with Optic65 and Optic25 Cameras User Manual FOR OUTDOOR TRACKING ONLY unless used in conjunction with the Indoor Tracking Accessory.
Your SOLOSHOT3 In the Box Tag Base Tripod Adapter Screw Tripod Tool OpticX Camera Armband Mini USB Charging Cord The Tag 1 Power Button 2 OLED Screen 3 Function Button 1 2 3 The Base & OpticX Camera 1 Hot Shoe 2 Mono Mic 3 3.
Getting Started Charging the Base and Tag 1 Docking the Tag 2 Charging Cord & Adapter Dock the Tag, with buttons facing up, into the Accessory Port on the front of the Base. Insert the Mini USB Charging Cord into a USB outlet adapter (not included) and plug it into the Base. Attach the Tag to the Base by first inserting from the top, as depicted in the graphic below. 1.5A to 2.1A outlet adapter is required. (most tablet charger adapters) 3 Charging Time Fully charge the Base and Tag prior to use.
Preparing PreparingYour yourSOLOSHOT SOLOSHOT3 1 Micro SD Card Insert an approved Micro SD Card into the side of the OpticX Camera. You will hear a click when fully inserted. ! 2 Docking the Camera Dock the OpticX Camera to the Base by guiding it down onto the tilt drum from above, and then pushing it forward until it securely clicks into place. 3 Powering On To power on Base, press and hold the Power Button for 3 seconds. To power on Tag, press the Power Button.
Update and Registration Preparing your SOLOSHOT3 i Tag Preference: Auto Track i Continued from previous page Tag Preference: Ask To Track When the Tag is turned on and within range of the Base, the Base will automatically track this Tag. When the Tag is turned on and within range of the Base, the Tag will need to be toggled on within the Tag Manager. This is the default setting. Tags that are toggled off will not be tracked by the Base.
Safety and Security 1 Location 2 ! K-Lock Make sure the location you choose for your SOLOSHOT3 is safe and secure. Use the k-lock accessory to secure the Camera to the Base. Be smart and creative when selecting your setup location and leaving your Base and Camera unattended. Available at soloshot.com. IMPORTANT SOLOSHOT Inc. IS NOT responsible for theft or damage to your SOLOSHOT3 and it’s accessories.
Using the Track Preparing yourApp SOLOSHOT3 Begin Tracking 1 Home Screen/Track App Within the HOME SCREEN, tap TRACK to enter the Track App. 4 Track Modes Select the TRACK MODE that best matches your activity. See page 14, Track Mode descriptions 2 3 Track Button Tap the TRACK button. If “Ask to Track” was selected when setting up your Tag or no Tag is detected, follow the onscreen instructions. 5 The Base and Camera will spin and tilt for about one minute as it calibrates the sensors.
Calibrating i Successful Calibration Once calibration is successful, your Base will automatically begin tracking the selected Tag(s). Other successful calibration indicators: The Camera viewfinder appears on the screen. The LED at the front of the BASE blinks green. If every selected Tag indicates they do not wish to be tracked, then the Base will be idle. ! i i Problem Detected Green Indicator LED States Calibration may fail due to poor GPS signal or local magnetic interference.
Tag Manager 3 Tag Icon to Tag Manager Tapping the Tag Icon will take you to the Tag Manager. i Continued from previous page i Tag Manager: Session i Tag Manager: All This list comprises of Tags that the Base is currently tracking, meets the pre-requisites to be tracked, or has been tracked in the current session. This list shows a history of every Tag that has ever been docked onto the Base, even if they do not meet the pre-requisites.
Using the Viewfinder 1 Tag Manager Displays how many Tags are being tracked. Tap to navigate to the Tag Manager. 2 Track Start or stop tracking. 3 Record Start or stop recording. 4 LIVE Start or stop live streaming. 5 Status Bar Displays Wi-Fi strength and battery level. 6 Pulldown Menu Access the home screen, Wi-Fi, camera controls, and settings.
Pause and Resume Tracking ! IMPORTANT Good GPS Signal A good GPS signal is required for tracking. Poor GPS Signal Be sure to power-on the Tag and make sure it has a clear view of the sky before beginning your activity. 1 i From the Tag Double tap the resume tracking. 2 Tag: Track Icon From the Base Tap the TRACK button to pause or resume tracking. button to pause or Tracking Paused i Tracking Active No Tags The system is smart.
