ENGLISH CDI-E081 DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide CDI-E081-010 XX01XXX.X © 2003 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN 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 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.
1 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.
2 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 . , Using the 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.
3 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 ............................................................
4 Table of Contents Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Changing My Camera Settings ......................................... 45 Registering My Camera Settings ....................................... 46 Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode ............................................... 49 Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ....................... 50 Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ..................... 51 Using the Flash .............................................................
Table of Contents Rotating Images in the Display ......................................... 87 Attaching Sound Memos to Images ................................. 88 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) .................................. 90 Protecting Images ............................................................. 94 Erasing Erasing Single Images ................................................. 95 Erasing All Images ............................................................. 96 Formatting CF Cards ......
6 Table of Contents Appendices Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) .................... 141 Using a Car Battery Charger (Optional) ......................... 142 Camera Care and Maintenance ...................................... 143 Troubleshooting .............................................................. 144 Specifications Specifications ................................................................... 148 Index Index ........................................................................
7 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.
8 Read This First 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.
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 power outlet.
10 Read This First • 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.
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. • Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. • If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm.
12 Quick Start Section 1 Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18). Place the battery pack in the battery charger and plug the charger into a power outlet. The charge indicator lights red while charging and changes to green when the battery pack is charged. Charge 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.
Quick Start Section 6 Focus (p. 35). Aim the camera and lightly press (halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. 7 Shoot (p. 36). Press the shutter button all the way. The shutter sound will sound once when the shot is complete. 8 View the Recorded Image (p. 50). 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.
14 Components Guide Front View ● Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 34) Beam (p. 36) ● Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 53) ● Self - timer Lamp (p. 58) ● Microphone (p. 88) ● AF-assist ● Speaker ● Flash (p. 53) ● DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 103, 123) ● A/V OUT (Audio/Visual OUT) Terminal (p. 121) ● Terminal Cover ● Lens The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. - Computer (p.
Components Guide Back View ● Viewfinder ● Lock (p. 34) for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) ● CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) ● Wrist Strap Mount Attaching the Wrist Strap* ● Battery ● DC ● LCD Cover (p. 20) Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 141) 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.
16 Components Guide Operation Panel ● Shooting mode dial (p. 49) ● Indicators (p. 17) ● Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer ● ON/OFF ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Button (p. 26) ● Shutter Button (p. 35) ● Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) (p. 37) Replay: (Magnify) (p. 81)/ (Index) (p. 82) ● Mode Switch (p. 28) (Light Metering) (p. 69)/ (Flash) (p. 53) / Button (Continuous) (p. 57) / (Self-timer)(p.
Components Guide Indicators The indicators light or blink when the ON / OFF Button or shutter button is pressed. Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: 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) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot but shutter speed is slow (camera shake warning) Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode / Infinity mode / Focus lock (Method 2, p.
18 Preparing the Camera 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 Charge Indicator CB-2LSE Charge Indicator • Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown and insert the charger’s plug into a power outlet. • Align the battery pack correctly with the arrows on it and the charger.
Preparing the Camera 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.
20 Preparing the Camera 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. 2 • Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows. 1 Battery Lock 1 • Press the battery lock while inserting the battery pack all the way in until the lock clicks.
Preparing the Camera Please use an AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately) for extended use of the camera (p. 141). Battery Pack Charge The following icons and messages will display when the battery pack charge is low. 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). ( Change the battery pack Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera.
22 Preparing the Camera Installing a CF Card Turn the camera power off and insert the CF card with the following procedures. • Slide the lock up and open the CF card 1 slot cover. 2 • Insert the CF card with its label facing upward until the CF card 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.
Preparing the Camera See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 151). 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.
24 Preparing the Camera • Use the or button to select a field (year, month, day, hour, minute and or button date format), and the 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 screen. • 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.
Preparing the Camera 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. Power Lamp • 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 select a language. . button to • Press the button to redisplay the Rec. or Play screen.
26 Basic Functions Turning the Power On/Off Power Lamp • Press the ON/OFF Button until the green power lamp lights. - The lens extends outward when the mode switch is set to . - The lens retracts approximately 1 minute after sliding the mode switch from to . , - When the mode switch is set to the upper indicator beside the viewfinder will flash green and the LCD monitor will turn on. • Press the ON/OFF Button again to turn off the power.
Basic Functions • Turning Off the Start-Up Sound and Start-Up Image button down while turning on the power. Hold the • Auto Power Down Function This camera is equipped with an Auto Power Down 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.
28 Basic Functions Switching between Shooting / Replay • To Shoot Still Images (Shooting Mode) Slide the mode switch to . • To Replay Images (Replay Mode) Slide the mode switch to . - Recorded images can be printed when a printer (sold separately) is connected (p. 105). - Recorded images can be downloaded to and viewed with a computer when it is connected (p. 123). • The or icon displays on the LCD monitor when a connection to a printer is opened.
Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust settings menus and replay images. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. This does not constitute a malfunction. Shooting Mode ( on the mode switch) ▼ The LCD monitor turns on or changes the display mode as follows with each press of the button.
Basic Functions 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 the information view mode each time the button is pressed. ▼ Single Image Replay (p. 80) Standard Detailed No Display ▼ ( ▼ Multi Image Replay (9 Images) (p.
Basic Functions Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Mode When a shooting setting is changed, information about the settings displays on the LCD monitor for approximately 6 seconds even if the LCD monitor is set to Off or to the No Display mode. (It may not display under some circumstances, depending on the selected settings.) You may set the flash, continuous mode, self-timer, macro, infinity and metering mode settings while this information is displayed.
32 Basic Functions Spot AE Point Frame ( mode) Information Displayed p. 49 Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation p. 70 Compression Resolution p. 71 p. 73 p. 76 p. 51 p. 51 ISO Speed Auto Rotate Focus Lock AE Lock FE Lock Flash Shooting Method Macro/Infinity Metering Mode Movie Recording Digital Zoom Camera Shake Warning Low Battery p. 77 p. 78 p. 64 p. 66 p. 67 p. 53 p. 57-58 p. 55 p. 69 p. 62 p. 56 p. 31 p. 21 Long Shutter Mode White Balance Photo Effects AF Frame (p.
Basic Functions Replay Mode (Detailed Display) In detailed display mode, the following supplementary information is displayed. Histogram Long Shutter Mode Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation White Balance Photo Effects ISO Speed Flash Macro/Infinity Metering Method Resolution (Movie) Movie Length Shown on Movie Files p. 71 p. 49 p. 70 p. 73 p. 76 p. 77 p. 53 p. 55 p. 69 p. 51 p. 62 The following information may also be displayed with some images.
34 Basic Functions Using the Viewfinder The optical viewfinder can be used to conserve power by setting the LCD monitor to Off (p. 29) while shooting. Shows the center of the image 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.
Basic Functions 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 - Blinking Orange: Camera shake warning/ Insufficient exposure Lower Indicator - Yellow: Macro mode/Infinity mode / Focus lock (Method 2, p.
36 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 blinks green. Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. 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. 128).
Basic Functions Using the Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 36 mm to 108 mm in 35 mm film equivalent terms. Telephoto/ Wide Angle • Press the zoom lever toward zoom in (telephoto). to • Press the zoom lever toward zoom out (wide angle). to Digital Zoom When the LCD monitor is on, you can shoot with a combined optical and digital zoom factor of up to 11 (p. 56). The digital zoom is unavailable in some modes (p. 161). Please note that the image appears grainier, the more the image is digitally zoomed.
38 Basic Functions Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting and replay settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/Time and sounds. Menus are displayed by pressing the or button according to the circumstances. Use the LCD monitor to perform the following procedures. See Menu Settings and Factory Defaults (p. 42) for the menu items and options. Selecting Menu Settings with the FUNC. Button (Shooting Mode only) Press the button.
Basic Functions Selecting Menu Settings with the MENU Button Press the button. A menu will display. * Mode Switch Set to Mode Switch Set to *The menu will appear slightly different when the shooting mode dial is set to , or . Use the or buttons to select the Rec./Play, Set up, or My Camera menu. Use the or buttons to select a menu item. • Use the or buttons to select an option in the Rec. or Set up menu (some items only) and the My Camera menu.
40 Basic Functions Selecting Menus and Settings (Cont’d) Selecting a Mode Selecting a Menu Switching between the Rec., Play, Set up and My Camera Menus * *The menu will appear slightly different when the shooting or . mode dial is set to , Rec. Menu * *The menu will appear slightly different when the shooting mode dial is set to , or . Play Menu See Selecting Images for Printing (p. 111) for the procedures (Print Order) item in the Play menu.
Basic Functions Setting Options Completing the Procedure Set up Menu My Camera Menu * You can switch between menus at any time simply by pressing the zoom lever toward or button.
42 Basic Functions Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options and default settings for each menu. Items Set with the Button Reference Page Available Settings Menu Item Exposure Compensation -2 to ±0* to +2 p. 70 Long Shutter Off*/ 1 to 15 seconds p.
Basic Functions Available Settings Menu Item Play Menu (Blue) Set up Menu (Yellow) Reference Page Protect Turns image protection On/Off. p. 94 Rotate Rotates the image in the display. p. 87 Sound Memo Adds a sound memo to the image in the display. p. 88 Erase all Erases all images on the CF card. p. 96 Slide Show Replays selected images in a slide show. p. 90 Print Order Sets the print settings. p. 111 Transfer Order Sets the transfer settings. p. 119 Beep On*/ Off p.
