Page 1 Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer • This guide covers both the PowerShot S30 and PowerShot S40 digital cameras. • Please start by reading the Precaution on the reverse side of this cover. • Please see the User Guide that accompanies each printer.
Page 2: Trademark Acknowledgements
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon Inc. reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Read this First ................4 Quick Start .................. 8 Components Guide ..............10 Front View ................... 10 Back / Bottom View ..............11 Controls ..................12 Shooting Mode Dial ..............13 Operating the Multicotroller ............14 Preparing the Camera .............. 15 Charging the Battery Pack .............
Page 4 Self-Timer ................58 Continuous Mode ..............59 Digital Zoom ................60 Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects ........61 Changing the Resolution and Compression ........61 Changing the File Format .............. 64 Program AE ................. 65 Setting the Shutter Speed ............. 66 Setting the Aperture ............
Page 5 Printing with a Direct Print Compatible Printer (Optional) ... 112 Connecting a Direct Print Compatible Printer to the Camera ..112 Printing ..................114 Printing with DPOF Print Settings ..........119 Printing with the Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printer (Optional) ................
Page 6: Read This First
Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated 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 CompactFlash™...
Page 7 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. • To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged.
Page 8 • Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the electrical outlet and the surround area. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.
Page 9: Preventing Malfunctions
• Always keep the terminals of the battery charger clean. Do not place metal objects on top of the terminals. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. 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.
Page 10: Quick Start
Quick Start Charge the Battery (p. 15). Charge the battery using the supplied battery charger. The charging is complete when the charging indicator turns from orange to green. • Please note that the battery charger shape varies between regions. Charging indicator Install the Battery (p.
Page 11 Focus (p. 34). Aim the camera and lightly press the shutter button halfway. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. Shoot (p. 34). Press the shutter button all the way. You will hear the sound of the shutter close when the shot is complete.
Page 12: Components Guide
Components Guide Front View Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 36) Shooting Mode Dial AF-Auxiliary Light Emitter Shutter button (p. 34) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 47) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 58) Zoom Lever (p. 37, 39) Microphone Lens Cover Flash (p. 47) (p. 27) Speaker (Audio/Video Out) Terminal...
Page 13: Back / Bottom View
Back / Bottom View Strap Eyelet (p. 26) Viewfinder (p. 36) DC Coupler Cable Cover (p. 19) CF Card Slot/Battery Cover (p. 17, 21) Tripod Socket • The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment.
Page 14: Controls
Controls (Exposure) / (White Balance) / Power/Mode Indicator (p. 27) (AEB) / (Flash Exposure Compensation) Button (p. 73, 74, 77, 78) Power/Replay Lever (p. 27, 29) (Flash) / (Index) Button (p. 47, 94) (Macro) / Multicontroller (p. 14, 71) (Jump) Button (p.
Page 15: Shooting Mode Dial
Shooting Mode Dial Use the shooting mode dial to switch between the shooting modes. • : Auto (p. 44) The camera automatically selects settings. Auto • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 49) : Landscape (p.
Page 16: Operating The Multicontroller
Operating the Multicontroller The multicontroller is used to select choices, images and menus on the LCD monitor and confirm the selection. Moving the cursor on the LCD monitor up and down. Use C or D to select a menu item on the LCD monitor.
Page 17: Preparing The Camera
It can be recharged at any time. • It takes approximately 80 minutes to bring a fully discharged battery pack to full charge (based on standard Canon testing criteria). Charge it within a temperature range of 5 to 40º C (32 to 104º F).
Page 18 Charging the Battery Pack (continued) Battery Pack Handling Precautions Keep the battery pack and camera terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty • terminals may cause a 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. Do not cover the battery charger with anything, such as a tablecloth, cushion or •...
Page 19: Installing The Battery Pack
Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack NB-2L (supplied) into the camera as follows. Use a household power source to power the camera for extended periods (p. 19). Turn off the camera (p. 27, 29). • Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. Slide the CF card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the cover.
Page 20 Approx. 420 images PowerShot S40 Approx. 150 minutes The data above reflects standard Canon testing conditions. The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. * Movie data is excluded. * At low temperatures, the battery pack performance may diminish and the low battery icon appear very rapidly.
Page 21: Using A Household Power Source
Using a Household Power Source You are advised to use AC Adapter Kit ACK700* (optional) for long periods of use and when connecting to a computer or printer. * Consists of Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700, DC Coupler DR-700 and a power cord. Attach the power cord to the compact Connect to Power Supply...
Page 22 Using a Household Power Source (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Always turn the camera’s power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.
Page 23: Installing A Cf Card
Installing a CF Card Turn off the camera (p. 27, 29). • Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. Slide the CF card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. Insert the CF card with the label facing out and the arrow pointing in.
Page 24 457 sec 916 sec 1834 sec • These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual totals may vary according to the subject, shooting conditions and shooting mode. • The following are the approximate maximum recording times for movie clips: : 30 seconds, : 120 seconds.
Page 25 CF Card Handling Precautions CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend, force, or subject • them to shocks or vibration. Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card. • Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes may cause condensation •...
Page 26: Setting The Date / Time
Setting the Date / 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 5 to set the date and time. Turn on the camera (p.
Page 27: Setting The Language
Setting the Language Turn on the camera (p. 27). Press the button. • The (Rec.) or (Play) menu appears. (Rec.) Menu. Select the (Set up) menu using A on the multicontroller. • Pressing the button also switches between menus. Select [Language] using C or D on the multicontroller and press Select a language using B or A on the multicontroller.
Page 28: Attaching The Strap
Attaching the Strap Thread the small loop of the wrist strap through the strap holder on the camera and pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ •...
Page 29: Basic Functions
Basic Functions Turning the Power On / Off The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. The power/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as follows. Orange: Shooting mode Green: Replaying mode/Printer connection mode* Yellow: Computer connection mode* Off: The power of the camera is off.
Page 30: Power Save Function
Turning the Power On / Off (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • You will hear a startup sound and see the startup image when the power comes on.
Page 31: Switching Between Shooting And Replaying
Switching between Shooting and Replaying You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Replaying mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or deleting an image immediately after it is shot. 2 Shooting Mode Slide the power/replay lever to the right (p. 27). •...
Page 32: Switching The Lcd Monitor Display Mode
Switching the LCD Monitor Display Mode The LCD monitor can be used to confirm an image during shooting, to replay recorded images or to adjust menu settings. Pressing the button switches the LCD monitor display mode. 2 Shooting Mode • Pressing the button cycles the LCD monitor to the next mode each time the button is pressed.
Page 33: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor
85, 86 Manual Focus (PowerShot S30) x3.8 x4.8 x6.0 x7.4 x10 p. 60 Digital Zoom Setting (PowerShot S40) x4.3 x5.3 x6.7 x8.2 x11 p. 30 Camera Shake Warning p. 18 Low Battery • The icons in the shaded boxes above appear even when the information view is turned off.
Page 34: Aperture Setting
Switching the LCD Monitor Display Mode (continued) 2 Replaying Mode In simple display mode, the following information File Number appears. p. 61 Compression Settings Resolution Settings p. 61 L M1 M2 S p. 64 File Format Sound annotation (wav file) p.
Page 35: About The Histogram
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ About the Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the recorded image.
Page 36: Pressing The Shutter Button
Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. G Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance. • The indicators shine or flash as follows. Green: Metering complete (two beeps • sound) Orange: Flash will fire •...
