Nettmann Systems International

2012-01-06T13:04:00.001-08:00

The Nettmann Stab-C , Stab-C COMPACT and the Super-G aerial cinematography system are to be honored with a Science & Engineering Academy Award® for its contribution to the motion picture industry.

http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105.html

And the Oscar goes to.....

2011-12-14T20:57:00.000-08:00

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has awarded Bob Nettmannand the Nettmann Systems team a Scientific and Engineering Award for the design and development of Stab-C range of stabilizing heads, The Stab-C Classic ,The Super G and The Stab-C Compact. This is Bob Nettmann's fourth Academy Award.. We look forward to the award ceremony in Feburary.

ACS France - the 3D, Super-G, and 4 Cameras

2011-09-09T10:23:00.001-07:00

ACSFrance using the Nettmann Super-G 3D and two additional cameras have just completed a documentary in which the entire coastline of France and Corsica were recorded. The total job required over 100 hours of helicopter time, three pilots and 35 hours of operating time by Mike Darby.

Introducting the Super-G 3D

2011-07-14T11:00:00.000-07:00

Nettmann is proud to introduce the Super G 3D for 2011. The new wide cradle can easily accommodate a variety of 2 camera setups, as well as the Pace Fusion 3D rig allowing for on the fly interocular and convergence angle changes. The cradle is almost 20% wider and accepts payloads measuring just over 14”. Also we didn’t just widen the cradle we made it stronger with more than four times the power than a normal Super G cradle.

The payload width has increased while stabilization has been further improved with superior gyros that even have the benefit of not being on the ITAR export restriction list. The open architecture of our head allows easy access to all parts of the camera.

The Super-G 3D comes paired with our new GPS aided Horizon Control Unit which allows this system to take your creativity to a whole new level for your aerial cinematography needs without the need to ride the horizon joystick.

Please contact us for availability, pricing, and other details.

Accepting orders for next batch of Stab-C Compacts

2011-07-14T10:57:00.000-07:00

We here at Nettmann Systems have been working feverishly getting our new fleet of Compacts up and running. Our COMPACT is one of the most advanced gyro stabilized remote heads on the market, offering 5 axis stabilization in a light weight platform. It can be used on many types of camera cranes, camera cars, cable supports, descender rigs, telescopic cranes, and helicopters producing stable images throughout a typical 25-250mm (film lens) zoom range.

Our network of representatives around the globe work together to insure that your production’s needs are always filled. This Nettmann network allows our global partners to take on larger jobs that require multiple pieces of gear that they can access from other Nettmann representatives.

If you are interested in acquiring a Stab-C COMPACT for your rental house please contact us at your earliest convenience as these will not last long.

Kenworthy/Nettmann Snorkel Systems

2011-07-14T10:29:00.000-07:00

The Kenworthy/Nettmann Snorkel System has been a problem-solver since its debut. The remote use of a periscopic lens and miniature tilting mirror allows your creativity to come to life and literally think outside the box.

The periscope of the camera gives you fluid movement in difficult, hard to reach places such as stationary or moving vehicles, and in tight spaces where a normal camera can't travel such as the inside of a telephone booth, shower stall or miniature sets. It is a remote image-taking system with operator and camera components removed from the shooting area. Most productions will try to use a standard 2 axis head with a periscopic lens where you need to tilt down 90 degrees to achieve your shot - which results in losing your ability to tilt.

Another advantage of our Snorkel System is that your operator retains all functions of the camera's movement, tilt, pan and roll. These functions all happen on the prism as if it were perfectly nodal. These systems work extremely well with the new ALEXA or RED digital cameras. There is nearly no learning curve with the K/N Snorkel - it just works.

We are selling reconditioned Snorkel Systems for $45,000 together with a 2 year parts and labor warranty. Please contact us for further details.

Nettmann selling reconditioned Cam-Remotes

2011-07-13T17:26:00.000-07:00

The original work horse of the industry the Cam Remote has been a money maker since it’s debut. Precision construction and the finest materials have made this head remarkable reliable and virtually unstoppable. The Cam Remote can support payloads of 100 pounds as well as 3D rigs. The modular construction has made the Cam Remote ever expandable. We are also offering the third dutch axis for sale for $9,000. This head is incredible easy to set up in under 30 minutes.

We have decided to sell off a few of our Cam Remotes for the price of $25,000 each. All Cam-Remotes have been reconditioned by our highly trained staff here at Nettmann Systems International and come with a 3 year parts and labor warranty. If you are interested in purchasing one of the finest non stabilized remote heads on the planet at a bargain price contact us today for the details.

The Roland-Garos French Open by ACS France featuring Nettmann

2011-06-14T07:54:00.000-07:00

A big congratulations to our European partners ACS France who once again utilized Nettmann stabilized heads to pull off a turnkey cinematography solution for the French Open. The Nettmann 5 axis stabilized Mini-C was used on the overhead CableCam to give viewers a bird's eye view of the stadium. The shot took months of planning and preparation, but was a great success. Thank you to Luc Poullain and the entire ACS France team.

Flights with the Avengers

2011-04-04T16:18:00.000-07:00

Marvel Comics, "The Avengers":
Nettmann Systems has just completed a very successful VectorVision, Lear Jet, 3 Arri Alexa camera shoot. Cameras were fitted in the Nose Cone, Upper periscope and Lower periscope. Image quality was outstanding. DP: David Nowell. Tech: Scott Smith. Camera Lear Jet by Wolfe Air.

Used Cam-Remotes for sale

2011-03-07T15:35:00.000-08:00

Grips, Own your own bulletproof remote head The Cam-Remote, an extremely rugged and highly reliable remotely controlled camera head. Put it on your truck as part of your rental package, and increase your income. Can handle the largest of 3D rigs. 2 or 3 axis head; Can accept any camera; It works, and works, and works. Used Cam-Remotes start off at $25,000, and includes a 90 day warranty. Call today and start making money.

http://www.camerasystems.com/camremote.htm

Super-G, the stabilized aerial camera system, now proven with an “Absolute Level Horizon” feature

2011-02-23T11:02:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems International, the innovator of open architecture stabilized camera systems, has now upgraded all Super-G aerial systems with a new feature, “Absolute Level Horizon”.

