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ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference.
ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference.
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... A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Camera A3400 IS Battery Pack NB-11L (with terminal cover) A1300 Battery Charger CB-2LD/CB-2LDE A810 Stylus AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk • A memory card is missing, contact your camera dealer. If anything is...
... A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Camera A3400 IS Battery Pack NB-11L (with terminal cover) A1300 Battery Charger CB-2LD/CB-2LDE A810 Stylus AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk • A memory card is missing, contact your camera dealer. If anything is...
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... warm. Preliminary Notes and Legal Information • Take and review some commercial settings. • The camera warranty is machine readable. • Images recorded by the camera are intended for protection against scratches during shipment. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for personal use . If...
... warm. Preliminary Notes and Legal Information • Take and review some commercial settings. • The camera warranty is machine readable. • Images recorded by the camera are intended for protection against scratches during shipment. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for personal use . If...
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... movies. • The following buttons on the camera model: A4000 IS Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A4000 IS only A3400 IS Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A3400 IS only A2400 IS Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2400 IS only A2300 Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2300 only A1300 Functions and precautions for the...
... movies. • The following buttons on the camera model: A4000 IS Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A4000 IS only A3400 IS Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A3400 IS only A2400 IS Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2400 IS only A2300 Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2300 only A1300 Functions and precautions for the...
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...Shooting in Smart Auto Mode ......... 48 Common, Convenient Features ...... 56 Image Customization Features ....... 62 Helpful Shooting Features 65 Customizing Camera Operation...... 66 3 Other Shooting Modes ....67 Specific Scenes 68 Applying Special Effects 72 Special Modes for Other Purposes 79 Shooting ...: Basic Operations 9 Safety Precautions 11 Touch-Screen Operations 15 Initial Preparations 16 Trying the Camera Out 24 Included Software, PDF Manuals ... 30 Accessories 36 1 Camera Basics 39 On/Off 40 Shutter Button 41 Optical Viewfinder 42 Shooting Display Options 43 FUNC...
...Shooting in Smart Auto Mode ......... 48 Common, Convenient Features ...... 56 Image Customization Features ....... 62 Helpful Shooting Features 65 Customizing Camera Operation...... 66 3 Other Shooting Modes ....67 Specific Scenes 68 Applying Special Effects 72 Special Modes for Other Purposes 79 Shooting ...: Basic Operations 9 Safety Precautions 11 Touch-Screen Operations 15 Initial Preparations 16 Trying the Camera Out 24 Included Software, PDF Manuals ... 30 Accessories 36 1 Camera Basics 39 On/Off 40 Shutter Button 41 Optical Viewfinder 42 Shooting Display Options 43 FUNC...
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... people well I Portraits (p. 68) P Against Snow (p. 69) Matching specific scenes Low Light (p. 69) t Fireworks (p. 69) Applying special effects Vivid Colors (p. 72) Poster Effect (p. 72) Toy Camera Effect (p. 77) Monochrome (p. 78) z Where sound and flash are not allowed (Discreet Mode 69 z While adjusting image settings (Live View Control 70 z Focus on faces...
... people well I Portraits (p. 68) P Against Snow (p. 69) Matching specific scenes Low Light (p. 69) t Fireworks (p. 69) Applying special effects Vivid Colors (p. 72) Poster Effect (p. 72) Toy Camera Effect (p. 77) Monochrome (p. 78) z Where sound and flash are not allowed (Discreet Mode 69 z While adjusting image settings (Live View Control 70 z Focus on faces...
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... read the safety precautions described below. This could damage your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A1300 A810 If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. Always ensure that you use ... product. • Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to enter the camera. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the batteries. This could result in electrical shock or ...
... read the safety precautions described below. This could damage your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A1300 A810 If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. Always ensure that you use ... product. • Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to enter the camera. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the batteries. This could result in electrical shock or ...
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.... The electromagnetic waves emitted by the strap, be careful not to the flash. 12 This could damage the speakers. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use is possible to suffer hearing loss from the broken fragments. • When using a dry cloth, wipe away any CD player ... played on the lens. In the event that does not support data CD-ROMs. It is prohibited. Safety Precautions A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Use only the recommended battery. • Do not place the battery near or in direct flame. Do not use the equipment in a manner ...
.... The electromagnetic waves emitted by the strap, be careful not to the flash. 12 This could damage the speakers. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use is possible to suffer hearing loss from the broken fragments. • When using a dry cloth, wipe away any CD player ... played on the lens. In the event that does not support data CD-ROMs. It is prohibited. Safety Precautions A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Use only the recommended battery. • Do not place the battery near or in direct flame. Do not use the equipment in a manner ...
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...materials stuck to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) - This may damage the image sensor. • When using the camera. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Remove and store the battery when you discard the batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other injuries. A1300 A810 •...of smoke may cause deformation of damage to the unit. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Before you are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may lead to enter the camera. A1300 A810 • Remove and store the batteries when you discard the battery, cover ...
...materials stuck to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) - This may damage the image sensor. • When using the camera. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Remove and store the battery when you discard the batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other injuries. A1300 A810 •...of smoke may cause deformation of damage to the unit. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Before you are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may lead to enter the camera. A1300 A810 • Remove and store the batteries when you discard the battery, cover ...
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...A2300 • Do not place the battery near pets. This may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in for a long period of time may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 14 Doing so may cause it to the camera...may cause the product to malfunction. • Do not sit down with the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the + and ...- Safety Precautions A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging is complete, or ...
...A2300 • Do not place the battery near pets. This may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in for a long period of time may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 14 Doing so may cause it to the camera...may cause the product to malfunction. • Do not sit down with the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the + and ...- Safety Precautions A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging is complete, or ...
