89kSelf-Timer ModeThe self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. To use the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod(recommended) or place the camera on a stable, level surface andfollow the steps below:1 Select self-timer mode.Press the release mode diallock release and turn therelease mode dial to E.2 Frame the photograph and focus.In single-servo autofocus(pg. 62), photographs canonly be taken if the in-focus(I) indicator appears in theviewfinder.A Cover the ViewfinderIn exposure modesother than manual,cover the viewfinderwith the suppliedDK-5 eyepiece capafter focusing. Thisprevents lightentering via theviewfinder frominterfering with exposure.Release modedialFocus-mode selectorDK-5 eyepiece cap