Page 1: Canon Inc
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Page 2: Shooting With The Camera
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally 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/...
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 manufacturing techniques.
Page 4 About This Guide Conventions Used in the Text Icons on the right end of title bars show the applicable operating modes. As in the example below, the procedure can be performed in (Auto), (Manual), (Manual/Stitch Assist) or (Movie) mode. Using the Self-timer : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.
Page 5 Thumb Index Preparing the Camera Basic Functions Shooting Playback Erasing Print Settings/Transferring Connecting the Camera to a Computer/TV My Camera Settings List of Messages Troubleshooting Appendix Photo Tips and Information...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read This First Please Read....................7 Safety Precautions..................8 Preventing Malfunctions................13 Components Guide ..........14 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack ............... 18 Installing the Battery Pack ...............
Page 7 Shooting Panoramic Images(Stitch Assist)..........69 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) ......72 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ..........74 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) ......... 75 Switching between Focusing Modes ............76 Switching between Light Metering Modes ......... 77 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ............
Page 8 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Connecting the Camera to a Computer ..........119 Computer System Requirements ............119 Downloading Images by Direct Transfer..........123 Connecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing Software ............... 125 Downloading Directly from an SD Card ..........126 Viewing Images on a TV set........
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: Safety Precautions
• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Page 11 There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes.
Page 12 • Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cable. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. • Do not handle the power cable if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock.
Page 13 • Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-3L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire or electrical shock. • Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging and when it is not in use to avoid fire and other hazards.
Page 14 Cautions • Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries.
Page 15: Preventing Malfunctions
Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces.
Page 16: Components Guide
Components Guide Front View Viewfinder Window (p. 38) AF-assist Beam (p. 41) Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 58) Self-timer Lamp (p. 64) Flash (p. 58) Microphone (p. 98) DIGITAL Terminal (p. 120) A/V Out (Audio/Video Out) Terminal (p. 127) Terminal Cover Lens Wrist Strap Mount Attaching the Wrist Strap...
Page 17: Back View
Please refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide. - PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) • PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied...
Page 18: Operation Panel
(Print/Share) button. • Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (separate from this guide) • Downloading images (Windows only): See p.118 of this guide and the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk (separate from this guide) The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection.
Page 19: Upper Indicator
Indicator The indicator lights or blinks when the ON/OFF button or shutter button is pressed. Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Recording to SD card / Reading SD card / Erasing from SD card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)
Page 20: Preparing The Camera
Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the camera or when the “Change the battery pack” message displays. Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Align the battery pack according to the arrows on the battery and the charger.
Page 21 • It takes approximately 95 minutes to fully charge the battery pack from a fully discharged state (based on Canon’s testing standard). Charging it within a temperature range of 5° to 40 °C (41° to 104 °F) is recommended.
Page 22 Do not allow any metal objects Fig. A Fig. B such as key rings to touch the terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the battery pack or store it during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover (Fig.
Page 23: Installing The Battery Pack
Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack NB-3L (supplied). Please recharge the battery pack (p. 18) before you use it for the first time. Slide the SD card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrows. Press the battery lock while inserting the battery pack all the way in until the lock clicks.
Page 24 • Do not turn off the power or open the SD card slot/battery cover while the upper indicator beside the viewfinder blinks green. The camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the SD card. • Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use. Please note, however, that the date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three weeks.
Page 25: Installing The Sd Card
Installing the SD Card Write Protect Tab The SD card has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existing data (e.g. images). When recording to, erasing from or formatting the SD card, slide the tab upward. Write Protect Tab Writing/Erasing possible Writing/Erasing impossible...
Page 26 Slide the SD card slot/battery cover closed. To remove the SD card Push in the SD card until you hear it click, then release it. • Since the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting data to or from the SD card when the upper indicator beside the viewfinder blinks green, never perform the following actions during this time.
Page 27 Precaution for Multi Media Cards This camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may use multi media cards (MMC) with this camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the use of multi media cards (MMC).
