Venice Cage - Professional video camera Tilta - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Protective cage and power distribution system for Sony VENICE
Brand	Tilta
Model	Venice Cage
Compatibility	Sony VENICE
Material	Aluminium
Battery mount	Gold Mount or V-Mount plate depending on configuration
Power input	LEMO 6-pin male connector (ECG.2B.306.CLL)
Input voltage	11.5 - 17 V DC or 22 - 32 V DC
Outputs 11.5 - 17 V DC	2x LEMO 2-pin, 1x P-Tap, 2x Fischer 3-pin
Max current on 12 V outputs	3.0 A per connector
24 V output	1x Fischer 3-pin, 24 V DC, 2.5 A max
TTL serial port	LEMO 7-pin, TX/RX, auxiliary 5 A max
Start/stop trigger	Active-low GPI dry contact (short pin 3 to pin 1)
Electronic protection	Reverse polarity, ESD, undervoltage, overvoltage, overcurrent
Nucleus-M compatibility	Yes, via TTL serial port
Accessory mounts	Threaded holes for accessory mounting (1/4'' and 3/8'')
Weight	Approximately 0.9 kg
Maintenance	Clean with a dry, soft cloth
Repairability	Aluminum design, spare parts available
Warranty	Standard manufacturer warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - Venice Cage Tilta

What is the main function of the Tilta Venice Cage?

The Tilta Venice Cage is a protective and power distribution system for the Sony VENICE camera. It allows mounting a Gold Mount or V-Mount battery and provides several power outputs for accessories.

What types of batteries are compatible?

The plate includes a Gold Mount or V-Mount version depending on the chosen model. Use batteries compatible with these mounts.

What input voltages are accepted?

The camera accepts an input voltage of 11.5 to 17 V DC or 22 to 32 V DC via the LEMO 6-pin connector.

How to trigger recording remotely?

Use the Fischer 3-pin RS connectors by shorting pin 3 (GPI) to pin 1 (ground). The trigger is of the active-low dry contact type.

What is the maximum load on the 12 V outputs?

Each 12 V output (LEMO 2-pin, P-Tap, Fischer) supports a maximum current of 3.0 A.

Can I use the 24 V output to power accessories?

Yes, the 24V RS connector provides 24 V DC with a maximum current of 2.5 A, and also includes a trigger.

How to connect a Nucleus-M motorization system?

The TTL serial port (LEMO 7-pin) allows communication with the Nucleus-M for focus and zoom control.

Does the plate protect the camera against overvoltages?

Yes, it includes a power conditioner that protects against reverse polarity, electrostatic discharges, undervoltages, overvoltages and overcurrents.

What maintenance does the Tilta Venice Cage require?

Simply cleaning with a dry, soft cloth is sufficient. Avoid aggressive solvents and regularly check the condition of the connectors.

Is the cage repairable in case of malfunction?

Yes, the robust aluminum construction and standard connectors allow easy repair. Spare parts are available from Tilta.

USER MANUAL Venice Cage Tilta

READ BEFORE YOU SHOOT

Read this operation guide carefully and in its entirety before assembling or operating your camera.

Figure: Gold Mount Adapter Plate for VENICE (Left); and V-Mount Adapter Plate for VENICE (Right)

Solid battery adapter made of aluminum. The Power Splitting box is a proven battery solution featuring various industry standard accessory power connectors. The Power Splitting box can be attached to the Battery DC input of VENICE(Square-shaped 5pin connector).

AUXOUT

Figure: Front Face of AUX PWR Connector (Looking at the Camera)

The 2-pin 0B LEMO connector (LEMO EEG.0B.302.CLL) supplies unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17.0 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 3.0 A.

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	GROUND	Common ground	N/A
2	+11.5 to +17 VDC	+11.5 to 17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power	Out

Figure: (+) 11.5 to 17.0 VDC RS Connector (Looking at the Connector)

The two (2) Fischer 3-pin 102 connectors supply unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17.0 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 3.0 A. Each connector also includes a start/stop trigger input.
To operate the GPI contact closure style trigger, short Pin 3 (GPI) to Pin 1 (ground).
WARNING: DO NOT apply voltage to Pin 3 (GPI).

