Canon T2 300X User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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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 familiarise yourself witti 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 manuai

• The icon indicates the Main Dial.

• Ail 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 ir symbol indicates that the respective feature can be used only in Creative Zone modes (P, Tv, Av, M, A-DEP)

• The camera control icons and markings used in this booklet correspond to the actual icons and markings found on the camera.

• The ((S4) and ((S)6) icons indicate that the respective function remains in effect for 4 and 6 sec. respectively after the button is released.

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Conventions Used in this Instmction manual Handiing Cautions

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Installing the Batteries

Checking the Battery Levei.................................................12

Mounting and Detaching a Lens How the Shutter Button Works Q Loading and Unloading Film

Oil Midroll Rewind

Since everything is automatic, all you do is press the shutter button.

3 User-ControJIed Shooting

You can set the desired shutter speed or aperture value to obtain the exposure you want. You take control of the camera.

Reference

Symbols

y The Caution symbol alerts you to actions to prevent shooting ^ problems.

The Note symbol gives supplemental information.

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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 Centre.

• 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 Ihe shutter button to release the shutter a few times once in a while.

• Avoid storing Ihe camera in a labouratory, cabinet, etc , where corrosive chemicals are present

• 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 Sen/ice Centre.

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 hightemperature 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 <G> 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 <G> 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 <Qdl> button.

Lens Electrical Contacts

After detaching the lens from the camera, pul on the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts.

Safety Precautions

. Do not look directly at the sun or any other strong light source through this lens

or through a camera with the lens attached as this could cause damaged eyesight. Take particular care r>ot to look directly at the sun through the lens alone as this can cause blindness. Do not leave the lens or an SLR camera with the lens mounted in direct sunlight with the lens cap removed This is to prevent the lens from magnifying the sun's rays, which could cause fire.

Contacts

Nomenclature

• Reference page numbers are indicated by (p **).

<Q/Ci)S> Film advance mode/Selflimer/'Remote control button (p 32/ 23/24)

<£oi> Main Dial

Shutler button (p 14)

‘Remote control sensor / Sell-timer/

•Remote control lamp (p 24/23/24)

Grip / Battery compartment (pi

Hood EW-60C (optional)

Built-in Hash /__, , AF-assist beam (p.44/19)

Mode Dial (p 10)

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Red-eye reduction lamp (p 22)

Flash-sync contact

— <i> Flash button (p 43)

I— <-e-> Film plane mark

Remote control

terminal**

50 mm filter thread

Body cap (p.13)

___ Lens release button (p 13)

— Depth-of-lield preview button

(P-42)

— Lens mount Index

*— Focus mode switch (p 13)

Zooming ring

— Focusing ring (p 31)

DATE Model only For Remote Switch RS-60E3 (sold separately)

Viewfinder eyepiece Eyecup (p 26)

Tripod socket

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-__<AF> AF mode/SET button {p 20/26))

Attaching the Strap

Pass the end of the strap through the camera's strap mount from the txitlom. 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)

— <AvB>Aperture set/Exposure

compensation button (p.37/39)

— <*>AE lock/FE lock

button (p 41/46)

<E0> AF point selection button

(P-29)

AF point selection keys (p 29)

<FUNC.> Function button (p,22, 25, 26, 40, 42. 43, 44. 47)

!_ <Qda> Midroll

rewind button (p.16)

— Guide hole Battery compartment cover

release lever (p.11)

— Battery compartment cover

(P-11)

Eyepiece cover

Nomenclature

LCD Panel

Shutter Speed _ ISO film Date FE lock

Shooting mode icon

<Q> Rim mark —

Rim advance mode <n>Single frame

<Ql>Continuous

shooting

<C^g>Self-timer/

Remote control

Non-DATE Model

<ISB> Manual focus

I— Aperture value

F^d^ye reduction setting AEB amount

I-

Date

I-

ISO film speed

Red-eye reduction Beeper Safety release lock Multiple exposures AEB Custom Function

Function poimer

Frame ooonter Miitiple-exposure setting S^-l|mer operation Remote control ispemtion

Custom Function icon

- BgxKure level indicator Ej^osure corr^wnsation amoum AEB level

Red-eye reduction Istp-on jrtdicaiDr Film transport indicator

• Pressing the button illuminates the LCD panel.

• The actual display will show only the applicable items

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Viewfinder Information

Superimposed display

Appoints (7) —I

Shutter speed —! — Aperture value FE lock

— ■ Focusing screen

!— <•> Focus confirmation

light

EMSosuie level mdlcator

Exposure compensation

amount

ABB level Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicalor

Remove the eyecup, then slide the dioptric adjustment lever left or right until the AF points in the viewfinder look sharp.

* With an D(-series Speedlite

Nomenclature

Mode Dial

The dial is divided into two zones.

Basic Zone

Fully automatic mode where the camera takes care of everything.

a : Full Auto (p.16)

Basically, all you do is point and shoot.

Image Zone (p 20)

Fully automatic modes for a particular subject.

9 : Portrait

: Landscape

A : Close-up

: Sports H : Night Portrait C9 : Flash off

(D Creative Zone

Semi-automatic and manual modes enable you to take control of the camera to obtain the desired result.

P : Program AE (p.33) Tv : Shutter-priority AE

(p35)

: Aperture-priority AE

(P-36)

: Manual exposure (p.37)

: Automatic Depth-of-field

A-DEP

AE (p.38)

:OFF

(D es

Before You Start

Installing the Batteries

^ Batteries are not included in camera body only (not kit) sold in North America. Obtain

batteries separately.

The camera uses two CR2 lithium batteries.

Open the battery compartment cover.

• Slide the release lever in the direction shown by the arrow in the diagram, and open the cover.

I Install the batteries.

I • Make sure the battery contacts (+ and ~)

are properly oriented as shown.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

Close the battery compartment cover.

• Press the cover until it snaps shut.

• The date and time must be set See page 26 (DATE Model only)

For plaora Viivre CFC betisrtesr^nol be easily avaUaUe, lete spare Mteries

you Atso carry spare baaerres for extended ahootirig sesaions-

Checking the Battery Level

Check the batlefy level after replacing the batteries and before using the camera.

Turn the Mode Dial to a shooting mode.

• The camera will then turn on and the LCD panel

will display one of the following battery level mark:

¡1 : Battery level OK. Q : The battery level is low Keep spare

batteries handy.

n : The batteries will soon be completely

* exhausted.

. : Replace the batteries.

Battery Ufa (With 24-ex. rolls)

Temperature 0% Flash Use 50% Flash Use

At 20°C 54 rolls 23 rolls 16 rolls At-10°C 35 rolls 16 rolls 11 rolls

• The battery life shown above is based on Canon’s testing conditions with new batteries,

’ If nothing is dsplayed on the LCD panel, the batteries may have been installed

incorrectly. Tate out the batteries and inst^ conectty.

' If you often press the stHjtter button ha№№y for a prolonged p^iod or just

: aufofoaa Mtihoui taking a pictuie, the battery life w|i| be affected.

’ v\qren not using the camera $ei the Mode Dtof to <^nSb.

100% Flash Use

Mounting and Detaching a Lens

Mounting a Lens

Remove the caps.

• Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap

Mount the lens.

• Align the red dots on the lens and camera and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it snaps in place.

^ On the lens, set the focus mode

^ switch to <AF>.

• If the focus mode switch is set to <MF>, autofocus will not operate

Remove the front lens cap.

Detaching the Lens

While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow.

• Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it.

1^ • Keep the caps you wHL not lose ihem

• stands lor "Auto Focus,''ard<hF> stands for "MaoLis] Fbous."

• An EF^ tens cannot be attached 10 the cafners.

How the Shutter Button Works

The shutter button has two stages, You can press it down halfway or fully The two levels of shutter button operation are as follows:

If an Extender (optional) is used and the ma)dmum ^^erture (the lowest f/number) of the lens becomes smaller than f/5.6, autcrfocusing will not operate. For details, refer to the extender’s instructbns,

FJ Camera mov^nent during the moment of exposure is called camera shake.

Camera shake can cause blurred pictures. To prevent blurred pictures due to camera shake:

• Hold the camera steady. * Rrmly grasp the camera grip with your right hand, and press your both

elbov^ lightty against your body. * Hold the lens at the bottom with your left hand V Press the c^nera against your face and look through the viewfinder * To maintan a stable starve, place one foot in front of the other instead of

lining up bcth feel

• Use your finger tip to touch the shutter button, grasp the camera with your entire right hand, then press the shutter button gentiy.

When it is pressed halfway:

• Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates autofocusing (AF), and also activates the automatic exposure (AE) mechanism and sets the shutter speed and aperture value.

• The exposure (the combination of shutter speed and aperture value) appears on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder ((?)4).

When it is pressed fully:

• The shutter is released to take the picture and the film advances by one frame,

Loading and Unloading Film

Loading Film

After you load the film, the camera first winds the entire roll onto the camera’s take-up spool With DX-coded film, the camera automatically sets the film’s ISO speed. Then each time a picture is taken, one frame of film is rewound back into the film cartridge The frame counter shows always number of shots remaining.

Turn the Mode Dial to any setting

except <(D8>. Open the back cover.

• Slide down the back cover release lever and open the back.

Insert the film cartridge at a slight angle.

^ Align the film leader edge with the ^T<A> mark.

• Hold down the film cartridge while pulling out the film leader. If you pull out the film leader too much, rewind it back into the film cartridge.

Close the back cover.

• Close the back cover until it snaps shut.

► Film prewind will start and there will be a

shutter-release sound about 10 sec. later The <Q> icon and frame count will also be displayed on the LCD panel.

>■ During the film prewind, the ISO speed will

be displayed on the LCD panel.

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Canon T2 300X User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.

Before Using Your Camera

Contents

Symbols

Handling Cautions

Batteries

Safety Precautions

Nomenclature

LCD Panel

Viewfinder Information

Mode Dial

Basic Zone

(D Creative Zone

Installing the Batteries

I Install the batteries.

Close the battery compartment cover.

Checking the Battery Level

Battery Ufa (With 24-ex. rolls)

Mounting a Lens

Remove the caps.

Mount the lens.

Detaching the Lens

While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow.

How the Shutter Button Works

Loading and Unloading Film

Loading Film