Always a Problem Uploading images from My K-7.

**Tonytee** · 07-05-2019, 09:18 PM

Greetings,

Everytime I attempt to upload images from my K-7 onto my computer, there is a problem. I continue getting the error message: "Cannot locate images on your device."

After many attempts, I finally receive the message: "So many images are now ready for uploading." Then I can complete uploading. Unfortunately I have Photo Editor 10 (which I believe is the bane of mankind

" that came with Windows 10.

I do not have this problem with any of my other brand gear. It might be best to just remove the card and go from there.

Thanks for reading.

TT

tvdtvdtvd · 07-05-2019, 10:07 PM

Originally posted by Tonytee

It might be best to just remove the card and go from there.

I've always found this to be the best way to go. No fiddling with cables or transfer software, simply copy the images directly where I want them
with file manager.

**Tonytee** · 07-05-2019, 10:36 PM

Originally posted by tvdtvdtvd

I've always found this to be the best way to go. No fiddling with cables or transfer software, simply copy the images directly where I want them
with file manager.

Well sir, I thank you very much.

TT

photolady95 · 07-06-2019, 01:46 AM

I always "move" rather than copy and I use a card reader rather than the cable. And not having Windows 10 yet, I'd go with what tvdtvdtvd said about copying.

**Lowell Goudge** · 07-06-2019, 04:04 AM

Copying from the card has many advantages, including the file creation date being the date the image was taken, not the date uploaded. It may not matter now, but 10 years from now it just might

**pepperberry farm** · 07-06-2019, 04:51 AM

have you tried a different card?

**ramseybuckeye** · 07-06-2019, 05:15 AM

Sounds like you have a bad card, there should be no problem copying files directly from the camera. Are you formatting your card after each use?

Not a Number · 07-06-2019, 05:39 AM

I gather you are using a cable to connect your camera to your Windows 10 PC.

Try changing the Transfer mode in the setup menu of the K-7.
Try a different cable or USB port on the PC.

Using a card reader has some advantages in addition to those mentioned above:

Faster transfer rate
No worries of camera battery running down
You can write lock the card

Some disadvantages::

Wear and tear on the card and card slot
You might forget and not return the card to the camera or camera bag
Have to buy a card reader if you don't have one.

**UncleVanya** · 07-06-2019, 05:54 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by photolady95

I always "move" rather than copy and I use a card reader rather than the cable. And not having Windows 10 yet, I'd go with what tvdtvdtvd said about copying.

I used to use move files on Windows more than I do now. I had a few times when the transfer failed that lost files. Now if it is a large block of data or items I don't want to risk, I copy, paste,and then delete the old files.

**rogerstg** · 07-06-2019, 06:21 AM

I don't think I've ever transferred the files via cable. Every PC I've had for the last dozen years has had an SD card slot. Just drag and drop from one folder to another. It defaults to copying since the card is removable media.
You need to remember to put the card back though. To remind myself, I place the camera upside down on a table or desk.

steve_k · 07-06-2019, 06:35 AM

Originally posted by rogerstg

I don't think I've ever transferred the files via cable. Every PC I've had for the last dozen years has had an SD card slot. Just drag and drop from one folder to another. It defaults to copying since the card is removable media.
You need to remember to put the card back though. To remind myself, I place the camera upside down on a table or desk.

I keep a spare in my battery grip. Can’t tell you how many times I needed it.

**mikesbike** · 07-06-2019, 11:20 AM

Card readers are quite inexpensive. As soon as the transfer is complete, I return the SD card to the camera, or if I'm already on a new card for shooting, I put it into the empty case for future use. Simple as that.

**ramseybuckeye** · 07-06-2019, 05:36 PM

Originally posted by Lowell Goudge

Copying from the card has many advantages, including the file creation date being the date the image was taken, not the date uploaded. It may not matter now, but 10 years from now it just might

You get the same date whether it's from a card reader or direct, unless you have them setup differently.

---------- Post added 07-06-19 at 08:41 PM ----------

Originally posted by Not a Number

I gather you are using a cable to connect your camera to your Windows 10 PC.

Try changing the Transfer mode in the setup menu of the K-7.
Try a different cable or USB port on the PC.

Using a card reader has some advantages in addition to those mentioned above:

Faster transfer rate
No worries of camera battery running down
You can write lock the card

Some disadvantages::

Wear and tear on the card and card slot
You might forget and not return the card to the camera or camera bag
Have to buy a card reader if you don't have one.

I prefer the cable method because of the wear and tear aspect, on Windows 10 and Mac, but I have to use a crd reader on the ipad because wifi is way too slow on the KP. But I use a shared Pentax at work so we have card readers. I have a co-worker who often forgets to put the card back.

35mmfilmfan · 07-07-2019, 04:09 AM

With regard to software, have you tried IrfanView or Faststone ? Both free, and have a certain amount of image processing capability built in.

**Tonytee** · 07-07-2019, 11:11 AM

Originally posted by 35mmfilmfan

With regard to software, have you tried IrfanView or Faststone ? Both free, and have a certain amount of image processing capability built in.

Yes, I do have and use FastStone Image Viewer. However, I can only upload into Photo Editor 10. I just do not comprehend why this problem exists only with my Pentax gear.

Thanks very much for your assistance.

