Helicon FB Tube – Configuration

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Mounting and detaching Helicon FB Tube

Helicon FB Tube has the same mount as the lens. Detach the lens from camera, attach Helicon FB Tube, then attach lens to Helicon FB Tube. Make sure that both the tube and the lens are properly locked.

Camera and lens settings

The general algorithm of using Helicon FB Tube on both Canon and Nikon cameras is as follows:

• Adjust the camera settings
• Configure the Helicon FB Tube using the Configuration utility
• Shoot the stack

Possible camera and lens configurations:

After all the adjustments have been made, press the shutter button and hold it down to shoot a series of shots. Focus will shift by a configured step after each frame.
 

Configuring Helicon FB Tube settings

When used for the first time Helicon FB Tube settings are to be configured.

Configuration process includes setting of the step by which the focus will be shifted after each shot and the shooting direction (towards camera or towards infinity) in the Configuration Utility. The step is measured in arbitrary units.

To configure the Helicon FB Tube please follow these steps:

• Download and install Configuration Utility for Android or iOS. Or search for 'Helicon FB Tube' in Google Play or App Store
• Insert the magnetic cable into the 3.5 mm headphones output of your device and use the other end of the cable to connect to the tube
• Set the required parameters (camera, lens, aperture) in the Configuration Utility
• Press the Send button. The configuration is considered to be successful if the LED indicator blinks green

Nikon:

Helicon FB Tube stores separate set of parameters for the 5 most recently used lenses. If you’re using one of the five most recently used lenses, there’s no need to configure the Helicon FB Tube again, unless you need to change the configuration parameters.
 
Handling Cautions

• Make sure that the rear end of the lens is covered with the cap every time it is taken off the camera in order to avoid soiling and scratching.
• Make sure that the Helicon FB Tube is protected with caps in order to prevent dusting and damaging of contacts.
• Do not apply excessive force to the lens or the camera. This may damage the tube.
• Be cautious with heavy lenses. Use lens mount to minimize load on the tube mount.

LED Signals

Downloads

In order to configure Helicon FB Tube please install the Configuration Utility. It's available for Win, Mac OS, Android and iOS.

Helicon FB Tube Configuration Utility for Android

Helicon FB Tube Configuration Utility for iOS

Helicon FB Tube Configuration Utility for Win (desktop only)

Helicon FB Tube Configuration Utility for Mac OS