Cinema Pro 516

Perfect for use in almost any scenario, the Cinema Pro 516 is the best stabilized platform option to integrate the most popular payloads. With 6-axes of movement via VectorSteering™ in a mid-sized platform, this gimbal can easily handle medium-sized cinema cameras with impressive lenses! As with all GSS gimbals, the Cinema Pro 516 is well-suited for a variety of applications including aerial, ground vehicle, marine mounted and more.

 
 
 

System Features

  • Advanced fiber optic gyro-stabilization

  • VectorSteering™ 6-axes of movement in a 5-axis gimbal

    • Stabilized look down (no gimbal lock) in a smaller, lighter package

  • Interchangeable cameras/lenses/inner-axis in less than 30 minutes

  • Fully upgradeable as gimbal, camera, and lens technologies evolve

  • Stabilized or steerable horizon with in-flight automatic calibration

  • High-speed fiber optic video data transfer

  • No auxiliary junction unit required

  • No ITAR or EAR export restrictions

  • Ships as excess baggage (<70lbs/32kg per case)

  • MIL-STD-810F power filters with reverse polarity protection

  • Engineered/Manufactured to DO-160G standards - not certified

  • Platform designed for both standard and inverted use

  • Wireless capability option

  • Metadata outputs (lens, camera, & GPS functions)

  • Geo-referencing option

  • Electro-mechanical gimbal stow mechanism

  • Compatible with existing air and ground mounts

  • Standard 1-year warranty and 24/7/365 customer service

Product Accessories

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power distribution unit

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video breakout box

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ground power supply

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rain deflector

cinema hand controller

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fiz remote

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hand controller cable

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power cable

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fiber video cable

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schneider optics snout glass

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nd filter

snout cover

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aircraft battery disruption unit

vibration iso (taper)

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vibration iso (universal)

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mitchell mount adapter

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R44 Mount

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R66 Mount

Portable gimbal stand for all GSS gimbal configurations

spider stand

GIMBAL LEGS

 

System Specs

Gimbal Performance
VectorSteering™ offers 6-axes of movement in a 5-axis gimbal - gyrostabilized
Azimuth: 360°continuous
Elevation: 27° to -195° from horizontal
Roll: > +/- 120° (steerable/stabilized)
Gimbal Slew Rate: 0-150°/second (depending on gearbox)
Max Operational Airspeed: variable depending on gearbox

Interface
Control: RS-232, RS-422, or Ethernet

Electrical
VIN: 18-33 VDC
Power: 15 amps max draw at 28 VDC

Dimensions
Gimbal width: 16.5 inches (419 mm)
Gimbal height: 21.4 inches (544 mm)
Snout length: 0-6 inches (0-152 mm)
Cable set length: 20 feet (standard set)

Weight
Platform: 60 lbs (27.2 kg) + payload
Hand Controller Unit: 7 lbs (3.2 kg)
Auxiliary Junction Unit: payload specific
Cable Set: 8 lbs (3.6 kg)

Environmental
Operating temperature: -4° to +122°F (-20° to +50°C) Sealed system for airborne/ground/marine applications

Interchangeable Camera Options
Sony Venice, PMW-F55, HDC-P1, HDC-P43 & HDC-P50
RED DSMC2
Arri Alexa XT M & Arri Alexa Mini
(Other cameras available upon request.)

Interchangeable Lens Options
Angenieux Optimo 10:1 & Optimo wide zooms
Canon Cinema Series
Fujinon Premiere PL/Cabrio Series
Arri Ultra Wide Zoom 9.5-18
Primes - Various
B4 mount ENG lenses (limited to payload compatibility) Other lenses available upon request

Helicopter/Airplane Mount Availability
AS 350/355
Bell 206/206L/407
Bell 505 EC-120
Robinson R44/R66
Cessna 172/206
Compatible with various other aircraft

Vehicle/Marine Mount Configurations
Arm Mounts - Mitchell Mount
Various other mount types from many manufacturers

Specifications are subject to change.