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GigaPan EPIC Pro User Manual

GigaPan EPIC Pro
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EPIC Pro User Guide

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GigaPan EPIC Pro Specifications

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BrandGigaPan
ModelEPIC Pro
CategoryCamera Accessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 The GigaPan Solution

Overview of the GigaPan System and its components for capturing, uploading, and sharing gigapixel panoramas.

1.2 GigaPan EPIC Pro Parts

Identifies and describes the physical components of the GigaPan EPIC Pro unit.

1.3 EPIC Pro Features

Details the highlights and special features of the GigaPan EPIC Pro, including compatibility and capabilities.

1.4 Navigate the EPIC Pro Menu

Instructions on how to navigate the EPIC Pro's menu system using its buttons.

1.5 Set up the EPIC Pro Quick Menu

Explains how to customize the Quick Menu for faster access to preferred functions.

1.6 Electronic Trigger Cable Compatibility

Lists camera models and their corresponding compatible electronic trigger cables.

2. Setting up the GigaPan EPIC Pro

2.1 Get your equipment ready

Lists the essential equipment needed to start shooting panoramas with the EPIC Pro.

2.2 Charge and Install Batteries

Provides instructions on how to charge and install the EPIC Pro's battery.

2.3 Mount the EPIC Pro on a tripod

Step-by-step guide on how to securely mount the EPIC Pro onto a tripod.

2.4 Mount your camera and lens

Instructions for attaching and centering the camera and lens onto the EPIC Pro.

2.6 Set up your camera

Details how to optimize digital camera settings for panorama shooting.

2.7 Setting Functions on the EPIC Pro

Explains how to perform camera setup for accurate field of view measurement.

2.8 Set manual focus or autofocus

Discusses manual focus, autofocus, and related camera settings for optimal focus.

2.9 Minimize parallax error

Provides tips on adjusting lens position and camera rail for minimizing parallax error.

3. Using the GigaPan EPIC Pro

3.1 Start a new panorama

Step-by-step guide to initiating and capturing a new panorama.

3.2 Shoot a 360 degree panorama

Instructions for capturing a full 360-degree panorama by setting top and bottom points.

3.3 Repeat a previous panorama

Explains how to save, recall, and repeat previously captured panoramas.

4. EPIC Pro Additional Instructions and New Features

4.1 Exposure Bracketing to Capture HDR images

Details using exposure bracketing to create High Dynamic Range images.

4.2 Mirror Lock-up

Explains the Mirror Lock-up function for reducing camera shake with long lenses.

4.3 Shutter Teach

Describes the Shutter Teach function for custom timing of exposure bracketing or multiple shots.

4.4 Timelapse/Series

Instructions for using the Timelapse/Series function to capture panoramas over time.

4.5 Save/Load Config

How to save and load configurations for quick setting changes.

4.6 Last Pic Hold

Explains the Last Pic Hold function for maintaining camera readiness, especially for timelapse.

4.7 Shutter Feedback

Details the Shutter Feedback function for detecting and retrying shutter triggers.

5. Exploring GigaPan.com

5.1 View and Share

Describes how to view, comment on, and share panoramas on GigaPan.com.

5.2 Embed your panorama

Instructions on how to embed panoramas on other websites using HTML code.

5.3 Place your panorama on Google Earth

Guide to sharing panoramas by placing them on Google Earth.

6. Troubleshooting

6.1 My photos are blurry

Discusses common causes and solutions for blurry panorama photos.

6.2 My photos have a narrow depth of field

Explains factors affecting depth of field and how to increase it.

6.3 My camera is missing pictures, or the first exposure

Addresses causes and solutions for the camera missing pictures during panorama capture.

6.4 The electronic trigger cable is not actuating the camera shutter

Troubleshooting steps for when the trigger cable fails to operate the camera shutter.

6.5 The electronic trigger cable is not allowing the camera to autofocus

Solutions for issues where the trigger cable prevents camera autofocus.

6.6 My panoramas are distorted or misaligned

Identifies causes and solutions for distorted or misaligned panoramas.

6.7 My panoramas have vignetting

Explains vignetting and methods to minimize it during capture and post-processing.

7. Tips and tricks

7.1 Shoot more than you need

Advice on capturing larger panoramas than necessary to allow for cropping.

7.2 Shooting in different environments

Tips for shooting panoramas in various outdoor and indoor environments.

7.3 Night shots

Guidance on capturing panoramas at night, focusing on exposure and vibration reduction.

7.4 City scenes

Tips for shooting panoramas in urban environments, addressing moving objects and buildings.

7.5 Create Games: Hide & Seek

Instructions on how to turn panoramas into interactive 'Hide & Seek' games on GigaPan.com.

7.6 Panoramas in Motion: Capturing a Crowd

Advice for shooting panoramas of events with motion, like crowds or races.

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