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  • Page 1 CaHOH "T>ow_,-Shot A I000 IS Camera User Guide CaHOH I Ill CDI-E386 CDI-E386-010 © CANON INC. 2008 PRINTED IN MALAYSIA...
  • Page 2 Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer and print. Software Starter Guide Read when you want to connect the camera to a computer. Explains how to install and use the software on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. Download ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrower Software Guide (PDF) from:...
  • Page 3 Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ]. Buttons on the camera body are represented by the following icons. button FUNC./SET (Function/Set) button _, button button _V button MENU button DISP. (Display) button : Troubleshooting tips for common problems.
  • Page 4 If there is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it back to the country sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please...
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  • Page 6 Shoot, Leaving It to the Camera to Make Settings.. Just Taking Pictures (Easy mode) ....Shooting Various Scenes ..... 5558 - Take good shots of people _:t _i:g_ _pes (D 57) (#:55} - Take good landscapes - Shoot various other scenes Fireworks L6_ !i_bt (#.SS)
  • Page 7 iiiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ Look at my pictures ......Automatically play back pictures (slide show) .... Look at pictures on a TV ......Quickly search pictures ........ Erase pictures ........25, 101 Protect pictures from accidental erasure ....,,,,:_, Shoot mov,es ......

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions this camera. Chapters 4 - 9 explain the advanced functions letting you learn further as you read them in order. Checking the Package Contents ..2 Formatting Memory Cards ....49 Conventions Used in this Guide ..
  • Page 9 Changing the Composition to Shoot Checking the Focus and People's (Focus Lock) ......Expressions (Focus Check Shooting Using the Viewfinder ..77 Display) ........Shooting Using aTV ....... Viewing Images on a TV ....100 _._ C ustomizing the Self-Timer ..
  • Page 10 Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.

  • Page 11: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Batteries Use only recommended batteries. Do not place batteries near or in direct flame. Do not let batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to batteries. Avoid dropping or subjecting...
  • Page 12 Do not sit in a chair with the camera in your pocket. Doing so may cause malfunction or damage the LCD monitor When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the LCD monitor. If this occurs, it may cause malfunction...
  • Page 13 Getting Started This chapter exp,ains how to prepare for shooting and shooting mode, as well as how to play back, erase and print images. Attaching Wrist Strap/Holding Camera Use the included strap to avoid dropping the camera during use. Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides.
  • Page 14 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 take images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until you hear a dick.

  • Page 15: Inserting The Batteries And Memory Card

    inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Close the cover. Close the cover and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place Removing Memory Card Push the memory card until you hear a click, then release and pull out the card.
  • Page 16 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) (p. 36). We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above...
  • Page 17 inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots That Be Saved in a Memory Card 32 MB isuppiied) 2 GB 8 GB 2994 Values are based on a camera at default settings. The number of shots that can be saved wil! vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.
  • Page 18 The Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the date and time recorded into your images are based on these settings, sure to make them..........................Turn on the camera. !____ Press the power button.

  • Page 19: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Changing Date Time You can change the date and time as needed......... Displaythe menus. Press the _) button. Select [Date/Time] in the 71'tab. ::: Press the 4 _ buttons to select the 71' tab. :: Press the Av buttons to select...
  • Page 20 You can change the language displayed on the screen menus and messages. Setto Playback mode. :: Press the [] button..Display the language menu. Press and hold the @ button (_), then press the Q button (_)....................Set the display language.
  • Page 21 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 focuses and automatically makes necessary settings...
  • Page 22 The camera can automatically make all settings so that you can shoot simply by pressing the shutter button (Auto mode). Turn on the camera, Press the power button. The start-up sound will play, and the start- up image will appear. Pressing the power button again will turn...

  • Page 23: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Shoot. Press the shutter button fully. The camera will play the shutter sound and shoot. The flash will automatically fire in low light conditions. The indicator will blink green while the image is recorded to the memory card. The image will appear on the screen for about two seconds.

