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THE LINK - MANUAL
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The Link system allows you to move the camera intuitively in real-time with your body
movements. No complex configuration is required and there is no need to practice, like you would
with traditional RC devices. The stabilizer just points where you want it to point - it all works with
your arms movement. Without any control barriers only your creativity is the limit of what you
can achieve. This is the future of camera control.
The Link is basically an RC receiver module but thanks to some advanced electronics it can also
serve as a transmitter. You can pair one of The Links with any piece of gear you can think of and
control the other Link attached to your stabiliser - possibilities are endless! For even more
awesomeness The Link features various advanced functions that will come in handy on different
occasions.
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DISCLAIMER 4
REAL-LIFE USAGE 5
ELEMENTS OF THE LINK 6
DOUBLE THE LINK PACKAGE COMPONENTS 7
COMPATIBILITY 8
MOUNTING ACR THE LINK HANDHELD 9
MOUNTING THE LINK 10
HOST 10
CLIENT 11
Connecting to DJI Ronin 11
Connecting to ACR The Beast 14
Connecting to other BaseCam SBGC based
gimbal –PWM 16
Connecting to other BaseCam SBGC based
gimbal –S.BUS 17
SETTING THE LINK 18
REGULAR OPERATION (NOT IN MENU) 18
Button A 18
Button B 18
Diode A 19
Diode B 19
IN MENU 20
Button A 20
Button B 20
Diode A and diode B 20
DIFFERENT VISIBLE SIGNALS 21
Diode A 21
Diode A+B 21
SPECIAL ACTIONS 21
RESOLUTION 22
FIRMWARE UPDATE 23
KNOWN ISSUES AND LIMITATIONS 24
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DISCLAIMER
All information and instructions in this document are subject to change without notice.
This is a sophisticated kinetic control product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and
requires some basic mechanical knowledge. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner
could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This Manual contains instructions for safety
operation. It is essential to read the entire Manual and follow all instructions and warnings in the manual,
prior to setup or use, in order to operate ACR The Link correctly and avoid damage or injury.
ACR Systems has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this Manual, which is
provided solely for the user’s information. While thought to be accurate, the information in this document
is provided strictly “as is” and ACR Systems will not be held responsible for issues arising from typographical
errors or user’s interpretation of the language used herein that is different from that intended by ACR
Systems. All safety and general information is subject to change as a result of changes in applicable laws.
ACR Systems reserves the right to revise this Manual and make changes from time to time in the content
hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. In no event shall ACR Systems,
its employees or authorized agents be liable to you for any damages or losses, direct or indirect, arising from
the use of any technical or operational information contained in this document.
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REAL-LIFE USAGE
As we have already cleared that up, the technology is rather simple in practical use. Whenever
there is need for standard Remote Control solutions for a gimbal, The Link can make its entry.
Here’s just a few of the things it can be used for:
UAV / aerial filming & photography,
remote work with cranes, JIB arms,
using googles, such as FatShark or Oculus Rift with The Link on them to get the POV
gimbal control according to your head movements,
controlling the gimbal while moving in a vehicle: the operator is safely framing the
shots on the backseat while the gimbal carrier is another person in the car or the
gimbal is attached to the outside of the vehicle,
controlling one gimbal with another gimbal (twin Links).
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ELEMENTS OF THE LINK
1. Short range antenna.
2. 3-color LEDs (for checking range, connection status,
current mode).
3. 2 buttons (for setting up different modes and
simple configuration).
4. 6x PWM 3-pin sockets (6 separate channel
connection).
a. “–“ –GROUND
b. “+” – VOLTAGE
c. “S” – SIGNAL
5. S.BUS 3-pin socket (single cable multichannel
connection).
6. Mini-USB (firmware change, service purposes).
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DOUBLE THE LINK PACKAGE COMPONENTS
The Double The Link package includes:
ACR The Link core unit configured
as host
ACR The Link core unit configured
as client
2x short range antenna
4x short servo cable 3-to-3
2x long servo cable 3-to-3
2x short mini-USB cable
2x two-sided adhesive tape
2x carbon booms with polymer
grips
carbon central boom
10x 25mm boom blocks
4mm carbon centerpiece with
monitor mount
2mm carbon centerpiece with The
Link and accessories mount
2x top part central boom to grip
boom carbon piece
2x bottom part central boom to
grip boom carbon piece
16x 35mm M3 screws (for grip
connectors)
4x 40mm M3 screws (for
centerpiece)
20x M3 rivernut
2x 300mm velcro strap
2x 120mm velcro with adhesive
photo screw
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COMPATIBILITY
Our system is compatible with every gimbal that can receive a PWM or SBUS signal. The current
list of compatible stabilizers is as follows:
ACR The Plus (previously BeSteady ONE Plus)
BeSteady ONE
ACR The Beast (previously BeSteady FOUR)
FreeFly MoVI M5 –future feature
FreeFly MoVI M10 (both versions) –future feature
FreeFly MoVI M15 –future feature
DJI Ronin
DJI Ronin M
BaseCam SBGC based gimbal with 8-bit or 32-bit CPU, with or without encoders, that has
got S.BUS or PWM sockets
If you are concerned whether your gimbal is compatible with The Link, check your User Manual if
your device is equipped with PWM or SBUS connectivity, If your gimbal is based on
SBGC / AlexMos technology you only need to have the remote socket on your main board and a
few moments of configuration.
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MOUNTING ACR THE LINK HANDHELD
With Double The Link comes ACR The Link Handheld which has place to attach ACR The Link,
power bank and even external monitor.
Before you start using it you should assemble it first. To do that take following steps:
Prepare main carbon rod, two carbon rods with grips and provided hex key.
Insert both grip tubes into boom locks and adjust their position to your needs.
Tighten screws on both sides.
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MOUNTING THE LINK
HOST
Take The Link and the short antenna out of the box. Attach the short antenna to The Link.
The easiest way to use The Link host unit is to attach it to The Link Handheld which is included in
Double The Link package. You can mount it directly to any other device you may want to use.
The Link host unit needs to be powered from a 5V power source such as a power bank, which can
be connected via the USB port.
Power The Link host unit and access the menu. While there select the defaults for the gimbal you
want to work with.
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