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Canon MACRO RING LITE MR-14EX MACRO TWIN LITE MT-24EX...
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Canon Macro Ring Lite MR-14EXlMacro Twin Lite MT-24EX are flash units for closeup photography. They have many high-end features such as the E-TTL (Evaluative-TTL) autoflash system. The available features depend on the type of EOS camera you use with the MR-14EXlMacro Twin Lite MT-24EX.
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About Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX Instructions How to Use this Booklet Nomenclature Before You Start (Type-A Cameras,"-ype-B Cameras)..9 Installing Batteries External Power Sources Attaching the Control Unit to the Camera Attaching the Flash Ring Main Switch Pilot Lamp and Test Firing Flash Exposure Confirmation Flash Range Flash Mode...
Setting Up a Wireless Flash System Using the Wireless Flash System Basic Flash Photography Using Flash with the Camera's Shooting Modes Selecting the Flash Tube Flash Exposure Compensation FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) Manual Flash Mode Second-Curtain Synchronization 1::1> Wireless Manual Flash Custom Functions MR-14EX/MT-24EX System Troubleshooting Guide...
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Learn how to prepare the Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX for actual use. Before You Start...
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Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX requires one of the following two types of batteries: (1) Four size-AA alkaline batteries (2) Four size-AA nickel-hydride batteries Slide the battery compartment cover as shown by the arrow and flip it up. Insert the batteries. •...
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• The minimum flash count applies in the manual or full-output (1/1) mode while the maximum flash count applies in the E-TIL or TIL mode. • The above specifications are based on Canon's testing standards. • Using size-AA nickel-hydride batteries will yield only about 70 to 80 percent of the flashes (1550 mAh at full output) obtainable with size-AA alkaline batteries.
• The minimum flash count applies in the manual or full-output (1/1) mode while the maximum flash count applies in the E-TIL or TTL mode. • The above specifications are based on Canon's testing standards . an~xternal . . -Evenwhen tbeMR-14EX to power its internal circuitry.
Attaching the Control Unit to the Camera ", ..Loosen the locking collar by turning it as shown by the arrow. Slip the Control Unit's mounting foot into the camera's hot shoe all the way. Turn the locking collar as shown by the arrow and tighten.
Attaching the Flash Ring The Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX can be attached directly to the following lenses: EF 50mm f/2.5 COMPACT MACRO, EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO USM, EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO, and MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x lenses. To attach it to the EF 180mm f/3.5L MACRO USM, the Macro Lite Adapter 72C"(sold separately) is required.
The main switch has three settings as shown below. OFF,O.N rSE «JIIIr» mum) OFF,O.N rSE OFF,O.N rSE Mel110ryfeature The·.MacroRi~g Lite'scurrentfl(l$h• • etc. . ,. . . are. retaineci.in memoryeyenafterit. is jsturf)ecionagain,.allth8:settin?s.winstjUbejn•. batteries{Y()119(lnret~n.tf:1I;l Turns off the power. Turns on the power. Turns on the power and enables the SE mode.
This tests whether the Macro Ring Lite can fire a flash. I.lI • A test flash cannot be fired after you press the camera's shutter button halfway and the camera metering is still active for • If the Macro Ring Lite is in the SE mode, pressing the test firing button turns on the Macro Ring Lile.
Press the <MODE> button to select the E-TTL (or TTL) autoflash mode or manual flash mode. Setting the Film Speed The film speed is set automatically according to the film speed set with the camera. LCD PaneI IIIum ination In low-light, you can illuminate the LCD panel for ( ",.
Focusing Lamp In low-light or when the viewfinder image gets darker at high magnifications, it becomes difficult to achieve correct focus. In such cases, the focusing lamp can assist with focusing. PILOT (Q)O Resetting to the Default Settings When the Macro Ring Lite is attached to an EOS camera equipped with a <CLEAR>...
_ metering sensor which enables highly In macro photography, setting the correct exposure greatly depends on the subject. It would be best to bracket the exposure even for the same subject. (~p.32) s~cti()nusestheEQS-l [iI·.ThiS ·Sefore proceeding, firsttumonthe MainSwitchonthe 14EX.· V.<>p~ratiGris,referJo. t h~ •...
Using Flash with the Camera's Shooting Modes ... For E-TTL autoflash shots, just set the camera's shooting mode to P (Program AE), (aperture-priority AE), or M (Manual exposure). For serious closeup flash photography, When you press the shutter button completely, a preflash is fired immediately before the picture is taken.
