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PDMOVIE PDL-AFX-S LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit (Basic)

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PDMOVIE PDL-AFX-S LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit (Basic)
Key Features
  • Wirelessly Control Lens Focus via LiDAR
  • 0.7 Nm Smart LiDAR Motor, Batteries
  • Bluetooth Focus Controller, USB Cables
  • Shoe Mount Adapter, 15mm Rods
The PDL-AFX-S LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit from PDMOVIE is a versatile kit with everything you need to mount the kit onto your rig and wirelessly control fine focus on a cine lens. This Basic kit bundles a Smart LiDAR motor with 0.7Nm torque, a Bluetooth wireless remote controller, controller and motor batteries, two battery chargers, a shoe mount for the motor, a dual 15mm rod adapter, two 15mm rods (1.9 and 3.9"), a lens gear ring, a multipurpose mounting clamp, two micro-USB to USB-A cables, a set of focus assist stickers and lens label stickers, an Allen key, and a zippered carry bag.
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PDMOVIE Live Air 3 Smart Overview

The PDL-AFX-S LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit from PDMOVIE is a versatile kit with everything you need to mount the kit onto your rig and wirelessly control fine focus on a cine lens. This Basic kit bundles a Smart LiDAR motor with 0.7Nm torque, a Bluetooth wireless remote controller, controller and motor batteries, two battery chargers, a shoe mount for the motor, a dual 15mm rod adapter, two 15mm rods (1.9 and 3.9"), a lens gear ring, a multipurpose mounting clamp, two micro-USB to USB-A cables, a set of focus assist stickers and lens label stickers, an Allen key, and a zippered carry bag.

PDMOVIE MOTOR SMART Mini Intelligent Focus Motor

PDMOVIE's MOTOR SMART Mini Intelligent Focus Motor provides quick and accurate remote focus control and is equipped with smart LIDAR technology. This unit integrates its radio receiver, power supply, and motor in a self-contained package for remote focusing. Additionally, at a range of up to 16.4', the MOTOR SMART Mini scans and tracks subjects to automatically adjust focus. This process adds an autofocus function to manual focus lenses. It can store lens travel ranges for up to five lenses for quick and seamless operation. The motor can also be controlled traditionally by pairing it with a PDMOVIE wireless controller (available separately).

PDMOVIE Bluetooth Focus Controller for PD-BTMP, PD-BTMP-N, PD-BTMP-S & PD-BTMP-SP

Use this circular Bluetooth Focus Controller from PDMOVIE to control fine lens focus with a separately available PD-BTMP motor using Bluetooth from up to 328' away. This compact focus controller mounts onto your cage or rig using a 1/4"-20 screw, and it provides A/B stops, gear direction control, automatic calibration, and it can even be switched to zoom mode to be used as a zoom controller. The controller is powered using a replaceable, rechargeable LIR2477 Li-ion battery.

PDMOVIE LI-42Bx2 Battery for PD-BTMP, PD-BTMP-N & PD-BTMP-S

Power your LIVE AIR 2 or LIVE AIR 2S PD4-HT, PDL-TC-AFP, or PDL-TC-AZP motor with this LI-42B Battery from PDMOVIE. This battery slides into the controller and provides long battery life with a 600mAh, 2.2Wh capacity and a 3.7V output. It charges in the separately available 42Bx2 dual-battery charger.

PDMOVIE LIR2477 Battery for PDL-TC-AFX Focus Controller

Power your PDL-TC-AFX focus controller with this LIR2477 Battery from PDMOVIE. This lithium-ion coin-style battery slides into the round focus controller and provides long battery life with a 3.6V output.

PDMOVIE Quad Charger for Li-42B PDMOVIE Batteries

The PDMOVIE Quad Charger supports up to four PD-LI42B and/or PD-LI42B-X2 batteries, two on each side. It charges all four simultaneously in approximately two hours. An LED light turns green to indicate when charging is complete. The charger is powered via a USB output and can be used with any standard USB charger. A micro-USB cable is included.

