Canon 300X User manual

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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
The EOS REBEL T2 (DATE) / 300X (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 Instruction manual and familiarize yourself with your new
camera before taking pictures.
Also read “Handling Cautions” on page 4 to prevent camera
malfunction and damage.
Before Using Your Camera
•Before shooting an important event, be sure to take test shots
to make sure the camera operates properly.
•EOS cameras have a lens mount for dedicated operation
(autofocusing, exposure control, etc.) with Canon EF lenses.
Using a non-Canon EF lens with an EOS camera may not
result in proper camera or lens operation. Note that the
warranty does not cover any camera malfunction or damage
occurring with the use of non-Canon products.
Conventions Used in this Instruction manual
•The <l> icon indicates the Main Dial.
•All operation procedures described in this booklet assume that
the Mode Dial is set to a mode except <:>. Before
proceeding with any operation, be sure that the Mode Dial is
set to a shooting mode.
•Reference page numbers are indicated by (p.∗∗).
•The ★symbol indicates that the respective feature can be
used only in Creative Zone modes (T, R, E, W, Q).
•The camera control icons and markings used in this booklet
correspond to the actual icons and markings found on the
camera.
•The (˜) and (∫) icons indicate that the respective function
remains in effect for 4 and 6 sec. respectively after the button
is released.

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Contents
Symbols
The Caution symbol alerts you to actions to prevent
shooting problems.
The Note symbol gives supplemental information.
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Conventions Used in this Instruction manual .....................2
Handling Cautions ..............................................................4
Nomenclature .....................................................................6
Before You Start 11
Installing the Batteries ......................................................11
Checking the Battery Level ..............................................12
Mounting and Detaching a Lens.......................................13
How the Shutter Button Works .........................................14
=Loading and Unloading Film ........................................15
¢Midroll Rewind......................................................16
Fully Automatic Shooting 17
Since everything is automatic, all you do is press the
shutter button.
User-Controlled Shooting 27
You can set the desired shutter speed or aperture value to
obtain the exposure you want. You take control of the
camera.
Reference 49

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Handling Cautions
Camera Care and Storage
•The camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to
physical shock.
•The camera is not waterproof and should not be used in wet
conditions or underwater. If the camera gets wet, take it to your
nearest Canon dealer as soon as possible. If small amounts of
water splash onto the camera, wipe it with a clean dry cloth. If the
camera is exposed to salty air, wipe it thoroughly with a slightly
damp cloth.
•Do not leave the camera in places prone to excessive heat such as
in a car on a sunny day. Excessive heat can cause the camera to
malfunction.
•The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera.
•Use only a blower brush to blow away any dust on the lens,
eyepiece, mirror, focusing screen, film compartment, etc. Do not
clean the camera body or lens with any cleaner containing an
organic solvent. For stubborn dirt, consult your nearest Canon
Service Center.
•The shutter curtains are extremely thin. Use only a blower to clean
them. Be careful not to blow air too forcefully on the shutter
curtains. The shutter curtains can be easily deformed or damaged.
Also, when loading and unloading film, be careful not to touch the
shutter curtains.
•Do not touch the electrical contacts with your fingers. Otherwise
corrosion may develop on the contacts, resulting in improper
camera operation.
•If the camera is not to be used for an extended period, remove the
battery. Store the camera in a well-ventilated, cool, dry place.
During the storage period, press the shutter button to release the
shutter a few times once in a while.
•Avoid storing the camera in a laboratory, cabinet, etc., where
corrosive chemicals are present.

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•If the camera has not been used for a prolonged period or if you
will use the camera for an important event, check the operation of
all the camera controls or take the camera to your nearest Canon
Service Center.
LCD Displays
By their nature, LCD displays react more slowly at low
temperatures, and may appear dark at high temperatures. The
display will return to normal at room temperature.
Batteries
•Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery contacts to remove
any fingerprints and smudges. This is to prevent faulty connections
and corrosion.
•Never disassemble or recharge the batteries. Also, never store a
battery in high-temperature places or short circuit the battery
contacts or toss a battery into a fire.
•Although the batteries work well even at low temperatures, battery
performance may decline slightly at freezing temperatures. In such
a case, keep spare batteries warm in a pocket, etc., and use and
warm the batteries alternately.
How Low Battery Levels Affect Camera Operation
On the LCD panel, if the <π> icon blinks or it is not displayed, a
proper exposure can still be obtained as long as the shutter
releases. However, when the battery level is low, film advance and
auto rewind might stop midway or not work at all and <π> icon may
blink on the LCD panel. After the batteries are replaced with new
ones, film advance will be possible and film rewind can resume by
pressing the <¢> button.
Lens Electrical Contacts
After detaching the lens from the camera, put
on the lens caps or put down the lens with
the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens
surface and electrical contacts.
Contacts

