Works fine on my Galaxy S2. Please note for those who may not have watched the video you need to type in *#06#
Make sure you have the asterisk.

Thanks for the tip! I put mine on a file on my computer that I can reference if needed.

Congratulations Carter! Good things happen to good people! :thumbup: Thanks for your help and input on my tri-pod question.
Mark

Thank you everyone for your help and suggestions they were a big help to me. I have read each and every reply to this post and based on your input and the research I have done I have made a decision to purchase the Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 3-Section Aluminum Tripod. This is the newest version of the 055 series. The specs on this tri-pod are basically the same as the carbon fiber version except for two things, weight and price. The weight of the carbon fiber version is 4.4 lbs. and cost is $479. The aluminum one is 5.5 lbs and cost is $239. Both prices are from B&H. All else being the same for a $240 savings I can manage the extra 1.1 lbs. of weight with the extra savings being applied to the purchase of a better ball head. The point about the carbon fiber tri-pods having better vibration dampening was considered but at my current level of expertise I don’t know if it would make a noticeable difference for me. If anyone is interested in these new 055 series tripods from Manfrotto in post #3 at the bottom of the post I’ve put a link to a pdf file with the specs on these new tri-pods.

MT Shooter
Thanks for the reply. I had taken a very strong look at the 055XPROB and until I saw the new MTO55XPRO3 that would have been my pick. The new version has some new features such as new leg-locking levers. The new "Quick Power Lock" system applies significantly increased locking power to the leg section cuffs, making the tripod much stiffer. It also has a 19.8 maximum load capacity which is 4.4 lbs. more than the 055XPROB. An "Easy Link Attachment" which allows you to attach accessories such as a LED light directly to the tri-pod. There are a few other changes as well. But your point is very well taken. Are these things worth an extra $310? I know what my wife would say! Make that $320 because I'd have to pay the UPS driver $10 to not deliver it when she's home! Thanks again for your input. I'll check on the ball head you recommended also. It is nice to know that you have had a good experience with Manfrotto's tri-pods. I've attached a PDF of the new 055 series for your perusal.

New 055 Collection PDF
Attached file:
(Download)

Hello fellow Hoggers,

I've been searching and reading all the information here and everywhere else that I can find on purchasing a tri-pod and ball head that will fit my needs without over killing it too much and I think I have found at least the tri-pod legs. In the reading I've done here the consensus seems to be to buy the best you can afford and I generally adhere to that but I just don't to buy way more than I will use.

I have a Canon 70D with these Canon lenses. EF 50mm f/1.4 USM, EFS 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM and a EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM. I’m basically a hobby photographer learning all the time especially here! The types of shooting I do currently are a little of everything but grandkids, wildlife, and birds, are pretty much at the top of my list. I am also interested in macro photography but that’s another lens to do it right so it will come a little later.

I have pretty much made up my mind to get this new 055 series carbon fiber Manfrotto.[url]http://www.manfrotto.com/product/8374.58969.1079729.0.0/MT055CXPRO3/_/055_carbon_fibre_3-section_tripod%2C_with_horizontal_column[url] I know it’s a brand new style that won’t be released until 3/15 so no has one yet but if you follow the link you can take a look at it. The maximum height with the center column down is 140cm (55.1 inches) plus about a 4 inch or so ball head (yet to be determined) plus 3.1 inches to my viewfinder should put the viewfinder with camera mounted on this tripod at about 62.2 inches (157.8cm). I’m 70 inches (177.8cm) tall so that minus 5 inches (12.7cm) puts my eye level at 65 inches (165.1cm). That should allow me to do most of any shooting I will do without raising the center column which adds to the tri-pods stability I’ve read.

The questions I have are as follows:
1. Do you feel I’m over buying on the tri-pod legs for the type of shooting I will be doing?
2. Do you feel I’m over buying on the tri-pod legs for the type of photographer I am which is just slightly better than “rank amateur”? Hopefully with your help and lots of practice that will improve!

I’m sorry this turned out to be such a long post but I do very much value your knowledge and expertise. If you have any suggestions or help you could offer on my choice it would be greatly appreciated.

P.S. Ball head choice is next so input on a ball head that will support a Canon 70D w/100 to 400mm L or 70-200mm L glass would help also!

Thank you for your time,
Mark

So sorry for your loss. The loyalty and unconditional love you receive from a dog is extremely hard to find. I think that's the reason our hearts ache and we miss them so much when their not with us anymore. That's a beautiful picture you have to remind you of all the good times and adventures you shared together.
God Bless you both.

God - Spelled Backwards

When God had made the earth and sky,
The flowers and the trees.
He then made all the animals,
The fish, the birds and bees.
And when at last He'd finished,
Not one was quite the same.
He said, "I'll walk this world of mine,
And give each one a name."
And so He traveled far and wide
And everywhere He went,
A little creature followed Him
Until its strength was spent.
When all were named upon the earth
And in the sky and sea,
The little creature said, "Dear Lord,
There's not one left for me."
Kindly the Father said to him,
"I've left you to the end.
've turned my own name back to front
And called you dog, my friend."

Author Unknown

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." ~ Anatole France

GOD bless your daughter and congratulations, it's obvious that she comes from a very caring family!

It's nice to find a gem like that, it's even better when you share it!
Thank you!

Hello Tpharm,
The camera and all accessories have been sold. I have just marked it as sold in the first post. Thank you for reminding me of something I needed to do! :oops:
Mark

Still for sale. Have not received any communication from Mr. Bill Gelber above to arrange details and shipping.

Bill I sent you a PM with my contact information.
Mark

The camera and extra 70-300mm were purchased from Amazon on November 16th, 2009. So that makes it 4 years old. If you only want the camera body and 18-105mm lens I could do $500 shipped to you in the original box with all of the original paperwork and insured. The camera and both lenses were $1411.90 after a $200 promotional credit when I purchased them. The camera has had very little use and is in like new condition. You won't be disappointed. It takes beautiful sharp pictures with either lens.

This has been SOLD.
Thank you!

I'm new here recently retired and am looking to get back into photography. I don't have many posts and no reputation to speak of on this site so if you have questions or concerns and are interested in buying I will do my best to answer them. There are other UHH members near my location that could verify the condition and I would be available by phone to discus if you like. That being said I'm offering the following for sale.

Nikon D90 Lenses and Extras USED\ LIKE NEW

1. Nikon D90 body
2. AF-S Nikkor 18 -105mm 3.5-5.6 G ED VR lens and hood
3. AF-S Nikkor 100 -300mm 4.5-5.6 G ED VR lens and hood
4. Two batteries
5. 4GB storage card
6. All the original packaging boxes and manuals
7. Includes a Phottix Nikos Digital timer remote

There have been 3133 shutter releases (pictures) taken with the camera. It has a shutter release life expectancy of 150,00 shutter releases so as you can see it’s very close to being a new outfit. Everything was purchased at the same time and I also have the original receipt to verify.

Camera Shutter Count

Shutter count

3133

NIKON D90
3% of this model's expected shutter life

Asking price $700

Thanks everyone for welcoming me aboard! I have a lot of irons in the fire right now and am waiting on a new camera setup so it may be awhile before I'm able to contribute anything here but I'm still eeking out some time to read posts!

Hello everyone! I'm very much a novice at photography but have just retired and am looking forward to learning more. I like taking pictures of my grandkids, outdoor wildlife, and just about anything else that I find interesting! I've taken a lot of "snapshots" and a few that were "pictures". I'm hoping to someday be able to reverse that!