
ES-SloMo USB
USB Tactile Control Surface
Operations Manual

ES-SloMo and ES-SloMo USB are trademarks of JLCooper Electronics.
All other brand names are the property of their respective owners.
ES-SloMo User’s Manual, Third Edition
Part Number 932108
2009 JLCooper Electronics, 142 Arena Street, El Segundo, CA 90245 USA
(310) 322-9990 ¬ (310) 335-0110 www.jlcooper.com
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Table of Contents
Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Connecting --------------------------------------------------------------- 5
JLCooper Electronics Limited Factory Warranty--------------- 6
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Introduction
The ES-SloMo USB is a compact controller for video editing
applications. The ES-SloMo USB is a companion product to
software based applications.
ES-SloMo features include professional transport buttons,
professional Jog/Shuttle Wheel for convenient picture search
operations, a high quality TBar for Slow Motion and shuttle tape
operation, an easy to read 2 x 16 VF display for accurate editing, a
full size numeric keypad, fast access function keys and an
integrated data and power cable to minimize desktop clutter.
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Connecting
Connecting the ES-SloMo is straightforward. Simply connect the
ES-SloMo USB to a free USB port on your computer. The ESSloMo USB is powered from the USB port. The ES-SloMo USB d
should be plugged into a self powered hub.
Windows XP SP2 and later, Vista and Windows 7 include drivers
that allow the ES-SloMo USB to appear as a virtual serial port.
Drivers for other operating systems can be obtained from:
http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
To configure the ES-SloMo USB to operate with a specific
software application, refer to the setup documentation for that
software application.
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JLCooper Electronics Limited Factory Warranty
JLCooper Electronics ("JLCooper") warrants this product to be free of defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. This
warranty is non-transferable and the benefits apply only to the original owner. Proof of
purchase in the form of an itemized sales receipt is required for warranty coverage. To
receive service under this warranty, customers in the United States should contact the
JLCooper factory at (310) 322-9990 and talk to a service technician. If necessary, a
Return Authorization number may be issued. For our customers outside the United States,
it is recommended that you first contact your Dealer or Distributor, since they may offer
their own service or support policy. If local support is not obtainable, please send a FAX
to JLCooper's Service Department at +1 310 335 0110 with a detailed description of the
service required. Upon issuance of return authorization, the product should be packed in
the original shipping materials and shipped prepaid and insured to: Service Department,
JLCooper Electronics, 142 Arena Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. Please include the
following: copy of the sales receipt, your name and address (no P.O. Boxes, please), a
brief description of the problem, and any other related items discussed with the service
department and considered necessary to evaluate the product or effect a repair. The return
authorization number must be clearly written on the outside of the package. JLCooper
will, at its option, without charge for parts or labor, either repair or replace the defective
part(s) or unit. Shipping costs, duties, customs, brokerage and other fees to and from
JLCooper are not covered by this warranty. JLCooper's normal repair turn around time at
the factory is approximately 10 business days from receipt of product to shipping. Your
actual turn around time will include return shipping. Actual turn around time will vary
depending upon many factors including the repeatability of the customer's reported
complaint, the availability of parts required for repair, the availability of related products
needed to evaluate the product if necessary. Priority services are available at additional
cost. These should be discussed with the service representative at the time the return
authorization is issued. This warranty provides only the benefits specified and does not
cover damage, defects or repairs needed as result of acts beyond the control of JLCooper
including but not limited to: abuse, damage by accident or negligence, damage from
using incorrect power supply, modification, alteration, improper or abnormal use,
unauthorized servicing, tampering, ingress of foreign matter or failure to operate in
accordance with the procedures outlined in the owner's manual; nor for natural or manmade events such as, but not limited to flooding, lightning, tornadoes, earthquake, fire,
civil unrest, war, terrorism, etc.
THE DURATION OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER IMPLIED OR
EXPRESS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY HEREIN. JLCOOPER HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: LOSS OF
TIME, INCONVENIENCE, DELAY IN PERFORMANCE OF THIS WARRANTY, THE
LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR COMMERCIAL LOSS, AND FOR BREACH
OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. JLCOOPER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
DAMAGES OR LOSS RESULTING FROM THE NEGLIGENT OR INTENTIONAL
ACTS OF THE SHIPPER OR HIS CONTRACT AFFILIATES. THIS WARRANTY
SHALL BE GOVERENED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
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