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  printers
I'm switching to Windows 10 and now my printer won't work. A Canon Pixma Pro 9000. What is everyone now using which would print 13 x 19 prints and be compatible with Windows 10 and not co...
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March 26, 2024
 
  Log in
Since I joined BP if I use my desktop I am always knocked off and have to log in again but it never happened for my tablet. Now it is happening on the tablet as well. When I go thru the photos each...
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January 02, 2024
 
  Sigma Lens Making Clicking Sounds
I have a SIGMA 150-500mm F5-6.3 APO DG OS Optical Stabilizer lens that I have been using for two years without any problems! Recently the lens has begun making clicking sounds when I turn the came...
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February 20, 2024
 
  Am I Being Hacked?
I have this orange rectangle on the bottom right of my page here at BP and it is asking for my email. Does anyone else have this?...
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March 01, 2024
 
  How can I reset my Minolta XG-1?
It is not working and I read that resetting the camera could work but I dont seem to find a page with that information...
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March 03, 2024
 
  Minolta XG-1 shutter/mirror/winder not working
I have a Minolta XG-1 and I had been using it for over 6 months now, and a week ago it just decided to stop working. the lever wont wind and the shutter wont click. I oppened the camera and I was a...
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March 12, 2024
 
  Is BP very slow today?
I'm having a lot of trouble today (11/30) getting BP to do anything. Takes a couple minutes to change pages. None of my other sites are having this problem. Just checking!...
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February 18, 2024
 
  sport lens
I have a canon xti but want to capture very fast photos. My daughter is a dancer and is able to do leaps turns and toe turns. I want to know what lens is the best for this type of photography. I hi...
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January 22, 2024
 
  It says Page not Found
I want to get the "Weekly Digest of the Photo of the Day" that comes each Friday. On the "Notifications, Subscriptions,& Preferences" page the is a place to subscribe. I clicked on the place to...
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September 10, 2016
 
  Why can't people contact me?
Why can't I get contacted? If I go on my gallery and click on the contact button I can send myself a message but it doesn't ever show up that I did message myself. It is unhandy because som...
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July 11, 2016
 
  Updating Browser from 7 to 10 Internet Explorer
I'm still using Internet Explorer 7...If I use their automatic update, will I lose all my filters, etc and have to reload everything? Has anyone done this? I'm afraid to try it....
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February 05, 2016
 
  Bogen Manfrotto Tripod 3126 Head
After 5 years of flawless performance my 3126 Head will not hold a upward angle greater than 45 degrees. It slips no matter how hard I tighten the vertical screw. Any solutions?...
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May 17, 2015
 
  Concerned at buying the right Lens
I have a Canon 50d and a Canon 5d Mark iii with two Zoom Lenses, and wish to acquire a wider-angle option.In my sights is the Canon EF 17-35mm f4 USM L Lens.I am convinced that it will fit the two ...
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January 31, 2024
 
  Tripod
Hi I have just purchased a Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 055 Carbon Fiber 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column. I love it except to change the angle of the legs is really difficult. They are so stiff. C...
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March 12, 2015
 
  Fundus camera Topcon nw6s
Hello Guys, I recently bought a Topcon trc nw6s with a mount that accepts Nikon D series cameras. I've seen photos of units for sale where a cable from the DB9 port on the Fundus camera closest...
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February 25, 2015
 
  How do I put this together
I didn't receive directions on how to put this light together. The photo explains my problem. Can anybody help me with this. Thank you in advance.Blessings,Sonya...
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March 21, 2024
 
  Problem downloading software filter.
I just purchased a new desktop computer am having quite a bit of trouble trying to redownload Flaming Pear Flood. Can anyone help me with this? ...
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November 24, 2014
 
  POD
I was very disappointed when todays POD had nothing to with veterans or this day. Veterans Thank YOU ...
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November 12, 2014
 
  Depth of Field
Is there any deference of the depth of field that Tele end of Canon 70-200 f2.8 and the that of Canon 200 f2.8 ...
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November 04, 2014
 
  Adobe Photoshop CS5
Can anyone tell me how to download Adobe Photoshop CS5?...
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October 30, 2014