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This mode is effective for controlling the depth of field in your flash pictures. YC?u can also obtain a correct exposure for both the subject and background. You set the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically for the correct exposure of the background. The E-TTL autoflash system obtains the correct flash exposure based on the aperture you set.
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Using Flash with the Camera's Shooting Modes In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture. The E-TTl autoflash system controls the flash exposure based on the aperture you set. The proper exposure of the background is set with both the aperture and shutter speed.
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I:iI • This section uses the EOS-1 Vas the Type-A camera: • Before proceeding, first turn on the Main Switch on the..EOS.. 14EX. • For EOS..1Voperati6ns, refer to the EQS:'l Vlnslructions booklet. The MR-14EX's advanced features are explained in this chapter. They are as follows: •...
at:Selecting the Flash Tube By firing only one of the flash tubes or by setting a flash ratio for flash tubes A and B, you can create shadows and sculptural lighting effects. You can set the flash ratio from 1:8 to 1:1 to 8:1 (13 levels) in 1/2-stop increments. flash mode must be set.
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ETTL lim][!] A : B 8:1- 4:1- 2:1- -1:2 -1:4 -1:8 Selecting the Flash Tube Press the <RATIO> button and select IiBml A : B • Each time you press the button, the selection will change in the following loop: ~(OFF)-~ IiBml A : B ~IiBmlA:B c~...
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Selecting the Flash Tube Follow the same procedure as for "Firing Both Flash Tubes" except for step 2. For step 2, follow the operation below. ETTL Press the < <i > or < C> > button to move the bar - all the way to the left or right to the ;.D or •...
Modelin 9 FIash Firing a modeling flash enables you to check the lighting and shadow effects before you take the picture. * The modeling flash is fired at 70 Hz for 1 sec. Modeling Flash with Flash Ratio (w/EOS-1 0, 1V, 3, 030, ELAN 7nE, or 30/33) C.Fn-6 can disable the modeling flash with flash ratio.
With Type-A cameras, you can set FE (flash exposure) lock. This is the flash version of AE lock. With FE lock, you use spot metering to obtain the correct flash exposure reading for a specific area of the subject. * The flash mode must be set to ETTL. FEL 5.b Select a shooting mode with the camera.
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6 CI • With FE lock . . • If,"th,e" "flas,,h ill be, i , n,S",u, f t " number) and try FE lock again sedwh~n • FElockcannotb mode. VVith the , ,Elanll/Elan IIE/SO/50E and EOS IX, the the viewfinder to warn that FE lock cannot be used. Take the picture •...
~Flash Exposure Compensation With the MR-14EX, you can set the flash exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (or 1/2-stop increments with some cameras). In tandem, you can also set exposure compensation with the camera to control the background's exposure level in the flash picture. ETTI I 1/3- I \ \ '...
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• 5.:;~ Ill. Flash exposure compensation set ,with the MR-14EX overrides any flash exposure~ompensationsetwith pressingt~e< - In step 3, instead of hal~ay ~Q;§ett~eiflash~xpos~reco~pensation. button -Ifyou take picture during t, Is's, til,I bl,ink,;in g "), th,e"na, s, ' , e h, e,xp,e, a,,!TI,ee"...
FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) You can change the flash exposure level automatically while keeping the background exposure level the same. Three flash shots can be bracketed up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (or 1/2-stop increments with some cameras) as follows: Correct exposure, decreased exposure, and increased exposure.
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eDHigh-Speed Sync (FP Flash) With high-speed sync camera at all shutter speeds even those faster than the normal sync speed. When high-speed sync is set, High-speed sync can be used in the * High-speed sync is especially effective for fill-flash in daylight, enabling you to: (1) Obtain better background blur with a larger aperture.
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High-Speed Sync (FP Flash) Focus and take the picture. :000 2.8 • • Check that the icon is displayed in the viewfinder before taking the picture.
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In the manual flash mode, you can set the flash output from 1/1 (full) to 1/64 power in whole-stop increments. The flash tubes can be fired in one of three configurations: 1. Fire both flash tubes at the same output, 2. Fire flash tube A at a different output from flash tube B, 3.
