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ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide CDI-E157-010 XXXXXXX © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN Camera User Guide Please read the Read This First section (p. 6). Please also read the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 2
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 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 3
Charging the Date/Time Battery • The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery that maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This battery recharges when the main battery pack is inserted into the camera. When you first purchase the camera, place a charged battery pack in it - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 4
• Auto • Manual • Portrait • camera's operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • This guide uses illustrations from the PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 in its explanations. • In this guide an SD memory card (Secure Digital - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 5
Malfunctions 12 Components Guide Components Guide 13 PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 13 PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30 16 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack 21 Installing the Battery Pack 24 Installing the SD Card 26 Formatting SD Cards 28 Setting the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 6
Manual 66 Digital Macro 66 Portrait 66 Night Snapshot 66 Kids&Pets 66 Indoor 66 Underwater 66 Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots 68 Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro 70 Using the Digital 98 Setting the Auto Rotate Function 99 Resetting the File Number 100 Playback Displaying - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 7
Software 139 Downloading Directly from an SD Card 139 Viewing Images on a TV set Viewing Images on a TV set 140 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Changing My Camera Settings 142 Registering My Camera Settings 144 List of Messages List of Messages 148 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 8
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 a format that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 9
pages, the term equipment refers primarily to the camera and its power supply accessories, such as the battery charger and separately sold compact power adapter. See the System Map for power supply accessory details. Storing SD cards Store the SD memory card out of the reach of children and infants - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 10
, remove the battery pack or unplug the battery charger from the power outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Failure - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 11
the cable may damage or exposure the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks. • Use only recommended power accessories. Use battery pack in specialized waste facilities if available in your area. • Use only recommended battery pack and accessories. Use of battery - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 12
charger and compact power adapter are designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. Caution about magnetic fields Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 13
. • Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the plug or cable is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet. • Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug. • If your camera is used for prolonged - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 14
. Remove the SD card and battery pack or compact power adapter from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use. Extended Storage When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the battery pack from the camera or battery charger and store the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 15
Components Guide Components Guide PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 Front View Terminal Cover AF-assist Beam (p. 48) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 65) Self-timer Lamp (p. 76) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Flash (p. 64) Lens Microphone (p. 112) Wrist Strap Mount DIGITAL Terminal (p. 134) - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 16
Back View LCD Monitor (p. 39) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Speaker Tripod Socket Battery Compartment (SD card/battery compartment) SD Card Slot/ Battery Cover (pp. 24, 26) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 154) 14 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 17
Components Guide Operation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 36) Indicators (p. 19) Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 18
/Video OUT) Terminal (p. 140) The interface cable and AV cable cannot be connected simultaneously. How to Open the Terminal Cover Attaching the Wrist Strap* You can use this toggle to open the terminal cover or SD card slot/battery cover. * When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not to - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 19
Components Guide Back View LCD Monitor (p. 39) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Speaker Tripod Socket Battery Compartment (SD card/battery compartment) SD Card Slot/ Battery Cover (pp. 24, 26) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 154) 17 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 20
Operation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 36) Indicators (p. 19) Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer Zoom Lever Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) (p. 46) Playback: (Index) (p. 105)/ (Magnify) (p. 104) Shutter Button (p. 47) Mode - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 21
Components Guide PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30 Holding the Camera Images become blurred if the camera moves when the shutter button is pressed. Hold the camera as shown below to avoid camera movement when shooting. Hold the camera firmly - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 22
• Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (supplied with the camera) • Downloading images (Windows only): See p.132 of this guide and the Software Starter Guide (supplied with the camera) The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection. Blue: Ready to print/Ready to transfer - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 23
