Nikon Coolpix 8800 User Manual - Page 52

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. Turn vibration reduction (VR) off ( 45). 2 Press the ( ) button to select self-timer mode ( 41). 3 After framing the photograph, aim the remote control 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 infrared 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. Infrared receiver 4 The camera will take a picture about two seconds later. The self-timer lamp will blink for the first second 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. Self-timer lamp More on Photography 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 ( 59), or when (Museum), (Fireworks show), or (Sports) is selected in scene mode ( 26). 42