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Note that some of the buttons can be re-assigned to 
another function.
There are three control buttons on the rear of the 
grip.
1
  True Focus button
At default setting, activates True Focus (see separate 
section for description) but also acts as a Zoom-in 
button when browsing or Selector button when 
making a setting change on the sensor unit, according 
to mode. 
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function. 
2
  CF Card format button
Re-formats a CF card. Purposefully recessed to pre-
vent unintentional use. Dialogue  appears for confir-
mation – for use with H5D sensor units only.
3
  AE-L button
At default setting, activates AE-L that can lock a light 
reading made in both automatic and manual expo-
sure modes. Also acts as a Zoom-out button when 
browsing or Selector button when making a setting 
change on the sensor unit, according to mode. 
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
See under Light Metering & Exposure Control / 
AE-L button for full details.
There are three control buttons on the front of the 
grip.
4
  M.UP button 
Press to raise the mirror and press again to lower it 
(toggle function). A quick double press of the button 
(two within a half second) will immediately access the 
Self timer function.
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
5
  Remote release cord port
For attaching a remote release cord (electrical). The 
jack plug socket is protected by a captive rubber plug.
6
  STOP DOWN button
Press to make a visual check of the depth-of-field on 
the viewfinder screen at the chosen aperture. The ap-
erture will close according to the setting and remain 
closed as long as the pressure is maintained. You can 
alter the aperture at the same time to see the changes 
taking place.
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
Note
Customizable buttons are parti cularly 
useful and can save you a great deal of 
time and effort. You are advised to inves-
tigate their potential fully!
See separate section for full details.
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