to Chile someday

[@pictureit360]

cheers buddy!!

[@DrewTooley]

Cheers my friend. Appreciate you 🤙🏼

[@blanchfromthebay]

Pretty dope setup! I been looking for a better more centered monitor mount.

[@DrewTooley]

Thanks brotha. I am transitioning to the RS2 and trying to find a center monitor mount solution for that now

[@adrianmack7750]

I have setup the Ronin exactly with your settings. However, if I want to get a good cinematic orbiting shot, what do i need to adjust? And which profile do I change? Right now, the current suggested settings do not provide a smooth 360 orbiting. This was a dope tut. Excellent job champ.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much Adrian for the kind words. As for your question. Just so I am clear are you speaking about a barrel roll shot?

[@adrianmack7750]

@@DrewTooley Hey Drew. No not the barrel roll. I’m talking about the 360 shot. Say you have a subject on a flat ground, I want to be able to pan around that subject in 360 degrees with a smooth rotation to the gimbal. Currently, your profile number 1 is awesome for quick action shots, but when I tried the orbiting, it was to robotic in its movements to follow. I hope that makes sense.

[@kodyadams1310]

@@adrianmack7750 did you ever find the right settings for this? This is exactly what I’m looking for and can’t find lol

[@adrianmack7750]

Awesome.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kickfila]

would this setup work are the new rs2....looking for a way to mount my ninja in the middle like you have it.

[@DrewTooley]

I am working on this as we speak and will create a new video soon on the RS2 when complete. This exact system won’t work, but there could be some similarities. I am trying to find the right attachments to be able to mount the monitor in the center.

[@kickfila]

@@DrewTooley so funny Drew i just got mine today and was diving into all these setups and uhhhh yea no, not working lol. Im too looking for different rig parts to help mount the ninja in the middle. Smh its a headache, i don't think they gave enough care about us and monitors on this rs 2 pro

[@gsremi3047]

Cool video , nice tips, awesome energy, Keep it up dude !

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much my friend. Hope you are well and appreciate the support

[@iammikestyle]

This is amazing. You deserve way more subscribers

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate the kind words and support. Wish you all the best.

[@StantonLuke]

Nice content! Great vibe!

[@DrewTooley]

Really appreciate it Luke. Thanks for the support and feedback. Wish you all the best

[@colinandpaige]

COMMENTING FOR THE TUBEZ

[@DrewTooley]

Always appreciated buddy. Hope you are well!

[@iammikestyle]

I need a close up of the cord management part. Felt too short. Thanks

[@iammikestyle]

My parts finally came and im trying to setup

[@DrewTooley]

Yes absolutely. I created a PDF that breaks it all down with pictures showing the cord management. Link is here: drewtooley.com/ronin-s-setup. Link is also in the description. Let me know if you still need additional help after reviewing that.

[@iammikestyle]

Drew Tooley hey drew I still haven’t received the download pdf version

[@DrewTooley]

The Mikestyle Vlog hmmm odd. When you subscribed did you receive a welcome email? Check spam too

[@iammikestyle]

Drew Tooley Yh I checked still nothing but I kind of figured it out. I just have Cords everywhere lol.

[@DrewTooley]

THE ULTIMATE Ronin S SETUP. I created a PDF download providing step by step instructions on this creation. Follow the link in the description.

[@jacobleewebster]

What MCC cable are you using to connect the Sony to the Ronin S? I tried with the the MCC-C USB and it disables IBIS and HMDI to my external monitor so I could use the focus wheel and the monitor at the same time, it was just a blank display on the external monitor unless I unplugged the camera from the Ronin and then the video worked. From the forums I saw that DJI said the sony disables the HDMI out when it enters the PC connection mode used to control the focus with the focus wheel but from your video it looks like you have the monitor and camera plugged into the Ronin. So are you able to pull focus and view from external monitor?

[@DrewTooley]

with the sony a7iii I am able to use the zoom mode with the wheel while using the Focus 7 monitor. I use the MCC-C cable to sony multi-port Link(www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1436845-REG/dji_cp_rn_00000020_01_ronin_s_part_13_multi_camera.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514&gclid=CjwKCAjw5vz2BRAtEiwAbcVIL8BetmtcOQwxzZn1BiKlvuSFXVbsZ8AZJKZt-9mez4baf3G9KyYltRoCQekQAvD_BwE) for the wheel and an HDMI mini to HDMI full for the screen. I do know when I shoot in 4K I lose the on-camera screen when recording. I haven't tried with the focus pull though.

