Canon 814XL User Manual
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Film Transport Check
To check the film transport, slowly press the
shutter release lever while looking through the
viewfinder. The shutter release lever has two
steps and only the second step will release The
shutter. If the film transport indicator (green
LED) located in the lower left of the viewfinder
lights, then the film is being correctly trans
ported. This check can be performed very easily.
If the film is not being correctly transported,
remove the cartridge and, using your finger,
slightly wind the film clockwise by rotating the
spool to take up slack. Then reload the cartridge.
How to Hold the Camera
Hold the grip in your right hand placing your in
dex finger on the shutter release lever. For ad
ditional safety, put your right hand through the
wrist strap before taking hold of the grip. Your
right elbow should be tight against your body to
avoid blur caused by camera movement. Your
left hand is used to operate the focusing and
zooming, and should be kept on the camera
while shooting. Stand with your feet slightly
apart and keep your upper body firm. When you
wish to pan sideways, turn your upper body
along with the camera. It is very important to