Self-Timer - Sanyo VPC S6 - Xacti Digital Camera Instruction Manual

Self-Timer

The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount
the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface.
1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Rotate the mode dial to
3. Press the power switch to turn on the power.
4. Press the four-way controller ( /
self-timer mode. You can also change the setting using four-way controller
( ).
5. Press the button to confirm the setting.
6. Compose your scene and press the shutter release button.
The self-timer function is activated.
The photograph is then taken after the preset time.
To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the four-way controller (
button halfway.The table below will help you choose the appropriate self-timer mode:
Self-timer mode Description
2 sec. The image is captured about 2 seconds after the shutter is pressed. This mode is useful
Self-timer for preventing camera shake.
10 sec. The image is captured about 10 seconds after the shutter is pressed. This mode is
Self-timer suitable for the shots in which the photographer has to be included.
10+2 sec. The first image is captured about 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed,
Self-timer and then the second image is captured 2 seconds later. This mode is convenient when
capturing group images in succession. Flash does not fire in this mode.
• After one shot is taken, the self-timer mode is turned off.
• If you wish to take another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.
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Capture Mode Captu pture Mod e Mode
2 sec. Self-timer 2 sec. Self-timer 2 sec. Self-timer
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