44 Basic Functions Available Settings Menu Item My Camera Menu (Blue) Reference Page Theme / */ / p. 45 Start-up Image / */ / p. 45 Start-up Sound / */ / p. 45 Operation Sound / */ / p. 45 Selftimer Sound / */ / p. 45 Shutter Sound / */ / p. 45 * Default setting. Default video system setting varies between regions. • Some menu items are not available in certain shooting modes. and in the My Camera • You can apply a desired image and sound to menu.
45 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer sounds. Each menu item has three choices. Example: Start-up Image The option features science fiction related images and sounds. The option features animals. Changing My Camera Settings Select an item in the My Camera menu. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). • Use the option. or buttons to select an • The display will return to the Rec.
46 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. Registering CF Card Images and Sounds Select an item in the My Camera menu. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). • Use the .
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Start-up Image • Use the or button to select the image you wish to register. Start-up, Operation, Self-timer, and Shutter Sounds • Use the or buttons to select and press the button. Recording will start and automatically stop when the time is exceeded. After recording, use the or buttons to select . • Use the or buttons to select [OK]. • To cancel the change, select [Cancel].
48 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) File Format of My Camera Settings My Camera settings should conform to the below file formats. However, CF card images shot with this camera can be registered as My Camera settings regardless of the below formats.
49 Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode The camera features the following shooting modes. Auto Most settings are automatically selected by the camera. Manual The exposure compensation, white balance and other settings can be manually selected. Stitch Assist Images are shot in overlapping series to create single panoramic images. Movie Shoots movie clips. Some settings selected in each shooting mode are saved when the power is turned off (p. 161). • Select a shooting mode with the shooting mode dial.
50 Shooting 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 so that you can shoot the next frame.
Shooting Changing Resolution / Compression Settings You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suit the purpose of the image you are about to shoot. Resolution Purpose (Large) 2272 x 1704 pixels Large - Print A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) or larger prints - Print Letter size* 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) or larger prints - Print postcard size 148 x 100 mm (Medium 1) 1600 x 1200 pixels (6 x 4 in.) prints - Print L-size 119 x 89 mm (4.7 x 3.5 in.
52 Shooting • Use the or button to select or *. *The current setting is displayed. * • Use the or buttons to select a compression or resolution option. Compression (Excluding Movies) or . Select , Resolution (Still Images) Select , , or . Resolution (Movies) Select or . • You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. • The display will return to the Rec. screen. • See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p.
Shooting Using the Flash Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the light level. Red-Eye Reduction Auto The red-eye reduction lamp fires with each shot, automatically adjusting the intensity to suit lighting levels. Flash On The flash fires with every shot. Flash Off The flash will not fire. Slow-Synchro 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.
54 Shooting • 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. • Since a slow shutter speed is selected in dark places when the flash is set to Off or Slow-Synchro, take care to avoid blurring the image. Mode - Shooting in Be careful to hold the camera still to avoid camera shake. - Shooting in or Mode Fix the camera to a tripod to shoot in these modes since mode.
Shooting / Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots Macro Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 5 to 46 cm (2 in. to 1.5 ft.) from the lens tip when at wide-angle end and in the range of 30 to 46 cm (11.8 in. to 1.5 ft.) when at the telephoto end setting. Infinity Use this mode to record landscapes and distant objects. It can also be used for compositions combining both near and distant objects. ● - ● ● ▲ ▲ ● ● • Display ● Setting available. ▲ Selectable for first or image only. .
56 Shooting Using the Digital Zoom When the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to approximately 4.3, 5.3, 6.7, 8.2 and 11 times with the combined optical and digital zoom functions. • Turn the LCD monitor on. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Rec.) menu, select . • Use the or button to select [On]. • The display will return to the Rec. screen. • Press the zoom lever toward until the lens reaches the maximum optical telephoto setting and stops.
Shooting Continuous Shooting In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. Recording ceases when the shutter button is released. Standard Continuous Shooting Use this mode to view images as you shoot continuously. The shutter interval is longer in mode. this mode than in High-Speed Continuous Shooting Use this mode to shoot continuously with a short shutter interval. You cannot check images while shooting continuously. In the (Rec.) menu, select .
58 Shooting Using the Self-timer • Display or . • When the shutter button is pressed, the self-timer will activate and the self-timer lamp will blink. Changing the Self-timer Countdown Time • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Rec.) menu, select . • Use the or button to select [ (10 sec.)] or [ (2 sec.)] • When [ (10 sec.)] is selected, the selftimer sound and the blinking gets faster 2 second before the shutter activates. • When [ (2 sec.
Shooting Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode Stitch Assist mode can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. 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.
