Nikon COOLPIXP510BLK manual Using the Self-timer, Mode selected for the self-timer is displayed

Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector

Using the Self-timer

The self-timer is suitable for taking group pictures and reducing the vibration when the shutter-release button is pressed.

When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A108) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.

1 Press J (n self-timer) on the multi selector.

2 Use the multi selector to select n10s (or
n2s) and press the kbutton.
• n10s (ten seconds): suitable for group pictures.
• n2s (two seconds): suitable for preventing camera
shake.
• When the shooting mode is set to Pet portrait in	Self-timer
scene mode, Y(pet portrait auto release) is displayed
(A52). The self-timer n10s and n2s are not available.

•The mode selected for the self-timer is displayed.

•If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

3 Frame the picture and press the shutter-release button halfway.

•Set the focus and exposure.

Shooting Features

4 Press the shutter-release button all the way.

•The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and remains lit.

•When the shutter is released, the self-timer turns OFF.

•To stop the timer before a picture is taken, press the shutter-release button again.

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