Phottix TR-90 - Manual

For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your product or
injury to yourself or to others, read the follow-
ing safety precautions in their entirety before
using this equipment. Keep these safety in-
structions where all those who use this equip-
ment will read them.
The consequences that could result from
failure to observe the precautions listed in this
section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that
should be read before using this Phottix
product to prevent possible injury.
Do not disassemble or modify
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
electric shock or product malfunction. Should
the product break open as the result of a fall or
other accident, remove the batteries and take the
product to a Phottix-authorized service representa-
tive for inspection.
Keep dry
Do not handle with wet hands or immerse in or
expose to water or rain. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fi re or electric shock.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
explosion or fi re.
Keep out of reach of children
This device contains small parts which may pose a
choking hazard. Consult a physician immediately
if a child swallows any part of this device.
Tu immediately in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell
coming from this device, remove the battery im-
mediately and take the device to a Phottix-autho-
rized service representative for inspection, taking
care to avoid burns. Continued operation could
result in injury.
Do not expose to high temperatures
Do not leave the device in a closed vehicle under
the sun or in other areas subject to extremely high
temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in fi re or in damage to the casing or
internal parts.
Observe precaution when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly han-
dled. Observe the following precautions when
handling batteries for use in this device:
• Use only batteries listed in this manual. Do not
mix old and new batteries or batteries of differ-
ent types.
• Read and follow all warnings and instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
• Do not short or disassemble.
• Do not expose to fl ame or excessive heat.
• Do not attempt to insert batteries upside down
or backwards.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully dis-
charged. To avoid damage to the product, be
sure to remove the batteries when leaving the
product unattended for prolonged periods or
when no charge remains.
• Should liquid from the batteries come into con-
tact with skin or clothing, rinse immediately
with fresh water.
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.: Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to com-
ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency en-
ergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guar-
antee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful in-
terference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-
cuit diff erent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/tele-
vision technician for help.
CAUTIONS
: The FCC requires the user to be noti-
fi ed that any changes or modifi cations made to
this device that are not expressly approved by
Nik on Corporation may void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables: Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Phottix for your equipment. Using
other interface cables may exceed the limits of
Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
For Your Safety
TR-90 e h t f o s t r a P
Refer to the illustrations above.
Body
Connector
Cord
Release lamp
Control panel TIMER START/STOP button
SET button
Illuminator/lock button
Arrow button Shutter-release button
Battery-chamber cover
Eyelet for strap (available separately; use
cell phone or other similar strap)
Control Panel *
Selection cursor
Timer display
Lock indicator
Low battery indicator
“TIMER ACTIVE” indicator
Speaker on/off indicator
“SET” indicator
“RELEASE” indicator
Number of shots
* The illustration inside the front cover shows
the control panel with all elements lit. In the
other illustrations throughout this manual,
elements relevant to the explanation in the
accompanying text are shown in black. Indi-
cators not mentioned in the text are shown
in gray.
Parts of the TR-90
Inserting Batteries
Slide the battery-chamber cover ( ) from the
back of the TR-90 and insert two AAA 1.5 V
LR03 alkaline batteries (available separately)
as shown.
The Low Battery Indicator ( )
The low battery indicator ( ) will blink when the
batteries are low. Ready spare batteries.
Replacing Batteries
When replacing batteries:
1 Check that the “TIMER ACTIVE” ( ) and “
LEASE” ( ) indicators are not displayed (see
right).
2 Turn the camera off and disconnect the TR-90.
3 Remove the batteries.
4 Wait until the control panel has gone out and
insert new batteries.
When the TR-90 Is Not in Use
The TR-90 is not equipped with an off . h c ti w s
To reduce the drain on the batteries when the
TR-90 is not in use, end shooting and check
that the “TIMER ACTIVE” ( ), “SET” ( ), and “
LEASE” ( ) indicators are not displayed (see
right). The drain on the batteries increases
when these indicators are fl ashing.
The Illuminator/Lock Button
Press the illuminator/lock button ( ) briefl y to
activate the control panel backlight. The back-
light will remain lit for about six seconds; press-
ing the arrow button ( ) while the backlight is
on extends the timer for another six seconds.
To lock all controls except the shutter-re-
lease ( ) and illuminator/lock buttons, press
the illuminator lock button until the lock icon
( ) is displayed in the control panel. To release
the lock, press the illuminator/lock button until
the lock icon is no longer displayed.
Parts of the TR-90 Connecting the TR-90
1 Turn the camera off .
2 Check that the “TIMER ACTIVE” ( ) and “
LEASE” ( ) indicators are not displayed.
3 Remove the 10-pin terminal cover from the
camera. Keeping the mark on the 10-pin
connector ( ) aligned with the mark on the
camera body, insert the connector as shown
and then tighten the locking nut.
Disconnecting theTR-90
After checking that the “ TIMER ACTIVE” ( ) and “
LEASE” ( ) indicators are not displayed, turn the
camera off and disconnect the TR-90. Replace
the 10-pin terminal cover.
The “TIMER ACTIVE,” “SET,” and “RELEASE” Indicators
TIMER ACTIVE Timer active; press
ER START/STOP button ( ).
