- 1. Introduction
- 2. Specifications
- 3. Smartphone App
- 3.1. Using the App
- Initial Setup
- 4.1. Filling the Fluid into MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit
- 4.2. Plugging the Connection Cables
- 4.2.1. Triggering the Flash
- 4.2.2. Triggering the Camera and the Flash
- 4.2.3. Triggering the Camera
- 4.2.4. Focusing the Camera
- 5. Smartphone App
- 6. Firmware Upgrade
- 7. Battery Change
- 8. Warranty
- 9. Disclaimer
1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing MIOPS SPLASH - WATER DROP PHOTOGRAPHY KIT. MIOPS is revolutionary photography equipment, which combines power of electronics with the flexibility of smartphone platform. It will deliver high performance with reliable and easy operation. MIOPS is always open to new features with the upgradeable firmware. On top of that, the dedicated smartphone application is open to unlimited options. With every version of the app, you will get new features. In other words, MIOPS is a platform for high-speed photography rather than a gadget with firm capabilities. This document will be your reference for the overall operation of MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit including the app. Please note that the document can be out of date with the release of new app and firmware version. You can check the latest version of this manual from our website www.miops.com. You can see the version of the firmware and app this document refers to, in the cover page of the document. This manual includes the information you need to use MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit with all features, so please read it carefully before using it. You can check the FAQ section to find answers of some common questions. If your question is not listed, please contact us. Thank you very much again for choosing MIOPS. We hope that MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit will help you to bring your photography skills to the next level.
2. SpecificationsTube Length: 17 cm Tube Diameter: 3.2 cm Battery: 12V 23A Alkaline Battery Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0 (Low Power) Valve Button: Releases the valve Power LED: Indicates the power status On/Off Switch: Controls the power Camera Output: Connects to the camera Flash Output: Connects to the flash
3. Smartphone App
The smartphone app is the dedicated interface to configure and control your MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit. It is available on iOS and Android platforms. You will receive software updates over AppStore and Android Market. The iOS version must be 7.0 or higher. The Android version must be 4.3 or higher. The communication between the smartphone and MIOPS is done over Bluetooth connection. Your smartphone has to be compatible with Bluetooth 4.0. The app name is MIOPS Mobile on AppStore and Android Market. You can download and install it from the repositories just like any free app. There is no registration needed to use the application. If your smartphone version is compatible, you can install it to your phone by following the regular app install procedure.
3.1. Using the AppYou can use the app to change the parameters of the shooting. In order to do that, start the MIOPS Mobile app. On the initial screen of the app, you need to select the MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit. The app is also compatible with MIOP S Mobile Remote and MIOPS Mobile Dongle. Swipe the screen to the right or left until you see the MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit icon on the screen. You can touch the icon to proceed.
The hardware setup of MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit requires some equipment. You need the following items to use the MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit with the highest efficiency: a sturdy desk, a camera on tripod, a high-speed flash on tripod, a MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit with special holder arm. First off all, you will need to work in a dark room. It has not to be completely dark; allowing an exposure of a few seconds to the camera is a good indicator to describe what you need. MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit has to stand perfectly still when you are shooting. Otherwise consequent drops will not hit each other. If you have bought the special holder for MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit, you can use it for that purpose. Otherwise you need to find a suitable handle of tripod for that. You can prepare your setup either on the floor or on a desk. If you are working on a desk, please make sure that it does not vibrate. A vibrating base can cause a blurry image. It will affect the quality of the picture directly.
MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit comes with a one (1)-Year warranty against manufacturing defects. If you think that your unit is not working as it should, please contact us at info@miops.com with your purchase details. The device is not water proof, so water damages are not covered. If you are using MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit, make sure that you protect it from water. Do not drop MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit as this can damage the PCB and electronics components inside. There are no user serviceable parts inside, so please do not disassemble the device. MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit is not waterproof. It should be treated and handled with the care of a camera and should not be dropped and/or exposed to extreme heat or moisture. We are not responsible for any direct or indirect damage and loss caused by the use of MIOPS SPLASH - Water Drop Photography Kit. Use it with your own responsibility.
8. Warranty
9. Disclaimer
