m2p gimbal protector

[OurAngryBadger]

I accidentally turned on the m2p with the gimble protector still attached. Do you think there's any permanent damage now? It seems to be working ok but I'm worried.

Also does anyone not use the protector at all? I know its mostly to prevent dust and debris from getting into the gimble when it's not being used, but I keep the m2p in a bag so I wonder if it's really necessary.

It's just kind of a pain in the bleep to attach it every time. Getting the slot in it to line up with the camera. I feel like I will do more damage to the gimbal trying to get it on every time I pack up the m2p vs. Just not using the protector at all

 

[THE CYBORG]

I got THIS & it’s a lot easier to fit than the standard gimbal lock.
I wouldn't recommend not using a gimbal protector / lock, it is more for protection from physical damage than stopping dust.

 

[bumper]

You can tie a ribbon onto the protector to remind you to remove before flight.

There are protectors that are easier to install/remove:

Amazon.com : CamKix 2in1 Gimbal Lock and Camera Shield Compatible with DJI Mavic 2 Pro - Set of 2 - Locks The Position of The Gimbal - Shields The Camera Against Impacts - Essential Drone Protection Kit

Or a lens hood that offers enough protection for day to day use in a hard case:

Amazon.com: PGYTECH Lens Hood for DJI Mavic 2 PRO/Mavic 2 Zoom, U Shape Lens Sun Shade Glare Shield Lens Camera Protector Gimbal Protector for Mavic 2 Drone Accessories: Toys & Games

 

[Not A Speck Of Cereal]

TLDR; Accidentally leaving it on during a power-up is probably nowhere near as bad as carrying the thing around without the gimbal protector on.

First hand experience without the protector: I opened my backpack a few weeks back after a few months of no drone flying (because of winter weather), to find that the protector had fallen off.

"OH NO" I cried, wondering how long it had been like that, and how much movement that backpack has seen in the months since my last flight.

"Stop worrying -- it's probably okay", I consoled myself. I then charged up all the batteries and went out for a flight.

To my horror, the gimbal was all wobbly and didn't respond to controls. I landed and did a gimbal calibration, but it didn't help at all! I was so peeved at myself.

However, I did a full power off, then a power on, then another gimbal calibration, then another power cycle. Finally, during power on, I could see the gimbal do the full start-up test. The controls all responded. I got up in the air and tested everything — it was all a-okay.

But I wouldn't want to repeat that experience. And it could have been worse: my multiple power-cycle / gimbal-calibration routine might not have fixed it (so I would have been out of the drone for several weeks and a few hundred dollars to for the repair to boot).

Why would you want to chance that? You wouldn't — always put your gimbal protector on.

Chris

 

[msinger]

I know its mostly to prevent dust and debris from getting into the gimble when it's not being used

It's actually mostly to prevent it from being damaged.

I wouldn't necessarily do this, but it would probably be fine if the bag isn't being moved and there's no chance that someone else will accidentally move/bump/drop the bag. I'd put the gimbal lock back on before travelling anywhere with the bag though.

It's just kind of a pain in the bleep to attach it every time. Getting the slot in it to line up with the camera. I feel like I will do more damage to the gimbal trying to get it on

I'm using the SunnyLife gimbal lock on my M2P. It's a lot easier to attach. The only downside is that it's possible to break the little tabs off (from the front of the gimbal lock) if you're not careful when attaching/removing it. For the low cost, I'll take that risk and replace it if that happens.

 

[cameraman52]

I accidentally turned on the m2p with the gimble protector still attached. Do you think there's any permanent damage now? It seems to be working ok but I'm worried.

Also does anyone not use the protector at all? I know its mostly to prevent dust and debris from getting into the gimble when it's not being used, but I keep the m2p in a bag so I wonder if it's really necessary.

It's just kind of a pain in the bleep to attach it every time. Getting the slot in it to line up with the camera. I feel like I will do more damage to the gimbal trying to get it on every time I pack up the m2p vs. Just not using the protector at all

Don´t worry, there will be no damage at all. But do this not every time.

 

[Checki]

I still don't understand, why so many people say its hard to attach the gimbal cover.
It never takes me longer than 1-2 seconds. Maybe I should make a short video to show it.

 

[msinger]

I still don't understand, why so many people say its hard to attach the gimbal cover

Try one of the 3rd party gimbal locks and you'll understand.

 

[Thomas B]

I got THIS & it’s a lot easier to fit than the standard gimbal lock.
I wouldn't recommend not using a gimbal protector / lock, it is more for protection from physical damage than stopping dust.

I use the PolarPro also. Quick, better stabilization than OEM, and padded, so no scratches.

 

[OurAngryBadger]

I still don't understand, why so many people say its hard to attach the gimbal cover.
It never takes me longer than 1-2 seconds. Maybe I should make a short video to show it.

Holding drone in one hand, trying to put on cover with the other, camera flops around

 

[Checki]

Try one of the 3rd party gimbal locks and you'll understand.

I don't need to understand anything, because I have no problem at all mounting the gimbal cover. Like i said, takes me a second to do and done.

 

[Checki]

Holding drone in one hand, trying to put on cover with the other, camera flops around

Not when I do it ?

 

[msinger]

Like i said, takes me a second to do and done.

I guess we'll leave the 3rd party locks to those people who want something easier then. I can understand you can't appreciate them since you've never tried them.

 

[Checki]

I guess we'll leave the 3rd party locks to those people who want something easier then. I can understand you can't appreciate them since you've never tried them.

Of course, it's OK to buy 3rd party stuff.
But i can say it three times, I don't need anything else, because there is no reason. Because there is no problem.
That's all I said, that I don't understand how someone can have a problem with the gimbal cover.
I make a short video the next days to show you how to put it on, maybe you do something wrong, who knows.

 

[OurAngryBadger]

Of course, it's OK to buy 3rd party stuff.
But i can say it three times, I don't need anything else, because there is no reason. Because there is no problem.
That's all I said, that I don't understand how someone can have a problem with the gimbal cover.
I make a short video the next days to show you how to put it on, maybe you do something wrong, who knows.

Please do make the video.

I'm not saying it's impossible to do , but I dont understand the point of the little folding plastic part in the cover that fits over the camera. It very hard for me to get that thing on the camera when both it AND the camera sre flopping around

 

[Thomas B]

Of course, it's OK to buy 3rd party stuff.
But i can say it three times, I don't need anything else, because there is no reason. Because there is no problem.
That's all I said, that I don't understand how someone can have a problem with the gimbal cover.
I make a short video the next days to show you how to put it on, maybe you do something wrong, who knows.

Understand.. respect your position.
so folks can compare to your video... here’s one on the PolarPro gimbal lock with two views.

 

[msinger]

I don't understand how someone can have a problem with the gimbal cover

Well, that's the reason 3rd party gimbal locks exist and why people are buying them. DJI doesn't make great gimbal locks. Never have... and maybe never will.

 

[Fred Garvin]

When I first looked at the Polar Pro, I was concerned with the many posts/threads about it being too tight. When I watched Thomas’s video, that made the decision for me. Haven’t looked back. It’s a good one.

 

[Thomas B]

When I first looked at the Polar Pro, I was concerned with the many posts/threads about it being too tight. When I watched Thomas’s video, that made the decision for me. Haven’t looked back. It’s a good one.

For the record, I didn’t make the video of the PP gimbal lock. Another member made it and posted in response to my questions and concerns. All I can say is it’s been trouble free use for over a year and about 200 flying days. No scratches on the drone either.

 

[Fred Garvin]

Cool....I saw it cause you posted it several times.....in any case, it alleviated concerns.