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- Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 1
the Camera EOS Utility Ver. 2.3 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III 40D REBELXSi 450D Instruction Manual O Content of this Instruction Manual O EU is used for EOS Utility. O Camera model is displayed as an icon. Example: EOS-1D Mark III J 1D Mk III O displays the relevant camera model. O In this manual, the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 2
Canon Inc. ([Canon]). IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM ON THE CD-ROM AND THE USER MANUAL 3. SUPPORT AND UPDATES: Canon is not responsible for providing maintenance or support for use of the SOFTWARE. No updates, fixes or support will - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 3
2 *3 Compatible with Service Pack 4 *4 .NET Framework is Microsoft software. It is installed together with EU. Supported Camera and Supported Images Can be used for RAW and JPEG images shot with the cameras below. EOS-1Ds Mark III EOS 40D EOS-1D Mark III EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/450D Introduction - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 4
accurate horizontal/vertical alignment O To change the aspect ratio and shoot O To shoot by operating the camera O To shoot with the timer ¿ p.25 ¿ p.31 ¿ p.31 ¿ p.32 ¿ p.33 Functions for use with other accessories sold separately O To shoot with the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2/ E2A or E3 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 5
to your computer (connecting your camera and computer), starting up EU, downloading images from your camera to your computer and exiting EU Images Using Digital Photo Professional ..... 9 Downloading Images Using ZoomBrowser EX ....... 9 Downloading Images without Using Canon Software..... - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 6
to connect your camera and computer using the interface cable provided with your camera. Connecting the Camera and Computer 1 Connect the large plug of the cable into the USB port of your computer. O For the location and direction of the USB port, refer to the computer User's Manual. 2 Connect the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 7
camera's memory card. The downloaded images are sorted by date into folders and are then displayed in the main window of Digital Photo appears. Select [Canon EOS Utility] and then click the [OK] button to start up EU. O This procedure is only necessary when connecting your camera and computer - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 8
the downloaded images in DPP. For details on using DPP, refer to the "Digital Photo Professional Instruction Manual" (PDF electronic manual). O Continue with "Exiting EU" (p.9). Downloading Selected Images to Your Computer From the images saved in your camera's memory card, you can select the ones - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 9
2 View the images and checkmark images to download. Viewer window Add checkmark 3 Click the [Download] button. 4 Specify the save destination and then click the [OK] button. Displays the save destination on the computer Download image dialog box Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 10
instructions, refer to "Downloading Images Using Your Card Reader" in the "Digital Photo Professional Instruction Manual" (PDF electronic manual). Downloading Images Using ZoomBrowser EX You can use . 2 Turn the camera's power switch to < OFF >. 3 Disconnect the cable from the camera and computer. O - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 11
Style Settings and Applying to the Camera 16 Customizing Picture Styles and Applying to the Camera 17 Applying Picture Style Files to the Camera 18 Registering Personal White Balance in the Camera ... 19 Setting JPEG Quality and Applying to the Camera .... 20 Adjusting White Balance and Applying - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 12
record these as shooting information of shot images. 3 Click the [ ] button. Capture window 1 Connect your camera and computer, and then start up EU (p.5). 2 Click [Camera settings/Remote shooting]. ¿ The capture window appears. ¿ The [Set-up menu] appears. Introduction Contents at a Glance - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 13
main window. ¿ The main window appears. Available Settings by Camera Model Setting 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III Owner's Name { Date/Time { Live View Function Settings O For more details on updating firmware, refer to the Canon's website. Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 14
Styles, personal white balance, JPEG quality and white balance adjustment. 1 Connect your camera and computer, and then start up EU (p.5). 2 Click [Camera settings/Remote shooting]. 3 Click the [ ] button. ¿ The capture window appears. ¿ The [Shooting menu] appears. Introduction Contents - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 15
] button to return to the main window. ¿ The main window appears. Available Settings by Camera Model Setting Picture Style Personal White Balance JPEG Quality White Balance Adjustment 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III { { { { 40D REBELXSi 450D { { - { Picture Style O You can set a Picture Style and apply it - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 16
Style and register up to three of your own Picture Styles in the camera as userdefined settings. You can also register Picture Style files in the camera as user-defined settings you have downloaded from the Canon's website or created with Picture Style Editor (Picture Style file creating software - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 17
If you select [Monochrome], the [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] list boxes appear. 5 Click the [Apply] button. ¿ The settings are registered in the camera. 6 Click the [Close] button. ¿ The [Picture Style settings] dialog box closes. 7 In the [Picture Style] window (the window in step 2), click - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 18
], [Saturation] and [Color tone] values and register up to three of these as user-defined settings in your camera, in the same way as operating from the camera. 1 Click [Picture Style] (p.15). ¿ The [Picture Style] window appears. 2 Click [Detail set.]. 4 Select a Picture Style from the [User - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 19
