Instruction manual

6.1 Transferring Photos into a Computer

There are two ways to transfer photos from most digital cameras onto a

computer: attaching the camera directly to the computer (also known as tethering)

or using a memory card reader.

6.1.1 Tethering

Most digital cameras provide a USB cable connection that offers a fast way to

transfer your photos (e.g., the D200 USB 2.0 cable can transfer images at about

5.3 MB/sec.). However, tethering ties up the camera and can deplete the

camera’s batteries. Some cameras include an AC adapter that can provide power

to the camera; if you choose to tether, use the AC adapter during photo transfer

sessions.

Note: Most camera manufacturers provide software that helps transfer photos

from a tethered camera to the computer. If your camera comes with such

software, you should install it before you attempt your first transfer (read the

manual). If your camera does not include photo transfer software, or you simply

prefer not to install it, you should still be able to transfer photos. Windows

includes built-in tethering support to many popular digital camera models, typically

via the computer’s USB port, and most of the photo editing programs (e.g.,

Elements or Photo Studio, discussed in the chapter on “Viewing and Editing

Photos”) will recognize and accept the pictures directly from your camera. This

example uses Canon’s transfer software: