DxO Optics Pro V4.2 Reference Manual

DxO Optics Pro V4.2 Reference Manual

DxO Optics Pro’s precise, calibrated corrections are based on unique algorithms derived from actual measurements made on real camera bodies and lenses. Thousands of test measurements are made on each body and lens combination, with every permutation of shooting parameters.

This is why the whole DxO Optics Pro system operates using what are called ‘Correction Modules’, each unique and specific to a particular body / lens combination; for this reason, you need to make sure you have the right module(s) for the bodies and/or lenses you use. All this means that DxO Optics Pro produces extremely accurate actual corrections of measured phenomena, instead of just subjective (and often impossibly time-consuming) manual approximations.

In addition, this new version 4 of the software also includes a number of corrections that are not camera-specific, so you can make the most of other images too, and some adjustments, going beyond purely correction, that you can perform manually for creative effect.

A simple workflow
The way the DxO Optics Pro workflow is organized is perhaps worth explaining briefly. You start by creating a new ‘project’, which you can name and save, and into which you will assemble the pictures you wish to process at this time. You can then click on the “Process Now” button to start processing the images with DxO automatic presets. Alternatively, you can work on preview images to define your own corrections or adjustments. And it’s worth underlining that your original image files are left untouched, they are never altered in any way, deleted, or overwritten, so your precious originals are 100% safe at all times!

What makes DxO Optics Pro even more powerful and ergonomic, is that some or all of your chosen settings can be saved as one or more ‘presets’ that can be applied across a whole series of images — but still leaving you the possibility of making further manual adjustments too, of course! Even without the use of any manual settings at all, DxO Optics Pro can process your images fully automatically, for guaranteed improved results every time!

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GPS-Photo Link: Express Manual

GPS-Photo Link: Express Manual

GPS-Photo Link is designed to run on one computer at a time. To activate your software, begin by inserting the disc into the CD-ROM drive, installation will start automatically. When it is done, select “Run” and the program will begin by showing you the Activation screen.
When you first install the software it becomes available in trial mode. If you select “OK” the software will be begin in trial mode. This version will run for 15 days with limited features including only processing 10 photos and adding watermarks to each photo.

Using GPS-Photo Link
The GPS-Photo Link camera icon should be available on your desktop after installation. When you click on the icon you will be prompted to begin processing your photos.
Processing Photos
When you click on the GPS-Photo Link icon, the select photos window will appear on your screen. This is the first step in processing your photos.

GPS-Photo Link allows you to use embedded GPS data from the Ricoh 500SE, the Nikon CoolPix P6000, and the iPhone as well as GPS data from separate sources. On this screen you will tell GPS-Photo Link which type of GPS data you are using.
• Download - Reads the data directly from a Garmin GPS, Magellan GPS, or the GPS Datalogger.
• Use GPS Data in File - Imports GPS data that was saved by another program (or reuses data stored by downloading from a device), click on the browse button to find the file with your GPS data. If you are importing from Pathfinder Office, see specific import instructions in the online help guide.
• Use GPS Data in Photo - Imports the data that was saved as part of the photo. Select this option if you are using the Ricoh 500Se, Nikon CoolPix P6000 or a cell phone which embeds the GPS data directly into the photos (like iPhone). You may also select this option if you are planning to…

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Eclair 16mm ACL Camera Manual

Eclair 16mm ACL Camera Manual

Low profile and portability not only gives the ECLAIR ACL camera an elegant appearance, but it is a practical feature which enables the cameraman to take pictures while in a very confined space. The ACL rests low on the shoulder; in fact wherever there is headroom there is space for him to operate his camera. Examples:- seated in a moving car next to or behind the driver; in a cockpit; in a bunker; up a tree; or in any confined space where a camera is called for. The ACL is unobtrusive.

Total weight is important where there is plenty of action and mobility is the key word. The ACL with its 60m (200 ft) magazine, fully loaded, weighs 3.6 kg (8 lbs). With all its ancillaries, this camera presents no problem when climbing any structure or following any action. The ACL is truly a professional camera.

A self-blimped quiet running camera permits candid shots and unselfconscious action. The moving parts in the ACL have been kept to a minimum; it’s wedge-shaped claw slides quietly into the film perforation; it’s plane shutter and oscillating mirror reduce the whir of rotating mirror shutters; the overall noise level is better than 32 dB at 1 m (3 ft).

A crystal controlled brushless motor has been specially designed for the ACL. Incorporated in this motor are some of the features developed for spaceflight - miniaturised control, high efficiency, freedom from static etc. It is based on The Hall Effect; runs silently, draws only 0.8 A from the small rechargeable battery. No hash is added to the radio microphone signals. The speed is accurately regulated to 24 or 25 frames per second by crystal control.

Snap-on magazines, made famous throughout their range of cameras, afford the film maker the advantages of a 3 second effective re-load time and the ability to change quickly to different film stocks by pre-loading magazines. The cameraman has the choice of 60m (200 ft) core loads, standard 30m (100 ft) or 60m (200 ft) daylight loading spools.

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TUCIT – X The Ultimate Camera Interval Timer Manual

TUCIT – X The Ultimate Camera Interval Timer Manual

Inventory
1 Tucit - X comes with a plug-in infra-red lamp on a cable, a small piece of velcro, a 9 volt battery holder, a copy of this manual and 2 laminated menu summaries.
2 If your camera is to be controlled by an electrical switch you will need to acquire and attach an appropriate plug to Tucit’s blue lead.
The Name
1 TUCIT stands for The Ultimate Camera Interval Timer. Pronounce it like ‘bucket’ and the X like ‘ex’.

What Can Tucit - X Do?
1 Tucit - X is built for kite aerial photography (kap) and is also used in balloon aerial photography and various other applications.
2 Tucit provides you with 3 alternative ways to trigger your camera; infra-red ‘wireless’ controls or electrical contact switches or servos providing finger actions.
3 It provides control signals for model aeroplane servos to give you panning and tilting movements.
4 Tucit - X allows you to set virtually any interval between pictures and you can have countdown periods from 2 seconds upwards.
5 It can provide double wake-up signals for cameras which fall into sleep mode after long intervals. And, for example for film cameras, you can set a limit to the number of pictures taken each time.
6 A rig moves menu provides a number of movement options for camera rigs with either pan or pan and tilt servos. These include panning with occasional vertical lookdowns as well as three and four level panning.
7 There is a batch mode which lets you take pictures in groups - like panoramas with resting periods in between. And there’s a series mode which may help your camera to take bracketed exposures – i.e. a series of 3 pictures between every move. Alternatively it can hold down (delay) finger shutters to take burst or bracketed shots.
8 There is also a kap session menu so that you can achieve multiple objectives whilst your camera is in the air. Or just use it to stop pictures and tilt upwards for landing.