Canon SD940 PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide
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Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 2
to shoot more challenging photos. • Personal Printing Guide Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer (sold separately) and print. • Software Guide Read when you want to use the included software. • A memory card is not included. • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. 2 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 3
camera. Camera Body Temperature Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction. Memory Cards The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 4
close-up pictures of subjects using the zoom (digital macro shooting 68 ● Take sepia toned or black and white pictures 74 ● Change the size of picture I want to take (recording pixels) . . . . 69 ● Take pictures continuously 73 ● Shoot without the effects of camera shake (image stabilization) 138 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 5
from accidental erasure 113 E Shoot/View Movies ● Shoot movies 31 ● View movies 33 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 29 Save ● Save images to a computer 34 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 49 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 135 5 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 6
.....50 Returning the Camera to Default Settings 51 Low Level Memory Card Formatting .......... 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 53 Clock Functions 54 3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions 55 Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 56 Turning the Flash Off 59 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 7
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors 74 Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer 75 Customizing the Self-Timer 76 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 77 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 77 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 79 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 80 Magnifying - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 8
Power 142 Troubleshooting 143 List of Messages that Appear on the Screen 146 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode............148 Menus 150 Handling Precautions 154 Specifications 155 Index 158 Conventions Used in this Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 9
contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the battery. • Use only recommended power sources. Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock. Battery, Battery Charger • Use only recommended batteries. • Do not place the battery near or in - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 10
battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery electrical shock or fire. • Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places. - - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 11
on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera. If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 12
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movies and transfer images to a computer. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your wrist to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 14
Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. Remove the cover. CB-2LV CB-2LVE Insert the battery. ● Align the S marks on the battery and charger, then insert the battery by sliding it in and down . - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 15
the battery from the camera. Attach the terminal cover and store the battery. Storing a battery for long periods of time (about a year) without depleting it may shorten its life span or affect its performance. • The battery charger can also be used when abroad. The charger can be used in regions - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 16
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card into the camera. Check the card's write-protect tab. ● If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 17
Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. ● Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow. X The battery will pop up. Remove the memory card. ● Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release it. X The memory card - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 18
the Battery and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card 2 GB 8 GB Number of shots 626 2505 • Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Can - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 19
the setting. ● Press the m button. X Once the date and time have been set, the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will turn off the camera. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/ Time screen will - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 20
connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 40) the date/time battery can be charged in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on. • If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time menu will appear when you turn the camera on. Follow the steps on p. 19 to set the date and time - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 21
Setting the Display Language You can change the display language in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Enter Playback mode. ● Press the 1 button. Display the settings screen. ● Press and hold the m button , then immediately press the n button . Set the display language. ● Press the opqr buttons to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 22
you use a new memory card or one that has been used in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card. Display - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 23
is being taken while the shutter sound plays, be careful not to move the camera. Does the length of the shutter sound change? • Since the time required to take, the length of the shutter sound may change. • If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded image may be - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 24
, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels. Turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The start-up sound will play, and the start- up screen will - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 25
adjusted. Shoot. ● Press the shutter button fully. X The camera will play the shutter sound and shoot. The flash will automatically fire in low light conditions. X The indicator will blink green while the image is recorded to the memory card. X The image will appear on the screen for about two - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 26
Sunsets Backlit Backlit Dark When Using Tripod People - * When Moving Subjects Other Than People/ Landscapes Close Subjects - - - * - - Icon Background Color Gray Light Blue * Appears when the camera is attached to a tripod. Orange Dark Blue Under certain conditions, the icon - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 27
