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  • Page 1 CaHOH 7_ow_,-Shot A dBO Camera User Guide ..Make sure you read this guide before using the camera..Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
  • Page 2 Wrist Strap IFC-400PCU AVC-DC300 WS-80O Getting Started DiGiTAL CAMERA Warranty "Canon Customer Solution Disk Card Support" Leaflet After installation, shortcut icons appear on the desktop. If the software installation fails, you can find the manuals in the Readme folder on the Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM.
  • Page 3 Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.
  • Page 4 iii iiil Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ..60 Shoot to match special conditions ....-rake good people shots At the beach (p. 50) (p. 50) (p. 50) (p. 51) (p. 52) (p. 51) (p. 52) Shoot various other scenes Fireworks _quarmm...
  • Page 5 iiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ w,.,Do¥ooW.°,,oDo? ii!i.i Look at my pictures ......Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ..Look at my pictures on a TV ......Quickly search pictures ......86, 87 Erase pictures ........24, 93 Protect pictures from accidental erasure ....Shoot movies ........

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ..2 Returning the Camera to Default Read This First ........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Changing the Tone of a nImage Changing Image Transitions ..90 (My C olors) ........Viewing Images on a TV ....91 Shooting Using aTV Monitor ..O_ Protecting Images ..... _ Shooting Using the Two ,'_ Erasing All Images ...... Second Self-Timer ......
  • Page 8 Before using the c amera, please ensure that you r ead the s afety precautions described below. Always ensure that the c amera isoperated correctly. The s afety precautions noted on the f ollowing pages are i ntended toprevent injuries to yourself and o ther persons, or damage...

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Battery Use only recommended batteries. Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame. Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
  • Page 10 Safety Precautions Do not use the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface, or if it is covered by your fingers or clothing. This may cause the camera to malfunction. Remove and store the batteries when are not using the camera.

  • Page 11: View Movies

    Getting Started This chapter exp,ains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in AUTO mode, and then how to view, erase and print the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images to a computer. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera...
  • Page 12 Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera. Check the card's write-protect tab. If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until you hear a click.

  • Page 13: Inserting The Batteries And Memory Card

    inserting the Batteries and Memory Card c_ose the°over. Close the cover (_ and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (_). Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release The memory card will pop up,...
  • Page 14 The values for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries. Compatible Batteries AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 34, 36). We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above...
  • Page 15 iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ ,°se,,,og,heBatter,esa°dM Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card 128 MB 8 GB 2994 Values are based on the default settings. The number of shots that can be taken wil! vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting Mode (p.
  • Page 16 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..Turn on the camera. Press the power button.

  • Page 17: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Changing Date Time You can change the current date and time settings..Display the menus. Press the MENU button. Select [Date/Time] in the _1' tab. Press the 4 _ buttons to select the _'T tab. Press the Av buttons to select...
  • Page 18 You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages..Set the playback mode. Press the [] button, Display the settings screen. F-T__ iiiiii '-_-J/ii ;_ii_iiiiiiiiiiiii!!ii!i! I!¸¸¸¸ Press and hold the @ button (_, then MENU press the button ;:: set thedisplaylanguage.
  • Page 19 The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take the shot. Press halfway (lightly to the first stop). The camera automatically makes the necessary settings for shooting,...
  • Page 20 The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can take images just by pressing the shutter button. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels. Turn on the camera. Press the power button.

  • Page 21: Aut_ Taking Pictures

    AUTO Taking Pictures Focus. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. When the camera focuses, it will beep twice. Green AF frames appear where subject is in focus. Several AF frames will appear when camera focuses on more than one point. AF Frames shoot.
  • Page 22 AND Taking Pictures i !iiii !Jii !ii ii ii ii ii !! ! ! ! ! ! !iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ..i,, ii!_i_!_!_i_iii_;_ ,_, _ _i_iii ii i i i iii ii i iii ii i ii _! iii !_! _i' !!! !! ! ! ! ! ! !!! !! ! !!! !! ! ! ! !!! !! ! !!! !! ! ! ! !!! !! ! !!!i i! i _i iI i i;...

