Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS Software Guide for Windows
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EX • CameraWindow • Movie Uploader for YouTube • PhotoStitch Special Features Transfer Images and Movies Insert Text ABC Print Images Save Still Images From Movies Back Up to a CD Edit Movies A Attach Images to Email Plus many other useful features Table of Contents How to Use This Manual 1 - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 2
for your convenience. Read them as necessary. Operating Environment • This manual uses Windows Vista screen shots and procedures in the explanations. The upon the camera or printer model in use. • The explanations in this guide are based on the premise that a Canon compact digital camera will be - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 3
manual for instructions regarding the sleep (standby) mode. • Do not disconnect the camera from the computer if CameraWindow is displayed on the screen. IMPORTANT • You are recommended to use an AC adapter (sold separately) when connecting to a computer. Ensure that you use fully charged batteries - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 4
the Basics 9 Transferring Images...9 Transferring Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer 9 Printing...12 Printing a Single Image on a Single Page 12 Index Print...14 How to Use CameraWindow 16 First Menu Screen to Open...16 Image Transfer Screen...17 Organize Images Screen...18 How to - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 5
to a Camera 48 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY...49 About CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (for U.S.A. customers only 49 Registering...49 Available Services...50 Preference Settings...51 Customizing ZoomBrowser EX...51 Customizing the Task Buttons...51 Appendices...52 List of Available Functions...52 Supported Image Types - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 6
camera. You can use it to transfer images to and from the camera, organize images on the camera, and upload movies on the camera to web services and print images on a computer. If you close CameraWindow after transferring images, the window at the right will appear. You can also open the window by - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 7
More Advanced Techniques Appendices ZoomBrowser EX's Main Window How to Display the Main Window ZoomBrowser EX's Main Window will appear after the camera images are transferred and CameraWindow closes. You can also display it by doubleclicking the ZoomBrowser EX icon on the desktop. Names of the - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 8
Selecting Tasks and Task Window Procedures Many ZoomBrowser EX functions can be accessed by selecting a task in the Main Window and following the instructions in the guidance section of the new window. For further details on the functions, refer to "List of Available Functions" in the appendix - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 9
Techniques Appendices Transferring Images Transferring Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer Transfer the camera images to the computer. IMPORTANT • The instructions in this software manual assume that you have correctly installed the software. See the Camera User Guide for software - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 10
Things to Remember Mastering the Basics More Advanced Techniques Appendices 4 Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. Only images that have not yet been transferred will start to transfer. CameraWindow (Menu Screen) After you click [OK] in the dialog - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 11
automatically when this software is launched.]. Transferring Images Using a Memory Card Reader An action selection window will open when you insert a memory card into the memory card reader. If you select [View/Download Images Using Canon ZoomBrowser EX], ZoomBrowser EX will start and display the - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 12
Image on a Single Page Prints one image per page. Appendices HINT Printing Movies Movies cannot be printed, but you can extract still images from movies, and print them after they have been saved. For details on how to save still images from movies, refer to " - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 13
desired. Sets the printer, paper size and borderless printing settings. Click here to crop and print a portion of an image. Click here to insert text onto an image and print. Sets the shooting date/time imprint settings. 5 Click [3. Print]. Printing will start. HINT Printing Using Other Software - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 14
to Remember Mastering the Basics Index Print Prints an index of the images. More Advanced Techniques Appendices 1 Click the [Print & Share] task button in the Main Window. 2 Click [Index Print]. 3 Confirm that [1. Select Images] is chosen and select images for printing. Table of Contents 14 - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 15
4 Click [2. Printer and Layout Settings] and set the categories as desired. Select an image to rotate or trim. Sets the printer and paper size settings. Rotates selected images. Click here to crop a portion of the selected image and print it. Sets the number of rows or columns. 5 Click [3. Print - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 16
computer. Starts operations for protecting, rotating, and deleting images on the camera. Also transfers images from your computer to the camera. Starts operations for uploading movies on the camera to web services. Starts operations for setting the camera start-up screen, start-up sound, and various - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 17
Rotates chosen images 90° to the left or right. Transfers the image chosen in Viewer Window to your computer. Cancels image selection. Selects all images. The background of chosen images turns blue. IMPORTANT • The functions (buttons) that display will differ depending on the camera model. Table - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 18
The background of chosen images turns blue. IMPORTANT • The functions (buttons) that display will differ depending on the camera model. • Clicking the (Delete) button will delete the image from the camera. Exercise adequate caution, as you cannot retrieve the deleted images. Table of Contents 18 - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 19
in the Viewer Window. Task Buttons Selects a task to perform. Last Acquired Images You can check images by shooting date or My Category. Search Performs searches on images. Delete Deletes the selected images or folders. • Deleted images are sent to the Recycle Bin on the desktop. • The association - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 20
size to fit them into the window. Display Size Changes the size of the thumbnail in the Browser Area. Show/Hide Image Information Menu Select here to show/hide such image information as the file name or shooting date or rating beneath the thumbnail. Zoom Button Use this to zoom in and - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 21
