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wheelgate · 12-11-2007, 07:15 AM

I don't remember seeing a recent Pentax software update announced anywhere. However I went to PENTAX Support&Service and found that Pentax announced upgrades on November 28, 2007 to PENTAX PHOTO Browser3 to Version3.12 and PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory3 to Version 3.12 -- Windows versions only.

Has anybody tried these and, if so, what's upgraded?

**rogerstg** · 12-11-2007, 07:36 AM

Originally posted by wheelgate

what's upgraded?

That info is listed in the update history on the site you referenced.

wheelgate · 12-11-2007, 08:02 AM

Originally posted by rogerstg

That info is listed in the update history on the site you referenced.

I downloaded this update and installed it. It won't run and told me the directory is corrupt. So far, I can't fix the problem, even with an uninstall. It won't let me rer-install.

I'm still fooling with it, and I'll report the problem to Pentax when I get a chance.

Sorry, I hope nobody else has this problem. OR -- if you do and fix it, please let me know how.

vievetrick · 12-11-2007, 08:07 AM

Thought for one second it was K10 firmware update

daacon · 12-11-2007, 08:25 AM

Originally posted by vievetrick

Thought for one second it was K10 firmware update

Me too! I am waiting for 2.0 where it just takes better pictures New "P" setting will include:

1. Pin prick to finger from shutter button when metering is wrong
2. Mild electrical shock if exposure is incorrect
3. Voice insults if SD card is not in place
4. Voice confirmation on all settings with half press of shutter (I could really use this!! "Dave ... did you really mean to use ISO 800 in the bright daylight ..." in a classic HAL 9000 voice

davemdsn · 12-11-2007, 12:36 PM

Originally posted by daacon

Me too! I am waiting for 2.0 where it just takes better pictures New "P" setting will include:
.....
4. Voice confirmation on all settings with half press of shutter (I could really use this!! "Dave ... did you really mean to use ISO 800 in the bright daylight ..." in a classic HAL 9000 voice

I already have a voice in my head that does that for me, but mine sounds more like Rodney Dangerfield insulting me.

daacon · 12-11-2007, 01:20 PM

Originally posted by davemdsn

I already have a voice in my head that does that for me, but mine sounds more like Rodney Dangerfield insulting me.

Can't get no respect eh

- I almost opted for the Don Rickles version

Bramela · 12-11-2007, 03:17 PM

Hey Dave, how about the bucket of cold water when you get everything wrong!!

wheelgate · 12-11-2007, 04:07 PM

After quite a bit of deleting odd Pentax files, I finally got where I could re-install the original Pentax 3.0 photo processing software. Then, I installed the update to 3.12. After all that, it's still a pretty poor excuse for photo processing software. My old Photoshop Elements 2 does more and is easier to use, never mind Lightzone 3.2 which I've been using lately and which is leagues better.

davemdsn · 12-11-2007, 05:36 PM

I don't even know why Pentax bothers including software. They don't include a memory card so it's not like they are making any promise about being a complete, ready to make photos, package right out of the box. Or at least include a free copy of an inexpensive, but better, app.

SpecialK · 12-11-2007, 09:27 PM

Quote:

After quite a bit of deleting odd Pentax files, I finally got where I could re-install the original Pentax 3.0 photo processing software. Then, I installed the update to 3.12. After all that, it's still a pretty poor excuse for photo processing software. My old Photoshop Elements 2 does more and is easier to use, never mind Lightzone 3.2 which I've been using lately and which is leagues better.

I recently installed 3.12 in the hopes (and recommendation) that it will clear up occasional hang-ups in Browser with larger numbers (several hundred) of files. I have no upgrade issues other than having to customize the window size and position to my taste, etc.

For me, PPL does everything I need (which is not much) except spot dust, though no doubt there are more user-friendly programs that I'm not spending one dime on :-)

I have Elements 2.0 that I got with my scanner, and use it when scanning family history stuff. I also have PS 7 which I collected somewhere, and only use that to join 2 or more images into 1, such as for side-by-side test shots.

pentkon52 · 12-18-2007, 06:09 AM

Originally posted by wheelgate

After quite a bit of deleting odd Pentax files, I finally got where I could re-install the original Pentax 3.0 photo processing software. Then, I installed the update to 3.12. After all that, it's still a pretty poor excuse for photo processing software. My old Photoshop Elements 2 does more and is easier to use, never mind Lightzone 3.2 which I've been using lately and which is leagues better.

Agreement at this end.

Only reason i installed the software was to be able to look at the PEFs until ACR was updated.

Now with LR 1.32...........

Dave

12-11-2007, 07:15 AM	#1
wheelgate New Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cottonwood, CA, USA Posts: 20	Unannounced K10D software update I don't remember seeing a recent Pentax software update announced anywhere. However I went to PENTAX Support&Service and found that Pentax announced upgrades on November 28, 2007 to PENTAX PHOTO Browser3 to Version3.12 and PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory3 to Version 3.12 -- Windows versions only. Has anybody tried these and, if so, what's upgraded?

