GigaPan EPIC 100 - Manual (Page 9)

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2. Setting up the GigaPan EPIC
Carefully follow the steps below to capture the highest quality panoramas.
2.1 Get your equipment ready
To start shooting panoramas with your GigaPan EPIC, you will need:
• A tripod, fitted with a standard 1/4-20 tripod screw
• 6 AA rechargeable NIMH or Lithium batteries recommended (Be prepared with a spare
set of batteries, especially if using alkaline)
• Digital Camera (see compatible camera list at www.GigaPanSystems.com)
• Camera battery and/or charger
• A memory card (at least 4 GB) Make sure you have enough memory on your memory
card to take the number of pictures the panorama requires
• A memory card reader, or your camera’s USB cable
2.2 Install Batteries
1. Open the battery chamber on the side of the EPIC by
squeezing the two battery holder clips together and
pulling the holder away from the unit.
2. Remove the battery holder.
3. Install six AA batteries into the battery holder. Double
check to ensure there are no gaps between the batter-
ies.
4. Carefully re-insert the battery holder, ensuring that
both clips snap securely into place.
A few battery tips:
• Rechargeable batteries can drain even when not in use, so be sure batteries you
charged a week or so ago are still charged before you begin shooting.
• It’s a good idea to remove the battery holder from the EPIC when transporting the unit
to ensure the batteries don’t drain if the OK button is accidently bumped.
• Always keep a spare set of batteries available when shooting.
Setting up the GigaPan EPIC