USB-C connection
The IQ4 have a native USB-C connection that provides fast tethering. It is
based on USB 3.1 Gen 1 which can transfer data up to 5 Gbps.
Connection for tethering
Use the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable (3 meters) to connect the IQ4 to a
computer with a USB-C port like a newer MacBook Pro. Make sure that you
insert the end with the transparent cover into the IQ4 port in order to make a
firm connection that can’t wiggle during use.
Launch Capture One version 11.2.1 (or later), and the XF IQ4 Camera System
will connect automatically. The IQ4 will show up in the Camera tool in Capture
One, and you are ready to start your capture session. (See a later chapter for
more information on shooting tethered with Capture One).
USB-C Cables
The supplied USB-C cable and the USB-C connection on the IQ4 is compatible
with all standard USB-C connections, including the ports on newer Mac’s that
have additional support for Thunderbolt 3. They are also compatible with the
USB 3.1 Gen 2 standard (data transfer up to 10 Gbps.). If you have a computer
with an USB 3.0 Type A port, use the supplied USB-C to Type A
cable.
We highly recommended that you use the supplied USB-C cables, but if you
try to use another please note that USB cables on 3 meter should be a marked
“Active”. They have a chip built-in to amplify the signal. Otherwise the
connection can become unstable.
In case you need to use longer cable distances, Phase One recommends that
you use the Gigabyte Ethernet option instead of using USB-C as the Ethernet
connection will provide superior reliability with longer cable lengths.
USB-C Power Delivery
While USB-C cables can carry su
ffi
cient power to keep the XF IQ4 Camera
System running without having to recharge the batteries, not all computer
USB-C ports will deliver that level of power.
Please read the
Power Connections
chapter for more information about the
USB-C power delivery options on the IQ4.
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