Pentax PZ-1 PZ-1 Manual - Page 76

SNOI/VII3d0 033NVACIV 6) Using the Triple-Frame Self-Timer Mode In the triple-frame self-timer mode, three consecutive frames are taken about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. This mode allows you to get two additional prints of a group shot, for example, or three different pictures of yourself. 1. Set the mode dial to [DRIVE) and change to the tripleframe self-timer mode (OW. (See page 61.) 2. Start the triple-frame self-timer mode in the same way as the 12-second-delay self-timer, and press the shutter release button. The timer releases the shutter at the following timings: • 12 seconds later (First frame) -+ 2 seconds later (Second frame) 2 seconds later (Third frame) * The camera-to-subject distance used for the first frame is also used for the second and third frames, but the exposure level is automatically adjusted at each shutter release. • After three frames, the single-frame mode 0 ] is selected automatically. • When using flash, check that it is fully charged before starting the triple-frame self-timer. The second and third frames are taken 2 seconds after the flash has charged. If the flash takes 7 seconds or more to charge, this mode is canceled. " To stop the triple-frame consecutive self-timer before all the shots are taken, set the main switch to 0 1. When the main switch is turned on again, the singleframe mode I 0 is selected automatically. • If you back away the viewfinder during self-timer shooting, the exposure may be adversely affected by light entering the opening. Attach the viewfinder cap (supplied) when taking pictures without using the memory lock button [ML] in an AE mode.