Vello Shutterboss version ii User manual

SHUTTERBOSS

VERSION II

USER MANUAL

Thank you for choosing the Vello

ShutterBoss. This device is more than just

a remote shutter release. It features many

timer functions: self-timer, interval timer,

long exposure timer, as well as controls

for the number of continuous shutter trips.

approximately two months of continuous

shots with a delay of 5 minutes between

exposures and an exposure length of 4´56˝.

You can set the timer delays, exposure times,

and intervals up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59

seconds in one second increments. You can

select anywhere from 1 to 399 continuous

shots, or set the device to take an unlimited

number of photos.

The LCD screen has a backlit function for

low-light conditions.

The Vello ShutterBoss is great for time-

lapse recording of blooming ﬂowers,

astrophotography, etc.

We have added two new features in Ver. II:

1. POWER OFF option:

This feature gives the ability to power the

device o to conserve battery life.

2. RESET option:

This feature allows the ShutterBoss to be

reset to the default factory settings, so

that each setting doesn’t need to be reset

individually.

INTRODUCTION

• There are no user-serviceable parts inside

the device. Do not attempt to disassemble

or perform any unauthorized modiﬁcation.

• Do not operate the ShutterBoss in the

presence of ﬂammable gas or vapors.

• Do not handle with wet hands or immerse

in or expose to water or rain. Failure to

observe this precaution could result in ﬁre

or electric shock.

• Keep out of the reach of children. This

device contains small parts which may

pose a choking hazard.

• Observe caution when handling batteries.

Batteries may leak or explode if

improperly handled. Use only the batteries

listed in this manual. Make certain to align

batteries with correct polarity.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when

fully discharged. 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.

• Do not use or leave the device in

conditions of extreme heat, severe cold,

or high humidity.

• Turn o the camera’s power before

inserting or removing the remote cord.

• Dispose used batteries, packaging, and old

devices in accordance with appropriate

local environmental regulations.

SAFETY WARNINGS

FEATURES DIAGRAM Conﬁrmation LED

Display Panel

Power On/O - Timer Start/Stop button

Shutter Release Button

Battery Cover

Control Selection ButtonSet Button

Backlight/Lock Button

Eyelet For

Strap Or Lanyard

Connector

Cable

Number of Shots Function

Audible Beep Function

Time Display

Audible Beep Indicator

Number of Shots Indicator

RELEASE Indicator

SET Indicator

TIMER/ACTIVE Indicator

LOCK Indicator

Battery Indicator

Function Cursor

Self-Timer Function

Exposure Function

Interval Function

TIMER ACTIVE SET RELEASE

SELF LONG INTV No. BEEP

DISPLAY PANEL

The ShutterBoss comes in a variety of

models that are compatible with dierent

cameras. The only dierence in ShutterBoss

models is the connector on the end of the

cable. Your ShutterBoss and camera may look

dierent from those pictured in this guide.

1: Make certain the camera is turned OFF.

2: Make certain the TIMER ACTIVE and

RELEASE indicators are not displayed on

the ShutterBoss.

3: Move the camera’s remote cord socket

cover to expose the remote cord jack

and connect the ShutterBoss. (Press the

shutter release button on the ShutterBoss

only after you have turned on the camera.)

CONNECT TO THE CAMERA POWER/RESET INSTRUCTIONS

Look for this symbol.

Many camera manufacturers

use it to indicate the jack for

connecting remote devices.

• Press and hold TIMER START/STOP for

approximately 3 seconds to power the

Shutterboss timer on or o.

• Simultaneously press LOCK and TIMER

START/STOP to clear the current timer

information.

RESET ON/OFF

With the ShutterBoss you can release your

camera’s shutter manually or by using the

internal timer. Every camera handles remote

switches dierently. Be sure to follow the

instructions on using remote switches in your

camera’s manual as well as the steps in this

guide. Do not attempt to change any timer

settings during exposures or during delay or

interval countdowns.

Manual Release

The ShutterBoss can be used manually even

when there are no batteries in the device.

The display panel will be o, and no beep

will sound.

Timed Release

The ShutterBoss allows you to select any

combination of the following:

• Delay (time before the shutter is tripped)

• Exposure time (or you can set this on the

camera)

• Interval (the amount of time between a

sequence of shots)

• The number of shots to take in sequence.

You can even set the ShutterBoss to take

photos until you tell it to stop.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The ShutterBoss can be used manually

even when there are no batteries in the

device. The display panel will be o, and no

beep will sound. To use the ShutterBoss

manually:

1. After connecting the ShutterBoss

to your camera, adjust your camera

settings. Choose your exposure

mode, shutter speed, focus mode, and

shooting mode.

2. Press the shutter release button halfway

on the ShutterBoss. The camera will focus

(if set to Auto Focus).

3. Press full on the shutter release button to

take the photo. Release the button to end

shooting.

The shutter release button can also be used

to release the shutter while the timer is

active. The shutter will release, and the timer

will continue its countdown.

To lock the pressed shutter button, slide

the shutter release button forward. If your

camera is set to Bulb mode, the shutter will

stay open until you slide the locked shutter

button back and release it.

MANUAL RELEASE

The self-timer on your camera is limited in

the choices you have for setting the delay.

With the ShutterBoss you can select a

self-timed delay from 1 second to 99 hours

59 minutes 59 seconds in one second

increments.

1. After connecting the ShutterBoss to

your camera, adjust your camera settings.

Choose your exposure mode, shutter

speed, focus mode, and shooting mode.

Do not set the camera’s self-timer.

2. Make certain that the controls on the

ShutterBoss are not locked. If you see the

displayed, press the /Lock button

until the lock icon disappears.

3. Use the arrow button to set the cursor

beneath SELF. Press the left and right

arrows to move the cursor into place.

4. Press the SET button to change the

Self-Timer setting. Use the left and right

arrows to move between hours, minutes,

and seconds. Use the up and down arrows

to change the time values.

5. Press SET again to accept your selection.

6. Press TIMER START/STOP to begin timer.

SELF-TIMER DELAYED RELEASE

SELF LONG INTV No. BEEP

Hours

Cursor

Minutes Seconds

The ShutterBoss can control shutter speeds

that are much longer than your camera

can. With the ShutterBoss you can select

shutter speeds from 1 second to 99 hours

59 minutes 59 seconds in one second

increments. The conﬁrmation LED will blink

every second during a long exposure.

1. After connecting the ShutterBoss to

your camera, adjust your camera settings.

Choose your focus mode. Set the

exposure mode to B (bulb).

2. Make certain that the controls on the

ShutterBoss are not locked. If you see the

displayed, press the /Lock button

until the lock icon disappears.

3. Use the arrow button to set the cursor

beneath LONG. Press the left and right

arrows to move the cursor into place.

4. Press the SET button to change the

Exposure Length setting. Use the left and

right arrows to move between hours,

minutes, and seconds. Use the up and

down arrows to change the time values.

5. Press SET again to accept your selection.

6. Press TIMER START/STOP to begin timer.

TIMED EXPOSURE LENGTH

Hours

Cursor

Minutes Seconds

SELF LONG INTV No. BEEP

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