Page 37 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If the orange or yellow indicator flashes while you press halfway, you can still press fully to take the shot. •...
Page 38: Using The Optical Viewfinder To Shoot
Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot The camera is equipped with an optical viewfinder. • Align the square brackets (autofocus metering field) inside the viewfinder on the primary subject to compose the image. • The viewfinder has a field of vision of approximately 82% of the actual shooting image.
Page 39: Adjusting The Zoom (Focal Length)
• An image already zoomed with the optical zoom lens can be further zoomed digitally up to an approximate factor of 10 for PowerShot S30, and 11 for PowerShot S40, for shooting (p. 60). e.g. PowerShot S40 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
Page 40: Selecting Menus And Settings
Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting, replaying, date / time and electronic sound settings. Watch the LCD monitor while performing the following procedures. Press the button. • In Shooting mode, the [ (Rec.)] menu appears. In Replaying mode, the (Play)] menu appears.
Page 41: Menu Settings And Factory Defaults
M2 1024 x 768 / S 640 x 480 Resolution p. 61 (Still picture) 2272 x 1704 / M1 1600 x 1200 / PowerShot S40 M2 1024 x 768 / S 640 x 480 320 x 240* / 160 x 120 p. 61...
Page 42 Selecting Menus and Settings (continued) Reference Available Settings Menu Item Page On* / Off Beep p. 137 Normal / Bright* p. 137 LCD Brightness Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 Speaker Vol. p. 137 Auto Power Down On* / Off p.
Page 43: 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. e.g. Start-up image Default camera theme Science fiction theme Animal (bird or dog) theme Changing My Camera Settings Turn on the camera (p.
Page 44 Changing My Camera Settings (continued) Select setting content using B or A on the multicontroller. Press the button. • Pressing the button closes the menu and makes the settings take effect. • In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway.
Page 45: Customizing My Camera Settings
Customizing My Camera Settings You can customize the contents of menu [ ] and [ ] using the supplied software and storing these to your camera. File format of My Camera Settings G Start-up Image Recording image format JPEG (Base line JPEG) •...
Page 46: Shooting - Letting The Camera Select Settings
Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Auto Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. Check that the camera is in Shooting mode (p. 27). Turn the shooting mode dial to Aim the camera at the subject.
Page 47 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • You can change the following settings. (Large)* / (Medium 1) / (Medium 2) / (Small) Resolution Compression (Superfine) / (Fine) / (Normal)
Page 48: Checking An Image Right After Shooting
Checking an Image Right after Shooting Checking the Image After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD monitor for two seconds. There are two ways to display the image for longer. 2Keeping the Shutter Button Pressed The image continues to appear on the LCD monitor as long as you keep the shutter button fully depressed.
Page 49: Using The Flash
Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below. The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level, and the Red-eye reduction, Auto red-eye reduction lamp fires each time the main flash fires Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level. Red-eye reduction, Flash on The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash always fire.
Page 50 Using the Flash (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When shooting with a high ISO sensitivitiy and using the built-in flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the closer you are to the subject.
Page 51: Portrait Mode
Portrait Mode Use this mode when you want the subject to appear sharp and the background to blur. Turn the shooting mode dial to . • Shooting procedures are the same as for the Auto Mode (p. 44). ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ •...
Page 52: Night Scene Mode
Night Scene Mode Use this mode to capture human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The people are illuminated with light from the flash while the backdrop is captured at a slow shutter speed so that both appear correctly exposed. Turn the shooting mode dial to •...
Page 53: Slow Shutter
Slow Shutter Use this mode to shoot moving objects to make them appear blurred such as river rapids. Turn the shooting mode dial to • Shooting procedures are the same as for the Auto mode (p. 44). ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ •...
Page 54: Changing The Color Effect
Changing the Color Effect You can shoot with different color effects. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record in bold color. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Sepia Records in sepia tones. Records in black and white.
Page 55: Stitch Assist Mode
Stitch Assist Mode Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping frames for merging (stitching) into a large panoramic image using a computer. Horizontal Vertical 2 x 2 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ •...
Page 56 Stitch Assist Mode (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment to within 10% of the image height.
Page 57 Shoot the first image. • The exposure and white balance settings are set and locked with the first image. Compose and shoot the second image so that it overlaps the first. • Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be corrected with the software.
Page 58: Movie Mode
(160 × 120) setting. The clip will end automatically after this time elapses or when the CF card becomes full. * The data reflects standard Canon testing conditions. The actual figures will vary according to the shooting objects and conditions.
Page 59: Macro Mode
Macro Mode Use the macro mode to shoot close-ups of subjects in the range of 10 to 80 cm (3.9 in. to 2.7 ft.) at maximum wide angle and 30 to 80 cm (1.0 ft. to 2.7 ft.) at maximum telephoto. Press the button to turn the LCD monitor on.
Page 60: Self-Timer
Self-Timer You can take pictures with the self-timer in any shooting mode. In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Drive Mode]. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). Select [ ] or [ ], then press the button. • When [ ] is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for 10 seconds, and when [ ] is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for 2 seconds,...
Page 61: Continuous Mode
When [ ] is selected: Approx. 1.5 frames per second When [ ] is selected: Approx. 2.5 frames per second * Large/Fine, LCD monitor off mode. (These figures reflect standard Canon testing conditions. The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.) ○...
Page 62: Digital Zoom
With the combined optical and digital zoom functions, images can be zoomed as follows. PowerShot S30: 3.8 times, 4.8 times, 6.0 times, 7.4 times, and 10 times PowerShot S40: 4.3 times, 5.3 times, 6.7 times, 8.2 times, and 11 times Press the button to turn the LCD monitor on.
Page 63: Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects
2048 x 1536 pixels 2272 x 1704 pixels 160 x 120 pixels M1 (Medium 1) 1600 x 1200 pixels • Common to PowerShot S30 and PowerShot S40 M2 (Medium 2) 1024 x 768 pixels S (Small) 640 x 480 pixels Compression (excluding...
Page 64 Unit : KB / sec. Unit : KB / sec. * This figure reflects standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. * Please see the list of CF cards and their approximate capacities (p. 22).
Page 65 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • In mode, the resolution can be set for the first frame only. • The resolution and compression settings are affected by the shooting mode selection as follows (only the resolution in mode).
Page 66: Changing The File Format
(white balance, contrast, sharpness and saturation) making it possible to maintain the image quality while making changes. The resolution (PowerShot S30: 2048 x 1536, PowerShot S40: 2272 x 1704) and compression settings cannot be adjusted for these images.
Page 67: Program Ae
Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture settings to match the brightness of the scene. Turn the shooting mode dial to . Shoot the image. • The shutter speed and aperture settings will be set automatically.
Page 68: Setting The Shutter Speed
Setting the Shutter Speed When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects an aperture setting to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.
Page 69 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears in the center of the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before shooting.
Page 70: Setting The Aperture
Setting the Aperture When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to fade the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus.
Page 71 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If the shutter speed shows in red on the LCD monitor, the image is under- or overexposed (insufficient light). Adjust the aperture value using B or A on the multicontroller until the shutter speed display turns white.
Page 72: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. This is convenient for shooting fireworks and other images where it is difficult to set the correct exposure automatically. Turn the shooting mode dial to •...
Page 73: Selecting An Af Frame
Selecting an AF Frame The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following way. The camera automatically selects the AF frame to focus according to Auto Selection (AiAF) the shooting conditions.
