Canon A410 User Guide

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Before Using the Camera

Shooting

Playback/Erasing

Print/Transfer Settings

Troubleshooting

List of Messages

Appendix

Advanced

Camera User Guide

This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.

Main Features

Shooting

zAutomatically adjusts

shooting settings to match particular conditions (Special Scene mode)

zChanges image colors to

create special effects (My Colors modes)

Playback

zPlays movies zAuto Play

Editing

zEdits movies

Printing

zMakes printing easy with

the Print/Share button

zAlso supports non-Canon

brand PictBridge compliant printers

Uses of Recorded Images

zEffortlessly transfer them to a computer with the Print/

Share button

Conventions Used in this Guide

Icons appearing below titles indicate the modes in which the procedure can be used. In the example below, the mode dial can be used in the following shooting modes.

• (Manual) • (Special Scene)

• * (Manual) • * (Super Macro) • * (My Colors)

* Black square icons are modes in the FUNC. menu.

Switching between Focusing Modes

Shooting Mode

• See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 106).

In this guide, the Basic Camera User Guide is referred to as the Basic Guide, and the Advanced Camera User Guide is referred to as the Advanced Guide.

This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.

This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.

You can use SD* memory cards and MultiMediaCards with this camera. These cards are collectively called memory cards in this guide.

* SD stands for Secure Digital, a copyright protection system.

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 product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.

Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.

Conventions Used in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide . . . . .12

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . .15

Using the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Formatting Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Menus and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Menu List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Changing the Resolution and Compression (Still Images) . . 27

Changing Resolutions and Frame Rates (Movies) . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Shooting in a Special Scene Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Shooting in Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Super Macro) . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the Digital Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Postcard Date Imprint Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Movie Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Displaying Grid Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Switching between Focusing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Switching between Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Changing the Photo Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Shooting in a My Colors Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Playback/Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Magnifying Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Viewing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Editing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Rotating Images in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Automated Playback (Auto Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Erasing All Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Print Settings/Transfer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Setting the DPOF Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

When the power is turned on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Shooting Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Battery/Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

List of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Battery Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Handling the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Replacing the Date Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . . . . 92

Camera Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode . . . . . . . . . . .106

Handling Precautions

Please Read

Test Shots

Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use.

Warranty Limitations

For information on your camera's warranty, please refer to the Canon European Warranty System (EWS) Booklet supplied with your camera.

For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see rear of the European Warranty System (EWS) Booklet.

Camera Body Temperature

If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period.

About the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

Language Setting

Please see the Basic Guide (p. 3) to change the language setting.

Safety Precautions

zBefore using the camera, please ensure that you read and

understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.

zThe 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 persons and equipment.

zEquipment refers to the camera, battery charger or separately

sold compact power adapter.

zBattery refers to the battery pack.

Warnings

Equipment

z Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other

intense light sources that could damage your eyesight.

Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage by a child could result in serious injury.

• Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child's neck could result in asphyxiation.

• Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.

z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the

equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.

To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged.

z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke

or noxious fumes.

z Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or

become immersed in, water or other liquids. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth.

Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene,

thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.

Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord.

z Use only recommended power accessories. z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and

wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area.

z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.

Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock.

Battery

z Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to

direct flame or heat.

z The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the

battery.

z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe

impacts that could damage the casing.

z Use only recommended batteries and accessories.

Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contact these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.

z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter

from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when they are not in use to avoid fire and other hazards.

z Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets,

bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging.

Continued use over a long period may cause the units to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.

z Please use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and charger

recommended for use with these batteries.

z The compact power adapter are designed for exclusive use

with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries.

There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock.

z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape

or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.

Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.

Others

z Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or

animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight.

In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.

Cautions

Equipment

z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong

impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.

z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to

contact the charger terminals or plug.

Such conditions could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.

z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places

subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car.

z Ensure that the battery charger is plugged into a power

outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. Do not use if the power cord or plug are damaged, or if not fully plugged into the outlet.

z Do not use in locations with poor ventilation.

The above-mentioned can cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.

z When not using the camera for extended periods of time,

remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place.

Storing the camera for extended periods with batteries installed will cause battery leakage and damage the camera.

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 the surface of the flash after taking several

pictures in rapid succession.

Doing so could result in burns.

Preventing Malfunctions

Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields

z Never place the 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

z When moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold

temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.

Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces.

If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera

z Stop using the camera immediately.

Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the memory card and battery or compact power adapter from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.

Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide

Front View

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Power Button (Basic Guide p. 2) Shutter Button (Basic Guide p. 4) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) Viewfinder Window (p. 19) Wrist Strap Mount AF-assist Beam (p. 24) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (Basic Guide p. 8) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 35) Lens

Back View

LCD Monitor (p. 15) Viewfinder (p. 19) DIGITAL Terminal (Basic Guide p. 17) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 88) Ter m in a l Co v e r Coin Battery Holder (p. 87) Tripod Socket Memory Card Slot/Battery Cover (Basic Guide p. 1)

Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide

Operation Panel

Indicator (p. 19) DISP. (Display) Button (p. 15) Mode Dial (Basic Guide p. 5)

MENU Button (p. 23) FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 22)

(Print/Share) Button (Basic Guide p. 12)

(Telephoto) (when shooting)/ (Magnify) (when playing)/

S button (Basic Guide p. 7/pp. 32, 56)

(Macro)/ (Infinity)/ W button (Basic Guide p. 9)

(Flash)/ X button (Basic Guide p. 8)

(Wide Angle) (when shooting)/ (Single Image Erase)

(when playing)/ T button (p. 32, Basic Guide p. 7)

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Using the LCD Monitor

1 Press the DISP. button.

zThe display mode changes as follows with each press.

Shooting Mode Playback Mode ( , , or ) ( )

Standard Standard (No Information)

Detailed Detailed (Information View)

Off No Information

In the shooting modes, the shooting information displays for

approximately 6 sec. when changing modes, or when the or

/ button is pressed, regardless of the selected display mode.

z The LCD monitor on or off setting is remembered even after

the camera power is turned off.

z The LCD monitor does not shut off in the (Super Macro),

(My Colors), (Stitch Assist) or (Movie) mode.

z The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in

the index playback mode (p. 57).

LCD Monitor Brightness

The brightness of the LCD monitor can be adjusted to better suit the shooting conditions. You can change the brightness of the LCD monitor using the Set up menu (p. 25).

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.

* Noise will appear, and the movements of the subject will appear irregular in

the LCD monitor. The recorded image will not be affected. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual image recorded will be different.

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Shooting mode

Spot Frame

AF Frame (p. 42)

Macro/Infinity (Basic Guide p. 9)

Low Battery (p. 83)

Shooting Mode (Basic Guide pp. 6, 31, 37, 39, 49)

Exposure Compensation (p. 44)

ISO Speed (p. 54)

White Balance

Shooting Method (pp. 33, 35)

Photo Effect (p. 48)

My Colors (p. 49)

* Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information)

(p. 45)

Resolution/Compression (Stills)

(p. 27)

Resolution/Frame Rate (Movie) (p. 29)

Camera Shake Warning (p. 72)

Flash (Basic Guide p. 8)

(Red)

Movie Recording (p. 37)

Zoom Magnification (p. 32)*

Grid Lines (p. 40)

• Stills: Recordable Shots

• Movies (Sec.): Remaining Time/ Elapsed Time

z If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon

displays, it indicates there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will be selected. Select the (Auto) or

(Flash on) mode or attach the camera to a tripod or

other stationary device.

z During shooting, you can display a grid to help you

determine if your camera is level (p. 40).

