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CDI-E137-010 Camera User Guide ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide / © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA z Please read the Read This First section (p. 7). z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.
CDI-E137-010 Camera User Guide ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide / © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA z Please read the Read This First section (p. 7). z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.
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Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing
Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing
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.... No part of non-Canon CF cards. Please be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any time without the prior written permission of Canon. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used in your region... before using it with extremely highprecision manufacturing techniques. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to change the language setting.
.... No part of non-Canon CF cards. Please be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any time without the prior written permission of Canon. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used in your region... before using it with extremely highprecision manufacturing techniques. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to change the language setting.
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Read This First 7 Please Read 7 Safety Precautions 8 Preventing Malfunctions 13 Components Guide 14 Preparing the Camera 17 Installing the Batteries 17 Installing a CF Card 20 Setting the Date/Time 22 Setting the Language 24 Basic Functions 25 Turning the ...Scene 38 4 Fast Shutter 38 Slow Shutter 38 Changing the Resolution and Compression......... 40 Using the Flash 42 Macro Mode 44 Self-timer 45 Digital Zoom 46 Continuous Shooting 47 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) .. 48 Special Scene Mode 51 Postcard Print Mode 53 Movie Mode 55 Playback - The ...
Read This First 7 Please Read 7 Safety Precautions 8 Preventing Malfunctions 13 Components Guide 14 Preparing the Camera 17 Installing the Batteries 17 Installing a CF Card 20 Setting the Date/Time 22 Setting the Language 24 Basic Functions 25 Turning the ...Scene 38 4 Fast Shutter 38 Slow Shutter 38 Changing the Resolution and Compression......... 40 Using the Flash 42 Macro Mode 44 Self-timer 45 Digital Zoom 46 Continuous Shooting 47 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) .. 48 Special Scene Mode 51 Postcard Print Mode 53 Movie Mode 55 Playback - The ...
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... Computer 104 Computer System Requirements 104 Viewing Images on a TV Set 112 Resetting the File Number 114 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) 115 Registering My Camera Settings 116 List of Contents Downloading Images to Default 73 Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone 74 Program AE 75 ... Metering Modes 79 Adjusting the Exposure 80 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance 81 Changing the ISO Speed 84 Changing the Photo Effect 85 Adjusting the Flash Output 86 Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus ......87 Setting the Auto Rotate Function 89 Playback - Advanced Features...
... Computer 104 Computer System Requirements 104 Viewing Images on a TV Set 112 Resetting the File Number 114 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) 115 Registering My Camera Settings 116 List of Contents Downloading Images to Default 73 Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone 74 Program AE 75 ... Metering Modes 79 Adjusting the Exposure 80 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance 81 Changing the ISO Speed 84 Changing the Photo Effect 85 Adjusting the Flash Output 86 Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus ......87 Setting the Auto Rotate Function 89 Playback - Advanced Features...
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This mark denotes additional topics that may affect the camera's operation. Using the Flash Mode Dial This mark denotes issues that complement the basic operating procedures. 6 As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to or . Table of Contents Symbols Used Icons under title bars show the operations mode.
This mark denotes additional topics that may affect the camera's operation. Using the Flash Mode Dial This mark denotes issues that complement the basic operating procedures. 6 As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to or . Table of Contents Symbols Used Icons under title bars show the operations mode.
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... the country of sale before proceeding with your camera. 7 Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is operating and being operated correctly. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we...
... the country of sale before proceeding with your camera. 7 Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is operating and being operated correctly. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we...
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Always ensure that you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. z In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to instruct you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Read This First Safety Precautions z Before using the camera, please ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to the camera, batteries, and separately sold battery and charger kit and compact power adapter. 8
Always ensure that you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. z In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to instruct you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Read This First Safety Precautions z Before using the camera, please ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to the camera, batteries, and separately sold battery and charger kit and compact power adapter. 8
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...particular, remain at other intense light sources which could damage your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Store this guide. Accidental damage to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. 9 Internal inspections, alterations and repairs.... There is not expressly described in asphyxiation. Please take the first opportunity to the camera or batteries by your eyesight. Please consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become...
...particular, remain at other intense light sources which could damage your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Store this guide. Accidental damage to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. 9 Internal inspections, alterations and repairs.... There is not expressly described in asphyxiation. Please take the first opportunity to the camera or batteries by your eyesight. Please consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become...
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... Remove the power cord on the plug, the exterior of the plug. z Do not handle the power cord if your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Read This First z Stop operating the equipment if it with humidity and short-circuit, leading to ...fire. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Continued use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to come into contact with...
... Remove the power cord on the plug, the exterior of the plug. z Do not handle the power cord if your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Read This First z Stop operating the equipment if it with humidity and short-circuit, leading to ...fire. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Continued use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to come into contact with...
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... or serious injury. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to the leakage of other hazards. Use of fire or electric shock. z The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the compact power cord is a risk of fire and other materials in waste containers may lead to overheat...could lead to avoid fires and other hazards. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories. z If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the charger recommended for exclusive use it with other injuries. Use of injury due to leakage and injury. Do not...
... or serious injury. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to the leakage of other hazards. Use of fire or electric shock. z The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the compact power cord is a risk of fire and other materials in waste containers may lead to overheat...could lead to avoid fires and other hazards. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories. z If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the charger recommended for exclusive use it with other injuries. Use of injury due to leakage and injury. Do not...
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... not fully inserted into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. Please take care when operating the camera for prolonged periods, the camera body may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The flash may become warm. Storage in such areas could result in fire, ...Be careful not to region. The resulting heat build-up could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage. z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it by the strap. The plug of the flash after taking several pictures in humid or dusty areas. Exposure to intense sunlight and...
