Canon Eos 3000N Date User manual

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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
The EOS 3000N/DATE. EOS 66/DATE, EOS REBEL XS N/DATE , EOS
REBEL G I! is a very co.mpact 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 Instructions booklet and familiarize yourself with your new
camera before taking pictures.
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Symbols
The Caution symbol aierts you to actions to prevent shooting
problems.
r=] The Note symbol gives supplemental information for basic camera
^ operation.
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The Light bulb symbol offers helpful tips for operating your camera
or taking pictures.
Also read “Handling Cautions” on page 6 to prevent camera malfunction
and damage.
Keep this instruction booklet handy for easy reference.
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.
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• The <£2i> icon indicates the Main Dial.
• All operation procedures described in this
booklet assume that the Command Dial is set
to a mode except < >. Before proceeding
with any operation, be sure that the Command
Dial is set to a shooting mode.
• Page numbers in parentheses (-^page ■ ) indicate where you can
find more relevant Information.
• The camera control icons and markings used in this booklet
correspond to the actual icons and markings found on the camera.
See “Nomenclature” on page 10.
• The (<2>4), ((2)6), and ((2)16) icons indicate that the respective function
remains in effect for 4, 6, and 16 sec. respectively after the button is
released.
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Contents
Conventions Used in this Instruction Booklet.3
Handling Cautions.6
Quick Start Guide.8
Nomenclature.10
1 Before You Start.15
Installing the Batteries and Checking the Battery Level.16
Mounting and Detaching a Lens.18
How the Shutter Button Works.19
©Loading and Unloading Film.20
Qii Midroll Rewind.21
Holding the Camera.22
D Full Auto Mode.24
Built-in Flash.26
AF-Assist Beam. 26
Single-frame and Continuous Shooting.26
<§> Using Red-eye Reduction.27
Portrait Mode.28
^ Landscape Mode.29
iSBf Close-up Mode.30
Sports Mode.31
H Night Scene Portrait Mode.32
Using the Self-timer.33
Using the Eyepiece Cover.34
Imprinting the Date or Time (QD Model only).35
3 User-Controlled Shooting.37
ED Selecting an AF Frame.38
Focusing Off-Center Subjects.39
When Autofocus Fails.40
Metering Modes. 41
P Program AE.42
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Contents
Tv Shutter-Priority AE.44
Av Aperture-Priority AE.46
M Manual Exposure.48
A-DEP Automatic Depth-of-Field AE.50
* AE Lock.51
Exposure Compensation.52
^ Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB).53
Bulb Exposures.55
@i Multiple Exposures.56
■ *l) Silencing the Beeper.57
ISO Setting the ISO Film Speed.58
Using the Remote Switch.58
Using the Built-in Flash.60
Flash Photography with a Speedlite EX-Series.62
High-Speed Sync (FP Flash).64
FE Lock.65
Reference.67
Basic Photography Terms.67
Exposure Warning List.69
Feature Availability Table.70
Troubleshooting Guide.72
Major Accessories.73
Major Specifications.75
Index.78
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Handling Cautions
Camera Care and Storage
(1) The camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to
physical shock.
(2) This camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If the
camera gets really wet, 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 with a well-wrung damp cloth.
(3) 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.
(4) The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera.
(5) Use only a blower brush to blow away dust on the lens, eyepiece,
mirror, focusing screen, and film compartment. Do not clean the
camera body or lens with a cleaner containing an organic solvent. For
stubborn dirt, consult your nearest Canon Service Center.
(6) 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.
(7) Do not touch the electrical contacts with your fingers. Otherwise
corrosion may develop on the contacts, resulting in improper camera
operation.
(8) 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.
(9) Avoid storing the camera in a laboratory, cabinet, etc., where corrosive
chemicals are present.
(10) If the camera has not been used for an extended period or if the
camera is to be used for an important event, check the operation of all
the camera controls or take it to your nearest Canon Service Center
for Inspection.
(11) Even when the Main Switch is set to <(i® >, a small amount of power
is still supplied to the camera’s LCD panel. However, this does not
affect the number of film rolls which can be taken with the battery.
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Handling Cautions
LCD Displays
In time, the camera’s LCD panel display and the LCD display in the
viewfinder may fade and become difficult to read. If this happens, have it
replaced (at cost) by a Canon Service Center.
At low temperatures, the LCD display response may become slower. And
at 60*C or higher temperatures, the display may blacken. In either case,
the display will return to normal at room temperature.
Lithium Batteries
(1) The camera operates on two CR123A (or DL123A) lithium batteries.
Check the battery level in the following cases (->page 16):
• After replacing the batteries.
• After not using the camera for an extended period.
• The shutter stops working.
• The camera is being used in a low-temperature environment.
• You will be shooting an important event.
(2) Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery contacts to remove any
fingerprints and smudges. This is to prevent faulty connections and
corrosion.
(3) 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.
(4) 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 <CZJ> 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 <CU> may blink on the LCD panel. After the batteries are
replaced with new ones, film advance will be possible and film rewind will
resume when you press the <Qii> button for at least 1 sec.
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

Quick Start Guide
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1 Install the batteries.
Insert two CR123A (or
DL123A) lithium batteries
as shown by the battery
orientation diagram on the
battery compartment
cover, (^page 16)
Attach a lens.
Align the red dots on the
lens and camera and turn
the lens as shown by the
arrow until it snaps in
place, {-^page 18)
Load the film.
Align the edge of the film
leader with the orange
mark on the camera and
close the camera back until
it snaps shut. (->page 20)
• The film will then
advance to the first
frame automatically.
Focus the subject.
Aim the AF frame on the
subject and press the
shutter button halfway to
autofocus. (->page 19)
• If the <^> Icon blinks,
pop up the built-in flash,
(^page 60)
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On the lens, set the
focus mode switch to
<AF>.
(-^page 18)
Turn the Command Dial
to <0> (Full Auto).
(-^page 24)
Take the picture. Unload the film.
Press the shutter button At the end of the roll, the
completely to take the film rewinds automatically,
picture. (->page 19) Open the camera back to
remove the film cartridge.
(->page21)
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• The reference page is indicated in parentheses.
• The camera controls are indicated as icons in brackets < >.