[@DrewTooley]

Great with no accessories too

[@alexiliotti9105]

Is the articulating clamp for the monitor included with the monitor? or is that a small rig part? thanks

[@DrewTooley]

@@alexiliotti9105 Sorry I didn't see this earlier. It used to come with the monitor and now they sell it separately. I linked it in the PDF if you are still looking for it. Again apologies on the delay.

[@sonjahendrickx5483]

This was very functional. Hello my name is Sonja form the Netherlands. Do you have some films with you made in profile 1,2 and 3? How do you do the role? Thank you.

[@DrewTooley]

Hi Sonja and thank you for stopping by. This is the only film I have made on the Ronin S, but happy to try and help you out otherwise. Feel free to DM me on instagram with any questions if you would like and we can figure out some solutions.

[@sonjahendrickx5483]

@@DrewTooley Thanks, I will do that.

[@DrewTooley]

Sounds great.

[@RaresEnache]

Thanks ! I'm still tweaking the settings of my Ronin S even after 1 year... I might try your profile 2 settings for my "smooth & slow" profile

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely. I am adjusting frequently as well. Part of the fun. I use profile 2 a lot and really like it. Don’t have to use the joy stick as much either.

[@juniorigorsozols9144]

@@DrewTooley The profile 2 gives me an issue where the pan doesn't return back to middle :/ can't figure out where the issue lays

[@DrewTooley]

@@juniorigorsozols9144 Hmmm have you played with the sensitivity settings? I will try and look into that. Typically if I am trying to get back to center quick, I double tap the trigger. I feel like I am constantly double tapping the trigger when filming between shots to get back to center quickly.

[@RaincloudProductions907]

Hey man can you give more a more comprehensive list of parts needed to make that? Like what are the pieces called that make that monster hookup possible?

[@DrewTooley]

After speaking through instagram, I thought it would be easier to update the list in the description here in case others need a more detailed list. I believe this includes everything on the rig as far as accessories, cables, rubber bands and adaptors etc... DM on insta if you have further questions. Happy to run through it more in depth.

[@RaincloudProductions907]

@@DrewTooley appreciate you!

[@DrewTooley]

Raincloud Productions Ya buddy. Let me know if you need anything else.

[@azkyinc]

What are your a7iii settings and firmware for both Ronin and camera? Thanks. ( Trying to get the monitor to work with the focus wheel.}

[@DrewTooley]

What monitor are you working with?

[@ahmedbahaddou]

@@DrewTooley Hi tx for this great video!! Me too have the same problem, I an only use or the monitor, or the focus wheel on my SonyA3III, monitor blackmagic video assist..

[@rayballinger1848]

You sort of explained in detail. Also, it would have been wonderful to show a close-up of the hardware and a close-up of the mounting of the monitor which is the only reason I was watching your video. I'm not a hater. Your very entertaining. Good luck with everything you do.

[@DrewTooley]

Hi Ray. Sorry I didn't go into the detail about the monitor connection. Happy to answer any questions you may have on that point. Feel free to DM me on instagram and we can chat more about the details. @drewtooley_ I appreciate your comment and feedback.

[@futgonzo3162]

what is the "technical name" for the part on which the camera is attached? by that I mean the intermediate part between the ronin and the monitor regards

[@DrewTooley]

Hmm not sure I understand which piece you are referring to, but I made a free PDF with all the parts, setup and settings.

[@futgonzo3162]

@@DrewTooley thank you for your answer and your great work on youtube. I meant "the extension". So to say the "extension piece between the ring and the monitor", so that the distance to the controller is longer. Thanks for the .pdf! where can I find it? best regards

[@badazzbam19]

Can u send link to manfrotto mounting plate

[@DrewTooley]

Sorry for the delayed response here. Here is the link to the plate I think you are looking for: amzn.to/3efqJsF

[@eddiecabrera1981]

How do you control the focus with the dji focus ring while also using the external monitor for your a7iii? I have this setup (w an atomos monitor), and using the MCC-C cable and the hdmi cable at the same time turns off the monitor. Forums say it's a sony limitation that never got fixed.