For years, an absolute level horizon has been nearly impossible to capture, as the sensor systems on the market were not suited for the dynamics of rotary aircraft. Helicopter crabbing, lateral accelerations and tight cornering confused the sensors, resulting in an unlevel horizon. Even world class ENG gimbals like the Gyron 935 and the Cineflex have suffered from this problem as the centrifugal force of tight cornering causes the roll axis to no longer be level with the horizon.

Nettmann Systems has now conquered this standard aerial dilemma with our H.C.U. (Horizon Control Unit). This sensor package, developed by the engineering team at Nettmann Systems, incorporates specialty sensors, state-of-the-art software and GPS location tracking to offset all level horizon problems associated with the extreme dynamics of aerial cinematography. The H.C.U. is now a standard on all Super-G systems, and there is no increase in the rental fee associated with this improvement.

The H.C.U. has already been used on such productions as Mission Impossible 4, Fast and Furious 5, Black Thirst, JPL/NASA Mars Lander tests, Hawaiian Tourist Board, B-4 Banks, Heineken, Carlsberg, Mitsubishi, Atlas Shrugged, and China Soaring, including aerial coordinators such as Marc Wolf, Jeremy Braben,Craig Hosking and Cliff Fleming; and operators Ron Hersey, Matthew Traub, Reed Smoot and Adam Dale to name a few.

Nettmann Systems, for the last 40 years, has been at the forefront of every aerial cinematography and robotic camera innovation, and continues to this day with its ever-expanding product line and engineering team, dedicated to bringing cinematographers the tools required to get their award winning shots.

Call today to book you next aerial shot with the Super-G.

Super-G Satisfies the Black Thirst

2011-01-04T07:30:00.000-08:00

The Super-G Aerial Camera System just finished filming a French movie in Tunisia on a Huey Helicopter. Name of the movie is "Black Thirst " starring Antonio Banderas, directed by Jean Jacques Annau. The director and DP were stunned at the incredibly stable images, absolute level horizon and fast flight speeds.

Panthers, Pittsburgh and the Nettmann Pinpoint

2011-01-04T07:20:00.000-08:00

The Nettmann 3 Axis stabilized remote head, the PINPOINT, shines at the Panthers vs Pittsburgh Steelers game. The Newly styled PINPOINT head and CableCam provided excellent coverage of the Steelers game on the 23rd of December 2010. This game was enjoyed by millions of viewers. The action capture of the game and responsiveness of the PINPOINT from the CableCam system impressed the game TV director and crew. Demo DVD available for prospective buyers of the PINPOINT.

Warning: Use of Nettmann COMPACT could result in an Emmy Award.

2010-12-27T07:37:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems congratulates Cinematographer Brian Lataille on receiving an Emmy for his camera work on The 25th Anniversary Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Concert for HBO. Brian was operating the Nettmann stabilized head the Stab-C COMPACT provided by our East Coast representative ACE East. Brian attributes much of his success to the stability, controllability, and reliability of the COMPACT. He states: “There is no better head for high speed track shots. I was able to get every shot that was demanded of me, set up for the shot, bam, got the shot, high speed traverse to the other side of the track, set up, bam, got the shot, every single time; the COMPACT is awesome.” Congratulations Brian and we look forward to your future Emmy Awards.

The Kenworthy/Nettmann Snorkel shines in the HD age!

2010-08-16T08:37:00.000-07:00

Fred Elmes, ASC, chose the K/N Snorkel with the Arriflex HD Alexa Camera, to shoot the Miniatures for LG Vacuum Cleaners.

Using a 75 mm Prime on the Alexa gave an effective focal length at the Mirror of 18 mm. The resolution through the optical relay was great and Fred Elmes commented, "This is the only and best piece of equipment we could have used for this shoot."

STAB-C COMPACT SHOOTS 3D FORTHE MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG GULLWING

2010-08-12T06:06:00.000-07:00

Jeremy Braben of Helicopter Film Services UK, was chosen to provide equipment for a Mercedes Benz commercial shoot.

Both Director of Photography David Boyle and the agency wanted to shoot this amazing car in 3 D. A tracking vehicle and a helicopter were utilized in conjunction with the Nettmann Stab-C COMPACT to capture the 3 D images. The COMPACT was fitted with two High Definition cameras and lenses. With the versatility and controllability of the COMPACT, stabilized footage was obtained from both air and ground. The results are outstanding and will be shown during the Liverpool vs Arsenal soccer game on Sunday August 15, 2010.

Palace of Versailles, 16 HD cameras stabilized by the COMPACT

2010-08-09T12:07:00.000-07:00

The STAB-C COMPACT with a payload of 16 HI-DEF cameras, soars over the Palace of Versailles. The camera payload and its mirrors were developed by a French COMPACT technician. The package is designed to put the viewer in the center of a sphere of seamless images. This project is a joint venture of ACS France and Cablecam and the images will be used at the new "Visitors Center" at the Palace.

Nettmann Systems News - July 2010

2010-07-26T08:52:00.001-07:00

The Cam-Remote and the Mini-Mote, still staples of the Nettmann product line, continue to sell to customers around the world. NSI is building new Mini-Motes with a Fiber Optic slip ring in the Pan Axis, and are rebuilding the Cam-Remotes into lookalike Mini-Motes, also with that Fiber Optic slip ring in the base. Please call for price and delivery.

We will shortly have the long awaited Roll Axis for the popular Mini-Mote. This unit will retrofit all existing Mini-Motes and Cam Remotes out in the field, or still for sale.

The new GPS assisted Vertical Gyro is proving to be a success. This Gyro gives both the Stab-C and Super G perfect horizon references which the operator can choose to use if he prefers not to steer the roll axis during a take. Unlike NSI’s competition, this unique Vertical Gyro reference is ITAR free and is not subject to export restrictions.