Page 74 Selecting an AF Frame (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If any particular AF frame is selected, it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to check the AF frame while shooting.
Page 75: 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. Press the button once. • The icon and exposure compensation bar will appear on the LCD monitor if it is on. Select a setting using B or A on the multicontroller.
Page 76: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera can reproduce colors more accurately. Set the white balance mode to a natural or artificial light setting according to the circumstances. Settings are automatically set by the camera Auto Daylight For recording outdoors on a bright day...
Page 77: Setting A Custom White Balance
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 a subject such as a white piece of paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card. Press the button twice.
Page 78 Setting the White Balance (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To set and use a custom white balance setting, it is advisable to select the shooting mode and set the exposure compensation and flash exposure compensation to zero (±0).
Page 79: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Mode)
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3EV steps within the range of -2EV to +2EV of the standard exposure setting. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings (p.
Page 80: Adjusting The Flash Output (Flash Exposure Compensation)
Adjusting the Flash Output (Flash Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the flash output for flash photography. Press the button four times. • The icon and the flash exposure compensation bar appears on the LCD monitor. Expand or contract the range using B or A on the multicontroller.
Page 81: 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. For an explanation of how different combinations of light metering options and a selected AF frame affect where the AE lock is metered, see page 80.
Page 82 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The AE lock function cannot be used when the optical viewfinder is used to shoot. ○...
Page 83: 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. For an explanation of how different combinations of light metering options and a selected AF frame affect where the FE lock is metered, see page 80.
Page 84: Switching Between Light Metering Modes
Switching between Light Metering Modes Center-weighted averaging is the default light metering mode. This can be switched to spot light metering. Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering. The camera Evaluative evaluates the complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, Light Metering...
Page 85 Select the [Center] or [AF Point] option, then press the button. • When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center], the spot AE point frame appears at the center of the LCD monitor, and when [Spot AE Point] is set to [AF Point], it appears inside the selected AF frame.
Page 86: Shooting Problem Subjects For The Autofocus
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects. Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Subjects mixing close and far objects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition •...
Page 87 Focus Lock Method 2 Press the button to turn on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Keep it pressed and press the button. • The icon appears on the LCD monitor. • The focus setting will lock even if the shutter button and the button are released.
Page 88: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus (continued) Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. Press the button to turn on the LCD monitor. Press and hold the button, then use C or D on the multicontroller. •...
Page 89: Manually Setting Image Characteristics
Manually Setting Image Characteristics The ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation settings can be adjusted for shooting. In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select one of the above items. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). Select a value for the item and press the button.
Page 90 Manually Setting Image Characteristics (continued) Shoot the image. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • These functions can only be selected in the , shooting modes.
Page 91: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Numbers You can select the way file numbers are assigned. The file numbers are 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 image to be shot is memorized so that images recorded to a new CF card start from the next number.
Page 92: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode This chart shows the functions available in each shooting mode. Reference Page Red-Eye Reduction, Auto – – – – – Auto – – – – – Flash Red-Eye Reducti o n, Fl a sh On p.
Page 93 Reference Page p. 87 ISO Speed – – – – – – – – – – Digital Zoom p. 60 – – Contrast – – – – – – – – – Sharpness p. 87 – – – – – –...
Page 94: Replaying
Replaying Viewing Images Singly (Single Image Replay) You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor. Slide the power/replay lever to the right. • The last recorded image appears (Single Image Replay). Move between images using B or A on the multicontroller.
Page 95: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images In single image replay, the displayed image can be shown magnified by an approximate factor of 2.5 or 5 for PowerShot S30 and 3 or 6 for PowerShot S40. Slide the power/replay lever to the right. Slide the zoom lever toward...
Page 96: Viewing Nine Images At A Time (Index Replay)
Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index Replay) Up to nine images can be viewed at once in Index Replay. Slide the power/replay lever to the right. Press the button. • Nine images appear at once (Index Replay). Movie Frame Selected Image Change the image selection using B, A, C or D on the multicontroller.
Page 97: Jumping Between Images
Jumping Between Images The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in either single image replay or index replay. Press the button while in single replay (p. 92) or index replay (p. 94). • The jump bar appears. The displayed image(s) change.
Page 98: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies You can replay the images shot in mode. Slide the power/replay lever to the right. • Movies cannot be viewed in index replay. Display an image shot in mode using B or A on the multicontroller. • A movie displays with the instruction on it.
Page 99: Rotating Images In The Display
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated 90º and 270º clockwise on the LCD monitor. Original 90º 270º In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Rotate] and press • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). Select an image you want to rotate using B or A on the multicontroller and press •...
Page 100: Attaching Sound Annotations To Images
Attaching Sound Annotations to Images In replay mode (including single replay, index replay, magnifying replay and the replay immediately after shooting in Shooting mode) you can attach sound annotations (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in WAVE format. Press the button while replaying images.
Page 101: Automated Playback (Slide Show)
Automated Playback (Slide Show) Starting a Slide Show All images, or a selection of images, can be displayed one-by-one in an automated slide show. All Images Plays all the images on the CF card in order Slide Show 1 - 3 Plays the images selected for each show in order (p.
Page 102: Selecting Images For Slide Shows
Automated Playback (Slide Show) (continued) Selecting Images for Slide Shows You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3. Up to 100 images may be marked per slide show. Images display in the order of their selection. Display the slide show menu (p. 99). Select [Program] using C on the multicontroller.
Page 103: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
Press the button. • The image selection screen will close. 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 itself continuously. Sets the duration that each image in a slide show is displayed. The options are any one Play Time of 3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual.
Page 104 Automated Playback (Slide Show) (continued) Press the button. • The set up menu closes. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The display interval may vary somewhat for some images. •...
Page 105: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure. In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Protect] and press • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). Select an image you want to protect using B or A on the multicontroller and press •...
Page 106: Erasing
Erasing Erasing Images Singly ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. Set the camera to the replay mode (p.
Page 107: Erasing All Images
Erasing All Images ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Erase all] and press...
Page 108: Formatting A Cf Card
• If the camera does not work properly, the inserted CF card may be malfunctioning. Formatting 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 another camera, computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly.
Page 109: Print Settings (Dpof Print Settings)
Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) Images on a CF card can be individually selected for printing in a specified number of copies. You can also select the print type and whether or not to print the date and file number. These settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards so that images can be printed on DPOF-compliant digital printers or at participating photo labs.
