Page 1 CDI-E049-010 XX01XXX.X © 2002 CANON INC. ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Please read the Read this First section (p. 7). • Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the software and downloading images. • Please refer to the Quick Start section for a simple explanation of shooting, replaying and erasing (p.
Page 2: Shooting With The Camera
This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon brand digital camera accessories (“Canon Brand Accessories”). You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this digital camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning, and is not responsible for damages resulting from, use of non Canon Brand Accessories.
Page 3: About The Lcd Monitor
Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufac- turing techniques.
Page 4: About This Guide
About this Guide Symbols Used Icons on the right end of title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to Self-timer White buttons indicate the button that will be pushed in the particular procedure. In the example here, for instance, you should press the MENU button.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Items marked with functions or procedures. Read this First Please Read ... 7 Safety Precautions ... 7 Preventing Malfunctions ... 11 Quick Start Quick Start ... 12 Components Guide Front View ... 14 Back View ... 15 Operation Panel ...
Page 6 Table of Contents Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Changing My Camera Settings ... 43 Customizing My Camera Settings ... 44 Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode ... 45 Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ... 46 Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ... 47 Using the Flash ...
Page 7 Rotating Images in the Display ... 83 Attaching Sound Memos to Images ... 84 Automating Playback (Slide Shows) ... 86 Protecting Images ... 90 Erasing Erasing Single Images ... 91 Erasing All Images ... 92 Formatting CF Cards ... 93 Printing About Printing ...
Page 8 Table of Contents Appendices Using a Household Power Source ... 137 Using a Car Battery Charger ... 138 Camera Care and Maintenance ... 139 Troubleshooting ... 140 Specifications Specifications ... 144 Index Index ... 150...
Page 9: Read This First
Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised...
Page 10 Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged.
Page 11 Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinner or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
Page 12 Read This First • Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury. • Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Use the supplied terminal cover or battery case to transport or store the battery pack.
Page 13: Preventing Malfunctions
• Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns. • If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm.
Page 14: Quick Start
Quick Start Charging Indicator Battery Lock Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover Charge the Battery Pack (p. 19). Place the battery pack in the battery charger and plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The charging indicator shines red while charging and changes to green when the battery pack is charged.
Page 15 Aim the camera and lightly press (halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. Press the shutter button all the way. One shutter sound will sound when the shot is complete. The recorded image appears in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds.
Page 16: Components Guide
Components Guide Front View • The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. - Computer (p. 120) USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with camera) - Direct Print Function compliant printer (sold separately) (p. 98) Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with printer) - Direct Print Function compliant Bubble Jet Printer (sold separately) (p.
Page 17: Back View
Back View * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap. Components Guide Speaker Viewfinder (p. 33) Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 23) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 23) Strap Eyelet Attaching the Wrist Strap* Battery Cover (p.
Page 18: Operation Panel
Components Guide Operation Panel Indicators (p. 17) (p. 91) Button (Display) Button (p. 29) (Menu) Button (p. 37) (Set) Button Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer Mode Dial (p. 18) ON/OFF Button (p.
Page 19: Indicators
Indicators The indicators shine or flash when the ON/OFF Button or shutter button is pressed. Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Flashing Green: Initializing camera / Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing from CF card/ Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to shoot with slow shutter speed (flash on) Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot but shutter speed is slow (camera...
Page 20: Mode Dial
Components Guide Mode Dial The mode dial is used to select shooting or replay modes. Shooting Modes (Auto) • The camera selects most settings automatically (p. 45). (Manual) • You can set the exposure compensation, white balance and other settings manually (p. 45). (Stitch Assist) •...
Page 21: Preparing The Camera
It can be recharged at any point. • It takes approximately 130 minutes to fully charge the battery pack from a fully discharged state (based on standard Canon testing criteria). Please charge it at an ambient temperature ranging between 5º...
Page 22: Handling Precautions
Preparing the Camera Handling Precautions • Keep the battery pack terminals ( terminals may cause poor contact between the battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry cloth before charging or using the battery pack. •...
Page 23: Installing The Battery Pack
Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack NB-1LH (supplied) as shown below. Battery Pack NB-1L (optional) can also be used with the camera. • Please recharge the battery pack (p. 19) before you use it for the first time. Battery Lock •...
