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Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH
Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH
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... memory card is not included. • Adobe Reader is missing, contact the retailer from which you can find the manuals in your camera package. Camera Battery Pack NB-7L (with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger CB-2LZ/CB-2LZE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Neck Strap... NS-DC9 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to the PDF manuals on the desktop. After installation, shortcut ...
... memory card is not included. • Adobe Reader is missing, contact the retailer from which you can find the manuals in your camera package. Camera Battery Pack NB-7L (with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger CB-2LZ/CB-2LZE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Neck Strap... NS-DC9 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to the PDF manuals on the desktop. After installation, shortcut ...
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...image. • The LCD monitor may contravene copyright or other device may be covered with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of an image to be recorded or to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior ...permission of a camera or other legal rights even if the image was shot for any consequential damages arising from...
...image. • The LCD monitor may contravene copyright or other device may be covered with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of an image to be recorded or to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior ...permission of a camera or other legal rights even if the image was shot for any consequential damages arising from...
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What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 24 Take good people shots I Portraits V Kids and pets (p. 62) (p. 63) w At the beach (p. 63) P Against snow (p. 64) Shoot various other scenes J ...
What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 24 Take good people shots I Portraits V Kids and pets (p. 62) (p. 63) w At the beach (p. 63) P Against snow (p. 64) Shoot various other scenes J ...
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... movies 30, 117 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 152 Save ● Save images to a computer 32 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 49 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 164 ● Use the front dial to change settings 171 ● Understand what is displayed on the screen 196 5
... movies 30, 117 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 152 Save ● Save images to a computer 32 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 49 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 164 ● Use the front dial to change settings 171 ● Understand what is displayed on the screen 196 5
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...51 Low Level Memory Card Formatting 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 53 Clock Functions 54 3 Shooting with the Effects of this camera. Menu - Table of Contents Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye...Model (Miniature Effect) .. 74 Basic Operations 48 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 49 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 50 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 32 Accessories 36 Separately Sold Accessories ...........37 2 Learning More 41 Components Guide 42 Screen Display 44 Indicators 46 ...
...51 Low Level Memory Card Formatting 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 53 Clock Functions 54 3 Shooting with the Effects of this camera. Menu - Table of Contents Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye...Model (Miniature Effect) .. 74 Basic Operations 48 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 49 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 50 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 32 Accessories 36 Separately Sold Accessories ...........37 2 Learning More 41 Components Guide 42 Screen Display 44 Indicators 46 ...
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... Colors 87 Shooting Using the Viewfinder........ 89 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 90 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 90 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 91 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 92 Changing the AF Frame Position and Size 93 Shooting with Servo AF 94 Choosing the Subject to Focus...
... Colors 87 Shooting Using the Viewfinder........ 89 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 90 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 90 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 91 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 92 Changing the AF Frame Position and Size 93 Shooting with Servo AF 94 Choosing the Subject to Focus...
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... 8 Printing 151 Printing Images 152 Printing from the Print List (DPOF 154 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 155 Print Added Images 158 9 Customizing Camera Settings 159 Changing Camera Settings 160 Changing Shooting Function Settings 167 Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu 173 Changing Playback Function Settings 174 10 Useful Information ..........175...
... 8 Printing 151 Printing Images 152 Printing from the Print List (DPOF 154 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 155 Print Added Images 158 9 Customizing Camera Settings 159 Changing Camera Settings 160 Changing Shooting Function Settings 167 Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu 173 Changing Playback Function Settings 174 10 Useful Information ..........175...
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... flash. • Store this equipment out of the reach of strong light sources (such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to enter the camera. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from listening with headphones to also check the guides included with water (e.g. sea... do not touch the interior of a CD-ROM played on a clear day). This could damage your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not use the camera's viewfinder in close proximity to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. Safety Precautions ...
... flash. • Store this equipment out of the reach of strong light sources (such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to enter the camera. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from listening with headphones to also check the guides included with water (e.g. sea... do not touch the interior of a CD-ROM played on a clear day). This could damage your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not use the camera's viewfinder in close proximity to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. Safety Precautions ...
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... pins or keys) to cuts. 10 Humid or dusty areas. High temperatures may cause deformation of the camera or battery charger casing. • The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for prolonged periods....plug, the exterior of injury. • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when hanging it with water. These could lead to injury... or damage the camera. • When using the separately sold optional lenses, be careful not to attach them firmly...
... pins or keys) to cuts. 10 Humid or dusty areas. High temperatures may cause deformation of the camera or battery charger casing. • The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for prolonged periods....plug, the exterior of injury. • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when hanging it with water. These could lead to injury... or damage the camera. • When using the separately sold optional lenses, be careful not to attach them firmly...
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... anything, such as cloth on a beach or at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Doing so may occur. • Before you are not using the camera. This may cause it is charging. This is due to the high intensity of smoke may be emitted from the flash to prevent heat build... tape or other metal materials may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 11 Doing so may lead to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to malfunction. • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other...
