Compatible Remote Switch (Still Images/Movies) (EOS 7D Mark II)

FAQ ID: 8202164200

Release date: 18 September 2014

Solution

Types of Remote Controllers and Remote Switches

You can connect the Remote Switch RS-80N3 (sold separately) orTimer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (sold separately) or any EOS accessory equipped with an N3-type terminal to the camera for shooting


Remote Controller RC-6	Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3	Remote Switch RS-80N3	Wireless Controller LC-5

NOTE

Remote control shooting is also possible with an EX-series Speedlite equipped with a remote-release function.
You can also use Remote Controller RC-1 and RC-5.
The Remote Controller can also be used during movie shooting Remote Controller RC-5 cannot be used to take still photos in the movie shooting mode.
For details on these accessories' operation procedures, see the respective instruction manuals.

Connecting the Remote Switch

1. Open the terminal cover.
2. Connect the plug to the remote control terminal.

REFERENCE
To disconnect the plug, grasp the plug's silver part and pull out.

Remote Control Shooting

With Remote Controller RC-6 (sold separately), you can shoot remotely up to approx. 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. You can either shoot immediately or use a 2-sec. delay.

1. Set the camera’s power switch to <ON>.

2. Focus the subject.

3. Set the lens focus mode switch to<MF>.

You can also shoot with <AF>.

4. Press the < DRIVE ・ AF > button.

5. Look at the LCD panel or through the viewfinder and turn the <> dial to select < >(10-sec. delay) or < >(2-sec. delay).

6. Point the remote controller toward the camera’s remote control sensor () and press the transmit button.

7. The camera is focused.
When focus is achieved, the self-timer lamp lights up and a picture is taken.

IMPORTANT

Fluorescent or LED lighting may cause camera misoperation by triggering the shutter inadvertently. Try to keep the camera away from such light sources.
If you point a remote controller for a TV set toward the camera and operate it, it may cause camera misoperation by triggering the shutter inadvertently.

NOTE
<Shooting Movies>

You can use Remote Controller RC-6 (sold separately) to start and stop the movie shooting if the drive mode is <> or <>. Set the shooting timing switch to <2> (2-sec. delay), then press the transmit button. If the switch is set to <> (immediate shooting), still photo shooting will take effect.
If [ / ] or [ / ] is set, besides pressing the <> button, you can start/stop the movie shooting by pressing the shutter button completely or by using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately). However, with [ / ] or [ / ] set, still photo shooting is not possible.