ARRI LCUBE CUB-1 User manual

LCUBE CUB-1
LBUS to Serial Converter
USER MANUAL
Date: 1st February 2017
LCUBE CUB-1
LBUS to Serial Converter
USER MANUAL
Date: 1st February 2017

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Scope
This User Manual applies to the following product:
K0.0010104 LCUBE CUB-1 with Software Update Packet SUP
2.0.1
Revision history
Version ID Order # Release Date
01 10001784 K5.0010634 F06066 20.5.2016

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02 10001784 K5.0010634 W01194 01.02.2017

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Disclaimer
Before using the products described in this manual, be sure to read and
understand all the respective instructions.
The ARRI LBUS to Serial Converter LCUBE CUB-1 is/are only available to
commercial customers. By utilization, the customer agrees that the LCUBE
CUB-1 or other components of the system are deployed for commercial use
only. Otherwise the customer must contact ARRI before utilization.
While ARRI endeavors to enhance the quality, reliability and safety of their
products, customers agree and acknowledge that the possibility of defects
thereof cannot be eliminated entirely. To minimize the risk of damage to
property or injury (including death) to persons arising from defects in the
products, customers must incorporate sufficient safety measures in their work
with the system and heed the stated canonic use.
ARRI or its subsidiaries do not assume any responsibility for losses incurred
due to improper handling or configuration of the LCUBE CUB-1 or other
system components.
ARRI assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this
document. The information is subject to change without notice.
For product specification changes after this manual was published, refer to
the latest published ARRI data sheets or release notes, etc., for the most up-
to-date specifications. Not all products and/or types are available in every
country. Please check with an ARRI sales representative for availability and
additional information.
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for recovery of any special, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages, including, but not limited to lost profits, lost savings, lost revenues

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In the event that one or all of the foregoing clauses are not allowed by
applicable law, the fullest extent permissible clauses by applicable law are
validated.

6 Contents
Contents
1 For your safety...................................................................7
2 Audience and intended use..............................................9
3 Scope of delivery and warranty..................................... 10
4 LBUS..................................................................................11
5 Introduction...................................................................... 12
5.1 Sample setups...................................................... 13
6 Layout................................................................................15
6.1 LCUBE status........................................................15
6.2 Setup button..........................................................16
7 Operation.......................................................................... 17
7.1 Distance.................................................................17
7.2 Camera..................................................................17
7.3 Motor..................................................................... 17
8 Software update............................................................... 18
9 Appendix........................................................................... 19
9.1 Part numbers.........................................................19
9.2 Pinouts...................................................................23
9.3 Compatibility.......................................................... 24
9.3.1 Distance measuring devices.................. 24
9.3.2 Cameras.................................................24
9.4 Specifications........................................................ 24
9.4.1 Interface standards................................ 25
9.4.2 Dimensions and weight..........................25
9.5 Service contacts....................................................26
9.6 International declarations...................................... 27

For your safety 7
1 For your safety
Before use, please ensure that all users read, understand, and follow the
instructions comprehensively in this document.
Risk levels and alert symbols
Safety warnings, safety alert symbols, and signal words in these instructions
indicate different risk levels:
DANGER!
DANGER indicates an imminent hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING!
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION!
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE explains practices not related to physical injury. No safety alert
symbol appears with this signal word.

8 For your safety
Note: Provides additional information to clarify or simplify a procedure.
Vital precautions
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock and fire!
Short-circuits may entail lethal damage!
Before use, read and follow all valid instructions.
Use solely and exclusively as described in the instructions.
Never open. Never insert objects.
For operation, always use a power source as indicated in the instructions.
Always unplug the cable by gripping the plug, not the cable.
Never try to repair. All repair work should be done by a qualified ARRI
Service Center.
Never remove or deactivate any safety equipment (incl. warning stickers
or paint marked screws).
Always protect from moisture, cold, heat, dirt, vibration, shock, or
aggressive substances.
DANGER!
Risk of fire!
Short-circuits and back currents to power supplies/batteries may entail
lethal damage!
Always use original ARRI/cmotion LBUS cables to external power
sources (D-Tap, XLR)! ARRI/cmotion LBUS cables to external power
sources provide a protection circuit to prevent back currents to power
supplies/batteries.