  • Page 24: Viewing Images

    You can view the images you have taken on the screen..Setto Piayback mode. :: Press the [] button. The last image you took will appear. Se eot an mage. Pressing the _ button will cycle through the images in the reverse order they were taken.
  • Page 25 You can select and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing image. Setto Playback mode. Press the [] button. The last image you shoot will appear. :;: Select an image to erase. Press the _ _ buttons to select an image...
  • Page 26 You can easily print the images you have taken if you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). items to Prepare ..C amera and PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) ..I nterface cable supplied with the camera (p.

  • Page 27: Printing Images

    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 just like photos without having use a computer. Compact Photo Printers...
  • Page 28 Setting the mode dial to _ (Movie) allows you to shoot movies. Set to Movie mode. Set the mode dial to _m ,, Confirm that [] displays on the screen. Recordable Time Compose the shot of your subject. Moving the zoom lever towards E_-I will zoom in on your subject making...

  • Page 29: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies Press the shutter button fully. The camera will start shooting the movie. Shoot. Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. [® REC.] and the elapsed time will appear on the screen. Do not touch the microphone while shooting.
  • Page 30 You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Set to Playback mode..ii!!i!!i!i:!!_: :¸ Press the [] button. The last image or movie you shot will appear. select amovie. Press the _)' buttons to select a movie, then press the @ button.
  • Page 31 1 024 x 768 pixelslHigh Coior ii6 bit} or better Macintosh Mac os x iv1014 _ v105) The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built- in USB ports. Canon Utilities - ImageBrowser: 300 MB or more - PhotoStitch: 50 MB or more...

  • Page 32: Transferring Images To A Computer

    Transferring images to a Computer Preparations ..install the software. Windows Place theCD-ROM inthecomp.ter's CD-ROM drive. aeg_n _nsta,at_on. Click [Easy Installation], and follow the onscreen instructions to proceed with the installation. Click [Restart] or [Finish]. When you click [Restart], the computer will restart.
  • Page 33 [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]. The Direct Transfer menu appears on the camera's screen, and the r[2_...
  • Page 34 Transferring images to a Computer Macintosh CameraWindow will appear. If it does not appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop). The Direct Transfer menu appears on the camera's screen, and the r_ button will light blue.
  • Page 35 Transferring images to a Computer Transferring images with Camera ..Select [New images]. Press the A'v" buttons to select [New Images]. If the screen on the left is not showing, press the Q button. Transfer images...._.__ ......!!;i!_i!iiiii ¸II? 1//._/ Press the ri_v...
  • Page 36 AV Cable AVC-DC400 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU "1 Memory Card Wrist Strap 32 MB) WS-800 Canon Digital Camera AA-size Alkaline Batteries Solution Disk (x2) "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 37: Accessories

    HF-DC1 Windows/Macintosh iiii!_!:_:!_!_!:_i_ii!i_:_i_i!_i:i _!ii_!!_i_!_!_!_!_!i_i!!_!_i_i!_!!ii_!ii!_i!_!_!_i!_i_:__!! This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shalI not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine...
  • Page 38 The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer available. Power Supplies Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300 This kit includes both a dedicated charger unit and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended...
  • Page 39 Learnin9 More This chapter explains the camera parts and basic operations.

  • Page 40: Pressing The Shutter Button

    ® ® ® ® ® ® _i_ Zoom Lever Shutter Button (p. 21) Shooting: [] (Wide Angle) / Mode Dial E¥i (Telephoto) (p. 22) Power Button (p. 21) Playback: _ (Index) / Flash (p. 59) O. (Magnify) (p. 94) Tripod Socket Lamp (AF Assist Beam, Red-Eye Memory Card Slot/Battery Cover Reduction Lamp, Self-Timer Lamp)