they were taken. ● The images change more quickly if you keep the qr buttons pressed. ● Pressing the shutter button halfway in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode. ● The lens will retract after approximately 1 minute elapses. 27 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 28
Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. ● Press the 1 button. X The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase. ● Press the qr buttons to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 29
direction shown. ● Insert the cable's larger plug into the printer. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the printer. Turn on the printer. Turn on the camera. ● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Choose an image to print. ● Press the qr buttons to choose an image. 29 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 30
additional images, repeat Steps 5 and 6 after printing has completed. ● After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable. • Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on printing. • Refer to p. 39 for Canon-brand Pictbridge compliant printers. 30 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 31
automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. If you continue shooting for a long time, the camera may become warm. This is not a malfunction. Set the mode switch to E. Shooting Time Compose the shot. ● Moving the zoom lever toward i will zoom - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 32
the shutter button fully again. X The camera will beep once and stop shooting the movie. X The indicator will blink green, and the movie will record to the memory card. X Shooting will automatically stop when the memory card fills. Estimated Shooting Times Memory Card 2 GB 8 GB Shooting Time 10 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 33
, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer's capabilities. If you use the supplied software to copy the movie back onto the memory card, you can play back the movie smoothly. For enhanced playback you can also connect the camera to a TV. 33 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 34
camera images to a computer. If you are already using ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation. System Requirements Windows OS Computer model CPU RAM Interface Free Hard Disk Space Display Windows Vista (including Service - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 35
(v10.5) are used for these explanations. Install the software. Windows Place the DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. Begin installation. ● Click [Easy Installation] and follow the onscreen instructions to proceed with the installation. ● If the [User Account Control] window - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 36
Connect the camera to the computer. ● Turn off the camera. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 29 to connect the camera to a computer. Turn on the camera. ● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow. Windows ● Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. X CameraWindow - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 37
the transfer finishes, click [x] to close CameraWindow, then turn off the camera and unplug the cable. ● For further operations, refer to the Software Guide. You can transfer images without installing the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer. There are, however, the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 38
) Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE*1 AV Cable AVC-DC400*1 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 DC Coupler DR-10 Power Cord Waterproof Case WP-DC33 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 39
Inkjet Printers (PIXMA series) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Memory Card Card Reader Windows/Macintosh Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 40
inside the camera. • Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE An adapter for charging Battery Pack NB-4L. • Battery Pack NB-4L Rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Other Accessories • HDMI Cable HTC-100 Use this cable to connect the camera to the HDMI™ terminal on a high-definition TV set. • Waterproof Case WP - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 41
2 Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions. 41 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 42
Components Guide Lamp (Self-Timer Lamp (p. 64) / AF Assist Beam (p. 136) / Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 136)) Lens Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 16) Mode Switch Use the mode switch to change the Shooting mode. Auto Mode You can leave it to the camera to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 43
(Flash) (pp. 59, 67) / r Button a (Single Image Erase) (p. 28) / Q (Self-Timer) (pp. 63, 64) / p Button 1 Button When the lens is extended, you can switch between the Shooting and Playback modes. When the lens is retracted, you can use this button to turn the camera on and off in Playback mode. 43 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 44
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Camera Orientation* White Balance (p. 72) My Colors (p. 74) i-Contrast (p. 87) Drive Mode (p. 73) Camera Shake Warning (p. 138) Metering Modes (p. 84) Compression (Image Quality) (p. 69) Recording - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 45
: Recording Pixels (p. 69) Movies: Movie Length (p. 97) Protect (p. 113) My Colors (p. 74) Red-Eye Correction (p. 125) Shooting Date and Time (p. 62) Switching the Display You can change the display using the l button. No Information Display Simple Information Display Detailed Information Focus - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 46
distribution and amount of brightness of Low an image. When the graph camera (p. 43) will light or blink under the following conditions. Colors memory card or various information is being transmitted. Do not turn off the power, open the memory card slot/battery cover, shake or jolt the camera - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 47
the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 148). You can also use the FUNC. menu in Playback mode. Display the FUNC. menu. ● Press the m button. Selectable Options Menu Items Choose a menu item. ● Press the op buttons to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 48
MENU - Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The available menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 150 - 153). Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Choose a tab. ● Press the qr buttons - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 49
the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Choose [Mute]. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to choose [Mute], then use the qr buttons to choose [On]. Adjusting the Volume Display the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 50
