Canon PowerShot S200 User guide

ENGLISH

CDI-E051

Camera User Guide

CDI-E051-010 XX01XXX.X

© 2002 CANON INC.

PRINTED IN JAPAN

• Please read the Read this First section (p. 7).

• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the software and downloading images.

• Please refer to the Quick Start section for a simple explanation of shooting, replaying and erasing (p. 12).

• Please also read the Printer User Guide included with your Canon printer.

Flowchart and Reference Guides

This Guide

Shooting with the Camera

Software Starter Guide

Installing the Software

This Guide

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

Precautions

This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon brand digital camera accessories (“Canon

Brand Accessories”).

You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this digital camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning, and is not responsible for damages resulting from, use of non Canon

Brand Accessories.

Camera Body Temperature

If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period.

About the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

Video Format

Please set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 123).

Charging the Date/ Time Battery

• The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This battery recharges when the main battery pack is inserted into the camera. When you first purchase the camera, place a charged battery pack in it or use the AC adapter kit (sold separately) for at least 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power is set to Off.

• If the Set Date / Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it means that the date/time battery charge is depleted. Recharge it as described above.

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About this Guide

Conventions Used in the Text

Icons on the right end of title bars show the applicable operating modes. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to ,

, , or .

Self-timer

White buttons indicate the button that will be pushed in the particular procedure.

In the example here, for instance, you should press the MENU button.

This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.

This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.

Question? Look here first

■ How do I navigate the Menu?

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37)

■ What settings are available under each function?

and

Will my settings remain in effect even after I’ve turned the camera off?

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 74)

■ How do I go about printing?

About Printing (p. 90)

■ What functions are available through the menu?

Rec. Menu (p. 117)

Play Menu (p. 120)

Setup Menu (p. 122)

Table of Contents

Items marked with

■ are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.

Read this First

Please Read .......................................................................... 7

Safety Precautions ............................................................... 7

Preventing Malfunctions ................................................... 11

Quick Start Section

Quick Start Section ............................................................ 12

Components Guide

Front View ......................................................................... 14

Back View .......................................................................... 15

Operation Panel ................................................................ 16

Indicators ........................................................................... 17

Preparing the Camera

Charging the Battery Pack ................................................ 18

Installing the Battery Pack ................................................ 20

Installing a CF Card ........................................................... 22

Setting the Date and Time ................................................ 24

Setting the Language ....................................................... 25

Basic Functions

Turning the Power On / Off ............................................... 26

Switching between Shooting / Replay ............................... 28

Using the LCD Monitor ..................................................... 29

Using the Viewfinder ........................................................ 33

Pressing the Shutter Button .............................................. 34

Using the Zoom ................................................................. 36

Selecting Menus and Settings ......................................... 37

Menu Settings and Factory Defaults ................................ 40

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Shooting

Selecting a Shooting Mode ............................................... 42

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ....................... 44

Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ..................... 45

Using the Flash ............................................................. 47

Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots ........................ 49

Using the Digital Zoom ..................................................... 50

Shooting Continuously .............................................. 51

Using the Self-timer .................................................... 52

Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode ................................ 53

Shooting a Movie ....................................................... 56

Locking the Focus (AF Lock) .............................................. 58

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ........................... 60

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) .................. 61

Switching between Autofocus Methods .......................... 62

Switching between Light Metering Modes ............... 63

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ....................... 64

Shooting in Long Shutter Mode ....................................... 65

Setting the White Balance ......................................... 67

Changing the Photo Effect ........................................ 70

Adjusting the ISO Speed ................................................... 71

Setting the Auto Rotate Function .................................... 72

Resetting the File Number ................................................ 73

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ................... 74

Replaying

Viewing Images Singly (Single Image View) .................... 76

Magnifying Images ..................................................... 77

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index View) ........... 78

Viewing Movies ................................................................. 79

Rotating Images in the Display ......................................... 81

Automated Playback (Slide Shows) .................................. 82

Protecting Images ............................................................. 86

Table of Contents

Erasing

Erasing Single Images ................................................. 87

Erasing All Images ............................................................. 88

Formatting CF Cards .......................................................... 89

Printing

About Printing ................................................................. 90

Print Menu Settings ......................................................... 92

Connecting a Printer ......................................................... 94

Printing .............................................................................. 97

Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print function) ............. 99

Setting the DPOF Print Settings ...................................... 103

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

Selecting Images for Transferring ................................... 111

Shooting/Replaying with a TV

Shooting / Replaying with a TV ....................................... 113


Downloading Directly from a CF Card ............................ 114

Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable .......................................... 115

Lists of Menu Options and Messages

Rec. Menu ....................................................................... 117

Play Menu ....................................................................... 120

Set up Menu ................................................................... 122

Resetting All Settings to Their Default Values ............... 124

List of Messages ............................................................... 125

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Appendices

Using a Household Power Source ................................... 129

Using a Car Battery Charger ........................................... 130

Camera Care and Maintenance ...................................... 131

Troubleshooting .............................................................. 132

Specifications

Specifications ................................................................... 136

Index

Index ............................................................................ 142

Read this First

Please Read

Test Shots

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, 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™ cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use.

Warranty Limitations

This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer

Support Help Desk.

For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon

Limited Warranty supplied with your camera.

Safety Precautions

• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.

• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.

• In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera and its power supply accessories, such as the battery charger and optional compact power adapter or car battery charger.

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Warnings

• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that could injure your eyesight.

• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes.

Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may injure eyesight.

In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.

• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.

Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon

Customer Support Help Desk.

• Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the camera battery and unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged.

Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the camera battery and unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Read This First

• Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. If water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately turn the camera’s power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. 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.

• 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.

• Remove the power cable on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the electrical outlet and the surround area. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cable. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

• Do not handle the power cable if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cable may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.

• Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Use only the recommended power accessories.

• Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.

There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body - including the eyes and mouth, or clothing - that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery.

If the eyes or mouth contact these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.

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• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Use the supplied terminal cover or battery case to transport or store the battery pack.

• Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects. Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if available in your area.

• Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. Use only recommended batteries and accessories.

• Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-1LH or

NB-1L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire or electrical shock.

• Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the electrical outlet after recharging and when they are not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. Continuous use over a long period may cause a unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.

• 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.

Cautions

• Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk

(boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.

Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the compact power adapter to charge the battery pack or power the camera.

• Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.

• Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.

Read This First

• Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns.

• If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for extended periods as your hands may experience a burning sensation.

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Preventing Malfunctions

Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields

Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.

Avoid Condensation Related Problems

Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.

If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera

Stop using the camera immediately if you detect condensation.

Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the CF card and battery or Compact Power Adapter (if connected) from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.

Extended Storage

When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the battery pack and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with a battery pack installed will run down the battery pack and may damage the camera. Please note, however, that the date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three weeks. Follow the instructions in this guide to reset the desired settings.

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Quick Start Section

1 Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18).

Place the battery pack in the battery charger and plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The charging indicator shines red while charging and changes to green when the battery pack is charged.

Charging Indicator

2 Install the Battery Pack (p. 20).

Slide the battery cover open and press the battery lock while you insert the battery pack. Insert the battery pack correctly by aligning the arrows on the camera and battery pack.

Battery Lock

Lock for the CF Card

Slot Cover

3 Install the CF Card (p. 22).

Slide the lock on the CF card cover to open it and insert the CF card.

4 Set the Mode Switch to

(Shooting) (p. 42).

5 Turn on the Power (p. 26).

Press the ON/OFF Button until the power lamp in the center of the 4 / / / buttons lights.

Power Lamp

Quick Start

6 Focus (p. 34).

Aim the camera and lightly press (halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set.

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7 Shoot (p. 35).

Press the shutter button all the way. One beep will sound when the shot is complete.

8 View the Recorded Image

(p. 44).

The recorded image displays for approximately 2 seconds. To continue displaying the image, keep the shutter button pressed or hold the shutter button until you press the button and then release both.

• To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image

1. Press the button while the image is displayed.

2. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button.

• Set the date and time if the Set Date/Time menu appears

(p. 24).

• You can change the language in which menus are displayed

(p. 25).

• To view the other images you have photographed, refer to the Replaying section (p. 76).

• After you finish using the camera, press the ON/OFF Button to shut the power off.

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Front View

● Microphone

● Shutter Button (p. 34)

● Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 33)

● AF-assist Beam (p. 35)

● Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 48)

● Self - timer Lamp (p. 52)

● Flash (p. 49)

● DIGITAL•A / V OUT

(Digital Audio/ Video

Output) Terminal

(pp. 95, 96, 113, 115)

● Terminal Cover

● Lens

• The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer.

- Computer (p. 115)

USB Interface Cable IFC-200PCU (supplied with camera)

- Direct Print Function Compatible Printer (sold separately) (p. 94)

Direct Interface Cable DIF-200 (supplied with printer)

- Direct Print Function Compatible Bubble Jet Printer

(sold separately) (p. 95)

Prease refer to your Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide.

Please refer to the System Map supplied with the camera for direct print function compatible printers.

Back View

Components Guide 15

● Viewfinder (p. 33)

● Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)

● CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)

● Wrist Strap Eyelet

Attaching the Wrist Strap*

1 2

● Battery Cover (p. 20)

● DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 129)

● LCD Monitor (p. 29)

● Tripod Socket

* Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap.

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Operation Panel

● Indicators

● Power Lamp

Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer

● ON/OFF Button (p. 26)

● Zoom Lever

Shooting: (Telephoto)/

(Wide Angle) (p. 36)

Replay: (Magnify) (p. 77)/

(Index) (p. 78)

● Mode Switch (p. 42)

● (Light Metering) (p. 63)/ Button

● (Flash) (p. 49) / Button

● (Continuous) (p. 51) / (Self-timer)(p. 52) /

Button

● (Macro) / (Infinity) (p. 49) / Button

●

●

●

● (Exposure) (p. 60) / (White Balance) (p. 67) /

(Photo Effects) (p. 70) / (Single Image Erase)

(p. 87) Button

(Display) Button

(Menu) Button

(Set) Button


Indicators

The indicators shine or flash when the ON / OFF Button or shutter button is pressed.

Upper Indicator

Green: Ready to shoot / Connection preparations complete

(during a computer connection)

Flashing Green: Initializing camera / Recording to CF card / Reading

CF card / Erasing from CF card/Transmitting data

(during a computer connection)

Orange: Ready to shoot with slow shutter speed (flash on)

Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot but shutter speed is slow (camera shake warning)

Lower Indicator

Yellow: Macro mode / Infinity mode / Focus lock (Method 2, p. 58)

Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty (1 beep sounds).

Although you can press the shutter button, you are recommended to use the focus lock (p. 58).

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Charging the Battery Pack

Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the camera or when the “Change the battery pack” message displays.

Battery charger model names and types vary by region.

CB-2LS

Charging Indicator

CB-2LSE

Charging Indicator

• Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown and insert the charger’s plug into an electrical outlet.

• Align the battery pack correctly with the arrows on it and the charger.

• The charging indicator will shine red while the battery pack is charging. It will change to green when the charge is complete.

• After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the battery pack.

• To protect the battery pack and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.

• Since this is a lithium ion battery pack, you need not completely discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any point.

• It takes approximately 130 minutes to fully charge the battery pack from a fully discharged state (based on standard Canon testing criteria). Please charge it at an ambient temperature ranging between 5º and 40º C (41º and 104º F).

• Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature and the battery pack’s charge state.

• See Battery Capacity (p. 138).


Handling Precautions

• Keep the battery pack terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry cloth before charging or using the battery pack.

• Do not rapidly overturn or wave the battery charger around when it contains the battery pack. The battery pack could fly out.