60 Shooting • 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 • Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. 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. • A custom white balance setting cannot be set in mode.
62 Shooting Shooting a Movie Select the (320 x 240, default) resolution or resolution (p. 51). (160 x 120) • 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 15 frames/sec.) is 3 minutes. (According to Canon’s standardized tests). These times may vary with the subject and shooting conditions.
Shooting • You are recommended to use a CF card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 97). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • 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 blink green while the clip is being written to the CF card.
64 Shooting 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 • 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. • 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. button or • In Method 2, pressing the zoom lever, button, or changing the shooting mode also releases the focus lock.
66 Shooting 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 flash fires. . The AE lock cannot be set if the • 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.
Shooting Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set for a particular portion of your 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.
68 Shooting Switching between Autofocus Modes Although the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting (nine AF frames), you can set it to the center AF frame. When the center AF frame is selected, the AF frame will appear in the LCD monitor if it is turned on (p. 29). The AF frame does not appear when AiAF is selected. No frame The On The camera detects the subject and highlights the AF frames, from 9 available points, that it will use to determine the focus.
Shooting Switching between Light Metering Modes You can switch between metering modes to shoot. Evaluative Light Metering Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering. It evaluates 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.
70 Shooting 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 select *. * The current setting is displayed. • Use the or buttons to adjust the exposure compensation. • The settings can be adjusted in 1/3 steps in the range –2 to +2.
Shooting Shooting in Long Shutter Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Rec.) menu, select . • Use the or button to select [On]. • The display will return to the Rec. screen. • The exposure compensation menu will display in the LCD monitor. • Use the or button to select *. * The current setting is displayed. • The long shutter submenu will display.
72 Shooting • Use the or button to select a shutter speed. The higher the value, the brighter the image and the lower the value, the darker the image. • You can shoot right after selecting a value. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. • To cancel the long shutter mode, press the button while the long shutter menu is displayed. The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds.
Shooting Setting the White Balance When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. Auto The camera sets the white balance automatically according to shooting conditions. Daylight For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies. Tungsten For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3wavelength fluorescent lighting.
74 Shooting This setting cannot be adjusted when the (B/W) photo effects are selected. (Sepia) or 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. • Use the or buttons to select *. * The current setting is displayed. • Use the or buttons to select .
Shooting • Aim the camera so that a piece of white paper, a cloth or a gray card completely fills the frame at the center of the LCD monitor or the entire optical viewfinder, then press the button. The camera reads the white balance data when you press the button. • You can shoot right after setting the white balance. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.
76 Shooting 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 Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white. • Use the or button to select *. * The current setting is displayed.
Shooting Adjusting the ISO Speed Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce camera shake or turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area, or use a fast shutter speed. • Use the or button to select *. * The current setting is displayed. • Use the or buttons to select a speed. • You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. • Higher ISO speeds increase image noise.
78 Shooting Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your 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. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Set up) menu, select . • Use the [Off]. or button to select [On] or • The display will return to the Rec. screen.
Shooting Resetting the File Number You can select the way file numbers are assigned. On 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. Off 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. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Set up) menu, select . • Use the [Off].
80 Replaying Displaying Images Individually • 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.
Replaying Magnifying Images • Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times. Approximate Location of the Magnified Area / / / buttons to • Use the 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. • Hold the button down and press the zoom lever toward to cycle back through the levels of magnification from approximately 5 times, to 2.5 times and the standard view.
82 Replaying Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Replay) • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index replay. Selected Image Movie / / / buttons to • Use the 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.
Replaying Viewing Movies Movie clips can be replayed with the following procedures. Movies cannot be played in the index replay mode. • Use the or movie. • Images with a button to select a icon are movies. • The movie control panel will display. • Use the or button to select (Play). • The movie images and sound will play. • Use the or buttons to adjust the sound volume. • When a movie is finished, it stops and displays its last frame.
84 Replaying Pausing and Resuming Play • Press the button to pause the movie. Press it again to resume. Fast Forwarding / Rewinding • Use the or the following. button to select one of Return to Single Image View Play First Frame Previous Frame [Rewinds if button is held down] Next Frame [Fast Forwards if button is held down] Last Frame Switch to Movie Editing Mode (p. 85) Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 121).
Replaying Editing Movies Selecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwant portions at the start or end of a movie clip. Protected movies and movies less than 1 second in duration cannot be edited. Switch to the movie editing mode (p. 78). • Use the or button to select (Cut Beginning) or (Cut End) and the or button to set the portion to which the cut is applied. • When (Cut Beginning) is selected, the left hand cursor moves and when (Cut End) is selected, the right hand cursor moves.
86 Replaying • Use the or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. - [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. - [Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original file name. The preedit data is lost. • When the CF card lacks sufficient space to create a new file, only [Overwrite] can be selected. A small ▲ symbol will appear in the time display on the movie in that case. • The minimum duration of an edited movie is 1 second.
