Canon Lightbox System Manual

About this manual

This manual describes the components and physical setup of a herbarium digital imaging station, including a Canon EOS 6D Mark II camera, an OR Technologies Photo E Box Plus lightbox, a Kaiser copy stand, and related accessories.

It also covers EOS Utility and Lightroom presets, recommended imaging settings for herbarium sheets and fish specimens, and practical tips for specimen photography.

What's inside

• Components of Herbarium Digital Imaging Station
• Setting up Your Lightbox Imaging Station
• Programs and Software
• Preset #1: Remote Shooting
• Preset #2: Destination Folder
• Preset #3: Auto-Import to Lightroom
• Recommended Preset #1: Develop Settings
• Variations to Imaging Settings
• Tips and Suggestions for Imaging Fish

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Why should the lightbox be ordered without feet?

The feet cause the entire lightbox to wobble terribly on the copy stand stage.

Which two programs are required to operate the imaging station?

EOS Utility and Lightroom are required.

What folder setting is needed for Auto Import in Lightroom?

Both a watched folder and a destination folder must be set.

What lighting should not be used for specimens in alcohol?

Do not use the LED lights or warm lights on specimens in alcohol.