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Sensor Cleaning
The camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit attached 
to the sensor’s front layer (low-pass filter) to shake off 
dust automatically.
The Dust Delete Data can also be appended to the 
image so that any remaining dust spots can be removed 
automatically by the Digital Photo Professional 
(provided software).
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.
Even while the Self Cleaning Sens or Unit is operating, you can 
press the shutter button halfway to interrupt the cleaning and start 
shooting immediately.   
						

							
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Whenever you set the power switch to  or , the Self Cleaning 
Sensor Unit operates (approx. 3.5 sec.) to automatically shake off any dust on 
the front of the sensor. Normally, you need not be aware of this operation. 
However, you can execute the sensor cleaning at anytime as well as disable it.
1Select [Sensor cleaning].
  Under the [ 7] tab, select [ Sensor 
cleaning ], then press < 0>.
2Select [Clean now f].
 Turn the < 5> dial to select [ Clean 
now f], then press < 0>.
3Select [OK].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ OK], 
then press < 0>.
X During the sensor cleaning, the 
<
f> icon will be displayed on the 
LCD monitor. When the cleaning 
ends, the screen will return to step 2.
  In step 2, select [ Auto cleaningf] and set it to [ Disable].
X Whenever you set the power switch to < 1/J > or < 2>, the 
sensor cleaning wi ll not be executed.
3 Automatic Sensor Cleaning
Cleaning the Sensor Now
Disabling Automatic Sensor Cleaning
 The user-executed cleaning takes about 4 sec. to complete. During the 
sensor cleaning, the shutter will make 3 shutter-release sounds. The 
camera is not taking pictures.
  For best results, do the sensor cleaning while the camera bottom is 
placed on a table or other surface at a perpendicular angle.
  Even if you repeat the sensor cleaning multiple times, the result will not 
improve that much. Right after the  sensor cleaning is finished, the 
[ Cleaning now f] option will remain disabled temporarily.  
						

							
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Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust 
visible on captured images. However, in  case visible dust still remains, 
you can append the Dust Delete Data to the image to later erase the 
dust spots. The Dust Delete Data is used by the Digital Photo 
Professional (provided software) to  erase the dust spots automatically.
  Get a solid-white object (paper, etc.).
  Set the lens focal length to 50mm or longer.
  Set the lens focus mode switch to < g> and set the focus to infinity 
(
∞). If the lens has no distance scale, look at the front of the lens 
and turn the focusing ring clockwise all the way.
1Select [Dust Delete Data].
  Under the [ 2] tab, select [ Dust 
Delete Data ], then press < 0>.
2Select [OK].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ OK], 
then press < 0>. After the automatic 
sensor cleaning ends , a message will 
appear.
3  Appending Dust Delete Data
Preparation
Obtain the Dust Delete Data  
						

							
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3 Appending Dust Delete Data
3Photograph a solid-white object.
 At a distance of 20 - 30 cm / 0.7 - 1.0 
feet, fill the viewfinder with a 
patternless, solid-white object and 
take a picture.
X The picture will be taken in the 
aperture-priority AE mode with an 
aperture of f/22.
  Since the image will not be saved, the 
data can still be obtained even if there 
is no memory card in the camera.
X When the picture is taken, the data 
will be obtained. When the data is 
obtained, a message will appear.
Select [ OK], and the menu will 
reappear.
 
If the data was not obtained 
successfully, a message to that effect 
will appear. Follow the “Preparation” 
procedure on the preceding page, then 
select [
OK]. Take the picture again.
After the Dust Delete Data is obtained, it is appended to all the JPEG, 
RAW, and sRAW images captured thereafter. Before an important 
shoot, you should update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again.
For erasing dust spots automatically  with the bundled software, see the 
Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. 
The Dust Delete Data appended to the image is so small that it hardly 
affects the image file size.
About the Dust  Delete Data
Be sure to use a solid-white object such as a white piece of paper. If the 
paper has any pattern or design, it may be recognized as dust data and 
affect the accuracy of the dust deletion with the software.  
						