in the 3 tab. ● Pressing the l button again for more than one second will return the screen to the original brightness. • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen in the 3 tab. • When you have set the brightness to its highest setting in the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 51
. ● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then press the m button. X The camera will reset to the default settings. Are there functions that cannot be reset? • The [Date The saved data for custom white balance (p. 72). • Colors that were chosen in Color Accent (p. 91) or Color Swap (p. 92). 51 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 52
], then use the qr buttons to display . ● Press the opqr buttons to choose [OK], then press the m button. X Low level formatting starts. About low level formatting When the [Memory card error] message appears, or when the camera does not work correctly, low level formatting the memory card may solve - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 53
(Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Power Saving during Shooting The monitor will turn off approximately 1 minute after the camera is last operated. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 54
left appears showing the current time. ● If you hold the camera vertically while using the clock function, it will switch to vertical display. Press the qr buttons to change the display color. ● Press the m button to cancel the clock display. When the camera power is off, press and hold the m button - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 55
matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings. All you need do is press the shutter button to take an optimized picture. • This chapter assumes the mode is set to A for "Turning the Flash Off" (p. 59) to "Using the Face Self-Timer" (p. 64). 55 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 56
Night Snapshot) ● Lets you take beautiful snapshots of people against city nightscapes or night backgrounds. ● If you hold the camera firmly, you can take pictures with reduced camera shake, even without a tripod. V Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets) ● Lets you capture subjects that move around - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 57
Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors. w Take shots of people at the beach (Beach) ● Lets you take bright shots of people on sandy beaches where the reflected sunlight is strong. S Shoot underwater (Underwater) ● Lets you shoot underwater with Waterproof Case WP-DC33 (sold separately). 57 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 58
snow (Snow) ● Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Z Shoot using high ISO speed (ISO 3200) ● Lets you set the ISO speed to 3200, and lets you shoot without camera shake or subject blurring even in low light conditions. ● Recording pixels are set to (1600 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 59
the steps above to return the setting to . What if the indicator blinks orange and a flashing appears? When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, the indicator will blink orange and a flashing will appear on the screen. Attach the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 60
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 16x and 112 mm)* Digital Zoom (112 - 448 mm)* 4.0x 4.9x 6.2x 10x 16x : No image deterioration (zoom factor appears white) : Image deterioration (zoom factor appears blue) : Maximum - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 61
the 4 tab, and choose [Digital Zoom] and the [Off] option. Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.5x or 2.0x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 62
] in Step 2. Inserting and printing the date and time in images without an embedded date and time • Use the DPOF print settings (p. 128) to print. • Use the included software to print. Refer to the Software Guide for details. • Connect the camera to a printer to print. Refer to the Personal Printing - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 63
the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the camera operator. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the p button. Choose Ò. ● Press the op buttons to choose Ò, then press the m button. X - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 64
Using the Face Self-Timer Once you compose the shot, such as for a group photo, press the shutter button, and enter the composition, the camera will take three shots in a row two seconds after it detects your face (p. 80). Choose ". ● Follow Step 2 on p. 63 and choose ". Compose the shot and - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 65
that the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. • G stands for Program AE. • "Zooming In on Close Subjects (Digital Macro)" (p. 68) assumes the mode switch had been set to 4 and the R mode chosen. • Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 66
in orange. Try the following settings to obtain the correct exposure. • Turn on the flash (p. 67) • Choose a higher ISO speed (p. 71) Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Choose the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 67
Turning 3 - 50 cm (1.2 in. - 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens (when the zoom lever is pushed to maximum j). Choose e. ● After pressing the close-ups? • You are recommended to attach the camera to a tripod and shoot in Î, to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image (p. 75). • You - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 68
3.9 in.) from the end of the lens. However, you can zoom in even closer on the subject using the digital zoom. The digital zoom may cause images to appear coarse factor appears blue) Using Î You are recommended to attach the camera to a tripod and shoot in Î, to prevent the camera from moving and - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 69
an option, then press the m button. X The setting you chose will display on the screen. If you choose , you cannot use Digital Zoom (p. 60) or Digital TeleConverter (p. 61). Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) You can choose from the following two levels of compression ratio (image - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 70
40937 15368 61406 830 3318 1707 6822 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Approximate Values for Paper Size A2 A3 A4, Letter size 5" x 7" Postcard size 3.5" x 5" ● Suitable for sending - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 71
the screen. Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions. Low Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting. in certain shooting conditions. • Raising the ISO speed results in a faster shutter speed, reducing camera shake and letting the flash reach greater distances - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 72
sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors. Choose the white balance. ● Press the (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting Custom Manually sets a custom white balance sure the entire screen is filled with a white colored subject, then press the l button. X The tint on the screen will - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 73
