Pentax ist - Manual (Page 58)

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SELECTING A DRIVE MODE
Self-Timer Mode
After pressing the shutter release button, the picture will be taken
about 12 sec. later. Use the self-timer when you wish to include
yourself in the picture.
1
Mount the camera on the
tripod.
• If you use a large tripod, see “MEMO”
on page 58.
2
Press the drive mode button
until
appears on the
LCD panel.
3
Press the shutter release button
halfway down to compose and
focus on the subject.
When the subject is in focus,
lights up in the viewfinder.