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Cleaning the CCD Sensor
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The CCD sensor corresponds to the film in a film-based camera. If any dust or other foreign
matter adheres to the CCD sensor, it may show up as a dark speck in the pictures you take.
To avoid this, follow the procedure below to clean the CCD sensor. Note that the CCD sensor
is a very delicate component. If possible, you should have it cleaned by a Canon Service
Center.
While you clean the CCD, the camera’s power must remain on the whole time. To make sure
the power will not turn off while you clean the CCD sensor, connect the camera to a power
outlet with the DC Coupler Kit or use the battery pack that has enough power. You will also
need a rubber blower, and the lens must be detached from the camera. (→p.26)
Insert the DC coupler or battery pack
into the battery compartment (→p.23, 25)
and set the < > switch to < > (→p.29).
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On the menu, select “Sensor cleaning.”
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Press the < > button.
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While pressing the < > button, turn the < >
dial to select < >.
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While pressing the < > button, turn the < >
dial to select “Sensor cleaning.” Then let go of the
< > button.
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Select “OK.”
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While pressing the < > button, turn the < >
dial to select “OK.” Then let go of the < >
button.
s
The LCD monitor will turn off and “ ” will
blink on the top LCD panel.
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Press the shutter button fully.
s
The reflex mirror will lock up and the shutter will
open.
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