The CTRL.5 sets a new standard for wireless FIZ (Focus, Iris, Zoom) lens-control handsets, featuring a 5-inch SmallHD ultra-bright touchscreen powered by CTRL.OS—an evolution of SmallHD’s PageOS designed specifically for lens control. It allows you to view critical lens data overlays while pulling focus without looking away from the video feed. Lenses can be calibrated to pre-marked focus rings, and configurations are easily accessible via the touchscreen or any of the eleven programmable function buttons. The hand unit offers numerous mounting points for accessories and is fully compatible with the Teradek RT Lens Control Ecosystem.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RESOURCES
- FIRMWARE UPGRADE: Click here to update your product to the latest firmware before use.
- PRODUCT REGISTRATION: Click here to register your eligible products and gain access to premium technical support.
- TERADEK RT APP: Click here (only available on iOS) to download the Teradek RT App.
- RT MANAGER DESKTOP APP: Click here (Windows/Mac OSX) to download the RT Manager Desktop App.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- CTRL.5 Controller
- 5x White Disc (Type B)
- Micro-USB to USB - 3 ft Cable
- SmallHD Monitor Interface Cable
- Pre-Marked Focus Ring - 20” min. focus
- Pre-Marked Focus Ring - 3’6” min. focus
- Pre-Marked focus Ring - 6” min. focus
- Pre-Marked focus Ring - 10” min. focus
- Pre-Marked Iris Ring - 1-32
- Iris Strip Slider 0
- Iris Strip Slider 10
- Iris Strip Slider 20
- Iris Strip Slider 30
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
POWER AND CONNECT
- Connect power to the receiver’s PWR port.
- Attach motor(s) to the rods/lens.
- Connect power from the receiver to either motor input using a 4-pin connector. The motor(s) will then begin calibrating. NOTE: Power input must not exceed 17V. If connecting multiple motors, use a separate 4-pin connector to “daisy-chain” the other units together.
- Attach a Sony NP-F970 battery to the back of the CTRL.5 controller, then press the REC/PWR (C) button to turn it on.
- Use one of the two methods shown here to pair your controller with the receiver.
Pin-Out Connection
Pin Descriptions
PAIR CONTROLLER AND RECEIVER
If the controller you are using has not been paired with the receiver, you can use one of the following methods to pair both devices.
Wireless Pairing
- Press the MENU button on the controller, then tap the SETTINGS tab.
- Scroll down the PAGE VIEW list and tap the RF tab.
- Tap the Scan for Receiver tab. Ensure that the CTRL.5 and the receiver are on the same RF channel.
- The RF Connection Status will change to Connected.
Wired Pairing
Connect a 5-pin connector from the controller’s wired-mode input to the IN-1 input on the receiver, then disconnect it. The controller and receiver will remain paired even after disconnecting the 5-pin connector. The RF Connection Status will change to Connected.
CAMERA RUN/STOP
- Connect a camera cable from the CAM/Control port on the receiver to the camera
- Press the MENU button on the controller, then tap the SETTINGS tab.
- Scroll down the PAGE VIEW list and tap the CAMERA tab.
- Select the correct camera brand.
- Press the REC/PWR button on the controller to start/stop recording on the camera.
NOTE: If using a RED camera, the camera serial communication setting must be set to RCP (Redlink Command Protocol) for the unit to operate.
CTRL.3 MENU OPERATION
Press the MENU button, then use the UP, DOWN, and SET buttons to navigate the different menu options.
- POWER OFF - Turn OFF the controller
- LENS - Configure lens mapping function
- RANGE FNDR - Configure/Calibrate TOF.1
- MOTORS - Configure the attached motor(s)
- INPUTS - Configure the controller’s knob
- WIRELESS - Configure the wireless settings
- CAMERA - Select the make of the camera
- SCREEN - Change display settings
- BUTTONS - Assign functions to the buttons
- RX CONFIG - Configure auxiliary controllers
- IO CONFIG - Configure communication mode
- STATUS - Contains a list of connected devices
- ADV - Contains device info menu, licenses, and advanced functions for debugging
- FACTORY - Reset licensing and/or serial number
CTRL.3 STATUS LEDS
The CTRL.3 status LED indicates when the system is ON and provides the system’s current status during operation.
- OFF - Unit is powered off
- YELLOW - No wireless connection
- RED - Camera is recording
- ORANGE - PC/Bootloader mode
- WHITE - Checking RF module status
- GREEN - Wireless is synched
- BLUE - Wired-mode connection
LENS MAPPING
CTRL.3 features built-in lens mapping, which allows users to auto-calibrate lenses to pre-marked focus rings with the touch of a button. Lens Mapping is included as a standard feature with the CTRL.3.
Create a Lens Map (Controller)
1. Navigate to LENS>LENSMAP>CREATE.
2. Select the lens brand, then create a name to identify the lens map.
3. Select Yes to map a prime lens, then enter the lens’ fixed focal length (e.g. 35mm,
85mm). Select No if mapping a zoom lens, then create a focal length (zoom) table
(e.g. 24-70mm, 70-200mm).
4. After setting the focal length, you will be prompted to create an Iris table. Make sure
a motor is attached to the corresponding ring, and both the motor and controller
are set to the same class (Focus, Iris, Zoom).
5. Move the controller knob so that the motor adjusts the lens ring to the minimum stop.
6. Using the ▲ and ▼ buttons on the controller, enter the corresponding mark, then
select OK.
NOTE: Entering every lens mark is not required, but it is recommended in order for the Lens Map to be more accurate.
7. Press the MENU button, then select TABLE DONE.
8. You will then be prompted to create an iris or focus distance table, depending on
the type of lens. Select YES, then repeat steps 5 through 7 for each motor you
want to map.
9. Attach a lens ring to the controller’s knob.
10. Navigate to LENS>LENSRING>SELECT and select the corresponding lens ring size.
6. Move the virtual knob for the motor to adjust the lens ring to the smallest mark.
7. Using the Up and Down buttons on the right, enter the corresponding mark, then select Insert. Repeat this step for all marks until they have all been mapped.
8. Press the Back button to select additional axis to map. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each axis you want to map.
9. Press the Back button once more, then tap Save at the top right corner. You will then be prompted whether or not to apply the Lens Map.
FIZ LIMIT BUTTONS
CTRL.3 limit buttons allow you to set a limit range for either the Focus, Iris, or Zoom controls. Setting limits restricts the motor from adjusting the lens past a set limit.
1. Move the input to the high or low end of the limit you want to set.
2. Press and hold down the limit button for the corresponding axis (H).
3. While continuing to hold down the limit button, move the input to the other end of
the limit you want to set, then release. The limit range is now set.
4. To remove the limit range, press the limit button.
5. To completely lock the motor, press and release the limit button without moving the
corresponding input.
LENS DATA OVERLAY
SmallHD monitors include a Lens Data Overlay feature that displays your CTRL.3 lens map on the monitor. Below are steps to enable Lens Data Overlay.
1. Update your CTRL.3 controller and SmallHD monitor with the latest firmware.
2. From the controller, navigate to LENS>LENSMAP and select one of the configured lens maps.
3. Press the MENU button to return to the main menu, then navigate to IO CONFIG>SMALLHD.
4. Select YES to activate SmallHD Comms.
5. Connect a cable from the controller’s wired mode connector to the monitor’s USB port.
6. Tap the SmallHD monitor’s screen and navigate to ADD NEW TOOL>ADD ONS.
7. Select TERADEK RT. The Lens Map Overlay will appear to the right and move according to the controller’s knob movements.