Page 110 Selecting Images for Printing (continued) Select images for printing. Number of Copies Single Images • When the print type (p. 99) is set to [Standard] or [Both], select an image using B or A on the multicontroller. You can set the number of copies (up to 99) to be printed using C or D on the multicontroller.
Page 111: Setting The Print Style
Setting the Print Style The following print settings can be selected. Prints one image per page Standard Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format Print Type Index Prints the images in both the standard and index formats Both Adds the date to the print Date...
Page 112 Setting the Print Style (continued) File No. • Select [On] or [Off]. Press the button. • The set up menu will close and the Print Order menu will reappear. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ •...
Page 113: Resetting The Print Settings
Resetting the Print Settings The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type is reset to [Standard] and the date and file number options are set to [Off]. Display the Print Order menu (p. 107). Select [Reset] using B or A on the multicontroller and press Select [OK] using B or A on the multicontroller and press...
Page 114: Printing With A Direct Print Compatible Printer (Optional)
Printing with a Direct Print Compatible Printer (Optional) A Direct Print compatible printer, sold separately, can be connected to the camera and used to print images very easily directly from the camera. It can also be used with DPOF print settings. To find out which Direct Print compatible printer can be used with this camera, please refer to the System Map.
Page 115: To Turn On The Camera
Slide the power/replay lever to the right to turn on the camera. • appears on the camera LCD monitor and the power/mode indicator is lit in green when the printer is properly connected to the camera. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ •...
Page 116: Printing
Printing An image can be printed when displayed in single replay or selected in index replay. Choose an image using B or A on the multicontroller and press Set the number of prints, the print style and cropping settings as required. •...
Page 117 Selecting the Number of Copies In Replaying mode, press and select the [Copies] option using C or D on the multicontroller. Specify the desired number of copies using B or A on the multicontroller. • You can specify from 1 to 99 prints. Setting the Print Style You can select from among the following print styles.
Page 118 Printing (continued) Choose [Image], [Borders] or [Date] using C or D on the multicontroller. Set the selection using B or A on the multicontroller. Image Borders Date Choose [Standard] Choose [Borderless] or Choose [On] or [Off]. or [Multiple]. [Bordered]. Press the button.
Page 119 Trimming (Printing a Portion of an Image) You can specify which portion for an image gets printed. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Prior to Trimming Please set the Print Style (Image, Borders and Date) first before setting the trimming settings (p.
Page 120: Setting Menu
Printing (continued) Press the button to close the setting menu. Trimming Frame ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The trimming setting only applies to one image. •...
Page 121: Printing With Dpof Print Settings
Printing with DPOF Print Settings You can use the DPOF print settings to print with a Direct Print compatible printer (optional). In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Print Order] and press • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). • The Print Order menu appears. Select [Print] using C, D, B or A on the multicontroller and press Set the print style settings as required.
Page 122 Printing with DPOF Print Settings (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To print the date, set the [Date] setting in the print order menu in Step 2 on the previous page to [On].
Page 123: Printing With The Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printer (Optional)
Connect the camera and printer using the cable. • When you insert the cable, make sure the “Canon” logo on the cable faces the front of To Bubble the camera (lens side). Jet Printer Bubble Jet Printer -...
Page 124 Connecting Bubble Jet Printer to the Camera (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When you detach the cable from the camera, hold the plug and do not pull by the cable.
Page 125: Printing
Printing An image can be printed when displayed in single replay or selected in index replay. Choose an image using B or A on the multicontroller and press Set the number of prints, the print style and cropping settings as required. •...
Page 126 Printing (continued) Selecting the Number of Copies In Replaying mode, press and select the [Copies] option using C or D on the multicontroller. Specify the desired number of copies using B or A on the multicontroller. • You can specify from 1 to 99 prints. Setting the Print Style You can select from among the following print styles.
Page 127 Choose [Paper], [Borders] or [Date] using C or D on the multicontroller. Set the selection using B or A on the multicontroller. Paper Borders Date Choose [Borderless] or Choose [Card #1], [Card #2], Choose [On] or [Off]. [Bordered]. [Card #3], [LTR] or [A4]. Press the button.
Page 128 Printing (continued) Trimming (Printing a Portion of an Image) You can specify which portion of an image gets printed. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Prior to Trimming Please set the Print Style (Paper, Borders and Date) first before setting the trimming settings (p.
Page 129 Press the button to close the setting menu. Trimming Frame ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The trimming setting only applies to one image. •...
Page 130: Printing With Dpof Print Settings
Printing with DPOF Print Settings You can use the DPOF print settings to print using Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional). In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Print Order] and press • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). •...
Page 131 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To print the date, set the DPOF [Date] setting to [On]. The date will not print with the Print Style date setting under these circumstances (p.
Page 132: Image Transfer Settings (Dpof Transfer Order)
Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) Using the camera, you can make marks on images you wish to transfer and attach to e-mails. (Please use the supplied software for actually transferring images.) These settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. ○...
Page 133 Select images for transferring. Single Images • Select an image using B or A on the multicontroller and mark or remove marks from images using C or D on the multicontroller. • You can use the same procedures to select images in index replay (3 images).
Page 134: Resetting The Transfer Settings
Resetting the Transfer Settings The transfer marks can all be removed at once. Display the Transfer Order menu (p. 130). Select [Reset] using B or A on the multicontroller and press Select [OK] using B or A on the multicontroller and press Image T ransfer Settings (DPOF T ransfer Or der)
Page 135: List Of Menu Options
Sets the number of pixels used to record images to CF cards. p. 61 Resolution • Large (Excluding PowerShot S30 (2048 x 1536 pixels) PowerShot S40 (2272 x 1704 pixels) • Medium 1 (1600 x 1200 pixels) • Medium 2 (1024 x 768 pixels) • Small (640 x 480 pixels) Sets the resolution of the frames as they are p.
Page 136 Rec. Menu (continued) Reference Item Menu Screen Settings Content Page p. 87 ISO Speed Sets the sensitivity at which images are recorded. (S30) (S40) • 50 • 50 • 100 • 100 • 200 • 200 • 400 • 400 •...
Page 137 Reference Item Menu Screen Settings Content Page p. 87 Contrast Adjusts the image contrast. • – • 0 • + Adjusts the image sharpness. p. 87 Sharpness • – • 0 • + p. 87 Saturation Adjusts the image saturation. •...
Page 138: Play Menu
Play Menu Reference Item Menu Screen Settings Content Page Protect p. 103 Protects images from accidental erasure. Rotate p. 97 Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees clockwise in the display. Erase all p. 105 Erases all images from a CF card (excluding protected images).
Page 139: Set Up Menu
Set up Menu Reference Item Menu Screen Settings Content Page p. 34 Sets whether or not the beep sounds when the Beep shutter button is pressed or when a menu operation is performed. • On • Off (Still beeps to warn of an error even when set to Off) See also “How the [Beep] setting in the [ (Set...
Page 140 Set up Menu (continued) Reference Item Menu Screen Settings Content Page p. 28 Auto Power Down Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a specified period of time elapses without something being pressed. • On • Off p.
Page 141: My Camera Menu
My Camera Menu You can select the start-up image and start-up, shutter, operation, and self-timer sounds. You can customize [ ] and [ ] of each item using the supplied software. For details, please refer to the Software Starter Guide. Reference Item Menu Screen...
Page 142 My Camera Menu (continued) Reference Item Menu Screen Settings Content Page p. 40 Operation Sound Sets the sound when the multicontroller or any button other than the shutter button is operated. See also “How the [Beep] setting in the [ (Set up)] menu and each sound setting in the [ Camera)] menu are related”...
Page 143: Resetting All Of The Settings To Default