Playback Mode

Standard

File Number

Resolution/Compression (Stills)

(p. 27)

Movie (p. 37)

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Protection Status (p. 63)

Total number of images

Displayed image number

Shooting Date/Time

Detailed

Shooting Mode (Basic Guide pp. 6, 31, 37, 39, 49)

White Balance (p. 45)

Photo Effect (p. 48)

My Colors (p. 49)

ISO Speed (p. 54)

Resolution (Movies) (p. 29)

Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 29)

Exposure Compensation (p. 44)

Flash (Basic Guide p. 8)

Metering Mode (p. 43)

Macro/Infinity (Basic Guide p. 9)

The following information may also be displayed with some images.

The file format is not recognized.

JPEG image not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards

RAW image

Unrecognized data type

Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly.

Using the Viewfinder

The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 15) while shooting.

Viewfinder

Indicators

The indicators light or blink when the power button or the shutter button is used.

Never do the following while an indicator is lit. These actions may corrupt image data.

- Shake or jolt the camera

- Shut off the power, or open the memory card slot/battery cover

zUpper Indicator

Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Image recording/reading/erasing/transferring

Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)/

zLower Indicator

Yellow: Blinking Yellow:

(when connected to a computer)

Flash is charging

Macro mode/infinity mode Focusing difficulty (camera beeps once)

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Power Saving Function

This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power.

Shooting Mode

Playback Mode Connected to a Printer

* Default Setting. This time can be changed (p. 25).

z The power saving function will not activate during Auto Play

or while the camera is connected to a computer.

z The power saving function settings can be changed (p. 25).

Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on.

Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.

Formatting Memory Cards

You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.

Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.

1 (Set up) Menu (Format).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button.

zTo perform a low level format, use

the S button to select [Low Level Format] and the W or X button to add a check mark.

zIf [Low Level Format] is selected,

you can cancel formatting partway by pressing the FUNC./ SET button. You can still use the memory card without problem even if formatting was halted partway, but the data is erased completely.

Low Level Format

You should select the [Low Level Format] option if you suspect the read/write speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards.

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Menus and Settings

Menus are used to set the shooting and playback settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available.

zFUNC. Menu zRec., Play and Set up Menus

FUNC. Menu

This menu sets many of the common shooting functions.

Set the camera to the shooting mode. Press the FUNC./SET button.

Use the

Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes.

Use the item.

You can select further options with the MENU button for some options.

After selecting an option, you can press the shutter button to shoot immediately. After shooting, this menu will appear again, allowing you to adjust the settings easily.

Press the FUNC./SET button.

or T button to select a menu item.

or X button to select an option for the menu

Rec., Play and Set up Menus

Convenient settings for shooting or playback can be set with these menus.

(Rec.) Menu

(Play) Menu

You can switch between menus with the W or X button when this part is selected.

* This example shows the Rec. menu. * In playback mode, the Play menu displays.

Press the MENU button. Use the Use the

or X button to switch between menus.

or T button to select menu items.

Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes.

Use the

or X button to select an option.

Menu items followed by an ellipsis (...) can only be set after pressing the FUNC./SET button to display the next menu. Press the FUNC./SET button again to confirm the setting.

Press the MENU button.

(Set up) Menu

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Menu List

FUNC. Menu

The icons for the default settings are shown here.

Manual Mode Shooting Method

Manual p. 31 Single

Super Macro p. 31 Continuous Shooting

My Colors p. 49 10-sec. Self-Timer

Stitch Assist Left to Right

Stitch Assist Right to Left

Special Scene Mode p. 30 Photo Effect p. 48

Movie Mode p. 37 My Colors p. 49

Exposure Compensation p. 44 Resolution/Compression p. 27

ISO Speed p. 54

White Balance p. 45

p. 39

Rec. Menu

Menu Item Options

AiAF On*/Off p. 41

Metering Mode * Evaluative,

AF-assist Beam On*/Off -

Digital Zoom On/Off*

Review Off/2*–10 seconds/Hold Basic p. 5

Save Original On/Off* p. 51

Grid Lines On/Off* p. 40

Date Stamp Off*/Date/Date & Time p. 34

Center-Weighted Average, Spot

(On in standard movie mode.)

2-sec. Self-Timer

Custom Timer

Resolution/Frame Rate (Movie)

*Default setting

Reference

Page

p. 35

p. 32

p. 33

p. 35

p. 29

Play Menu

Menu Item Reference Page

Protect p. 63

Rotate p. 61

Erase All p. 64

Auto Play p. 62

Print Order p. 65

Transfer Order p. 69

Set up Menu

Menu Item Options Reference Page

Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence the start-up,

LCD Brightness -7 to 0* to +7 Use the W or X button to adjust the

Power Saving p. 20

Auto Power Down

Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./

Date/Time Basic Guide (p. 2)

Format p. 21

File No. Reset On/Off* p. 55

Language Basic Guide (p. 3)

All Reset p. 26

On*/Off Sets whether or not the camera

30 sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./3min.

operation, self-timer and shutter sounds all at once. However, warnings still sound even when the mute is set to [On] (Basic Guide p. 2).

brightness. If you press the S or T button, the display returns to the Set up menu. You can check the brightness in the LCD monitor while you are adjusting the setting.

automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without the camera being operated.

Sets the length of time before the LCD monitor turns off when no camera operation is performed.

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

1 (Set up) Menu

(Reset All).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button.

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

- White balance data recorded with the custom white

- Colors specified in the

(Date/Time) and (Language) options in the

(Set up) menu (p. 25)

balance function (p. 46)

(Color Swap) (p. 53) modes of My Colors.

(Color Accent) (p. 52) or

Shooting

Changing the Resolution and Compression

(Still Images)

Shooting Mode

FUNC. Menu * (Resolution/Compres-

sion).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

* Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select

resolution settings.

Press the Menu button.

zUse the W or X button to select

compression and press the FUNC./SET button.

In Postcard Print mode, you cannot modify the compression rate.

Shooting

Approximate Values for Resolutions

Resolution Purpose

High Print up to A4-size prints*

(Large)

(Medium 1)

(Medium 2)

(Small)

(Postcard Date Imprint Mode)

* Paper sizes vary according to region.

2048 x 1536

pixels

1600 x 1200

pixels

1024 x 768

pixels

640 x 480

pixels

1600 x 1200

pixels

210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) Print up to Letter-size prints*

216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.)

Print postcard-size prints 148 x 100 mm (5.8 x 3.9 in.) Print L-size prints 119 x 89 mm (4.7 x 3.5 in.)

Print credit card-size prints

Send images as e-mail attachments

Low

Shoot more images

When printing to postcards (p. 34). The compression rate is set to (Fine).

Approximate Values for Compression Settings

Compression Purpose

Superfine

Fine

Normal

z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 100). z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 99).

High Quality Shoot higher quality images

Shoot normal quality images

Normal Shoot more images

Changing Resolutions and Frame Rates

(Movies)

Shooting Mode

You can change the resolution/frame rate when the movie shooting mode is set to (Standard) or (My Colors).

FUNC. Menu * (Resolution/Frame Rate).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select a

resolution/frame rate and press the FUNC./SET button.

Resolutions and Frame Rates

Resolution

Standard

My Colors

Compact

* Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each

second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the appearance of motion.

* The resolution/frame rate are fixed in the (Compact) mode.

z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 100). z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 99).

640 x 480 pixels

320 x 240 pixels

160 x 120 pixels

Frame Rate

10 frames/sec.

20 frames/sec.

15 frames/sec.

Shooting

Shooting in a Special Scene Mode

Shooting Mode

You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode.

FUNC. Menu * (Special Scene Mode).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select a

shooting mode and press the FUNC./SET button.

zSee the Basic Guide (p. 7) for

explanations of the Special Scene modes.

