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    ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 7 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 144-149).
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    -800 g Canon Digital Camera h Warranty Card Solution Disk i User Guides Getting Started "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet Please also refer to the PDF manuals on the supplied CD-ROM: • Camera User Guide (Advanced functions of the camera) • Direct Print User Guide (Connecting the camera to a printer
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    and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next... PDF Manuals Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many features to shoot more challenging photos. The PDF manuals are included in the supplied CD-ROM. When the installation
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    are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read 6 25 System Map 32 Learning More 37 Components Guide 38 Indicator 41 Basic Operations 42 Menus and with the Optical Zoom 54 Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter 55 Using the Flash 59 Shooting
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    Table of Contents 3 Various Shooting Methods 66 Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes 66 Shooting in Manual Mode 68 Continuous Shooting 69 Setting the Flash 70 Movie Shooting 72 Checking the Focus and People's Expressions 75 Selecting an AF Frame Mode 76
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    Settings 115 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings 119 Configuring the Camera 121 Setting the Power Saving Function 121 Formatting Memory Cards Connecting to a TV 129 Shooting/Playback Using a TV 129 Troubleshooting 130 List of Messages 140 Appendix 144 Safety Precautions 144 Handling
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    's operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in this guide are based on the camera's default settings at time of purchase. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. As a result, the illustrations and screenshots used
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    of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera. Camera Body
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    to a Computer zSystem Map You can use SD memory cards, SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, MultiMediaCards, MMCplus cards and HC MMCplus cards in this camera. These cards are collectively referred to as memory cards in this
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    Getting Started 8 Capture Your Best Memories Capture Your Best Memories
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    Getting Started Preparations Preparations 9 Installing the Batteries and Memory Card a Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there while moving the entire cover in the direction of the arrow (b) and opening it up in the direction of the arrow (c). Hold lock
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    card for the correct orientation. Back Only SD and SDHC memory cards Write Protect Tab Confirm that the write protect tab is unlocked. Front The camera may fail to detect the memory card or malfunction if the memory card is inserted backward by mistake.
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    card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it. It is recommended to use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.
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    Getting Started 12 Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. a Power Button b c Button / / / Buttons Button a Press the power button. b Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the W or X
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    Getting Started Preparations 13 Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. a bd Button Mode Dial c b Button / / / Buttons a Set the mode dial to (Playback). b Hold down the FUNC./SET button and press the MENU button once. c Use
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    in the (Setup) menu. b Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to (Auto). c Aim the camera at the subject. Avoiding Camera Shake Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. Using a tripod is also effective. d Press the shutter button lightly (press
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    keep the shutter button pressed. • The indicator will blink green and the file will record to the memory card. To Shoot Images in Focus The camera automatically sets the focus when you press the shutter button halfway*. * The shutter button has a two-stage action. Pressing it down to the first
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    Getting Started 16 Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images a Mode Dial b / Buttons a Set the mode dial to (Playback). b Use the W or X button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. • The images advance more
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    Getting Started Erasing a Erasing 17 Mode Dial b c Button / Buttons b Button a Set the mode dial to (Playback). b Use the W or X button to select an image to erase and press the button. c Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the FUNC./ SET button. • To exit instead of erasing, select [
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    the interface cable all the way into the connector. • See the printer's user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. Please see the Direct Print User
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    [Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. a Connect the camera to a printer. Number of copies to print b Print. 1. Use the S or T button to select [Print now]. • You can use
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    images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the camera's date/time is set correctly beforehand (p. 12). • The image size is fixed to the 2M (1600 x 1200) setting and the compression to Fine (appropriate for
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    gray. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) function. Set the [Date] option to [On] in [Print Settings] in the (Print) menu. • Connect the camera to a printer and imprint the date. See the Direct Print User Guide. • Insert a memory card into the printer and imprint the date. See your printer user guide
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    Button b Indicator Mode Dial a Press the power button. b Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). • Confirm that the camera is set to (Standard). c Aim the camera at the subject. z Do not touch the microphone while recording. z Do not press any buttons other than the shutter, or
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    the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus. • An electronic beep will sound twice and the indicator will light green when the camera focuses. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set when you press the button halfway. e Without changing anything else, press the
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    Getting Started 24 Viewing Movies Viewing Movies b a Power Button Mode Dial cd cd Button / / / Buttons a Press the power button. b Set the mode dial to (Playback). c Use the W or X button to display a movie and press the FUNC./ SET button. • Images with a icon are movies. d Use the W or X
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    • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements. „ Windows OS Computer Model CPU RAM Interface Windows Vista Windows XP Service Pack
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    2000 users must install the software before connecting the camera to the computer. a Installing the software. „ Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. . When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed.
