Canon EOS M200 Advanced User Guide

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Advanced User Guide

Introduction

Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following

To avoid shooting problems and accidents, first read the “Safety Instructions” (=30) and “Handling Precautions” (=33). Also, read this manual carefully to ensure that you use the camera correctly.

Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further Familiarize Yourself with the Camera

While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how they come out. You can then better understand the camera. Be sure to store this manual safely, too, so that you can refer to it again when necessary.

Testing the Camera Before Use and Liability

After shooting, play images back and check whether they have been properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.

Copyrights

Copyright laws in some countries prohibit the unauthorized use of images recorded with the camera (or music/images with music transferred to the memory card) for purposes other than personal enjoyment. Also be aware that certain public performances, exhibitions, etc. may prohibit photography even for private enjoyment.

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Item Check List

Before starting, check that all the following items are included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.

Camera

(with body cap)

Battery Pack LP-E12	Battery Charger	Strap
(with protective cover)	LC-E12E*

* Battery Charger LC-E12E comes with a power cord.

zzThe camera does not come with a memory card (=11), interface cable, or HDMI cable.

zzFor details on the Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals, see “Instruction Manuals” (=4).

zzIf you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lenses are included. zzBe careful not to lose any of the above items.

zzWhen you need Lens Instruction Manuals, download them from the Canon website (=4).

zzThe Lens Instruction Manuals (PDF files) are for lenses sold individually. Note that when purchasing the Lens Kit, some of the accessories included with the lens may not match those listed in the Lens Instruction Manual.

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Instruction Manuals

The Instruction Manual included with the camera provides basic instructions for the camera and Wi-Fi functions.

The Advanced User Guide (this PDF file), which provides complete instructions, can be downloaded from the Canon website to a computer or other device.

Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals

The Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals for lenses and software (PDF files) can be downloaded from the Canon website to a computer or other device.

Download site

Advanced User Guide/Supplemental Information www.canon.com/icpd

Lens Instruction Manual www.canon.com/icpd

Software Instruction Manual www.canon.com/icpd

zzTo view the PDF files, an Adobe PDF viewing software such as Adobe

Acrobat Reader DC (most recent version recommended) is required. zzAdobe Acrobat Reader DC can be downloaded for free from the Internet. zzDouble-click the downloaded PDF file to open it.

zzTo learn how to use PDF viewing software, refer to the software’s Help section or the like.

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Instruction Manuals

Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals Using QR Code

TheAdvanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals for lenses and software (PDF files) can be downloaded to a smartphone or tablet using the QRcode.

www.canon.com/icpd

zzA software app is required to read the QR code.

zzSelect your country or region of residence, then download the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals.

zzSelect [5: Manual/software URL] to display the QR code on the camera screen.

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Quick Start Guide

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Insert the battery (=44).

zz Upon purchase, charge the battery

to start using (=42).

Insert the card (=46).

zz With the card’s label facing toward

the back of the camera, insert it into the card slot.

Attach the lens (=52).

zz Align the white mount index on the lens with the white mount index on the camera to attach the lens.

zz Remove the lens cap.

4	Prepare to shoot.
	zz Press (1) as you turn (2) slightly,
(1)	and then release (1).
(2)	zz Turn (2) a little more until it clicks.

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Quick Start Guide

5	Turn the camera on (=50).
6	Set the shooting mode switch
	to <A> (=72).
	zz All the necessary camera settings
	will be set automatically.
7	Focus on the subject (=57).
	zz [p] (anAF point) appears over any
	face detected.
	zz Press the shutter button halfway,
	and the camera will focus on the
	subject.
8	Take the picture (=57).
	zz Press the shutter button completely

to take the picture.

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Quick Start Guide

9	Review the picture.
	zz The image just captured will be
	displayed for approx. 2 sec. on the
	screen.
	zz To display the image again, press
	the <x> button (=256).

zz To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (=256). zz To delete images, see “Erase Images” (=277).

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About This Manual

Icons in this Manual

<6>	: Indicates the dial.

<W> <X> <Y> <Z> : Indicates the corresponding direction on the <V> cross keys.

> <0>	: Indicates the Quick Control/Setting button.
*	: Indicates the duration (in * seconds) of the
	operation for the button you pressed, as timed after
	you release the button.

yyIn addition to the above, the icons and symbols used on the camera’s buttons and displayed on the screen are also used in this manual when discussing relevant operations and functionality.

M: A M icon to the right of a page title indicates that the function is available only in advanced shooting modes ([d], [s], [f], or [a]) or [k] movie modes ([k] or [M]).

