RB12CR4 Robotic Crane

The SEEDER RB12CR4 fourth-generation robotic crane system features an L-type robotic pan & tilt head and a newly designed robotic chassis. It comes standard with electronic leveling system and supports intelligent automated shooting. This is a professional-grade robotic camera system for pre-production of broadcast television, suitable for real-scene and virtual productions including AR, VR, XR, and MR in studios or live events.

The SEEDER RB12CR4 fourth-generation robotic crane system features an L-type robotic pan & tilt head and a newly designed robotic chassis. It comes standard with electronic leveling system and supports intelligent automated shooting. This is a professional-grade robotic camera system for pre-production of broadcast television, suitable for real-scene and virtual productions including AR, VR, XR, and MR in studios or live events.

The robotic jib length ranges from 2460 mm to 3130 mm and can be flexibly adjusted depending on the actual environment. The maximum operating noise is less than 35dB, meeting the acoustic requirements of professional studios. The system ensures that the image remains stable with no shake during the start and stop of jib movement. When equipped with a telephoto lens, it supports effective anti-shake shooting.

Using AI technology, the system can automatically generate up to 16 motion nodes based on motion time and distance, enabling smooth multi-point curvilinear movement and supporting complex motion video shooting. The system can also auto-track the center of the frame. When the jib moves along the XYZ axes manually, the pan-tilt head will automatically pan and tilt to maintain the center point, greatly aiding quick framing by the operator.

Supports Canon and Fujinon full-servo lenses with B4 mount, enabling control of zoom, focus, and iris. When the jib and pan-tilt head move simultaneously, AI autofocus can be enabled on full-servo lenses. The system can acquire zoom and focus tracking data via lens digital cable, and automatically adjust motor tracking latency according to lens brand-specific delays. It uses black burst synchronization and outputs 23-bit FREE-D tracking data, equivalent to over 8.3 million positions per 360°, via three configurable UDP outputs. Compatible with Vizrt, ZD, Brainstorm, UE5, and other virtual/augmented systems.

Modular design, tool-free assembly and disassembly, 15-minute setup. Absolute encoders, ready in 10 s, no calibration required — ideal for studios and large-scale live events. Standard TCP/IP protocol allows control by third-party systems such as SEEDER SEEART, Vizrt MOSART, ROSS Overdrive, and GrassValley IGNITE.

Equipped with optical and dynamic anti-collision technology for safe operation. Dual optical detection systems are installed within 20cm on both sides of the jib, with customizable detection range according to jib length. When an object is detected, the system pauses within 20cm. Additionally, dynamic collision avoidance is triggered when abnormal resistance is sensed.

Supports XYZ movement of the jib, pan/tilt of the head, and camera lens zoom, focus, and iris via the control software. It supports up to 8 robotic systems, with 32 programs × 16 sequences × 16 scenes (8,192 total scenes). Each scene interface is independent, with long curve and bidirectional motion supported, and scene file import/export.