• At low temperatures, battery pack performance may be reduced and the low battery icon may appear earlier than usual. Under these conditions, resuscitate the battery pack by warming it in a pocket immediately before use. However, ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocket that could cause a short circuit, such as a key holder, etc.

• Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Heat will build up and could result in a fire.

• Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack NB-1LH or NB-1L in this charger.

• The battery pack continues to discharge a minimal portion of its power while installed in the camera, even with the power off, or in the charger.

This will shorten battery life.

• Do not allow any metal objects such as keyrings to touch the “+” and “-” terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the battery pack or store it during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover (Fig.B) or place it in the supplied case and store it in a cool, dry place. Recharge it fully before using it again.

Fig. A Fig. B

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• If the performance of the battery pack diminishes substantially even when it is fully charged, its life has been exceeded and it should be replaced.

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Installing the Battery Pack

Install Battery Pack NB-1LH (supplied) as shown below. Battery Pack

NB-1L (optional) can also be used with the camera.

• Please recharge the battery pack (p. 18) before you use it for the first time.

• Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows.

Battery Lock

• Press the battery lock while inserting the battery pack all the way in until the lock clicks.

• Insert the battery pack correctly by aligning the arrows on the camera and the battery pack.

• To remove the battery pack, press the battery lock and pull the battery pack out.

• Slide the battery cover closed.

• Do not turn off the power or open the battery cover while the camera’s indicator flashes green. The camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card.

• Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use.

Please note, however, that the date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three weeks.

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• Please use a household power source for extended use of the camera (p. 129).

Battery Pack Charge

The following icons and messages will display when the battery pack charge is low.

Change the battery pack

Battery pack charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible before it is required for an extended period.

When the LCD monitor is off, this icon will display when you press the , / , / , or button ( mode).

Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the battery pack immediately.

• See Battery Capacity (p. 138).


Installing a CF Card

Turn the camera power off and insert the CF card with the following procedures.

• Slide the lock down and open the CF card slot cover.

• Insert the CF card with its label facing upward until the slot’s eject button fully extends. Close the CF card slot cover.

Label

• To remove the CF card, push the eject button and pull the CF card out.

CF Card Eject Button

• Since the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting data to or from the CF card when the indicator flashes green, never perform the following actions during this time.

It could corrupt the image data.

- Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks.

- Turn the camera’s power off or open the CF card slot cover.

• Please note that CF cards from other manufacturers, or CF cards which have been edited with application software using other formats, may not operate correctly in the camera.

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• See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 139).

Handling Precautions for CF Cards

• CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.

• Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid condensation, place the CF card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature. If condensation forms on the CF card, store it at room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.

• Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of location.

- Locations subject to dust or sand

- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures


Setting the Date and Time

The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium battery charge is low. Start from Step 3 to set the date and time.

• Press the ON/OFF Button until the power lamp lights.

• Press the button to display the

Rec. or Play menu.

• Use the or button to select the

(Set up) menu.

• Use the or button to select .

• Use the or button to select a field

(year, month, day, hour, minute and date format), and the or button to change its value.

• To put the settings into effect, press the button after setting the date format.

• Press the button to redisplay the

Rec. or Play menu.

• Please note that the date and time settings may reset to the default settings if the camera battery has been removed for more than three weeks. Reset them when this occurs.


Setting the Language

The language in which menus and messages are displayed can be selected with this function.

• Press the ON/OFF Button until the power lamp lights.

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• Press the button to display the

Rec. or Play menu.

• Use the or button to select the

(Set up) menu.


• Use the , , or button to select a language.

• Press the button to redisplay the

Rec. or Play menu.

• The Language menu can also be displayed in replay mode by holding down the button and pressing the button. However, language settings cannot be adjusted while a printer is connected.

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Basic Functions

Turning the Power On /Off

Power Lamp

• Press the ON/OFF Button until the green power lamp lights.

- The upper indicator beside the viewfinder will flash green.

- The lens will extend when the mode switch is set to the or position.

- The lens will retract approximately 1 minute after the mode switch is set to from the or position.

- The LCD monitor will turn on when the mode switch is set to the or position.

• Press the ON/OFF Button again to turn off the power.

• The Set Date / Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the charge of the built-in rechargeable lithium date/time battery is low. Reset the date and time when this occurs (p. 24).

• If the power save function activates, press the ON/OFF

Button to restore power.

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• Power Save Function

This camera is equipped with an power save function. The power will automatically shut down under the following circumstances when this function is set to On. Press the ON/

OFF Button to restore power.

Shooting Mode

Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. (The LCD monitor automatically turns off 3 minutes after the last control is accessed even if this function is set to Off. Press any button except the ON / OFF Button to turn the LCD monitor back on.)

Replay Mode

Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.

Connected to a Printer (optional)

Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera or something is printed on a connected printer.

Connected to a Computer

A warning message displays on the computer screen approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed. Powers down approximately 1 minute later if no control is accessed.

• The power save function will not activate during a slide show.

• The camera’s settings can be changed to turn off the power save function (p. 122).

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Switching between Shooting / Replay

• To Shoot Still Images (Shooting Mode)

Slide the mode switch to .

• To Shoot Movies (Movie Mode)


• To Replay Images (Replay Mode)


- Recorded images can be printed when a printer (sold separately) is connected (p. 90).

- Recorded images can be downloaded to and viewed with a computer when it is connected (p. 115).

• The or icon displays on the LCD monitor when a connection to a printer is opened.

• The LCD monitor shuts off while a computer is connected.

Basic Functions

Using the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust settings menus and replay images.

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• The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. This does not constitute a malfunction.

Shooting Mode

( or on the mode switch)

• The LCD monitor turns on or changes the display mode as follows with each press of the button.

Standard (No Information)

▼

Detailed (Information View)

▼

Off

• The LCD monitor setting (On or Off) is saved by the camera when the power is turned off so that the same setting is automatically available when the power is turned on again.

However, the setting may be lost when the power has been turned off after the “Change the battery pack” message has displayed, while the LCD monitor was on in shooting mode.

• In the , or mode, the LCD monitor turns on regardless of its On/Off setting.

• Set the flash to [On] or affix the camera to a tripod when the upper indicator flashes orange and the camera blur warning icon ( ) appears in the LCD monitor after the metering preparations are complete.


Replay Mode

( on the mode switch)

• The LCD monitor will turn on when the mode switch is set to the position.

• In replay mode, pressing the button cycles between display modes.

Single Image Replay

Multi Image Replay (9 Images)

Standard No Display

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Shooting Mode

In shooting mode, information about the current settings and remaining image capacity will display on the LCD monitor for approximately six seconds when the actions below are taken, regardless of whether the LCD monitor is set to On or Off.

• The power is turned on.

• The , , / , / or button ( mode) is pressed.

• The camera settings are changed.

• The Setup menu is closed.

While this information is displayed, you may set the flash, continuous mode, self-timer, macro and infinity settings.

• After you press the shutter button and take a shot, the recorded image appears on the LCD monitor for 2 (or 10) seconds. (It will continue to display if you press the button while it is shown on the screen.)

• While a recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can check the exposure with the graph (see Histogram, p. 32) that shows the distribution of the brightness data.

(Press the button if the histogram and other information is not shown) If the exposure requires adjustment, set the exposure compensation and reshoot.

In movie mode, only the resolution shows (not compression).

AF Frame

Recordable Images or Recordable

Movie Time (sec.)

(

Spot AE Point Frame mode)

Basic Functions

Information Displayed x2.0 x2.5 x3.1 x4.0 x5.0

Shooting Mode p. 44

Exposure Compensation p. 64

Long Shutter Mode

White Balance

Photo Effects

Compression p. 65 p. 67 p. 70 p. 45

Resolution

ISO Speed

Auto Rotate

Focus Lock p. 45 p. 71 p. 72 p. 58

AE Lock

FE Lock

Flash

Shooting Method

Macro/Infinity

Metering Method

Movie Recording

Digital Zoom

Camera Blur Warning

Low Battery p. 60 p. 61 p. 47 p. 51-52 p. 49 p. 63 p. 56 p. 50 p. 29 p. 21

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• The icons in the shaded boxes above display regardless of the selected display mode.

• Zoom powers reflect the optical and digital zoom functions in combination. These figures display when the digital zoom is activated.

Replay Mode

(Standard Display)

File Number

The following information is displayed in standard display mode.

Compression

Resolution (still)

Wave Format Sound

Movie

Protection Status p. 45 p. 45 p. 57 p. 57 p. 86

Image Number

Shooting Date


Replay Mode

(Detailed Display)

In detailed display mode, the following supplementary information is displayed.

Histogram

Long Shutter Mode

Shooting Mode

Exposure Compensation p. 64

White Balance

Photo Effects p. 65 p. 42

ISO Speed

Flash

Macro/Infinity

Metering Method p. 67 p. 70 p. 71 p. 47 p. 49 p. 63

Resolution (Movie)

Movie Length Shown on Movie Files p. 47 p. 58

The following information may also be displayed with some images.

A sound file in a format other than the WAV format is attached or the file format is not recognized.

JPEG file with format not conforming to Design rule for Camera File

System Standards

RAW format file

File with unrecognized format

• The image information may not display correctly if images shot with this camera are replayed on other cameras or images from other cameras are replayed on this camera.

• Histogram Function

The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the recorded image. The greater the bias toward the left, the darker the image. The more it trends to the right, the brighter the image. If the image is dark, adjust the exposure to a positive value. Similarly, adjust the exposure to a negative value to darken a bright image (p. 64).

Histogram

Examples

Dark Image Balanced Image Bright Image

Basic Functions

Using the Viewfinder

The optical viewfinder can be used to conserve power while shooting.

Aim the square brackets (autofocus metering field) inside the viewfinder at the primary subject to shoot. The field of vision is approximately 82% at the maximum telephoto setting.

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AF Brackets

Viewfinder

• About the Autofocus Function

This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology which uses a broad metering field to calculate the focal distance with high precision. It delivers a crisp focus even when the photographic subject is slightly off-center.

The AiAF function can be turned off so that the autofocus is metered from a fixed AF frame at the center of the field to accommodate difficult shooting conditions (p. 62).

• Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image

Please note that the actual image may differ from the image seen in the optical viewfinder due to the physical separation between the viewfinder and lens. This is called the parallax phenomenon and is more noticeable the closer the subject is to the lens. In some cases, portions of images shot up close that appear in the viewfinder will not appear in the recorded image. You are recommended to use the

LCD monitor to shoot images up close.


Pressing the Shutter Button

The shutter button features a two-stage action.

Pressing Halfway

Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance.

Indicator

• Indicator Status

Upper Indicator

- Green: Metering complete (two beeps sound)

- Orange: Flash will fire

- Flashing Orange:

Camera shake warning/

Insufficient exposure

Lower Indicator

- Yellow: Macro mode/Infinity mode / Focus lock

(Method 2, p. 58)

- Flashing Yellow:

Focusing difficulty*

(single beep sounds)

* When the indicator flashes yellow, lock the focus before shooting (p. 58).

• AF Frame Status (LCD Monitor On)

AiAF On

- Green Frame:

Metering complete (AF frame when focus achieved)

- No Frame: Focusing difficulty

AiAF Off (Center AF Frame)

- Green Frame:

Metering complete

- Yellow Frame:

Focusing difficulty

Basic Functions

Pressing Fully

Pressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causes one shutter sound to sound.

• While the image is being recorded to the CF card, the indicator flashes green.

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• AF-assist Beam

The AF-assist Beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in certain conditions, i.e., dark conditions.

The AF-assist Beam can be turned off (p. 118). If animals are your subject, turn off the beam when shooting in the dark to avoid startling them (this may however, make it more difficult for the camera to focus).


