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Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual
www.blackforestmotion.com
User Manual
PINE, PINE LITE, PINE R
1.5
6. June 2019
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▪ info@blackforestmotion.com
Black Forest Motion GmbH
Waldstraße 2
78136 Schonach
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78136 Schonach Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing the PINE Motion Controller from Black Forest Motion. As our customer, you receive our highest attention and we are always there for you, if you have questions or suggestions to our products. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
8.3. Motor Setup Assistant ................... 22 8.4. Status Bar ......................24 8.5. Homescreen ....................24 8.6. Motor Settings ....................25 8.7. Connections ....................29 8.8. Freerun ......................31 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 3 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... - Page 4 9.1. Activating the Firmware Update Mode on PINE ........98 9.2. Updating on Windows................100 9.3. Updating on Mac OS X ................102 Troubleshooting and FAQs ................105 Index ......................... 110 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 4 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com...
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Page 5: Usage Of This Manual
1. Usage of this Manual This manual serves as a help and reference document for the end user of the Black Forest Motion PINE Controller. Read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the function of the device. In this manual different info fields are used to clarify important points for the reader. -
Page 6: Preface
Unless otherwise indicated, photos and illustrations are the property of the author. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 6 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 7: Introduction
Control up to 4 axes and 2 cameras simultaneously with one controller. Corresponding adapter cables to third-party systems are available from Black Forest Motion. Smartphone-Control The most convenient way to control your system. Simply use your smartphone or tablet and the PINE Motion App gives you access to the extensive functions of the PINE Controller. -
Page 8: Safety Instructions
Do not reset the PINE controller into firmware update mode without intending to install a new firmware. The controller cannot be used in update mode until a new firmware has been installed. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 8 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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By affixing the CE mark, we declare that our device, in accordance with EU Regulation 765/2008, meets the applicable requirements laid down in the Community harmonization legislation on its affixing. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 9 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 10: Technical Specifications
Burst-Test EN 61000-4-4:2012 • Surge-Test EN 61000-4-5:2014 • Testing against conducted radio interference EN 61000-4-6:2014 • Testing against magnetic fields with energy frequencies EN 61000-4-11:2004 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 10 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 11: Connections
Only stepper motors may be connected to the motor sockets. The connection is made via a lockable high-quality Hirose HR10 socket. The motors available via Black Forest Motion offer the same high-quality connectors and can be connected with the standard Black Forest Motion 4pin Hirose cables. -
Page 12: Motor Connector Pinout
2.5mm 3-pin TRS plug. The following cables, which are compatible with the specified cameras, are available as accessories (see following page): Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 12 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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HX60/RX100 II/RX100 III/RX100M4/RX100M5/a58/NEX-3N For Panasonic DMC: FZ50/FZ50K/FZ50S/FZ30/FZ30K/FZ20/FZ20K/FZ20S/FZ300/FZ200/FZ150/ FZ100/FZ1000/FZ2000/FZ2500/G85H/G85/G10/G7/G6/G5/G3/G2/G 1/GH4A/GH4/GX8/GX7/GX1/GH3/GH2/GH1/GF1/LC-1/L1/L10/DC- For Leica: DIGILUX2/DIGILUX3 For Olympus: E-620/E-600/E-550/E-520/E-510/E-450/E-420/E-410/E-100/E-30/E- M10/E-M10II/E-M5/E-M5II/E-M1/E-PM1/E-PM2/PEN-F/E-PL8/E-PL7/E- PL6/E-PL5/E-PL3/E-PL2/E-P5/E-P3/E-P2/E-P1 SP: SP-590UZ/570UZ/565UZ/560UZ/550UZ/510UZ/810UZ/SZ-300MR/SZ- 20/SZ-11/XZ-1 For Fujifilm: X-M1/X100T/X100F/X-T20/X-T2/X-T1/X-T10/X-E2/X-A1/X-A2/X-A3/ X-A10/X70/X30/GFX50S/XQ1/XQ2/FinePix S1/X-PRO2 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 13 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 14: Technical Details Of The Camera Ports
A similar application is the operation of the PINE Controller by an external interval generator such as the VIEW by Timelapse+. This takes over the interval and can then also carry out a so-called interval ramping. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 14 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 15: Technical Details Of The Aux Input
So far, only the AUX_B input (front center pin of the TRS connector) is used. The AUX_A input is reserved for later developments. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 15 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 16: Power Supply Of The Controller
- horizontally and vertically. This plate can be slid onto the Arca-Swiss profiles of the Nic-O-Tilt or slider and is held in place by magnets. ¼“ UNC Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 16 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 17: Operation Of The Controller
If all LEDs of the controller flash red after connecting the power supply, this indicates that the voltage is outside the allowed specifications. Check that the voltage is between 10V and 24V. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 17 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 18: Pine Motion App
Motion app only uses GPS data to store your location in user-created XML files in Giga-Pixel and 360-degree mode. Otherwise your GPS data will not be used or stored. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 18 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Do the same if you have problems establishing a connection. In this case, restarting the controller itself can also help. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 19 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 20: Motor Profiles / Motor Quick Setup
Only in this case is it ensured that the motors move as specified by the app. The appropriate profiles are already stored for the motors, sliders and pan & tilt heads distributed via Black Forest Motion. Android Take enough time to understand the need for motor profiles. -
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All you need to do now is confirm the selection. The Motor Quick Setup can be accessed at any time via the Homescreen and icon in the status bar. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 21 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 22: Motor Setup Assistant
When you have defined and set the profiles for all motors, confirm the Quick Motor Setup. The app now transmits all data to the controller. This may take a few seconds. You will then be taken to the Home screen. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 22 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Page 24: Status Bar
On the Homescreen, you will find all accesses points to the applications of the PINE Motion App. Each mode or button is explained below. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 24 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 25: Motor Settings