Page 24 Preparing the Camera • Please use a household power source for extended use of the camera (p. 137). Battery Pack Charge The following icons and messages will display when the battery pack charge is low. Battery pack charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible before it is required for an extended period.
Page 25: Installing A Cf Card
Installing a CF Card Turn the camera power off and insert the CF card with the following procedures. Label CF Card Eject Button • Since the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting data to or from the CF card when the indicator flashes green, never perform the following actions during this time.
Page 26 Preparing the Camera • See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 147). Handling Precautions for CF Cards • CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card. •...
Page 27: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time The Set Date / Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium battery charge is low. Start from Step 3 to set the date and time. •...
Page 28: Setting The Language
Preparing the Camera Setting the Language The language in which menus and messages are displayed can be selected with this function. • The Language menu can also be displayed in replay mode by holding down the button. However, language settings cannot be adjusted while a printer is connected.
Page 29: Basic Functions
Basic Functions Turning the Power On / Off • The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the charge of the built-in rechargeable lithium date/time battery is low. Reset the date and time when this occurs (p. 25). •...
Page 30 Basic Functions • Power Save Function This camera is equipped with a power save function. The power will automatically shut down under the following circumstances when this function is set to On. Press the ON/ OFF Button to restore power. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.
Page 31: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust settings menus and replay images. • The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. This does not constitute a malfunction. Shooting Mode •...
Page 32: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor
Basic Functions Replay Mode Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Mode In shooting mode, information about the current settings and remaining image capacity will display on the LCD monitor for approximately six seconds when the actions below are taken, regardless of whether the LCD monitor is set to On or Off.
Page 33: File Number
In movie mode, only the resolution shows (not compression). AF Frame Recordable Images or Recordable Movie Time (sec.) Spot AE Point Frame Replay Mode (Standard Display) File Number Image Number Shooting Date Basic Functions Information Displayed Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation Long Shutter White Balance Photo Effects...
Page 34 Basic Functions Replay Mode (Detailed Display) Histogram The following information may also be displayed with some images. A sound file in a format other than the WAV format is attached or the file format is not recognized. JPEG file with format not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards RAW format file File with unrecognized format...
Page 35: Using The Viewfinder
Using the Viewfinder The optical viewfinder can be used to conserve power while shooting. Aim the square brackets (autofocus metering field) inside the viewfinder at the primary subject to shoot. The field of vision is approximately 82% at the maximum telephoto setting. Viewfinder •...
Page 36: Pressing The Shutter Button
Basic Functions Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance. Indicator • Indicator Status Upper Indicator - Green: Metering complete (two beeps sound) - Orange: Flash will fire - Flashing Orange: Camera shake warning/...
Page 37: Pressing Fully
Pressing Fully Pressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causes one shutter sound to sound. • AF-assist Beam The AF-assist Beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in certain conditions. i.e. dark conditions. The AF-assist Beam can be turned off (p.
Page 38: Using The Zoom
Basic Functions Using the Zoom The zoom can be adjusted to any setting in the 35 to 105 mm range in 35 mm film equivalent terms. Telephoto / Wide Angle Digital Zoom When the LCD monitor is on, you can shoot with a combined optical and digital zoom factor of up to 7.5 (p.
Page 39: Selecting Menus And Settings
Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting and replay settings. The procedures for using menus are shown below. For a complete list of the settings and options, please see the Menu Settings and Factory Defaults (p. 40). •...
Page 40 Basic Functions Selecting Menus and Settings (Cont’d) Selecting Switching between the Rec., Play, Selecting a Mode Set up and My Camera Menus a Menu Rec. Menu Play Menu...
Page 41 Basic Functions Setting Options Set up Menu My Camera Menu * You can switch between menus at any time simply by pressing the button. Completing the Procedure • See Print Menu Settings (p. 96) for the procedures used with (Print Order) item in the Play menu.
Page 42: Menu Settings And Factory Defaults
Basic Functions Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options and default settings for each menu. Menu Item Resolution (Stills) Resolution (Movies) Compression ISO Speed AiAF Digital Zoom Rec. Self-timer Menu (Red) Image Review AF-assist Beam File No. Reset Auto Rotate Long Shutter Protect...
