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Canon PowerShot Pro 90 IS Software Starter Manual

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CDI-E010-000
0900CH21.3
© 2000 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
Please start by reading the Precaution on the reverse side of this cover.
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer CDI-E010-000 0900CH21.3 © 2000 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN Please start by reading the Precaution on the reverse side of this cover. ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon Inc. reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read this First ... 4 Quick Start ... 8 Components Guide ... 10 Front View ... 10 Back View ... 11 Controls ... 12 Main Dial / Mode Dial ... 13 Display Panel ... 15 Viewfinder / LCD Monitor ... 16 Preparing the Camera ...
  • Page 4 Black and White Mode ... 48 Stitch Assist Mode ... 49 Movie Mode ... 52 Self-Timer ... 53 Continuous Mode ... 54 Digital Zoom ... 55 Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects ... 56 Changing the Resolution and Compression ... 56 Changing the File Format ...
  • Page 5 List of Messages ... 127 Specifications ... 129 Index ... 134 Canon Customer Support ... 137 Icon Conventions in the Text This mark denotes topics about issues that may affect shooting. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.

  • Page 6: Read This First

    Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including CompactFlash™...
  • Page 7 Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
  • Page 8 • Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire. • Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

  • Page 9: Preventing Malfunctions

    • The camera terminal of the supplied compact power cord is designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. • Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter lens or close-up lens.

  • Page 10: Quick Start

    Quick Start Battery Lock Terminals Orange Indicator Quick Start Install the battery. Open the battery cover and insert the battery pack while pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (p. 19). Charge the battery. Confirm that the main dial is turned to Charge the battery.

  • Page 11: View The Recorded Image

    To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image 1. Press the button while the image is displayed. 2. Press the arrow on the omni selector to select [OK]. 3. Press the Set button. Turn the mode dial (upper dial) to the desired shooting mode. The easiest way to snap an image is to select the mode (p.

  • Page 12: Components Guide

    Components Guide Front View Shutter Button (p. 36) Remote Sensor (p. 107) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 53) Microphone Lens Lens Accessory Mounting Thread (p. 111) Zoom Ring (p. 43) * To connect the camera to the computer with the USB interface, attach the supplied USB cable to the camera’s Digital terminal.

  • Page 13: Back View

    Back View Viewfinder (pp. 16, 41) Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 41) Strap Eyelet (p. 29) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 27) Battery Cover (p. 19) Tripod Socket Components Guide...

  • Page 14: Controls

    Controls LCD Monitor (pp. 16, 34) (AE Lock) / (FE Lock) Button (pp. 71, 72) (Exposure) / (White Balance) / (AEB) / (Flash Exposure Compensation) Button (pp. 65, 66, 69, 70) Indicators The indicator shines or flashes under the following circumstances or when the shutter button is pressed.

  • Page 15: Main Dial / Mode Dial

    Main Dial / Mode Dial Main Dial Use the main dial to switch between the power off, shooting, replaying and PC connection modes. : Off (p. 31) : Shooting (p. 33) • The (PC connection) mode is used to download and view images on a computer when the camera is connected via the interface cable.

  • Page 16: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial The mode dial is for selecting a shooting mode (when the main dial is set to (shooting).) • : Auto (p. 40) The camera automatically selects all settings. • Image Zone Select a mode to match your subject type then let the camera select the settings.

  • Page 17: Display Panel

    Display Panel The display panel shows the camera settings, the remaining image capacity, movie shooting time, battery charge and other information. • The diagram above shows all the icons appearing at once. Normally, only the icons applicable to the selected mode and camera state appear. AE Lock / FE Lock Shutter Speed / Movie Shooting Time Aperture Setting...

  • Page 18: Viewfinder / Lcd Monitor

    Viewfinder / LCD Monitor The viewfinder or LCD monitor can be used to see and compose the actual image as it will be recorded. Switching between Displays In shooting mode, the display can be switched between the viewfinder and the LCD monitor.
  • Page 19 Replaying • Pressing the Display button switches the information view mode. Single Replay: Simple Display Index View: Simple Display Information Displayed in the Viewfinder / LCD Monitor The viewfinder and LCD monitor display information in the shooting or replaying mode, such as the camera settings, remaining image capacity and shooting date/ time.
  • Page 20 Replaying File Number Image Number Shooting Date / Time and Total Aperture Setting Shutter Speed ISO Speed Setting The following information may also appear with some image files. Audio file is attached (wav file). An audio file other than a wav file or a file with an unrecognized format is attached. A JPEG file not supported by “Design rule for Camera File system”...