Page 28: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium date/time battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time. Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights.
Page 29 • Setting the date and time settings does not cause the date/time stamp to appear on images. For printing images with the date on them, refer to the Direct Print User Guide or Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk.
Page 30: Setting The Language
Setting the Language Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display. Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights. Power Lamp Press the MENU button. (Rec.) or (Play) menu is displayed. Use the button to select (Set up) menu.
Page 31 Use the , , button to select a language and press the SET button. Press the MENU button. The display will return to the Shooting or Playback screen. The Language menu can also be displayed in playback mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button. This function cannot be used while a movie clip is played back, or a separately sold printer is connected to the camera.
Page 32: Basic Functions
Basic Functions Turning the Power On Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. • The lens extends when the mode switch is Power Lamp set to • The lens retracts approximately 1 minute after setting the mode switch from •...
Page 33 Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. When this function is turned on and it activates, restore power by pressing the ON/OFF button. Shooting Mode: Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off].
Page 34: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menu settings and play back recorded images. Icons showing the camera’s status and setting contents appear on the LCD monitor. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light.
Page 35: Playback Mode
Playback Mode ( When the mode switch is set to , the LCD monitor will turn on. Press the DISP. button. The display mode changes as follows with each press. Standard Detailed No Information In Index playback mode (p. 91), the detailed display is not available.
Page 36: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor When shooting or playing back images, the shooting information or play back information appears on the LCD monitor. Shooting Mode When setting the flash, continuous mode, self-timer, macro mode, infinity mode, or the metering method, the shooting information displays on the LCD monitor for approximately 6 seconds even if the LCD monitor is set to [Standard (No Information)] or [Off].
Page 37 Low Battery (p. 22) Exposure Compensation (p. 78) Long Shutter Mode (p. 79) Quick Shot (p. 57) White Balance (p. 81) Metering Mode (p. 77) Shooting Method (p. 63, 64) ISO Speed (p. 85) Macro/Infinity (p. 60) Photo Effect (p. 84) Flash (p.
Page 38 Playback Mode (Standard Display) File Number Image Number Shooting Date Resolution (Still Images) (p. 55) Protection Status (p. 104) Movie (p. 93) WAVE Format Sound (p. 98) Compression (Still Images) (p. 55) Playback Mode (Detailed Display) Histogram Long Shutter Mode (p. 79) Shooting Mode (p.
Page 39: Histogram Function
The following information may also be displayed with some images. A sound file in a format other than the WAVE 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 40: Using The Viewfinder
Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by setting the LCD monitor to Off (p. 32) while shooting. Shows the center of the image View Finder Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image Usually the recorded image is wider than the image seen in the viewfinder.
Page 41: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm to 70 mm in 35 mm film equivalent terms. Telephoto/Wide Angle Press the zoom lever toward • Press the zoom lever toward to zoom in (telephoto). • Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out (wide angle).
Page 42: Pressing The Shutter Button
Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure and focus. Press the shutter button halfway. Indicator Status Upper Indicator • Green: Metering complete Indicator (two beeps sound) • Orange: Flash will fire •...
Page 43: Pressing Fully
Pressing Fully Pressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causes the shutter sound to sound. Press the shutter button fully. While the image is being recorded to the SD card, the upper indicator beside the viewfinder blinks green. Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.
Page 44: Selecting Menus And Settings
Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting and playback settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/Time and sounds. Menus are displayed by pressing the FUNC. or MENU button according to the circumstances. Use the LCD monitor to perform the following procedures. Selecting Menu Settings with the FUNC.
Page 45 FUNC. MENU Exposure Compensation (p. 78) Photo Effect (p. 84) (1) Long Shutter Mode (p. 79) ) Compression (p. 55) White Balance (p. 81) ) Resolution (p. 55) ISO Speed (p. 85) ) Resolution (Movie) (p. 55) ( ) Items in parentheses show default settings.
