Self-Timer - Nikon Nikomat Elw Instruction Manual

SELF-TIMER
The built-in self-timer, usable for both automatic
and manual-override shutter-speed settings, allows
delayed exposures of approximately 10 sec. It
activates when the lever is turned downward
(counterclockwise) as far as it will go. When the
shutter-release button is pressed, the timer starts.
I ndependent of the shutter mechanism, the timer
can be set either before or after the shutter is
wound. Do not use at "B" setting.
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Do not operate the self-timer when making a time
exposure.
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The exposure meter measures the brightness of the
subject immediately before the shutter is released .
When the shutter is released with the viewfinder
eyepiece uncovered, light may enter through it,
and the correct exposure may not be obtained.
Therefore, when the self-timer is being used with
automatic exposure control, it is recommended
that the eyepiece be covered. When the shutter is
released while standing in front of the camera, the
exposure meter measures only the portion of one's
body in front of the camera .
Be careful to avoid such erroneous exposures.
It is not necessary to give consideration to the
above matters when taking pictures at manual
control. First, confirm the proper shutter speed
with the camera set at autom atic, th en set th e
shutter speed manually, then trip the shutter.