MZ-S Cable/Timer switch?

cak · 05-17-2010, 03:45 PM

Hi there knowledgeable Pentax Forums members,

I recently purchased an MZ-S and so far I am really enjoying this camera. However, I have searched high and low for either the cs-105/cs-130 cable switch or the much coveted TS-110 timer switch to no avail.

The problem seems to be the oddball connector used for this camera (and the 645nii) only. It appears to be a "mini xlr" (also known as "Tini Q-G") connector type. There seems to be a multitude of variations among this connector family. Can somebody help me out with the correct part number and where I can order it so I might splice it onto the end of a generic timer switch in place of the tip ring sleeve stereo style plug that seems to be the standard now?

Thank you so much for any help that all of you can offer.
Sincerely,
Christopher A Kirk

troyz · 05-18-2010, 12:05 PM

I don't have a part number but here's a picture of the connector from the pentax cable switch.

View Picture EXIF

Name: mz-s_connector_600.jpg
Views: 993
Size: 82.6 KB

Finchibabe · 05-19-2010, 09:55 AM

Sorry to jump in on your thread, I came across this thread searching for some info on the TS-110.

I too have an MZ-S as well as the 'coveted TS-110' but alas a couple of weeks back the end of that oddball connector came off mine whilst out in the field, never to be seen again

I have asked around all the usual places here in the UK to see if it is possible to repair but to know avail.

Would be really interested to know if you are able to order that particular part from anywhere.

As it stands at the moment I am considering putting a more standard connection on it to use with other cameras in the future.

Good luck with your search, I will let you know if I have any luck.

**LaurenOE** · 03-22-2012, 08:19 PM

Ah..old thread but a new issue for me!

I've been looking in the DigiKey Catalog, maybe I will find it and post here.

http://search.digikey.com/us/en/cat/connectors-interconnects/circular/1441934

**LaurenOE** · 03-22-2012, 08:25 PM

Originally posted by cak

Hi there knowledgeable Pentax Forums members,

I recently purchased an MZ-S and so far I am really enjoying this camera. However, I have searched high and low for either the cs-105/cs-130 cable switch or the much coveted TS-110 timer switch to no avail.

The problem seems to be the oddball connector used for this camera (and the 645nii) only. It appears to be a "mini xlr" (also known as "Tini Q-G") connector type. There seems to be a multitude of variations among this connector family. Can somebody help me out with the correct part number and where I can order it so I might splice it onto the end of a generic timer switch in place of the tip ring sleeve stereo style plug that seems to be the standard now?

Thank you so much for any help that all of you can offer.
Sincerely,
Christopher A Kirk

I'm thinking it's not a Mini XLR or Tini QG

http://www.switchcraft.com/Documents/NPB_591-_Shielded_Tini_QG.pdf

**LaurenOE** · 03-22-2012, 09:19 PM

The Japanese book(s)

JEITA / JEITA Standards / Electronic Components Standardization / Connectors

**dwalt** · 08-29-2020, 11:11 AM

I know.... resurrecting a dead thread.
Has anyone figured out the part number of the connector?
Since I now have a TS-110, I want to use on K3 and MZ-S so will not cut the existing connector off.
Yes, I know there are 3rd party timers available.

Thanks,

05-17-2010, 03:45 PM	#1
cak New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Diego, California USA Posts: 18	MZ-S Cable/Timer switch? Hi there knowledgeable Pentax Forums members, I recently purchased an MZ-S and so far I am really enjoying this camera. However, I have searched high and low for either the cs-105/cs-130 cable switch or the much coveted TS-110 timer switch to no avail. The problem seems to be the oddball connector used for this camera (and the 645nii) only. It appears to be a "mini xlr" (also known as "Tini Q-G") connector type. There seems to be a multitude of variations among this connector family. Can somebody help me out with the correct part number and where I can order it so I might splice it onto the end of a generic timer switch in place of the tip ring sleeve stereo style plug that seems to be the standard now? Thank you so much for any help that all of you can offer. Sincerely, Christopher A Kirk

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Alternative Pentax Cable Switch?	tscip22	Pentax Camera and Field Accessories	9	02-03-2016 06:42 PM
Cable switch, k-7? ( RS-C1 )	pajic3	Pentax DSLR Discussion	0	10-03-2009 05:46 AM
For Sale - Sold: Pentax Cable Switch F	dave9t5	Sold Items	10	09-13-2009 01:33 PM
Cable switch terminal	Confused	Pentax DSLR Discussion	6	07-21-2007 09:00 AM

05-19-2010, 09:55 AM	#3
Finchibabe Inactive Account Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Liverpool Posts: 6	Sorry to jump in on your thread, I came across this thread searching for some info on the TS-110. I too have an MZ-S as well as the 'coveted TS-110' but alas a couple of weeks back the end of that oddball connector came off mine whilst out in the field, never to be seen again I have asked around all the usual places here in the UK to see if it is possible to repair but to know avail. Would be really interested to know if you are able to order that particular part from anywhere. As it stands at the moment I am considering putting a more standard connection on it to use with other cameras in the future. Good luck with your search, I will let you know if I have any luck.

03-22-2012, 08:19 PM	#4
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Ah..old thread but a new issue for me! I've been looking in the DigiKey Catalog, maybe I will find it and post here. http://search.digikey.com/us/en/cat/connectors-interconnects/circular/1441934

03-22-2012, 08:25 PM	#5
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by cak Hi there knowledgeable Pentax Forums members, I recently purchased an MZ-S and so far I am really enjoying this camera. However, I have searched high and low for either the cs-105/cs-130 cable switch or the much coveted TS-110 timer switch to no avail. The problem seems to be the oddball connector used for this camera (and the 645nii) only. It appears to be a "mini xlr" (also known as "Tini Q-G") connector type. There seems to be a multitude of variations among this connector family. Can somebody help me out with the correct part number and where I can order it so I might splice it onto the end of a generic timer switch in place of the tip ring sleeve stereo style plug that seems to be the standard now? Thank you so much for any help that all of you can offer. Sincerely, Christopher A Kirk I'm thinking it's not a Mini XLR or Tini QG http://www.switchcraft.com/Documents/NPB_591-_Shielded_Tini_QG.pdf

03-22-2012, 09:19 PM	#6
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	The Japanese book(s) JEITA / JEITA Standards / Electronic Components Standardization / Connectors

08-29-2020, 11:11 AM	#7
dwalt Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Big Sky, MT Photos: Albums Posts: 217	I know.... resurrecting a dead thread. Has anyone figured out the part number of the connector? Since I now have a TS-110, I want to use on K3 and MZ-S so will not cut the existing connector off. Yes, I know there are 3rd party timers available. Thanks,

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
	Search this Thread: Advanced Search