Cinegears MULTI AXIS FOLLOW FOCUS User Manual

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CINEGEARS  WIRELESS  FOLLOW  FOCUS  
FULL  INSTRUCTION  BOOK  
Single   A xis  +  Multi   A xis
V1.0
Single   A xis  Wireless  Kit
And
Multi   A xis  Wired/Wirelss  Kit
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  • Page 1 CINEGEARS  WIRELESS  FOLLOW  FOCUS   FULL  INSTRUCTION  BOOK   Single   A xis  +  Multi   A xis V1.0 Single   A xis  Wireless  Kit Multi   A xis  Wired/Wirelss  Kit ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 2: Online Support

     you  have  read  it  in  full.  You  agree  that  you  are  responsible  for  your  own  conduct  and  any  content   created  while  using  CINEGEARS  products,  and  for  any  consequence  thereof.  You  agree  to  use   this  product  only  for  purposes  that  are  proper  and  in  accordance  with  local  regulations,  terms  and  ...
  • Page 3 CINEGEARS  SINGLE  AXIS  FOLLOW  FOCUS   EXPRESS  KIT  User  Manual V1.0 ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 4: Single-Axis

    Single-Axis...
  • Page 5 Introduction The  Cinegears  Single   A xis  lens  control  system  is  a  wireless  lens  control  kit  for  driving  one  of  your  lens   rings  (focus,  iris  and  zoom.)  The   A LL  NEW  CINEGEARS  Digital  Focus  ‘Express’  kit  is  the  only  follow  ...
  • Page 6  iris,  or  zoom  wirelessly  –  all  from  one  device. Standard  Motor A  lens  control  system  is  only  as  good  as  its  motors,  which  is  why  Cinegears  Lens   Control  Motors  are  held  to  strict  performance  benchmarks  for  noise,  torque  and  ...
  • Page 7 Rod  Bushing These  reducer  bushings  are  crafted  with  high  grade  plastics.  They  are  designed  to  fit   with  any  of  the  CINEGEARS  rod  mounting/bracket  accessories.  Don’t  buy  a  new  rod   system  for  your  rig;;  use  one  of  our  bushings  instead.
  • Page 8: Water Proof Case

     wires  organized,  as  well  as  making  it  more  universal.  You  can  get  it  in  a  variety  of   lengths  so  don’t  hesitate  to  ask. Gear  Re-­locator CINEGEARS  Gear  Re-­locator.  It  is  designed  so  you  can  customize  the  gears’  position   for  better  lens  control.  It  gives  more  reach  and  distance. Water  Proof  Case Waterproof  case  with  Foam  Insert  for  One  Channel  Follow  Focus  provides  protection  ...
  • Page 9: Specification

    Specification ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 10: Additional Accessories

     and  customizable,  perfectly  fit  for  most  lens  size  with  its  standard  0.8  Cine   gears  pitch. Sony  Battery  Plate CINEGEARS  Quick  release  battery  plate  for  the  wireless  controller.  It  supports   SONY  NP-­F550/NP-­F570,  NP-­FM500H,  and  NP-­F970.Provides  you  with  a  longer   standby  time  for  your  controller.
  • Page 11: Direction Control

     perfectly,  together  to  achieve  excellent  performance,  smooth  control,  and  precise  positioning. Input The  CINEGEARS  Wireless  Follow  Focus  has  an  input  voltage  range  of  +12V  to  30V,  there  is  also  an   automatic  voltage  regulator  circuit  inside  the  controller.  The  controller  also  comes  with  a  single  channel  ...
  • Page 12 If  the  drive  gear  wasn’t  installed  close  enough  to  the  lens  swivels  during  the  automatic  calibration,  or  the   swivel  lens  does  not  have  a  start  or  end  point,  please  refer  to  the  semi-­automatic  calibration. ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 13: Manual Calibration

           blue  light  to  green  to  signal  you  to  connect  to  the  controller.  During  normal  operation,  a  single  push  of          the  C-­Code  button  can  change  the  direction  of  the  gear.  The  color  of  the  light  will  change  with  the          direction  of  the  gear. ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 14 CINEGEARS  MULTI  AXIS  FOLLOW  FOCUS   STANDARD  KIT  User  Manual V1.0 ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 15 Multi-Axis...
  • Page 16 Introduction The  Cinegears  Multi   A xis  Digital  Focus  Kit  is  a  wireless  lens  control  kit  for  driving    your  lens  rings  (focus,   iris  and  zoom.)   This  system  includes  the  Cinegears  Wireless  Hand  Controller,  The  Cinegears  Wireless  Receiver,  and  ...
  • Page 17: Standard Controller

     remote  REC  trigger  wirelessly  –  all  from  one  device. Standard  Wireless  Motor  x  3 A  lens  control  system  is  only  as  good  as  its  motors,  which  is  why  CINEGEARS  Lens   Control  Motors  are  held  to  strict  performance  benchmarks  for  noise,  torque,  and  design.  ...
  • Page 18 Rod  Bushing These  reducer  bushings  are  crafted  with  high  grade  plastics.  They  are  designed  to  fit   with  any  of  the  CINEGEARS  rod  mounting/bracket  accessories.  Don’t  buy  a  new  rod   system  for  your  rig;;  use  one  of  our  bushings  instead.
  • Page 19: Detachable A Ntenna

     wires  organized,  as  well  as  making  it  more  universal.  You  can  get  it  in  a  variety  of   lengths  so  don’t  hesitate  to  ask. Detachable   A ntenna The  CINEGEARS  Multi-­Axis  receiver  antenna  is  detachable  for  boosted  signal  and   easier  storage.This  durable  and  compact  design  will  ensure  that  you  can  always   communicate  with  the  receiver.
  • Page 20 Specification ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 21 Specification ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 22  and  customizable,  perfectly  fit  for  most  lens  size  with  its  standard  0.8  Cine   gears  pitch. Sony  Battery  Plate CINEGEARS  Quick  release  battery  plate  for  the  wireless  controller.  It  supports   SONY  NP-­F550/NP-­F570,  NP-­FM500H,  and  NP-­F970.Provides  you  with  a  longer   standby  time  for  your  controller.
  • Page 23  perfectly,  together  to  achieve  excellent  performance,  smooth  control,  and  precise  positioning. Input The  CINEGEARS  Wireless  Follow  Focus  has  an  input  voltage  range  of  +12V  to  30V,  there  is  also  an   automatic  voltage  regulator  circuit  inside  the  controller.  The  controller  also  comes  with  a  single  channel  ...
  • Page 24 If  the  drive  gear  wasn’t  installed  close  enough  to  the  lens  swivels  during  the  automatic  calibration,  or  the   swivel  lens  does  not  have  a  start  or  end  point,  please  refer  to  the  semi-­automatic  calibration. ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 25: Semi-­Automatic Calibration

    ※    During  the  manual  initialization  process,  make  sure   A ,  B,  C  and  D  lights  are  on,  use  (  C  )  or  (  D  )            button  to  rotate  the  gear  to  the  position  you  want  then  use  (A)  and  (B)   ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...
  • Page 26 This  manual  is  subject  to  change  without  prior  notice Please  CINEGEARS.COM  to  check  the  latest  version http://cinegears.com/?page_id=1084 ©  2014  CINEGEARS   A ll  Rights  Reserved...

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