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Firi'ngBothFlashTtllbe~ For step 3 on the preceding page, following the procedure below to set a different flash output between flash tube IiJ.iDI!) A : B Firing Only One Flash Tube Press the <-> button and set the flash output to --. This disables the selected flash tube from firing.
t:t> Second-Curtain Synchronization Normally, the flash fires in synchronization with the first shutter curtain when the shutter is fully open. With second-curtain synchronization, the flash fires immediately before the second shutter curtain closes at the end of the exposure. Set the shooting mode with the camera.
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This chapter explains the MR-14EX's built-in features for wireless flash photography with one or more additional Speedlites. • Setting Up a Wireless Flash System (~p.42 • Using the Wireless Flash System (~p.45) For Type-A Cameras Wireless Flash Photography...
Setting Up a Wireless Flash System By using a Speedlite 550EX as a slave unit, you can set up a wireless flash system with the MR-14EX. As with the Speedlite 550EX, the MR-14EX can be set as the master unit which transmits wireless signals to the slave unit.
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To set the 550EX as a slave unit, refer to page 53 in the 550EX's Instructions booklet. 2lfmm ETTL mZoom Setting Up a Wireless Flash System Set the same channel No. as the master unit. Set the slave 10 to C. After setting up the wireless flash system, position slave C as shown in the left diagram.
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Setting Up a Wireless Flash System Press the master unit's pilot lamp (test firing button) to fire a test flash. The master unit and slave unit should fire (at 1/64 output). • If the slave unit does not fire, reposition it closer to the master unit and more toward the front and center of the master unit.
Using the Wireless Flash System Using Slave C (w/EOS-10, 1V, 3, 030, ELAN 7nE, or 30/33) You can fire flash tubes A and B and slave C at the same time. A correct flash exposure is obtained with flash tubes A and B together, and slave C alone is set automatically to obtain a correct exposure.
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Using the Wireless Flash System You can also set a flash ratio for flash tubes A and 8 and set flash exposure compensation for slave C. After step 1 on the preceding page, follow the procedure below. ETTL Imm!l A : B 8:1·...
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Features Available with, Wireless Flash The following features can also be used in a wireless flash system: • Wireless FE Lock • Wireless flash exposure compensation • Wireless flash exposure bracketing (FEB) • Wireless high-speed sync (FP flash) Wireless Manual Flash With all Type-A cameras, you can also set up a wireless manual flash system.
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Using the Wireless Flash System When C.Fn-5-1 is set, you can use additional Speedlites and set their slave C.(~p.64) IDs t9 A, B, or By having multiple Speedlites set to the same slave 10, you can create a slave group to produce a brighter flash. For example, a slave unit whose slave 10 is A will fire together with flash tube A.
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When the MR-14EX is mounted on a Type-B camera such as the EOS-1 N, taking flash pictures with TTL autoflash is just as easy as normal autoexposure (AE) pictures. In the Full Auto mode, you can just press the shutter button to take flash pictures.
Using Flash with the Camera's Shooting Modes For TTL autoflash shots, just set the camera's shooting mode to P (Program AE), (aperture-priority AE), or M (Manual exposure). For serious closeup flash photography, When you press the shutter button completely, TIL autoflash metering (the light reflected off the film is metered and the flash is cut off when the proper amount of light is received) is used to control the flash exposure based on the flash aperture.
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This mode is effective for controlling the depth of field in your flash pictures. You can also obtain a correct exposure for both the subject and background. You set the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically for the correct exposure of the background. The TIL autoflash system obtains the correct flash exposure based on the aperture you set.
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Using Flash with the Camera's Shooting Modes In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture. The TTL autoflash system controls the flash exposure based on the aperture you set. The proper exposure of the background is set with both the aperture and shutter speed.
The MR-14EX's advanced features are explained in this chapter. They are as follows: • Selecting the. Flash Tube • Flash Exposure Compensation (~p.56) • FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) (~p.58) (~p.60) • Manual Flash Mode • Second-Curtain Synchronization (--7p.62) • Wireless Manual Flash For Type-B Cameras Advanced Flash Photography...
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~~D O~;Selecting By firing only one of the flash tubes or both flash tubes, you can create shadows and sculptural lighting effects. The TTL flash mode must be set. * If you set the flash mode to The flash tube 10 is "A" for the left one and "B" for the right one when you look at the rear of the flash ring.
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Set C.Fn-4-1 (.-7p.64). Then you can press the test firing button to fire a modeling flash to see the lighting and shadow effects before taking the picture. * The modeling flash is fired at 70 Hz for 1 sec. Selecting the Flash Tube Focus and take the picture.
Flash Exposure Compensation MR-14EX~ With the you can set the flash exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (or 1/2-stop increments with some cameras). "In tandem, you can also set exposure compensation with the camera to control the background's exposure level in the flash picture. TTL-~...
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• Flash Exposure Compensation Take the picture. • Check that the displayed in the viewfinder before taking the picture. icons are...
FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) You can change the flash exposure level automatically while keeping the background exposure level the same. Three flash shots can be bracketed up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (or 1/2-stop increments with some cameras) as follows: Correct exposure, decreased exposure, and increased exposure.
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In the manual flash mode, you can set the flash output from 1/1 (full) to 1/64 power in whole-stop increments. The flash tubes can be fired in one of three configurations: 1. Fire both flash tubes at the same output, 2. Fire flash tube A at a different output from flash tube 8,3.
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After step 3 on the preceding page, following the steps below to set a different flash output between flash tube A and A : B fiBiI!) Press the <-> button and set the flash output to --. This disables the selected flash tube from firing.
t:l>Second-Curtain Synchronization Normally, the flash fires in synchronization with the first shutter curtain when the shutter is fully open. With second-curtain synchronization, the flash fires immediately before the second shutter curtain closes at the end of the exposure. Set the shooting mode with the camera.
Wireless Manual Flash With all Type-B cameras, you can also set up a wireless manual flash system. To set up a wireless flash system, follow the same procedure for Type-A cameras on page 42 to 44. W"ireless autoflash is not possible. Setting the flash output for flash tubes A and 8 and slave C With IimiM displayed on the master unit, set the flash output for flash...
Custom Functions Custom Functions enable you to customize the MR-14EX's functions according to your preferences. ! ~.I'.I.II.~ ..rJlJ,UIJJlJlmrlmrJllrllfljl Press the <C.Fn> button for at least 2 sec. The C6 icon, Custom Function No., and setting No. will appear on the LCD panel.
Custom Function Settings Function FEB cancellation after completion C.Fn-1 FEB sequence Flash metering system Test firing button Wireless slave control Modeling flash with flash ratio Power source for flash charging C.Fn-7 C.Fn-4: Setting this to "1" output with all EOS cameras. If both flash heads have been set to fire with autoflash, both flash heads will fire the modeling flash at the same output.
MR-14EXlMT-24EX System ~"""""""~ ® 8-0-Q, £!DDlIn-'1111111111111111111111~ O-------IIIl\) ..- . - 1 The accessories on the left enable wired, multi-Speedlite TIL autoflash. TTL Hot Shoe Adapter 3 ® TTL Distributor Off-Camera Shoe Adapter OA-2 Connecting Cord 60 aQJJIDJ Connecting Cord 300 ~jl.n.lj.IIUil~i~11111...
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Mini stand to prop up the 550EX or 420EX positioned as a remote slave unit. Tripod socket provided at the bottom. Off-Camera Shoe Cord 2 For off-camera flash operation up to 60 em away from the camera. All flash functions can be used. (Not compatible with the EOS MR-14EXlMT-24EX System 1111111111III.
Troubleshooting Guide The MR-14EX's mounting foot is not securely mounted on the camera's hot shoe. Slide the mounting foot all the way into the hot The camera's hot shoe contacts or the MR-14EX's contacts are soiled. Clean the contacts. Batteries have not been installed in the MR-14EX. Install batteries in the MR-14EX.
Specifications Type Closeup photography-dedicated, ring-type flash with two flash tubes, wireless transmissionlreception functions, and E-TTUTTL autoflash control Compatible cameras Type-A EOS cameras (for E-TTL autoflash control) Type-B EOS cameras (for TTL autoflash control) Compatible lenses EF 50mm f/2.5 COMPACT MACRO, EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO USM, EF 1OOmm f/2.8 MACRO, EF 180mm f/3.5L MACRO USM, and MP-E 65mm f/2.81-5x Flash coverage...
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Flash ring:112.8 (W) x 126 (H) x 25.6 (D) mm Cord length:Approx. 25 cm/9.8in Weight .430g/15.1 oz (excluding batteries) • Specifications are based on Canon's testing criteria. • Specifications and the product exterior are subject to change without notice. 30/33:Max. m/0.65 ft - 16.4 ft...
