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AGITO User Manual OS 5.0 Nova

Document Revision History

Disclaimer 1
Warnings 1
General Safety

Batteries, Charging & Storage

Warranty & Service

General Specifications

AGITO Core v1.1 (Diode Board enabled)
AGITO Master v1.0
AGITO Tower v1.0
AGITO Mains PSU v2.0

RF Specifications

Agito Product Family

Training and further assistance

CASE CONTENTS, DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS

Sports Drive-ends

Trax Drive-ends

Tower 6
PSU (Mains Power Supply Unit)

SYSTEM OVERVIEW: AGITO CORE

Battery Pockets

Main Power Switch

Payload Mounting rail

SYSTEM OVERVIEW: DRIVE-ENDS

Sports Drive-ends

Suspension / Shock options

Trax Drive-ends

Compatible Track Options

SYSTEM OVERVIEW: MOUNTING OPTIONS

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INDEX

Stacking Risers

SYSTEM OVERVIEW: MASTER CONTROLLER

Introduction 12
Operational Layout

Control Functions

Sports & Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

Sports & Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

Rear Option Button

Menu Navigation

ACC - Acceleration limit

Sports & Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

DEC - Deceleration rate control

Sports & Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

Function Switch

Sports Mode
Trax Mode

Sports Mode
Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

“2-4-C” - Steering mode

Sports Mode
Trax Mode

Steer Limit - Steering Angle limit

Sports Mode
Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

Steer Rate - Steering speed control

Sports Mode
Trax Mode
Menu Navigation

Film & Free mode
Steering Hold

Menu Navigation

Master I/O Connections

AGITO OS MENU STRUCTURE

Overview 15
Menu Navigation

System Settings

Control Mapping

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Summary of Contents for AGITO

Page 1: ...AGITO User Manual AGITO OS Nova 5 00 April 2021...

Page 2: ...ions and corrections 1 2 October 2019 Updated for AGITO Trax Firmware Release r4 0 4 1 2rev1 October 2019 Updated for AGITO Trax Firmware Release r4 0 4 Minor corrections and inclusion of tower mainte...

Page 3: ...Key Features 10 Compatible Track Options 10 SYSTEM OVERVIEW MOUNTING OPTIONS V Con PRO 1 1 Key Features 1 1 Tower 1 1 Key Features 1 1 Mitchell Mount 1 1 INDEX Key Features 1 1 Stacking Risers 1 1 SYS...

Page 4: ...Magnets 33 Hub Box Connecting Pedals to Master Controller 34 Y cord pedal splitter Tower only control Sports 34 Attaching Camera Mounts 35 V Con PRO Attaching to AGITO 35 V Con PRO Adjustment and Tuni...

Page 5: ...orts and Current limits 56 Battery attachment 56 Attaching PSU to Trax Drive end 56 FIRMWARE UPDATES How to update Firmware 57 MAINTENANCE Sports Drive end 58 Sports Drive end Steering Linkage 58 Spor...

Page 6: ...Motion Impossible Limited its employees or authorised agents be liable for any damages or losses direct or indirect arising from the use of any technical or operational information contained in this d...

Page 7: ...Do not leave AGITO Battery Packs and charger unattended when in use If a battery pack becomes or appears damaged STOP using it immediately Never disassemble modify puncture shock crash short circuit a...

Page 8: ...ant of the module E OE GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RF SPECIFICATIONS IT IS THE OPERATORS RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT THE RF SETTINGS ARE CORRECT FOR THE TERRITORY OF OPERATION AGITO uses RF modules that...

Page 9: ...y System online through video guides and our support website as well as face to face training see AGITO Academy on page 52 Throughout this manual web links to online training our support website and k...

Page 10: ...art Name 1 AGITO Core 2 RF Antenna Item Part Name 3 AGITO Battery Chargers 4 AGITO 99Wh Batteries 5 Master Controller 6 Toolkit 7 Fixings 8 RF Antenna 9 Firmware Update Cable CORE MASTER Case ID Dimen...

Page 11: ...2 Gimbal Adaptor Plate 3 8x ISO Dampeners 4 Space for wheels pitcured with Monsters V CON PRO Case ID Dimension HxWxD Shipped Weight Tower 550x820x430 mm 21 5x32x17 inches 32 Kg 70 5 lbs Item Part Nam...

Page 12: ...ontents AGITO User Manual OS 5 0 Nova Case ID Dimension HxWxD Shipped Weight PSU 170x460x350mm 7x18x14 inches 10 5Kg 23lbs Item Part Name 1 AGITO PSU 2 Battery Module 3 Battery Module PSU Cable under...