Shoot.

z The shutter speed is slow in (fireworks) mode. Always

use a tripod to avoid camera shake.

z In (Indoor), (Kids&Pets) or (Night Snapshot)

mode, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image depending on the scene being shot.

z In (Kids&Pets) mode, shoot with the subject 1 m (3.3 ft.)

– infinity from the end of the lens.

Shooting in Manual Mode

Shooting Mode

You can adjust settings yourself, such as the exposure, white balance and photo effect, when shooting in this mode.

FUNC. Menu * (Manual).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zSee the Basic Guide (p. 7) for

Manual mode explanations.

zSee Functions Available in Each

Shooting Mode (p. 106).

Change the settings as required and shoot.

Magnified Close-Up Shooting

(Super Macro)

Shooting Mode

You can shoot a subject from as close as 1.5 cm (0.6 in.) (minimum focal distance) with an area of 20 x 15 mm (0.79 x 0.59 in.) at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 7 x 5 mm (0.28 x 0.20 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately

3.2x).

FUNC. Menu (Super Macro).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

Press the or button to choose the angle of view and shoot.

Shooting

Using the Digital Zoom

Shooting Mode

By combining the digital and optical zooms, you can shoot with images zoomed.

Still images: approximately 10x max. (Super macro: approximately

3.2x max.) Movies (Standard): approximately 6.4x max.

The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off.

(Rec.) Menu (Digital Zoom) [On].

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

[On] is the default setting for Super

Macro and Movie (standard).

Press button and shoot.

zWhen you press the button, the zoom stops when the

lens reaches the maximum optical telephoto setting (when shooting still images). Press the button again to activate the digital zoom and further zoom the image digitally.

zPress the button to zoom out.

z Images become coarser the more they are digitally

zoomed.

Continuous Shooting

Shooting Mode

In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down.

In addition, continuous shooting is possible (p. 99) at a consistent interval (smooth continuous shooting) until the memory card is full under the following conditions*.

* The recommended super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold

separately) is used and formatted with a low level format (p. 21).

zThis reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon.

Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.

zEven if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card

may not be full.

FUNC./Menu * (Drive Mode)

(Continuous Shooting).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

Shoot.

zThe camera will continue to record successive images while

the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released.

Shooting

To Cancel Continuous Shooting

FUNC. Menu (Continuous Shooting) (Single).

z The interval between shots may lengthen if the internal

memory becomes full.

z If the flash fires, the interval between shots may lengthen.

Postcard Date Imprint Mode

Shooting Mode

You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor.

FUNC. Menu * (Resolution/Compression)

(Postcard).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zThe resolution is set to (1600 x

1200) and the compression to

(Fine).

zWhen you press the shutter

button halfway, the area that will not get printed grays out.

The digital zoom cannot be used in this mode.

For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide.

Embedding the Date in the Image Data

You can embed the date in image data when (Postcard Date Imprint Mode) is selected. The date will be printed on your images even if it has not been set with a computer or printer.

(Rec.) Menu (Date Stamp)

[Date]/[Date & Time].

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

In the LCD monitor

: [Off]

: [Date]/[Date & Time]

z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set

beforehand (p. 25).

z The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image

data once it has been set.

Using the Self-Timer

Shooting Mode

You can set the shutter to a 10 sec. ( ) or 2 sec. delay ( ), or to a custom delay time and number of shots ( Custom Timer), for shooting after the shutter button is pressed.

FUNC. Menu * (Drive

Mode).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X to select the self-

timer mode and press the FUNC./ SET button.

zThe following occurs with each

option.

- : 2 sec. before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound and lamp will speed up.

- : The self-timer sound will play when the shutter button is pressed and the shutter will release 2 sec. later.

You can change the delay time and number of shots

(p. 36).

Shoot.

zWhen the shutter button is pressed fully, the self-timer lamp

will blink (when Red-Eye Reduction, it will lit before 2 sec.).

To Cancel the Self-Timer

FUNC. Menu

(Self-Timer)

(Single).

Shooting

Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots (

You can change the delay time (0–10, 15, 20, 30 sec.) and number of shots (1–10). These settings, however, cannot be set for the Stitch Assist mode, movie mode or My Colors modes.

1 FUNC. Menu (Drive Mode) .

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Press the MENU button

zUse the S or T to select the [Delay]/[Shots] and use

the W or X to change settings, then press the FUNC./ SET button.

zThe self-timer sound will

behave as follows.

- If multiple shots have been specified for the [Shots] option, the sound will play for the first shot only.

- The self-timer sound will start 2 sec. before the specified delay for shooting is over.

If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more seconds, the following occurs.

- The exposure and white balance are locked at the settings selected for the first shot.

- If the flash fires, the interval between shots may lengthen.

- The interval between shots may lengthen if the internal memory becomes full.

- Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card becomes full.

Movie Shooting

Shooting Mode

You cannot record audio.

The following three movie modes are available.

Standard

You can select the resolution/frame rate and record. The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode.

• Resolution/Frame Rate: [ (640 x 480) 10 frames/sec.], [ (320 x 240) 20 frames/sec.]

• Max. Clip Length: 3 minutes

Compact

Since the resolution is low, this mode is convenient for sending movies as e-mail attachments or when the memory card capacity is low.

• Resolution/Frame Rate: [ (160 x 120) 15 frames/sec.]

• Max. Clip Length: 3 minutes

My Colors

You can change image colors and then shoot (p. 49). As with the Standard mode, you can also select the resolution/frame rate.

• Resolution/Frame Rate: [ (640 x 480) 10 frames/sec.], [ (320 x 240) 20 frames/sec.]

• Max. Clip Length: 3 minutes

* The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card

you use (p. 99).

Shooting

FUNC. Menu * (Movie).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select a

movie mode and press the FUNC./SET button.

zIn (Standard) or (My Col-

ors) mode, you can change the resolution/frame rate (p. 29).

Shoot.

zPressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the

exposure, focus and white balance settings.

zPressing the shutter button fully starts recording video. zDuring shooting the recording time (in seconds) and a red

circle appear on the LCD monitor.

zPressing the shutter button fully again stops recording.

Recording will stop automatically under the following circumstances.

- When the maximum recording time elapses

- When the internal memory and the memory card becomes full

z You are recommended to use a memory card that has

been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 21). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.

z The focus and zoom settings remain fixed for subsequent

frames at the values selected for the first frame.

z Before recording, you can set the white balance (p. 45). z QuickTime 3.0 or later is required to play back movies

(Data type: AVI/Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime (for Windows) is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, this program is standard with Mac OS X or later.

Shooting Panoramic Images

(Stitch Assist)

Shooting Mode

Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer.

The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.

1 FUNC. Menu / (Stitch Assist).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

zYou can select from the following

two shooting directions.

- Left to right horizontally

- Right to left horizontally

Shoot the first frame in

the sequence.

zThe exposure and white balance

are set and locked with the first image.

Shooting

Compose the second image so that it

overlaps a portion of the first and shoot.

Use the W or X button to return the previous image or retake the

recorded images.

zMinor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be cor-

rected when the images are stitched together.

Repeat the procedure for additional images.

zA sequence may contain up to 26 images. zPress the FUNC./SET button after the last shot.

The initial settings are applied from the second picture shot.

Use PhotoStitch, a supplied program, to merge the images on a computer.

Displaying Grid Lines

Shooting Mode

You can display a four-line (two vertical, two horizontal) grid on the LCD monitor.

(Rec.) Menu (Grid Lines) [On]/[Off]*.

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

*Default setting.

zThis grid does not appear on your

pictures.

Switching between Focusing Modes

Shooting Mode

You can select between the following two focusing modes according to the AiAF setting.



modes cannot be set.

z The focus is locked to the center AF frame when the digital

zoom is used.

The AF frame will display as follows (when the LCD monitor is on).