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Guide No. [Normal Flash] Flash Output 14.0/46.2 10.0/33 Guide No. [High-Speed Sync (FP Flash)] Shutter Speed (sec.) 1/125 1/160 Guide No. 7.9/26 7.6/25 Shutter Speed (sec.) 1/800 1/1000 3.9/12.8 Guide No. 3.5/11.5 Shutter Speed (sec.) 1/5000 1/6400 Guide No. 1.5/4.9 1.4/4.6 The above figures apply to both or only one flash tube firing at a manual flash output of 1/1.
In macrophotogra,phy,thecorrectexposuredepends on the subject. To be safe, always bracketyour exposures for each subject ( In this chapter, the features specific only to the MT-24EX are explained. Any features not mentioned here are the same as the MR-14EX's and they are explained on pages 7 to 73 instead.
Nomenclature The nomenclature of the control unit and LCD panel is the same as the MR-14EX's control unit and LCD panel (see p. 7 and 8). Flash Head Assembly (Flash heads Connecting cord Flash head B (~p.26, Flash head mount (~p.77) Reference position index (~p.80)
Attaching the Flash Heads .. The MT-24EX can be attached directly to the front of the following lenses: EF 50mm f/2.5 COMPACT MACRO, EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO USM, EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO, and MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x. It can also be attached to the EF 180mm f/3.5L MACRO USM with the Macro Lite Adapter 72C (Optional).
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Attaching the Flash Heads Attaching the MP-E65mm f/2.8 1-5x's Dedicated Hood Attaching the EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO USM's Dedicated Hood ET-67 Attach the dedicated hood to the MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x's filter screw mount. • The dedicated hood is optional. Attach the mount ring to the macro flash mount on the front of the lens.
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Attaching a Filter f12;5 Wlth the EFSO .. you can attach 52mm to it. Attaching the Flash Heads A 58mm dia. filter (Optional) can be screwed on to the mount ring. GGIv1~~eT MACRO and EF 100mm f/2.8 MACRO lens, filter directly,to the lens and attach the mounting ring...
Flash Head Movements To suit the subject or shooting conditions, the flash heads can be tilted, swung, and rotated within the limits indicated below. The flash head's reference position is set when the mount ring's reference position index is aligned with the flash head mount's index (both flash heads are open at 180°).
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Flash Head Tilt and Swing Movements To tilt or swing the flash head, just grasp it by hand and tilt and swing it as desired. When swinging the flash head inward or outward from the standard position, refer to the angle position scale (15 Rotating the Flash Heads on the Mount Ring Rotating the Mount Ring Be sure to hold down the release button while rotating the mount ring with...
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Flash Head Movements Setting the Flash Head Angle The table below is a general guide to the flash head angle that should be set for the respective· macro lens and magnification. Refer to the angle position scale (15° increments) on the side of the flash head and position both heads at the same angle.The angles specified in the table are inward angles with respect to the flash head's reference position.
F Iash Dislance Ran 9 e ' . . The MT-24EX's effective flash distance range greatly depends on the position and angle of the flash heads. For best results, point the flash heads directly at the subject and use FE lock p.29, 55).
Weight.. 585 g/20.64 oz(lncluding control unit, flash heads, mount ring, and connecting cords. Excludes batteries.) • All specifications are based on Canon's measuring and testing standards. • Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice. rllIJJIJIIJIIIIIJ_IJIIIIJIIIIJDi1rtJ1J'1II1111J 30 deg. outward (15 deg. increments) 30 deg.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions.
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JAPAN - - - CANON SALES CO., INC. 16-6, Kohnan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This Instruction Booklet is current as of August 2001. For information on using this product with cameras introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CT1-1717-004 0904Ni8.0...
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Thls'Umlted International Warranty is only effective upon presentation of the warranty card and proof of purchase. Thi$ Canon equipment is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase and is limited to repair, adjustment andlor replacement of dalectlveparts.
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Votre appareil Canon pourra etre repare dans un des centres de service apres-vente agrees indiques dans la liste ci-dessous. II sera repare sous garantie contre presentation du Certificat de Garantie (avec la marque EB du Systeme de Garantie Internationale Canon) dans les centres de service apres-vente indiques par la marque EEl dans les pays ou regions autres que celui ou Ie produit a ete achete.