  • Page 23: Pressing The Shutter Button

    You can view your images on the screen. Select the playback mode. Press the [] button. The last image you took wi[[ appear. : select an image. Pressing the 4 button will cycle through the images in reverse order. Pressing the _ button will cycle through the images...
  • Page 24 You can select and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing image. Select the playback mode. Press the [] button. The last image you took will appear. Select an image to erase. Press the 4_' buttons to select an image.
  • Page 25 You can easily print the images you have taken if you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Items to Prepare Camera and PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer.
  • Page 26 Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers (Sold Separately) By connecting your camera to one of the Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers below, you can print your images without having to use a computer. Compact Photo Printers Inkjet Printers...
  • Page 27 The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. Select the [] mode. MODE Press the button and press the 4)' buttons to select [_. Press the @ button, Shooting Time Compose theshot.

  • Page 28: [] Shooting Movies

    [] Shoot_.g Movies Shoot. Press the shutter button fully. The camera will start shooting the movie, and [0 Rec.] and the elapsed time will appear. Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. If you change the composition of your shot during shooting,...
  • Page 29 You can view your movies on the screen. Select the playback mode. Press the [] button. The last image you shot will appear. _,,m appears on movies. ::: select a movie. Press the '_)' buttons to select a movie to play, then press the @ button.
  • Page 30 USB ports. Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher Windows Vista: I GB or more Windows XP: 512 MB or more Canon Utilities ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more Macintosh The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports.

  • Page 31: Transferring Images To A Computer

    Transferring images to a Computer items to Prepare Camera and computer DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk supplied with the camera (p. 2) Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Preparations ........Windows XP and Mac OS X (v10.4) are used for these explanations..
  • Page 32 _ _ _'_ '_'_'_'_'_" _ -_' WindOWS Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. CameraWindow will appear. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities] _ [CameraWindow] [CameraWindow] _- [CameraWindow].
  • Page 33 Transferring images to a Computer Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when a connection between the camera computer is established. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom the desktop). Transfer images ..............
  • Page 34 S_ upplied wit_ Camera interface Cabte IFC-400PCU Memory Card Wrist Strap WS-800 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk AA-slze Alkaline Batteries (x2) Battery and Charger Kit CBK4 300 3 _Kit ACK800 Battery Charger CB-5AH AA-size NiMH batteries (NB-3AH x4) "1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables.

  • Page 35: Accessories

    ¸iii!i ¸_i_!_!_i_i_ii_!_!i_ii_i;i!_i!_!i_i_i_i_!_ ¸_!_I _i_i!_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_ This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine...
  • Page 36 The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer available. Power Supplies ..............Battery Charger Kit CBK4-300 This kit includes both a dedicated charger unit and four rechargeable size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries.
  • Page 37 Learning More This chapter expJains the parts of the camera and what dispJays the screen, as well as, the basic operating instructions. Conventions Used in this Guide Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons. Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square...

  • Page 38: Indicator

    Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 103) / Red- Microphone (p. 28) Lens Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 103) / Self- Timer Lamp (pp. 57, 71)) _3_ Shutter Button (p. 19) L_ Tripod Socket _.) Power Button (p. 20) @ Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 12) Flash (p.
  • Page 39 To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Saving during Shooting Power The monitor will turn off approximately 1 minute after the camera is last operated. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power will turn off.
  • Page 40 Shooting (information Disp|ay) ® ®®@@@@ ® _# AE Lock, FE Lock _ Exposure Compensation @ AF Frame (p. 21) (pp. 77, 78, 83) (p. 66) @ Macro (p. 61), Infinity @ AF Lock (p. 75) White Balance (p. 68) (p. 63) _ Create Folder (p.

  • Page 41: My Colors

    ii!!!!!!!ii information Displayed on the Screen _ i!i Playback (Detailed Information Display) ii!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! ® ® ® ® ® ® @@ @ (_ Shooting Mode @ Displayed image @ Still Images: Recording L_) Shutter Speed number / Total number Pixels (p. 65) ®...
  • Page 42 information Displayed Screen Display in Dark Conditions during Shooting The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different.
  • Page 43 Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 1 16). Select a shooting mode. MODE ::: Press the button and the ,A.'v" 41I1' buttons to select the desired shooting mode.
  • Page 44 Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting and playback ([_q). The menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 118 - 121 ). Display the menu. MENU Press the button.
  • Page 45 You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. MUting Sounds Display the menu. M ENU t¢,_e _ 0, Press the button..se eot [ Mute]. Press the 4 _ buttons to select the _1' tab. ,,: Press the Av buttons to select [Mute],...

