Pentax 550 Digital Camera User Manual


 
78
Taking Pictures
z
Using the Remote Control Unit (optional)
You can take pictures using the remote control F (optional).
z Press the button in Capture
mode to display on the LCD
monitor.
The self-timer lamp will blink and the
camera is ready to take pictures.
x
Press the shutter release button on
the remote control unit.
The self-timer lamp will blink rapidly and the picture will be
taken after approximately three seconds.
Playing Back Images and Sound
p.89
The buttons on the camera can be used in the same way.
Please ensure that the remote control unit is no more than 5
meters away from the front of the camera.
When taking pictures against the light, the distance at which the
remote control unit operates may be reduced.
To take a picture immediately after pressing the shutter release
button on the remote control unit, press the button in
step z to display on the LCD monitor.
b Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit
A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera
approximately 30,000 times. If the battery needs changing, con-
tact your nearest Pentax customer service center. (A charge is
made for replacing the battery.)
198198
11:19 11:19
F2.8
1/250
F2.8
1/250
02/20/200302/20/2003
memo
e04_kb338_038_088_41e.qk 3/17/03 5:23 PM Page 78