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... the following items are included in your new camera and take some test shots. • Adobe Reader is missing, contact the retailer from : http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.htm • You can find the manuals in the Readme folder on the CD-ROM. • Camera User Guide (This Guide) Once... when you want to connect the camera to install and use the included memory card to try out your camera package. Camera AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) Memory Card Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC300 Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty...
... the following items are included in your new camera and take some test shots. • Adobe Reader is missing, contact the retailer from : http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.htm • You can find the manuals in the Readme folder on the CD-ROM. • Camera User Guide (This Guide) Once... when you want to connect the camera to install and use the included memory card to try out your camera package. Camera AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) Memory Card Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC300 Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty...
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... G Shooting in Special Conditions 50 ! Checking the Package Contents .......2 Read This First 3 What Do You Want to Do 4 Safety Precautions 8 1 Getting Started 11 Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card 12 Setting the Date and Time 16 Setting the Display Language..........18 Pressing the Shutter Button 19 » Taking Pictures 20 1 Viewing...
... G Shooting in Special Conditions 50 ! Checking the Package Contents .......2 Read This First 3 What Do You Want to Do 4 Safety Precautions 8 1 Getting Started 11 Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card 12 Setting the Date and Time 16 Setting the Display Language..........18 Pressing the Shutter Button 19 » Taking Pictures 20 1 Viewing...
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... Printing (DPOF 96 8 Customizing the Camera.... 99 Changing Functions 100 Changing Shooting Functions ....... 103 Changing Playback Functions....... 105 9 Useful Information 107 Replacing the Date/Time Battery 108 Using Household Power 109 Handling Precautions 110 Troubleshooting 111 List of 9 (Index Display 86 d Searching for Shooting Movies 81 Changing the Image Quality 82...
... Printing (DPOF 96 8 Customizing the Camera.... 99 Changing Functions 100 Changing Shooting Functions ....... 103 Changing Playback Functions....... 105 9 Useful Information 107 Replacing the Date/Time Battery 108 Using Household Power 109 Handling Precautions 110 Troubleshooting 111 List of 9 (Index Display 86 d Searching for Shooting Movies 81 Changing the Image Quality 82...
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... the possibility of serious injury or death. If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with any part of injury. Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. This could result in fire or electrical shock. 8 Using other persons, or damage to the equipment. • ... immediately. • Do not attempt to also check the guides included with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the batteries. • Use only recommended power sources. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the camera,...
... the possibility of serious injury or death. If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with any part of injury. Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. This could result in fire or electrical shock. 8 Using other persons, or damage to the equipment. • ... immediately. • Do not attempt to also check the guides included with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the batteries. • Use only recommended power sources. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the camera,...
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...in electrical shock, fire, burns or other liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. • Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts. Places subject to strong sunlight. - Caution • Do not aim the camera at a windy location, ...at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Other Warnings • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance. High temperatures may cause ...
...in electrical shock, fire, burns or other liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. • Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts. Places subject to strong sunlight. - Caution • Do not aim the camera at a windy location, ...at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Other Warnings • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance. High temperatures may cause ...
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... come into contact with tape or other insulators. Doing so may cause the camera to the strap. Doing so may occur. • Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with the LCD monitor. • Do not attach accessories to malfunction. • Remove and store the...
... come into contact with tape or other insulators. Doing so may cause the camera to the strap. Doing so may occur. • Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with the LCD monitor. • Do not attach accessories to malfunction. • Remove and store the...
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... card as shown. Check the card's write-protect tab. ● If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you hear a click. Insert the batteries. ● Insert the batteries with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera. 12 Inserting the memory card in the... locked position. Slide the tab up until it locks into the camera. Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Insert the included batteries and memory card into place with (+) and (-) ends oriented correctly.
... card as shown. Check the card's write-protect tab. ● If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you hear a click. Insert the batteries. ● Insert the batteries with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera. 12 Inserting the memory card in the... locked position. Slide the tab up until it locks into the camera. Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Insert the included batteries and memory card into place with (+) and (-) ends oriented correctly.
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X The memory card will pop up. 13 Removing the Memory Card ● Push the memory card in until it . Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Close the cover. ● Close the cover and press downward as you slide it until you hear a click, then slowly release it clicks into place .
X The memory card will pop up. 13 Removing the Memory Card ● Push the memory card in until it . Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Close the cover. ● Close the cover and press downward as you slide it until you hear a click, then slowly release it clicks into place .
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... based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken. • Depending on fully charged batteries. If the batteries are depleted. Compatible Batteries AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 34, 36).
... based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken. • Depending on fully charged batteries. If the batteries are depleted. Compatible Batteries AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 34, 36).
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Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 128 MB 47 2 GB 749 8 GB 2994 • Values are ...
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 128 MB 47 2 GB 749 8 GB 2994 • Values are ...
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Change the date and time. ● Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 16 to select [Date/ Time], then press the m button. Date/Time battery If [Date/Time] appear even when the date/time have been correctly set, insert a new date/time battery (p. 108). 17 Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Select [Date/Time] in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to adjust the setting. ● To close the menus, press the n button.
Change the date and time. ● Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 16 to select [Date/ Time], then press the m button. Date/Time battery If [Date/Time] appear even when the date/time have been correctly set, insert a new date/time battery (p. 108). 17 Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Select [Date/Time] in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to adjust the setting. ● To close the menus, press the n button.
