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NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS REBEL Ti (DATE) / 300V (DATE) is a very compact autofocus, single-lens reflex camera. It can be used for a wide variety of subjects and situations with fully automatic and user-controlled shooting modes. Read this Instructions and familiarize yourself with your new camera before taking pictures. Also read “Handling Cautions” on page 4 to prevent camera malfunction and damage.
NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 3 Contents Conventions Used in this Instructions ............................................2 Handling Cautions ..........................................................................4 Quick Start Guide ...........................................................................6 Nomenclature .................................................................................8 1 Before You Start ..............................................................
NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 4 Handling Cautions Camera Care and Storage (1) The camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. (2) This camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If the camera gets really wet, 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 damp cloth.
NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 5 LCD Displays In time, the camera’s LCD panel display and the LCD display in the viewfinder may fade and become difficult to read. If this happens, have it replaced (at cost) by a Canon Service Center. At low temperatures, the LCD display response may become slower. And at 60˚C/140˚F or higher temperatures, the display may blacken. In either case, the display will return to normal at room temperature.
NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 6 Quick Start Guide 1 Install the batteries. 5 Load the film. 6 Insert two CR2 lithium batteries as shown by the battery orientation diagram on the battery compartment cover. (→page 14) Align the edge of the film with the < > mark, and close the back cover until it snaps shut. (→page 18) • The film will then advance to the first frame automatically. 2 Attach a lens. 6 Focus the subject.
NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM 3 On the lens, set the focus mode switch to < AF >. 7 Take the picture. (→page 16) Press the shutter button fully to take the picture. (→page 17) Page 7 4 Turn the Command Dial to < > (Full Auto). 8 Unload the film. (→page 22) At the end of the roll, the film rewinds automatically. Open the back cover to remove the film cartridge.
NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 8 Nomenclature • The reference page is indicated in parentheses. • The camera controls are indicated as icons in brackets < >.
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NNN E SEC0 (2-12) 02.5.11 11:13 AM Page 12 Nomenclature Command Dial The dial is divided into three zones. Zone tive ea r C OFF (Camera is inoperative) Full Auto on Im age Z e B a sic Zone 1 Basic Zone 2 Creative Zone Fully automatic mode where the camera takes care of everything. Semi-automatic and manual modes enable you to take control of the camera to obtain the desired result.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 13 Before You Start Installing the Batteries and Checking the Battery Level ..............................14 Mounting and Detaching a Lens ............................16 How the Shutter Button Works ...............................17 Loading and Unloading Film..............................18 Midroll Rewind ..........................................20 Holding the Camera ...............................................
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 14 Installing the Batteries and Checking the Battery Level Installing the Batteries The camera uses two CR2 lithium batteries. the battery compartment 1 Open cover. 2 • Slide the cover release lever as shown by the arrow and open the battery compartment cover. 1 the batteries. 2 Instal • Make sure the battery contacts (+ and –) are properly oriented as shown. • Do not mix old and new batteries. the battery compartment 3 Close cover.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 15 Checking the Battery Level Check the battery level after replacing the batteries and before using the camera. Turn the Command Dial to a shooting mode. • The camera will then turn on and the LCD panel will display one of the following battery level icons: : Battery level OK. : The battery level is low. Keep spare batteries handy. : The batteries will soon be completely exhausted. : Replace the batteries. (→page 5) Battery Life (With 24-ex.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 16 Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens the caps. 1 Remove • Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. Mount the lens. 2 • Align the red dots on the lens and camera and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it snaps in place. Red dots the lens, set the focus mode 3 On switch to . • If the focus mode switch is set to 1 2 1 (or on older lenses), autofocus will not operate and < > will be displayed on the LCD panel.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 17 How the Shutter Button Works The EOS camera’s shutter button can be depressed halfway or all the way. There is a click stop at the halfway point. Pressing the Shutter Button Halfway or Fully The shutter button works as described below. When it is pressed halfway: • Autofocusing (AF) is activated. When the subject is in focus, the AF point which achieved focus will flash, the beeper will sound, and the focus confirmation light will light up.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 18 Loading and Unloading Film Loading Film After you load the film, the camera first winds the entire roll onto the camera’s take-up spool. With DX-coded film, the camera automatically sets the film’s ISO speed. Then each time a picture is taken, one frame of film is rewound back into the film cartridge. The frame counter shows always number of shots remaining. the Command Dial to any 1 Turn setting except < >. the back cover.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 19 • The shutter curtains have been manufactured with very high precision. Never touch them with your fingers. When loading film, do not touch or damage the curtains with your fingers or film. • In hot and humid environments, do not remove the film packaging until you are ready to load the film. • If the film is not loaded properly, the < > icon will blink on the LCD panel and the shutter will not work. Reload the film cartridge properly.
