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- Page 1 Basic Instruction Manual This basic manual covers only the most basic operations. For other features and more details, see the Camera Instruction Manual pdf file in the CD-ROM.
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Page 2: Introduction
After shooting, playback and check whether the images have been properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. -
Page 3: Instruction Manuals
Instruction Manuals This Basic Instruction Manual only explains the camera’s basic operations and functions. For more detailed instructions, advanced shooting and playback procedures, printing photos, Custom Functions, and more, see the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM. The EOS REBEL T3/EOS 1100D’s instruction manuals consist of the following: Camera Instruction Manual Camera... -
Page 4: Item Check List
Item Check List Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Camera (with eyecup and body cap) Wide Strap EW-200D Camera EOS DIGITAL Instruction Solution Disk Manual (Software CD-ROM) (CD-ROM) * Battery Charger LC-E10 or LC-E10E is provided. -
Page 5: Conventions Used In This Manual
Conventions Used in this Manual Icons in this Manual <6> : Indicates the Main Dial. <V> <U> : Indicates the <S> cross keys. <0> : Indicates the setting button. 0, 9, 7, 8 : Indicates that the respective function remains * In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials, and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera and on the LCD monitor. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Instruction Manuals ... 3 Item Check List... 4 Conventions Used in this Manual ... 5 Handling Precautions ... 8 Quick Start Guide ... 10 Nomenclature ... 12 Getting Started Charging the Battery ... 20 Installing and Removing the Battery and Card ... 22 Turning on the Power ... - Page 7 Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) A Shooting with the LCD Monitor ...56 Changing the Autofocus Mode...59 MF: Focusing Manually ...64 Shooting Movies k Shooting Movies ...66 Image Playback x Image Playback...70 k Playing Movies...71 Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM / Software Start Guide 73 Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM...74 Software Start Guide...76 Safety Warnings...80...
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Page 8: Handling Precautions
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 it with a well-wrung wet cloth. -
Page 9: Lcd Monitor
Besides dust entering the camera from outside, in rare cases lubricant from the camera’s internal parts may adhere to the front of the sensor. If visible spots remain on the image, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. -
Page 10: Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide White index Insert the battery. To charge the battery, see page 20. Insert the card. With the card’s label facing toward the camera back, insert it into the slot. Attach the lens. Red index Align the lens’ white or red index with the camera’s index in the matching color. - Page 11 To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View Shooting” (p.55). To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.70). Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full Auto). (p.42) All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically. Focus the subject.
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Page 12: Product View
Nomenclature Mode Dial (p.16) Power switch (p.25) <D> Flash button <6> Main Dial Shutter button (p.33) Red-eye reduction/ Self-timer lamp Grip Body cap (p.29) For camera controls without reference page numbers, see the Camera Instruction Manual (PDF) in the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM. Built-in flash/AF-assist beam EF Lens mount index (p.29) EF-S Lens mount index (p.29) - Page 13 <O/L> Aperture/Exposure compensation button/ Erase button Dioptric adjustment knob (p.32) Viewfinder eyepiece LCD monitor (p.34) <A> Live View shooting/ Movie shooting button (p.56/66) <Q/l> Quick Control button/ Direct print button (p.54) Tripod socket <M> Menu button (p.34) <0> Setting button (p.34) <S>...
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Page 14: Shooting Settings Display
Nomenclature Shooting Settings Display c Main Dial pointer Shooting mode Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount AEB range Picture Style AF mode One-Shot AF AI Focus AF AI Servo AF Manual Focusing Quick Control icon (p.54) White balance Q Auto W Daylight E Shade R Cloudy... -
Page 15: Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Information Focusing screen <A> AE lock/ AEB in-progress <D> Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning <e> High-speed sync (FP flash) <d> FE lock/ FEB in-progress <y> Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (D buSY) The display will show only the settings currently applied. - Page 16 Nomenclature Mode Dial The Mode Dial includes the Basic Zone modes, Creative Zone modes, and the Movie shooting mode. Creative Zone (→ These modes give you more control for shooting various subjects. : Program AE s : Shutter-priority AE f : Aperture-priority AE : Manual exposure 8: Automatic depth-of-field AE Basic Zone...
- Page 17 Lens Lens without a distance scale Focusing ring (p.64) Hood mount Filter thread (front of lens) Image Stabilizer switch (p.31) Lens mount index (p.29) Nomenclature Focus mode switch (p.29) Zoom ring (p.30) Zoom position index (p.30) Contacts (p.9)
- Page 18 Nomenclature Battery Charger LC-E10 Charger for Battery Pack LP-E10 (p.20). Battery Charger LC-E10E Charger for Battery Pack LP-E10 (p.20). Battery pack slot Full-charge lamp Charge lamp Power plug Charge lamp Full-charge lamp Battery pack slot Power cord Power cord socket...