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    the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. • Open the Camera's terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. USB Port DIGITAL Terminal Interface Cable c Preparing to download images to the computer. 1. Set the
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    Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will display. „ Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera the Camera (Direct Transfer) section (p. 29) (except Windows 2000). z Please refer to the Software Starter Guide
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    Transfer method for the first time (p. 26). a Button / / / Buttons Button b Button a 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 menu fails to appear. b Press the button
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    display as the background on the computer desktop. „ All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images 1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. 2. Use the S or T button to select , or and press the button. • The images will download. The button will blink blue while
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    Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera's power is turned off. The previous setting will be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed. The image selection screen
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    WS-800 AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×2) Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*6 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Memory Card (32MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk High-Power Flash HF-DC1 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 „ Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE „ AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH
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    Reader Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal TV/Video Canon Brand Camera Direct Compatible Printer Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer. *3 This camera can also be connected to the CP
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    . Canon brand memory cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer (refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide). • AV Cable AVC-DC300 Use this
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    and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls. • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) • Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series) For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is
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    Getting Started 36
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    37 Learning More
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    38 Components Guide „ Front View ab c d efg h i j k l a Wrist Strap Mount b Speaker c Microphone d Flash (p. 59) e AF-assist Beam (p. 47) f Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (pp. 59, 70) g Self-Timer Lamp (p. 62) h Terminal Cover i A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 129) j DIGITAL Terminal (p. 27)
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    Guide b c d a LCD Monitor (pp. 44, 51) b Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 9) c Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 9) d Tripod Socket The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera
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    40 „ Controls ab h c i d j k e gf a Power Button (pp. 12, 14) b Shutter Button (p. 14) c Mode Dial (pp. 13, 14) d FUNC./SET Button (p. 42) e MENU Button (p. 43) f (Print/Share) Button (pp. 18, 29, 93) g Indicator (p. 41) h (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ Button (p. 60) i (Telephoto while
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    41 Components Guide Indicator The camera indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions. Green: Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)*/ when connected to a computer/display turned off Blinking Green: Camera starting up/image recording/reading/erasing/
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    42 Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the , , or menu. „ FUNC./SET Button (FUNC. Menu) This
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    43 „ MENU Button ( , , and Menus) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Set up) Menu 1 5 Basic Operations 2 You can switch between menus with the W or X button. 3 4 This example shows the menu in (Auto) mode. 1 Press the MENU
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    defg b Face Frame Spot AE Point Frame/ a AF Frame h Camera Shake Warning ( ) (p. 132) Shutter Speed, Aperture Value i (FUNC. menu) b Shooting mode Mode dial, FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) c Digital Digital Tele-Converter ( Zoom Factor/Safety 1.5x/1.9x)/ Zoom ( ) MENU button (Rec. menu
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    File System Standards (pp. 132, 163) RAW image Unrecognized data type z Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. z Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the
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    46 Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. By using the exposure compensation function, you can correct
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    Menu Menu Item AF Frame AF-Point Zoom Digital Zoom (Still image) (Movie) Flash Settings */Off */ / On*/Off On/Off* Off/2*-10 seconds/Hold Off*/Detailed On*/Off Off*/Grid Lines/3 : 2 Guide/Both Off*/Grid Lines 47 *Default setting Page p. 76 p. 75 p. 55 p. 70 p. 83 p. 133 p. 51 p.
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    48 Play Menu Menu Item Image Disp. Info Disp. Jump to Slide Show My Category Red-Eye Correction Resize Sound Memo Protect Rotate Erase all Transfer Order Resume Transition Page p. 97 p. 51 p. 99 p. 104 p. 98 p. 105 p. 110 p. 112 p. 113 p. 102 p. 114 p. 119 p. 16 p. 103 Print Menu Menu Item Topic
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    Start-up Vol. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on. Operation Vol. Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that Image On*/Off Sets whether or not the Start-up Image appears when the camera is turned on. Power Saving p. 121 Auto Power On*/Off Down Display Off
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    to change the settings, but select when you print an image recorded in the (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you
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    Basic Operations 51 Using the LCD Monitor Available Shooting Modes p. 178 You can switch between display modes on the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus for details (p. 44). Configuration Method During shooting (Shooting mode) Rec. menu [Shooting Info] During
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    52 Switching the Information Display in Shooting or Rec. Review Mode 1 Select [Shooting Info] or [Review Info]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Shooting Info] or [Review Info]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to switch between options. 2.
