TILTA Nucleus-NII Wireless Lens Control System Instruction Manual

(HVIN:WLC-T05/WLC-T05-HWC) Nucleus-NII
WIRELESS LENS CONTROL SYSTEM

Nucleus-NII Wireless Lens Control System

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WARNING & PRECAUTION

Before using this product, please strictly follow the instructions below. Our company assumes no responsibility for any consequences caused by improper operation or misuse.
ACCESSORY REQUIREMENTS
Charging at temperatures higher than 40°C (104°F) or lower than 5°C (41°F) may result in decreased battery performance, swelling, leakage, overheating, and other damage.
Do not store the battery in an environment exceeding 60°C (140°F). The ideal storage temperature is 22°C (71.6°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).
The battery must be charged with the charging equipment provided by TILTA. TILTA will not be responsible for any consequences resulting from charging with non-TILTA official equipment.
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
This device contains strong magnets. To avoid magnetic interference, please keep it away from magnetic cards, IC cards, implantable medical devices (such as pacemakers), hard drives, RAM chips, and other devices that may be affected.
Use the battery in an environment with a temperature between -20°C (-4°F) and 45°C (113°F). Excessive temperatures can cause the battery to swell abnormally, catch fire, or even explode. Before using the device in a low- temperature environment, it is recommended to fully charge the battery at room temperature to extend its service life.
Do not place the device near flammable or combustible materials (such as carpets and wooden products) while charging. Always pay attention to the charging process to prevent accidents.
Store the device in a dry environment, with an ideal storage humidity not exceeding 40%.
BATTERY SAFETY
**[ Warning] This device is equipped with a non-removable built-in battery. please do not attempt to replace the battery yourself, as this may damage the battery or the device.
Do not use the battery in environments with strong electrostatic or magnetic fields, as this may cause internal circuit failures in the device.
Do not expose the battery to high temperatures or place it near heat- generating devices, such as sunlight, heaters, microwaves, ovens, or water heaters. Overheating the battery may cause it to explode.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery, insert foreign objects, or immerse in water or other liquids, as this may cause the battery to leak, overheat, catch fire, or explode.
The electrolyte inside the battery is highly corrosive. If it accidentally comes into contact with your skin or eyes, rinse immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Do not throw the battery into fire, as this can cause it to catch fire and explode.
Do not drop, squeeze, or puncture the battery. Avoid subjecting the battery to external pressure, which may cause internal short circuits and overheating.
Do not use damaged batteries.
Do not store the battery for an extended period after it has been completely discharged, to avoid entering a deep discharge state that can cause damage to the battery cells, rendering it unable to be used again.
Be sure to fully discharge the battery before disposing of it in a designated battery recycling bin. Batteries are hazardous chemicals and must not be disposed of in regular trash bins. For details, please follow the local laws and regulations regarding battery recycling and disposal.
If the battery cannot be fully discharged, do not dispose of it directly in a battery recycling bin; instead, contact a professional battery recycling company for further processing.
MAINTENANCE & CARE
Please keep the device clean and free of sand, dust, and other foreign objects. Use a clean, dry cloth to promptly clean any debris on the product.
Do not subject the device and its accessories to strong impacts or vibrations, as this may damage them and cause device failure.
If the device collides with a hard object or the screen is broken due to a strong external impact, do not touch or attempt to remove the broken parts. Instead, immediately stop using the device and promptly contact TILTA customer service.
NOTE: The device will generate slight heat during operation, which is normal.
INTRODUCING NUCLEUS NII HAND UNIT**

1. 1.6-inch Circular Touch Screen
   Lens & Camera Data / Parameter Display & Control [REC] Button

2. 01 Long Press 3s: Power On / Off
   02 Long Press 8s: Force Power Off
   Single Press：REC Run/Stop Function

