Precision Panoramic
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Precision panoramic imaging system
User Guide
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Indexer System Guide October 2004
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Index
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NTRODUCTION
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1.1 Precautions
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1.2 Power
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1.3 Lens Cap and lens Hood
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1.4 Lifting the unit with cover removed
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1.5 Scan Control
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1.5.1 Using the primary control button.
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1.5.2 Using the remote control button
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2 CAMERA SETUP 7
2.1 Focus
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2.2 Image Quality
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2.3 Automatic Image Rotation
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2.4 File Numbering
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2.5 Metering and drive mode
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2.6 Controlling Exposure
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2.6.1 ISO
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Aperture 8
2.6.3 Shutter Speed
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2.7 White Balance
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2.8 Manual Exposure
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2.9 Controlling In-camera processing
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2.10 General Operation
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2.10.1 Image Review and Storage
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2.10.2 Exposure Compensation
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2.10.3 Power
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Indexer System Guide October 2004
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1 Introduction
The ABSL Indexer is a panoramic camera system for the capture of calibrated 360°images.
It consists of a high precision rotation system that orientates a calibrated digital single lens reflex (DSLR)
camera in a horizontal circle.
Eight high-resolution images are captured in a full 360°scan and they are saved to Compact flash.
The images are combined into a Hazmap project by the DCIM2Project module. This module also
monitors the quality of the images and possible errors in the camera settings.
1.1 Precautions
The indexer is a complex precision device and should be handled with care.
1. Do not subject the device to sudden shocks or knocks. When shipping the unit use the protective
carry case supplied.
2. Lift the unit either by the top handle or fixed plate (see below). Never lift using the rotating plate or
camera assembly.
3. Only use PP3 batteries to power the indexer.
4. Outdoors it is best to operate the system with the top cover fitted to offer additional protection.
5. Do not subject to heavy rain, excess moisture or extremes of heat / cold (for example leaving the
system exposed to the sun in a vehicle).
6. Keep the lens cap on when the system is not in use.
7. Avoid touching or knocking the front lens element. Small specs of dust are better left alone or
removed by a camera lens brush or clean air spray designed for the purpose.
8. Take extreme care if cleaning of the front lens element proves necessary. Only use materials
specifically designed for the maintenance of camera optics such as PecPads and Eclipse cleaning
fluid.
9. The camera manual provides details on precautions in the use of the compact flash cards and Canon
battery / charger.
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1.2 Power
The unit requires a good quality alkaline PP3 battery to be fitted. Unscrewing the black thumbscrew at the
base of the cover plate accesses the battery compartment. Take care to connect the battery with the correct
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larity.
The battery will last for a typical working day. It should be removed if the unit is not to be used for a long
period of time to avoid potential damage if it should leak.
If the LED on the unit or remote control flashes rapidly after a scan it indicates that the battery is running
low and should be replaced as soon as possible.
The unit should not be connected to an AC adapter or other alternative power source.
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