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In the following cameras, whenever you turn the power switch to on or off, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit is activated to automatically shake off the dust on the front of the sensor (CMOS).

• EOS-1Ds Mark III
• EOS-1D Mark IV
• EOS-1D Mark III
• EOS 5D Mark II
• EOS 7D
• EOS 60D
• EOS 50D
• EOS 40D
• EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600D
• EOS REBEL T2i/EOS 550D
• EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D
• EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D
• EOS REBEL XS/EOS 1000D
• EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITAL

1. Set the power switch to .

2. Press the

button to bring up the menu display.

3. Under the [Set-up] tab, select [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. 


The [Set-up] tab to be selected is different depending on the model. For details, please see the list below.
[Set-up] tab for each model

Model Name	Tab to be selected
EOS-1Ds Mark III	(Set-up 3)
EOS-1D Mark IV	(Set-up 3)
EOS-1D Mark III	(Set-up 3)
EOS 5D Mark II	(Set-up 2)
EOS 7D	(Set-up 2)
EOS 60D	(Set-up 2)
EOS 50D	(Set-up 2)
EOS 40D	(Set-up 2)
EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600D	(Set-up 2)
EOS REBEL T2i/EOS 550D	(Set-up 2)
EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D	(Set-up 2)
EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D	(Set-up 2)
EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITAL	Select (Set-up 2), [Sensor cleaning:Auto], then press the <SET> button.
EOS REBEL XS/EOS 1000D	(Set-up 2)

4. The screen below will appear. Select [Clean now], then press the button. For EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITAL, go to step 5.

5. Select [OK], then press the button.
The screen will indicate that the sensor is being cleaned. Although there will be a shutter sound, a picture is not taken.
For EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITAL, select [Clean now] then press the button.

NOTE

• For best results, do the sensor cleaning while the camera bottom is placed on a table or other flat surface.
• Even if you repeat the sensor cleaning, the result will not improve that much. Right after the sensor cleaning is finished, the [Clean now] option will remain disabled temporarily.

If there is dirt or dust that cannot be removed by following the procedure above, please see Manual Sensor Cleaning.

REFERENCE

• Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that might be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still remains, you can append the Dust Delete Data to the image for erasing the dust spots later. The Dust Delete Data is used by Digital Photo Professional (provided software) to erase the dust spots automatically.
• For details about dust delete data, refer to the instruction manuals that came with your camera. For Automatic Dust Erasure Processing using Dust Delete Data, please see How to erase dust spots in an image with Digital Photo Professional Ver.3.10 (Copy Stamp Tool).

View More: Canon Automatic Sensor Cleaning

 

 

If you cannot remove dirt or dust on the image sensor (CMOS) even by using the sensor cleaning function on your camera, or if your camera does not have a function for sensor cleaning, you can clean the sensor on your own by using a commercially available blower.

1. Detach the lens before you start cleaning.

2. Set the power switch to .

3. Press the

button to bring up the menu display.

4. Select [Clean manually] or [Sensor cleaning].

The cleaning procedure differs depending on the model. 
For details, please see the list below.

Model Name	Manual cleaning procedure
EOS-1Ds Mark III	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS-1Ds Mark II	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the <SET> button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
EOS-1Ds	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the <SET> button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
EOS-1D Mark IV	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS-1D Mark III	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS-1D Mark II N	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the <SET> button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
EOS-1D Mark II	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the <SET> button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
EOS-1D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button.
EOS 5D Mark II	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS 5D	Select [  Sensor cleaning], press the <SET> button.
EOS 7D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS 60D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS 50D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS 40D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS 30D	Select [  Sensor cleaning], press the <SET> button.
EOS 20D/EOS 20Da	Select [  Sensor cleaning], press the <SET> button.
EOS 10D	Select the menu [Sensor cleaning], press the <SET> button.
EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS REBEL T2i/EOS 550D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITAL	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning: Manual], then press the <SET> button.
EOS Kiss Digital N	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button.
EOS DIGITAL REBEL/EOS 300D DIGITAL	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button.
EOS REBEL T3/EOS 1100D	Select <  > tab, [Clean manually], press the <SET> button.
EOS REBEL XS/EOS 1000D	Select <  > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the <SET> button.
EOS D60	Select the menu [C.Fn], [C.Fn13 Sensor cleaning], then press the <SET> button. On the next screen, select [1:Enable], then press the <SET> button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.

5. Select [OK], then press the button.

6. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open.

7. Using a commercially available blower, blow dust that is stuck to the surface while preventing the blower from directly touching the sensor.

8. After ending the cleaning, set the power switch to .

ATTENTION

• 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.

- Setting the power switch to .
- Opening the battery compartment cover.
- Opening the card slot cover.

• 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 clean the sensor. The blowing force can damage the sensor or the spray gas can freeze on the sensor.
• If a smudge that cannot be removed with a blower remains, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended.

View More: Canon Manual Sensor Cleaning

 

 

Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and focusing screen. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center.

When the power switch is set to , the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels.

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	Battery level is OK.
	Battery level is low, but still enough for now.
	Battery will be exhausted soon.(Blinks)
	Battery must be recharged.

To recharge the battery supplied with your camera, follow the instructions below.
When recharging the battery, also see Precautions for Charging Battery Pack.

1. Remove the protective cover.

2. As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely. 
To detach the battery, follow the above procedure in reverse. 

3. Recharge the battery.
[For LC-E8]
As shown by the arrow, flip out the battery charger's prongs and insert the prongs into a power outlet.
[For LC-E8E]
Connect the power cord to the charger and insert the plug into the power outlet.

Recharging starts automatically and the charge lamp turns orange.
When the battery is fully recharged, the full-charge lamp will turn green.

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