The Super G was once again chosen to provide valuable data during airborne tests for the JPL Mars Lander program. The modular design of all Nettmann’s systems allows our customers the ability to change a gimbal to accept irregular shapes and weights such as the instrumentation package, which JPL and other Aero space agencies have presented to us.

We have undertaken to build more COMPACTS during the following months. The COMPACT has proven to be a fine multipurpose stabilized head for both ground and airborne work.

Helicopter Film Services Ltd in the UK, continues to use the COMPACT for 3D aerial work, using a 32 inch inner ocular distance between the RED cameras. This separation is proving to give a true 3D effect above 1000 ft. The COMPACT and the Super G are the only systems on the market that can support and fly this special wide camera package.

Nettmann Systems dominates the 2010 Winter Olympics

2010-03-16T09:07:00.000-07:00

When the Olympic Broadcast Services Vancouver (OBSV) needed the most advanced stabilized camera equipment on the market, they naturally called on the premiere camera support service provider ACS France. ACS France supplied superior image capturing services using a wide range of Nettmann stabilized camera heads for the 2010 Winter Olympic games. The need for stabilized camera equipment was so great that ACS France used the Nettmann Agent network and received other equipment from Helicopter Film Services in the U.K. and R-T-S in Germany.

At every turn, Nettmann gyro-stabilized camera heads provided the very foundation for the incredible array of images broadcast to viewers worldwide. The industry renowned Stab-C COMPACT stabilized head was used by Helicopter Film Services on a high speed track system supplied by ACS UK for the opening and closing ceremonies, while a large number of Nettmann stabilized systems were used for the Snowboarding Cross competition - a single event. Two long span Cablecams were image stabilized by the Stab-C COMPACT and PINPOINT, while three high speed rail systems provided by ACS France and R-T-S track systems, each used either Stab-C COMPACTS or Mini-C stabilized heads to provide optimal camera stabilization while shooting.

Viewers were treated to a bird’s eye view of the Biathlon event, with Cablecam providing overhead shots using the Stab-C COMPACT, while ACS France and R-T-S provided Stab-C COMPACTS and high speed rail systems.

The winter Olympics was a complete success and we thank ACS France and each one of our international agents for their continued service and dedication.

3D Aerials Shots - Only from Nettmann Systems

2010-01-04T20:41:00.000-08:00

Street Dancer" Stereographer,Max Penner, just finished shooting 3D aerials in London using the COMPACT with the RED cameras set at 32 inches apart.

Anything less than that,such as the normal 5 inch interocular distance, does not allow you to get the 3D effect above 1000 Feet.

Our COMPACT system and my Super G are the only aerials systems that can carry this unique Da-Vinci camera package from Helicopter Film Services.

Nettmann Systems Welcomes AerialFilm, NZ

2010-01-04T20:13:00.001-08:00

AerialFilm New Zealand is the newest member of the Nettmann family.

AerialFilm NZ is based in the alpine resort and popular screen production base of Queenstown, a town where helicopters are a common form of transport amidst the stunning landscape.

The founders of AerialFilm NZ have spent thousands of hours originating media from helicopters across a wide range of genre including theatrical features, commercials, and documentary as well as high end corporate jobs. Some of these projects required a stabilised aerial camera system and to meet this demand on a case by case basis, the principals brought in a Super G or Stab C from LAX

During the filming of 10,000BC film pilot Fred North suggested AerialFilm acquire their own unit from Nettmann System International and following meetings with Nettmann the company decided to proceed with a Stab C Compact. The first month has seen the system used for three weeks on a car commercial with a 435 + Optimo 17-80 lens as well as on a corporate project using a Red One + Angeneux 25-250 lens.

AerialFilm have an exclusive arrangement for the Stab C Compact in Australasia. Prior to the AerialFilm offering, projects requiring a high end stabilised system were forced to import from the USA which increased costs significantly and meant the system was cost prohibitive for most projects other than high end TVCs and Features.

The system is based in Queenstown helicopter company; Glacier Southern Lakes, hangar and can be mounted on any Squirrel or A Star of the clients choice.

AerialFilm offer an experienced team of cinematographers, film pilots and technicians. In addition to the aerial work the company has been receiving a steady stream of enquiries for tracking vehicle and marine mount options.

Further details at:

www.aerialfilm.co.nz

Nettmann Now Rents Helicopter Brackets

2010-01-04T11:27:00.001-08:00

The AirFilm Camera Systems brackets for the AS350 & AS355 helicopter have been added to the rental inventory of N.S.I. Priced at $500.00/day, 4 day week, these brackets are available to production or owner/operator of the Aerospatiale helicopter.

Nettmann's New Hi-Def Gimbal

2010-01-04T11:23:00.000-08:00

NETTMANN SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL has completed the rebuild of a ‘Gyron 935 Plus’ for David Baillie of Wildcat Films. This rebuild accommodates the Sony F23/F35 Hi Def camera. The gimbal has been renamed the ‘Cine-G’. Nettmann will follow up with a modular ‘Cine-G’ in the early part of 2010.

Nettmann Stab-C, Stabilizes Any Payload

2009-10-31T11:26:00.000-07:00

“Randy Greer Jr and Atlantic Cine Equipment proves that the Stab-C system can handle any payload including the LEKO 850 Watt HMI light.

The Stab-C, a long-time favorite of JPL for testing their Mars and Lunar descent vehicle programs, has now shown its multitasking capabilities to the movie industry. The Stab-C, like its brothers the Super G and the Stab-C Compact, can be used for stabilizing payloads for airborne, ground based and marine productions.”

818 365 4286 - Our New Phone Number

2009-09-01T19:23:00.000-07:00

We have just completed our headquarters move to a brand new research and development facility.

Our new address is:

1026 Griswold Ave.
San Fernando, CA 91340

Phone: 818 365-4286
Fax: 818 361-6982

ITAR FREE - No Export Delays

2009-06-05T07:02:00.000-07:00

Nettmann's stabilization systems are I.T.A.R. free and are approved by the US State Department to travel around the world without fear of prosecution of the studios or technical persons that accompany the systems.

