DJI Ronin-SC Setup Simplified

During my unboxing of the Ronin-SC I had a terrible time setting up and balancing my camera on the gimbal. After a few days of using the Ronin-SC I've got much better with balancing.
Others might still have issues with balancing so this video should be able to help out anyone that might be curious about the setup process or having trouble with setting up the Ronin SC.
Also adding timestamps below if you would like to skip to a specific section.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:10 Gimbal Setup
1:50 Installing Mounting Plate
5:00 Balancing Forward Tilt
7:23 Balancing Upward Tilt
9:05 Balancing Roll
11:20 Balancing Pan
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[@PeterPing]

This should be the offical Ronin-SC balancing tutorial video.

[@michaellaniak]

Thank you much. I watched the DJI how-to video + another guy's video and was still stuck at trying to correctly balance the pan part. 13:05 is the last bit that got me to pass the "balance test" on the app. :-)

[@shesdestinedtobe]

I agreee !!

[@nachaattaban]

Agreed!!!

[@sugarspice3566]

I seriously agree! The best balancing video ever.

[@_HMCB_]

Yep. I watched this month ago. It helped me but I’ve not used my Ronin for close to a year. Thank God I was able to find this video again. Perfect explanation.

[@advaluedigital4311]

All the creators with millions of followers failed to do the same simple tutorial, you just nailed it

[@BristolProductions]

Thank you! I was getting frustrated looking at DJI's tutorials.... but after watching yours I'm up and rolling.

[@RubyActionJackson]

Same

[@durkland]

I have had my DJI Ronin now for about a year. The first time I did the setup it was an absolute pain. This is hands down the most simple and best video out there for easy setup. Thanks for your work on this!

[@MichaelJohnson-mp2nv]

This video literally walked me through the whole set up. Made my day a lot easier. Just purchased this product last night. Thank you for this video. No joke.

[@TeamAPS]

This was super helpful and literally just what I needed. Thanks man! Keep up the great work! :)

[@MeganBatoon]

this was INCREDIBLY helpful. thank you so so so much

[@JoeTechTalk]

You're so welcome!

[@ShawnRyanShow]

best video on this. Thank you

[@gtstar1]

Great tutorial man. Actually probably one of the best. I was losing my mind trying to figure out how to balance my camera and lens (first gimbal) and this tutorial helped me through it quite easily.

[@bruceaisher]

Hey Joe - just wanted to say thanks so much for this video. This is BY FAR the best video of how to balance out the gimbal by far! So clear and well explained. Really appreciate the help. Subscribed!

[@NAOMIRuckusRose]

I’m so glad yours went out of balance again right after you unlocked everything. Mine did the exact same thing and I was like, wtf. But turns out my little stopper knob on the mounting plate got knocked, like yours was, too. This was the only tutorial I found that I could actually follow - thanks for leaving the little struggles you had with it in the video - it ended up helping me troubleshoot better.

[@sentosaco]

I'm taking this baby for a spin tomorrow for the first time on a real project. I'm kinda nervous but your calm and collected walkthrough really really helps. Thanks man!

[@burnie610]

Wow, after banging my head against the wall trying to work out balancing, I came across your video and you made it so clear ! Many thanks

[@zeitwille]

finally someone explains it perfect! thanks a lot. your review is really helping me to get more information before buying this thing. subbed your channel. hoping for more good content.

[@youknowitssick]

Man. I've come back to this video 5 or 6 times since getting my SC. Thank you for explaining this so well. You're the man.

[@DoctorMthepodcast]

This my bro is an absolute reference to go to video for me and all my friends for balancing .and you do it with a gentle smile . Stay blessed bro

[@lolnobi_uw]

Watching this video Saved my blood pressure. Not all heros wear capes. Thank you so much for making it simple

[@tshokoboi]

Bro!! Like I was anxious about setting up my ronin sc and the time spent here was absolutely worth it

[@ohitslalo]

I literally watched over 10 videos on how to balance it. Yours is the best. One of the things that really helped me was locking the other axels while adjusting one of them. Many other videos did not mention this and made it harder to balance it. THANK YOU!