PDMOVIE 15mm Rod Clamp with Rod & Shoe Adapter for Motor

Mount your lens motor for the best placement on your rig with the help of this 15mm Rod Clamp with Rod & Shoe Adapter from PDMOVIE. This mount features a 15mm rod clamp and a shoe adapter for mounting onto a camera, cage, or rig with a shoe mount. Two 1/4"-20 screws and an Allen wrench are also included to mount the adapter directly onto a cage with 1/4"-20 threads. A 5.9" 15mm rod is included to mount your motor so you can rotate it into place.

PDMOVIE LIR2477 Battery Charger

Charge your LIR2477 battery with this LIR2477 Battery Charger from PDMOVIE. This compact charger can charge one LIR2477 200mAh, 3.6V coin-style battery for the PDL-TC-AFX focus controller, and it features a status LED to indicate the charge level. The charger is powered via USB.

PDMOVIE 15mm Rod (1.9")

Add this 15mm Rod from PDMOVIE onto your rig to enhance your mounting options. The rod fits into standard 15mm rod clamps and measures 1.9" in length.

PDMOVIE 15mm Rod Adapter

This 15mm Rod Adapter from PDMOVIE holds two separately available 15mm rods, allowing you to expand or displace your 15mm rod system on a rig. It comes with a 1/4"-20 screw and an Allen key.

Kit Contains:

PDMOVIE MOTOR SMART Mini Intelligent Focus Motor

General
Compatibility
PDMOVIE LIVE AIR Controller
Wireless
Wireless
Yes
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
Power Source
Battery
Battery Type
2x LI-42B
Physical
Mounting
Side: 1x 15mm Rod Clamp
Color
Black
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.6 x 5.3 x 3.8"

PDMOVIE Live Air 3 Smart Reviews

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Can the motor reversed to work with Nikon F ...

Can the motor reversed to work with Nikon F lenses?
Asked by: Dilianny
During the calibration process, the PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit will determine the direction of the gearing.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-10-15

Can one turn on/off auto focus without first ...

Can one turn on/off auto focus without first focusing at minimum focus?
Asked by: Philipp
The PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit PDL-AFX-S/PDL-AFX-RA-S must rotate the controller to the position where it stays to activate or cancel autofocus. Therefore, PD Movie generally recommends that users only set 4 autofocus lens data, leaving a blank channel for pure manual wireless control, which will not be interfered by the controller staying at the position of the nearest focus point. If you want to switch between manual and automatic control through button commands on the controller, or motor, it is not possible. In essence, it also does not support completely seamless switching between manual and automatic. In addition, there is a new model being release PDL-AFX-RA-SP next month which is a purely manual wireless control mode, which can be set independently.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-11-22

What is the most far focal lengths which will ...

What is the most far focal lengths which will still work in full frame & super 35?
Asked by: Yuval
The PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit (Deluxe) , has a maximum focusing distance of 16.4 feet. The focal length and sensor size are not factors in this calculation.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-01-10

Will this system work with the DJI Ronin 4D?

Will this system work with the DJI Ronin 4D?
Asked by: Jon
The DJI Ronin 4D has its own Lidar system and follow focus built into the camera. It has not been testes and would be redundant.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-10-17

Is there an API to control the focus motor via a ...

Is there an API to control the focus motor via a custom app?
Asked by: Philipp
The PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit (Deluxe) currently has its own IOS app and no available API for custom app.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-11-19

Can you adjust the resistance of the focus ...

Can you adjust the resistance of the focus controller?
Asked by: Charles
There is no resistance control adjustment on the PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-10-30

Will a matte box block the view of the Lidar ...

Will a matte box block the view of the Lidar camera?
Asked by: Ashton
That would depend on the size of the matte box and where you mount the PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 (BH #PDPDLAFXSMRT), but yes, in many situations a matte box could interfere with the lidar functionality.
Answered by: Zacky
Date published: 2023-11-26

How well would this work with an 85mm lens?

How well would this work with an 85mm lens?
Asked by: Abraham
The PDMOVIE LIVE AIR 3 Smart LiDAR Wireless Focus Lens Control Kit (Basic) works very well with most focal lengths, including 85mm.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-12-18
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