pack the first time you use the camera or when the "Change the battery pack" message displays. Symbol 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Align the on the battery pack and battery charger and insert it correctly. Charge Indicator 2 Battery charger model names and types vary by - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 24
terminals may cause poor contact between the battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the battery pack. zDo not rapidly overturn or wave the battery charger around when it contains the battery pack. The battery pack could fly out. zAt low - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 25
0 to 30 °C (32 to 86 °F). If you do not use the battery pack for long periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully in the camera about once a year before returning it to storage. zIf the performance of the battery pack diminishes substantially even when it is fully charged, its life - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 26
it for the first time. 1 1 Slide the SD card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrows. 2 Battery Lock 2 Press the battery lock while inserting the battery pack all the way in until the lock clicks. Symbol Align the on the battery pack and battery chamber and insert it correctly. To - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 27
, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the SD card. • Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use. Please note, however, that the date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three weeks. Please - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 28
before inserting it in the camera. It may damage the camera if inserted backward by mistake. Turn the camera power off and insert the SD card with the following procedures. 1 Slide the SD card slot/battery cover 1 in the direction of the arrows. 2 2 Insert the SD card. • Push it in with your - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 29
this time. It could corrupt the image data. - Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks. - Turn the camera's power off, or open the SD card slot/battery cover. • Please note that SD cards formatted with other manufacturers' cameras or a computer, or formatted or edited with application programs - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 30
one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) an SD card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. 1 Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. Power Lamp 2 Press the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 31
be less than the rated capacity of the SD card. This is not a malfunction of the SD card or camera. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted SD card might be the cause. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand SD card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 32
subject to high humidity and high temperatures Precaution for Multi Media Cards This camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may use multi media cards (MMC) with this camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the use of multi media - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 33
the Date and Time The Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion date/time battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time. 1 Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 34
and time settings may reset to the default settings if the camera battery has been removed for more than three weeks. Reset them when this User Guide or the Software Starter Guide supplied with the camera. Charging the Date/Time Battery - The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 35
While the clock display is on, you can change the display color by pressing the or button or by firmly holding and gently shaking the camera as shown in the illustration. Feel free to change to your preferred color. The clock display will cease when the display interval is over or - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 36
Setting the Language Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display. 1 Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. Power Lamp 2 Press the MENU button. The (Rec.) or (Play) menu is - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 37
Preparing the Camera 5 Use the , , or button to select a language and press the FUNC./SET button. 6 Press the MENU button. The display will return to the the MENU button. This function cannot be used while a movie clip is played back, or a separately sold printer is connected to the camera. 35 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 38
extends when the mode switch is set to or . • The LCD monitor will turn on when the mode switch is set to or SD card cannot record (p. 26). • The Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery charge is low. Reset - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 39
is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than the ON/OFF button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on. * This time can be changed (p. 55). Playback Mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed on the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 40
the mode switch position from or to . • When a printer is connected, images can be printed (see the Direct Print User Guide). • When a camera is connected, recorded images can be downloaded to and viewed with a computer (p. 133). • When a printer is properly connected, the , or icon appears on the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 41
saved by the camera when the power is turned off so that the same setting is automatically available when the power is turned on again. However, the setting may be lost when the power has been turned off after the "Change the battery pack" message has displayed, while the LCD monitor was on - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 42
Playback Mode ( ) When the mode switch is set to , the LCD monitor will turn on. Press the DISP. button. The display mode changes as follows with each press. Standard Detailed No Information In index playback mode (p. 105), the detailed display is not available. 40 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 43
monitor. Set the flash to or , or affix the camera to a tripod to shoot. • Right after a shot is taken, the image and its information appear in the LCD monitor for 2 seconds (or for the number of seconds selected if the review time was changed (2 - 10 sec.)) even if you release the shutter button - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 44
