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... sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before you can access topics by clicking their titles. 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index ©CANON INC. 2013 CDD-E523-020 1 From chapter title pages, you can use it in the future. • Click the buttons in the lower right to...
... sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before you can access topics by clicking their titles. 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index ©CANON INC. 2013 CDD-E523-020 1 From chapter title pages, you can use it in the future. • Click the buttons in the lower right to...
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... 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 2 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 missing, contact your camera retailer. However, not all...
... 2 Smart Auto Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes 4 P Mode 5 Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu 7 Accessories 8 Appendix Index 2 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 missing, contact your camera retailer. However, not all...
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...warm. Please note that even for any consequential damages arising from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are intended for protection against scratches during shipment. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal..., photography may appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate damage. If covered, remove the film before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99...
...warm. Please note that even for any consequential damages arising from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are intended for protection against scratches during shipment. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal..., photography may appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate damage. If covered, remove the film before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99...
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... (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal Screen (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...
... (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal Screen (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...
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... controls are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons 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 A2600 illustrations and screenshots for expert camera use • =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents...
... controls are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons 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 A2600 illustrations and screenshots for expert camera use • =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents...
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Menu 30 MENU Menu 31 Indicator Display 32 2 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 53 Shooting in This Guide 4 Table of Contents Package Contents 2 Compatible Memory Cards 2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in Program AE ( Mode 54 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation ...
Menu 30 MENU Menu 31 Indicator Display 32 2 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 53 Shooting in This Guide 4 Table of Contents Package Contents 2 Compatible Memory Cards 2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in Program AE ( Mode 54 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation ...
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Contents: Basic Operations 4 Shoot zzUse camera-determined settings (Auto Mode 34 Shooting people well I Portraits (= 46) P Against Snow (= 46) Matching specific scenes Low Light (= 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 zzInclude yourself in the shot (Self-Timer 39, 51 zzAdd a date stamp 41 1 View zzView ...
Contents: Basic Operations 4 Shoot zzUse camera-determined settings (Auto Mode 34 Shooting people well I Portraits (= 46) P Against Snow (= 46) Matching specific scenes Low Light (= 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 zzInclude yourself in the shot (Self-Timer 39, 51 zzAdd a date stamp 41 1 View zzView ...
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...such as pins or keys) to enter the camera. Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could damage your camera retailer or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. This could cause injury and damage the surroundings. Exercise adequate caution when using a dry cloth, wipe away any separately sold...into contact with wet hands. • Do not use . A2600 • Unplug the power cord periodically, and using the camera in direct flame. A1400 • Do not look through the viewfinder at least 1 meter (39 inches) away from the outlet and consult your eyesight. • Use ...
...such as pins or keys) to enter the camera. Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could damage your camera retailer or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. This could cause injury and damage the surroundings. Exercise adequate caution when using a dry cloth, wipe away any separately sold...into contact with wet hands. • Do not use . A2600 • Unplug the power cord periodically, and using the camera in direct flame. A1400 • Do not look through the viewfinder at least 1 meter (39 inches) away from the outlet and consult your eyesight. • Use ...
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... foreign materials stuck to enter the camera. Contacting other foreign matter from the broken fragments. • When using , placing or storing the product in fire. A1400 • Do not charge batteries of smoke may be careful not to bang it, subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get...
... foreign materials stuck to enter the camera. Contacting other foreign matter from the broken fragments. • When using , placing or storing the product in fire. A1400 • Do not charge batteries of smoke may be careful not to bang it, subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get...
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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. 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 • Do not sit down with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
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. 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 • Do not sit down with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
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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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Holding the Camera zzPlace the strap around your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. zzAfter aligning the marks on the threaded end ( ). zzWhen shooting, keep your arms close to charge the battery initially, because the camera is finished, the lamp turns green. XXWhen charging is not sold with the included charger. Attaching the Strap zzThread the end of the strap through the loop on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ). 12 Do not rest your fingers on the flash. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal ...
Holding the Camera zzPlace the strap around your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. zzAfter aligning the marks on the threaded end ( ). zzWhen shooting, keep your arms close to charge the battery initially, because the camera is finished, the lamp turns green. XXWhen charging is not sold with the included charger. Attaching the Strap zzThread the end of the strap through the loop on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ). 12 Do not rest your fingers on the flash. Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal ...
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Never use an electrical transformer designed for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that the battery is facing the right way and locks when inserted. 3 Close the cover. Always confirm that use a power cord, do not charge it continuously for traveling, which may damage the battery. zzLower the cover ( ) and hold it down as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position. • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not attach the charger or cord to the product. • For details on (or immediately before) the day of Shots/...
Never use an electrical transformer designed for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that the battery is facing the right way and locks when inserted. 3 Close the cover. Always confirm that use a power cord, do not charge it continuously for traveling, which may damage the battery. zzLower the cover ( ) and hold it down as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position. • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not attach the charger or cord to the product. • For details on (or immediately before) the day of Shots/...