[@DrewTooley]

I think it is a sony limitation. Which camera are you using?

[@kayzox6709]

trés fort diji

[@DrewTooley]

Mercis Miguel

[@demetriorodriguez1944]

How can I connect de external monitor and the focus wheel at the same time. What is the setting on the camera for us both???

[@DrewTooley]

Are you using sony a7iii? What external Monitor?

[@demetriorodriguez1944]

DREW TOOLEY A sony a7iii with a Andycine A6 plus

[@DrewTooley]

hmmm I am not familiar with the Andycine A6 plus. Would have to do some research on your issue. Sorry I am not much help, but if I find something I will let you know.

[@Devxphoto]

Thanks bro

[@DrewTooley]

Of course my friend. Happy to help. Thanks for the support

[@iam-md]

Do you still recommend this gimbal settings as of now? Please kindly respond

[@DrewTooley]

For that gimbal sure. I have been on the DJI RS2 and my settings are similar but I am usually changing depending on the type of shoot too.

[@PfeifferVideography]

Finally a video to show and help you understand the settings. I have took a lot away from this video. Thank you Drew.

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely! So happy it helped and wish you all the best.

[@thiagonfotografia]

O melhor tutorial até o momento, funciona com o motor de foco e na versão de firmware mais atual também. Obrigado !

[@DrewTooley]

Muito obrigado pelas amáveis ​​palavras. Espero que esteja bem e obrigado pelo apoio.

[@sammytsai]

noice, thank you for the tips, going to try it out, practice makes perfect :)

[@DrewTooley]

Yes absolutely my friend. Thanks for the feedback and support. Wish you all the best.

[@beastii7414]

Awesome video, but what are your motion roll settings for Mode 1?

[@DrewTooley]

Let me check and get back to you. Also you can find all the details in the free pdf I created with all the settings and how step by step construction instructions. Link in description

[@jaysonhernandez6728]

Hello did you have a video feed from the camera to the monitor via HDMI when simultaneously connected the MCC-C cable to trigger start/stop recording? I have tested my A7iii connected to Atomos Ninja V set to 4K HDMI 24p only also connected to DJI Ronin-s MCC-C cable unfortunately i dont have a video feed to Ninja V.

[@DrewTooley]

Yes I was able to have this simultaneously working. I have tested with both the small HC monitor and ninja v. Might need to change your hdmi settings. On the Sony a7iii the screen on camera will shut off while recording 4K to external monitor. Happy to discuss further if needed. Dm on insta.

[@jaysonhernandez6728]

@@DrewTooley Thanks man! On my end I have a black screen on Ninja V when plugged in the MCC-C cable to A7iii but when I unplug the MCC-C cable the display on Ninja V start to comes back immediately. My HDMI settings is external recording only while the camera not recording internnally. The only I can do is to trigger start/stop recording via RSS-IR cable. By the way what is your IG account?

[@GHOSTYYY90]

I'm having the same problem. I have read somewhere that buying that special DJI cable for sony cameras might fix the problem. Did you figure out a solution?

[@jaysonhernandez6728]

@@GHOSTYYY90 Yes the DJI MCC for Sony. I'm using the RSS IR cable as of now to trigger start and stop recording using the Ronin-S and it works well. Unfortunately no functionality for pull focus.

[@GHOSTYYY90]

@@jaysonhernandez6728 thanks for tihe quick reply. I hope the new cable will enable the focus pulling too.

[@ScubaDivingMalaysia]

Thanks Bro , I ❤️ your explaination...!!!!

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely. Glad it was helpful and thank you for stoping by. I appreciate the support.

[@trotamundogsworld4459]

very helpful!!!! very well explained and easy :) thanks for sharing!!!! keep on creating content like that :)

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much for the feedback and will keep the content coming. Hope you are doing well.

[@Ultimate9tailchakra]

One of the most informative videos I have found, great job man, but I am curious as to what you used to connect the monitor to the ronin itself! I am trying to get a Lilliput A7s and mount it to the rig the same was as yours. I need to know if you're using cold shoe adapters or something to connect it, please help haha I am preparing for a wedding with a new rig set up! Thank you!

