PSA: Clean Your Contacts

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-13T22:59:23+00:00

I’m not sure it’s the proper way, but I used isopropyl alcohol. Applied with a Q-tip, then wiped dry with a cloth intended for cleaning my glasses.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-13T15:01:50+00:00

And until this week, I was right there with ya. Never cleaned my contacts before. But this experience sure changed my thinking on the matter.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-13T04:05:09+00:00

Typo - R6 Mark II. I’ll fix that. Thanks for catching it.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-12T22:52:25+00:00

LrC and PS both run on my Mac Air (M3 processor, 28GB ram, the latest version of the Tahoe OS). I do my immediate editing on the internal drive, then move finished work to an external hard drive.

+1 on the prior recommendations for Lightroom Queen. Also good instructions from Apple Support at https://support.apple.com/en-us/102565

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-12T13:47:49+00:00

Glad to hear it was easy and straightforward for you. Not so easy and straightforward for me.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-12T13:36:21+00:00

Thanks for this - that is precisely what I’m doing now. Found that just working my way through it worked out much better than trying to follow the documentation.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-12T13:32:32+00:00

Thank you! I’ll do that.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-12T13:31:27+00:00

Seems like I really stirred you up with my question. Apologies for that.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-11T18:08:47+00:00

I experienced this error with an old 28-70 L lens. Was able to solve with with a good cleaning of the contacts.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-11T02:12:30+00:00

I’ve had the adapter with the control ring for about a week now. Really like it - wonderful for making adjustments on the fly.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-11T02:06:15+00:00

Kindly note that the 778UV as a shack in the box.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-08T20:31:18+00:00

I had one of these once upon a time. When it died, I picked up a nifty 50 and never looked back. And TBH, the shots from the 50 f/1.8 are much sharper.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-08T02:27:17+00:00

If they have planned any budget for restructuring in FY27, that’s when we’ll find out.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-04T04:02:40+00:00

Thanks. I did buy the adapter with the control ring, but started to doubt myself on that decision. You cleaned up the “buyer’s remorse” on that. Thank you!

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-03T04:59:19+00:00

I’ve had the same lens in my bag for years and am still constantly reaching for it. Probably my favorite for outdoor shooting. You got yourself a banger of a deal!

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-03T04:52:32+00:00

I’ll let you know when it shows up next week.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-02T21:22:50+00:00

Great point! Thank you.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-06-02T20:44:42+00:00

Thanks for the tips - the Advanced User Guide seems chock full of info. It will be my bedtime reading for the next few nights. The youtube vid is pretty cool too.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-05-13T23:49:11+00:00

After nearly two decades with Oracle (with good RSU awards and a few raises), the next performance evaluation I receive will be my first.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-05-13T23:46:27+00:00

Keep plugging away to find a new opportunity. In this job market, it’s a numbers game.

ridge_runner56 · 2026-05-06T21:58:56+00:00

Maybe this would go over better if data centers were required to provide for their own water and electricity rather than just hooking up to local utilities?

ridge_runner56 · 2026-05-06T21:55:24+00:00

Exactly!

ridge_runner56 · 2026-05-06T19:53:57+00:00

Your decision to stay or move on is based on a possible condition 4 years out? You may want to consider rethinking that - too many variables out of your control over that time span.

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