62tSelf-Timer and Remote Control ModesThe self-timer and optional ML-L3 remote control (0 79) can beused to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits.1 Display release mode options.2 Select the desired option.3 Mount the camera on a tripod.Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a sta-ble, level surface.4 Frame the photograph and shoot.Self-timer mode: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, andthen press the button the rest of theway down. The self-timer lamp willstart to flash and a beep will begin tosound. Two seconds before the photois taken, the lamp will stop flashingand the beeping will become morerapid.A Before Using the ML-L3 Remote ControlBefore using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plas-tic battery-insulator sheet.Press 4 (C) to display release modeoptions.Use the multi selector to highlight thedesired option and press J.
