universal remote

tom_kkh · 02-05-2010, 07:16 PM

I just got myself a universal remote for my KX. Going through the manuals and all but i don't seems to be able to make the remote work!

Anyone to enlighten pls.

tia

icywarm · 02-05-2010, 07:47 PM

Post a pic. But if you have the standard one from ebay you only have one button that will work with more Pentax Cams. Which do you have?

tom_kkh · 02-05-2010, 08:04 PM

Originally posted by icywarm

Post a pic. But if you have the standard one from ebay you only have one button that will work with more Pentax Cams. Which do you have?

i pressed all the buttons, none work, is there a setting on the camera that i need to activate?

**Rondec** · 02-05-2010, 08:31 PM

You need to put the camera on remote control -- it should have either a regular setting or a 3 second delay. I don't have a kx, but I assume it is like the other cameras and under the menu with shooting mode (the place where you can choose continuous, single, self timer, etc). You have to set it to remote in order to use a remote with it.

tom_kkh · 02-06-2010, 02:35 AM

Originally posted by Rondec

You need to put the camera on remote control -- it should have either a regular setting or a 3 second delay. I don't have a kx, but I assume it is like the other cameras and under the menu with shooting mode (the place where you can choose continuous, single, self timer, etc). You have to set it to remote in order to use a remote with it.

checked, silly me. Thanks, is my first dslr

GerryL · 02-06-2010, 04:27 PM

Originally posted by tom_kkh

checked, silly me. Thanks, is my first dslr

This is actually a usual mistake as we tend to be trained how we use the TV remote.
We're so used to just pointing and pushing the button that the TV changes channels that we scratch our heads when we do the same thing with this device and the camera doesn't do a thing.
This is actually a precaution that we set the camera to receive remote actions so that we can't just mess with anybody's camera if we had a remote and it need not be set on to accept the signal.

GerryL · 02-06-2010, 04:30 PM

Originally posted by tom_kkh

i pressed all the buttons, none work, is there a setting on the camera that i need to activate?

Have you tested the working distance on this brand/type?
It would be helpful if you did as the OEM remote control F has a reputation of having a rather short triggering distance (usually around 10ft or something).

tom_kkh · 02-06-2010, 10:03 PM

Originally posted by GerryL

Have you tested the working distance on this brand/type?
It would be helpful if you did as the OEM remote control F has a reputation of having a rather short triggering distance (usually around 10ft or something).

Yes its about 10 ft.

As KX sensor is in front, which is real weird to me, I can only activate it with the remote infront. Doesn't work if I try to use it with the camera's back to me.

seachunk2 · 02-07-2010, 04:57 AM

I believe that's a multi-brand remote. Besides having to set the camera to accept the remote signal, the P buttons=Pentax, N=Nikon, C=Canon, KM=Konica/Minolta. I think I got it right. I saw this information on a user comment on dealextreme's web listing of this remote. Hope it helps.

GerryL · 02-08-2010, 09:52 AM

Originally posted by seachunk2

I believe that's a multi-brand remote. Besides having to set the camera to accept the remote signal, the P buttons=Pentax, N=Nikon, C=Canon, KM=Konica/Minolta. I think I got it right. I saw this information on a user comment on dealextreme's web listing of this remote. Hope it helps.

This is actually right and the WT button beside the Pentax button (same with the Sony) is for the P&S with support this feature and not for the DSLR line-up.

GerryL · 02-08-2010, 09:53 AM

Originally posted by tom_kkh

Yes its about 10 ft.

As KX sensor is in front, which is real weird to me, I can only activate it with the remote infront. Doesn't work if I try to use it with the camera's back to me.

Hmm..I guess this is the same as the Pentax remote F capability then.
There should be other third party remotes out there that can do better distance.

Nowhere Matt · 02-08-2010, 11:32 AM

I have the Jue Ying RC-4 universal remote which has the same layout as the one pictured above for my K10 mind you but it will easily go 25 feet either in front or back of the camera. I have been thinking of getting the Pentax F remote from around here in hopes of soon getting a K20 and hide the remote in the grip. This one is a bit larger than the Pentax remote.

GoremanX · 02-08-2010, 05:58 PM

Originally posted by Nowhere Matt

I have been thinking of getting the Pentax F remote from around here in hopes of soon getting a K20 and hide the remote in the grip. This one is a bit larger than the Pentax remote.

I can't imagine a remote getting any smaller than this (Pentax F). I was shocked when I first got it.

(and no, I don't have giant hands, this thing is literally the size of 3 keys on a keyboard)

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I've already lost it 3 times.

edit: on my 24" screen, the remote in that picture is larger than its real-life counterpart

tfischer · 02-09-2010, 11:09 AM

I looked at those eBay "universal" remotes but was put off by having all the extra buttons that did nothing for me. I ended up getting two genuine Pentax Remote-F's for $10 shipped on ebay (brand new).

Can't beat the quality and price (not to mention the size). Only thing I wish is that they had a separate button for auto-focus (my old Canon P&S had about 8 buttons on it, for doing such things as playing pictures back into a video screen).

Nowhere Matt · 02-09-2010, 01:25 PM

Oh believe me, if I had seen anyone selling the Pentax remote for ten bucks around the time I spent that same amount on this remote, I would have bought two myself.

But the Pentax remote only has one button to operate the shutter. These universals
have one button to operate the shutter. The advantage goes to Pentax for how it stores in some grips.

