iOptron AllView Pro Instruction Manual
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iPano
Product #8600
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AllView Pro
Instruction Manual
TM
Camera Mount
This product is a precision instrument. Please read the included QSG before assembling the
mount. Please read the entire Instruction Manual before operating the mount.
If you have any questions please contact us at support@ioptron.com
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Table of Content
Table of Content ........................................................................................................................ 3
1. iPanoTM AllView Pro Mount Overview .................................................................................... 5
2. iPanoTM AllView Pro Mount Assembly ................................................................................... 6
2.1. Parts List ......................................................................................................................... 6
2.2. Identification of Parts ....................................................................................................... 7
2.3. iPano Mount Assembly ................................................................................................... 8
2.3.1. Charge the battery .................................................................................................... 8
2.3.2. Attach the Mount ...................................................................................................... 8
2.3.3. Install the Dovetail Mounting Module ........................................................................ 9
2.3.4. Attach the Camera .................................................................................................... 9
2.3.5. Level the Mount: ..................................................................................................... 10
2.3.6. Adjust the Camera .................................................................................................. 11
3. iPano Mount Operation ........................................................................................................ 15
3.1. Key Pads Description .................................................................................................... 15
3.2. LCD Display Panel and Icons ....................................................................................... 15
3.3. First Time Use and Shortcut Key .................................................................................. 15
3.3.1. First Time Use ........................................................................................................ 15
3.3.2. Test Electronic Shutter ........................................................................................... 16
3.3.3. Shortcut Key ........................................................................................................... 16
3.4. Quick Test Run ............................................................................................................. 16
3.5. Turn Off the Mount ........................................................................................................ 17
4. Full Operation Menu ............................................................................................................ 18
4.1. Matrix Panorama ........................................................................................................... 18
4.2. Circular Panorama ........................................................................................................ 19
4.3. Time-lapse Photography ............................................................................................... 20
4.3.1. Total Number .......................................................................................................... 20
4.3.2. Interval Degree ....................................................................................................... 20
4.4. Customer Settings Bank ............................................................................................... 21
4.4.1. Bank ....................................................................................................................... 21
4.4.2. Autofocus ............................................................................................................... 22
4.4.3. Time/Focus ............................................................................................................. 22
4.4.4. Mirror Lock-up ........................................................................................................ 22
4.4.5. Lock-up Time .......................................................................................................... 22
4.4.6. Period/Exposure ..................................................................................................... 23
4.4.7. Shutter Length ........................................................................................................ 23
4.4.8. Shutter Feedback ................................................................................................... 23
4.4.9. Shutter Retries ........................................................................................................ 23
4.4.10. Pretrigger Delay .................................................................................................... 24
4.4.11. Camera Setup ...................................................................................................... 24
4.5. Global Settings .............................................................................................................. 24
4.5.1. Aspect Ratio ........................................................................................................... 24
4.5.2. Picture Overlap ....................................................................................................... 24
4.5.3. Rotate Tall .............................................................................................................. 25
4.5.4. Multi Picture ............................................................................................................ 25
4.5.5. Interval Timer .......................................................................................................... 25
4.5.6. Brackets ................................................................................................................. 26
4.5.7. EV Step Size .......................................................................................................... 26
4.5.8. Bracket Delay ......................................................................................................... 26
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4.5.9. Start Del/Trig .......................................................................................................... 26
4.5.10. Check List ............................................................................................................. 27
4.5.11. Shutter Mode ........................................................................................................ 27
4.6. System .......................................................................................................................... 27
4.6.1. Language ............................................................................................................... 27
4.7. Firmware Information .................................................................................................... 27
4.7.1. Factory Reset ......................................................................................................... 28
4.7.2. Wi-Fi Switch ............................................................................................................ 28
4.7.3. Wi-Fi Option ............................................................................................................ 28
4.7.4. Set Beep ................................................................................................................. 28
4.7.5. LCD Contrast .......................................................................................................... 28
4.8. Camera Parameter ........................................................................................................ 29
4.9. Short Cut Key ................................................................................................................ 29
4.9.1. Latest Project .......................................................................................................... 29
4.9.2. Camera Setup ........................................................................................................ 29
4.9.3. Goto Zero Position .................................................................................................. 29
4.9.4. Set Zero Position .................................................................................................... 29
5. iPano AllView Mount Remote Control .................................................................................. 30
5.1. Connect the mount to a computer via a serial cable ..................................................... 30
5.2. Connect the mount to a computer via a Wi-Fi connection ............................................. 31
5.3. iPano Commander ........................................................................................................ 31
5.4. Connect a iPad/iPhone to a iPano mount Wi-Fi Connection ......................................... 31
6. Image Processing ................................................................................................................ 34
7. Wi-Fi Configuration .............................................................................................................. 35
8. Maintenance and Servicing ................................................................................................. 36
8.1. Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 36
8.2. iOptron Customer Service ............................................................................................. 36
8.3. Product End of Life Disposal Instructions ...................................................................... 36
8.4. Battery Replacement and Disposal Instructions ............................................................ 36
Appendix A. Technical Specifications ...................................................................................... 37
Appendix B. iPanoTM AllView ProTM Camera Mount MENU ..................................................... 38
Appendix C. Firmware Upgrade .............................................................................................. 40
Appendix D. Supported Camera .............................................................................................. 41
IOPTRON WARRANTY ........................................................................................................... 44
Rev. 1.0 2016.07
iOptron reserves the rights to revise this instruction without notice. Actual color/contents/design may differ from those described in this
instruction.