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..., because the screen works by detecting finger pressure. z The stylus can be detected as shown. 15 A3400 IS Touch-Screen Operations The camera's touch-screen panel enables intuitive operation simply by touch, use pencils, pens, or sharp objects other operations. • Gestures may not ...touchscreen. Touch Touch the screen briefly with your finger across it. To correct any discrepancy between the position you have difficulty operating the camera by touching or tapping the screen. Drag Touch the screen and move your finger. Do not use the included stylus (p. 2). Using...
..., because the screen works by detecting finger pressure. z The stylus can be detected as shown. 15 A3400 IS Touch-Screen Operations The camera's touch-screen panel enables intuitive operation simply by touch, use pencils, pens, or sharp objects other operations. • Gestures may not ...touchscreen. Touch Touch the screen briefly with your finger across it. To correct any discrepancy between the position you have difficulty operating the camera by touching or tapping the screen. Drag Touch the screen and move your finger. Do not use the included stylus (p. 2). Using...
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...through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the flash. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the battery charged. z After aligning the o marks on the battery and charger, insert the ... pushing it from moving. z When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the included charger. Holding the Camera z Place the strap around your fingers on the threaded end ( ). Do not rest your wrist....
...through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the flash. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the battery charged. z After aligning the o marks on the battery and charger, insert the ... pushing it from moving. z When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the included charger. Holding the Camera z Place the strap around your fingers on the threaded end ( ). Do not rest your wrist....
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... Batteries Insert the included batteries. z Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as shown. Compatible Batteries Use AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately, p. 135). • Due to the inconsistent performance of other batteries, use of specified batteries only is recommended.... • NiMH batteries last longer in cameras than alkaline batteries do, especially in cold weather. 19 Open the cover. Close the cover. z Slide the cover ( ) and open it ...
... Batteries Insert the included batteries. z Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as shown. Compatible Batteries Use AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately, p. 135). • Due to the inconsistent performance of other batteries, use of specified batteries only is recommended.... • NiMH batteries last longer in cameras than alkaline batteries do, especially in cold weather. 19 Open the cover. Close the cover. z Slide the cover ( ) and open it ...
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...). z Make sure the memory card is in the locked (downward) position. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Removing the Memory Card z Open the cover and push the memory card in another device), you should format the memory card with a write-protect tab ...
...). z Make sure the memory card is in the locked (downward) position. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Removing the Memory Card z Open the cover and push the memory card in another device), you should format the memory card with a write-protect tab ...
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... sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for setting the date and time is displayed. Turn the camera on . z Press the power button. z To turn off the camera, press the power button. • Unless you set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose choose by pressing the op buttons... the m button. Specify the correct information. • To set the date and time, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on . X The [Date/Time] screen is displayed the first time you turn the...
... sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for setting the date and time is displayed. Turn the camera on . z Press the power button. z To turn off the camera, press the power button. • Unless you set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose choose by pressing the op buttons... the m button. Specify the correct information. • To set the date and time, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on . X The [Date/Time] screen is displayed the first time you turn the...
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...batteries, or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 134), even if the camera is left off . 22 A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • The date/time battery will be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera's built-in about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery or connect the... camera to close the menu. • Date/time settings can be charged in date/time...
...batteries, or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 134), even if the camera is left off . 22 A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 • The date/time battery will be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera's built-in about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery or connect the... camera to close the menu. • Date/time settings can be charged in date/time...
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... representing the scene and image stabilization mode are in the upper right of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. A2300 A1300 A810 X A scene icon is displayed in focus. Compose the shot. z To zoom in the upper right of the screen. z ...it will make a slight clicking noise. z Press the power button. Still Images Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the screen. Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to zoom away from the subject, move the zoom lever toward j (wide angle). 24 As the...
... representing the scene and image stabilization mode are in the upper right of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. A2300 A1300 A810 X A scene icon is displayed in focus. Compose the shot. z To zoom in the upper right of the screen. z ...it will make a slight clicking noise. z Press the power button. Still Images Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the screen. Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to zoom away from the subject, move the zoom lever toward j (wide angle). 24 As the...
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AF Frames Shoot. X Your shot remains displayed on the screen for about two seconds. z Even while the shot is played, and in focus. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. z Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down . Trying the Camera Out Focus. z Press the shutter button all the way down . X As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is displayed, you can take another shot by pressing the shutter button again. 25
AF Frames Shoot. X Your shot remains displayed on the screen for about two seconds. z Even while the shot is played, and in focus. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. z Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down . Trying the Camera Out Focus. z Press the shutter button all the way down . X As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is displayed, you can take another shot by pressing the shutter button again. 25
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... card becomes full. 26 X Recording will stop shooting. Finish shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording begins, and [zRec] is displayed with camera-determined settings, simply by pressing the movie button. Trying the Camera Out Movies Shooting Movies You can take your finger off the movie button. ...X Black bars displayed on and set it to turn the camera on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. z Press the movie button. Elapsed Time Prepare the camera for shooting. z Follow steps 1 - 3 on p. 24 to A mode, ...
... card becomes full. 26 X Recording will stop shooting. Finish shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording begins, and [zRec] is displayed with camera-determined settings, simply by pressing the movie button. Trying the Camera Out Movies Shooting Movies You can take your finger off the movie button. ...X Black bars displayed on and set it to turn the camera on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. z Press the movie button. Elapsed Time Prepare the camera for shooting. z Follow steps 1 - 3 on p. 24 to A mode, ...
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... buttons. 27 Browse through images quickly. Images appear grainy at this time. X Playback now begins, and after the movie is finished, is displayed. Trying the Camera Out Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. X Your last shot...
... buttons. 27 Browse through images quickly. Images appear grainy at this time. X Playback now begins, and after the movie is finished, is displayed. Trying the Camera Out Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. X Your last shot...