Page 43 Menu Item Beep Speaker Vol. Power Save Set up Date/Time Menu (Yellow) Format Language Video System Theme Start-up Image My Camera Start-up Sound Menu (Blue) Shutter Sound Operation Sound Selftimer Sound * Default setting. Default video system setting varies between regions. •...
Page 44: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) The start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operation sound and selftimer sound are collectively called the My Camera Settings. You can select between three options for the start-up image and the various sounds. Example: Start-up Image The camera comes with preset images for the option (science fiction theme) and the...
Page 45: Changing My Camera Settings
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Changing My Camera Settings • If you select consistent theme for each of the My Camera Settings. • If the Beep option in the beep sounds even if each sound item is individually set to [Off] in the My Camera menu (p.
Page 46: Customizing My Camera Settings
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Customizing My Camera Settings You can customize items your computer and the bundled software. File Formats for the My Camera Settings Start-up Image • Recording Format: • Sampling Rate: • Image Size: • File Size: Sounds •...
Page 47: Shooting
Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode The camera features the following shooting modes. Auto Manual Stitch Assist Movie • The settings selected in each shooting mode are saved when switching between shooting modes. Some settings are also saved when the power is turned off (p. 40). In the descriptions of the shooting functions that follow, the icons beside the titles indicate the applicable shooting modes.
Page 48: Reviewing An Image Right After Shooting
Shooting Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting Right after a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for 2 seconds even if you release the shutter button regardless of whether the LCD monitor is on or off. You can also review it with the following procedures. •...
Page 49: Changing Resolution/Compression Settings
Changing Resolution/Compression Settings Still image resolution and compression settings and movie resolution settings can be adjusted to suit your requirements. Resolution settings get progressively higher ranging from the to the (Large) settings. Use a high resolution setting to obtain the best quality for printing, but select a lower one to print on small labels, to send images by email or to fit more images on a CF card.
Page 50 Shooting In the (Rec.) menu, select • See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 76). • See Approximate Image File Sizes (p. 147). • See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 147). • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37). •...
Page 51: Using The Flash
Using the Flash Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the light level. Red-Eye The red-eye reduction lamp fires with each shot, Reduction automatically adjusting the intensity to suit lighting Auto levels. A flash fires with every shot. A flash will not fire. The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds.
Page 52 Shooting • When you use flash photography at higher ISO speeds, the chances of white streaks appearing in the image increase the closer you approach to the subject. • A slow shutter speed is selected in dark surroundings when the flash is set to Off or Slow-Synchro. Be careful to avoid camera blur under these conditions.
Page 53: Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots
Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 16 to 76 cm (6.3 in. to 2.5 ft.) from the lens tip when at maximum Macro wide angle and in the range of 26 to 76 cm (10.2 in. to 2.5 ft.) when at the maximum telephoto setting.
Page 54: Using The Digital Zoom
Shooting Using the Digital Zoom When the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to approximately 3.8, 4.7, 6.0 or 7.5 times with the combined optical and digital zoom functions. In the (Rec.) menu, select •The digital zoom is unavailable in some modes (p. 77). •Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed.
Page 55: Shooting Continuously
Recording ceases when the shutter button is released. * This figure reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • The interval between shots may lengthen slightly when the camera’s built-in memory fills.
Page 56: Using The Self-Timer
Shooting Using the Self-timer Changing the Self-timer Countdown Time In the (Rec.) menu, select • The selftimer sound can be changed with the Camera) menu (p. 44). • Display • When the shutter button is pressed, the self-timer will activate and the self-timer lamp will flash.
Page 57: Shooting In Stitch Assist Mode
Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode Stitch Assist mode can be used to shoot images, which overlap, and which can later be merged to create one panoramic image on a computer. • To merge the images on the computer, use PhotoStitch, one of the supplied programs.
Page 58 Shooting • Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items. These items may appear warped or doubled up in the merged image. • Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the contrast in brightness is too great. •...
Page 59 • Compose the second image so that it Second Image • Use the • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping • Repeat the procedure for additional Third Image • Press the • See the Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 76) for the settings available in this mode.
