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- Page 1 GEOTAGGER Pro2-EOS User Manual (V1.0) Solmeta Technology Co., Ltd Copyright ©2014 Solmeta Technology Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Pro2-EOS Contents Safety Information.................. Introduction................... Parts of the Pro2-EOS ................... Turn the receiver on and off ................. LCD display introduction ................. Custom setting instructions ............................Recording GPS data (geotagging) 7-10 Logging the Route Traveled Using the compass .................. -
Page 5: Safety Information
Pro2-EOS Safety Information To prevent damage to this GPS unit or injury to you or others, please read the following safety instructions before using. Do not disassemble Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the products should be repaired only by a qualified technician. -
Page 6: Introduction
Pro2-EOS Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Solmeta Pro2-Eos. The Pro2-Eos GPS Receiver is a newly developed unit specially designed for photographers who use Cannon EOS System and enjoy geotagging photos. In addition, it can easily be used independently as a GPS track logger to provide real time geographic coordinates logging. -
Page 7: Parts Of The Pro2-Eos
Pro2-EOS Parts of the Pro2-EOS ① Power switch ② ENTER button ③ MENU button ④ L C D ⑤ USB terminal ⑥ Mounting foot Charging 1.Use the supplied USB cable to connect the device to a computer, car charger or AC adaptor with a USB port. -
Page 8: Lcd Display Introduction
The number at right is the roll (tilt) data. (The level zero can be corrected via setting) <SET > Custom setting. In this display, press [ENTER] button and the custom setting is entered. The Pro2-EOS offers following16 custom setting options. -
Page 9: Custom Setting Instructions
Pro2-EOS Custom setting instructions The receiver offers 13 second level custom settings options accessible from the Main Display item <SET?> Press [ENTER] to access the custom settings, then [MENU] repeatedly to view each of the following options. Tips 。 ·When the unit is in custom setting menu, press... - Page 10 Pro2-EOS Custom setting instructions <Compass function on>. Set the compass function on or off. <Compass calibration> (refer to page15) <Direction preference> . Magnetic north standard or True North standard are available options. “MN”=Magnetic North (default), “TN”=True North. Magnetic declination can also be adjusted.
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Page 11: Recording Gps Data (Geotagging)
Then connect it to your camera’s accessory port via the connecting cable. Turn on the Pro2-EOS receiver and the camera. If the receiver is properly connected to the camera, GPS signal status is also shown on the camera LCD panel or LCD monitor. The GPS icon is only displayed when the receiver is communication with the camera. - Page 12 Pro2-EOS Recording GPS data (geotagging) Canon EOS-1D x back LCD screen 3. Viewing GPS information Check GPS information as follows when the receiver is connected to a camera that displays [GPS device settings] in the menu. Select [GPS device settings] On the EOS-1D X and other models that display the following screen, set [GPS device] to [Enable] , and then select [GPS device settings].
- Page 13 Pro2-EOS Recording GPS data (geotagging) Select [GPS information display] , detailed GPS information is displayed. In this sample screenshot, [Direction NE 45°] indicates that the camera was facing 45 northeast. [UTC] (Coordinated Universal Time) is essentially the same as Greenwich Mean Time.
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Page 14: Recording Gps Data (Geotagging)
Only when the receiver is kept on, the Pro2-EOS able to provide the last known GPS information. If you turn off the receiver, the stored GPS data becomes invalid. The LOC symbol is displayed on the LCD to indicate... -
Page 15: Logging The Route Traveled
Pro2-EOS Logging the route traveled The receiver can be used as a data logger, which records the GPS position at regular intervals in its internal memory. The log function is default. As long as the receiver’s GPS signal has been acquired, the daily logs are automatically recorded in the log file, even if the receiver is not connected to the camera. - Page 16 Pro2-EOS Logging the route traveled Select <Position update timing> Select the time...
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Page 17: Using The Compass
In this sample LCD, it indicates that the receiver was facing 230.5° southwest. “MN” shown on the LCD indicates that direction is of Magnetic North standard. If you don’t need the direction data, you could turn off the direction via Pro2-EOS custom setting (refer to the custom setting 8) or connecting camera as below. -
Page 18: Using The Compass
Pro2-EOS Using the compass Select <Enable> and press < >... -
Page 19: Compass Calibration
The compass calibration can be performed via Pro2–EOS receiver custom setting or via camera setting. Calibrating the compass via Pro2-EOS receiver custom setting 1.Enable the compass calibration 1) With the data cable connected, mount the receiver on the camera’s hot shoe, then turn the receiver and the camera on. - Page 20 Pro2-EOS Compass calibration Calibrating the compass via camera setting 1. Select [GPS device settings] One the EOS-1D X and other models that display the following screen, set [ GPS device] to [Enable], and then select [GPS device settings]. 2.Set [Digital compass] to [Enable] 3.Select [Calibrate digital compass].
- Page 21 Pro2-EOS Compass calibration IMPORTANT: When you finish performing the steps upon, you must press the [ENTER] button on the Pro2-EOS receiver. Once you press the [ENTER] button, the camera displays the following screen which indicates the calibration completed.
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Page 22: Magnetic Declination Adjustment
Pro2-EOS Magnetic declination adjustment If necessary, the direction can also be magnetic declination adjusted. This adjustment is sometimes required to compensate for the difference between magnetic north and true north, which can vary depending on one's geographic position. Doing the magnetic declination adjustment Press the [MENU] button repeatedly to access the Custom Setting #10 <DIR>. -
Page 23: Specification
Pro2-EOS Specification EOS 1DX, 5DMarkIII,7D, 70D,700D,650D, 100D please refer to our website to learn the latest compatible camera models. MTK MT3329 66 parallel searching, 22 tracking channels. Tracking sensitivity: -165dBm Reacquisition <1sect. Without aid: 3.0M 2D-RMS Position DGPS (WAAS,EGNOS,MSAS,RTCM): 2.5M... -
Page 24: Warranty
·Solmeta Technology Co. Limited guarantees this product to be free from manufacturing defects and workmanship for a period of two-years from the date of original purchase. During the two-year warranty period, Solmeta Technology will repair or replace the product free of charge if defective. Please keep your original invoice as proof of purchase. -
Page 25: Mounting Illustration
Pro2-EOS Mounting illustration... -
Page 26: Contact/Service
Technical Service. You can reach our service people by phone under the telephone number indicated below from Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Independently of these service times you can also get in touch by e-mail; Solmeta Technology Tel:+86 755 26969187 E-mail: info@solmeta.com, pol@solmeta.com www.solmeta.com... - Page 28 Shenzhen Solmeta Technology Company Add: Room 327, Building 5, Zhong Xing Industrial Town, Chuang Ye Road, Nan Shan district, Shenzhen, 518054,China Tel: +86-755-26969187 Fax: +86-755-26969187 E-Mail: info@solmeta.com Web: www.solmeta.com Print in China...
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