Ncam Reality
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Rigging the Hardware
Lens Encoders

Preston

3min

Overview

Lens data can be received from a Preston MDR unit, an Ncam supplied cable is used to connect to one of the two serial ports of the MDR device

Required Parts

Ncam Preston Certified Cable 4 pin lemo to 7 pin lemo

Ncam Preston Certified Cable 4 pin lemo  to  7 pin lemo
Ncam Preston Certified Cable 4 pin lemo to 7 pin lemo


Compatibility

Only supported on the Mk2 platform

Requires Preston MDR version 2, 3, or 4

Instructions

Connect the Ncam provided cable to either of the "Serial" ports of the Preston MDR, connect the other end to the RS232 port of the Mk2 server or connection box

Inside the Ncam Reality Preferences select the "Preston Serial Protocol" option from the camera bar tab

Homing is not required but the motors and handset must be properly calibrated