Using the Zoom

The zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm to 70 mm in 35 mm film equivalent terms.

Telephoto / Wide Angle

• Press the zoom lever toward to zoom in (telephoto).

• Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out (wide angle).

Digital Zoom

When the LCD monitor is on, you can shoot with a combined optical and digital zoom factor of up to 5.0 (p. 50).

• The digital zoom is unavailable in some modes (p. 74).

• Please note that the image appears grainier, the more the image is digitally zoomed.

Basic Functions

Selecting Menus and Settings

Menus are used to adjust shooting and replay settings. The procedures for using menus are shown below. For a complete list of the settings and options, please see Menu Settings and Factory Defaults (p. 40).

• Press the button.

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• When the mode switch is set to or .

• When the mode switch is set to

.

• Use the or buttons to select the Rec., Play or Set up menu.

• Use the or buttons to select an option.

• With some Rec. / Set up menu items, the or buttons select the options for the items.

• With some Play / Set up menu items, a submenu appears after you press the button.

• Press the button.


Selecting Menus and Settings

(Cont’d)

Selecting a Mode

Selecting a Menu

Switching between the Rec.,

Play and Set up Menus

Rec. Menu

Play Menu

Set up Menu

* You can switch between menus at any time simply by pressing the zoom lever toward or button.

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Setting

Options

Completing the Procedure

• See Print Menu Settings (p. 92) for the procedures used with the (Print Order) item in the Play menu.


Menu Settings and Factory Defaults

This chart shows the options and default settings for each menu.

Rec.

Menu

(Red)

Play

Menu

(Blue)

Menu Item

ISO Speed

Available Settings

1600 x 1200* / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480

Reference

Page p. 45 Resolution (Stills)

Resolution (Movies) 640 x 480 / 320 x 240* / 160 x 120

Compression Superfine / Fine* / Normal

50* / 100 / 200 / 400 / AUTO p. 45 p. 45 p. 71

AiAF

Digital Zoom

On*/Off

On/Off* p. 62 p. 50

Self-timer

Image Review

AF-assist Beam

File No. Reset

Auto Rotate

Long Shutter

Protect

Rotate

Erase all

Slide Show

Print Order

Transfer Order

*/

Off/2 sec.*/10 sec.

On*/Off

On/Off*

On*/Off

On/Off*

Turns image protection On/Off.

Rotates the image in the display.

Erases all images on the CF card.

Replays selected images in a slide show.

Sets the print settings.

Sets the transfer settings.

p. 52 p. 44 p. 118 p. 73 p. 72 p. 65 p. 86 p. 81 p. 88 p. 82 p. 92 p. 111

Basic Functions

Set up

Menu

(Yellow)

Menu Item

Beep

Power Save

Date/Time

Format

Language

On*/Off

On*/Off

Available Settings

Sets the date and time

Formats (initializes) the CF card

English*/ Deutsch / Français / Nederlands /

Dansk / Suomi / Italiano / Norsk / Svenska /

Español / Chinese / Japanese

NTSC/PAL

Reference

Page p. 122 p. 27 p. 24 p. 89 p. 25 p. 113 Video System

* Default setting. Default video system setting varies between regions.

• Some menu items are not available in certain shooting modes.

• With the exception of the [Date / Time], [Language] and [Video System] settings, all the other menu settings and changes made with the camera buttons can be reset to the default values in a single operation (p. 124).

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Selecting a Shooting Mode

The camera features the following shooting modes.

Auto

Manual

Stitch Assist

Most settings are automatically selected by the camera.

The exposure compensation, white balance and other settings can be manually selected.

Images are shot in overlapping series to create single panoramic images.

Shoots movie clips.

Movie

• The settings selected in each shooting mode are saved when switching between shooting modes. Some settings are also saved when the power is turned off (p. 74).

Selecting the , , or mode

• Use the or button to select a shooting mode.

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Selecting the mode

In the descriptions of the shooting functions that follow, the icons beside the titles indicate the applicable shooting modes. Before you proceed with Step 1 in each case, set the camera to one of the shooting modes indicated by the icons in the title (p.2).

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Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting

Right after a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for 2 seconds even if you release the shutter button regardless of whether the LCD monitor is on or off. You can also review it with the following procedures.

• By keeping the shutter button pressed after a shot.

• By pressing the button while the image is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button halfway to stop displaying it.

• You can do the following while the image is displayed.

- Check the image brightness in the histogram (p. 32).

- Erase the image (p. 87).

Changing the Review Duration

The default review time is 2 seconds. The review function can be set to

Off or changed to 10 seconds.

In the (Rec.) menu, select .

• See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37).

• Use the or button to select [Off],

[2 sec.] or [10 sec.]

• With the Off option, the image will not automatically display. However, if you keep the shutter button fully pressed after a shot, the image will display.

• With the 2 sec. or 10 sec. options, the image automatically displays for the set duration even if the shutter button is released.

• You can display the image longer than the 2- or 10-second duration by keeping the shutter button depressed or by pressing the button while the image is displayed.

• Another picture can be taken even while the last is displayed.

• The display will return to the Rec. menu.

Shooting

Changing Resolution / Compression Settings

Still image resolution and compression settings and movie resolution settings can be adjusted to suit your requirements. Resolution settings get progressively higher ranging from the (Small) and (Medium) to the (Large) settings. Use a high resolution setting to obtain the best quality for printing, but select a lower one to print on small labels, to send images by email or to fit more images on a CF card. Compression settings yield progressively higher image quality as one switches from the (Normal) and (Fine) settings to the (Superfine) settings. Use the (Superfine) setting to get higher quality images, or the (Normal) setting to get more images on a CF card. The (Fine) setting provides sufficient quality for most purposes.

Still Image Resolution

(Large) 1600 x 1200 pixels

(Medium) 1024 x 768 pixels

(Small) 640 x 480 pixels

Compression

Superfine

Fine

Normal

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The following resolutions are available for movies.

Movies Resolution

640 x 480 pixels

320 x 240 pixels

160 x 120 pixels

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In the (Rec.) menu, select or .


• Use the or button to select an option.

Resolution (Still Images)

Select , or .

Resolution (Movies)

Select , or .

Compression

Select , or .

• The display will return to the Rec.

menu.

• See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 74).

• See Image File Sizes (p. 139).

• See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 139).

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Using the Flash

-

●

●

●

-

Auto

Red-Eye

Reduction

Auto

On

Off

Slow-Synchro

●

●

●

●

●

-

-

▲

▲

▲

The flash fires automatically as required by the light level.

The red-eye reduction lamp fires with each shot, automatically adjusting the intensity to suit lighting levels.

A flash fires with every shot.

A flash will not fire.

The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the chance that the background will be dark when shots are taken at night or in rooms with artificial lighting. The red-eye reduction lamp fires with each shot. Use of a tripod is recommended.

● Setting available

▲ Can be selected for the first image only.

• Press the button to cycle through the flash settings.

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• When you use flash photography at higher ISO speeds, the chances of white streaks appearing in the image increase the closer you approach to the subject.

• A slow shutter speed is selected in dark surroundings when the flash is set to Off or Slow-Synchro. Be careful to avoid camera blur under these conditions.

- Shooting in Mode

Be careful to hold the camera still to avoid camera blur.

- Shooting in , or Mode

Fix the camera to a tripod to shoot in these modes since the shutter speed will be slower than in the mode. If an image is dark in mode, reshooting it in mode will make it brighter.

• The flash can be fired when the upper indicator shines a steady orange.

• The flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to charge. The recharging time will vary with such factors as the shooting conditions and battery charge.

• The flash fires twice. The main flash follows a preparatory pre-flash. The exposure reading obtained from the subject with the pre-flash is used to set the optimal flash intensity for the main flash, which is used to capture the image.

Red-Eye Reduction

• Light reflecting back from eyes can make them appear red when the flash is used in dark areas. Under these conditions, use the red-eye reduction mode. For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp.

Even better results can be obtained by shooting with the lens set to a wide angle, increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.

• The shutter will not activate for approximately 1 second after the red-eye reduction lamp fires in order to improve the effect. If you wish a more immediate shutter response, set the flash to , or .

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/ Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots

Macro

Infinity

●

-

●

●

Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 10 to 57 cm (3.9 in. to 1.9 ft.) from the lens tip when at maximum wide angle and in the range of 27 to 57 cm (10.6 in. to

1.9 ft.) when at the maximum telephoto setting.

Use this mode to record landscapes and distant objects.

It can also be used for compositions combining both near and distant objects.

●

▲

Setting available.

Selectable for first image only.

▲

▲

●

●

• Display or .

• Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode since the parallax phenomenon may cause images composed with the optical viewfinder to be off-center.

• The exposure may not be optimal when the flash is used in macro mode in the range of 10 to 27 cm (3.9 to 10.6 in.).

• Image Area in Macro Mode

Maximum Telephoto

Maximum Wide Angle

Distance from

Lens to Subject

27 cm (10.6 in.)

10 cm (3.9 in.)

Image Area

138 x 103 mm (5.4 x 4.1 in.)

102 x 76 mm (4.0 x 3.0 in.)

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Using the Digital Zoom

When the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to approximately

2.5, 3.1, 4.0 or 5.0 times with the combined optical and digital zoom functions.

• Turn the LCD monitor on.



• Use the or button to select [On].


menu.

• Press the zoom lever toward until the lens reaches the maximum optical telephoto setting and stops. Press it again to activate the digital zoom and to advance through the settings.

• Press the button to zoom back out.

The combined optical and digital zoom factor displays.

•The digital zoom cannot be used in some modes (p. 75).

•Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed.

Shooting

Shooting Continuously

In this mode, the camera shoots continuously at approximately 2.5

images per second* (Large / Fine, LCD monitor off) while the shutter button is held down. Recording ceases when the shutter button is released.

* This figure reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.

• Display .

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• The interval between shots may lengthen slightly when the camera’s built-in memory fills.

• If the flash is firing, the interval between shots will lengthen to accommodate the flash’s charging requirements.

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Using the Self-timer

• Display .

• When the shutter button is pressed, the self-timer will activate and the self-timer lamp will flash.

Changing the Self-timer Countdown Time



• Use the or button to select [2 sec.] or [10 sec.]

• When [ (10 sec.)] is selected, the selftimer sounds and the flashing gets faster 2 seconds before the shutter activates.

• When [ (2 sec.)] is selected, the selftimer sounds at the same time as the shutter button is pressed. The shutter activates in 2 seconds.


menu.

Shooting

Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode

Stitch Assist mode can be used to shoot images, which overlap, and which can later be merged to create one panoramic image on a computer.

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The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.

• To merge the images on a computer, use PhotoStitch, one of the supplied programs.

Framing a Subject

The PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them. When shooting, try to include a distinctive item (landmark) in the overlapping portions.

• Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 - 50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment to less than 10% of the image height.

• Do not include moving items in the overlap.

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• Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items.

These items may appear warped or doubled up in the merged image.

• Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the contrast in brightness is too great.

• To shoot landscapes, swivel (pan) the camera around its own vertical axis.

• To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it.

Shooting

Images can be shot in two sequences in Stitch Assist mode.

Left to right horizontally

Right to left horizontally

• The LCD monitor turns on when the shooting mode is set to or .

Select the shooting mode (p. 42).

Left to right horizontally

• Shoot the first frame in the sequence.

• The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image.

Successive images use the same settings.

Shooting

• Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot.

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Second Image

• Use the or button to check or retake the recorded images.

• Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together.

• Repeat the procedure for additional images. A sequence may contain up to

26 images.

Third Image

• Press the button to close Stitch

Assist mode.

• See the Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 74) for the settings available in this mode.