NNN E SEC1 (13-20) 02.5.11 10:46 AM Page 20 Loading and Unloading Film Midroll Rewind To rewind the film in midroll, follow the procedure below. the < > button. 1 Press Film rewind will begin. out the film cartridge. 2 Take icon is blinking • Make sure the < > on the LCD panel before taking out the film cartridge.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:14 AM Page 21 Fully Automatic Shooting Full Auto Mode..................................................22 AF-Assist beam with the Built-in Flash ..................23 Programmed Image Control modes .......................24 Portrait / Sports / Landscape / Night Portrait / 2 Close-up Flash off Using Red-eye Reduction .................................26 Using the Self-timer ..........................................27 Wireless Remote Control (DATE Model only) ...
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 22 Full Auto Mode All you do is point the camera and press the shutter button. Everything is automatic so it is easy to photograph any subject. With seven AF points to focus the subject, anyone can just point and shoot. 1 Turn the Command Dial to < >. any of the AF points on the 2 Aim subject. • The main subject, as determined by the camera, will be focused by one of the AF points.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 23 the picture. 5 Take • Compose the shot and press the shutter button fully. If the built-in flash’s automatic pop-up action is obstructed accidentally, the < > icon will blink on the LCD panel as a warning. If this happens, press the shutter button halfway to return the camera to normal operation. • When focus is achieved, the autofocus and auto exposure setting will also be locked. • If the focus confirmation light < > blinks, the picture cannot be taken.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 24 Programmed Image Control Modes Select a shooting mode to suit the target subject, and the camera will be set to obtain the best results. Portrait This mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. • Holding down the shutter button executes continuous shooting. • To improve the background blur, use a telephoto lens and fill the frame with the subject or have the subject stand farther away from the background.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 25 Sports This is for sports and fast-moving subjects when you want to freeze the action on film. • The camera will first track the subject with the center AF point. Focus tracking will then continue with any of the seven AF points covering the subject. When focus is achieved, the beeper will sound softly. • While you hold down the shutter button, focusing will continue for continuous shooting.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 26 Using Red-eye Reduction (with the built-in flash) When flash is used in a low-light environment, the subject’s eyes may come out red in the photograph. “Red eye” happens when the light from the flash reflects off the retina of the eyes. The camera’s red-eye reduction feature turns on the red-eye reduction lamp to shine a gentle light into the subject’s eyes to narrow the pupil diameter or iris. A smaller pupil reduces the chances of red eye from occurring.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 27 Using the Self-timer The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture. It can be used in Basic Zone and Creative Zone modes. You should use a tripod. the < 1 Show panel. > icon on the LCD • Press the < > button to display the < > icon. • To cancel the self-timer, press the < > button again or turn the Command Dial to < >. the picture. 2 Take • The picture-taking procedure is the same as with the < > Full Auto mode on page 22.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 28 Wireless Remote Control (DATE Model only) With Remote Controller RC-1 (optional), wireless operation is possible up to 5 meters away from the front of the camera. the < 1 Show panel. • Press the < display the < > icon on the LCD > button to > icon. the picture. 2 Take • Point the controller toward the Remote control sensor camera’s remote control sensor and press the transmit button. • Display indications 2-sec.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 29 Imprinting the Date or Time (DATE Model only) The camera has a date feature with an automatic calendar to 2099. It can imprint the date or time on the photograph as shown in the left photo. The imprinting can also be disabled so nothing is imprinted. The date or time can be imprinted in any shooting mode. The date or time is imprinted on the lower right corner of the photograph. 1 Move the < > arrow to < >.
NNN E SEC2 (21-30) 02.5.11 11:15 AM Page 30 Imprinting the Date or Time (DATE Model only) Setting the Date and Time the < > arrow to < >. 1 Move • Look at the LCD panel and press the < > button. If the date and time has not been set, “ ” will blink on the LCD panel. the digit to be set. 2 Select • Press the < > button. • The digit selection will change in the following sequence: year, month, day, hour, minute, “ ”. the correct number. 3 Set • Turn the < > dial.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 31 User-Controlled Shooting Cre ati v Selecting an AF point........................................32 Focusing Off-Center Subjects ................................33 When Autofocus Fails.............................................34 Selecting the Film Advance Mode...............35 Metering Modes......................................................35 : Program AE.......................................................36 : Shutter-Priority AE.....................
