ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Troubleshooting List of Messages Advanced Camera User Guide CDI-E183-010 © 2005 CANON INC. PRINTED IN CHINA Appendix Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Main Features Shooting zAutomatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions (Special Scene mode) zChanges image colors to create special effects (My Colors modes) Playback zPlays movies zAuto Play Editing zEdits movies Printing zMakes printing easy with the Print/Share button zAlso supports non-Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers Uses of Recorded Images zEffortlessly transfer them to a computer with the Print/ Share button
Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing below titles indicate the modes in which the procedure can be used. In the example below, the mode dial can be used in the following shooting modes. • (Manual) • (Special Scene) • * (Manual) • * (Super Macro) • * (My Colors) * Black square icons are modes in the FUNC. menu. Switching between Focusing Modes Shooting Mode • See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 112).
Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching between Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Changing the Photo Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Shooting in a My Colors Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Battery Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Handling the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Replacing the Date Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling Precautions 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 Inc.
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.
Warnings Equipment z Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that could damage your eyesight. z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage by a child could result in serious injury. • Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child's neck could result in asphyxiation. • Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.
Battery z Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. z The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories.
Others z Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Cautions Equipment z 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. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas.
Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. z Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Doing so could result in burns.
Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z 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.
Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide Front View Attaching the Wrist Strap Power Button (Basic Guide p. 2) Shutter Button (Basic Guide p. 4) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) Viewfinder Window (p. 19) Wrist Strap Mount AF-assist Beam (p. 24) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (Basic Guide p. 8) Self-Timer Lamp (p.
Back View Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide LCD Monitor (p. 15) Viewfinder (p. 19) DIGITAL Terminal (Basic Guide p. 17) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 88) Terminal Cover Coin Battery Holder (p. 87) Tripod Socket Memory Card Slot/Battery Cover (Basic Guide p.
Operation Panel Indicator (p. 19) DISP. (Display) Button (p. 15) Mode Dial (Basic Guide p. 5) MENU Button (p. 23) FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 22) (Print/Share) Button (Basic Guide p. 12) (Telephoto) (when shooting)/ (Magnify) (when playing)/ S button (Basic Guide p. 7/pp. 32, 56) (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ W button (Basic Guide p. 9) (Flash)/ X button (Basic Guide p. 8) (Wide Angle) (when shooting)/ (Single Image Erase) (when playing)/ T button (p. 32, Basic Guide p.
Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor 1 Press the DISP. button. zThe display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode Playback Mode ( , , or ) ( ) Standard Standard (No Information) Off Detailed No Information zIn the shooting modes, the shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when changing modes, or when the or / button is pressed, regardless of the selected display mode.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting mode * Spot Frame * AF Frame (p. 42) Macro/Infinity (Basic Guide p. 9) * Low Battery (p. 83) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) (Red) * Movie Recording (p. 37) Zoom Magnification (p. 32)* Grid Lines (p. 40) • Stills: Recordable Shots • Movies (Sec.): Remaining Time/ Elapsed Time * * * Shooting Mode (Basic Guide pp. 6, 31, 37, 39, 49) Exposure Compensation (p. 44) ISO Speed (p. 54) White Balance (p. 45) Shooting Method (pp.
z If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon displays, it indicates there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will be selected. Select the (Auto) or (Flash on) mode or attach the camera to a tripod or other stationary device. z During shooting, you can display a grid to help you determine if your camera is level (p. 40). Playback Mode Standard File Number Movie (p. 37) Protection Status (p.
Detailed Shooting Mode (Basic Guide pp. 6, 31, 37, 39, 49) Exposure Compensation (p. 44) White Balance (p. 45) Photo Effect (p. 48) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) My Colors (p. 49) Metering Mode (p. 43) ISO Speed (p. 54) Macro/Infinity (Basic Guide p. 9) Resolution (Movies) (p. 29) Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 29) The following information may also be displayed with some images. The file format is not recognized.
Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 15) while shooting. Viewfinder The indicators light or blink when the power button or the shutter button is used. Never do the following while an indicator is lit. These actions may corrupt image data.
Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again 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 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off].
Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. 1 (Set up) Menu (Format). See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. zTo perform a low level format, use the S button to select [Low Level Format] and the W or X button to add a check mark.
Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting and playback settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. zFUNC. Menu zRec., Play and Set up Menus FUNC. Menu This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. Set the camera to the shooting mode. Press the FUNC./SET button. Use the S or T button to select a menu item. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes.
Rec., Play and Set up Menus Convenient settings for shooting or playback can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Play) Menu (Set up) Menu * This example shows the Rec. menu. * In playback mode, the Play menu displays. Press the MENU button. Use the W or X button to switch between menus. Use the S or T button to select menu items. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. Use the W or X button to select an option. Menu items followed by an ellipsis (...
Menu List FUNC. Menu The icons for the default settings are shown here. Manual Mode Shooting Method Manual p. 31 Single Super Macro p. 31 Continuous Shooting My Colors p. 49 10-sec. Self-Timer Stitch Assist Left to Right Stitch Assist Right to Left Special Scene Mode p. 35 2-sec. Self-Timer p. 39 p. 33 Custom Timer p. 30 Photo Effect p. 48 Movie Mode p. 37 My Colors p. 49 Exposure Compensation p. 44 Resolution/Compression p. 27 ISO Speed p. 54 Resolution/Frame Rate (Movie) p.
Play Menu Menu Item Reference Page Protect p. 63 Rotate p. 61 Erase All p. 64 Auto Play p. 62 Print Order p. 65 Transfer Order p. 69 Set up Menu Menu Item Options Reference Page On/Off* Set to [On] to silence the start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds all at once. However, warnings still sound even when the mute is set to [On] (Basic Guide p. 2). LCD Brightness -7 to 0* to +7 Use the W or X button to adjust the brightness.
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 1 (Set up) Menu (Reset All). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). 2 Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode (Date/Time) and (Language) options in the - The (Set up) menu (p. 25) - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p. 46) (Color Accent) (p. 52) or - Colors specified in the (Color Swap) (p.
Shooting Changing the Resolution and Compression (Still Images) Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu sion). * (Resolution/Compres- See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. zUse the W or X button to select resolution settings. Press the Menu button. zUse the W or X button to select compression and press the FUNC./SET button. Shooting 2 In Postcard Print mode, you cannot modify the compression rate.
Approximate Values for Resolutions Resolution Purpose High Print up to A4-size prints* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) Print up to Letter-size prints* 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) (Large) 2048 x 1536 pixels (Medium 1) 1600 x 1200 pixels Print postcard-size prints 148 x 100 mm (5.8 x 3.9 in.) Print L-size prints 119 x 89 mm (4.7 x 3.5 in.
Changing Resolutions and Frame Rates (Movies) Shooting Mode You can change the resolution/frame rate when the movie shooting mode is set to (Standard) or (My Colors). 1 FUNC. Menu * (Resolution/Frame Rate). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zUse the W or X button to select a resolution/frame rate and press the FUNC./SET button. Resolution Frame Rate Standard 640 x 480 pixels My Colors 320 x 240 pixels 10 frames/sec. 20 frames/sec. Compact 160 x 120 pixels 15 frames/sec.
Shooting in a Special Scene Mode Shooting Mode You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Special Scene Mode). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zUse the W or X button to select a shooting mode and press the FUNC./SET button. zSee the Basic Guide (p. 7) for explanations of the Special Scene modes. 2 Shoot. z The shutter speed is slow in (fireworks) mode. Always use a tripod to avoid camera shake.
Shooting in Manual Mode Shooting Mode You can adjust settings yourself, such as the exposure, white balance and photo effect, when shooting in this mode. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Manual). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zSee the Basic Guide (p. 7) for Manual mode explanations. zSee Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 112). Change the settings as required and shoot. Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Super Macro) Shooting 2 Shooting Mode You can shoot a subject from as close as 1.
