Possible to copy from k20d to external hard drive directly

dutch · 08-31-2008, 10:28 PM

Hey guys, i was wondering if there is an easy way to plug the k20d into an external hard drive via usb and just copy the files over? If not that would be a lovely feature pentax!

I know about those portable storage systems with the display and interface, but I've already got an external hard drive I've using for normal computing that I'm planning on taking on vacation for 3 weeks.

If not the easiest way is probably just to hit up an internet cafe and use a pc? Any other suggestions?

ryan s · 08-31-2008, 11:21 PM

Oooo I've never thought of that. Would be quite convenient and save time to write DVDs (my comp isn't up at the moment).

Frank Fletcher · 09-01-2008, 12:03 AM

Originally posted by dutch

Hey guys, i was wondering if there is an easy way to plug the k20d into an external hard drive via usb and just copy the files over? If not that would be a lovely feature pentax!

I know about those portable storage systems with the display and interface, but I've already got an external hard drive I've using for normal computing that I'm planning on taking on vacation for 3 weeks.

If not the easiest way is probably just to hit up an internet cafe and use a pc? Any other suggestions?

check out the Venus GoGo. Yes, I know it's a lousy name.

But it does exactly what you ask for. It even has a built in lithium battery to power it up.

Amazon has it for 50$ here:
Amazon.com: AMS Venus GoGo DE-211GU - Storage enclosure - IDE - Hi-Speed USB - silver: Electronics

I bought mine at Frys for $30.

Frank.

nulla · 09-01-2008, 01:26 AM

Try this for reference

Gadget Bag: Portable Hard Drives - Outdoor Photographer | OutdoorPhotographer.com

superbass · 09-01-2008, 09:47 AM

Some mp3 players actually have a usb host function built into them, so with the right cables you can plug your mp3 player into the k20d and transfer files from your mem card to your mp3 player. I think this is probably one of the smallest options. There are also other devices where you take the memory card and plug that into the device and it will back up your files.

Fl_Gulfer · 09-01-2008, 10:00 AM

This is what I use----- Archos 605 500963 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (80 GB)

Amazon.com: Archos 605 500963 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (80 GB): Electronics

08-31-2008, 10:28 PM	#1
dutch Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vancouver Posts: 54	Possible to copy from k20d to external hard drive directly Hey guys, i was wondering if there is an easy way to plug the k20d into an external hard drive via usb and just copy the files over? If not that would be a lovely feature pentax! I know about those portable storage systems with the display and interface, but I've already got an external hard drive I've using for normal computing that I'm planning on taking on vacation for 3 weeks. If not the easiest way is probably just to hit up an internet cafe and use a pc? Any other suggestions?

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08-31-2008, 11:21 PM	#2
ryan s Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Madison, WI Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,383	Oooo I've never thought of that. Would be quite convenient and save time to write DVDs (my comp isn't up at the moment).

09-01-2008, 12:03 AM	#3
Frank Fletcher Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Photos: Albums Posts: 257	Originally posted by dutch Hey guys, i was wondering if there is an easy way to plug the k20d into an external hard drive via usb and just copy the files over? If not that would be a lovely feature pentax! I know about those portable storage systems with the display and interface, but I've already got an external hard drive I've using for normal computing that I'm planning on taking on vacation for 3 weeks. If not the easiest way is probably just to hit up an internet cafe and use a pc? Any other suggestions? check out the Venus GoGo. Yes, I know it's a lousy name. But it does exactly what you ask for. It even has a built in lithium battery to power it up. Amazon has it for 50$ here: Amazon.com: AMS Venus GoGo DE-211GU - Storage enclosure - IDE - Hi-Speed USB - silver: Electronics I bought mine at Frys for $30. Frank.

09-01-2008, 01:26 AM	#4
nulla Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Melbourne Australia Posts: 1,560	Try this for reference Gadget Bag: Portable Hard Drives - Outdoor Photographer \| OutdoorPhotographer.com

09-01-2008, 09:47 AM	#5
superbass Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 340	Some mp3 players actually have a usb host function built into them, so with the right cables you can plug your mp3 player into the k20d and transfer files from your mem card to your mp3 player. I think this is probably one of the smallest options. There are also other devices where you take the memory card and plug that into the device and it will back up your files.

09-01-2008, 10:00 AM	#6
Fl_Gulfer Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Florida Gulfer Photos: Albums Posts: 3,054	This is what I use----- Archos 605 500963 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (80 GB) Amazon.com: Archos 605 500963 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (80 GB): Electronics

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