- AiAF Set to [On]

- AiAF Set to [Off] (single, centered AF frame)

The camera detects the subject and highlights the AF frames, from 5 available points, that it will use to determine the focus.

The camera focuses using the center AF frame. This is

Off

convenient for focusing on a specific part of a subject with greater certainty.

(Rec.) Menu [AiAF] [On]/[Off].

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

(Fireworks) and (Kids&Pets)

• Green Frame: Shooting preparations complete

• No Frame: Focusing difficulty

• Green Frame: Shooting preparations complete

• Yellow Frame: Focusing difficulty

(focused AF frame)

Shooting

Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects

Shooting Mode

It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.

zSubjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings zScenes with a mixture of near and far subjects.

Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition

z zSubjects that are moving quickly

Subjects through glass: Try to shoot as close to the glass as

possible to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass.

Aim the camera so that an object at the

same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the viewfinder or in the AF frame displayed on the LCD monitor.

Press the shutter button halfway.

Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as

desired and press the shutter button fully.

When shooting with the focus lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AiAF] to [Off] (p. 24) in the (Rec.) menu is recommended since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only.

Switching between Metering Modes

(Rec.) Menu (Light Metering) / / .

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

Metering Methods

Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images

Evaluative

Center

Weighted

Average

Spot

into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.

Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center.

Meters the area within the spot at the center of the LCD monitor. Use this setting when you want to set the exposure on the subject in the center of the monitor.

Shooting Mode

Shooting

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation

Shooting Mode

Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots.

FUNC. Menu * (Exposure Compensation).

To Cancel the Exposure Compensation

Restore the compensation value to [0].

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to adjust

the exposure compensation and press the FUNC./SET button.

Exposure compensation is not available in the (Color Accent) or (Color Swap) My Colors modes.

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

Shooting Mode

Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the (Auto) setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate to the light source.

FUNC. Menu * (White Balance).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select a

white balance setting and press the FUNC./SET button.

White Balance Settings

Auto

Day Light

Cloudy

Tun gs ten

Fluorescent

Fluorescent H

Custom

Settings are automatically set by the camera

For recording outdoors on a bright day

For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies

For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3wavelength fluorescent lighting

For recording under warm-white, cool-white or warmwhite (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting

For recording 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

Shooting

This setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or (B/W) photo effects are selected.

Using the Custom White Balance

You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color. In particular, take a custom white balance reading for the following situations that are difficult for the to detect correctly.

zShooting close-ups zShooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or

forest)

zShooting with a peculiar source of light (such as a

mercury-vapor lamp)

(Auto) setting

FUNC. Menu

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

Aim the camera at a piece of white

(Custom).

paper or cloth and press the MENU button.

zIf you are viewing it with the LCD monitor, ensure that

the center frame is completely filled with the white image. If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled.

z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to

and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±0) before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white).

z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the

white balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be set. In particular, the following should not be changed.

- ISO Speed

-Flash

Setting the flash to on, on (with Red-Eye Reduction), or off is recommended. If the flash fires when reading the white balance data with the flash set to (Auto) or (Auto with RedEye Reduction), make sure that you also use the flash when you shoot.

z Since the white balance data cannot be read in

Stitch Assist mode, preset the white balance before selecting [Stitch Assist] in the FUNC. menu.

z The camera will retain the custom white balance

setting that you record even if you reset the camera to the default settings (p. 26).

Shooting

Changing the Photo Effect

Shooting Mode

By setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take.

FUNC. Menu * (Photo Effect).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select a

photo effect and press the FUNC./ SET button.

Photo Effect Settings

Effect Off

Vivid

Neutral

Low Sharpening

Sepia

B/W

Records normally with this setting.

Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors.

Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues.

Records subjects with softened outlines.

Records in sepia tones.

Records in black and white.

Shooting in a My Colors Mode

Shooting Mode

A My Colors mode easily changes the colors in an image when it is shot, allowing you to alter the balance between red, green and blue, transform pale or tanned skin or change a color specified in the LCD monitor into a different color. Since they work with both stills and movies, these modes let you enjoy producing various image or movie effects.

However, depending on the shooting conditions, the images may appear rough or you may not get the expected color. Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot trial images and check the results.

Moreover, the camera will record both the My Colors image and the original unaltered image if you set [Save Original] (p. 24) to [On].

My Colors Settings

Use this option to make red, green or blue colors

Positive Film

Lighter Skin

Ton e*

Darker Skin

Ton e*

Vivid Blue

Vivid Green

Vivid Red

Color Accent

more intense like the Vivid Red, Vivid Green or Vivid Blue effects. It can produce intense naturalappearing colors like those obtained with positive film.

Use this option to make skin tones lighter.

Use this option to make skin tones darker.

Use this option to emphasize blue tints. It makes blue subjects, such as the sky or ocean, more vivid.

Use this option to emphasize green tints. It makes green subjects, such as mountains, new growth, flowers and lawns, more vivid.

Use this option to emphasize red tints. It makes red subjects, such as flowers or cars, more vivid.

Use this option to have only the color specified in the LCD monitor remain and to transform all others to black and white.

Shooting

Use this option to transform a color specified in the

Color Swap

* The skin colors of non-human subjects may also be altered. * You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin color.

FUNC. Menu (My Colors: Stills)/ (My

Colors: Movies).

See Menus and

Settings (p. 22).

LCD monitor into another. The specified color can only be swapped into one other color, multiple colors cannot be chosen.

Stills

FUNC. Menu * (Positive Film).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select a

My Colors mode.

Shoot.

z Modes

Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot.

z Modes

See Setting the Camera to the Color Accent Mode

See Setting the Camera to the Color Swap Mode

The ISO speed will rise with some settings, which may increase the "noise" in the image.

Movies

(p. 52).

(p. 53).

Changing the Save Method for the Original Image

When you are shooting still images in a My Colors mode, you can specify whether or not both the altered image and the original image are recorded.

(Rec.) Menu (Save Original)

[On]/[Off].

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

zIf [On] is selected, the two

images will be numbered consecutively with the altered image following the original.

Save Original is Set to [On]

- Only the altered image is shown in the LCD monitor during shooting.

- The image that appears in the LCD monitor immediately after recording is the altered image. If you erase the image at this point, the original image is erased along with the altered image. Exercise adequate caution before deleting a file.

- Since two images are recorded with each shot, the number of shots remaining is approximately half the number displayed when this function is set to [Off].

Shooting

Setting the Camera to the Color Accent Mode

Colors other than the color specified in the LCD monitor are shot in black and white.

1 (Color Accent) MENU button.

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

zThe camera will switch to

color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previously set color).

Aim the camera so that the color you wish

to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the W button.

zOnly one color can be specified. zYou can use the S or T button to specify the range

of colors that are retained.

-5 : Only takes the color that you want to retain.

+5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want

to retain.

Press the FUNC./SET button.

zThis completes the setting. zPress the MENU button to return the My Colors mode

selection screen.

z The default color accent is green. z You may not obtain the expected results after color

input mode if you use the flash, or change the white balance or metering settings.

z The chosen Color Accent is retained even if the

camera's power is turned off.

Setting the Camera to the Color Swap Mode

This mode allows you to transform a color specified in the LCD monitor into another.

Original Color (Before Swapping)

Desired Color (After Swapping)

1 (Color Swap) MENU button.

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

zThe camera will switch to

color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color).

Aim the camera so that the original

color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the W button.

zOnly one color can be specified. zYou can use the S or T button to specify the range

of colors that are swapped.

-5 : Only takes the color that you want to swap. +5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want

to swap.

Shooting

Aim the camera so that the desired

color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the X button.

zOnly one color can be specified.

