Pentax Version 3.5 Camcorder User Manual


 
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Connecting the Camera to the
Computer
This section explains how to connect your camera to your computer.
To use the PENTAX REMOTE Assistant 3, connect your camera to your
computer using the USB cable supplied with the camera.
You can connect the camera to the computer before starting up or while
operating the PENTAX REMOTE Assistant 3. The program recognizes the
camera, enabling you to use the program functions.
You cannot use the functions of the PENTAX REMOTE Assistant 3 when a
camera is not connected to the computer.
PENTAX REMOTE Assistant 3 can recognize and operate multiple
cameras at the same time. When multiple cameras are connected to the
computer, one main window is displayed for each connected camera.
Connect the USB cable supplied with the camera to the USB port on the
computer and the USB/Video terminal on the camera.
If the computer has multiple USB ports, connect each camera to a USB
port on the computer.
If the computer has only one USB port, use a USB hub to connect the
cameras to the computer.
Connecting the Camera
Auto Power Off does not work when the camera is connected to the
computer.
It is recommended to power the camera with the AC adapter when using the
PENTAX REMOTE Assistant 3 with the camera connected to the computer
for a long period of time.
Connecting One Camera
Connecting Multiple Cameras