Replaying Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90º or 270º in the display. 0º(Original) 90º 270º • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Play) menu, select . • Use the or button to select the image to be rotated. • 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.
88 Replaying Attaching Sound Memos to Images In replay mode (including single replay, index replay, and magnifying replay), you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to an image. the sound data is saved in WAVE format. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Play) menu, select . • Use the image. or button to select an • The sound memo control panel will display. • Use the or buttons to select . • The recording starts and the elapsed time is displayed.
Replaying • Playing/Erasing Sound Memos Display an image with a sound memo attached (p. 94). • Images with sound memos attached have a symbol displayed on them in the LCD monitor. • The sound memo control panel will display. • Use the or buttons to select (Play) or (Erase). (Play) • The sound memo will play. Playback will stop when you press the button. button again to resume Press the playback. • Use the or buttons to adjust the sound volume. (Erase) A confirmation menu will display.
90 Replaying Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Starting a Slide Show 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. 111). 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 (p. 91). • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Play) menu, select . • The Slide Show menu will display.
Replaying Pausing / Resuming a Slide Show button to pause the slide • Press the button again to show. Press the restart it. 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.
92 Replaying • A white 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.
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. Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual. Repeat 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 up]. or or • Use the or and the an option.
94 Replaying Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Play) menu, select . • Use the or button to select an image to protect. • Press the button to protect the button again to image. Press the 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 / .
95 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. • Use the or button to select [Erase]. • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel].
96 Erasing 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. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Play) menu, select . • 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. Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). In the (Set up) menu, select . • Use the or button to select [OK]. • 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.
98 Printing About Printing This camera supports direct printing. By connecting the camera to an optional direct print compatible printer (CP series, sold separately)*1 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.
Printing Please refer to the System Map supplied with your camera for direct print function compatible printer (CP series) information. Setting Print Settings for Direct Printing • Setting the Number of Print Copies (p. 107) ▼ • Setting the Print Style (p. 107) - 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 (Trimming) (p.
100 Printing Print Menu Settings Use the Print menu to set print related settings. The following diagrams illustrate how to use the Print menu.
Printing Turn the menu On/Off. Selects items and settings. Sets items and settings. Image (p. 107) Paper (p. 107) Style Borders (p. 107) Date (p. 107) Number of Copies (p. 107) Trimming (p. 109) Order Number of Copies (p. 111) Print Type (p. 114) Set up Date (p. 114) File No. (p. 114) Reset (p.
102 Printing Connecting a Printer You can make clear prints swiftly and easily when you connect the camera to a direct print function compatible printer (CP series, sold separately) or a direct print function compatible Bubble Jet printer (sold separately). You can also print using DPOF print settings. You are recommended to use the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately) rather than the battery pack to power the camera when it is connected to a printer.
Printing • Attach the direct interface cable to the printer. • Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the cable’s connector into the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. Orient the cable so that the connector’s symbol faces the camera’s back panel. Direct Interface Cable (DIF-100) • Press the printer’s ON/OFF button to turn on its power. (If you are using Card Photo Printer CP-10, the printer’s power will turn on in Step 2 when printer and power cable are connected.
104 Printing To the BJ Printer Interface Cable • Turn the Bubble Jet printer’s power on after you have connected the power cord to the Bubble Jet printer and inserted the other end in a power outlet. • Attach the interface cable to the Bubble Jet printer. • Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the cable’s connector into the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. Orient the cable so that the word Canon on the connector faces the camera’s front panel.
Printing Printing The following illustrations show examples from a direct print compatible printer (CP series). Options for the Style category will differ slightly for Bubble Jet printers. 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 number of print copies, print style and print area as required. - Setting the Number of Print Copies (p. 107) - Setting the Print Style (p.
106 Printing • Canceling Printing button to stop printing. A confirmation Press the message will display. Use the or button to select [OK] button. and press the • Direct Print Function Compatible Printers (CP Series) 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. • Bubble Jet Printers The printer will stop printing the current image and eject the paper.
Printing Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function ) Setting the Number of Print Copies • Use the or button to select [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 (CP Series) Image Borders Standard Prints one image per page. Multiple* Prints eight copies of the same image on one page. Borderless Prints right to the edges of the paper.
108 Printing Current print style selection • Use the or button to select [Style]. or button to select , • Use the , , or and the or button to select an option. (Image Settings) Direct Print Function Compatible Printer (CP Series) 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 button to finish the procedure. • Practically all of the image area is printed on bordered prints. • With borderless or multiple prints, the image is printed with its top, bottom and sides trimmed. The date settings are overridden by the DPOF print settings if you are using them to print (p. 114). Setting the Printing Area (Trimming) You can print a portion of an image. The shape of the trimming frame is determined by the print style selection (image, paper, borders, date).
