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Nice RAW camera, but Blue Tooth still a problem

Started Jan 11, 2017 | User reviews
HintonEast
HintonEast New Member • Posts: 2
Nice RAW camera, but Blue Tooth still a problem

I am not a "phone" guy.  But was forced to upgrade from my S5 Active.  I am amazed how responsive the camera is.  I love the fact I can shoot in pro mode, giving me a RAW file to play with at home. (DNG)  But I am still being plagued with the infamous Blue Tooth problem.  Shutting off in about 5 minutes after being connected.  I have spent about 4 hours trying the tweaks I find on line to fix the BT.  It seems yesterday it stayed connected to my Jeeps Uconnect for hours.  Might be ready to try my headphones again.

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5D MII
17-40,24-105,100-400, Sigma 1.4 50mm

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 Canon EOS 5D Mark II Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM +3 more
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
5.5 screen • 12 megapixels (rear) • 5 megapixels (front)
Announced: Feb 21, 2016
HintonEast's score
3.0
Average community score
4.3
Travelshooter Veteran Member • Posts: 3,408
Re: Nice RAW camera, but Blue Tooth still a problem

Never coulkd get very far with DNG out of a S7 Edge but can work the jpegs in Lightroom very easily.  First step is develop an import profile that "uncooks" blues and greens, etc.  After that the jpegs are super easy to work with.  Never had a problem with bluetooth on any android device once they were hooked solid the first time.  Try deleting the hookup both phone and car and rehooking.

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HintonEast
OP HintonEast New Member • Posts: 2
Re: Nice RAW camera, but Blue Tooth still a problem

Wow, two great photos.  I do like the camera as well.

Deleting all BT and rehooking up didn't work a few days ago. Then I tried a reset of Network Devices.  BT is still on and off.  Sometimes stays for a couple of hours.  Or disconnects after 10 min.  Still working on it.

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5D MII
17-40
24-105
100-400

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 Canon EOS 5D Mark II Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM +3 more
Travelshooter Veteran Member • Posts: 3,408
Re: Nice RAW camera, but Blue Tooth still a problem

BTW.. this is the bomb for phone photography

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bluetooth-Remote-Control-Camera-Shutter-Release-For-iOS-Android-Smartphones-/311649607477?var=&hash=item488fc39f35

bluetooth remote shutter.... I take 2 with me and 2 for wife's S7 Edge too.

I also use http://www.ebay.com/itm/EEEKit-Retractable-Tripod-Stand-Mount-Adapter-Wireless-Remote-Control-for-Phone-/191220558900?var=&hash=item2c85a22c34

With Samsungs 16mm adaptor lens and a mini tripod and remote release it's a whole photo kit that fits in your pocket.

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