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- Page 1 USB-FC-110 LYNX USB FOCUS CONTROLLER USER MANUAL...
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Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Elvid Lynx USB Focus Controller. The Elvid Lynx gives you remote control over focus and exposure (including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation) for compatible cameras and lenses. This handheld battery-powered remote is compact and easy to use. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................3 KEY FEATURES .................5 BOX CONTENTS ................6 OVERVIEW ..................7 GETTING STARTED ................. 8 INSTALLING BATTERIES ............... 8 DIAGNOSTIC TEST ................9 HOW THE BUTTONS WORK ............10 FOCUS WHEEL ................13 FOCUS STEP SIZE ................14 FOCUS COMMAND SEND RATE ..........15 FUNCTIONS ..................16 CONTROLLER OPERATION ............17 USING RIG MOUNTS ..............22 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............23... -
Page 5: Key Features
FEATURES • Mode-switching USB focus controlling device • Complete exposure control: shutter, aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation • Live View control • LCD display for adjustment settings • Multiple focus options in still mode • Four focus point presets in video mode •... -
Page 6: Box Contents
CONTENTS • Elvid Lynx USB Focus • 2 × AA Batteries Controller • Retro Leather Case • Dual Pipe Rig Mount • Wrist Strap (for case) • Single Pipe Rig Mount • User Instruction Manual • USB Cable – 5 ft. -
Page 7: Overview
OVERVIEW / Exposure 8. Indicator Bulb Compensation / 9. Focus Step Size / Focus Near Stop Command Send Rate / Shutter Speed / 10. Digital Zoom / Focus Pt. Live-View On-Off / Aperture / Focus Pt. 11. Autofocus / Shutter / ISO / Far Stop Release /... -
Page 8: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Do not remove the Elvid Lynx controller from its case by pulling on the wheel; open the case, turn it over with one hand, and allow the controller to slide into your other hand. This will reduce wear and tear on the focusing wheel. -
Page 9: Diagnostic Test
DIAGNOSTIC TEST A diagnostic mode allows you to test the buttons on the Lynx. Before you connect it to a camera, turn the switch from Off to Still or Video. Push each button briefly, and the indicator bulb will blink green if the button is functioning correctly. -
Page 10: How The Buttons Work
HOW THE BUTTONS WORK All of the buttons on the Lynx have multiple functions. These are accessed by giving the button a short press, a long press, or by keeping your finger on the function button while moving the center wheel. - Page 11 4. ISO [ a. Short-press: Move focus point up b. Long-press: ISO 5. Aperture [ a. Short-press: Move focus point right b. Long-press: Aperture 6. Shutter speed [ a. Short-press: Move focus point left b. Long-press: Shutter speed 7. Exposure compensation [ a.
- Page 12 Video Mode 1. Autofocus/start-stop video a. Half-press: Autofocus b. Long-press: Start/stop video 2. Digital zoom/Live-View on-off a. Short-press: Toggle digital zoom – 1x/5x/10x b. Long-press: Live View on/off 3. Focus step size/focus command send rate a. Short-press: Focus step size b.
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Page 13: Focus Wheel
FOCUS WHEEL You have a choice of the direction in which the Focus Wheel turns. To change the rotation direction of the wheel, the Lynx Focus Controller must be turned on, and the camera must be turned off or disconnected from the Lynx. 1. -
Page 14: Focus Step Size
FOCUS STEP SIZE There are three focus step sizes available when controlling a camera. The bigger the step size, the quicker the focus moves. Focus step size is saved automatically, so you don't need to reset it each time you turn the Lynx on. 1. -
Page 15: Focus Command Send Rate
FOCUS COMMAND SEND RATE Focus command send rate is one of the most important settings on the Lynx Focus Controller. It determines how quickly focus is adjusted and allows accurate and repeatable saved focus points. 1. When the Lynx is in Still 3. -
Page 16: Functions
FUNCTIONS Live View On/Off Long-press the Live-View [ ] button to turn the Live View display on and off. Note: The Canon EOS 7D and 500D/T1i cameras ignore Live View "On" commands while in video mode. You will need to manually activate Live View on the camera in these cases. -
Page 17: Controller Operation
CONTROLLER OPERATION Still Mode The Still Mode is used for taking still photographs. The functions in white text accompanied by arrows will only work in Still mode, not in Video mode. Switch the Lynx to Still Mode. Long-press the [ ] button. - Page 18 Note: Adjust ISO, aperture and shutter speed when the camera is in M/AV/TV/P mode. Adjust Exposure compensation when the camera is in AV/TV/P mode. To use Autofocus and image capture, half-press the red Autofocus/shutter release button to autofocus. The LED will turn from red to green. Fully press the button to release the shutter.
- Page 19 Video Mode Begin by switching both the Lynx and the camera to video mode. Long-press the [ ] button to enter Live View. The names of buttons below refer to the blue-colored labels to the right of the buttons, which are used for the Video mode.
- Page 20 To move to any of these focus areas after you've set them, simply short press the button for the focus area you want to use. To delete a focus area, long press the button for the focus area you wish to delete until the green light blinks twice.
- Page 21 Initiating autofocus through the camera. Continuing to turn the wheel or holding a directional focus button down after the focus reaches the end of the focus range. Using a lens model with varying focus increments, resulting in focus point shift. Note: Some lenses have a focus point shift.
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Page 22: Using Rig Mounts
USING RIG MOUNTS The Lynx can be mounted in many configurations. A Single Pipe Rig Mount and a Double Pipe Rig Mount are included with the Lynx. Both mounts are designed for use with standard 15 mm rods. To use the Single Pipe Rig Mount, attach the mount to the bottom of the Lynx using the 1/4"-20 mounting screw. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLE- SHOOTING Problem: Controller does not Problem: Camera displays turn on. error or is not responsive. · Insert fresh batteries. · Check that the camera is compatible with the Lynx. · Make sure the batteries are in the correct · Make sure the batteries orientation. - Page 24 Problem: Button presses Problem: Focus occasionally seem difficult. pauses or moves unevenly. · Executing specific · Make sure the focus functions that require command send rate is not you to hold a button too fast for the specific don't always work. This combination of lens, indicates a stuck or focus step size, and focal...
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Page 25: Compatibility
COMPATIBILITY Compatible cameras: Canon EOS Rebel T3, T1i (500D), 5D Mark II, T2i (550D), 5D Mark III, T3i (600D), and 1D Mark IV EOS 60D, SPECIFICATIONS USB FOCUS CONTROLLER Power Supply: 2 × AA batteries Current: < 50mA Dimensions: (L×W×H) 4.52˝ × 2.26˝ × 1.94˝ (11.4 ×... -
Page 26: Warnings
• Make sure the item is intact and that there are • Do not attempt to no missing parts. disassemble or repair the equipment—doing so • All photos are for will void the warranty, illustrative purposes and Elvid will not be only. -
Page 27: Warranty
To obtain warranty coverage, contact Elvid to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Elvid, along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk. - Page 28 www.elvidcinema.com...
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