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... : Previous page : Page before you can access topics by clicking their titles. Appendix Index © CANON INC. 2015 CDD-E640-030 1 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Camera User Guide Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories ENGLISH • Make sure... you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section (=6), 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. •...
... : Previous page : Page before you can access topics by clicking their titles. Appendix Index © CANON INC. 2015 CDD-E640-030 1 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Camera User Guide Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories ENGLISH • Make sure... you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section (=6), 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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... sure the following memory cards (sold separately) can be recorded in the area of purchase before using the camera. • When the camera is not included (=2). This does not indicate damage. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are included in the package. Refrain from any consequential damages...
... sure the following memory cards (sold separately) can be recorded in the area of purchase before using the camera. • When the camera is not included (=2). This does not indicate damage. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are included in the package. Refrain from any consequential damages...
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... to represent the corresponding camera buttons on the camera model: ELPH 170 IS IXUS 170 : F unctions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 170 IS/IXUS 170 only IXUS 165 : Functions and precautions for the IXUS 165 only ELPH 160 IXUS 160 : F unctions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 160/IXUS 160 only • This guide uses PowerShot ELPH 170 IS/IXUS 170 illustrations and screenshots for...
... to represent the corresponding camera buttons on the camera model: ELPH 170 IS IXUS 170 : F unctions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 170 IS/IXUS 170 only IXUS 165 : Functions and precautions for the IXUS 165 only ELPH 160 IXUS 160 : F unctions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 160/IXUS 160 only • This guide uses PowerShot ELPH 170 IS/IXUS 170 illustrations and screenshots for...
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...Viewing Options 64 Protecting Images 65 Erasing Images 67 Rotating Images 68 Editing Still Images 69 Setting Menu 72 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 73 Accessories 79 System Map 80 Optional Accessories 81 Using Optional Accessories..........83 Using the Software 85 Printing Images 87...On-Screen Information 102 Functions and Menu Tables........104 Handling Precautions 110 Specifications 110 Index 115 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 4 Menu 21 Using Menus 22 Indicator...
...Viewing Options 64 Protecting Images 65 Erasing Images 67 Rotating Images 68 Editing Still Images 69 Setting Menu 72 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 73 Accessories 79 System Map 80 Optional Accessories 81 Using Optional Accessories..........83 Using the Software 85 Printing Images 87...On-Screen Information 102 Functions and Menu Tables........104 Handling Precautions 110 Specifications 110 Index 115 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 4 Menu 21 Using Menus 22 Indicator...
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... scenes Low Light (= 39) t Fireworks (= 40) Applying special effects Vivid Colors (= 41) Poster Effect (= 41) Fish-Eye Effect (= 41) Miniature Effect (= 42) Toy Camera Effect (= 43) Monochrome (= 43) zzWhile adjusting image settings (Live View Control 39 zzFocus on faces 25, 39, 52 zzWithout using the flash (Flash Off 32...movies 25 zzView movies (Playback Mode 61 c Print zzPrint pictures 87 Save zzSave images to a computer 86 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 5
... scenes Low Light (= 39) t Fireworks (= 40) Applying special effects Vivid Colors (= 41) Poster Effect (= 41) Fish-Eye Effect (= 41) Miniature Effect (= 42) Toy Camera Effect (= 43) Monochrome (= 43) zzWhile adjusting image settings (Live View Control 39 zzFocus on faces 25, 39, 52 zzWithout using the flash (Flash Off 32...movies 25 zzView movies (Playback Mode 61 c Print zzPrint pictures 87 Save zzSave images to a computer 86 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 5
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... could result in places where use . This could damage your model has one . This could result in electrical shock or fire. • Turn the camera off in electrical shock, fire, or injuries. Do not cut, damage, alter, or place heavy items on the power cord, if your product uses...of electronic instruments and other persons from being injured or incurring property damage. • Be sure to explode or leak, resulting in places where camera use organic solvents such as the sun on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area. - If your product ...
... could result in places where use . This could damage your model has one . This could result in electrical shock or fire. • Turn the camera off in electrical shock, fire, or injuries. Do not cut, damage, alter, or place heavy items on the power cord, if your product uses...of electronic instruments and other persons from being injured or incurring property damage. • Be sure to explode or leak, resulting in places where camera use organic solvents such as the sun on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area. - If your product ...