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Page 19: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations. Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown in the illustration. -
Page 20: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery LC-E10 LC-E10E It takes approx. 2 hours to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery at 23°C / 73°F. The time required to recharge the battery depends on the ambient temperature and the battery’s charge level. For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (6°C - 10°C / 43°F - 50°F) will take a longer time (up to 4 hours). - Page 21 3 sec. Do not charge any battery other than a Battery Pack LP-E10. The Battery Pack LP-E10 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an incompatible battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents for which Canon cannot be held liable.
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Page 22: Installing And Removing The Battery And Card
Installing and Removing the Battery and Card Load a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10 into the camera. The card (sold separately) can be an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card. The captured images are recorded onto the card. Make sure the card’s write-protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing. -
Page 23: Remove The Battery
After opening the card/battery compartment cover, be careful not to push it back further. Otherwise, the hinge might break. The number of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc. Setting [1 Release shutter without card] to [Disable] will prevent you from forgetting to insert a card (→... - Page 24 Installing and Removing the Battery and Card When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being written to or read by the card, being erased, or data is being transferred. When the access lamp is lit or blinking, do not open the card/battery compartment cover and never do any of the following.
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Page 25: Turning On The Power
Turning on the Power If the date/time setting screen appears when you turn on the power switch, see page 27 to set the date/time. 3 About Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about 30 seconds of non-operation. -
Page 26: Checking The Battery Level
Turning on the Power z Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels: Battery Life Temperature No Flash 50% Flash Use The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera &... -
Page 27: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time has been reset, the Date/Time setting screen will appear. Follow steps 3 and 4 to set the date/time. Note that the date/time appended to recorded images will be based on this date/time setting. -
Page 28: Selecting The Interface Language
Selecting the Interface Language Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen. Under the [6] tab, select [LanguageK]. Press the <U> key to select the [6] tab. Press the <V> key to select [Language the top), then press <0>. Set the desired language. -
Page 29: Attaching And Detaching A Lens
Attaching and Detaching a Lens Attaching a Lens White index Red index Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it. -
Page 30: Detaching The Lens
Attaching and Detaching a Lens About Zooming Detaching the Lens Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause loss of vision. If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens rotates during autofocusing, do not touch the rotating part. -
Page 31: About The Lens Image Stabilizer
About the Lens Image Stabilizer When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens as an example. * IS stands for Image Stabilizer. The Image Stabilizer may not be effective if the subject moves at the time of exposure. -
Page 32: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types, sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake. -
Page 33: Shutter Button
Shutter Button The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Preventing Camera Shake Hand-held camera movement during the moment of exposure is called camera shake. It can cause blurred pictures. To prevent camera shake, note the following: •... -
Page 34: Menu Operations
Menu Operations With menus, you can set various functions such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M> button, <S> cross keys, and <0> button on the camera back to operate the menus. LCD monitor Menu Screen In the Basic Zone, Movie shooting mode, and Creative Zone, the tabs... - Page 35 Menu Setting Procedure In Step 2, you can also turn the <6> dial to select a menu tab. The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen. Display the menu screen. Press the <M>...
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Page 36: Formatting The Card
Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with the camera. When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep. - Page 37 Execute [Format] in the following cases: The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-related error is displayed (→ About Low-level Formatting Do low-level formatting if the card’s recording or reading speed seems slow or if you want to totally erase all data in the card.
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Page 38: Switching The Lcd Monitor Display
Switching the LCD Monitor Display The LCD monitor can display the shooting settings screen, menu screen, captured images, etc. Shooting Settings Menu Functions Appears when you press the <M> button. Press the button again to return to the shooting settings screen. You can set [6 LCD off/on btn] so that the shooting settings display does not keep turning off and on (→... -
Page 39: Feature Guide
Feature Guide The Feature guide is a simple description of the respective function or option. It is displayed when you change the shooting mode or use the Quick Control screen to set a shooting function, Live View shooting, movie shooting, or playback. When you select a function or option on the Quick Control screen, the Feature guide description is displayed. -
Page 41: Basic Shooting
Basic Shooting This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results. With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically (p.54). Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, major shooting settings cannot be changed in fully-automatic modes. -
Page 42: Fully Automatic Shooting
1 Fully Automatic Shooting AF point Focus confirmation light Set the Mode Dial to <1>. Aim any AF point over the subject. All the AF points will be used to focus, and generally the closest object will be focused. Aiming the center AF point over the subject will make focusing easier. - Page 43 1 Fully Automatic Shooting The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not achieved. Aim the AF point over an area having good contrast, then press the shutter button halfway (p.33). If you are too close to the subject, move away and try again.