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much Navone. I created a full free pdf on the exact steps and parts for this setup. It will show in greater detail. Pdf is at this link: drewtooley.com/ronin-s-setup. Hope this helps and wishing you all the best in your new rig setup. Let me know if you need any additional help.

[@Ultimate9tailchakra]

@@DrewTooley thank you it has!

[@DrewTooley]

Perfect. Glad it was helpful. Enjoy my friend.

[@ryanpierce9912]

I've subscribed to emails and requested the setup PDF like 7 times over the past two weeks. Still nothing. Is there another way to get access to it?

[@DrewTooley]

Awww I am sorry to hear. Let me look into this and see what the issue is. Shoot me a dm on instagram and I can send the link directly to you too.

[@Hectorlopezoficial]

Hey bro really great vid 😎 I’m having a hard time noticing what’s behind your monitor that little piece that attaches to the small rig clamp and how long is your micro hdmi cable

[@DrewTooley]

Hi Hector. I created a free PDF download that explains all the parts and details to the setup. Link is at the top of the description drewtooley.com/ronin-s-setup. Hope this helps my friend and thanks for the comment

[@teakwoodheights]

ok i see you have the ronin s connected to the a7iii so you can control the record button etc. You also had the hdmi connected to the monitor. if one of these connections is out it will function normally for me, but if both are connected I'm no longer able to a picture( the menu might work but the video feed is gone) and the ability to press record on the ronin is now gone. i also did one setup where i had the ronin connected with a different port than( the one that looks like the ronin charger connection) in that case think i got the picture back but it the word function from the ronin still didn't work. Any suggestions have you had this issue, thoughts? Also like i said other than both being connected it works just fine

[@DrewTooley]

Hmmmm that is really strange. Are you shooting 4k? And which monitor are you using?

[@teakwoodheights]

@@DrewTooley so i asked some forum and basically sony doesnt allow to output signals so i have to pick one or the other. I was hope or hoping that its an old function thtas been updated through firmware but from ronin thats what they seem to be saying thanks for replying though

[@DrewTooley]

Thats crazy. Not sure why because I don't seem to have a problem with using the record button on the Ronin S while using the external monitor. I am even able to use the zoom wheel in conjunction with it all. Maybe fixed through firmware.

[@XJARREDxXx]

How is it that on your settings for your barrel roll, you have it set to customized, yet you are still able to do the roll? If I choose customized and click the roll motor is doesn't do the roll only the regular movement as if it was on my "cinematic" user profile. Also, how do you make it turn so fast! I have the same settings as you and it seems to be slow like usual!

[@DrewTooley]

Hey Jarred. Happy to help. Under User Profile 3 (M3) at the bottom click "control". Then under channels make sure CH1 is set to tilt, CH2 set to N/A and CH3 set to Roll. Let me know if this helps. If you need more I can explain in much more detail and we can walk through it on my instagram. Just shoot me a DM.

[@tomdekort8396]

Thanks for the vid! What would (more or less) be the minium length of the hdmi cable for this setup? Much appreciated!

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely Tom. Appreciate the support. The cable I have that runs along the arms is 32” long. I have a little extra slack and you could probably get away with a little shorter but not much. Hope this helps

[@tomdekort8396]

@@DrewTooley Thanks so much!

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely. Always happy to help.

[@thehumanityoflife6460]

I just got a used one today, Sept. 8, 2021, W. that I bought on Facebook Marketplace for $250 ($271 with tax, the seller did not charge me for shipping). It is practically new. I just hope that it works. It did not come with a manual. Is the dual grip and monitor really necessary?