Mode) Metering Mode (p. 90) Shooting Method (pp. 73, 76) * Low Battery (p. 25) Macro/Infinity (p. 68) Zoom Magnification* (p. 46) Flash (p. Camera Shake Warning (p. 41) * Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information). Zoom powers indicate the combined optical and digital - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 45
Playback Information-Standard (Playback Mode) File Number Basic Functions Image Number Shooting Date/Time Protection Status (p. 118) Resolution (Still Images) (p. 62) WAVE Format Sound (p. 113) Movie (p. 106) Compression (Still Images) (p. 62) Playback Information-Detailed (Playback Mode) - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 46
file File with unrecognized format Please note that image information recorded by this camera may not display correctly on other cameras and image information recorded by other cameras may not display correctly on this camera. Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 47
up shots, portions of the close-up subject may not appear in the recorded image. Use the LCD monitor when taking close-up shots. About the Autofocus Function This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology which uses a broad metering field to calculate the focal distance with - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 48
to zoom to zoom Digital Zoom When the LCD monitor is on, you can shoot with a combined optical and digital zoom up to approximately 11x with the PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 and 10x with the PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/ DIGITAL IXUS 30 (p. 72). The digital zoom is unavailable in - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 49
complete • Orange: Flash will fire • Blinking Orange: Camera shake warning/ Insufficient exposure Lower Indicator • Yellow: Macro AF lock to shoot when the indicator blinks yellow (p. 86). zAF Frame Status (LCD Monitor On) AiAF On (p. 85) • Green Frame: Metering complete (focused AF frame - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 50
Press the shutter button fully. While the image is being recorded to the SD card, the indicator blinks green. Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging Beam off or shooting in dark places may make it more difficult for the camera to focus. - The red-eye reduction lamp may emit when the flash - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 51
Basic Functions Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting and playback settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/Time and sounds. Menus are displayed by pressing the FUNC./SET or MENU button according to the circumstances. Use the following - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 52
FUNC. Menu ( ) Shooting Mode (p. 66) ( ) Photo Effect (p. 97) ( ) Movie Mode (p. 78) ( ) Compression (p. 62) ( ) Exposure Compensation (p. 91) ( ) Frame Rate (p. 81) ( ) Long Shutter Mode (p. 92) ( ) Resolution (p. 62) ( ) White Balance (p. 94) ( ) Resolution (Movie) (p. 63) ( ) ISO Speed (p. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 53
, the (Play) menu appears. 3 Use the or button to select the Rec./Play, Set up, or My Camera menu. • Select the menu with the / , or icon in the upper left corner of the LCD monitor selected. • The zoom lever lets you select the menu even if the / , or icon is not selected - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 54
. Menu (The menu will appear slightly different depending on the Shooting mode) Play Menu Set up Menu Shooting Mode Playback Mode My Camera Menu • When the My Camera menu is displayed, pressing the button displays the Rec./Play menu. • When the Rec./Play menu is displayed, pressing the button - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 55
Beam Digital Zoom Review Date Stamp Long Shutter Stitch Assist Options Reference Page Sets whether or not the camera automatically selects • Off p. 48 Sets the digital zoom to on or off. • On • Off* p. 72 Sets the duration images display on the LCD monitor after the shutter button releases. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 56
images. p. 112 Deletes all images from an SD card (except for protected images). p. 120 Plays or photo developing service. Specifies settings for images before downloading to a computer in the (My Camera) Menu Interact (p. 57). - • On • Off* (Still beeps to warn of an error even when set - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 57
camera operation is performed. • 10 sec. • 20 sec. • 30 sec. • 1 min.* • 2 min. • 3 min. Sets the date and time and the date format. p. 31 Sets the length of time for which the clock displays. • 0 - 5* - 10 sec. • 20 sec. • 30 sec. • 1 min. • 2 min. • 3 min. p. 33 Formats (initializes) SD cards - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 58
Menu Item File No. Reset Auto Rotate Language Video System Options Reference Page Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new SD cards are inserted. • On • Off* p. 100 Sets whether or not images shot with the camera held vertically are automatically rotated in the display. • On* • Off - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 59
and shutter sound used on this camera. These are called the My Camera settings. You can also customize the and options for each item with images recorded on the SD card and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide for details. Menu Item Theme Start - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 60
or button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. To exit without resetting, select [Cancel]. • Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. • The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The Date/Time, Language and Video System options in the (Set - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 61
change the settings easily. 2 Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen and will appear on the LCD monitor. 3 Aim the camera at the subject. 4 Use the zoom lever to achieve the desired composition (relative subject size in the viewfinder) (p. 46). 5 Press the shutter - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 62
shutter when the shutter activates. • The picture appears for two seconds on the LCD monitor. • See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 176). • With the Review function, you can change the length of time images show on the LCD monitor after shooting, or set it so they do not show at all - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 63
any time in the range of 2 to 10 seconds in one-second increments. 1 In the (Rec.) menu, select [Review]. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). 2 Use the or button to select the review setting and press the MENU button. • With the [Off] option, the image will not automatically display. • In the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 64
