ISSI LC-2 Operation Manuals

Canon® EF/EF-S Lens Controller (LC-2)

Operation Manual (Version 4.0)

Innovative Scientific Solutions, Inc.

Made in
U.S.A.

Table of Contents

Description ....................................................................................................................... 2

Specifications.................................................................................................................... 2

Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................... 2

Connections ...................................................................................................................... 3

Installation and Operation ................................................................................................ 5

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 8

Network Setup .................................................................................................................. 9

Software Operation .......................................................................................................... 11

Multi Control ..................................................................................................................... 16

Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................................................ 16

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... 19

Lenses Tested with LC-2 .................................................................................................... 22

Dimensions ....................................................................................................................... 23

Export Disclaimer .............................................................................................................. 26

For questions or comments, please contact ISSI

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Revision Date: 5/15/2018

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Power

100-240 V, 50-60Hz

Input

6V 1.5A

Interface

10/100 Mbps Ethernet

Lens Adapter

c , M42x1, T

Lens inputs

1

Presets

Unlimited, programmable

Software

Windows GUI

Warranty

1 year

ECCN

EAR99

Uses

Indoor, Outdoor

Altitude

2,000 m

Operating Temperature

2- 60 ˚C

Relative Humidity

80% (up to 31˚C), 50% (40˚C)

Description

The ISSI Canon® EF/EF-S Lens Controller (LC-2) is a control device for Canon® and Tamron®
EF/EF-S auto focus lenses. The LC-2 can operate most Canon® (USM) and Tamron® (USD)
EF/EF-S lenses including L series and IS/VC models. The device is operated via a graphical
user interface and allows for preset positions of the lens to be saved and then recalled at any
time. It can also be integrated into existing software via TCP/IP API commands in Windows
and Linux operating systems. The presets will save the position of the focus and aperture.
Since the LC-2 is an Ethernet device, it can be networked with other LC-2s or Ethernet
devices. This makes communication and physical cable connections much simpler than
traditional serial lens controllers and also allows them to be operated over a longer distance
than serial devices. The IP address of the LC-2 can be configured to match the local network.

Specifications

Environmental Specifications

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Power

Device is powered on

Ethernet

Ethernet communication connection

Lens

Connection for LC-A-CMT lens adapter

Reset

Reset switch

Connections

The Canon® lens control system consists of the control box (LC-2) and adapter (LC-2A­C/M42/T). The adapter should be selected to match the desired camera body connection.

LC-2 Control Box Back Panel

LC-2 Control Box Front Panel

On the front panel, the power and Ethernet communication connections are made.
The lens connection is located on the back panel. The side panel contains the reset switch for
the device. If the IP address is changed and forgotten, the reset switch will set the device
back to its default IP address of 192.168.2.252. Use a paper clip to reset the device, holding
for 3 seconds. Restart the software and the LC-2 will connect with its default IP address.

Lens Connection / Reset Ethernet / Power Connection

LC-2A-C Lens Adapter LC-2A-M42 Lens Adapter

The lens adapters feature an EF lens mount on one side and the option of c- or M42x1-mount
on the other. The EF side connects to the lens and the c/M42 side connects to the camera
body.

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Unboxing the LC-2 Lens Controller

The LC-2 is shipped with:

1. DC Power adapter

2. Ethernet cable

3. LC-2A-C/M42/T lens adapter

4. LC-2 lens control box

5. M3 Toolkit for mounting

6. USB drive with software and instruction manual

Connection of LC-2 to Canon® EF Lens using LC-2A-C lens adapter on c-mount camera

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Installation and Operation

The LC-2 control box has a small slotted bracket to countersink M3 hex bolts for mounting. If
the camera being used with the LC-2 has no mounting holes to mount the LC-2 control box, a
bracket will need to be made to bolt the control box. It should be mounted within 6-inches
(150-mm) of the lens connection on the camera.

Line up the mounting bracket to the camera body mounting holes. If your camera has
different mounting holes, secure with customized bracket to fit the camera. Place the M3-0.5
hex bolt in place and tighten each using M3 hex wrench. Three M3-05 bolts are supplied with
the hardware kit.

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Once the LC-2 control box is secured, connect the power adapter to universal power (110-240
VAC). Plug the power adapter to the LC-2 control box in the receptacle labeled POWER. Seat
the plug so it is fully inserted in the power receptacle. Screw the locking connector clockwise
until tight. When mounting the control box, do not position it so that the power plug is
difficult to plug in or unplug.

Connect the Ethernet cable to the NIC of the control computer or local network switch.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the ETHERNET receptacle on the LC-2. The
green and orange lights on the Ethernet receptacle will flash once communication has been
established.

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Next connect the lens adapter (LC-2A-C or LC-2A-M42) to the lens connection on the camera.
This is a screw-on connection and should be screwed on clockwise until secure.

Connect the lens to the adapter. The lens will have a red dot indicating the position of the
lens to correctly install to the adapter. Line up the red dot on the lens with the one on the
adapter and insert lens into adapter.

Align Red Dots Push Lens Into Adapter

Twist the lens clockwise until it clicks and locks. To release the lens, push down (toward the
camera) on the release button (pictured on next page) and twist the lens counterclockwise.

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Lens Controller and Lens Connected to Camera

Lens in Lock Position Push Button to Release

Once the lens is connected, connect the plug from the lens adapter to the receptacle labeled
LENS on the control box. This is a keyed connector. Rotate and push in until it slides on and
locks. Screw on clockwise until secure.

Some EF lenses have a zoom function but
they are not motorized zoom, only
manual. For these lenses, the zoom is
displayed in the interface but not
controlled. The LC- will connect with
non-AF EF lenses but will only be able to
control the aperture as they have no
motor to control focus.

Failure to install and operate the LC-
according to instructions may result in impairment or damage to the controller and attached
lens.

Maintenance

Inspect all connections and ensure they are free of debris that could prevent electrical contact
from being made. Make sure no debris is present that could cause an electrical short. Always
disconnect the device from power when performing routine maintenance inspections.

Network Setup

The network on the PC NIC (network interface card) needs to be properly configured for
communication over the network. To do this, navigate to the ‘Network Connections’ page on

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