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DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
CDI-E081
Camera User Guide
• Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).
• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for
information on installing the software and
downloading images.
• Please also read the printer user guide included with
CDI-E081-010 XX01XXX.X © 2003 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN your Canon printer.
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Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing 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, Ca
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1 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. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not con
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2 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 mode dial should be set to , , or . Using the Self-timer White buttons indicate the button that will be pushed in the particular procedure. In the example here, for instance, you should press the MENU button. This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating pr
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3 Table of Contents Items marked with ■ are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read This First Please Read .......................................................................... 7 Safety Precautions ............................................................... 7 Preventing Malfunctions ................................................... 11 Quick Start Section Quick Start Section ............................................................ 12 Components Guide Fro
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Table of Contents 4 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Changing My Camera Settings ......................................... 45 Registering My Camera Settings ....................................... 46 Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode ............................................... 49 Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ....................... 50 Changing Resolution/Compression Settings..................... 51 Using the Flash .....................................................
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Table of Contents 5 Rotating Images in the Display ......................................... 87 Attaching Sound Memos to Images ................................. 88 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) .................................. 90 Protecting Images ............................................................. 94 Erasing Erasing Single Images ................................................. 95 Erasing All Images ............................................................. 96 Formatting C
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Table of Contents 6 Appendices Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) .................... 141 Using a Car Battery Charger (Optional) ......................... 142 Camera Care and Maintenance ...................................... 143 Troubleshooting .............................................................. 144 Specifications Specifications ................................................................... 148 Index Index .................................................................
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7 Read This First Please Read Test Shots 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, 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™ cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in
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Read This First 8 Warnings • Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that could injure your eyesight. • Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may injure eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. • Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a child c
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Read This First 9 • Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. If water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immedi- ately turn the camera’s power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power cable from the power outlet. Continued use of
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Read This First 10 • Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury. • Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Use the supplied terminal cover or battery case to transport or store the battery pack. • Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with othe
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Read This First 11 • Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns. • Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. • If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for extended periods
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12 Quick Start Section 1 Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18). Place the battery pack in the battery charger and plug the charger into a power outlet. The charge indicator lights red while charging and changes to green when the battery pack is charged. Charge Indicator 2 Install the Battery Pack (p. 20). Slide the battery cover open and press the battery lock while you insert the battery pack. Insert the battery pack correctly by aligning the arrows on the camera and battery pack. Battery Lock 3 Inst
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Quick Start Section 13 6 Focus (p. 35). Aim the camera and lightly press (halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. 7 Shoot (p. 36). Press the shutter button all the way. The shutter sound will sound once when the shot is complete. 8 View the Recorded Image (p. 50). The recorded image displays for approximately 2 seconds. To continue displaying the image, keep the shutter button pressed or hold the shutter button until you press the button and then release bot
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14 Components Guide Front View ● Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 34) ● AF-assist Beam (p. 36) ● Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 53) ● Self-timer Lamp (p. 58) ● Microphone (p. 88) ● Speaker ● Flash (p. 53) ● DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 103, 123) ● A/V OUT (Audio/Visual OUT) Terminal (p. 121) ● Terminal Cover ● Lens The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. - Computer (p. 123) USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with camera) - Direct Print Function Compatible Printer (
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Components Guide 15 Back View ● Viewfinder (p. 34) ● Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) ● CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) ● Wrist Strap Mount Attaching the Wrist Strap* ● Battery Cover (p. 20) ● DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 141) ● LCD Monitor (p. 29) ● Tripod Socket * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap.
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Components Guide 16 Operation Panel ● Shooting mode dial (p. 49) ● Indicators (p. 17) ● Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer ● ON/OFF Button (p. 26) ● Shutter Button (p. 35) ● Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) (p. 37) Replay: (Magnify) (p. 81)/ (Index) (p. 82) ● Mode Switch (p. 28) ● (Light Metering) (p. 69)/ Button ● (Flash) (p. 53)/ Button ● (Continuous) (p. 57)/ (Self-timer)(p. 58)/ But
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Components Guide 17 Indicators The indicators light or blink when the ON/OFF Button or shutter button is pressed. Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Recording to CF card / Reading CF card /Erasing from CF card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to shoot with slow shutter speed (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot but shutter speed is slow (camera shake warning) Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode / Infinity mode/Focus lock (Method 2, p. 64) Bli
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18 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. Battery charger model names and types vary by region. CB-2LS CB-2LSE Charge Indicator Charge Indicator • Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown and insert the charger’s plug into a power outlet. • Align the battery pack correctly with the arrows on it and the charger. • Th