[@DrewTooley]

That is an awesome deal. No need for a manual as there are tons of tutorials online. Also, to answer your question it’s a personal preference. I like the setup with dual grip and monitor because it gives me a lot of flexibility when shooting and i can also ensure I am getting a quality shot with the external monitor. Hard to see the camera screen when in underslung mode

[@TheSimboat]

nice

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you kindly :)

[@randykassebaum6027]

Great video. Love the rig. Say, where did you get the rig to hold the smallhd monitor? Didn't see it in your list.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you Randy. I really appreciate the feedback. The smallhd focus 7 came with the arm attachment at the time of purchase. I think they sell it separately now. I created a free pdf with all the parts and included is the arm attachment. link to pdf is drewtooley.com/ronin-s-setup

[@syeddanishuddin2026]

hey i gave a question ,maybe you know that, i have ronin s, ninja v and small rig same like your setup, if i put the ninja v and ronin cabel on a camera togather, monitor is not working, only one cable supported in a one time, any suggestion ?

[@DrewTooley]

I have heard of others having this same issue with the ninja. I have not had this issue with the small HD focus7 monitor. I wish I could be of more help. If I hear of a solution I will circle back. thanks for the comment and I welcome anyone else to answer if they have a solution.

[@bittersweet01987]

Is the focus wheel important? It didn’t come with the basic ronin s device.

[@DrewTooley]

What camera are you using? I personally don’t use very often but that’s because the cameras and lenses I am using have great auto-focus

[@bittersweet01987]

@@DrewTooley Sony a7riii. Sometimes i loose the focus on the subject while i’m moving the gimble $:

[@DrewTooley]

Hmmmm ya the focus wheel would help if you are having issues. That’s usually when I use it

[@jorgecamargo8613]

Had no idea there was going to be so much work going into this Ronin.... maybe i should just stick to my glidecam lol

[@DrewTooley]

HAHA work...more like fun. It was some work, but like putting together a puzzle. Glidecam is a good alternative and keep rockin it.

[@relivec]

Anybody else struggling with ronin s with Fuji xt3 on it? Even if I somehow get it leveled in all axis, every time at some point I do something wrong and it goes all apeshit and goes off. Like I need to learn to move properly, in only the right directions like learning to pilot a plane. Or is my Fuji xt3 just too heavy to begin with? My setup is purely a lens(xf35mm) and the camera body nothing else attached. Probably complex issue but any answer will help thanks all

[@DrewTooley]

Hmmmm that’s definitely not right. Have you calibrated the gimbal motors? And you are making sure to test balance (all axis reading “excellent”)? Are you using a lens support? All of these could help.

[@favianmejia7446]

I was looking at the pdf and the numbers are very blurry brother

[@DrewTooley]

Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I just pulled it up and you are right. Fix this shortly and will re-upload so you can download a cleaner version. Appreciate the feedback and hope you are well. In the meantime DM me on Instagram if you need clarification on numbers or have other questions. Happy to help.

[@favianmejia7446]

@@DrewTooley no problem my friend, also thank you for that video. No one really explain so well how set the DJI gimbal 👏👏👏

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely and glad it could provide more clarity. Love the feedback.

[@bhadriakon3113]

Bro how to activate smooth track...

[@DrewTooley]

Sorry not sure I understand the question.

[@JonathanLopez-pg5fh]

Thanks so much for this super detailed and to the point video! I'm new with using this or any gimbal but do you think your Mode 2 settings will be good for shooting real estate video?

[@DrewTooley]

I use that setting for real estate videos and love it. So smooth and responsive at the same time

[@saltlakemusicvideos3267]

Great video. The handles on the link.you have to order 2 separate times?looks like the link is only one handle per purchase?so 2 orders or it comes with set?

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much. Ya they are individual. I think some people only purchase one to mount on top of a cage or just to have a single handle on either side. I prefer the two. So yes you have to order two for this style of setup. Hope that helps and thanks for the support and comment.

[@darc1027]

Ok I am sold lol

[@DrewTooley]

You will love it. Let me know how it goes after you’ve used it

[@darc1027]

@@DrewTooley how did you mount the monitor? Did you use the extension screws to mount to a clamp with the handles on it?

[@joshuasharon1264]

On your cord setup, it looks like something is plugged into the side of the tilt arm. Is there a piece that goes there?

[@DrewTooley]

Hey Joshua. I don’t have anything plugged into the tilt arm just ran along the tilt arm. The link in the description has a free pdf that I made after this vid to help explain the setup in more detail. Hope that helps

[@josephlarge]

Does anyone have the Ronin App to tune this? It kept crashing on my phone, so I uninstalled it, and now I can't find it anywhere.