[@Movieman538]

This has been incredibly helpful. I just purchased this bit of kit yesterday and I've been struggling on how to balance it, nearly giving up on it. But watching this video has really helped solve those problems. I've just shot a bit of footage with it and it looks amazing. Thank you so much.

[@luciawilliams1602]

OH MY GOD THANK YOU!!!! I've spent the past hour watching DJI's tutorials and this made WAY more sense!

[@NefHack]

Good job explaining it, easy to follow and understand

[@RustyLightningPhoto]

I’ve just brought one of these, and I watched a few videos on it to help me get started and yours was the most helpful by far. Many thanks.

[@shabazzmuhammad5690]

Subscribed to you just because this video rn. No question. I’ve panned through so many! So many videos and none. ABSOLUTELY none of them helped thoroughly. You did it step by step and broke it down. Zoomed clearly and spoke clearly. Bruh this was exactly what I needed and I’m not even all the way through it. Thank you I approve you and don’t stop. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@HancockFilmProductions]

Your editing skills are superb. Thank you for making illustrations to show focus points and zooming in. The way you add those little details and keep the flow of the video is remarkable. I’m interested in making instructional videos for work and not only did I find your tutorial helpful for my equipment, I also learned more about making more engaging videos.

[@JoeTechTalk]

Thank you very much! Glad it was helpful.

[@xoJahtna]

This was super helpful. Thank you so much!

[@JoeTechTalk]

Glad it was helpful!!

[@alfdez1910]

Joe, you saved my day. I followed two other tutorials, and the results were horrible. I was so frustrated with the first setting. By following you, everything was crystal clear. Thanks a lot for your help!!

[@strangerzproductions1551]

I was dead when battery was dead and the look on your face was priceless. I was initially somewhat intimidated by the thought of having to assemble it all but your video makes it seem not as hard to assemble anymore. Will be following this step by step. Thanks!

[@BoudoirBosses]

Best Ronin Setup video, seriously, thanks pretty useful

[@BlackBearForge]

Excellent run through

[@hitachino]

You're a life savior. I watched some other videos that made it seem more complicated or were just not cleared enough. After following your steps, I was getting all axis as "excellent" but mine was making a squeaking sound and it was vibrating heavily, after the calibration finished. It turns out I needed to do a "restore gimbal parameters". Now the sound and vibration went away . Great tutorial!

[@kenbroman-fulks7851]

I read such frightening reviews about how hard it is to balance the SC but you made it easy! Took me less than 30 minutes the very first time I tried and it worked perfectly. Thanks! PS. Enjoyed the dead battery, too!

[@gforz7]

You were so much more helpful than the official DJI tutorial. Thank you.

[@KatieKookaburra]

THANK YOU! Amazing and simple video. DJI should be getting you to do their vids!

[@IAmATrunkGoBoomer]

This was the best Ronin-SC balancing tutorial yet. I got it perfectly balanced the very first time. Great instructions! Thank you!

[@CLesley89]

This was a perfect tutorial introduction. Much better than the “well you balance your camera and hit the auto calibrate in the app!” Bit that I’ve seen from other you tubers. I was completely clueless on setting up this product, now I feel like I know it like the back of my hand. Props. 👊🏾

[@tutaslucas]

Yooo JOE u need to do the modes video!! explain the sport mode, and all the other ones... it will be very helpful! And you explain in details so its great! You go step by step slowly just like us (the people watching) will be doing it. Congratulations on the video It really helped me understand it and configure my own gimbal! Thx again! Keep up the good work

[@mikestulce1493]

Very informative and straightforward. Nicely done!

[@JoeTechTalk]

Thank you!

[@markpeterson2628]

Hi Joe! I just wanted to write and Thank You for a GREAT video! I recently bought a ronin SC. Your video helped me get my camera setup on my new gimbal. Thanks for taking the time to create the video! I think it’s the best video on how to get your camera setup on a ronin SC. Thanks again! I’m glad you didn’t quit after your unboxing video!!!

