Canon CDI-E144-010 User Manual

ENGLISH

DIGITAL CAMERA

Camera User Guide

z Please read the Read This First section (p. 4). z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.

Disclaimer

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions.

• Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.

• Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the CompactFlash cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF

cards.

Trademark Acknowledgements

• Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon Inc..

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc, registered in the United States and other countries.

• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

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.

Flowchart and Reference Guides

Symbols Used

This Guide

Shooting with the Camera

Software Starter Guide

Installing the Software

This Guide

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

This Guide Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

Icons under title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to , , , , , , , , , ,

or .

Using the Flash

Mode Dial

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

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

Table of Contents

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

Read This First ..................................................4

Please Read..................................................... 4

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

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

Components Guide .........................................12

Preparing the Camera ..................................... 15

Installing the Batteries .................................... 15

Installing a CF Card........................................ 18

Setting the Date/Time..................................... 21

Setting the Language ..................................... 22

Opening the LCD Monitor............................... 24

Using the LCD Monitor ................................... 26

Basic Functions...............................................31

Turning the Power On/Off .............................. 31

Switching between Shooting and Playback.... 32

Shooting – The Basics....................................34

Auto Mode.............................................. 34

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ...... 37

Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone) ................ 39

Portrait.................................................. 39

Landscape............................................ 39

Night Scene ......................................... 39

Fast Shutter ......................................... 39

Slow Shutter......................................... 39

Changing the Resolution and Compression... 41

Using the Flash ......................................... 43

Macro Mode .............................................. 45

Self-timer........................................................ 46

Digital Zoom ................................................... 47

Continuous Shooting...................................... 48

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)....

Special Scene Mode ............................... 51

Postcard Print Mode....................................... 54

Movie Mode............................................. 56

Playback – The Basics ................................... 58

Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback)..

Magnifying Images................................... 58

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

Jumping Between Images.............................. 60

Viewing/Editing Movies .................................. 60

Erasing............................................................. 64

Erasing Images Individually ....................... 64

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

Shooting – Advanced Functions ...................66

Selecting Menus and Settings........................ 66

Table of Contents

Menu Settings and Default Settings ............... 69

Resetting the Settings to Default .................... 75

Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) ............. 76

Program AE........................................... 77

Setting the Shutter Speed ..................... 77

Setting the Aperture ..............................79

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture .....

Select the AF Frame ...................................... 81

Setting an AF Frame Manually ............. 82

Switching between Light Metering Modes...... 83

Adjusting the Exposure .................................. 85

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) ............... 86

Changing the ISO Speed ............................... 89

Changing the Photo Effect ............................. 90

Adjusting the Flash Output ............................. 91

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus ........

Saving Custom Settings .............................94

Setting the Auto Rotate Function ................... 95

Playback – Advanced Functions ...................97

Rotating Images in the Display....................... 97

Attaching Sound Memos to Image ................. 98

Auto Play ........................................................ 99

Protecting Images ........................................ 100

Various Functions......................................... 101

About Printing............................................... 101

DPOF Print Settings..................................... 103

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) ..

107

Downloading Images to a Computer............ 108

Computer System Requirements ............. 109

Viewing Images on a TV Set........................ 117

Resetting the File Number ........................... 118

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)..

120

Registering My Camera Settings ................. 121

List of Messages ........................................... 124

Troubleshooting............................................ 126

Appendix........................................................ 132

Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) ....... 132

Using the Lenses (Sold Separately)............. 135

Camera Care and Maintenance ................... 139

Specifications................................................ 140

Battery Performance .................................... 144

CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)..

145

Photo Tips and Information .........................150

INDEX ............................................................. 152

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ....

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159

Read This First

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 CompactFlash an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use 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

This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the camera.

Canon Limited Warranty

cards, that results in the failure of

supplied with your

Read This First

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

Video Format

Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV

monitor (p. 118).

Language Setting

Please see page 22 to change the language setting.

Charging the Date/Time Battery

• The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the date, time and settings. This battery recharges when the main batteries are inserted into the camera. When you first purchase the camera, place fully charged batteries in it or use the AC adapter kit (sold separately) for at least 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power is set to Off.

• If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it means that the date/time battery charge is depleted. Recharge it as described above.

other camera

Read This First

Safety Precautions

z Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions

described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.

z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct

operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.

z In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera and its power supply

accessories (see the System Map for power supply accessory details).

WARNINGS

z Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could

damage your eyesight.

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.

z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or

batteries by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.

z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described

in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal

inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

z To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if

it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed

as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Read This First

z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so

may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

z Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Failure to do so may

result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the camera batteries 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 allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other

liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been waterproofed. If the exterior

comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately turn the camera's power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. 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. The use of these substances may lead to fire.

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. In dusty, humid or greasy

environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these actions

may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to

electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.