In addition to the profiles, you can also assign names to the individual motors. These names are then displayed in the other modes and are useful for quick identification of the individual axes. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 25 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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For a stepper motor with gearbox (e.g. 14:1) the moved slider distance per revolution is reduced to L=25xπ/14=5,6mm. Enter a rotation of 5.6mm in the app. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 26 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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If a motor is overloaded and defects in the motor occur, the end user is responsible. If you use a lens unit from Black Forest Motion, do not exceed an output current of 0.4A! All other motor units available from Black Forest Motion can be operated up to 1.2A. -
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If you want to use the previous limit positions again, you must ensure that the zero position is set correctly again. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 28 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 29: Connections
When night mode is activated, all LEDs on the controller are switched off. Use the night mode if you want to take pictures in the dark and do not want any interference from external light sources. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 29 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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LEDs light up slightly while the controller is in firmware update mode. For more information on how to update the controller firmware, refer to chapter 8 of this manual. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 30 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 31: Freerun
The Freerun mode can be used to move the motors freely in real time. The Android and iOS apps differ within the Freerun mode as shown below. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 31 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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If you have activated this option, the motor will continue to move even if you release the arrow keys or slide bars. Stop the motors by disabling the Hold Speed switch or tapping the icon. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 32 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 33: Application Modes
Within the Android App you can move to the next view with a swipe to the right or left. Within the iOS version you can get to the next view by using the labeled buttons. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 33 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Within each mode you will also find a question mark icon on the right side of the status bar. Here you will find further help texts explaining the respective mode. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 34 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 35: Time-Lapse
Set further keyframes in the same way. In most cases, two keyframes are sufficient. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 35 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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A dialog box will appear where you can adjust values. You can also move individual motors to the selected keyframe positions. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 36 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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A short tap on the symbols increases or decreases the value by 0.1 seconds. If you hold down the symbols, the values change faster. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 37 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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This time signals how long the motors move within an interval. This time cannot be changed directly. It depends on the programmed movement distance, number of images, and motor speed. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 38 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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As explained under Excess, all set times result in a minimum interval time which cannot be undercut. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 39 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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AUX input before moving the motors. For more important information about the AUX input, refer to chapter 5.4 of this manual. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 40 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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With the Android version of the app you have the possibility to adjust either the number of pictures or the picture rate, which allows the set video time. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 41 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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It is recommended (but not mandatory) to render the actual time-lapse video in post-production at the same frame rate as the one set within the app. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 42 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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In this test, the motors are first moved to the start position. When all motors have arrived there, you will get another message to start the actual movement test. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 43 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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With Android, the motion graph is also visualized with a current position marker. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 44 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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"Keep active" function. This will slow down the motor movement towards the end and will give you a nice smooth transition. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 45 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 46: Video
Set further keyframes in the same way. In most cases, 2 keyframes are sufficient. However, further keyframes can be set via the symbol to realize more complex movements. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 46 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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A dialog box will appear where you can adjust values. You can also move individual motors to the selected keyframe positions. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 47 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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The PINE Controller will not automatically start the video recording on your camera. You will have to start the recording manually over your camera bevor starting the motor movement from the app. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 48 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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In this case the controller finishes the current move and stops as soon as the motors have reached the first or last keyframe. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 49 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Pan (horizontal) axis and which for the Tilt (vertical) axis. When you select the Giga-Pixel mode from the Homescreen, a dialog box appears where you can make this selection. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 50 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Do the same for the lower right corner of the panorama and place the keyframe with the icon. Both keyframes (top left and bottom right) can be set in any order. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 51 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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A short tap on the symbols increases or decreases the value by 0.1 seconds. If you hold down the symbols, the values change faster. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 52 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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This allows you to set the shutter release time for night shots to more than 30 seconds (the maximum exposure time for most cameras). Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 53 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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With an excess time of 0.0 seconds, you have reached the minimum interval time. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 54 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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“Set Manually” option. The corresponding selection fields will then appear as soon as you activate the option. Use the icon to specify the information about your camera equipment for the matrix size. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 55 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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We recommend overlaps of at least 20-30%. Camera Orientation ▪ Determines whether you have mounted your camera in the landscape or portrait orientation. We recommend a portrait orientation. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 56 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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7.9.4.6) is deactivated. 8.9.4.8. Matrix Traversal The PINE Motion App gives you 3 different options for traversing the matrix. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 57 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Single frames are taken row by row. The camera is in a continuous horizontal movement during image capture. Positive: The recording time can be reduced enormously. Negative: Only suitable for short exposure times of 1/1000s or shorter. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 58 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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As soon as all keyframes have been set via the PINE app and the matrix size has been determined, an XML file for the current settings can be created. You can do this via the icon. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 59 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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After successful creation of the XML file, you can save or share it on your smartphone (Email, Dropbox, etc.). Import this file together with the captured images into your stitching software (e.g. PTGui). Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 60 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Continue the process at any time using the icon. icon can also be used to stop the entire recording at any time. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 61 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Thus, single pictures of the object (on the turntable) are taken from several horizontal and also vertical angles. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 62 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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The dialog window for the motor selection can also be viewed at any time within the 3D-Scan mode via the icon in the status bar. Confirm the motor selection with “Continue”. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 63 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Use this option if the turntable cannot rotate several times due to connected cables. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 64 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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3D-mode screen. The intermediate positions for the slider and the tilt axis are linearly interpolated based on the keyframes and number of rows. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 65 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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(short tap). Hold down the keyframe symbol of a set keyframe (with green checkmark) to let all motors move to the corresponding keyframe. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 66 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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When you are finished editing the keyframes, tap the icon again. If the 3D scan mode is only used with a turntable (without slider and tilt), no keyframes have to be set. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 67 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Set keyframes can be overwritten at any time by pressing the keyframe symbol again. The intermediate focus positions are linearly interpolated based on the keyframes and the number of images. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 68 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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3D scan mode. This is also absolutely necessary if you use focus stacking with a focus motor. In this case, set this time value to 0.0 seconds. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 69 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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(start of focus time). Use this time to eliminate possible vibrations of the camera caused by the motor movement before a new image is taken. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 70 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Additionally, you have the possibility to start another scan process. The motors then move in the inverted direction of the previous scan. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 71 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Suitable applications are e.g. Agisoft Photoscan or RealityCapture. Black Forest Motion does not offer its own software solution or support for 3D model creation. The end user is therefore dependent on the software applications of third-party manufacturers. However, you are welcome to contact us for advice. -
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Pan (horizontal) axis and which for the Tilt (vertical) axis. When you select the 360-degree mode from the Homescreen, a dialog box appears where you can make this selection. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 73 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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The dialog window for the motor selection can also be accessed at any time within the 360-degree mode via the icon in the status bar. Confirm the motor selection with “Continue”. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 74 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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360-degree photo. Here you can set for example how many rows and columns should be taken per 360-degree photo. You can also make camera settings and create XML files here. Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 75 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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In the fourth view on the right you can see a motion graph if you have set keyframes and you are creating several 360-degree photos in a row (time-lapse). Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 76 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... - Page 77 "Apply" field and you do not have to make any further settings for the rows and columns. The possible settings in the Sphere-Calculator are listed and explained below: Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 77 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com...
