eMotimo TB3 Black Instructions For Use Manual

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eMotimo TB3 Black - Firmware Version R1_1_108
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eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC

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  • Page 1 Instruction for Use eMotimo TB3 Black - Firmware Version R1_1_108 1   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Example parameters:   ........................  21   Product Map   ............................  22 Limited warranty   ........................   2 3     International Warranty:   .......................  23 2   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 3: Additional References

    Additional References Quick Start Guide http://emotimo.com/wp-­‐content/uploads/2013/09/TB3-­‐QSG-­‐5_13_13-­‐spread.pdf   Instructional Videos http://emotimo.com/learn/tb3-instructional-videos/     3   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 4: Setting Up Your Tb3

    TB3 first. Once the TB3 is secure, level the TB3 to the ground. Warning: Don’t use the TB3 without securing it's base. It can tip over, damaging it and your camera equipment. 4   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 5 5) Power the TB3 on. Connect power cable. Connect the 12-volt DC source to the power port on the side of eMotimo TB3. You may supply eMotimo TB3 with a voltage of 10-14 volts DC. The TB3 comes with an AC adapter that will power your unit well.
  • Page 6: Controls

    To control the 3 -axis (when using an auxiliary motor) rock the remote from side to side to move the auxiliary motor. 6   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 7: Tb3 Menu Options

    Shifting camera weight causing an imbalance and tipping over the rig. Interval: Interval is your frame rate. If you select a 2.0 second interval, the eMotimo TB3 will trigger your camera to start a shot every 2.0 seconds. If you want to speed time more, select a longer interval (good for shots taken over a long duration of time).
  • Page 8 48 frames at the end where the camera and TB3 are not moving. If your frame rate is 24 FPS, then you can think of it as 1 second of stationary 8   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 9 “C”. If you reverse the program, then your next program will be your previous program shot in reverse order. To reverse the program, press “Z”. 9   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 10: New 3-Point Move

    Shot outcome: The outcome of this shot is the same as the way it was set up, with the mid-point exactly halfway through the entire move. 10   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 11 Please see below for what the outcome of this move will actually look like. The mid-point of a 3-point shot will always be halfway through the entire move. 11   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 12: Rev 3-Point Move

    Dragonframe, the TB3 will automatically restart. If you notice this happen, don’t unplug your TB3 or shut down the Dragonframe software. Using the joystick, set the TB3 back to DF slave mode to continue. 12   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 13: Setup Menu

    - This is a great mode if you are really trying to extend your times. Run times can be increased several fold with this mode! 13   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 14 LCD screen. 1 is the darkest setting and 8 is the brightest setting. This setting is helpful when shooting in very bright or very dark environments. 14   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 15: Panorama

    • Turn on your Live View function. If you don’t have a 100% viewfinder, the corners will move slightly, making you angle of view less accurate. 15   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 16 TB3. As a rule of thumb, take your camera’s exposure time and add 0.1 seconds onto it. For example, if you are shooting a 2.0 second exposure, select a 2.1 second static time. 16   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 17 Review your settings and press “C” to start your program. In program, the LCD will give you feedback on where it is in the shoot. It will update once every shot with: 17   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 18: Powering Your Tb3

    The TB3 ships with an AC adapter that plugs from the power supply in your wall to your TB3. This is a 12-volt DC source and connects to the TB3 with a 2.1 mm barrel connector. You may supply eMotimo TB3 with a voltage of 11-14 volts DC. Battery: If using one of our optional batteries, make sure it is set to 12V and connected correctly.
  • Page 19: Tips For Setting Up Your First Shot

    • Set LCD Review time to off. This saves the camera battery. • Check to make sure the camera trigger cable is seated well in both your camera and the TB3's camera port. 19   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 20: Anatomy Of A Shot

    4. For long exposures your camera may need a long time to process and write to your card. Setting your interval too short is a common mistake that results in missed frames. 20   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 21: Example Parameters

    Start with small moves to understand the process. Large moves with low numbers of frames can look very choppy. Never choose a static time that is lower that your camera's exposure time or you will get motion blur. 21   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 22: Product Map

    Product Map 22   eMotimo TB3 Instructions for Use 108- Copyright © 2013 eMotimo LLC...
  • Page 23: Limited Warranty

    We do not warranty damage incurred in handling or shipping. If you need to return something, please contact us at returns@emotimo.com to receive an RMA number and shipping destination. Returns must have an RMA number clearly printed on the box with all parts safely packed.

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