  • Page 21: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time and subsequently when the low battery icon ( Battery Lock Terminals Connect to an Electrical Outlet . .. Orange Indicator ) and Lb ( Turn the main dial to Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow and lift to open...
  • Page 22 90% (adequate charge for use). It takes approximately two more hours to charge it fully (based on standard Canon testing criteria). Charge it within a temperature range of 5 to 40º C (41 to 104º F).

  • Page 23: Installing The Battery Pack

    Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack BP-511 (supplied) into the camera as follows. Use a household power source to power the camera for extended periods (p. 23). Battery Lock Terminals To Remove the Battery Pack • Charge the battery pack before using it the first time (p. 19). •...

  • Page 24: Battery Status Symbols

    Battery Status Symbols • The following icons indicate the battery status. These icons will not appear while the camera is plugged into a household power source. (Steady): Sufficient battery charge (Flashing): Low battery (Flashing): Replace or recharge battery Battery Performance Battery Pack BP-511 (fully charged) •...

  • Page 25: Using A Household Power Source

    Using a Household Power Source You are advised to use a household power source for long periods of use and for connecting to a computer. Connect to an Electrical Outlet . .. Compact Power Adapter CA-560 • Always turn the camera’s power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.

  • Page 26: Using A Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit (Optional)

    Using a Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit (Optional) Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 (optional) can be used to charge battery packs or to power the camera from a car’s cigarette lighter socket. You can also charge a battery pack from a household power source without using the camera by connecting Compact Power Adapter CA-560 (supplied with the camera) to Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560.
  • Page 27 Charging the Battery Pack To a Car’s Cigarette Lighter Socket Indicator Attach the car battery cable to the charge adapter. With the engine running, plug the car battery cable into the cigarette lighter socket. Attach the battery pack. • Align the battery pack with the charge adapter and slide it in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 28 Charging with the Compact Power Adapter Battery packs can also be charged in the charge adapter using a household power source by attaching Compact Power Adapter CA-560 in place of the car battery cable. This allows you to use the camera while your other battery packs are charging.

  • Page 29: Installing A Cf Card

    • For movies, time figures are displayed as if the movies were shot continuously. A movie file, however, has a maximum length of approximately 30 seconds. • These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual totals may vary according to the subject, shooting conditions and shooting mode.
  • Page 30 • When the camera’s indicator flashes green, the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the card. Do not perform the following, for image data may be lost or corrupted: • Do not apply shocks or vibrations to the camera. •...

  • Page 31: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap • Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items when suspending it from the strap. Attaching the Lens Cap Pass the tip of the strap through the inside slots in the fastener after passing it through the camera eyelet.

  • Page 32: Using The Semi-Hard Case (Optional)

    Using the Semi-Hard Case (Optional) The semi-hard case protects the camera from shocks and dirt. Attach it with the following procedures. Case Holder • The pocket at the back of the semi-hard case can conveniently be used to store CF cards, the wireless controller or the lens cap.

  • Page 33: Basic Functions

    Basic Functions Turning the Power On / Off Example of the main dial turned to (Shooting). • Pressing the shutter button halfway will restore power when the camera shuts down with the power save function. Power Save Function The camera is equipped with a power save function. Shooting Mode: Replaying Mode: PC Connection Mode: displays a warning message on the computer screen...

  • Page 34: Setting The Date / Time

    Setting the Date / Time (Rec.) Menu. • If the Set Date/Time menu appears when the camera is turned on, it means that the date battery (button battery) charge is low and that the settings have been lost. Reset the date and time after you replace the button battery (p. 121). •...

  • Page 35: Switching Between Shooting And Replaying

    Switching between Shooting and Replaying Shooting • Turn the main dial to Replaying • Open the LCD monitor and turn the main dial Basic Functions...

  • Page 36: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used in the following ways for shooting, replaying or adjusting menu settings. • Be careful not to let the AV cable or interface cable touch the LCD monitor. • If the LCD monitor is difficult to see because of the surrounding light conditions, you can adjust the LCD Brightness setting in the Set up menu or switch from the LCD monitor to the viewfinder to shoot (p.

  • Page 37: Camera Body

    The LCD monitor can also be positioned as below. Open the LCD monitor left 180 degrees and tilt it 180 degrees toward the lens. • In this position, icons and messages do not appear on the LCD monitor. • The image shown on the LCD monitor is automatically flipped and reversed so that it appears correctly from in front of the lens.

  • Page 38: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. • Images are first saved into the camera’s internal memory before being recorded onto the CF card, allowing the next images to be taken immediately as long as sufficient space is available in the internal memory. •...

  • Page 39: Using The Image Stabilizer Function

    Using the Image Stabilizer Function The image stabilizer function can be used to reduce the effects of camera shake when you are shooting a distant subject at full zoom or shooting in low light. The default setting for this function is On. To Shoot with the Image Stabilizer Function Off To Shoot with the Image Stabilizer Function On Image Stabilizer Icon...

  • Page 40: Selecting Menus And Settings

    Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting, replaying, and camera settings. Watch the LCD monitor or viewfinder while performing the following procedures. Basic Functions Press the Menu button. • In mode, the [ mode, the [ Press the selector to switch between menu tabs.

  • Page 41: Menu Settings And Factory Defaults

    Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options for each menu and the default settings. Menu Item Resolution Compression File Format ISO Speed Digital Zoom Rec. Menu Review (Red) File No. Reset Contrast Sharpness Saturation Single Erase Erase all Protect Play Menu Rotate...

  • Page 42: Shooting - Letting The Camera Select Settings

    Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Auto Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. • You can change the following settings. - Resolution: Large* / Medium / Small - Compression: Superfine / Fine* / Normal - Flash: Red-Eye Reduction Auto* / Auto / Off...
  • Page 43 • When composing an image, be sure to aim the autofocus brackets in the center of the LCD monitor or viewfinder right at your subject. • Use the diopter adjustment dial to adjust the viewfinder so that the information it displays is in focus.

  • Page 44: Checking An Image Right After Shooting

    Checking an Image Right after Shooting Checking the Image The image will show in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting even if the shutter button is released. You can also view the image with the following procedures. Keeping the Shutter Button Pressed The image will continue to display in the LCD monitor or viewfinder as long as the shutter button is kept fully depressed after shooting.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Zoom (Focal Length)

    Adjusting the Zoom (Focal Length) Focal length can be adjusted from 7 to 70 mm (equivalent to 37 to 370 mm in 35 mm film format). • The digital zoom combines the optical zoom with a digital teleconverter function. The resolution is coarser than with pure optical magnification. Telephoto / Wide Angle •...

  • Page 46: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-In Flash Use the built-in flash according to the guidelines below. (Auto)* (Red-eye reduction, Auto) (Red-eye reduction, Flash on) (Flash on) (Flash off) * No icon appears in the display panel in Auto mode. Built-in Flash Settings The flash cannot be used with some shooting modes. (Auto) (Red-eye reduction, Auto)
  • Page 47 • The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/250 second if a faster speed is selected. • The flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to charge in some cases. Actual times will vary according to usage and the battery charge.

  • Page 48: Pan Focus Mode

    Pan Focus Mode This mode fixes the focus so that an image can be taken quickly when the shutter button is pressed. Use this mode when you do not want to miss a shot, but you cannot predetermine the subject’s position or focal distance. The focal length is preset to the maximum wide angle setting.

  • Page 49: Landscape Mode

    Landscape Mode Use this mode to shoot expansive landscape scenes. • The AE lock, FE lock, metering method, file format (RAW), and image adjustment (ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation) settings cannot be adjusted in this mode. • Since a slow shutter speed is often selected in (camera shake warning) icon appears in the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

  • Page 50: Black And White Mode

    Black and White Mode This mode is effective for shooting text or producing images with a nostalgic feel to them. • The white balance, AEB mode, AE lock, FE Lock, metering method, file format (RAW), and image adjustment (ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation) settings cannot be adjusted in this mode.