Page 60: Shooting A Movie
20 frames / sec.) is approximately 4 seconds ( seconds ( ) or 30 seconds ( according to standard Canon testing criteria. These times may vary with the subject and shooting conditions. Recording will automatically stop when the maximum is reached or when the CF card runs out of free capacity.
Page 61 • The shutter sound will not sound when you fully press the shutter button to record a movie clip. • QuickTime 3.0 or a higher is required to replay movie files (AVI / Motion JPEG ) on a computer. QuickTime 5.0 is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. Shooting...
Page 62: Locking The Focus (Af Lock)
Shooting Locking the Focus (AF Lock) It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subject. Use the focus lock in these situations. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition •...
Page 63 • Re-aim the camera to compose the shot • Release the focus lock by pressing • Turning the mode dial also releases the • Method 2 is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to recompose the image. Moreover, the focus remains locked after the picture is taken, allowing you to capture a second image with the same focus.
Page 64: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
Shooting Locking the Exposure Setting You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. • You must set the flash to the flash fires.
Page 65: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting You can adjust and lock the flash output to suit a specific portion of the subject. • The FE lock may release if you press any button other than button. (FE Lock) • Turn on the LCD monitor. •...
Page 66: Switching Between Autofocus Modes
Shooting Switching between Autofocus Modes Although the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting, you can switch modes to one that uses a fixed AF frame at the center of the field. The AF frames will appear in the LCD monitor if it is turned on (p. 31). •...
Page 67: Switching Between Light Metering Modes
Switching between Light Metering Modes You can switch between metering modes to shoot. Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images Evaluative into several zones for light metering. It evaluates the Light complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the Metering subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct...
Page 68: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation
Shooting Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. • Use the button to adjust the exposure compensation.
Page 69: Shooting In Long Shutter Mode
Shooting in Long Shutter Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. In the (Rec.) menu, select Long Shutter Menu • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37). • Use the button to select [On].
Page 70 Shooting • The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality images.
Page 71: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance Setting the white balance to match the dominant light source when shooting will adjust the image coloring to the correct settings for that type of light. Set the white balance mode to a natural or artificial light setting according to the circumstances.
Page 72: Setting A Custom White Balance
Shooting Setting a Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color.
Page 73 • You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±0) before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). •...
Page 74: Changing The Photo Effect
Shooting Changing the Photo Effect You can shoot with different photo effects. Photo Effect Off Records with no effect. Vivid Neutral Low Sharpening Records subjects with softened outlines. Sepia Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record in bold color. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues.
Page 75: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Adjusting the ISO Speed Adjust the ISO speed when you wish to shoot in a dark area or use a fast shutter speed. In the (Rec.) menu, select • When [AUTO] is selected, the camera automatically adjusts the ISO speed to a range of 50 to 150. •...
Page 76: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
Shooting Setting the Auto Rotate Function The camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera on end and automatically rotates it to the correct viewing orientation in the display. You can set this function on/off.
Page 77: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Number You can select the way file numbers are assigned. The file number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new CF card is inserted. New images recorded on CF cards with existing files are assigned the next available number. The file number of the last images to be shot is memorized so that images recorded to a new CF card start from the next number.
Page 78: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Shooting Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings selected in each shooting mode are saved after you finish shooting, and when you switch between shooting modes. Function Large Medium...
Page 79 Function AF-assist Beam Light Metering Digital Zoom Exposure Compensation Long Shutter White Balance Photo Effect ISO Speed Auto Rotate * Default setting. G Setting available. L Setting can only be selected for the first image. (Shaded Area): Setting is memorized even when the camera power is shut off.
Page 80: Replaying
Replaying Viewing Images Individually (Single Image View) • Turn the mode dial to the • The last recorded image will appear in the display (single image replay). • Use the button to move to the previous image and the move to the next. Holding the button down advances the images more rapidly, but the images will not appear as clearly.
Page 81: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images • Movie frames and index replayed image cannot be magnified. • Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times. Approximate Location of the Magnified Area • Use the move around the image. • Hold the button down and press button to cycle through each setting, from approximately 2.5 times, to approximately 5 and 10 times.
Page 82: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index View)
Replaying Viewing Images in Sets of Nine Switching between Sets of Nine Images (Index View) • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index replay. • Use the change the image selection. • Press the button to display the selected image in single image replay.