02-05-2010, 07:16 PM	#1
tom_kkh New Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 24	universal remote I just got myself a universal remote for my KX. Going through the manuals and all but i don't seems to be able to make the remote work! Anyone to enlighten pls. tia

02-05-2010, 08:04 PM	#3
tom_kkh New Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by icywarm Post a pic. But if you have the standard one from ebay you only have one button that will work with more Pentax Cams. Which do you have? i pressed all the buttons, none work, is there a setting on the camera that i need to activate? Attached Images

02-08-2010, 05:58 PM	#13
GoremanX Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Georgia, VT Photos: Albums Posts: 1,657	Originally posted by Nowhere Matt I have been thinking of getting the Pentax F remote from around here in hopes of soon getting a K20 and hide the remote in the grip. This one is a bit larger than the Pentax remote. I can't imagine a remote getting any smaller than this (Pentax F). I was shocked when I first got it. (and no, I don't have giant hands, this thing is literally the size of 3 keys on a keyboard) I've already lost it 3 times. edit: on my 24" screen, the remote in that picture is larger than its real-life counterpart

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02-05-2010, 07:47 PM	#2
icywarm Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Saskatchewan Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,278	Post a pic. But if you have the standard one from ebay you only have one button that will work with more Pentax Cams. Which do you have?

02-05-2010, 08:31 PM	#4
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 24,519	You need to put the camera on remote control -- it should have either a regular setting or a 3 second delay. I don't have a kx, but I assume it is like the other cameras and under the menu with shooting mode (the place where you can choose continuous, single, self timer, etc). You have to set it to remote in order to use a remote with it.

02-06-2010, 02:35 AM	#5
tom_kkh New Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Rondec You need to put the camera on remote control -- it should have either a regular setting or a 3 second delay. I don't have a kx, but I assume it is like the other cameras and under the menu with shooting mode (the place where you can choose continuous, single, self timer, etc). You have to set it to remote in order to use a remote with it. checked, silly me. Thanks, is my first dslr

02-06-2010, 04:27 PM	#6
GerryL Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Posts: 2,731	Originally posted by tom_kkh checked, silly me. Thanks, is my first dslr This is actually a usual mistake as we tend to be trained how we use the TV remote. We're so used to just pointing and pushing the button that the TV changes channels that we scratch our heads when we do the same thing with this device and the camera doesn't do a thing. This is actually a precaution that we set the camera to receive remote actions so that we can't just mess with anybody's camera if we had a remote and it need not be set on to accept the signal.

02-06-2010, 04:30 PM	#7
GerryL Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Posts: 2,731	Originally posted by tom_kkh i pressed all the buttons, none work, is there a setting on the camera that i need to activate? Have you tested the working distance on this brand/type? It would be helpful if you did as the OEM remote control F has a reputation of having a rather short triggering distance (usually around 10ft or something).

02-06-2010, 10:03 PM	#8
tom_kkh New Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by GerryL Have you tested the working distance on this brand/type? It would be helpful if you did as the OEM remote control F has a reputation of having a rather short triggering distance (usually around 10ft or something). Yes its about 10 ft. As KX sensor is in front, which is real weird to me, I can only activate it with the remote infront. Doesn't work if I try to use it with the camera's back to me.

02-07-2010, 04:57 AM	#9
seachunk2 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New York Photos: Gallery Posts: 198	I believe that's a multi-brand remote. Besides having to set the camera to accept the remote signal, the P buttons=Pentax, N=Nikon, C=Canon, KM=Konica/Minolta. I think I got it right. I saw this information on a user comment on dealextreme's web listing of this remote. Hope it helps.

02-08-2010, 09:52 AM	#10
GerryL Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Posts: 2,731	Originally posted by seachunk2 I believe that's a multi-brand remote. Besides having to set the camera to accept the remote signal, the P buttons=Pentax, N=Nikon, C=Canon, KM=Konica/Minolta. I think I got it right. I saw this information on a user comment on dealextreme's web listing of this remote. Hope it helps. This is actually right and the WT button beside the Pentax button (same with the Sony) is for the P&S with support this feature and not for the DSLR line-up.

02-08-2010, 09:53 AM	#11
GerryL Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Posts: 2,731	Originally posted by tom_kkh Yes its about 10 ft. As KX sensor is in front, which is real weird to me, I can only activate it with the remote infront. Doesn't work if I try to use it with the camera's back to me. Hmm..I guess this is the same as the Pentax remote F capability then. There should be other third party remotes out there that can do better distance.

02-08-2010, 11:32 AM	#12
Nowhere Matt Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Nowhere Land Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,328	I have the Jue Ying RC-4 universal remote which has the same layout as the one pictured above for my K10 mind you but it will easily go 25 feet either in front or back of the camera. I have been thinking of getting the Pentax F remote from around here in hopes of soon getting a K20 and hide the remote in the grip. This one is a bit larger than the Pentax remote.

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02-09-2010, 11:09 AM	#14
tfischer Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 41	I looked at those eBay "universal" remotes but was put off by having all the extra buttons that did nothing for me. I ended up getting two genuine Pentax Remote-F's for $10 shipped on ebay (brand new). Can't beat the quality and price (not to mention the size). Only thing I wish is that they had a separate button for auto-focus (my old Canon P&S had about 8 buttons on it, for doing such things as playing pictures back into a video screen).

02-09-2010, 01:25 PM	#15
Nowhere Matt Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Nowhere Land Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,328	Oh believe me, if I had seen anyone selling the Pentax remote for ten bucks around the time I spent that same amount on this remote, I would have bought two myself. But the Pentax remote only has one button to operate the shutter. These universals have one button to operate the shutter. The advantage goes to Pentax for how it stores in some grips.