3. Control Rocker
   Control One Assigned Motor

4. [FUNC] Button
   01 Set Marks
   02 Hold to Calibrate Lens

5. Rotation Limit Switch

6. Switch TF/ DF Mode
   NATO Mount

7. For Mounting the Hand Unit
   Electronic Contact Points
   01 Power the hand wheel controller via the Power Handle or Control Handle
   02 Compatible with other external devices for data transmission

8. Safety Pin
   Prevents Accidental Disconnection

9. Tie Down
   Lock to Secure a NATO Accessory

10. USB-C Port
    For PD Fast Charging

11. Hand Wheel
    Motor / Parameter Control

( TF Mode: Compatible with TILTA Wireless Follow Focus Systems; DF Mode: Compatible with DJI Follow Focus Systems)

| Switch Up to TF Mode ( Limits Focus Knob Rotation to 360 Degrees )
Switch Down to DF Mode ( Focus Knob can Rotate Freely )
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FEATURES

| Circular Touch Screen
Dynamic Interaction/350ppi
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| USB-C
Supports PD Fast Charging
| Built-in High Capacity Battery with Extended Life
Continuous Operation for Over 7 Hours & Smart Standby up to 20 Hours

TECHNICAL DATA

• Material: Aluminum Alloy+Plastic
• Dimensions: 737253mm
• Weight : 175g
• Color : Black

BATTERY USAGE GUIDELINE

Built-in Battery Capacity 3.7V 1800mAh 6.66Wh

1. Operating Temperature: Charging: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F); Discharging: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F)
2. Storage Temperature: -5°C to 45°C (23°F to 113°F)
3. Operating Humidity: 45±20% (Recommended)
4. Warranty Period: 12 months and less than 500 charge cycles

USE THE HAND UNIT

USE INDEPENDENTLY
The focus motor can be controlled by operating the hand wheel or using the control rocker.
The Nucleus-N II and some camera settings can be controlled through the touch screen. ATTACH TO OTHER ACCESSORIES
The Nucleus-N II hand unit features a NATO quick-release mount, allowing it to be attached to NATO rail.
(such as NATO rail on the side of a camera cage or DJI RS 2/RS 3 Pro, etc..)
Note: When assembling and disassembling, pay attention to the contact pins on the Control Handle to prevent damage from external force.
USE WITH THE NUCLEUS NANO II CONTROL HANDLE (as shown below)
Attach the hand unit to the Control handle using the NATO mount, lock the tie down to secure. INTRODUCING THE MAIN UI
After turning on the device, the hand wheel controller will enter the main Interface. Swipe left or right to switch between the Three Main Screens. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the Four Settings Menus.
Swipe left or right to select the desired settings menu and tap the center icon to enter the secondary menu.
The Nucleus-N II hand unit UI consists of Three Main Screens and Four Settings Menus.
The Three Main Screens include the Camera Control Interface, Motor Parameter Interface, and Focus Distance Interface.
The Four Settings Menus are Connect Settings, Function Settings, System Settings, and Motor Settings.![TILTA Nucleus NII Wireless Lens Control System

• INTRODUCING](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/TILTA-Nucleus- NII-Wireless-Lens-Control-System-INTRODUCING.png)

  1. WIFI Status

  2. Wireless Channel Indicator
     A: Automatic Channel Mode
     M: Manual Channel Mode
     Number: Channel No.

  3. Motor Parameter (0-999)

  4. Motor Indicator
     FOCUS Indicator / IRIS Indicator / ZOOM Indicator

  5.  Additional Settings (Swipe Up)

  6. AF/MF Switch Button

  7. Battery Information

  8. Bluetooth Status

  9. REC/STBY Indicator

  10. Focus Knob Range Indicator

  11. Set Mark Button

  12. Touch Screen Lock Button

  13. Camera Settings
      Lock Button

  14. REC/STBY Indicator

  15. Iris Info

  16. ISO Info

  17. Communication Protocol Info

  18. Recording Run Time

  19. Shutter Speed Info

  20. Color Temperature Info

  21. Resolution / Data Rate / Frame Rate

  22. Focus Distance

  23. Lens Manufacturer

  24. Lens Model

  25. Set Mark Button

  26. Focal Length Info

INTRODUCING NUCLEUS NII MOTOR

TECHNICAL DATA

• Material: Aluminum Alloy+Plastic
• Dimensions: 834631mm
• Weight: 80g
• Color: Black