Page 83: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Movie clips can be replayed with the following procedures. • Movies cannot be played in the index replay mode. • Use the button to select a movie. • Images with an • The movie panel will display. • Use the button to select (Play).
Page 84 Replaying Pausing and Resuming Play Fast Forwarding/Rewinding • Please adjust the sound volume on the TV set when viewing movie files on a TV (p. 118). • You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when replaying a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources.
Page 85: Rotating Images In The Display
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90º or 270º in the display. 0º(Original) In the (Play) menu, select • Movies cannot be rotated. • When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images.
Page 86: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
Replaying Attaching Sound Memos to Images In replay mode (including single image replay, index replay, magnified replay and review of an image immediately after shooting), you can attach a sound memo of up to 60 seconds to an image. The data is saved in a WAVE format file.
Page 87 Playing/Deleting Sound Memos Display the Sound Memo panel (p. 84). • You cannot attach sound memos to movies. • If there is no space for recording on the CF card, the message “CF card full” will appear and you will not be able to continue recording.
Page 88: Automating Playback (Slide Shows)
Replaying Automating Playback Starting a Slide Slow A selection of images or all the images on a CF card can be displayed one-by-one in an automated slide show. Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 94). All Images Slide Show 1-3 In the (Play) menu,...
Page 89: Selecting Images For Slide Shows
Pausing / Resuming a Slide Show Fast Forwarding/Rewinding a Slide Show Stopping a Slide Show Selecting Images for Slide Shows You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3. Up to 998 images may be marked per slide show. Images display in the order of their selection.
Page 90 Replaying • A checkmark will appear beside a show already containing images. • Use the button to move between images and the button to select or deselect them. Selected images display a number corresponding to their selection order. Selection Number •...
Page 91: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings You can change the play time for all the images in a show and have the show repeat continuously. Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between Play Time 3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual. Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have Repeat been displayed or continues until stopped.
Page 92: Protecting Images
Replaying Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure. In the (Play) menu, select • Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all data, including protected images. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37). • Use the button to select an image to protect.
Page 93: Erasing
Erasing Erasing Single Images • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. • Use the button to select an image for deletion. • Use the button to select [Erase].
Page 94: Erasing All Images
Erasing Erasing All Images • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. In the (Play) menu, select • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37). •...
Page 95: Formatting Cf Cards
• When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted CF card might be the cause. Reformatting the CF card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand CF card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • CF cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
Page 96: Printing
Please refer to the System Map supplied with your camera for direct print function compatible printer information. Digital Camera DPOF Print Settings • Select the images you wish to print (p. 107) • Set the number of print copies (p. 108) •...
Page 97 Printer with the direct print function Setting Print Settings for Direct Printing • Setting the Number of Print Copies (p. 103) • Setting the Print Style (p. 103) - Standard/Multiple (Direct Print Function Compatible Printer) - Paper: Card #1/Card #2/Card #3/LTR/A4 (Direct Print Function Compatible BJ Printer) - Bordered/Borderless - Date: On/Off...
Page 98: Print Menu Settings
Printing Print Menu Settings Use the Print menu to set print related settings. The following diagrams illustrate how to use the Print menu. Direct Print Function Set the Mode Dial to DPOF Print Settings Set the Mode Dial to...
Page 99 Turn the menu On/Off Selects items and settings Sets items and setting. Image (p. 103) Borders (p. 103) Style Date (p. 103) Number of Copies (p. 103) Printing Area (p. 105) Order Number of Copies (p. 108) Print Type (p. 111) Date (p.
Page 100: Connecting A Printer
Printing Connecting a Printer You can make clear prints swiftly and easily when you connect the camera to a direct print function compatible printer. You can also print using DPOF print settings. • You are recommended to use a household power source rather than the battery pack to power the camera when it is connected to a printer.
Page 101 Direct Interface Cable symbol appears on the connector. This shows when a direct print compatible printer is connected. Connecting to a Bubble Jet Printer • Please read the user guide supplied with your BJ printer to see if it is compatible with the camera’s direct print function, and for instructions on connection cables and general operations.