110 Printing Trimming Frame Changing the Size of the Trimming Frame • Press the zoom lever toward or . • The trimming frame can be resized to approximately half the image size at minimum and practically as large as the image at maximum. • You can cancel the trimming setting by sliding the zoom lever toward the again when the trimming frame is already set to the maximum size.
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 compatible printer (CP series) or a direct print compatible Bubble Jet printer. Selecting Images for Printing There are two ways to select images.
112 Printing Single Images • As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options (Print Type) settings (p. 107). chosen for the (Standard) / (Both) • Use the or button to select an or button to image and the select the number of print copies (up to maximum of 99). Number of Print Copies (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.
Printing All the Images on a CF Card • Switch to index replay (3 images). • Use the or button to select [Mark all]. • Selecting [Mark all] selects all of the card’s images. button to set the number • Press the 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. 112).
114 Printing • 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 on a computer. Setting the Print Style Set the print style after selecting the image to print.
Printing • Use the or button to select , or , and the or button to select an option. (Print Type) • Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both]. (Date) • Select [On] or [Off]. (File No.) • Select [On] or [Off]. button repeatedly until • Press the the replay screen reappears to complete the procedure. The date prints as the date and time in the format specified in the Date/Time menu (p. 23). When the print type is set to [Index], only one or the other of the [Date] and [File No.
116 Printing 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. • See Print Menu Settings (p. 100). Display the Print Order Menu. • Use the [Reset]. or button to select • Use the or button to select [OK]. • 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 (CP series) or a direct print function compatible Bubble Jet printer. • See Print Menu Settings (p. 100). Display the Print Order Menu. • Use the [Print]. / / / button to select • Set the print style as required (p. 107). • The print style cannot be set for images that have had the print type set to Index in the DPOF print settings.
118 Printing • 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.
119 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. Please read the Software Starter Guide for image transfer instructions. 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.
120 Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) • 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.
121 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-DC100. You must shut the TV and camera power off before you attach or detach the AV cable. Yellow 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.
122 Downloading Images to a Computer Download images taken with the camera to a computer in one of the following ways: • Connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable You can then download images directly from the camera to a computer. • Directly from the CF card Using a laptop computer or a card reader, you can download images directly from the CF card.
Downloading Images to a Computer Connect the supplied USB interface cable to the computer’s USB port and the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. USB Port USB Cable DIGITAL OUT Terminal USB Cable 1 Slip a fingernail under the upper edge of the terminal cover to open it. 2 Insert the connector until it clicks. • You do not need to turn off the computer or camera when making a USB connection. • Please refer to your computer’s manual for information regarding the location of the USB port.
124 Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images without Installing the Software (Windows XP and Mac OS X (v10.1/10.2) only) If you are using the Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1/10.2), you can use the software distributed with these operating systems to download images (JPEG format only) without installing the software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the sofrware is not installed.
Downloading Images to a Computer 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 (sold separately), and then insert the PC card adapter into the computer’s PC card reader.
126 Lists of Menu Options and Messages The following charts list the various menu contents. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38) to learn how to select a setting. FUNC. Menu * Default setting Item/Menu Screen Exposure Compression Reference Page Options Sets the exposure compression. • -2 to 0* to +2 p. 70 Long Shutter Sets the shutter speed. • 1* to 15 seconds p. 71 White Balance ISO Speed Photo Effect Sets the white balance option.
List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Compression Resolution (Stills) Resolution (Movies) Reference Page Options Sets the relative compression ratio used for images. • Superfine • Fine* • Normal Sets the number of pixels used for images. • (Large)* 2272 x 1704 pixels • (Medium 1) 1600 x 1200 pixels • (Medium 2) 1024 x 768 pixels • (Small) 640 x 480 pixels Sets the number of pixels used for movies. • 320 x 240 pixels* • 160 x 120 pixels p. 51 p. 51 p. 51 Rec.
128 List of Menu Options and Messages * Default setting Item/Menu Screen Options Self-timer Sets the duration before the self-timer delay. • 10 seconds* • 2 seconds AF-assist Beam Digital Zoom Review Long Shutter Sets the AF-assist Beam to on or off. • On* • Off Sets whether or not the optical zoom is supplemented by digital processing. • On • Off* Sets the duration images display on the LCD monitor after the shutter button releases.
List of Menu Options and Messages Play Menu Item/Menu Screen Protect Options Reference Page Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 94 Rotate Rotates images clockwise 90º or 270º in the display. p. 87 Sound Memo Adds sound memos to images. p. 88 Erase all Deletes all images from a CF card (except for protected images). p. 96 Slide Show Plays images in automated slide shows. p.