Read This First

z Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly recommended

for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.

z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither

should you immerse them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the

leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.

z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk of injury

due to an explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the eyes and mouth, skin, or clothing that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery.

z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It

could lead to leakage and injury.

z Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead

to overheating, burns and other injuries.

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. Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if available in your area.

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.

z If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the charger

recommended for use with these batteries. Use of another charger may cause batteries to overheat

or deform, posing risk of fire or electric shock.

z Disconnect the battery charger or compact power adapter from both the camera and power

outlet after recharging and when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards.

Continuous use over a long period may cause a unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.

Read This First

z The camera terminal of the compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with your

camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards.

z Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter, tele-converter,

close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may

cause an injury.

Caution about magnetic fields

Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera (p. 12). Such items may lose data or stop working.

CAUTIONS

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. Exposure to intense sunlight and

heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the battery charger to charge the batteries or power the camera.

z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such areas could lead to fire,

electrical shock or other damage.

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 Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be

damaged and emit smoke or noise. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns.

z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to its lens. The resulting heat build-up

could damage the flash.

Read This First

z Ensure that the battery charger or compact power adapter is plugged into a power outlet of the

specified rating, not over the specified rating. The plug of the battery charger varies according to

region.

z Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the cable or plug is damaged, or if

the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet.

z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or

plug.

z If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take

care when operating the camera for an extended period as your hands may experience a burning sensation.

Read This First

Preventing Malfunctions

Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields

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

Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.

If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera

Stop using the camera immediately if you detect condensation. Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the CF card, batteries or other power supply accessory from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.

Extended Storage

When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with batteries installed may cause battery leaks, which can damage the camera. However, the date, time and other camera settings may reset to default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks.

Components Guide

Shooting Mode Dial (p. 39)

Speaker

Shutter Button (p. 34)

Zoom Lever (p. 34, 47, 58, 59, 60)

Microphone

Ring Release Button

The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer.

Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately)

• CP Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) or the Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with the CP-100/CP-10)

• Bubble Jet Printers:

- Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers: Please refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide.

- PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

• PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

Please refer to the print compatible printer information.

System Map

Power Lamp (p. 14)

ON/OFF Button (p. 31)

Viewfinder Window (p. 36)

Flash (p. 43)

Lens

Ring

or the

Direct Print User Guide

Terminal Cover

AF-assist Beam (p. 36) Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 44) Self-timer Lamp (p. 46)

A/V (Audio/Video) Out Terminal (p. 117)

DIGITAL Terminal (p. 111)

supplied with the camera for direct

Components Guide

LCD Monitor (p. 26, 28)

Indicators (p. 14)

Mode Switch (p. 32)

Viewfinder

CF Card Slot Cover (p. 18)

(Flash) / Up Button (p. 43, 66)

Right Button (p. 66) Left Button (p. 66)

Strap Mount

DC IN

Terminal (p. 134) SET /

(AF Frame Selector) Button (p. 81)

MENU Button (p. 67)

Tripod Socket

The following operations are accessible through one easy press of the (Print/Share) button.

• Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (separate from this guide)

•

Downloading images Blue: Ready to print/Ready to transfer images Blinking Blue

* When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not to swing the camera or catch it on other items.

(Windows only): See page 108 of this guide and the Software Starter Guide (separate from this guide)

: Printing/Transferring (Depending on the direct transfer method, the indicator may not blink (p. 113))

DISP. (Display) Button (p. 26, 28)

Battery Cover Lock (p. 15)

(Macro)/ MF(Manual Focus)/

Down Button (p. 45, 66, 93) FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 64, 66)

Battery Cover (p. 15)

(Print/Share) Button (p. 101, 113)

Attaching the wrist strap*

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Components Guide

Shooting Mode Dial

Creative Zone

Auto

Image Zone

• Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type.

: Portrait (p. 39) : : Night Scene (p. 39) : Slow Shutter :

Special Scene (p. 39, 51)

: Stitch Assist (p. 39, 49)

• Creative Zone The user selects exposure, aperture or other settings to achieve special effects.

: Program AE (p. 77) : Shutter-speed priority AE (p. 77) : Aperture-priority AE (p. 79) : Manual Exposure (p. 80) : Custom (p. 94)

Use the shooting mode dial to switch between the Shooting modes.

• : Auto (p. 34) The camera automatically selects settings.

Landscape

(p. 39)

Fast Shutter (p. 39

: Movie (p. 56)

(p. 39)

Indicators

The indicators light or blink when the ON/OFF button or the shutter button is pressed.

Upper Indicator Green: Ready to record/Ready to communicate

(during a computer connection)

Blinking Green: Recording to CF card/Reading

CF card/Erasing from CF card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection)/Low battery

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

warning)/Flash is charging

)

Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode/Manual Focus mode/AF Lock Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (although you

can press the shutter button, you are recommended to shoot using focus lock (p. 92))

Power Lamp Green: Power is on Blinking Green: Low battery

Preparing the Camera

Positi

)

Installing the Batteries

Insert four AA-size alkaline batteries (supplied with the camera) or separately sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries.

