The Focusbug CINE RT is an ultrasonic rangefinder tracking system. It consists of a Base sensor, Handset control unit, High-bright LED display and ultrasonic Bug transmitter. All components communicate via 2.4 GHz low power RF bands with range up to 800’ (240m) line of sight. Thanks to its speed, the system can act as a reliable autofocus. Focusbug CINE RT system. Image credit: cinema5D Focusbug is a small company based in Canada. They developed an ultrasonic rangefinder tracking system called CINE RT. This system has been on the market for a while now, but Focusbug decided to expand to the Japanese market and they presented their system during Inter BEE 2019. Johnnie interviewed Laird Pierce from Focusbug during the show to know more about the CINE RT System. Focusbug CINE RT System The CINE RT System is a complete ultrasonic measuring ecosystem, designed and hand-built in Vancouver, Canada. It is comprised of four main components housed in CNC machined aluminum, Delrin and ABS with industry-standard connectors, spherical actuator buttons and low profile mounting hardware. When calibrated correctly, the system can function as a very reliable autofocus system – that can significantly help focus pullers nailing the focus in a complex and difficult shot. Focusbug CINE RT system. Image credit: Focusbug All components communicate on user-selectable 2.4 GHz low power RF bands for range of up to 800’ (240m) line of sight, while proprietary protocol settings allow several CINE RT systems to work in close proximity while avoiding crosstalk. The first component is the low...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 20 November, 2019