Firmware updates for 1000D version 1.06

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There is a firmware update for EOS 1000D
Firmware Version 1.0.6 incorporates the following changes.

Some cameras may exhibit a phenomenon in which the LCD monitor does not display, the shutter does not release, and the busy indication remains lit in the viewfinder.
The message, "Err 99 Shooting is not possible. Turn the power switch to <OFF> and <ON> again or re-install the battery", appears on the camera's LCD monitor, and after the above operation is carried out, the LCD monitor displays in a language that is different from the actual language setting.
Firmware Version 1.0.6 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.5. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.0.6, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/fir.../firmware.html

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Canon has posted a bug-fixing firmware update for its EOS Rebel XS (1000D) entry-level DSLR. Version 1.0.7 corrects an occasional error in writing to SD cards. The firmware is available for immediate download from Canon's website at the following link:

http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/fir.../firmware.html

Firmware changes

Firmware Version 1.0.7 incorporates the following fixes.

Firmware changes:
Fixes a rare phenomenon in which "Cannot create folder" is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor, after which shooting is no longer possible with the SD card in your camera.
The Version 1.0.7 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.6. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.0.7, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

Before downloading the firmware update, please be sure to read the entire contents of this page.

Precautions

A power failure during the firmware writing operation may disable the camera.

Use a fully charged Battery Pack or dedicated AC Adapter Kit (Optional) ACK-E5 for the firmware update.
Do not shut off the power during the firmware writing operation.
Do not open the SD card slot cover during the firmware writing operation.
Do not press any camera buttons during the firmware writing operation.

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Sabyasachi