=*** : Reference page numbers for more information.

: Warning to prevent shooting problems.

: Supplemental information.

: Tips or advice for better shooting.

: Troubleshooting advice.

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About This Manual

Basic Assumptions for Operational Instructions and Sample Photos

zz Instructions apply to the camera with the power on (=50).

zz It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are set to their defaults.

zz Screens in instructions show the state with [Menu display] in

[j: Display level settings] set to [Guided].

zz The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the EF M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens as an example.

zz The sample photos displayed on the camera and used in this manual are for instructional purposes only.

zz In references to using EF or EF-S lenses, it is assumed that a mount adapter is used.

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Compatible Cards

The following cards can be used with the camera regardless of capacity.

If the card is new or was previously formatted (initialized) by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera (=433).

zz SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards

UHS-I cards supported.

Cards that Can Record Movies

When recording movies, use a high-capacity card with ample performance (fast enough writing and reading speeds) for the movie recording size.

For details, see =498.

In this manual, “card” refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards.

* The camera does not come with a card for recording photos/ movies. Please purchase it separately.

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Chapters

Introduction	2
Preparation and Basic Operations	41
Basic Shooting Modes	71
Advanced Shooting Modes	103
Shooting Settings	115
Flash Photography	243
Playback Settings	253
Wireless Settings	317
Function Settings	423
Custom Functions (C.Fn)	457
My Menu	463
Reference	471

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Contents
Introduction	2
Item Check List.......................................................................................	3
Instruction Manuals................................................................................	4
Quick Start Guide...................................................................................	6
About This Manual..................................................................................	9
Compatible Cards.................................................................................	11
Chapters...............................................................................................	12
Contents...............................................................................................	13
Contents by Purpose............................................................................	23
Index to Features..................................................................................	26
Safety Instructions................................................................................	30
Handling Precautions...........................................................................	33
Part Names...........................................................................................	36
Preparation and Basic Operations	41
Charging the Battery.............................................................................	42
Inserting/Removing the Battery............................................................	44
Inserting/Removing the Card................................................................	46
Using the Screen..................................................................................	49
Turning on the Power...........................................................................	50
Attaching/Detaching a Lens..................................................................	52
Attaching/Detaching EF/EF-S Lenses..................................................	54
Basic Operations..................................................................................	56
Setting the Screen Display Level..........................................................	60
Menu Operations and Settings.............................................................	63

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Touch-Screen Operation.......................................................................	68
Quick Control........................................................................................	69
Basic Shooting Modes	71
Scene Intelligent Auto/Hybrid Auto (Fully Automatic)...........................	72
Special Scene Mode.............................................................................	80
Self Portrait Mode.................................................................................	82
Portrait Mode........................................................................................	83
Smooth Skin Mode...............................................................................	84
Landscape Mode..................................................................................	85
Sports Mode.........................................................................................	86
Close-up Mode.....................................................................................	87
Food Mode............................................................................................	88
Night Portrait Mode...............................................................................	89
Handheld Night Scene Mode................................................................	90
HDR Backlight Control Mode................................................................	91
Silent Mode...........................................................................................	92
Special Scene Mode Precautions.........................................................	93
Creative Filters Mode............................................................................	96
Advanced Shooting Modes	103
Program AE Mode (P).........................................................................	104
Shutter-priority AE Mode (Tv).............................................................	106
Aperture-priority AE Mode (Av)...........................................................	108
Manual Exposure Mode (M)...............................................................	110

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Shooting Settings	115
Still Photo Shooting	116
Tab Menus: Still Photo Shooting.........................................................	117
Image Quality......................................................................................	122
Still Image Aspect Ratio......................................................................	125
Image Review Time............................................................................	127
Lens Aberration Correction.................................................................	128
Drive Mode.........................................................................................	133
Self-Timer...........................................................................................	135
Exposure Compensation....................................................................	137
ISO Speed Settings............................................................................	138
Auto Lighting Optimizer......................................................................	141
Highlight Tone Priority.........................................................................	142
Metering Mode....................................................................................	143
Metering Timer....................................................................................	145
Exposure Simulation...........................................................................	146
White Balance.....................................................................................	147
White Balance Correction...................................................................	152
Color Space........................................................................................	153
Picture Style Selection........................................................................	154
Picture Style Customization................................................................	157
Picture Style Registration...................................................................	160
Long Exposure Noise Reduction........................................................	162
High ISO Speed Noise Reduction......................................................	163
Touch Shutter.....................................................................................	165

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AF Operation......................................................................................	167
AF Method..........................................................................................	170
Eye Detection AF................................................................................	180
Continuous AF....................................................................................	181
Focus Mode........................................................................................	182
Manually Focusing with a Lens after AF.............................................	183
AF-Assist Beam Firing........................................................................	184
Manual Focus.....................................................................................	185
Setting MF Peaking............................................................................	187
Image Stabilization.............................................................................	188
Exposure Lock (AE Lock)...................................................................	189
Type of Digest Movie..........................................................................	190
Remote Control Shooting...................................................................	191
General Still Photo Shooting Cautions...............................................	192
Movie Recording	195
Tab Menus: Movie Recording.............................................................	196
Movie Mode........................................................................................	198
Movie Recording Quality....................................................................	205
Movie Self-Timer.................................................................................	212
Sound Recording................................................................................	213
Time-lapse Movies..............................................................................	215
Video Snapshots.................................................................................	224
Miniature Effect Movie........................................................................	229
Movie Servo AF..................................................................................	231
Movie Digital IS...................................................................................	233

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Other Menu Functions........................................................................	235
General Movie Recording Cautions....................................................	240
Flash Photography	243
Flash Photography.............................................................................	244
Flash Exposure Compensation..........................................................	246
FE Lock...............................................................................................	247
Flash Control......................................................................................	248
Playback Settings	253
Tab Menus: Playback Settings...........................................................	254
Image Playback..................................................................................	256
Magnified Image Display....................................................................	259
Index Display (Multiple-Image Display)..............................................	260
Movie Playback...................................................................................	261
Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes.............................................	264
Frame Extraction................................................................................	266
Digest Movie Editing...........................................................................	268
Playback on a TV Set.........................................................................	270
Protect Images....................................................................................	272
Rotate Still Photos..............................................................................	275
Change Movie Orientation Information...............................................	276
Erase Images......................................................................................	277
Prepare to Print...................................................................................	281
Print Images........................................................................................	283

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Contents
Print Ordering.....................................................................................	284
Photobook Set-up...............................................................................	288
Creative Filters....................................................................................	291
Creative Assist....................................................................................	294
Red-Eye Correction............................................................................	296
Create Album......................................................................................	297
Cropping.............................................................................................	300
Resizing..............................................................................................	302
Rating.................................................................................................	303
Slide Shows........................................................................................	306
Set Image Search Conditions.............................................................	308
Image Jump by Swiping.....................................................................	310
Playback Information Display.............................................................	312
AF Point Display.................................................................................	314
View from Last Seen...........................................................................	315
Wireless Settings	317
Tab Menus: Wireless Settings............................................................	318
Selection of Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connection............................................	319
Connecting to a Smartphone..............................................................	321
Connecting to a Computer via Wi-Fi...................................................	349
Connecting to a Printer via Wi-Fi........................................................	357
Sending Images to a Web Service.....................................................	367
Wi Fi Connection via Access Points...................................................	382
Connecting to a Wireless Remote Control.........................................	387
Reconnecting via Wi-Fi.......................................................................	390

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Registering Multiple Connection Settings...........................................	392
Wi-Fi Settings.....................................................................................	393
Bluetooth Settings..............................................................................	394
Changing the Nickname.....................................................................	395
Geotagging Images with GPS Information from Other Devices.........	396
Changing or Deleting Connection Settings.........................................	399
Airplane Mode....................................................................................	401
Clearing Wireless Communication Settings to Default.......................	402
View Info Screen.................................................................................	403
Virtual Keyboard Operations...............................................................	404
Responding to Error Messages..........................................................	405
Wireless Communication Function Notes...........................................	416
Security...............................................................................................	418
Checking Network Settings................................................................	419
Wireless Communication Status.........................................................	420
Function Settings	423
Tab Menus: Function Settings............................................................	424
Select Folder.......................................................................................	426
File Numbering...................................................................................	428
Auto Rotate.........................................................................................	431
Adding Orientation Information to Movies..........................................	432
Format Card........................................................................................	433
Eco Mode............................................................................................	435
Power Saving......................................................................................	436
Display Brightness..............................................................................	437

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Contents
Date/Time/Zone..................................................................................	438
Language............................................................................................	441
Shutter Button Function for Movies....................................................	442
Video System......................................................................................	443
Touch Control......................................................................................	444
Screen Autolock Settings....................................................................	445
Beeping..............................................................................................	446
HDMI Resolution.................................................................................	447
HDMI HDR Output..............................................................................	448
Shooting Information Display..............................................................	449
Reverse Display..................................................................................	451
Display Performance..........................................................................	452
Reset Camera.....................................................................................	453
Copyright Information.........................................................................	454
Manual/Software URL.........................................................................	456
Certification Logo Display...................................................................	456
Firmware.............................................................................................	456
Custom Functions (C.Fn)	457
Setting Custom Functions..................................................................	458
Custom Function Setting Items..........................................................	459