SET
Settings can be modifi ed (page
8); press SET button ( ).
RELEASE
(TIMER
ACTIVE not
fl ashing)
Manual release active (page 15);
release shutter-release button
( ; if button is in HOLD position,
release shutter-release lock).
Using the TR-90
The TR-90 functions as:
• An automatic timer Choose the delay
(time before shooting starts), exposure
time, interval, and number of shots for timed
interval photography. Shutter speed can be
selected with the camera if desired.
• A manual release Take photographs
manually using the shutter-release button on
the TR-90. Photographs can be taken manu-
ally even when the timer is running.
Timed Photography
1. Adjust Camera Settings
1.1 Connect the TR-90 and turn the
camera on.
1.2 Adjust camera settings as follows (see the
camera manual for details):
Exposure mode M (manual)
Shutter speed Bulb
Interval timer Off
Focus
(continuous-servo autofo-
cus) * or M (manual)
Continuous S (single frame)
* Select “release priority” if available.
2. Set the Timer
2.1 Press the SET button ( ). “SET” will fl ash in
the control panel.
The TR-90 can be connected to the camera
after the timer has been set.
2.2 Adjust the following settings:
O s g n it t e s d e t r o p p u S n o it p ir c s e D n o it p
DELAY Delay before shutter is released
0 s to 99 hrs 59 min 59 s (in one-second increments)
LONG Exposure time
INTVL Inter
) s t n e m e r c n i d n o c e s - e n o n i( s 9 5 n i m 9 5 s r h 9 9 o t s 1 l a v
N Number of shots 1 to 399, (unlimited)
Speaker on/off (on), (off )
Delay, Exposure, and Interval Settings
Shutter closes Shutter closes
Shutter opens Shutter opens
Delay
Exposure
time
Exposure
time
Interval
Number of shots (N) Number of shots (N)
e m a r f d n 2 e m a r f t s 1 e m a r f t s 1 2nd frame nth frame nth frame
Timer starts Timer ends
Timed Photography
Timed Photography Eng
Timed Photography
Timed Photography
Setting the Timer
To ensure correct operation, choose an interval at
least one second longer than the exposure time.
When using autofocus, set the delay to two sec-
onds or more and choose an interval at least two
seconds longer than the exposure time to ensure
that the camera has time to focus. When using
long exposure noise reduction (available with
some digital cameras), the interval should be at
least twice the exposure time.
Intervals of 00:00:00 will automatically be re-
set to 00:00:01 when the SET button ( ) is pressed
to put settings into eff ect.
To set the number of shots to (unlimited),
select 1 and press the arrow button ( ) down or
select 399 and press the arrow button up.
2.3 After adjusting all settings as desired, press
the SET button ( ) to put the new settings
into eff ect. A beep will sound (if the speak-
er is on) and the “SET” indicator will go out.
The new settings will remain in eff ect until
changed or until the batteries are removed
or exhausted.
3. Start the Timer
Press the TIMER START/STOP button ( ). The
timer will start and “TIMER ACTIVE” ( ) will fl ash
in the control panel. Between shots, the con-
trol panel will show the time remaining until
the next photograph is taken. If the speaker is
on, a beep will sound three times at one-sec-
ond intervals before the shutter opens.
While the shutter is open, the control
panel will show the time remaining until the
shutter closes, and the release lamp and “
LEASE” indicator ( ) will fl ash at one-second
intervals. The number of shots remaining will
be updated each time a photograph is taken.
Control Panel Display (Timer Active)
Timed Photography
Flashes while timer is active
Between shots: Time remaining
until next shot
While shutter is open: Time remain-
ing until shutter closes
Number of shots remaining
Flashes while shutter is open
The Speaker and Release Lamp
The following illustration shows when a beep will sound ( ) and the release lamp fl ash ( ) with a delay
of 5 s, an exposure time of 4 s, and an interval of 9 s.
Shutter closed Shutter closed
Shutter open Shutter open
(s)
Timer starts
5 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 5 2 6 1 5 1 4 1 3 1 2 1 1 1 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
4. End Shooting
Shooting will end automatically when the se-
lected number of shots has been taken. To end
shooting before all photographs have been
taken, press the TIMER START/STOP button ( ).
Using the Camera to Select Shutter Speed
To take photographs at the shutter speed selected with the camera, adjust settings as follows:
Camera
Exposure mode M (manual) or S (shutter-priority auto)
Shutter speed Any
Interval timer Off
Focus mode
(continuous-servo autofocus) * or M (manual)
Shooting mode S (single frame)
MC-36
Exposure time 0 s
Interval
Longer than camera shutter speed †
* Select “release priority” if available.
†When using autofocus, choose an interval at least two seconds longer than the camera shutter speed
to allow the camera time to focus. When using long exposure noise reduction (available with some
digital cameras), choose an interval at least double the camera shutter speed.
Using the Timer
Before using the timer for extended periods,
check that the batteries have enough charge. Re-
place the batteries when the low battery indicator
(
) fl ashes in the control panel ( ).
Timed Photography
Manual Release
The TR-90 shutter-release button ( ) func-
tions in much the same way as the camera
shutter-release button.