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    the detailed display in the Magnified Display mode (p. 96) or the Index Playback mode (p. 97). Night Display When shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject*, making it easier to frame the subject. * Although noise may appear
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    54 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 38 mm - 132 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. 1 Press the or button. • Wide Angle: Zooms out from the subject. • Telephoto: Zooms in on the subject.
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    the focal length shifts to maximum telephoto. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than a shot taken at the same angle of view with [Standard] or [Off]. z The digital zoom cannot be used in (Date Stamp), or (Widescreen) modes. z The [1.5x] and [1.9x] settings cannot
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    56 Safety Zoom Zone Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). The icon displays at the maximum zoom factor without image
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    Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the button and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display in the LCD monitor. • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the zoom
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    zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [1.5x] or [1.9x]. 2. Press the MENU button
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    ). - Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Correction, Red-Eye Lamp • The LCD monitor turns off while the flash charges. p. 178 You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the
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    distance as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.) from the end of the lens to the subject (minimum focusing distance) at maximum wide angle. With the digital zoom set at its maximum zoom factor (approx. 4.0x), you can shoot an area of 4.2 x 3.2 mm (0.17 x 0.13 in.). Shooting in Macro/Infinity Mode 1 Press
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    61 Shooting in Super Macro Mode 1 Select . 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the S or T button to select and choose with the W or X button. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. Commonly Used Shooting Functions In Super Macro mode, the zoom level is fixed at maximum
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    62 Using the Self-Timer Available Shooting Modes p. 178 You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp and sound speed up. 2 sec.
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    is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. - The interval between shots may lengthen when the built-in memory of the camera fills. - Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card becomes full.
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    64 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes 1 Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and the W or X button to change the option. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. p. 178 Approximate Values for Recording
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    Commonly Used Shooting Functions 65 (Widescreen) Printing on wide size paper (you can check the composition at a 3072 x 1728 pixels 16:9 aspect ratio as you shoot. Areas that will not be recorded appear on the LCD monitor as a black border.) • : Approximate number of recording pixels. (M is
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    people. Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without
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    Various Shooting Methods 67 Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject's true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. Sunset Allows you to shoot sunsets in vivid colors. Foliage Shoots
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    The shutter speed is slow in the mode. Always use a tripod to avoid camera shake. z In the , , or mode, the ISO speed may increase and settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or my colors. 1 Select Manual mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Press the FUNC./SET button.
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    shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and the W or X button. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Shoot. • The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will
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    reduces the chance that only the background will appear dark when a night scene or an interior shot is taken. When [Slow Synchro] set to [On], camera shake may become a factor. Use of a tripod is recommended. Red-Eye Corr. Automatically searches for and corrects red eyes in the image when the
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    71 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S or T button to select a function. 2. Use the W or X button to select [On] or [Off]. 3. Press the MENU button. • You can also display this menu by pressing the button, followed by the MENU button (p. 59). 3 Press the MENU button. Various Shooting Methods
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    recording pixels and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-512MSH). The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 55). • Maximum Size: 4 GB*/movie Compact Since there are few recording pixels and also the data
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    sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie. - The camera will automatically adjust the exposure and white balance to suit the shooting the image will deteriorate. z Only in and in the Standard mode, the digital zoom can be used during shooting. z QuickTime is required to play back
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    74 Changing Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels when the Movie mode is set to (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. 1 Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and the W or
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    Various Shooting Methods 75 Checking the Focus and People's Expressions Available Shooting Modes p. 178 You can zoom the display of the AF frame area to check the focus and people's expressions as you compose and shoot. To do this you must first set the [AF Frame] in the menu to [Face Detect] or [
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    ] and a face is not detected, or when the face is extremely large in relation to the overall composition. - When the camera cannot focus. - When the digital zoom or Digital Tele-converter function is in use. - When a TV is being used as the display. Selecting an AF Frame Mode Available Shooting
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    will shoot using [AiAF] not the [Face Detect] function if a white frame fails to appear and only gray frames display, or if a face is not detected. z The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face. z In certain cases, faces may not be detected. Examples: - If faces appear extremely
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    configure the following settings. z In the menu, set [AF Frame] to [Face Detect] (p. 76). z Register the function to the button (p. 93). 1 Aim the camera at the subject and press the button when the face is detected. • The Face Select mode will activate and a green face frame ( ) will display
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    face is detected. • You can display face frames around faces detected by the camera while pressing the MENU button (up to 35 frames). - Green: face of is turned off and on again or shooting mode is changed - Digital zoom or Digital Tele-converter is used - Menu is displayed - Mode is changed
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    that the focus is on the target subject. z When shooting with the focus lock, setting [AF Frame] to [Center] (p. 76) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only. z When shooting the subjects through glass, try to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce
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    Adjusting the ISO Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 178 Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. 1 Adjust the ISO Speed 1. Press the FUNC./SET button
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    82 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Available Shooting Modes p. 178 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject
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    Metering Modes Available Shooting Modes p. 178 Evaluative Center Weighted Avg. Spot Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the
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    image may differ. z The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality images
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    85 z Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. z Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash
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    under daylight fluorescent, or daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting. For recording with the optimal white balance data memorized in the camera from a white-colored object, such as white paper or cloth. 1 Select a white balance setting. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use
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    • Shooting close-ups (Macro) 1 Select . 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and choose with the W or X button. 2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press the MENU button. • Ensure that the center frame is completely filled with the white image. Please
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    the flash set to , make sure that you also use the flash when you shoot. z Recorded white balance data will be retained even when the camera's power is turned off.
