Heden YMER 3 Operator's Manual

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The Ymer-3 has been developed as a cooperation between Hedén Group AB in Sweden

and PLC Electronics Solutions in Canada. The system is built around the same basic idea

as our legendary motors. User-friendly and robust have been our mindset throughout the

development. LenSaver

with or without end stops and the quickest manual calibration system on the market.

Features include:

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Lens mapping with pre marked scale rings for focus iris and zoom

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LenSaver

(patent pending) manual calibration

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Automatic calibration

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3 channel Receiver

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Remote trigger

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Robust radio with a line of sight range of up to 500 m (1640 feet)

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Industry-leading wireless control allowing for the fastest response of any long-range

follow focus system on the market

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Control knob with adjustable resistance for smooth individual operation

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Adjustable Zoom speed

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Lens limits and Macro functions at the press of a button

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5 threaded mounting points for attachments, two 1/4 inch, one 3/8 inch and two M4

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Transmitter powered by standard Sony NP-FM500H compatible battery

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manual calibration and manual override, for safe use on any lens

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YMER 3

OPERATORS GUIDE

YMER 3

OPERATORS GUIDE

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Page 1 YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE YMER 3 OPERATORS GUIDE The Ymer-3 has been developed as a cooperation between Hedén Group AB in Sweden and PLC Electronics Solutions in Canada. The system is built around the same basic idea as our legendary motors. User-friendly and robust have been our mindset throughout the development.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE Table of Contents Important information �� 3 Button Layout - Transmitter �� 4 Button Layout - Receiver �� 5 Installing the Receiver �� 6 Receiver setup �� 6 -Setting Motor Direction for Focus and Iris/Zoom Motors ��6 -Resetting the Receiver to Factory Settings ��6...
Page 3: Important Information
2022 OPERATORS GUIDE Important information Hedén Ymer 3 radio module is fully compliant with European CE, United States FCC and GITEKI Japanese stan- • Avoid using Ymer system near water or in rainy conditions. Water intrusion may lead to permanent damage.
Page 4: Button Layout - Transmitter
YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE Button Layout - Transmitter Short press - Power on Long press - Power off Long press - Start pairing cycle Auxiliary functions See page: Zoom control Camera run/stop Iris control slider Long press - Enter menu...
Page 5: Button Layout - Receiver
YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE LED and Button Layout - Receiver Manual calibration see page 7 Pair Motor direction toggle Status display Auto calibrate all channels Side view, left and right side Auxiliary Connector Run/Stop Connector -Auxiliary equipment, - Remote trigger...
Page 6: Installing The Receiver
Pairing The Hedén Ymer 3 system uses frequency-hopping spread spectrum radio signals and powerful antennas to communicate at a distance of up to 500 meters (approx. 547 yards) line of sight. Using a radio system with Low Emission significantly reduces interference by other 2.4Hz radio frequencies and the system will not be affected by WI-Fi devices.
Page 7: Calibration
YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE Auto Calibration Automatic motor calibration is commonly used for lenses with end stops. Automatic calibration can be started in two ways, either from the transmitter or from the receiver. There is three levels of torque settings, LOW, MED, HIGH. You will...
Page 8: Manual Override
For solutions regarding Schmitt triggering used by RED camera systems, more information can be found at https://heden.se/support/red-run-stop/ Information about Run/Stop functions, cables and more can be found at www.heden.se and in our newsletters. To set the system up for remote triggering, a cable needs to be connected from the RUN/S connector on the left-hand side panel on the receiver to the appropriate connector on your camera system.
Page 9: Dir
Lens Mapping Ymer 3 have lens mapping function on all 3 channels. The unit have 100 different storage positions for storing lens data internally. Before you start mapping to make things easier, make sure the motor directions are correct. You can map a lens with one ring and then change what ring you want to use after mapping.
Page 10: Quick Menu
-Use the included USB-stick with specific file structure. If you do not have it, format any USB-stick to FAT32 and download the file structure from our website. When you save the files to the USB they will all be stored in one sigle file. You can insert the USB-stick to another ymer 3 unit and load all the files.
Page 11: Trouble Shooting
YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE Trouble Shooting Q� My motor will not calibrate the full span of the lens A1� Make sure the lens is not right at the lens end stop A2� Try using LenSaverTM manual calibration A3� Try switching to a new gear. Play between gear and hub can cause problems with automatic calibration.
Page 12 YMER 3 2022 OPERATORS GUIDE Visit www.heden.se for our full range of products, downloadable content, newsletters and more. For sales inquires contact Sales at: sales@heden.se For questions regarding service, support and general technical queries: techsupport@heden.se Address: Vita Gavelns Väg 6 SE-426 71 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA...