Related Manuals for Canon SD940IS - 12.1-megapixel PowerShot Digital Elph
Summarization of Contents
Getting Started
Checking the Package Contents
Verify all items are present in the camera package before use.
Read This First
Important preliminary information before operating the camera.
Test Shots
Take initial test shots to confirm correct image recording.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
Guidelines on using recorded images and respecting copyright laws.
Warranty Limitations
Information regarding the camera's warranty effectiveness and claims.
LCD Monitor
Details about the LCD monitor's manufacturing and potential pixel behavior.
Camera Body Temperature
Note on potential camera body warmth during extended operation.
Memory Cards
Collective reference to memory cards used in the camera.
What Do You Want to Do?
Guide to various shooting and playback functions based on user needs.
Conventions Used in this Guide
Explanation of symbols, icons, and text conventions used in the manual.
Safety Precautions
Essential safety guidelines for camera operation and handling.
Camera Safety
Specific safety warnings related to camera usage and storage.
Battery and Charger Safety
Safety instructions for handling the battery and battery charger.
Other Safety Warnings
Additional warnings regarding equipment usage and environmental conditions.
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
Instructions on how to attach the camera strap and hold the device correctly.
Charging the Battery
Step-by-step guide on how to charge the camera battery using the provided charger.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Procedures for correctly inserting the battery and memory card into the camera.
Setting the Date and Time
Guide to setting the camera's date and time for accurate image metadata.
Setting the Display Language
Instructions on how to change the language displayed on the camera's LCD.
Formatting Memory Cards
Process for formatting a memory card, which erases all data.
Pressing the Shutter Button
Explanation of the two-stage shutter button operation for focusing and shooting.
Taking Pictures
Comprehensive guide on how to compose and shoot photographs using the camera.
Viewing Images
Instructions on how to access and browse images stored on the camera.
Erasing Images
Steps for selecting and deleting images from the camera's memory.
Printing Images
Guide on how to connect the camera to a printer and print images.
Shooting Movies
Instructions on how to record video clips using the camera.
Viewing Movies
Steps to play back recorded video clips on the camera's screen.
Transferring Images to a Computer
Guide on using software to transfer photos and videos to a computer.
Learning More
Accessories
Information about camera accessories, both supplied and sold separately.
Supplied with Camera
List of accessories included in the camera package.
Separately Sold Accessories
Details on optional accessories available for purchase.
Components Guide
Identification and description of the camera's physical parts and controls.
Information Displayed on the Screen
Explanation of icons and data shown on the camera's LCD during shooting.
Indicator
Information about the camera's indicator lamp status and meanings.
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations
How to use the FUNC. menu for quick access to common settings.
MENU – Basic Operations
Guide to navigating and using the camera's main menu system.
Changing the Sound Settings
Instructions for muting or adjusting camera operational sounds.
Changing the Screen Brightness
Methods for adjusting the brightness of the camera's LCD screen.
Returning the Camera to Default Settings
Procedure to reset all camera settings to their factory defaults.
Low Level Memory Card Formatting
Guide to performing low-level formatting for memory card performance issues.
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)
Information on the camera's automatic power-off feature to save battery.
Clock Functions
How to check the current time using the camera's clock function.
Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions
Shooting in Various Conditions
How to select modes for specific shooting environments like portraits or night.
Turning the Flash Off
Steps to disable the camera's flash for shooting in certain situations.
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)
Using digital zoom to enlarge subjects beyond optical zoom capabilities.
Inserting the Date and Time
How to embed shooting date and time information directly onto images.
Using the Self-Timer
Instructions for using the self-timer to capture group photos with the operator included.
Using the Face Self-Timer
Advanced self-timer that takes multiple shots after detecting faces.
Choosing Settings Yourself
Shooting in Program AE
Using Program AE mode to manually adjust various shooting settings.
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
How to adjust image brightness using exposure compensation settings.
Turning the Flash On
Steps to ensure the flash fires for every shot, improving illumination.
Shooting Close-ups (Macro)
Guide to capturing detailed shots of subjects at close distances.
Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity)
Instructions for focusing on distant subjects using the infinity setting.
Zooming In on Close Subjects (Digital Macro)
Using digital zoom for extreme close-ups on subjects.
Changing the Recording Pixels
How to select the image resolution (size) for photos.
Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)
Adjusting image quality settings between Fine and Normal compression.
Changing the ISO Speed
Guide to setting the ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.
Adjusting the White Balance
Steps to set the optimal white balance for accurate color reproduction.
Continuous Shooting
How to capture a sequence of images at a fixed interval.
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors)
Adjusting image tone to sepia, black and white, or other color effects.
Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer
Using a self-timer with a two-second delay for specific shooting scenarios.
Customizing the Self-Timer
Options to adjust the self-timer's delay time and number of shots.
Shooting Using a TV Monitor
How to connect the camera to a TV to view the shooting screen.
Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock
Locking focus and exposure to recompose the shot.
Getting More Out of Your Camera
Changing the AF Frame Mode
Adjusting auto-focus frame modes like Face AiAF or Center.