  • Page 51: Stitch Assist Mode

    Stitch Assist Mode Use this mode to shoot series of overlapping frames for merging into a large image on the computer. Horizontal 2 x 2 • Please use the supplied PhotoStitch program to merge the images on a computer. Framing a Subject PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them.
  • Page 52 • Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment to within 10% of the image height. • Do not include moving items in the overlap. • Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items. Objects may appear warped or doubled up.
  • Page 53 Sequence Sequence • The digital zoom, flash (auto / red-eye reduction, auto / red-eye reduction, flash on), continuous mode, AEB mode, AE lock, FE Lock, metering method, file format (RAW), and image adjustment (ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation) settings cannot be adjusted in this mode. •...

  • Page 54: Movie Mode

    • There is no shutter sound in movie mode. • QuickTime 3.0 or higher is required to replay movie files (AVI / Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime 4.1 is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Turn the mode dial to Press the shutter button all the way.

  • Page 55: Self-Timer

    Self-Timer You can take pictures with the self-timer in any shooting mode. • Turning the camera off cancels the setting. Press the • Press the icon in the display panel. The icon will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on.

  • Page 56: Continuous Mode

    Large / Fine. Release the shutter button to stop shooting. This figure reflects standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • The shooting procedures are the same as those described in steps 6-8 in the Quick Start section (p.

  • Page 57: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Images can be digitally zoomed by a factor of 2 or 4 with the digital teleconverter function. Zoom Setting • This mode cannot be selected in the file format. • The digital zoom combines the image captured by the optical zoom lens with a digital teleconverter function.

  • Page 58: Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects

    Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects The various camera settings, such as the resolution, compression, shutter speed, and aperture value, can be freely selected to shoot images. • After you have changed the settings, the shooting procedures are the same as those described in steps 6-8 in the Quick Start section (p.
  • Page 59 (640 x 480) (1856 x 1392) • This figure reflects standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Please see the list of CF cards and their approximate capacities (p. 27).

  • Page 60: Changing The File Format

    * The supplied driver software is required to open or adjust RAW images on a computer. Please see the separate Software Starter Guide. ** As measured by standard Canon test conditions. • This format can only be selected in ,...

  • Page 61: Program Ae

    Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture settings to match the brightness of the scene. • If an incorrect exposure will result, the shutter speed and aperture settings blink in the display panel and show in red in the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

  • Page 62: Setting The Shutter Speed

    Setting the Shutter Speed When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects an aperture setting to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject while slower speeds create a flowing effect.
  • Page 63 • At a shutter speed of 1/1000 second, the aperture presets to a value between F4.0 and F8.0. Shutter Speed Display The shutter speeds from 1000 to 4 in the display are actually the denominator of a fraction of a second. For example, 160 indicates a speed of 1/160 second. For slower speeds, quote marks indicate the decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second and 2"...

  • Page 64: Setting The Aperture

    Setting the Aperture When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus.
  • Page 65 Aperture Setting Display The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture. F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 The display of aperture settings differs between the display panel and LCD monitor or viewfinder. Aperture Value F2.8 Display Panel LCD Monitor/Viewfinder F2.8 F4.5 F5.0 F5.6...

  • Page 66: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. This is convenient for shooting fireworks and other images for which it is difficult to set the correct exposure automatically. •...

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. • This setting cannot be adjusted in the can only be adjusted for the first image. •...

  • Page 68: Setting The White Balance

    Setting the White Balance When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera can reproduce colors more accurately. Set the white balance mode to a natural or artificial light setting according to the circumstances. (Auto) Settings are automatically set by the camera For recording outdoors on a bright day (Daylight)

  • Page 69: Setting A Custom White Balance

    Setting a Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate a subject such as a white piece of paper or white cloth. Press the •...
  • Page 70 • To set and use a custom white balance setting, it is advisable to select the shooting mode and set the exposure compensation and flash exposure compensation to zero ( 0). The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect (image is completely black or white).

  • Page 71: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Mode)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3EV steps within the range of -2EV to +2EV of the standard exposure setting.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Flash Output (Flash Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting the Flash Output (Flash Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the flash output for flash photography. • This setting cannot be adjusted in the mode, it can only be adjusted for the first image. • The selected shooting mode will determine whether or not the flash exposure compensation setting is cancelled when the camera is turned off (p.

  • Page 73: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. AE Lock Icon • This setting can only be selected in the , •...

  • Page 74: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)

    Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set for a particular portion of your subject. • This setting can only be selected in the , • The FE Lock only functions with the built-in flash or an externally mounted EX-series Speedlite (p.

