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Hand controls

HU4

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  • Wireless hand control for Focus, Iris, and Zoom channels

  • 2.4 GHz wireless communication system with 60 wireless channels

  • Lens mapping feature maps the focus distances of any lens to a set of five pre-printed marking rings

  • Controls Light Ranger 2​​

FOCUS / IRIS

  • Interfaces with motor drivers to control one motor (Focus or Iris)

  • Perfect for breaking out Iris control for DPs

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Motor Drivers / Motors

Motor drivers

MDR-3

  • Four-channel motor driver (Focus, Iris, Zoom, and user-configurable AUX) for digital lens motors

  • Connects wirelessly to Preston G4 wireless link

  • Dual Serial ports allow connection to the Light Ranger 2 and firmware updates

  • Analog port enables direct connection to Micro Force and broadcast-style controls

  • USB port available for firmware updates and lens metadata

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MDR-4

  • Two-channel motor driver (Focus and Iris or Zoom) for digital lens motors

  • Connects wirelessly to Preston G4 wireless link

  • Single Serial port allows connection to the Light Ranger 2 and firmware updates

  • Analog port enables direct connection to Micro Force and broadcast-style controls

  • USB port available for firmware updates

  • Perfect for handheld, Steadicam, MōVI, and other lightweight applications

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MDR-5

  • Three channel Focus, Iris, and Zoom motor driver in a very compact package.

  • Connects wirelessly to Preston G4 wireless link

  • High current capability for fast and accurate motor positioning.

  • Lens metadata recording with Micro SD card

  • Timecode jamming.

  • USB-C for firmware updates, metadata storage.

  • Dual Serial ports support Light Ranger 2, motion control, firmware updates, accessories.

  • Ethernet port.

  • Combined RS232 and Analog port for external Micro Force zoom control.

Motors

motors

DM1X, Motor

DM1X

  • Fastest digital lens motor available, perfect for quick Focus racks and Light Ranger 2 autofocus

  • Detachable 15mm rod for quick and easy bracket mounting solutions

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DM2X, Motor

DM2X

  • Workhorse all-purpose digital lens motor suitable for all lens types

  • Strongest Preston motor available

  • Detachable 15mm rod for quick and easy bracket mounting solutions​​

DM5, Motor

DM5

  • Miniature motor with enough torque and speed for all except the heaviest zoom lenses

  • The lightest, most compact Preston motor available

  • Integrated Kipp handle and clamp to mount up to 3 DM5s on a single swingarm motor bracket

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LR2M, Sensor

LR2M

  • The LR2M sensor has a 20° field of view for mid to long-focal-length lenses

  • Companion sensor unit LR2W provides a 50° field of view for short to mid-focal length lenses

  • Industry-first focus assist system that overlays graphics onto a focus puller’s monitor

  • Works with Video Interface Unit to display distance and depth information for up to 16 horizontal measurement zones across the frame

  • Allows for a seamless transition between manual and autofocus modes

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LR2W, Sensor

LR2W

  • The LR2W sensor has a 50° field of view sensor for short to mid-focal length lenses

  • Companion sensor unit LR2M has a 20° field of view for mid to long-focal length lenses

  • Industry-first focus assist system that overlays graphics onto a focus puller’s monitor

  • Works with Video Interface Unit to display distance and depth information for up to 16 horizontal measurement zones across the frame

  • Allows for a seamless transition between manual and autofocus modes

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Video Interface Unit

Video Interface Unit

  • Industry-first focus assist system that overlays graphics onto a focus puller’s monitor

  • Displays distance and depth information for up to 16 horizontal measurement zones across the frame

  • Features manual and autofocus modes with a seamless transition between the two

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Focus Assist

Focus Assist
Zoom Controls

ZOOM Controls

Micro Force 3, Zoom Control

Digital Micro Force 3

  • Industry standard zoom control now featuring advanced self-calibration technology to eliminate motor creep and periodic adjustments

