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Delta-T SLM6 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual for the Self Levelling Mount SLM6 type SLM6-UM-1 Delta-T Devices Ltd...
  • Page 2 Copyright All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Delta-T Devices Ltd. Under the law, copying includes translation into another language. Copyright © 2003, 2006 Delta-T Devices Limited...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Self Levelling Mount, Type SLM6 Features Assembly Instructions Instructions for Use To operate Image alignment in HemiView Setting the Lens Equation in HemiView Using the Nikon Coolpix 8400 Camera Taking Hemiphotos Image size and compression Camera settings Exposure Taking the Picture...

  • Page 4: Self Levelling Mount, Type Slm6

    North. This is necessary for taking hemispherical photos for use with Delta-T’s HemiView canopy analysis software. The SLM6 is designed for use with the Nikon Coolpix 8400 digital camera with a Nikon FC-E9 fisheye lens and Nikon UR-E16 adaptor ring.
  • Page 5 Gimbal Collar Bubble Alignment plate level markers Inner pivot Tripod Flash Compass screw socket adapter Fig 1. SLM6 with lens cover removed SLM6 User Manual v 1 Features...

  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    Assembly Instructions Fix the SLM6 to a tripod for stability, using the tripod socket in its base (Fig 1). Fit the lens into the collar. Tighten the clamping screw using the 4mm hex driver supplied (Fig. 2). (If the lens has been supplied as part of a HemiView system it will already have been fitted to the collar).
  • Page 7 Fig. 2 Fitting the lens to the collar Fig. 3 Fitting the camera and lens to the gimbals plate SLM6 User Manual v 1 Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 8 Fig. 4 Clamping the collar to the gimbal plate Fig. 5 Orientation of camera Assembly Instructions SLM6 User Manual v 1...
  • Page 9 Fig. 6 Fitting the alignment marker cables to the flash unit Fig. 7 Checking the lens alignment SLM6 User Manual v 1 Assembly Instructions...

  • Page 10: Instructions For Use

    Keep the mount as level as possible, otherwise parts of the mount may be visible in the picture. Use the review options in the camera to check the image is OK. Replace the lens cover to protect the lens from dirt or damage. Instructions for Use SLM6 User Manual v 1...

  • Page 11: Image Alignment In Hemiview

    Image alignment in HemiView Align the horizon circle to the shoulders of the two alignment markers, with the pointed marker at the magnetic north point, as shown below. SLM6 User Manual v 1 Instructions for Use...

  • Page 12: Setting The Lens Equation In Hemiview

    When you exit HemiView, this lens will be saved in the HemiView lenses.csv file. When using HemiView, specify these lens properties for all hemiphotos taken with the Coolpix 8400 and FC-E9 adapter lens. Instructions for Use SLM6 User Manual v 1...

  • Page 13: Using The Nikon Coolpix 8400 Camera

    “Normal” to let you take pictures using use the flash without losing the correct zoom position. To simplify this procedure move the lens option to the top of your “My Settings” page. Then, with “My Menu” selected using the Menu SLM6 User Manual v 1 Taking Hemiphotos...

  • Page 14: Exposure

    • Use this exposure setting for all your hemiphotos, as long as lighting conditions remain the same. The exposure meter will indicate over- exposure for open canopy, and under-exposure in closed canopies. Taking Hemiphotos SLM6 User Manual v 1...

  • Page 15: Taking The Picture

    8 x 16 cm reflector, doubled the effective range to 4 m and helped make the self timer / shot confirmation lamp visible. SLM6 User Manual v 1 Taking Hemiphotos...

  • Page 16: Downloading Images To A Pc

    76). The camera appears as a removable drive in Windows Explorer. Alternatively the images can be viewed and downloaded to your hard drive using the supplied Nikon Picture Project software. Downloading images to a PC SLM6 User Manual v 1...

  • Page 17: Warranty And Service

    Delta-T shall not be liable to the buyer by reason of any delay or failure to perform our obligations in relation to the goods and/or services, if the delay or failure was due to any cause beyond the Delta-T’s reasonable control.

  • Page 18: Service And Spares

    No goods or equipment should be returned to Delta-T without first obtaining the agreement of Delta-T or our distributor. On receipt at Delta-T, the goods will be inspected and the user informed of the likely cost and delay. We normally expect to complete repairs within a few working days of receiving the equipment.

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