sizes vary according to region. **The resolution at the (Large) setting is as follows: PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: 2272 x 1704 pixels PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30: 2048 x 1536 pixels Compression Superfine Fine Normal Purpose High Quality • Shoot higher quality - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 65
to change the settings easily. 3 Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen. • See Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 161). • See SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 160). 63 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 66
. - - - - U U -- - - - - - U Setting available UCan be selected for the first image only 1 Press the button to switch between flash modes. The selected flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. 64 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 67
avoid camera shake. - Shooting in , , , , or mode Be careful to hold the camera still to avoid camera shake. - Shooting in , or mode Fix the camera to recharging time will vary with such factors as the shooting conditions and battery charge. Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. • - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 68
up to the camera (p. 59). Manual Lets you adjust the exposure, white balance, photo effect and other settings yourself. Digital Macro You can much as possible. Appropriate for shooting images with the All Weather Case AW- Underwater DC30 (sold separately). This mode uses an optimal white - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 69
appear on the LCD monitor. • Except for the or mode, the shooting procedures are the same as for Shooting in Auto Mode (p. 59). • See Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro) (p. 70) for shooting in mode. • To shoot in mode, refer to the All Weather Case User Guide that accompanies All Weather - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 70
the / button to select the macro/infinity mode. The selected macro/infinity mode appears on the LCD monitor. To cancel the macro/infinity mode Press the / button to remove or from the display. • Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode since images composed with the viewfinder may be - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 71
See Photo Tips and Information (p. 164). Image Area in Macro Mode When the zoom is set between the maximum telephoto and wideangle settings, the effective distance from the lens to the subject becomes the same as for the maximum telephoto setting. Zoom Setting (35mm Film Equivalent) Max. Telephoto - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 72
to the following powers in the digital macro mode. PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 1.4x, 1.8x, 2.2x, 2.7x, 3.6x PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 1.3x, 1.6x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.2x • The digital macro mode cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. • Be - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 73
on the LCD monitor. 4 Use the zoom lever adjust the zoom to achieve the desired composition. • See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 176). • The image area for close-ups at the maximum power of magnification for digital macro is as follows: - PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 74
with the combined optical and digital zoom functions. PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 4.3x, 5.3x, 6.7x, 8.2x, 11x PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 3.8x, 4.8x, 6.0x, 7.4x, 10x The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. 1 Press - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 75
recommended SDC-512MSH SD card (sold separately) is used. * This figure reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual figures SD card in the camera after you save all its images to your computer. • The interval between shots may lengthen slightly when the camera's built-in memory - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 76
, allowing you to change the settings easily. 3 Press the FUNC./SET button. • The display will return to the shooting screen and will appear on the LCD monitor. • When you press the shutter button halfway, the area that will not get printed grays out. Selecting cancels the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 77
in the LCD monitor when the date stamp setting (see below) is set to Date or Date & Time. • For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide. Embedding the may not print when selecting the credit card size print (54 x 86 mm (2.1 x 3.4 in)) to print on a compact photo printer - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 78
Using the Self-timer Shooting Mode With this function, images are shot 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. This is useful when you want to take a memorable photo with everyone including yourself in the picture. The self-timer can be used in any shooting mode. 1 Press the button to - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 79
the shutter button is pressed. The shutter activates in 2 seconds. • The self-timer sound can be changed with the Selftimer Sound item in the (My Camera) menu (p. 57). • See Photo Tips and Information (p. 164). 77 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 80
frames recorded/replayed in one second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the motion. * The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the SD card you use. See page 160 for details. 1 Slide the mode switch to (Movie). The maximum recording time (in seconds) is displayed. 2 In the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 81
maximum recording time may vary with the subject and shooting conditions. Just before the maximum is reached, or just before the SD card fills to capacity, the counter at the bottom right of the LCD monitor will display in red and recording will stop automatically after approximately 10 seconds. 79 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 82
according to camera usage and SD card performance. If free space in the camera's internal memory becomes too scarce, even if there is surplus recording time or capacity available, the "!" symbol will display at the bottom right of the LCD monitor in red and the camera will automatically cease - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 83
Shooting Changing the Frame Rate In the (Standard) mode, you can select between one of two frame rates (number of frames recorded each second): (30 frames/sec.) or (15 frames/sec.). 1 In the FUNC. menu, select *. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). * The current setting is displayed. 2 Use - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 84
brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the contrast in brightness is too great. • To shoot landscapes, swivel (pan) the camera around its own vertical axis. 82 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 85
Shooting • To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it. Shooting Images can be shot in two sequences in Stitch Assist mode. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 86
4 Shoot the first frame in the sequence. The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image. 5 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • Use the or button to check or retake the recorded images. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 87
the focus. Off The camera focuses using the center AF frame. This is convenient for focusing on a specific part of a subject with greater certainty. The symbol represents the AF frames as they appear in the LCD monitor. 1 In digital zoom is used. 85 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 88
• Subjects with horizontal stripes Shooting with the Focus Lock 1 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the shutter button halfway (two beeps will play). The focal distance to the object is locked. 3 Re-aim the camera to compose - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 89
shoot. To Release the AF Lock Press the / button. • When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AiAF] to [Off] (p. 85) is recommended since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only. • The AF lock is convenient because you can let go of the shutter - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 90
button to turn the LCD monitor on. 2 Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting. 3 Press the shutter button halfway (two beeps will play) and press the button. • The exposure setting is locked. • The icon will display. 4 Re-aim the camera - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 91
. 1 Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. 2 Press the button to set the flash to . 3 Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock subject. • The icon will display. 5 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release the FE - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 92
Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering. It evaluates . Meters the area within the spot AE point at the center Spot of the LCD monitor. Use this setting when you want to set the exposure on the subject - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 93
in the range -2 to +2. • You can confirm the effect of the setting in the LCD monitor. • You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the return to the shooting screen. To Reset the Exposure Compensation Return the setting to 0. See Photo Tips and Information (p. 164 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 94
Shooting in Long Shutter Mode Shooting Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. 1 In the (Rec.) menu, select [Long Shutter]. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). 2 Use the or button to select [On] and press the MENU button. The display will - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 95
monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. • Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears on the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before shooting. • Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 96
For recording with the optimal white balance data memorized in the camera from a white-colored object, such as white paper or Custom White Balance (p. 95). • You can confirm the effect of the setting in the LCD monitor. • You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 97
can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color. In particular, take a custom white balance - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 98
the white paper, cloth or gray card and press the MENU button. • If you are using the LCD monitor, compose the image so the paper or cloth completely fills the center frame in the display, or the entire viewfinder, before pressing the MENU button. The camera reads the white balance data when you - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 99
(p. 49). * The current setting is displayed. Shooting 2 Use the or button to select an effect. • You can confirm the photo effect in the LCD monitor. • You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. 3 Press the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 100
Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area, or use a fast shutter speed. 1 In the FUNC. menu, select *. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 101
screen. • When the Auto Rotate function is set to [On] and the LCD monitor is set to the detailed display mode, the (normal), (right end is On], the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images. • When the camera is held vertically to shoot - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 102
assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. The file number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new SD On card is inserted. New images recorded on SD cards with existing files are assigned the next available number. Off The file number of the last image - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 103
cannot contain 99 in the last two digits). Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits Folder File Capacity Each folder usually contains up to 100 copied from a computer or images shot with other cameras. Please note, however, that the images in folders containing 2001 or more images cannot - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 104
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Playback Playback Displaying Images Individually 1 Slide the mode switch to (Playback). The last recorded image will appear in the display (single image playback). 2 Use the or button to move between the images. Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move the next image. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 106
or button to move around the image. 3 Press the FUNC./SET button. • The image advance mode will become active and will display in the LCD monitor. Press the or button to display the preceding or next image at the same level of magnification. • You can change the magnification level with - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 107
