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ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the Safety Precautions 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 before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
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... Alkaline Batteries (x2) Wrist Strap WS-800 Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to view the PDF manuals. 2 Checking the Package Contents Check if the following items are ...
... Alkaline Batteries (x2) Wrist Strap WS-800 Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to view the PDF manuals. 2 Checking the Package Contents Check if the following items are ...
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...-precision manufacturing techniques. This is only effective in the failure of the copyright holder. Please note that is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to be recorded in certain cases the copying of images from any consequential damages arising from performances, ...The LCD monitor may be recorded or to the country of a camera or other device may become warm. If so, remove the film before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. This is produced with your camera. More than 99.99% of sale. LCD Monitor (Screen) ...
...-precision manufacturing techniques. This is only effective in the failure of the copyright holder. Please note that is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to be recorded in certain cases the copying of images from any consequential damages arising from performances, ...The LCD monitor may be recorded or to the country of a camera or other device may become warm. If so, remove the film before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. This is produced with your camera. More than 99.99% of sale. LCD Monitor (Screen) ...
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What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 23 ● Just take pictures (Easy mode 28 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 58) C Kids and pets (p. 58) w At the beach (p. 59) P ...
What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 23 ● Just take pictures (Easy mode 28 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 58) C Kids and pets (p. 58) w At the beach (p. 59) P ...
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...; View movies 31 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 134 Save ● Save images to a computer 32 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 46 ● Use the camera abroad 37, 144 ● Understand what is displayed on the screen 159 5
...; View movies 31 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 134 Save ● Save images to a computer 32 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 46 ● Use the camera abroad 37, 144 ● Understand what is displayed on the screen 159 5
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... Down 49 Clock Functions 49 Low Level Memory Card Formatting 50 3 Shooting with the Effects of this camera. Menu - Basic Operations 45 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 46 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 47 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 32 Accessories 36 Separately Sold Accessories ...........37 2 Learning More 39 Components Guide 40...
... Down 49 Clock Functions 49 Low Level Memory Card Formatting 50 3 Shooting with the Effects of this camera. Menu - Basic Operations 45 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 46 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 47 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 32 Accessories 36 Separately Sold Accessories ...........37 2 Learning More 39 Components Guide 40...
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... Speed 72 Adjusting the White Balance 73 Continuous Shooting 74 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors 75 Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake 76 Customizing the Self-Timer 77 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 78 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 78 5 Getting More Out ...of Your Camera 79 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 80 Shooting with the AF Lock 81 Magnifying the Focal Point 82 Shooting with Servo AF 83 Choosing the...
... Speed 72 Adjusting the White Balance 73 Continuous Shooting 74 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors 75 Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake 76 Customizing the Self-Timer 77 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 78 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 78 5 Getting More Out ...of Your Camera 79 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 80 Shooting with the AF Lock 81 Magnifying the Focal Point 82 Shooting with Servo AF 83 Choosing the...
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... 131 Correcting the Red-Eye Effect .......132 8 Printing 133 Printing Images 134 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 135 Print Chosen Images 138 9 Customizing Camera Settings 139 Changing Camera Settings............140 Changing Shooting Function Settings 146 Changing Playback Function Settings 149 10 Useful Information ...... 151 Replacing the Date/Time Battery 152 Using Household...
... 131 Correcting the Red-Eye Effect .......132 8 Printing 133 Printing Images 134 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 135 Print Chosen Images 138 9 Customizing Camera Settings 139 Changing Camera Settings............140 Changing Shooting Function Settings 146 Changing Playback Function Settings 149 10 Useful Information ...... 151 Replacing the Date/Time Battery 152 Using Household...
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... used in the text to as memory cards in this guide. 9 Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in this camera are collectively referred to represent the camera buttons and control dial. • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial, and... • : 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.
... used in the text to as memory cards in this guide. 9 Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in this camera are collectively referred to represent the camera buttons and control dial. • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial, and... • : 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.
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...-ROM(s) in electrical shock or fire. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from listening with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the batteries. • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any separately sold accessories you read.... • Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to the intense light produced by the flash could damage the speakers. Exposure to enter the camera. Safety Precautions • Before using the product immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally. • Do not ...
...-ROM(s) in electrical shock or fire. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from listening with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the batteries. • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any separately sold accessories you read.... • Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to the intense light produced by the flash could damage the speakers. Exposure to enter the camera. Safety Precautions • Before using the product immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally. • Do not ...
