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Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information. • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference. ENGLISH - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 2
NB-6L (with terminal cover) Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap WS-DC11 Getting Started (This Guide) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk • A memory card is not included (see below). Warranty Card About Getting Started (This Guide) and the PDF Manuals To master more - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 3
and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 4
Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Power button Shutter button GPS antenna SX260 HS Microphone Flash Speaker Tripod socket DC coupler terminal cover Memory card/battery cover Strap mount • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons and dials on which they appear or - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 5
Guide Screen (LCD monitor) Mode dial AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal HDMITM terminal 1 (Playback) button n button l (Display) button Movie button Indicator b (Exposure compensation) / Up button e (Macro) / f (Manual buttons. • The following camera buttons and controls are - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 6
Package Contents 2 Compatible Memory Cards 2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide 4 Contents 6 Safety Precautions 6 Initial Preparations 10 Trying the Camera Out 17 Included Software, PDF Manuals.... 21 Accessories 28 Specifications 30 Safety - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 7
capacity of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if the power on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera. • Be battery, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may cause deformation of the camera or battery charger casing - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 8
are not using the camera. If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. • Before you discard the battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions. • Unplug the battery charger from the power - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 9
Safety Precautions • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 9 - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 10
Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. z After aligning the o marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 11
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (see Camera User Guide). Check the card's write-protect - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 12
facing as shown until it clicks into the locked position. z Make sure the memory card is facing the right way when you insert it. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Terminals Close the cover. z Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you slide it until it clicks - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 13
of the arrow. X The battery will pop up. Remove the memory card. z Push the memory card in until it clicks, and then slowly release it. X The memory card will pop up. Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on. Be sure to - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 14
the power button. • Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information. • To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose in step 2 and then choose by pressing the op buttons or turning - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 15
User Guide), even if the camera is left off. • Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on. Follow the steps on p. 13 to set the date and time. • Automatic date and time updating is possible using GPS (see Camera User Guide). SX260 HS - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 16
no longer displayed. • A clock icon is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the m button before you press the n button. In this case, press the m button to dismiss the clock icon and repeat step 2. • You can also change the display language by pressing the n button and choosing - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 17
Still Images Trying the Camera Out Movies Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 18
light conditions. AF Frames Shoot. z Press the shutter button all the way down. X As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. z Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. X Your shot remains displayed on the screen for about - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 19
Elapsed Time Trying the Camera Out X Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of z Press the movie button again to stop shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. X Recording will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full. Viewing After shooting images or movies, you - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 20
Trying the Camera Out z To access Scroll Display mode, turn the 5 dial rapidly. In this mode, turn the 5 dial to browse through images. z To return to single-image - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 21
erase all images at once (see Camera User Guide). Included Software, PDF Manuals The software and PDF manuals on the included CD-ROM are introduced below, with instructions for installation, saving images to a computer, and using the PDF manuals. Features of the Included Software After installing - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 22
. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website. System Requirements The included software can be used on the following computers. Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Windows Windows - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 23
the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions. Installing the Software and PDF Manuals Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 24
computer, refer to the computer user manual. Install the files. z Turn the camera on, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. X The software will connect to the Internet to update to the latest version and download new functions. Installation may take some time - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 25
If you have several cameras that were bundled with ImageBrowser EX on the included CD-ROMs, be sure to use each camera with their included CD-ROM and follow the on-screen installation instructions for each. Doing so will ensure that each camera will receive the correct updates and new functions via - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 26
PDF Manuals z Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. z Double click . CameraWindow Save the images to the computer. z Click [Import Images from Camera the camera off, and unplug the cable. z For instructions on viewing images on a computer, - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 27
Included Software, PDF Manuals • In Windows 7, if the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the icon in the taskbar. • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 28
Accessories Included Accessories Wrist Strap WS-DC11 Battery Pack NB-6L*1 (with terminal cover) Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE*1 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Power AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 Memory Card Card Reader Cable HDMI Cable HTC-100 Stereo AV Cable AVC- - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 29
Cases Waterproof Case WP-DC46 Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/ or explosion of a battery pack - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 30
) Weight (Based on CIPA Approx. 208 g (approx. 7.34 oz.; camera body only) SX260 HS Guidelines) Approx. 224 g (approx. 7.90 oz.; including batteries and memory card) Approx. 201 g (approx. 7.09 oz.; camera body only) SX240 HS Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time Number of Shots Movie - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 31
. 39 sec. for iFrame movies (see Camera User Guide). *2 Approx. 1 hr. 51 min. 3 sec. for iFrame movies (see Camera User Guide). • These values are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • Recording will automatically stop when - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 32
Specifications Flash Range Maximum wide angle (j) Maximum telephoto (i) 50 cm - 3.5 m (1.6 - 11 ft.) 1.0 - 2.0 m (3.3 - 6.6 ft.) Shooting Range Shooting Mode Focusing Range Maximum Wide Angle (j) Maximum Telephoto (i) A - 5 cm (2.0 in.) - infinity 1 m (3.3 ft.) - infinity 5 cm (2.0 in.) - - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 33
58.6 x 86.4 x 24.1 mm (2.31 x 3.40 x 0.95 in.) Weight Approx. 70 g (approx. 2.47 oz.) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 34
the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 35
Battery Charger CB-2LY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. battery. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details. In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS - Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | PowerShot SX260 HS / SX240 HS Getting Started - Page 36
English as required. Disclaimer • Reprinting, transmitting, 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
Getting Started
ENGLISH
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Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the
safety precautions.
•
This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera
correctly.
•
Keep the guide handy for future reference.
Please refer to the complete user guide included
on the CD-ROM for more detailed information.