Page 46 Selecting Menu Settings with the MENU Button Set the mode switch to (Auto), (Manual), (Movie) or (Playback). Press the MENU button. In Shooting mode, the (Rec.) menu appears. In Playback mode, the (Play) menu appears. Use the button to select a menu.
Page 47: Play Menu
Shooting Mode Playback Mode Rec. Menu Play Menu (The menu will appear slightly different depending on the Shooting mode) Set up My Camera Menu • When the My camera menu is displayed, pressing the button returns to the Rec./Play menu. •...
Page 48: Menu Settings And Factory Defaults
Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options and default settings for each menu. * Default setting Rec. Menu Reference Menu Item Options Page Sets the Quick Shot option to on or off. Quick Shot • On p. 57 •...
Page 49: Set Up Menu
Play Menu Reference Menu Item Options Page Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 104 Rotates images clockwise 90° or 270° in the Rotate p. 97 display. Sound Memo Adds sound memos to images. p. 98 Deletes all images from an SD card Erase all p.
Page 50 Reference Menu Item Options Page Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound and playback sound. The volume Volume – cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. Off 1 2* 3 4 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when Start-up Vol.
Page 51 Reference Menu Item Options Page Date/Time Sets the date and time and the date format. p. 26 Format Formats (initializes) SD cards. p. 107 Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new SD cards are inserted. File No. Reset p.
Page 52: My Camera Menu
These are called the My Camera settings. You can also customize the options for each item with images recorded on the SD card and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software. See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for details. Reference Menu Item...
Page 53: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values You can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation. Press the ON/ OFF button until the power lamp lights green. Power Lamp Set the mode switch to any position. Press and hold the MENU button for more than 5 seconds.
Page 55: Shooting
Shooting Shooting in Auto Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. Set the mode switch to (Auto). Aim the camera at the subject. Use the zoom lever to achieve the desired composition (relative sub- ject size in the viewfinder) (p.
Page 56: Reviewing An Image Right After Shooting
Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting Right after a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for 2 seconds. In addition, the images will keep on displaying regardless of the review duration setting if one of the following operations is performed. •...
Page 57: Changing Resolution/Compression Settings
Changing Resolution/Compression Settings You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suit the purpose of the image you are about to shoot. Resolution Purpose • Print up to A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) prints 2048 x 1536 pixels Large (Large)
Page 58 In the FUNC. menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). * The current setting is displayed. Use the button to select an option. Compression (Excluding Movies) Select Resolution (Still Images) Select Resolution (Movies) Select You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.
Page 59: Quick Shots
Quick Shots You can reduce shutter lag time to capture those fleeting “photo opportunities”. • You cannot select the quick shot method for use with the viewfinder (LCD monitor must be on). • The LCD monitor display freezes while the camera is autofocusing. Press the DISP.
Page 60: Using The Flash
Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below. Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the light level. The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting Auto with level, and the red-eye reduction lamp fires each time Red-eye the main flash fires.
Page 61 • 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. • Since a slow shutter speed is selected in dark places when the flash is set to Off or Slow Synchro, take care to avoid blurring the image.
Page 62: Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots
Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 10 to 47 cm (3.9 in. to 1.5 ft.) from the lens tip when at wide- Macro angle end and in the range of 23 to 47 cm (9.1 in. to 1.5 ft.) when at the telephoto end setting.
Page 63 Image Area in Macro Mode When the zoom is set between the telephoto end and the wide-angle end, the distance from lens to subject is the same as when the zoom is set to the telephoto end. Distance from Lens to Image Area Subject Telephoto End...
Page 64: Using The Digital Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom When the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to approximately 2.6, 3.2, 4.0, 4.9 or 6.4x with the combined optical and digital zoom functions. Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. In the (Rec.) menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p.
Page 65: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. Recording ceases when the shutter button is released. Press the button to display To cancel continuous shooting Press the button twice to display • The interval between shots may lengthen slightly when the camera’s built-in memory fills.
Page 66: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-timer With this function, images are shot 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. This is useful when you want to take a memorable photo with everyone including yourself in the picture. The self-timer can be used in any shooting mode.