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...sources (the sun, etc.). terminals reversed. Safety Precautions Caution Denotes the possibility of injury. • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when hanging it with your fingers or clothing. Please use older batteries together with newer batteries...batteries with tape or other insulators. Humid or dusty areas. Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to injury or damage the camera. • When using the camera. This could result in burns or damage to the flash. • Avoid using, placing or storing the product in ...
...sources (the sun, etc.). terminals reversed. Safety Precautions Caution Denotes the possibility of injury. • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when hanging it with your fingers or clothing. Please use older batteries together with newer batteries...batteries with tape or other insulators. Humid or dusty areas. Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to injury or damage the camera. • When using the camera. This could result in burns or damage to the flash. • Avoid using, placing or storing the product in ...
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Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 12 Safety Precautions • Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket. 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 screen. • Do not attach accessories to the strap.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 12 Safety Precautions • Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket. 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 screen. • Do not attach accessories to the strap.
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... view and erase the images you take. Strap 13 Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Be sure to attach the supplied strap to avoid dropping the camera. • Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not block the... flash while it around your wrist when shooting to the camera and wrap it is raised.
... view and erase the images you take. Strap 13 Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Be sure to attach the supplied strap to avoid dropping the camera. • Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not block the... flash while it around your wrist when shooting to the camera and wrap it is raised.
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... Memory Card Insert the batteries. ● Insert the batteries with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera. If this tab is oriented correctly.
... Memory Card Insert the batteries. ● Insert the batteries with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera. If this tab is oriented correctly.
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NiMH Batteries (Sold Separately) 370 9 hr. * The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of any other batteries than alkaline batteries, ...use of shots that can be used , the number of Shots* Playback Time Alkaline Batteries (Supplied) 130 7 hr. Compatible Batteries AA alkaline batteries and Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 36, 37). NiMH batteries last much longer than those listed above . • Depending on fully charged batteries...
NiMH Batteries (Sold Separately) 370 9 hr. * The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of any other batteries than alkaline batteries, ...use of shots that can be used , the number of Shots* Playback Time Alkaline Batteries (Supplied) 130 7 hr. Compatible Batteries AA alkaline batteries and Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 36, 37). NiMH batteries last much longer than those listed above . • Depending on fully charged batteries...
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... be taken will appear. Change the batteries. You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is low, an icon and message will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Number of shots that can be taken 17 Inserting the Batteries and...
... be taken will appear. Change the batteries. You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is low, an icon and message will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Number of shots that can be taken 17 Inserting the Batteries and...
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...set , the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will appear the first time the camera is turned on these settings, be sure to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). 18 Complete the setting. ●.... ● Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , you turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. Daylight saving time settings If you choose in Step 2 and press the...to set them. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. Turn on the camera. If you have been set the date and time, the Date/Time screen will appear each ...
...set , the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will appear the first time the camera is turned on these settings, be sure to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). 18 Complete the setting. ●.... ● Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , you turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. Daylight saving time settings If you choose in Step 2 and press the...to set them. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. Turn on the camera. If you have been set the date and time, the Date/Time screen will appear each ...
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... the m button. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the screen. ● Press the m button. 21 As you should format the card with this camera. Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise...
... the m button. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the screen. ● Press the m button. 21 As you should format the card with this camera. Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise...
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... in focus. 22 Does the length of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen may be blurry. Press halfway (Press lightly to shoot). X The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot. ● Since the shot is playing, the recorded image may be careful not to move the... camera. Pressing the Shutter Button Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card. Press fully (Press fully ...
... in focus. 22 Does the length of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen may be blurry. Press halfway (Press lightly to shoot). X The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot. ● Since the shot is playing, the recorded image may be careful not to move the... camera. Pressing the Shutter Button Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card. Press fully (Press fully ...
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...shooting conditions, you can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to A. ● When you point the camera toward the subject, the camera will zoom in the upper right of the screen. X The start-up screen will focus on detected faces and display frames on the... shot. ● Moving the zoom lever toward j (wide angle) will appear in on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The camera will appear. X The icon for the scene and just shoot. The camera can let it determines the scene. Turn on your subject, making it appear smaller. (The zoom...
...shooting conditions, you can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to A. ● When you point the camera toward the subject, the camera will zoom in the upper right of the screen. X The start-up screen will focus on detected faces and display frames on the... shot. ● Moving the zoom lever toward j (wide angle) will appear in on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The camera will appear. X The icon for the scene and just shoot. The camera can let it determines the scene. Turn on your subject, making it appear smaller. (The zoom...