  • Force-sensor joystick and adjustable speed control knob allow smooth and precise zooms

  • Soft stop functionality automatically slows the motor a user-settable distance from the end of its travel

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Radio Micro Force, G4 wireless system for Zoom Control

4015X: Radio Micro Force [for DMF]

  • Connect to Digital Micro Force [DMF] for standalone wireless zoom control

  • G4 wireless system for industry-leading range and interference rejection

  • External antenna connector

  • Tri-color LED indicates wireless signal strength, red LED indicates camera run/stop status

  • Bright red LEDs display wireless channel and current zoom position

Radio Micro Force, G4 wireless system for Zoom Control

4016X: Radio Micro Force [for V+F3]

  • Connect to Analog Micro Force [AMF] for standalone wireless zoom control

  • G4 wireless system for industry-leading range and interference rejection

  • External antenna connector

  • Tri-color LED indicates wireless signal strength, red LED indicates camera run/stop status

  • Bright red LEDs display wireless channel and current zoom position

Cables
Camera Control

CAMERA CONTROL
(HU4 ONLY)

Cable 4750

4750: RED camera control and run/stop (HU4 only)

Cable ID:

  • 4750

Name:

  • RED camera control and run/stop (HU4 only)

Length:

  • 24 inches

HU4 Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 10-pin 1B Lemo

  • 4-pin 00B Lemo

COMBINED POWER AND RUN / STOP

Cable 4799

4799: RS/Power for 3-pin Fischer

Cable ID:

  • 4799

Name:

  • RS/Power for 3-pin Fischer

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 10-pin 1B Lemo

  • 3-pin Fischer

Power

POWER

Cable 4625

4625: 3-pin XLR 24v Arri polarity battery

Cable ID:

  • 4625

Name:

  • 3-pin XLR 24v Arri polarity battery

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-3

  • MDR-4

  • Light Ranger 2

Connectors:

  • 2-pin 0B Lemo

  • 3-pin XLR

Cable 4640

4640: 4-pin XLR 12v battery

Cable ID:

  • 4640

Name:

  • 4-pin XLR 12v battery

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-3

  • MDR-4

  • Light Ranger 2

Connectors:

  • 2-pin 0B Lemo

  • 4-pin XLR

Cable 4641

4641: D-tap power

Cable ID:

  • 4641Z

Name:

  • D-tap power

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-3

  • MDR-4

  • Light Ranger 2

Connectors:

  • 2-pin 0B Lemo

  • 2-pin D-tap

4677: 12v PRO stabilizer rig

Cable ID:

  • 4677

Name:

  • 12v PRO stabilizer rig

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • Light Ranger 2

Connectors:

  • 2-pin 0B Lemo

  • 4-pin Hermaphrodite Lemo

4678: 24v PRO stabilizer rig

Cable ID:

  • 4678

Name:

  • 24v PRO stabilizer rig

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 2-pin 0B Lemo

  • 4-pin Hermaphrodite Lemo

Cable 4699

4699: 3-pin Fischer (power ONLY)

Cable ID:

  • 4699

Name:

  • 3-pin Fischer (power ONLY)

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • Light Ranger 2

Connectors:

  • 2-pin 0B Lemo

  • 3-pin Fischer

MDR

MDR CAMERA RUN ONLY

Cable 4746

4746: Red BNC cable for Epic/Scarlet

Cable ID:

  • 4746

Name:

  • Red BNC cable for Epic/Scarlet

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 10-pin 1B Lemo

  • BNC Connector

Cable 4755

4755: F55/Panasonic Varicam 4-pin Hirose

Cable ID:

  • 4755

Name:

  • F55/Panasonic Varicam 4-pin Hirose

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 10-pin 1B Lemo

  • 4-pin Hirose

Cable 4757

4757: Canon C500/C300 LANC

Cable ID:

  • 4757

Name:

  • Canon C500/C300 LANC

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 10-pin 1B Lemo

  • LANC

Motor

MOTOR

Cable 4410

4410: Motor Straight Connectors

Cable ID:

