Nikon D3000 User Manual

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Self-Timer and Remote Modes 
The self-timer and optional ML-L3 wireless remote control (
0 167) can be used to 
reduce camera shake or for self-portraits.
1
Mount the camera on a tripod.
Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 
2
Select a release mode (
53).
Select self-timer (
E), delayed remote 
(
"), or quick-response remote mode 
(
#).
3
Frame the photograph.
A
Using a Remote Control
If autofocus is in effect in delayed remote or quick-response remote mode, the camera 
can be focused by pressing the shutter-release button halfway (the shutter will not be 
released if the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down).
A
Cover the Viewfinder
After framing the photograph, remove 
the DK-20 rubber eyecup (q) and insert 
the supplied DK-5 eyepiece cap as 
shown (w). This prevents light entering 
via the viewfinder interfering with 
exposure. Hold the camera firmly when 
removing the rubber eyecup.
DK-5 eyepiece cap
q
w