Resetting all of the Settings to Default You can reset all of the menu and button operation settings to default except for [Date/Time], [Language], and [Video System]. Turn on the camera. • You can turn on the camera into either Shooting or Replaying mode. Press the button for longer than 5 seconds.
Page 144: Shooting / Replaying With A Tv Monitor
Shooting / Replaying with a TV Monitor A video-compatible television connected via the supplied AV cable AVC-DC100 can be used to view images as you shoot or replay them. Turn off the camera (p. 27, 29). Attach AV Cable AVC-DC100 to the terminal on the camera.
Page 145: Appendices
• Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Viewfinder Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt.
Page 146: Troubleshooting
CF card not formatted correctly • If reformatting doesn't work, the CF card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Lens will not • Close the CF card slot/battery cover, then turn off the...
Page 147 Problem Cause Solution Battery pack capacity Battery pack • Replace the battery pack with a new one. consumed reduced because of disuse quickly for one year or more after being fully charged Battery life exceeded • Replace the battery pack with a new one. Battery life exceeded Battery pack •...
Page 148 Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Cause Solution Subject too close • Adjust the flash output with the flash exposure Subject in recorded compensation function (p. 78). Subject bright in • Set the exposure compensation to a negative (-) setting. image is too comparison to the bright •...
Page 149: List Of Messages
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor. Reset settings to default? Do you wish to reset all the camera and menu settings to default? Resetting Resetting all the camera and menu settings to default Busy... Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card.
Page 150 List of Messages (continued) Cannot magnify!: You attempted to magnify an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer. Cannot rotate: You attempted to rotate an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer.
Page 151 The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor when a Direct Print compatible printer is printing. Depending on the printer model, some messages may not display. No Paper: Paper cassette is incorrectly inserted or out of paper. Or the paper feed isn’t operating correctly. No Ink: The ink cartridge has not been inserted or has run out of ink.
Page 152 You can restart printing by pressing the RESUME/ CANCEL button on Bubble Jet Printer. Please request replacement of the waste tank to the shop where you purchased the printer or your nearest Canon customer support center listed in the Bubble Jet Quick Start Guide.
Page 153: Specifications
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot S30 / PowerShot S40 Camera effective S30 Approx. 3.2 million pixels: Approx. 4 million Image sensor: 1/1.8 inch CCD (Total number of pixels: approx. 3.3 million) 1/1.8 inch CCD (Total number of pixels: approx.
Page 154 Specifications (continued) Flash range: (When sensitivity is set to AUTO) 35 cm - 4.8 m (1.15 ft. - 15.75 ft.) (W), 35 cm - 3.0 m (1.15 ft. - 9.84 ft.) (T) (When sensitivity is set to ISO 100 equivalent) 55 cm –...
Page 155 My Camera Settings Start-up Image, Start-up Sound, Shutter Sound, Operation Sound (customizing): and Selftimer Sound Customizing is possible by downloading data from your computer using the supplied software. Interface: Universal Serial Bus (USB), Audio/Video Output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) Power source: 1.
Page 156 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 (optional) Input voltage: AC 100 - 240 V (50/60 Hz) 0.32 A Rated output: 7.4 V DC / 2.0 A Operating temperatures: 0 - 40°C (32 - 104°F) 112 × 29 × 45 mm (4.4 × 1.1 × 1.8 in.) Dimensions: Weight: Approx.
Page 157: Index
Index DPOF Print Settings 107, 119, 128 AC Adapter Kit Transfer Order AEB Mode AE Lock AF Frame Erasing Auto Selection All Images Manual Selection Displayed Images Aperture-Priority AE ( Single Images Aperture Settings 65, 66, 68, 70 Exposure Auto Mode ( Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) AE Lock Auto Replay (Slide Show)
Page 158 Landscape Mode ( RAW File Format 64, 133 Language Settings 25, 138 Recording File Format LCD Monitor 30 - 33 Red-Eye Reduction Function Brightness Replay Light Metering Index Replay Center-Weighted Averaging Jumping Evaluative LCD Monitor Spot AE Point (AF Point) Magnifying Images Spot AE Point (Center) Movies...
Page 159 Start-up Image 28, 41 - 43, 139 Sound 28, 41 - 43, 139 Stitch Assist Mode ( Framing Subjects Shooting Strap Telephoto Transfer Order Reset Selecting Images Troubleshooting 144 - 146 Video System 138, 142 Viewfinder LCD Monitor 12, 30 Optical 10, 36 Volume...
Page 160: Fcc Notice
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU REGLEMENT SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR DU CANADA. Precautions 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 162 Software Starter Guide To Download Images to a Computer Windows Macintosh Install the Software p. 20 p. 68 Connect the Camera to a Computer p. 14 p. 14 Start the Software and Download Images p. 32 p. 71 Start ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) or ImageBrowser (Macintosh computers) and load images onto the computer.
Page 163: 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™ cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards.
Page 164 In consideration of the right to use the SOFTWARE, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1. LICENSE: Canon grants you the personal, non-exclusive right to use the SOFTWARE only on a single computer. You may physically transfer the SOFTWARE from one computer to another provided that the SOFTWARE is used on only one computer at a time.
Page 165 SOFTWARE is subject to the laws of the United States, and Canada, and other applicable copyright and trademark laws, and nothing in this Agreement constitutes a waiver of the rights of Canon, its affiliated corporations and third party licensors under such laws. You only own the CD-ROM media in which the Software is stored.
Page 166 Read Me First (Windows / Macintosh) A Guide to the Manuals ............. 2 What Can Be Accomplished with the Software ....6 Canon Digital Camera solution Disk ........6 Arcsoft Camera Suite CD ........... 11 System Requirements ............12 Windows ................12 Macintosh .................
Page 167: A Guide To The Manuals
The following manuals are supplied with the software products. Please read the respective manual according to the guidelines below. PowerShot S30 / PowerShot S40 Software Starter Guide (This Guide) This manual explains how to install the software and provides a simple description of how you can download images recorded with the camera onto your computer.
Page 168 Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer Driver User Guide (Windows/Macintosh) This manual in PDF format explains how to install the printer driver for Card Photo Printer CP-10 (sold separately) onto your computer and connect the printer to the computer for printing. Read this Manual for the Following •...
Page 169 The ZoomBrowser EX Software User Guide (Windows) and ImageBrowser Software User Guide (Macintosh) are contained as PDF files on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk, a CD-ROM. Windows 1.
Page 170: How To Install Adobe Acrobat Reader
Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The installer panel will display. 2. In the installer panel, click [Using the Software] and [CP-10 Printer Driver].
Page 171: What Can Be Accomplished With The Software
○ ○ ○ ○ Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk • Downloading Camera Images to Your Computer ZoomBrowser EX (Windows)/ImageBrowser (Macintosh) You can start either of these programs and display the camera images automatically simply by connecting the digital camera to the computer’s USB port. Download the camera’s still images or movies by selecting the thumbnails (tiny images) shown on...
Page 172 • Categorizing and Organizing Large Volumes of Images ZoomBrowser EX (Windows)/ ImageBrowser (Macintosh) These programs display downloaded images in lists and allow you to sort and organize them by content. They allow you to search and organize images as if they were spread out on your desktop.
Page 173 • Creating Mail Attachments from Images ZoomBrowser EX (Windows)/ImageBrowser (Macintosh) These programs can start your email program* and send images as file attachments to it. Since the file size and compression rate can be controlled, you can reduce large image files to sizes small enough for easy transmission. * The automatic start of email programs is only supported by Windows and the email programs must be enabled as MAPI clients.
Page 174 • Laying Out and Printing Images PhotoRecord (Windows)/ImageBrowser (Macintosh) These programs permit you to add backgrounds and borders (Windows only), as well as titles and comments, and print out the images. You can enjoy preparing prints of your images appearing as if they were pasted into a photo album. Naturally, you can also use them to make artistic single-image layouts.
Page 175 • Merging Panoramic Images PhotoStitch This program takes images shot over several frames in the camera’s Stitch Assist mode, automatically arranges them in order and stitches them together in one simple procedure. You can shoot and stitch 360º scenes together and save them in the QuickTime VR format to make them appear to surround you as you view them.
Page 176: Editing And Applying Special Effects To Images
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Page 177: System Requirements
• QuickTime 3.0 or a higher version is required to play the camera’s movies or save images merged with PhotoStitch in the QuickTime VR format. QuickTime 5.0 is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. • A sound card is required to play movie audio tracks.
