Pentax SMCPDA Operation Manual - Page 50

50 • The operating distance of the remote control unit is approx. 5m from in front 5m of the camera. • Remote control shooting with the capture mode set to p (bulb) mode will allow bulb shooting while the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed. • Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder during remote control operation in any capture mode other than a (metered manual exposure). Attach the provided viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (see page 69). See page 47 for attaching the viewfinder cap. • You can use a custom function to change the remote control operation time from 3 seconds to immediate operation. See page 115 for setting Custom 4 Functions. • Press the drive button or turn the main switch off to stop the remote control operation after it has been activated. • The remote control may not operate in backlit conditions. • The remote control does not work while the flash is being charged. • When using the built-in flash, raise the flash into position first. • The camera automatically returns to single-frame drive mode after the remote control shooting mode is left unused for 5 minutes. • The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Please contact PENTAX service center to exchange the battery. (This will involve a fee.) Shooting Functions