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The most frequently used sensor sizes are stored here. If you are not sure which sensor size to use, consult your camera's manual to find out. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 78 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Determines whether you have mounted your camera in the landscape or portrait orientation. We recommend a portrait orientation. Tap on the icon to change the settings. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 79 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Android Set the number of vertical rows using the number field and confirm the selection with "Set ". Currently, between 3 and 5 rows are possible. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 80 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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45 degrees (rotated around the pan axis). In the intermediate rows (between Zenith and Nadir) between 1 and 9 horizontal images can be defined. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 81 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Use this time when operating your camera with automatic focus. However, we recommend that you operate the camera in manual focus for 360-degree mode. In this case, set this time to 0.0 seconds. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 82 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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0.1 seconds and the delay time to at least 5.0 seconds. However, if you operate your camera in Bulb mode, you can set the delay time to a short value such as 0.5 seconds. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 83 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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(maximum 2) for start and end of additional motors. The slider will then move one step after creating all single frames for a 360-degree photo before starting a new cycle for a 360-degree photo. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 84 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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After successfully creating the XML file, you can save or share it on your smartphone (Email, Dropbox, etc.). Import this file together with the captured images into your stitching software (e.g. PTGui). Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 85 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Use the symbol to set whether you want to hear a sound on your mobile phone after all images have been captured. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 86 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 87: Live
In the "Recording" view, the motors can then be moved automatically to the programmed scenes by pressing a key. Select this view via the icon. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 87 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Already set keyframes / scenes can be overwritten at any time by pressing the keyframe symbol again (short tap). Android Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 88 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Delete keyframes by tapping on the icons while in the extended keyframe view. When you are finished editing the keyframes, tap the icon again. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 89 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Furthermore, background images can be set for the tiles in the Android version and via the icon you can specify how many tiles are displayed horizontally. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 90 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Speeds and direction of rotation can be set directly adjusted via symbols. iOS also has slide bars for each motor, which you can also use to move motors manually. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 91 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Astro mode. Make sure you have the correct motor profiles selected for the motors in order for the tracking to work correctly. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 92 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Use great care to make the alignment. Probably you will need some trials and test runs to get the alignment right. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 93 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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The following parameters can be set for each camera port (the operating sequence is from top to bottom as the parameters are listed). Tap on the blue numerical values to change the values. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 94 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Here you can define how many images should be created. You can also select the option "Infinite" to trigger the camera for an indefinite time. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 95 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Then tap on the symbols in the upper part of the screen with the text addition "Start Selection" and "Stop Selection". Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 96 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
Page 97: Multitasking
In the same way, the turntable or video mode can also be used for multitasking. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 97 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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We also recommend that you first install and launch the Update Utility Software listed under Chapters 3 or 4 before activating the Firmware Update Mode. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 98 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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The blue LEDs on the controller should be on slightly to indicate the update mode. The controller will now be unfunctional until a new firmware has been uploaded. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 99 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Expand the Ports List and select the COM port. If the list is empty, click the “Refresh” Button Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 100 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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The currently installed firmware version of the controller can be seen by pressing the Symbol under the “Connections” section of the App. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 101 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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After the above step has concluded, type the following into the terminal prompt and press enter: brew install wxwidgets Follow any instructions in the terminal window. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 102 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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At the end of the update process, the PINE Controller needs to be restarted by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply. The controller should now boot up again as normal and will have the newest firmware installed. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 103 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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78136 Schonach VII. The currently installed firmware version of the controller can be seen by pressing the Symbol under the “Connections” section of the App. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 104 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Please always use the appropriate 5.5x2.1 mm DC connector to power the controller. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 105 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Why is my camera not triggered by PINE? Check that the release cable from the camera to the controller is properly (and all the way) plugged in. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 106 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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– PocketSlider PT PRO – PT Pan Tilt Head (PocketSlider) – Nic-O-Slider – Nic-O-Tilt Head – eMotimo Turntable – PureMoCo Focus/Zoom Unit – GVM Slider – viele mehr Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 107 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Can I switch off the LED light on the controller? Yes! activate the night mode in the PINE Motion App and all LED lights will be switched off. Perfect for taking astro pictures. Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 108 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Which smartphones are supported? The PINE Motion App is available for Android devices (version 4.3 or higher) and iOS devices (iPhone 5 and higher / iOS 10.3 or higher). Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 109 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com... -
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Diagonal · 58 earth axis · 92 Ease · 32, 48, 91 Energy Saving · 27 Exposure · 43, 53, 70, 83, 95 Exposure Test · 43 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 110 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Keyframes · 35, 36, 46, 47 Lens Type · 79 Limits · 28 Live · 87 Live mode · 87 Loop Mode · 49 Lunar · 93 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 111 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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Sphere · 77 Sphere-Calculator · 77 Standstill · 70 star finder · 92 stepper motors · 8, 11, 12, 108 stop motion · 44, 45 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 112 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... -
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XML · 18, 51, 59, 60, 61, 75, 85, 86, 107 XML files · 18, 59, 60, 61, 75, 85, 86, 107 Zenith · 81 Zero Position · 27 Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 113 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com... - Page 114 Black Forest Motion GmbH Waldstraße 2 78136 Schonach Black Forest Motion ▪ PINE Controller User Manual Page 114 of 114 www.blackforestmotion.com ▪ info@blackforestmotion.com...
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