Page 102 • Open the terminal cover on the camera and insert the cable’s connector into the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. Orient the cable so that the word Canon on the connector faces the camera’s front panel. • Turn on the camera’s power and set the mode dial to the position.
Page 103: Printing
Printing • The following illustrations show examples from a direct print function compatible printer. Options for the Style category will differ slightly for BJ printers. Print images displayed in single image view or index view mode. • Movies cannot be printed. •...
Page 104 Printing • Canceling Printing Press the message will display. Use the and press the • Direct Print Function Compatible Printers A print in progress cannot be stopped. The printer will stop after the current print is complete and the camera will display its replay screen at that point.
Page 105: Setting The Print Settings (Direct Print Function)
Setting the Print Settings Setting the Number of Copies Setting the Print Style You can select from among the following print styles. Direct Print Function Compatible Printer Standard Image Multiple* Borderless Borders Bordered Date * This option is only available for printing on card-size paper. BJ Printer Paper Borderless...
Page 106 Printing Current print style selection • Use the button to select [Style]. • Use the button to select , or and the to select an option. (Image Settings) (Direct Print Function Compatible Printer) Select [Standard] or [Multiple]. (Paper) (BJ Printer) Select [Card #1], [Card #2], [Card #3], [LTR] or [A4].
Page 107 • The date settings are overridden by the DPOF print settings if you are using them to print (p. 111). • If you are using a direct print function compatible printer, the date and borders settings cannot be selected when the Multiple option is selected.
Page 108 Printing • The printing area setting only applies to one image. • The printing area setting is canceled with the following operations: - When the image is printed, - When a print area is set for another image, - When the print mode is closed (camera power shut off, mode dial is turned, cancel is selected without printing after the printing area is set, or the direct interface cable is detached).
Page 109: Setting The Dpof Print Settings
Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer or a direct print function compatible BJ printer.
Page 110 Printing Single Images Number of Print Copies Selected for an Index Print • As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings (p. 111). (Standard) / (Both) • Use the button to select an image and the select the number of print copies (up to maximum of 99).
Page 111 All the Images on a CF Card • The symbol will display on images that have had print settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera. • The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings.
Page 112 Printing • Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date. • A maximum of 998 images can be selected per CF card. • When [Both] is selected, the number of print copies can be set, but it applies to Standard prints only. The Index setting only produces one print copy.
Page 113: Setting The Print Style
Setting the Print Style The following print settings can be selected. Standard Index Print Type Date File No. Display the Print Order Menu. Prints one image per page. Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format. Prints the images in both the standard and Both index formats.
Page 114 Printing • When the print type is set to Index, only one or the other of the [Date] and [File No.] options can be set to [On] at the same time. • The date prints as the date and time in the format specified in the Set Date / Time menu (p.
Page 115: Resetting The Print Settings
Resetting the Print Settings The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type resets to Standard and the Date and File No. options to Off. Display the Print Order Menu. • See “Print Menu Settings” (p. 96). •...
Page 116: Printing With Dpof Print Settings
Printing Printing with DPOF Print Settings The DPOF print settings can be used to print on a direct print function compatible printer or a direct print function compatible BJ printer. Display the Print Order Menu. • See Print Menu Settings (p. 96). •...
Page 117 • To include the date in the prints, set the Date setting in the Set up menu in Step 1 above to [On]. You cannot set the date to print with the Style menu in Step 2 above. Please note however, that the date will not print if the print type is set to Index even if it is turned On in Step 1.
Page 118: Image Transmission Settings (Dpof Transfer Order)
Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) You can use the camera to specify settings for images that you wish to send by email. Please use the software supplied with the camera to actually transfer the images to an email program. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
Page 119 Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) • Use the Selected for Transfer • You can press the • While in index view, you can select all • Press the • Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.
Page 120: Shooting/Replaying With A Tv Monitor
Shooting / Replaying with a TV Monitor You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or replay images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable AVC-DC100. You must shut the TV and camera power off before you attach or detach the AV cable.
Page 121: Downloading Images To A Computer
Downloading Images to a Computer Download images taken with the camera to a computer in one of the following ways: • Directly from the CF card. • Connecting the camera to a computer with the USB cable. After installing the supplied software, download images automatically by simply connecting the camera to a computer with the supplied USB cable.
