MallinCam SDI Camera, User Manual

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MALLINCAM SDI User Manual November 11, 2014
SDI User Manual Page 13
With the Shutter Sub-Menu displayed,
press the Left or Right Button to change
the shutter time. Notice how the time
effects the image. In the image to the
right, I have set my Shutter to
1/120 .
Now press the Down Button to highlight
the RETURN selection, and Press the
Centre Button to return to the previous
Exposure Menu .
On the Exposure Menu , press the Down
Button enough times to highlight the
RETURN selection and then press the
Centre Button . You should now be at the
Main Menu .
By pressing the Down Button , highlight the
EXIT selection (the bottom choice). Now
press the Centre Button . The OSD Menu will
shut off, and the camera will save the
current settings internally.
You should now recognize how easy it is to move through the Menu system of the
Mallincam SDI. Now is a good time to review the detailed explanations of the on
screen selections. Don’t be afraid to experiment to see how a specific control
affect your image. The more comfortable you become at manipulating the
controls in the day time the easier it will be when you are under the night sky.
The MallinCam SDI is an imaging camera whose capabilities are in the hands of
the user. As you will discover, when you become more confident with the
camera, that your images will be the result of the combination both artistic
prowess and scientific skill. Both of these attributes will become enhanced as
your journey progresses and suggestions and advice from fellow explorers
sharpen your skills and enrich your adventure.
One of the first pieces of advice we can offer you is that every user environment
is different, the variety of outside obstacles, and sky brightness combined with
the ever changing weather and seeing conditions makes it impossible to
determine the precise setting for the SDI Camera. What we can do is provide
suggestions that will get you started in the right direction. We recommend that
you experiment and tweak the settings that we offer to see what works best for
you. Patience will be your best friend as you learn what the Mallincam SDI can
do, and what you can adjust. Do not be afraid to visit Night Skies Network or the
Mallincam Group on Yahoo and ask questions.