Mini-Mote small and powerful remote head
Features:
- Small and extremely powerful
- Wired to accept any camera
- 360° continuous all 3 axes
- Wireless Capable
- Can expand and shrink to accommodate payloads
- Can be upgraded to S.A.S. Gyro Stabilization
Applications:
- Camera Cranes
- Cable Systems
- Any place one would use a remote head
Multimedia:

The Mini-Mote in its smallest configuration with a standard Broadcast ENG camera mounted.
The Mini-Mote Remote Head is the world's most popular camera support equipment as there is an ultimate range of configuration possibilities.
In it's most compact configuration, the Mini-Mote can accommodate cameras weighing up to 60 pounds (27 kg) in continuous 360-degree pan and tilt movements. With the Expander Kit installed, the Mini-Mote can accommodate large camera and lens combinations weighing up to 190 pounds (86 kg) in continuous 360- degree pan and tilt movements.
The 360 degree Continuous Roll Cradle can accommodate all current film and video cameras. It is operated by foot controls or additional wheel, or joystick.
Details
With the Expander Kit installed, the Mini-Mote can accommodate large camera and lens combinations weighing up to 190 pounds (86 kg) in continuous 360-degree pan and tilt movements.
COMING SOON! The Roll Axis is a 360continuous roll system. Fits standard Mini-Motes without any additional wiring or modifications. Can be operated by foot pedals or a separate wheel
Control Options
The Mini-Mote can also be controlled via our standard film industry wheels control.
The C.A.T. encoded fluid head control system (pan-bar) works great with the Mini-Mote.
The Mini-Mote video desk controls all the features of the head and camera with just one operator. Now a single operator can control pan, tilt, focus and zoom with ease and simplicity
Accessories
The Preston F.I.Z. Focus System works with the Mini-Mote and is available for sale from N.S.I.
The Weather Protection System is an optional accessory for inclement outdoor use.
The Mini-Mote Expander Kit allows for the use of large camera and lens combinations weighing up to 190 pounds (86 kg). The large (10") or the small (6") riser is used to achieve the optimum configuration for the camera and lens being used
On Location
The Mini-mote on a camera crane
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Head Axes
- Pan& Tilt: 360° continuous, 0-150°/sec.
- Overslung - Underslung - Horizontal
Head Weight
- 44 lbs. or 50 lbs. with expander kit
Max. Camera Weight
- 60 lbs. or 190 lbs. with expander kit.
"S.A.S." Stabilization Option Specs
- 3 axis low bandwidth stabilization
- Backpan and target tracking: Automatic
- Selectable amounts of stabilization as required.
- Standard: 200 mm film lens stabilized
Head Control
- Wheels, joystick, Pan bar
Environmental
- -22° F to 120° F
Power Requirements
- 18-28 VDC (3A max)
- Generator, battery, AC
Setup Time
- 30 minutes
Technician Required
- Yes or trained A.C.
Cameras Accepted
- All film, video and HI-DEF
Wireless
- 3rd party microwave, RF, etc.
Lens Control
- Preston FI+Z
Mini-Mote Gallery