[@JoeTechTalk]

Thank you!!

[@DibsPhotography]

Seriously mate, this video has just saved me from returning the Ronin, I was at my wits end after trying to do it. Thanks for making a really clear and simple to understand tutorial.

[@Ecko31Gaming2.0]

Very great video! Thanks for the details and the help! God bless you fam. 🙏💙

[@glenniedaylifestyle8093]

Joe! I may be 2 years late but Thank you man. This was amazing. I am missing one thing which I think is the upside down balance. Thank you for taking the time to help a visual learner like myself. I might have to look at it again, but guess what? I am almost perfect with it.

[@dastreak2152]

Only 2 ?

[@timhelton]

Joe, this video was an INCREDIBLE help. I watched 3-4 other videos and none of them were able to make it as easy as you just did. Appreciate you!

[@RuvArit]

The fact that you went "out of your way" to create this video is just amazing! You could have just kept going about your business, but no, you cared about other people who also might have this struggle in balancing the gimbal. I just recently got this exact gimbal and this video helped! I am now a SUBSCRIBER!!!

[@wanaagaqoyska7887]

Thanks 🙏

[@FunkyHaat]

Hey Joe, awesome video bette than DJI provided!! Small edit: the pan moter is the yaw moter. When i launched the app and dit the balancing test it said: Re-belance the 'yaw'.

[@cmfliege2297]

Joe, I've had this darned thing for a year and FINALLY your video clarified the set up. Great tutorial, wonderful sense of humor. Well done YOU!

[@losttraveler7635]

Wow! This is one of the best and most simplified video to follow the setup for DJI Ronin SC and for Balancing. I have been struggling to balance my Gimbal for several weeks until i saw this video. It took less than 15 minutes for me and the Ronin app also showed excellent test results. Thanks a lot Joe for posting this video. :)

[@4xoverland]

Nice try. Thanks. But after a hour, managed to get a good balance. Took the camera off. Did not adjust anything. Next day. Second tryout. Had to do a full rebalance from scratch. This machine will drive me crazy, but before it does, back it goes to the store. Its just not worth the time it takes to set it up.

[@craftchadambuka5653]

yes imagine people waiting for u to balance that on a wedding

[@ratt57]

@@craftchadambuka5653 Yes. It looks like it's very time consuming. I'm wondering when manufacturers are going to create a gimbal that doesn't require so much work to balance.

[@kingsylartv1436]

same thing.

[@TravelGigolo]

Any suggestions on a better / more user friendly product?

[@DjMines]

How do u find the app

[@sapphire_river]

The app is no longer on play store for me, so I had to download the APK file from their website and install it from my downloads folder.

[@Manoloelgomo]

After a few failed attempts from watching other videos, i finally found yours and got it setup. THANK YOU

[@christianhernandez8519]

LITERALLY THE BEST VIDEO IVE FOUND EXPLAINING THIS. THANK YOU SO MUCH! I love the zoom ins on the knobs and locks so we can see clearly what you’re doing. Love it!

[@JoeTechTalk]

Awesome, thank you!

[@stevedick19]

you left out the auto tune on the app to set proper motor strength that will very with different cameras or lenses

[@JoeTechTalk]

Good catch! I sure did miss that.

[@EvilWoodenBoy]

I just bought a Ronnin SC gimbal, and your tutorial was awesome. easy to follow and through. Very much appreciated, Cheers from the UK

[@angelawade6144]

Absolutely FAbulous beginner tutorial, Joe!! Thanks for the step-by-step goodness right down to what each piece is called and showing where every knob and button is located. 🤩❤️🤩❤️🤩

[@shellyagoodcook]

I took one look at the (thick) instruction book included with my first gimbal and decided to find a tutorial. Yours said "simplified" and you delivered! This video saved me hours of frustration. Thank you!

[@naturetones4570]

you are the only one that has been able to break down balancing this gimbal. i just balanced for the first time in 3 months of ownership. THANK YOU SO MUCH SIR!