Basic Functions
Built-in SystemEmbedded OS with integrated 5" touchscreen; standalone operation without an external control panel
Motion Range7-axis motion — Head Pan/Tilt, Arm Pan/Tilt, Zoom, Focus, Iris
Robotic HeadL-type Robotic Head
Start/Stop Anti-shakeAnti-shake for rapid start/stop
Acceleration/decelerationAutomatic acceleration/deceleration based on motion position and duration; smooth 16-point curved motion
Position MemoryPermanent storage of preset motion and tracking positions
Motion PathAutomatic motion path planning
Total Jib Length3.13 m
Front Arm / Rear Arm1.33-2.0 m / 1.13 m
Telescopic Jib Length2.46 m–3.13 m, manually adjustable
Camera Telescopic Travel0.67 m
Max Camera Height3.41 m
Lens Control20-pin lens cable with automatic compatibility for Canon/Fujinon full-servo lenses; optional M2 lens servo
Tracking shootPan-tilt head automatically tracks the primary subject
Safety LimitsHead: Pan / Tilt; Arm: Left/Right, Up/Down — 8 direction protection
Anti-collisionBi-directional optical + dynamic collision avoidance
Emergency StopDual buttons for arm power and motion
VR Tracking Specifications
Electronic LevelingDual electronic leveling system for head and arm chassis
Virtual Tracking Accuracy23-bit absolute encoder; 8.3M/360°; <0.000043°
Tracking SyncSupports BB and 3G/1.5G/SD-SDI reference input with loop-through and internal sync
Lens DelayAuto-calibration for full‑servo lenses
Virtual Tracking CalibrationMotion compensation calibration based on virtual reference errors
Tracking OutputThree configurable UDP outputs
Movement Specifications
Head Pan±170°, 0-20°/s, accuracy 0.001°
Head Tilt±55°, 0-20°/s, accuracy 0.001°
Jib Pan±170°, 0-20°/s, accuracy 0.001°
Jib Tilt±55°, 0-20°/s, accuracy 0.001°
Lens MotionFor full-servo lenses; 0–52 mm/s, accuracy 0.001 mm
Basic Specifications
Third-Party ControlFree standard TCP/IP control protocol
Scene backupScene file import/export/backup
Operation monitoringLong-term system log recording and storage
Operating Noise<35dB
Motion Storage32 programs × 16 sequences × 16 scenes = 8192 scenes
Keyframes per sequence16, supporting 16-point curvilinear motion
Modular InstallationTool-free modular design; installation completed in 15 minutes
Head Payload12公 kg
Total Weight78.9 kg (without counterweights)
Input Voltage220V
Max Power280W


1. Professional anti-shake technology ensures stable shots during rapid starts/stops.

2. Automatically calculates motion curves, acceleration/deceleration, and timing from the start position and duration, supporting smooth 16-node curvilinear motion.

3. Auto-tracking of subjects during crane movement; AI-controlled pan-tilt head maintains precise framing.

4. Bi-directional optical + dynamic collision avoidance.

5. Electronic leveling on both pan-tilt head and chassis for accurate calibration.

6. Absolute encoders with <0.000043° tracking precision (8,300,000/360°), no cumulative error after power cycles.

7. Supports jib length setup, head calibration, and tracking direction switching.

8. Supports Canon/Fujinon full-servo lenses with zoom/focus/iris control and built-in tracking data acquisition.

9. Auto synchronizes tracking latency according to lens delay.

10. Three configurable UDP FREE-D tracking data output compatible with AR/VR/XR/MR.

11. Virtual compensation calibration based on tracking error values.

12. Supports BB, 3G/1.5G/SD-SDI external sync with input loop-through and internal sync.

13. Standard TCP/IP protocol enables third-party automation control.

14. Modular design, tool-free assembly in 15 minutes.

15. Embedded OS + 5″ touch panel; independent operation, no external panel required.

16. Program storage: 32 programs × 16 sequences × 16 scenes = 8192 scenes, with scene file import/export/backup.

1. Professional-grade crane operation, no manual handling.

2. Standardizes open/close shots for news and feature programs.

3. Delivers highly accurate image synchronization for AR/VR productions.

4. Provides professional tracking data for large-scale real-virtual productions.

5. Supports OB van and large studio automated camera positions.

6. Delivers effective telephoto stabilization for UHD shooting.

7. Reduces operator error during critical live events.

8. Enables smooth remote operation over IP networks.


Configuration list
1. Robotic L-type omnidirectional pan-tilt head – 1 set
2. 2460–3130 mm telescopic jib – 1 set
3.  Robot chassis – 1 set
4. Control cables – 1 set
Optional FeatureModelDescription
Tracking OutputRBVRSupports three configurable UDP tracking outputs
AI tracking shootRBAISupports HDSDI input from the primary camera with AI face and skeletal tracking for low-latency automatic camera tracking
Control panelRBCS300、RBCS300PRO、RBCS1RB-series control panel
Scene Composition SnapshotsRBCS300PROSupports scene preset composition snapshot capture
Manual Control ModuleRBMC1Manual control handle supporting motion path learning and recording