Using the Digital Zoom Shooting Mode By combining the digital and optical zooms, you can shoot with images zoomed. Still images: approximately 10x max. (Super macro: approximately 3.2x max.) Movies (Standard): approximately 6.4x max. The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. 1 (Rec.) Menu (Digital Zoom) [On]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). z[On] is the default setting for Super Macro and Movie (standard). 2 Press button and shoot.
Continuous Shooting Shooting Mode In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. In addition, continuous shooting is possible (p. 99) at a consistent interval (smooth continuous shooting) until the memory card is full under the following conditions*. * The recommended super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) is used and formatted with a low level format (p. 21). zThis reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon.
Postcard Date Imprint Mode Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Resolution/Compression) (Postcard). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zThe resolution is set to (1600 x 1200) and the compression to (Fine). zWhen you press the shutter button halfway, the area that will not get printed grays out.
z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p. 25). z The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been set. Using the Self-Timer Shooting Mode You can set the shutter to a 10 sec. ( ) or 2 sec. delay ( ), or to a custom delay time and number of shots ( Custom Timer), for shooting after the shutter button is pressed. 1 * (Drive *Default setting. zUse the W or X to select the selftimer mode and press the FUNC./ SET button. zThe following occurs with each option. : 2 sec.
Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( ). You can change the delay time (0–10, 15, 20, 30 sec.) and number of shots (1–10). These settings, however, cannot be set for the Stitch Assist mode, movie mode or My Colors modes. 1 FUNC. Menu (Drive Mode) . See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Press the MENU button. zUse the S or T to select the [Delay]/[Shots] and use the W or X to change settings, then press the FUNC./ SET button. zThe self-timer sound will behave as follows.
Movie Shooting Shooting Mode You cannot record audio. The following three movie modes are available. Standard You can select the resolution/frame rate and record. The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode. • Resolution/Frame Rate: [ (640 x 480) 10 frames/sec.], [ (320 x 240) 20 frames/sec.] • Max. Clip Length: 3 minutes Since the resolution is low, this mode is convenient for sending movies as e-mail attachments or when the memory card capacity is low.
1 FUNC. Menu * (Movie). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zUse the W or X button to select a movie mode and press the FUNC./SET button. zIn (Standard) or (My Colors) mode, you can change the resolution/frame rate (p. 29). 2 Shoot. zPressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. zPressing the shutter button fully starts recording video. zDuring shooting the recording time (in seconds) and a red circle appear on the LCD monitor.
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Shooting Mode Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. Shooting The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. 1 FUNC. Menu / (Stitch Assist). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). zYou can select from the following two shooting directions.
3 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. zUse the W or X button to return the previous image or retake the recorded images. zMinor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. 4 Repeat the procedure for additional images. zA sequence may contain up to 26 images. zPress the FUNC./SET button after the last shot. The initial settings are applied from the second picture shot.
Switching between Focusing Modes Shooting Mode You can select between the following two focusing modes according to the AiAF setting. The camera detects the subject and highlights the AF On frames, from 5 available points, that it will use to determine the focus. 1 The camera focuses using the center AF frame. This is Off convenient for focusing on a specific part of a subject with greater certainty. (Rec.) Menu [AiAF] [On]/[Off]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23).
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects Shooting Mode It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. zSubjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings zScenes with a mixture of near and far subjects. zSubjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition zSubjects that are moving quickly zSubjects through glass: Try to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass.
Switching between Metering Modes Shooting Mode 1 (Rec.) Menu (Light Metering) / / . See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Metering Methods Center Weighted Average Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center. Spot Shooting Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering.
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Shooting Mode 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. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Exposure Compensation). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zUse the W or X button to adjust the exposure compensation and press the FUNC./SET button. To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Restore the compensation value to [0].
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the (Auto) setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate to the light source. 1 FUNC. Menu * (White Balance). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zUse the W or X button to select a white balance setting and press the FUNC./SET button.