  • Page 75: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Switching between Metering Modes Center-weighted averaging is the default metering mode. This can be switched to spot metering. The average value from the entire image area is combined with the value measured at the Center-Weighted center of the LCD monitor or viewfinder. Averaging The area within the frame at the center of the LCD monitor or viewfinder is metered.

  • Page 76: Shooting Problem Subjects For The Autofocus

    Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subject. - Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings - Subjects mixing close and far objects - Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition - Subjects that are moving quickly To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an object at a similar distance, lock the focus and recompose the image with the desired subject, or use the manual focus.

  • Page 77: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image. • Method 2 is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to recompose the image. Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. MF Indicator Press and hold the MF button and press arrow on the omni...
  • Page 78 • This setting cannot be adjusted in the • You can magnify an image afterward to check that it was shot in focus (p. 81). Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects Shoot the image. • When metering is complete, a yellow in the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

  • Page 79: Manually Setting Image Characteristics

    Manually Setting Image Characteristics The ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation settings can be adjusted for shooting. • This setting can only be selected in the , the ISO speed cannot be set to AUTO. • The setting is not cancelled when the camera is turned off. In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select one of the above items.

  • Page 80: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number You can select the way file numbers are assigned. File number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new CF card is inserted. New images recorded on CF cards with existing files are assigned the next available number. The file number of the last image to be shot is memorized so that images recorded to a new CF card start from the next number.

  • Page 81: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode This chart shows the functions available in each shooting mode. Auto (No Icon) Red-Eye Reduction, Auto Flash Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On Single Shot Drive Mode Continuous Self-Timer Exposure Compensation White Balance AEB Mode Flash Exposure Compensation AE Lock / FE Lock Metering Mode (Spot Metering) Manual Focus...

  • Page 82: Replaying

    Replaying Viewing Images Singly (Single Image Replay) You can view the recorded images in the LCD monitor. • Press the Display button to show the shooting data for the displayed image (p. 17). • Press the button to quickly delete the displayed image (p. 9). •...

  • Page 83: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images In single image replay, the displayed image can be shown magnified by an approximate factor of 2.5 or 5. Magnified Approximate approximately position 2.5 times Magnified Approximate approximately position 5 times • Movie frames cannot be magnified with this function. Turn the main dial to Press the button.

  • Page 84: Viewing Nine Images At A Time (Index View)

    Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index View) Up to nine images can be viewed at once in Index View. Movie Frame Selected Image • Press the Display button to show the data for the displayed image (p. 17). • The viewfinder cannot be used to replay images. Replaying Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 85: Jumping Between Images

    Jumping between Images You can jump between images in single or index view. Jump Bar Jump Bar Turn the main dial to either single or index view. Press the Jump button. • The jump bar will display. The displayed image(s) will change. Single Replay •...

  • Page 86: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies You can replay the images shot in • Movie images recorded on other cameras may not replay correctly. The “Unidentified image” message will display. • The volume at which movies replay can be adjusted in the Play menu (p. 103). •...

  • Page 87: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated 90º and 270º clockwise in the LCD monitor. Original • Movie images cannot be rotated. • When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images. 90º...

  • Page 88: Automated Playback (Slide Show)

    Automated Playback (Slide Show) Starting a Slide Show All images, or a selection of images, can be displayed one-by-one in an automated slide show. All Images Plays all the images on the CF card in order Slide Show 1 - 3 Plays the images selected for each show in order (p.
  • Page 89 • Movie images play for the length of time that they were recorded regardless of the time set in the slide show settings. • The power save function is disabled while a slide show plays on the camera (p. 31). Press the Menu button.

  • Page 90: Selecting Images For Slide Shows

    Selecting Images for Slide Shows You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3. Up to 100 images may be marked per slide show. Images display in the order of their selection. Replaying Display the slide show menu. Press the selector to select [Program].

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings

    Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings You can change the play time for all the images in a show and have the show repeat itself continuously. Sets the duration that each image in a slide show is displayed. The options are any one of 3-10 Play Time seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual.

  • Page 92: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure. • Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all its data, including protected images and other types of data. Please check the contents of a CF card before formatting it. Replaying In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Protect]...

  • Page 93: Erasing

    Erasing Erasing Images Singly • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Images can be quickly deleted while they are displayed by pressing the (p. 9). • Protected images cannot be erased with the erase function (p. 90). In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Single Erase] and press the Set button.

