3Cleaning the CMOS sensorN

The image sensor is like the film in a film camera. If any dust adheres on the image sensor, it may show up as a dark speck on the images. To avoid this, follow the procedure below to clean the image sensor. Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional, see page 170) is recommended. If you use a battery, make sure the battery level is sufficient.

1Install the DC Coupler (p.26) or a battery and turn the <4> switch to <1>.

2Select [Sensor cleaning].

Turn the <5> dial to select [c

Sensor cleaning], then press <0>.

XIf you are using a battery with sufficient 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 <5> dial to select [OK], then press <0>.

XThe mirror will lock up and the shutter will open.

XCLn” will blink on the LCD panel.

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Canon EOS 5D instruction manual 3Cleaning the Cmos sensorN, Select OK