[@daSTARPlayer]

I’m opting for this to replace the video they have. I actually was about to take this thing back. It was too frustrating. As I was boxing it back up I happened to look in the app and your video was actually after their tutorial. I came to KZbin and typed you in. Glad I did. A little later today I’m going to try again because your steps are EASIER to follow. Thank you so much!

[@PearlsonOmesa]

By far the best video I have found on balancing the Ronin SC

[@HenryKron]

The way you described this was awesome. I looked at a couple other videos and I was not able to balance the tilt until I got to your video. Nice video man 👍🏻

[@willshaw6572]

This is the best how to video on how to set up the Ronin SC. I just got mine the other day and the way you broke it down helped me set up my rig. Thank you!

[@JoeTechTalk]

Glad to hear it!

[@a.k.9953]

One of the best Balancing videos to find online ever! Usually there are 2 options: do it the long way or give it to a professional. Three years pass and this video still changes that scale ! Thanks

[@dastreak2152]

You're pro now I guess

[@championfranckraoul225]

Oh, Mann, I know the video is about a year ago but bro this is the best balancing video on KZbin, thank you, sir, very clear and well explained, well-done sir!

[@victoriasteele4483]

I've watched this video maybe ten or so times since I bought my Ronin and each time you have saved my life! I don't use it often so everytime I try to balance it, I forget lol. Thank you sm for this very valuable tutorial.

[@kfsantly]

Thumbs up and hats off.. really well done mate . I thought the balancing was the most difficult thing I’ve seen but you make piece of cake

[@GunsmithBeard]

This is one of the best videos on this product I have seen yet.... very detailed! THANK YOU, INSANELY HELPFUL!!!

[@ahmada7846]

Bro I tried watching a few videos on this, you were the only one to explain it right! Appreciate you my guy

[@HypeMedia2000]

4 years in and still the best walk through on youtube for the SC, thank you!!!

[@jeroengordijn3808]

Very down to earth explanation on how to set up. This is exactly how we all would do it including the little mishaps we encounter because we forget some details. Great !!

[@JasperS022]

One of the best and most thorough walk-through videos I've ever encountered. Thanks, Joe!

[@pravallikapatruni7119]

This is by far THE BEST walkthrough tutorial EVER! I literally wasted my breath last night on setting up my ronin sc and then stumbled upon your vedio this morning.. now I feel like trying once more before returning back the product.

[@JoeTechTalk]

Glad it helped!

[@MikeFelkerVideos]

Without a doubt the best and most understandable video on how to balance my camera on the Ronin SC. For the first time EVER, I was able to set up a gimbal and camera. In this case, a Ronin SC and a Sony ZV-E10 with a Tamron 11-20mm f2.8 lens with a VND! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! I subscribed and liked the video.

[@michaelyaptangco4875]

I appreciate the detailed instructions; followed them as you outline (including the part about forgetting to charge my battery) and nailed it the first time. Thanks for helping me to get my Ronin-SC and Sony a6400 off to a great start.

[@SKuu777]

For F-sake, one of the best videos I’ve ever seen in the history of KZbin. No bullshit, just straight to the point action and informative, thanks man!

[@nahpeasohian]

I just got a Ronin-SC recently and although I feel like I got it balanced, this video is really helpful in making sure it’s really balanced. Thanks for the video!

[@RJOnTheFly]

Watched the DJI version of this and was losing my mind, watched you, got it right in 5 minutes. You're the man.

[@musictravelguide]

Thank you so much for this video! I've literally watched a collection of tutorials, and none of them helped me out. Now, I can say I have finally balanced my Ronin SC. Damn! What a relief!?! 🙏

[@BollywoodStudioseattle]

I had so much trouble balancing my gimble, your step by step instructions made it so easy, so BIG Thank you !!

[@GolferChris68]

Subscribed! FANTASTIC job explaining this process. I got mine a few days ago, and had a hell of a time getting it to balance properly and passing the balance test in the app. Walked through the steps as clearly explained here, and perfect test results first time. Thanks!!