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Nomenclature
<^> Film advance mode /
Self-timer/*Remote control button
(p.32/23/24)
<l> Main Dial
Shutter button (p.14)
Built-in flash /
AF-assist beam
(p.44/19)
Flash-sync contact
Hot shoe
Mode Dial (p.10)
Strap
mount
(p.7)
Lens release
button (p.13)
Remote
control
terminal**
Depth-of-field
preview button(p.42)
Focus mode switch
(p.13)
Zooming ring
Focusing ring (p.31)
Body cap (p.13)
*Remote control
sensor / Self-timer/
*Remote control
lamp (p.24/23/24)
<M> Flash button
(p.44)
Grip / Battery
compartment
(p.11)
Red-eye reduction lamp
(p.22)
<£>
Film plane
mark
•Reference page numbers are indicated by (p.∗∗).
*DATE Model only
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For Remote Switch RS-60E3 (sold separately).

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Eyecup (p.26)
Viewfinder eyepiece
Film check
window
Battery compartment
cover (p.11)
Guide hole
<6> LCD panel illumination
button
<\>
Function button
(p.22, 25, 26, 40,
42, 43, 44, 47)
<4>
AF mode/*SET button(p.28/26)
AF point selection
keys (p.29)
Back cover
Battery compartment
cover release lever
(p.11)
Tr ipod socket
<j> AE lock/FE lock
button (p.41/46)
LCD
panel
(p.8)
<3> AF point
selection button
(p.29)
Back
cover
release
lever
(p.15)
<>
 Aperture set/Exposure
compensation button (p.37/39)
<¢> Midroll
rewind button
(p.16)
Attaching the Strap
Pass the end of the strap through the
camera’s strap mount from the bottom. Then
pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown
in the illustration. Pull the strap to make sure
it does not slip out of the buckle.
•The eyepiece cover is also attached to the
strap. (p.24)
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Eyepiece cover

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Nomenclature
LCD Panel
Shooting mode
icon
ISO film speed
Shutter speed
ISO film speed
Date
FE lock
Battery level mark
AF Mode
One-Shot AF
AI Focus AF
AI Servo AF
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation amount
AEB level
Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator
Film transport indicator
<=> Film mark
<>> Function pointer
<?> Manual focus
Multiple exposures
AEB
Custom Function
Red-eye reduction
Beeper
Safety release lock
Date
Film advance mode

<J>Single frame 
<H> Continuous
shooting

<´> Self-timer/
Remote control
Aperture value
Red-eye reduction setting
AEB amount
Date
Frame counter
Multiple-exposure setting
Self-timer operation
Remote control operation
Custom Function icon
Non-DATE Model
DATE Model
•Pressing the <6> button
illuminates the LCD panel.
•The actual display will show only the
applicable items.

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Viewfinder Information
AF points (7)
Superimposed display
<j> AE lock / FE lock
AEB in progress
<M> Flash-ready
Improper FE lock
warning
<
| > *High-speed sync
(FP flash)
Aperture value
Focusing screen
<n>
Focus
confirmation light
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation
amount
AEB level
Red-eye reduction
lamp-on indicator
Shutter speed
FE lock
*With an EX-series Speedlite.
Remove the eyecup, then slide the
dioptric adjustment lever left or right until
the AF points in the viewfinder look
sharp.

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Nomenclature
Mode Dial
The dial is divided into two zones.
1Basic Zone
Fully automatic mode where
the camera takes care of
everything.
Y: Full Auto (p.18)
Basically, all you do is point
and shoot.
Image Zone (p.20)
Fully automatic modes for a
particular subject.
U: Portrait
I: Landscape
O: Close-up
P: Sports
A: Night Portrait
S: Flash off
2Creative Zone
Semi-automatic and manual
modes enable you to take
control of the camera to
obtain the desired result.
T: Program AE (p.33)
R: Shutter-priority AE
(p.35)
E: Aperture-priority AE
(p.36)
W: Manual exposure
(p.37)
Q: Automatic Depth-of-
field AE (p.38)
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