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PRINTED IN JAPAN Camera User Guide Camera User Guide Getting Started Learning More Components Guide Basic Operations Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting Using the Mode Dial Various Shooting Methods Playback/Erasing Print Settings/Transfer Settings Connecting to a TV Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 176 - 185). ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA CDI-E363-010 XXXXXXX © 2007 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN Camera User Guide Camera User Guide Getting Started Learning More Components Guide Basic Operations Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting Using the Mode Dial Various Shooting Methods Playback/Erasing Print Settings/Transfer Settings Connecting to a TV Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 176 - 185). ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA CDI-E363-010 XXXXXXX © 2007 CANON INC.
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...;2) c Memory Card (16MB) d Interface Cable IFC-400PCU e AV Cable AVC-DC300 f Wrist Strap WS-200 g Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk h Warranty Card i User Guides • Camera User Guide • Direct Print User Guide • Software Starter Guide • "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet You may not be able to as memory cards in this guide. If...
...;2) c Memory Card (16MB) d Interface Cable IFC-400PCU e AV Cable AVC-DC300 f Wrist Strap WS-200 g Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk h Warranty Card i User Guides • Camera User Guide • Direct Print User Guide • Software Starter Guide • "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet You may not be able to as memory cards in this guide. If...
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Table of Contents 3 Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter 61 Using the Flash 65 Shooting Close-ups (Macro 66 Using the Self-Timer 67 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images 69 Changing ... Focus, Safety MF) . . . 103 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock 107 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock 109 Adjusting the ISO Speed 110 Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto ISO Shift) . 111 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation 114 Switching between Metering Modes 115
Table of Contents 3 Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter 61 Using the Flash 65 Shooting Close-ups (Macro 66 Using the Self-Timer 67 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images 69 Changing ... Focus, Safety MF) . . . 103 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock 107 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock 109 Adjusting the ISO Speed 110 Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto ISO Shift) . 111 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation 114 Switching between Metering Modes 115
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The digital zoom or the digital tele-converter cannot be used in the LCD monitor. 1 Select . 1. Mode: Shooting ( )/Playback ( ) Available shooting modes These modes are available These modes are based on the camera's default settings at time of purchase. Use the or button to (Fine). ... (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in this guide are not available : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in Each Shooting Mode (p. 222). Press the...
The digital zoom or the digital tele-converter cannot be used in the LCD monitor. 1 Select . 1. Mode: Shooting ( )/Playback ( ) Available shooting modes These modes are available These modes are based on the camera's default settings at time of purchase. Use the or button to (Fine). ... (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in this guide are not available : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in Each Shooting Mode (p. 222). Press the...
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... international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is in a way that Canon digital cameras are not liable for prolonged periods, the camera body may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Setting ...damages arising from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of the pixels operate to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Less than 99.99% of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for ...
... international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is in a way that Canon digital cameras are not liable for prolonged periods, the camera body may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Setting ...damages arising from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of the pixels operate to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Less than 99.99% of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for ...
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... Button Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal Control Dial Buttons Button 1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1. • Slide the camera's terminal cover to the left to Canon-brand printers. *2 You can also use the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300. Canon Brand Printers SELPHY Series... Compact Photo Printers*2 Camera Interface Cable PIXMA Series Bubble Jet Printers *1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers ...
... Button Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal Control Dial Buttons Button 1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1. • Slide the camera's terminal cover to the left to Canon-brand printers. *2 You can also use the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300. Canon Brand Printers SELPHY Series... Compact Photo Printers*2 Camera Interface Cable PIXMA Series Bubble Jet Printers *1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers ...
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... turning the control dial. After you finish printing, turn on the printer. 3. Getting Started 2. Press the camera's (Playback) button to turn off the camera and the printer and disconnect the interface cable. Always grasp the sides of the connector when disconnecting the interface ...cable from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. Printing 23 4. Turn on the camera. • The button will light blue. • A , or icon will appear in the LCD monitor if...
... turning the control dial. After you finish printing, turn on the printer. 3. Getting Started 2. Press the camera's (Playback) button to turn off the camera and the printer and disconnect the interface cable. Always grasp the sides of the connector when disconnecting the interface ...cable from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. Printing 23 4. Turn on the camera. • The button will light blue. • A , or icon will appear in the LCD monitor if...
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... or more - ImageBrowser - 24 Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images to a Computer Getting Started Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera (Be sure to use only the supplied cable) System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the...
... or more - ImageBrowser - 24 Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images to a Computer Getting Started Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera (Be sure to use only the supplied cable) System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the...
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... the software first before connecting the camera to proceed with the installation. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Click [Restart] or [Finish] once the installation is finished, [Restart] or [Finish] will display. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the CDROM...
... the software first before connecting the camera to proceed with the installation. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Click [Restart] or [Finish] once the installation is finished, [Restart] or [Finish] will display. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the CDROM...
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... connector when disconnecting the interface cable from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes]. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the computer. 1. Slide the camera's terminal cover to the left to turn on the camera. Press the (Playback) button to open a connection...
... connector when disconnecting the interface cable from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes]. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the computer. 1. Slide the camera's terminal cover to the left to turn on the camera. Press the (Playback) button to open a connection...