... not fully inserted into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. Please take care when operating the camera for prolonged periods, the camera body may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The flash may become warm. Storage in such areas could result in fire, ...Be careful not to region. The resulting heat build-up could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage. z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it by the strap. The plug of the flash after taking several pictures in humid or dusty areas. Exposure to intense sunlight and...
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... use . Remove the CF card and battery or power cord (if connected) from the bag. Exposure to electric motors or other camera settings may reset to default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks. 13 You can damage the...until the moisture evaporates completely before removing it adjust to form on its external and internal surfaces. If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Stop using the camera for extended periods with batteries installed may damage the equipment. Avoid Condensation Related Problems Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and ...
... use . Remove the CF card and battery or power cord (if connected) from the bag. Exposure to electric motors or other camera settings may reset to default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks. 13 You can damage the...until the moisture evaporates completely before removing it adjust to form on its external and internal surfaces. If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Stop using the camera for extended periods with batteries installed may damage the equipment. Avoid Condensation Related Problems Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and ...
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... • Bubble Jet Printers: - PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) • PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Please refer to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables. Components Guide Shutter ...) Self-timer Lamp Flash (p. 42) A/V (Audio/Video) Out Terminal (p. 112) Ring Release Button Zoom Lever Lens Terminal Cover (p. 33, 46, 58, 59) Microphone Ring DIGITAL Terminal (p. 107) To connect the camera to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the...
... • Bubble Jet Printers: - PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) • PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Please refer to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables. Components Guide Shutter ...) Self-timer Lamp Flash (p. 42) A/V (Audio/Video) Out Terminal (p. 112) Ring Release Button Zoom Lever Lens Terminal Cover (p. 33, 46, 58, 59) Microphone Ring DIGITAL Terminal (p. 107) To connect the camera to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the...
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... Software Starter Guide (separate from this guide) Blue: Ready to print/Ready to transfer images Blinking Blue: Printing/Transferring * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it before using the...
... Software Starter Guide (separate from this guide) Blue: Ready to print/Ready to transfer images Blinking Blue: Printing/Transferring * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it before using the...
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...manually (p. 89)) • Power Indicator Green: Power is on) • Indicator Next to select a Shooting mode. Auto : Auto (p. 33) The camera automatically selects Image Zone settings. • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 38) : Landscape (p. 38) : Night Scene (p. 38) : Fast Shutter (p. 38... card/Erasing from CF card/ Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to record (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to record (camera shake warning)/Flash is charging (when LCD monitor is on 16
...manually (p. 89)) • Power Indicator Green: Power is on) • Indicator Next to select a Shooting mode. Auto : Auto (p. 33) The camera automatically selects Image Zone settings. • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 38) : Landscape (p. 38) : Night Scene (p. 38) : Fast Shutter (p. 38... card/Erasing from CF card/ Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to record (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to record (camera shake warning)/Flash is charging (when LCD monitor is on 16
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... battery cover lock in the direction of the separately sold battery charger kit lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 128). 17 The camera is off the power or open the cover. 3 Insert the batteries Positive as shown. z We recommend the use separately ...sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 130). You may also use of the arrow, and open the battery ...
... battery cover lock in the direction of the separately sold battery charger kit lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 128). 17 The camera is off the power or open the cover. 3 Insert the batteries Positive as shown. z We recommend the use separately ...sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 130). You may also use of the arrow, and open the battery ...
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... (-) ends in cold areas or for a long time, we recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH Battery Kit NB4-200 (a four piece set). 18 z While it is possible to shortcircuit. Preparing the Camera z For important information, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 128). Proper Battery Handling... z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. Also due to use is unreliable and...
... (-) ends in cold areas or for a long time, we recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH Battery Kit NB4-200 (a four piece set). 18 z While it is possible to shortcircuit. Preparing the Camera z For important information, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 128). Proper Battery Handling... z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. Also due to use is unreliable and...
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...over the edge of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off , as some batteries may come with defective seals. Preparing the Camera The positive electrode (plus terminal) is off, this . Batteries are low or depleted. WARNING Never use damaged batteries or batteries ... overheat, or burst. Replace (or recharge) batteries promptly. Batteries with defective seals. Batteries are fully depleted and the Change the camera can no longer operate. You batteries should replace the batteries immediately. 19 Always check the seals on store-bought batteries before loading ...
...over the edge of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off , as some batteries may come with defective seals. Preparing the Camera The positive electrode (plus terminal) is off, this . Batteries are low or depleted. WARNING Never use damaged batteries or batteries ... overheat, or burst. Replace (or recharge) batteries promptly. Batteries with defective seals. Batteries are fully depleted and the Change the camera can no longer operate. You batteries should replace the batteries immediately. 19 Always check the seals on store-bought batteries before loading ...
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... Card label 20 4 Close the CF card slot cover securely. z You are recommended to or from the CF card. Preparing the Camera Installing a CF Card 1 Be sure that the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to use of the arrow, and open the CF card slot cover. z When... the indicator next to the viewfinder blinks green, the camera is turned off the power or open it. 3 Insert the CF card with the camera may ...
... Card label 20 4 Close the CF card slot cover securely. z You are recommended to or from the CF card. Preparing the Camera Installing a CF Card 1 Be sure that the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to use of the arrow, and open the CF card slot cover. z When... the indicator next to the viewfinder blinks green, the camera is turned off the power or open it. 3 Insert the CF card with the camera may ...