1. Adjust Camera Settings
Connect the TR-90 and turn the
camera on. Choose exposure mode, shut-
ter speed, focus mode, and shooting mode
as desired.
2. Take Pictures
2.1 Press the TR-90 shutter-release button ( )
halfway and check focus and exposure,
then press it the rest of the way down to
take a picture. While the shutter is open,
a beep will sound at one-second intervals,
the “RELEASE“ indicator ( ) will fl ash, and
the control panel will show the time re-
maining until the shutter closes.
To keep the shutter-release button ful-
ly pressed for bulb photography, slide the
button to the HOLD position. Slide it in the
opposite direction to release the lock.
2.2 Release the button to end shooting.
The TR-90 shutter-release button can be used
when no batteries are inserted. The control pan-
el will remain off and no beep will sound.
The shutter-release button can be used to re-
lease the shutter manually while the timer is ac-
tive. Timer count-down (including the control-
panel display, release lamp, and beep) contin-
ues during manual release. If a manual release
overlaps with an automatic release, the shutter
will remain open until both exposure times have
expired.
Precautions for Use
Check the camera battery level and number
of exposures remaining before using the TR-
90 (see the camera manual for details). The
timer will continue to operate even when no
pictures can be recorded due to low battery,
lack or fi lm or memory, or lack of space in the
memory buff er (digital cameras only). An AC
adapter (available separately) is recommended
for longer sessions.
Some cameras have an AF activation
option that determines whether the camera
will focus when the shutter-release button is
pressed halfway (see the camera manual for
details). Enable shutter-release button AF-ac-
tivation when using the TR-90.
Please note that the timer is less accurate
than most watches or household clocks.
Caring for the TR-90
Do not drop: The product may malfunction if sub-
jected to strong shocks or vibration.
Keep dry: This product is not waterproof and may
malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to
high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal
mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Avoid sudden changes in tem per a ture: Sud den chang-
r o g n i r e t n e n e h w r u c c o s a h c u s , e r u t a r e p m e t n i s e
e s u a c n a c , y a d d l o c a n o g n i d li u b d e t a e h a g n i v a e l
- n o c t n e v e r p o T . e c i v e d e h t e d is n i n o it a s n e d n o c
a r o e s a c g n i y r r a c a n i e c i v e d e h t e c a l p , n o it a s n e d
s e g n a h c n e d d u s o t ti g n i s o p x e e r o f e b g a b c it s a l p
. e r u t a r e p m e t n i
: Strong static
d e c u d o r p s d l e fi c i t e n g a m o r t c e l e e h t r o s e g r a h c
d l u o c s r e t ti m s n a r t o i d a r s a h c u s t n e m p i u q e y b
. e c i v e d e h t h ti w e r e f r e t n i
A note on electronically-controlled devices: In extreme-
r a e p p a y a m s r e t c a r a h c l a u s u n u , s e c n a t s n i e r a r y l
in the control panel and the device may stop
func tion ing. In most cas es, this phe nom e non is
n r u T . e g r a h c c i t a t s l a n r e t x e g n o r t s a y b d e s u a c
the camera off , disconnect the TR-90, remove
the batteries, and then replace them once the
control panel has turned off . Caution is required
when handling the batteries, which may be hot
, n o it c n u f l a m d e u n it n o c f o t n e v e e h t n I . e s u m o rf
. e v it a t n e s e r p e r n o k i N r o r e li a t e r r u o y t c a t n o c
The control panel: LCD displays tend to darken at
high temperatures and exhibit slower response
times at low temperatures. This does not indicate
a malfunction.
Supported cameras * Nikon, Canon, Sony, Olympus, Pentax, Samsung, Kodak, Fuji, Minolta
Timer delay 0 s to 99 hrs 59 min 59 s in one-second increments
Exposure time 0 s to 99 hrs 59 min 59 s in one-second increments
Interval 1 s to 99 hrs 59 min 59 s in one-second increments
Number of shots 1 to 399, (unlimited)
Power source Two AAA 1.5 V LR03 alkaline batteries
Battery life Approximately two months of continuous shooting with a delay of 5 min, an exposure time of 4 min 56 s, and an interval of
5 min. Use of the illuminator will reduce battery life.
Operating temperature –20 – +50 °C (–4 – +122 °F)
Dimensions Approximately 155 Ч 40 Ч 18 mm (6.1 Ч 1.6 Ч 0.7 in.), excluding projections
Weight Approximately 105 g (3.7 oz), excluding ferrite core
Length of cord Approximately 850 mm (33.5 in.)
S
Hour Minute Second Minute Second
Exposure time Interval Number of shots Speaker
Setting the Timer
Use the arrow button to set the timer.
Press left or right to select, up or down
to change. The current selection is in-
dicated by the selection cursor ( ).
Adjust
settings
Setting
complete
Delay (time until shooting starts)
Press SET ( ) at any time to complete the opera-
tion and display the new settings for the selected
item. To view other settings, press the arrow but-
ton left or right. The current selection is indicated
by the selection cursor ( ). Press the SET button
to edit the current setting as described above.
Hour Second Minute Hour
TR-90
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Notices
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