● Press the op buttons to choose W, then press the m button. Shoot. X As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot successive images. • Cannot be used with the self-timer (pp. 63, 64, 75, 76). • For continuous shooting, the focus and exposure are locked when the shutter button - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 74
) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia B/W Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone Darker Skin Tone Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red Custom Color Choose My Colors. ● Press the m button and choose press the m button again. , then - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 75
Second Self-Timer Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be chosen and set from 5 different levels. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 74 to choose , then press the l button. ● Press the op buttons to choose an option, then use the qr buttons to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 76
30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 - 10 shots). Choose $. ● Press the p button, then use the op buttons to choose $, then press the n button. Choose the settings. ● Press the op buttons to , the shooting interval may be longer. • If the memory card becomes full, shooting stops automatically. 76 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 77
in "Viewing Images on a TV" (p. 111). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera's monitor. TV display is not available when using the HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) to connect the camera to a high-definition TV. Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock While you keep the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 78
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the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. • "Shooting Long Exposures" (p. 90), "Changing the Color and Shooting" (p. 91) and "Shooting Stitch Assist Images" (p. 94 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 80
. • Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden. • The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face. • If the camera cannot focus when . • The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p. 60) or Digital Tele-converter (p. 61) is used. 80 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 81
Point If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will turn yellow and will Center], it will not appear magnified if the camera cannot focus. The magnified display will not appear when using Digital Zoom (p. 60) or Digital Tele-Converter (p. 61), Servo AF (p. 83 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 82
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Lock the focus. ● Keep the shutter button pressed halfway and press the q button. X The focus locks and % is displayed on the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 83
tab, and use the qr buttons to choose [On]. Focus. ● Focus and exposure will be maintained where the blue AF frame appears while you press the shutter button halfway. ● If a face is not detected when AF Frame is set to [Face AiAF], the AF frame will be set to [Center]. • The camera - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 84
Changing the Metering Mode You can change the Metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. Choose the Metering mode. ● Press the m button and choose press the m button again. , then Choose an option. ● Press the op buttons to choose an option, then press the m - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 85
wish to take several shots with the same exposure, you can set the exposure and focus separately using the AE lock. AE stands for "Auto Exposure". Lock the exposure. ● Point the camera toward the subject and press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway. X When & appears, the exposure - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 86
with Slow Synchro You can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having the camera provide the appropriate illumination with the flash. At the same time, you can use a slow shutter speed to brighten the background that the light from the flash cannot reach. Choose .... ● Press - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 87
. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression when shooting. Choose n button, choose the 4 tab, and then choose the [i-Contrast] menu item. Use the qr buttons to choose [Auto]. X @ will appear on the screen. Under - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 88
appear on the screen. Red-eye correction may be applied to red areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can correct recorded images (p. 125). • If you press the r button as shown on the screen in Step 2 and then press the n button - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 89
Checking for Shut Eyes When the camera detects the possibility that people have their eyes shut, appears. Choose [Blink Detection]. ● Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, and then choose the [Blink Detection] menu item. Use the qr buttons to choose [On]. Shoot. X When a person with shut eyes is - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 90
seconds to shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. Select ≈. ● Choose halfway. • When shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower are used, images are processed to eliminate noise after being taken. A certain - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 91
conditions may cause the image to become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. T Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition. Recorded color Choose T. ● Follow Steps 1 - 2 on p. 56 to choose T. Press the l button - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 92
. ● The default setting is to change green to gray. Specify the color to be swapped. ● Position the center frame so it is filled with the color you want and press the q button. X The specified color will be recorded. Specify the target color. ● Position the center frame so it is filled with the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 93
. ● Choose a negative value to limit the range of colors. Choose a positive value to extend the range of colors to similar colors. ● Pressing the l button accepts the setting and restores the shooting screen. • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Under some conditions - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 94
Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. Choose x or v. ● Follow the images, refer to the Software Guide. This function is not available when a TV is used as the monitor (p. 77). 94 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 95
6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the "Shooting Movies" and "Viewing Movies" sections of Chapter 1. • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to E. 95 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 96