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1. iPanoTM AllView Pro Mount Overview
The all new iPanoTM AllView Pro gigapixel camera mount is a professional solution for gigapixel
panoramas. A sturdy design with smooth and high precision pan/tilt movement make the job easy.
The iPanoTM mount is based on iOptron's astronomical equipment and electronics design. The mount is
quite, precise, sturdy and easy to operation. The built-in WIFI adapter enables wireless and network
operation of the mount.
Features:
Work with most DSLR cameras and lens
Can be operated as both AllView mount or rotating mount
5 kg (11lbs) payload for AllView and 10 kg (22lbs) payload for rotating mount
Weight 3.3 kg (7.3lbs)
High resolution and high precision
High stability with zero backlash design
Two camera mounting positions: horizontal or vertical
Low power consumption for long operation time
Lithium rechargeable batteries
Built-in WiFi connection for computer/tablet/SmartPhone
Included iPano
Remote, RS232 port for remote control
Customer firmware upgradeable
Self-locking during power outage
7 electronic trigger cables included
Padded carrying bag included
TM
Commander for computer control
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2. iPanoTM AllView Pro Mount Assembly
2.1. Parts List1
The iPano mount includes:
iPano AllView Pro mount
8.4V 2A battery charger
RS232 serial cable (RS232-RJ9)
Electronic trigger cables X7 (Canon N3, Canon E3, Nikon 10-pin, Nikon MC-DC1, Nikon
MC-DC2, Olympus RU-UC1, SONY RM-S1AM)
Vertical mounting dovetail plate
Vertical mounting dovetail plate screws X2
1/4" to 3/8" Camera Convert Screw Adapter
Hex key wrench
Padded carrying bag
Panoweaver 9.1 Standard Edition by Easypano (download from Easypano website)
One year limited warranty (90 day for Li-ion battery)
Figure 1. Package contents
ONLINE RESOURCES (check at www.iOptron.com)
Quick Start Guide
This instruction manual
Mount firmware upgrades (check online for latest version)
iPano
Reviews and feedback from other customers
Accessories
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US market only. Actual contents may vary.
TM
Commander
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2.2. Identification of Parts
Figure 2. iPano mount assembly
1. Height Lock
2. Primary Arm
3. Camera Mounting Platform
4. Dovetail Mounting Module
5. Chassis Bubble Level
6. Height Scale
7. Camera Level Indicator
8. Auxiliary Arm
9. Key Pad
10. Trigger Cable Port
11. Power Switch
12. DC Input (7.4V to 8.4V)
13. REMOTE Trigger Port
14. RS485 Port
15. RS232 Serial Port
16. Dovetail Saddle Locking Knob
17. Quick Release Plate Locking Knob
18. Camera Quick Release Plate
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2.3. iPano Mount Assembly
2.3.1. Charge the battery
The iPano AllView Pro Mount uses a lithium rechargeable battery to power the mount. Please using the
included wall plug charger (8.4V/2A) to full charge the battery after receiving the mount. The LED
indicator remains RED during the charging process and will turn to GREEN when charge is complete.
DO NOT charge the mount with a 12V AC adapter/battery pack or a car cigarette plug. ONLY
charge the mount using the included battery charger! Charge the mount battery before every
operation.
NEVER charge the battery when it is below 0°C (32°F)
A low battery waning (a flashing battery status indicator or beeps) will occur if the battery is low. You
may keep using the mount by plug in a wall plug charger or a 7.4V-8.4V DC power source through DC
port #12. NEVER use this way when it is below 0°C (of 32°F).
If you mount equipped a Direct DC Power Socket (DC 5.5mmX2.1mm) located at the bottom of the
mount (Figure 3), you can use a 7.4V portable power pack to keep operating the mount. Turn off the
mount before switch to portable power pack.
Figure 3. Direct Power Socket for 7.4V portable power pack
2.3.2. Attach the Mount
Carefully thread the iPano mount onto your tripod and make sure it is securely tightened. The mount
base has a 3/8” threaded socket. If your tripod only has a 1/4” threaded post, a 1/4” to 3/8” tripod
adapter screw (included) is needed,
Figure 4. Install the mount onto a tripod
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2.3.3. Install the Dovetail Mounting Module
Release the Dovetail Saddle Locking Knob #16 under the Camera Mounting Platform #3. Retreat the
tip of the Locking Knob #16 below the surface of the Platform. Slide the Dovetail Mounting Module #4
into the Camera Mounting Platform #3. Tighten the Locking Knob.
Figure 5. Install dovetail mounting module
2.3.4.
Remove the Camera Quick Release Plate #18 from the Dovetail Mounting Module #4 by releasing the
Plate Locking Knob #17. Install the Quick Release Plate #18 onto the camera tripod mounting hole of
your camera and align the edges. Tighten the brass screw using a coin if needed, as shown in Figure 6.