Page 67 Changing the Self-timer Countdown Time In the (Rec.) menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). Use the button to select and press the MENU button. • The display will return to the Shooting screen. • When is selected, the self-timer sounds and the blinking gets faster 2 seconds before the shutter activates.
Page 68: Shooting In Manual Mode
Shooting in Manual Mode In this mode, you can change various settings and shoot as you wish. Set the mode switch to (Manual). Change the settings. See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160). Shoot (p. 40). If the subject is difficult to focus on when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the beep will sound one time and the lower indicator beside the viewfinder will blink...
Page 69: Shooting A Movie
30 sec. ), 3 min. ( ) or 3 min. ( (according to Canon’s standardized tests). Recording time vary by the SD card. See SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 146). • The maximum length of movies may vary with the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 70 • QuickTime 3.0 or later is required to play back movie files (AVI/ Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime (for Windows) is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, this program is generally bundled with Mac OS 8.5 or later...
Page 71: Shooting Panoramic Images(Stitch Assist)
Shooting Panoramic Images(Stitch Assist) Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.
Page 72 Shooting Images can be shot in two sequences in Stitch Assist. Left to right horizontally Right to left horizontally In the (Rec.) menu, select and press the SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). Use the button to select the sequence direction and press the SET button.
Page 73 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • Use the button to check or retake the recorded images. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. Repeat the procedure for additional images.
Page 74: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Use the focus lock or AF lock in these situations. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition •...
Page 75 Press the shutter button halfway (two beeps will sound) and press button. • The focal distance to the object is locked. • The icon will display and the lower indicator beside the viewfinder will light yellow. Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot.
Page 76: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) 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 .
Page 77: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set for a particular portion of your subject. Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. Press the button to set the flash Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash...
Page 78: Switching Between Focusing Modes
Press the button. The FE lock may be released by pressing the zoom lever, MENU button or button, or by changing the white balance, ISO speed, photo effect or the shooting mode, or by turning the LCD monitor off. Switching between Focusing Modes Although the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting (9 AF frames), you can set it to the center AF frame.
Page 79: 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 into several zones for light metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the Evaluative brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main...
Page 80: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation
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. In the FUNC. menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p.
Page 81: 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 See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). Use the button to select [On] and press the MENU button. The display will return to the Shooting screen.
Page 82 Press the FUNC. button. The display will return to the Shooting screen. To cancel the long shutter mode While [Long Shutter] is displayed in the FUNC. menu, press the SET button. The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds.
Page 83: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. The camera sets the white balance automatically according Auto to shooting conditions. Daylight For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies.
Page 84: Setting A Custom White Balance
Press the FUNC. button. The display will return to the Shooting screen. This setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or (B/W) photo effects are selected. 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 85 Aim the camera at the white paper, cloth or gray card and press the SET button. • Aim the camera so that the white paper, cloth or gray card completely fills the frame on the LCD monitor or the entire viewfinder before pressing the SET button.
Page 86: Changing The Photo Effect
Changing the Photo Effect By setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. Photo Effect Off Records with no effect. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record Neutral neutral hues.
Page 87: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Adjusting the ISO Speed Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce camera shake or turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area, or use a fast shutter speed. In the FUNC. menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). * The current setting is displayed.
Page 88: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct viewing orientation in the display. You can set this function on/off.
Page 89: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned a file number. You can set whether or not the file numbers of a new SD card consecutively follow the file numbers on the previous SD card. The file number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new card is inserted.
Page 90 About File Numbers and Folder Numbers Images are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits). Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits Folder File Capacity Each folder usually contains up to 100 images.
Page 91: Playback
Playback Displaying Images Individually Set the mode switch to (Playback). The last recorded image will appear in the display (single image playback). Use the button to move between the images. Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move the next image.
Page 92: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images Press the zoom lever toward • Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times in single image playback. • Hold the SET button down and press the zoom lever toward to cycle through each setting, from approximately 2.5 times, to approximately 5 and 10 times.