Page 13: ...ME CHARGE LEVEL MAIN POWER SWITCH Powers the CORE and attached accessories the switch will illuminate when turned on Solid Red Connected to MASTER Controller Slow Flash Searching for MASTER Controller...

Page 14: ...Wheel Monster Wheel Ice Wheel Radius 185mm 185mm 225mm 185mm Recommended for Studio Floors Roads General purpose Grass off road Ice and packed snow Images for reference only SUSPENSION SHOCK OPTIONS M...

Page 15: ...ngs on page 66 KEY FEATURES COMPATIBLE TRACK OPTIONS AGITO Trax is compatible with many types of dolly track Motion Impossible have tested and verified AGITO Track Egripment 400mm gauge dolly track Ro...

Page 16: ...mote heads ARRI SRH 3 Shotover G1 Newton Freefly Movi DJI Ronin The device is powered via a V lock battery plate located on the base plate It is also possible to operate AGITO Tower as a stand alone u...

Page 17: ...own control SPEED LIMIT SPORTS TRAX MODE Maximum speed limit This control is located on the top left corner and can be operated during a movement The throttle input and chassis speed cannot exceed the...

Page 18: ...to Emergency Brake switching this during operation will command the AGITO to stop as quickly as possible and hold the AGITO in position There are two modes of operation UP DOWN these are explained lat...

Page 19: ...Control Mapping on page 17 FILM FREE MODE This switch is designed to allow you to setup and quickly swap between 2 types of movement behaviour it is in essence two memories For example a slow and very...

Page 20: ...SOLVE THE ISSUE BEFORE CONTINUING WITH THE USE OF AGITO OVERVIEW Navigation of the AGITO OS is based on a simple menu structure Top Level Menu Connection Screen Home Screen and Settings as outlined be...

Page 21: ...t this time the three modes are SPORTS see Sports Mode on page 21 TRAX see Trax Mode on page 24 REPEATABLE MOVES see Repeatable Moves on page 27 In addition the Top level menu also allows access to th...

Page 22: ...MAG Stop Override setting enables the operator to override safety limits when in TRAX mode by switching to the CRAB position This setting has no effect in SPORTS mode Free Film Switch Sp This option...

Page 23: ...this power setting is legal for the territory of operation check with your local regulatory authority before use 100mW 200mW 500mW 1000mW Latency Compensation Standard is currently the only option Re...

Page 24: ...e updates on page 57 OPERATOR MODE STANDARD OPERATOR MODE This menu allows the operator to change Operational Modes Standard Advanced Operator Mode accessed via PIN Code ITEM DESCRIPTION Enter Unlock...

Page 25: ...selects the active operation mode Standard Advanced Unlock Duration Once Advanced mode has been activated the operator will be able to select the run time duration of the unlock 3 Hours 6 Hours 12 Hou...

Page 26: ...a core is not connected the system will time out and enter the Sports Mode application The display will also show RF signal strength RX TX status as well as confirmation of attached modules Core Co T...

Page 27: ...AUTO Motor Mode switches the mode depending on the Speed Limit 0 500 rpm is in Encoded mode and upward values are in Open mode and are indicated by red text ENCODED speed limit values range from 0 500...

Page 28: ...eering direction behaviours when the chassis is reversing OFF the chassis will continue to steer in the same direction during reverse ON the steering will invert while the chassis reverses TOWER CONTR...

Page 29: ...ter the Trax Mode application The display will also show RF signal strength RX TX status as well as confirmation of attached modules Core Co Tower To Hub Box Hb When a module is attached the relevant...

Page 30: ...d by red text ENCODED speed limit values range from 0 500 rpm This mode provides a more stable consistent and controllable movement but is less responsive OPEN speed values are from 0 1400 rpm this mo...

Page 31: ...and attached AGITO Tower Input Expo Adjusts the response curve of the input signal Invert Input Reverses the direction of travel Tower Lens Height Enables the operator to apply an off set value to th...

Page 32: ...distinct zones to help the operator quickly navigate information when in use this screen will also display system warnings as it does in Sports and Trax modes RF Signal Strength Data TX RX status Conn...

Page 33: ...MODE SETTINGS REPEATABLE MOVES REPEATABLE MOVES MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION denotes default setting Selected Clip Displays the name of the currently selected clip Drive Mode Displays the Drive end associat...