] key and click a starting and ending image to select a range of adjacent images. Display Images Double-clicking an image in the Browser Area (or selecting the image and clicking (View Image)), displays it in the Viewer Window. Move, Copy Images To move an image between folders, drag it over the - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 22
deleted. Comment You can type a comment here. Keywords Sets the keywords used in searches. Brightness Histogram A graph of the highlights and shadows distribution in an image. Shooting Information Displays detailed information, such as the shutter speed and exposure compensation setting. The camera - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 23
it in this window. Change the display magnification. Zooming in displays the Navigator window to show the relative position on the image. Edit an image. Display the shooting information. You can configure the information display by clicking the [Tools] menu and selecting [Preferences]. Display at - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 24
Window. Red Eye Correction Restores eye appearance to the original color when light reflected from the flash makes them appear red. • Click [Start] when Auto mode is selected. • Switch to Manual mode if Auto mode cannot correct the image, and select the location of the eye to correct. Auto - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 25
the left side of the window: [Edit] and [Edit Image]. 2 Select an image. 3 [2. Select Editing Tool] 4 [Color/Brightness Adjustment] 5 [3. Finish] • Movies and RAW images cannot be edited. Adjusting Sharpness - Emphasizing Outlines Makes images appear sharper by emphasizing the outlines of subjects - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 26
also input values or an aspect ratio to specify the trim area. • Movies and RAW images cannot be edited. Inserting Text Use this to insert text onto the image. You can freely adjust the font, size, color and text attributes. HELLO Procedures 1 Select a task from the left side of the window: [Edit - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 27
side of the window: [Edit] and [Edit Image]. 2 Select an image. 3 [2. Select Editing Tool] 4 [Edit with external image editor] 5 [3. Finish] • The shooting information may be lost from images recorded with the camera and then processed and saved with another image editing program. • Movies and RAW - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 28
Advanced Techniques Appendices Attaching Sounds You can add sound effects or background music to images and play back the sounds. Adding Sound Procedures + 1 Select an image. 2 Symbol displayed on image thumbnails to which sound files have been added. [Edit] and [Add/Remove Sound]. • WAVE - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 29
direction, making it easier to merge the images. (Some camera models may not feature the Stitch Assist mode.) IMPORTANT • If a message appears, notifying you that the computer has insufficient memory, try one of the following methods to solve the problem. • Close all other applications other than - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 30
Movie Length • The length of movies you can save is shown at right. A message will appear if you try to save a longer movie. Reduce the length or size be transferred back to the camera. • Saving movies takes time, especially MOV type movies selected with [Save image type] takes a considerable amount - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 31
) are saved along with the image as a "recipe". • With Digital Photo Professional, you can adjust images to achieve the best results for your desired scene or subject by specifying a picture style. • The items available to be modified differ depending on the camera model. 5 [File] and [Convert and - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 32
of the Camera User Guide for compatibility. • For a more detailed explanation of operating procedures, download the Digital Photo Professional manual (PDF format) from the Canon website. HINT About RAW Images RAW images contain the data captured by the camera's image sensor without modification - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 33
that it can be published on the Internet or attached to an email message. Procedures 1 Select a task from the left side of the window: [Export] and [Export Still Images]. • You will lose the shooting information if you save images as a type other than JPEG. .bmp .jpg .tif Changing Movie Sizes and - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 34
from the left side of the window: [Export] and [Extract frames from a movie]. Extract your best shots as stills Exporting Shooting Information You can export the shooting information recorded with an image, such as the shutter speed and exposure, as a text file. Procedures 1 Select a task from - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 35
1 Select a task from the left side of the window: [Export] and [Export as a Screen Saver]. Creating Computer Wallpaper Images You can export images to serve as computer wallpaper images. Procedures 1 Select a task from the left side of the window: [Export] and [Export as a Wallpaper]. Table of - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 36
to CD-R/RW discs. Procedures 1 Select a task from the left side of the window: [Export] and [Backup to CD]. Back up important images or distribute your vacation photos on discs. IMPORTANT • This function can only be used with computers that satisfy the following requirements: • Equipped with a CD - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 37
camera or a computer. Procedures 1 Connect the camera to a computer to start CameraWindow. • For details, refer to steps 1- 3 in "Transferring Images". 2 [Upload Images from Camera (You must already have an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), browser software installed and an Internet - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 38
Images]. 2 Select an image to send. • You can also select multiple images or all images in a folder. 3 Click [2. Change Image Size] • You can change the image then clicking the [Tools] menu, followed by [Options], [Default Messaging Programs], [This application is not the default Mail handler], and - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 39
Things to Remember Mastering the Basics More Advanced Techniques Appendices Slide Shows Viewing Images in Slide Shows A multiple selection of images can be shown at full size on the screen in succession as a slide show. You can freely configure the transition effects, information displayed and - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 40
name in ZoomBrowser EX also changes the actual file name on the disk. xxx_01 xxx_02 xxx_03 xxx_04 xxx_05 Sorting Images into Folders by Shooting Date You can sort images into folders by their shooting dates. 200x/05/15 200x/05/16 Procedures 1 Select a task from the left side of the window - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 41
that can be used to rate images will list "Favorites" in the "Playback Menu" table of the "Menus" section at the end of the Camera User Guide. Inserting Comments You can freely insert your choice of text as Comments. Trip blue to the sea Esnanddleyssbweahcihtees Relaxing afternoon snooze - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 42
