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ENGLISH Getting Started Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information. • 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 Getting Started Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information. • 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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... memory cards* • Eye-Fi cards * Conforms to SD specifications. Compatible Memory Cards The following items are included in the package. Camera Battery Pack NB-6L (with the camera. 2 Package Contents Before use the included software, refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM (p. 22). • Adobe Reader ...is missing, contact your camera dealer. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with terminal cover) Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU...
... memory cards* • Eye-Fi cards * Conforms to SD specifications. Compatible Memory Cards The following items are included in the package. Camera Battery Pack NB-6L (with the camera. 2 Package Contents Before use the included software, refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM (p. 22). • Adobe Reader ...is missing, contact your camera dealer. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with terminal cover) Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU...
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... of purchase before using the camera. • When the camera is used over an extended period, it is unclear whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with the card manufacturer. If covered, remove the film before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. ... is not guaranteed to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. • Images recorded by the camera are intended for personal use. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from unauthorized recording...
... of purchase before using the camera. • When the camera is used over an extended period, it is unclear whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with the card manufacturer. If covered, remove the film before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. ... is not guaranteed to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. • Images recorded by the camera are intended for personal use. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from unauthorized recording...
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... function is used for expert camera use • (p. Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Power button Shutter button GPS antenna SX260 HS Microphone Flash Speaker Tripod socket ...DC coupler terminal cover Memory card/battery cover Strap mount • In this guide apply to the camera under default settings. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are used...
... function is used for expert camera use • (p. Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Power button Shutter button GPS antenna SX260 HS Microphone Flash Speaker Tripod socket ...DC coupler terminal cover Memory card/battery cover Strap mount • In this guide apply to the camera under default settings. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are used...
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Most of these operations are also possible with the opqr buttons. • The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons. Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Screen (LCD monitor) Mode dial AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL ...
Most of these operations are also possible with the opqr buttons. • The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons. Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Screen (LCD monitor) Mode dial AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL ...
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...Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide 4 Contents 6 Safety Precautions 6 Initial Preparations 10 Trying the Camera Out 17 Included Software, PDF Manuals.... 21 Accessories 28 Specifications 30 Safety Precautions • Before using the flash. • Store ...possibility of children and infants. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. 6 Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation. • Use ...
...Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide 4 Contents 6 Safety Precautions 6 Initial Preparations 10 Trying the Camera Out 17 Included Software, PDF Manuals.... 21 Accessories 28 Specifications 30 Safety Precautions • Before using the flash. • Store ...possibility of children and infants. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. 6 Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation. • Use ...
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... leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water. • Turn the camera off in places where camera use of electronic instruments and other injuries. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the strap, be careful not to cover it ...fire, burns or other devices. This could damage the speakers. Caution Denotes the possibility of injury. • When holding the camera by the camera may result from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Places subject to strong sunlight...
... leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water. • Turn the camera off in places where camera use of electronic instruments and other injuries. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the strap, be careful not to cover it ...fire, burns or other devices. This could damage the speakers. Caution Denotes the possibility of injury. • When holding the camera by the camera may result from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Places subject to strong sunlight...
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...matter from the flash. This may damage the image sensor. • When using it. • Do not place anything, such as the sun on the camera screen for a long period of the unit. Doing so may cause the product to malfunction. • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, ... Please use , small amounts of damage to the unit. • Remove and store the battery when you discard the battery, cover the terminals with the camera in fire. • Do not place the battery near pets. Caution Denotes the possibility of smoke may occur. • Before you are not using the...
...matter from the flash. This may damage the image sensor. • When using it. • Do not place anything, such as the sun on the camera screen for a long period of the unit. Doing so may cause the product to malfunction. • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, ... Please use , small amounts of damage to the unit. • Remove and store the battery when you discard the battery, cover the terminals with the camera in fire. • Do not place the battery near pets. Caution Denotes the possibility of smoke may occur. • Before you are not using the...
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Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 9 Safety Precautions • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 9 Safety Precautions • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera.
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...to your fingers on it from moving. If the flash is up, do not rest your body and hold the camera securely to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the included charger. Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the battery charged.... Holding the Camera z Place the strap around your wrist. Remove the cover. Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Insert the ...
...to your fingers on it from moving. If the flash is up, do not rest your body and hold the camera securely to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the included charger. Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the battery charged.... Holding the Camera z Place the strap around your wrist. Remove the cover. Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Insert the ...
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...could result in the locked (downward) position. z Recording is not possible on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with this camera (see "Specifications" (p. 30). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Slide the tab up (...card (or a memory card formatted in ( ) and up until it in another device), you should format the memory card with a fully charged battery, see Camera User Guide). z For CB-2LYE: Plug the power cord into a power outlet ( ). z For CB-2LY: Flip out the plug ( ) and ...
...could result in the locked (downward) position. z Recording is not possible on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with this camera (see "Specifications" (p. 30). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Slide the tab up (...card (or a memory card formatted in ( ) and up until it in another device), you should format the memory card with a fully charged battery, see Camera User Guide). z For CB-2LYE: Plug the power cord into a power outlet ( ). z For CB-2LY: Flip out the plug ( ) and ...
