It has been a long wait, but the Teradek CTRL.5 is now shipping. The CTRL.5 is a wireless FIZ lens-control module with an integrated 5-inch SmallHD ultra-bright touchscreen powered by CTRL.OS.
The CTRL.5 features multiple third-party integrations, and has full compatibility across the entire Teradek RT ecosystem.
Key features
- Wireless Focus, Iris, and Zoom Control
- Compatible with RT Ecosystem
- Up to 5000′ Wireless Range
- Built-In 2000 cd/m² 5″ Touchscreen
- CTRL.OS Software, Customizable Buttons
- Expandable Optics Library
- 2.4 & 5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 6
- 5-Pin USB and 4-Pin AUX Connectivity
- NP-F/L-Series Battery Plate
Facilitate precise lens control with your RT motors and receivers with the Teradek CTRL.5 3-Axis Wireless Lens Controller and its intuitive focus, iris, or zoom control. Multiple forms of communication integrated into the CTRL.5 allow for a wireless range of 5000′ with compatible RT devices or 500′ via 2.4 or 5 GHz Wi-Fi or Bluetooth 6. Direct connection to a monitor or camera can be achieved using the 5-pin USB and 4-pin AUX ports on the back of the device. The onboard touchscreen and upgraded operating system add to the expanded user interface.
The 5″ touchscreen on the CTRL.5 has a 2000 cd/m² maximum brightness. The menu layout features improved visibility of key data, calculations, integrations, and third-party control.
Customizable Onboard Controls
- Program the 11 quick-action buttons around the perimeter of the touchscreen to recall settings of your choice. The flexible UI makes for flexible setup.
- Other onboard controls include a slider, pressure sensitive rocker, record button, adjustable knob with 9-levels of tension, and an additional knob to control speed or a fourth lens axis.
Thanks to the implementation of CTRL.OS, the CTRL.5 is capable of compiling real-time data from multiple connected devices simultaneously. An expandable optics library allows you to build out lens and filter kits and sync them to a cloud library for easy recall. CTRL.OS builds on the previous SmallHD and Teradek integrations for camera control with RED, ARRI, Sony, and other major brands.
You can use the 5-pin USB and 4-Pin AUX ports to connect the unit directly to monitors or cameras of your choice. An NP-F/L-series battery plate supports power from compatible sources with 6 to 28V outputs. Multiple 1/4″-20 anti-twist mounting threads can secure the CTRL.5 to your camera rig or director’s monitor setup, while neck and hand strap slots offer additional options.
Price
The Teradek CTRL.5 3-Axis Wireless Lens Controller retails for $4,999 USD.
The Teradek RT FIZ Wireless Lens Control Kit with CTRL.5, MDR.S & MOTR.S Max is $9,995 USD.
The Teradek RT FIZ Wireless Lens Control Kit with CTRL.5, MDR.X & MOTR.S Max is $9,999 USD.