Using the 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. In particular, take a custom white balance reading for the (Auto) setting following situations that are difficult for the to detect correctly. After taking a custom white balance reading with (Custom).
Shooting z 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). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be set. In particular, the following should not be changed.
Changing the Photo Effect Shooting Mode By setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Photo Effect). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. zUse the W or X button to select a photo effect and press the FUNC./ SET button. Photo Effect Settings Effect Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors.
Shooting in a My Colors Mode Shooting Mode A My Colors mode easily changes the colors in an image when it is shot, allowing you to alter the balance between red, green and blue, transform pale or tanned skin or change a color specified in the LCD monitor into a different color. Since they work with both stills and movies, these modes let you enjoy producing various image or movie effects. However, depending on the shooting conditions, the images may appear rough or you may not get the expected color.
Color Swap Use this option to transform a color specified in the LCD monitor into another. The specified color can only be swapped into one other color, multiple colors cannot be chosen. * The skin colors of non-human subjects may also be altered. * You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin color. 1 FUNC. Menu (My Colors: Stills)/ Colors: Movies). (My See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Stills 2 FUNC. Menu Movies * (Positive Film). See Menus and Settings (p. 22).
Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When you are shooting still images in a My Colors mode, you can specify whether or not both the altered image and the original image are recorded. 1 (Rec.) Menu [On]/[Off]. (Save Original) See Menus and Settings (p. 23). zIf [On] is selected, the two images will be numbered consecutively with the altered image following the original. Shooting Save Original is Set to [On] - Only the altered image is shown in the LCD monitor during shooting.
Setting the Camera to the Color Accent Mode Colors other than the color specified in the LCD monitor are shot in black and white. 1 (Color Accent) MENU button. See Menus and Settings (p. 22). zThe camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previously set color). 2 Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the W button.
Setting the Camera to the Color Swap Mode This mode allows you to transform a color specified in the LCD monitor into another. 1 Desired Color (After Swapping) (Color Swap) MENU button. See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Shooting Original Color (Before Swapping) zThe camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color).
3 Aim the camera so that the desired color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the X button. zOnly one color can be specified. 4 Press the FUNC./SET button. zThis completes the setting. zPress the MENU button to return the selecting screen for the My Colors mode. z The default setting for color swap mode changes green into white. z You may not obtain the expected results after color input mode if you use the flash, or change the white balance or metering settings.
Resetting the File Number Shooting Mode Playback Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. 1 (Set up) Menu [Off]. (File No. Reset) [On]/ See Menus and Settings (p. 23). The file number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new On memory card is inserted. New images recorded on memory cards with existing files are assigned the next available number. Off Shooting File No.
Playback/Erasing → See the Basic Guide (p. 10) Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . z will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. zImages can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Approximate Location of the Magnified Area 2 Press the FUNC./SET button and use the W, X, S or T button to move around the image. z will display. zIf you press the FUNC./SET button once more, the camera switches to image advance mode and will display.
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Display an image by pressing the FUNC./SET button at least 1 second. zUp to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. zUse the W, X, S or T button to change the image selection. Selected Image Movie To Return to Single Image Playback Press the FUNC./SET button at least 1 second.
Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display a movie and press the FUNC./SET button. zImages with a movies. icon are Movie Control Panel 2 Select button. (Play) and press the FUNC./SET zThe movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. zWhen playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel.
Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Movies that are 1 sec. or longer before editing can be edited in 1-second units, but protected movies and movies less than 1 sec. long cannot be edited. 1 Select (Edit) in the movie control panel and press the FUNC./SET button. Movie Editing Panel zThe movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display.
4 Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press the FUNC./SET button. z[New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The preedit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving is canceled. z[Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name. The pre-edit data is lost. zWhen there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be selected. It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie.
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 1 90° 270° (Play) Menu (Rotate). See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Use the W or X button to select an image to rotate and press the FUNC./SET button to rotate it. zCycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. zImages can be rotated in index playback. Playback/Erasing 2 z Movies cannot be rotated.
