Remote Shutter Release Connection Cable for LPTimelapse 2.5 to K1

**Norberto** · 02-04-2021, 09:18 AM

Hi. I need help on what cable exactly should I get to connect a LPTimelapse PRO Timer 2.5 to a K1. I ordered (and returned) from Amazon(de) a "PHOLSY C6 Remote Shutter Release Connection Cable 2.5mm Jack for Triggertrap and for Canon Fujifilm Olympus Pentax...", since it was indicated it was compatible with K1. But the jack did no fit in the camera. Not sure now if it was the cable I received wrong or my choosing. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thxs.

stevebrot · 02-04-2021, 11:43 AM

That cable should have fit your camera's wired release fitting* (bottom right under the rubber flap). Did the cable end look like the below?

Steve

* Labeled as "Cable switch terminal" in the camera manual page 7.

**Norberto** · 02-04-2021, 02:03 PM

Steve, thanks. [not sure my earlier reply got in... so here is again] I attached a pic of the cable I mentioned. One jack looks like the one you sent, but the other is too big for any of the sockets, either the camera's or the LPTimelapse's.

stevebrot · 02-04-2021, 06:51 PM

Originally posted by Norberto

One jack looks like the one you sent, but the other is too big for any of the sockets, either the camera's or the LPTimelapse's.

From the product page at LPT, it appears they require a 2.5mm TRS (three conductor) plug on their end. The same is true for your camera. Unfortunately, the PHOLSV cable is not made that way and several reviews on Amazon are from users having the same problems as you. It seems they are selling a 3.5mm to 2.5mm TRS cable, something that is common for audio and for flash sync usage.

Below is a link to a cable that is 2.5mm TRS on both ends and that I use with my K-3 with my wired remote and intervalometer. It should work for you, assuming that the LPTimelapse documentation is correct.

amazon.com : Foto&Tech 2.5mm-C1 Remote Control Shutter Release Cable Compatible with Canon SL3 T6i T6S T5 T5i T4i T3i T3 T2i XT XTi XSi SL2/ RP R M 700D 650D 600D 550D 500D 1100D 80D 70D 60D/PowerShot G16 G15 G5 X : Camera & Photo?tag=pentaxforums-20&

Steve

**Norberto** · 02-05-2021, 02:00 AM

That's the one. Many thanks for all the explanations, Steve. You have been most helpful. Cheers.

02-04-2021, 09:18 AM	#1
Norberto Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wien Hadersdorf Posts: 95	Remote Shutter Release Connection Cable for LPTimelapse 2.5 to K1 Hi. I need help on what cable exactly should I get to connect a LPTimelapse PRO Timer 2.5 to a K1. I ordered (and returned) from Amazon(de) a "PHOLSY C6 Remote Shutter Release Connection Cable 2.5mm Jack for Triggertrap and for Canon Fujifilm Olympus Pentax...", since it was indicated it was compatible with K1. But the jack did no fit in the camera. Not sure now if it was the cable I received wrong or my choosing. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thxs.

02-04-2021, 02:03 PM	#3
Norberto Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wien Hadersdorf Posts: 95 Original Poster	Steve, thanks. [not sure my earlier reply got in... so here is again] I attached a pic of the cable I mentioned. One jack looks like the one you sent, but the other is too big for any of the sockets, either the camera's or the LPTimelapse's. Last edited by Norberto; 04-28-2021 at 09:20 AM.

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02-04-2021, 11:43 AM	#2
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	That cable should have fit your camera's wired release fitting* (bottom right under the rubber flap). Did the cable end look like the below? Steve * Labeled as "Cable switch terminal" in the camera manual page 7.

02-04-2021, 06:51 PM	#4
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by Norberto One jack looks like the one you sent, but the other is too big for any of the sockets, either the camera's or the LPTimelapse's. From the product page at LPT, it appears they require a 2.5mm TRS (three conductor) plug on their end. The same is true for your camera. Unfortunately, the PHOLSV cable is not made that way and several reviews on Amazon are from users having the same problems as you. It seems they are selling a 3.5mm to 2.5mm TRS cable, something that is common for audio and for flash sync usage. Below is a link to a cable that is 2.5mm TRS on both ends and that I use with my K-3 with my wired remote and intervalometer. It should work for you, assuming that the LPTimelapse documentation is correct. amazon.com : Foto&Tech 2.5mm-C1 Remote Control Shutter Release Cable Compatible with Canon SL3 T6i T6S T5 T5i T4i T3i T3 T2i XT XTi XSi SL2/ RP R M 700D 650D 600D 550D 500D 1100D 80D 70D 60D/PowerShot G16 G15 G5 X : Camera & Photo?tag=pentaxforums-20& Steve

02-05-2021, 02:00 AM	#5
Norberto Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wien Hadersdorf Posts: 95 Original Poster	That's the one. Many thanks for all the explanations, Steve. You have been most helpful. Cheers.