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Camera User Guide ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Camera User Guide ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
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... Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC400 Wrist Strap WS-DC7 Camera User Guide (This Guide) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty Card "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet Also refer to the PDF manuals on the desktop. Checking the Package Contents Check if... the following items are available on the Canon website (English only): http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.html • A memory card is not included. • Adobe Reader is missing, contact the retailer from which you want to connect the camera to a printer and print. • Software...
... Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC400 Wrist Strap WS-DC7 Camera User Guide (This Guide) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty Card "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet Also refer to the PDF manuals on the desktop. Checking the Package Contents Check if... the following items are available on the Canon website (English only): http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.html • A memory card is not included. • Adobe Reader is missing, contact the retailer from which you want to connect the camera to a printer and print. • Software...
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Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Camera Body Temperature Please take care when operating the camera for any consequential damages arising from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of the...prior permission of sale. Do not record images that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for an extended period as the camera body may appear as memory cards in this camera are intended for details. 3 This is not a...
Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Camera Body Temperature Please take care when operating the camera for any consequential damages arising from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of the...prior permission of sale. Do not record images that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for an extended period as the camera body may appear as memory cards in this camera are intended for details. 3 This is not a...
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What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 24 ● Shoot to match special conditions 56 - 58 Take good people shots I Portraits F With nightscapes (p. 56) (p. 56) V Kids and pets (p. 57) w ... pictures 74 ● Change the size of picture I want to take (recording pixels) . . . . 69 ● Take pictures continuously 71 ● Shoot without the effects of camera shake (image stabilization 138 ● Shoot without the effects of camera shake even in low light conditions (High ISO Auto 58, 72 4
What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 24 ● Shoot to match special conditions 56 - 58 Take good people shots I Portraits F With nightscapes (p. 56) (p. 56) V Kids and pets (p. 57) w ... pictures 74 ● Change the size of picture I want to take (recording pixels) . . . . 69 ● Take pictures continuously 71 ● Shoot without the effects of camera shake (image stabilization 138 ● Shoot without the effects of camera shake even in low light conditions (High ISO Auto 58, 72 4
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...; View movies 33 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 29 Save ● Save images to a computer 34 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 49 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 133 5
...; View movies 33 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 29 Save ● Save images to a computer 34 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 49 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 133 5
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...Basic Operations 47 n Menu - Basic Operations ....48 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 49 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 50 Returning the Camera to Default Settings 51 Low Level Memory Card Formatting 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 53 Changing the Image Display Time ..... 53 Clock Functions 54 3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions 55 4 Shooting in this camera. Checking the Package Contents .......2 Read This First 3 What Do You Want to a Computer.34 Accessories 38 Separately Sold Accessories ...........40 ...
...Basic Operations 47 n Menu - Basic Operations ....48 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 49 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 50 Returning the Camera to Default Settings 51 Low Level Memory Card Formatting 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 53 Changing the Image Display Time ..... 53 Clock Functions 54 3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions 55 4 Shooting in this camera. Checking the Package Contents .......2 Read This First 3 What Do You Want to a Computer.34 Accessories 38 Separately Sold Accessories ...........40 ...
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...-Timer ........ 76 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 76 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 77 Shooting Using the Viewfinder........ 77 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 79 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 80 Magnifying the Focal Point 81 % Shooting with the AF Lock ........ 82 Shooting with Servo AF 82 Changing the...
...-Timer ........ 76 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 76 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 77 Shooting Using the Viewfinder........ 77 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 79 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 80 Magnifying the Focal Point 81 % Shooting with the AF Lock ........ 82 Shooting with Servo AF 82 Changing the...
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... tips. • : Hints for page number. • This chapter assumes all functions are used in this Guide 8 Customizing the Camera ..131 Changing Functions 132 Changing Shooting Functions........136 Changing Playback Functions .......139 Changing the Start-up Image or Sound 139 9 Useful Information 141... Using Household Power 142 Troubleshooting 143 List of your camera. • : Things you should be careful about. • : Supplemental information. • (p. "xx" stands for getting ...
... tips. • : Hints for page number. • This chapter assumes all functions are used in this Guide 8 Customizing the Camera ..131 Changing Functions 132 Changing Shooting Functions........136 Changing Playback Functions .......139 Changing the Start-up Image or Sound 139 9 Useful Information 141... Using Household Power 142 Troubleshooting 143 List of your camera. • : Things you should be careful about. • : Supplemental information. • (p. "xx" stands for getting ...
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...or foreign objects to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. This could result in asphyxiation. Exposure to enter the camera. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately. • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any separately sold accessories you read ...the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is not expressly described in electrical shock or fire. In particular, remain at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Memory card, day...