mode. These Shooting modes let you change all colors except the chosen color to black and white, or exchange the chosen color for another color, when shooting. See "Changing the Color and Shooting" (p. 91) for details. Under some conditions, colors may not turn out as expected in the > and z mode - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 97
Press the m button, then use the op buttons to choose Canon's testing standards. • Maximum clip length is approximately 10 minutes in , 1 hour in and . Recording also stops when the file size reaches 4 GB. • Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some memory cards - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 98
AE Lock/Exposure Shift You can set the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2. Focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Lock the exposure. ● After releasing the shutter button, press the o button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears. ● Press the o button - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 99
the Tone of an Image (My Colors) (p. 74) • Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer (p. 75)* • Shooting Using a TV Monitor (p. 77)* • Shooting with the AF Lock (p. 82) • Turning off the AF Assist Beam (p. 136)* • Displaying the Overlay (p. 138)* [3:2 Guide] is not available. • Changing the IS - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 100
Images (p. 120) Summary for "Viewing Movies" (p. 33) Exit Playback Slow Motion Playback (you can use the qr buttons to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Display the first frame Previous frame a PictBridge compliant printer (p. 29). Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details. 100 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 101
the left will be trimmed when is chosen. Only the portion from the nearest to the right will be trimmed when is chosen. X The light blue section indicated with will be the section of the movie that remains after editing. Check the edited movie. ● Press the op buttons to choose (Play - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 102
. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be chosen. • If the battery is depleted partway through editing, the edited movie clips may not be saved. When editing movies, you should use a fully charged battery or the separately sold AC adapter kit (p. 40). 102 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 103
Playback mode before operating the camera. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, had their file name changed, or have been taken on a different camera. • The edit function (pp. 121 - 125) cannot be used if the memory card does not have free space - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 104
Quickly Searching Images g Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Move the zoom lever toward g. X Images will display in an - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 105
left will appear. ● If you press the op buttons, you can search images by the shooting date. ● Pressing the m button restores single image playback. To turn off this effect, press the n button, then choose [Scroll Display] in the 1 tab and choose [Off]. 105 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 106
in Filtered Playback When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified filter slideshow (p. 107) so that only certain images will play back. You can also use the following functions in filtered playback for processing all the filtered images at once. - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 107
Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. Choose .. ● Press the m button to choose . in the FUNC. menu, then press the m button again. Choose a transition effect. ● Press - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 108
Viewing Slideshows Changing Settings You can set a slideshow to repeat, or change transition effects and the time that slideshow images are displayed. You can choose from six transition effects when switching between images. Choose [Slideshow]. ● Press the n button, choose [Slideshow] from the 1 tab - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 109
screen shown to the left will appear. ● Press m to move to a different frame when multiple frames appear. Change the magnification level or location. ● Use the zoom lever to change the display size, and the opqr buttons to change the display position while checking the focus. ● Pressing the n button - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 110
from three transition effects when switching between images in single image playback. Choose [Transition]. ● Press the n button and choose the 1 tab, then choose [Transition] and use the qr buttons to choose a transition effect. 110 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 111
Viewing Images on a TV Using the supplied AV cable, you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. Items to Prepare • Camera and TV • AV cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) White or black Yellow Yellow Black Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ● Open the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 112
on a High-Definition TV Use the separately sold HDMI cable HTC-100 to connect the camera to a high-definition TV for an enhanced viewing experience. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ● Open the cover and fully insert the cable plug into the camera's HDMI terminal. ● Fully - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 113
press the m button. If you format the memory card (p. 52), protected images will also be erased. • Protected images cannot be erased with the camera's erase function. To erase an image, cancel protection first. • You can also protect images using the following method. Press the n button, choose - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 114
Protecting Images Choose the starting image. ● Press the m button. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the image and press the m button. Choose the ending image. ● Press the r button, choose [Last image] and press the m button. ● Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and press the m button. ● You - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 115
Erasing All Images Choose All Images Choose [All Images]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 113 to choose [All Images] and press the m button. Protect images. ● Press the op buttons to choose [Protect] and press the m button. You can unlock groups of protected images if you choose [Unlock] in Step 5 while in [ - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 116
Erasing All Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 115 to choose [Select] and press the m button. Choose images. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the image and press the m button. X Once set, will appear on the screen. ● Pressing the m button once more will cancel - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 117