Press the FUNC./SET button.

zThis completes the setting. zPress the MENU button to return the selecting screen

for the My Colors mode.

z The default setting for color swap mode changes

green into white.

z You may not obtain the expected results after color

input mode if you use the flash, or change the white balance or metering settings.

z The colors specified in the color swap mode are

retained even if the camera's power is turned off.

Adjusting the ISO Speed

Shooting Mode

Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area, or use a fast shutter speed.

FUNC. Menu * (ISO Speed).

See Menus and Settings (p. 22).

*Default setting.

zUse the W or X button to select an

ISO speed and press the FUNC./ SET button.

zThe AUTO setting selects the opti-

mal speed.

Resetting the File Number

Shooting Mode

Playback Mode

The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned.

(Set up) Menu (File No. Reset) [On]/

[Off].

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

File No. Reset Function

The file number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new

memory card is inserted. New images recorded on memory cards with existing files are assigned the next available number.

The file number of the last image to be shot is memorized so that images recorded to a new memory card start from the next number.

Off

This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication.

See the Software User Guide regarding memory card folder structures.

Shooting

Playback/Erasing

→ See the Basic Guide (p. 10)

Magnifying Images

Press the zoom lever toward .

z will display and a magnified

portion of the image will display.

zImages can be magnified up to a

factor of approximately 10x.

Approximate Location of the Magnified Area

Press the FUNC./SET button and use the W,

X, S or T button to move around the image.

z will display. zIf you press the FUNC./SET button once more, the camera

switches to image advance mode and will display. You can use the W or X button to advance to the next or previous image at the same level of magnification. The image advance mode cancels when you press the FUNC./SET button again.

zYou can change the magnification level with the zoom lever.

To Cancel the Magnified Display

Press the zoom lever toward T. (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.)

Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified.

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine

(Index Playback)

Display an image by pressing the FUNC./SET

button at least 1 second.

zUp to nine images can be viewed

at once in index playback.

zUse the W, X, S or T button to

change the image selection.

To Return to Single Image Playback

Press the FUNC./SET button at least 1 second.

Selected Image

Movie

Playback/Erasing

Viewing Movies

Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.

Display a movie and

press the FUNC./SET button.

zImages with a icon are

movies.

Movie Control Panel

2 Select (Play) and press the FUNC./SET

button.

The movie will pause if you press the

playback. It will resume when you press the button again.

zWhen playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame

displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel.

Operating the Movie Control Panel

Single image playback

Play

Print (Only appears when connected to a printer. For details, refer to your Direct Print documentation.)

Displays the first frame

Previous Frame (Rewinds if the

Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the

Displays the last frame

Edit (Switches to movie editing mode) (p. 59)

FUNC./SET

button during

button is held down)

Editing Movies

You can delete portions of recorded movies.

Movies that are 1 sec. or longer before editing can be edited in 1-second units, but protected movies and movies less than 1 sec. long cannot be edited.

Select (Edit) in the movie control panel and press the FUNC./SET button.

zThe movie editing panel and the

movie editing bar will display.

Use the S or T button to select (Cut

Beginning) or (Cut End) and the W or X button to specify the point ( ) at which to cut.

zTo check a temporarily edited movie, select (Play) and

press the FUNC./SET button.

zSelecting (Exit) cancels the edit and restores the movie

control panel.

Movie Editing Panel

Movie Editing Bar

3 Select (Save) and press the FUNC./SET

button.

Playback/Erasing

Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press

the FUNC./SET button.

z[New File] saves the edited movie

under a new file name. The preedit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving is canceled.

z[Overwrite] saves the edited

movie with its original name. The pre-edit data is lost.

zWhen there is not enough space left on the memory card,

only [Overwrite] can be selected.

It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the battery runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, it is recommended to use the two new or fully charged AA-size NiMH batteries, or the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (p. 88).

Rotating Images in the Display

Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.

Original 90° 270°

(Play) Menu

(Rotate).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Use the W or X button to select an image to

rotate and press the FUNC./SET button to rotate it.

zCycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each

press of the FUNC./SET button.

zImages can be rotated in index playback.

z Movies cannot be rotated. z 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.

Playback/Erasing

Automated Playback (Auto Play)

All the images on a memory card can be displayed automatically. The displaying time is 3 seconds.

(Play) Menu (Auto Play)

FUNC./SET button.

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

zThe Auto Play starts. zFollowing functions are available

during automated playback.

- Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: press the

- Fast forward/rewind the Auto Play: press the (continue to hold the button to advance more rapidly)

- Stopping the

z Depending on the images, the display interval may vary

slightly from the setting when played.

z Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of

the Auto Play time settings.

z The power saving function is disabled while an Auto Play

plays on the camera (p. 20).

FUNC./SET

Auto Play

button

: press the MENU button.

or X button

Protecting Images

You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.

(Play) Menu (Protect).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Select an image you want to protect using

the W or X button, and press the FUNC./SET button.

zPressing the FUNC./SET button

again cancels the setting.

zYou can also protect images in the

index playback mode.

Protection Icon

Playback/Erasing

Erasing All Images

z Please note that erased images cannot be recovered.

Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.

z Protected images cannot be erased with this function.

(Play) Menu (Erase all).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

2 Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET

button.

zTo exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel].

Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the card (p. 21).

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. 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.

The icon may display for a memory card with print settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.

(Play) Menu (Print Order).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Single Images

2 Select [Order] and press the FUNC./SET

button.

zSelecting [Reset] cancels all print

settings for the images.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Select images for printing.

zAs shown below, selection meth-

ods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 67).

- (Standard)/ (Both)

Select an image, press the FUNC./SET button and use the S or T button to select the number of print copies (up to

99).

- (Index)

Select an image and the press FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it.

zYou can also select images in the

index playback mode.

Number of Print Copies

Index Print Selection

All the Images on a Memory Card

Select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button.

zSelecting [Reset] cancels all print

settings for the images.

3 Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET

button.

z The output of some printers or photo developing services

may not reflect the specified print settings.

z Print settings cannot be set for movies.

z Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the

shooting date.

z A maximum of 998 images can be selected. z When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can

be set. When it is set to [Index], the number of copies cannot be set (only one copy will be printed).

z Do not set the date in the DPOF print settings when printing

images that have had the date embedded with the [Date Stamp] function. This may cause the date to be printed twice.

Setting the Print Style

Set the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected.

Standard

Print Type

Date

File No.

Index

Both

(Play) Menu (Print Order).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Prints one image per page.

Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format.

Prints the images in both the standard and index formats.

Adds the date to the print.

Adds the file number to the print.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Select [Set up] and press

the FUNC./SET button.

Select [Print Type], [Date] or [File No.] and

then select the settings.

z The Date and File No. settings will change according to the

Print Type as follows.

- Index [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set at the same time.

- Standard or Both [Date] and [File No.] can both be set to [On] at the same time. However, the printable information may vary between printers.

z Embedded dates in (Postcard Date Imprint mode)

(p. 34) print out even when [Date] is set to [Off].

z Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu

(p. 25).

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

You can use the camera 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 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.

The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.

(Play) Menu (Transfer Order).

See Menus and Settings (p. 23).

Single Images

2 Select [Order] and press the FUNC./SET

button.

zSelecting [Reset] cancels all

transfer order settings.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

3 Select an image to transfer and press the

FUNC./SET button.

zPressing the FUNC./SET button

again deselects the setting.

zYou can also select images in the

index playback mode (p. 57).

All the Images on a Memory Card

Transfer Selection

2 Select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET

button.

zSelecting [Reset] cancels all

transfer order settings.

3 Select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET

button.

z Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by

the shooting date.

z A maximum of 998 images can be selected.

Troubleshooting

Camera

Camera will not operate.

Power is not turned on. zPress the power button for a

Memory card slot/battery cover is open.

Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction.

Batteries are not the right type.

Insufficient battery voltage ("Change the battery pack" message displays).

Poor contact between camera and battery terminals.

When the power is turned on

moment (Basic Guide p. 2).

zConfirm that the memory card slot/

battery cover is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 1).

zPut batteries back into the camera

in the correct direction (Basic Guide p. 1).

zUse only unused AA-size alkaline

batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (Basic Guide p. 1).

zInsert the two unused or fully

charged AA-size NiMH batteries into the camera (Basic Guide p. 1).

zUse the AC Adapter Kit ACK800

(sold separately) (p. 88).

zPolish the terminals with a soft

cotton swab before charging or using the battery (p. 83).

zReinsert the batteries several times.

Troubleshooting

"Card locked!" message appears.

The SD memory card's write protect tab is set to "Write protect".

zWhen recording to, erasing from or

formatting the memory card, slide the tab upward (p. 85).

The Date/Time menu appears.

The lithium coin battery charge is low.

zReplace it (p. 87).

LCD monitor

The display darkens.

The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light.

A bar of light (red, purple) appears on the LCD monitor.

Subject is too bright. zThis is a normal occurrence in

appears.

A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting.

appears.

The symbol will display when using a memory card that had print settings or transfer settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras.

zThis does not constitute a

malfunction and has no effect on images that have been shot.

devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction. This bar of light will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies.

zRaise the ISO speed, set the flash to

anything other than (Flash off), or affix the camera to a tripod to shoot (Basic Guide p. 8).

zBe careful when making changes to

the print or transfer settings with other DPOF cameras, because all such settings will be overwritten by your camera (p. 65).

Shooting

Camera will not record.

Mode switch is set to (playback).

Flash is charging. zThe indicator will light orange when it

Memory card is full. zInsert a new memory card (Basic

Memory card is not formatted correctly.

SD memory card is write protected.

Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image

Usually the recorded image contains more of the scene than is seen in the viewfinder.

Image is blurred or out of focus.

AF-assist Beam is set to [Off].

zSet the mode switch to , ,

or (Basic Guide p. 6).

is charged. You can then press the shutter button (p. 19).

Guide p. 1).

zIf required, download the images to

a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space (p. 64, Basic Guide p. 10).

zFormat the memory card (p. 21). zIf reformatting does not work, the

memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

zSlide the write protect tab of the SD

memory card upward (p. 85).

zConfirm the actual image size with

the LCD monitor. As there can be a noticeable difference, use the LCD monitor when in macro and super macro mode (p. 15).

zIn dark places where it is difficult for

the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it

(p. 24). Take care not to obstruct the

AF-assist Beam with your hand when used.

Troubleshooting

The camera moves when the shutter button is pressed.

Subject is out of focal range.

The subject is hard to focus on.

zSetting the self-timer to (2

seconds) delays the shutter release for 2 seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image (p. 35). Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a stable surface or by using a tripod to shoot.

zShoot with the subject at the correct

shooting distance (p. 95).

zUse the Infinity mode to shoot

distant subjects (Basic Guide p. 9).

Use the focus lock to shoot (p. 42)

Subject in recorded image is too dark.

Insufficient light for shooting.

Subject is dark in contrast to the background.

Subject is too far away for flash to reach.

zSet the flash to on (On) (Basic

Guide p. 8).

zSet the exposure compensation to a

positive (+) setting.

zUse the spot metering function

(p. 43)

zShoot within shooting distance of the

subject when using the internal flash

(p. 95).

zRaise the ISO speed and then shoot

(p. 54).

Subject in recorded image is too bright.

Subject is too close, making the flash too strong.

Subject is bright in contrast to the background.

Light is shining directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera.

Flash is set to on. zSet the flash to off (Flash off)

zShoot within correct shooting

distance of the subject when using the internal flash.

zSet the exposure compensation to a

negative (-) setting (p. 44).

zUse the spot metering function

(p. 43)

zChange the shooting angle.

(Basic Guide p. 8).

Image flashes white. Image contains noise.

ISO speed is too high. z

Higher ISO speeds increase image noise. To take clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 54).

zIn Night Snapshot,

Kids&Pets, and Indoor modes, the ISO speed increases and noise can occur.

White dots appear on the image.

Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle.

zThis is a phenomenon that occurs

with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction.

Troubleshooting

Eyes appear red.

Light reflecting back from eyes can make them appear red when the flash is used in dark areas.

zUnder these conditions, use the

red-eye reduction mode (Basic Guide p. 8). For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp.

zEven better results can be obtained

by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject. The shutter will not activate for approximately 1 second after the red-eye reduction lamp fires in order to improve the effect (except when shooting in the Kids&Pets mode).

Continuous shooting slows down.

The memory card's performance has dropped.

zTo enhance the continuous shooting

performance, you are recommended to format the memory card in the camera after you save all its images to your computer (p. 21, Basic Guide p. 13).

Recording images to memory card takes a along time.

Memory card was formatted in another device.

zUse a memory card formatted in

your camera (p. 21).

Lens will not retract.

Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on.

zFirst close the memory card slot/

battery cover and then turn the power off (Basic Guide p. 1).

Shooting Movies

The recording time may not display properly or filming may stop unexpectedly.

The following types of memory cards are used.

- Slow recording cards.

- Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer.

- Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly.

"!" displays frequently in the LCD monitor.

If free space in the camera's internal memory becomes too scarce, the "!" symbol will display on the LCD monitor in red and the camera will automatically cease filming shortly thereafter.

Zoom does not operate.

Zoom button was pressed while shooting in movie mode.

zAlthough the recording time may not

display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the memory card. Recording time will display properly if you format the memory card in this camera (excluding slow recording memory cards) (p. 21).

Try the following procedures.

- Reformat the memory card before filming (p. 21).

- Lower the resolution or frame rate

(p. 29).

- Use a high-speed memory card (SDC-512MSH, etc.).

zOperate the zoom before shooting

in movie mode (Basic Guide p. 7). However you can use the digital zoom while shooting in movie mode ( Standard mode only) (p. 32).

Troubleshooting

Playback

Cannot play back.

You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.

File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed.

Movies cannot be edited.

Some movies shot with another camera cannot be edited.

Movies do not play back correctly.

Movies recorded with high resolutions/frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards.

You may experience frame dropping when playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources.

Reading images from memory card is slow.

Memory card was formatted in another device.

zComputer images that cannot be

played back will play back if they are added to the camera using the bundled software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF).

zSet the file name or location on the

file format/structure of the camera. (Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details).

zUse a memory card formatted in

your camera (p. 21).

Battery/Battery Charger

Battery consumed quickly.

Batteries are not the right type.

The batteries are cold. Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures.

Battery terminals are dirty.

Canon AA-size NiMH batteries consumed quickly.

The batteries have not been used for over a year.

Battery life exceeded. zReplace the batteries with the

Batteries do not charge in separately sold battery charger.

Batteries were placed in the charger in the wrong direction.

Poor electrical contact. zBe sure to set batteries firmly into

Battery terminals are dirty.

Battery life exceeded. zReplace both batteries with unused

zUse only unused AA-size alkaline

batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. See Battery Handling (p. 83).

zIf shooting in a cold area, keep the

batteries warm (by placing them in an inner pocket, etc.) until ready to use them.

zWipe them well with a dry cloth

before use.

zReinsert the batteries several times.

zIf batteries are rechargeable:

Performance should return to normal after several charging cycles.

unused batteries.

zPut batteries back into the charger

in the correct direction.

the charger. Be sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the charger, and is firmly plugged in to the power outlet.

zWipe them well with a dry cloth

before charging.

ones.

Troubleshooting

List of Messages

The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection.

