Nikon 8400 User Manual
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Using the ML-L3 Remote Control
To use the ML-L3 remote control:
1
Mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or place it on a stable, level
surface.
2
Press the
( ) button to select self-timer mode (
41).
3
After framing the photograph, aim the remote con-
trol transmitter at the camera infrared receiver and
press the shutter release on the remote control.
Using the Remote Control
The ML-L3 has a range of about 5 m (16´). Be sure
the line of sight between the remote and the infra-
red receiver is not blocked by converter lenses, lens
hoods, or other obstacles. Note that the remote
may not function if the receiver is too brightly lit.
4
The camera will take a picture about two seconds
later. The self-timer lamp will blink for the fi rst sec-
ond and then remain lit until the shutter is released.
Self-timer mode remains in effect after the shutter
is released, allowing additional pictures to be taken
using the remote.
The Self-Timer
When the self-timer is turned on, BSS turns off automatically (
91). If an option
other than Intvl timer shooting is selected for Continuous (
88), Continuous will
automatically be reset to Single.
The self-timer is not available in movie mode (
58),
or when (Museum), (Fireworks show), or (Sports) is selected in scene mode
(
26).
Infrared receiver
Self-timer
lamp