130 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Print Order Reference Page Options Selects images and the number of print copies for output to a DPOF - compatible printer or a photo developing service. p. 111 Transfer Order Selects the images that will be transferred to your email software. p. 119 Set up Menu * Default setting Item/Menu Screen Beep LCD Brightness Options Sets whether or not a beep sounds when the shutter button is pressed.
List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Auto Power Down Date/Time Options Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without something being pressed. • On* • Off Reference Page p. 27 Sets the date and time and the date format. p. 23 Format Formats (initializes) CF cards. p. 97 Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Adjusts the volume of the sound played when the shutter releses. The shutter sound does not play when a movie is recording.
132 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. File No. Reset Auto Rotate Options Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera power is turned on. • Off • 3 • 1 • 4 • 2* • 5 Adjusts the volume of the operation sound. • Off • 3 • 1 • 4 • 2* • 5 Adjusts the volume of the self-timer sound played 2 sec. before shutter is released. • Off • 3 • 1 • 4 • 2* • 5 Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new CF cards are inserted.
List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Options Language Sets the language used in menus and messages on the LCD monitor. • English* • Italiano • Deutsch • Norsk • Français • 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. Video System Sets the video output signal standard. • NTSC • PAL Reference Page p. 25 p.
134 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Start-up Image Start-up Sound Operation Sound Selftimer Sound Shutter Sound Options Reference Page Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. • Off • * • • p. 45 Sets the sound emitted when the camera power is turned on.*1 • Off • * • • p. 45 Sets the sound emitted when any button other than the shutter button is pressed.*1 • Off • * • • p.
List of Menu Options and Messages How the Beep in the (Set up) Menu and Sounds in the (My Camera) Menu Interact To turn off each sound, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound, operation sound and selftimer sound, the beep must first be set to [Off] in the (Set up) menu and then each sound item must be set individually to [Off]. If the beep is set to [On], a beep will sound for each item even if it is set to [Off] in the (My Camera) menu. The table below shows the relationship.
136 List of Menu Options and Messages Resetting Settings to Their Default Values You can reset 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 • Use the or button to select [OK]. • To exit without resetting, select [Cancel].
List of Menu Options and Messages List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor while shooting or replaying. Busy... Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card No memory card You attempted to shoot or replay images without a CF card installed. Cannot record! You attempted to shoot an image without a CF card installed. Memory card error! CF card has experienced an anomaly. Memory card full CF card is too full to accommodate more images or print settings.
138 List of Menu Options and Messages Corrupted Data You attempted to replay an image with corrupted data. RAW You attempted to replay an image recorded in the RAW format. Unidentified Image 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.
List of Menu Options and Messages List of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print Function Compatible Printer (CP series) is Connected The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor while a direct print function compatible printer (sold separately) is connected. No Paper Paper cassette is empty or incorrectly installed. Paper feed may not be operating correctly. No Ink Incompatible paper size The ink cassette is empty or missing.
140 List of Menu Options and Messages 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. On Bubble Jet Printers with operation panels, check the error number displayed on the panel and refer to the Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide.
141 Appendices Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) 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 power outlet.
142 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.
Appendices Camera Care and Maintenance Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder and LCD monitor. 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.
144 Appendices Troubleshooting Problem Camera will not operate Cause Solution Power is not turned on • 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 • Insert a fully charged battery voltage into the camera. • Use the AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately).
Appendices Problem Lens will not retract Cause Solution Battery cover or CF card slot cover was opened with power on • First close the battery cover or CF card slot cover and then turn the power off. Battery cover or • First close the battery cover or CF card slot cover CF card slot cover and then turn was opened while the power off. recording to the CF card (warning signal sounds) Battery life • Replace the battery pack with a Battery pack new one.
146 Appendices Problem Image is blurred or out of focus Cause Solution AF-assist Beam is set to off • Set the AF-assist Beam to on (p. 128). Subject is out of focal range • Ensure there is at least 46 cm (1.5 ft.) between the camera lens and subject. • Use the Macro mode to shoot close-ups between 30 and 46 cm (11.8 in. to 1.5 ft.) from the lens (5 cm (2 in.) when set to wide angle). • Use the Infinity mode to shoot distant subjects. The subject is hard • Use the focus lock to shoot.
Appendices Problem A red band appears on the LCD monitor Cause Subject is too bright Solution • This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction. (This red bar of light will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies.) White dots appear Light from the flash • This is a phenomenon that has reflected off dust occurs with digital cameras and on the image particles or insects in does not constitute a the air.
148 Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot S400 DIGITAL ELPH / DIGITAL IXUS 400 Camera Effective Pixels: Image Sensor: Approx. 4 million 1/ 1.8 in. CCD (Total number of pixels: approx. 4.1 million) Lens: 7.4 (W) - 22.2 (T) mm (35 mm film equivalent: 36-108mm) F2.8 (W) - 4.9 (T) Digital Zoom: Maximum approx. 3.6 x (Maximum approx.
