Olympus E-300 EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 73

Drive mode Using the self-timer 1 Press the shutter button all the way. ● A picture is taken. ● The focus and exposure are locked when the shutter button is pressed halfway. ● When is selected: First, the self-timer 2 SEC lamp lights up for approximately 10 seconds, then it blinks for approximately 2 seconds and the picture is taken. CANCEL MENU SELECT GO When is selected: The self-timer lamp lights up for approximately 2 seconds, then 4 the picture is taken. ● To cancel the activated self-timer, press the MENU button. Various shooting functions TIPS To exit the self-timer mode. T The self-timer mode is not canceled automatically after shooting. In the menu, switch from DRIVE to one of the other modes. Eyepiece cover When shooting without looking through the viewfinder, such as when using the self-timer, attach the eyepiece cover to the viewfinder so that the light does not enter the viewfinder. To attach the eyepiece cover, remove the eyecup from the camera as illustrated. Eyecup Eyepiece cover Note Do not press the shutter button while standing in front of the camera; this could result in the subject being out of focus since focusing is performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. 73