  • Page 94: Erasing All Images

    Erasing All Images • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with the erase function (p. 90). Erasing In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Erase all] and press the Set button.

  • Page 95: Formatting A Cf Card

    Please check the contents of a CF card before formatting it. • When a non-Canon brand CF card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • CF cards formatted in another camera, computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly.

  • Page 96: Print Settings (Dpof Settings)

    Print Settings (DPOF Settings) Images on a CF card can be individually selected for printing in a specified number of copies. You can also select the print type and whether or not to print the date and file number. These settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards so that images can be printed on DPOF-compliant digital printers or at participating photo labs.
  • Page 97 Number of Copies Select images for printing. Single Images • When the print type (p. 97) is set to [Standard] or [Both], press the omni selector to select an image and the arrow to mark it for printing. You can set the number of copies (up to 99) to be printed at the same time.
  • Page 98 • Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date. • A maximum of 998 images can be marked per CF card. • When [Both] is selected, the number of copies can be set, but applies to standard prints only.

  • Page 99: Setting The Print Style

    Setting the Print Style The following print settings can be selected. Standard Print Type Index Both Date File No. Prints one image per page Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format Prints the images in both the standard and index formats Adds the date to the print Adds the file number to the print Display the Print Order menu.
  • Page 100 • The [Date] and [File No.] options cannot both be set to [On] when the print type is set to [index]. • The date prints as the date and time in the format specified in the Set Date/Time menu (p. 32). Print Settings (DPOF Settings) File No.

  • Page 101: Resetting The Print Settings

    Resetting the Print Settings The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type is reset to [Standard] and the date and file number options are set to [Off]. Display the Print Order menu. Press the selector to select [Reset] and press the Set button.

  • Page 102: List Of Menu Options

    List of Menu Options The chart below lists menu items and settings. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38) to learn how to select a setting. Rec. Menu * Some items may not appear in certain shooting modes (p. 79). Item Menu Screen Resolution...
  • Page 103 Item Menu Screen Review File No. Reset Contrast Sharpness Saturation Settings Content Sets the duration images display in the LCD monitor or viewfinder after the shutter button is released. • Off • 2 sec. • 10 sec. Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new CF cards are inserted.

  • Page 104: Play Menu

    Play Menu Item Single Erase... Erase all... Protect... Rotate... Slide Show... Print Order... List of Menu Options Menu Screen Erases images one-by-one (excluding protected images). While displayed images can also be quickly deleted by pressing the Erases all images from a CF card (excluding protected images).

  • Page 105: Set Up Menu

    Set up Menu Item Beep LCD Brightness Shutter Volume (Shooting) Playback Vol. (Replay) Auto Power Down Menu Screen Sets whether or not the beep sounds when the shutter button is pressed halfway or when a menu operation is performed. • On •...
  • Page 106 Item Date/Time... Format... Language... Video System List of Menu Options Menu Screen Sets the date, time and date format. Formats (initializes) a CF card. Sets the language used in the menus and messages in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. The menu may appear differently in some regions.

  • Page 107: Shooting / Replaying With A Tv Monitor

    Shooting / Replaying with a TV Monitor A video-compatible television connected via the supplied AV cable AVC-DC100 can be used to view images as you shoot or replay them. To the Yellow Video In Jack Plug Black To the Plug Audio In Jack •...

  • Page 108: Using The Wireless Controller

    Using the Wireless Controller Installing the Battery Install the button battery (CR2025) into Wireless Controller WL-DC100 before use. • Be particularly careful to keep the button batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage the stomach or intestinal wall.

  • Page 109: Shooting / Replaying

    Shooting / Replaying Remote Sensor Transmitter Shooting Press the button on the camera until the panel, then shoot with the wireless controller. Replaying icon appears in the display panel. • Display the previous image • Replay the movie images • Display the next image •...

  • Page 110: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Optional)

    The camera’s auto exposure function will operate with a Canon Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX or 550EX. Non-Canon brand flashes may not fire. Please check the manual for your flash. (Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX and 550EX cannot be performed when mounted on this camera.
  • Page 111 • Please note that proprietary high-voltage flashes with multi contacts or flash accessories made by other manufacturers may cause a camera malfunction. • A Canon Speedlite 480EG cannot be used with this camera because the flash will not fire when mounted.

