What is PINE?
As the central control unit, PINE connects all motors of slider, pan/tilt and lens unit with the powerful PINE Motion App.
Each PINE can also trigger up to two cameras for automated image capturing.
PINE can control not only Black Forest Motion motor units, but also systems from other manufacturers. Our adapter cables make the switch to PINE a breeze.
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“I have used and worked with a multitude of motion control vendors and many app based systems left me frustrated. The Black Forest Motion System was the first app based motion control unit where I felt I was actually working with it, rather than wrangling it.”
Chris Field, Founder of Biolapse
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App-Controlled
The PINE Motion App connects to all PINE controllers via Bluetooth, enabling complete operation of the motion control system via Android and iOS smartphones and tablets.
Once all data has been transferred from the app to the controller, the PINE runs autonomously, even if the Bluetooth connection is interrupted.
Silent Motor Operation*
Our new PINE II Controller offers nearly silent motor operation thanks to state-of-the-art driver technology. Ideal for audio-critical applications such as interviews or wildlife recordings.
*Only for PINE II Controller
Bézier-Curve Support*
Our new PRO mode supports keyframes with true Bézier curves. This enables the most complex and sophisticated motion sequences for professional applications.
*Only for PINE II Controller
Game Controller Support*
In addition to the PINE Motion app, our PINE II can also be controlled wirelessly and flexibly via a conventional PlayStation 4 game controller. No further components such as a USB dongle are necessary for this.
All joysticks and buttons can be freely assigned via the PINE Motion app. Ideal for fast programming of movements or also for real-time video recordings.
*Only for PINE II Controller
Dual Power Supply*
PINE II can be powered via the DC input as well as via the USB-C connector.
A PowerBank with USB PD (Power Delivery) technology is required to use the USB-C port
The power supply with the higher voltage is prioritized by the controller. This is ideal for changing power supplies on the fly without interrupting the operation.
*Only for PINE II Controller
Compatible with Dragonframe
PINE is compatible with the well-known stop-motion software Dragonframe for time-lapse and stop-motion animation.
The PINE controller is connected to a PC or Mac via USB.
Compatible with Third-Party Systems and ideal for DIY Projects
Using adapter cables, PINE can also be used to control a wide range of camera sliders and rotation units from other manufacturers. The transition to PINE becomes a breeze. Bring your existing motion control system to the next level – the versatile application modes of PINE will fascinate you.
PINE is also ideal for do-it-yourself projects. Save yourself the tedious development of electronics and software with PINE.
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Our PINE Controller
Specifications
| Operating Temperature | -20ºC (-4ºF) to +45ºC (113ºF) |
| Storage Temperature | -30ºC (-22ºF) to +60ºC (140ºF) |
| Humidity | 10% – 90% non-condensing |
| Connector Supply | DC Jack 2.1×5.5mm (center positive) |
| Connector Motors | Hirose HR10A-7R-6S(73) (6 pin Female) – mating with: HR10A-7P-6P (73) |
| Connector Kameras | 2.5mm TRS Jack (3 pin) |
| Connector AUX | 2.5mm TRS Jack (3 pin) |
| Connector USB | PINE R Micro USB PINE II USB-C |
| Motor Type | Bipolar Stepper Motor |
| Number of Motors | 4 |
| Max. RMS Current per Channel | PINE R max. 1.2A PINE II max. 2.5A (motor current will be reduced if input current > 3.0A) |
| Max. Motor Speed (Stepper Motor with 200 Steps per Revolution) | PINE R max. 3.5 Rev/s or 210 Rev/min PINE II Silent Mode: max. 3.0 Rev/s or 180 Rev/min Dynamic Mode: max. 3.0 Rev/s or 180 Rev/min High-Speed Mode: max. 20 Rev/s or 1200 Rev/min |
| Input Voltage | 10-24V DC |
| Input Power | PINE R max. 15W PINE II max. 72W (at 24V and maximum motor current) |
| Dimensions | 99 mm x 77 mm / 3.9″ x 3.0″ |
| Weight | approx. 150 g / 5.3 oz |
| Wireless Technology | PINE R Bluetooth Low Energy 4.1 – 2.4 GHz PINE II Bluetooth Low Energy 4.2 – 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n – 2.4 GHz |
| Firmware Update Capable | Yes, via USB (with PINE Firmware Updater Utility) PINE II USB or OTA (WiFi) |
More information about our PINE Controllers can be found in the detailed user manual.