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	GROUND	Common ground	N/A
2	+11.5 to +17 VDC	+11.5 to 17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power	Out
3	Trigger	Active Low to start/stop record (3.3V pull up)	In

Figure: 24V RS (Looking at the Connector)

The Battery plate Production Module features one 24V RS (run/stop) connector. The Fischer 3-pin 102 connector supplies a combined 24V power out at a maximum sustained current draw of 2.5A. Each connector also includes a start/stop trigger input.

To operate the GPI contact closure style trigger, short Pin 3 (GPI) to Pin 1 (ground).

WARNING: DO NOT apply voltage to Pin 3 (GPI).

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	GROUND	Common ground	N/A
2	+24 V OUT	+24 V out, 2.5A max (shared between the connectors)	Out
3	Trigger	Active Low to start/stop record (3.3V pull up)	In

CONTACT CLOSURE STYLE TRIGGER BUTTON CIRCUIT (24V RS)

The diagram below shows the contact closure style trigger button circuit on the 24V RS connector.

Figure: Contact Closure Style Trigger Button Circuit Diagram (24V RS)

POWER PORTS

Battery DC Input Square-shaped 5pin connector DC IN LEMO ECG.2B.306.CLL 6pin (male)

The 6-pin 2B LEMO connector(LEMO ECG.2B.306.CLL) accepts DC input power from (+)11.5 V DC to 17.0 VDC or (+)22 V DC to 32 VDC. A built-in power conditioner protects against reverse-polarity connections, electrostatic discharge (ESD), undervoltage, overvoltage, and overcurrent.

Figure: Front Face of the DC In Power Input Connector (Looking at the Camera)

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	+VBATT Power	input, +12 to +17 V DC/+22 to 32 VDC	In
2	+VBATT Power	input, +12 to +17 V DC/+22 to 32 VDC	In
3	GROUND	Power return (camera ground)	N/A
4	GROUND	Power return (camera ground)	N/A
5	N/A	No connection (NC)	N/A
6	N/A	No connection (NC)	N/A

NOTE: When connecting a cable to a connector, align the key and red marker on the cable connector with the corresponding key and marker on the device connection.

Figure: Tiltta Production TACTICAL TOP PLATE

AUX POWER (P-TAP)

Figure: P-Tap Connector (Looking at Camera)

The AUX power out connector features an industry-standard P-Tap connector and supplies conditioned VBATT at a maximum of 3.0A of power.

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	GROUND	Common ground	N/A
2	+11.5 to +17 VDC	+11.5 to 17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power	Out

Figure: Front Face of AUX PWR Connector (Looking at the Camera)

The two (2) 2-pin 0B LEMO connectors (LEMO EEG.0B.302.CLL) supply unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17.0 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 3.0A.

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION

1 GROUND Common ground N/A

2 +11.5 to +17 VDC +11.5 to 17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power Out

Figure: (+) 11.5 to 17.0 VDC RS Connector (Looking at the Connector)

The two (2) Fischer 3-pin 102 connectors supply unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17.0 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 3.0A. Each connector also includes a start/stop trigger input.
To operate the GPI contact closure style trigger, short Pin 3 (GPI) to Pin 1 (ground).
WARNING: DO NOT apply voltage to Pin 3 (GPI).

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	GROUND	Common ground	N/A
2	+11.5 to +17 VDC	+11.5 to 17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power	Out
3	Trigger	Active Low to start/stop record	In

SERIAL (TTL CONTROL)

The top plate features a SERIAL connector. The 7-pin OB LEMO SERIAL connector supports TTL RX, TTL TX. The connector also offers auxiliary power out, with a maximum sustained current draw of 5.0A. The connector on the cable communicates with Nucleus-M.

Figure: Front Face of the SERIAL (TTL) Connector (Looking at the Camera) SERIAL CONNECTOR

PIN	SIGNAL	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTION
1	TTL TX	TTL TX	Out
2	GND	Camera ground	N/A
3	N/A	No connection (NC)	N/A
4	TTL RX	TTL RX	In
5	AUX OUT	+11.5 to +17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power	Out
6	AUX OUT	+11.5 to +17 VDC unregulated battery pass-through power	Out
7	GND	Camera ground	N/A