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...may damage the image sensor or other foreign matter on the flash with the product when not in use . Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 7 This could cause leakage, overheating, or explosion, resulting...any battery charger used with a cotton swab or cloth. Overheating and damage may cause product damage. • Before you are not using the camera on a sandy beach or at intense light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial light source. Any ...
...may damage the image sensor or other foreign matter on the flash with the product when not in use . Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 7 This could cause leakage, overheating, or explosion, resulting...any battery charger used with a cotton swab or cloth. Overheating and damage may cause product damage. • Before you are not using the camera on a sandy beach or at intense light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial light source. Any ...
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... body), if your product's screen closes. • Do not attach any hard objects to malfunction. • Do not sit down with the camera in your product uses multiple batteries, do not use old and new batteries together. terminals reversed. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.... • When putting the camera in your pant pocket. Doing so may cause the product to the product. This may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. Do not insert the...
... body), if your product's screen closes. • Do not attach any hard objects to malfunction. • Do not sit down with the camera in your product uses multiple batteries, do not use old and new batteries together. terminals reversed. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.... • When putting the camera in your pant pocket. Doing so may cause the product to the product. This may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. Do not insert the...
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Basic Guide Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Initial Preparations 10 Attaching the Strap 10 Holding the Camera 10 Charging the Battery Pack 10 Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card........ 11 Setting the Date and Time 12 Display Language 14 Trying the Camera Out 14 Shooting (Smart Auto 14 Viewing 16 Accessing the Help Menu 17 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 9
Basic Guide Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Initial Preparations 10 Attaching the Strap 10 Holding the Camera 10 Charging the Battery Pack 10 Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card........ 11 Setting the Date and Time 12 Display Language 14 Trying the Camera Out 14 Shooting (Smart Auto 14 Viewing 16 Accessing the Help Menu 17 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 9
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...the battery pack. zzAfter aligning the marks on the threaded end ( ). Do not rest your body and hold the camera securely to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is finished, the lamp turns green. zzCB-2LF: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug the charger into a power .... zzAfter unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery pack by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode CB-2LF CB-2LFE 2 Charge the battery pack. Attaching the Strap zzThread the end of the strap...
...the battery pack. zzAfter aligning the marks on the threaded end ( ). Do not rest your body and hold the camera securely to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is finished, the lamp turns green. zzCB-2LF: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug the charger into a power .... zzAfter unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery pack by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode CB-2LF CB-2LFE 2 Charge the battery pack. Attaching the Strap zzThread the end of the strap...
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... gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used in malfunction or damage to other objects. Doing so could result in areas with this camera (= 75). 1 Open the cover. Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately). Charge ... as shown and push it in until it ( ). Never use a commercially available adapter for the plug. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode 2 Insert the battery pack. Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Terminals Battery Lock 11
... gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used in malfunction or damage to other objects. Doing so could result in areas with this camera (= 75). 1 Open the cover. Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately). Charge ... as shown and push it in until it ( ). Never use a commercially available adapter for the plug. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode 2 Insert the battery pack. Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Terminals Battery Lock 11
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... the Battery Pack and Memory Card Remove the battery pack. Remove the memory card. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. 4 Close the cover. zzThe memory card will pop up . zzPress the power button. Slide the tab to choose an option. zzThe ... the buttons to shots, if you inserted the battery pack facing the right way in the locked position. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 12 zzRecording is not possible on . Terminals 3 Check the...
... the Battery Pack and Memory Card Remove the battery pack. Remove the memory card. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. 4 Close the cover. zzThe memory card will pop up . zzPress the power button. Slide the tab to choose an option. zzThe ... the buttons to shots, if you inserted the battery pack facing the right way in the locked position. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 12 zzRecording is not possible on . Terminals 3 Check the...
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...) after the battery pack is removed. • The date/time battery will be retained for about 3 weeks by pressing the buttons. zzTo turn the camera on . Specify the correct information. • To set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when...zzMove the zoom lever to choose [Date/Time], and then press the button. 3 Change the date and time. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 13 zzPress the button to close the menu. • Date/...
...) after the battery pack is removed. • The date/time battery will be retained for about 3 weeks by pressing the buttons. zzTo turn the camera on . Specify the correct information. • To set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when...zzMove the zoom lever to choose [Date/Time], and then press the button. 3 Change the date and time. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 13 zzPress the button to close the menu. • Date/...