Page 93: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. Selected Image Movie Use the , , button to change the image selection. To return to single image playback Press the zoom lever toward...
Page 94: Switching Between Sets Of Nine Images
Switching between Sets of Nine Images Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback. The jump bar will display. Jump Bar Use the button to move to the previous set or the next set. Hold the SET button down and press the button to jump to the first or last set.
Page 95: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies You can playback movie clips shot in mode. Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. Use the button to select a movie. Images with a icon are movies. Press the SET button. • The movie control panel will display. •...
Page 96: Operating The Movie Control Panel
Pausing and Resuming Play Press the SET button during playback. The movie playback pauses. Press it again to resume. Operating the movie control panel Select a movie and press the SET button (p. 93). The movie control panel will display. Use the button to select one of the following and press the...
Page 97: Editing Movies
Editing Movies Selecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwanted portions at the start or end of a movie clip. Protected movies and movies less than 1 second in duration cannot be edited. Use the button to select a movie and press the SET button.
Page 98 Use the button to select (Play) and press the SET button. • A preview of the temporarily edited movie clip plays. • To stop it, press the SET button again. Use the button to select (Save) and press the SET button. Selecting (Exit) cancels the edits and returns to the movie control panel display.
Page 99: Rotating Images In The Display
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. 0° (Original) 90° 270° In the (Play) menu, select and press the SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). Use the button to select the image to be rotated and press the SET button.
Page 100: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback, index playback, and magnifying playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in WAVE format. In the (Play) menu, select and press the SET button.
Page 101: Playing/Erasing Sound Memos
Playing/Erasing Sound Memos Display an image with a sound memo attached (p. 98) and press the SET button. • Images with sound memos attached have icons displayed on them. • The sound memo control panel will display. Use the button to select (Play) or (Erase) and press the SET button.
Page 102: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Starting a Slide Show A selection of images or all the images on an SD card can be displayed one- by-one in an automated slide show. Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 110). All Images Plays all images on the SD card in order.
Page 103: Selecting Images For Slide Shows
Press the MENU button. The display will return to the Play menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the Playback screen. • Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of the time set in the slide show settings. •...
Page 104 Display the Slide Show menu. See Starting a Slide Show (p. 100). Use the button to select [Program] and the button to select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3]. A white checkmark will appear beside a show already containing images. Use the button and the button to choose [Select] and...
Page 105: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
• The display interval may vary slightly from the set time for some images when played. • Slide shows are easy to arrange on a computer with the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser). See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk.
Page 106: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. In the (Play) menu, select and press the SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). Use the button to select an image to protect and press the SET button.
Page 107: Erasing
Erasing Erasing Single Images You can erase images you do not need or are not satisfied with one by one. • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. Set the mode switch to (Playback).
Page 108: Erasing All Images
Erasing All Images You can erase all the images saved on the SD card. • 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 and press the SET button.
Page 109: Formatting Sd Cards
• When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted SD card might be the cause. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand SD card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • SD cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
Page 110: Printing
(SD card) to a photo developing center This camera complies with the PictBridge standard, which allows you to print with non- Canon PictBridge compliant printers as well. Digital Print Order Format This guide explains DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera.
Page 111 Please refer to the System Map supplied with your camera for direct print compatible printer (CP series or Bubble Jet printers) information. Direct Print Compatible Printing Connect the camera to the printer Set various print settings (except DPOF print settings) Print For details, see the Direct Print User Guide (separate from this guide).
Page 112: Setting The Dpof Print Settings
Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on an SD 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 that supports DPOF, or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer.
Page 113 Single Images Select images for printing. As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings (p. 113). Number of Print Copies (Standard)/ (Both) Use the button to select an image and the button to select the number of print copies (up to maximum of 99).
Page 114 Use the button to select [Mark all] and press the SET button. • One copy is set to print for each image. • When the print type is set to (Standard) or (Both), the number of print copies can be set individually for each image.