  • 4410

Name:

  • Straight Connectors

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • DM1X

  • DM2X

  • DM5

Connectors:

  • 7-pin 1B Lemo

  • 7-pin 1B Lemo

Cable 4411

4411: Motor Right Angle Connectors

Cable ID:

  • 4411

Name:

  • Right Angle Connectors

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • DM1X

  • DM2X

  • DM5

Connectors:

  • 7-pin 1B right angle Lemo

  • 7-pin 1B right angle Lemo

Cable 4412

4412: Motor Straight to Right Angle Connectors

Cable ID:

  • 4412

Name:

  • Straight to Right Angle Connectors

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • DM1X

  • DM2X

  • DM5

Connectors:

  • 7-pin 1B Lemo

  • 7-pin 1B right angle Lemo

Micro Force

MICRO FORCE

Cable 4449

4449: Digital MF to Radio Micro Force

Cable ID:

  • 4449

Name:

  • DMF to Radio Micro Force

Length:

  • 8 inches

Compatible Units:

  • Digital Micro Force 3

  • Radio Micro Force

Connectors:

  • 6-pin 0B Lemo

  • 14-pin 2B Lemo

Cable 4765

4765: Digital MF to MDR3/4 analog port (enabling operator zoom)

Cable ID:

  • 4765

Name:

  • DMF to MDR3 analog port (enabling operator zoom)

Length:

  • 48 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • Digital Micro Force 3

  • HU4

Connectors:

  • 9-pin 0B Lemo

  • 14-pin 2B Lemo

Cable 4765

4765-L: Digital MF to HU4 analog port
 (HU4 ONLY)

Cable ID:

  • 4765-L

Name:

  • HU4 to Digital Micro Force (HU4 ONLY)

Length:

  • 8 feet

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • Digital Micro Force 3

  • HU4

Connectors:

  • 9-pin 0B Lemo

  • 14-pin 2B Lemo

8765: Digital MF to MDR5 analog port (enabling operator zoom)

Cable ID:

  • 4765

Name: 

  • Digital MF to MDR5 analog port (enabling operator zoom)

Length: 

  • 48 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • Digital Micro Force 3

Connectors:

  • 7-pin 0B Lemo

  • 14-pin 2B Lemo

8766: Analog MF to MDR5 analog port (enabling operator zoom)

Cable ID:

  • 4765

Name:

  • Digital MF to MDR5 analog port (enabling operator zoom)

Length:

  • 48 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • Analog Micro Force V+F3

Connectors:

  • 7-pin 0B Lemo

  • 10-pin 2B Lemo

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1221: Digital Micro Force Y cable to
3-Pin Fischer

Cable ID:

  • 1221

Name:

  • Digital Micro Force Y cable to 3-Pin Fischer

Length:

  • 2.5m

Compatible Units:

  • 1211: Digital Micro Force

Connectors:

  • 14-pin 2B Lemo

  • 3-pin Fischer

  • 7-pin 1B Lemo

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1227: Digital Micro Force Y cable to D-Tap

Cable ID:

  • 1227

Name:

  • Digital Micro Force Y cable to D-Tap

Length:

  • 2.5m

Compatible Units:

  • 1211: Digital Micro Force

Connectors:

  • 14-pin 2B Lemo

  • D-Tap

  • 7-pin 1B Lemo

Other

OTHER

Cable 4742

4742: MDR-3/4/5 to Cinetape readout

Cable ID:

  • 4742

Name:

  • MDR3/MDR4 to Cinetape readout

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

Connectors:

  • 6-pin 1B Lemo

  • 4-pin 0B Lemo

Cable 6015

6015: MDR-3/4/5 to Light Ranger serial cable

Cable ID:

  • 6015

Name:

  • MDR3/MDR4 to Light Ranger serial cable

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • Light Ranger 2

Connectors:

  • 4-pin 0B Lemo

  • 4-pin 0B Lemo

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6101: Bluetooth module extension cable for LR2W and LR2M (see 6100 for module)

Cable ID:

  • 6101

Name:

  • Bluetooth module extension cable for LR2W and LR2M

Length:

  • 24 inches

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-4

  • MDR-3

  • LR2

  • LR2W

  • LR2M

  • HU4

Connectors:

  • 4-pin 0B Lemo

  • 4-pin 0B Lemo

7100: Command cable HU4 to MDR-3/5 (HU4 only)

Cable ID:

  • 7100

Name:

  • Command cable HU4 to MDR3 (HU4 only)

Length:

  • 30 feet

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

  • MDR-3

  • HU4

Connectors:

  • 6-pin 0B Lemo

  • 6-pin 0B Lemo

Accessories
Light Ranger 2

6010: Light Ranger 2 Dovetail Clamp

Accessory ID:

  • 6010

Name:

  • Light Ranger 2 Dovetail Clamp

Description:

  • This bracket mounts the LR2 family to 15mm rods.

Compatible Units:

  • Light Ranger 2M

  • Light Ranger 2W

​6008: ARRI Handle Bracket

Accessory ID:

  • 6008

Name:

  • ARRI Handle Bracket

Description:

  • This bracket provides a compact solution for mounting the Light Ranger 2 on the front of the handle, and features ARRI-spaced locating pins to ensure correct alignment.

Compatible Units:​

  • Light Ranger 2M

  • Light Ranger 2W

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6020: LR2 Mounting Bracket

Accessory ID:

  • 6020

Name:

  • LR2 Mounting Bracket

Description:

  • This bracket provides a compact solution for mounting the Light Ranger 2 on the front of the handle (w/handle kit incl.) or on the top 15mm rods (ARRI standard LWS 60mm). See photos in shop.

Compatible Units:

  • Light Ranger 2M

  • Light Ranger 2W

Motor Gears

motor gears

4220: 0.80M Gear (0.25" wide)

Accessory ID: 

  • 4220

Name: 

  • 0.80M Gear (0.25" wide)

Compatible Units:

  • DM1X

  • DM2X

4221: 0.80M Gear (0.50" wide)

Accessory ID:

  • 4221

Name:

  • 0.80M Gear (0.50" wide)

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

4231: 48 Pitch (Panavision Zoom)

Accessory ID:

  • 4231

Name:

  • 48 Pitch (Panavision Zoom)

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

4232: 64 Pitch (Panavision Iris)

Accessory ID:

  • 4232

Name:

  • 64 Pitch (Panavision Iris)

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

4240: 0.50M Gear (Canon Lens)

Accessory ID:

  • 4240

Name:

  • 0.50M Gear (Canon Lens)

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

4241: 0.60M Gear (Fujinon Video Lens)

Accessory ID:

  • 4241

Name:

  • 0.60M Gear (Fujinon Video Lens)

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

4242: 0.40M Gear (Fujinon Video - Iris)

Accessory ID:

  • 4242

Name:

  • 0.40M Gear (Fujinon Video - Iris)

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

4220a: 0.80M Gear (0.25" wide [DM5])

Accessory ID:

  • 4220a

Name: 

  • 0.80M Gear (0.25" wide)

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

4221a: 0.80M Gear (0.50" wide [DM5])

Accessory ID:

  • 4221a

Name:

  • 0.80M Gear (0.50" wide)

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

4231a: 48 Pitch (Panavision Zoom [DM5])

Accessory ID: 

  • 4231a

Name: 

  • 48 Pitch (Panavision Zoom [DM5])

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

4232a: 64 Pitch (Panavision Iris [DM5])

Accessory ID:

  • 4232a

Name:

  • 64 Pitch (Panavision Iris [DM5])

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

4240a: 0.50M Gear (Canon Lens [DM5])

Accessory ID: 

  • 4240a

Name: 

  • 0.50M Gear (Canon Lens [DM5])