  • Page 41: Components Guide

    Components Guide ® _i_ Viewfinder (p. 77) (MENU) Button (p. 47) Indicators (p. 42) (DISP.) Button (pp. 43, 45) Speaker ISO (p. 72)/._u (Jump) (p. 95) / Screen (LCD monitor) (p. 43) A Button (Playback) Button _ (Macro) (p. 64) / _, (Infinity) (p. 65) / DC IN (Power input) Terminal 4 Button A/V OUT (Audio/Video output)
  • Page 42 The indicators on the back of the camera (p. 41 ) will light or blink under the following conditions. Shooting preparation complete (p. 22)/when connected Lights to a computer/display turned off Green Upper Blinks Camera starting up/image recording/reading/erasing/ Indicator transferring (when connected to a computer) Lights Shooting preparation complete (flash on) (p.
  • Page 43 Shooting (information Display) ®® ®@@@@@ Shooting Mode Auto Rotate* (p. 120) Exposure Compensation/Long Battery Charge Indicator (p. 16) Shutter mode (pp. 74, 88) Grid Lines (p. 123) White Balance (p. 73) AF Frame (p. 80) My Colors (p. 75) [ ] Spot AE Point Frame (p. 85) Metering Mode (p.
  • Page 44 information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed information Display) ® ® ®_ @@ @ _i_ Print List (p. 111) ISO Speed (p. 72) Auto Category/My Category (p. 96) Aperture Value Shooting Mode Flash (p. 59) Shutter Speed Macro/Infinity Mode (pp. 64, 65) Exposure Compensation (p.
  • Page 45 You can switch the display using the Q button. Shooting Information Display Playback ................. No Information Simple Information Detailed Information Focus Check Display (Off) Display Display Display Display Shooting in Dark Conditions during Shooting The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition...
  • Page 46 You can set various functions using the FUNC. menu. The settings that you can choose from the FUNC. menu are different depending on the shooting mode (p. 40). Select a shooting mode. Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode.
  • Page 47 Various functions can be set from the menu. The menu items are organized under categorized tabs, and the displayed tabs and menu items change, depending on the Shooting (p. 40) or Playback mode (p. 41 )..Displaythe menu. i¸¸ •...
  • Page 48 When you have mistakenly made a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Displaythe menu. Press the (_ button. select [ResetAll]. Press the 4 _ buttons to select the _'T tab. Press the ,_'_ buttons to select [Reset All], then press the @ button.
  • Page 49 You should use this camera to format a new memory card, or a memory card that has been used with other devices, before using it. Formatting a memory card erases all data on the memory card. You cannot retrieve the erased data.

  • Page 50: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards Low Leve! Format Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Follow Step 1-2 on the previous page to display the [Format] screen. Press the Av buttons to select [Low Level Format], then use the 4_ buttons...
  • Page 51 You can silence the sounds of the camera buttons or adjust the volume the camera sounds, Mute Setting ................. Displaythe menu. Press the _) button, Select [ Mute]. Press the _)' buttons to select the _1' tab. Press the Av buttons to select [Mute],...

  • Page 52: Changing The Image Display Time

    Changing the image Display Time Adjust the volume. Press the A'w" buttons to select an item, then use the 4_ buttons to adjust the volume. Images display for approximately 2 seconds after being shot. You can change the length of time the images display.
  • Page 53 Shooting Specia| Scenes and Using Common Functions This chapter exp,ains the for beginners convenient Easy mode and how to shoot various scenes with optimal settings. Other common functions, such as the flash and the self-timer, are also explained..T his chapter assumes the shooting mode is set to _).
  • Page 54 Setting the mode dial to _ (Easy mode) allows you to shoot just by pressing the shutter button. The camera automatically sets the optimal settings that you can shoot worry-free in any shooting condition. Select a shooting mode. Set the mode dial to 1::_. Shoot.
  • Page 55 The camera will make the optimal settings for the scene you wish to shoot when you set the mode dial to a matching mode. Set the mode dial to the scene you wish to shoot. Select a shooting mode. shoot. _'_ (Portrait) Take portraits Produces...
  • Page 56 Shooting Special Scenes "_ (indoor) Take indoor shots Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors. The camera will make the optimal settings for the special scene you wish to shoot when you select a matching mode. Select a shooting mode. ii .....
  • Page 57 Shooting Special Scenes (Night Scene) Take night scenes Lets you take beautifully lit city nightscapes or night backgrounds. (Sunset) Shooting Sunsets Lets you shoot sunsets in vivid colors. N: (Foliage) Take shots of foliage Lets you shoot trees and leaves such as new growth, autumn leaves...