Page 178: Macintosh
(800 x 600 pixels / 32,000 colors or better is required to use ArcSoft PhotoImpression or ArcSoft VideoImpression.) • A CD-ROM drive is required to install the software. • QuickTime 5.0 is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. • USB Mounter is compatible with Mac OS 9.0 or higher.
Page 179: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
Page 180: Connecting To A Usb Port
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Connecting to a USB Port Connection Precautions •...
Page 181: Connecting To A Cf Card Reader Or Pc Card Reader
With Windows, the driver software will install the first time (only) you connect via the USB interface. Precautions for Detaching the Cable • To detach the cable, always hold the connector by its sides to pull it out. ○ ○ ○...
Page 182: Cf Card Folder Structure And File Names
CF Card Folder Structure and File Names The images on a CF card are placed in subfolders named [xxxCANON], where the “xxx” represents a number from 100 to 998, within the [DCIM] folder. IMG_xxxx.JPG (JPEG format images) CRW_xxxx.CRW (RAW format images) DCIM xxxCANON CRW_xxxx.THM*...
Page 184 Using the Software on the Windows Platform Installing/Uninstalling the Software ....... 20 Installing from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk ..20 Installing from the ArcSoft Camera Suite CD ....... 21 Installing the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer Driver ... 22 Uninstalling the Software / Driver ........
Page 185: Installing/Uninstalling The Software
• Users of Windows 2000 must first log in as an Administrator to install programs. Close any programs that are running. Set the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. • The installer panel will display automatically. • If the installer panel does not appear automatically, use the following procedures to display it.
Page 186: Installing From The Arcsoft Camera Suite Cd
Select the programs you wish to install and click the [Next] button. A check mark should appear beside the programs that will be installed. • With Windows Me, [Digital Camera USB WIA Driver] will appear in place of [Digital Camera USB TWAIN Driver]. Confirm the program selection and click the [Next] button.
Page 187: Installing The Card Photo Printer Cp-10 Printer Driver
Driver or USB WIA Driver. Uninstalling (Deleting) the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer Driver For instructions to delete the printer driver, please see the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer User Guide contained on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk as a PDF file.
Page 188: Installing The Usb Twain Driver/Usb Wia Driver
Installing the USB TWAIN Driver/USB WIA Driver • Be very careful to follow the steps below in order to install the driver software. 1. Install one of the following drivers from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (p. 20). Windows 98/2000: USB TWAIN Driver...
Page 189 • USB TWAIN Driver is the driver software for Windows 98 and Windows 2000 (not Windows Me) that is required to load images into TWAIN- compliant programs, such as ArcSoft PhotoImpression and ArcSoft VideoImpression. Since it is not a stand-alone program, you must always use it by starting it from within a TWAIN-compliant program.
Page 190 (p. 15). After a moment, the following dialog will display. Click [OK] and the following dialog will display. Click the [Browse] button, select the [Program Files], [Canon], [DC_USB_TWAIN] and [CAMERA3] folders on the drive on which you installed the software.
Page 191: Troubleshooting The Usb Twain Driver/Usb Wia Driver Installation
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Troubleshooting the USB TWAIN Driver/USB WIA Driver Installation First, Check the Following...
Page 192: Uninstalling The Usb Twain Driver/Usb Wia Driver
Utilities], [Digital Camera USB TWAIN Driver] and [USB TWAIN Driver Uninstall]. USB WIA Driver : Click the [Start] menu and select [Programs], [Canon Utilities], [Digital Camera USB WIA Driver], and [USB WIA Driver Uninstall]. • The uninstall process will start.
Page 193: Troubleshooting The Usb Twain Driver/Usb Wia Driver Uninstall
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Troubleshooting the USB TWAIN Driver/USB WIA Driver Uninstall If you have problems uninstalling the driver, use the following procedures to remove it.
Page 194 Be extremely careful not to delete the wrong files. If you delete the wrong file, you may be unable to restart Windows. Find and delete the [Canon.IncCanon DC], [Canon.IncCanon DC1], [Canon.IncCanon DC2] or [Canon.IncCanon DC3] files. • If none of the above files are contained in the Other folder, you do not need to...
Page 195: Windows 2000
Windows 2000 • You must first log in as an Administrator to uninstall the driver. Open the [System Properties] dialog and check the [Device Manager]. 1. In the [Control Panel], double-click the [System] icon. 2. Click the [Hardware] tab and the [Device Manager...] button. If your camera model name appears under the [Other devices] or [Imaging Device] category, use the following procedures to delete it.
Page 196 Click each [Oem*] file until you find one that contains “*** Canon Digital Camera USB Setup File ***” in its first line. When you find the correct file, note down its name and close the Notepad window.
Page 197: Downloading Images To A Computer
• After a moment, the Event dialog will display and allow you to select an application program to start. Your camera model name will appear here. Select [Canon ZoomBrowser EX] and click [OK]. • ZoomBrowser EX will start and open the ZoomBrowser EX Automation Wizard dialog.
Page 198 Confirm that [Display images in the Camera Window] is selected and click the [Finish] button. The Camera Window will open and display the camera images as thumbnails (tiny versions) (p. 36). • In the ZoomBrowser EX Automation Wizard dialog, you can select the action that is carried out after ZoomBrowser EX starts.
Page 199 Wizard. Start ZoomBrowser EX. • Double-click the [Canon ZoomBrowser EX] icon on the desktop. The first time ZoomBrowser EX starts, a confirmation message will appear asking whether you wish to register the [My Pictures] folder in ZoomBrowser EX. Click [Yes] if you plan to use the My Pictures folder.
Page 200 Insert the CF card or loaded PC card adapter into the reader. Start ZoomBrowser EX. • Double-click the [Canon ZoomBrowser EX] icon on the desktop. • If you are using Windows Me, a confirmation message will appear the first time ZoomBrowser EX starts, asking whether you wish to register the [My Pictures] folder in ZoomBrowser EX.
Page 201: The Zoombrowser Ex Camera Window
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ The ZoomBrowser EX Camera Window When a connection is opened to a CF card in a camera or a reader, the card’s images display as thumbnails in the Camera window.
Page 202: Downloading And Saving Images From The Camera
Downloaded images are saved to the computer disk and appear in the Browser Display Area. • The folder you created above normally appears within the [C:\Program Files\Canon\ZoomBrowser EX\Image Library One] folder. The downloaded image files are saved to the folder you created.
Page 203: Printing Images
• You can also download images by dragging them from the Camera window and dropping them on the Browser Display Area or Tree View area. Tree View Area “RAW” displays on RAW images Browser Display Area The movie icon displays on movie thumbnails To disconnect the camera, click the close box at the right of the Camera window...
Page 204 The other print modes allow you to do such things as tile the images for printing or arrange them for printing on Canon perforated paper. See the ZoomBrowser EX Software User Guide (p. 4), a PDF file, for a detailed explanation of the print modes.
Page 205 • PhotoRecord Window Select a layout pattern for each page. Click the arrow You can freely display a pop-up input page titles, menu. image titles, or text. You can drag images to change the layout. Slide this left to shrink the image size and right to Select whether increase it.
Page 206: Zoombrowser Ex Features
ZoomBrowser EX Features This topic introduces additional, convenient ZoomBrowser EX features. • For a more detailed explanation, please see the ZoomBrowser EX Help menu or PDF manual, ZoomBrowser EX Software User Guide (p. 4). ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
Page 207 Registering a Folder as a Image Folder Folders shown in the Tree View area with a symbol are called Image Folder. ZoomBrowser EX only manages the images contained in these folders and the subfolders nestled within them. Click the [Register Image Folder] button. The Select Image Folder dialog will display.
Page 208: Converting Raw Format Images
* As measured by standard Canon test conditions. • Please see the Camera User Guide to learn how to shoot RAW images.
Page 209 Converting RAW Images with Quality Adjustment Select a RAW image. • Select a RAW image from the Browser Display Area of ZoomBrowser EX. Click the [File] menu and select [Convert RAW Image(s) with User Defined Parameters]. • The RAW Image Parameter Settings dialog will display. Select quality settings and click [OK].
Page 210 Converting Images with RAW Image Converter If you are using the WIA Driver or downloading directly from a CF card reader, you can use RAW Image Converter to convert RAW images. The converted images can be saved in the TIFF (8 bit/channel), TIFF (16 bit/channel), or Windows BMP formats. •...