Playback Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward . Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. Selected Image Movie 2 Use the , , or button to change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward while - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 108
Viewing Movies You can play movie clips shot in mode. Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Use the or movie. Images with a button to select a icon are movies. 2 Press the FUNC./SET button. • The movie control panel will display. • Use the or button to adjust the sound volume. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 109
Playback Pausing and Resuming Play Press the FUNC./SET button during playback. The movie playback pauses. Press the FUNC./SET button again to resume. Operating the Movie Control Panel 1 Select a movie and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 106). The movie control panel will display. 2 Use the or button - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 110
frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading SD cards. • Movies recorded at the Fast Frame Rate setting and with the original frame rate, you are recommended to play the movie back on the camera's LCD monitor or on a computer. • You may experience frame dropping and audio - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 111
Playback Editing Movies Selecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwanted portions at the start or end of a movie clip. Protected movies and movies less than 1 second in duration cannot be edited. 1 Use the or button to select a movie and press the FUNC./SET button. Movie - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 112
movie with its original file name. The pre-edit data is lost. • When the SD card lacks sufficient space to create a new file, only [Overwrite] can be selected. • 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the battery pack runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved. When - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 113
by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images. • Images can be magnified when rotated (p. 104). • Images taken vertically with Auto Image Rotate (p. 99) set to [On] will automatically be rotated to the vertical position when viewed on the camera's LCD monitor. 111 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 114
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback, index playback, and magnifying playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button. See - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 115
stopped and press the FUNC./SET button. • You cannot attach sound memos to movies. • The "Memory card full" message will display when the SD card is full and you will be unable to record sound memos to that card. • If an incompatible sound memo is attached to an image, you will be unable to record - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 116
displayed oneby-one in an automated slide show. Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 124). All Images Plays all images on the SD card in order. Slide Show 1-3 Plays the images selected for each slide show in order (p. 115). 1 In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 117
Playback 4 Press the MENU button. The display will return to the Play menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the playback screen. • Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of the time set in the slide show settings. • The power-saving function does not activate during a - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 118
2 Use the or button to select [Program] and the or button to select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3]. A white checkmark will appear beside a show already containing images. 3 Use the or button and the or button to choose [Select] and press the FUNC./SET button. 4 Select images for the Slide Show • Use - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 119
that each image displays. Choose between 3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual. Repeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or to arrange on a computer with the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser). See the Software Starter Guide. 117 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 120
screen. To Cancel Protection After step 1, select an image to remove protection from and press the FUNC./SET button. Please note that formatting (initializing) an SD card erases all data, including protected images (p. 28). 118 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 121
Erasing Erasing Erasing Single Images • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 Use the or button to select an image for deletion and press the button. 2 Use the or button to - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 122
Erasing All Images You can erase all the images saved on the SD card. • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. You should format the SD card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 123
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printer*1 with a single cable and pressing the button on the camera. - Selecting images and specifying the number of print copies (DPOF*2 print settings) with the camera before sending the images (SD card) to a photo developing center *1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 125
User Guide supplied with the camera. Also, refer to your printer's manual. Please check the System Map to confirm the compact photo printer (SELPHY CP series), card : On/Off For details, see the Direct Print User Guide. DPOF Transfer Order z Select the images to download to a computer (p. 130) 123 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 126
an SD card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF, or for printing on a direct print compatible printer. See the Direct Print User Guide for instructions on - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 127
Number of Print Copies Selected for an Index Print 3 Select images for printing. As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings (p. 128). (Print Type) • (Standard)/ (Both) Use the or button to select an image and the or button to select the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 128
All the Images on an SD Card 1 In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). 2 Use the or button to select [Order] and press the FUNC./SET button. To cancel the DPOF print settings, select [Reset]. 3 Press the zoom lever toward . The display - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 129
by your camera. • The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings. • Print settings cannot be set for movie images. • Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date. • A maximum of 998 images can be selected per SD card - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 130