  • Page 58: Scn Shooting Special Scenes

    Shooting Special Scenes :::';:: (Fireworks) Take shots of fireworks Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors. [_] (Aquarium) Take shots of aquatic life in an aquarium Lets you shoot aquatic life in indoor aquariums with natural colors, (ISO3200) Shooting with high ISO speed Lets you shoot with the ISO speed set to...
  • Page 59 You can turn the flash off for shooting in places where using a flash is prohibited..Pressthe _ button. Select (_. Press the 4_ buttons to select _), then press the @ button. (_) will appear on the screen. After taking the shot, repeat the above steps to select ..........
  • Page 60 Use the self-timer when you want to appear in the shot you are taking. Press the v button. Select a timer. Press the Av buttons to select C._ for a 10 second delay, or _ for a 2 second delay, before the shot is taken. Press the @ button.
  • Page 61 The digital zoom can zoom up to 16x and capture subjects too far away for the optical zoom (p. 22). The images may appear rough, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 70) and the zoom factor used. Move thezoom ever t oward Hold the zoom lever until zooming stops.

  • Page 62: Zooming In On Far Away Subjects

    Zooming in on Far Away Subjects D Digital Tele=Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.4x and 2.3x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than just using zoom (including digital zoom)
  • Page 63 The date and time an image was shot can be recorded in the lower right corner. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 18)..Select the recording pixels.
  • Page 64 You can shoot an object at a close distance or approach an object to shoot the close-up of it. The focusing range from the end of the lens is 3 - 50 cm (1.2 in. - 1.6 ft.). Press the { button. Select _.

