K-1 Tethering

**clackers** · 12-15-2016, 03:44 PM

Originally posted by DimC

So Im pretty sure I've seen videos of Studio shoot where photographer was displaying his pictures the the artistic director on a big screen...and he had no cables whatsoever.

I've shot tethered in a studio with a Canon ... definitely a cable setup to the computer, and then another HDMI cable to a big monitor.

Bengan · 12-16-2016, 10:26 AM

Originally posted by clackers

I've shot tethered in a studio with a Canon ... definitely a cable setup to the computer, and then another HDMI cable to a big monitor.

I tried this setup with the K-1. One USB-cable to the computer running Lightroom and a HDMI cable to a monitor. The camera froze and I had to pull the battery to restart. Will not try that one again.

**clackers** · 12-16-2016, 11:53 AM

Originally posted by Bengan

I tried this setup with the K-1. One USB-cable to the computer running Lightroom and a HDMI cable to a monitor. The camera froze and I had to pull the battery to restart. Will not try that one again.

The HDMI cable is from the computer, Bengan!

Bengan · 12-16-2016, 01:30 PM

Originally posted by clackers

The HDMI cable is from the computer, Bengan!

Elaborate, please. I don't have a graphics card with a HDMI interface. I'm using a HDMI to DVI adapter and was under the impression that the HDMI from the camera was output. How do I setup this to input to my computer??? I'm obviously a novice when it comes to interfacing my camera with a computer (among other things).

**RGlasel** · 12-16-2016, 02:07 PM

Originally posted by Bengan

I'm using a HDMI to DVI adapter and was under the impression that the HDMI from the camera was output.

It is output only, which is different from tethering, where the device on the other end of the cable is sending instructions like triggering the shutter, changing aperture, shutter speed, etc. back to the camera.

In regards to a comment someone else made about not wanting cables in the studio, wireless communication doesn't provide enough bandwidth to provide live view images with anything close to the camera's native resolution, without delays that make it difficult to trigger the shutter when you want. Assuming that the studio subject is not between the camera and the computer and the camera and computer are within 25 feet of each other, I really don't see why using a USB cable is such a hindrance.

DimC · 12-16-2016, 02:17 PM

Originally posted by Bengan

Elaborate, please. I don't have a graphics card with a HDMI interface. I'm using a HDMI to DVI adapter and was under the impression that the HDMI from the camera was output. How do I setup this to input to my computer??? I'm obviously a novice when it comes to interfacing my camera with a computer (among other things).

The correct way to do what you want is the following :

From your camera to the Computer -> USB cable
From Computer to Monitor -> DVI to HDMI adaptor if your monitor doesn't have a DVI Input That will display the image from your computer in the monitor.
On your computer you must allow for a second display, probably in mirror mode for easier of use.

I hope I'm clear enough, please ask questions if needed.

Bengan · 12-16-2016, 02:52 PM

Originally posted by DimC

I hope I'm clear enough, please ask questions if needed.

You´re probably crystal but I'll take you up on that. What I tried to do (since the Lightroom plugin doesn't allow live view) was to connect the camera with USB to the computer for control and file transfer directly into Lightroom and a HDMI from the camera to a separat monitor for live view and that setup crashed. I ended up keeping the HDMI connection for live view and using a wireless trigger, saving pictures to the in-camera memory card. It works, but not as well. The live view on a large display with zoom capability was key. And, yes, I know this setup isn't tethering. Unfortunately the Lightroom plugin is at present very rudimentary. Did I miss something vital?

Yes. Realized that what you guys are talking about is showing captured pictures using a two monitor setup from the computer whereas I was into an alternative to Image transmitter 2. Some times my head is filled with brake fluid. Sorry about that.

Last edited by Bengan; 12-17-2016 at 02:03 AM.

**lithedreamer** · 12-17-2016, 03:30 PM

Originally posted by nomadkng

When using image transmitter 2, is the LV image displayed the native resolution of the monitor/tablet, or the 600x400 or whatever it is of the camera display? With the K3 and the Wi-Fi card its the latter, which was really disappointing when I have full HD tablet.

I could see spending 200 if I get true HD live view images to work with.

Did this ever get answered? It's also a bit worrying that IT2 hasn't been updated to include support for MacOS Sierra.

**sbh** · 12-17-2016, 03:53 PM - **1 Like**

IT2 displays live view and the captued image in 720x480. Making that larger is my primary feature request. However, in LV you can zoom in to 100%.

Enigmaticca · 12-17-2016, 04:24 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by lithedreamer

Did this ever get answered? It's also a bit worrying that IT2 hasn't been updated to include support for MacOS Sierra.

