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Please refer to the complete user guide included
on the CD-ROM for more detailed information.
• Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the
safety precautions.
• This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera
correctly.
• Keep the guide handy for future reference.

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. • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly.

  • Page 2: Package Contents

    Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started • A memory card is not included (p. 3). About Getting Started (This Guide) and the PDF Manuals This guide introduces basic camera operations.

  • Page 3: Compatible Memory Cards

    Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. • microSD memory cards* • microSDHC memory cards* • microSDXC memory cards* * Conforms to SD specifications. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    • Take and review some test shots initially 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 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 • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
  • Page 7 • In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash. This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.

  • Page 8: Part Names And Conventions In This Guide

    Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Shutter button Indicator • : Important information you should know • : Notes and tips for expert camera use •...
  • Page 9 Battery cover DC coupler terminal cover Tripod socket Screen (LCD monitor) Memory card cover Strap mount HDMI terminal AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons and switches on which they appear or which they resemble. •...

  • Page 10: Initial Preparations

    Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Holding the Camera Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end Place the strap around your wrist.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. CB-2LB CB-2LBE Remove the cover. Insert the battery. After aligning the marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ) and down (...

  • Page 12: Inserting The Battery

    Initial Preparations • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger to other objects. Make sure that it can always move freely. •...

  • Page 13: Inserting The Memory Card

    Inserting the Memory Card Insert a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (see Camera User Guide). Removing the Battery Open the cover.

  • Page 14: Removing The Memory Card

    Initial Preparations Removing the Memory Card Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for dates and times added to your images.

  • Page 15: Finish The Setup Process

    • Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information. • To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose by pressing the op buttons. choose Set the local time zone.

  • Page 16: Changing The Date And Time

    Initial Preparations Changing the Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. • Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed. • The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, see Camera User Guide), even if the camera is left off.

  • Page 17: Display Language

    Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. A clock icon is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the m button • before you press the n button. In this case, press the m button to dismiss the clock icon and repeat step 2.

  • Page 18: Trying The Camera Out

    Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Still Images Turn the camera on.

  • Page 19: Shooting Still Images

    Shoot. Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. AF Frames Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically.

  • Page 20: Shooting Movies

    Trying the Camera Out Shooting Movies Start shooting. Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. Black bars displayed on the top and bottom Elapsed Time edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
  • Page 21 Trying the Camera Out Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button.

  • Page 22: Play Movies

    Trying the Camera Out • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. Erasing the Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. •...

  • Page 23: Included Software, Pdf Manuals

    Depending on the country or region where you purchased your camera, the ImageBrowser EX User Guide may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website.

  • Page 24: System Requirements

    1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Interfaces Free Hard Disk 550 MB or more Space Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions.
  • Page 25 Installing the Software and PDF Manuals Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection.
  • Page 26 Included Software, PDF Manuals • When not connected to the Internet, there are the following limitations. The screen in step 3 will not be displayed. Some functions may not be installed. The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed, so it may take a few minutes until camera images are accessible.

  • Page 27: Saving Images To A Computer

    For Windows, follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. Double click...
  • Page 28 • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] [CameraWindow] •...

  • Page 29: Accessories

    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 pack).

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 10.1 million pixels Lens Focal Length LCD Monitor File Formats Data Types Interfaces Power Dimensions (Based on CIPA Guidelines) Weight (Based on CIPA Guidelines) Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time Number of Shots Movie Recording Time* Playback Time *1 Time under default camera settings, when normal operations are performed, such as shooting, pausing, turning the camera on and off, and zooming.

  • Page 31: Recording Time Per Memory Card

    2M/1600x1200 (Small) 0.3M/640x480 • These values are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • Table values are based on images with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Changing the aspect ratio (see Camera User Guide) will enable more shots, because less data is used per image than for 4:3 images.

  • Page 32: Flash Range

    Specifications Flash Range Maximum wide angle (j) Maximum telephoto (i) Shooting Range Shooting Mode Focusing Range Other modes * Not available in some shooting modes. Continuous Shooting Speed Shooting Mode Shutter Speed A mode, automatically set range Range in all shooting modes Aperture f/number 50 cm –...
  • Page 33 Weight Approx. 67 g (approx. 2.36 oz.) (CB-2LBE, excluding power cord) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

  • Page 34: Trademark Acknowledgments

    USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.
  • Page 35 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
  • 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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