• A custom white balance setting cannot be set in or mode. To use a custom white balance setting, first set it in another shooting mode (p. 68).

• The settings for the first image are used to take subsequent images in the sequence.

• It is not possible to display images on the TV when shooting in Stitch Assist mode.

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Shooting a Movie

Use the movie mode to shoot movie clips. Select a resolution in the

(Rec.) menu from the (640 x 480), (320 x 240, Default) and

(160 x 120) options (p. 45).

• Press the shutter button fully to start recording images and sounds.

• During shooting the recording time (in seconds) and a red circle appear on the

LCD monitor.

• Press the shutter button again to stop recording.

• The maximum length of a movie clip (at approximately 20 frames / sec.) is approximately 4 seconds ( ), 10 seconds ( ) or 30 seconds ( ) according to standard Canon testing criteria. These times may vary with the subject and shooting conditions.

Recording will automatically stop when the maximum is reached or when the

CF card runs out of free capacity.

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• Be careful not to touch the microphone while recording.

• The AE, AF, white balance and zoom settings remained fixed for subsequent frames at the values selected for the first frame.

• After a clip is shot, the upper indicator will flash green while the clip is being written to the CF card. You cannot shoot again until the flashing stops.

• See the Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 74) for the settings available in this mode.

• Sound is recorded monaurally.

• The shutter sound will not sound when you fully press the shutter button to record a movie clip.

• QuickTime 3.0 or a higher is required to replay movie files

(AVI / Motion JPEG ) on a computer. QuickTime 5.0 is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk.

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Locking the Focus (AF Lock)

It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Use the focus lock in these situations.

• Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings

• Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition

• Subjects that are moving quickly

• Subjects through glass

Try to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass.

Shooting with the Focus Lock

Method 1

1. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame in the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

2. Press the shutter button halfway and wait until two beeps sound.

3. Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button all the way.

Method 2

• Turn the LCD monitor on.

• Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame.

• Press and hold the shutter button halfway until two beeps sound.

Without releasing your finger, press the

/ button.

• The icon will display and the lower indicator will light yellow.

Shooting

• Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button all the way.

• Release the focus lock by pressing the

/ button.

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• Method 2 is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to recompose the image. Moreover, the focus remains locked after the picture is taken, allowing you to capture a second image with the same focus.

• In Method 2, pressing the zoom lever, MENU button, or

DISP button, or turning the mode dial also releases the focus lock.

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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.

• You must set the flash to . The AE lock cannot be set if the flash fires.

• Turn on the LCD monitor.

• Focus the camera on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting.

• Press the shutter button halfway and wait until two beeps sound.

• Without releasing your finger, press the button.

• The icon will display.

• Re-aim the camera to compose the shot.

• To release the AE lock, press the button.

• The AE lock may release if you press any button other than the button.

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Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)

You can adjust and lock the flash output to suit a specific portion of the subject.

• Turn on the LCD monitor.

• Set the flash to and focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting.

• Press the shutter button halfway and wait until two beeps sound.

• Without releasing your finger, press the button.

• The icon will display.

• The flash will fire a pre-flash and lock the flash exposure to the required intensity to illuminate the subject.

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• Re-aim the camera to compose the shot and press the shutter button all the way.

• To release the FE lock, press the button.

• The FE lock may release if you press any button other than the button.

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Switching between Autofocus Modes

Although the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting, you can switch modes to one that uses a fixed AF frame at the center of the field.

The AF frames will appear in the LCD monitor if it is turned on (p. 29).

On

Off

The camera focuses using the AF frame that it selects to suit the shooting conditions.

The camera focuses using the center AF frame. This is convenient for focusing on a specific part of a subject with greater certainty.

• The symbol represents the AF frames as they appear in the LCD monitor.



• Use the or button to select [On] or

[Off].

• A shot can be taken immediately after.


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Switching between Light Metering Modes

You can switch between metering modes to shoot.

Evaluative

Light

Metering

Spot AE

Point

Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering. It evaluates the complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.

Meters the area within the spot AE point at the center of the LCD monitor. Use this mode when the subject is backlit or surrounded by strong light.

• Display or .

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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 or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots.

• Use the or button to adjust the exposure compensation.

• The settings can be adjusted in 1/3 steps in the range of -2EV to +2EV.

• You can confirm the effect of the exposure compensation setting in the

LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is on.


The menu will reappear after the shot, allowing you to further adjust the setting.

• Reset the exposure compensation by returning the setting to 0.

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Shooting in Long Shutter Mode

You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter.



• Use the or button to select [On].

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menu.

Long Shutter Menu

• Use the or button to select the long shutter menu and the or button to select a shutter speed.



• While the menu is displayed, press the long shutter mode and finish the procedure.

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• The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality images.

Nevertheless, a certain amount of processing time may be required before the next image can be shot.

• Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness.

• Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If that occurs, shoot with the flash set to .

• The following are unavailable:

- Exposure Compensation

- Light Metering

- AE Lock

- ISO speed [AUTO]

• Available Shutter Speeds

The following shutter speeds (in seconds) are available.

1, 1.3, 1.6, 2, 2.5, 3.2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15

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Setting the White Balance

Setting the white balance to match the dominant light source when shooting will adjust the image coloring to the correct settings for that type of light. Set the white balance mode to a natural or artificial light setting according to the circumstances.

Auto

Daylight

Cloudy

Tungsten

The camera sets the white balance automatically according to shooting conditions.

For recording outdoors on a bright day.

For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies.

Fluorescent

For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3wavelength fluorescent lighting.

For recording under warm-white, cool-white or warmwhite (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.

Fluorescent H For recording under daylight fluorescent, or daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting.

Custom For setting a custom value with a white sheet of paper, etc., to obtain the optimal white balance for the conditions.

• Press the button repeatedly until the White Balance Settings menu displays.

• Use the or button to select a setting. (See the next page for .)

• You can confirm the effect of the setting in the LCD monitor when the

LCD monitor is on.



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• This setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or

(B/W) photo effects are selected.

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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 an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color.

• Press the button repeatedly until the White Balance Settings menu displays.


• Aim the camera at the white paper or cloth, or gray card and press the button.

• Aim the camera so that the white paper or cloth, or gray card completely fills the frame on the LCD monitor or the entire viewfinder before pressing the button. The camera reads the white balance data when you press the button.



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• You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero ( ±0) before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect

(image appears completely black or white).

• It is also advisable to use the LCD monitor to compose the shot and to zoom in to the maximum telephoto setting.

• Since the white balance data cannot be read in and mode, preset the white balance in another shooting mode first before selecting the or mode.

• If the flash fires when setting a custom white balance with the flash set to or , make sure that you also use the flash when you go to shoot. The correct white balance cannot be obtained unless the flash is used consistently. To ensure consistency, set the flash to or as appropriate.

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Changing the Photo Effect

You can shoot with different photo effects.

Photo Effect Off Records with no effect.

Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors.

Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues.

Low Sharpening Records subjects with softened outlines.

Sepia

B/W

Records in sepia tones.

Records in black and white.

• Press the button repeatedly until the Photo Effect Setup menu displays.

• Use the or button to select [Photo

Effect].

• You can confirm the photo effect in the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is on.



Shooting

Adjusting the ISO Speed

Adjust the ISO speed when you wish to shoot in a dark area or use a fast shutter speed.



• Use the or button to select a setting.

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• When AUTO is selected, the camera automatically adjusts the ISO speed to a range of 50 to 150.

• Higher ISO speeds increase image noise. To take clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible.

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Setting the Auto Rotate Function

The camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera on end and automatically rotates it to the correct viewing orientation in the display.

You can set this function on / off.




[Off].


• When the Auto Rotate function is set to

On and the LCD monitor is set to the detailed display mode, the icon

(normal), icon (right end is down) or

icon (left end is down) will appear in the upper right of the display.

• When the camera is held on end to shoot, the Intelligent

Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down.” It then only uses the upper two of the three AF frames (when the AiAF function is On) to raise the accuracy of the focus, exposure and white balance metering.

The bottom AF frame disappears. This function operates regardless of the On/Off status of the Auto Rotate function.

• This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Check that the arrow is pointing in the right direction and if it is not, then set the Auto Rotate function to [Off].

• Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to on, the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images.

Shooting

Resetting the File Number

You can select the way file numbers are assigned.

On

Off

The 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.




[Off].

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• Setting the File No. Reset to Off is useful for avoiding file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer.

• About File Numbers

Images are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900 and organized in folders generally containing up to 100 images.

Folders are assigned numbers from 100 to 998 (a folder with

99 in the last two digits cannot be created). Since images shot in the , or mode are always saved in the same folder, some folders may contain 101 or more images.

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Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

The chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings selected in each shooting mode are saved after you finish shooting, and when you switch between shooting modes.

Function

Resolution

Compression

Flash

Macro Mode

Infinity Mode

Focus Lock

AE Lock

FE Lock

Shooting

Method

Single

Continuous

Self-timer

Autofocus Method

Large

Medium

Small

Movie

Movie

Movie

Superfine

Fine

Normal

Auto

Red-Eye Reduction Auto

On

Off

Slow-Synchro

-

-

●

-

-

● *

-

Auto Manual Stitch

Assist

●

●

* ● *

●

▲

▲

*

● ● ▲

-

-

-

▲

▲ *

▲

-

-

-

●

●

●

● *

● *

●

●

●

●

●

●

●

●

●

●

● *

●

-

-

●

●

●

● *

● *

-

●

-

●

-

▲

-

-

▲ *

-

-

▲

▲

▲

▲

▲ *

-

-

Movie

Reference

Page p. 47 p. 47 p. 49 p. 49 p. 58 p. 60 p. 61

p. 51 p. 52 p. 62 p. 45 p. 45 p. 45 p. 47 p. 47 p. 47 p. 45 p. 45 p. 45 p. 45 p. 45 p. 45

-

-

-

-

-

●

●

-

-

●

-

●

-

-

● *

-

-

-

-

●

● *

●

-

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Function

AF-assist Beam

Light Metering

Digital Zoom

Exposure Compensation

Long Shutter

White Balance

Photo Effect

ISO Speed

Auto Rotate

Auto

●

-

●

-

-

-

-

-

(2)

●

Manual Stitch

Assist

●

●

●

●

● (1)

●

●

●

●

▲

-

-

▲

-

▲

▲

-

(2)

▲

Movie

●

-

-

●

-

●

●

-

(2)

-

Reference

Page

* Default setting.

● Setting available.

▲ Setting can only be selected for the first image.

■ (Shaded Area): Setting is memorized even when the camera power is shut off.

• With the exception of the [Date / Time], [Language] and [Video System] settings, all the other menu settings and changes made with the camera buttons can be reset to the default values in a single operation. (p. 124)

(1)

(2)

The ISO speed cannot be set to [AUTO].

The ISO speed is automatically set between the equivalent of 50 and 150.

p. 35 p. 63 p. 50 p. 64 p. 65 p. 67 p. 70 p. 71 p. 72

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Replaying

Viewing Images Individually

(Single Image View)

• Turn the mode switch to the position.

• The last recorded image will appear in the display (single image replay).

• Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next. Holding the button down advances the images more rapidly, but the images will not appear as clearly.

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Magnifying Images

• Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times.

Approximate Location of the Magnified Area

• Use the / / / buttons to move around the image.

• Hold the button down and press the zoom lever toward to cycle through each setting, from approximately 2.5 times, to approximately 5 and 10 times.

• Press the zoom lever toward to cease magnifying the image.

• Movie frames and index replayed images cannot be magnified.

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Viewing Images in Sets of Nine

(Index View)

• Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index replay.

Selected

Image

Movie

• Use the / / / buttons to change the image selection.