Be sure that the camera power is off.

Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow, and open the cover.

Insert the batteries as shown.

Close the battery cover.

ve end(+

Negative end (-)

When the upper indicator blinks green, do not turn off the power or open the battery cover. The camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card.

z The use of the separately sold AC

Adapter Kit ACK600 is recommended to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 134).

z The separately sold battery charger kit

lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 132).

z See Battery Performance (p. 144). z For information about the Battery and

Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the System Map (separate from this guide).

Proper Battery Handling

z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH

batteries (sold separately) only. For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 132).

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Preparing the Camera

z Since the performance of alkaline batteries

may differ according to brand, the operating time of the batteries you purchase may not be as long as the batteries that came with the camera.

z 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. If you are using the camera in cold areas or for a long time, we recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (a four-piece set).

z While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-

cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.

z Never mix unused and partially used

batteries. Always load four fresh (or fully recharged) batteries at the same time. 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 four batteries should be identical.

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 reduced usage time.

z Battery performance deteriorates at low

temperatures (especially with alkaline batteries). 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. But 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. However, the date, time and other camera settings may reset to default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks.

Preparing the Camera

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.

Battery Status Indications

The LCD monitor displays an icon or message to let you know when batteries are low or depleted.

Power lamp blinks green

Change the batteries

Batteries are beginning to run low. Replace or recharge the batteries if you wish to continue using the camera. If the LCD monitor is off, this icon will appear when you press any of the following buttons: DISP.

, or / MF button.

Batteries are fully depleted and the camera can no longer operate. You should replace the batteries immediately.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Preparing the Camera

Installing a CF Card

Be sure that the camera is turned off.

Slide the CF card slot cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it.

Insert the CF card with the label facing up.

z Push the card in until the

CF card eject button fully extends.

z To remove the CF card,

press the CF card eject button and pull the card out.

CF card eject button

Mark

Card labe

Close the CF card slot cover securely.

z When the upper indicator blinks green,

the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card. Do not perform the following or image data may be lost or corrupted:

- Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks.

- Turn the camera’s power off, or open the CF card slot cover.

z Please note that CF cards formatted

with other manufacturers’ cameras or a computer, or formatted or edited with application programs, may slow down writing to the CF card or may not operate correctly in the camera.

z You are recommended to use CF cards

that have been formatted in your camera (see Formatting a CF Card (p. 19)). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.

See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) (p. 145).

Preparing the Camera

About CF Cards

z CF 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 a CF card. z Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature

extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid condensation, place the CF card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature. If condensation forms on the CF card, store it at room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.

z Place the CF card in the supplied case for

storage.

z Do not use or store CF cards in the following

types of location.

• Locations subject to dust or sand

• Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

Formatting a CF Card

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

Please note that formatting a CF card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. Please check the contents of the CF card before formatting it.

Turn the power on (p. 31).

Open the LCD monitor (p. 24) and press the MENU button. Select the [ (Set up)] menu using the left or right button.

Select (Format) using the up or down button and press the SET button.

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Select [OK] using the left or right button and press the SET button.

z To cancel formatting

instead, select [Cancel] and press the SET button.

z The capacity of the CF card displayed after

formatting will be less than the rated capacity of the CF card. This is not a malfunction of the CF card or camera.

Press the MENU button.

z If the camera does not work properly,

the inserted CF card may be malfunctioning. Reformatting the CF card may solve the problem.

z When a non-Canon brand CF card is

malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.

z CF cards formatted in another camera,

computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly. When that happens, reformat the CF card with this camera. If formatting in the camera does not work properly, turn the camera off and reinsert the CF card. Then turn the camera back on and format again.

Preparing the Camera

Setting the Date/Time

The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium battery charge is low, start from Step 4.

Turn the power on (p. 31).

Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using the left or right button.

Press the up or down button to select (Date/ Time), and then press the SET button.

Set the date and time.

z Press the left or right

button to select the item you wish to set.

z Press the up or down

button to change its value.

z The date can be set up to the year 2030.

Press the SET button.

Press the MENU button.

z The date, time and other camera

settings may reset to the default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks. If this happens, reset these settings.

z For embedding the date on the image

data, refer to page 55.

z To set the camera so that the date and

time will not appear on the image when it is being shot but only when it is printed, see either Setting the Print Style (p. 105) or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the Camera.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Preparing the Camera

Charging the date/time battery

z The camera has a built-in rechargeable

lithium battery for saving settings such as the date and time. This battery is recharged by the AA-size batteries while it is in the camera. Right after purchasing the camera, leave fully charged batteries in the camera, or plug in the AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately), for about 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power is turned off.

z If the Date/Time menu appears when

the camera power is turned on, the date/ time battery charge is low. Use the above method to recharge it.