  • Page 65: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

    Select any shooting mode other than t_), then use Infinity mode when the subject is further than approximately 3 m away from the end of the lens. @ Select any shooting mode other than and follow Step 2 as described "Shooting Close-ups (Macro)"...
  • Page 67 Making Settings for the images Want This chapter exp.ains how to use p (Program AE) mode and various camera functions..T his chapter assumes the shooting mode is set to P. For other shooting modes refer to the Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode section...
  • Page 68 The camera automatically sets basic functions, but unlike in _ mode or shooting various scenes, you can freely make your own settings. * AE stands for Auto Exposure ............. oooo..,o ,o purpose. (pp. 69 - 78) ..Shoot. If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, shutter speed and aperture value are shown in red.
  • Page 69 You can shoot continuously (about 1.3 shots/second). Pressthev button. select@j. Press the A'_" buttons to select DJ_!,then press the @ button. shoot. As long as you hold the shutter button down the camera will shoot successive images. If you use a low level formatted (p, 50) memory card, you can continuously shoot until the memory card is full.
  • Page 70 You can choose from 7 types. Select the recording pixels. Press the @ button, then use the ,_'_ buttons to select L • Select a menu _tem. Press the '_)' buttons to select a menu item, then press the @ button.
  • Page 71 (Widescreen) ..... 3648 x 2048 1920 1007 4026 The figures in this table are determined by Canon measuring conditions and may vary depending on subject, memory card brand, camera settings or otherfactors. Approximate Values for Paper Size Suitable for sending...
  • Page 72 ....................Pressthe_ button. Press the Av buttons to select a menu item, then press the @ button. Approximate Values ISO Speed Automaticaiiy setstheopiimai speed forsboiing mode and slnooting condition. Automatically sets the optimal speed, not only for shooting mode and shooting condition, but also for subject or camera motion.
  • Page 73 The White Balance (WB) function adjusts the optimal white balance natural looking colors. Select a white balance setting. Press the @ button, then use the A'v- buttons to select AWB. Select a men. tem. Press the _ _ buttons to select a menu item, then press the @ button.
  • Page 74 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. Press the @ button, then use the ,_'_ buttons to select Adjustthe Brightness. While watching the screen, press the _ buttons to adjust the brightness,...
  • Page 75 You can change the tone of an image such as sepia or black and white when shooting..se=ect a Mycolors setting. Press the @ button, then use the A'v" buttons to select _FF • Select a menu item. Press the _ buttons to select a menu...
  • Page 76 While you press the shutter button halfway, focus and exposure are fixed. You can now recompose and shoot. This is called focus lock. Focus on a subject. Center a subject at the same focal distance in the screen, and press the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 77 If you want to save battery power, you can use the viewfinder for shooting, instead of the screen. Operations for shooting are the same as when using the screen; however, the view in the viewfinder and the image taken may differ.
  • Page 78 You can set the time delay (0 - 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 - 10 shots). Pressthev button. se=ect Press the ._'_ buttons to select Q:_, then quickly press the Q button. Make settings. Press the Av buttons to select an item, then use the 4_, buttons...
  • Page 79 Getting More of Your Camera This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions..T his chapter assumes the shooting mode is set to P. For other shooting modes refer to the Functions Available in Each Shooting...
  • Page 80 You can change the AF (Auto Focus) mode to take the shots you want. select [AF Frame]. " Press the _) button and select the O tab. Press the A-v" buttons to select [AF Frame]..Make the setting. Press the _)' buttons to select a setting.
  • Page 81 Changing the AF Frame AiAF ................................The camera automatically selects among 9 AF frames to focus with. Center The AF frame will be fixed to the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. Press the _) button, select the O tab, then select the [AF Frame Size] menu item and the [Small] option.
  • Page 82 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting. When you want to capture people's expressions, set [AF Frame] (p. 80) to [Face Detect]. When you want to check the focus while shooting in Macro mode, set [AF Frame] to [Center].
  • Page 83 You can select a chosen face to focus on and then shoot. FaceFrame Set the Face Select mode. ,, Point the camera towards the face and press the Z_:]button. The Face Select mode will activate and a white face frame ([E ]]) will display around the face the camera...
  • Page 84 You can check if your subject was in focus, right after shooting. You are recommended to set [Review] in the O tab to [Hold] beforehand. Select [ReviewInfo]. " Press the (_) button and select the O tab. Press the ,_'_ buttons to select [Review Info].
  • Page 85 You can change the brightness metering mode to match the shot you want to take..Select the metering mode. Press the @ button, then use the A'v- buttons to select [8_}. select a menuitem. Press the _ _ buttons to select a menu item, then press the @...
  • Page 86 You can lock the exposure setting and shoot. The focus and exposure be set separately. Lock the Exposure. Point the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. While pressing the shutter button halfway press the A button (_).
  • Page 87 Just like with AE lock (p. 85), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. select $ (p.sg)..J,,L-_ Lock the Flash Exposure..Point the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. While ........
  • Page 88 You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. In order to avoid camera shake, attach the camera to a tripod. Select the Long Shutter mode. Press the @ button, then use the Av buttons to select +0.
  • Page 89 Using Various Fu.ctions Movies This chapter exp,ains how to shoot and view movies, using various functions..S et the mode dial to _ before operating the camera.
  • Page 90 ..Select a shooting mode. Press the @ button, then use the ,_'v" buttons to select select amenu tem. Press the '_ _ buttons to select a menu item, then press the @ button. This is the Standard mode You can use the digitaJ zoom Standard "...
  • Page 91 4" 3 rain. 30 sec. 24 rain. 54 sec. 38 rain. 45 sec. The figures in this table depend on Canon measuring conditions. Max. clip length for [] is approx. 1 hour. Recording also stops when the file size reaches 4 GB.