We are Moving!!!!

2009-06-05T06:58:00.001-07:00

Nettmann Systems International prides itself on offering the best, most reliable stabilized cinematography systems in the film industry.

In order to accommodate the growing demand for our products, we have purchased a larger design, engineering and manufacturing facility, headquartered in the quaint City of San Fernando, California – just a few minutes away from Burbank and Hollywood.

Please check back for details on our upcoming open house later in the year.

VISIT US AT CINE GEAR 2009!

2009-06-04T22:58:00.000-07:00

We will be located in booth 117 at the Cine Gear Expo, Los Angeles this June 5-6, 2009.

We will be demonstrating our new COMPACT Stabilized Remote Head, and our world renowned Super-G Aerial Cinematography System. Both of these systems are now upgradeable to the world’s first 3D aerial cinematography.

3D airborne cinematography has arrived. With interocular distances of up to 32”, Nettmann Systems offers the world’s first stabilized 3D aerial camera system, providing the cinematic world with 3D images never before seen.
The Nettmann 3D Aerial Cinematography System packages dual RED ONE Cameras in a 5 axis fully stabilized camera gimbal, weighing in at 120 lbs fully loaded.

The 3D rig for the COMPACT was designed and tested by Nettmann partners, HFS, in the UK, can travel at airspeeds of 90 knots and is fully operational at speeds of up to 60 knots.

Nettmann Systems International prides itself on always being on the cutting-edge of camera support and stabilization, and offers the strongest stabilization on the market today. Some believe the future of cinema is 3D. The future of 3D Aerial Cinematography is with Nettmann Systems International.

Rental systems are currently available in Los Angeles, and the U.K. with Helicopter Film Services. Call us at (818) 623-1661 or visit www.CameraSystems.com for more information.

Exciting RED ONE camera news - Coming Soon

2009-02-08T08:05:00.001-08:00

Nettmann Systems and the RED ONE camera....you won't believe your eyes.
ComingSoon.

COMPACT - World's Latest Stabilized Aerial Cinematography System

2009-02-07T18:04:00.001-08:00

In early January of this year, on a beautiful day in London our latest stabilized camera system the Stab-C COMPACT was put through its paces mounted to a Eurocopter (AStar) AS350 helicopter for its first aerial flight tests, having proven itself as a ground based unit on the Beijing Olympics.

Flights test of the new COMPACT outfitted with the Arriflex D21®, or RED ONE® have been extremely successful. The system is able to stabilize any camera, with a full range of film lenses, with zero jitter. The 80 lb COMPACT outfitted with the Arriflex D21® camera can exceed helicopter transits speeds of over 100 knots, and fully operational shooting speeds of over 90 knots.

The COMPACT and a digital film camera is the perfect combination for the most demanding digital cinematography shoots, as the COMPACT’s light weight, and the magazine-less digital camera, gives the most continuous flight/shooting time of any aerial system currently available.

The COMPACT is engineered with a fiber optic slipring in the pan axis to allow full uncompressed data streaming from the digital camera to the in-cabin RAM recorder, while not wrapping cables.

Nettmann Systems provides the only aerial mounts that can stabilize the Arriflex D21®, the Panavision Genesis®, or multiple RED ONE® cameras while giving the Director of Photography full steerability over the Pan, Tilt and Roll camera angles.

The COMPACT is now available from our headquarters in Hollywood, S.Crew in Japan, and Helicopter Film Services in the U.K.

Not just RED ONE, but RED TWO.

2008-12-10T22:21:00.000-08:00

Our aerial mount Stab-C recently completed a 3D production utilizing two RED-ONE cameras. The cameras were mounted side-by-side on our open architecture stabilized camera system, the Stab-C, mounted to an A-Star helicopter. The pictures are courtesy of our East Coast agents ACE who fitted the cameras to the mount which they lovingly called Wall-E. Bring your RED ONE camera to us and we will stabilize it air, land or sea, heck- bring TWO if you got them.

SUPER-G's Encore

2008-12-10T21:27:00.000-08:00

Our aerial camera system the Super-G, recently completed the Brett Ratner directed commercial for the grand opening of "Encore", the new casino owned by Steve Wynn in Las Vegas.

The Super-G, and helicopter pilot Fred North, pulled off the original ground breaking commercial three years ago and we are proud to have been asked for a complete encore. Please view the Commercial and the Behind the Scenes videos.

PINPOINT on the Canadian Grey Cup, Eh?

2008-12-10T21:26:00.001-08:00

Cablecam, armed with their PinPoint stabilized camera system, just completed the Grey Cup for Canadian Football with rousing success. The upgraded PinPoint was operated by Aaron Fitzgerald for his third year on the event. Congratulations to Cablecam and Aaron on your success with our smallest stabilized camera system.

Photo by Josh Helling

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show – 4th year in a row

2008-12-10T21:22:00.000-08:00

Our 5-Axis stabilized camera system the Mini-C, paired with a high speed track system from RTS, completed this famed fashion show for the 4^th year in a row. We congratulate ACE and RTS on their success with the shoot, and look forward to another year - lucky guys.

Nettmann Systems supplies the best shots at the 2008 Beijing Olympics

2008-09-18T23:10:00.001-07:00

The crowd has gathered, their energy palpable. 90,000+ fans fill the Bird's Nest arena on any given day to cheer on their countrymen as they take part in the track and field events of the 29th Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. The roar of the crowd literally rocks the stadium, but this does not affect the Stab-C Compact as it runs, tirelessly, up and down the track alongside the likes of Usain Bolt and Walter Dix.

Our unique 5-axis stabilizing camera system eliminates all adverse motion artifacts. For those of us unable to make the journey to watch history unfold, we needn't have worried. The Stab-C Compact, by Nettmann Systems International, brought us not only into the games, but gave us enviable seats right on the track. As we viewed the events from our homes, the Stab-C Compact made us feel as if we were right there, absorbing all the colors of many nations, in hi-def, with the exception of having to endure the actual race itself.