Works on my 2012 iMac running Sierra.

---------- Post added 2016-12-18 at 10:26 ----------

Originally posted by sbh

IT2 displays live view and the captued image in 720x480. Making that larger is my primary feature request. However, in LV you can zoom in to 100%.

Yes and also, when enabled focus peaking displays in the IT2 preview window!

Unregistered User · 12-22-2016, 10:55 PM

Just had success tethering to LR with my USB cable and getting live view with the mini HDMI output to DVI-D on a seperate monitor. Finally! Going to make shooting the likes of food photography so much easier.

Bengan · 12-23-2016, 12:43 AM

Originally posted by lightsource

Just had success tethering to LR with my USB cable and getting live view with the mini HDMI output to DVI-D on a seperate monitor. Finally! Going to make shooting the likes of food photography so much easier.

That's what I tried and my K-1 froze. Did you do anything besides connecting an switching on? Any special order? Perhaps I shouldn't have given up after the freeze.

**clackers** · 12-23-2016, 01:38 AM

Originally posted by lightsource

Just had success tethering to LR with my USB cable and getting live view with the mini HDMI output to DVI-D on a seperate monitor. Finally! Going to make shooting the likes of food photography so much easier.

Product and macro photography are great uses of what you set up, Lightsource!

Unregistered User · 12-25-2016, 09:38 PM

Originally posted by Bengan

That's what I tried and my K-1 froze. Did you do anything besides connecting an switching on? Any special order? Perhaps I shouldn't have given up after the freeze.

Hi, I have no idea what order I did it in. Sorry!

gryhnd · 11-07-2017, 01:07 PM

Originally posted by Bengan

That's what I tried and my K-1 froze. Did you do anything besides connecting an switching on? Any special order? Perhaps I shouldn't have given up after the freeze.

I realize this is a year old now, but I was trying to figure out how to get tethering to work on my Macbook Pro 17", in Lightroom with the LR tether plugin (not Image Transmitter2).

Nothing I did helped: the camera would freeze with PcP on the top screen as soon as connected, until the USB was pulled, then it reverted to normal.

Long story short: needs a quality USB cable. I tried three I had before I discovered that the one that worked, while being the longest of them all at 3ft, it had the beefiest cord in terms of gauge. Worked fine after that. Now to play...

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12-15-2016, 03:44 PM	#31
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by DimC So Im pretty sure I've seen videos of Studio shoot where photographer was displaying his pictures the the artistic director on a big screen...and he had no cables whatsoever. I've shot tethered in a studio with a Canon ... definitely a cable setup to the computer, and then another HDMI cable to a big monitor.

12-16-2016, 10:26 AM	#32
Bengan Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stockholm Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,756	Originally posted by clackers I've shot tethered in a studio with a Canon ... definitely a cable setup to the computer, and then another HDMI cable to a big monitor. I tried this setup with the K-1. One USB-cable to the computer running Lightroom and a HDMI cable to a monitor. The camera froze and I had to pull the battery to restart. Will not try that one again.

12-16-2016, 11:53 AM	#33
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by Bengan I tried this setup with the K-1. One USB-cable to the computer running Lightroom and a HDMI cable to a monitor. The camera froze and I had to pull the battery to restart. Will not try that one again. The HDMI cable is from the computer, Bengan!

12-16-2016, 01:30 PM	#34
Bengan Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stockholm Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,756	Originally posted by clackers The HDMI cable is from the computer, Bengan! Elaborate, please. I don't have a graphics card with a HDMI interface. I'm using a HDMI to DVI adapter and was under the impression that the HDMI from the camera was output. How do I setup this to input to my computer??? I'm obviously a novice when it comes to interfacing my camera with a computer (among other things).

12-16-2016, 02:07 PM	#35
RGlasel Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Saskatoon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,227	Originally posted by Bengan I'm using a HDMI to DVI adapter and was under the impression that the HDMI from the camera was output. It is output only, which is different from tethering, where the device on the other end of the cable is sending instructions like triggering the shutter, changing aperture, shutter speed, etc. back to the camera. In regards to a comment someone else made about not wanting cables in the studio, wireless communication doesn't provide enough bandwidth to provide live view images with anything close to the camera's native resolution, without delays that make it difficult to trigger the shutter when you want. Assuming that the studio subject is not between the camera and the computer and the camera and computer are within 25 feet of each other, I really don't see why using a USB cable is such a hindrance.