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    89 Various Shooting Methods Shooting in a My Colors Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 178 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Neutral Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors. Tones down the
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    90 Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode ( ) 1 Select . 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and choose with the W or X button. 2 Adjust the setting. 1.
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    L-size or postcard size in 3:2 aspect ratio*. Areas outside the printable area are grayed out. * Images are still recorded at the standard aspect ratio of 4:3. Displays both the grid lines and the 3:2 guide simultaneously. 1 Select [Disp. Overlay]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the
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    92 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 178 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. People For images shot in , or mode, or images with faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face
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    between red-eye correction settings p. 70 Digital Tele-converter For switching between Digital Teleconverter settings p. 58 DISP. Overlay For switching between shooting guides p. 91 Vert. Shutter For using the button as a shutter button when the camera is held vertically p. 95 Info
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    94 1 Select [Set button]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Set button]. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S, T, W or X button to select the function you wish to register. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • If displays to
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    place of the shutter button. z The button will behave as follows. - Lights: Vertical release available - Blinks: Movie recording in progress z When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and record the image immediately (The button does not need to be pressed halfway). z When the vertical
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    Displayed Area 2 Press the FUNC./SET button and change the position of the displayed area with the S, T, W or X button. • will display and the camera switches to the Image Advance mode. • Press the FUNC./SET button again to cancel the Image Advance mode. To Cancel the Magnified Display Press
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    Playback/Erasing 97 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Select [Image Disp.]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Index]. 2. Press the MENU button. • Up to nine images can be viewed at
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    98 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Images can be sorted into previously prepared categories and organized by category. People Scenery Events My Category 1-3 To Do 1 Select [My Category]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./
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    100 images ahead. 1 Select [Jump to]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The camera will switch to Jump Search mode.
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    100 2 Use the S or T button to select a search key and press the W or X button. • Some search keys only display when there is a corresponding image in the folder. Date Jump Example Location of image currently being displayed Number of images matching search key To Cancel the Jump Search Mode Press
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    Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback Print An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play Slow Motion You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback. First Frame Displays the
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    ./SET button. • This also can be set in the Index Playback mode. When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images.
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    Playback/Erasing 103 Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display
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    104 Automated Playback (Slide Show) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. 1 Select [Slide Show]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC
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    Playback/Erasing 105 Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Since red eyes may not be automatically detected on some images or may not be corrected as expected, you are recommended to use the [New File] function to save important images under a different name.
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    106 3 Correct the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Start]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 4 Save the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new
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    107 z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. z Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. z Since the correction frame will not appear
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    108 Add Correction Frame 1 Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • A green frame will display. 2 Adjust the position of the frame. 1. Use the S, T, W or X button to move the frame. • Press the FUNC./SET button to switch to the Frame Size
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    Playback/Erasing 109 Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Adjust the position of the frame. 1. Use the W or X button to select a frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. 3 Delete
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    110 Resizing Images You can save images at lower recording pixels than the original image. 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels 1 Select [Resize]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the
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    Playback/Erasing 111 4 Save the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select [OK]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The resized image will be saved with a new file name. The original image will remain. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select [Yes]. 3.
