Put yourself into the picture with:
Deluxe Self Timer for Stereo Cameras
Perfect for your Stereo Realist, TDC, Revere/Wollensak and ANY camera (not just stereo!) that accepts a cable release.
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To read more about self-timers and how they are used in stereo, see my web page: http://home.att.net/~drt-3d/toys/timers/index.htm
What is it?
A nifty accessory that allows you to put yourself into the picture. Most newer cameras have an electronic self-timer. Many older cameras have a mechanical timer built into the camera. But no stereo camera from the 1950s has a self-timer. That's when this accessory becomes useful.
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How does it work?
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It screws into your camera's cable release socket. (Note: The threads of this timer have a standard tapered thread while the Stereo Realist has straight threads. So the fit might not look/feel perfect, but I have been using tapered threaded accessories in my Realists for years without any problems.)
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Turn the red handle counterclockwise to generate a 5-20 second delay (adjustable).
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Cock camera shutter ready to take the picture. The camera must be placed on a tripod or other sturdy support.
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Push button on side to release and run to position yourself in the picture.
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After the preset delay, the plunger will come all the way out and press the camera's shutter.
This picture shows what happens as the handle travels back. Look at the bottom to see the plunger coming out to fire the shutter. The last picture shows the release button on the side:
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How to Adjust
Before using the timer on a specific camera, you should first adjust the plunger travel to make sure it will fire the camera. First release screw B. Then rotate part C to adjust the plunger length. (For Stereo Realists I found that a good setting is when the tip of the plunger is at the level of the threaded part). When done, tighten screw B. Screw A is free to rotate and can be used to screw the timer on the camera.
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What other choices do I have?
In addition to these mechanical timers, you can get an Air Release
The air-release is less expensive and gives you precise control of the instant the camera shutter is fired. This is nice when timing is important. But the cable tends to get into the way. The self-timer is more compact and more convenient to use, if accurate timing is not an issue. Your choice!