ATTACHING MOTOR TO LENS

1. Attaching Lens Gears
   Attach part ➀ lens gear to the lens, following the indicated direction. Secure part ➁ to complete the assembly.
   Note:
   Compatible with focus rings with a 0.8 gear pitch, can be used with the adjustable lens gear included in the kit or the TILTA Seamless Focus Gear Ring (Optional).

2. Attaching the Rod Holder & 15mm Rod Attach the ➂ rod holder to the 1/4″ thread on the cage side arm, and tighten the screw. Then, secure the 15mm rod ➃ to the rod holder, which will be used to attach the motor.

3. Attaching the Motor
   Mount the ➄ motor onto the 15mm rod, adjust the motor angle, and then engage the motor gear with the adjustable lens gear and then tighten the tie down ➅ to complete the assembly.

Optional TILTA rod adapters for motor assembly Including: 15mm Single Rod Holders and LWS Baseplates

MOTOR POWERING GUIDELINE

You can use TILTA’s Universal Power Bank Holder or TILTA’s L Series Battery Plate (Optional) for supporting various power options, in order to supply power to the focus motor via the USB-C port (PD protocol).
Attaching the Universal Power Bank Holder (TA-UPBH-B)
Attach the Universal Power Bank Holder to a 1/4”-20 thread. Tighten the screw and then secure the power supply equipment (such as a power bank). MOTOR CABLE SETUP

Note: When using multiple motors, you can connect them in series by using the USB-C (PD protocol) for passthrough power. USB-C TO C CABLE Note: When connecting multiple motors in series, use Port 2 as the power input for the first motor and connect the second motor via Port 1 on both motors. Use Port 2 on the last motor to connect to the camera.
USB-C RUN/STOP CABLE Note: When using a USB-C Run Stop Cable, use Port 2 as the power input for the first motor and connect the next motor from Port 1 to Port 2, leaving Port 1 on the last motor open for the Run / Stop Cable.

INDICATOR LIGHT

| White: Motor is not assigned to any function
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| Purple: FOCUS
Purple Light: Pairing completed, motor assigned to FOCUS.
| Green: IRIS
Green Light: Pairing completed, motor assigned to IRIS.
| Blue: ZOOM
Blue Light: Pairing completed, motor assigned to ZOOM.
| Yellow: OTHERS
Yellow Light: Pairing completed, motor assigned to OTHERS.
| Red & White Lights Flashing: Wireless module configuration in progress
| Green & White Lights Flashing: Channel configuration in progress
| Red & Blue Lights Flashing: Automatic calibration in progress
| Yellow & White Lights Flashing: Manual calibration in progress
| Green & Red Lights Flashing: Motor unlocking (non-controllable state)
| Red Light Flashing: Motor Error Detected
| Purple Light Flashing: Motor FOCUS, voltage below 6V| Voltage below 6V, PD protocol disabled
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| Green Light Flashing: Motor IRIS, voltage below 6V
| Blue Light Flashing: Motor ZOOM, voltage below 6V
| Yellow Light Flashing: Motor OTHERS, voltage below 6V
| Purple & Cyan Lights Flashing: Motor FOCUS, voltage above 6V| Voltage above 6V, PD protocol enabled
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| Green & Cyan Lights Flashing: Motor IRIS, voltage above 6V
| Blue & Cyan Lights Flashing: Motor ZOOM, voltage above 6V
| Yellow & Cyan Lights Flashing: Motor OTHERS, voltage above 6V