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My Menu	463
Tab Menus: My Menu.........................................................................	464
Registering My Menu..........................................................................	465
Reference	471
Software..............................................................................................	472
Importing Images to a Computer........................................................	474
Household Power Outlet Accessory...................................................	476
Troubleshooting Guide.......................................................................	477
Error Codes........................................................................................	493
Performance Data...............................................................................	494
Information Display.............................................................................	501
Index...................................................................................................	512

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Contents by Purpose

Shooting

zzShoot automatically	=71–=101 (Basic
	shooting modes)
zzShoot continuously	=133 (iContinuous shooting)
zzTake a picture of yourself in	=135 (jSelf-timer)
a group
zzFreeze the action	=106 (sShutter-priority AE)
zzBlur the action
zzShoot with effects of your choice	=78 (Creative Assist)
zzBlur the background	=108 (fAperture-priorityAE)
zzKeep the background in sharp
focus
zzAdjust the image brightness	=137 (Exposure compensation)
(exposure)
zzShoot in low light	=244 (IFlash photography)
	=138 (ISO speed settings)
zzShoot without flash	=249 (b Flash off)
zzShoot fireworks at night	=112 (Bulb exposure)
zzShoot with creative effects	=96 (Creative filters)
zzTake a Self Portrait	=82 (JSelf Portrait)
zzRecord movies	=195 (k Movie recording)

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Contents by Purpose

Image Quality

zzShoot with image effects matching	=154	(Picture Style selection)
the subject
zzMake a large-size print of	=122	(73, 83, 1, F)
the picture
zzTake a lot of pictures	=122	(7a, 8a, b)

AF (Focusing)

zzChange the point of focus	=172	(AF method)
zzShoot a moving subject	=168	(Servo AF)
	=86 (5Sports)

Playback

zzView photos or movies on the	=256	(xPlayback)
camera
zzFind photos or movies quickly	=260	(Index display)
	=310	(Image jump with i)
	=308	(Set image search
	conditions)
zzRate images	=303	(Rating)
zzProtect important photos or	=272	(KProtect images)
movies from accidental erasure
zzErase unneeded photos or movies	=277	(LErase images)
zzAuto play back photos and movies	=306	(Slide shows)
zz View photos and movies on a TV set	=270	(Playback on a TV set)
zzAdjust the screen brightness	=437	(Screen brightness)
zzApply special effect to images	=291	(Creative filters)

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			Contents by Purpose
Wireless Features
zzSend images to a smartphone		=321	(Connecting to a
		smartphone)
zzAutomatically send images		=349	(Connecting to a
to a computer		computer via Wi-Fi)
zzPrint photos		=357	(Connecting to a printer
		via Wi-Fi)
zzShare images online		=367	(Sending images to
		a web service)

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Index to Features

Power

zz Charging the battery (=42) zz Battery level (=51)

zz Eco mode (=435) zz Power saving (=436)

Cards

zz Formatting (=433)

zz Cards compatible with movie recording (=497)

Lens

zz Attaching (=52, =54) zz Detaching (=53, =55)

zz Release shutter without lens (=461)

Basic Settings

zz Date/Time/Zone (=438) zz Language (=441)

zz Video system (=443) zz Beeper (=446)

zz Clearing all camera settings

(=453)

zz Copyright information (=454)

Screen

zz Tilting (=49)

zz Touch control (=68) zz Brightness (=437)

zz Screen autolock settings (=445) zz Display performance (=452)

AF

zz AF operation (=167) zz AF method (=170)

zz AF point selection (=175) zz Eye Detection AF (=180) zz Continuous AF (=181)

zz Electronic manual focus (=183) zz AF-assist beam (=184)

zz Manual focusing (=185) zz MF peaking settings (=187)

Metering

zz Metering mode (=143)

Drive

zz Maximum burst (=124) zz Drive mode (=133) zz Self-timer (=135)

Image Recording Settings

zz Creating/Selecting a folder

(=426)

zz File numbering (=428)

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Index to Features

Image Quality

zz Image quality (=122)

zz Still image aspect ratio (=125) zz Lens aberration correction

(=128)

zz ISO speed (still photos) (=138) zz Auto Lighting Optimizer (=141) zz Highlight tone priority (=142) zz White balance (=147)

zz Color space (=153) zz Picture Style (=154)

zz Noise reduction for long exposures (=162)

zz Noise reduction for high ISO speeds (=163)

