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Tamron TAP-in Console for Canon EF Lenses

BH #TATAP01C • MFR #TIC-CAN
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Tamron TAP-in Console for Canon EF Lenses
Key Features
  • Update Lens Firmware and Adjust Settings
  • Used via TAP-in Utility App for Mac/PC
  • For Select Canon EF-Mount Tamron Lenses
Allowing users to fine-tune the performance and update the firmware of select Canon EF-mount Tamron lenses, the TAP-in Console is a simple attachment that gives more control over how SP-series lenses respond during operation. Used in conjunction with the TAP-in Utility software for Mac and Windows, this console connects to Canon EF lenses at the bayonet mount and permits customization over focus adjustment, focus distance limiter, VC adjustment, and full-time manual focus override settings. Additionally, lens firmware can also be updated by accessing a dedicated website while the lens is attached to the console. Offering enhanced and personalized control over a range of lens settings, the TAP-in Console ensures lens' firmware is kept up-to-date and permits configuring settings to suit specific shooting tasks.
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Tamron TIC-CAN Overview

Allowing users to fine-tune the performance and update the firmware of select Canon EF-mount Tamron lenses, the TAP-in Console is a simple attachment that gives more control over how SP-series lenses respond during operation. Used in conjunction with the TAP-in Utility software for Mac and Windows, this console connects to Canon EF lenses at the bayonet mount and permits customization over focus adjustment, focus distance limiter, VC adjustment, and full-time manual focus override settings. Additionally, lens firmware can also be updated by accessing a dedicated website while the lens is attached to the console. Offering enhanced and personalized control over a range of lens settings, the TAP-in Console ensures lens' firmware is kept up-to-date and permits configuring settings to suit specific shooting tasks.

Lens Compatibility
This console is compatible with Canon EF-mount versions of the following lenses:
  • 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD
  • SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2
  • 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di OSD
  • 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD
  • SP 24-70mm f/2.89 Di VC USD G2
  • SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD*
  • SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD*
  • SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2
  • 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD
  • SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD
  • SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD
  • 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD
  • SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2


*An initial firmware update performed by a Tamron service facility on these lenses is required to enable compatibility with Tamron's TAP-in Console.
Customization Options
  • Focus Adjustment: Focus can be adjusted in three distance ranges-close, intermediate, and far-and for zoom lenses, an additional eight segments are available for a combined total of 24 adjustable regions. This lets you make micro adjustments to how a lens focuses, as well as compensate for any unwanted front- or back-focusing issues.
  • Focus Distance Limiter Customization: For lenses featuring a Focus Limiter switch, this setting lets you configure the specific distance ranges, using near and far distances, the lens-based switch will constrain focus to.
  • VC Adjustment: For lenses featuring Vibration Compensation, a choice of three different VC modes can be selected for use, including an option to prioritize the viewfinder image stabilization, an option to prioritize stabilization during shooting, and an option to balance stabilization between the viewfinder and captured images.
  • Full-Time Manual Focus Override Customization: For lenses with full-time MF override, this setting lets you set the mode to ON or OFF as well as fine-tune the sensitivity of the focusing ring between High and Low ranges.
Firmware Updating
In addition to customizing lens attributes, the console can also be used for updating lens firmware, and the console's firmware can also be updated using an Internet connection and by accessing a dedicated website.
TAP-in Utility Software
Used to control the customization options, this free software is an intuitive means for adjusting the range of customizable options available for each lens. The software is compatible with Mac OS X 10.10-11 or Windows 10/8.1/8/7 operating systems with an Intel or Core2 Duo or faster processor, respectively. Additionally, 1GB of RAM and disk space is required for the free application, as well as a USB 2.0 port for connecting the console to the computer.
UPC: 725211997016

Tamron TIC-CAN Specs

Power
Power Source
USB
Operating Current
500 mA
Physical
Dimensions
2.8 x 1" / 72 x 26 mm
Weight
2.5 oz / 70 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.56 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.5 x 3.85 x 3"

Tamron TIC-CAN Reviews

Very good product

By Eileen
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-07-07

This worked perfectly out of the box. Simple and straightforward way to bring my lens to latest firmware version.

