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Please refer to the complete user guide included
on the CD-ROM for more detailed information.
• Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety
Precautions" section, before using the camera.
• Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera
properly.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.

Getting Started

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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    Getting Started Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information. • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly.

  • Page 2: Checking The Package Contents

    Read when you want to use the included software. • A memory card is not included (p. 11). • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Battery Pack NB-5L (with Terminal Cover) Wrist Strap WS-DC11 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE Warranty Card...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    • Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and dials. • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial, FUNC./SET button and control ring are represented by the following icons.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
  • Page 6 Safety Precautions The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water. •...
  • Page 7 Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day). Doing so may damage the image sensor. • When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Checking the Package Contents ... 2 Read This First ... 3 Conventions Used in This Guide ... 4 Safety Precautions... 5 Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera ... 8 Charging the Battery... 9 Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) ... 11 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...

  • Page 9: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. CB-2LX CB-2LXE To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.
  • Page 10 This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. 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. •...

  • Page 11: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)

    Using the battery and charger effectively • Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used. Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used. Attach the cover to a charged battery so that the visible.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Terminals Terminals Check the card’s write-protect tab. If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position.

  • Page 13: Removing The Battery And Memory Card

    What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? If the write-protect tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images. Removing the Battery and Memory Card Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots...

  • Page 14: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Can you check the number of shots that can be taken? Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them.

  • Page 15: Changing The Date And Time

    Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time and the home time zone, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera. Daylight saving time settings in Step 2 on p. 14 and press the op buttons or turn the 7 dial If you choose to choose , you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).

  • Page 16: Change The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained for about 3 weeks after the battery pack has been removed. • By inserting a charged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, see Camera User Guide) the date/time battery can be charged in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on.

  • Page 17: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the m button and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to remove the clock and repeat Step 2.

  • Page 18: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.

  • Page 19: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.

  • Page 20: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

    Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. When the flash fires, the white balance of the main subject and background will be automatically adjusted to obtain the best color (Multi-area White Balance).
  • Page 21 AF Frame What if... • What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as expected? The scene icon (see Camera User Guide) that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene, and you may not obtain the expected results. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (see Camera User Guide).
  • Page 22 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) • What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? A white frame appears on the face or subject that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range.

  • Page 23: Viewing Images

    What if an icon appears on the screen? The icon for the determined scene, and the IS mode icon will appear on the screen. For details on the icons that appear, see “Scene Icons” (see Camera User Guide) and “IS Mode Icons” (see Camera User Guide). Choosing the subject to focus on (Tracking AF) After pressing the o button and displaying on the subject you want to focus on.

  • Page 24: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images Switching to Shooting mode Pressing the shutter button halfway while in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode. Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode.

  • Page 25: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies The camera will determine the subject and shooting conditions, and select the best settings for the scene. The audio will record in stereo. Remaining Time Elapsed Time Microphones Set the camera to A mode and compose the shot. Follow Steps 1 –...

  • Page 26: Shooting Time

    Shooting Movies Zooming while shooting Moving the zoom lever while shooting will zoom in on or out from the subject. However, operation sounds will be recorded. Also, you cannot use the y ring to zoom. When the mode dial is set to A, the icon for the determined scene will •...

  • Page 27: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. How can I play back movies on a computer? Install the included software (p. 29). • When watching a movie on a computer, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer’s capabilities.

  • Page 28: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing

    You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.

  • Page 29: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations. Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Place the CD-ROM in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 30: Transfer Images

    Turn on the camera to open CameraWindow. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. For Windows, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] when it appears on the screen. CameraWindow will appear when a connection is established between the camera and computer.
  • Page 31 For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. Click on the task bar. In the screen that appears, click the Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. Double click • You can transfer images even without using the image transfer function in the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer.
  • Page 32 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.
  • Page 33 This Category II radiocommunication device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Battery Charger CB-2LX IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 34: Trademark Acknowledgments

    Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non- genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery...
  • Page 36 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

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