  • Page 46: Settings

    When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera the default settings. Display the menu. Press the MENU button..se_eot [ ResetA,]. Press the _ _ buttons to select the ?T tab. Press the ._v buttons to select [Reset All], then press the Q button.
  • Page 47 Before you use a new memory card or one that has been used 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...

  • Page 48: Changing The Image Displaytime

    Changing Image DisplayTime The supplied memory card has already been formatted. When the [Memory card error] message appears, or when the camera does not work correctly, formatting the memory card may solve the problem. Copy the images from the memory card to a computer or other device before formatting. You can change the length of time the images...

  • Page 49: Conditions

    Shooting in Specia| Conditions and Common|y Used Functions This chapter exp,ains how to shoot in different conditions, as we,, as how to use other common functions, such as the flash and self-timer. When you select a mode for a specific scene the camera will automatically...
  • Page 50 The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you select the matching mode. Select a shooting mode. MODE Press the button. ::: Press the 4)' buttons to select SCN, then use the ,_v buttons to select the type of scene you want to shoot.
  • Page 51 SC_ Shooting in Special Conditions ;,,_Take indoor shots (indoor) Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors. Shoot sunsets (Sunset) Lets you take shots of sunsets in vivid colors. i_i_i Take shots of fireworks (Fireworks) Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors.
  • Page 52 SCN s.ooti.g i. special Condit=o.s _Take shots of foliage (Foliage) Lets you shoot trees and leaves, such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms, in vivid colors. _$"Take shots of people in snow (Snow) Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds.
  • Page 53 You can shoot with the flash turned off..............Press the _ button. :: select®. Press the '_ _ buttons to select _), then press the @ button. _) will appear. Follow the steps above to return the setting to _A.

  • Page 54: Subjects (Digital Zoom)

    You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 13x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom (p. 20) to enlarge. images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p.
  • Page 55 iiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiii_ zoom,°0,°Moroc,oso,yo°Sob zoom i i !!! D Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.4x or 2.3x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom...
  • Page 56 You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 16)..Select the recording pi×els. After pressing the @ button,...
  • Page 57 The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the camera operator. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed..Press the v button. select _i_. Press the Av buttons to select _i_),then press the @ button.
  • Page 59 Se|ecting Settings Yourse|f in this chapter you wiii learn how to use the various functions in p mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that P mode has been selected by pressing MODE button, then the _)' buttons.
  • Page 60 You can select the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. MODE ..Select the mode. After pressing button, press the ..",,-_ buttons to select P, then press the -'_---_ @button. Adjust the settings according your purposes (pp.
  • Page 61 You can make the flash fire every time you shoot. The possible flash range is approximately 30 cm - 3.0 m (12 in. - 9.8 ft.) at maximum wide angle, when the zoom button is pushed toward _], and approximately 30 cm - 2.0 m (12 in.
  • Page 62 You can zoom in and shoot while close to the subject. The possible shooting range is approximately 1 - 10 cm (0.39 - 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens. Using the digital zoom will allow you to zoom in even more and shoot while close to the subject.
  • Page 63 You can shoot landscapes and far away subjects. The focusing range is 3 m (9.8 ft.) and greater from the camera. Select _. After pressing the 41button, press the _ buttons to select _,, then press the @ button. Once set, A_. will appear.
  • Page 64 You can select from six settings. Select the recording pixels. After pressing the @ button, press the A'v- buttons to select L • Select an option. Press the 4 _ buttons to select an option, then press the @ button. The setting you selected will display...

  • Page 65: Changing The Image Quality

    4026 3648 x 2048 2048 8187 The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Approximate Values when Selecting by Paper Size S Suitable for sending...

