Shoot Tools — Hitachi Denshi

Jul 1, 2004 1:04 PM

Panning and tilting

Remote control of panning and tilting operations opens up more shooting scenarios, but running multiple control and power cables can make for hard-to-rig setups. Hitachi Denshi addresses that with a fiber-optic version of its Eagle line of Pan-Tilt products. Spec'd for indoor use and controlled outdoor setups, the new Eagle PT101FO pan-tilt head handles all motion, video functions, and system power through a single fiber-optic cable, maximizing signal quality and workflow efficiency, according to the company. The unit can be paired with the new Eagle Command Module, which combines pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and camera controls with a four-channel switcher.

Price: $1,750 (PT101FO); $2,200 (Eagle Command Module)
Woodbury, N.Y.; (516) 921-7200; www.hdal.com