Attach the Camera
Figure 6 Mount a Quick Release Plate onto a camera
Mount the camera onto the Dovetail Mounting Module #4 by inserting the Quick Release Plate #18 into
the dovetail saddle. If the center of the lens of the camera is aligned with the tripod mounting hole, just
align the zero mark on the Quick Release Plate to the one on the dovetail saddle (Figure 7).
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Zero marks on Quick
Release Plate and
Dovetail Saddle
Figure 7 Align the zero marks
If the lens of a camera is off-centered from the tripod mounting hole by a distance C, as indicated in
Figure 8, you need to shift the zero mark on the Quick Release Plate by C to the zero mark on the
dovetail saddle.
Figure 8 A camera with an off-centered lens
Turn the Quick Release Plate Locking Knob #17 to lock the camera.
2.3.5. Level the Mount:
Adjust the tripod legs to level the mount by reading the Chassis Bubble Level Indicator #5 on the Mount
Base, as shown in Figure 9.
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Figure 9 Level the mount
Use arrow button ▼ or ▲ to adjust the level of Camera Mounting Platform #3 by reading the Camera
Level Indicator #7, as shown in Figure 10. Use Shortcut Key to set the zero position (refer to 3.3.3).
Figure 10 Level the camera on the mount
2.3.6. Adjust the Camera
When taking photographs for a stitched panorama, the entrance pupil of the camera lens needs to be
kept in a constant position when the camera is rotated to point in a different direction for each shot.
This point is sometimes referred to as the No-Parallax Point (NPP), or Nodal point, or Entrance
Pupil, which can be accomplished by adjusting the Camera Mounting Platform #3 back and forth, and
Height Scale #6 up and down, as shown in Figure 11.
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Figure 11 Adjust camera No-Parallax Point
There are two positions for Camera Mounting Platform #3: 65mm and 80mm, as shown in Figure 12. If
the distance from the base of the camera to the center of the lens is smaller than 65mm (see Figure
13), use the default setting on the Height Scale #6 (the inner scales). Otherwise, if the distance is
greater than 65mm, you need to lower the Camera Mounting Platform #3 to the 80mm position on the
Height Scale #6 and use the outer scales.
Figure 12 Maximum camera mount height 65mm and 80mm
Adjust Camera Height Position
Find the height number of the camera, the distance from the base of the camera to the center of the
lens. For example, the height number of a Canon EOS 5D Mark II is 43.5mm. Release Height Locks #1
on both Primary Arm #2 and Auxiliary Arm #8. Adjust the camera by moving the Camera Mounting
Platform #3 up and down so that the Height Scale #6 is set at the 43.5mm by reading the inner scale.
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Figure 13 Adjust camera height position
Adjust Camera No-Parallax Point
Where is the No-Parallax Point? The physical location of the optical center is unique for each lens. For
prime lenses, the No-Parallax Point (with focus at infinity) is stationary. For zoom lenses, however, the
No-Parallax Point typically shifts for each focal length. The location of the No-Parallax Point is
commonly expressed as its distance, in millimeters.
Adjust the camera position based on the total entrance pupil distance. This number is the sum of the
camera length number, (the distance between the middle of the tripod mounting hole to the base of
the lens base, or base for adapter tube,) and the entrance pupil distance of the lens.
For example, the length number of a Canon EOS 5D Mark II is 38.5mm. The entrance pupil distance of
a Canon EF 16-35 F2.8 lens is 79mm at 16mm focal length. Therefore, the total entrance pupil distance
(or NPP) is:
38.5mm +79mm=117.5mm.
Figure 14 Adjust camera entrance pupil position
Slightly loosen the Dovetail Saddle Locking Knob #16. Move the Dovetail Mounting Module #4 back
and forth so that the 117.5mm mark on the dovetail bar is aligned to the edge of the Camera Mounting
Platform #3 (refer to the inlet in Figure 14). Tighten the Dovetail Saddle Locking Screw #16.
Note: Zoom lens has different entrance pupil distance at different focal length.
You can find camera mounting hole off-center, camera height, camera length and lens entrance pupil
position parameter from panotools.org (http://wiki.panotools.org/Entrance_Pupil_Database
A More Practical Way to Find the NPP
The NPP can be determined by experimentation. Here I show to do it:
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Find two vertical objects; one near, one far. Position your equipment so that these objects line
up in the viewfinder;
Level the iPano and camera;
Set the focal length of your camera;
Start out by positioning the approximate center of your lens over the axis of rotation;
Now pan the mount left;
If the rear object appears to shift to the left, then you are ahead of the No-Parallax Point. Slide
the Dovetail Mounting Module #4 forward and try again;
If the rear object appears to shift to the right, you are behind the No-Parallax Point. Slide the
Dovetail Mounting Module #4 back and try again;
When the optical center of the lens is directly over the axis of rotation, the rear object will not
appear to move relative to the front object;
Continue until objects stay aligned when you pan left and right;
Record your results so that your setup can be re-created.
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