Page 34: ...5 16th inch AGITO Wheel Nut tool PLEASE ENSURE YOU USE THE CORRECT TOOLS TO AVOID DAMAGE TO SCREW HEADS https motion impossible com how to videos INSERTING RF MODULES Attach the antennas to the module...

Page 35: ...firmly into the slot You will hear an audible CLICK from the locking mechanism on the back of the battery when it is in place ALWAYS RUN AGITO WITH TWO BATTERIES THAT ARE OF EQUAL CHARGE TO ENSURE OPT...

Page 36: ...EERING PIN IS SECURELY LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE OPERATION SETTING UP DRIVE ENDS Each Drive end has its own specific characteristics and set up process this section is intended as an installation guide P...

Page 37: ...E AGITO DRIVE ENDS SPORTS DRIVE END ADJUSTING SUSPENSION https motion impossible com how to videos It is very important to adjust your suspension according to the system total weight Incorrectly setup...

Page 38: ...that the Guide Wheel engages with the Track TRAX DRIVE END ATTACHING MAG STOP ALWAYS ENSURE AGITO IS POWERED DOWN WHEN ATTACHING ACCESSORIES On the inside edge of the Trax wheel assembly mount the MA...

Page 39: ...Attach Hub Cable to AUX 1 of the MASTER Controller Plug the other end in to the Hub Box I O and attach the E Stop button Plug the required pedals in to the Hub box 4x Pedals Trax Tower Control 2x Peda...

Page 40: ...INIMUM OF FOUR FIXTURE POINTS ALWAYS TRY TO KEEP THE PAYLOAD OVER THE CENTRE OF THE CHASSIS ESPECIALLY WHEN OPERATING AT HIGH SPEEDS AN ILL BALANCED LOAD CAN AFFECT HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE V CON PRO...

Page 41: ...h four 3 8th inch bolts and place either the V Con PRO Mitchell Mount or another set of Risers to the top mounting points with four 3 8th inch bolts ALWAYS ENSURE THE PAYLOAD IS PROPERLY AND SECURELY...

Page 42: ...OWER TO AVOID DAMAGE TOWER PAYLOAD CHART This chart shows which Gas Strut to use dependant upon the tower payload BLUE 7 13Kg 15 28lbs GOLD 12 18Kg 26 39lbs RED 17 22Kg 37 48lbs ENSURE THAT THE CORREC...

Page 43: ...through please refer to Tower Power Fibre pass through on page 54 ATTACHING DUAL CAMERA MOUNTS TRAX ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE MAXIMUM CHASSIS PAYLOAD IS NOT OVERLOADED ALWAYS ENSURE THE PAYLOAD IS PROPER...

Page 44: ...Connect Calibrate screen During the connection process the system will check the calibration status of the drive end if required the screen will give the operator the chance to proceed or skip steerin...

Page 45: ...a full stop PREPARE AND PLAN YOUR MOVES FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE SURROUNDINGS AND ANY POTENTIAL HAZARDS IT IS THE OPERATOR S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE YOU ARE WORKING WITHIN THE SAFE LIMITS OF THE...

Page 46: ...DERSTANDS THIS MANUAL AND HAS TIME TO EXPERIMENT AND FAMILIARISE THEMSELVES WITH DIFFERENT CONFIGURATIONS FINDING THE SET UP WHICH MAKES THE OPERATOR FEEL MOST CONNECTED TO AGITO IS ESSENTIAL AGITO is...

Page 47: ...ITO run better over bumps it also reduces steering response calming the AGITO and making its movement smoother The AGITO will transfer more weight as the front will rise when accelerating and lower un...

Page 48: ...Ensure the AGITO is positioned in the CENTRE of the Track Place the Magnets securely at each end of the Track Since the MAG STOP is off set on the AGITO it is important to correctly position the magne...

Page 49: ...tom has been selected the percentage will switch to show the range 0 bottom 100 top When the relevant limit is selected the display will turn green whilst it is adjustable STEER RATE enables TOWER SPE...

Page 50: ...ttings can be returned to default using the RESET command in the SYSTEM menu Mode Reset on page 26 Ensuring that the hardware is in a neutral state is also extremely important when setting up system A...

Page 51: ...IRST USE SELECTING A CLIP When using Repeatable Moves you will initially need to either select an empty Clip or over right a pre existing clip The system will automatically prompt the user to make thi...

Page 52: ...us Pressing the MENU or REAR OPTION Button will stop the recording and put the system in a paused state PAUSED RECORDING When a recording has been paused pressing the MENU or REAR OPTION button will o...

Page 53: ...o use the throttle and steering inputs to make minor adjustments to the movment of the AGITO These bias controls will not be recorded within the clip but allow for the operator to adjust the position...