Busy...

zImage is being recorded to, or read from, memory card.

No memory card

zYou attempted to shoot or play back images without a memory

card installed.

Card locked!

zThe SD card is write-protected.

Cannot record

zYou attempted to shoot an image without a memory card.

Memory card error

zMemory card has experienced an anomaly.

Memory card full

Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved. Or no more image settings or sound memos can be recorded.

Naming error!

zThe image could not be created because there is an image with

the same name as the directory that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up Menu, set the File Reset option to [On]. Save all the images you wish to retain onto a computer, then reformat the memory card. Please note that formatting will erase all the existing images and other data.

Change the battery pack.

zBattery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace with

unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AAsize NiMH batteries (be sure to replace all the batteries at the same time).

No image.

zNo images recorded on memory card.

Image too large.

zYou attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328

pixels or with a large data size.

Incompatible JPEG format.

zYou attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG image.

Corrupted Data.

zYou attempted to play back an image with corrupted data.

RAW

zYou attempted to play back a RAW image.

Unidentified Image

zYou attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a

special data type (proprietary data type used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a movie clip recorded by another camera.

Cannot magnify!

zYou attempted to magnify an image recorded in a different

camera or data type, an image edited with a computer, or a movie.

Cannot rotate

zYou attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera

or data type, an image edited with a computer, or a movie.

Protected!

zYou attempted to erase a protected image or movie.

Too many marks.

zToo many images have been marked with print settings or

transfer settings. Cannot process any more.

Cannot complete!

zCould not save the print or transfer settings.

List of Messages

Unselectable image.

zYou attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG image.

Exx

z(xx: number) Camera malfunction. Turn the power off and then

back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check image in playback mode.

Appendix

Battery Handling

Battery Charge

The following icon and message will display.

Change the battery pack

Recharge it as soon as possible if it will be used for an extended period, or use an unused battery.

Battery Handling Precautions

z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold

separately) only.

While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.

z The operating time of the batteries you purchase may not be

as long as the batteries that came with the camera.

The performance of alkaline batteries may differ according to brand.

z If you are using the camera in cold areas or for a long time,

we recommend using Canon's AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (sold separately).

Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkaline batteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries.

z Never mix new batteries together with batteries that have

been used in other devices.

The partially used batteries may leak.

z Be careful to load the batteries with their positive ( ) and

negative ( ) ends in the right direction.

z Never mix batteries of different types or from different

manufacturers. All two batteries should be identical.

Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the battery immediately.

Appendix

z Before inserting the batteries, wipe the battery terminals

well with a dry cloth.

Oil from one's skin or other dirt may cause a considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or reduce usage time.

z Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures, the

battery icon will display.

If you are using the camera in cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they should, you may be able to restore performance by placing batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use.

z Be careful that you don't put the batteries into a pocket

together with a metal key chain or other metallic objects, as these objects may cause batteries to short-circuit.

z If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove

the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place.

Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use.

Warning

Never use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk that such batteries may leak, overheat, or burst.

Always check the seals on store-bought batteries before loading them, as some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use batteries with defective seals.

Never use batteries that look like this.

Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off.

The positive electrode (plus terminal) is flat.

The negative terminal is correctly formed (protruding from the metal base), but the seal does not extend up over the edge of the metal base.

Handling the Memory Card

SD Memory Card (Sold Separately)

Write Protect Tab

Slide the switch up.

Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible

Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the card)

Cautions When Handling

z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not

bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.

z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card. z Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the

terminals on the back of the card. Do not touch the terminals with your hands or metal objects.

z Do not peel away the original label on the memory card or

cover it with another label or sticker.

z When writing on the memory card, do not use a pencil or

ball-point pen. Only use a soft point pen (e.g. felt-tip pen).

z Do not use or store memory cards in the following

locations.

• Locations subject to dust or sand

• Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

z Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card

may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity or card/camera malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended.

Appendix

Formatting

z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card

erases all data, including protected images and other file types.

z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been

formatted in your camera.

• The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.

• When the camera is malfunctioning, 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 camera. When that happens, reformat the memory card with this camera.

z If formatting in the camera does not work properly, turn the

camera off and re-insert the memory card. Then turn the camera back on and format again.

Replacing the Date Battery

If the LCD monitor displays the Date/Time menu when you turn on the camera, this means that the date battery has run down and the clock has stopped running. Please purchase a replacement battery (lithium coin battery CR1220) and install it as follows.

The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased.

Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage the stomach or intestinal wall.

1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Remove the battery

holder.

3 Pull out the battery in the

direction as shown with arrow.

(−) Negative end

4 Insert the new date battery into the holder

with the negative end (−) facing up.

5 Replace the date battery holder back into

its original position.

6 Set the date and time when the Date/Time

menu is displayed on the LCD monitor (

Basic Guide

p. 2).

Appendix

The LCD monitor also displays the Date/Time menu the very first time you turn on the camera. This is normal, and you don't need to replace the date battery.

Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)

It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer.

Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.

1 Connect the power cord

to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet.

2 Open the terminal cover

and attach the cord to the DC IN terminal.

zPlease unplug the adapter from

the power outlet when you have finished using the camera.

z Please do not attempt to use any AC adapter other than

AC Adapter Kit ACK800 with your camera. Use of a different adapter may result in damage to the camera or to the adapter kit.

z Do not connect the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 to any other

devices. It could cause smoke and fire, or damage the compact power adapter.

Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)

Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200)

Included are the battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge the batteries as shown below.

Four batteries

Two batteries

Charge Indicator

The indicator blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished.

Four batteries are supplied with the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200, however, only two batteries are used for this camera.

z This charger can be used only to charge Canon AA-size

NiMH batteries NB-2AH. Please do not attempt to charge NB-2AH batteries in any other type of charger.

z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or

different charge states. When recharging batteries from the camera, always recharge both of them at the same time.

z Do not attempt to recharge fully charged batteries, as

doing so may reduce or impair battery performance. Also, do not charge batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours.

z Do not recharge batteries in enclosed areas that tend to

retain heat.

*Two batteries can be

charged instead of four.

Appendix

z Repeatedly recharging batteries before they become fully

depleted may cause batteries to lose capacity. Do not recharge the batteries until the LCD monitor displays the "Change the batteries" message.

z Wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth in the

following situations, as the terminals may be soiled with oil from one's skin or other dirt:

- If the battery usage time has considerably diminished.

- If the number of recordable images has considerably diminished.

- When charging the batteries (insert and remove the batteries two or three times before charging)

- When charging completes in a matter of a few minutes (the battery charger indicator remains lit)

z You may not be able to fully charge the batteries due to

their specifications right after purchase or after long periods of non-use. If this happens, use the batteries until their charge is depleted before charging them again. After doing this several times, battery performance will be restored.

z Since storing a fully charged battery for long periods of

time (about one year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, you are recommended to use the battery in the camera until it is completely discharged and to store it at normal temperature (0 - 30 °C (32 - 86 °F) or less). If you do not use the battery for long periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully in the camera at least once a year before returning it to storage.

z If battery usage time is considerably low despite their

terminals' being wiped and the battery charger's indicator remaining lit, it is possible that the batteries have reached the end of their lifespan. Switch to different, unused batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH NB4-200 (NB-2AH4 set of 4) batteries.

z Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may damage it

causing battery leakage. Remove batteries from the camera or charger and store in a dry cool location when not in use.

It takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes when two batteries are loaded one at each end of the charger and approximately 4 hours 10 minutes with four for the charger to fully recharge them (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Please do not charge batteries in areas where the temperature is outside the range of 0 to 35

z Charging time varies according to ambient temperature and

to the batteries' initial charge state.

z The battery charger may emit noise while charging. This is

not a malfunction.

z You can also use Battery/Charger Kit CBK100. For Battery/

Charger Kit CBK100, use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-1AH.

