Canon EOS 30D Instruction Manual

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Troubleshooting Guide
 
Auto power off is in effect.
X
Press the shutter button halfway. If you do not want auto power off 
to take effect, set [c Auto power off] on the menu to [Off].
 
The battery is almost exhausted.
X
Recharge the battery. (p.22)
 
The CF card is not properly inserted.
X
Insert the CF card properly. (p.28)
 
The CF card is full.
X
Use a new CF card or erase unnecessary images. (p.28, 124)
 
The battery is exhausted.
X
Recharge the battery. (p.22)
 
You did not focus well. (The focus confirmation light <o> in 
the viewfinder blinks.)
X
Press the shutter button halfway again and focus the subject. If 
you still cannot focus properly, focus manually. (p.30, 80)
 
The LCD monitor screen is dirty.
X
Use a soft, lens cloth to clean the screen.
 
The LCD’s service life has expired.
X
Consult your nearest customer service center or dealer.
The camera turns off by itself.
Only the <
c
> icon blinks on the top LCD panel.
Shooting
No images can be shot or recorded.
The LCD monitor does not display a clear image.