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 32 Selecting an AF point The AF point is used for focusing. The AF point can be selected automatically by the camera or manually by you. In the Basic Zone modes and < > mode, the AF point selection is automatic only. In the < >, < >, < >, and < > modes, the AF point can be selected either automatically or manually. Automatic AF point Selection The camera selects the AF point automatically according to situation.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 33 Focusing Off-Center Subjects If you want to focus an off-center subject not covered by any of the AF points, use focus lock as described below. the desired AF point. 1 Select (→page 32) the subject. 2 Focus • Aim the AF point on the subject, then press the shutter button halfway. pressing the shutter button 3 Keep halfway and recompose the picture as desired. 4 Take the picture. Focus lock also works in the Basic Zone modes (except< from step 2 above. >).
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 34 When Autofocus Fails The camera has a high-precision AF system which can focus almost all subjects. However, it can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light < > blinks) the subjects listed below. Difficult Subjects for Autofocusing • Low-contrast subjects. Example: Blue sky, flat surface with a solid color. • Subjects in very low light. • Extremely backlit or reflective subjects. Example: Automobile with a strong reflection.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 35 Selecting the Film Advance Mode Two film advance modes are provided: single-frame and continuous shooting. Press the < > button. • Show the < > (single) or < > (continuous) icon on the LCD panel. Each time you press the < > button, the icons will appear in the following looping sequence: • The continuous shooting speed is approx. 2.5 frames per sec.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 36 :Program AE Like the < > (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose mode to make picture-taking easy. It sets the shutter speed and aperture automatically to suit the subject’s brightness. ∗ “P” stands for Program. ∗ “AE” stands for auto exposure. 1 Turn the Command Dial to < >. the shutter button halfway 2 Press to focus. the display. 3 Check The shutter speed and aperture are set automatically and displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 37 the picture. 4 Take • Compose the shot and press the shutter button fully. The Difference Between < > and < > • The < > and < > modes set the same shutter speed and aperture settings automatically for picture-taking.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 38 :Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture automatically to suit the brightness of the scene. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject. Or, a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion. ∗ “Tv” stands for Time value which is the shutter speed. Taken with a fast shutter speed. Taken with a slow shutter speed. 1 Turn the Command Dial to < >.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 39 the viewfinder display and 4 Check take the picture. • If the aperture display is not blinking, a correct exposure will be obtained. • If the maximum aperture (the lowest f/number) blinks, it indicates underexposure. In such a case, turn the < > dial to set a slower shutter speed until the aperture display stops blinking. • If the minimum aperture (the highest f/number) blinks, it indicates overexposure.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 40 :Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the brightness of the subject. A large aperture (lower f/number) will blur the background and make the subject stand out. The larger the aperture, the more blurred the background will look. Or, a smaller aperture (higher f/number) will increase the depth of field to make both the foreground and background look sharp.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 41 the viewfinder display and 4 Check take the picture. • If the shutter speed display does not blink, a correct exposure will be obtained. • If the slowest shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. In such a case, turn the < > dial to set a larger aperture (smaller f/number) until the shutter speed display stops blinking. • If the fastest shutter speed blinks, it indicates overexposure.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 42 :Manual Exposure In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and the aperture for total exposure control. The exposure level of the shutter speed and aperture you set is indicated on the exposure level scale. You can thereby check how suitable the exposure will be. In the < > mode, the centerweighted average metering will be set automatically. ∗ “M” stands for Manual. 1 Turn the Command Dial to < >. the shutter speed and aperture.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 43 :Automatic Depth-of-Field AE This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and landscapes. The camera uses the 7 AF points to detect the nearest and farthest subjects to be in focus. ∗ “A-DEP” stands for Auto-depth of field. 1 Turn the Command Dial to < >. the subject. 2 Focus • Move the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 44 AE Lock With the same AF point, you can obtain and lock the auto exposure setting on one part of the picture and then recompose to focus a different part of the picture. AE lock enables you to maintain the same exposure setting even after recomposing the shot. This is effective for backlit subjects. During AE lock, partial metering (→page 35) is used automatically. the subject. 1 Focus • Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 45 :Exposure Compensation Changing the exposure level set by the camera is called exposure compensation. Exposure compensation can be used to make the picture darker or brighter intentionally. Exposure compensation can be set up to +/–2 stops in half-stop increments. the Command Dial to a 1 Turn Creative Zone mode except < >. the shutter button halfway 2 Press and check the exposure display.