The Stab-C Compact was not only featured on the straight and curved track of the Bird's Nest, but also hung suspended on 'Cablecam' for the last exciting 720 meters of the Olympic Cycling events – further showcasing its incredible versatility.

The Mini-Motes were also a hit at the Olympics and were used extensively throughout the Archery and Gymnastics portions of the games, thus bringing to life the magical performances of Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson.

Nettmann Systems is proud to have been part of the 2008 Summer Olympics in China and enjoyed giving viewers at home the opportunity of front row seats to some of the hottest events in Beijing, and we thank our agents ACS France for securing and organizing this production and their dedicated service.

Nettmann and the Dark Knight break world record

2008-07-21T11:01:00.001-07:00

Nettmann Systems' Stabilized Helicopter Mount was used so extensively on Batman: The Dark Knight that a world record was broken. The Super-G outfitted with the latest IMAX camera, was used for 53 consecutive days filming all the aerials for this feature.

This is longer than any other stabilized aerial system outfitted with a large-format camera for a feature film. We congratulate the IMAX Corporation, pilot Craig Hoskins and aerial D.P. Hans Bjerno on their contribution to the success of The Dark Knight.

Nettmann Systems, Not Exhibiting at CineGear 2008

2008-06-19T23:36:00.000-07:00

Nettmann Systems would like to formally thank all of the producers, cinematographers directors, and camera assistants, who through referrals and word of mouth have made the first half of 2008 extremely busy for us.

When we exhibit at an industry convention like CineGear we feel that is of the utmost importance to have the attendees, the industry veterans whose jobs rely on the performance of our gear, to get hands on demos of our latest camera support systems.

Unfortunately we don’t have equipment in inventory for this 2008 CineGear, as all the systems are being utilized on productions throughout the world.

Some of our latest gyro-stabilized systems the Super-G and the Stab-C COMPACT are currently working on car commercials and features in South Africa, Bond Movies in Europe, Olympics prep for Beijing, and track systems for T.V. Shows.

We decided that it was best to not disrupt these various productions in order to exhibit at Cine-Gear.

Please look for us in 2009 with a new booth, new equipment, and lots of important hands on demos.

The COMPACT Russian Inauguration

2008-06-11T08:01:00.001-07:00

Our new Stab-C COMPACT was selected to capture the inauguration of the new Russian president Dmitri Medvedev. One of our European agents, ACS France, mounted the wireless COMPACT on a 2300 foot long 2D Cablecam rig filming the procession of the motorcade to the Kremlin.

Our Mini-C, our smallest fully stabilized head, was also utilized. It was mounted on a motorcycle to also capture shots of the president's arriving entourage. The job was extremely successful and we look forward to being part of the next Russian inauguration in eight years time. Please view the first thirteen minutes of the hour long video of the recent event to see some of the footage.

Nettmann Systems goes SEADEEP

2008-06-10T22:06:00.001-07:00

Nettmann Systems has just completed a multi-axis stabilized gimbal for the Submarine-Enabling Airborne Data Exchange and Enhancement Program (S.E.A.D.E.E.P).

This DA.R.P.A. funded program, and a partnership between the U.S. Navy and Apogen is to enhance communication bandwidth and security utilizing Blue-Green lasers for communication with submerged submarines. Current communication is handled via radio waves which cannot travel underwater; hence the submarine must raise a metallic mast above the water inadvertently revealing its position. The SEADEEP program will allow submarines to receive massive data streams while remaining covertly submerged as lasers travel through water.

Apogen selected N.S.I. over all other competition due to our, reliability, controllability, quality of stabilization and because of our track record with government and security agency gimbal programs. Please read more about the SEADEEP program that Nettmann Systems is proud to be a part of.

COMPACT-Flawless Hollywood Debut

2008-03-25T19:44:00.000-07:00

Our newest gyro-stabilized head the Stab-C COMPACT has just completed a number of productions for its Hollywood debut. Producers, Directors and Cinematographers are thankful that a lightweight camera stabilizing tool has finally hit Hollywood that combines supreme stability, reliability and the ease of control and operation for which Nettmann Systems is world renowned.

The COMPACT is designed to stabilize most available camera packages and be lightweight enough for almost any application. Uses range from camera cars, to cable systems, to Technocranes, to helicopters-yes, even helicopters. The COMPACT’s design and engineering is based on its larger brother the Stab-C and can be used also as an aerial cinematography helicopter mount.

The systems has already completed/worked on various productions, including "Eagle-Eye" with D.P. Dariousz Wolski, Lexus commercials, The Moment of Truth and others and is ready for rental.

The Evolution of Street Dancing, and the Revolution of the Mini-C

2008-03-25T19:34:00.000-07:00

Through an innovative partnership between Atlantic Cine Equipment and Rail &Tracking Systems our gyro stabilized head the Mini-C is wrapping up a multi-month contract providing revolutionary shots of high energy hip-hop crews on MTV's Americas Best Dance Crew.

The Mini-C, mounted on the high speed curved Trackrunner system from RTS, revolves the stage capturing all the close up, highly detailed shots of the dance crews in action. Everyone involved has praised the stability and reliability of the Mini-C and they are extremely impressed with its performance.

Guinea Pig Commando Soldiers & The Snorkel

2008-03-25T19:30:00.000-07:00

The Kenworthy/Nettmann Snorkel was selected out of all other optical systems on the market to complete numerous VFX plate and P.O.V. shots for the new Jerry Bruckheimer movie G-Force.

The Snorkel, a periscopic camera system, won the hearts of director Hoyt Yeatman and cinematographer Bojan Bazelli because of its inherent special optical principles and the ability to get within millimeters of the ground for P.O.V. shots of the cute little armed and dangerous, "licensed to kill", guinea pigs.

Stab-C and The 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Spider

2008-03-25T19:26:00.000-07:00

The finished commercial for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Spider shot with the Stab-C from both a helicopter and camera cars.