  • Page 66: Compensation

    You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Select the exposure compensation. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to select Correct the exposure. Press the _ _ buttons to correct exposure, then press the @...
  • Page 67 Select the ISO speed. After pressing the ._ button, press the ._'_ buttons to select the ISO speed, then press the @ button. Once set, the ISO speed will appear. sets{heopiimai s peed for {heslnooting mode and slnooting Auiomaiicaiiy AUTO conditions.
  • Page 68 The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors. Select the white balance. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to select AWB. selecta. optic.. Press the _ _ buttons to select an option, then press the @ button.
  • Page 69 You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. select My colors. After pressing the O button, press the buttons to select _FF • : selectanoption. Press the _ _ buttons to select an option, then press the O...
  • Page 70 You can use a TV to display the camera screen content. Connect the camera to a TV as described in "Viewing Images on a TV" (p. 91). Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera's monitor. You can set the self-timer to a delay of approximately two seconds.
  • Page 71 You can set the time delay (0 - 30 seconds) and the number of shots taken (1 - 10 shots). select __'_. After pressing the v button, press the buttons select __c, then MENU immediately press the button..Select the settings. Press the ._'_ buttons to select [Delay] [Shots].
  • Page 72 While you press and hold the shutter button halfway, the focus and exposure are fixed. You can now recompose and shoot. This is called Focus Lock. Focus. Center the subject you want in focus, and press the shutter button halfway. Confirm that the AF Frame on the subject is green.

  • Page 73: S Shooting Long Exposures

    Getting More Out of Your Camera This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. This chapter assumes that P mode has been selected by pressing MODE button, then the 4_ buttons.
  • Page 74 You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Select [AF Frame]. MENU Press the button, select the O tab, select [AF Frame], then press the 4_ buttons to select an option. Face AiAF Detects...
  • Page 75 Shooting with the AF Lock Center The AF frame is fixed at the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. o Press the MENU button, select the O tab, then select the [AF Frame Size] menu item and [Small] option. o The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p.
  • Page 76 If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus..Select [AF-Point Zoom]. Press the MENU button and select [AF- Point Zoom] on the i_1 tab. Use the ,_ buttons to select [On].
  • Page 77 You can change the metering mode (brightness measuring function) match the shooting conditions..Select the metering mode. After pressing the @ button, press the ,_'_ buttons to select C_3. Select a noption. Press the '_ _ buttons to select an option, then press the @...
  • Page 78 Just as with the AE lock (p. 77), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for "Flash Exposure"..Select $ (p. 61)......C............Lockthee×posure. press the ,_ button while pressing Point the camera toward the subject ...............
  • Page 79 You can automatically correct red eyes in images taken with the flash..Select [Flash Settings]. MENU ": Press the button, select [Flash Settings] from the 0 tab and press button. Adjust the setting. Press the ,Lv buttons to select [Red-Eye Corr.] and press the '4_ buttons to select [On].
  • Page 80 You can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. select MODE After pressing button, press the buttons to select...
  • Page 81 Using Various Functions Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the "[] Shooting Movies" and "Viewing Movies" sections of Chapter ..T his chapter assumes that [] mode has been selected by pressing MODE button, then the 4)' buttons.
  • Page 82 3 min. 1 sec. 46 min. 33 sec. 3 hrs. 6 min. 4 sec. Based on Canon's testing standards. Recording wiii automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.
  • Page 83 In [] mode, you can set the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of _+2. Focus. Press the shutter button halfway to focus..Lock the exposure. Press the .,L button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears.

  • Page 84: Searching Images By Sets Of 9 (Index Display)

