Ncam Reality
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Rigging the Hardware
Lens Encoders
Preston
3min
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
Ncam Preston Certified Cable 4 pin lemo to 7 pin lemo
Ncam Preston Certified Cable 4 pin lemo to 7 pin lemo

Only supported on the Mk2 platform
Requires Preston MDR version 2, 3, or 4
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