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Please refer to the complete user guide included
on the CD-ROM for more detailed information.
• Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety
Precautions" section, before using the camera.
• Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera
properly.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.

Getting Started

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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    Getting Started Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information. • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly.

  • Page 2: Checking The Package Contents

    A memory card is not included (p. 11). • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Battery Pack NB-10L Neck Strap NS-DC11 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Battery Charger Lens Cap CB-2LC/CB-2LCE Case for Hot Shoe Cap Warranty Card...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    • Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded 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 memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
  • Page 5 • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.

  • Page 6: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions Used in This Guide • Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera. If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. • Before you discard the battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Checking the Package Contents ... 2 Read This First ... 3 Safety Precautions... 4 Conventions Used in This Guide ... 6 Table of Contents ... 7 Attaching Included Items/Holding the Camera ... 8 Charging the Battery... 9 Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) ...

  • Page 8: Attaching Included Items/Holding The Camera

    Attaching Included Items/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your neck to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Attach the included lens cap cord to the strap. • Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning on the camera. Clip the lens cap to the neck strap when not in use.

  • Page 9: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. CB-2LC CB-2LCE To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.
  • Page 10 This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. •...

  • Page 11: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)

    Using the battery and charger effectively • Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used. Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used. Attach the cover to a charged battery so that the is visible.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Terminals Label What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? If the write-protect tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images.

  • Page 13: Removing The Battery And Memory Card

    Removing the Battery and Memory Card Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots • Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.

  • Page 14: Using The Screen

    Using the Screen Adjusting the Position of the Screen Approx. 180° Approx. 90° Approx. 175° • When the camera is on, opening the screen will turn the screen on and the viewfinder off. Closing the screen so it faces the camera body will turn the screen off and the viewfinder on.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time.

  • Page 16: Changing The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Daylight saving time settings in Step 2 on p. 15 and press the op buttons or turn the 5 If you choose dial to choose , you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings.

  • Page 17: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the m button and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to remove the clock and repeat Step 2.

  • Page 18: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.

  • Page 19: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.

  • Page 20: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

    Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. When the flash fires, the white balance of the main subject and background will be automatically adjusted to obtain the best color (Multi-area White Balance).
  • Page 21 AF Frame What if... • What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as expected? The scene icon (see Camera User Guide) that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene, and you may not obtain the expected results. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (see Camera User Guide).
  • Page 22 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) • What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? A white frame appears on the face or subject that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range.

  • Page 23: Viewing Images

    Choosing the subject to focus on (Tracking AF) After pressing the o button and displaying on the subject you want to focus on. Press and hold the shutter button halfway to display a blue frame where focus and exposure will be maintained (Servo AF). Press the shutter button fully to shoot.

  • Page 24: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.

  • Page 25: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies The camera will determine the subject and shooting conditions, and select the best settings for the scene. The audio will record in stereo. Remaining Time Elapsed Time Microphones Set the camera to A mode and compose the shot. Follow Steps 1 –...

  • Page 26: Shooting Time

    Shooting Movies What if white and gray frames appear when shooting? A white frame appears on the face that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range. Zooming while shooting Moving the zoom lever while shooting will zoom in on or out from the subject.

  • Page 27: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. appears on movies. Choose a movie. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose a movie, then press the m button.

  • Page 28: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing

    You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.

  • Page 29: Installing The Software

    Macintosh Mac OS X v10.5 - v10.6 The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in Computer Model USB ports. Intel Processor (still images) Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher (movies) Mac OS X v10.6: 1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Mac OS X v10.5: 512 MB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies)
  • Page 30 Turn on the camera to open CameraWindow. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. For Windows, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] when it appears on the screen. CameraWindow will appear when a connection is established between the camera and computer.
  • Page 31 For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. Click on the task bar. In the screen that appears, click the Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. Double click • You can transfer images even without using the image transfer function in the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer.
  • Page 32 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 33: Trademark Acknowledgments

    Battery Charger CB-2LCE The adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapter for overseas use. For U.S.A. customers only: For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.
  • Page 34 CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION.
  • Page 35 Camera User Guide Errata (contained on the Solution Disk) • pp. 85, 86, 89, 90, and 91 (Wrong) Screenshot menu item (Correction) [AF Frame Size] is not available in the n. • p. 88 (Wrong) You can also set the AF frame size by pressing the n button to choose [AF Frame Size] in the 4 tab, then the qr buttons to choose an option.
  • Page 36 CDP-E453-020 © CANON INC. 2011...

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