3Select [ SET] with b/B on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector.

4Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the spot- metering circle and press the shutter button down.

The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (ColorTemperature and Color filter) are displayed.

5 Select a memory number with b/B, press the center of the multi-selector.

The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained.

The custom white balance setting is registered in this operation is effective until a new setting is registered.

Note

The message “Custom WB error” indicates that the value is beyond the expected range. (When the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or a subject with a

bright color is in the frame.) If you register this value, the indicator turns yellow on the recording information display on the LCD monitor. You can shoot at this

point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to get a more correct white balance value.

To call the custom white balance settingIn step 3, select the desired number.

Note

If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings.

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