Start and Stop Live Streaming ! WARNING All live streams are viewable to the public on the SOLOSHOTapp. ! 1 2 LIVE The LIVE Action Sheet The live streaming action sheet allows you to begin live streaming or change live stream settings. Tap the LIVE button. Tap GO LIVE or SETTINGS. REQUIREMENTS Connected to Wi-Fi. Internet Speed Requirements: • A minimum of 5 Mbps upload speed • Stream quality depends on the internet connection speed. Base is calibrated.
Moving the Base i No Problem It is possible to reposition the Base at any time. Simply pick up the Base (and Tripod) and move it to a new location. i i Re-Calibration If tracking is on Picking up the Base will automatically pause tracking and recording. NOTE Maintain location setup best practices. See page 5, LOCATION SETUP Once stable, the Base will re-calibrate and resume tracking and/or recording If tracking is paused The Base will re-calibrate once the user resumes tracking.
Advanced Track Settings i Continued from previous page Track Modes Water Field For performing activities on the water. For performing activities on a level playing field or gradual slopes. Examples: • Surfing • Kiteboarding • Sailing. Examples: • Soccer • Track & field • Equestrian. Terrain Flight For performing activities on uneven surfaces. For performing aerial activities. Examples: • RC planes • Drones (UAVs) • Paragliding.
Camera Settings Access Camera Settings 1 Viewfinder Pulldown Tap the PULLDOWN MENU. 2 3 Settings Icon Select SETTINGS. Camera Settings Select CAMERA SETTINGS. ! IMPORTANT Tracking and recording stop when accessing Camera Settings. Video Mode: Camera Settings 1 Changing the Resolution i Resolution Parameters 2 Select and Exit Enter CAMERA SETTINGS (above). Optic65 Camera Optic25 Camera Select desired resolution. Tap RESOLUTION to change the video resolution.
Photo Mode: Camera Settings 1 Selecting Photo Mode i Photo Mode: Camera Settings Enter CAMERA SETTINGS (page 15). Here, you can adjust the following: Tap Camera Mode Photo Mode Single or Burst Select Photo. Tap the BACK ARROW to enter Photo Camera Settings. Timer The delay time between when you tell the Camera to take a photo(s) to when the shutter fires. i Photo Burst When Burst is selected, a new option is available.
Multi-Mode (COMING SOON) Follow Mode Settings 1 Select Tags Enter the Tag Manager from either the Home Screen or the Track App. Select which Tags you want to follow. 2 Select Follow Mode On each Base, choose between three (3) settings that instructs your Base which Tag to follow. Each Base being used to follow multiple Tags or the same Tag can be configured differently. ! i Settings Descriptions Closest The Base will track the closest Tag. Fastest The Base will track the fastest moving Tag.
Filming Scenarios: Single Tag from multiple Base ! Requirements The Tag that you’d like to track in the session must be saved to all Bases being used. 1 2 Select Tag Enter the TAG MANAGER. On all Bases being used, toggle tracking on for the Tag that you would like to track. Follow Mode Follow Mode does not apply here as there is only one Tag in the system. Exit the TAG MANAGER by tapping the BACK ARROW. Calibrate your Base and begin Tracking.
Motion Time-Lapse Setting MTL Parameters 1 Overview + Open Settings Motion Time Lapse is the ability to capture a series of photos at while moving at predetermined intervals. 2 i Modify Settings Modify Interval and Number of Frames to create your desired result. Elapsed Time will automatically calculate. Settings Interval The number of seconds that will elapse between each photo. Interval Parameters: 3s, 5s, 10s, 30s, 60s From the Home Screen, Tap the Motion Time-Lapse Icon to open the app.
Update App i Overview SOLOSHOT3 and its components will continually improve over time with frequent software updates. Updates contain performance improvements, new features, and bug fixes just like software updates on your smartphone or computer. 2 2 Check For Updates In the home screen, select the UPDATE APP. The system will automatically check for available update. Updating If an update is available, you can view the change log and/or begin the update by tapping “Update.
Settings 1 Open Settings From Home Screen, Tap SETTINGS i Settings Descriptions Wi-Fi Wi-Fi network is required to perform software updates and to live stream. Supported Networks 2.4 GHz Non-supported Networks 5.0 GHz, Captive portals SD Card View capacity and format your SD card. Remaining storage is calculated based on the currently selected recording resolution in the TRACK APP. Recommended Format your SD card the first time, before use.
HDMI Out i i Overview Provides output and Video Playback for TVs and Monitors. Information The Base outputs uncompressed video from the Optic65 and Optic25 Cameras at 720p60. Micro HDMI cable is required. HDMI out is available anytime Camera Preview is available on the Base. The color space of the HDMI output is RGB. ! WARNING HDMI To avoid damage, remove all cables prior to and during calibration as the Base spins.