Page 115: Setting The Print Style
Setting the Print Style Set the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. Standard Prints one image per page. Prints the selected images together at a Index Print Type reduced size in an index format. Prints the images in both the standard and Both index formats.
Page 116 Use the button to select and the button to select an option. (Print Type) Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both]. (Date) Select [On] or [Off]. (File No.) Select [On] or [Off]. Press the MENU button. The Print Order menu will reappear. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the Play menu.
Page 117 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. In the (Play) menu, select and press the SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). Use the button to select [Reset] and press the SET button.
Page 118: Image Transmission Settings (Dpof Transfer Order)
Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. You cannot use this function to transfer several images at once on Mac OS X computers.
Page 119 Use the button to move between images and the button to select and deselect them. Selected for Transfer • A checkmark displays on selected images. • You can press the zoom lever toward to switch to the index mode (3 images) and use the same procedures to select images.
Page 120: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
OS X With this method, you download images using computer commands after you have installed the appropriate software. See Connecting the Camera to a Computer (p. 119), and the separate Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk. Windows Windows Windows...
Page 121: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
- ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more (Including the PhotoRecord printing program) - PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more • Canon Camera TWAIN Driver: 25 MB or more • Canon Camera WIA Driver: 25 MB or more Display 800 x 600 pixels/ High Color (16 bit) or better is required...
Page 122 Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (first time only). Please see the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for the installation procedures. Use the supplied interface cable to connect the com- puter’s USB port to the camera’s DIGITAL terminal.
Page 123 • Windows: Proceed to steps 5 and 6 below. • Macintosh: Refer to the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk and download images. Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the event dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only).
Page 124 The Download Image window will display. • Using the software and computer to download images: See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk. • Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function) See Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (next page).
Page 125: Downloading Images By Direct Transfer
Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the supplied software and adjust the computer settings before using this method for the first time (p. 120). Transfers and saves all images to the computer. All Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the New Images...
Page 126 Select & Transfer/Wallpaper Use the button to select , and press the button (or SET button). Use the button to select images to download and press the button (or SET button). The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress.
Page 127: Connecting The Camera To The Computer To Download Images Without Installing Software
If you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1/v10.2), you can use the software distributed with these operating systems to download images (JPEG format only) without installing the software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the software is not installed.
Page 128: Downloading Directly From An Sd Card
Downloading Directly from an SD Card Eject the SD card from the camera and insert it into an SD card reader connected to the computer. Refer to your card adapter’s or card reader’s manual for information regarding the connection between the computer and card adapter or card reader.
Page 129: Viewing Images On A Tv Set
Viewing Images on a TV set Viewing Images on a TV set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable AVC-DC300. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera off.
Page 130 Press the ON/OFF button. • The image will appear on the TV. Shoot or play back images as usual. • If the images are not appearing on the TV Power Lamp when shooting, press the DISP. button. • A TV set cannot be used in stitch assist. •...
Page 131: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer sounds. Each menu item has three choices. Example: Start-up Image option features science fiction related images and sounds. The option features animals.
Page 132 Press the MENU button. • The menu will close. • In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway. • If you select (Theme) in Step 2, you can select a consistent theme for each of the My Camera settings. •...
Page 133: Registering My Camera Settings
Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the SD card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera.
Page 134 Select an image or record a sound. Start-up Image Use the button to select the image you wish to register and press the SET button. Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds • Use the button to select (Record) and press the SET button. Recording will start and automatically stop when the time is exceeded.
Page 135 In these ways you can customize your camera by creating and adding new My Camera settings. See the supplied Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for more information on creating and adding to the My Camera files.
Page 136: List Of Messages
List of Messages List of Messages List of Messages during Shooting/Playback The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy...
Page 137 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. Check image...
Page 138: Troubleshooting
(See Formatting SD Cards (p. 107).) • If reformatting does not work, the SD card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. The SD card is • Slide the write protect tab of the write-protected.
