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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, detach the lens and follow the procedure below to clean the
image sensor.
Using the DC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (p.27) is recommended. If you use a
battery, make sure the battery level is sufficient.
1
Install the DC Coupler or a battery
and turn the <
4
> switch to
<
1
>.
2
Select [Sensor cleaning].
Select the <
b
> tab.
Hold down the <
X
> button and
turn the <
5
> dial to select [
Sensor
cleaning
]. Then let go of the
<
X
> button.
3
Select [OK].
Hold down the <
X
> button and
turn the <
5
> dial to select [
OK
].
Then let go of the <
X
> button.
X
The LCD monitor will turn off.
4
Press the shutter button
completely.
X
The mirror will lock up and the shutter
will open.
3
Cleaning the CMOS sensor