    The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Erasing images (p. 24) Searching images by Sets of 9 (index Display) (p. 86) Searching for images Using the Jump Display (p. 87) @ Viewing Slideshows (p.
  • Page 85 Using P|ayback Other Functions The first part of this chapter exp,ains various ways to p,ay back and edit images. The latter part explains how to specify images for printing..Press the F_I button to select the Playback mode before operating camera.
  • Page 86 Displaying 9 images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want..Press the zoom button toward _. Images will display in an index. The selected image will have a green frame and be enlarged. selectanimage. Press the A'_), buttons to select an image,...
  • Page 87 When there are many images on the memory card, you can search them by a specified method or image unit. © Select a jump method. In Single Image Playback, press the ,_ button. The search method and the position of the currently displayed image will appear...
  • Page 88 You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds..S elect [sliaeshow]. MENU ": Press the button and select the [] tab, then select [Slideshow] and press the button. Select a transition effect and start the slideshow.
  • Page 89 You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF frame or the area of a face that was detected to check the focus. Select [Focus Check]. Press the MENU button, select the [] and [Info Disp.]. Press the 4_' buttons to select [Focus...
  • Page 90 Press the zoom button toward 0,. The display will zoom in on the image and will appear. If you continue to hold the zoom button, it will continue to zoom up to a factor of 10x. If you press the ._'v-_ buttons, you can move the location...
  • Page 91 Using the supplied AV cable, you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. items to Prepare Camera and TV AV cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. @ Open the camera's terminal cover and...
  • Page 92 You can protect important images so that they cannot be erased by the camera (pp. 24, 93). Select [Protect]. Press the MENU button, select the [] and [Protect], and then press the @ button. Protect the image. Press the _ _ buttons to select an image, then press the @...
  • Page 93 You can select and erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 92) cannot be erased..select [Eraseall]. Press the MENU button, select the [] and [Erase all], and press the Q button.
  • Page 94 You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. select[Resize]. MENU Press the button and select the [] tab, then select [Resize] and press the @ button. Select an image. _!_!_:_i_ Press the _ buttons to select...
  • Page 95 You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. Select [Red-Eye Correction]. MENU Press the button, select the [] and [Red-Eye Correction], then press the button. The [Red-Eye Correction] screen will appear. Select an image. Press the _ _ buttons to select an image.
  • Page 96 You can select certain images on a memory card for printing (up to 998 images) and specify the number of print copies so they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. You can then print all the selected images at once or take the memory card to a photo developer...

  • Page 97: Selecting Images For Printing (Dpof)

    Selecting images for Printing (DPOF) Selecting Number of Copies ..Select [Select images & Qty.]. MENU Press the button and select the r[_ tab, then select [Select Images & Qty.] and press the @ button. selectan image. Press the _)' buttons to select an image,...
  • Page 98 @ button. All selections will be cleared. Print Added images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide. Number of copies to print ..Connect the camera to the printer (p.
  • Page 99 Customizing Camera You can customize various functions to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
  • Page 100 You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the _'T tab (p. 44). Turning Off the Start-up image You can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera. Select [Start-up Image], then press the 4 I_ buttons to select [Off].
  • Page 101 iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ choog,ogFu°o Changing File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 - 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment.

  • Page 102: Changing Functions

    Changing Functions You can set a day and time for folder creation. Select [Create Folder], then press the @ button. Select [Auto Create], then press the {_ buttons to select an interval. Select [Time], then press the {_, buttons set a time. The new folder will be created on the set day and time.
  • Page 103 MODE You can set functions in the O tab after pressing button using the 4_ buttons to select P (p. 44). Turning off the AF Assist Beam If the camera cannot focus in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, the lamp will automatically...

  • Page 104: Changing Shooting Functions

    Changing Shooting Functions Changing the imago Display Right After Shooting You can change the image display that appears after shooting. Select [Review Info], then press the _ buttons to select an option. Detaiied Dispiays detaiied infon-nation (pl 41)i The area inside the AF frame is Focus Check magnified, allowing you to check the focus.
  • Page 105 You can adjust the settings in the F¢] tab by pressing the [] button (p. 44). ][]I Selecting image that First Displays Playback Select [Resume], then press the < _ buttons to select an option. Last seen Resumes with the image last viewed. Last shot Resumes with the m ost reoentiysho image.
  • Page 107 Useful |.formatio. This chapter introduces date/time battery replacement, how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of available camera functions. The index also appears at the end.
  • Page 108 The life of the date/time battery (back-up battery)is approximately 7 years. the Date/Time settings screen appears every time the camera is turned on, replace the date/time battery with a new one (CR1220)..Turn off the camera. Openthecoverand removethe AA batteries (p. 12). Remove the date/time battery holder.
  • Page 109 If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the batteries. Turn offthe camera. Plugthecord intothecamera. ::: Open the cover and fully insert the adapter plug into the camera. Connect t.e power c ord.
  • Page 110 LCD monitor. Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. When you move the camera...
  • Page 111 If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power pressed power...
  • Page 112 TrouMeshooting Shoot using the focus lock (p. 72). Even when press the shutter button halfway, the frame does not appear, and the camera does not focus. If you center on the light and dark contrasting area of the subject and push the shutter button halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus.
  • Page 113 iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ T roub,os.eo. Shooting movies Correct shooting time does not display, or stops. Format the memory card in the camera, or use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds. Even when the shooting time does not display properly, the video recorded will be the length that it was actually shot (p.
  • Page 114 (p. 48) If this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 20, 49, 59, 73) or edit images (pp.

