Derek Branscombe Posted December 3, 2019 Report Share Posted December 3, 2019 I'm searching for a way to be able to remotely control the roll of the camera (ideally 360 degrees or at least 180) while the steadicam operator is operating. As in, we would hire a trinity operator, and I would have a remote or set of wheels to be able to independently control the roll. Camera is Alexa Mini. I have found the K2.0010337 remote (https://www.arri.com/en/camera-systems/camera-stabilizer-systems/brackets-accessories-protection/maxima-accessories/K2.0010337) but I heard it may not be able to do a full 360 degrees rotation. I also have been reading about the Omega or AR system, but am unsure about whether this system can be controlled remotely or if it's only for pre-programmed movements. If ever, this job is in Las Vegas on Dec 10-12, in case any LA operators are interested or have the appropriate gear! Thank you all! Derek (DOP and Steadicam Operator) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Alec Jarnagin SOC Posted December 3, 2019 Moderators Report Share Posted December 3, 2019 Derek, Headed off to work, but quickly.... I used the Omega AR a few years ago for an Ok Go Video. Read about it here: https://www.alecjarnagin.com/ok-go/ SINCE we did this, Ruben Sluijter developed an App that controls the rotation of the AR Omega in all sorts of fabulous ways while keeping the stabilization working. I used it with great success (on a dolly) on the Netflix film "See You Yesterday." Take good care, Alec Jarnagin, SOC 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Members Paulius Kontijevas Posted December 3, 2019 Premium Members Report Share Posted December 3, 2019 12 hours ago, Alec Jarnagin SOC said: Derek, Headed off to work, but quickly.... I used the Omega AR a few years ago for an Ok Go Video. Read about it here: https://www.alecjarnagin.com/ok-go/ SINCE we did this, Ruben Sluijter developed an App that controls the rotation of the AR Omega in all sorts of fabulous ways while keeping the stabilization working. I used it with great success (on a dolly) on the Netflix film "See You Yesterday." Take good care, Alec Jarnagin, SOC Incredible shot Alec! Also love reading about it. Just the BTS of you on the crane and the hallway spinning gave me vertigo, your level of focus was amazing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Branscombe Posted December 5, 2019 Author Report Share Posted December 5, 2019 On 12/3/2019 at 2:08 AM, Alec Jarnagin SOC said: Derek, Headed off to work, but quickly.... I used the Omega AR a few years ago for an Ok Go Video. Read about it here: https://www.alecjarnagin.com/ok-go/ SINCE we did this, Ruben Sluijter developed an App that controls the rotation of the AR Omega in all sorts of fabulous ways while keeping the stabilization working. I used it with great success (on a dolly) on the Netflix film "See You Yesterday." Take good care, Alec Jarnagin, SOC Thank you so much for the information Alec! That video is truly spectacular. I'm wondering if you know the name of Ruben's app or if it is open to the public as I'm having trouble finding much information about it. I did see a video and it looks amazing but I'm not sure what it's called. Thank you so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Alec Jarnagin SOC Posted December 6, 2019 Moderators Report Share Posted December 6, 2019 Paulius, Derek, thanks for the kind words. The app is simply called Omega Control. I messaged Ruben and asked he chime in here so let’s hope he does so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Members axel ebermann Posted December 11, 2019 Premium Members Report Share Posted December 11, 2019 For future reference: Trinity don't roll much.... (it is currently limited to under 180 degrees due to cable constraints). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alejandro E Fuenmayor Posted January 3, 2020 Report Share Posted January 3, 2020 Ruben's app for the AR Omega is fantastic. all moneys aside, I tried the Letus Helix Pro and immediately felt it was the right tool for me. with both power and video passthrough, the camera is able to freely execute 360 rolls and just keep going. one can make use of an iOS app, a joystick (for operator) or an RC control. LEtus has different models with different weight capacities. cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandro galvao Posted November 9, 2020 Report Share Posted November 9, 2020 does anyone know rockabye system? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alejandro Fuenmayor Posted November 9, 2020 Report Share Posted November 9, 2020 John Hatcher has one in South Florida Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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