6 Fully depress the shutter release button to take the picture keeping the autofocus frame mark on the main subject.

Pictures can be taken only when the lens cover is open all the way. *Note: If the camera-to-subject distance is closer than 0.9m (3.0 ft), an

out-of-focus picture may result.

Self-timer operation (See Fig. M on page 38.)

1Turn the camera ON and press the self-timer button.

2The self-timer indicator blinks for 8 sec, then lights up for 2 sec. before the shutter is released.

To cancel self-timer operation, close the lens cover or press the self-timer button again.

Flash photography

Auto flash mode (default)

The camera determines when flash is needed and fires the flash automatically. Recommended flash shooting range is as follows:

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Nikon A20 instruction manual Self-timer operation See Fig. M on, Flash photography