Page 139 Problem Cause Solution Cannot play back File name was • Set the file name or location on changed with a the file format/structure of the computer or file camera. location was changed See About File Numbers and Folder Numbers (p. 88). Lens will not retract SD card slot/battery •...
Page 140 Problem Cause Solution Image is blurred or Subject is out of • Ensure there is at least 47 cm out of focus focal range (1.5 ft.) between the camera lens and subject. • Use the Macro mode to shoot close- ups between 23 and 47 cm (9.1 in.
Page 141 Problem Cause Solution A bar of light (red, Subject is too bright • This is a normal occurrence in purple) appears on devices containing CCDs and the LCD monitor does not constitute a malfunction. (This bar of light will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies.) White dots appear...
Page 142: Appendix
Appendix Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK900 (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 143: 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 144: Specifications
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. DIGITAL IXUS IIs (W): wide angle (T): telephoto Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 3.2 million Image Sensor 1/2.7-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 3.3 million) Lens 5.4 (W) –...
Page 145 Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor), Sound memos (up to 60 sec.) or Slide show. Direct Print Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible, and PictBridge compliant Display Languages 12 languages available for menus and messages...
Page 146 My Camera Settings The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter sound, operation sound and self-timer sound can be customized using the following methods: 1. Using the images and sounds recorded on a camera. 2.Using the downloaded data from your computer using the supplied software. Interface USB (mini-B, PTP [Picture Transfer Protocol]), Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,...
Page 147: Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity Battery Pack NB-3L (fully charged) LCD monitor on Approx. 210 images Number of recordable images LCD monitor off Approx. 550 images Playback Time Approx. 180 minutes * Excludes movie data. * At low operating temperatures, battery pack performance may be reduced and the low battery icon may appear earlier than usual.
Page 148 SD Cards and Estimated Capacities : With card included with the camera SDC-16M SDC-128M (2048 x 1536 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (1024 x 768 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) 1117 (640 x 480 pixels) 13 seconds 123 seconds Movie (320 x 240 pixels) 40 seconds 355 seconds...
Page 149: Sd Memory Card
Image File Sizes (Estimated) Compression Resolution (2048 x 1536 pixels) 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB (1600 x 1200 pixels) 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB (1024 x 768 pixels) 570 KB 320 KB 170 KB (640 x 480 pixels) 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB...
Page 150 Battery Pack NB-3L Type : Rechargeable Lithium Ion Cell Nominal Voltage : 3.7 V Typical Capacity : 790 mAh Cycle Life : Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures : 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) Dimensions : 32.0 x 44.8 x 9.0 mm (1.3 x 1.8 x 0.4 in.) Weight : Approx.
Page 151: Photo Tips And Information
Photo Tips and Information Tip for Using the Self-timer (p.64) Normally the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release for 2 seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a stable surface or by using a tripod to shoot.
Page 152: Iso Speed
ISO Speed (p.85) The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the sensitivity. A high ISO speed allows you to shoot images in dark indoor or outdoor conditions without a flash and also helps prevent blurred images due to camera shake.
Page 153: Index
Index AC Adapter Kit ACK900 ... 140 Erasing ........105 AE Lock ........74 All Images......106 AF Frame ......35, 40 Single Images....105 AF Lock ........72 Exposure ........78 AF-assist Beam......41 AiAF........38, 76 FE Lock ........75 Auto Play (Slide Show)....
Page 154 Rec. Menu......46 Rotate ........97 Resetting Settings to Their Default Values ...... 51 SD Card ........23 Selecting Menus and Settings .. 42 Formatting ......107 Set up Menu......47 Handling....... 25 Messages Installing ......23 List of Messages during Self-Timer........
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Page 160 • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice. • No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.
Page 162: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
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. Reference Function Stitch Page Auto Manual Movie Assist –...
Page 163 Reference Function Stitch Page Auto Manual Movie Assist Digital Zoom – – p. 62 Exposure Compensation – p. 78 – – – Evaluative Light Center-Weighted Metering – – – p. 77 Average Method – – – Spot Long Shutter – –...

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