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Using the Self-Timer (p. 60) Zooming in on Far Away Subjects (p. 61) [n [], you can use the digital zoom, but the optical zoom cannot be used. [f you want to shoot at the maximum magnification, you should adjust the optical zoom to the maximal factor before shooting.
  • Page 93 Using Various P|ayback Other Functions This chapter exp,ains how to p,ay back and edit images. It also explains how to transfer images to a computer and how to make settings for printing..Press the [] button to set the Playback mode, before operating camera.
  • Page 94 Displaying 9 images {index Playback) Displaying 9 images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Select index Playback. Images will display in an index. The Move the zoom lever toward _. selected image will have a green frame and be enlarged.
  • Page 95 Quickly Finding images Jumping to images {Jump Display) When you have many images on a memory card, you can jump to images using a search key. Select a search key. In Single Image Playback, press the ,A, button. The search key and the position of the currently displayed...
  • Page 96 You can sort images into pre-set categories and organize by category. People Category 1-3 Scenery To Do Events Select [My Category]. Press the (_) button, select the [] tab. Press the ,_'_ buttons to select [My Category], then press the @ button.
  • Page 97 Magnify an image. In Single Image Playback, move the zoom lever toward O, and hold it there. will display, and the image will be magnified up to approx. 10 times. If you press the A'v'_ buttons, you can move the location of the displayed area.
  • Page 98 You can automatically playback images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. Select [suiaeShow]. Press the _) button, select the [] tab. Press the A'_ buttons to select [Slide Show], then press the @ button. Select a transition effect.
  • Page 99 You can check the focus or people's expressions of an image taken. Display the Focus Check screen. _mage Press the Q button several times until the focus check screen appears. The recorded image displays with the AF frame (frame with the subject in focus), the face frame (white frame...
  • Page 100 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..c onnect t hecamera t otheTV. Open the camera's cover and insert the plug of the supplied...
  • Page 101 You can select from three transition effects when switching between images in Single Image Playback. Select [Transition]. Press the _) button, select the [] tab, and then select [Transition] and use the buttons to select the desired transition. Immediately switches between images without transition effect. Displayed image fades out as next image fades in.
  • Page 102 You can protect important images so that they will not be erased inadvertently. Select [Protect]..ii_!i_!i!!i!i!!_ ¸¸ Press the (_) button, select the [] tab. Press the Av buttons to select [Protect], then press the Q button. Protect the image. Press the '_ _ buttons to select an image, then press the @ button.
  • Page 103 You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings as a new lower pixel file..Select [Resize]. ,, Press the Q button, select the [] tab. Press the Av buttons to select [Resize], then press the @ button.
  • Page 104 Rotating images Images taken with the camera held vertically can be rotated when viewing them horizontally. select [Rotate]. :: Press the (_ button, select the [] tab. Press the A'v" buttons to select [Rotate], then press the @ button. Rotate the image. Press the _)' buttons to select...
  • Page 105 You can automatically correct images with red-eye and save those images as new files. Select [Red=Eye Correction]. Press the (_) button, select the [] tab. Press the A'v" buttons to select [Red-Eye Correction], then press the @ button..Select an image to correct. Press the _)' buttons to select...
  • Page 106 Correcting Red-Eye Effect Manua! Correction When the camera cannot automatically detect and correct red-eye, correct it manually. Add a correction frame..ii:!ii!ii!!i!!! i ¸¸ In Step 3 on the previous page, select [Add Frame] and then press the @ button.
  • Page 107 You can record and attach a sound memo (WAVE format) to an image. The attached sound memo can be up to approximately 1 minute long per image. Select [Sound Memo]..ii_ii_ili!ii!!iy Press the (_ button, select the [] tab. Press the ._v buttons to select...
  • Page 108 "Transferring Images with the Camera" (p. 35) in Chapter 1 explained how to transfer images using [New Images]. This section will explain other ways to transfer images. Prepare. Follow Steps 2-4 on page 33 to display Direct Transfer menu. select asetting. Press the Av buttons to select a setting.
