9| Extra Features
Chaining
Chaining is a feature that allows multiple CineMoco controllers to be connected and allows multiple motors to
be controlled through one controller. Although it is not necessary for multi-axial control, it allows multiple
motors to start simultaneously for precise synchronization.
1.
Connect multiple controllers by plugging in the expansion cable to the expansion ports
2.
Set the chain ID of one controller to “Master” under the controller menu
3.
Set the chain IDs of the remaining controllers to unused values until all controllers are identified with a
unique value (1, 2, 3, …)
4.
Use the “Update Chain” command under the controller menu with the master controller
5.
Select the chain ID on the main page to control and set parameters independently for each device
6.
Press the play button to start the multi-axial program
USB Mode
USB mode enables the controller to interact with auxiliary software such as Dragonframe. This allows for more
complex movements that are normally not possible with just the controller.
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
High dynamic ranging takes multiple photos at varying exposure levels that can be combined into a single
image; the result has more detail across lighting ranges than what is normally possible with a single
photograph. The camera exposure must be set to bulb for the feature to work properly.
# of shots – Total number of shots taken at every shot interval
Bracket – The value the exposure will change per shot
Bulb Ramping
Bulb ramping allows the exposure value to change over time to account for changes in lighting conditions (e.g.
sunsets). The camera exposure must be set to bulb for the feature to work properly. When enabled, the
exposure will change linearly between the user-selected first and last exposure values.
