Multi-Function Shoe - Canon EOS R3 Advanced User's Manual

Multi-Function Shoe

Using the Multi-Function Shoe
The multi-function shoe is a hot shoe that supplies power to accessories and offers
advanced communication functionality.
Using the Multi-Function Shoe
Removing the shoe cover
Remove the shoe cover (1) by pressing the part labeled (A) in the figure as shown with
your finger. After removal, keep the shoe cover in a convenient place to avoid losing it.
Attaching accessories
When attaching accessories that communicate through contacts of the multi-function
shoe, insert the accessory's mounting foot until it clicks into place, then slide the
mounting foot locking lever to secure it. For details, refer to the accessory's Instruction
Manual.
The following accessories cannot be attached directly to the multi-function shoe.
• Speedlite EL-1/600EXII-RT/600EX-RT/580EX II
• Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT (Ver. 2)/ST-E3-RT
• Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3
To use the accessories listed above with the camera, you will need Multi-Function Shoe
Adapter AD-E1, sold separately. For details, refer to the AD-E1 Instruction Manual.
When attaching accessories other than these that are designed for regular hot shoes,
insert the accessory's mounting foot all the way in, then slide the mounting foot locking
lever to secure it. For details, refer to the accessory's Instruction Manual.
Electronic Viewfinder EVF-DC2/EVF-DC1 cannot be attached to the multi-function shoe.
Attempting to attach it by force may damage it or the multi-function shoe.
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