Remote Shooting / Capture “Interface cable” USB Question.

[sanford]

Hello,

I was shooting an assignment for the first time utilizing the, “interface Cable IFC _ 400CU” that was shipped with my 20d. Problem was, it was WAY to short, and I am now looking for a longer cord.

The markings on the cable itself looks like simple USB A to B, but when I look at the standard USB A to B, it looks different on the camera connection end.

Does anyone know if a longer USB cord is made or its name?

Thanks for your time,

Sanford

http://sanfordphoto.com

[timmyquest]

i bought a 6 (8?) foot firewire cable from newegg.com for just this. Works nicely :-)

$6

[Jon]

The 20D uses a "4-pin mini-B" connector at the camera end. Unfortunately, due to power requirements, the USB cable standard is for 6 ft/ 2 metres between device and hub. If you want to go longer, you'd need to put line-boosters in between extension cables for reliability. Look for "active USB cables" or consider just using cables and hubs every 6 ft.

[ScottH]

I've used a 10ft USB extension cable on both my G2 and Digital Rebel with no problems.

Scott

[Jon]

20D is USB 2.0. That can be fussier. In any case, do you want to chance your valuable data?

[sanford]

The 20D uses a "4-pin mini-B" connector at the camera end.

Thanks Jon, is there a difference between a "mini -B" and a "B?"

Regards,
Sanford

[Jon]

Functionally, no. As you've seen, the mini-B is substantially smaller. Be aware, though. There are both 4- and 5-pin mini-B cables.