SELF-TIMER
The built-in self-timer, usable for both automatic and manual-override shutter-speed settings, allows delayed exposures of approximately 10 sec. It activates when the lever is turned downward (counterclockwise) as far as it will go. When the shutter-release button is pressed, the timer starts. Independent of the shutter mechanism, the timer can be set either before or after the shutter is wound. Do not use at "B" setting.
*Do not operate the self-timer when making a time exposure.
The exposure meter measures the brightness of the subject immediately before the shutter is released . When the shutter is released with the viewfinder eyepiece uncovered, light may enter through it, and the correct exposure may not be obtained. Therefore, when the self-timer is being used with automatic exposure control, it is recommended that the eyepiece be covered. When the shutter is released while standing in front of the camera, the exposure meter measures only the portion of one's body in front of the camera .
Be careful to avoid such erroneous exposures.
It is not necessary to give consideration to the above matters when taking pictures at manual control. First, confirm the proper shutter speed with the camera set at autom atic, th en set th e shutter speed manually, then trip the shutter.