• Press the zoom lever toward to display the selected image in single image replay.

Switching between Sets of Nine Images

• Successive sets of nine images can be shown in the display.

• Use the button to move to the previous set and the button to move to the next.

• Hold the button down and press the or button to jump to the first or last set.

• Press the zoom lever toward to return to standard index replay.

Viewing Movies

Movie clips can be replayed with the following procedures.

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•Movies cannot be played in the index replay mode.

• Use the or button to select a movie.

• Images with a icon are movies.

• The movie control panel will display.

• Use the or button to select

(Play).

• The movie images and sound will play.

• When a movie is finished, it stops and displays its last frame.

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Pausing and Resuming Play

• Press the button to pause the movie. Press it again to resume.

Fast Forwarding / Rewinding

• Use the or button to select one of the following.

Play

Previous Frame / Rewind

Next Frame / Fast Forward

First Frame

Last Frame

Return to Single Image View

• The sound can also be played when a movie is displayed on a TV (p. 113).

• You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when replaying a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources.

• Movies shot with other cameras may not replay on this camera. See the List of Messages (p. 125).

Rotating Images in the Display

Images can be rotated clockwise 90º or 270º in the display.

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0º(Original)

In the (Play) menu, select .

90º 270º


• Cycle through the 90º/270º/0º orientations with each press of the button.

• Press the button repeatedly until the replay screen reappears to finish the procedure.

• Movies 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.

• Images taken vertically with the Auto Image Rotate (p. 72) is set to [On] will automatically be rotated to the vertical position when viewed on the camera’s LCD monitor.

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Automated Playback

(Slide Shows)

Starting a Slide Slow

A selection of images or all the images on a CF card can be displayed one-by-one in an automated slide show.

Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 90).

All Images Plays all images on the CF card in order.

Slide Show 1-3 Plays the images selected for each slide show in order.



• The Slide Show menu will display.


[Program] and the or button to select [All Images], [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].


[Start].

• The slide show will start and automatically stop at the end of the show.


• Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of the time set in the slide show settings.

• The power save function does not activate during a slide show (p. 27).

Replaying

Pausing / Resuming a Slide Show

• Press the button to pause the slide show. Press the button again to restart it.

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Fast Forwarding/Rewinding a Slide Show

• Use the or button to display the previous or next image. Hold down the button to advance through the images more rapidly.

Stopping a Slide Show

• Press the button to stop the slide show and redisplay the Slide Show menu.

Selecting Images for Slide Shows

You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3. Up to 998 images may be marked per slide show. Images display in the order of their selection.

Display the Slide Show menu (p. 82).

• Use the button to select [Program] and the or button to select [Show

1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].

• Use the button and the or button to choose [Select].

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Selection Number

• A checkmark will appear beside a show already containing images.

• Use the or button to move between images and the or button to select or deselect them.

Selected images display a number corresponding to their selection order and a white checkmark.

• You can press the zoom lever toward

to switch to the index mode (3 images) and use the same procedures to select images.

Selection Number

• While in index replay, you can clear all of the images by pressing the button, using the or button to select [Clear All] and pressing the button again.


Replaying

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 continuously.

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Play Time

Repeat

Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between

3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual.

Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped.

Display the Slide Show menu (p. 82).

• Use the or button to select [Set up].

• Use the or button to select or and the or button to select an option.

Select a play time.

Select [On] or [Off].


• The display interval may vary slightly from the set time for some images when played.

• Slide shows are easy to arrange on a computer with the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide.

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Protecting Images

You can protect important images from accidental erasure.



• Use the or button to select an image to protect.

• Press the button to protect the image. Press the button again to remove the protection.

• You can make the selection of images easier by toggling between single image replay and index replay by pressing the zoom lever toward / .

Protection Icon


• Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all data, including protected images.

Erasing

Erasing Single Images

• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered.

Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.

• Protected images cannot be erased with this function.

• Use the or button to select an image for deletion.

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• Use the or button to select [Erase].

• To exit instead of erasing, select

[Cancel].

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Erasing All Images

• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered.

Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.

• Protected images cannot be erased with this function.



• Use the or button to select [OK].

• To exit instead of erasing, select

[Cancel].

Erasing

Formatting CF Cards

New CF cards must be formatted with the following procedures before use.

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• Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.




• To exit instead of formatting, select

[Cancel].

• When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted CF card might be the cause. Reformatting the CF card may solve the problem.

• When a non-Canon brand CF card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.

• CF cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.

When that happens, reformat the CF card with this camera.

If formatting in the camera doesn’t work properly, turn the camera off and re-insert the CF card. Then turn the camera back on and format again.

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Printing

About Printing

This camera supports direct printing. By connecting the camera to an optional printer or Bubble Jet printer (sold separately) that supports the camera’s direct print function, you can send the images from the CF card directly to the printer using the camera buttons. In addition, you can have prints made to specification by a photo developing service by sending your CF card with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format ) print settings set in advance on your camera.

Please refer to the System Map supplied with your camera for direct print function compatible printer information.

Digital Camera

DPOF Print Settings

• Select the images you wish to print (p. 103).

▼

• Set the number of print copies (p. 104).

▼

• Set the print style (p. 106).

- Standard/Index.

- Date: On/Off.

- File Numbers: On/Off.

DPOF Transfer Order

• Select the images to send by email (p. 111)

Software that supports DPOF transfer order settings is required

CF Card

Printer with the direct print function

BJ Printer with the direct print function

Setting Print Settings for Direct Printing

• Setting the Number of Print Copies (p. 99)

▼

• Setting the Print Style (p. 99)

- Standard/Multiple

(Direct Print Function Compatible Printer)

- Paper: Card #1/Card #2/Card #3/LTR/A4

(Direct Print Function Compatible BJ Printer)

- Bordered/Borderless

- Date: On/Off

▼

• Setting the Printing Area (p. 101)

Photo Developing

Service

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Print Menu Settings

Use the Print menu to set print related settings. The following diagrams illustrate how to use the Print menu.

Direct Print Function

Set the Mode Switch to

DPOF Print Settings

Set the Mode Switch to

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Turn the menu On/Off.

Selects items and settings.

Sets items and settings.

Style

Image (p. 99)

Borders (p. 99)

Date (p. 99)

Number of Copies (p. 99)

Printing Area (p. 101)

Order Number of Copies (p. 103)

Print Type (p. 106)

Set up Date (p. 106)

File No. (p. 106)

Reset (p. 108)

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Connecting a Printer

You can make clear prints swiftly and easily when you connect the camera to a direct print function compatible printer. You can also print using DPOF print settings.

• You are recommended to use a household power source rather than the battery pack to power the camera when it is connected to a printer. If you do use a battery pack, ensure that it is fully charged and monitor the battery charge while printing.

• Please see the System Map supplied with your camera for the list of direct print function compatible printers.

• Please see your printer’s user guide for information about installing paper and ink cassettes / tanks.

Connecting to a Direct Print Function Compatible Printer

Your printer should come equipped with two direct interface cables. To connect to this camera, please use the cable (DIF-200) that has the symbol on its connector.

Shut the camera’s power off (p. 26).

To an Electrical

Outlet

• Attach the power cable to the printer and insert its plug into an electrical outlet.

• You can also power the printer with a rechargeable battery if it is so equipped.

Please see your printer’s user guide.

Direct Interface

Cable (DIF-200)

Align the symbols on the camera and cable to connect them.

Printing

• Attach the direct interface cable to the printer.

• Open the terminal cover on the camera and insert the cable’s connector into the camera’s DIGITAL • A / V OUT terminal. Orient the cable so that the connector’s symbol faces the camera’s front panel.

• Set the mode switch to the position and turn on the camera’s power.

• will display when the printer is correctly connected.

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This shows when a direct print function compatible printer is connected.

Connecting to a Bubble Jet Printer

• Please read the Quick Start Guide supplied with your BJ printer to see if it is compatible with camera’s direct print function, and for instructions on connection cables and general operation.

Shut the camera’s power off (p. 26).

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To the BJ Printer

• Attach the interface cable to the BJ printer.

• Open the terminal cover on the camera and insert the cable’s connector into the camera’s DIGITAL • A / V OUT terminal. Orient the cable so that the word Canon on the connector faces the camera’s front panel.

Interface Cable

• Set the mode switch to the position and turn on the camera’s power.

• will display when the printer is correctly connected.

This shows when a BJ printer is connected.

• Ensure that you push the [Push] button on the connector to remove the cable from the camera’s DIGITAL • A / V OUT terminal.

• The following cannot be conducted while the printer is connected.

- Playing movies

- Setting the language with the and the button combination.

• When the printer is disconnected, the or symbol will disappear from the LCD monitor and the camera will revert to the standard replay mode.

Printing

Printing

• The following illustrations show examples from a direct print function compatible printer. Options for the Style category will differ slightly for

BJ printers.

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Print images displayed in single image replay or index replay mode.

• Use the or button to select the images you wish to print.

• Specify the print copies, print style and print area as required.

- Setting the Number of Print Copies

(p. 99)

- Setting the Print Style (p. 99)

- Setting the Printing area (p. 101)

• Use the / / / buttons to select [Print].

• To quit the procedure instead, select

[Cancel].

• Press the button to start printing.

• The replay screen will reappear when printing is successfully concluded.

• Movies cannot be printed.

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• Canceling Printing

Press the button to stop printing. A confirmation message will display. Use the or button to select [OK] and press the button.

• Direct Print Function Compatible Printers

A print in progress cannot be stopped. The printer will stop after the current print is complete and the camera will display its replay screen at that point.

• BJ Printers

The printer will stop printing the current image and eject the paper.

• Printing Errors

An error message will display if an error occurs while printing (p. 127, 128). Use the or button to select

[Stop] or [Resume] and press the button. (With a BJ printer, the print will automatically restart if the error is resolved.)

• Direct Print Function Compatible Printers

The Resume option may not appear with some types of error. In that case, select Stop.

• BJ Printers

The type of error will determine whether the Continue or Stop options appear. An error number will appear on the BJ printer’s operation panel. See the printer’s user guide for the recommended course of action for each error type.

Printing

Setting the Print Settings

(Direct Print Function )

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Setting the Number of Print Copies


[Copies] and the or button to select the number. Up to 99 copies may be specified.

Setting the Print Style

You can select from among the following print styles.

Direct Print Function Compatible Printer

Image

Borders

Date

Standard

Multiple*

Borderless

Prints one image per page.

Prints eight copies of the same image on one page.

Prints right to the edges of the paper.

Bordered Prints with a border.

Prints the image’s creation date.

* This option is only available for printing on card-size paper.

BJ Printer

Paper

Borders

Date

Borderless

Bordered

Select a paper size from the following:

Card #1, Card #2, Card #3, LTR and

A4. See the printer’s user guide for its media specifications.

Prints right to the edges of the paper.

Prints with a border.

Prints the image’s creation date.

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Current print style selection

• Use the or button to select [Style].

• Use the or button to select ,

, , or and the or button to select an option.

(Image Settings)

(Direct Print Function Compatible Printer)

Select [Standard] or [Multiple].

(Paper)

(BJ Printer)

Select [Card #1], [Card #2], [Card #3],

[LTR] or [A4].

(Borders)

Select [Borderless] or [Bordered].

(Date)

Select [On] or [Off].

Printing

• Press the procedure.

button to finish the

• Practically all of the image area is printed on Bordered prints.

• With borderless or multiple prints, the center portion of the image (as shown in the LCD monitor) is slightly enlarged to fill the space. Consequently, the top, bottom and sides of the image may be cropped slightly.

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• The date settings are overridden by the DPOF print settings if you are using them to print (p. 106).

