DigiSnap 3000
Digital Camera Remote Controller
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9/25/03
Rev B
V - Display Firmware Version
Displays the DigiSnap 3000 firmware version.
F - Reset All to Factory Defaults
Changes all DigiSnap 3000 configuration values to factory default.
Q - Quit to Configuration Menu
Return to the main configuration menu.
Time-Lapse Configuration Menu
This menu provides configuration of the time-lapse options.
S - Simple Time-Lapse settings
Simple Time-Lapse (STL) provides a means of taking pictures on a periodic interval. The number of
pictures to take can be configured from 1 to 255, or infinite. The interval can be set from 0 seconds (as fast
as the camera can cycle), to up to about 10 days.
STL can be initiated while operating in the Attended mode, where the user is controlling operation directly,
or in Un-Attended mode, where the time-lapse is started when the system is powered up. In un-attended
operation, there are applications where there is no need to start taking pictures immediately. For instance,
the system could be powered up, and then some time taken to place the camera into position. There is an
initial delay parameter that can also be configured.
1..8 - Advanced Time-Lapse Period
Advanced Time-Lapse (ATL) provides a means of taking time-lapse sequences, triggered at particular
times of the day. Up to eight sequences may be enabled or disabled, where the start time, number of
pictures, and interval can be configured.
T - Display Time Lapse Settings
The STL and ATL parameters are displayed.
Q - Quit to Configuration Menu
Return to the main configuration menu.
Power Control Menu
The DigiSnap 3000 provides power management for the camera system, and has been designed for use in
long-term battery operated applications, where power minimization is an important factor.
V - Toggle Video Driver / LCD
The greatest power drain on a digital camera is due to the LCD monitor on the camera. If turned off, the
power drain can be reduced significantly. In most camera models, the video output from the camera is also
disabled when the LCD is off. This command allows the LCD of the camera, as well as the video driver on
the DigiSnap 3000 to be turned on and off manually, to save power.
When using the extended protocol with the Nikon Coolpix cameras, the LCD is enabled by default, and
cannot be remotely turned off. The protocol is automatically switched to standard to allow the LCD to be
turned off. Note that even if the LCD is turned off manually, the power drain from the camera is much
higher when using the extended protocol.
