PDL

The PD Movie Remote Live (PDL) is a self-contained multi-control handgrip and motor system for lens control on both cinema and EF camera lenses that camera operators will love. The mechanical range of your lens is calibrated using an easy one-push function to store lens parame.ters, i.e., focus, iris and zoom. A secondary A-to-B stop can be set for operating within a chosen range of parameters. The hardwired motor drive cable provides little to no rotational latency. Two control modes change motor speed for slow-ramped focus action or a faster speed for larger rack focus. The PDL comes with a 0.8 gear motor drive. The clamp is equipped with multiple rosettes for a variety of mounting options, e.g., left/right hand control, shoulder, jib, and gimbal. The PDL kit includes integrated 10-hour battery power, 24″ motor control cable, standard torque motor with both 19 mm and 15 mm rod mount options, and a laser-cut soft case for safe transport.

Multiple Mounting Options

The hand control unit is designed for multiple mounting options for a variety of shooting environments, e.g., left/right hand control, shoulder, jib, and gimbal. The clamp adapts to a range of 14-40 mm.

Gimbal

Shoulder Rig

Jib

Tripod

Integrated Handgrip Battery

The lithium-ion battery is integrated into the handgrip – one less accessory to add to your rig – and provides up to 10 hours of operation.

Modes of Operation

The Remote Live PDL has two modes of operation to better control your lens: Standard Mode and Ramp Mode. Standard Mode produces 360 degrees of movement of mapped lens travel. In Ramp Mode there are 216 degrees of movement for the mapped lens travel, and the motor will “feather” the movement, creating smoother, more refined zooms or focus moves.

Multiple Control Modes

Whether you are rack-focusing on the fly or doing very precise moves, the AB stop feature will help you hit your marks. Two modes of operation provide a speedy motor move or a slower, ramped move.

Battery Level and corresponding LED Display

Status Capacity LED

Normal Operation
75%-100%

50%-75%

25%-50%

Below 25%

Charging
Currently Charging

Easy One-Push Mapping

The system features automatic lens calibration and can map virtually any cinema style lens right out of the box. The two included motors deliver professional grade performance, critical when shooting with high-end cinema glass and greater lens torque.

Motor mounts on both 15 and 19 mm rods

The whisper-quiet motor easily mounts on both 15 mm and 19 mm rods and can be positioned to adjust to different lenses and rigs.

All-inclusive Package

With a solid build and robust performance, the PD Movie Remote Live Multi-Control System includes all the needed components in one case: a grip controller, integrated battery, drive motor, motor drive cable and A/C charger. With PD Movie, focus control is at your fingertips.

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