Sinar eShutter Operating Instructions Manual

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Sinar eShutter

Operating Instructions

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Sinar eShutter

Operating Instructions

Contents:

1. Introduction 3

1.1 Connection

2. The Interface Box 4

2.1 Connections (front)

2.2 Connections (rear)

3. Computer Software 6

3.1 eShutter Control

3.2 Operating Elements

3.2.1 Flash Synchronization

3.2.2 Exposure Mode

3.2.3 Setting the Aperture

3.2.4 Shutter Speed

3.2.5 f-stops

3.2.6 Short Keys

3.3 Preferences 10

4. Operation via Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod touch

4.1 Connecting the Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod touch to he computer

4.2 Using the Sinar App

4.3 Preferences

5. Configuration 12

6. Technical Data 16

7. Accessories 17

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1. Introduction

The revolutionary Sinar eShutter sets new standards in modern high-end photography. For

example, when working with a view camera such as the Sinar p3, the integrated microproces­sors guarantee precise settings and very fast shutter speeds up to 1/125 sec. The unique shut­ter technology uses 7 instead of 5 shutter blades, thus achieving a practically round aperture.
Modern materials and electronic components made the small size and the light weight of the
eShutter possible, as well as the connections to different camera platforms.

The Sinar eShutter is a completely integrated modular system. Thanks to this open architec-

ture, it is also possible to attach the Sinar eShutter to other cameras. The applied technology
permits the conversion of existing lenses of the “0” size.

1.1. Connection:

The Sinar eShutter is controlled by means of a cable that is connected directly to the Interface

Box. Power is also supplied via the Interface Box. Details are listed under Point 2.

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A B C D E

2. The Interface Box

2.1. Connections (front):

The following diagram shows the various connection possibilities on the front side of the
Interface Box.

A Connection for Sinar manual cable release.
Socket for use with the Sinar Sliding Adapter. If a Sliding Adapter is not used, a Sinar Manual
Cable Release can be connected directly to this socket.

B Readiness Indicator
When the green LED lights up, the shutter is ready for action.
When the red LED lights up, the capacitors are not yet charged up suffi ciently, so that the
shutter system is not yet operational.

C Socket for other manual cable releases.

D Serial Interface / X Contact
Connection to a Digital Back
Serial Cable (440.18.261 or 44018.262) for Sinar applications
X Contact Cable (440.18.263) for other digital backs

E USB port for the connection to a computer. This connection transmits the data from the
computer to the Interface Box or to the lens. This connection simultaneously incorporates
the power supply.

IMPORTANT: Using the USB port for the power supply reduces the exposure sequence rate.
An exposure sequence of 1 image per second can only be achieved by using an external
power supply.

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F G H I

2.1. Connections (rear):

The following diagram shows the various connection possibilities on the rear of the Interface Box.

F Socket for the Sinar Power Supply
This port serves for connecting the standard Sinar Power Supply.

G Socket for other Power Supplies
This port serves for connecting other power supplies.
IMPORTANT: The power supply must yield an output between 5 and 12 Volt. Power supplies
that have a different output may damage the Interface Box and the Sinar eShutter. That will
automatically void all warranties and guarantees of the Sinar equipment

H Socket for the connection to the lens

I X Contact for fl ash synchronization

IMPORTANT: Using a power supply other than a mains connection, i.e. using the USB port as a
power supply reduces the exposure sequence rate. An exposure rate of 1 image per second can
only be achieved by using an external power supply.

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3. Computer Software

3.1. eShutter Control

The software automatically reads the corresponding apertures on
the lens. That eliminates the need for manual setting of the
preferences and prevents the setting of incorrect aperture values
(f-stops).

3.2 Operating Elements

3.2.1 Flash Synchronization

The fl ash is triggered at the start of the exposure.

The fl ash is triggered at the end of the exposure.

With this setting the fl ash synchronization is switched off.

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3.2.2 Picture mode

Single exposure mode

Exposure sequence mode

Bracketing
Activating an exposure sequence. The number of exposures and the bracketing of the
aperture values (f-stops) are set under “Preferences” (Chapter 3.3).

Selftimer
Activating the selftimer function. The values for the selftimer function are set under
“Preferences” (Chapter 3.3).

3.2.3 Setting the aperture (f-stop)

With this setting, the aperture is fully open.

