Preston Digital Micro Force 2

The Preston Digital Micro Force 2 not only provides the same precise control as its predecessor, but adds two new features: programmable soft stops and a new speed control knob with a digital readout. 

The soft stop feature allows the user to automatically slow the zoom a programmed distance from its end of travel. This is especially useful when doing a fast "snap" zoom, or when the user must both operate the camera and control the zoom at the same time. The new speed control knob is virtually indestructible, with an easy-to-read digital display.  

The Digital Micro Force 2 directly drives DM1, DM-1X, DM-2 and DM4X digital motors. It incorporates the same force sensor technology as the original Micro Force. It also features automatic lens calibration, electronic limit setting, and bright LED displays of zoom position and speed setting. The Digital Micro Force 2 may also be used to provide zoom control for the FI+Z system as well as interface with professional Canon and Fujinon video lenses (with the 12 pin or 20 pin Hirose connector).

The companion DM-1X, DM-2 and DM4X motors have right angle configurations, which allows for simple and efficient coupling to lenses. Both motors use lapped sets of worm gears for very quiet, low backlash operation. A variety of output gears are available for mating to all standard cinema and video lenses.

The DMF2 unit operates over an input voltage range from 11-28V (30V max.). It uses a series of molded "Y" cables to interface with digital motors and the accessory connectors on most motion picture cameras. Straight cables are also available for use with video lenses. Please contact your Rental Agent to specify any required accessories.

Specifications:

• Size: 6.8" x 2.6" x 1.1" (170mm x 70mm x 28mm)  
  
• Weight: 0.69 lb (0.31 kg)
  
• Power Requirements: 12-28V DC (30V max.)
  
• Maximum Motor Current: 1.5A
  
• Motor Direction: set by panel switch