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May 21, 2017 15:49:30   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
There might be a thread about this subject already but I was unable to find it.
I have the Nikon D500. I was wondering is there a setting in the menu you need to turn on to get a wireless infrared remote to work with it. I swear I had my infrared remote working the other week but no: NOPE

Did I dream I had it working? Can you point me in the right settings direction to turn this option on if the D500 has this option.

Thanks,

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May 21, 2017 18:59:00   #
OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR
 
D500 does not have infrared sensors, so you were dreaming.

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May 21, 2017 19:08:02   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
I guess I got it mixed up with my the D7200 I had.

What do you recommend?

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May 21, 2017 19:18:13   #
Spider223
 
I'd recommend not buying an IR remote for the D500... 😁

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May 21, 2017 19:23:06   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
Ok, I get that. Not an option. But what do you recommend? Good for family shots or night shots. I know I can use the timer.

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May 21, 2017 19:40:02   #
JR45 Loc: Montgomery County, TX
 
WR-R10/WR-T10/WR-A10 Wireless Remote Adapter Set should work.

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May 21, 2017 20:15:03   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
Thank you

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May 22, 2017 06:32:46   #
SkyKing Loc: Thompson Ridge, NY
 
...am I missing something...? SnapBridge allows you to use your phone as the remote for your camera...and it even shows you what the camera is seeing...

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May 22, 2017 07:06:43   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
Yes Snapbridge does and it works but was looking for a stand alone wireless remote seperste from my phone.

Found this:
https://www.amazon.com/Pixel-TW-283-DC0-Wireless-300series/dp/B016W3KAVC

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May 22, 2017 07:12:22   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
OddJobber wrote:
D500 does not have infrared sensors, so you were dreaming.


No infrared remote?!

https://www.nikonusa.com/Images/Learn-Explore/Camera-Technology/D-SLR/2013/Shooting-with-Remotes/Media/Nikon-remotes-compatibility-chart.pdf

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May 22, 2017 10:54:37   #
OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR
 


Don't roll those eyes at me, Jerry! You're reading too much into the original question and my response. He asked about a menu setting for wireless infrared remote (like he used on D7200). I did not say that the D500 could not be controlled by an add-on gadget, just that it doesn't have infrared sensors. The gadgets in the compatibility chart you provided are Nikon's normal overpriced solutions that convert an IR signal to a wired command unit. $523 for the WR-1 and MC-37 cable, $215 for the WR-T10/R10/A10. Really Nikon?!

Looks like the $28 unit JC found is a way better way to go.

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May 22, 2017 11:04:08   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
OddJobber wrote:


Looks like the $28 unit JC found is a way better way to go.


It's just for family group shots or night fun shots. BTW, the person who recommended this low price solution is the author of this book. I wrote him the same questions and her responded with this suggestion.



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May 22, 2017 11:17:09   #
OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR
 
Busch is THE Nikon guru!

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May 22, 2017 12:16:41   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
OddJobber wrote:
Don't roll those eyes at me, Jerry! You're reading too much into the original question and my response. He asked about a menu setting for wireless infrared remote (like he used on D7200). I did not say that the D500 could not be controlled by an add-on gadget, just that it doesn't have infrared sensors. The gadgets in the compatibility chart you provided are Nikon's normal overpriced solutions that convert an IR signal to a wired command unit. $523 for the WR-1 and MC-37 cable, $215 for the WR-T10/R10/A10. Really Nikon?!

Looks like the $28 unit JC found is a way better way to go.
Don't roll those eyes at me, Jerry! You're readin... (show quote)


I was surprised that the D500 doesn't have an IR sensor. I was rolling my eyes at Nikon. It looks like you have to add a gadget that will work with an IR remote. The Nikon site shows that wireless controller listing for $643. I've bought good cameras that cost less than that. I can't believe they couldn't add IR to a "top of the line" body.

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May 22, 2017 12:56:52   #
jccash Loc: Longwood, Florida
 
jerryc41 wrote:
I was surprised that the D500 doesn't have an IR sensor. I was rolling my eyes at Nikon. It looks like you have to add a gadget that will work with an IR remote. The Nikon site shows that wireless controller listing for $643. I've bought good cameras that cost less than that. I can't believe they couldn't add IR to a "top of the line" body.


I agree so went with a 28 buck remote. Has not arrived yet but when it does I'll let you know.

I might get slapped int he face for saying this, but kind of wish it had a flash as well but not that much. Also and I'll not only get slapped for this but kicked in the butt as well... Sometimes when I"m a bit confused or frustrated wish it had the "green" automatic option. LOL I have my control settings (A,B,C,D) set up and have D set for PARTY which is a very forgiving setting and a bit point and shoot setting.

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