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Page 44: Full Auto Techniques
1 Full Auto Techniques Recomposing the Shot Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective. In the <1> (Full Auto) mode, while you press the shutter button halfway to focus a still subject, the focus will be locked. You can then recompose the shot and press the shutter button completely to take the picture. -
Page 45: Disabling Flash
7 Disabling Flash In places where flash photography is prohibited, use the <7> (Flash Off) mode. This mode is also effective for capturing the particular ambience of a scene, such as candlelight scenes. Shooting Tips Prevent camera shake if the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks. -
Page 46: C Creative Auto Shooting
C Creative Auto Shooting Unlike the <1> Full Auto mode where the camera sets everything, the <C> Creative Auto mode enables you to easily change the depth of field, drive mode, and flash firing. You can also choose the ambience you want to convey in your images. The default setting is the same as the <1>... - Page 47 Shutter speed Aperture ISO speed Battery check Image-recording quality Pressing the <Q> button enables you to set the following: (1) Shoot by ambience selection You can set the ambience you want to convey in your images. Press the <U> key or turn the <6> dial to select the desired ambience.
- Page 48 C Creative Auto Shooting (3)Drive mode/Flash firing Drive mode: Press the <U> key or turn the <6> dial to set it as desired. <u> Single shooting : Shoot one image at a time. <i> Continuous shooting: <j> Self-timer:10 sec : The picture is taken 10 seconds after you <q>...
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Page 49: Shooting Portraits
2 Shooting Portraits The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and the hair look softer than with the <1> (Full Auto) mode. Shooting Tips The further the distance between the subject and background, the better. -
Page 50: Shooting Landscapes
3 Shooting Landscapes Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, or to have everything in focus from near to far. The greens and blues also become more vivid and the image sharper than with <1> (Full Auto). Shooting Tips With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end. -
Page 51: Shooting Close-Ups
4 Shooting Close-ups When you want to photograph flowers or small things up close, use the <4> (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macro lens (sold separately). Shooting Tips Use a simple background. A simple background makes the flower, etc., stand out better. Move to the subject as close as possible. -
Page 52: Shooting Moving Subjects
5 Shooting Moving Subjects To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode. Shooting Tips Use a telephoto lens. Using a telephoto lens is recommended so you can shoot from afar. Use the center AF point to focus. -
Page 53: Shooting Portraits At Night
6 Shooting Portraits at Night To shoot someone at night and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Shooting Tips Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view. -
Page 54: Q Quick Control
Q Quick Control Example: Portrait mode Set the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone mode. Press the <Q> button. The Quick Control screen will appear. Set the function. Press the <V> key to select a function. (Step not necessary in the 1/7 mode.) The selected function and Feature guide (p.39) will be displayed. -
Page 55: Shooting With The Lcd Monitor (Live View Shooting)
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) You can shoot while viewing the image on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. Live View shooting is effective for still subjects which do not move. If you handhold the camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images. -
Page 56: A Shooting With The Lcd Monitor
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor The image’s field of view is approx. 99% (when the image-recording quality is set to JPEG 73). The metering mode will be fixed to evaluative metering for Live View shooting. During continuous shooting, the exposure set for the first shot will also be applied to subsequent shots. -
Page 57: Enabling Live View Shooting
Enabling Live View Shooting Battery Life with Live View Shooting [Approx. number of shots] Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10 and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10, continuous Live View shooting is possible for approx. - Page 58 A Shooting with the LCD Monitor About the Information Display Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. AF mode • d : Live mode • c : Face detection Live mode • f : Quick mode Shooting mode Drive mode White balance...
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Page 59: Changing The Autofocus Mode
Changing the Autofocus Mode Selecting the AF Mode The AF modes available are [Live mode], [u Live mode] (face detection, p.60), and [Quick mode] (p.62). If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>, magnify the image, and focus manually (p.64). Live Mode: d The image sensor is used to focus. -
Page 60: Take The Picture
Changing the Autofocus Mode u (Face detection) Live Mode: c With the same AF method as the Live mode, human faces are detected and focused. Have the target person face the camera. Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. - Page 61 If the focus is way off, face detection will not be possible. If the lens enables manual focusing even while the lens focus mode switch is set to <f>, turn the focusing ring to attain rough focus. The face will then be detected and <p>...
- Page 62 Changing the Autofocus Mode Quick Mode: f The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in One-Shot AF mode (→ ), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting. Although you can focus the target area quickly, the Live View image will be interrupted momentarily during the AF operation.