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2 Audience and intended use
NOTICE
The product is solely and exclusively available for commercial costumers
and shall be used by skilled personnel only. Every user should be trained
according to ARRI guidelines. Use the product only for the purpose
described in this document. Always follow the valid instructions and
system requirements for all equipment involved.
The LCUBE CUB-1 is solely and exclusively for use on professional camera
setups.

10 Scope of delivery and warranty
3 Scope of delivery and warranty
NOTICE
Product and packaging contain recyclable materials. Always store, ship,
and dispose of according to local regulations. ARRI is not liable for
consequences from inadequate storage, shipment or disposal.
Delivery
On delivery, please check that the package and content are intact. Never
accept a damaged or incomplete delivery. A complete delivery includes:
LCUBE interface CUB-1
LCUBE bracket
User manual
Original packaging
Warranty
For scope of warranty, please ask your local ARRI Service Partner. ARRI is
not liable for consequences from inadequate shipment, improper use, or third-
party products.

LBUS 11
4 LBUS
LBUS is an ARRI/cmotion bus standard designed to allow multiple lens
motors and control devices to communicate with each other.

12 Introduction
5 Introduction
The LCUBE CUB-1 is a miniature signal converter that converts LBUS
protocols to serial protocols and vice versa. It is multi-purpose protocol
converter that will prove useful for many different functions and many different
camera setups.
Main features
Converts serial protocol (RS232, RS485, RS422) to LBUS and vice
versa
Super small and lightweight (~60g/2.11oz incl. LCUBE Bracket)
Daisy-chainable via LBUS

Introduction 13
5.1 Sample setups
ALEXA Mini with UDM and Master Grips

14 Introduction
3rd party camera with ENG lens and Master Grips
3rd party camera with cine lens and Master Grips

Layout 15
6 Layout
1 Serial connector
2 Setup button
3 Distance, Camera, Motor indicator
4 LBUS connectors
6.1 LCUBE status
The LED of the SETUP button indicates the current adaptor status.
LED Status
Solid green Device is ready, no warnings
Green/red flashing No serial communication
Solid red Adaptor power supply is below 11V
Red flashing No LBUS data is available
Blue flashing Device is executing the bootloader

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6.2 Setup button
Adaptor assignment
Most accessories are automatically recognized by special coded cables or
the serial data. The assignment is automatically made by the LCUBE.
Press the SETUP button momentarily to indicate the current assignment. The
D(istance), C(amera) or M(otor) indicator underneath the SETUP button will
light up for three seconds. If there is no serial connection established, DCM
indicators are flashing for three seconds.
Press the SETUP button momentarily again to change the assignment.
Toggle through until you reach the desired setting.

Operation 17
7 Operation
The CUB-1 can operate in three different modes:
7.1 Distance
The distance mode converts serial distance readings and streams it to all
LBUS devices.
Connect a UDM-1 or similar device like the Cine Tape Measure to the CUB-1.
If a serial data stream is detected, the indication letter D is illuminated.
7.2 Camera
The camera mode is for controlling 3rd party camera. Rec start/stop and user
buttons.
See "Compatibility", page 24 for further information about 3rd party
cameras.
7.3 Motor
The motor mode allows the control of the motors via RS232. For information
about the protocol contact the ARRI service team. [email protected]

18 Software update
8 Software update
The LCUBE CUB-1 can be updated from external devices through its LBUS
interface.
The following devices provide update functionalities for LCUBE CUB-1:
ARRI Wireless Compact Unit WCU-4
ARRI Active Motor Controller AMC-1
ARRI Universal Motor Controller UMC-4
cmotion compact hand unit
cmotion cworld
Please refer to the respective user manuals for further information.
WARNING!
Before starting the update, make sure that there are no devices
connected to the LCUBE CUB-1, except LBUS devices necessary for the
update itself.
WARNING!
Do not switch off power and do not remove the storage media during the
update, as this may damage the LCUBE CUB-1.

Appendix 19
9 Appendix
9.1 Part numbers
Part numbers
K0.0010104
(equals
K0.0010104)
LCUBE CUB-1 Basic Set
contains
K2.0008630 LCUBE CUB-1
K2.0009620 LCUBE Bracket
Quick release bracket with 3/8" screw for
LCUBE converters
NOTICE
The LCUBE CUB-1 Basic Set does not include an LBUS cable.
LBUS cables are available in various lengths and need to be ordered
separately.

20 Appendix
Mechanical accessories
K2.0009620 LCUBE bracket (included)
K2.0006176 CLM-5/cforce mini clamp console 19/15
mm (not included)