TT

07-05-2019, 09:18 PM	#1
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,544	Always a Problem Uploading images from My K-7. Greetings, Everytime I attempt to upload images from my K-7 onto my computer, there is a problem. I continue getting the error message: "Cannot locate images on your device." After many attempts, I finally receive the message: "So many images are now ready for uploading." Then I can complete uploading. Unfortunately I have Photo Editor 10 (which I believe is the bane of mankind " that came with Windows 10. I do not have this problem with any of my other brand gear. It might be best to just remove the card and go from there. Thanks for reading. TT

07-06-2019, 05:39 AM	#8
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	I gather you are using a cable to connect your camera to your Windows 10 PC. Try changing the Transfer mode in the setup menu of the K-7. Try a different cable or USB port on the PC. Using a card reader has some advantages in addition to those mentioned above: Faster transfer rate No worries of camera battery running down You can write lock the card Some disadvantages:: Wear and tear on the card and card slot You might forget and not return the card to the camera or camera bag Have to buy a card reader if you don't have one.

07-06-2019, 05:36 PM	#13
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,296	Originally posted by Lowell Goudge Copying from the card has many advantages, including the file creation date being the date the image was taken, not the date uploaded. It may not matter now, but 10 years from now it just might You get the same date whether it's from a card reader or direct, unless you have them setup differently. ---------- Post added 07-06-19 at 08:41 PM ---------- Originally posted by Not a Number I gather you are using a cable to connect your camera to your Windows 10 PC. Try changing the Transfer mode in the setup menu of the K-7. Try a different cable or USB port on the PC. Using a card reader has some advantages in addition to those mentioned above: Faster transfer rate No worries of camera battery running down You can write lock the card Some disadvantages:: Wear and tear on the card and card slot You might forget and not return the card to the camera or camera bag Have to buy a card reader if you don't have one. I prefer the cable method because of the wear and tear aspect, on Windows 10 and Mac, but I have to use a crd reader on the ipad because wifi is way too slow on the KP. But I use a shared Pentax at work so we have card readers. I have a co-worker who often forgets to put the card back.

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07-05-2019, 10:07 PM	#2
tvdtvdtvd Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 1,665	Originally posted by Tonytee It might be best to just remove the card and go from there. I've always found this to be the best way to go. No fiddling with cables or transfer software, simply copy the images directly where I want them with file manager.

07-05-2019, 10:36 PM	#3
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,544 Original Poster	Originally posted by tvdtvdtvd I've always found this to be the best way to go. No fiddling with cables or transfer software, simply copy the images directly where I want them with file manager. Well sir, I thank you very much. TT

07-06-2019, 01:46 AM	#4
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	I always "move" rather than copy and I use a card reader rather than the cable. And not having Windows 10 yet, I'd go with what tvdtvdtvd said about copying.

07-06-2019, 04:04 AM	#5
Lowell Goudge Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,892	Copying from the card has many advantages, including the file creation date being the date the image was taken, not the date uploaded. It may not matter now, but 10 years from now it just might

07-06-2019, 04:51 AM	#6
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,797	have you tried a different card?

07-06-2019, 05:15 AM	#7
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,296	Sounds like you have a bad card, there should be no problem copying files directly from the camera. Are you formatting your card after each use?

07-06-2019, 05:54 AM - 1 Like	#9
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,477	Originally posted by photolady95 I always "move" rather than copy and I use a card reader rather than the cable. And not having Windows 10 yet, I'd go with what tvdtvdtvd said about copying. I used to use move files on Windows more than I do now. I had a few times when the transfer failed that lost files. Now if it is a large block of data or items I don't want to risk, I copy, paste,and then delete the old files.

07-06-2019, 06:21 AM	#10
rogerstg Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Rhode Island Photos: Albums Posts: 1,168	I don't think I've ever transferred the files via cable. Every PC I've had for the last dozen years has had an SD card slot. Just drag and drop from one folder to another. It defaults to copying since the card is removable media. You need to remember to put the card back though. To remind myself, I place the camera upside down on a table or desk.

07-06-2019, 06:35 AM	#11
steve_k Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Shelton, CT Photos: Albums Posts: 708	Originally posted by rogerstg I don't think I've ever transferred the files via cable. Every PC I've had for the last dozen years has had an SD card slot. Just drag and drop from one folder to another. It defaults to copying since the card is removable media. You need to remember to put the card back though. To remind myself, I place the camera upside down on a table or desk. I keep a spare in my battery grip. Can’t tell you how many times I needed it.

07-06-2019, 11:20 AM	#12
mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,566	Card readers are quite inexpensive. As soon as the transfer is complete, I return the SD card to the camera, or if I'm already on a new card for shooting, I put it into the empty case for future use. Simple as that.

07-07-2019, 04:09 AM	#14
35mmfilmfan Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Norfolk, UK Posts: 4,342	With regard to software, have you tried IrfanView or Faststone ? Both free, and have a certain amount of image processing capability built in.

07-07-2019, 11:11 AM	#15
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,544 Original Poster	Originally posted by 35mmfilmfan With regard to software, have you tried IrfanView or Faststone ? Both free, and have a certain amount of image processing capability built in. Yes, I do have and use FastStone Image Viewer. However, I can only upload into Photo Editor 10. I just do not comprehend why this problem exists only with my Pentax gear. Thanks very much for your assistance. TT