Giving Bowl fans the 'wow' shot

2008-02-06T18:59:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems Intl congratulates Cablecam on their article in the L.A. Times. NSI is proud to supply Jim Rodnunsky and his team with one of the finest Gyro Stabilized Heads-The Nettmann Pinpoint. Pictured in the article
Reprinted from the L.A. Times Feb 2, 2008
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Jim Rodnunsky's Cablecam puts TV viewers over the field and into the action.

By Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
February 2, 2008

GLENDALE, ARIZ. -- When New York Giants center Shaun O'Hara and New England Patriots noseguard Vince Wilfork launch their combined 628 pounds at each other in Sunday's Super Bowl, more than 90 million viewers will be able to almost feel the collision.

And for that they can thank Jim Rodnunsky, a filmmaker from Granada Hills who while working to make his skiing simulator more realistic stumbled upon what experts say is the most significant innovation in sports television of the last 20 years: the Cablecam.

The Cablecam moves on a cat's cradle of synthetic ropes attached to the light standards atop a stadium, suspending a 65-pound remote-controlled high-definition camera to within 12 feet over the players and 10 yards behind the quarterback.

With it, controllers have the ability to tilt and pan in all directions, snooping in on huddles, gliding along with an injured player as he limps off the field or focusing straight down on a scrum for a loose football -- all from angles previously available only in video games.

"Let's get right over that goal-line stand and see that guy over the goal line looking up at the camera -- not looking at it, but looking at it -- when he's just scored a touchdown and he's on his back with the ball," said Artie Kempner, the Fox network director who will be calling the shots in Sunday's broadcast.

"It's a wow shot. Cablecam gives you the wow."

Networks still use their sideline cameras for play-by-play action but augment that with Cablecam shots for the more important NFL games. The system isn't used all the time because of its expense -- use of the camera and the technicians who run it costs about $60,000 a game.

The Super Bowl is well worth that investment, Fox Sports President Ed Goren says.

"The challenge in any sport is to make it more intimate and take the viewer where he hasn't been before," he said.

Rodnunsky took some scary risks to get the first overhead shots with his Cablecam prototype. In 1989, he created a version of the cable camera by stringing 1,400 feet of steel cable above Sudan Couloir at Blackcomb Mountain in Canada, one of North America's most harrowing ski runs.

"It's a serious piece of real estate," he said. "It makes Cornice at Mammoth look like a beginner run."

Rodnunsky, who said he was living on a friend's couch at the time and subsisting on macaroni-and-cheese dinners, saved $75,000 to build the contraption. He wanted to capture footage for his simulator, which he used to teach people how to ski and snowboard.

Modern Cablecams are gyro-stabilized and controlled by an operator using joysticks in a stadium booth. But Rodnunsky's rudimentary version required him to take a toe-tingling backward ride.

He built an aluminum basket and would zip face down and feet first down the cable -- attached to rocks at the top and bottom -- reaching speeds of 50 mph and a height of 80 feet, using motorcycle hand brakes to slow his descent.

All while peering through a camera lens.

"Maybe the luge should have been my sport," joked Rodnunsky, who grew up in Edmonton, Canada, before his family moved to the San Fernando Valley when he was in his teens.

Two years after Rodnunsky's experiment on the ski slope, Hollywood came calling. Director Steven Spielberg used the Cablecam in 1991 to make "Hook," and Rodnunsky's device was later used in commercials, music videos and dozens of movies, among them "Happy Gilmore," "Miracle," "True Lies," "Van Helsing," "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "Dreamgirls."

Rodnunsky's invention has won two Academy Awards for technical achievement in feature films and six Emmy Awards for sports broadcasting. Chatsworth-based Cablecam International now has six cameras, 12 full-time employees and about 75 freelance crew members.

There are competing companies -- filmmaker Garrett Brown is inventor of the Skycam and Steadicam systems; ESPN contracts with Skycam -- but Rodnunsky has contracts with CBS, NBC and the NFL Network in addition to Fox.

Cablecam's big sports break came in 1994, when it was hired to work the Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway.

That version of the system required two people to ride it, one driving and the other shooting footage. At the end of each day, Rodnunsky recalls local residents gathering at the top of the skiing course to take Cablecam rides at speeds of 60 to 70 mph.

"That was an E-ticket ride, let me tell you," he said. "They were always disappointed at the end of the day when we had to pack up and go. We were disappointed too."

Later that year, Rodnunsky's company used a remote-controlled Cablecam for the Kentucky Derby and Preakness telecasts, although that camera didn't have the ability to move around in three dimensions as does the modern version.

Rodnunsky's system was first used in football broadcasts in several college bowl games in 2000. The NFL agreed to the use of overhead cameras in 2003, and it was one of his Cablecams peering at Janet Jackson in 2004 during her infamous "wardrobe malfunction" Super Bowl halftime show. [sic]

NSI Wraps Up Busiest Year Ever

2007-12-07T15:25:00.000-08:00

NSI is happy to announce that 2007 was the busiest year in the history of the company. Record rental days were realized for our gyrostabilized equipment on the feature films: “Batman 3 –The Dark Night” (in IMAX format); “The Incredible Hulk”; “The Golden Compass”; and “Death Race.”

Victoria's Secret and the Nettmann Mini-C excite millions

2007-12-07T11:12:00.000-08:00

Last month at the Kodak theater in Hollywood, the Mini-C, gyrostabilized camera mount and the RTS track system flawlessly shot the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

The Mini-C and the RTS track system gave director Hamish Hamilton that unique tracking camera angle that has been his favorite shot for the last three years of production.

The camera was able track the models, move smoothly along the Runway and quickly reposition itself for the next entrance.

See more of the RTS Track System and Mini-C combo at Atlantic Cine Equipment

Super-G and The Golden Compass

2007-12-07T06:57:00.000-08:00

Earlier this year Nettmann's Super-G Gyrostabilized Aerial Camera System shot the opening credits and other FX laden shots for the movie The Golden Compass, with D.P.Henry Braham. The Super-G paired with Panavision's Genesis digital camera performed flawlessly while flying at 12,500ft above the Eiger and Jungfrau peaks of Switzerland. The Super-G was suspended from the belly of the helicopter, piloted by Fred North, so the camera could fly between the crevices. Nettmann Systems would like to wish New Line Cinema good luck on this opening weekend.