							
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Dust which could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can 
be removed manually with a blower, etc.
The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. If the 
sensor needs to be cleaned directly, having it done by a Canon 
Service Center is recommended.
Before cleaning the sensor, detach the lens from the camera.
1Select [Sensor cleaning].
  Under the [ 7] tab, select [ Sensor 
cleaning ], then press < 0>.
2Select [Clean manually].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ Clean 
manually ], then press < 0>.
3Select [OK].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ OK], 
then press < 0>.
X In a moment, the mirror will lockup 
and the shutter will open.
 
“CLn” will blink on the top LCD panel.
4End the cleaning.
  Set the power switch to < 2>.
3  Manual Sensor Cleaning
 For the power source, using the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 is 
recommended.
  If you use a battery, make sure it is fully recharged.  
						

							
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3 Manual Sensor Cleaning
 While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the 
power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutter curtains and 
image sensor might get damaged.
• Set the power switch to < 2>.
• Remove/insert the battery.
  The surface of the image sensor is  extremely delicate. Clean the sensor 
with care.
  Use a plain blower without any brush  attached. A brush can scratch the 
sensor.
  Do not insert the blower tip inside the camera beyond the lens mount. If 
the power is turned off, the shutter will close and the shutter curtains or 
reflex mirror might get damaged.
  Never use canned air or gas to clea n the sensor. The blowing force can 
damage the sensor or the spray gas can freeze on the sensor.  
						

							
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Direct Printing from the Camera/
Digital Print Order Format
You can connect the camera directly to a printer and 
print out the images in the memory card.
The camera is compatible with “ wPictBridge” which is 
the standard for direct printing. 
You can also specify any images in the memory card to 
be printed. 
(p.147)
About DPOF
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a standard for recording printing 
instructions (image selections, quantity to print, etc.) in the memory 
card. In this way, you can print multiple pictures in one batch or give the 
print order to a photofinisher.
The Web site below gives more information on using your 
Canon camera with various printers, such as which paper 
types to use. http://canon.com/pictbridge/
Canon’s PictBridge Web Site  
						

							
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You do the direct printing procedure entirely with your camera while you look at the LCD monitor.
1Set the camera’s power switch to 
.
2Set up the printer.
 For details, see the printer’s 
instruction manual.
3Connect the camera to the 
printer.
 Use the interface cable that came 
with the camera.
  When connecting the cable plug to 
the camera’s < D> terminal, the 
cable plug’s < D> icon must face the 
front side of the camera.
  To connect to the printer, refer to the 
printer’s instruction manual.
4Turn on the printer.
5Set the camera’s power switch to 
.
XSome printers may make a beeping 
sound.
Preparing to Print
Connecting the Camera to a Printer  
						

							
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Preparing to Print
6Playback the image.
 Press the < x> button.
X The image will appear, and the < w> 
icon will appear on the upper left to 
indicate that the camera is connected 
to a printer.
wPictBridge
  The camera cannot be used with printers compatible only with CP Direct 
or Bubble Jet Direct.
  When connecting the camera to the printer, do not use any cable other 
than the interface cable provided.
  If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the 
PictBridge printer. To find out what’s wrong, do the following:
Press the < x> button to playback the image and follow the steps 
below. 1. Press < 0>.
2. On the print setting screen, select [ Print].
The error message will be displayed on the LCD monitor (p.146).
  If you use a battery to power the came ra, make sure it is fully charged. 
With a fully charged battery, printing up to about 7 hours is possible.
  Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera and printer first. Pull 
out the cable while holding the plug, not the cord.
  For direct printing, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 to power the camera is 
recommended.  
						

							
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The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the 
printer. Some settings might not be avai lable. For details, see the 
printer’s instruction manual.
1Select the image to be printed.
 Check that the < w> icon is 
displayed on the upper left of the LCD 
monitor.
  Turn the < 5> dial to select the 
image to be printed.
2Press .
X The print setting screen will appear.
3Select [Paper settings].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ Paper 
settings ], then press < 0>.
X The paper settings screen will 
appear.
w Printing
Printer-connected icon
Print setting screen
* Depending on the type of printer,  the date and file number imprinting, 
trimming, and other settings might not be available. Sets the printing effects.
Sets the date or file number imprinting to on 
or off.
Sets the quantity to be printed.
Sets the trimming area.
Sets the paper size, type, and layout.
Returns to step 1.
Starts the printing.
The paper size, type, and layout you have set will be displayed.