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Remote live view and IR remote shutter control?

Started Nov 27, 2011 | Discussions thread
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xraycat82 New Member • Posts: 4
Remote live view and IR remote shutter control?

I am planning on setting up a DIY photo booth for my wedding. I'll be using my T1i. I would like the guests to be able to preview the photo before it's taken and activate the shutter with a wireless (IR) remote.

Canon's EOS utility fits the bill except I am unable to activate the shutter with my IR remote when Remote Live View is activated.

If I connect my T1i to a monitor using HDMI and activate Live View I am able to fire the shutter with the IR remote but if the camera is unused for a few seconds the Live View deactivates and the preview on the monitor is gone. I then have to reactivate Live View for the preview on the monitor to appear which is no good.

Is there a reason EOS Utility won't allow me to use an IR remote when Remote Live View is activated? Is there a way around this?

Thanks,

Canon EOS 500D (EOS Rebel T1i / EOS Kiss X3)
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