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    112 Attaching Sound Memos to Images In Playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select an
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    Playback/Erasing 113 Sound Memo Panel Use the W or X button to select an option and press the FUNC./SET button. Exit Ends the operation. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording or playback. Play Erase Plays back. Erases. (Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC
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    114 Erasing All Images Erasing all the images on a memory card. z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 Select [Erase all]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T
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    in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF. z The specified print
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    116 1 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Print Settings]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S or T button to select [Print Type], [Date], [File No.] or [Clear DPOF data]. 2.
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    Print Settings/Transfer Settings 117 Single Images You can set the number of print copies when the [Print Type] setting (p. 115) is set to [Standard] or [Both]. 1 Select [Select Images & Qty.]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select
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    Press the FUNC./SET button. z Images are printed in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected. z When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light blue. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC./SET
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    to specify settings 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 DPOF standards. The icon may display for a memory card with print transfer settings set
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    120 All the Images on a Memory Card 1 Select [Transfer Order]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select [Mark all]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Mark all] 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • Selecting [Reset] cancels all
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    regardless of the [Auto Power Down] setting. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on. 1 Select [Power Saving]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S
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    will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Formatting Memory Cards You ] is selected by pressing the FUNC./SET button. You can still use a memory card without problem when formatting is halted, but its data will be erased. Low Level Format We recommend you
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    is used. If a memory card with recorded data is used, the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image is compared with the last one image on the memory card is utilized as the basis for new images. Configuring the Camera 1 Select [File Numbering]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or
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    (custom) • Images cannot be played back when the folder numbers are duplicated or image numbers are duplicated within folders. • Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information regarding folder structures or image types.
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    125 Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Configuring the Camera You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the
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    126 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation. 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S or T button to select [Auto
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    that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when the LCD monitor while shooting. z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Check that the arrow is pointing in the
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    SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [OK] 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in
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    IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. VIDEO Yellow AUDIO Black 4 Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode. 5 Turn on the camera. z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 50). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan
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    130 Troubleshooting • Camera (p. 130) • When the power is turned on (p. 131) • LCD monitor (p. 131) • Shooting (p. 133) • Shooting movies (p. 137) • Playback (p. 138) • TV monitor output (p. 138) • Battery (p. 139) • Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 139) Camera Camera will not
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    lithium date/time coin battery charge is depleted. battery (p. 159). Troubleshooting LCD monitor Nothing displays. [Power Saving] is set to [Display Off ]. z Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on (p. 127). The display
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    of insufficient lighting. z Raise the ISO speed (p. 81). z Select a setting other than (flash off) (p. 59). z Set the self-timer and attach the camera to a tripod or other device (p. 62). appears. This displays when using a z These settings will be overwritten by memory card that has print those
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    133 Shooting Troubleshooting Camera will not record. Mode dial is set to (playback). z Set the mode dial to (Auto), (Manual), (Special Scene) or the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC z Slide the write
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    because the surroundings negative (-) setting (p. 82). are too dark. z Use the spot metering functions (p. 83). Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. z Change the shooting angle. Flash is set to (Flash z Set the flash to (Flash off) (p. 59
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    135 Troubleshooting Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds the flash has z This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles or with digital cameras and does not insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction. particularly noticeable when shooting
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    (p. 122). Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted z Use a memory card formatted in your in another device. camera (p. 122). Lens will not retract. Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on. z After closing the memory card slot/ battery cover
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    movies Troubleshooting The recording stopped. There is insufficient free z Try the following procedures. space in the camera's built- - Format the memory card with a low in memory. level Note that the digital zoom is available while shooting only if or is selected in the Standard Movie mode.