C (32 to 95 °F).

Appendix

Using an Externally Mounted Flash

(Sold Separately)

High-Power Flash HF-DC1

This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash 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.

Bracket (Comes with the flash)

z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge

gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF] when you finish using the flash.

z Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor

windows with your fingers while the flash is in use.

z The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close

proximity.

z The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or

when there are no reflective items.

z For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the

first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots.

z Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not

loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both.

Tripod Sockets

z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the

lithium battery (CR123A 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

zCharge becomes Severely Limited

If the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. The terminals may be soiled with oil from one's skin or other dirt.

zUsage in Cold Temperatures (Less than 0°C/32°F)

Get a spare generic lithium ion battery (CR123A or DL123). You are recommended to place the spare battery in your pocket to warm it up before switching it for the battery in the flash.

zNon-Use over Extended Periods

Leaving batteries in the High-Power Flash could allow the battery fluid to leak, damaging the product. Remove the batteries from the High-Power Flash and store them in a cool, dry place.

Appendix

Camera Care and Maintenance

Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic cleansers or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment.

Camera Body

Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper.

Lens

First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth.

Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on rear of the European Warranty System (EWS) booklet.

Viewfinder and LCD Monitor

Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently wipe with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt.

Never rub or press strongly on the LCD monitor. These actions may damage it or lead to other problems.

Specifications

All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.

PowerShot A410

(W): wide angle (T): telephoto

Camera Effective Pixels

Image Sensor 1/3.2-inch type CCD

Lens 5.4 (W) – 17.3 (T) mm

Digital Zoom Approx. 3.2x (Up to approx. 10x in combination

Optical Viewfinder Real-image zoom viewfinder

LCD Monitor 1.5-inch, low-temperature polycrystalline silicon

AF System TTL autofocus

Shooting Distance (From the front of the lens)

Shutter Mechanical shutter + electronic shutter

Shutter Speeds 1 – 1/2000 sec.

Metering System Evaluative, Center-weighted average or

Exposure Compensation

Approx. 3.2 million

(Total number of pixels: Approx. 3.3 million)

(35mm film equivalent: 41 (W) – 131 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) – f/5.1 (T)

with the optical zoom)

TFT color LCD, approx. 120,000 pixels (Picture coverage 100%)

Focusing frame: 5-point AiAF/1-point AF (fixed to center)

Normal: 47 cm (1.5 ft.) – infinity Macro: 5 – 47 cm (W)/25 – 47 cm (T)

(2.0 in. – 1.5 ft. (W)/9.8 in. – 1.5 ft. (T))

Super Macro: 1.5 – 5 cm (W)

(0.6 in. – 2.0 in) (W)

Infinity: 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) – infinity

The shutter speed varies according to the shooting mode. Slow shutter speeds of 1/6 sec. or slower operate with noise reduction.

Spot (fixed to center)

± 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments

Appendix

ISO Speed Auto*, ISO 50/100/200 equivalent

* Camera automatically sets the optimal speed.

White Balance Auto, pre-set (available settings: Day Light,

Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent or Fluorescent H) or custom

Built-in Flash

Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, flash on with red-eye reduction, flash on, flash off, slow synchro

Flash Range Normal: 47 cm – 3.0 m (W)/47 cm – 2.0 m (T)

(1.5 – 9.8 ft. (W)/1.5 – 6.6 ft. (T)) Macro: 30 – 47 cm (1.0 – 1.5 ft.) (W/T) (When ISO speed is set to AUTO.)

Shooting Modes

(Still images)

(Movie)

Continuous

Auto, Manual, Super macro*1, My Colors*1, Special Sc ene*2, Stitch assist

Standard, Compact, My Colors

*1 Selectable in Manual mode. *2 Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor,

Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks

Approx. 2.5 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode)

Shooting

Self-timer Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./

approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer

Recording Media SD memory card, MultiMediaCard

File Format Design rule for camera file system and DPOF

compliant

Data Type (Still images)

(Movies)

Exif 2.2 (JPEG) AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG)

Compression Superfine, Fine, Normal

Number of Recording Pixels

(Still Images)

Large: 2048 x 1536 pixels Medium 1: 1600 x 1200 pixels Medium 2: 1024 x 768 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels Postcard Date Imprint Mode: 1600 x 1200 pixels Recording can continue until the memory card is full

* Using super high-speed memory cards (SDC-

512MSH recommended).

Number of Recording Pixels

(Movies)

Standard, My Colors:

640 x 480 pixels (10 frames/sec.) 320 x 240 pixels (20 frames/sec.) Max. Clip Length at one time: 3 minutes

Compact: (can record for 3 min.)

160 x 120 pixels (15 frames/sec.) Max. Clip Length at one time: 3 minutes

Playback Modes Single, Index (9 thumbnail images),

Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, Auto Play or Movie.

Direct Print PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print

and Bubble Jet Direct compatible

Display Languages

22 languages available for menus and messages (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Portuguese,

Greek, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai and Japanese)

Interface USB (mini-B),

PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)

Power Source Two AA alkaline batteries

(included in the camera kit) Two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries (NB-2AH) (sold separately) AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately)

Operating

0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)

Temperatures

Operating Humidity 10 – 90%

Dimensions 103 x 51.8 x 40.3 mm (4.1 x 2.0 x 1.6 in.)

Values in ( ) do not include the curve on the grip side.

Weight

Approx. 150 g (5.3 oz.)

(camera body only)

*1 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 camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.

Appendix

Battery Capacity

Number of Images Shot

Playback

Time

Approx.

13 hours

20 min.

Approx.

16 hours

40 min.

AA Alkaline Batteries

(included with the camera)

AA NiMH Battery

(NB-2AH) (full charge)

LCD Monitor ON

(Based on the

CIPA standard)

Approx.

100

images

Approx.

400

images

LCD Monitor Off

Approx.

500

images

Approx.

1000

images

zThe actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions

and settings.

zMovie data is excluded.

Test Conditions

Shooting: Normal temperature (23 °C ± 2 °C/73 °F ± 3.6 °F),

Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C ± 2 °C/73 °F ± 3.6 °F),

normal relative humidity (50% ± 20%), alternating max. wide angle and max. telephoto shots 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 sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated.

zA Canon-brand memory card is used.

* Until the battery returns to normal temperature

normal relative humidity (50% ± 20%), continuous playback at 3 seconds per image.

See Battery Handling Precautions (p. 83).

Canon A410 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Main Features

Conventions Used in this Guide

Table of Contents

Handling Precautions

Please Read

Safety Precautions

Preventing Malfunctions

Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Using the LCD Monitor

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Using the Viewfinder

Indicators

Power Saving Function

Formatting Memory Cards

Menus and Settings

Menu List

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

Shooting

Shooting in a Special Scene Mode

Shooting in Manual Mode

Using the Digital Zoom

Continuous Shooting

Postcard Date Imprint Mode

Using the Self-Timer

Movie Shooting

Displaying Grid Lines

Switching between Focusing Modes

Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects

Switching between Metering Modes

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

Changing the Photo Effect

Shooting in a My Colors Mode

Adjusting the ISO Speed

Resetting the File Number

Playback/Erasing

Magnifying Images

Viewing Movies

Editing Movies

Rotating Images in the Display

Automated Playback (Auto Play)

Protecting Images

Erasing All Images

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

Troubleshooting

Camera

When the power is turned on

LCD monitor

Shooting

Shooting Movies

Playback

Battery/Battery Charger

List of Messages

Appendix

Battery Handling

Handling the Memory Card

Replacing the Date Battery

Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)

Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)

Camera Care and Maintenance

Specifications