- Shawn, I think this assertion requires elaboration - Zhiyun technical support insists that the only thing changed, is what's commonly delivered (nearly automatically, upon allowing it) via firmware update. No one ever creates a brand new product listing, calling the older one outdated, after a mere firmware update with tweaks.
- ZHIYUN Calibration Upgrade Tool USB Driver ( CRANE,CRANE-M,SMOOTH-Q,CRANE-PLUS ) USB Driver (RIDER-M,EVOLUTION,SMOOTH 2,SMOOTH C ).
- 1.This table will be updated in line with firmware update and is subject to change without prior notice. 2.For Sony cameras, after connecting stabilizer and camera with control cable, power on the stabilizer and then the camera. Make sure the camera is fully charged. Optical zoom control is available on the stabilizer when used with motorized lens.
How to check your Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware version? How to upgrade/update your Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware? Here’s the tutorial… https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k
FUJIFILM has been working in the background with Gudsen, DJI, and Zhiyun. Now, they have announced an upcoming firmware update that boosts the X-T3 gimbal controls through USB. If you own a Ronin S or a Crane 2, you’re going to want to read this. Zhiyun Support, Guiling, Guangxi, China. We’re here to help. How to check your Crane 3 LAB firmware version on the gimbal menu.
In this video…
- Firmware version vs ZY Play App version? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=35
- How to check your Zhiyun Smooth 4 Firmware version? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=60
- What is the latest Firmware? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=100
- What’s new in Firmware version 1.77? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=113
- Should I update to Firmware version 1.77? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=143
- How do I Upgrade / Update the Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=165
Firmware version vs ZY Play App version
First, please do not confuse the firmware version with the app version. The firmware is the internal software inside the Zhiyun Smooth 4 electronics. The ZY Play app runs on your phone and has its own version update.
How to check Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware version?
- Connect the ZY Play app to Zhiyun Smooth 4 via Bluetooth.
- Press the Menu button on the Zhiyun Smooth 4.
- Goto Settings > General > OTA version.
The OTA version is your latest firmware.
What is the latest firmware?
According to the official Zhiyun website, the latest version of the firmware is 1.77 as of January 2020.
What’s new in Firmware version 1.77?
According to various sources, here is what’s new… and other version upgrades.
v1.77
– Fixed the zoom & focus failure.
v1.76
– Optimize pan axis drift.
v1.75
– Optimize motor protection to avoid motor overheat.
– Optimize Bluetooth communicating.
v1.74
– Fixed Bluetooth malfunction prompt under certain circumstances.
– Added indicator for wheel status recognition.
– Improved motor current sampling.
– Repaired the power failure during APP connection. Smart luck advantage plus crack online.
v1.72
– Standby mode is inaccessible via the power button in case of unintended operation.
– Fixed some bugs.
v1.71
– Alpha-version firmware.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/Zhiyun.Smooth.4/posts/the-latest-version-of-firmware-is-177-it-fixed-the-zoom-focus-failure-if-you-are/1847005485407480/
It seems version 1.77 only fixes the pan and focus failure. I didn’t notice any failure in version 1.76. Pan and Focus are fine on my Smooth 4.
Should I update the firmware?
If you use an Android phone, I strongly suggest NOT to update. You might face more problems, as I have read.
If you like adventure… then do it at your own risk.
I REPEAT… ATTENTION ANDROID USERS… DO NOT UPDATE!!!
Android Issue SOLVED!!!
SOLVED… Update – January 4, 2020: ZY Play app on my Android phone cannot connect to the Smooth 4 SOLVED! Here’s how… (1) I turned off my iPhone Bluetooth, (2) Then I powered off and on my Samsung Galaxy S10, (3) Connect with ZY Play app again and it works!!!
So, Android users, it is safe to upgrade to firmware version 1.77… at least for my Samsung Galaxy S10.
How do I Upgrade / Update the Zhiyun Smooth 4 Firmware?
Things you need: USB to USB-C cable, a Mac or PC, the Zhiyun Smooth 4.
Step 1: Go to Zhiyun official website. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=204
Step 2: Go to the download page. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=217
Step 3: Download 2 files, the Upgrade Tool, and the Firmware. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=254
Step 4: Unzip the 2 files. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=287
Step 5: Connect the Smooth 4 to the Mac or PC. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=316
Step 6: Power up the Smooth 4. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=343
Step 7: Activate the Gimbal Tool Software. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=354
Step 8: Select the USB port. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=378
Step 9: Select the firmware file. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=404
Step 10: Click on the Upgrade button. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=442
Wait for less than one minute and you are done. Disconnect the Smooth 4 and start using it like new.
Have You Upgraded?
Have you updated your Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware? What’s your experience?
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