Specifications Flash Shooting Range: Normal mode: 46 cm - 3.5 m (1.5- 11.5 ft.) (W) 46 cm - 2.0 m (1.5- 6.6 ft.) (T) Macro Mode: 30- 46 cm (11.8 in.-1.5 ft.) (W/T) Shooting Modes: Continuous Shooting: Auto / manual / stitch assist / movie Approx. 1.5 images/sec. (2.5 images/sec. in highspeed mode) (Large/Fine mode, LCD monitor off) Self-timer: Shoots after approx. 10 sec. or approx. 2 sec. PC Connected Shooting: Available (USB connection only.
150 Specifications Interface: Power Source: USB (mini-B, PTP [Picture Transfer Protocol]), Audio / Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, Monaural audio) Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (type: NB-1LH / NB-1L) AC Adapter Kit ACK500 Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 Operating Temperatures: 0º- 40º C (32º - 104º F) Operating Humidity: Dimensions (w x h x d): 10% - 90% 87.0 x 57.0 x 27.8 mm (3.4 x 2.2 x 1.1 in.) (excluding protrusions) Approx. 185 g (6.5 oz.
Specifications CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) FC-16M FC-32M FC-64M FC-128M FC-256MH 7 13 26 (2272 x 1704 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (1024 x 768 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) MOVIE (320 x 240 pixels) 14 27 54 30 54 110 61 110 220 123 222 443 14 30 61 122 246 26 52 54 108 109 217 219 435 440 868 25 53 107 215 431 46 84 94 174 189 349 379 700 762 1390 58 120 241 482 962 94 165 196 337 393 676 788 1355 1563 2720 91 sec. 183 sec. 368 sec. 735 sec.
152 Specifications CompactFlash™ Card Card Slot Type: Type I Dimensions: 36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.) Weight: Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.) Battery Pack NB-1LH Type: Rechargeable Lithium Ion Cell Nominal Voltage: 3.7 V Typical Capacity: 840 mAh Cycle Life: Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures: 0 - 40 ºC (32 - 104 ºF) Dimensions: 32.3 x 49.8 x 10.6 mm (1.3 x 2.0 x 0.4 in.) Weight: Approx. 29 g (1.0 oz.) Battery Charger CB-2LS/CB-2LSE Rated Input: 100-240 V AC (50 / 60 Hz) 0.
Specifications Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 (Optional) Rated Input: DC 12 - 24 V, 4.3 W Rated Output: 4.2 V DC, 0.55 A Charging Time: Approx. 130 minutes* Operating Temperatures: 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.
154 Index A AC Adapter Kit (ACK500) 141 AE Lock 66 AF Frame 32, 68 AF-assist Beam 36 AF Lock 64 AiAF 34 Autofocus 34, 68 Autofocus Lock 64 Auto Mode 49 Auto Power Down 27 Auto Rotate 78 AV Cable AVC-DC100 121 Connecting to a Bubble Jet Printer 103 Direct Print function Compatible Printer 102 Direct Printing 99 DPOF 99, 100, 111, 119 DPOF Print Order 99 Printing 111 Print Style 114 Resetting 116 Selecting Images 111 DPOF Transfer Order 119 Downloading Images to a Computer 122 B Battery Battery Pack Charge
Index L Language 25 LCD Monitor Information Displayed 31 Using the LCD Monitor 29 M Macro Mode 55 Magnifying 81 Manual Mode 49 Menu Play 129 Rec.
156 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.
157 FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1038) 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.
158 MEMO
159 MEMO
160 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. Stitch Assist Movie Reference Page ●* ▲* - p. 51 ● ▲ - p. 51 ● ● ▲ - p. 51 Small ● ● ▲ - p. 51 Movie - - - ●* p. 51 Movie - - - ● p. 51 Superfine ● ● ▲ - p. 51 ●* ●* ▲* - p. 51 Normal ● ● ▲ - p. 51 Auto ● ● - - p.
161 Auto Manual Stitch Assist Movie Reference Page Autofocus Modes - ● - - p. 68 AF-assist Beam ● ● ▲ ● p. 36 Digital Zoom ● ● - - p. 56 Exposure Compensation - ● ▲ ● p. 70 - ● - - p. 69 - ● - - p. 69 Function Evaluative Light Metering Center-Weighted Averaging Method - ● - - p. 69 Long Shutter - ● - - p. 71 White Balance - ● ▲ ● p. 73 Photo Effect - ● ▲ ● p. 76 ISO Speed -(1) ● -(1) -(1) p. 77 Auto Rotate ● ● ▲ - p.
