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 The optional ML-L3 remote control (shown above) can be used for self-portraits or to reduce blur caused by camera 

shake. There are two settings that can be used with the ML-L3. 

  

Shooting mode 

Description 

 Delayed remote 

Gives operator time to pose when taking self-portrait using 

remote control. 

 Quick-response remote 

Ensures quick shutter response; can be used to reduce blurring 

caused by camera shake. 

Long Time-Exposures 

When the ML-L3 remote control is used in M mode, users can selected '- -' as the shutter speed. At this setting, the 

shutter opens when the shutter-release button on the optional ML-L3 remote control is pressed (2 seconds after the 

button is pressed in delayed remote mode) and remains open until the remote-control shutter-release button is 

pressed a second time (maximum exposure time is 30 minutes). Nikon recommends using a fully-charged EN-EL3 

battery or an optional EH-5 AC adapter when using long exposures. For information regarding using the ML-L3 with 

flash please see the Cameras User manual. 

Using the ML-L3 remote control: 

1.  Mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or place the camera on a stable, level surface.  

2. 

or D70, D70s and D80 and D90 users:  Press the  

 button and rotate main command dial until  

 (delayed remote) or 

 (quick response remote) is displayed in the control panel. For D50 users press the 

 button. and rotate the main command dial to access the options.  

F

F

5000) 

3. 

or D60 users, press the cameras Menu button, go to the Custom Setting menu, #04 - Release Mode, and 

choose either the 

2S Delayed Remote

 or 

Quick Response remote

 option.  

F

4. 

or the D3000 and D5000, the option is found in the Release Mode list. See pg 38 (D3000) or pg 65 (D

in your user manual.  

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