• If you are using a camera-direct printer, the date and borders settings cannot be selected when the Multiple option is selected. (Images are printed without a date or border.)

Setting the Printing Area

You can select between the following three options to set the printing area for an image.

Top Prints the upper portion of the image.

Center Prints the center portion of the image.

Bottom Prints the lower portion of the image.

• Set the print style (image, borders, date, etc.) before setting the printing area (p. 99).

• The printing area can be set when the [Borderless] and

[Multiple] options have been selected.

• The printing area may shift right or left if the paper size is set to L or the image setting in the print style is set to

Multiple.

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[Printing area] and the or button to select , or .

• The printing area setting only applies to one image.

• The printing area setting is canceled with the following operations:

- When the image is printed,

- When a printing area is set for another image,

- When the print mode is closed (camera power shut off, mode dial is turned, cancel is selected without printing after the print area is set, or the direct interface cable is detached).

Printing

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

You can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer or a direct print function compatible BJ printer.

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Selecting Images for Printing

There are two ways to select images.

• Singly

• All images on a CF card (the number of print copies is set to one per image)

• See Print Menu Settings (p. 92).

Display the Print Order

Menu.

• Use the or button to select [Print

Order].

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Single Images

• As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings (p. 106).

(Standard) / (Both)

• Use the or button to select an image and the or button to select the number of print copies (up to maximum of 99).

Number of Print Copies

Selected for an Index Print

(Index)

• Use the or button to move to an image and the or button to select or deselect it. A checkmark displays on selected images.

• You can use the same procedures to select images in index replay (3 images).

Press the zoom lever toward to switch between single image replay and index replay.

• Press the button repeatedly until the replay screen reappears to complete the procedure.

Printing

All the Images on a CF Card

• Switch to index replay (3 images).

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[Mark all].

• Selecting [Mark all] selects all of the card’s images.

• Press the button to set the number of print copies to 1 for each image.

• When the print type is set to Standard or Both, the number of print copies can be set individually for each image.

When Index is selected, the print settings can be deleted (p. 104).


• The symbol will display on images that have had print settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.

• The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings.

• Print settings cannot be set for movie images.

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• Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.

• A maximum of 998 images can be selected per CF card.

• When [Both] is selected, the number of print copies can be set, but it applies to Standard prints only. The Index setting only produces one print copy.

• Print settings can also be assigned to images with the bundled software programs on a computer.

Setting the Print Style

The following print settings can be selected.

Print Type

Date

File No.

Standard Prints one image per page.

Index

Both

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.



Menu.

• Use the or button to select [Set up].

Printing

• Use the or button to select , or , and the or button to select an option.

(Print Type)

• Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both].

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(Date)

• Select [On] or [Off].

(File No.)

• Select [On] or [Off].


• When the print type is set to [Index], only one or the other of the [Date] and [File No.] options can be set to [On] at the same time.

• The date prints as the date and time in the format specified in the Set Date / Time menu (p. 24).

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Resetting the Print Settings

The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type resets to

Standard and the Date and File No. options to Off.



Menu.


[Reset].


• To exit without resetting, select

[Cancel].

Printing

Printing with DPOF Print Settings

The DPOF print settings can be used to print on a direct print function compatible printer or a direct print function compatible BJ printer.



Menu.

• Use the / / / button to select

[Print].

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• Set the print style as required (p. 106).

• The print style cannot be set for images that have had the print type set to

Index in the DPOF print settings. (You can also select the type of paper when printing with a BJ printer.)

• Use the / / / buttons to select [OK].

• Press the button to start printing.

• The replay screen will reappear when printing is successfully concluded.

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• To include the date in the prints, set the Date setting in the Set up menu in Step 1 above to [On]. You cannot set the date to print with the Style menu in Step 2 above. Please note however, that the date will not print if the print type is set to Index even if it is turned On in Step 1.

• When the print type is set to [Both], it is possible to have both the [Date] and [File No.] options set to [On], but only the file number will print on the Index print.

• When the print type is set to [Standard], file numbers will not be printed even if they are set to [On].

• The maximum number of images printed on one page in the Index print type depends upon the selected paper size.

- Card Size: 20 images

- L Size: 42 images

- Postcard Size: 63 images

(Please refer to your Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide for an explanation of the number of images printed with a Bubble Jet Printer.)

• Canceling Printing

See page 98.

• Restarting Printing

In the Print Order menu, use the or button to select [Resume] and press the button. The remainder of the selected images will print.

Printing cannot be resumed under the following circumstances:

- If the print settings were changed before printing is restarted,

- If images with print settings were deleted before printing is restarted,

- If there was insufficient spare capacity on the CF card when printing was halted.

Under these circumstances, you can select [OK] in the Print menu and reprint starting from the first image.

If printing was stopped because of a low battery charge, you are recommended to resume printing using a household power source. If you do use a battery pack, ensure that it is fully charged. Remember to turn the camera power on again before printing.

• Printing Errors

See page 98.

Image Transmission Settings

(DPOF Transfer Order)

You can use the camera to specify settings for images that you wish to send by email. Please use the software supplied with the camera to actually transfer the images to an email program. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.

• The symbol will display on images that have had print settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.

Selecting Images for Transferring



• The Transfer Order menu will display.

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• Use the or button to select [Order].

• Pressing [Reset] cancels the transfer settings for all images on the CF card.

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• Use the or button to move to an image and the or button to select or deselect it. A checkmark displays on selected images.

Selected for Transfer

• You can use the same procedures to select images in index replay (3 images).

Press the zoom lever toward to switch between single image replay and index replay.

• While in index replay, you can select all of the images by pressing the button, using the or button to select [Mark all] and pressing the button again.

• Press the button to complete the transfer settings and redisplay the

Transfer Order menu.

• Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.

• A maximum of 998 images can be selected per CF card.

• Transfer settings can also be assigned to images with the supplied software programs on a computer.

Shooting / Replaying with a TV

You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or replay images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV

Cable AVC-DC200. You must shut the TV and camera power off before you attach or detach the AV cable.

Yellow

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Black

• After you have attached the AV cable at both ends, turn on the TV and set its TV/Video switch to Video.

• Set the mode switch to , or and turn the camera power on.

You can shoot or replay images using the normal procedures.

• If the images are not appearing on the TV when shooting, press the button.

• A TV cannot be used in or mode.

• No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a TV.

• If the TV is a stereo model, you can plug the audio plug into either the left or right Audio In jack. Please refer to the TV’s manual for details.

• The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards. The default setting varies between regions.

NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan, etc.

PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania, etc.

If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly.

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Download images taken with the camera to a computer in one of the following ways:

• Directly from the CF card.

• Connecting the camera to a computer with the USB cable.

After installing the supplied software, download images automatically by simply connecting the camera to a computer with the supplied USB cable.

- For information about system requirements and for more details about how to download images, refer to the Software Starter Guide.

Downloading Directly from a CF Card

Images can be loaded directly from a CF card if you have a slot-equipped notebook computer, a PC card reader or a CF card reader.

Eject the CF card from the camera and insert it into a CF card reader connected to the computer.

If you are using a PC card reader, first insert the CF card into a PC card adapter (optional), and then insert the PC card adapter into the computer’s PC card reader.


Double-click the icon of the drive containing the CF card.

Copy the CF card’s images to the desired folder on the hard disk.

The images are contained in the [XXXCANON] folder, which is a subfolder of the [DCIM] folder on the CF card. The XXX represents a number from 100 to 998.

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• Some computers or memory card readers require the power to be off when the CF card is inserted into the slot.

Since this requirement varies between products, please consult the manual for your equipment.

Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable

Use the supplied USB cable to connect the computer’s USB port to the DIGITAL• A / V OUT Terminal on the camera.

USB Port

DIGITAL• A / V

OUT Terminal

USB Cable

2 1

1

2

Slip a fingernail under the upper edge of the terminal cover to open it.

Insert the connector with the symbols on the camera and cable aligned.

• You do not need to shut off the camera or computer to attach or detach USB interface cables.

• Please refer to your computer’s manual for the locations of the computer’s USB ports.

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Set the camera’s mode switch to the position.

The LCD monitor will turn on in replay mode and then blank out when the connection to the computer is complete.

• Ensure that you push the

[Push] button on the connector to remove the

USB cable from the camera’s DIGITAL • A / V

OUT terminal.

• It is recommended to power the camera from a household power outlet with the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK500 when connected to a computer (p. 129).

• If the USB cable is detached while the camera power is on, the camera will power down.

• When the camera is connected to a computer, a warning displays on the computer display after 5 minutes if the camera is not used. The camera shuts down if a further minute passes without a button being pressed. (Except when the camera’s auto power down function is set to off)

To restore power, press the main switch again.

Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for the subsequent procedures.

Lists of Menu Options and Messages

The following charts list the various menu contents. See Selecting Menus

and Settings (p. 37) to learn how to select a setting.

Rec. Menu

Item/Menu Screen

Resolution (Stills)

Options

Sets the number of pixels used to record images to CF cards.

• (Large)*

1600 x 1200 pixels

• (Medium)

1024 x 768 pixels

• (Small)

640 x 480 pixels

* Default setting

Reference

Page p. 45

Resolution (Movies) Sets the number of pixels used to record movies to CF cards.

• 640 x 480 pixels

• 320 x 240 pixels*

• 160 x 120 pixels p. 45

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Compression Sets the relative compression ratio used to record images to CF cards.

• Superfine

• Fine*

• Normal p. 45

ISO Speed Sets the sensitivity at which images are recorded.

• 50*

• 100

• 200

• 400

• AUTO p. 71

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Item/Menu Screen

AiAF

Options

Sets whether or not the camera automatically selects one of three AF frames or a fixed center AF frame.

• On*

• Off

Reference

Page p. 62

Digital Zoom Sets whether or not the optical zoom is supplemented by digital processing.

• On

• Off* p. 50

Self-timer Sets the duration before the selftimer releases the shutter.

• 10 seconds*

• 2 seconds p. 52

Review Sets the duration images display on the LCD monitor after the shutter button releases.

• Off

• 2 seconds*

• 10 seconds p. 44

AF-assist Beam Sets the AF-assist Beam to on or off.

• On*

• Off p. 35

Item/Menu Screen

File No. Reset

List of Menu Options and Messages

Options

Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new CF cards are inserted.

• On

• Off*

Reference

Page p. 73

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Auto Rotate Sets whether or not images shot with the camera on end are automatically rotated in the display.

• On*

• Off p. 72

Long Shutter Sets the shutter speed to slow settings.

• On

• Off* p. 65


Play Menu

Item/Menu Screen

Protect

Options

Prevents images from accidental erasure.

Reference

Page p. 86

Rotate Rotates images clockwise 90º or 270º in the display.

p. 81

Erase all Deletes all images from a CF card (except for protected images).

p. 88

Slide Show Plays images in automated slide shows.

p. 82

Item/Menu Screen

Print Order


Options

Selects images and the number of print copies for output to a direct print function compatible printer or a photo developing service.

Reference

Page p. 103

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Transfer Order Selects the images that will be transferred to your email software.

p. 111


Set up Menu

Item/Menu Screen

Beep

Options

* Default setting

Reference

Page

Sets whether or not a beep sounds when the shutter button is pressed or a menu operation is performed.

• On*

• Off

A beep still sounds to warn of errors even when Off is selected. p. 34

Power Save Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without something being pressed.

• On*

• Off p. 27

Date/Time Sets the date and time and the date format.

p. 24

Format Formats (initializes) CF cards.

p. 89

Item/Menu Screen

Language

Video System


Options

Sets the language used in menus and messages on the LCD monitor.