PAIRING

THE NUCLEUS-N II HAND UNIT PAIRING WITH THE NUCLEUS-N II MOTOR

Enter the hand wheel controller’s main interface, swipe from bottom to top to access the menu
Choose 【CONNECT】-【2.4G】 mode, then turn【ON】and click 【CHANNELS】to enter the Auto / Manual Channel mode.Manual Channel Mode Auto Channel Mode Search for available channels through Auto / Manual Channel mode
After connecting power to motor port 1 or port 2, Double-click the【FUNCTION】Button, the indicator light will flash, indicating it’s in pairing mode. When the motor is detected on the hand wheel controller’s interface, click【CONFIRM】, when the motor indicator light (purple / green / blue / yellow) remains constant, pairing is completed .
Note: Click the top-left corner switch icon to switch search modes; Auto Channel Mode can automatically select channels based on network conditions, with the option to disable specific channels in the menu; Manual Channel Mode allows specifying a single channel.
THE NUCLEUS-N II HAND UNIT PAIRING WITH THE NUCLEUS-M MOTOR (METHOD1) Enter the hand wheel controller’s menu, select【CONNECT】-【2.4 G】 mode, then turn【ON】and click【CHANNELS】to switch to manual channel mode. Select an available channel (e.g., CH2), then【SEARCH】.After connecting power to Nucleus-M motor, long-press the【UP】and【DOWN】button to initiate【EZ Mode】pairing.
After finding the motor on the hand wheel controller’s interface, click【CONFIRM】to complete pairing. The motor’s screen will display the corresponding channel (e.g., 02).
Note: The Nucleus-N II hand unit pairs with both the Nucleus-M motor and VND motor through the hand unit【2.4G】manual channel mode.
THE NUCLEUS-N II HAND UNIT PAIRING WITH THE NUCLEUS-M MOTOR (METHOD 2) Enter the hand wheel controller’s menu, select【CONNECT】-【2.4 G】 mode, then turn【ON】and click【CHANNELS】to switch to manual channel mode. Select an available channel (e.g., CH3), then exit this interface.   After connecting power to the Nucleus-M motor, long-press the 【POWER】button to power on. Adjust the channel to match the hand unit by double-clicking the【UP】or【DOWN】button.

THE NUCLEUS-M MOTOR NUMBER SETTING

After connecting power to the Nucleus-M motor, double-click the【MENU】button to access the menu. Select【MOTOR NO.】, press【ENTER】, and adjust the motor number by clicking the【UP】or【DOWN】button. Adjust the motor number to 1 (purple), 2 (green), 3 (blue), or 4 (yellow) to control the Nucleus-M motor by using the corresponding components of the Nucleus-N II hand wheel controller or multi- functional control handle.

THE NUCLEUS-N II HAND UNIT PAIRING WITH VND MOTOR

Enter the hand wheel controller’s menu, select【CONNECT】-【2.4 G】 mode, then turn【ON】and click【CHANNELS】to switch to manual channel mode. Select an available channel (e.g., CH3), then exit this interface. After connecting power to the VND motor, press and hold the 【DOWN】button to power it on. Adjust the channel to match the handwheel by double-clicking the【UP】or【DOWN】 button.
Adjust the motor number by clicking the【UP】or【DOWN】button (it will automatically exit after 10 seconds of inactivity, or you can exit by triple- clicking the【UP/DOWN】button).
Assign motor numbers 1 (purple), 2 (green), 3 (blue), and 4 (yellow) to control the corresponding components via the Nucleus-N II hand wheel controller or multifunction control handle to operate the motor.

HAND WHEEL CONTROLLER – FIRMWARE UPDATE

1. Enter the hand wheel controller’s main interface, swipe from bottom to top to access the menu.
2. Choose【CONNECT】-【WIFI】mode, then turn【ON】and click 【SETTINGS】to enter the WIFI searching mode.
3. Click on【SEARCH】to find available WiFi networks, enter the password, then click【OK】, when the green check mark icon appears, the connection is successful.
4. Enter the hand wheel controller’s menu, select【SYSTEM】-【FIRMWARE UPDATE】, choose to update the hand wheel 【HAND WHEEL-M】, and click【CONFIRM】to start the update. Once the update progress reaches 100%, the update is complete and the menu will return to the main interface.