Page 54: ...ion AGITO User Manual OS 5 0 Nova DELETING A CLIP To delete a clip access the Select a Clip screen highlight the clip that will be deleted Use the MENU or REAR OPTION button to enter the Repeatable Mo...

Page 55: ...matically restart and check that communication has been re established If an error occurs and the MASTER Controller is unable to connect to the CORE then the modules will revert to the previous settin...

Page 56: ...CT THESE DYNAMICS AND ALWAYS ENSURE THAT AGITO IS OPERATED IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT E STOP MASTER CONTROLLER FUNCTION SWITCH Using the Drive Control menu it is possible to assign E Stop to the MAST...

Page 57: ...orts Tower Monster Wheels 800 8 4 13 6 3 8 Trax Tower 1400 7 0 1 1 3 3 1 Speeds quoted for Trax drive ends version v1 1 ADVANCED OPERATOR MODE AOM THE USE OF ADVANCED OPERATOR MODE IS RESERVED FOR EXP...

Page 58: ...ter Controller Align the LEMO fixings and push on to the rear of the MASTER Controller Tighten the fixing screw to attach securely to the rear of the MASTER Controller ADJUSTING ROCKER SWITCH POSITION...

Page 59: ...circuit from the standard SHOTOVER G1 Lemo Power Cable The Shotover manual provides details of recommended batteries power solutions and wiring requirements OTHER REMOTE HEADS If you intend to use an...

Page 60: ...YOUT MENU Inside the Menus use the Rocker to move up and down or change values The following functions are accessible within the Menu Offset System Info Baud rate and Units SPEED CONTROL SPEED RAMP CO...

Page 61: ...ded Combined Peak Current limit per voltage Combined Peak Limit All outputs Connector Type 1 10 120Vac 200 240Vac 10 120Vac 200 240Vac 48Vdc 2 16A 28A 26A 52A Lemo 2B 2 pin 24Vdc 2 6A 12A Neutrik XLR...

Page 62: ...e your AGITO CORE and MASTER Controller you will need to download the latest MI Programmer Windows PC application from www motion impossible com downloads Before you run the MI Programmer exe file mak...

Page 63: ...p another on the bottom and the last is on the steering arm Turn the drive end upside down and move the steering to one limit this exposes a bolt that is part of the link between the two sides Ensure...

Page 64: ...grasp the spring with one hand For MEDIUM and HEAVY Springs ALWAYS use a suitable spring compressor 4 Push the spring down and make sure the small ring is still fitted to the spring not the top cup 5...

Page 65: ...ove the nut at the top of the central shaft using a Xmm hex socket driver 14 Remove the plastic plate two washers and store them safely to the side then remove the central shaft from the assembly 15 U...

Page 66: ...it the two plastic cap pieces together and screw it into place on the shock body making sure it screws all the way down and compresses the O ring 4 Re insert the central shaft being careful not to dam...

Page 67: ...p onto the top of the shock body If a little bit of oil squeezes out of the bleed hole that is okay Wipe away any excess oil 5 Replace the bleed screw and tighten 6 Give the shock several pumps compre...

Page 68: ...THE SHOCKS FOR 24HRS TO CHECK THAT THE SEALS ARE CORRECTLY SEATED MONITOR FOR ANY LEAKS AND TEST WITH A FULL PAYLOAD BEFORE USE TOWER CLEANING GAS STRUT Always ensure the Gas Struts are in a clean con...

Page 69: ...lbs Max Payload Standard Shocks 32Kg 70 5lbs Drive End SPORTS v1 0 Mount Tower Wheel Type Dolly Standard Monster Max Speed Standard 800rpm 3 1m s 6 9mph 3 1m s 6 9mph 3 8m s 8 4mph Max Speed Advanced...

Page 70: ...cluding Payload 43 6Kg 96 1lbs 43 6Kg 96 1lbs 44 9Kg 99lbs Max Payload Standard Shocks 32Kg 70 5lbs Drive End TRAX v1 1 Number of Mounts Twin Type of Mount Mitchell Mitchell Mitchell Tower Tower Tower...

Page 71: ...6 ISSUE ECR NOTES BY DATE A THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION DIMENSIONS IN MM DWG NO 04 01 21 DP AGITO SPORTS MOUNTING B MI AG 001 AGITO TRAX 1110 00 381 00 415 50 50 80 2 PITCH x 4 86 00 50 80 2 PITCH x 3 96 0...

