Owner's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Pocket Guide
- Owners Manual
- Restore Default Settings (Menu Item)
- Date & Time Set (Menu Item)
- Conventions Used in This Manual
- Table of Contents
- CF Card Compatibility
- Supplied Accessories
- Parts & Controls
- Quick Start
- Getting Started
- Basic Shooting & Playback
- Advanced Shooting Techniques
- Program AE
- ISO Speed
- Using the Flash
- Changing Auto Focus Mode
- Selecting the Auto Focus Point
- Continuous Shooting
- Image Quality
- Selecting a Picture Style
- Action Shots
- Depth of Field
- Manual Exposure
- Automatic Depth of Field
- Metering Mode
- Exposure Compensation
- Auto Exposure Bracketing
- Customizing the Picture Style
- Defining a New Picture Style
- Setting the Color Space
- AE Lock
- FE Lock
- White Balance
- White Balance Correction
- Preventing Camera Shake
- Handy Features
- Menu Settings
- Setting Custom Functions
- Transferring Images to a Computer
- Automatic Sensor Cleaning
- Appending Dust Delete Data
- Manual Sensor Cleaning
- Image Management
- Printing Images
- Reference
- Troubleshooting
- System Accessory Map
- Specs
- Index
- Software Guide
- Scans of Supplied CD-ROMS
- Accessory Brochure
- Image Stabilizer Lens Brochure
- Macro Lens Brochure
- Warranty
Handling Precautions
Camera Care
~
This camera is a precision instrument.
Do
not drop it or subject it to physical
shock.
~
The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you
accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult your nearest
Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the
camera has been exposed to salty
air,
wipe with a well-wrung wet cloth.
~
Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such
as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near
anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong
magnetic fields can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data.
e Do not leave the camera
in
excessive heat such as
in
a car
in
direct sunlight.
High temperatures can cause the camera
to
malfunction.
• The camera contains precision electronic'circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera yourself.
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Use a blower to blow away dust
on
the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and
focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents
to
clean
the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest
Canon Service Center.
e Do not touch the camera's electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to
prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera
misoperation.
til If the camera
is
suddenly brought
in
from the cold into a warm room,
condensation may form on the camera and internal parts.
To
prevent
condensation, first put the camera
in
a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to
the warmer temperature before taking
it
out of the bag.
G If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This
is
to avoid
damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, CF card
and battery from the camera, and wait until the condensation has
evaporated before using the camera.
~
If the camera will not be used for
an
extended period, remove the battery
and store the camera
in
a cool,
dry,
well-ventilated location. Even while the
camera
is
in
storage, press the shutter button a few times once
in
a while to
check that the camera
is
still working.
..
Avoid storing the camera where there are corrosive chemicals such as a
darkroom or chemical lab.
e Ifthe camera has not been used for
an
extended period, test all its functions
before using the camera. If you have not used the camera for some time or if
there is
an
important shoot coming up, have the camera checked by your
Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it
is
working
properly.
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