RigWhels has announced Monorail + Conductor, a brand new product that has been in the works for over a year. RigWheels and eMotimo have joined forces to develop a solution never seen before, motion control that operates on a single, infinitely extendable rail.
Monorail + Conductor was designed to simplify complex camera movements for film and video and enable motion control to be implemented in new ways and new places. This innovative system is claimed to allow for precise, dynamic shots while streamlining the process, making camera motion control viable for more types of productions.
Key features
- Extend infinitely
- Easily execute overhead shots
- Simplified low-profile rigging
- Wall mountable
- Network connectivity
- Simple user interface
- Easy to transport
- Self-calibrating/correcting
- Full keyframe/preset automation
- Operate wireless or connected
Affordable, Portable, & First-of-Its-Kind
By addressing common motion control challenges, the Monorail + Conductor offers filmmakers a more affordable, portable, and efficient solution to achieve dynamic shots. A complete system including all of the third-party components can be implemented for less than the cost of a single high-end PTZ camera. Its versatility and accessibility empower creators to capture complex camera movements with confidence and precision, without the steep learning curve typically associated with motion control systems.
The Monorail, powered by the Conductor SA2.6 from eMotimo, offers productions an intuitive solution for capturing professional-grade automated shots. With the camera and gimbal suspended beneath an infinitely extendable single rail, the Monorail + Conductor provides smooth, precise camera movement across various settings. This could be used for anything from house of worship to studio shoots to on-location productions. Productions can easily achieve overhead shots, long tracking sequences, and more complex cinematic movements without the need for complicated rigging.
Compatibility
Monorail + Conductor was engineered to work seamlessly with DJI Ronin RS2, RS3, and RS4 Pro gimbals, and it supports a wide range of camera and lens setups. Paired with the Conductor SA2.6, productions can program up to eight axis for precise, repeatable shots. Whether using preset movements or customizing keyframes, ramping, and timing, the Monorail + Conductor is claimed to deliver great results with minimal effort in a small footprint.
For installation environments, the Monorail can be permanently mounted and integrated with third-party camera control systems and be connected to networks for seamless control.
Ease of Use
Despite its advanced features, the Monorail is designed for ease of use. The streamlined setup and user-friendly interface allow even those with no prior motion control experience to start capturing high-quality shots quickly. The single rail design with a beltless drive mechanism makes setup faster and simpler compared to traditional systems. The modular rails can be added or removed as needed to suit different shot or installation requirements.
For more information, visit rigwheels.com or emotomo.com
Price & Availability
The RigWheels Monorail + Conductor Single Rail Camera Motion Control is now available to pre-order for a discounted price of $2,805 USD (usual price is $3,300 USD). You can also choose to our down a deposit of $825 USD and then you only need to pay the balance once it is about to ship.