Automated Playback (Auto Play) All the images on a memory card can be displayed automatically. The displaying time is 3 seconds. 1 (Play) Menu (Auto Play) FUNC./SET button. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). zThe Auto Play starts. zFollowing functions are available during automated playback. - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: press the FUNC.
Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 (Play) Menu (Protect). See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Select an image you want to protect using the W or X button, and press the FUNC./SET button. Protection Icon Playback/Erasing zPressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. zYou can also protect images in the index playback mode.
Erasing All Images z Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 (Play) Menu (Erase all). See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. zTo exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the card (p. 21).
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF. The icon may display for a memory card with print settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.
3 Select images for printing. zAs shown below, selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 67). - (Standard)/ (Both) Select an image, press the FUNC./SET button and use the S or T button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). - Number of Print Copies Index Print Selection (Index) Select an image and the press FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it. zYou can also select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card 2 Select [Mark all] and press the FUNC.
z Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected. z When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can be set. When it is set to [Index], the number of copies cannot be set (only one copy will be printed). z Do not set the date in the DPOF print settings when printing images that have had the date embedded with the [Date Stamp] function. This may cause the date to be printed twice.
3 Select [Print Type], [Date] or [File No.] and then select the settings. z The Date and File No. settings will change according to the Print Type as follows. - Index [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set at the same time. - Standard or Both [Date] and [File No.] can both be set to [On] at the same time. However, the printable information may vary between printers. z Embedded dates in (Postcard Date Imprint mode) (p. 34) print out even when [Date] is set to [Off].
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.
3 Select an image to transfer and press the FUNC./SET button. zPressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. zYou can also select images in the index playback mode (p. 57). Transfer Selection All the Images on a Memory Card 2 Select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. zSelecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. z Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.
Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. zPress the power button for a moment (Basic Guide p. 2). Memory card slot/battery zConfirm that the memory card slot/ cover is open. battery cover is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 1). Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. zPut batteries back into the camera in the correct direction (Basic Guide p. 1). Batteries are not the right zUse only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries.
The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium coin battery charge is low. zReplace it (p. 87). LCD monitor The display darkens. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. zThis does not constitute a malfunction and has no effect on images that have been shot. A bar of light (red, purple) appears on the LCD monitor. Subject is too bright. zThis is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction.
Shooting Camera will not record. Mode switch is set to (playback). zSet the mode switch to , or (Basic Guide p. 6). , Flash is charging. zThe indicator will light orange when it is charged. You can then press the shutter button (p. 19). Memory card is full. zInsert a new memory card (Basic Guide p. 1). zIf required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space (p. 64, Basic Guide p. 10). Memory card is not formatted correctly. zFormat the memory card (p. 21).
The camera moves when zSetting the self-timer to (2 the shutter button is seconds) delays the shutter release pressed. for 2 seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image (p. 35). Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a stable surface or by using a tripod to shoot. Subject is out of focal range. zShoot with the subject at the correct shooting distance (p. 95). zUse the Infinity mode to shoot distant subjects (Basic Guide p. 7).
Subject in recorded image is too bright. Subject is too close, making the flash too strong. zShoot within correct shooting distance of the subject when using the internal flash. Subject is bright in contrast to the background. zSet the exposure compensation to a negative (-) setting (p. 44). zUse the spot metering function (p. 43). Light is shining directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera. zChange the shooting angle. Flash is set to on.
Eyes appear red. Light reflecting back from zUnder these conditions, use the eyes can make them red-eye reduction mode (Basic appear red when the Guide p. 8). For this mode to be flash is used in dark effective, the subject must be looking areas. right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. zEven better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.
Shooting Movies The recording time may not display properly or filming may stop unexpectedly. The following types of zAlthough the recording time may not memory cards are used. display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on - Slow recording cards. the memory card. Recording time - Cards formatted on a will display properly if you format the different camera or a memory card in this camera computer. - Cards which have had (excluding slow recording memory cards) (p. 21).
Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. zComputer images that cannot be played back will play back if they are added to the camera using the bundled software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF). File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. zSet the file name or location on the file format/structure of the camera.
Battery/Battery Charger Battery consumed quickly. Batteries are not the right zUse only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. See Battery Handling (p. 83). The batteries are cold. Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures. zIf shooting in a cold area, keep the batteries warm (by placing them in an inner pocket, etc.) until ready to use them. Battery terminals are dirty. zWipe them well with a dry cloth before use.
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... zImage is being recorded to, or read from, memory card. No memory card zYou attempted to shoot or play back images without a memory card installed. Card locked! zThe SD card is write-protected. Cannot record zYou attempted to shoot an image without a memory card.
No image. zNo images recorded on memory card. Image too large. zYou attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328 pixels or with a large data size. Incompatible JPEG format. zYou attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG image. Corrupted Data. zYou attempted to play back an image with corrupted data. RAW zYou attempted to play back a RAW image.
Unselectable image. zYou attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG image. Exx z(xx: number) Camera malfunction. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back. 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 playback mode.
Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. Recharge it as soon as possible if it will be used for an extended period, or use an unused battery. Change the battery pack Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the battery immediately. Battery Handling Precautions Appendix z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only.
z Before inserting the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. Oil from one's skin or other dirt may cause a considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or reduce usage time. z Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures, the battery icon will display. If you are using the camera in cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they should, you may be able to restore performance by placing batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use.
Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card (Sold Separately) Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the card) Writing/Erasing Impossible Cautions When Handling Appendix z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.
Formatting z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem.
Replacing the Date Battery If the LCD monitor displays the Date/Time menu when you turn on the camera, this means that the date battery has run down and the clock has stopped running. Please purchase a replacement battery (lithium coin battery CR1220) and install it as follows. The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased. Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach of children.
The LCD monitor also displays the Date/Time menu the very first time you turn on the camera. This is normal, and you don't need to replace the date battery. Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (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 compact power adapter.
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200) Included are the battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge the batteries as shown below. Four batteries Charge Indicator Two batteries * Two batteries can be charged instead of four. The indicator blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished.
z Repeatedly recharging batteries before they become fully depleted may cause batteries to lose capacity. Do not recharge the batteries until the LCD monitor displays the "Change the batteries" message. z Wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth in the following situations, as the terminals may be soiled with oil from one's skin or other dirt: - If the battery usage time has considerably diminished. - If the number of recordable images has considerably diminished.
z It takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes when two batteries are loaded one at each end of the charger and approximately 4 hours 10 minutes with four for the charger to fully recharge them (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Please do not charge batteries in areas where the temperature is outside the range of 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F). z Charging time varies according to ambient temperature and to the batteries' initial charge state. z The battery charger may emit noise while charging.
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation. Tripod Sockets Bracket (Comes with the flash) z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker.
z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. z To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel. z A tripod can be used even when the flash is attached. Batteries zCharge becomes Severely Limited If the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.
Camera Care and Maintenance 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.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A410 (W): wide angle (T): telephoto Approx. 3.2 million Image Sensor 1/3.2-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 3.3 million) Lens 5.4 (W) – 17.3 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 41 (W) – 131 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) – f/5.1 (T) Digital Zoom Approx. 3.2x (Up to approx. 10x in combination with the optical zoom) Optical Viewfinder Real-image zoom viewfinder LCD Monitor 1.
ISO Speed Auto*, ISO 50/100/200 equivalent White Balance Auto, pre-set (available settings: Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent or Fluorescent H) or custom Built-in Flash Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, flash on with red-eye reduction, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Flash Range Normal: 47 cm – 3.0 m (W)/47 cm – 2.0 m (T) (1.5 – 9.8 ft. (W)/1.5 – 6.6 ft. (T)) Macro: 30 – 47 cm (1.0 – 1.5 ft.) (W/T) (When ISO speed is set to AUTO.) * Camera automatically sets the optimal speed.
