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Facilitate precise lens control with your RT motors and receivers with the\u00a0Teradek CTRL.5 3-Axis Wireless Lens Controller<\/b>\u00a0and its intuitive focus, iris, or zoom control. Multiple forms of communication integrated into the CTRL.5 allow for a wireless range of 5000′ with compatible RT devices or 500′ via 2.4 or 5 GHz Wi-Fi or Bluetooth 6. Direct connection to a monitor or camera can be achieved using the 5-pin USB and 4-pin AUX ports on the back of the device. The onboard touchscreen and upgraded operating system add to the expanded user interface.<\/div>\n
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The 5″ touchscreen on the CTRL.5 has a 2000 cd\/m\u00b2 maximum brightness. The menu layout features improved visibility of key data, calculations, integrations, and third-party control.<\/div>\n
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  • Program the 11 quick-action buttons around the perimeter of the touchscreen to recall settings of your choice. The flexible UI makes for flexible setup.<\/li>\n
  • Other onboard controls include a slider, pressure sensitive rocker, record button, adjustable knob with 9-levels of tension, and an additional knob to control speed or a fourth lens axis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Expandable Optics Library, Camera Control<\/div>\n
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    Thanks to the implementation of CTRL.OS, the CTRL.5 is capable of compiling real-time data from multiple connected devices simultaneously. An expandable optics library allows you to build out lens and filter kits and sync them to a cloud library for easy recall. CTRL.OS builds on the previous SmallHD and Teradek integrations for camera control with RED, ARRI, Sony, and other major brands.<\/div>\n
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    Back Panel Connectivity<\/div>\n
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    Use the 5-pin USB and 4-Pin AUX ports to connect the unit directly to monitors or cameras of your choice. An NP-F\/L-series battery plate supports power from compatible sources with 6 to 28V outputs. Multiple 1\/4″-20 anti-twist mounting threads can secure the CTRL.5 to your camera rig or director’s monitor setup, while neck and hand strap slots offer additional options.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    The Teradek CTRL.5 is a high-end wireless FIZ (Focus, Iris, Zoom) lens control system designed for professional focus pullers and modern cinema workflows. It combines a precision hand unit with a 5\u201d ultra-bright touchscreen, allowing real-time monitoring of lens data, distance, and depth of field, alongside intuitive control over focus, iris, and zoom. When paired with the MDR.X receiver, it forms a stable and flexible system that connects seamlessly to motors and lenses, ensuring smooth operation even in dynamic shooting environments. Fully integrated into the Teradek RT ecosystem, the system supports connectivity with cameras, monitors, and third-party tools\u2014bringing all control into a single interface.<\/p>\n

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    • Wireless Focus \/ Iris \/ Zoom (FIZ) control<\/li>\n
    • 5\u201d ultra-bright touchscreen (~2000 nits)<\/li>\n
    • OS operating system with customizable UI<\/li>\n
    • 11 programmable buttons for custom workflows<\/li>\n
    • Wireless range up to ~1500 m (ideal conditions)<\/li>\n
    • 5-pin USB and AUX connectivity for cameras and monitors<\/li>\n
    • WiFi camera control support (ARRI, RED, Sony)<\/li>\n
    • Digital lens mapping and focus marking system<\/li>\n
    • Full compatibility with Teradek RT ecosystem<\/li>\n
    • Works with MDR.X receiver for multi-motor control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":30324,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_joinchat":[]},"product_cat":[247],"product_tag":[1359,1302],"class_list":{"0":"post-30329","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-wireless-folow-focus","7":"product_tag-rent-wireless-follow-focus-en","8":"product_tag----en","10":"first","11":"instock","12":"featured","13":"shipping-taxable","14":"purchasable","15":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nCTRL.5 Hand Unit - Utopia<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/utopia2.beaver-global.com\/en\/shop\/ctrl-5-hand-unit\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"CTRL.5 Hand Unit - Utopia\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The Teradek CTRL.5 is a high-end wireless FIZ (Focus, Iris, Zoom) lens control system designed for professional focus pullers and modern cinema workflows. 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