VariZoom VZCPM-K1 CP MICRO Remote Head

Micro Remote Head with Advanced Console Controller and Handwheels

This kit includes the Advanced Console for repeatable motion and cine-style hand wheels.

The newest addition to the CinemaPro family, the CP Micro comes in at roughly half the size & weight of the JR and one-third the original CP. Despite its small form factor, the CP Micro is a real powerhouse, utilizing a high-efficiency, low-mass, enclosed drivetrain that will literally make heads spin. Capable of moving at an imperceptible creep up to 130 degrees in just over a second, the CP Micro is also a true motion control head with frame-accurate capability and full compatibility with our existing and future line of control modules, including wheels, pan bars, jibstick, and advanced consoles (single and multi-head).

Using the same control system as our acclaimed CP and CP JR heads, the CP Micro offers the same frame-accurate, fully enclosed drivetrain, high-performance design at a much more affordable price and in a much smaller and lighter package. Ideal for Canon C100 & C300, Sony FS5, Sony A7RII, RED Raven, DSLRs, and any other compact cameras under 12lbs, the CP Micro sacrifices nothing in quality but is tailored to meet the needs of shooters requiring a smaller and lighter package.

The CP Micro works with all of the existing CinemaPro control devices, including pan bars, hand wheels, advanced console, new "River" multi-head 28-axis console, Jibstick Pro, and Jibstick JR.

Key Features:

• Dynamic speed control from an imperceptible creep up to 130 degrees/second
• Maintenance-free, high-power drivetrain holds camera position
• Cable pass-thru ports on pan and tilt rotators
• Cinema-grade handwheels control
• Native frame-accurate motion control capability
• Advanced Intervalometer for time lapse, stop motion
• Record and play back up to 2000 moves / 1 hour recorded time
• Set a repeat up to 2000 marked positions
• Camera sync for frame-accurate playback
• Easily adjustable single-lock camera platform
• User choice of Mitchell mount or 100mm ball mount at no charge
• Flexible mounting base allows field change of mount type with no special tools
• Lemo connectors for power and control
• AC power supply with 25' cable
• 25' control cable
• Hard carrying case

• Dynamic speed control
• Maintenance-free, high-power drivetrain holds camera position
• Cable pass-thru ports on pan and tilt rotators
• Cinema-grade handwheels control
• Native frame-accurate motion control capability
• Advanced Intervalometer for time lapse, stop motion
• Record and play back up to 2000 moves / 1 hour recorded time
• Set a repeat up to 2000 marked positions
• Camera sync for frame-accurate playback
• Easily adjustable single-lock camera platform

FAQ's

Is there a Delay or Response Time for the Handwheels, Pan-Bars, or Advanced Controller?
When you turn the handwheels, move the pan-bars, or use the joystick, motion begins instantaneously (no lag time). There is no noticeable lost motion control between systems. As with the Advanced Controller, the Smoothing feature can be finely adjusted to tune the acceleration/deceleration behavior of the handwheels or the pan-bars, but all have instantaneous response time.

Can it Mount to a Jimmy Jib?
Yes, the Jimmy Jib adapter is available by special order.

What is the Intervalometer Mode?
Optional Upgrade on CP Jr - Allows recorded takes to be played back and stretched to any reasonable span of time (up to 999 hours). The built-in intervalometer provides a switch closure and triggers any camera that works that way.

What are Soft Limits?
The soft limit is a programmable motion range limit that independently restricts how far the head can pan or tilt while appropriately smoothing the stops so the head doesn't jerk or slam on the brakes, regardless of how fast it is moving. Soft limits can be set to any desired position or turned off completely.

Does the system work only with analog servo motors like M28VP or is it also compatible with digital lens drives like the Heden M26VE?
It works with both.

Is there Iris Control through the Advanced Controller?
No. It is only set up as a two channel lens control for zoom and focus. Iris can be controlled along with zoom and focus through the TOC lens control system.

Can you supply a Y-cable for 2 Heden M28VP on the motor side with right angle connectors?
No.

Is the Pan Bars Option available with a Mitchell Mount?
NO.

What is Backlash? Is it a Problem?
Backlash is the amount of clearance between the gear teeth. If there is excessive backlash, it can cause some slop in the motion when reversing directions, and that is why we provide a backlash adjustment in the CP Jr for adjusting it to a minimum. Backlash can be easily adjusted - contact us.

What Lens Motors are Compatible?
All Canon and Fujinon servo lenses (digital or analog) can be directly controlled through the Advanced Controller. You can also control external Preston, Heden, Bartech or Viewfactor lens drive motors, but you will need to power them through a motor control amplifier like an MDR2 or our TOC. All digital lens drives are controllable/repeatable through the CinemaPro's Advanced Controller; analog lens drives are controllable, but not repeatable.

Time Lapse?
Optional Upgrade for CP Jr - Using the Intervalometer Mode, the CinemaPro Advanced Controller is capable of stretching recorded motion control takes over a time span of 999 hours with variable frame, phase, and sync settings.

Storing and playing back multiple position points
The remote can store marked positions, and if you are running a digital lens, you can preprogram zoom and focus. Before you start programming your multiple mark positions, you want to calibrate the head to a known optical zero. You also want to be sure your tripod is sandbagged so it doesn't move around, or you will have to re-zero.
The two methods we use to calibrate the head are a little bit different, but setting up an optical zero is easier and less intrusive if you need to update your zero during record (e.g., in case someone bumps the tripod out of position).
After you've calibrated/zeroed the head, record all of your multiple positions or marks. Recall them by selecting "GoTo" - "Enter" - "Mark" - "Enter". To move between marks hold down the "Shift" button and press the "Play" or "Stop" button to toggle through your marks; you will see the number in the mark window change as you do this.