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Accessories Supplied with Camera AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Wrist Strap WS-800 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) Memory Card DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*3 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Battery Charger CB-5AH AA-size NiMH batteries (NB-3AH x4) Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. *3 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 may also be used. 34
Accessories Supplied with Camera AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Wrist Strap WS-800 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) Memory Card DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*3 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Battery Charger CB-5AH AA-size NiMH batteries (NB-3AH x4) Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. *3 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 may also be used. 34
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.../or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 35 Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this warranty does not apply to ...achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Accessories Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal TV/Video Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series)*2 Card Reader Inkjet Printers (PIXMA series)*2 Windows/...
.../or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 35 Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this warranty does not apply to ...achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Accessories Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal TV/Video Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series)*2 Card Reader Inkjet Printers (PIXMA series)*2 Windows/...
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... the camera for an extended period of time. • AC Adapter Kit ACK800 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. The battery charger can illuminate subjects that have 100 - 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power. Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are too distant... that are sold separately. Other Accessories • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can also be used to charge the batteries inside the camera. The charger can be used when abroad. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be ...
... the camera for an extended period of time. • AC Adapter Kit ACK800 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. The battery charger can illuminate subjects that have 100 - 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power. Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are too distant... that are sold separately. Other Accessories • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can also be used to charge the batteries inside the camera. The charger can be used when abroad. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be ...
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... (p. 19) Power Button (p. 20) Flash (p. 53) Speaker Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 103) / RedEye Reduction Lamp (p. 103) / SelfTimer Lamp (pp. 57, 71)) Tripod Socket Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 12) Strap Mount (p. 11) Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 40) 1 (Playback) Button (p. 23) æ Button Indicator (p. 39) Zoom Button Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (p. 20) Playback: k (Magnify...
... (p. 19) Power Button (p. 20) Flash (p. 53) Speaker Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 103) / RedEye Reduction Lamp (p. 103) / SelfTimer Lamp (pp. 57, 71)) Tripod Socket Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 12) Strap Mount (p. 11) Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 40) 1 (Playback) Button (p. 23) æ Button Indicator (p. 39) Zoom Button Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (p. 20) Playback: k (Magnify...
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...to/read from the memory card or various information is last operated. • You can turn off the power, open the memory card slot/battery cover, shake or jolt the camera. These actions may corrupt the image data or cause the camera or memory card to /read from the memory... card, or during Shooting The monitor will light or blink green when images are being transmitted. Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is last operated. When the monitor has turned off approximately 5 minutes after the camera is not ...
...to/read from the memory card or various information is last operated. • You can turn off the power, open the memory card slot/battery cover, shake or jolt the camera. These actions may corrupt the image data or cause the camera or memory card to /read from the memory... card, or during Shooting The monitor will light or blink green when images are being transmitted. Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is last operated. When the monitor has turned off approximately 5 minutes after the camera is not ...
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... Playback (Detailed Information Display) Shooting Mode Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation (p. 66) White Balance (p. 68) Histogram (p. 42) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 64), AVI (Movies) Metering Modes (p. 77) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 14) Displayed image number / Total number of images Folder Number - File Number (p. 101) ISO Speed (p. 67) Aperture Value, Image Quality (Movies) Flash Sync...
... Playback (Detailed Information Display) Shooting Mode Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation (p. 66) White Balance (p. 68) Histogram (p. 42) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 64), AVI (Movies) Metering Modes (p. 77) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 14) Displayed image number / Total number of images Folder Number - File Number (p. 101) ISO Speed (p. 67) Aperture Value, Image Quality (Movies) Flash Sync...
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...], then use the qr buttons to [Off]. Turning off the Power Saving Function You can turn off automatically (p. 39). Setting it is recommended to save battery power. ● Select [Power Saving], then press the m button. ● Press the op buttons to select [Auto Power Down], then use the qr buttons ...to select a time. ● In order to save battery power, it to [On] is recommended to select [Off]. Changing Functions You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off the start-up...
...], then use the qr buttons to [Off]. Turning off the Power Saving Function You can turn off automatically (p. 39). Setting it is recommended to save battery power. ● Select [Power Saving], then press the m button. ● Press the op buttons to select [Auto Power Down], then use the qr buttons ...to select a time. ● In order to save battery power, it to [On] is recommended to select [Off]. Changing Functions You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off the start-up...
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9 Useful Information This chapter introduces date/time battery replacement, how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of available camera functions. The index also appears at the end. 107
9 Useful Information This chapter introduces date/time battery replacement, how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of available camera functions. The index also appears at the end. 107
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...Time settings screen appears every time the camera is approximately 7 years. Remove the date/time battery holder. Turn off the camera. Replacing the Date/Time Battery The life of the date/time battery (back-up battery) is turned on the camera's power and set the date/time (p. 16). 108 Open... the cover and remove the AA batteries (p. 12). Replace the battery. ● Insert the battery with a new one (CR1220). Insert...
...Time settings screen appears every time the camera is approximately 7 years. Remove the date/time battery holder. Turn off the camera. Replacing the Date/Time Battery The life of the date/time battery (back-up battery) is turned on the camera's power and set the date/time (p. 16). 108 Open... the cover and remove the AA batteries (p. 12). Replace the battery. ● Insert the battery with a new one (CR1220). Insert...