With this setting the aperture is set at the working aperture.

Open the shutter.

Close the shutter.

Activate the shutter.

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3.2.4 Exposure Time / Shutter Speed

Moving the slider upward lengthens the exposure time / reduces the shutter speed.
Conversely, moving the slider downward shortens the exposure time / increases
the shutter speed.

The exposure times / shutter speeds can also be changed via the “+” and “-“ symbols.
Exposure times can be selected from 32 seconds to 1/125 sec.

3.2.5 Aperture Values / f-stops

Moving the slider upward sets higher f-stop numbers, i.e. smaller apertures,
Conversely, moving the slider downward sets smaller f-stop numbers, i.e. larger
apertures.

The aperture values / f-stops can also be set via the “+” and “-“ symbols.

3.2.6 Shortcut Keys

All the ‘Shortcut Keys’ are listed under “CONTROL” in
the menu.

These shortcut keys allow quick access to the functions,
thus providing easy and efficient operation of the Sinar
eShutter.

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3.3 Preferences

Preferences can be called up via the “p” shortcut key or via
that title on the menu.

Exposure - Step Size
Pre-setting the aperture steps on the shutter.
The following aperture steps can be selected: 1/6, 1/3, 1/2, 1.

Multiple Captures
Number of exposures: Setting the number of exposures.
Pause between exposures: Setting the length of the pause between individual
exposures. The pauses are calibrated in seconds.

Bracketing
Number of exposures: Setting the number of exposures.
Step size: Setting the steps for the exposure series.

The following steps can be selected: 1/3, 1/2, 1, 2.
Pause between exposure: Setting the length of the pause between exposures .
The pauses are calibrated in seconds.

Selftimer
Pre-setting the delay between the activation of the shutter release button and
the actual exposure.

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4 Operation via an Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch

4.1 Connecting an iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch to the computer

The successful App for operating the Sinar eShutter via an iPhone or an iPad
is available free of charge in iTunes.

The connection to the computer is to be established via a network setting,
as follows:

A - When a local network is not available from the router:

Select the desired network under “Settings - Wi-Fi” on the iPhone or iPad.
That will connect your iPhone or iPad with your local network.
Control of the Sinar eShutter via the iPhone or iPad is now activated.
IMPORTANT: The software in the computer must be activated.

B - Direct via WLAN, when a local network is not available.

To set up a computer-to-computer network, proceed as follows:

1. In the menu, activate “Air Port”, then select “set up new
network”.

2. Assign a name to the network that is to be set up and confi rm
it with “OK”.

3. On the iPhone or iPad, under “General Settings – Wi-Fi”, call up

the network that has just been set up.

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4.2 Using the Sinar App

The App for operating the the Sinar eShutter via an iPhone is available free
of charge in iTunes.
The link can also be found under www.sinar.ch

The functions of the Sinar software are identical to the operation with
your computer.

The connection to the computer should be made via the network setting.

1. Set the computer for WLAN;

2. Start the software on the computer (it may be activated in the
background)

4.3 Preferences

The Preferences are called up via this button.

The settings are identical to those described in the software under Point 3.3.

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5 Konfigurationen:

Sinarback eVolution 86H / 75H / 54M with Sinar p3 Adapter Kit – without LC-Shutter:

491.81.000 Sinar p3

552.45.033 SB 54M-86H/Sinar p3 Adapter Kit

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.261 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 50 (RJ45 to RJ12)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

440.18.271 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 100 (RJ45 to RJ12)

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

Sinarback eVolution 86H / 75H / 54M with Sinar p3 Adapter Kit – with LC Shutter:

491.81.000 Sinar p3

552.45.033 SB 54M-86H/Sinar p3 Adapter Kit

551.65.020 LC Shutter 100

547.81.0xx Adapter Ring 100/Mxx

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.261 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 50 (RJ45 to RJ12)

551.65.021 LC Shutter/Sinarback Adapter Cable

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

440.18.271 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 100 (RJ45 to RJ12)

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

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Sinarback eVolution 86H / 75H / 54M with Sliding Adapter – without LC-Shutter:

491.81.000 Sinar p3

551.32.094 Sliding Adapter 100 HB-V, 54M-86H

552.45.050 SB 54M-86H/Hasselblad GEN Adapter Kit
(included in 551.32.094)

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.261 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 50 (RJ45 to RJ12)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