  • Page 112: Using A Lens (Optional) / Lens Hood (Optional)

    Using a Lens (Optional) / Lens Hood (Optional) The separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58, Close-up Lens 500D (58 mm) and Lens Hood LH-DC58 can be fitted on the lens thread and used to shoot images. • Ensure that the wide converter and close-up lens are firmly screwed onto the lens thread.

  • Page 113: Attaching A Lens / Lens Hood

    • Do not use the flash when the close-up lens is attached to the camera. The image will be improperly recorded and the flash will not adjust its output correctly. • Use the close-up lens with the focal length set to the maximum telephoto setting. Lens Hood LH-DC58 Attaching a Lens / Lens Hood Wide Converter WC-DC58...

  • Page 114: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Directly from a CF Card If you are using a notebook computer or a PC card reader, you can download directly from a CF card placed into the separately sold PC card adapter (PCMCIA adapter).

  • Page 115: Downloading Images

    Downloading Images Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for downloading instructions. Double-click the disk drive icon of the drive to which the CF card is connected. Copy the photographed images to the desired folder on the hard disk. • The images are contained in the [XXXCANON] folder inside the [DCIM] folder on the CF card.
  • Page 116 About File Names DCIM XXXCANON CANONMSC A folder created when DPOF settings are set. Contains the files controlling the DPOF setting contents. MISC * These files contain thumbnail images for the index display. • A number will appear in place of each “X” in the file names. •...

  • Page 117: Using The Supplied Interface Cables

    Using the Supplied Interface Cables Supported Operating Systems Windows Macintosh Computer The supplied interface cables can be used to connect the camera to a computer to download the images. First install the supplied software and then connect to the computer using one of the methods below. Please see the separate Software Starter Guide to learn how to install the software and download the images.
  • Page 118 CF Card Reader or PC Card Slot (p. 112) • Windows and Macintosh Computers If you have a CF card reader or a notebook PC with a PC card slot (optional PC card adapter required), or a PC card reader (optional PC card adapter required), you can connect directly to the CF card.
  • Page 119 Connecting via a USB Port • On Windows systems, the USB interface can only be used with the USB ports on systems purchased with Windows 98/Me/2000 preinstalled or on Windows Me systems upgraded from preinstalled Windows 98 systems. The USB ports on systems upgraded from Windows 3.1/95 to Windows 98/Me/2000 may not operate correctly.
  • Page 120 Connect the supplied USB cable to the computer’s USB port and the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. • There is no need to shut off the camera or computer power when using the USB cable. • Please consult the manual for the computer for the position of its USB ports. Turn the camera’s main dial to •...

  • Page 121: Connect The Camera To The Computer

    Connecting via a Serial Port Turn the computer’s power off and turn the camera’s main dial to Connect the camera to the computer. Windows • Attach interface cable IFC-200PCS (optional) to the computer’s serial port and the camera’s Digital terminal. •...
  • Page 122 Turn on the computer. Turn the camera’s main dial to • Always press the PUSH button on the connector to detach the cable from the camera’s Digital terminal. Please consult the separate Software Starter Guide for the remaining downloading procedures. Downloading Images to a Computer PUSH Button...

  • Page 123: Appendices

    Appendices Replacing the Button Battery If the Set Date/Time menu appears when you turn on the camera power, the button battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please replace the battery with a generic CR2025 lithium button battery with the following procedures. The button battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased.
  • Page 124 Negative Terminal (-) If you should dispose of your camera, first remove the button battery for recycling according to the recycling system of your country. Appendices Place a fresh battery into the holder with the negative (-) terminal facing Replace the holder in the camera and close the CF card slot cover.

  • Page 125: Camera Care And Maintenance

    • Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk (see the back of this guide).

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    • Format CF card. See Formatting a CF card (p. 93) • If reformatting doesn't work, the CF card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Replace the battery pack with a new one.
  • Page 127 Problem Cause Battery pack Main dial is not turned to will not charge Battery life exceeded Poor contact between camera and compact power adapter Image is Camera moved blurred, out of focus, or not as expected Subject out of focal range Insufficient light for Subject is too dark...