- Page 63 You cannot take a picture during autofocusing. Take the picture while the Live View image is displayed. Changing the Autofocus Mode Focus the subject. Aim the AF points over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. The Live View image will turn off, the reflex mirror will go back down, and AF will be executed.
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Page 64: Mf: Focusing Manually
MF: Focusing Manually You can magnify the image and focus precisely manually. Magnifying frame AE lock Magnified area position Magnification Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens focusing ring to focus roughly. Move the magnifying frame. Press the <S>... -
Page 65: Shooting Movies
Shooting Movies For other functions, more details, and cautions related to movie shooting, see the Camera Instruction Manual (PDF) in the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM. Cards which can record movies When shooting movies, use a large-capacity SD card rated SD Speed Class 6 “... -
Page 66: Shooting Movies
k Shooting Movies When you set the shooting mode to <k>, you can easily shoot High- Definition (HD) movies with autoexposure. When playing movies, connecting the camera to a TV set is recommended (→ Recording movie Microphone Set the Mode Dial to <k>. The reflex mirror will make a sound, then the image will appear on the LCD monitor. - Page 67 About the Information Display Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. Movie shooting mode AF mode • d : Live mode • c : Face detection Live mode • f : Quick mode White balance Picture Style Auto Lighting Optimizer...
- Page 68 k Shooting Movies In the movie shooting mode, you cannot take a still photo even if you press the shutter button completely. During movie shooting, do not point the lens toward the sun. The sun’s heat can damage the camera’s internal components. A movie file is recorded each time you shoot a movie.
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Page 69: Image Playback
Image Playback This chapter explains the basic ways to playback images and movies. For other functions, more details, and cautions related to playback operations, see the Camera Instruction Manual (PDF) in the Camera Instruction Manual CD- ROM. About images taken with another camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a computer or whose file name was changed. -
Page 70: Image Playback
x Image Playback With basic information Histogram To erase an image, press the <L> button, select [Erase] and press <0>. Playback the image. When you press the <x> button, the last image captured will be displayed. Select an image. To view images starting with the last image, press the <Y>... -
Page 71: Playing Movies
k Playing Movies Speaker Playback the image. Press the <x> button to display images. Select a movie. Press the <U> key to select a movie. On the single-image display, the <1s> icon displayed on the upper left indicates a movie. On the index display, the perforation on the left edge of the image indicates a movie. - Page 72 k Playing Movies Function 2 Exit 7 Play 8 Slow motion 5 First frame 3 Previous frame 6 Next frame 4 Last frame X Edit mm’ ss” 9 Volume With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10, the continuous playback time at 23°C/73°F will be as follows: Approx. 4 hr. During the single-image display, you can press the <B>...
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Page 73: Viewing The Camera Instruction Manual Cd-Rom / Software Start Guide
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM / Software Start Guide This chapter explains how to view the PDF files in the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM and Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM. It also gives an overview of the software in the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk CD- ROM and explains how to install them on a personal computer. -
Page 74: Viewing The Camera Instruction Manual Cd-Rom
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM Camera Instruction Manual The Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM contains the Camera Instruction Manual and Quick Reference Guide. Camera Instruction Manual Explains all the camera’s functions and operation procedures and includes also all the contents in this Basic Instruction Manual. Refer to the Camera Instruction Manual in this CD-ROM for information and details not found in the Basic Instruction Manual, advanced shooting and playback procedures, photo printing, Custom Functions, and more. - Page 75 Double-click the “START” file. The screen shown in step 4 will appear. The icon that appears will differ depending on your computer. Click on the name of the instruction manual you want to view. Click on the name of the instruction manual under the desired language.
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Page 76: Software Start Guide
Software Start Guide EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk This disk contains various software for EOS DIGITAL cameras. EOS Utility With the camera connected to a personal computer, EOS Utility enables you to transfer still photos and movies shot with the camera to the computer. -
Page 77: Installing The Software
(the newer version will overwrite the previous version). Insert EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM). For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed on the desktop, then double-click on [Canon EOS Digital Installer]. Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on-screen instructions to install. -
Page 78: Software Instruction Manual
Software Start Guide Software Instruction Manual Contains the Software Instruction Manuals. Copying and Viewing the Instruction Manual PDFs Insert the [Software INSTRUCTION MANUAL] CD-ROM into your computer. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. For Windows, the icon is displayed in [(My) Computer]. For Macintosh, the icon is displayed on the desktop. - Page 79 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non- genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery...
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Page 80: Safety Warnings
Safety Warnings Follow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage. Preventing Serious Injury or Death • To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, and explosions, follow the safeguards below: - Do not use any batteries, power sources, and accessories not specified in this booklet. - Page 81 • Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center.
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