Veracity control wheels for gimbal operators using RC transmitters

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2014Off Topic forum

12 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

Control wheels connect to RC transmitter trainer ports and convert rotary input into digital data streams that replace joystick signals for gimbal operation.
The Veracity wheels add no system latency because all processing occurs within a single data package heartbeat timeframe.
Gimbal accuracy depends on the gimbal's own sensor capabilities, not on the control interface, since gimbals like the Movi use gyro feedback without direct position feedback on camera axes.
An open-loop system like the Jimmy Jib cannot maintain precise wheel-to-camera relationships because there is no feedback about actual camera position or movement, only torque limiting.
Achieving exact wheel-to-camera axis relationships requires closed-loop servo systems with encoder or resolver feedback mounted directly on individual axis drive trains, which are heavier and more expensive.
The Veracity design prioritizes precision through hand-machined wheels instead of off-the-shelf components, adjustable counterweights for balance, and high-resolution encoders to create better operator feel.
Sensitivity adjustment knobs on individual wheels scale output independently, and a zero button allows wheel offset to match the RC transmitter's zero reading.

Gimbals like the Movi cannot provide the same precision coupling between wheel and camera as high-end heads with direct encoder feedback because they lack position feedback on camera axes.
System latency varies by RC transmitter model, ranging from as low as 10ms to much higher, which affects overall control responsiveness.
The Veracity system was designed for operators who prefer traditional geared head feel over RC joystick operation and will perform differently depending on gimbal type and settings.
Comparisons to other third-party systems like Hurricane wheels and Bartech focus interface systems were mentioned but not thoroughly evaluated in the discussion.