to three Picture Style files downloaded from the Canon's website or created with PSE and saved to your computer, as user-defined settings in your camera. 1 Click [Picture Style] (p.15). Picture Style file is loaded and applied to the camera. O The steps that follow are the same as step 5 to step 7 on - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 20
Picture Style files, refer to the Canon's website. O The Picture Style files that you can apply to the camera are files with the ".PF2" extension only. O For details on using PSE, refer to the "Picture Style Editor Instruction Manual" (PDF electronic manual). Registering Personal White Balance in - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 21
, refer to "Selecting the White Balance" ( 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III ) or "Setting the White Balance" ( 40D REBELXSi 450D ) in the camera's Instruction Manual provided with your camera. Setting JPEG Quality and Applying to the Camera 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III You can set the JPEG image quality and apply it - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 22
, follow the procedure in step 2. Setting My Menu and Registering to the Camera You can register up to six frequently used menu items as My Menu and register them to the camera, in the same way as operating from the camera. You can register top layer items of each tab as well as all - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 23
1 Downloading Images 2Camera Settings 3Remote Shooting 4 Preferences Reference ¿ The selected item is added to [Items that can be configured in My Menu on the camera] on the left side of the window. O You can register up to six items with the above procedure. O You can change the position of - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 24
28 White Balance 29 White Balance for Flash Photography 29 Adjusting the Horizontal/Vertical Alignment of the Camera 31 Changing the Aspect Ratio 31 Shooting by Operating the Camera 32 Timer-controlled Shooting 33 Timer Shooting 33 Interval Timer Shooting 33 Bulb Exposures 34 Introduction - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 25
Preparation Before Remote Shooting 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III Fix the plug to the camera with the cable protector to prevent 3 Connect the small plug of the cable into the < > terminal on your camera. Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images 2Camera Settings 3Remote Shooting 4 Preferences - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 26
your computer, you can focus the subject and check the results of your camera settings before shooting. Also, the shot image is saved directly on your computer and you can recheck it using linked Digital Photo Professional (hereinafter DPP). This function is effective for shooting large numbers with - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 27
window] is not displayed. O To perform exposure simulation (p.28) with [Remote Live View window] or enable display of histograms (p.49), set your camera's Custom Function [Live View exposure simulation] to [Enable]. O You can save shot images to both your computer and a memory card (p.37). O You - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 28
Adjusting the Focus Set the lens's focus mode switch to < AF > and you can adjust the focus while looking at the Remote Live View window. 1 Drag [ ] to the section you want to enlarge. Drag 2 Click the [ ] button. ¿ The section you selected in step 1 is displayed enlarged at 100% (actual pixel size - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 29
capture window (p.25, p.48). O When changing the camera settings in the capture window (p.25, p.48), click the aperture setting before performing any changes. 4 Preferences Reference Index You can also focus using a key operation on the keyboard. Adjustment Large amount Closer < I > Further - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 30
image in real time and you can check it in the [Remote Live View window]. O To apply the set white balance to your camera, click the [Apply to camera] button. White Balance for Flash Photography When taking flash shots where the subject is illuminated instantaneously, you can take a test shot under - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 31
3 Click on a point that is to be the standard for white. 4 Click the [Apply to camera and execute test shooting] button. Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images ¿ A shot will be taken again using the part of the image in step 3 clicked as the standard for white and the shot image - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 32
the [Remote Live View window] (p.25). 2 Click the [ ] button. ¿ Gridlines are displayed in the [Remote Live View window]. Changing the Aspect Ratio 1Ds Mk III 1D Mk III As with the camera's live view function, it is possible to shoot with a feeling similar to film-type medium-format/large-format - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 33
, you can shoot large quantities without having to worry about the capacity of the memory card. 1 Display the capture window (p.25). 2 Press the camera's shutter button and take a shot. ¿ The shot images are transferred to the computer, DPP starts up automatically, and the shot images are displayed - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 34
Timer-controlled Shooting Two types of timer shooting are available where the camera automatically takes shots at a specified time or a specified number. Timer Shooting You can automatically take a shot when the specified time elapses. 1 Display the capture window (p. - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 35
Bulb Exposures 1 Display the capture window (p.25). 2 Double-click the shooting mode icon and select [BULB]. 3 Set the desired aperture. 4 Click the [ ] button. ¿ The [Timer shooting settings] dialog box appears. 5 Enter the exposure time and click the [Start] button. O Enter a value between 5 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 36
4 Preferences You can change each of the EU functions in the preferences window to make them easier to use. Preferences 36 Basic Settings 36 Destination Folder 36 File Name 36 Download Images 37 Remote Shooting 37 Linked Software 37 Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 37