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...2 Access the setting screen. zzAim the camera at the subject. zzThe startup screen is no longer displayed. • You can also change the display language by pressing the button and choosing [Language ] on the [3] tab. ELPH 170 IS IXUS 170 IXUS 165 zzIcons representing the scene and ...image stabilization mode are in focus. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories...
...2 Access the setting screen. zzAim the camera at the subject. zzThe startup screen is no longer displayed. • You can also change the display language by pressing the button and choosing [Language ] on the [3] tab. ELPH 170 IS IXUS 170 IXUS 165 zzIcons representing the scene and ...image stabilization mode are in focus. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories...
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... on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. The camera beeps twice as recording begins, and [ Rec] is played, and in focus. ELPH 170 IS IXUS 170 IXUS 165 zzBlack bars are displayed to the shooting screen. Shooting Still Images Focus. zzOnce... recording begins, take your shot, the camera will revert to indicate image areas in low-light conditions, the flash...
... on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. The camera beeps twice as recording begins, and [ Rec] is played, and in focus. ELPH 170 IS IXUS 170 IXUS 165 zzBlack bars are displayed to the shooting screen. Shooting Still Images Focus. zzOnce... recording begins, take your shot, the camera will revert to indicate image areas in low-light conditions, the flash...
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zzMovies are identified by one. zzPlayback now begins, and after the movie is finished, [ ] is now erased. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Erasing Images You can also erase all images at once (=67). 16 zzPress the button. To view the ...
zzMovies are identified by one. zzPlayback now begins, and after the movie is finished, [ ] is now erased. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Erasing Images You can also erase all images at once (=67). 16 zzPress the button. To view the ...
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... overlaying the illustration of the item is displayed. Shooting advice is also displayed depending on -screen descriptions of the scene detected by the camera, shooting advice, and playback instructions as when in Playback mode. ], and in shooting modes other than [ those modes it will display... scroll up or down the screen. zzChoose an item and press the button. zzIn Shooting mode, a description of scenes detected by the camera is displayed. Still Images Accessing the Help Menu Movies Access on the scene. To continue reading the explanation, press the buttons to the...
... overlaying the illustration of the item is displayed. Shooting advice is also displayed depending on -screen descriptions of the scene detected by the camera, shooting advice, and playback instructions as when in Playback mode. ], and in shooting modes other than [ those modes it will display... scroll up or down the screen. zzChoose an item and press the button. zzIn Shooting mode, a description of scenes detected by the camera is displayed. Still Images Accessing the Help Menu Movies Access on the scene. To continue reading the explanation, press the buttons to the...
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Menu 21 Using Menus 22 Indicator Display 23 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 18 Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options On/Off 19 Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)......... 19 Shutter Button 20 Shooting Display Options 20 Using the FUNC.
Menu 21 Using Menus 22 Indicator Display 23 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 18 Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options On/Off 19 Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)......... 19 Shutter Button 20 Shooting Display Options 20 Using the FUNC.
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... and view your shots. You can deactivate Auto Power Down and adjust the timing of inactivity. • You can turn the camera off, press the button again. • To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the button. • To switch to Shooting mode from ... five minutes of Display Off, if you prefer (=74). • Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer (= 86). In about one minute once the camera is in Playback Mode The camera turns itself off automatically after about one minute of inactivity. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide...
... and view your shots. You can deactivate Auto Power Down and adjust the timing of inactivity. • You can turn the camera off, press the button again. • To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the button. • To switch to Shooting mode from ... five minutes of Display Off, if you prefer (=74). • Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer (= 86). In about one minute once the camera is in Playback Mode The camera turns itself off automatically after about one minute of inactivity. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide...
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...halfway or all the way down . 1 Press halfway. (Press lightly to check how shots are composed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 20 Note that any on the information displayed, see "...Switching Display Modes" (=62). The camera beeps twice, and AF frames are displayed around image areas in some shooting scenes, and images will not affect recorded images. • For ...
...halfway or all the way down . 1 Press halfway. (Press lightly to check how shots are composed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 20 Note that any on the information displayed, see "...Switching Display Modes" (=62). The camera beeps twice, and AF frames are displayed around image areas in some shooting scenes, and images will not affect recorded images. • For ...