Page 211 • Conversion Settings Dialog Click an option to set whether images convert automatically or are adjusted for image quality. Click the [Convert with RAW image quality conversion] option to display the RAW Image Parameter Settings dialog and make adjustments before conversion (p. 46). To process images more quickly, remove this check mark if you...
Page 212: Replaying Movies
QuickTime Player will start and replay the movie. • If QuickTime 3.0 or a later version is not already installed, install the QuickTime 5.0 program from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. Place the disk in the CD-ROM drive and click [QuickTime 5.0 Installation] in the installer panel (p.
Page 213: Merging Panoramic Images With Photostitch
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Merging Panoramic Images with PhotoStitch To Merge Images Registered in ZoomBrowser EX You can merge a series of overlapping images into a single, seamless panorama.
Page 214: Shooting With Remotecapture
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Shooting with RemoteCapture RemoteCapture will start if you click the [Edit] menu in ZoomBrowser EX and select [RemoteCapture] when the camera is connected to the computer via a USB interface.
Page 215 • Shooting-RemoteCapture Window Viewfinder Display Viewfinder On / Off Button If you click the [Viewfinder Click here to turn the On] button while a viewfinder display on or off. connection to the camera is open, the image appearing in the camera’s viewfinder will appear in this area.
Page 216 • Windows Me: the Scanners and Cameras Wizard will appear. Click the [Cancel] button and double-click the [Canon ZoomBrowser EX] icon on the desktop to start ZoomBrowser EX. From its [Edit] menu, select [RemoteCapture]. The Shooting - RemoteCapture window will display. Proceed to Step 7.
Page 217 Interval Timer Shooting You can shoot a specified number of frames at set intervals. In the Shooting-RemoteCapture window, click the [Shooting] menu and select [Interval Timer Shooting]. • The Interval Timer Shooting dialog will display. Set the number of frames and the interval value and click [OK]. •...
Page 218 • Preferences Dialog Click an option to determine whether images are saved to the camera’s CF card as well as the computer. If you select [Computer only], you can do without a CF card in the camera or continue to record images after the CF card is full.
Page 219: Loading Images Into Twain-Compliant Programs
Loading Images into TWAIN-Compliant Programs This topic explains how to load images into the bundled TWAIN-compliant application programs, ArcSoft PhotoImpression (PhotoImpression) and ArcSoft VideoImpression (VideoImpression). For detailed instructions, see the Help menu for the respective program. • This feature is only supported by Windows 98 and Windows 2000. It is not supported by Windows Me.
Page 220 Click the button. • The TWAIN Driver will start (p. 56). CF Card Reader/PC Card Reader Connection Insert the CF card or loaded PC card adapter into the reader. Click the Windows [Start] menu and select [Programs], [ArcSoft Camera Suite] and [PhotoImpression]. •...
Page 221 • TWAIN Driver Window Camera Settings Button Click here to adjust or check camera settings (p. 36). Preferences Button Click here to adjust or check image transmission settings (p. 53). Rotate 90 Degrees Buttons Click a button to rotate the selected image 90 degrees left or right.
Page 222 Click the [OK] button. The acquired image(s) will display in PhotoImpression’s main window. To save the acquired image(s), click the [Save] button at the window’s left, followed by the [Save As] button at the bottom of the window. Input a file name and change the file location and format settings if necessary.
Page 223: Downloading Images With The Wia Driver
Downloading Images with the WIA Driver If you are using Windows Me (and installed the USB WIA Driver), you have the following alternatives for downloading images to the computer. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
Page 224: Downloading With Windows Explorer
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Downloading with Windows Explorer Images can be downloaded to the computer with Windows Explorer just as you would copy any other file.
Page 225: Downloading With The File Dialog
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Downloading with the File Dialog You can start an image editing program, such as ArcSoft PhotoImpression, select an image with the Open dialog, load it into the program and save it to the computer.
Page 226: Saving The My Camera Settings To The Camera
Saving the My Camera Settings to the Camera The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter sound, operating sounds, and self-timer sound are called the My Camera Settings. You can add your favorite images and sounds from your computer to the My Camera Settings in the camera. This topic explains how to upload the My Camera Settings saved onto your computer to the camera.
Page 227: Saving The Data To The Camera
• The My Camera Window View/Play Camera Button Displays the thumbnail (tiny version) of the selected image data in the camera. The button’s name changes to the Play button when a sound is selected. Type Selects the type of My Camera Settings.
Page 228 Select a data type from the [Type] menu in the My Camera window. Select the data you wish to save to the camera from the [Computer] list. • If you select a start-up image file in the Computer list, the image thumbnail (tiny version) will appear on the right of the window when you click the [View] button.
Page 229: Adding New Data To The My Camera Window
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Adding New Data to the My Camera Window To add new data to the My Camera Window, you need to create it, save it to the computer and add that file to the My Camera window.
Page 230 Once you have created the data and saved it to the computer, use the following procedures to add it to the My Camera window (p. 62). Open the My Camera window, and click the [Add] button. Select the file you created in the Open file dialog and click the [Open] button.
Page 232 Using the Software on the Macintosh Platform Installing/Uninstalling the Software ........ 68 Installing from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk ... 68 Installing from the ArcSoft Camera Suite CD ......69 Installing the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer Driver .... 70 Uninstalling the Software ............
Page 233: Installing/Uninstalling The Software
Installing from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk Close any programs that are running. Set the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Double-click the CD-ROM icon and the [Canon Digital Camera Installer] icon. • The installer panel will display.
Page 234: Installing From The Arcsoft Camera Suite Cd
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Installing from the ArcSoft Camera Suite CD Installing ArcSoft PhotoImpression Close all other programs that are running.
Page 235: Installing The Card Photo Printer Cp-10 Printer Driver
[Digital Camera Plug-In] folders and read the [Readme] file. Uninstalling (Deleting) the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer Driver For instructions to delete the printer driver, please see the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Printer driver User Guide contained on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk as a PDF file.
Page 236: Downloading Images To A Computer
Downloading Images to a Computer This topic briefly explains how to use ImageBrowser to perform a range of operations from downloading the camera’s images to printing them. • For a more detailed explanation, please see the ImageBrowser Help menu or PDF manual, ImageBrowser Software User Guide (p. 4). If the Continue Connection Confirmation Message Displays •...
Page 237 Confirm that [USB port] and your camera model name are selected and click the [Set] button. Your camera model name will appear here. • The Camera Window will open and display the camera images as thumbnails (tiny versions) (p. 74). •...
Page 238: How To Set Imagebrowser To Not Start Automatically
Canon ImageBrowser Icon • If the icon does not appear on the desktop, double-click the folder in which you installed the program, followed by the [Canon Utilities] and [ImageBrowser] folders and the [ImageBrowser] file. Double-click the [DCIM] folder in the Explorer View Section.
Page 239: The Imagebrowser Camera Window
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ The ImageBrowser Camera Window When a connection is opened to a CF card in a camera or a reader, the card’s images display as thumbnails in the Camera window.
Page 240: Downloading And Saving Images From The Camera
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Downloading and Saving Images from the Camera Select [Macintosh HD] in the Explorer View Section.
Page 241 Select images in the Camera window and click the [Download] button. • Click a thumbnail to select it or press [Shift] and click to select multiple thumbnails. Thumbnail “RAW” displays The movie icon displays on RAW images. on movie thumbnails. Downloaded images are saved to the computer and appear in the Browser area.
Page 242: Printing Images
The other options allow you to print an index or print onto Canon perforated paper. For more details on the Layout Options window, please see the PDF...
Page 243: Print Window
In the next window, select a paper size and click the [OK] button. • The Layout Options window will close and the Print window will open, allowing you to change the layout and printing settings. • The settings available in Step 4 will vary according to the type of layout selected in Step 3.
Page 244: Imagebrowser Features
* As measured by standard Canon test conditions. • Please see the Camera User Guide to learn how to shoot RAW images.