Select Range Erasing All Images Choose [Select Range]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 115 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button. ● Follow Steps 3 and 4 on p. 114 to choose images. Erase. ● Press the p button to choose [Erase], then press the m button. Choose All Images Choose [All Images]. ● - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 118
in Filtered Playback (p. 106) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • "Viewing Slideshows" (p. 107), "Protecting Images mode, or images shot in U, or O. : Images shot in H, t, w, S, y, P. Using the Menu Choose [My Category]. ● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [My - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 119
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Choose a selection method. ● Press the op buttons to choose a selection method and press the m button. ● Pressing the n button will restore the menu screen. Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. ● Follow Step 2 above to choose [Select] and press - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 120
again. Rotate the image. ● Press the qr buttons, the image will rotate 90° in the chosen direction. ● Press the m button to make the setting. Using the Menu Choose [Rotate]. ● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Rotate], and press the m button. Rotate the image. ● Press the qr buttons to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 121
Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Choose [Resize]. ● Press the n button and choose the 1 tab, then choose [Resize] and press the m button. Choose an image. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the image and press the m button. - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 122
the frame size. ● In an image with detected faces, gray frames appear around the faces located in the upper left image. The frames can be used for trimming. You can switch between frames by pressing the m button. ● Press the n button. Save as a new image and display. ● Perform Steps 4 and 5 on - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 123
of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 74 for details on each menu item. Choose [My Colors]. ● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [My Colors], and press the m button. Choose an image. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the image and press the m button. Choose a menu option - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 124
the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression. You can choose from four levels of correction: [Auto], [Low], [Medium] or [High]. The corrected image is saved as a separate file. Choose [i-Contrast - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 125
to choose an image. Correct the image. ● Press the m button. X Red-eye detected by the camera will be corrected and a frame will appear around the corrected portion. ● You can zoom the image using the procedures in "Magnifying Images" (p. 110). Save as a new image and display. ● Press the opqr - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 126
after shooting or while in playback with the FUNC. menu. You can print from a print list simply by connecting your camera and printer. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Easily Add Images to the Print List Choose an image. ● Press the qr buttons to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 127
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide. Number of copies to print Connect the camera to the printer (p. 29). Print. ● Press the op buttons, choose [Print now] and press - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 128
Removes all print settings after printing. - • Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the print settings in the output. • may appear when using a memory card with print settings set by a different camera. These settings will be overwritten with those set by your - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 129
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) • With [Index] chosen, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. • The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p. 19). Choosing the Number of Copies Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. ● Press the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 130
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose Range Choose [Select Range]. ● Choose [Select Range] in Step 1 on p. 129 and press the m button. ● Choose images according to Steps 3 and 4 on p. 114. Make print settings. ● Press the op buttons, choose [Order] and press the m button. Set All Images to - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 131
8 Customizing the Camera You can customize various functions to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes. 131 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 132
used functions from the 3 tab (p. 48). Turning off Hints & Tips When you choose an item in the FUNC. menu (p. 47) or MENU (p. 48), a description of the function (hints and tips) is displayed. You can turn the memory card before use (p. 52). • Refer to the Software Guide for information regarding folder - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 133
], then press qr buttons to choose [Daily]. ● Images will be saved into folders created on each shooting date. Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p. 27). You can set the retraction time to [0 sec - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 134
is recommended to save battery power. ● Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button. ● Press the op buttons to choose [Auto Power Down], then use the qr buttons to choose [Off]. ● If you set the power saving function to [Off], be careful not to forget to turn off the camera after use. Setting the - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 135
Changing Functions Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre- - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 136
the settings in the 4 tab (p. 48). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check Turning off the AF Assist Beam The lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 137
. No image displays Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting You can change the way the image displays after shooting. ● Choose [Review Info], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Off Only displays the image taken. Detailed Displays detailed information (p. 45). The - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 138
the qr buttons to choose an option. Grid Lines 3:2 Guide Both A grid overlays the display. The areas outside the camera shake is too strong, attach the camera to a tripod. It is recommended to set the IS Mode to [Off] when the camera is attached to a tripod. • When using [Panning], hold the camera - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 139