NSI Completes Large Format World Record

2007-09-08T10:54:00.001-07:00

Nettmann Systems International is proud to announce a world record in the history of Large Format Helicopter Photography. Our Super-G aerial camera system has just completed 47 days filming a major studio feature film, using the latest in Large Format cameras from Canada. More details on this production and the Super G aerial sequences prior to the release date which is slated for mid 2008.

NSI presence now in Hong Kong

2007-09-08T09:00:00.000-07:00

Nettmann Systems International is proud to announce that we have just received approval from the Hong Kong government for complete utilization of the Super-G (Super Gyron) for continued aerial sequences on the above Large Format feature film. Hollywood and European productions will now be able to utilize this approval when using the Super-G in Hong Kong.

Mini-C does the Miss Universe

2007-06-02T08:14:00.000-07:00

Our 5 axis stabilized head the "Mini-C" just completed the Miss Universe contest. Traveling alongside the Catwalk on the RTS Track system from Atlantic Cine Equipment, it performed flawlessly, giving camera operators complete control over all their shots. We pride ourselves on making stabilized equipment that allows operators to express their creativity in every way-unhampered from the bounds of competitive stabilization systems..

Nettmann's PinPoint and CableCam WOW the Indy 500

2007-05-27T18:19:00.001-07:00

Nettmann Systems and CableCam wowed television viewers of the Indy 500, as CableCam mounted our brand new 3 Axis stabilized head- The PinPoint - on its 2000 ft cable rig for the race. Both systems provided viewers an unprecedented 80 MPH birds-eye-view of the Race at Turn 1, the Pits and the Stands.

The Nettmann PinPoint is becoming the Number One stabilized system in the CableCam arsenal as it is used on every high profile event, the Oscars, the De La Hoya fight, and now the Indy 500.

Please contact us for further information regarding the PinPoint.

PinPoint on the De La Hoya / Mayweather Fight

2007-05-21T20:07:00.000-07:00

The PinPoint was the premiere choice of stabilizing heads for the highly anticipated Oscar De La Hoya Fight at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. CableCam utilized our new head over the ring giving never before seen boxing shots that were a complete Knock-Out.

Nettmann Goes to the Oscars Again

2007-03-22T04:53:00.000-07:00

Our new PinPoint 3 axis gyro stabilized head was selected as the main remote control camera at the recent Academy Awards show in Los Angeles.

The PinPoint was connected to Cablecam's 3 D aerial rig suspended above the audience and was maneuvered in three dimensional space to give never before seen shots at the Oscars. Acadamy Award winning Nettmann's new head was selected amongst many other competitors to stabilize the shots for this premier use of a cable system on the Oscars show.

NSI is now in full manufacturing mode for this proven state-of-the art system, please call for further details.

The Nettmann PinPoint

2007-03-22T04:50:00.000-07:00

The PinPoint is a 3 axis gyro stabilized remote head that was specifically designed to be used for cable rigs. CableCam has used our system with great sucess (pictures courtesy of CableCam Inc). Please call Nettmann Systems for more information.

Fiesta & Cotton Bowls Courtesy of Nettmann Systems, and Cablecam.

2007-01-14T11:39:00.001-08:00

The amazing "behind the quarterback's shoulder" camera shots of the Fiesta Bowl and other football broadcasts during the last few weeks were provided by our new PinPoint stabilized camera system. This thrity pound, three axis stabilized camera system is bringing Cablecam closer to the action with more control, better stabilization and high reliability. Please call N.S.I. for more information and sales.

N.S.I. Workforce Grows

2007-01-14T11:36:00.001-08:00

The continued growth of N.S.I. as a result of its propriety gimbal designs, stabilization control systems and sales orders has lead to hiring onto its staff an aerospace proven analog design engineer, an SME certified manufacturing engineer, and three outside control systems experts to handle the current demand for Nettmann Systems line of stabilized gimbals and turrets. N.S.I. looks forward to 2007 as continued worldwide sales of our camera systems increase.

2nd Super-G to Serve the North American Film Market

2006-11-02T11:20:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems has just finished dynamic acceptance testing on a third Super-G Helicopter Camera Mount.

This latest Aerial Camera System will be the second Super-G based out of Nettmann Systems in Los Angeles.

The demand for this system in the North American market has dramatically increased as word of mouth spreads about the abilities and features of this aerial camera system. It will serve all film, television and commercial productions in North America.

Introducing N.S.I.'s Vertical Gyro, the VG-720

2006-09-05T17:58:00.000-07:00

Nettmann Systems International is proud to announce the VG-720, a custom engineered Vertical Gyro (VG) which provides VG functionality with several advantages over competing Vertical Gyros. These advantages include
higher performance sensors, adaptive filtering, auto-recovery from gyro
clipping situations, fully customizable configuration, and configuration
presets. It also contains a real-time data capture system for analysis
of flight/gyro data. This provides a way to optimize the configuration
and performance for specific stabilized gimbal applications, ranging
from the slow swaying of an ocean vessel, to the quick sharp multi-G
turns of a helicopter. This amazing gyro sensor will be installed stock
on all our gyro stabilized systems. For further inquires about this new
product line please contact us.

FLYBOYS Aerial Shots, and the Super-G Camera Mount

2006-08-31T08:59:00.000-07:00

Nettmann Systems would like to congratulate director Tony Bill and MGM Studios on the completion of the movie FLYBOYS, opening on September 22nd. Tony Bill wanted the aerials to be unlike any movie ever shot before, so he teamed up the most advanced aerial camera mount, our Super-G, with the Panavision Genesis Digital Camera. This was the first time that a digital film camera had ever been used on a helicopter, resulting in amazing aerial sequences. These were shot exclusively using our Super-G Aerial Camera Mount from a helicopter piloted by Fred North. The steerable roll capability, and precision control offered by our Super-G produced mind-blowing shots, some of which can be seen in this five minute FLYBOYS battle sequence video or the Flyboys Trailer.

