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Old 06-06-2008, 11:58 AM
TrevorW
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Update Pentax K100D Super

After a bit of hunting around I found that programs such as DSLR shutter will work with this camera using a Shoestring DSLR USB Shutter release.

Also I have a brother-in-law thats into electronics and he suggested using a microcontroller that could be programmmed to activate the shutter and take multiple shots thereby negating the need to have a PC/ power supply controlling the camera.

I'm thinking of going down this path further so I'll let you know if things work out.
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Old 06-06-2008, 02:38 PM
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That sounds very interesting Trevor - thanks for letting us know and please do keep us updated with the developments, I just love reading about these ATM projects.

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Old 07-06-2008, 05:34 PM
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You can get Aputure remote timer from eBay for about $60. I got one from them for Pentax K100D super and it works OK
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Old 09-06-2008, 09:37 AM
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Thanks Karl how does the HEQ5 hold up with all this gear I'll be mounting a 120mm,80mm,finder and camera with up too 300mm lenses
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