Shooting

zz Shooting mode (=38) zz Quick Control (=69) zz Creative Assist (=78) zz Creative filters (=96)

zz Depth-of-field preview (=109) zz Touch shutter (=165)

zz Magnified view (=177) zz Remote control (=191)

zz Shooting information display

(=449)

zz Grid display (=449) zz Reverse display (=451) zz Error codes (=493)

Exposure

zz Exposure compensation with M+ISO Auto (=111)

zz Exposure compensation (=137) zz Exposure simulation (=146) zz AE lock (=189)

zz Safety shift (=459)

Flash

zz Flash (=244)

zz Flash exposure compensation

(=246)

zz FE lock (=247)

zz Built-in flash function settings (=251)

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Index to Features

Movie Recording

zz Autoexposure recording (=198) zz Manual exposure recording

(=200)

zz Movie recording size (=205) zz Sound recording (=213) zz Wind filter (=213)

zz Attenuator (=214)

zz Time-lapse movie (=215) zz Video snapshot (=224) zz Movie Servo AF (=231)

zz Remote control shooting (=235) zz ISO speed (movie) (=236)

zz HDMI output (=238)

zz Auto slow shutter (=239) zz Adding rotation information

(=432)

zz Shutter button function for movies

(=442)

Playback

zz Image review time (=127) zz Single-image display (=256) zz Touch playback (=258)

zz Magnified view (=259) zz Index display (=260) zz Movie playback (=261)

zz Editing a movie’s first and last scenes (=264)

zz Frame Grab (4K) (=266)

zz Viewing images on a television

(=270)

zz Protect (=272)

zz Image rotation (=275) zz Erasing (=277)

zz Rating (=303)

zz Slide show (=306)

zz Setting image search conditions

(=308)

zz Image browsing (Jump display) (=310)

zz Playback information display (=312)

zz AF point display (=314) zz Auto rotate (=431)

zz HDMI resolution (=447) zz HDR output (=448)

zz Shooting information display

(=506)

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Index to Features

Image Editing

zz Creative filters (=291)

zz Red-eye correction (=296) zz Video snapshot album (=297) zz Cropping JPEGs (=300)

zz Resizing JPEGs (=302)

Print Ordering

zz Print order (DPOF) (=284) zz Photobook Set-up (=288)

Customization

zz Display level settings (=60)

zz Custom Functions (C.Fn) (=458) zz My Menu (=465)

Software

zz Downloading and Installing

(=472)

zz Software Instruction Manuals

(=473)

Wireless Features

zz Connect to smartphones (=321) zz Auto send images to smartphones

(=335)

zz Remote control (EOS Utility)

(=349)

zz Auto send images to computers (=354)

zz Print from Wi-Fi printers (=357) zz Upload to Web service (=367) zz Connect to a wireless remote

control (=387)

zz Geotagging Images (=396) zz Clear wireless settings (=402)

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Safety Instructions

Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely. Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others.

WARNING: Denotes the risk of serious injury or death.

zzKeep the product out of the reach of young children.

A strap wrapped around a person’s neck may result in strangulation. The parts or provided items of cameras or accessories are dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance.

The battery is dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance.

zzUse only power sources specified in this instruction manual for use with the product. zzDo not disassemble or modify the product.

zzDo not expose the product to strong shocks or vibration. zzDo not touch any exposed internal parts.

zzStop using the product in any case of unusual circumstances such as the presence of smoke or a strange smell.

zzDo not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine or paint thinner to clean the product.

zzDo not get the product wet. Do not insert foreign objects or liquids into the product. zzDo not use the product where flammable gases may be present.

This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.

zzDo not leave a lens or a camera/camcorder with a lens attached, exposed without the lens cap attached.

The lens may concentrate the light and cause fire.

zzDo not touch the product connected to a power outlet during lightning storms.

This may cause electric shock.

zzObserve the following instructions when using commercially available batteries or provided battery packs.

yyUse batteries/battery packs only with their specified product. yyDo not heat batteries/battery packs or expose them to fire.

yyDo not charge batteries/battery packs using non-authorized battery chargers.

yyDo not expose the terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with metallic pins or other metal objects.

yyDo not use leaking batteries/battery packs.

yyWhen disposing of batteries/battery packs, insulate the terminals with tape or other means.

This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.

If a battery/battery pack leaks and the material contacts your skin or clothing, flush the exposed area thoroughly with running water. In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with copious amounts of clean running water and seek immediate medical assistance.

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