  • Page 128: List Of Error / Message Codes

    List of Error / Message Codes The following error and message codes may appear on the display panel. Error Codes The camera has experienced a problem. Turn the main dial to (xx: number) a second, and then try shooting or replaying. If the error code appears repeatedly, there is a problem.

  • Page 129: List Of Messages

    List of Messages The following messages may appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. Busy... No CF card: Cannot record!: CF card error!: CF card full: Naming error!: Change the battery pack: No image: Image too large: Incompatible JPEG format: You attempted to replay an incompatible JPEG file. Corrupted data: RAW: Cannot magnify!:...
  • Page 130 Unidentified Image Protected!: Too many marks: Cannot mark image: Cannot complete!: Cannot edit: Appendices You attempted to replay an image that was recorded in a special format (proprietary format used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.). You attempted to erase a protected image. Too many images have been marked for printing or for inclusion in a slide show.

  • Page 131: Specifications

    1 m – 3.4 m (3.3 – 11.2 ft.) (T) (At ISO 100 equivalent) Sync-terminals at accessory shoe Use of following external flashes is recommended: Canon Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX and 550EX 2.0EV (in 1/3-stop increments) (W): wide angle (T): telephoto Appendices...
  • Page 132 Shooting modes: Self-timer: Wireless Control: PC-connected shooting: Continuous shooting: Viewfinder: LCD monitor: Storage media: File format: Image recording format: JPEG compression mode: Number of recording pixels: Playback modes: Interface: Power source: Operating Temperatures: Operating Humidity: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight: Appendices Auto...
  • Page 133 Type: Nominal voltage: Nominal amperage: Charge cycles: Operating temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: Compact Power Adapter CA-560 Input voltage: Rated output: Operating temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: Wireless Controller WL-DC100 Power supply: Operating temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: Card slot type: Dimensions: Weight: Battery Pack BP-511 Rechargeable lithium ion cell 7.4 V 1100 mAh...
  • Page 134 Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 (Optional) • Charge Adapter CG-560 Input voltage: Input current: Nominal output: Operating temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: • Car Battery Cable CB-560 Supported vehicles: Fuse: Length: Weight: Appendices DC 9.5 V DC 2.5 A 2.7 A (DC 9.5V when charging the battery pack) DC 8.4 V 1.6 A 0 - 40º...
  • Page 135 Weight: Lens Hood LH-DC58 (Optional) Filter diameter: Dimensions: Weight: • All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. Approx. 0.8x 3 groups 3 pieces 40 mm - (1.6 in - ) (when attached to a PowerShot Pro90 IS at maximum wide...

  • Page 136: Index

    Index AEB Mode AE Lock Aperture-Priority AE ( Aperture Settings Auto Mode ( Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) Autofocus Difficult Subjects Auto Replay (Slide Show) A/V Out Terminal 10, 105 Battery Check Icon Battery Pack Charging Handling Precautions Installing Performance Beep On/Off Black and White Mode ( ) Brightness...
  • Page 137 Focus Auto Lock Manual Format 93, 104 Hot Shoe 10, 108 Household Power Source Image Characteristics Contrast ISO Speed Saturation Sharpness Image Zone Indicators Information View Interface Cables 115, 116 CF Card Serial 116, 119 115, 117 ISO Speed 77, 100 Jump Landscape Mode ( Language Settings...
  • Page 138 Saturation 77, 101 Self-Timer Semi-Hard Case Serial Port 116, 119 Sharpness 77, 101 Shooting Checking Images Switching from Replay Mode TV Monitor Shooting Mode Functions Available Shutter Shutter Speed Priority AE ( Speed Volume Shutter Button Pressing Halfway Pressing Fully Single Image Replay Slide Show 86, 102...

  • Page 139: Canon Customer Support

    Canon U.S.A., Inc. Canon Customer Care Center Phone (US): 1-800-828-4040 (Available Mon. - Fri., 9 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time) Canon Canada Inc. Phone (Canada): 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) (24 hours/day, 7 days/week) EUROPE Europe, Africa & Middle East Canon Europa N.V.
  • Page 140 No.1 Jalan Kilang Timor, #09-00, Pacific Tech Centre, Singapore 159303 Phone: (65) 799 8888 Fax: (65) 273 3317 Canon Marketing (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Wisma General Lumber, Block D, Peremba Square, Saujana Resort, Section U2, 40150, Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia...

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