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Getting Started 32 System Map System Map Supplied with Camera Wrist Strap WS-200 AA Alkaline Batteries (×2) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Memory Card (16MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*5 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Battery Charger CB-5AH/ CB-5AHE AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4) • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of 4 AA-size) also available separately. • Two batteries are used for this camera. Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord
Getting Started 32 System Map System Map Supplied with Camera Wrist Strap WS-200 AA Alkaline Batteries (×2) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Memory Card (16MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*5 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Battery Charger CB-5AH/ CB-5AHE AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4) • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of 4 AA-size) also available separately. • Two batteries are used for this camera. Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord
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Back View Components Guide 39 a LCD Monitor (p. 51) b Terminal Cover c Wrist Strap Mount (p. 9) d Battery Cover Lock (pp. 8, 10) e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (pp. 8, 10) f Tripod Socket g DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 188) h DIGITAL Terminal (p. 26) i A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 161) The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.
Back View Components Guide 39 a LCD Monitor (p. 51) b Terminal Cover c Wrist Strap Mount (p. 9) d Battery Cover Lock (pp. 8, 10) e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (pp. 8, 10) f Tripod Socket g DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 188) h DIGITAL Terminal (p. 26) i A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 161) The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.
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... 36 - 360 mm Shooting Characteristics Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 40x with the Digital Zoom 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Enables shooting without digital zoom. 1.6x 57.6 - 576 mm Digital zoom is fixed at the same angle of camera shake than a shot taken at the selected zoom factor, and the focal length shifts to...
... 36 - 360 mm Shooting Characteristics Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 40x with the Digital Zoom 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Enables shooting without digital zoom. 1.6x 57.6 - 576 mm Digital zoom is fixed at the same angle of camera shake than a shot taken at the selected zoom factor, and the focal length shifts to...
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...seconds. When a selected face cannot be canceled. - 102 Various Shooting Methods 3. Using the digital zoom or digital tele-converter - When the MENU button is set to [Center], you cannot select faces while using the digital zoom. z When the AF frame mode is pressed to follow the subject within a certain ... back on - To Cancel the Face Select Mode: Press the button more than one second in the FUNC. Press the button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( ) of main subject will change into . 3 Press the shutter button all the way to white....
...seconds. When a selected face cannot be canceled. - 102 Various Shooting Methods 3. Using the digital zoom or digital tele-converter - When the MENU button is set to [Center], you cannot select faces while using the digital zoom. z When the AF frame mode is pressed to follow the subject within a certain ... back on - To Cancel the Face Select Mode: Press the button more than one second in the FUNC. Press the button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( ) of main subject will change into . 3 Press the shutter button all the way to white....
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...the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance (Custom) reading for the (Auto) setting to select and choose with the or button. 2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press . • If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the center frame will not display... when the digital zoom is used or when is displayed. 3 Press the button. Use the or button to detect correctly. • Shooting close-ups (Macro) • ...
...the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance (Custom) reading for the (Auto) setting to select and choose with the or button. 2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press . • If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the center frame will not display... when the digital zoom is used or when is displayed. 3 Press the button. Use the or button to detect correctly. • Shooting close-ups (Macro) • ...
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... Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can be overwritten by those set by your camera. Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for a memory card with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. Date (On/Off*) Adds the date to the...all print settings after the images print. The following settings can select images on a memory card for printing on the camera comply with print settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. This is extremely convenient for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the...
... Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can be overwritten by those set by your camera. Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for a memory card with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. Date (On/Off*) Adds the date to the...all print settings after the images print. The following settings can select images on a memory card for printing on the camera comply with print settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. This is extremely convenient for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the...
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... possible (p. 110). z In , and , , modes in the air. White dots appear on ). (Flash z Push down the flash to (p. 65). (Flash off dust particles or with digital cameras and does not insects in the mode or when using the Red-Eye Correction function (p. 144). z You can correct red eyes in indoor settings or...
... possible (p. 110). z In , and , , modes in the air. White dots appear on ). (Flash z Push down the flash to (p. 65). (Flash off dust particles or with digital cameras and does not insects in the mode or when using the Red-Eye Correction function (p. 144). z You can correct red eyes in indoor settings or...
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... does not operate. Zoom lever was changed with a computer. Playback Cannot play back correctly. Images cannot be images shot with another camera cannot be edited. There is available while shooting, but only in Standard movie mode. was pressed z Operate the zoom before shooting... attempted to play back if they are camera or images edited added to the Software Starter Guide for details. supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. Note the digital mode. File name was changed . Lower the recording pixels (p. 82) - See ZoomBrowser EX/ ...
... does not operate. Zoom lever was changed with a computer. Playback Cannot play back correctly. Images cannot be images shot with another camera cannot be edited. There is available while shooting, but only in Standard movie mode. was pressed z Operate the zoom before shooting... attempted to play back if they are camera or images edited added to the Software Starter Guide for details. supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. Note the digital mode. File name was changed . Lower the recording pixels (p. 82) - See ZoomBrowser EX/ ...
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...Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus card File Format : Design rule for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. Compression : Superfine, Fine, Normal Number of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints. By connecting to a... the moment the clip length reaches 1 hour. Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) : Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording may...
...Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus card File Format : Design rule for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. Compression : Superfine, Fine, Normal Number of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints. By connecting to a... the moment the clip length reaches 1 hour. Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) : Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording may...
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220 FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1256 system) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in order to comply with the limits for help. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. ...the following two conditions; (1) this device may cause undesired operation. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must accept any changes or modifications to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules....
220 FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1256 system) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in order to comply with the limits for help. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. ...the following two conditions; (1) this device may cause undesired operation. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must accept any changes or modifications to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules....