How to use wireless remote when not in focus?

[robb01]

Ive read the manual, and researched this but can't find the answer. It seems like whenever I want to try and use my wireless remote, it won't work because the autofocus isn't locked on. I usually have it set on manual focus, but it even then it won't lock on a focus, and i cant use the remote to take the photo? Is there anyway around this so that the focus doesn't have to lock before I can take the picture?

 

[Overread]

What mode are you shooting in? The auto modes (eg full auto, landscape, macro etc..) need a lock on to allow a shot normally - however when in aperture priority, shutter priority, manual mode should allow a shot, even if out of focus, when using them in manual focusing mode.

You might want to check your custom settings as you might have a mode enabled which prevents photos being taken when the AF is not locked on.

 

[robb01]

What mode are you shooting in? The auto modes (eg full auto, landscape, macro etc..) need a lock on to allow a shot normally - however when in aperture priority, shutter priority, manual mode should allow a shot, even if out of focus, when using them in manual focusing mode.

You might want to check your custom settings as you might have a mode enabled which prevents photos being taken when the AF is not locked on.

I was shooting in M, w/ the manual focus on as well, it seemed strange. I'll look through the settings and see if there is something

 

[MissCream]

Check the batteries