[@juliaalfaro104]

the best tutorial i found to learn how to use ronin sc. You got me a smile as I stabilized my gear. Thanks!!

[@peeceejunior]

I've been pulling my hair out trying to balance a heavy lens with already heavy X-H1 on this gimbal and I got all EXCELLENTs after watching your video. So much better than the official DJI videos, thanks.

[@thequeenkalani]

I spent hours watching KZbin videos to help setup my Ronin SC. After one walk through with this video...it’s BALANCED! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@JoeTechTalk]

You're welcome!

[@PunchNugget]

update: I watched this video a little over two months ago now and ive never had to revisit. (only revisiting now to leave this comment). He explained everything so well that when ever I set up my Ronin, I hear his voice giving me the right cues. thanks again for an awesome video.

[@JoeTechTalk]

Welcome back! Glad I could help!

[@SunshineDigital]

To anyone looking for a setup video: Look no more. Seriously, don't even waste your time with the others, this by far has been the most simple, clear, and helpful! Thank you for this!!

[@simonmoore3727]

Thanks Joe. Really helpful. My first gimbal too so was getting frustrated. I added a Manfrotto quick release and had to rebalance the whole thing again so your vid was a perfect reference. Like your calm delivery when tearing my hair out.

[@AlainStoffenTV]

Thanks a lot. This is the best balancing tutorial ever. I have my Ronin-SC since 3 years and at that time I never succeeded to balance him correctly, even by looking several tutorials. So, I haven't used my gimbal since. I'm very grateful to you. 🙏

[@agffdiecast1438]

bruh!!! thank you soo much ive been watching these tutorials non of them are showing the small details like you did god bless you sir

[@medianvideos]

Man, I can't think you enough! I finally got my GH4 balanced! You explained it better than anyone.

[@neilkod]

Thank you so very much for your clear and concise instructions - it helped this brand new Ronin SC Owner immensely!

[@JesusManRob]

You made it easier than a lot of others ive watched. Thanks man!

[@sekyslens]

The best video about how to balance and start with your Ronin! I really appreciate it. Every other video explain it like if we were experts, and you did It with all the details. Simple perfect! Thanks.

[@JoeTechTalk]

Awesome, thank you!

[@krb7775]

I keep coming back to this video. still the best explanation out there! Good energy.

[@eyereyesphotography2846]

I have owned my ronin sc pro and kind of gave up on it.... Not sure why i decided to give it another try "AFTER 1 YEAR" (LOL) and this allowed me to actually be able to understand it so much more. GREAT WORK!

[@cbcmediaco]

I have wasted 6 hours today trying to figure this out and I got all excellent on the first tine while watching this! Liked & subscribed! Thank you!

[@Syvis]

Thank You for the best DJI Ronin-SC balancing video. I was finally able to get all 3: Pan, Roll and Tilt to excellent.

[@moneymakersclo9689]

Hands down one of the best tutorials bro. I seen some that got 400k views, didn't help me for shit lol. Gracias.

[@ianjoc00]

After tons of video I've watched about the Ronin SC - it finally convinced me to "add-to-cart" and "check-out"! Lol! So I've watched some tutorials too and this by far is the best one as far as balancing it! Thank you for this detailed info! I will re-watch this again once my order gets shipped to me! :)

[@sarmada]

I swear this is the only legit tutorial on the set-up on Ronin sc. Such details on all the axis. Rest of em are just a overview. Thank you so much king. This helped me a lot. Thank you! God bless 💯⚡🔥

[@uk6in]

Hey Joe, Really well done Video, What the original DJI couldn't do , your video did it. it helped me setup and balance my Ronin SC in no time. Really appreciate you making the video. its helping many guys like me who was frustrated trying to set up the Ronin SC , watching the DJI official video. Thanks Again.

[@kingsley15]

About to make this purchase, your video is one of the most helpful videos out there. It's very rare that I comment on other videos and also subscribe, but you earned it my guy.