Kaidan 950 - Manual (Page 9)

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AKING THE PHOTOS
The KiWi 900/950 has a female 1/4-20 thread on the bottom of the Indexing Hub
for mounting to most standard tripods. When ready to shoot, make sure that
the KiWi 900/950 is securely attached to the tripod. Use a tripod that is sturdy,
ideally one that has a center support system of braces to help keep the camera
and KiWi 900/950 from excessive flexing.
It may be possible that your tripod uses a larger 3/8 inch thread. If this is the
case, you can purchase a 3/8 to 1/4 adapter at a camera store or photographer
equipment supplier.
When ready to shoot, it is important that the unit is level. Observe the twin-axis
bubble level on the KiWi 900/950 while leveling the tripod. Of course, this task is
much easier if the tripod is equipped with a tilt head. If the tripod does not
have a tilt head, a QuickTilt™ leveler can be purchased from Kaidan for use with
the KiWi 900/950.
Once the KiWi 900/950 is level, double check to see if the camera is mounted
level in elevation. Use the Camera Adjustment Shoe and place it against the
camera. By placing the shoe snugly against the camera, it will help to vertically
align and position the camera.
You’re now ready to begin capturing your first panorama. You should also, at
this time review the documentation of the panoramic stitching software that
is being used in order to get recommendations for exposure settings and other
camera settings.