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DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
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 your Canon
printer.
CDI-E084-010 XX02XXX © 2003 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
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Flowchart and Reference Guides 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.
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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. In this guide SD memory card (Secure Digital, a copyright protection system) is
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Thumb Index Quick Start 14 Preparing the Camera 16 Basic Functions 32 Shooting 58 Replaying 93 Erasing 113 Printing/Image Transfer Settings 116 Connecting the Camera to a Computer/TV 142 Lists of Menu Options and Messages 148 Appendices 166 Troubleshooting 168 Specifications 172 3
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Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read This First .................................................. 7 Please Read ..........................................................................................7 Safety Precautions................................................................................8 Preventing Malfunctions.....................................................................13 Quick Start ...............
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Shooting a Movie ............................................................................... 71 Shooting in Stitch Assist .................................................................... 73 Locking the Focus (AF Lock).............................................................. 76 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ............................................ 78 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock).................................... 79 Switching between Autofocus Modes ....
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Downloading Images to a Computer ...................... 142 Connecting the Camera to a Computer via the USB cable.................142 Downloading Directly from an SD Card ............................................145 Shooting/Replaying with a TV.............................. 146 Lists of Menu Options and Messages ..................... 148 FUNC. Menu .....................................................................................148 Rec. Menu ...............................................
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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 power
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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 they are 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 terminal of the supplied compact power
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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 compact power adapter to charge the battery pack or power the camera. Do not s
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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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Quick Start Quick Start Charge the Battery Pack (p. 21) 1 Charge the battery pack using the supplied battery charger. The charging is complete when the charge indicator turns from orange to green. Charge Indicator Install the Battery Pack (p. 23) 2 Slide the SD card slot/battery cover open and press the battery lock while you insert the battery pack. Battery Lock Install the SD Card (p. 25) 3 Back Insert the SD card as shown on the bottom of the camera until you hear it click into plac
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Quick Start Focus (p. 42) 6 Aim the camera and lightly press (halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. Shoot (p. 43) 7 Press the shutter button fully. The shutter sound will sound when the shot is complete. View the Recorded Image (p. 60) 8 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 SET button and then release both. To Immedia
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Components Guide Front View Viewfinder Window (p. 40) AF-assist Beam (p. 43) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 63) Self-timer Lamp (p. 69) Flash (p. 63) Microphone (p. 104) DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 121, 143) A/V OUT (Audio/Visual OUT) Terminal (p. 146) Terminal Cover Lens The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. Computer (p. 143) USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with camera) Direct Print Compatible Printer (CP series, sold separately) (p. 121) Direct In
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Preparing the Camera Back View Viewfinder (p. 40) Speaker Wrist Strap Mount * Attaching the Wrist Strap SD Card Slot/ Battery Cover (pp. 23, 25) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 166) LCD Monitor (p. 34) Tripod Socket * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap. 17
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Operation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 32) Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer Shutter Button (p. 42) Indicators (p. 19) Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) (p. 41) Replay: (Magnify)/ (Index) (pp. 94, 95) Mode Switch (p. 20) (Light Metering)/ Button (p. 81) (Flash)/ Button (p. 63) (Continuous)/ (Self-timer)/ Button (pp. 68, 69) (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ Button (p. 65) FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Era