Setting the Language

Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display.

Turn the power on (p. 31).

Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using the left or right button.

Select (Language) using the up or down button and press the SET button.

Select a language using the up, down, left or right button and press the SET button.

z The setting menu will reappear without

changing the language setting if you press the MENU button instead of the SET button.

Press the MENU button.

Shortcut Operation

The Language menu can also be displayed in Playback mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button. (This function cannot be used while a movie clip is played back, or when a separately sold printer is connected to the camera.)

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Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Preparing the Camera

Opening the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor can be used to check an image during shooting, to play back recorded images or to adjust menu settings. It can be opened to the following range of positions.

Opened right to left 180 degrees.

Tilted forward 180 degrees toward the lens or backward 90 degrees.

The LCD monitor will automatically turn off when it clicks shut against the camera body. For protection, always close the LCD monitor after use.

The LCD monitor can also be positioned as below.

Open the LCD monitor left 180 degrees and tilt it 180 degrees toward the lens.

• In this position, icons and messages do not appear on the LCD monitor.

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• The image shown on the LCD monitor is automatically flipped and reversed so that it appears correctly from in front of the lens. (This reverse display function can be turned off. (p. 70))

Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body.

• Fold it until it clicks into place against the camera body. If it is not fully closed, the image will appear reversed and icons and messages will not display.

• Icons and messages will appear and images will show properly (not reversed) when the LCD monitor is folded against the camera until it clicks.

The image in the LCD monitor may darken when the monitor is used under sunlight or other strong lighting. This is not a defect.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Preparing the Camera

Using the LCD Monitor

Pressing the DISP. button switches the LCD monitor display mode.

Shooting Mode

DISP. Button

Standard

(No Information)

DISP. Button

The AF frame changes according to its setting (LCD monitor On).

AF Frame set to [AiAF] (p. 81) AF Frame set to [Center] or [FlexiZone] (p. 81)

z Green: Focusing complete (focused AF frame) z Green: Focusing complete

z Does not appear: Focusing difficulty z Yellow: Focusing difficulty

Shutter Speed

Off

Detailed

(Information View)

DISP. Button

AF Frame

Spot AE Point Frame

Aperture Value

• Still images: Shots Remaining

• Movies (seconds):

- Remaining Movie Time

- Elapsed Time

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Icons Displayed in Shooting Mode

Shooting Mode

Exposure Compensation

White Balance p. 86

Drive Mode

ISO Speed p. 89

Photo Effect p. 90

Light Metering Mode

Compression p. 41

Resolution

Postcard Print

Flash p. 43

Red-eye Reduction p. 44

Macro Mode p. 45

Manual Focus p. 93

Auto Rotate Function

z(Red)

3.8x 4.9x 6.1x 7.6x 9.3x 12x

Movie Recording Mode Digital Zoom Setting*2p. 47

Camera Shake Warning

Low Battery p. 17

*1:The icons of all the SCN mode options appear (p. 51). *2:Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital

zoom effects. These figures appear when the digital zoom is activated.

p. 39, 76

p. 85

p. 46, 48

p. 83

p. 41, 54

p. 95 p. 56

p. 14

z When a Shooting mode setting is changed, the

settings appear on the LCD monitor for about 6 seconds even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information) or off. (The Shooting mode settings may not appear depending on the camera setting.) You can set the flash, Macro mode, and the manual focus settings while this information appears on the LCD monitor.

z and the icons in (the shaded area of

the chart) appear even when the information view is turned off.

z In addition to the above, the AF frame, spot

metering frame, shutter speed, aperture value, recordable images or recordable movie time are displayed as in the example to the left.

z Setting the shooting mode dial to or

modes turns the LCD monitor on regardless of whether it is set to on or off.

z A slow shutter speed has likely been selected

because of insufficient lighting if the upper indicator blinks orange after the metering preparations are complete and the camera shake icon ( ) displays in the LCD monitor. Set the flash to or , or affix the camera to a tripod to shoot.

z After you take a photo by fully pressing the

shutter button, the image displays on the LCD monitor for approximately two seconds (or the review duration you set from 2 to 10 seconds). If you press the SET button while the image is displayed, it will continue to display (p. 37).

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Playback Mode

DISP. Button DISP. Button

Standard

File Number

No Display

Compression Resolution (Still image)

Sound memo (WAVE file) Movie Protection Status

Image Number and Total (Display Image/Total)

DISP. Button

p. 41 p. 41

p. 98 p. 56 p. 100

Shooting Date/Time

Aperture Value

Shutter Speed

* Detailed Display is not available in index

playback (9 images).

Detailed*

Histogram

Movie Length

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