Outdated utility software and poor website help

By Nalton
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2024-10-05

I bought the Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens for Canon EF lens and the Tamron Tap-in console. The two are interrelated, and so is this review. First this lens: I connected it to the Tap-in console to see if the firmware needed updating. It didn't. My next steps were to take practice shots using my Canon EOS T8i. All shots were taken using a tripod. The first pictures were taken indoors. The lens passed using a Pass/Fail grade. The longer distance pictures (200mm) were taken outside in full sun. Again, with a Pass/Fail grade, the lens passed. The next step was to compare it to my 15 year old Canon EF 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 USM. Here, in my opinion, the Tamron failed. There was no or negligible difference in the picture quality/focus between the Tamron and the old Canon lens. I'm an experienced photographer, but not a professional. Perhaps it was my T8i that equalized the pictures from the two lenses. But for now, I see no reason to upgrade to a lens in the price point of this Tamron. Regarding the Tap-in console: I have a current/up-to-date Windows 11 PC. The tiny printed user guide gave the website for downloading the Tap-in Utility. It was the wrong URL. The Tamron search field always brought me back to the wrong URL. Searching the Web and YouTube, I found the correct URL. I downloaded and installed utility. I connected the console to the PC. The utility threw an error, saying that the console's firmware needed to be updated. After a couple of failures, the utility said the console's firmware was successfully updated. I then attached the lens, and the utility showed No lens found. Several attempts later, it recognized the lens. It said the lens firmware was up to date. In order to get the lens to work (according to the videos on the Tamron website), the lens must be calibrated. This seemed to be an excruciating process, and by this time I had no faith in the very outdated Tamron Tap-in desktop utility, nor in the Tamron website's poorly detailed information on how to do this. I didn't even attempt it. So the lens and console were returned. Additionally, because of this experience, I will not purchase a Tamron lens again, even after a camera upgrade.

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Is a Tap-In Console necessary with a Canon D20 ...

Is a Tap-In Console necessary with a Canon D20 body?
Asked by: Ted
It doesn't matter what camera you have. The tap-in console allows you to update the software in the lens itself. It's important to have.
Answered by: Rudy
Date published: 2022-02-22

Will this tap-in work for the older version of ...

Will this tap-in work for the older version of the Tamron 24-70 (NOT the G2)?
Asked by: Kristy
No.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-11

I have a Tamron 150-600 G2 purchased through a ...

I have a Tamron 150-600 G2 purchased through a non-authorized reseller. Will this console work to update gray market lenses?
Asked by: Stacy
Yes, your Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 should be compatible fully compatible with the Tamron TAP-in Console regardless of the market which only affects the warranty in the box. If you own a legitimate Tamron lens the console will allow you to run firmware updates and lens calibrations.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2021-09-30

I'm shooting with a Canon 7D body using a ...

I'm shooting with a Canon 7D body using a 18-400mm Tamron lens. with this device be compatible?
Asked by: joel
The Tamron TAP-in Console for Canon EF Lenses does support Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD. You will need to download free TAP-in Utility Software that will allow you to use the console for lens adjustments and firmware updates. The software is compatible with Mac OS X 10.10-11 or Windows 10/8.1/8/7 operating systems with an Intel or Core2 Duo or faster processor, respectively. Additionally, 1GB of RAM and disk space is required for the free application, as well as a USB 2.0 port for connecting the console to the computer.
Answered by: Lera K
Date published: 2023-09-26

When updating the lens firmware do you leave the ...

When updating the lens firmware do you leave the lens on the camera or do you take it off the camera?
Asked by: Sue
Take lens off your camera then plug it in to TAMRON's TAP-in Console. The TAP-in Console is connected to your computer via the provided USB cable.
Answered by: Jonathan
Date published: 2021-08-13

Does the TAP-in Console work with Mac iOS 12.1.1 ...

Does the TAP-in Console work with Mac iOS 12.1.1 (Monterey)?
Asked by: Ted
As of now the software for the Tamron TAP-in Console is not compatible with Mac iOS 12.1.1 (Monterey). Tamron is working on it.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2022-02-22

question

Where can I find a list of TAP-in compatible Tamron lenses in the EF mount?
Asked by: Michael
Tamron's List of Compatible Lenses for the Tap-in Console is on their website. The list has been updated as of February 2017. I did a quick search for tamron tap-in console and went to the first Tamron website link that was returned in the search. The Tamron link was 8 or 9 links down the page, after all the sales offers.With the February, 2017 update Tamron added support for the new SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 (Model A022). It looks like there are a few other new additions as well.
Answered by: J D K.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Would anyone recommend using the TAP-in Console as a rear lens cap for convenience? I'm using it with my Tamron 85mm 1.8.
Asked by: Jesse
1. I would not recommend this as a suitable rear lens cap for two reasons: It is not convenient to use it that way and it would almost certainly void the warranty on the product. You can check this with Tamron Customer Service on their website.2. The cost of a generic rear lens cap for your lens is so minimal it would be more of a convenience to purchase one or two of these and keep them handy in case you lose one. Better to lose one of these than the TAP-in console.
Answered by: Melvin D.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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