). 2 Use the or button to select [Set up] and press the FUNC./SET button. All print settings for the image are canceled when you select [Reset]. 128 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 131
] as the Print Type, you can also set the Date and File No. settings to [On] at the same time. However, the data that is supported may vary among printers. • Embedded dates in (Postcard Date Imprint mode, p. 74) print out even when [Date] is set to [Off]. The date prints in - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 132
for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. The icon may display for an SD card that has had transfer - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 133
to the playback screen. • Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date. • A maximum of 998 images can be selected per SD card. 131 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 134
installing any software. See Connecting the Camera to a Computer (p. 133) (Software Installation Not Required) and Connecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing Software (p. 139). • Downloading Directly from an SD Card See Downloading Directly from an SD Card (p. 139 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 135
2000/Windows XP: 256 MB or more Interface USB Free Hard Disk • Canon Utilities Space - ZoomBrowser EX: 250 MB or more (Including the PhotoRecord printing program) - PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more • Canon Camera TWAIN Driver: 25 MB or more • Canon Camera WIA Driver: 25 MB or more Display 1,024 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 136
21). • All procedures performed with a connection to a USB 2.0 compliant board are not guaranteed. 1 Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (first time only). • Please see the Software Starter Guide for the installation procedures. • With - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 137
remove the interface cable from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. 3 Set the mode switch to (Playback). 4 Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. • Windows: Proceed to step 5 below. • Macintosh: Refer to the Software Starter Guide and download images. 5 Select [Canon CameraWindow] in - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 138
The following window will display. • Using the software and computer to download images: See the Software Starter Guide. • Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function) See Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (p. 137). 136 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 139
Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the supplied software and adjust the computer settings Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. • The button will light blue. • Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 140
to select images to download and press the button (or FUNC./SET button). The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. 4 to the BMP format after downloading. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera's power is turned off. - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 141
OS X Users. 1 Use the supplied interface cable to connect the computer's USB port to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. See steps 2-4 and onward starting on p.134. 2 Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed with downloading. Downloading Directly from an SD Card 1 Eject the SD card from the camera and - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 142
television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable AVC-DC300. 1 Turn off the Camera and the TV. (p. 36) 2 Connect the AV cable to the camera's A/V OUT terminal. • Use the toggle on the wrist strap to open the terminal cover (pp - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 143
be used in Stitch Assist mode. • No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a TV. • If the TV is a stereo model, you can plug the audio plug into either the left or right Audio In jack. Please refer to the TV's manual - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 144
three choices. Example: Start-up Image The option features science fiction related images and sounds. The option features animals. Changing My Camera Settings 1 Select the (My Camera) menu. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). 2 Use the or button to select an item. 3 Use the or button to select - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 145
can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway. • If you select (Theme) in Step 2, you can select a consistent theme for each of the My Camera settings. • The beep will not play but the start-up image will display if the [Mute] option in the (Set up) menu is set to - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 146
Operation Sound • Start-up Sound A computer is required to restore the My Camera Settings to the defaults. Use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser) to add the default settings to the camera. Registering SD Card Images and Sounds 1 Slide the mode switch to (Playback). 2 Select the (My - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 147
is exceeded. • After recording, use the or button to select (Register Sound) and press the FUNC./SET button. • Select (End) to return to the My Camera menu without registering. • Select (Play) to play the recorded sound. 7 Use the or button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. To cancel - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 148
Camera setting is added. File Format of My Camera Settings My Camera settings should conform to the file formats below. However, SD card images shot with this camera can be registered as My Camera camera by creating and adding new My Camera settings. 146 See the supplied Software Starter Guide for - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 149
147 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 150
may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... No memory card Card locked! Cannot record Memory card error! Memory card full Naming error! Change the battery pack. No image - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 151
for a nonJPEG file. Exx (xx: number) Camera malfunction. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 152
Troubleshooting Problem Camera will not operate Camera will not record Cannot play back Cause Solution Power is not turned • Press the ON/OFF button for a on moment. SD card slot/battery • Confirm that the SD card slot/ cover is open battery cover is securely closed. Insufficient battery - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 153