Favorite images are rated by adding stars ( ). Text input without restriction regarding the shooting circumstances or associated memories. Selections are made from a list (editable) of keywords, such as the photographic subject, place or action. ZoomBrowser EX, Digital Photo Professional, Camera - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 43
and Sorting Images Searching Images You can search images using parameters ] and [Search]. • After a search, the correlated images display in the [Search Results] folder. Keywords Revision Dates Tasks Related to Search Results You can select images in the [Search Results] folder and perform - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 44
in the Browser Area. Procedures 1 [Filter] Ratings My Category This section is used to specify the filter criteria. Sorting Images You can sort images in the Browser Area based on the specified parameters. DCAE B Type Modification Date Name Shooting Date Ascending/ Descending Order Rating - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 45
/reducing the magnification level or scrolling around the image to apply to all of the selected images in lock step, making it easy to check minute details of focus, coloring and other image characteristics. Actions performed on an image, such as scrolling or changing the magnification, are - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 46
to register to the start-up screen that appears when turning the camera on, and dedicated sounds to register to various camera operation sounds (My Camera Settings). My Camera Settings • Start-up Image • Start-up Sound • Shutter Sound • Operation Sound • Selftimer Sound Procedures 1 Connect the - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 47
If multiple My Camera Settings files are displayed in the left-hand list, choose the file you want to replace first, then register it in the camera. HINT Downloading My Camera Settings Files You can also download various files to use in My Camera Settings from CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Table of Contents - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 48
For details, refer to steps 1- 3 in "Transferring Images". 2 [Organize Images on Camera] 3 [Organize Images] 4 (Upload) 5 Select images. • If the Main Window is open when the camera is connected (directly after transferring for instance), open the CameraWindow (menu screen) by clicking the [Acquire - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 49
and an Internet connection). • See the homepage for information regarding browser versions (Microsoft Internet Explorer, etc.) and settings to best connect to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY online photo services. • Any ISP account charges and access fees must be paid separately. Registering First, register as - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 50
even from mobile phones Order prints Order an original collection of photos My Camera Settings Files on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Download files for My Camera Settings (certain models only) Table of Contents Also, you get the latest customer support information, just for registering your product 50 - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 51
to your preferences. • Overall themes, such as window appearances • Processing methods for images shot with the camera on end • Categories of shooting information displayed • Show/hide messages • Print settings • Zoom speed Procedures ZoomBrowser EX 1 [Tools] and [Preferences]. CameraWindow - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 52
Description of Function Only transfers images from the camera that have not yet been transferred. Only transfers chosen images from the camera. Transfers all images from the camera. Protect, rotate, and delete images on the camera. Also transfers images back to the camera from your computer. Uploads - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 53
and opens the registration page. Connects to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and goes to the top of the page. Connects to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and displays albums created. Connects to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and uploads images. Connects to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and downloads images and sounds for use with My Camera - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 54
(.CRW/.CR2) This is a proprietary image type provided by Canon. It saves the output of the image pixels from a digital camera without any deterioration in the quality of the image. Some cameras might not support this image type. Windows bitmap (.BMP) This image type comes standard with Windows. Most - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 55
required when you wish to delete the programs from your computer or when reinstallation is required to fix corrupted files. IMPORTANT • [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [ZoomBrowser EX] and [ZoomBrowser EX Uninstall]. The uninstall utility will - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 56
from "A," which is inserted as the third digit in the name. i.e. [STA_0001.JPG], [STB_0002.JPG], [STC_0003.JPG]... • All folders except the "xxx__mm" or "xxx_mmdd" folders contain image settings files. Do not open or delete them. • Depending on the camera, some data types cannot be recorded. Table - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 57
correct modes to transfer data? Some models require the camera to be set to the playback mode to transfer data. See the Camera User Guide for details. Is the battery sufficiently charged? Check the battery charge if you are powering the camera with a battery. You are recommended to use an AC adapter - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 58
page and resolve the problem. Camera not detected, Events dialog/AutoPlay/Device Stage won't display or images will not transfer to the computer (when camera is connected to the computer via an interface cable). The camera may have been recognized as another device. Solution: Delete the device with - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 59
the problem if the [Other devices], [Portable Devices] or [Imaging devices] categories do not appear or your camera model name or [Canon Camera] does not appear. Proceed to Step 5, and temporarily quit the procedures. 3 Select your camera model name or [Canon Camera], right-click and select [Delete - Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS | Software Guide for Windows - Page 60
, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual products. • The
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How to Use This Manual
Table of Contents
for Windows
Software Guide
• ZoomBrowser EX
• CameraWindow
ABC
Transfer Images and Movies
Insert Text
Save Still Images
From Movies
Edit Movies
Print Images
Back Up to a CD
Attach Images to
Email
Special Features
Plus many other useful features
• Movie Uploader for YouTube
• PhotoStitch