Note: Only the【HAND WHEEL-M】hardware requires online updates, while other hardware can be updated offline once the Hand Wheel-M】component update is completed.

MOTOR – FIRMWARE UPDATE

1. If the hand wheel controller has already been updated press and hold the motor’s【FUNCTION】button ① and then connect power ② .
   A green light will flash briefly, which means the motor is in update mode.

2. Enter the hand wheel controller’s menu, select【SYSTEM】-【FIRMWARE UPDATE】, choose to update the motor, such as【MOTOR-M】 and click【CONFIRM】to start the update. Once the update progress reaches 100%, the update is complete. If you need to update 【MOTOR-S】afterward, you should first disconnect the motor’s power and then repeat the above update process.

• When the hand wheel controller is already connected to the internet, access【SYSTEM】-【FIRMWARE UPDATE】. A【SERVER】window will pop up. Please select the appropriate server based on your location, and then proceed with the update.
• To check if the hardware needs an update: ① Check if there is a version number with an arrow “→” below the hardware. If there is, it means the current version requires a firmware update, as shown below.
  MOTOR-M
  XXXXXX→XXXXXX
  ② If there is no version number with an arrow “→” below the hardware, it means the current version does not require a firmware update, as shown below.
  MOTOR-M
  XXXXXX

NUCLEUS NANO II HAND WHEEL CONTROLLER

• When the hand wheel controller is connected to the internet, the system will automatically detect the latest firmware version.
• During the update process, the screen will restart. Please wait for the update to complete. After finishing, the controller’s menu will return to the main interface.
• When updating the【HAND WHEEL-M】hardware, firmware for other hardware such as【HAND WHEEL-S】, 【MOTOR-M】, 【MOTOR-S】,and【CONTROL HANDLE】will be downloaded simultaneously. Subsequent updates for motors and handles will not require an internet connection.
• After updating the handwheel, check the current firmware version.
• If the controller fails to update in a connected state or if the update is interrupted, please check the network status or restart the controller.
• 【HAND WHEEL-M】: Hand Wheel main control firmware
  【HAND WHEEL-S】: Hand Wheel peripheral device management firmware
  【MOTOR-M】: Motor-end camera control firmware; 【MOTOR-S】: Motor control firmware
  【CONTROL HANDLE】: Control handle firmware

NUCLEUS NANO II MOTOR

• Before updating the motor firmware, make sure that the hand wheel controller has previously updated to the latest version.
• Before updating, ensure that the hand wheel controller has a battery level of at least 50% and no other motors are currently  undergoing a firmware update.
• During the update process, do not plug or unplug the motor’s power or turn off the hand wheel controller. If this happens, reconnect the motor’s power and repeat the update operation.
• Multiple motors cannot undergo firmware updates simultaneously. Only one motor can be updated at a time to avoid signal interference.
• When completing firmware updates, if proceeding with the next firmware update, you need to disconnect the motor’s power before proceeding.
• The motor needs to be paired with the hand wheel controller before viewing the current version number of the firmware update.
• If the motor accidentally enters firmware update mode by pressing the【FUNCTION】button, please disconnect the motor’s power first and reconnect power.
• If the update progress remains between 5% and 6%, or if the download speed is too slow, please turn off the hand wheel controller and restart it. Then repeat the above-mentioned update steps.

IC CAUTION:

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

To maintain compliance with RSS-102 RF Exposure guidelines, This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum 20cm distance between the radiator and your body: Use only the supplied antenna.

FCC WARNING:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF Exposure guidelines, This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum 20cm distance between the radiator and your body: Use only the supplied antenna.

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