Problem Cause Solution Cannot play back File name was • Set the file name or location on changed with a the file format/structure of the computer or file camera. location was changed See About File Numbers and Folder Numbers (p. 101). Lens will not retract SD card slot/battery • First - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 154
Problem Image is blurred or out of focus Subject in recorded image 30 - 50 cm (1.0 - 1.6 ft.) from the subject (3 - 50 cm (1.2 in. 1.6 ft.) at maximum wide angle). • In digital macro mode, stay in the range of 3-10 cm (1.2 - 3.9 in.) from the subject at maximum wide angle. • Use the Infinity mode - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 155
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Subject in recorded image is too bright Light is shining directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera • Change the shooting angle. Flash is set to on • Set the flash to off. A bar of light (red, purple) appears on the LCD monitor - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 156
chamber and insert the DC coupler correctly. • Slide the SD card slot/battery cover closed. DC Coupler DR-10 3 Open the DC coupler terminal cover and attach the cord to the DC terminal. After you have finished using the camera, unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet. 154 Use of an AC - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 157
the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate Canon Customer Support leaflet. LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 158
data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30 (W): wide angle (T): telephoto Camera Effective Pixels PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 4.0 million - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 159
Shooting PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 2.4 shots/sec. PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 2.8 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode with LCD monitor off) Self-timer Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./approx. 2sec. delay Recording Media SD memory card - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 160
Direct Print Display Languages My Camera Settings 158 Still images: PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: Large: 2272 x 1704 pixels Medium 1: 1600 x 1200 pixels Medium 2: 1024 x 768 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30: Large: 2048 x 1536 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 161
83 in.) Thinnest section: 19.9 mm (0.78 in.) Weight (camera body only) PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 130 g (4.59 oz.) PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 115 g (4.06 oz.) *1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 162
SD Cards and Estimated Capacities Still Images : With card included with the camera SDC-16M SDC-128M SDC-512MSH (2272 x 1704 pixels) 6 61 237 PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 12 109 425 24 217 838 (2048 x 1536 pixels) 8 74 295 PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 163
KB 558 KB 320 KB 150 KB 556 KB 445 KB 278 KB 170 KB 84 KB * Same for both the PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 and the PowerShot SD200 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 30 models. Movie Resolution Frame Rate Standard Fast Frame Rate Compact (640 x 480 pixels) (320 x 240 pixels) (320 x 240 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 164
fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • The included memory card is used. *Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 165
SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Approx. 2 g (0.1 oz.) Battery Pack NB-4L Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Cycle Life Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 166
seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a stable surface shooting conditions. If this happens, adjust the exposure compensation manually. Underexposure The whole recorded image is dark, which makes - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 167
) Macro mode can make unique images when used with the zoom function. For example, shooting a flower at maximum wide angle in Macro mode allows the camera to bring both the flower and the background into focus. However, shooting at maximum telephoto can throw the background out of focus to make the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 168
photos that might escape the naked eye. Image Comparison Standard Mode (Subject Distance: 30 cm (1.0 ft.) Macro Mode Digital Macro Mode (Subject Distance: 3 cm (Subject Distance: 3 cm (1.2 in.)) (1.2 in.)) Digital Zoom: Approx. 3.6x for PowerShot SD300 DIGITAL ELPH/ DIGITAL IXUS 40 166 - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 169
AV Cable AVC-DC300 140 B Battery Capacity 162 Charging 21 Handling 22 Installing 24 C Clock Display 33 Compression 62 Computer System Requirements 133 Connecting the Camera to a Computer 132 Continuous Shooting 73 Custom White Balance 95 D Date/Time 31 DIGITAL Terminal 134 Digital Zoom - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 170
106 Shooting 78 Mute Mode 54 My Camera Menu Changing 142 Registering 144 My Camera Settings 142 File Format 146 O ON/OFF Review Duration 61 Rotate 111 S SD Card 26 Capacities 160 Formatting 28 Handling 30 Installing 26 Self-Timer 76 Set up Menu 54 168 Shooting Mode Auto 59 Digital - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 171
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due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, SD memory cards (SD cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon SD cards. Trademark Acknowledgments • Canon, PowerShot, PIXMA and SELPHY are trademarks of Canon Inc. • Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 177
. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 178
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings selected in each shooting mode are saved after you finish shooting. Shooting Function Page Movie Large Medium 1 Medium 2 Resolution Small Postcard - Canon PowerShot SD300 | PowerShot SD300/200, DIGITAL IXUS 40/30 Camera User Guid - Page 179
Function Shooting Page Movie Autofocus Modes AF-assist Beam Digital Zoom - - p. 85 U p. 48 - - p. 46 Light Evaluative - - Metering settings, all the other menu settings and changes made with the camera buttons can be reset to the default values in a single operation (p. 58). (1)
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