mc1 Master Control Unit

Buy now Expand the capabilities of your CPS-h1 camera head with the touchscreen mc1 control unit. The unit's software gives you control over camera tilt manually or in complex sequences. With supported DSLR camera bodies, you can control image sequences like time lapse or stitched panoramas directly from the mc1. And if your camera position is at the other end of a ladder, or worse, you can fine-tune your composition with both feet planted firmly on the ground.

The mc1 is also designed with the future in mind, with easy upgradability and interfaces like bluetooth, USB and flash sync.



Acadalus mc1
  • Why do I need it?
  • Who uses it?
  • Features
  • Specifications

Why do I need it?

Remote Control

The Acadalus mc1 Master Control unit makes your equipment a lot more versatile. This palm sized control unit lets you remotely control your Acadalus camera head and supported DSLR cameras on the 4.3" touch screen. This comes in handy when the best vantage point for your assignment is in a hard-to-reach position. With the touch of a button, the connected Acadalus CPS h1 head will automatically level or adjust the inclination.

Universality

The Acadalus CPS-mc1 Master Control unit was developed for photographic applications using motorized equipment. It is based on the latest generation of powerful yet very energy-efficient microprocessors, which is key to increasing the system’s battery life on location. The Acadalus CPS Control Unit features all major interfaces such as Bluetooth, USB, RS 332 and flash sync. Its software can be updated via USB on any computer with updates downloadable from http://www.acadalus.com. The unit can be powered either with an Acadalus Power Supply or an 18.5V Acadalus Lithium Ion Battery Pack.

Capture Sequences

The Acadalus mc1 Master Control unit combines capture sequences with movements of the camera head. You can start complicated exposure sequences by merely touching the screen. The device is a great help for shooting time lapse movies, HDR images and picture series for special effects if you need to combine predetermined tilt movements of the head with exposures.

Who uses it?

The Acadalus mc1 control unit will expand the functionality of your cameras and camera head. It combines state of the art electronics with an intuitive yet powerful interface.

  • On location: Connect it to an Acadalus Battery Pack and shoot creative time lapse movies or HDR images controlling the DSLR camera automatically with the mc1 control unit.
  • In hard to reach places: Whether your camera is on a pole or in a difficult repro position in a warehouse; the Acadalus mc1 control unit ensures that you can level and position your camera remotely.
  • Special applications: If your (eg. scientific or technical) task requires that you need to repetitively point the camera at certain angles at certain times the Acadalus mc1 controlling a DSLR and the Acadalus CPS-h1 camera head is what you were looking for.

Features

  • Controls the Acadalus CPS-h1 camera head and DSLR cameras
  • Intuitive touch screen menus
  • Can be powered via the Acadalus CPS-h1 camera head, an Acadalus universal power supply or an Acadalus Lithium Ion battery pack
  • Firmware upgrades are possible by connecting the Acadalus mc1 via USB to a computer
  • Sports important interfaces such as Bluetooth, flash sync, RS-232 and USB to enable future developments
  • Custom designed hardware to increase battery life, fast startup and small size.
  • Can be connected directly to the CPS-h1 camera head or set on a surface with its bracket.
List of supported digital cameras

Specifications

 

Weight 250 g 9 oz
Dimensions (h x w x l) 34 x 106 x 140 mm 1.3" x 4.2" x 5.5"
Interfaces 2 x Acadalus 20 pin multipurpose socket, USB Host (to connect DSLR cameras), USB Client (for upgrading software), Bluetooth, flash sync, DC-in socket, GND outside 17 - 24 V, 6 A
Power Can be powered with an Acadalus Universal Power Supply or an Acadalus Battery Pack. A powered Acadalus CPS mc1 can supply power to a connected Acadalus CPS h1 camera head.
Mounting Stainless steel bracket with a latch to connect to Acadalus accessory shoes.
Time to auto-off 20 min after last activity (with battery)
Connectors 2 x Acadalus 20 pin multipurpose socket
DC- in socket, GND outside 17 to 24 V, 6 A
Supported Cameras Canon EOS 5D, Canon EOS 5D MK II, Nikon D300, Nikon D3s, Nikon D700