[@DrewTooley]

Aww man sorry to hear that is happening. I still have the app and it comes up as DJI ronin

[@michaelpheasant]

Don't know why my comment has been removed, maybe because of a link. The handles you have linked don't match the video, I've found the same / similar but they have a top screw that might get caught on the gimbal arm - am I right and how easy was it to remove the screws and put in your own?

[@DrewTooley]

Hey Michael. Sorry for the delay and thanks for reaching out on IG. hope you find the screws and stay in touch. Happy to help anyway I can

[@jgg2007]

@@DrewTooley having this issue how do I fix this issue

[@pixeldichter]

Hey Drew, great video, love your entertainig style of this video. But please, can you tell me, how you did your field monitor AND your focus wheel runnin'? When I connect my field monitor (Ninja Flame) and the USB-C cable for controll focus and rec stop and start on my sony alpha 7III the field monitor turn black. When I cut connection by USB-C cable, then it works. Sony issue? Thanks in advance and kind regards

[@pixeldichter]

EDIT!!!: When I switch to "M" Mode on my Sony, i got the monitor runnin' but not in my custom "1" and "2" modes ....damn it!

[@DrewTooley]

Are your custom modes 4K?

[@DrewTooley]

Looking into some solutions for you too. Trying to see what the issue could be. Seems strange you have it working in M but not your preset. Seems like a Sony setting fault

[@pixeldichter]

@@DrewTooley I have both...on custom 1 its 4k on custom 2 its fullHD. Thanks for your reply. Have a nice day

[@pixeldichter]

Here is another strange one.... I ordered the mcc-multi cable....now I have my monitor going WITH my custom settings 1 and 2....but now I can't controll the focus but the zoom with my focus wheel....how strange is that.

[@alyspengler6419]

Anyone else experience the Small Rig cheese late Clamp lose it's "grippy"-ness around the Ronin? Bought mine brand new, securely tightened it to the gimbal as directed, and while I was using it in a rather fast action scene, the circle plate itself wiggled lose and slipped up the gimbal...took it off to find that the small rubber grip stickers that are located within the inside of the clamp almost rub completely off. Anyone have the same issue or find a solution for this?

[@DrewTooley]

I had this same problem with my smallrig clamp when I first purchased. I repositioned and cranked it as hard as I could and haven't had any issues since. I am pretty hard on this rig too in rugged scenarios and it has held strong. Hope this helps.

[@leandroferreira2307]

nice man \O

[@DrewTooley]

Thanks my friend. Appreciate the comment and hope you are well.

[@enjoylivinginhawaii]

Hi Drew - what arm do you use to mount monitor to your ronin? Thanks for making this video - helpful.

[@DrewTooley]

Absolutely and glad it was helpful. So the arm that attached to the smallhd focus 7 is sold separate now. Here is the link to the arm that is attached to the monitor: smallhd.com/products/focus7-gimbal-pack. Let me know if this helps.

[@bryanv5926]

@@DrewTooley That helps - thanks for the quick response. Best to you

[@Bebop1983]

Did the the clamp did slip out? How tight did you tighten the screws?

[@DrewTooley]

I tightened them tight. Haven’t had that problem.

[@jonathanvelasquez6267]

Does it work with under slung mode?

[@DrewTooley]

Yes works really well. Best part is the monitor swivels to adapt to underslung

[@1SheWantsTheT1]

How do you carry it!?

[@DrewTooley]

Assume you mean transport? Take handle/grip off and tripod grip and use a bag I have just for this setup. Although now I am using the rs2 with is much more compact

[@MrBaseBALLTonite]

Is this the only monitor you use with this setup or are there cheaper options available?

[@DrewTooley]

There are several different monitors out there that would work with this same setup. I chose the focus 7 from smallhd because of the brightness in the sun and I like the bigger size. Definitely cheaper options available to use. I do recommend smallhd.

[@EMAZINGERIK]

Great setup bro, subbed. I think I might run my setup the same way!!

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much. Appreciate the comment and yes it is a great setup. Enjoy it my friend.

[@eyeintheskystudios]

Sub'd. Great video, Drew.

[@DrewTooley]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate the support and feedback. Hope you are well.