Some ImageSync questions

**tonyzoc** · 07-10-2021, 12:37 PM

when using imagesync I'm only seeing Raw images and not the jpgs. So imagesync is only looking at card1. On the camera, under Memory Card Options there is a Card Slot Sequence option. I change that from 1 to 2 but it doesn't effect what imagesync sees. My questions 1) What does Card Slot Sequence do? and 2) Is there a way for ImageSync to see Card2?

---------- Post added 07-10-21 at 12:46 PM ----------

Originally posted by tonyzoc

when using imagesync I'm only seeing Raw images and not the jpgs. So imagesync is only looking at card1. On the camera, under Memory Card Options there is a Card Slot Sequence option. I change that from 1 to 2 but it doesn't effect what imagesync sees. My questions 1) What does Card Slot Sequence do? and 2) Is there a way for ImageSync to see Card2?

Never mind about the ImageSync question. I found there is a little box in the top right, and when you click it, it toggles to Card2.

ImageSync is not very reliable with Bluetooth. Once it disconnects it hard to get reconnected and it ends up switching to wifi. I have to restart the camera and on the phone turn Bluetooth off and on to get it to connect again.

MarkJerling · 07-10-2021, 02:57 PM

I've only ever used it with Wifi, per the usage instructions. I did not realise bluetooth was even an option.
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stevebrot · 07-10-2021, 05:19 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

I've only ever used it with Wifi, per the usage instructions. I did not realise bluetooth was even an option.
See Connection Method / Image Sync / APP / DOWNLOAD / SUPPORT | RICOH IMAGING

K-3iii

We be so in the dark ages, eh?

Steve

mtkeller · 07-10-2021, 06:16 PM

Originally posted by tonyzoc

ImageSync is not very reliable with Bluetooth. Once it disconnects it hard to get reconnected and it ends up switching to wifi. I have to restart the camera and on the phone turn Bluetooth off and on to get it to connect again.

I have zero problems with Bluetooth connections between my iPhone 8 and my K-3 iii. I only ever turn on WiFi to use the remote control with live view on my phone. (I haven’t had a good reason to transfer images to my phone in the field yet, which would be faster over WiFi for raw files.)

MarkJerling · 07-10-2021, 08:47 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

K-3iii

We be so in the dark ages, eh?

Steve

Indeed, yes. I wonder if somehow the app "prefers" wifi to bluetooth?

stevebrot · 07-10-2021, 10:06 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

Indeed, yes. I wonder if somehow the app "prefers" wifi to bluetooth?

The bluetooth being used is low power and I suspect that means limited distance.

Steve

house · 07-11-2021, 01:00 AM - **2 Likes**

As I understand it Bluetooth is for maintaining the connection, communicating, and starting up WiFi on demand. Bluetooth is not for the actual transfer itself as its to slow.

Switching to WiFi is expected and intended if it happens when you transfer.

**tonyzoc** · 07-11-2021, 05:25 AM

Originally posted by house

As I understand it Bluetooth is for maintaining the connection, communicating, and starting up WiFi on demand. Bluetooth is not for the actual transfer itself as its to slow.

Switching to WiFi is expected and intended if it happens when you transfer.

yes, and that appears to be what's happening. That's fine, as I don't really use ImageSync for transferring much. I did notice that wifi transfer is very fast, like 5-7 secs per image. On the K-70 it was more like 30 secs per image.

07-10-2021, 12:37 PM	#1
tonyzoc Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2018 Posts: 992	Some ImageSync questions when using imagesync I'm only seeing Raw images and not the jpgs. So imagesync is only looking at card1. On the camera, under Memory Card Options there is a Card Slot Sequence option. I change that from 1 to 2 but it doesn't effect what imagesync sees. My questions 1) What does Card Slot Sequence do? and 2) Is there a way for ImageSync to see Card2? ---------- Post added 07-10-21 at 12:46 PM ---------- Originally posted by tonyzoc when using imagesync I'm only seeing Raw images and not the jpgs. So imagesync is only looking at card1. On the camera, under Memory Card Options there is a Card Slot Sequence option. I change that from 1 to 2 but it doesn't effect what imagesync sees. My questions 1) What does Card Slot Sequence do? and 2) Is there a way for ImageSync to see Card2? Never mind about the ImageSync question. I found there is a little box in the top right, and when you click it, it toggles to Card2. ImageSync is not very reliable with Bluetooth. Once it disconnects it hard to get reconnected and it ends up switching to wifi. I have to restart the camera and on the phone turn Bluetooth off and on to get it to connect again.

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07-10-2021, 02:57 PM	#2
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	I've only ever used it with Wifi, per the usage instructions. I did not realise bluetooth was even an option. See Connection Method / Image Sync / APP / DOWNLOAD / SUPPORT \| RICOH IMAGING

07-10-2021, 05:19 PM - 1 Like	#3
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by MarkJerling I've only ever used it with Wifi, per the usage instructions. I did not realise bluetooth was even an option. See Connection Method / Image Sync / APP / DOWNLOAD / SUPPORT \| RICOH IMAGING K-3iii We be so in the dark ages, eh? Steve

07-10-2021, 06:16 PM	#4
mtkeller Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Sioux City, IA Photos: Gallery Posts: 938	Originally posted by tonyzoc ImageSync is not very reliable with Bluetooth. Once it disconnects it hard to get reconnected and it ends up switching to wifi. I have to restart the camera and on the phone turn Bluetooth off and on to get it to connect again. I have zero problems with Bluetooth connections between my iPhone 8 and my K-3 iii. I only ever turn on WiFi to use the remote control with live view on my phone. (I haven’t had a good reason to transfer images to my phone in the field yet, which would be faster over WiFi for raw files.)

07-10-2021, 08:47 PM	#5
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by stevebrot K-3iii We be so in the dark ages, eh? Steve Indeed, yes. I wonder if somehow the app "prefers" wifi to bluetooth?

07-10-2021, 10:06 PM - 2 Likes	#6
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by MarkJerling Indeed, yes. I wonder if somehow the app "prefers" wifi to bluetooth? The bluetooth being used is low power and I suspect that means limited distance. Steve

07-11-2021, 01:00 AM - 2 Likes	#7
house Pentaxian Join Date: May 2015 Photos: Albums Posts: 3,306	As I understand it Bluetooth is for maintaining the connection, communicating, and starting up WiFi on demand. Bluetooth is not for the actual transfer itself as its to slow. Switching to WiFi is expected and intended if it happens when you transfer.

07-11-2021, 05:25 AM	#8
tonyzoc Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2018 Posts: 992 Original Poster	Originally posted by house As I understand it Bluetooth is for maintaining the connection, communicating, and starting up WiFi on demand. Bluetooth is not for the actual transfer itself as its to slow. Switching to WiFi is expected and intended if it happens when you transfer. yes, and that appears to be what's happening. That's fine, as I don't really use ImageSync for transferring much. I did notice that wifi transfer is very fast, like 5-7 secs per image. On the K-70 it was more like 30 secs per image.