Pentax Optio MX4 specifications Using the Self-Timer, Taking Still Pictures B c a C

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Taking Still Pictures

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Using the Self-Timer

In self-timer mode, the picture is taken a fixed time after the shutter release button is pressed.

Use the 10-second self-timer when you want to be included in a group picture.

Use the 2-second self-timer to avoid camera shake when you press the shutter release button.

1 Press the m button in Capture mode to display g or

Z on the LCD monitor.

2	Press the shutter release button.	g		38
	g The picture is taken approximately ten		00 : 02	: 48
	seconds after the shutter release button
	is pressed. The self-timer lamp lights for
	about seven seconds, then blinks for
	about three seconds.		07/25/2004
	Z The self-timer lamp blinks for about two	#	14	: 25

seconds after the shutter release button is pressed and the picture is taken.

Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-timer lamp is blinking when taking still pictures.

• If you press the C button, recording movies will start after ten seconds (or two seconds).

•To cancel the self-timer, press any button, such as the MENU button, while the second count is displayed.

Taking Pictures of Yourself 1p.50

Troubleshooting: “Subject is not in focus” 1p.139

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