How to Track the Sun with DWARF II?Updated 7 months ago
- First, follow the tutorial "How to use DWARF II to shoot the sun?" to complete the initial setup.
- Level the DWARF II.
- In "Photo" or "Video" mode, click the "SUN" button in the "feature" section to start tracking the sun.
- After tracking the sun, switch to photo, video, or time-lapse mode and start shooting.
- When you want to stop tracking, click "Sun" again to stop tracking.
NOTE: Make sure your App and firmware are up to date.
1. First, follow the tutorial "How to use DWARF II to shoot the sun?" to complete the initial setup.
2. Level the DWARF II.
Note: The level can be tilted up to 3 degrees and still ensure that the sun remains in view for 1 hour or more during tracking. Occasionally, it may be necessary to manually move the sun back to the center.
We can use the built-in level of our phone to check for horizontal alignment (usually found in the compass app). The following picture shows the tilt measurement using the compass app on a Redmi K50.
2.1 Not using a tripod The base of DWARF II can be placed directly on some level surfaces, such as a table or balcony. Then, place the phone flat on the table or balcony like DWARF II, and use the phone's level to measure the tilt. When the app displays a tilt within 3 degrees, it is good to go.
2.2 Leveling DWARF II when using a tripod Rotate DWARF II 90 degrees to expose the base.
Open the phone's built-in level app and place the phone on the base of DWARF II, ensuring that the phone is level with the base. When the app displays a tilt within 3 degrees, it is good to go.
3. In "Photo" or "Video" mode, click the "SUN" button in the "feature" section to start tracking the sun.
4. After tracking the sun, switch to photo, video, or time-lapse mode and start shooting.
5. When you want to stop tracking, click "Sun" again to stop tracking.