Page 122: Connecting The Camera To A Computer With A Usb Cable
Downloading Images to a Computer Double-click the icon of the drive containing the CF card. Copy the CF card’s images to the desired folder on the hard disk. The images are contained in the [XXXCANON] folder, which is a subfolder of the [DCIM] folder on the CF card. The XXX represents a number from 100 to 998.
Page 123 Turn the camera’s mode dial to the The LCD monitor will turn on in replay mode and then blank out when the connection to the computer is complete. • Ensure that you grip the sides of the connector to remove the cable from the camera’s DIGITAL terminal.
Page 124: Lists Of Menu Options And Messages
Lists of Menu Options and Messages The following charts list the various menu contents. See “Selecting Menus and Settings” (p. 37) to learn how to select a setting. Rec. Menu Item/Menu Screen Resolution (Stills) Resolution (Movies) Compression ISO Speed Options Sets the number of pixels used to record images to CF cards.
Page 125: List Of Menu Options And Messages
Item/Menu Screen AiAF Sets whether or not the camera automatically selects one of three AF frames or a fixed center AF frame. • On* • Off Digital Zoom Sets the whether or not the optical zoom is supplemented by digital processing. •...
Page 126 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen File No. Reset Auto Rotate Long Shutter Options Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new CF cards are inserted. • On • Off* Sets whether or not images shot with the camera on end are automatically rotated in the display.
Page 127: Play Menu
Play Menu Item/Menu Screen Protect Rotate Sound Memo Erase all Slide Show List of Menu Options and Messages Options Prevents images from accidental erasure. Rotates images clockwise 90º or 270º in the display. Adds sound memo to images. Deletes all images from a CF card (except for protected images).
Page 128 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Print Order Transfer Order Options Selects images and the number of print copies for output to a direct print compatible printer or a photo developing service. Selects the images that will be transferred to your email software.
Page 129: Set Up Menu
Set up Menu Item/Menu Screen Beep Speaker Vol. Power Save Date/Time See also how this item and each sound setting in the menu interact (p. 129). List of Menu Options and Messages Options Sets whether or not a beep sounds when the shutter button is pressed or a menu operation is performed.* •...
Page 130 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Format Language Video System Options Formats (initializes) CF cards. Sets the language used in menus and messages on the LCD monitor. • English* • Italiano • Deutsch • Norsk • Français • Svenska •...
Page 131: My Camera Menu
My Camera Menu You can select the start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operation sound and selftimer sound used on this camera. These are called the My Camera Settings. You can also customize the for each item using the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide for details.
Page 132 List of Menu Options and Messages Item/Menu Screen Shutter Sound Operation Sound Selftimer Sound Options Sets the sound emitted when the shutter button is pressed. There is no shutter sound for movies.* • (Off) • • • Sets the sound emitted when any button other than the shutter button is pressed.* •...
Page 133 How the Beep in the in the (My Camera) Menu Interact To turn off each sound, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound, operation sound and selftimer sound, the beep must first be set to [Off] in the (Set up) menu and then each sound item must be set individually to [Off].
Page 134: Resetting All Settings To Their Default Values
List of Menu Options and Messages Resetting All Settings to Their Default Values You can reset all the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation except for the [Date /Time], [Language] and [Video System] settings. • The following settings will not return to the default settings. - White balance data recorded with the manual white balance function (p.
Page 135: List Of Messages
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor while shooting or replaying. Busy... No CF card Cannot record! CF card error! CF card full Naming error! Change the battery pack No image Image too large Incompatible JPEG format List of Menu Options and Messages Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card...
Page 136 A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.
Page 137 List of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print Function Compatible Printer is Connected The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor while a direct print compatible printer (sold separately) is connected. No Paper No Ink Incompatible paper size Incompatible ink size Ink Cassette Error Paper and ink do not match The paper size and ink type are from...
Page 138 List of Menu Options and Messages List of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print function Compatible Bubble Jet Printer is Connected The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor while a direct print compatible Bubble Jet printer (sold separately) is connected.