Page 245 Converting RAW Images with Quality Adjustment Select a RAW image. • Select a RAW image from the Browser Window of ImageBrowser. Click the [File] menu and select [Convert RAW Images with User Defined Parameters]. • The RAW Image Parameter Settings dialog will display. Select quality settings and click [OK].
Page 246 Converting Images with RAW Image Converter If you are using the USB Mounter or downloading directly from a CF card reader, you can use RAW Image Converter to convert RAW images. The converted images can be saved in the TIFF (8 bit / channel) or TIFF (16 bit / channel) formats. •...
Page 247 • Conversion Settings Dialog Click an option to set whether images convert automatically or are adjusted for image quality. Click the [Convert with RAW image quality conversion] option to display the RAW Image Parameter Settings dialog and make adjustments before conversion (p. 80). To process images more quickly, remove Click an option to set...
Page 248: Replaying Movies
QuickTime Player will start and replay the movie. • If QuickTime 3.0 or a later version is not already installed, install the QuickTime 5.0 program from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. Place the disk in the CD-ROM drive and click [QuickTime 5.0 Installation] in the installer panel (p.
Page 249: Merging Panoramic Images With Photostitch
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Merging Panoramic Images with PhotoStitch To Merge Images Registered in ImageBrowser You can merge a series of overlapping images into a single, seamless panorama.
Page 250: Shooting With Remotecapture
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Shooting with RemoteCapture RemoteCapture will start if you click the [Edit] menu in ImageBrowser and select [RemoteCapture] when the camera is connected to the computer via a USB interface.
Page 251 • Shooting-RemoteCapture Window Viewfinder On / Off Button Viewfinder Display Turn the viewfinder display on or off. If you click the [Viewfinder On] button while a connection to the camera is open, the image appearing in the camera’s viewfinder will appear in this area. The focus and exposure do not update unless you click the [AF/AE Reset] button if the...
Page 252 Shooting Attach the supplied USB cable to the computer’s USB port and the camera’s Digital Terminal. • For USB interface connection instructions, see “Connecting to a USB Port” (p. 15). Open the camera’s lens cover and set the camera to a shooting mode. •...
Page 253 Interval Timer Shooting You can shoot a specified number of frames at set intervals. In the Save-RemoteCapture window or Shooting-RemoteCapture window, click the [File] menu and select [Interval Timer Shooting]. • The Interval Timer Shooting dialog will display. • You can also select this function in the Shooting window by clicking the [Shooting] menu and selecting [Interval Timer Shooting].
Page 254 • Preferences Dialog Click an option to determine whether images are saved to the camera’s CF card as well as the computer. If you select [Computer only], you can do without a CF card in the camera or continue to record images after the CF card is full.
Page 255: Loading Images Into Plug-In Compliant Programs
Copy the Plug-In Module into the Adobe Photoshop [Plug- Ins] Folder Double-click the folder in which you installed the program, followed by the [Canon Utilities] and [Digital Camera Plug-In] folders to open them. Copy the [Canon Digital Camera Plug-In] file to the Adobe Photoshop [Import/Export] folder.
Page 256 • You can also open the Settings for USB Connection dialog by clicking the Apple menu and selecting [Control Panels] and [Canon ImageBrowser Auto Launch]. Click here to close the dialog. Click here to clear the check mark. CF Card Reader / PC Card Reader Connection Insert the CF card or loaded PC card adapter into the reader.
Page 257 • The Plug-In Module can only display still images. Start ImageBrowser to download movies to the computer (p. 75). Downloading from the Camera Click the Adobe Photoshop [File] menu and select [Import] and [Canon Digital Camera Plug-In]. Click the icon, confirm that [USB Port] and your camera model name are selected and click the [Set] button.
Page 258 • The Plug-In Module Window Display Style Button Change the shape of the Thumbnail Preferences Button Display Area. Adjust or check image transmission settings (p. 89). Rotate 90 Degrees Buttons Rotate the selected image 90 Camera Settings Button degrees left or right. Adjust or check camera Image Information Button settings (p.
Page 259: Downloading Images With The Usb Mounter
To download images with the USB Mounter, first enable it with the following procedures. Select [Control Panels] from the Apple menu and [Canon USB Camera Driver]. • The Canon USB Camera Driver control panel will display. Select [Card Reader Mode] and Click here to close it. close the control panel.
Page 260: Downloading Images
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Downloading Images Attach the supplied USB cable to the computer’s USB port and the camera’s Digital Terminal.
Page 261: Saving The My Camera Contents To The Camera
Saving the My Camera Settings to the Camera The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter sound, operating sounds, and self-timer sound are called the My Camera Settings. You can add your favorite images and sounds from your computer to the My Camera Settings in the camera. This topic explains how to upload the My Camera Settings saved onto your computer to the camera.
Page 262: Saving The Data To The Camera
• The My Camera Window View Button Displays the thumbnail (tiny version) of the selected image data in the camera. The button’s name changes to the Play button when a sound is selected. Type Selects the type of My Camera Settings. Displays the My Camera Settings saved to the computer.
Page 263 Delete Button Deletes data added to the Camera list. View / Play Button Displays image data or plays sound data in the Camera list. Save to Camera Button Saves the My Camera Settings to the camera. Select the settings in the Camera list that you wish to change and click the button.
Page 264: Adding New Data To The My Camera Window
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Adding New Data to the My Camera Window To add new data to the My Camera Window, you need to create the new data, save it to the computer and add that file to the My Camera window.
Page 265 Once you have created the data and saved it to the computer, use the following procedures to add it to the My Camera window (p. 97). Open the My Camera window, and click the [Add] button. Select the file you created in the Open file dialog and click the [Open] button.
Page 266: Windows / Macintosh
Troubleshooting (Windows / Macintosh) Can’t download images, camera is not recognized or the Event dialog does not display (Windows only) when the camera is connected via the USB interface ....102 ZoomBrowser EX displays a database file related error message (E_Fail error, etc.) (Windows only) ....103...
Page 267 Troubleshooting This topic explains some of the causes for and solutions to problems with the software. Can’t download images, camera is not recognized or the Event dialog does not display (Windows only) when the camera is connected via the USB interface. Computer doesn’t support the USB interface.
Page 268 Please restore the database using the procedures described in the “Troubleshooting” section of the PDF manual, ZoomBrowser EX Software User Guide. You can display the ZoomBrowser Software User Guide from the installer panel of the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk.
Page 269: Customer Support
Tel No.: 08705 143 723 (Calls may be recorded) Canon Australia Pty. Ltd. Fax No.: 08705 143 340 Info-Line: (02) 9805 2864 Canon Communication & Image France S.A. Canon New Zealand Ltd. Tel: 01.41.30.15.15 Fax: 01.41.30.15.05 Info-Line: 0900 - 522666...
Page 270 ArcSoft Customer Support North America 46601 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538 Tel: (510) 440-9901 (Mon. - Fri., 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM PST) E-mail: support@arcsoft.com Other Regions Please see the arcSoft web site: http://www.arcsoft.com/maininternational.html.

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Canon PowerShot S40 User Manual

Table of Contents

Read this First

Quick Start

Components Guide

Preparing the Camera

Basic Functions

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings

Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects

Replaying

Erasing

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings)

Printing with a Direct Print Compatible Printer (Optional)

Printing with the Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printer (Optional)

Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

List of Menu Options

Shooting / Replaying with a TV Monitor

Appendices

Index

Read Me First

A Guide to the Manuals

What Can be Accomplished with the Software

System Requirements

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Using the Software on the Windows Platform

Installing/Uninstalling the Software

Installing the USB TWAIN Driver/Usb WIA Driver

Uninstalling the USB TWAIN Driver/Usb WIA Driver

Downloading Images to a Computer

Zoombrowser EX Features

Loading Images into TWAIN-Compliant Programs

Downloading Images with the WIA Driver

Saving the My Camera Settings to the Camera

Using the Software on the Macintosh Platform

Installing/Uninstalling the Software

Downloading Images to a Computer

Imagebrowser Features

Loading Images into Plug-In Compliant Programs

Downloading Images with the USB Mounter

Saving the My Camera Contents to the Camera

Quick Links

Chapters

Troubleshooting

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