P-3D Mover
P-3D Mover: Automated RealD 3D Positioning System
CinemaNext's P-3D Mover is a motorised device that automatically positions RealD 3D units in front of the projector lens for 3D presentations and retracts them for 2D screenings. By automating the switch between 2D and 3D modes, the P-3D Mover eliminates manual filter handling, ensures accurate and repeatable positioning, and saves projection staff time in cinemas programming mixed 2D and 3D content.
What Is the P-3D Mover and How Does It Work?
The P-3D Mover is a motorised device that places RealD 3D units into 3D position, directly in front of the lens, and returns them to 2D position, away from the lens. This automation removes the need for staff to manually reposition the 3D polarisation unit between screenings, a task that traditionally required physical access to the projector between shows.
The system can be triggered three ways: automatically by the cinema server through scheduled playlists, remotely via Ethernet through a web browser, or manually using push buttons located on the P-3D Mover chassis itself. The pushbutton controls provide 2D position, 3D position, and reset position functions for direct local operation. A gear motor encoder ensures the unit reaches accurate and repeatable 3D and 2D positions every time, maintaining consistent image quality across all presentations.
Simple Installation and Manual Operation
The P-3D Mover is designed for straightforward installation, working coupled to the XL-Core guides. It is compatible with RealD XL and XLW 3D systems and mechanically compatible with all DCI projectors and pedestals, making it suitable for a wide range of cinema installations.
When manual operation is required, the P-3D Mover can be quickly released from the XL-Core guides without the need for any tools, allowing technical staff to operate it by hand for maintenance or testing. This tool-free release simplifies servicing whilst maintaining the precision of automated positioning during normal operation.
Web Interface for Monitoring and Control
The P-3D Mover includes a web-based administration interface accessible over the network. The Motor control page provides direct commands for 2D and 3D positioning, forward and backward movement, fine adjustment, and stop functions, along with the ability to set and store the precise 2D and 3D positions. The interface displays current position values, device up-time, serial number, and firmware version for straightforward monitoring.
A separate Configuration page manages the device's network settings, including MAC address, host name, IP address, DHCP options, gateway, and TCP port, along with NTP time synchronisation settings. This networked control allows the P-3D Mover to integrate into cinema management systems and be operated remotely across a projection estate.
Technical Characteristics
The P-3D Mover offers 3D system compatibility with RealD XL and XLW units and mechanical compatibility with all DCI projectors and pedestals. Triggering options include DCI servers, web browser, or local pushbuttons, with pushbutton controls for 2D position, 3D position, and reset position.
The device uses a 1.7 Nm motor with a leadscrew mechanical actuator, running on 220V AC with a power consumption of 60W. Connectivity is via RJ-45 Ethernet. The unit weighs 16.7 kg with dimensions of 853 mm x 322 mm x 148.5 mm.
P-3D Mover: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the P-3D Mover used for?
The P-3D Mover is a motorised device that automatically positions RealD 3D units in front of the projector lens for 3D screenings and retracts them for 2D screenings. It eliminates the manual handling of 3D polarisation units between shows, ensuring consistent, repeatable positioning whilst saving projection staff time in cinemas that programme both 2D and 3D content.
How is the P-3D Mover triggered?
The P-3D Mover can be triggered three ways: automatically by the cinema server through scheduled playlists, remotely via Ethernet using a web browser, or manually using push buttons on the device chassis. The pushbuttons provide 2D position, 3D position, and reset position controls for direct local operation.
Which 3D systems and projectors is the P-3D Mover compatible with?
The P-3D Mover is compatible with RealD XL and XLW 3D systems and is mechanically compatible with all DCI projectors and pedestals. It works coupled to the XL-Core guides, making it suitable for a wide range of digital cinema installations.
How does the P-3D Mover ensure accurate positioning?
The P-3D Mover features a gear motor encoder that enables it to reach accurate and repeatable 3D and 2D positions consistently. Operators can set and store precise 2D and 3D positions through the web interface, ensuring the RealD unit returns to exactly the correct alignment for every presentation and maintaining consistent image quality.
Can the P-3D Mover be operated manually?
Yes. The P-3D Mover can be quickly released from the XL-Core guides without any tools, allowing staff to operate it manually when needed for maintenance or testing. Local pushbuttons on the chassis also provide direct 2D, 3D, and reset controls without requiring network access.
How is the P-3D Mover controlled remotely?
The P-3D Mover includes a web-based administration interface accessible over the network via its RJ-45 Ethernet connection. The interface provides motor control (positioning, movement, and stop functions), position storage, and status monitoring including up-time, serial number, and firmware version, plus configuration of network and NTP time settings.
What are the power requirements for the P-3D Mover?
The P-3D Mover runs on 220V AC with a power consumption of 60W. It uses a 1.7 Nm motor with a leadscrew actuator and connects via RJ-45 Ethernet. The unit weighs 16.7 kg with dimensions of 853 x 322 x 148.5 mm.
Why choose automated 3D positioning over manual switching?
Automated positioning with the P-3D Mover reduces the human error associated with manual filter placement, ensures consistent 3D image quality across all presentations, and saves staff time previously spent accessing the projector between shows. For cinemas programming mixed 2D and 3D content throughout the day, this automation removes the most labour-intensive aspect of passive 3D operation whilst preserving the image quality advantages of RealD passive 3D technology.
Why Choose the CinemaNext P-3D Mover?
The P-3D Mover reflects CinemaNext's engineering expertise in cinema automation, developed to solve a practical operational challenge faced by any cinema screening both 2D and 3D content. By automating RealD 3D positioning with accurate, repeatable, encoder-controlled movement, the P-3D Mover improves presentation consistency, reduces staff workload, and integrates cleanly into networked cinema management through its Ethernet interface and server triggering.
Compatible with RealD XL and XLW systems and all DCI projectors and pedestals, the P-3D Mover suits both traditional projection booths and modern boothless installations. To learn more about integrating the P-3D Mover into your projection setup, contact your local CinemaNext team for compatibility guidance and installation support.