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GigaPan User Guide
3.4 Using the EPIC 100 Extra Features
The following are advanced options that are available for the EPIC 100
only.
Remote Shutter Port
The remote shutter is an option called 'Remote Port' under the 'Shutter
Method' menu item, which you will find under 'Expert Options'. 'Remote
Port' uses a cable to connect your camera to the EPIC instead of using
the button pusher. Using the 'Remote Port' method can allow for faster
image capture, and less vibration when the pictures are taken.
The remote shutter is only an option for cameras compatible with
Canon's E3 connector, typically Canon and Pentax cameras. Please see
the compatible camera list on www.GigaPanSystems.com for more
information. Please note that Panasonic uses the same mechanical
connection, but it's electrically different and will not work with the cable.
1.
In the EPIC 100 menu scroll to 'Options' > 'Expert Options '> 'Shutter
Method'. Select 'Remote Port' and press OK.
2.
Unplug the button pusher cable from the EPIC 100 (note: the
exposed contacts for the button pusher face you when plugged in).
At this point you can remove the button pusher from the EPIC 100
if you wish. Just remove the adjustment screw and slide the button
pusher out of the camera mounting plate.
3.
Plug the remote shutter cable into the EPIC 100 (note: the exposed
contacts for this cable will face you; this is opposite of the button
pusher cable).
4.
Plug the other end of the remote shutter cable into your camera.
5.
You can now set up the panorama, and your camera's shutter will be
triggered electronically through the cable.
Multiple Shutter
Multiple Shutter can be used for exposure bracketing and focus
bracketing, and can also be useful for increasing your chances of
capturing crisp pictures in adverse conditions that could cause blurry
images - such as wind gusts.
Your multiple shutter use will depend on your camera's capabilities, not
all cameras will have exposure and focus bracketing capabilities.
1.
Scroll through the EPIC 100 menu to 'Options' > 'Mult. Shutter'.
2.
Using the directional keys, select the number of pictures you would
like to take per position. Select OK.
3.
You can now set up your panorama and the number of pictures you
set will be taken at each position.
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