Page 139: Appendices
Appendices Using the Household Power Source It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. • Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
Page 140: Using A Car Battery Charger
Appendices Using a Car Battery Charger Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 (sold separately) can be used to charge battery packs from an automobile’s cigarette lighter socket. • Always ensure that the automobile’s engine is running when you use the car battery charger. Use of it with the engine off may flatten the battery in some automobiles.
Page 141: Camera Care And Maintenance
• Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. • If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate Canon Customer Support leaflet.
Page 142: Troubleshooting
CF card is not • Format CF card (See Formatting formatted correctly CF Cards, p. 93). • If reformatting doesn’t work, the CF card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Solution position.
Page 143 Problem Lens will not Battery cover or retract CF card slot cover was opened with power on Battery cover or CF card slot cover was opened while recording to the CF card (warning signal sounds) Battery life Battery pack consumed quickly exceeded if battery pack loses its charge quickly...
Page 144 Appendices Problem Image is blurred or out of focus Subject in recorded image is too dark Subject in recorded image is too bright Cause AF-assist Beam is • Set the AF-assist Beam to [On]. set to off (p. 35) Subject is out of •...
Page 145 Problem Light is shining Subject in recorded directly on the image is too bright subject or reflected off the subject into the camera Flash is set to on Flash is set to off Flash does not fire Incorrect video Image not showing system setting on TV monitor Shooting mode set...
Page 146: Specifications
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot S330 DIGITAL ELPH / DIGITAL IXUS 330 Camera Effective Pixels: Image Sensor: Lens: Digital Zoom: Optical Viewfinder: LCD Monitor: Autofocus: Focusing Range: Shutter: Shutter Speed:...
Page 147 White Balance: Flash: Flash Range: Shooting Modes: Continuous Shooting: Self-Timer: PC Connected Shooting: Recording Media: File Format: Image Recording Format Compression: Number of Recording Pixels: Still images: large Replay Modes: Display Languages: TTL auto / preset (daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, fluorescent H) or custom white balance Red-eye reduction auto/auto/on/off/slow-synchro Normal mode: 76 cm - 3.5 m (2.5 - 11.5 ft.) (W) 76 cm - 2.0 m (2.5 - 6.6 ft.) (T)
Page 148: Battery Capacity
Dimensions (w x h x d): Weight: * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
Page 149 CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (1024 x 768 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) 6 sec. 13 sec. 27 sec. MOVIE (320 x 240 pixels) 18 sec. 36 sec. 75 sec. 152 sec. (160 x 120 pixels) 48 sec.
Page 150 Specifications Battery Pack NB-1LH Type: Nominal Voltage: Typical Capacity: Cycle Life: Operating Temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: Battery Charger CB-2LS/CB-2LSE Rated Input: Rated Output: Charging Time: Operating Temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: When charging Battery Pack NB-1LH CompactFlash™ Card Card Slot Type: Dimensions: Weight: Compact Power Adapter CA-PS500 Rated Input: Rated Output...
Page 151 Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 (Optional) Rated Input: Rated Output: Charging Time: Operating Temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: When charging Battery Pack NB-1LH DC 12 - 24 V, 4.3 W 4.2 V DC, 0.55 A Approx. 130 Minutes* 0 - 40 º C (32 - 104 º F) 90.4 x 56.0 x 28.0 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 1.1 in.) Approx.
Page 152: Index
Index AC Adapter Kit (ACK500) 137 AE Lock 62 AF Frame 31, 64 AF-assist Beam 35 AF Lock 60 AiAF 33 Autofocus 33, 64 Autofocus Lock 60 Auto Mode 18 Auto Rotate 74 AV Cable AVC-DC100 118 Battery Battery Pack Charge 22 Capacities 146 Handling 20 Installing 21...
Page 153 Macro Mode 51 Magnify 79 Manual Mode 18 Manual White Balance 70 Menu My Camera 129 Play 125 Rec. 122 Set up 127 Messages List of Messages 133 Messages Displayed while a Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printer is Connected 136 Messages Displayed while a Direct Print Compatible Printer is Connected 135...
Page 154: Trademark Acknowledgments
Canon. • Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the CompactFlash™...
Page 155: Fcc Notice
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

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Replaying

Erasing

Printing

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

Shooting/Replaying with a TV Monitor

Downloading Images to a Computer

Lists of Menu Options and Messages

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