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... topics by clicking their titles. 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index ©CANON INC. 2013 CDD-E523-020 1 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera User Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode ...ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. •...
... topics by clicking their titles. 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index ©CANON INC. 2013 CDD-E523-020 1 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera User Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode ...ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. •...
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However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the card manufacturer. If it is not included. Camera A2600 Wrist Strap WS‑800 Getting Started Warranty Card A1400 Battery Pack NB‑11L Battery Charger CB‑2LF/CB‑2LFE • A memory card is unclear whether the card ...has been approved for use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions. In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with the camera. Also...
However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the card manufacturer. If it is not included. Camera A2600 Wrist Strap WS‑800 Getting Started Warranty Card A1400 Battery Pack NB‑11L Battery Charger CB‑2LF/CB‑2LFE • A memory card is unclear whether the card ...has been approved for use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions. In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with the camera. Also...
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Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are intended for any consequential damages arising from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note that even for protection against scratches during shipment. In case of camera problems while abroad, return to be ... that result in the failure of an image to be covered with a thin plastic film for personal use . This does not indicate camera damage or affect recorded images. • The LCD monitor may be recorded or to the area of purchase. This does not indicate damage...
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are intended for any consequential damages arising from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note that even for protection against scratches during shipment. In case of camera problems while abroad, return to be ... that result in the failure of an image to be covered with a thin plastic film for personal use . This does not indicate camera damage or affect recorded images. • The LCD monitor may be recorded or to the area of purchase. This does not indicate damage...
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...LCD monitor) Movie button / / Up button < > / Left button button < (Help)> button FUNC./SET button / Right button / Down button button A1400 Zoom lever Shooting: / Playback: / Lamp Microphone Lens Shutter button Power button Flash Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover DC coupler cable port Strap mount AV...Down button button Speaker Viewfinder Indicator Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 4
...LCD monitor) Movie button / / Up button < > / Left button button < (Help)> button FUNC./SET button / Right button / Down button button A1400 Zoom lever Shooting: / Playback: / Lamp Microphone Lens Shutter button Power button Flash Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover DC coupler cable port Strap mount AV...Down button button Speaker Viewfinder Indicator Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 4
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...-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets. • : Important information you should know • : Notes and tips for expert camera use • =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents a page number) • Instructions in this ...camera under default settings. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to indicate functions that differ depending on the camera model: A2600 : Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2600 only A1400 : Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A1400 only • This guide uses PowerShot...
...-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets. • : Important information you should know • : Notes and tips for expert camera use • =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents a page number) • Instructions in this ...camera under default settings. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to indicate functions that differ depending on the camera model: A2600 : Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2600 only A1400 : Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A1400 only • This guide uses PowerShot...
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... Smart Auto Mode 33 Shooting (Smart Auto 34 Common, Convenient Features....38 Image Customization Features.....42 Helpful Shooting Features............44 Customizing Camera Operation 44 3 Other Shooting Modes.........45 Specific Scenes 46 Applying Special Effects 48 Special Modes for Other Purposes 51 4 P Mode... Options 71 Protecting Images 72 Erasing Images 74 Rotating Images 75 Editing Still Images 77 6 Setting Menu 80 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 81 7 Accessories 87 Optional Accessories 88 Using Optional Accessories..........90 Printing Images 93 Using an Eye-Fi Card 101 ...
... Smart Auto Mode 33 Shooting (Smart Auto 34 Common, Convenient Features....38 Image Customization Features.....42 Helpful Shooting Features............44 Customizing Camera Operation 44 3 Other Shooting Modes.........45 Specific Scenes 46 Applying Special Effects 48 Special Modes for Other Purposes 51 4 P Mode... Options 71 Protecting Images 72 Erasing Images 74 Rotating Images 75 Editing Still Images 77 6 Setting Menu 80 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 81 7 Accessories 87 Optional Accessories 88 Using Optional Accessories..........90 Printing Images 93 Using an Eye-Fi Card 101 ...
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... (= 46) Applying special effects t Fireworks (= 46) Vivid Colors (= 48) Poster Effect (= 48) Fish-Eye Effect (= 48) Miniature Effect (= 49) Toy Camera Effect (= 50) Monochrome (= 50) zzWhile adjusting image settings (Live View Control 47 zzFocus on faces 34, 46, 59 zzWithout using the flash (Flash Off 41... 93 Save zzSave images to a computer 24 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 7
... (= 46) Applying special effects t Fireworks (= 46) Vivid Colors (= 48) Poster Effect (= 48) Fish-Eye Effect (= 48) Miniature Effect (= 49) Toy Camera Effect (= 50) Monochrome (= 50) zzWhile adjusting image settings (Live View Control 47 zzFocus on faces 34, 46, 59 zzWithout using the flash (Flash Off 41... 93 Save zzSave images to a computer 24 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 7
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... Always ensure that a battery leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off in asphyxiation. • Use only recommended power sources. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply ...not fully plugged into contact with water. • Turn the camera off and remove the battery/batteries. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the flash could damage your camera retailer or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A1400 • Do not look through the viewfinder at least 1 meter...
... Always ensure that a battery leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off in asphyxiation. • Use only recommended power sources. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply ...not fully plugged into contact with water. • Turn the camera off and remove the battery/batteries. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the flash could damage your camera retailer or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A1400 • Do not look through the viewfinder at least 1 meter...
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...; Do not place anything, such as the sun on other insulators. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 9 High temperatures may result...result in burns or damage to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on a clear day). A1400 • Do not charge batteries of the camera or battery charger casing. Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery/...
