Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Camera User Guide
Camera User Guide
This guide is for both PowerShot S10 and PowerShot S20 digital cameras.
Please read the notice on the next page before using your camera for the first time.
Refer to this guide for camera operating instructions and the Software Starter Guide for computer and
software related instructions.
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
This user guide is for both the PowerShot S10 and PowerShot S20 models. The model shown in this guide is the PowerShot S20. Unless otherwise noted, the menus and illustrations apply to both the PowerShot S10 and PowerShot S20 models. Precautions Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction and will not affect the camera’s performance or the stored images. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Disclaimer • 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. • No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
FCC Notice • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit (Digital Camera, Model PS 1025 and PC 1002) different from that to which the receiver is connected. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV Operation is subject to the following two conditions: technician for help. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Cl
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Basic Functions Table of Contents Before Shooting ........................................ 26 Turning the Power On/Off .................... 26 Read This First ............................................ 5 Using the Viewfinder ........................... 27 Using the LCD Monitor ........................ 27 Preparing the Camera Using the Shutter Button ...................... 28 Setting the Zoom ................................. 29 Guide to Components ............................... 11 Shooting in
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
Shooting Replaying Shooting in Manual Mode ........................ 35 Magnifying an Image (Single Image Replay) .. 50 Shooting in Image Mode .......................... 36 Rotating an Image .................................... 50 Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode ................. 37 Jumping Images ........................................ 51 How to Frame a Subject ....................... 38 Viewing Image Information ..................... 52 Camera Positioning .............................. 38 Autom
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Troubleshooting ....................................... 69 Erasing List of Message Codes .............................. 73 Quick Erase ............................................... 60 List of Messages ....................................... 74 Erasing All Images .................................... 60 List of Functions ....................................... 76 Protecting Images .................................... 61 Specifications ............................................ 77 Index .......
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Please ensure that you read Read This First and understand these handling and safety precautions before you operate your camera and equipment. Please Read Test Shots Before you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that you are operating the camera correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and distributors of its digital cameras are not liable for a
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood 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 power
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Read This First • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Si
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
• Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire. • Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. Replace a broken or damaged power adapter cord. • Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to elect
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Read This First • 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 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 other objects. Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries in speciali
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
• Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the wrist strap. • 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. • If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take care when operating the
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
This section explains how to install the batteries, CF Preparing the Camera card and wrist strap. Guide to Components Front View • AF Auxiliary Light Emitter • Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 27) • Display Panel (p. 15) • Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 31) • Flash (p. 30) • VIDEO OUT Terminal (p. 25) • Button Battery Holder (p. 67) • DIGITAL Terminal* • DIGITAL Terminal Cover * Used when the camera is connected to a computer. Open the cover and connect the interface cable to the • Lens camera’s digita
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Back View • Optical Viewfinder (p. 27) • CF Card Slot Cover (p. 20) • Lock for CF Card Slot Cover (p. 20) • Strap Holder (p. 24) • DC Coupler Cable Cover • Battery Cover (p. 17) • Battery Cover Lock (p. 17) * The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high- precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less • Tripod Socket than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. This has no effect on the • LCD Monitor* (p. 2
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Preparing the Camera Operation Panel • Mode Dial (p. 14) • Indicators (p. 15) • Shutter Button (p. 28) • Omni Selector Button, (Telephoto) / (Wide Angle) Button (p. 29) • (Exposure/White Balance) Button (pp. 43, 44) • MENU / SET Button • DISPLAY Button (pp. 27, 52) • (Macro) /Jump Button (pp. 42, 51) • (Continuous) / (Self-Timer) / (Magnification) Button (pp. 42, 31, 50) • (Flash) Button / (Multi) Button (pp. 30, 33) 13
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
• (Image Mode) Mode Dial A recording mode with settings adjusted to The Mode Dial is used to select the recording specific circumstances, such as landscapes, night and play modes. scenes and black and white images. (p. 36) • (Stitch Assist Mode) A recording mode that facilitates the creation of a multi-frame panorama that you merge with the supplied software. (p. 37) • (Off) Turn the dial to this position when the camera • (Play Mode) is not being used. The lens cover will close and The mode tha
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Preparing the Camera Display Panel Indicators The camera status is shown in the display panel. The indicators shine or flash when the shutter Settings, the remaining image capacity and the button is pressed to signal various states. battery charge are among the data it displays. • Upper Indicator Remaining Green: Ready to record Image Capacity Flashing Green: Recording to CF card/ Reading CF card Red: Ready to record with flash Flashing Red: Camera blur warning (low : Flash On : Exposure light w
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
• The CHARGING indicator will flash green while Preparing the Battery Pack the battery pack is charging. It will change to a Battery Pack NB-5H, Compact Power Adapter steady green when the battery pack is charged. CA-PS100/100E, power cords, DC Coupler • Remove the plug from the electrical outlet DR-100A and 2CR5 lithium batteries are sold after the battery pack is charged. separately in some regions. To confirm the package contents, see the • It takes approximately 90 minutes to back of the Sys
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
Preparing the Camera Installing the Battery • The battery pack continues to discharge a minimal portion of its power while Install the 2CR5 lithium battery or the installed in the camera, even with the rechargeable Battery Pack NB-5H. camera power off. This will shorten the 1 Turn the Mode Dial to the position. battery life. Remove it from the camera during extended periods of disuse. Place 2 Slide the battery cover lock in the it into the case provided and store it in a direction of the arrow