440.18.271 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 100 (RJ45 to RJ12)

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

Sinarback eVolution 86H / 75H / 54M with Sliding Adapter – with LC Shutter:

491.81.000 Sinar p3

551.32.094 Sliding Adapter 100 HB-V, 54M-86H

552.45.050 SB 54M-86H/Hasselblad GEN Adapter Kit
(included in 551.32.094)

551.65.020 LC Shutter 100

551.65.021 LC Shutter/Sinarback Adapter Cable

547.81.0xx Adapter Ring 100/Mxx

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.261 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 50 (RJ45 to RJ12)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

440.18.271 Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable 100 (RJ45 to RJ12)

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

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Sinarback eMotion with SB eMotion/Sinar m Adapter Kit:

491.81.000 Sinar p3

552.36.082 SB eMotion/Sinar m Adapter Kit

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.262 Sinar eShutter/eMotion Trigger Cable 50
(RJ45 to Lemo Trigger-In)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

440.18.272 Sinar eShutter/eMotion Trigger Cable 100
(RJ45 to Lemo Trigger-In)

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

Sinarback eMotion with Sliding Adapter :

491.81.000 Sinar p3

551.32.096 Sliding Adapter 100 HB-V, eMotion

552.36.070 SB eMotion/Hasselblad V Adapter Kit
(included in 551.32.096)

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.262 Sinar eShutter/eMotion Trigger Cable 50
(RJ45 to Lemo Trigger-In)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

440.18.272 Sinar eShutter/eMotion Trigger Cable 100
(RJ45 to Lemo Trigger-In)

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

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Sinar p3 with Third-Party Digital Backs without Sliding Adapter:

491.81.020 Sinar p3 RV

556.64.xxx Sinar p3/HB-V or HB-H or Mamiya Adapter Kit

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.263 Sinar X-Contact Cable (RJ45 to X-Contact)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

Sinar p3 with Third-Party Digital Backs with Sliding Adapter:

491.81.020 Sinar p3 RV

551.32.095 Sliding Adapter 100 HB-V, basic
(alternatively 551.32.097 or 098)

443.86.xxx Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar eShutter

552.15.001 Sinar eShutter Control

440.18.264 USB Cable 5m

440.18.263 Sinar X-Contact Cable (RJ45 to X-Contact)

Optional: 523.11.053 Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

552.15.020 Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

551.43.060 Sinarback Hand Release Cable

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6. Technical Data

Digital Parameters Sinar eShutter

Fastest Shutter Speed / Shor­test Exp osure Time

1/250 Sekunde

Shutter Size

Grösse 0

Aperture / f-stop Steps

1/6 Steps

Shutter Ac tivations

200‘000

Exposure S equences

Max. 1.5 Exposures per second

Flash Synchronization

X Contact, Early Synch., Late Synch., M Signal (Sinar),
Wake-up Mode Sensor

Power Supply in the Studio

Mains Power Supply

Mains Voltage for the Power
Supply

100V - 240V

Power Supply Outdoors

Battery Operation (in construction)

Batter y Recharging Time

3 Hours

Operating Time on Battery
Power

8 Hours

Shutter Control

Mac Computer / PC, iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

Computer Connection

USB 2.0 Full Speed

Operating Temperatures

0 – 45 °C / 32 – 113 °F

Dimensions and Weight

Diameter: 76 mm / 3 inches
Thickness: 17 mm / 11/16 inches
Weight: 200 grams / 7 ounces

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Sinar eShutter Control

552.15.001

Sinar eShutter Control Bracket

552.15.020

Sinaron Digital Lens with Sinar

eShutter - 443.86.xxx

7. Sinar eShutter Accessories:

Sinar Power Supply 13.2 V, 4m

523.11.053

Sinarback Hand Release Cable

551.43.060

Sinar X-Contact Cable (RJ45 to

X-Contact) -440.18.263

Sinar eShutter/eMotion Trigger

Cable (RJ45 to Lemo Trigger-In)

- 50cm 440.18.262

- 100cm 440.18.272

Sinar eShutter/eVolution Trigger Cable

(RJ45 to RJ12)

- 50cm 440.18.261

- 100cm 440.18.271