... anything, such as cloth on a beach or at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Doing so may occur. • Before you are not using the camera. This may cause it is charging. This is due to the high intensity of smoke may be emitted from the flash to prevent heat build... tape or other metal materials may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 11 Doing so may lead to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to malfunction. • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other...
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...text to as memory cards in this guide. 12 Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in this camera are collectively referred to represent the camera buttons and control dial. • Language that can be careful about • : Troubleshooting tips • : Hints ...for a page number) • This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings. • The various types of your camera • : Supplemental information • (p. xx): Reference pages ("xx" stands for getting more out of memory cards that displays on the screen appears ...
...text to as memory cards in this guide. 12 Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in this camera are collectively referred to represent the camera buttons and control dial. • Language that can be careful about • : Troubleshooting tips • : Hints ...for a page number) • This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings. • The various types of your camera • : Supplemental information • (p. xx): Reference pages ("xx" stands for getting more out of memory cards that displays on the screen appears ...
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Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your neck to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your fingers do not block the flash. 13 1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to a computer. Be sure that your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to view and erase the images you take.
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your neck to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your fingers do not block the flash. 13 1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to a computer. Be sure that your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to view and erase the images you take.
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... power outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it in ( ) and up ( ). CB-2LZ CB-2LZE Insert the battery. ● Align the o marks on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of purchase. Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken LCD Monitor...
... power outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it in ( ) and up ( ). CB-2LZ CB-2LZE Insert the battery. ● Align the o marks on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of purchase. Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken LCD Monitor...
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...15 Recharge the battery. If the plug does not fit the outlet, use electrical transformers for long periods: Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Purchase a new battery. Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) Battery Charge Indicator An icon or message will appear on the day, or the day... (2 GB and less)* • SDHC memory cards (more than 2 GB, up to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • If the battery is quickly depleted even after charging, it has reached the end of its performance. • ...
...15 Recharge the battery. If the plug does not fit the outlet, use electrical transformers for long periods: Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Purchase a new battery. Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) Battery Charge Indicator An icon or message will appear on the day, or the day... (2 GB and less)* • SDHC memory cards (more than 2 GB, up to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • If the battery is quickly depleted even after charging, it has reached the end of its performance. • ...
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What if [Memory card locked] appears on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. 17 X The battery will pop up . Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of ... press downward as shown until you will pop up . Remove the memory card. ● Push the memory card in the wrong direction could damage the camera.
What if [Memory card locked] appears on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. 17 X The battery will pop up . Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of ... press downward as shown until you will pop up . Remove the memory card. ● Push the memory card in the wrong direction could damage the camera.
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... the number of shots that can be taken Adjusting the Screen Position Open the screen. ● Open the screen ( ), and rotate it closed when the camera is in use. Adjust the position of the screen Approx. 180° Approx. 90° Approx. 177° • You can freely adjust the angle... mode, if the screen is opened and rotated toward the lens, the image will be taken? Number of shots that can be taken when the camera is not in a Shooting mode (p. 24). Adjusting the Screen Position Can you like for the shooting conditions. • To protect the screen, always keep it...
... the number of shots that can be taken Adjusting the Screen Position Open the screen. ● Open the screen ( ), and rotate it closed when the camera is in use. Adjust the position of the screen Approx. 180° Approx. 90° Approx. 177° • You can freely adjust the angle... mode, if the screen is opened and rotated toward the lens, the image will be taken? Number of shots that can be taken when the camera is not in a Shooting mode (p. 24). Adjusting the Screen Position Can you like for the shooting conditions. • To protect the screen, always keep it...
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Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on the camera. ● Press the power button. Turn on these settings, be sure to set the date and time, the ...daylight saving (1 hour ahead). 19 Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on the camera. Daylight saving time settings If you choose in Step 2 and press the op buttons or turn the Ê dial and...202; dial to set the time to choose an option. ● Press the op buttons or turn off the camera. Complete the setting. ● Press the m button.
Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on the camera. ● Press the power button. Turn on these settings, be sure to set the date and time, the ...daylight saving (1 hour ahead). 19 Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on the camera. Daylight saving time settings If you choose in Step 2 and press the op buttons or turn the Ê dial and...202; dial to set the time to choose an option. ● Press the op buttons or turn off the camera. Complete the setting. ● Press the m button.
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Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to adjust... in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons or turn the camera on. Follow the steps on . • If the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] menu will close the menu.... Choose [Date/Time] in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on p. 19 to choose [Date/Time], then press the m button. Setting the Date and Time Changing the ...
Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to adjust... in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons or turn the camera on. Follow the steps on . • If the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] menu will close the menu.... Choose [Date/Time] in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on p. 19 to choose [Date/Time], then press the m button. Setting the Date and Time Changing the ...
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... in other devices, you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card. As you should format the card with this camera. Complete formatting. Before formatting an Eye-Fi card (p. 188), be formatted. Choose [OK]. ● Press the qr buttons or turn the Ê dial to choose...
... in other devices, you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card. As you should format the card with this camera. Complete formatting. Before formatting an Eye-Fi card (p. 188), be formatted. Choose [OK]. ● Press the qr buttons or turn the Ê dial to choose...
