User manual CANON EOS 600D

[. . . ] CompactFlash cards (CF Type I and II) serve as the recording medium. Before using the camera, be sure to read these Instructions to familiarize yourself with the camera's features and proper operation. Using CF cards made by Canon is recommended. Radio and Television Interference (VCCI Statement) This camera is an information technology device that does not exceed Class B limits for electromagnetic interference (EMI) in compliance with standards set by Japan's Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). This device may still cause interference with radio or television reception when placed near such an appliance. [. . . ] First 8 seconds: Slow beeps and the lamp blinks slowly. Last 2 seconds: Faster beeps and the lamp stays on. While the self-timer is operating, the LCD panel shows count down. To cancel the self-timer, press the < DRIVE> button. Do not stand in front of the camera when you press the shutter button to start the self-timer. Doing so prevents the camera from focusing on the subject. You can set the beep that indicates the subject is in focus and the beep that indicates the self-timer is operating to [On ] or [ Off]. (118) When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, lock the focus (58) on an object at about the same distance as where you will be. You can use the Remote Switch RS-80N3 (optional) or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (optional) to take a picture when you are away from the camera. 81 Self-timer Operation Using the Eyepiece Cover If you take a picture using the self-timer or remote switch (optional) without looking through the viewfinder, stray light can enter the eyepiece and affect the exposure. To prevent this, attach the eyepiece cover to the viewfinder eyepiece before taking the picture. 1 2 Remove the eyecup. Grasp both sides of the eyecup and lift it up and away from the camera. Slip the eyepiece cover over the eyepiece. The eyepiece cover is attached to the strap. 82 Bulb Exposures In a bulb exposure, the shutter remains open as long as you hold the shutter button down, and closes when you release it. Bulb exposures are useful for the long exposures required for night scenes, fireworks, etc. 1 2 3 4 Set the Mode Dial to < >. Set the shutter speed to " Look at the LCD panel and turn the < dial to select " ". The shutter speed and aperture value are determined automatically, just as in < (Full Auto) mode. : Select < > mode to manually set a shutter speed slower than 1/200 second. The camera then automatically sets the flash aperture value to provide the proper exposure for your shutter speed. > : Select < > mode to manually set the aperture value. In low-light conditions against a background such as a night sky, you can use automatic slow-sync settings to properly expose the main subject and the background. The main subject is captured by the flash, and the background is captured by time exposure using a slow shutter speed. Because automatic slow-sync photography uses a slow shutter speed, always use a tripod. : Select < > mode to set the shutter speed and the aperture value manually. The main subject is exposed properly by the flash. The background exposure varies according to the shutter speed and aperture settings. : The effect is the same as using flash in < > mode. 86 Using the Built-in Flash Built-in Flash Range (using EF24-85mm f/3. 5-4. 5 USM lens) ISO Speed 100 200 400 800 1000 Wide-angle: 24 mm Approx. 1-10. 8 m (3. 3-35. 4 ft) Telephoto: 85 mm Approx. [. . . ] 108 Single image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Program AE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Program line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Program shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]