OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CINETAPE 2
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ADJUSTING the SENSITIVITY
The sensitivity of the CineTape2 is adjustable in 5% steps from 0% (off) to 99% (maximum). Lower
sensitivity settings are useful in small areas that have hard surfaces, such as kitchens or bathrooms. Low
settings are also practical when measuring through doorways or open windows, so that the doorframe
does not affect the sense signal. Higher sensitivity settings are better when the subject is farther away
from the sensors. The reflectivity of the subject is important when setting the sensitivity. For example, a
subject with a fuzzy sweater may absorb more of the signal and therefore require a higher setting. In
addition, the size of the subject, the curvature and angle of the subject are important when selecting the
sensitivity. The green Sense LED indicator is a good guide as to the strength of the signal with respect to
the subject. For best operation, the green Sense LED should glow steadily, without blinking.
To enter the sensitivity adjustment mode, momentarily push (click) the Red Knob. The yellow Sensitivity
LED indicator glows. While the indicator is glowing, rotate the Red Knob to change the sensitivity in 5%
increments. The Distance Display momentarily shows the sensitivity setting as a two-digit number for
about one second as it is changing. The selected setting is saved into memory by pushing (click) the Red
Knob. This also turns the yellow Sensitivity indicator off.
SIGNAL SHAPE & PATTERN
The CineTape2 uses high frequency sound to measure distance. The measurement area is not visible;
therefore, it is important to understand how the shape of the measurement area is controlled by the
sensitivity setting.
The 3-dimensional pattern of the measurement area is similar to an ice cream cone with a scoop of ice
cream. The tip (apex) of the pattern starts at the horns. The diameter of the pattern expands as the
distance increases. As the signal begins to reach its limit the cone shape diameter decreases to form a
round ice cream scoop shape.
Sensitivity settings can be tricky. So, as a guide, with the Sensitivity set at 99%, the diameter of the
pattern, at 10 feet, is 3 feet. This is a large area. To reduce this area, lower the sensitivity setting to 50%.
The diameter of the pattern will be reduced 50%, to roughly 18 inches.
The factory setting for Sensitivity is 70%.
EXTENSION TUBES
Attaching the Cinematography Electronics Extension Tubes to the horns will reduce the overall diameter
of the pattern approximately 20%.
POWER-UP MENU
The Power-up Menu provides settings and adjustments, such as Display Brightness, Close Focus
Distance, Display Resolution and Feet or Meters selection.
The CineTape2 offers two different paths for accessing the Power-up menu. The first method is the same
as the CineTape 1 (original). Simply unplug the power cable, and then plug it back into the CineTape
while pushing and holding the red knob. The second method is new and unique to the CineTape2. Just
turn off the CineTape2 by pushing & holding the power button, then power back on, by tapping the power
button while pushing in and holding the red knob.
Once in the power-up menu, rotate the red knob to the desired setting, then momentarily push (click) to
save the setting into memory. This advances the menu to the next power-up item.
Following is a list of the details for each item in the power-up menu:
