153With Remote Controller RC-1 or RC-5 (optional), you can shootremotely up to about 5 meters/16.4 feet directly in front of the camera.Use the self-timer to do steps 1 and 2 on page 49.Take the picture.Point the remote controller toward thecamera’s remote control sensor andpress the transmit button.X The camera will autofocus.X When focus is achieved, the self-timer lamp will light and the picturewill be taken.If you take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering theeyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use the eyepiececover attached to the camera strap.1 Remove the eyecup.From the bottom of the eyecup, pushit upward.2 Attaching the Eyepiece Cover.Slide the eyepiece cover down intothe eyepiece groove to attach it.R Wireless Remote ControlRemote control sensorUsing the Eyepiece CoverCamera misoperation may occur near certain types of fluorescent light.During wireless remote control, try to keep the camera away fromfluorescent light.