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DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
Camera User Guide
Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).
Please also read the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User
Guide.
CDI-E126-010 XXXXXXX © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
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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 This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product an
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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 no
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About This Guide Conventions Used in the Text Icons on the right end of title bars show the applicable operating modes. As in the example below, the procedure can be performed in (Auto), (Manual), (Manual/Stitch Assist) or (Movie) mode. Using the Self-timer : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Question? Look Here First What settings are available under each function? • See
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Thumb Index Preparing the Camera 18 Basic Functions 30 Shooting 53 Playback 89 Erasing 105 Print Settings/Transferring 108 Connecting the Camera to a Computer/TV 118 My Camera Settings 129 List of Messages 134 Troubleshooting 136 Appendix 140 Photo Tips and Information 149 3
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Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read This First Please Read............................................................................................... 7 Safety Precautions..................................................................................... 8 Preventing Malfunctions.......................................................................... 13 Components Guide ............................................ 1
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Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) ........................ 72 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) .................................................. 74 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) ......................................... 75 Switching between Focusing Modes ........................................................ 76 Switching between Light Metering Modes......................................... 77 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ......................
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Viewing Images on a TV set.................................... 127 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Changing My Camera Settings .............................................................. 129 Registering My Camera Settings ........................................................... 131 List of Messages ............................................ 134 Troubleshooting ............................................. 136 Appendix Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) ................
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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 SD memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in
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Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. • In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera and its powe
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• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may r
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• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cable. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. • Do not handle the power cable if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cable may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fire
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• Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-3L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire or electrical shock. • Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging and when it is not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. Continuous use over a long period may cause a unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • The camera terminals of the battery charger and compa
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Cautions • Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the battery charger to charge the battery pack. • Do not store the equipment in humi
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Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airt
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Components Guide Front View Viewfinder Window (p. 38) AF-assist Beam (p. 41) Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 58) Self-timer Lamp (p. 64) Flash (p. 58) Microphone (p. 98) DIGITAL Terminal (p. 120) A/V Out (Audio/Video Out) Terminal (p. 127) Terminal Cover Lens Wrist Strap Mount * Attaching the Wrist Strap * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap. 14
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Preparing the Camera Back View Viewfinder (p. 38) Speaker SD Card Slot/ Battery Cover (pp. 21, 23) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 140) LCD Monitor (p. 32) Tripod Socket The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. Computer (p. 120) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately) • CP Printers Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with camera) or the Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with the CP-10
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Operation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 30) Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations Indicators (p. 17) are complete when connected to a computer Shutter Button (p. 40) Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) (p. 39) Playback: (Magnify) (p. 90)/ (Index) (p. 91) Mode Switch (p. 17) Print/Share Button (See below) (Light Metering) Button (p. 77)/ Button (Flash) Button (p. 58)/ Button (Continuous) Button (p. 63)/ (Self-timer) Button (p. 64)/ Button (Macro
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Preparing the Camera Indicator The indicator lights or blinks when the ON/OFF button or shutter button is pressed. Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Recording to SD card / Reading SD card / Erasing from SD card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning) Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode / Infinity mode/ AF lock Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (single beep). Although you can
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Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the camera or when the “Change the battery pack” message displays. Insert the battery pack into the 1 battery charger. Align the battery pack according to the arrows on the battery and the charger. Insert the battery securely. Battery charger model names and types 2 vary by region. (For CB-2LU) Plug the battery charger into a power outlet. Charge Indicator (For CB-