  • Page 109 You can designate images you want to transfer with [DPOF Trans. Images] (p. 108). These designation methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Designating images Individually Select [Transfer Order]..i:il;iii!ili!i_ :¸¸ Press the (_ button, select the [] tab.
  • Page 110 Designating images for Transfer (DPOF) Designating All images ..i!ii!ii!i!!!!_ ¸¸ Select [Transfer Order]. Press the (_) button, select the [] tab. Press the A'v" buttons to select [Transfer Order], then press the @ button. select [Markall]. Press the _ _ buttons to select [Mark all], then press the @ button.
  • Page 111 You can make print settings to images on a memory card (up to 998 images), such as which images to print and how many prints to make. These designation methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Using _¢_ Button to Add to Print...
  • Page 112 Designating images for Printing (DPOF) Printing from Print List (DPOF) You can easily print the selected images, after setting the Print List (DPOF) and connecting the camera with a printer. Also refer to the Direct Print User Guide. ii " _ .......................
  • Page 113 selectanimage. Press the ,_)' buttons to select an image, then press the @ button. You will be able to set the number of print copies. If you select [Index], _(" appears on the screen. Set the number of prints. Press the ,_v buttons to set the number of prints (maximum...
  • Page 114 Designating images for Printing (DPOF) Make the settings. Press the 4 b buttons to select [OK], then press the @ button. One copy of every image will be set to print and you will return to the menu screen. Clearing all Selections Select [Clear All Selections].
  • Page 115 iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ oes,ooa,,°o ,maoes,or Pr,°,,no _°_oF_ i!!, Standard Prints one image per page. Index Prints several reduced size images per page. Both Prints both standard and index formats. Prints date from shooting information. Prints file number.
  • Page 117 Customizing Camera This chapter expands on the norma, usage of the camera by explaining how to set useful functions, and change shooting mode settings.
  • Page 118 The functions listed in the _1' tab are useful functions that you can set for normal usage. You can set them in the Shooting or Playback mode, by pressing the Q button. Turning Off the Start-up image You can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera.
  • Page 119 Changing Functions Power Saving during Shooting You can change the time at which the screen shuts down automatically during shooting (p. 118). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. In order to save battery power, it is recommended to choose less than [lmin.].
  • Page 120 Creating a Fo|der You can create new folders to save your images Select [Create Folder], then press the @ button. Press the .,L-v" buttons to select [Create Folder], then press the 4_' buttons to select When in Shooting mode, the P_.'_" dispJays. Newly shot images are now saved to the new folder.
  • Page 121 Changing Shooting Functions Changing Lens Retract Time The lens retracts about 1 minute after switching to Playback mode, for safety reasons. You can set the retract time to [O sec.]. Select [Lens Retract], then press the 4_ buttons to select [0 sec.].
  • Page 122 Changing Shooting Functions Using the Auto Red=Eye Correction Function This function automatically reduces red-eye. Only the corrected image will be recorded to the memory card. Select [Flash Settings], then press the @ button. Press the A-v, buttons to select [Red-Eye Corr.], then press the _, buttons...
  • Page 123 Changing Shooting Functions Turning off the AF-Assist Beam When the camera has focusing difficulties while you press the shutter button halfway, the AF-assist Beam will automatically light to assist focusing. can turn off this function. Select [AF-assist Beam], then press the 4_' buttons to select [Off].
  • Page 124 Changing Shooting Functions Changing image Stal_ilization (iS Mode) Select [IS Mode], then press the ,_ _ buttons select a setting. [Continuous]: The image stabilization always on. You can confirm the result directly on the screen which makes it easier to check the composition or focus of the subject.
  • Page 125 Usefu| information for Using Camera This chapter introduces camera accessories, contains fists of functions and the index.
  • Page 126 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. Turnthe cameraoff. Plug the cord into the camera. Open the camera's terminal cover insert the plug into the camera. Connect the power cord.