Magnifying the Focal Point
Using zoom to magnify the AF frame area to check focus.
Shooting with the AF Lock
Locking the auto-focus distance to maintain focus on a subject.
Shooting with Servo AF
Continuous auto-focus tracking for moving subjects.
Changing the Metering Mode
Selecting metering modes like Evaluative, Center Weighted Avg., or Spot.
Shooting with the AE Lock
Locking exposure settings for multiple shots with consistent lighting.
Shooting with the FE Lock
Locking flash exposure for consistent flash output across shots.
Shooting with Slow Synchro
Using slow shutter speeds with flash to brighten backgrounds.
Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast)
Using i-Contrast to automatically adjust brightness and contrast in scenes.
Red-Eye Correction
Automatically correcting red-eye effects in flash photography.
Checking for Shut Eyes
Camera feature to detect and warn about closed eyes in portraits.
Shooting Long Exposures
Setting slow shutter speeds for capturing images in low light or with motion blur.
Changing the Color and Shooting
Modifying image colors, including Color Accent and Color Swap effects.
Shooting Stitch Assist Images
Capturing sequential shots to create panoramic images later.
Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies
Changing the Movie Mode
Selecting different movie recording modes like Standard or Color Accent.
Changing the Image Quality
Adjusting video resolution and frame rate settings for movies.
AE Lock/Exposure Shift
Locking exposure and adjusting it manually while shooting movies.
Other Shooting Functions
Miscellaneous shooting functions applicable to movie mode.
Using Playback and Other Functions
Playback Functions
Overview of various playback operations available for images and movies.
Editing
Instructions for trimming recorded movie clips.
Quickly Searching Images
Efficient methods for finding specific images using index or scrolling displays.
Viewing Images in Filtered Playback
Displaying images based on specific criteria like date, category, or file type.
Viewing Slideshows
Automatically playing back recorded images as a slideshow.
Checking the Focus
Magnifying recorded image areas to check focus accuracy.
Magnifying Images
Zooming into images during playback for detailed viewing.
Changing Image Transitions
Selecting transition effects for image viewing in slideshows.
Viewing Images on a TV
Connecting the camera to a standard TV to view images and movies.
Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV
Connecting the camera to an HDTV for an enhanced viewing experience.
Protecting Images
Marking important images to prevent accidental deletion.
Erasing All Images
Methods for erasing multiple images, including all or selected ranges.
Organizing Images by Category (My Category)
Categorizing images based on shooting conditions for easier organization.
Rotating Images
Changing the orientation of images and saving the rotated version.
Resizing Images
Reducing image pixel size and saving the resized image as a new file.
Trimming
Cutting out portions of recorded images and saving them as new files.
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function
Applying color effects to images and saving them as separate files.
Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast)
Adjusting image brightness and contrast using the i-Contrast function.
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect
Automatically correcting red-eye in images and saving as new files.
Printing from the Print List (DPOF)
Adding images to a print list for direct printing or developer service.
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)
Specifying print types, dates, and file numbers for selected images.
Customizing the Camera
Changing Functions
Customizing common camera functions like hints and file numbering.
Turning off the Power Saving Function
Disabling the auto power-off feature to keep the camera active.
Using the World Clock
Setting and using different time zones for recording images with local dates.
Changing Shooting Functions
Customizing shooting-related functions like AF assist beam and red-eye reduction.
Changing the Image Display Time
Adjusting how long images are displayed after being taken.
Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting
Selecting display modes like detailed info or focus check after shooting.
Displaying the Overlay
Enabling gridlines or 3:2 guides on the display for composition.
Changing the IS-Mode Settings
Configuring image stabilization modes for different shooting conditions.
Changing Playback Functions
Customizing playback behavior, such as resume settings.
Registering the Start-up Screen
Setting custom images or sounds for the camera's startup sequence.
Useful Information
Using Household Power
Instructions for powering the camera using an AC adapter kit.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for common camera problems and error messages.
Power Issues
Troubleshooting steps for power-related problems like the camera not turning on.
Lens will not retract
Solutions for issues where the camera lens fails to retract.
TV Output Issues
Troubleshooting steps for distorted or missing images when connected to a TV.
Shooting Problems
Solutions for common shooting errors like inability to shoot or display issues.
Image is blurred
Troubleshooting steps for blurred images due to focus or movement.
Subject is too dark
Solutions for underexposed images.
Subject is too bright (overexposed)
Solutions for overexposed images.
Image appears rough or grainy
Troubleshooting steps for images with noise or graininess.
Eyes appear red
Troubleshooting steps for red-eye effect in images.
Recording and Playback Issues
Solutions for slow recording, movie playback errors, or computer transfer problems.
List of Messages that Appear on the Screen
Explanations and solutions for various error messages displayed by the camera.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
Reference table showing function availability across different shooting modes.
Menus
Overview of the camera's Shooting, Set up, Playback, and Print menus.
Handling Precautions
Guidelines for safely handling and caring for the camera to prevent damage.
Specifications
Technical specifications of the camera and its components.
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