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    was changed with z Set the file name or location on the a computer or file location file format/structure of the camera. was changed. (Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details). Movies do not play back correctly. Movies recorded with high recording pixels may momentarily stop playing if
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    instructions in the Handling Precautions section (p. 150). Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon ones. Troubleshooting Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are z Securely connect the camera and not
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    during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full Memory card is full
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    data. Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Check the battery handling instructions in the Handling Precautions section (p. 150). No image. No
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    , sound cannot be played back. Cannot modify image You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera. Or you attempted to resize an image recorded using , or already resized to . Cannot modify Cannot apply red-eye correction as no red-eye is
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    the air. Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back
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    read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other
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    is not expressly described in this guide. z To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not use substances
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    ), but the seal does not extend up over the edge of the metal base. z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. z Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets
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    147 Battery z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. z The compact power adapter is designed objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera. Such items may lose data or stop working. Appendix
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    apply force to the lens. Such actions could lead to injury or damage the equipment. z Be careful not to allow dust or sand into the camera when using it at a beach or place with strong winds. It may lead to malfunctions. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas
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    149 Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. z Do not touch
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    camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems Battery z This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH
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    are soiled with oil from one's skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used may be reduced. z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual. Under
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    z Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity, camera or memory card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended. z Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data
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    a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this
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    blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished. z The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH NB-3AH batteries. z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge
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    the batteries have reached the end of their lifespan. Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. z Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the
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    recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Connect the
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    when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation. Tripod Sockets Bracket (Comes with the flash) z The flash charge
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    or DL123) is installed. z To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera's front panel. z A tripod can be used even when the flash is attached. „ Batteries z Charge becomes Severely Limited If the battery usage time
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    replace it as follows. Please note that the first date battery may appear to expire relatively quickly after you purchase the camera. This is because it is installed in the camera at the point of manufacture, not when you make the purchase. Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of
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    facing up. 7 Replace the battery holder and close the cover. 8 When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 12). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery
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    by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera. LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If
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    162 Specifications All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A470 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 7.4 million) Lens
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    Exposure Index) *1 Camera automatically sets the optimal speed according to shooting mode and subject brightness. *2 Camera automatically sets the Shooting Modes Auto, Manual*1, Super Macro*2, Special (Still Images) Scene*3 *1 Long shutter mode available *2 Selectable in Manual mode *3 Portrait,
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    (monaural) (Movies) AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the
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    165 Direct Print PictBridge compliant, Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface USB (mini-B) Audio Operating Humidity 10 - 90% Dimensions 104.8 x 55.1 x 40.7 mm (4.13 x 2.17 x 1.60 in.) (excluding protrusions) Weight (camera body only) Approx. 165 g (5.82 oz.) Appendix
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    at 30 second intervals with the flash fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature
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    167 Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities : Memory Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression (Large) 3072 x 2304 pixels (Medium 1) 2592 x 1944 This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
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    168 Movie †: Memory Card included with the camera Standard Recording Pixels /Frame Rate 32MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 640 x 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. 22 sec. 1 min. 36 sec. 6 min. 12 sec. 640 x
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    Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels Compression 3072 x 2304 pixels 2592 x 1944 pixels 2048 x 1536 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 3072 x 1728 pixels 3045 KB 2503 KB 1602 KB 1002 KB 249 KB - 2304 KB 1897 KB 1395 KB 893 KB 558 KB 150 KB 558 KB 1420 KB 169
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    170 MultiMediaCard Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.06 in.) Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) 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
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    171 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 565 mA x 4, 1275 mA x 2 Charging Time Approx. 4 hours 40 min.*1, Approx. 2 hours*2 Operating Temperatures 0 - 35 °C (32 - 95 °F)
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    Printer 35 Camera Shake Warning ....44, 132 Components Guide 38 Compression 65 Computer Connecting 27 Downloading Images 25 System Requirements .......... 25 Continuous Shooting 69 Create Folder 125 D Date Battery 159 Date Stamp 20 Date/Time 12 Digital Tele-Converter 55 Digital Zoom 55
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    I Index Playback 97 Indicator 40, 41 Infinity 60 Info Disp 45, 51 ISO Speed 81 J Jump (Image Search 99 L Language 13 LCD Monitor 44, 51 Lens Retract 50 List of Messages 140 Long Shutter Mode 84 M Macro 60 Magnifying Images 96 Memory Card Estimated Capacities ..........167 Formatting
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    103 V Vertical Shutter Release 95 Video System 129 Volume 101, 112 W White Balance 86 Wide Angle 54 Wrist Strap 11 Write Protect Tab 152 Z Zoom Digital Zoom 55 Optical Zoom 54
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    175 MEMO
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    accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon
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    information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right of Canon. • Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the
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    178 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Some functions may not be available, depending on the shooting mode. Check the functions available for each shooting mode in the table below. Function Exposure Compensation (p. 82) Long Shutter (p. 84) ISO Speed (p. 81) Auto*1 High ISO Auto*1 ISO 80
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    Zoom (p. 75) { { {{ Digital Zoom *2 (p. 55) Flash Settings (p. 70) Standard Digital Tele-converter Slow Synchro Red-Eye Guide/Both { { {{ { { {{ Registering settings to the Print Share button (p. 93) { { {{ { : Setting available or optimum value is automatically set by the camera
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Camera User Guide
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions
(pp. 144–149)
.
Getting Started
ENGLISH
p. 7