• English

• Deutsch

• Français

• Italiano

• Norsk

• Svenska

• Nederlands • Español

• Dansk • Chinese

• Suomi • Japanese

You can also change the language in replay mode by holding the SET button and pressing the MENU button.

Sets the video output signal standard.

• NTSC

• PAL

Reference

Page p. 25 p. 113

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Resetting All Settings to Their Default Values

You can reset all the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation except for the Date / Time, Language and Video

System settings.

• Press the ON / OFF button until the green power lamp lights.

• Set the mode switch to any position.

• Press and hold the more than 5 seconds.

button for


• To exit without resetting, select

[Cancel].

• White balance data recorded with the manual white balance function is not reset by this function (p. 68).


List of Messages

The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor while shooting or replaying.

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Busy...

No CF card

Cannot record!

Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card

You attempted to shoot or replay images without a CF card installed.

You attempted to shoot an image without a CF card installed.

CF card has experienced an anomaly.

CF card error!

CF card full

Naming error!

CF card is too full to accommodate more images or print settings.

The file could not be created because there is a file with the same name as the directory that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Rec. Menu, set the File Reset option to On. Save all the images you wish to retain onto a computer, then reformat the CF card. Please note that formatting will erase all the existing images and other data.

Change the battery pack Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace it at once with a charged one or recharge the battery pack.

No images recorded on CF card.

No image

Image too large You attempted to replay an image larger than 3200 x 2400 pixels or a movie clip recorded by another camera.

Incompatible JPEG format You attempted to replay an incompatible

JPEG file.


Corrupted Data

RAW

Unidentified Image

Cannot magnify!

Cannot rotate

Protected!

Too many marks

Unselectable image

Exx:

You attempted to replay an image with corrupted data.

You attempted to replay an image recorded in the RAW format.

You attempted to replay an image that was recorded in a special format

(proprietary format used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a movie clip recorded by another camera.

You attempted to magnify an image which was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer.

You attempted to rotate an image which was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer.

You attempted to erase a protected image.

Too many images have been marked with print settings, transfer settings or slide show settings. Cannot process any more.

You attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG file.

(xx: number) Camera malfunction. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or replay. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer

Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.

Check image in replay mode.


List of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print Function Compatible Printer is Connected

The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor while a direct print function compatible printer (sold separately) is connected.

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No Paper Paper cassette is empty or incorrectly installed. Paper feed may not be operating correctly.

No Ink

Incompatible paper size

Incompatible ink size

The ink cassette is empty or missing.

You attempted to print with a paper size incompatible with this camera.

You attempted to print with an ink cartridge type incompatible with this camera.

Ink Cassette Error There is a problem with the ink cassette.

Paper and ink do not match The paper size and ink type are from different sets.

Paper Jam Paper jammed during printing.

Paper has been changed

Ink has been changed

The paper size was changed between the time the Print Style menu was displayed and the time printing started.

The ink type was changed between the the time the Print Style menu was displayed and the time printing started.

Recharge the printer battery The printer’s battery is out of power.

Communication Error A communication error has occurred.

Cannot print!

You attempted to print an image shot by a different camera, one recorded in an incompatible format, or one downloaded to and edited with a computer.

Could not print XX images You attempted to print XX number of images with DPOF print settings that were shot by a different camera, recorded in an incompatible format, or downloaded to and edited with a computer.


List of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print Function

Compatible Bubble Jet Printer is Connected

The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor while a direct print function compatible Bubble Jet printer (sold separately) is connected.

Please also check the Quick Start Guide for the Bubble Jet printer, checking the error number displayed on the printer’s control panel against those listed in the guide.

Printer in use

Printer warming up

No printhead

Printer cover open

Media type error

Paper lever error

Low ink level

Waste tank full

Printer error

Printer is busy printing from a memory card in computer or printer. Printer will automatically start printing from camera when the current print queue empties.

Printer is warming up. When it is ready, the printer will start printing automatically.

No printhead installed in printer.

Secure the printer cover.

You selected a paper type incompatible with the printer. Select a compatible paper type in the Print Style menu.

Adjust the paper selection lever to the proper position.

Ink tank needs replacement soon.

Prepare a new ink tank. Select [Continue] in the error message to resume printing.

Restart printing by pressing RESUME/

CANCEL button on printer, but request a replacement waste ink tank from your retailer or service center (see printer

Quick Start Guide) soon.

Turn printer off and on again. If error persists, consult service center listed in printer Quick Start Guide.

Appendices

Using the Household Power Source

It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer.

• Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the electrical outlet.

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Compact Power Adapter

CA-PS500

• Open the battery cover and press the battery lock in the direction shown while inserting DC Coupler DR-500.

Insert the DC coupler all the way in until the battery lock clicks. Slide the battery cover closed.

Battery

Lock

DC Coupler

DR-500

• Open the DC coupler terminal cover and attach the cord to the DC terminal.

• After you have finished using the camera, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.

• Use of an AC adapter kit other than ACK500 may cause a malfunction in the camera or kit.

130 Appendices

Using a Car Battery Charger

(Optional)

Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 (sold separately) can be used to charge battery packs from an automobile’s cigarette lighter socket.

• Always ensure that the automobile’s engine is running when you use the car battery charger. Use of it with the engine off may flatten the battery in some automobiles.

Always unplug the car battery charger before turning off the engine.

To the cigarette lighter socket

• With the engine running, plug the car battery cable into the cigarette lighter socket and the battery charger.

Charging Indicator

• Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown.

• The charging indicator will shine red while the battery pack is charging. It will change to green when the charge is complete.

• After charging, unplug the car battery cable from the cigarette lighter socket and remove the battery pack.

• The battery will stop charging whenever you turn the engine off, so be sure to unplug the car battery cable from the cigarette lighter socket.

• Wait until the engine is running again to plug the car battery cable into the cigarette lighter socket.

• The car battery charger can only be used in a negative ground car. It cannot be used in a positive ground car.

Appendices

Camera Care and Maintenance

Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder and LCD monitor.

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• Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic cleansers or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment.

Camera Body

Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper.

Lens

First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth.

• Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens.

• If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support

Help Desk as listed on the separate Canon Customer

Support leaflet.

Viewfinder and LCD Monitor

Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently wipe with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt.

• Never rub or press strongly on the LCD monitor. These actions may damage it or lead to other problems.

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Camera will not operate

Camera will not record

Cause

Power is not turned on

Solution

• Press the ON/OFF button for a moment.

Battery cover or

CF card slot cover is open

• Confirm that the battery cover and CF card slot cover are securely closed.

Insufficient battery voltage

• Insert a fully charged battery into the camera.

• Use a household power source.

Poor contact between camera and battery terminals

• Wipe the terminals with a clean dry cloth.

Mode switch is set to (Replay)

• Turn the mode dial to the

or position.

Flash is charging

CF card is full

• Wait until the flash charges.

You can press the shutter button when the indicator glows a steady orange.

• Insert a new CF card.

• If required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the CF card to make space.

CF card is not formatted correctly

• Format CF card (See Formatting

CF Cards p. 89).

• If reformatting doesn’t work, the CF card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest

Canon Customer Support Help

Desk.

Appendices

Problem

Lens will not retract

Battery pack consumed quickly

Battery life exceeded if battery pack loses its charge quickly at room temperature (23º

C/73º F)

• Replace the battery pack with a new one.

Battery pack will not charge

Battery cover or

CF card slot cover was opened while recording to the

CF card (warning signal sounds)

• First close the battery cover or

CF card slot cover and then turn the power off.

Battery pack life exceeded

Poor contact between battery pack and battery charger

• Replace the battery pack with a new one.

• Insert battery pack securely into battery charger.

• Ensure that battery charger plug is securely plugged into the electrical outlet.

Image is blurred or out of focus

Cause

Battery cover or

CF card slot cover was opened with power on

Solution

• First close the battery cover or

CF card slot cover and then turn the power off.

Camera moved • Be careful not to move the camera while pressing the shutter button.

Autofocus function hampered by obstruction to AFassist Beam

• Be careful not to block the AFassist Beam with fingers or other items.

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134 Appendices

Problem

Image is blurred or out of focus

Cause

AF-assist Beam is set to off

Subject in recorded image is too dark

Subject is out of focal range

Insufficient light for shooting

Solution

• Set the AF-assist Beam to on.

(p. 118)

• Ensure there is at least 57 cm

(1.9 ft.) between the camera lens and subject.

• Use the Macro mode to shoot close-ups between 10 and 57 cm (3.9 in. to 1.9 ft.) from the lens when set to wide angle and between 27 and 57 cm (10.6 in. to 1.9 ft.) when set to telephoto.

•Use the Infinity mode to shoot distant subjects.

• Set the flash to on.

Subject is dark in contrast to the background

• Set the exposure compensation to a positive (+) setting or use the spot metering function.

Subject is too far away for flash to reach

• Shoot within 3 m (9.8 ft.) of the subject at the maximum wide angle or 2 m (6.6 ft.) of the subject at the maximum telephoto setting when using the flash.

Subject in recorded image is too bright

Subject is too close, making the flash too strong

• When using the flash, stay at least 27 cm (10.6 in.) from the subject.

Subject is bright in contrast to the background

• Set the exposure compensation to a negative (-) setting or use the spot metering function.

Appendices

Problem

Subject in recorded image is too bright

Cause Solution

Light is shining directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera

• Change the shooting angle.

Flash does not fire

Flash is set to on

Flash is set to off

Image not showing on TV monitor

Incorrect video system setting

• Set the flash to off.

• Set the flash to on.

• Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or

PAL, for your TV (p. 123).

Zoom does not work

Shooting mode set to or (Stitch

Assist)

• The output will not appear on a

TV in or (Stitch Assist) mode. Shoot in a different mode.

Zoom lever pressed during movie recording

• Adjust the zoom before shooting a movie.

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Specifications

All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods.

Subject to change without notice.

PowerShot S200 DIGITAL ELPH / DIGITAL IXUS v

2

Camera Effective Pixels:

Image Sensor:

Lens:

Digital Zoom:

Optical Viewfinder:

LCD Monitor:

Autofocus:

Focusing Range:

Shutter:

Shutter Speed:

Light Metering Method:

Exposure Control:

Exposure Compensation:

Sensitivity:

Approx. 2 million

1 / 2.7 in. CCD

(Total number of pixels: approx. 2.1 million)

5.4 (W) - 10.8 (T) mm

(35 mm film equivalent: 35-70mm)

F2.8 (W) - 4 (T)

Maximum 2.5 x (Maximum 5 x with optical zoom)

Primary imaging real-image optical zoom viewfinder

1.5 in. low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD, approx. 120,000 pixels

TTL 3-point AiAF / TTL 1-point center AF

Focus lock possible

Normal: 57 cm (1.9 ft.) - '

Macro AF: 10- 57 cm (3.9 in. -1.9 ft.) (W)

27- 57 cm (10.6 in. - 1.9 ft.) (T)

Mechanical + electronic

15 - 1 / 1500 sec.

• 1- 1 / 6 sec. possible at flash-off or slow-synchro in manual mode

• 15 - 1 sec. possible in long shutter mode

• Noise reduction processing on speeds between

15 - 1.3 sec.

Evaluative metering (linked to focusing point)/

Spot metering

Program AE / Manual

± 2 EV (in 1/3-stop increments)

ISO 50 / 100 / 200 /400 equivalent and Auto

(in Auto mode, camera automatically adjusts sensitivity in the range of ISO 50 to ISO 150 equivalent)

(W): wide angle (T): telephoto

Specifications

White Balance:

Flash:

Flash Range:

TTL auto / preset (daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, fluorescent H) or custom white balance

Red-eye reduction auto / auto / on /off /slow-synchro

Normal mode: 57 cm - 3.0 m (1.9- 9.8 ft.) (W)

57 cm - 2.0 m (1.9- 6.6 ft.) (T)

Macro Mode: 27-57 cm (10.6 in.- 1.9 ft.) (W / T)

Shooting Modes:

Continuous Shooting:

Auto / manual / stitch assist / movie

Approx. 2.5 images / sec.