the Auto power off function is enabled or disabled. Destination Folder You can specify the save destination of images downloaded from your camera or of images shot remotely. Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images 2Camera Settings 3Remote Shooting File Name You can specify the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 38
download images] in the main window is clicked. Remote Shooting You can also save remotely shot images to the memory card inside the camera, and regardless of the camera's position at the time the shot is taken, activate the function that rotates the shot image. Set the rotation angle in the capture - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 39
you are looking for. Troubleshooting 39 Monitor Folder Function (Function for Use with the WFT-E2/E2A or E3/E3A 41 Function for Use with the Accessories 42 Folder Shooting Window Functions 51 Index 52 About This Instruction Manual 53 Trademark Acknowledgments 53 Introduction Contents at a - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 40
can cause faults and malfunctions (p.5). O Check that the camera's power switch is < ON > (p.5). O EU and the camera may not communicate normally with a cable other than the EOS DIGITAL camera-dedicated Canon interface cable (p.5). O Connect your camera and computer directly with the interface cable - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 41
waking up correctly. Refer to the computer User's Manual for more information on sleep mode. Remotely shot images using EU do not display in DPP O In Digital Photo Professional, select the [Tools] menu X [Sync folder with EOS Utility]. Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images 2Camera - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 42
E3/E3A) This is a function for checking your images with Digital Photo Professional (hereinafter DPP) in real time using the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2/E2A or E3/E3A (sold separately). For setting the WFT-E2/E2A or E3/E3A, refer to the Instruction Manual provided with the WFT-E2/E2A or E3/E3A - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 43
(Picture Style file creating software). For details on using the software for each accessory, refer to the instruction manual for the software. For Picture Style files, refer to p.18. 3 Click the software you want to start up. 1 Connect your camera and computer, and then start up EU (p.5). 2 Click - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 44
camera are saved in the memory card's [DCIM] folder with the following folder structure and file names. Refer to the following when copying images to your computer using ] ([Programs] in Windows 2000) X [Canon Utilities] X [EOS Utility] X [EOS Utility Uninstall]. 2 Proceed with the uninstallation - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 45
the driver deletion, exit all programs you are using and disconnect the dedicated cable from your computer. 1 Delete [EOS XXX PTP Driver]. O Your camera model is displayed in EOS XXX. O Click the [Start] button X select [Programs] X [Canon Utilities] X [EOS XXX PTP Driver] X [PTP Driver Uninstall - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 46
List of Main Window Functions Control camera tab sheet Accessories tab sheet (p.6) (p.7, p.46) (p.25, p.48) (p.41) (p.36) Exits EU (p.9) (p.42) Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images 2Camera Settings 3Remote Shooting 4 Preferences Reference Index 45 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 47
List of Viewer Window Functions (p.7 to p.8) Bracketing icon Switches the recording media Images already transferred to computer icon Selects the condition of the image Recording media folder hierarchy RAW + JPEG image icon RAW image icon sRAW + JPEG image icon Protect icon Audio recording icon - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 48
position My Menu (up to 6 items) All items that can be applied to My Menu Adds to My Menu Applies My Menu to the camera Deletes from My Menu Closes My Menu settings window Introduction Contents at a Glance 1 Downloading Images 2Camera Settings 3Remote Shooting 4 Preferences Reference Index 47 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 49
in preferences. Displays the [Remote Live View window] (p.26, p.49) Displays the [Test Shooting] window (p.29, p.51). Displays the main window (p.45) *2 When using the battery, the charge level is displayed. *3 You can select whether the save destination for shot images is only the computer or both - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 50
List of Remote Live View window Functions (p.25) Introduction Focus frame Sets the color temperature Contents at a Glance Controllers 1 Selects the white balance (p.29) Click white balance (p.29) Lens drive (p.28) Checks the depth of field (p.28) Shows/hides the controllers 1 1 Downloading - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 51
image Returns to the Remote Live View window Moves the display position *1 Clicking the [ ] button switches to a quality suited to focusing while viewing on your camera's LCD monitor; clicking the [ ] button switches to a quality suited to focusing while viewing on your computer. Index 50 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 52
List of Test Shooting Window Functions (p.29) Test Shooting button Displays the [Click white balance] window (p.30) Saves the test shot image Displays the capture window Enlargement ratio of the image Closes the window Rotates the image Enlargement/reduction of the image 100% (actual pixel - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 53
Camera (Remote Live View Shooting 31 Adjusting the White Balance 21 Applying Personal White Balance 19 Applying Picture Style Files 18 the EOS Utility Use with Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 42 Function for Use with OSK-E3 42 Function for Use with WFT-E2/E2A or E3/E3A 41 Function for use - Canon EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55IS Kit | EOS Utility 2.3 for Windows Instruction M - Page 54
Settings 37 Starting up EOS Utility 5 Supported Camera 2 Supported Images 2 System Instruction Manual has been reviewed thoroughly. However, if you should notice any errors or omissions, please contact a Canon Service Center. O Please note that irrespective of the above-mentioned, Canon
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