cmotion compactLCS Manuel utilisateur
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V 1.03 | Nov 30th, 2015
Software Release Package: 2015_03
compactLCS
User Guide
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Table of Contents
1. Component Overview.......................................................................................... 3
1.1. compact hand unit............................................................................................... 3
1.2. compact camin .................................................................................................... 6
1.3. cforce motor ........................................................................................................ 8
2. compact system Accessories.............................................................................. 9
2.1. Battery................................................................................................................. 9
2.2. Battery Charger................................................................................................... 9
2.3. cstrap .................................................................................................................. 9
2.4. rod connector .................................................................................................... 10
2.5. Marker Ring....................................................................................................... 10
3. System Setup.................................................................................................... 11
3.1. Mounting cforce Motors..................................................................................... 11
3.2. Mounting the camin........................................................................................... 12
3.3. Connecting the Motors to the camin ................................................................. 12
3.4. Power Supply .................................................................................................... 12
4. System Operation ............................................................................................. 13
4.1. Powering up the System ................................................................................... 13
4.2. hand unit Main Display...................................................................................... 13
4.3. Entering the Menu............................................................................................. 13
4.4. hand unit Menu Guide....................................................................................... 14
4.5. Motor Calibration............................................................................................... 17
4.6. Setting Controller Speed ................................................................................... 18
4.7. Setting Lens Limits............................................................................................ 18
4.8. Starting and Stopping the Camera.................................................................... 19
4.9. Turning the System off ...................................................................................... 19
5. Updating System Components ......................................................................... 20
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Before Use
Dear Customer, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing the compact
Lens & Camera Control System. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep
them handy for future reference.
Information for Your Safety
■Danger of operational error!
■Danger of injury!
■Damage to equipment possible!
General Safety Precautions
■In order to ensure optimal performance, please read the instructions!
■Do not put your fingers near the motors while motors are moving!
■Make sure all components (camin, lens motors, etc.) are securely mounted!
■Remove batteries from components before transport or storage!
■Repairs should only be made only by authorized service centers!
■Use only original cmotion replacement parts!
■In the case of wet weather, routine safety precautions for handling electrical
equipment in wet weather should be taken!
■Do not remove any screws that are secured with paint!
■Do not remove any warranty seals!
Important
■If you have questions, or you need to order parts, please note the components‘
model and serial number.
■For support requests, also supply the installed firmware number of all system
components.
■WARNING: cmotion can only guarantee operation if original cmotion products are
used.
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Using this Guide
This manual is split in three parts. The first introduces you to the compact lens control system,
explaining components and concepts. The second takes you step by step through the setup of
the system. The third part guides you through operation and menu options. The table of contents
on page 3 provides a reference guide to specific sections of this user guide for quick information.
Note: Notes indicate important information related to the respective sec-
tions of this user’s guide.
Warning: Warnings indicate important safety information. Ignoring these
could lead to equipment damage or injury.
All cmotion components are written in italics throughout this manual.
Cables
When a cable is referred to in this user’s manual, it will be referred to by its connectors.
E.g. Le 10p, Fi 3p. Connectors are manufactured by W. W. Fisher, Lemo or Hirose and are
referred to as Fi, Le and Hi respectively. The cable identification begins with the connector that
is attached to the camin unit followed by the connector which is attached to non-cmotion unit or
cmotion accessory. Each connector also takes reference from the number of pins it has. E.g. Le
10p, Fi 3p means that the cmotion connector is a 10pin Lemo and the other end is a 3pin Fischer.
Cables may also be referred to by their commonly used names e.g. LBUS (Le 4p, Le 4p).
Occasionally, cable connectors are referred to as ‘m’ or ‘f’ to identify whether the connector is
male or female. For a full overview of cables, please download the cmotion cable guide available
from www.cmotion.eu.
Necessary Tools
4mm Allen keys may be required to complete steps laid out in the manual.
Frequently Used Terms
To Power Cycle: Turn your unit off and on again
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1. Component Overview
This section of the User Guide deals with the description of the components and their respective
functions, LEDs and buttons.
1.1. compact hand unit
The compact hand unit is an ergonomic, lightweight and intuitive 3 axis controller for compact
LCS. It is available for either right or left handed operators.
The integrated 2.3” colour screen clearly displays important data and menu options, even in
direct sunlight. Thoughtfully laid out function buttons make it quick and convenient to configure
settings.
The compact hand unit is equipped with three controllers:
■a focus knob similar to the basic knob on the cvolutionLCS
■a pressure sensitive joystick
■a rocker switch
The compact hand unit can control up to 3 motors in either wireless or cabled configurations.
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1.1.1. Connectors and Buttons on the compact
hand unit
Connectors
LBUS port The compact hand unit has an LBUS port under-
neath. This allows you to connect the hand unit
directly to a cforce motor (or camin for firmware
updates) using an LCB-x cable. („x“ denotes
the length of cable).
cmotion locking disc The compact hand unit features a standard 27mm
locking disc to attach various accessories and
fastening tools.
Battery port Insert the cmotion battery in the battery port to
power the hand unit.
cmotion locking disc
pressure sensitive joystick
knob
rocker switch
battery release
LBUS connector
display
battery
USB connector
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Buttons
The buttons on the compact hand unit are laid out as follows:
ON/OFF and MENU Button
CALIBRATE ButtonRECORD Button
UP Button
DOWN Button
LENS Button
UP Button
DOWN Button
LENS Button
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1.2. compact camin
The compact camin is a small and lightweight box which offers wireless control for up to 3
motors plus a universal interface for camera start/stop control. Having parts of the electronics in
the motor enables us to keep this unit compact, simple and flexible.
Note: When mounting a camin, make sure that all cables can be
connected without strain
1.2.1. compact camin wireless system
The compact camin uses a 2.4 Ghz wireless radio module to communicate with the compact
hand unit. Most important technical specs are:
■Selectable RF channels: 0-7
■Wireless frequency: 2.4 Ghz
■Max active wireless operators: 1
■Wireless range: up to 150m (495 feet) outdoor and 30m (98 feet) indoor
■Transmission delay: <10ms
RFchannel selection
LBUS Le 4p
1/4 20 screw
thred
RS Fi 3p
cmotion locking
disc
EXT LE 10p
on/off switch
LED lamp
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1.2.2. Connectors of the compact camin
Le f10p The Le f10p connector provides a run/stop interface
for various cameras using optional cmotion cables
Fi m3p The Fi m3p connector is used to supply power to
the camin and motors from either a battery or cam-
era where applicable. Note: Also provides run/stop
control for ARRI cameras.
LBUS port The Le f4p ‘LBUS’ connector allows you to connect
the cforce / cforce mini motors to the camin or the
camin to the hand unit for firmware updates.
cmotion locking disc The 27mm locking disc allows the camin to be
mounted on any 19mm or 15mm rod using the cfast
rod connector.
1/4“ threaded hole A standard 1/4“ threaded hole is positioned on one
side of the camin for optional mounting solutions.
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