12-11-2007, 04:07 PM	#9
wheelgate New Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cottonwood, CA, USA Posts: 20 Original Poster	Finally fixed the Pentax software update After quite a bit of deleting odd Pentax files, I finally got where I could re-install the original Pentax 3.0 photo processing software. Then, I installed the update to 3.12. After all that, it's still a pretty poor excuse for photo processing software. My old Photoshop Elements 2 does more and is easier to use, never mind Lightzone 3.2 which I've been using lately and which is leagues better.

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12-11-2007, 07:36 AM	#2
rogerstg Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Rhode Island Photos: Albums Posts: 1,168	Originally posted by wheelgate what's upgraded? That info is listed in the update history on the site you referenced.

12-11-2007, 08:02 AM	#3
wheelgate New Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cottonwood, CA, USA Posts: 20 Original Poster	Originally posted by rogerstg That info is listed in the update history on the site you referenced. I downloaded this update and installed it. It won't run and told me the directory is corrupt. So far, I can't fix the problem, even with an uninstall. It won't let me rer-install. I'm still fooling with it, and I'll report the problem to Pentax when I get a chance. Sorry, I hope nobody else has this problem. OR -- if you do and fix it, please let me know how.

12-11-2007, 08:07 AM	#4
vievetrick Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Easthampton - Massachusetts - USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,183	Thought for one second it was K10 firmware update

12-11-2007, 08:25 AM	#5
daacon Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alberta,Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 20,914	Originally posted by vievetrick Thought for one second it was K10 firmware update Me too! I am waiting for 2.0 where it just takes better pictures New "P" setting will include: 1. Pin prick to finger from shutter button when metering is wrong 2. Mild electrical shock if exposure is incorrect 3. Voice insults if SD card is not in place 4. Voice confirmation on all settings with half press of shutter (I could really use this!! "Dave ... did you really mean to use ISO 800 in the bright daylight ..." in a classic HAL 9000 voice

12-11-2007, 12:36 PM	#6
davemdsn Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,413	Originally posted by daacon Me too! I am waiting for 2.0 where it just takes better pictures New "P" setting will include: ..... 4. Voice confirmation on all settings with half press of shutter (I could really use this!! "Dave ... did you really mean to use ISO 800 in the bright daylight ..." in a classic HAL 9000 voice I already have a voice in my head that does that for me, but mine sounds more like Rodney Dangerfield insulting me.

12-11-2007, 01:20 PM	#7
daacon Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alberta,Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 20,914	Originally posted by davemdsn I already have a voice in my head that does that for me, but mine sounds more like Rodney Dangerfield insulting me. Can't get no respect eh - I almost opted for the Don Rickles version

12-11-2007, 03:17 PM	#8
Bramela Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Newcastle Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,284	Hey Dave, how about the bucket of cold water when you get everything wrong!!

12-11-2007, 05:36 PM	#10
davemdsn Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,413	I don't even know why Pentax bothers including software. They don't include a memory card so it's not like they are making any promise about being a complete, ready to make photos, package right out of the box. Or at least include a free copy of an inexpensive, but better, app.

12-11-2007, 09:27 PM	#11
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,482	Quote: After quite a bit of deleting odd Pentax files, I finally got where I could re-install the original Pentax 3.0 photo processing software. Then, I installed the update to 3.12. After all that, it's still a pretty poor excuse for photo processing software. My old Photoshop Elements 2 does more and is easier to use, never mind Lightzone 3.2 which I've been using lately and which is leagues better. I recently installed 3.12 in the hopes (and recommendation) that it will clear up occasional hang-ups in Browser with larger numbers (several hundred) of files. I have no upgrade issues other than having to customize the window size and position to my taste, etc. For me, PPL does everything I need (which is not much) except spot dust, though no doubt there are more user-friendly programs that I'm not spending one dime on :-) I have Elements 2.0 that I got with my scanner, and use it when scanning family history stuff. I also have PS 7 which I collected somewhere, and only use that to join 2 or more images into 1, such as for side-by-side test shots.

12-18-2007, 06:09 AM	#12
pentkon52 Veteran Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: York Region Canada Posts: 641	Originally posted by wheelgate After quite a bit of deleting odd Pentax files, I finally got where I could re-install the original Pentax 3.0 photo processing software. Then, I installed the update to 3.12. After all that, it's still a pretty poor excuse for photo processing software. My old Photoshop Elements 2 does more and is easier to use, never mind Lightzone 3.2 which I've been using lately and which is leagues better. Agreement at this end. Only reason i installed the software was to be able to look at the PEFs until ACR was updated. Now with LR 1.32........... Dave

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