...; Do not place anything, such as the sun on other insulators. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 9 High temperatures may result...result in burns or damage to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on a clear day). A1400 • Do not charge batteries of the camera or battery charger casing. Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery/...
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Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the camera in your pocket. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • Do not sit down with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 10
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the camera in your pocket. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • Do not sit down with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 10
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4 Basic Guide Gives basic instructions, from initial preparations to shooting, playback, and saving on a computer Initial Preparations 12 Trying the Camera Out 18 Using the Software 21 System Map 26 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 11
4 Basic Guide Gives basic instructions, from initial preparations to shooting, playback, and saving on a computer Initial Preparations 12 Trying the Camera Out 18 Using the Software 21 System Map 26 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 11
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... it from moving. zzCB‑2LF: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug the charger into a power outlet. Holding the Camera zzPlace the strap around your wrist. zzAfter aligning the marks on the flash. Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. ..., charge the battery with the battery charged. 1 Insert the battery. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 3 Remove the battery....
... it from moving. zzCB‑2LF: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug the charger into a power outlet. Holding the Camera zzPlace the strap around your wrist. zzAfter aligning the marks on the flash. Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. ..., charge the battery with the battery charged. 1 Insert the battery. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 3 Remove the battery....
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...). Terminals Battery Lock 2 Insert the battery. zzIf you slide it, until it ( ). Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 13 Always confirm that use a power cord, do not attach...
...). Terminals Battery Lock 2 Insert the battery. zzIf you slide it, until it ( ). Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 13 Always confirm that use a power cord, do not attach...
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... zzInsert the batteries as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position ( ). Compatible Batteries Use AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately, = 88). • Due to the variations in performance of other batteries, use of specified ...batteries only is recommended. • NiMH batteries last longer in cameras than alkaline batteries do, especially in the direction of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time" (= 118). A1400 Inserting the Batteries Insert the included batteries. 1 Open the cover. zzLower the cover ( ...
... zzInsert the batteries as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position ( ). Compatible Batteries Use AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately, = 88). • Due to the variations in performance of other batteries, use of specified ...batteries only is recommended. • NiMH batteries last longer in cameras than alkaline batteries do, especially in the direction of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time" (= 118). A1400 Inserting the Batteries Insert the included batteries. 1 Open the cover. zzLower the cover ( ...
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...into the closed position ( ). • For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on memory cards with this camera (= 82). 1 Check the card's write-protect tab. Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in the... locked (downward) position. zzSlide the cover ( ) and open it . Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 15 Inserting the Memory Card Insert...
...into the closed position ( ). • For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on memory cards with this camera (= 82). 1 Check the card's write-protect tab. Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in the... locked (downward) position. zzSlide the cover ( ) and open it . Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 15 Inserting the Memory Card Insert...
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...been set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [ ] in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you turn the camera on. XXThe [Date/Time] screen is no longer displayed. Specify the correct information. • To set , the [Date/Time] screen ... the date and time. zzPress the buttons to complete the setting. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 16 Information you specify...
...been set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [ ] in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you turn the camera on. XXThe [Date/Time] screen is no longer displayed. Specify the correct information. • To set , the [Date/Time] screen ... the date and time. zzPress the buttons to complete the setting. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 16 Information you specify...
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...button, and then press the button. 3 Set the display language. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index • You can ... adjust the settings. zzPress the button. 2 Access the setting screen. Display Language Change the display language as follows. 1 Access the camera menu. zzFollow step 2 in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack or batteries are removed. • The date/...
...button, and then press the button. 3 Set the display language. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index • You can ... adjust the settings. zzPress the button. 2 Access the setting screen. Display Language Change the display language as follows. 1 Access the camera menu. zzFollow step 2 in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack or batteries are removed. • The date/...
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... halfway down . Shoot. zzTo zoom in focus. zzPress the power button. zzPress the shutter button all the way down . zzKeep the camera still until the camera is ready to indicate image areas in and enlarge the subject, move it determines the scene. The...zzPress the button repeatedly until [ ] is displayed in focus. 3 Compose the shot. zzAim the camera at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on , shoot still images or movies, and then view them. XXA scene icon is displayed. Shooting...
... halfway down . Shoot. zzTo zoom in focus. zzPress the power button. zzPress the shutter button all the way down . zzKeep the camera still until the camera is ready to indicate image areas in and enlarge the subject, move it determines the scene. The...zzPress the button repeatedly until [ ] is displayed in focus. 3 Compose the shot. zzAim the camera at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on , shoot still images or movies, and then view them. XXA scene icon is displayed. Shooting...
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... your finger off the movie button. zzMovies are in focus. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 19 Elapsed Time...3. ] icon. To view the next image, press the button. Images appear grainy at this time. zzPress the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording stops. Finish shooting. A2600 XXFrames displayed around any detected faces indicate that they are identified by a [ To ...
... your finger off the movie button. zzMovies are in focus. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 19 Elapsed Time...3. ] icon. To view the next image, press the button. Images appear grainy at this time. zzPress the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording stops. Finish shooting. A2600 XXFrames displayed around any detected faces indicate that they are identified by a [ To ...
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... be recovered. 1 Choose an image to choose an image. 2 Erase the image. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 20 XXThe current image is displayed. zzPress the buttons to...
... be recovered. 1 Choose an image to choose an image. 2 Erase the image. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents: Basic Operations Basic Guide Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 20 XXThe current image is displayed. zzPress the buttons to...