Canon EOS 10D EOS 10D INSTRUCTIONS - Page 156

Cleaning the Image Sensor (CMOS) The image sensor is like the film in a film-based camera. If any dust or other foreign matter adheres to the image sensor, it may show up as a dark speck in the images. To avoid this, follow the procedure below to clean the image sensor. Note that the image sensor is a very delicate component. If possible, you should have it cleaned by a Canon Service Center. • While you clean the image sensor, the camera must be turned on. Use the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional accessory, see page 174) or a battery. If you use a battery, make sure the battery level is sufficient. Before cleaning the image sensor, detach the lens from the camera. 1 Insert the DC coupler (→p.26) or a battery into the battery compartment and set the < > switch to < >. On the menu, select [Sensor clean.]. Press the < > button. 2 •• Turn the < > dial to select [Sensor clean.], then press < >. s If you are using a battery having enough power, the screen shown in step 3 will appear. • If the battery is exhausted, a warning message will appear and you will not be able to proceed further. Either recharge the battery or use a DC coupler and start from step 1 again. 3 •Select [OK]. Turn the < > dial to select [OK], then press < >. s The mirror will lock up and the shutter will open. s" " will blink on the LCD panel. 4 •Clean the image sensor. Use a rubber blower to carefully blow away any dust, etc., on the surface of the image sensor. 156