12-16-2016, 02:17 PM	#36
DimC Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 813	Originally posted by Bengan Elaborate, please. I don't have a graphics card with a HDMI interface. I'm using a HDMI to DVI adapter and was under the impression that the HDMI from the camera was output. How do I setup this to input to my computer??? I'm obviously a novice when it comes to interfacing my camera with a computer (among other things). The correct way to do what you want is the following : From your camera to the Computer -> USB cable From Computer to Monitor -> DVI to HDMI adaptor if your monitor doesn't have a DVI Input That will display the image from your computer in the monitor. On your computer you must allow for a second display, probably in mirror mode for easier of use. I hope I'm clear enough, please ask questions if needed.

12-16-2016, 02:52 PM	#37
Bengan Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stockholm Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,756	Originally posted by DimC I hope I'm clear enough, please ask questions if needed. You´re probably crystal but I'll take you up on that. What I tried to do (since the Lightroom plugin doesn't allow live view) was to connect the camera with USB to the computer for control and file transfer directly into Lightroom and a HDMI from the camera to a separat monitor for live view and that setup crashed. I ended up keeping the HDMI connection for live view and using a wireless trigger, saving pictures to the in-camera memory card. It works, but not as well. The live view on a large display with zoom capability was key. And, yes, I know this setup isn't tethering. Unfortunately the Lightroom plugin is at present very rudimentary. Did I miss something vital? Yes. Realized that what you guys are talking about is showing captured pictures using a two monitor setup from the computer whereas I was into an alternative to Image transmitter 2. Some times my head is filled with brake fluid. Sorry about that. Last edited by Bengan; 12-17-2016 at 02:03 AM.

12-17-2016, 03:30 PM	#38
lithedreamer Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,799	Originally posted by nomadkng When using image transmitter 2, is the LV image displayed the native resolution of the monitor/tablet, or the 600x400 or whatever it is of the camera display? With the K3 and the Wi-Fi card its the latter, which was really disappointing when I have full HD tablet. I could see spending 200 if I get true HD live view images to work with. Did this ever get answered? It's also a bit worrying that IT2 hasn't been updated to include support for MacOS Sierra.

12-17-2016, 03:53 PM - 1 Like	#39
sbh Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Black Forest, Germany Photos: Gallery Posts: 849	IT2 displays live view and the captued image in 720x480. Making that larger is my primary feature request. However, in LV you can zoom in to 100%.

12-17-2016, 04:24 PM - 1 Like	#40
Enigmaticca Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 311	Originally posted by lithedreamer Did this ever get answered? It's also a bit worrying that IT2 hasn't been updated to include support for MacOS Sierra. Works on my 2012 iMac running Sierra. ---------- Post added 2016-12-18 at 10:26 ---------- Originally posted by sbh IT2 displays live view and the captued image in 720x480. Making that larger is my primary feature request. However, in LV you can zoom in to 100%. Yes and also, when enabled focus peaking displays in the IT2 preview window!

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12-22-2016, 10:55 PM	#41
Unregistered User Guest	Just had success tethering to LR with my USB cable and getting live view with the mini HDMI output to DVI-D on a seperate monitor. Finally! Going to make shooting the likes of food photography so much easier.

12-23-2016, 12:43 AM	#42
Bengan Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stockholm Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,756	Originally posted by lightsource Just had success tethering to LR with my USB cable and getting live view with the mini HDMI output to DVI-D on a seperate monitor. Finally! Going to make shooting the likes of food photography so much easier. That's what I tried and my K-1 froze. Did you do anything besides connecting an switching on? Any special order? Perhaps I shouldn't have given up after the freeze.

12-23-2016, 01:38 AM	#43
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by lightsource Just had success tethering to LR with my USB cable and getting live view with the mini HDMI output to DVI-D on a seperate monitor. Finally! Going to make shooting the likes of food photography so much easier. Product and macro photography are great uses of what you set up, Lightsource!

12-25-2016, 09:38 PM	#44
Unregistered User Guest	Originally posted by Bengan That's what I tried and my K-1 froze. Did you do anything besides connecting an switching on? Any special order? Perhaps I shouldn't have given up after the freeze. Hi, I have no idea what order I did it in. Sorry!

11-07-2017, 01:07 PM	#45
gryhnd Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Southeastern MA Posts: 240	Originally posted by Bengan That's what I tried and my K-1 froze. Did you do anything besides connecting an switching on? Any special order? Perhaps I shouldn't have given up after the freeze. I realize this is a year old now, but I was trying to figure out how to get tethering to work on my Macbook Pro 17", in Lightroom with the LR tether plugin (not Image Transmitter2). Nothing I did helped: the camera would freeze with PcP on the top screen as soon as connected, until the USB was pulled, then it reverted to normal. Long story short: needs a quality USB cable. I tried three I had before I discovered that the one that worked, while being the longest of them all at 3ft, it had the beefiest cord in terms of gauge. Worked fine after that. Now to play...