Standard, My Colors: Number of Recording Pixels 640 x 480 pixels (10 frames/sec.) (Movies) 320 x 240 pixels (20 frames/sec.) Max. Clip Length at one time: 3 minutes Compact: (can record for 3 min.) 160 x 120 pixels (15 frames/sec.) Max. Clip Length at one time: 3 minutes Playback Modes Single, Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, Auto Play or Movie.
Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor ON (Based on the LCD Monitor Off CIPA standard) Playback Time AA Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) Approx. 100 images Approx. 500 images Approx. 13 hours 20 min. AA NiMH Battery (NB-2AH) (full charge) Approx. 400 images Approx. 1000 images Approx. 16 hours 40 min. zThe actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. zMovie data is excluded.
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities * Resolution : Card included with the camera Compression MMC-16M (Large) 2048 x 1536 pixels (Middle 1) 1600 x 1200 pixels SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 295* 9 76 16 136 529 33 269 1041 14 121 471 26 217 839 50 411 1590 25 211 816 45 372 1438 80 652 2518 56 460 1777 88 711 2747 138 1118 4317 26 217 839 (Middle 2) 1024 x 768 pixels (Small) 640 x 480 pixels (PostCard Date Imprint Mode) 1600 x 1200 pixels Capable of smooth continuous shoot
Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Resolution (2048 x 1536 pixels) 1602 KB 893 KB 455 KB (1600 x 1200 pixels) 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB (1024 x 768 pixels) 570 KB 320 KB 170 KB (640 x 480 pixels) 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB − 558 KB − (1600 x 1200 pixels) Resolution Standard 100 Frame Rate File size (640 x 480 pixels) 660 KB/sec. My Colors (320 x 240 pixels) 440 KB/sec. Compact (160 x 120 pixels) 120 KB/sec.
MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card (Sold Separately) Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx. 2 g (0.1 oz.
Battery Charger CB-4AH (Sold Separately) (Included with the separately sold or the Battery/Charger Kit CBK4-200) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) 16 – 21 VA Rated Output 565 mA*1, 1275 mA*2 Charging Time Approx. 4 hours 10 minutes*1 Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes*2 Operating Temperatures 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Dimensions 65.0 x 105.0 x 27.5 mm (2.6 x 4.1 x 1.1 in.) Weight (Included with the compact power adapter cable) Approx. 95 g (3.4 oz.
INDEX A E AC Adapter Kit ACK800 .........88 AF Frame .........................41, 42 AF Lock ..................................42 AF-assist Beam ......................24 AiAF ........................................24 All Reset .................................25 Auto Play (Slide Show) ...........62 Autofocus ...............................41 Erasing All Images .......................... 64 Single Images .................... 14 Exposure ................................ 44 B Battery Battery Capacity ....
Menu FUNC. Menu ................ 22, 24 Menu List ........................... 24 Menus and Settings ........... 22 Play Menu .......................... 25 Rec. Menu ......................... 24 Rec./Play/Set up/ My Camera ........................ 23 Set up Menu ...................... 25 Messages .............................. 80 Metering Modes ..................... 43 Mode Dial ............................... 14 Movie Editing ................................ 59 Playback ............................
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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 anytime without prior notice.
FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1156) 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.
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.
Function Page Autofocus Modes – AF-assist Beam o o Digital Zoom Metering Method Evaluative – Center-Weighted Average o Spot – Exposure Compensation – White Balance (8) – Photo Effect – ISO Speed –(9) Grid Lines o o o o o* o o o o o o(11) o o o o o* o o o o o o(11) o – – p. 41 – – o(4) o(5) o o* o o o(7) o – – – – – – – – – U o – U –(9) –(9) o p. 45 o(10) p. 48 o o U o p. 24 o(6) p. 32 p. 43 p. 44 – U –(9) –(9) –(9) –(9) p. 54 o – o o p.