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... memory card is facing the right way and locks when inserted. Terminals Close the cover. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. z Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you insert it clicks into the locked position. Terminals Battery Lock Insert the battery. z While pressing the...
... memory card is facing the right way and locks when inserted. Terminals Close the cover. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. z Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you insert it clicks into the locked position. Terminals Battery Lock Insert the battery. z While pressing the...
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z Press the op buttons or turn the camera on . Turn the camera on . z Press the power button. X The battery will pop up . Remove the memory card. Setting the Date and Time A screen for dates and times added ...
z Press the op buttons or turn the camera on . Turn the camera on . z Press the power button. X The battery will pop up . Remove the memory card. Setting the Date and Time A screen for dates and times added ...
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Access the camera menu. z Press the m button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. Specify the correct information. • To set the date, ... Adjust the date and time as follows. z Press the n button. 14 z Press the qr buttons or turn the camera on. Initial Preparations Set the local time zone. Finish the setup process. z To turn off the camera, press the power button. • Unless you turn the 5 dial to choose your local time zone.
Access the camera menu. z Press the m button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. Specify the correct information. • To set the date, ... Adjust the date and time as follows. z Press the n button. 14 z Press the qr buttons or turn the camera on. Initial Preparations Set the local time zone. Finish the setup process. z To turn off the camera, press the power button. • Unless you turn the 5 dial to choose your local time zone.
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.../time battery will be displayed when you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to choose [Date/Time], and then press the m button. Change the date and time. SX260 HS 15 z Press the op buttons or turn the camera on. z Press the n button to close the menu. • Date/... once you turn the 5 dial to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, see Camera User Guide), even if the camera is left off. • Once the date/time battery is possible using GPS (see Camera User Guide). SX260 HS SX240 HS Initial Preparations Choose [Date/Time]. Follow the steps on p. 13 to choose the...
.../time battery will be displayed when you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to choose [Date/Time], and then press the m button. Change the date and time. SX260 HS 15 z Press the op buttons or turn the camera on. z Press the n button to close the menu. • Date/... once you turn the 5 dial to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, see Camera User Guide), even if the camera is left off. • Once the date/time battery is possible using GPS (see Camera User Guide). SX260 HS SX240 HS Initial Preparations Choose [Date/Time]. Follow the steps on p. 13 to choose the...
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...toward j (wide angle). 17 z Set the mode dial to A. Compose the shot. Turn the camera on , shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Enter A mode. z Aim the camera at the subject. z Press the power button. X Icons 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. X Frames displayed around any subjects that are detected indicate that they are displayed in focus. Still...
...toward j (wide angle). 17 z Set the mode dial to A. Compose the shot. Turn the camera on , shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Enter A mode. z Aim the camera at the subject. z Press the power button. X Icons 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. X Frames displayed around any subjects that are detected indicate that they are displayed in focus. Still...
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... two seconds. z Press the movie button. X The flash automatically rises in focus. z Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down . The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in low-light conditions. z Press the shutter button all the way... down . z Even while the shot is displayed with the elapsed time. 18 z Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. Shooting Movies Start shooting. X As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. Trying the...
... two seconds. z Press the movie button. X The flash automatically rises in focus. z Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down . The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in low-light conditions. z Press the shutter button all the way... down . z Even while the shot is displayed with the elapsed time. 18 z Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. Shooting Movies Start shooting. X As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. Trying the...
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Elapsed Time Trying the Camera Out X Black bars displayed on the screen as recording stops. Enter Playback mode. X Frames displayed around any faces that are detected indicate that they are ... the movie button. Finish shooting. Images appear grainy at this time. 19 z Once recording begins, you can take your images. Browse through images quickly. The camera beeps twice as follows.
Elapsed Time Trying the Camera Out X Black bars displayed on the screen as recording stops. Enter Playback mode. X Frames displayed around any faces that are detected indicate that they are ... the movie button. Finish shooting. Images appear grainy at this time. 19 z Once recording begins, you can take your images. Browse through images quickly. The camera beeps twice as follows.
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z To return to step 3. To play movies, go to single-image display, press the m button. Trying the Camera Out z To access Scroll Display mode, turn the 5 dial), and then press the m button again. z Press the m button, choose (either press the op buttons or ...
z To return to step 3. To play movies, go to single-image display, press the m button. Trying the Camera Out z To access Scroll Display mode, turn the 5 dial), and then press the m button again. z Press the m button, choose (either press the op buttons or ...
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...cancel erasure, press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [Erase], and then press the m button. ImageBrowser EX z Import images and change camera settings z Manage images: view, search, and organize z Print and edit images z Update to the latest software version with the auto update function Auto Update ... and PDF manuals on the included CD-ROM are introduced below, with an Internet connection so you can also erase all images at once (see Camera User Guide). X The current image is displayed, press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [Cancel], and then press the m button....
...cancel erasure, press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [Erase], and then press the m button. ImageBrowser EX z Import images and change camera settings z Manage images: view, search, and organize z Print and edit images z Update to the latest software version with the auto update function Auto Update ... and PDF manuals on the included CD-ROM are introduced below, with an Internet connection so you can also erase all images at once (see Camera User Guide). X The current image is displayed, press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [Cancel], and then press the m button....