...or foreign objects to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. This could result in asphyxiation. Exposure to enter the camera. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately. • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any separately sold accessories you read ...the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is not expressly described in electrical shock or fire. In particular, remain at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Memory card, day...
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...• Do not handle the power cord with water (e.g. It is also possible to suffer hearing loss from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery. • Do not cut, damage, alter ...cause deformation of a CD-ROM played on the lens. This could result in electrical shock or fire. • Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in fire, burns or other liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery. • Avoid dropping or ...
...• Do not handle the power cord with water (e.g. It is also possible to suffer hearing loss from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery. • Do not cut, damage, alter ...cause deformation of a CD-ROM played on the lens. This could result in electrical shock or fire. • Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in fire, burns or other liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery. • Avoid dropping or ...
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... to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit. • Unplug the battery charger from the flash. Caution • Do not aim the camera at a windy location, be emitted from the power outlet after recharging is charging. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long time may cause malfunctions... or damage the image sensor (CCD). • When using the camera on top of discomfort. • When using the flash, be careful not to cover it to overheat and distort, resulting in your fingers or clothing...
... to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit. • Unplug the battery charger from the flash. Caution • Do not aim the camera at a windy location, be emitted from the power outlet after recharging is charging. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long time may cause malfunctions... or damage the image sensor (CCD). • When using the camera on top of discomfort. • When using the flash, be careful not to cover it to overheat and distort, resulting in your fingers or clothing...
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Safety Precautions • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the LCD monitor. • Do not attach accessories to the strap. If this occurs, it may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor. 12
Safety Precautions • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the LCD monitor. • Do not attach accessories to the strap. If this occurs, it may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor. 12
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Strap 13 Be sure that your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your wrist to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your fingers do not block the flash. 1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to a computer. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to view, erase and print the images you take.
Strap 13 Be sure that your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your wrist to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your fingers do not block the flash. 1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to a computer. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to view, erase and print the images you take.
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... the battery. Purchase a new battery. 15 Slightly depleted, but sufficient. (Blinking red) Nearly depleted. Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Storing a battery for long periods of time (about a year) without depleting it may develop a bulge. However, if the battery bulges 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 will be used. Using the battery ...
... the battery. Purchase a new battery. 15 Slightly depleted, but sufficient. (Blinking red) Nearly depleted. Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Storing a battery for long periods of time (about a year) without depleting it may develop a bulge. However, if the battery bulges 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 will be used. Using the battery ...
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Open the cover. ● Slide the cover , and open it locks into the camera. Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card into place with a click. ● Be sure to insert the battery in ... memory card as shown until it locks into place with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera. 16 Insert the battery. ● Insert the battery as shown until you will not properly lock into place. Inserting the memory card in the locked...
Open the cover. ● Slide the cover , and open it locks into the camera. Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card into place with a click. ● Be sure to insert the battery in ... memory card as shown until it locks into place with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera. 16 Insert the battery. ● Insert the battery as shown until you will not properly lock into place. Inserting the memory card in the locked...
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... screen and you check the number of shots that can be taken? You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting Mode (p. 24). Can you will appear on...
... screen and you check the number of shots that can be taken? You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting Mode (p. 24). Can you will appear on...
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...the time to set 19 Make the setting. ● Press the m button. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on the camera. ● Press the power button. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen... option. ● Press the op buttons to daylight savings (1 hour ahead). , you will turn on . Daylight saving time settings If you turn off the camera. Once the date and time have not set , the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will set a value. If you have...
...the time to set 19 Make the setting. ● Press the m button. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on the camera. ● Press the power button. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen... option. ● Press the op buttons to daylight savings (1 hour ahead). , you will turn on . Daylight saving time settings If you turn off the camera. Once the date and time have not set , the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will set a value. If you have...
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... connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 40) the date/time battery can change the current date and time settings. Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained about 4 hours even if the... not turned on. • If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time menu will appear when you turn the camera on. Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can be charged in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to select ...
... connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 40) the date/time battery can change the current date and time settings. Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained about 4 hours even if the... not turned on. • If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time menu will appear when you turn the camera on. Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can be charged in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to select ...
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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. The memory card will reappear. Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Select [Format]. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press...
... 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. The memory card will reappear. Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Select [Format]. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press...
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... focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take , the length of the shutter sound change . • If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is being taken while the shutter sound plays, be in focus. 23 Press halfway (lightly to take the... shot. If you want to the first stop ). Press fully (to move the camera. Does the length of the shutter sound may change ? • Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you just press the...
... focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take , the length of the shutter sound change . • If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is being taken while the shutter sound plays, be in focus. 23 Press halfway (lightly to take the... shot. If you want to the first stop ). Press fully (to move the camera. Does the length of the shutter sound may change ? • Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you just press the...