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

4241a: 0.60M Gear (Fujinon Lens [DM5])

Accessory ID: 

  • 4241a

Name: 

  • 0.60M Gear (Fujinon Lens [DM5])

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

4242a: 0.40M Gear (Fujinon Iris [DM5])

Accessory ID: 

  • 4242a

Name: 

  • 0.40M Gear (Fujinon Iris [DM5])

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

Motor Mounts

motor mounts

4310: PV 19mm Swing Arm
(bottom rod)

Accessory ID: 

  • 4310

Name: 

  • PV 19mm Swing Arm (bottom rod)

Inter-axis:

  • 55mm

4301: 19mm Swing Arm

Accessory ID: 

  • 4301

Name: 

  • 19mm Swing Arm

Inter-axis:

  • 95mm

4302: 19mm Swing Arm to MDR 15mm

Accessory ID: 

  • 4302

Name: 

  • 19mm Swing Arm to MDR 15mm

Inter-axis:

  • 45mm

4333: Moviecam/Arri Bracket

Accessory ID: 

  • 4333

Name: 

  • Moviecam/Arri Bracket

Inter-axis

  • 115mm

4210: Spare 15mm rod

Accessory ID:

  • 4210

Name:

  • Spare 15mm rod

Compatible Units:

  • DM2X

  • DM1X

  • DM5

4320: Step Down Bushing, 19-15mm

Accessory ID: 

  • 4320

Name: 

  • Step Down Bushing, 19mm-15mm

4321: PV Step Down Bushing, 19mm-5/8"

Accessory ID: 

  • 4321

Name: 

  • PV Step Down Bushing, 19mm-5/8"

4209-CA: DM5 Clamp Arm

Accessory ID:

  • 4209-CA

Name:

  • DM5 Clamp Arm w/ 19mm - 15mm step down bushing

Descritption:

  • Compact DM5 bracket with a clamp for quick dismount.

Weight:

  • 60g 

Compatible Units:

  • DM5

Other2

other

4026: Marking Ring for Focus/Iris

Accessory ID:

  • 4026

Name:

  • Marking Ring for Focus/Iris

Description:

  • This ring sits perfectly over your Focus/Iris' knob, allowing you to make your own marks.

Compatible Units:

  • Focus/Iris

4065: Marking Ring for HU4/HU3

Accessory ID:

  • 4065

Name:

  • Marking Ring for HU4/HU3

Description:

  • This ring sit perfectly on the focus knob of a Hand Unit 3. You can either mark it yourself, or purchase a pre-marked label that is compatible with our proprietary lens calibration algorithm

Compatible Units:

  • Hand Unit 3/4

1155: Pan Arm bracket with two extension tubes

Accessory ID:

  • 1155

Name:

  • Pan Arm bracket with two extension tubes

Description:

  • This bracket kit connects the Digital Micro Force 3 or V+F3 to a Pan Arm. The kit includes two brackets which fit to either a 18mm or 3/4inch Pan Arm.

Compatible Units:

  • Digital Micro Force 3

  • V+F3

6100: Bluetooth module for Preston Connect app

Accessory ID: 

  • 6100

Name: 

  • Bluetooth module for Preston Connect app

Description: 

  • The Preston Connect system consists of this Bluetooth Module and the PCS app. Use these tools to update your units as well as manage the lenses on your Hand Unit 3.

Compatible Units:

  • MDR-3

  • MDR-4

  • Hand Unit 4

  • Hand Unit 3

  • Light Ranger Video Interface Unit

8000-MP: MDR-5 Mounting Plate

Accessory ID:

  • 8000-MP 

 Description: 

  • This mounting plate is compatible with ARRI Interface, 3/8" - 1/4" & Pin-Lock. Includes 1 set of screws (4x 4-40, 2x removable Pin-Lock, 1x Low-Profile 3/8"). Additional set of screws upon request. 

 Weight:

  • 76g

 Compatible Units:

  • MDR-5

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