  • Page 115: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen

    If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check image in playback mode. If this error code reappears, note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
  • Page 116 ISO Speed (p. 67) _a_a_ Flash (pp. 53, 61,78) ii ....iii AE Lock (pp. 77, 83)/FE Lock (p. 78) Information View o ii o iii Function menu iilMetering System (p. 77) _[ ]c.] ii - ii o ii "1 }., when flash fires.

  • Page 117: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function menu O Selectable or setected automatically selectable...
  • Page 118 Sheeting Menu Digital Zoom (p. 54) Digital Tele-Converter (1.4x/2.3x) Disp. Overlay (p. 104) 3:2 Guide/Both "1 AiAF *2 Available when _, is selected.
  • Page 119 Menus O Selectable or selected automatically Not selectable...

  • Page 120: Menus

    Menus _T Set up Menu (_ , ;@,:_,,_'8£_ _ 8_t_ s_@_ ;f 8 _3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' 8_3' _ _,, _ , s_;_,£ttt;@_ };_{((8,_£ _3',_';_,,_, ,_,_,_ ,_,_ _¢:_:_:_:_:_i_ ;f,_';_,,_, ,_ , _,_ ,_8_,_,_ ,_8_ ,_,_...
  • Page 121 iiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiii_ Me°°s i!U Print Menu Print Displays printing screen, p. 25 Select Images & Qty. Selects individual images printing, p. 97 Seiect Aii images Seiects all images for printingl p198 clear All Selections Cancels all settings for printing, p. 98 Print Settings Sets the printing style, p.
  • Page 122 Camera Effective Pixels .... Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor ....1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 10.3 million) Lens ......6.6 (W) -21.6 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 37 (W) - 122 (T) mm f/3.0 (W) - f/5.8 (T) Digital Zoom .....

  • Page 123: Specifications

    92.1 x 62.0 x 31.1 mm (3.63 x 2.44 x 1.22 in.) Weight (camera body only) ... Approx. 140 g (4.94 oz.) All data is based on tests by Canon. The finished product, or exterior may differ from this report.
  • Page 124 Nume[ics 3.5" x 5" size ..........Editing 3:2 Guide ..........Red-Eye Correction ......Resizing (Making Images Smaller) ..94 Rotating Images ........AC Adapter Kit ........36, 109 Enlarged Display ........Accessories ..........Equipment AE Lock ..........77, 83 Default Settings ........

  • Page 125: Index

    index Grid Lines ..........Viewing (Playback) ........ MultiMediaCard _ Memory Cards My Colors ..........High-Power Flash ........Histogram ..........Household Power ........Night Snapshot (Scene Mode) ....Number of Shots ........Image Quality (Compression Ratio) ..64 Images Package Contents _ Accessories Display Time .........

  • Page 126: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Nndex Two Second Self-Timer ......Sepia Tones ..........Shooting Date and Time _ Date/Time Shooting Using a TV ........ Shooting With Macro ........ Shutter Button .......... Slideshow ..........Snow (Scene Mode) ......... Software DIGITAL CAMERA Sotution Disk ..2, 31 Software Starter Guide ......
  • Page 127 MEMO...
  • Page 128 Canon customer service center indicated on the customer support list included with the product. • The above items notwithstanding, Canon accepts no liability for damages due to mistaken operation of the )roducts. CDP-E070-010 © CANON INC. 2009...

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