22 de febrero de 2016, Commack, Nueva York - Tamron announces the launch of the Tamron TAP-in Console (Model TAP-01), a new lens accessory that enables firmware updating and customized setups for selected Tamron lenses. The TAP-in Console is expected to be available in March. The price will be announced shortly.

PRODUCTOS DESTACADOS

For the first time, customers can update firmware in selected Tamron lenses and customize various lens functions to meet their needs simply by attaching a Tamron TAP-in Console™ and running the Tamron TAP-in Utility software on their PC or Mac. Previously, firmware updates could be performed only at a Tamron Customer Service Center. Using the new accessory and an internet connection, customers can access a dedicated website and update firmware themselves anytime, anywhere. In addition, selected lenses can be customized by changing various settings (described below) to match the customer’s preferences based on how they like to use the lens, making it even more versatile and user-friendly.

1. Custom Options
With a Tamron TAP-in Console™, customers can do the following things.

• Update firmware

–  Update the firmware of compatible lenses
–  Update the firmware of the TAP-in Console™ itself

• Customize functions of selected lenses

–  Focus adjustment
–  Focus distance limiter customization (only for lenses that have the Focus Limiter feature)
–  Full-time Manual Focus override customization (only for lenses that have the Full-time Manual Focus feature)
–  VC adjustment (only for any lenses with VC)
–  Save customized data files

2.　Tamron TAP-in Utility Software
Customers download the free Tamron TAP-in Utility and install it on their Mac or PC. Updating firmware and customizing various lens functions is as easy as connecting the TAP-in Console™ with a USB cable and making selections. An internet connection is required for firmware updates.

3. Updating Firmware
Customers can update firmware of selected Tamron lenses using this utility software. Additionally, the firmware in the TAP-in Console™ unit can be updated as needed. Using an internet connection and the utility software, users can access a dedicated website and easily confirm that the lens attached to the TAP-in Console™—and the Console™ itself—have the most up-to-date firmware. If a newer version is available, updating is quick and secure.

4. Customization of Selected Tamron Lenses
Se pueden personalizar varias funciones del objetivo, dependiendo del modelo de objetivo y de las características incorporadas. 
(1) Focus adjustment
Focus can be adjusted in three distance regions: close, intermediate, and far ranges. For zoom lenses with variable focal length ranges, adjustments can be made for up to eight segments, which means that focus adjustment for a combined total of up to 24 regions is possible. Fixed-focal length lenses have only one segment, so customization for the three distance regions is possible. The conditions and range of possible adjustments may differ according to the lens model.

(2) Focus distance limiter customization
En los objetivos equipados con un limitador de enfoque, es posible ajustar el alcance del autoenfoque ajustando los límites cercano y lejano según sus preferencias. Si el interruptor del limitador de enfoque tiene tres posiciones, también es posible ajustar la posición central. Sólo pueden ajustarse los modelos de objetivos equipados con la función Limitador de enfoque. Las condiciones y el rango de ajustes posibles pueden variar según el modelo de objetivo.

(3) VC adjustment (only for any lenses with VC)
Users can choose the VC (Vibration Compensation) mode they prefer from the selection below for any TAP-in Console™ compatible Tamron lens equipped with the VC system.

• Prioritize viewfinder image stabilization: This mode places priority on the stability of the viewfinder image

• Standard (Factory Default): This mode is the same as the factory default, and strikes a balance between the stability of the viewfinder image and vibration compensation effects

• Prioritize stabilization of captured images: This mode ensures stable vibration compensation effects

These options apply only to lens models equipped with the VC system. The conditions and range of possible adjustments may differ according to the lens model.

(4) Full-time Manual Focus override customization
Para cualquier objetivo con un sistema de anulación de enfoque manual completo, puede ajustar el modo a ON u OFF. Además, puede optimizar la sensibilidad del anillo de enfoque a su preferencia en relación con su rotación angular en cualquier lugar entre Alto y Bajo, al configurar el botón de menú del modo de enfoque manual en ON.

5. Compatible Tamron Lenses (As of February 2016: in the order of product launch, starting with the newest)
SP 85mm F/1.8 Di VC USD (Model F016): Launch date TBA
For Nikon and Canon. Sony-compatible model to be released later.

SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (Model F017): To be launched February 25, 2016
For Nikon and Canon. Sony-compatible model will be released later.
* By first updating firmware to the most up-to-date version with use of TAP-in Console™, it becomes possible to use all the functions of TAP-in Console™ compatible with this lens.

SP 45mm F/1.8 Di VC USD (Model F013): Launched in September 2015
For Nikon and Canon. Sony-compatible model will be released later.
*Initial firmware update by Tamron service facility is required to enable compatibility with the TAP-in Console™.

SP 35mm F/1.8 Di VC USD (Model F012): Launched in September 2015
For Nikon and Canon. Sony-compatible model will be released later.
*Initial firmware update by Tamron service facility is required to enable compatibility with the TAP-in Console™.

▪About the firmware updating service for SP35mm F/1.8 (Model F012) and SP45mm F/1.8 (Model F013)
The firmware update service will begin soon. Additional information will be provided on the Tamron website and by authorized distributors and/or service facilities by the time of launch.

6. TAP-in Utility Operating Environment

This software program operates on a computer satisfying the following conditions

	Windows	Mac
OS	Windows 10 Windows 8, Windows 8.1 Windows 7	Mac OS X 10.10 – 10.11
CPU	Core2Duo with 2.0 GHz or faster	Intel processor
RAM	1 GB or more	1 GB or more
Hard Disk Drive Capacity	1 GB or more of available space	1 GB or more of available space
Monitor Display Resolution	1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more 24-bit color or more	1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more 24-bit color or more
Interfaz	USB 2.0 as standard feature	USB 2.0 as standard feature
	* Functionality of this software program is not guaranteed on all Windows computers	* Functionality of this software program is not guaranteed on all Mac computers.

 

ESPECIFICACIONES

NOMBRE DEL PRODUCTO	Tamron TAP-in Console™ (Model TAP-01)
Interface (Computer side)	USB 2.0
Interface (Lens side)	Nikon, Canon, and Sony
Power Supply	USB bus-powered
Power Source	MAX. 500mA
Dimensiones	(W/D) φ72mm (H) 26mm  [(W/D) 2.8in (H) 1in]
Peso	70g/ 2.5oz (TAP-in Console™)
Operating Temperature	0°C – 40°C (32°F – 104°F)
Operating Humidity	85% or less
Accesorios estándar	USB cable, Cap
Dedicated Software Program	TAMRON TAP-in Utility * Free download from Tamron website
Soportes compatibles	For Canon, Nikon, and Sony * Only selected lenses made by Tamron
Las especificaciones, el aspecto, la funcionalidad, etc. están sujetos a cambios sin previo aviso.

 

TAP-IN CONSOLE™: EXTERNAL APPEARANCE

* The photographs show the product under development, which may be different from the final product.

• The photographs and figures used in this press release show the product under development, which may be different from the final product. Also, product specifications and functions are subject to change without prior notice.

• Tamron TAP-in Console™ and Tamron TAP-in Utility are both registered trademarks of Tamron Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Macintosh, Mac and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other company and product names, etc. are the trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

Acerca de Tamron CO.
"Nuevos ojos para la industria" es la filosofía de Tamron. Este credo es coherente con la posición de la empresa como fabricante de una amplia gama de productos ópticos originales, desde objetivos intercambiables para cámaras SLR hasta diversos dispositivos ópticos tanto para el consumidor general como para OEM. Tamron fabrica productos ópticos que contribuyen a una amplia gama de industrias diferentes y seguirá dedicando su rica creatividad y su destreza técnica de vanguardia a diversos campos industriales. Además, Tamron es plenamente consciente de su responsabilidad con el medio ambiente y aspira a ayudar a preservar el entorno natural en todas sus actividades empresariales.

Gama de productos ópticos:
Objetivos intercambiables para cámaras SLR, objetivos para cámaras digitales, objetivos para cámaras de vídeo, objetivos para aplicaciones de automoción, objetivos IP y CCTV, objetivos para cámaras de infrarrojos de longitud de onda larga, componentes ópticos de ultraprecisión y mucho más.

 

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2/22/2016