appears when the camera power is turned on. Change Sounds ● Choose [Sound Options], then press the m button. ● Press the op buttons to choose an option. ● Press the qr buttons to choose a setting. 1 Preset sounds. 2 You can register your sounds using the supplied software (p. 140). Changing - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 140
as the Start-up Screen Image When you press the 1 button and set the camera to Playback mode, you can register sounds and images. ● Choose [Start-up Image will be overwritten when registering a new start-up image. Using the included software to register sounds and the start-up screen image You can - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 141
9 Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips and contains lists of functions. The index also appears at the end. 141 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 142
-DC10 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Insert the coupler. ● Open the other end into a power outlet. ● You can turn the camera on to use it. ● After you finish, turn off the camera and unplug the power cord from the power outlet - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 143
quickly. • Battery performance decreases at low temperatures. Warm the battery such as by placing it in your pocket with the terminal cover on. Lens will not retract. • Do not open the memory card/battery cover while the power is on. After closing the memory card/battery cover, turn the power on - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 144
halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus. Subject is too dark. • Set the flash to h (p. 67). 26). • Increase the ISO speed (p. 71). • Shoot within an appropriate distance for flash photography (p. 67). Image taken using the flash is too - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 145
insufficient. Try one of the following. • Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 52). • Change the compression ratio (p. 97). • Use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds. Zoom does not operate. • You can use the digital zoom while recording, but not the optical - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 146
an image without the a memory card, or with a memory card installed incorrectly. Install the memory card in the correct direction when shooting (p. 16). Memory card error (p. 52) • Contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full • There is - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 147
the memory card into the printer's card slot to print. Lens error, restart camera • A lens error was detected. Press the power button to turn the camera off and back on (p. 42). If this error message continues to appear, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 148
)/FE Lock (p. 85) - {--- TV Display (p. 77) { {{{{ Information Display (p. 44) On Off Light Metering (p. 84) Func. Menu My Colors (p. 74) - {--- White Balance (p. 72) ISO Speed (p. 71) Drive Mode (p. 73) W Compression Ratio (Image Quality) (p. 69) Recording Pixels (p. 69, 97 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 149
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Center AF Frame Size (p. 80) Normal/Small - {--- Digital Zoom (p. 60) Standard/Off { Digital Tele-converter (1.5x/2.0x) { {{{{ {{{{ AF-Point Review Info (p. 137) Off/Detailed/Focus Check { {{{{ Blink Detection (p. 89) On/Off { {{{{ Disp. Overlay (p. 138) Off/Grid Lines 3:2 Guide - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 151
Menus 4 E H U t ≈ w S y O P Z R TY vx E >z 1 *1 2 4 {-- --- { Selectable, or set automatically. - Not selectable 151 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 152
Lens Retract Power Saving Time Zone Date/Time Video System Language Reset All * Default setting Options/Summary On/Off* Set all operation sounds (5 levels). Set the sounds for each camera operation. On*/Off Set within a range of ±2. Add an image as start-up image. Formats memory card, erasing - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 153
dark portions and contrast in still images. Corrects red eyes in still images. Trims portions of still images. Resizes and saves still images. Adjusts colors in still images. On*/Off Last seen*/Last shot Fade*/Scroll/Slide/Off Menus Ref. Page p. 107 p. 115 p. 113 p. 120 p. 118 p. 124 p. 125 p. 122 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 154
lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. • When you move the camera formed, stop using the camera immediately. Continued use may damage the camera. Remove the battery and memory card, and wait - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 155
, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Sunset, Fireworks, Long Shutter, Beach, Underwater, Aquarium, Foliage, Snow, ISO 3200, Digital Macro, Color Accent, Color Swap, Stitch Assist Movie Mode: Standard, Color Accent, Color Swap Continuous Shooting Approx. 0.8 images/sec. Self-timer Approx. 10-sec./Approx. 2-sec - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 156
Specifications i-Contrast Off/Auto Recording Media SD memory card, SDHC memory card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus card, HC MMCplus card File Format Design rule for Camera File system and DPOF compliant Data Type Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Movies: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio data: Linear PCM) ( - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 157
35.4 × 40.3 × 5.9 mm (1.39 × 1.59 × 0.23 in.) Weight Approx. 17 g (0.60 oz.) Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE Rated input 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 0.1 A (100 V) - 0.06 A ) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. 157 - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 158
Battery Battery Charger 2, 14, 40 Charge Indicator 15 Date/Time Battery 20 Power Saving 53 Recharge 14 Battery Charger 14 Beach (Scene Mode 57 Black and White Images 74 C Camera Shake 59, 138 Clock Function 54 Color Accent (Scene Mode 91, 96 Color Swap (Scene Mode 92, 96 Components Guide - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 159
, 35 ISO 3200 (Scene Mode 58 ISO Speed 71 K Kids&Pets (Scene Mode 56 L Lamp 42, 63, 136 LCD monitor J Screen M Macro 67 Memory Cards 16, Memory Card Mute 49 My Category 118 My Colors 74, 123 N Night Snapshot (Scene Mode 56 Number of Shots 15 P Panoramic Photos 94 Personal Printing Guide - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 160
Sepia Tones 74 Servo AF 83 Shooting Date and Time J Date/Time Shooting Using a TV 77 Shutter Button 23 Slideshow 107 Snow (Scene Mode 58 Software DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ...... 2, 35 Software Guide 2 Transferring Images to a Computer ...... 34 Sound Settings Mute 49 Stitch Assist (Scene - Canon SD940 | PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS Camera User Guide - Page 161
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effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete. However, if you notice any errors or omissions, please contact the Canon customer service center indicated on the customer support list included with the product. • The above items notwithstanding
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