C.E. Cine Tape with PLC Cini Remote package

Kevin Ross · March 2, 2020

The C.E. CineTape is a ultrasonic measuring system range finder that continuously calculates the distance between the subject and the camera's film plane. Focusing is simplified, saving time and reducing production costs. Compatible with all lenses and cameras (with appropriate power cable). The sensor assembly has two horns that are connected to the measure control to calculate distance in either imperial or metric. A laser pen can be attached to the sensor assembly to help aim during calibration. The sensor has a threaded pan/tilt mount to attach to your rig. A simple offset adjustment programs the relationship between the film plane and where the sensor is mounted, so distance is calculated accurately. Sensitivity and Close Focus adjustments fine-tune it to your situation.

This further includes a PLC Electronics remote wireless display package consisting of PLC-CRT-0147 cini remote transmitter and PLC-CRR-0153 cini remote receiver/reader. The transmitter attaches to the Cine Tape and wirelessly sends distance information to the receiver's display. This is ideal for any time the focus puller is not directly beside the camera or pulling focus remotely (steadicam, dolly, crane, cable rig, or any time there is not close proximity to camera). The receiver is powered via 9V battery.

Includes Cine Tape itself, sensor/horns, PLC Electronics wireless cini remote display package, sensor extension tubes (provides tighter measuring area), sensor cable, remote cable, and 3-pin fischer RS cable to power from an Arri Alexa or similar. No other power cables included, so buyer must provide that if powering with other means. Cosmetically this has noticeable wear. There is paint wear on all items. Velcro is attached in many places (which is useful really). There is a grey bracket added to the Cine Tape measure control, which was glued on. The pan/tilt mount on the sensor horns was glued to it (it is sturdy but is glued on instead of screwed on). There is a bent antenna connector on the Cini Remote receiver, which does not affect functionality. Although this looks rough, it was used by professional crew and not abused. Although this has not been fully serviced/calibrated recently, it does not show signs of needing it, as it senses subject and measures accurately after calibration prodecures. PLC wireless kit works well too.

Kevin Ross · March 2, 2020

I forgot to put the pricing. . .selling for $2,925 which I believe is a fair price (based on what's included and the condition as described in detail in the listing).