  • Page 127 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 128 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 You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
  • Page 129 You Think There is a Problem Display turned off while shooting. When the flash has finished charging, the display will return (p. 23). appears when the shutter button was pressed halfway. Set the IS Mode to [Continuous] (p. 124). Set the flash to any setting other than _ (p.
  • Page 130 You Think There is a Problem Eyes appear red. Set [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On]. This is effective if the subject looks right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject. The shutter will not close for approx.
  • Page 131 You Think There is a ProbLem Playback Cannot play back. If the fite name or folder structure is changed on a computer, you may not be able to play back images or movies. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for information regarding folder structure or file names.
  • Page 132 The memory card is malfunctioning. Formatting the memory card may solve the problem (p. 49). 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.
  • Page 133 A lens error was detected. Press the power button to turn the camera off and back on (p. 22). If this error message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
  • Page 134 ....Shooting modes; ......ISO Speed (p. 72) o ..Flash (p. 59) ....@ ......0....0 ..... 0..0..Drive Mode (pp. 60, 69, 78) ..Self- £'_db Timer ..Shooting Zone (pp. 64, 65) A!! Range Face Select (p. 83) AE/FE Lock (still images) (pp.
  • Page 135 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 0 Setting available. -- Setting not available.
  • Page 136 (Shooting) Menu Function Face Detect AF Frame (p. 80) AiAF centei Normal AF Frame Size (p. 81) Small AF-Point Zoom (p. 82) Standard 0 *2 Digital Zoom*l (p. 61) ..Digital Tele-converter 1.4x/2.3x Slow Synchro Flash Settings Red:Eye Coirl (pp. 121,122) ..
  • Page 137 Menus 0 *4 ..0 Setting available. -- Setting not available.
  • Page 138 _ (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP750/740/730/ CP720/CP710ICP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print...
  • Page 139 Menus {PJaybaek) Menu Slide Show Automatically plays back images, p. 98 Organizes images in categories. My Category pl 96 Red-Eye Correction Corrects red-eye in images, p. 105 Resize Resizes and saves imagesl p. 103 Sound Memo Records a ndattaches s ound toima_esl pllO7 Protect Protects images,...
  • Page 140 Camera Effective Pixels ..Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor .... 1/2.3.-inch type CCD (Total Pixels: Approx. 10.3 million) Lens ....6.2 (W) - 24.8 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 35 (W) - 140 (T) mm) f/2.7 (W) - f15.6 (T) Digital Zoom .....
  • Page 141 Single/index/Magnification/Easy/Slide Show/My Category/Red-Eye Correction/Resize/Sound Memo/ Protect/Rotate/Focus Check/Jump/Movie Playback Direct Print ....PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible interface ....Hi-Speed USB (mini-B), Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectabie, monaural audio) Communication Settings ..MTP, PTP Power Supplies ....
  • Page 142 Numerics 3:2 Guide ......Date and Time ._ Date/Time Date/Time ......Adding to Image ....Changing ......AC adapter kit ...... Date/Time Battery ....Accessories ......Setting ........ AE Lock ......... Default Settings ...... AF ._ Auto Focus Deleting ,_ Erasing AF Frame ......
  • Page 143 index Editing ._ Editing Erasing Images ....Face Detect ......Playback @ Viewing ... Face Select ......Indicator ......41,42 Factory Settings .-) Default Settings Indoor (Scene Mode) ....FE Lock ........Infinity ........File No ........Interface Cable ....26, 31 Fireworks (Scene...

  • Page 144: Switching The Display

    Index Shooting Time ....29, 91 Viewing (Playback) ..... Safety Zoom ......MultiMedia card ,-_ Memory Cards Screen My Category ......Information Displayed ..My Colors ....... Language ......Menu Operations ..46, 47 Switching the Display ..Night Scene (Scene Mode) ..
  • Page 145 index Is a Problem) ......Video "_ Movies Viewfinder ......41, 77 Viewing (Playback) ....AF-Point Zoom ....Enlarged Display ....Index Playback ....Single Image Playback ..Slide Show ......Viewing Images on a TV ..100 White Balance ......
  • Page 146 Disclaimer Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. Illustrations...
  • Page 147 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio interference Regulations This Class B digital...

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