FREEFLY MOVI Pro COM to Futaba Cable

Description

FREEFLY MOVI Pro COM to Futaba Cable

The FREEFLY MōVI Pro COM to Futaba Cable is a specialized communication cable designed to integrate the Freefly MōVI Pro, MōVI Carbon, or MōVI XL gimbal stabilizer with a Futaba RC receiver. This crucial connection enables operators to control the gimbal’s pointing (pan, tilt, and roll) using a traditional Futaba RC transmitter, offering a familiar and highly responsive control method, especially for remote or vehicle-mounted operations.

While Freefly gimbals offer advanced control via their proprietary MIMIC and MōVI Controller, integrating with third-party RC systems like Futaba provides significant flexibility for diverse production workflows. This cable facilitates that integration, allowing users already proficient with Futaba transmitters to leverage their existing gear for precise gimbal control.

Key features and benefits of the FREEFLY MōVI Pro COM to Futaba Cable include:

• Futaba RC Receiver Compatibility: Designed to connect directly to a compatible Futaba RC receiver, typically utilizing a standard Futaba servo connector (3-pin). This allows users to employ their preferred Futaba transmitter for controlling the gimbal.
• MōVI COM Port Integration: Connects to the dedicated COM (communication) port on the MōVI Pro, MōVI Carbon, or MōVI XL gimbal. This port facilitates the necessary data exchange between the Futaba receiver and the gimbal’s internal control system. The cable often features a locking GH connector on the MōVI end for secure attachment.
• Remote Gimbal Control: Enables comprehensive remote control over the gimbal’s primary axes (pan, tilt, roll) and often allows for mapping of other MōVI functions to the various channels of the Futaba transmitter. This is invaluable for vehicle-mounted shots, drone operations, or any scenario where the operator needs to be distanced from the gimbal.
• Reliable Wired Connection: Provides a robust, hardwired data link, ensuring a stable and interference-free control signal. This is particularly beneficial in environments with high RF noise where wireless solutions might be susceptible to interference.
• High Flex, Lightweight Design: The cable is constructed to be highly flexible and lightweight, making it easy to route and dress cleanly on the gimbal rig. This minimizes interference with gimbal movements and maintains optimal balance.
• Optimized Length: Typically designed with an appropriate length (e.g., around 5.9″ or 150mm) to allow for flexible mounting of the Futaba receiver on the MōVI rig without excessive slack.

The FREEFLY MōVI Pro COM to Futaba Cable is an essential MōVI accessory for cinematographers and drone operators who prefer or require the precision and familiarity of Futaba RC control. It expands the versatility of the Freefly MōVI system, making it a critical remote gimbal control solution for a wide range of demanding production scenarios.