Page 72: ...T LIABILITY FOR OMISSIONS OR ERRORS TOLERANCES UNLESS STATED X 0 5 X X 0 2 X XX 0 1 X XXX 0 05 ANGLES 0 5 DP 23 06 20 ISSUE ECR NOTES BY DATE A THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION DIMENSIONS IN MM DWG NO AGITO MAS...

Page 73: ...DWG NO MI 38 10 25 40 32 00 36 00 50 80 60 10 116 00 7 94 THRU ALL 3 8 16 UNC THRU ALL 10 16 X 90 00 Near Side 4 x 2 50 THRU ALL M3x0 5 6H THRU ALL 4 00 X 90 00 Near Side 6 x 10 00 THRU ALL 4 x 6 60 T...

Page 74: ...ISSUE ECR NOTES BY DATE D THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION DIMENSIONS IN MM DWG NO ALUMINIUM GRADE TBC LIGHT BEAD BLAST HARD ANODISE BLACK MI TT12 103 8 50 19 50 32 00 56 00 80 00 6 5 0 6 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 x 3...

Page 75: ...ISSIONS OR ERRORS TOLERANCES UNLESS STATED X 0 5 X X 0 2 X XX 0 1 X XXX 0 05 ANGLES 0 5 APN 15 11 16 ISSUE ECR NOTES BY DATE A THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION DIMENSIONS IN MM DWG NO 16 08 17 APN B 11 10 18 DP...

Page 76: ...ESIGN RIGHTS RESERVED THIS DOCUMENT AND THE INFORMATION HEREIN IS CONFIDENTIAL NO PART OF WHICH MAY BE COPIED OR TRANSMITTED WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION OF S A N D LTD IT IS SUPPLIED WITHOUT...

Page 77: ...V LOCK GOLDMOUNT BATTERY MOUNTING THREADS 3 x LEG ANCHOR POINTS 2 x SCREW ASSEMBLY POWER INPUT TO STAN SHEET 1 OF SCALE 1 10 TITLE MATERIAL DATE FINISH DRAWN BY MOTION IMPOSSIBLE RESERVED THIS DOCU C...

Page 78: ...ed Connector Label Connector P N Pin Description AUX1 Description AUX2 Mating Connector P N AUX 1 LEMO EGG 2T 310 CLL 1 GND GND LEMO FGG 2T 310 CLAD72 AUX 2 LEMO EGG 2T 310 CLL 2 BOOT0 n c LEMO FGG 2T...

Page 79: ...ved BOOT0 LEMO FGG 2T 310 CLAD72 3 UART2_RX UART3_RX 4 UART2_TX UART3_TX 5 ADC1_IN0 ADC1_IN0 6 ADC1_IN3 ADC1_IN3 7 GPIO GPIO E STOP 8 I2C_CLK CAN_H 9 I2C_DAT CAN_L 10 GND GND RF MODULE PASS THROUGH BO...

Page 80: ...304 CLL 1 GND FGG 0B 304 CLAD52 Power pass through upper ECG 2B 303 CYM 2 12VDC Arri SRH 3 48VDC Shotover G1 FGG 2B 303 CYCD92ZN 3 24VDC Arri SRH 3 n c Shotover G1 Connector Label Connector P N Pin D...

Page 81: ...k NAC3MPA 1 L Live N Neutral Connector Label Connector P N Pin Description Mating Connector P N Power Input GREY Neutrik NAC3MPB 1 E GND Neutrik NAC3FCB L Live N Neutral Connector Label Connector P N...

Page 82: ...S WITHIN THE AGITO SYSTEM PIN 1 IS POSITIVE ALWAYS USE THE CORRECTLY SPECIFIED CABLE THE OUTPUT OF THIS PSU DELIBERATELY MATCHES THE 2 PIN LEMO USED WITH SHOTOVER SYSTEMS Connector Label Connector P N...

Page 83: ...and bottom are still glued into the Actuator Pin channel and the steering linkage is correctly set Check for loose bolts in the steering rack see maintenance section Pedals not working AGITO Trax via...

Page 84: ...If illuminated then check the Tower Comms Cable Check that the Tower Comm s Cable is connected to the correct AUX port on the CORE Aux 2 Check that all E STOP s are in the deactivated position Track...

Page 85: ...deos EU REST OF WORLD CUSTOMER SUPPORT Phone 44 1454 501010 UK Office Hours Mon Fri 1000 1700 GMT BST Email Support Motion Impossible com Monitored 7 days a week MOTION IMPOSSIBLE Unit 12 Brunel Court...

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