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CDI-E137-010 Camera User Guide ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide / © 2004 CANON INC. z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA z Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).
CDI-E137-010 Camera User Guide ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide / © 2004 CANON INC. z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA z Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).
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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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Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of genuine Canon accessories is designed to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Use of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 1 This product is recommended. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories.
Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of genuine Canon accessories is designed to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Use of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 1 This product is recommended. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories.
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...of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. Canon makes no warranties for an extended period. Less than 99.99% of the pixels operate to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the CompactFlashTM cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices... in this guide may become warm. This has no liability can be aware of Canon. Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of non-Canon CF cards. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to ensure that the information contained in any form, by any...
...of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. Canon makes no warranties for an extended period. Less than 99.99% of the pixels operate to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the CompactFlashTM cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices... in this guide may become warm. This has no liability can be aware of Canon. Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of non-Canon CF cards. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to ensure that the information contained in any form, by any...
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Trademark Acknowledgments • Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc. • CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. • iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. • Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime ... countries. • Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved. 3 Copyright © 2004 Canon Inc.
Trademark Acknowledgments • Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc. • CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. • iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. • Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime ... countries. • Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved. 3 Copyright © 2004 Canon Inc.
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...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 ...Erasing All Images 63 Shooting - 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 ...
...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 ...Erasing All Images 63 Shooting - 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 ...
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... to a 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 Messages 120 Troubleshooting 122 Appendix 128 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately 128 Using the Lenses (Sold ... 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 -
... to a 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 Messages 120 Troubleshooting 122 Appendix 128 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately 128 Using the Lenses (Sold ... 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 -
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Using the Flash Mode Dial This mark denotes issues that complement the basic operating procedures. 6 This mark denotes additional topics that may affect the camera's operation. 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.
Using the Flash Mode Dial This mark denotes issues that complement the basic operating procedures. 6 This mark denotes additional topics that may affect the camera's operation. 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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...and should never be recorded in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images..., exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of sale before proceeding with your camera. 7 For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with a warranty claim to the country of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the ...
...and should never be recorded in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images..., exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of sale before proceeding with your camera. 7 For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with a warranty claim to the country of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the ...
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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 the camera, batteries, and separately sold battery and charger kit and compact power adapter. 8 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 instruct you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. z In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to yourself, other persons and equipment.
Always ensure that you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to the camera, batteries, and separately sold battery and charger kit and compact power adapter. 8 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 instruct you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. z In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to yourself, other persons and equipment.
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Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. In addition, placement of children and infants. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from infants when using the flash. z Do not trigger the...
Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. In addition, placement of children and infants. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from infants when using the flash. z Do not trigger the...
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... on the flexible portion of time may result in fire or electrical shock. z Do not handle the power cord if your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not allow liquids to overheating, distortion of these substances may result in , water or other...z Use of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. The use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other liquids. Failure to do so may lead to...
... on the flexible portion of time may result in fire or electrical shock. z Do not handle the power cord if your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not allow liquids to overheating, distortion of these substances may result in , water or other...z Use of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. The use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other liquids. Failure to do so may lead to...
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...injury due to an explosion. z If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the charger recommended for use it with metallic objects, such as key holders. z The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the compact power cord is serious risk of ... tele-converter, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. z Disconnect the battery charger or compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet after recharging and when the camera is a risk of fire or electric shock. Neither should you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other...
...injury due to an explosion. z If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the charger recommended for use it with metallic objects, such as key holders. z The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the compact power cord is serious risk of ... tele-converter, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. z Disconnect the battery charger or compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet after recharging and when the camera is a risk of fire or electric shock. Neither should you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other...
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...varies according to contact the charger terminals or plug. z If your hands may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for prolonged periods, the camera body may experience a burning sensation. 12 z Ensure that the battery charger or compact power adapter is good ventilation when using ..., placing or storing the equipment in burns. z Do not allow metal objects (such as your camera is not fully inserted into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. Ensure that could lead to intense ...
...varies according to contact the charger terminals or plug. z If your hands may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for prolonged periods, the camera body may experience a burning sensation. 12 z Ensure that the battery charger or compact power adapter is good ventilation when using ..., placing or storing the equipment in burns. z Do not allow metal objects (such as your camera is not fully inserted into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. Ensure that could lead to intense ...
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...temperatures may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Remove the CF card and battery or power cord (if connected) from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before removing it adjust to temperature changes slowly before resuming use may reset to default .... Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause condensation (water droplets) to electric motors or other camera settings may damage the equipment. If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Stop using the camera for more than three weeks. 13 However, the date, time and other equipment generating strong ...
...temperatures may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Remove the CF card and battery or power cord (if connected) from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before removing it adjust to temperature changes slowly before resuming use may reset to default .... Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause condensation (water droplets) to electric motors or other camera settings may damage the equipment. If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Stop using the camera for more than three weeks. 13 However, the date, time and other equipment generating strong ...
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...-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 your Bubble Jet printer user guide. - Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the... of the following cables. 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 the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the ...
...-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 your Bubble Jet printer user guide. - Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the... of the following cables. 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 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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...focus lock or adjusting the focus manually (p. 89)) • Power Indicator Green: Power is on 16 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... 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) • Indicator Next to select a Shooting mode.
...focus lock or adjusting the focus manually (p. 89)) • Power Indicator Green: Power is on 16 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... 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) • Indicator Next to select a Shooting mode.
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...metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card. Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries The camera uses four AA-size alkaline batteries supplied with the camera. end (+) 4 Close the battery cover.... z We recommend the use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 130). z The separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK600 to power the camera (p. 128). 17 The camera is off the power or open the cover. 3 Insert the batteries Positive as ...
...metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card. Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries The camera uses four AA-size alkaline batteries supplied with the camera. end (+) 4 Close the battery cover.... z We recommend the use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 130). z The separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK600 to power the camera (p. 128). 17 The camera is off the power or open the cover. 3 Insert the batteries Positive as ...
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... z Never mix unused and partially used . Proper Battery Handling z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. z Camera operating time may cause batteries to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their ...'s skin or other metallic objects, as the batteries that you purchase may cause a considerable reduction in the right direction. Preparing the Camera z For important information, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 128). Also due to use . z Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (...
... z Never mix unused and partially used . Proper Battery Handling z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. z Camera operating time may cause batteries to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their ...'s skin or other metallic objects, as the batteries that you purchase may cause a considerable reduction in the right direction. Preparing the Camera z For important information, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 128). Also due to use . z Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (...