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“Without pictures, it’s just a story”
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Bite and Tongue Switches Now Canon Digital Compatible Conceptus Remote Switches now offers both the Bite and Tongue switches compatible with many of the Canon series of digital cameras. They are still the same Bite and Tongue switch on the actuating end with an overall length of 28-30 inches. This is about five inches shorter than the standard or bayonet -connect Conceptus switches. These new switches will be offered only in the “stereo” wiring configuration. (See “Plug Types” on this web site.) Below is a list of the Canon Models the new switches are designed to work with: EOS 1D, 5D, 10D, 20D, 30D, 60D 1D Mark II, D2000, 1V, 1VHS, EOS 3 The current packaging will still be used but the Conceptus Canon Digital Compatible will have a sticker on the outside “Canon Digital Compatible” and an insert with brief instructions and listing a recommended setting for the camera. The Conceptus guarantee is the same for these new products. To order the new Conceptus Bite and Tongue switches contact one of the dealers listed on the Conceptus web site conceptusinc.com. |
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Conceptus makes the first and only commercially available tongue-operated switch for skydiving photography. The Tongue Switch was designed from the beginning to address the special needs of freefall photographers. It is unique in that it requires no movement of the teeth or jaw to operate, can’t slip accidentally from the mouth, does not require interruption of breathing like a blow switch, and can be bitten extremely hard without damage or impairment of functioning.
The Tongue Switch is comprised of a 1/2 inch pressure-sensitive switch mechanism, a 1 inch flattened and bite-resistant stem, a 36 inch coaxial wire, and a 2.5mm plug with a 90 degree elbow bend. It is configured so that the pressure-sensitive switch face is always oriented towards the user’s tongue, regardless of the direction of insertion into the mouth, thus allowing the wire to be routed to the left or right.
The tongue movement required is most similar to that of pressing bubble gum against the back surface of the front teeth before blowing a bubble. The user will feel a “click” each time the switch is depressed, indicating that a photo has been taken. The entire switch assembly is waterproof, and since it is situated entirely within the mouth, no jaw or teeth movement is required to retain or actuate the switch while taking photographs. This allows the Tongue Switch to be used with tight fitting rear-entry helmets and ratcheting chin-cups. This feature makes it the favorite of professional freefall photographers who insist on a perfectly stable camera platform.