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...closed position ( ). zzInsert the batteries as you slide it, until it ( ). 2 Insert the batteries. 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...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. Removing the Battery zzOpen the cover and press the battery lock in ...
...closed position ( ). zzInsert the batteries as you slide it, until it ( ). 2 Insert the batteries. 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...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. Removing the Battery zzOpen the cover and press the battery lock in ...
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zzSlide the cover ( ) and open it . zzInsert the memory card facing as you slide it, until it clicks into the unlocked position. 2 Open the cover. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. 4 Close the cover. XXThe memory card will pop up until it clicks into the closed position ( ). • For guidelines on how many shots or hours of Shots per Memory Card" (=118). zzLower the cover ( ) and hold it down as shown until it clicks into the locked position. Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you ...
zzSlide the cover ( ) and open it . zzInsert the memory card facing as you slide it, until it clicks into the unlocked position. 2 Open the cover. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. 4 Close the cover. XXThe memory card will pop up until it clicks into the closed position ( ). • For guidelines on how many shots or hours of Shots per Memory Card" (=118). zzLower the cover ( ) and hold it down as shown until it clicks into the locked position. Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you ...
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Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. zzPress the buttons to choose your home time zone. 4 Finish the setup process. zzPress the buttons to specify the date and time. XXOnce the date and time have been set, the [Date/Time] screen is no longer displayed. zzTo turn the camera on . 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 ...
Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. zzPress the buttons to choose your home time zone. 4 Finish the setup process. zzPress the buttons to specify the date and time. XXOnce the date and time have been set, the [Date/Time] screen is no longer displayed. zzTo turn the camera on . 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 ...
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XXOnce the display language has been set the date and time. Display Language Change the display language as follows. 1 Access the camera menu. zzFollow step 2 in "Setting the Date and Time" (=16) to set , the setting screen is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be charged in about 3 weeks by pressing the button and choosing [Language ] on . Follow the steps in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack or batteries are removed. • The date/time battery will be retained for about 4 hours once you turn the camera on the [3] tab. 17 zzPress the ...
XXOnce the display language has been set the date and time. Display Language Change the display language as follows. 1 Access the camera menu. zzFollow step 2 in "Setting the Date and Time" (=16) to set , the setting screen is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be charged in about 3 weeks by pressing the button and choosing [Language ] on . Follow the steps in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack or batteries are removed. • The date/time battery will be retained for about 4 hours once you turn the camera on the [3] tab. 17 zzPress the ...
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zzPress the button repeatedly until the shutter sound ends. XXA scene icon is displayed in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. XXFrames displayed around any detected subjects indicate that they are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. XXAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound is displayed. Still Images Trying the Camera Out Movies Follow these instructions to turn the camera on . zzPress the power button. zzAim the camera at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on , ...
zzPress the button repeatedly until the shutter sound ends. XXA scene icon is displayed in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. XXFrames displayed around any detected subjects indicate that they are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. XXAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound is displayed. Still Images Trying the Camera Out Movies Follow these instructions to turn the camera on . zzPress the power button. zzAim the camera at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on , ...
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zzPress the button. Images appear grainy at this time. To view the next image, press the button. zzPress the movie button. XXBlack bars displayed on the screen as follows. 1 Enter Playback mode. zzPress the movie button again to browse through your finger off the movie button. The camera beeps twice as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed. 2 Browse through images quickly. zzPress and hold the buttons to stop shooting. The camera beeps once as recording stops. zzTo view the previous image, press the button. A2600 XXFrames displayed around any ...
zzPress the button. Images appear grainy at this time. To view the next image, press the button. zzPress the movie button. XXBlack bars displayed on the screen as follows. 1 Enter Playback mode. zzPress the movie button again to browse through your finger off the movie button. The camera beeps twice as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed. 2 Browse through images quickly. zzPress and hold the buttons to stop shooting. The camera beeps once as recording stops. zzTo view the previous image, press the button. A2600 XXFrames displayed around any ...
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3 Play movies. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. 1 Choose an image to choose an image. 2 Erase the image. zzPress the buttons to erase. zzTo adjust the volume, press the buttons. • To switch to choose [Erase], and then press the button. zzPress the button. zzAfter [Erase?] is displayed, press the buttons to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. zzTo cancel erasure, press the buttons to choose [ ], and then press the button again. XXPlayback now begins, and after the movie is finished, [ ] is now...
3 Play movies. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. 1 Choose an image to choose an image. 2 Erase the image. zzPress the buttons to erase. zzTo adjust the volume, press the buttons. • To switch to choose [Erase], and then press the button. zzPress the button. zzAfter [Erase?] is displayed, press the buttons to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. zzTo cancel erasure, press the buttons to choose [ ], and then press the button again. XXPlayback now begins, and after the movie is finished, [ ] is now...