Operator Control Unit OCU-1
Hi‑5 and WCU‑4 override solution
Hi‑5 and WCU‑4 override solution
No, currently only the Hi‑5 and WCU‑4 supports the override function.
Yes, the OCU‑1 works the same as the Master Grips.
Yes, the OCU‑1 can split lens axis control with the Hi‑5 or WCU‑4.
Yes, you need the LCUBE CUB-2 for it. With AMIRA it works like any other ENG lens.
No, currently this override feature is only possible with the ALEXA Mini LF.
Yes, it is possible to assign camera user buttons to the OCU‑1 and control up to 3 camera user buttons per OCU‑1. The corresponding function of a user button can be set on the camera. Please check the designated camera user manual on how to set the user buttons.
Yes, you can assign SPD+ (increase speed) and SPD- (decrease speed) to any of the OCU‑1 user buttons and also set the motor speed from minimum to maximum within the motor screen. The speed is set as the ratio between lens range and wheel range (1:4, 1:2, 1:1, 2:1, 4:1).
No, the override function is only supported by the Hi‑5 and WCU‑4.
No, the Hi‑5 and WCU‑4 indicates the override mode which is triggered by the OCU‑1 and offers a re-engaged lens motor control method without a jump.
No. This function is not supported in the override mode only when the OCU‑1 is used as a simple control unit which controls selected lens axis separately from the Hi‑5 or WCU‑4.
Yes, you can use it on other cameras than ALEXA and AMIRA but with limited functions. For further details about extended compatibilities please check the designated OCU‑1 user manual.