(Large / Fine mode, LCD monitor off)

Shoots after approx. 10 sec. or approx. 2 sec.

Self-timer:

PC Connected Shooting:

Recording Media:

File Format:

Available (USB connection only. Exclusive software program “Remote Capture” is included in the camera kit.)

CompactFlash™ card (Type I)

Design rule for Camera File System, DPOF compliant

Image Recording Format Still images: JPEG (Exif 2.2)*

Movies: AVI - Image data: Motion JPEG

- Audio data: WAVE (monaural)

Superfine / fine / normal Compression:

Number of Recording Pixels: Still images: large 1600 x 1200 pixels medium 1024 x 768 pixels

Movies: small 640 x 480 pixels

640 x 480 pixels (Approx. 4 sec.)



Approx. 20 frames / sec

• The data in parentheses refer to the maximum movie length per shooting

Replay Modes:

Display Languages:

Interface:

Single image view / index view (9 thumbnails)/ zoomed view (LCD monitor zooms images up to

10 x ) / slide show / printing with Card Photo Printer

CP-100, CP-10 or Bubble Jet Printer (Direct Print)

English, Deutsch, Français, Nederlands, Dansk,

Suomi, Italiano, Norsk, Svenska, Español, Chinese and Japanese

Universal Serial Bus (USB), Audio / Video output

(NTSC or PAL selectable, Monaural audio)

(W): wide angle (T): telephoto

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138 Specifications

Power Source:

Operating Temperatures:

Operating Humidity:

Dimensions (w x h x d):

Weight:

Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery

(type: NB-1LH / NB-1L)

Compact Power Adapter CA-PS500

Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1

0º- 40º C (32º - 104º F)

10% - 90%

87.0 x 57.0 x 26.7 mm (3.4 x 2.2 x 1.1 in.)

(excluding protrusions)

Approx. 180 g (6.4 oz.)

(camera body only)

* This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.

Battery Capacity

Battery Pack NB-1LH

(fully charged)

Number of recordable images

Replay

LCD monitor on

LCD monitor off

Approx. 150 images

Approx. 420 images

Approx. 100 minutes

• Excludes movie data.

• At low operating temperatures, the battery performance may drop and the low battery icon may appear sooner than at high temperature. To improve performance at these temperatures, warm the battery in your pocket just before using it in the camera.

Test Criteria

Shooting: Room temperature (23º C/73º F), alternating between wide angle and telephoto every 20 second, flash used one in four shots, power turned off and on again after every eighth shot.

Replaying: Room temperature (23º C/73º F), continuous replay at 3 seconds per image.

Specifications

CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)

(1600 x 1200 pixels)

(1024 x 768 pixels)

16

24

46

35

50

FC-8M FC-16M FC-32M FC-64M FC-128M

7 15 31 64 128

11

24

24

48

49

99

100

200

200

401

32

49

92

70

99

67

102

189

143

206

135

205

379

288

415

271

412

760

577

831 (640 x 480 pixels)

MOVIE

87 172 353 707 1417

(640 x 480 pixels) 6 sec. 13 sec.

27 sec.

56 sec.

113 sec.

(320 x 240 pixels) 18 sec. 36 sec.

75 sec.

152 sec.

305 sec.

(160 x 120 pixels) 48 sec. 97 sec. 198 sec.

399 sec.

799 sec.

• The maximum length of a movie clip recording is approximately: 4 sec. ( ),

10 sec. ( ) or 30 sec. ( ). The time shown are the maximum continuous recording times.

• (Large), (Medium), (Small), , and indicate the recording resolution.

• (Superfine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate the compression setting.

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Image File Sizes (Estimated)

Resolution

(1600 x 1200 pixels)

(1024 x 768 pixels)

(640 x 480 pixels)

Movies

(640 x 480 pixels)

(320 x 240 pixels)

(160 x 120 pixels)

957 KB

450 KB

208 KB

Compression

611 KB

294 KB

141 KB

900 KB

380 KB

130 KB

302 KB

155 KB

79 KB

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CompactFlash™ Card

Card Slot Type:

Dimensions:

Weight:

Type I

36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.)

Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.)

Battery Pack NB-1LH

Type:

Nominal Voltage:

Typical Capacity:

Cycle Life:


Dimensions:

Weight:

Rechargeable Lithium Ion Cell

3.7 V

840 mAh

Approx. 300 times

0 - 40 ºC (32 - 104 ºF)

32.3 x 49.8 x 10.6 mm (1.3 x 1.9 x 0.4 in.)

Approx. 29 g (1.0 oz.)

Battery Charger CB-2LS/CB-2LSE

Rated Input:

Rated Output:

Charging Time:


Dimensions:

100-240 V AC (50 / 60 Hz)

0.075 A (100 V) - 0.045 A (240 V)

4.2 V DC / 0.5 A

Approx. 130 minutes*

0 - 40 ºC (32 - 104 ºF)

90.4 x 56.0 x 28.0 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 1.1 in.)

Weight: Approx. 78 g (2.8 oz.)

* When charging Battery Pack NB-1LH

Compact Power Adapter CA-PS500

Rated Input:

Rated Output


Dimensions:

Weight:

(Included with the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK500)

100 - 240 V AC (50 / 60 Hz)

0.17 A

4.3 V DC / 1.5 A

0 - 40 ºC (32 - 104 ºF)

42.6 x 104.4 x 31.4 mm (1.7 x 4.1 x 1.2 in.)

Approx. 180 g (6.3 oz.)

Specifications

Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1

(Optional)

Rated Input:

Rated Output:

Charging Time:


DC 12 - 24 V, 4.3 W

4.2 V DC, 0.55 A

Approx. 130 minutes*

0 - 40 º C (32-104 º F)

Dimensions: 90.4 x 56.0 x 28.0 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 1.1 in.)

Weight: Approx. 106 g (3.7 oz.)

* When charging Battery Pack NB-1LH

141

142

Index

A

AC Adapter Kit (ACK500) 129

AE Lock 60

AF Frame 31, 62

AF-assist Beam 35

AF Lock 58

AiAF 33

Autofocus 33, 62

Autofocus Lock 58

Auto Mode 42

Auto Rotate 72

AV Cable AVC-DC200 113

B

Battery

Battery Pack Charge

Capacity 138

Handling 19

Installing 20

Recharging 18

Battery Pack 18

18

C

Care and Maintenance 131

CF Card

Capacities 139

Formatting 89

Handling 23

Installing 22

Car Battery Charger 130

Compression 45

Continuous Shooting 51

Custom White Balance 68

D

Date / Time 24

DIGITAL • A / V OUT Terminal 95,

96, 115

Digital Zoom 36, 50

Direct Interface Cable

DIF-200 94

Direct Print function Compatible BJ

Printer 95

Direct Print function Compatible `

Printer 94

Direct Printing 90

DPOF 90, 92, 103, 111

DPOF Print Order 90

Printing 104

Print Style 106

Resetting 108

Selecting Images 103

DPOF Transfer Order 111

Downloading Images to a Computer

114

E

Erasing

All Images 88

Single Images 87

Exposure 60, 64

F

FE Lock 61

File Number 73

File Sizes 139

Flash 47

Focus Lock 58

Formatting 89

H

Household Power Source 129

Histogram 32

I

Image File Sizes 139

Index View 78

Indicator 17

ISO Speed 71

L

Language 25

LCD Monitor

Information Displayed 30

Using the LCD Monitor 29

M

Macro Mode 49

Magnify 77

Manual Mode 42

Menu

Play 120

Rec. 117

Set up 122

Messages

List of Messages 125

Messages Displayed while a Direct

Print Compatible Bubble Jet

Printer is Connected 128

Messages Displayed while a Direct

Print Compatible Printer is

Connected 127

Metering Method 63

Mode Switch 16, 42

Movie

Movie Mode 28, 56

Replaying 79

O

On / Off Button 26

Optical Viewfinder 33

P

Photo Effect 70

Play Menu 120

Power On / Off 26

Power Lamp 16

Power Save 27

Print Settings (Direct Print Printers)

Number of Print Copies 99

Print Area 101

Print Style 99

Selecting Images 97

Protect 86

R

Rec. Menu 117

Red-Eye Reduction Function 48

Replay Mode 28

Resolution 45

Index

Review Duration 44

Rotate 81

S

Self-Timer 52

Set up Menu 122

Shooting Mode 28, 42

Functions Available in Each

Shooting Mode 74

Shutter Button 34

Pressing Fully 35

Pressing Halfway 34

Shutter Speed 65

Single Image View 76

Slide Show 82

Play Time 85

Repeat Settings 85

Spot AE Point Frame 31, 63

Stitch Assist Mode 53

T

Telephoto 36

U

USB Cable 115

V

Video Output System 113

Viewfinder 33

Viewing

Single Image View 76

Index View 78

W

White Balance 67

Wide Angle 36

Wrist Strap 15

143

144

Disclaimer

• 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 reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.

• Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the

CompactFlash™ cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards.

Trademark Acknowledgments

• Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc.

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

• Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple

Computer, Inc, registered in the United States and/or other countries.

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

Copyright © 2002 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.

FCC Notice

(Digital Camera, Model PC1022)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions;

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• 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.

Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. 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 APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN

INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.

Réglementation canadienne sur les interférences radio

CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU

REGLEMENT SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR DU CANADA.

Canon PowerShot S200 User guide

ENGLISH

Camera User Guide

• Please read the Read this First section (p. 7).

• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the software and downloading images.

• Please refer to the Quick Start section for a simple explanation of shooting, replaying and erasing (p. 12).

• Please also read the Printer User Guide included with your Canon printer.

Flowchart and Reference Guides

Shooting with the Camera

Installing the Software

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Downloading Images to a Computer

Using the Printer and Printing

Precautions

Camera Body Temperature

About the LCD Monitor

Video Format

Charging the Date/ Time Battery

About this Guide

Conventions Used in the Text

Self-timer

Question? Look here first

Table of Contents

Read this First

Quick Start Section

Components Guide

Preparing the Camera

Basic Functions

Shooting

Replaying

Erasing

Printing

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

Shooting/Replaying with a TV

Downloading Images to a Computer

Lists of Menu Options and Messages

Appendices

Specifications

Index

Read this First

Please Read

Test Shots

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Warranty Limitations

Safety Precautions

Warnings

Cautions

Preventing Malfunctions

Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields

Avoid Condensation Related Problems

If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera

Extended Storage

Quick Start Section

1 Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18).

2 Install the Battery Pack (p. 20).

3 Install the CF Card (p. 22).

4 Set the Mode Switch to

(Shooting) (p. 42).

5 Turn on the Power (p. 26).

6 Focus (p. 34).

7 Shoot (p. 35).

8 View the Recorded Image

(p. 44).

Components Guide

Front View

Back View

1 2

Operation Panel

Indicators

Upper Indicator

Lower Indicator

Preparing the Camera

Charging the Battery Pack

Handling Precautions

Installing the Battery Pack

Battery Pack Charge

Installing a CF Card

Handling Precautions for CF Cards

Setting the Date and Time

Setting the Language

**• Please read the Read this First section (p. 7).**

**• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the software and downloading images.**

**• Please refer to the Quick Start section for a simple explanation of shooting, replaying and erasing (p. 12).**

**• Please also read the Printer User Guide included with your Canon printer.**