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 46 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) With AEB, the camera automatically changes the exposure within the set range (up to +/–2 stops in 1/2-stop increments) for three successive frames. the < 1 Move icon. > arrow to the < > • Look at the LCD panel and press the < AEB amount > button. ( ) the desired AEB amount. 2 Set • Turn the < > dial. The AEB amount and AEB range < > are displayed on the LCD panel.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:16 AM Page 47 Bulb Exposures A bulb exposure starts when you press the shutter button fully and ends when you release the shutter button. Bulb exposures are useful when long exposures are required for night scenes, fireworks, astronomical photography, etc. 1 Turn the Command Dial to < the shutter speed to “ 2 Set • Turn the < > dial until “ >. ”. ” is displayed on the LCD panel. ” follows “ ”.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:17 AM Page 48 Multiple Exposures By not advancing the film after taking a picture, up to nine exposures can be shot on a single frame. the < 1 Move icon. > arrow to the < > • Look at the LCD panel and press the < > button. ( ) The frame counter will show “ ”. the desired number of 2 Set multiple exposures. • Turn the < > dial. Three multiple exposures have been set above. the picture.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:17 AM Page 49 Using the Built-in Flash In a Basic Zone Mode In a Basic Zone mode (except < >, < > and < >), the built-in flash will pop up and fire automatically in low-light or backlit conditions. In a Creative Zone Mode When using a Creative Zone mode, press the < built-in flash. > button to pop up the : Use this mode for automatic flash photography. The flash sync speed and flash aperture will be set automatically as with the < > (Full Auto) mode.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:17 AM Page 50 Using the Built-in Flash Flash Distance Range (With EF 28-90mm f/4-5.6) ISO 28mm Negative Film 90mm Slide Film Negative Film Slide Film 1 - 3.0 / 3.3 - 9.8 1 - 3.0 / 3.3 - 9.8 1 - 2.1 / 3.3 - 6.9 400 m / ft 1 - 8.5 / 3.3 - 27.9 1.2 - 6.0 / 3.9 - 29.5 1 - 6.0 / 3.3 - 19.7 1 - 4.3 / 3.3 - 14.1 100 m / ft 1 - 4.2 / 3.3 - 13.1 • When using the built-in flash, stay at least 1 meter/3.3 feet away from the subject.
NNN E SEC3 (31-51) 02.5.11 11:17 AM Page 51 Silencing the Beeper The beeper can be silenced in all of the shooting modes. the < 1 Move icon. > arrow to the < > • Look at the LCD panel and press the < > button. ( ) the setting to “ ”. 2 Set • Turn the < > dial. • To enable the beeper to sound, set to “ ”. LCD Panel Illumination Illuminating the LCD panel. • Press the < > button. ( ) • To turn off the illumination, press the < > button again or press the shutter button halfway.
NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Page 52 Reference Basic Photography Terms Exposure Exposure occurs when the film is exposed to light. Correct exposure is obtained when the film is exposed to a proper amount of light in accordance with the film’s sensitivity to light. The correct exposure is adjusted with the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture. Shutter speed The shutter speed is the length of time the camera’s shutter opens to expose the film to the light coming through the lens.
NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Page 53 Exposure Warning List Mode Blinking Warning Indication Countermeasures The subject is too dark. Use flash. The subject is too bright. Attach a neutral density filter to the lens. The picture will be underexposed. Turn the < > dial to set a slower shutter speed. The picture will be overexposed. Turn the < > dial to set a faster shutter speed. The picture will be underexposed. Turn the < > dial to set a larger aperture (smaller f/number).
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NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Page 55 AF Mode One-Shot AF When focus is achieved, the exposure setting is set simultaneously and the focus is locked. The shutter cannot be released until focus is achieved. AI Servo AF Ideal for moving subjects. The moving subject is focused continuously while the camera predicts the subject's point of focus for when the shutter is released. The exposure is set when the shutter is released.
NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Page 56 Reference Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, try to resolve it by referring to this Troubleshooting Guide. If the problem still persists, take the camera to your nearest Canon Service Center. Nothing is displayed on the LCD panel. The batteries are exhausted. Replace the batteries with new ones. (→page 14) The batteries have been installed incorrectly. Install the batteries correctly. (→page 14) The picture looks blurred.
NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Page 57 Major Specifications • Type Type .......................................35 mm AF/AE SLR camera with built-in winder and flash Recording media ...................35 mm film Image size .............................24 x 36 mm Compatible lenses .................Canon EF lenses Lens mount............................Canon EF mount (electronic data exchange) • Viewfinder Type .......................................Eye-level pentamirror Coverage ......................
NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Page 58 Reference Exposure compensation ........Manual exposure compensation: +/– 2 stops in 1/2-stop increments (can be used with AEB) Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): +/– 2 stops in 1/2-stop increments AE lock ..................................Auto AE lock: Operates in One-shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved Manual AE lock: By AE lock button in partial metering mode Multiple exposures.................Max. 9 exposures • Shutter Type ..........
NNN E SEC4 (52-59) 02.5.11 10:48 AM Index A B C D E F AEB...........................................................46 AE lock......................................................44 AF .............................................................16 AF-assist beam .........................................23 AF mode ..................................................55 AF point ....................................................32 AI Focus AF ..............................................
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