New Third-Party Camera Control Licenses for the ARRI Hi-5
Overview
- Presenter: Sean from ARRI
- Topic: New third-party camera control licenses for the ARRI Hi-5
- Product: ARRI Hi-5, a 3-axis hand unit for remote camera and lens control
- Key Features: Out-of-the-box support for triggering Run Stop on nearly every digital cinema camera; comprehensive camera control for ARRI cameras
- New Licenses: Camera control licenses for RED and Sony cameras
Features of ARRI Hi-5
- Exposure Settings: Change exposure settings, frame rates, trigger playback, and go through clip lists
- User Buttons and Presets: Load custom user buttons and presets for expanded functionality
New Camera Control Licenses
- RED Cameras License: Supports DSMC2 cameras (Gemini), Komodo, and V-Raptor
- Sony Cameras License: Supports Venice and Venice 2
- Compatibility: Requires new motor controllers (c-force mini RF or REAR 1) for license functionality
- Cables Used: Same cables for both motor controllers
Setup and Configuration
RED DSMC2 Cameras
- Motor Controller: REAR 1 connected to Hi-5 via RF 2400 radio modules
- Connections: LBUS port connected to motors; CAM port to the camera
- Control Cable: Cam to RED control cable (Y-cable) with micro LEMO 4-pin connector
- Power: Managed via D-Tap
- Camera Configuration: Set serial protocol to RCP (Red Command Protocol) in camera menu
- Hi-5 Configuration: Status information, frame rate changes, and user button setup from Hi-5
RED Komodo and V-Raptor
- Motor Controller: Choice of c-force mini RF or REAR 1
- Connections: Cam 7-pin connector to control port; D-Tap for power
- Control Ports: Requires a breakout adapter for serial connection
- Camera Protocol: RCP2 (Red Command Protocol 2)
- Baud Rate: Set to 460800 in camera menu
Sony Venice and Venice 2
- Motor Controller: REAR 1 in host mode; same setup for c-force mini RF
- Connections: Cam to remote and D-Tap Y-cable
- Functionality: Change frame rate and ND filter position in normal mode; special RCP mode for additional control
- RCP Mode: Requires setting camera to RCP (Remote Control Panel) mode; factory reset needed
- Lens Metadata Injection: Use of cam to ENG cable for lens metadata
Configuration Challenges
- RED Cameras: Ensure proper modules and serial protocols are used
- Sony Venice: Switching to RCP mode changes ISO display to DB, affecting user experience
Additional Notes
- Metadata Injection: Important for post-production and virtual production workflows
- Setup Requirements: Specific setup processes needed to ensure functionality and proper data flow
Acknowledgments
- Equipment provided by Ignite Digi, Camera Hire Australia, Sandy McLennan, and Susan Lumsden ACS
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