Fiber-Optic Slip Rings in all NSI Gimbals

2006-08-21T20:57:00.000-07:00

Nettmann Systems International has just completed engineering acceptance
testing on an NSI propriety designed fiber-optic/gold conductor
slip-ring unit. This new slip-ring device, unique to our brand new
product line of NSI gimbals, will pass perfect HD/SDI signals without
corruption. This fiber-optic rotary joint will allow the HI-DEF camera
block to be set to maximum gain without the picture suffering from
“noise and patterning in the blacks" in the video. Look for this
advancement in our Stab-C Lite, the Pin-Point, and our future line of
ENG stabilized camera gimbals.

Super-G completes 10,000 B.C.

2006-06-25T21:38:00.000-07:00

We are very happy to announce that our new aerial camera system the Super-G just completed the Roland Emmerich movie 10,000 B.C. in New Zealand. Piloted by Fred North, the system logged 163 hours of flight time with ZERO downtime, took turns at 2.5 Gs, and worked perfectly in a 0°F blizzard, pounded by 65 knot winds at 14,000 ft. The Super-G with its stabilized yet steerable roll axis, ”Dutch”, is the talk of the industry as cinematographers and directors choose the Super-G for all their aerial sequences.

New Price Sheet and Catalog now online.

2006-06-10T07:31:00.000-07:00

The Nettmann Systems International 2006 Catalog is now online!!! Get a sneak preview of the Stab-C Light, our newest Gyro-Stabilized Head. Download the PDF catalog or view online at the rentals page.

New Advancements at Nettmann Systems

2006-05-15T00:03:00.000-07:00

Nettmann System's engineers are working overtime these days on product enhancements, new stabilized heads and R&D that will revolutionize the camera support industry. We are currently retooling our manufacturing line to build lighter, stronger, more agile stabilized remote heads than anything else on the market, developing a secondary product line of our own, commercial off the shelf (COTS) Motor Amplifiers and Vertical Gyros, and continuing our passion of stabilizing the creativity of the Aerial DP, with our new helicopter mount, the Super-G. It is the film industry's only helicopter mount with steerable roll and the ability to accept any camera, from Eymo-to IMAX..

Cam-Remote - The Most Popular Head in the Industry

2006-05-14T23:39:00.000-07:00

We are seeing a resurgence of the popularity of the Cam-Remote. These
units are for sale, and we have 11 left in inventory. Customers tell us
that the Cam-Remote is bullet proof in mechanical and electrical design.
Unlike the more modern remote control heads by our competitors, that
rely on digital computer circuitry, the Cam-Remote's analog design is
not subject to sudden shutdowns during important takes. It does not have
to be rebooted, and does not need diagnostic checks after restart. In
addition to the Cam-Remote’s reliability, the analog circuitry gives
much smoother moves at the end of a long lens and not steppy as
manifested by digital control circuitry of competitive heads. Please
call us for more information on these heads for sale.

Stab-C Saves Production

2006-05-14T23:36:00.000-07:00

The unreliability of the software and digital control circuitry of the competition’s system have been brought to our attention. Just the other day the electronics of a new stabilized head were radiating into the circuitry of Panavision's Genesis Camera. This problem caused the complete shutdown of the production until our Stab-C was rushed to the location.

Our stabilization electronics are completely passive and non-invasive to the Genesis camera or any Hi-Def camera on the market. We have shot numerous times very successfully with this next generation Panavision camera, including the aerials for the upcoming movie "Flyboys." This long shoot in Europe using our new helicopter mount, the Super-G and the Panavision Genesis Camera, was a crowning achievement for our company.

N.S.I. wins 12 remote-head contract

2006-01-14T10:06:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems International is pleased to announce that CableCam Inc. has chosen a version of its Micro Plus 3 Axes head with the SAS stabilization system. These State-of-the-Art remote heads will be the workhorse head for Sporting events.

CableCam Inc. has also chosen our latest product the Stab-C Lite for its Film Camera jobs with the CableCam System.

Gyron Product Line in Full Manufacturing Mode

2006-01-12T12:46:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems has acquired the entire line of Open Architecture gyro stabilization systems from the recently dissolved Gyron Group. Nettmann Systems is now able to rev up it manufacturing core to produce a full range of new and innovative products for the Entertainment, Commercial, and Aerospace markets. In a few months look for our new line of gyro stabilization products.

VectorVision Aerial Camera System for SALE

2006-01-11T18:25:00.000-08:00

Nettmann systems is proud to offer for sale a factory refurbished Vectorvision periscopic system. This kit includes the upper and lower ports, for Lear 24, 25, 35 jets. Available for sale to countries other than the U.S.A. The Vectorvision features zoom and roll and is the much improved version of the Astrovision, previously designed by Nettmann. Please call for pricing details. You may check out the Vectorvision page for further information.

Factory Refurbished Cam-Remotes for SALE

2006-01-11T18:20:00.000-08:00

Nettmann Systems International has had great success in selling its inventory of used Nettmann Cam-Remotes. With only 11 systems left in its rental inventory, the systems are still priced at $25,000 U.S.D. with a one year free parts and labor. The modular design of the Cam-Remote allows purchased units to be upgraded to a Pan-Bar control and/or a Joystick control. N.S.I. can also add an automatic Back Pan feature to the head. This and other upgrades are reasonably priced. Call or e-mail for further details.

Cam-Remote customers around the world have told us that they are very happy to return to a basic analog 2/3 axis head without all the bells and whistles, and the unreliability, of the digital heads which are in use today.

This award winning head for Technical Achievement by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences was considered a true workhorse of the remotes. Operators of the Nettmann Cam-Remote report that it is the most comfortable system to use in operation, and the smoothness of its operation is unsurpassed by those of digital design.