Canon DIGITAL IXUS 400 User Manual

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ENGLISH

DIGITAL CAMERA

Camera User Guide

Camera User Guide

• Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).

• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for
information on installing the software and
downloading images.

• Please also read the printer user guide included with
your Canon printer.

Flowchart and Reference Guides

This Guide

Shooting with the Camera

Software Starter Guide

Installing the Software

This Guide

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

Precautions

This digital camera is designed to perform optimally
when used with genuine Canon-brand digital camera
accessories (“Canon Brand Accessories”).
You may use non-Canon brand accessories with this
digital camera. However, Canon makes no warranties
concerning, and is not responsible for damages resulting
from, use of non-Canon brand accessories.

1

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. 121).

Charging the Date/ Time Battery

• The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains
the date, time and other camera settings. This battery recharges when
the main battery pack is inserted into the camera. When you first
purchase the camera, place a charged battery pack 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 tur ned on,
it means that the date/time battery charge is depleted. Recharge it as
described above.

2

About This Guide

Conventions Used in the Text

Icons on the right end of title bars show the applicable operating
modes. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to ,

, or

.

Using the Self-timer

White buttons indicate the button that
will be pushed in the particular procedure.
In the example here, for instance, you
should press the

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

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

MENU

button.

Question? Look Here First

■ How do I navigate the Menu?

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38)

■ What settings are available under each function?

and

Will my settings remain in effect even after I’ve turned the camera off?

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160)

■ How do I go about printing?

About Printing (p. 98)

■ What functions are available through the menu?

FUNC. Menu (p. 126)
Rec. Menu (p. 127)
Play Menu (p. 129)
Set up Menu (p. 130)
My Camera Menu (p. 133)

3

Table of Contents

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

Read This First

Please Read .......................................................................... 7

Safety Precautions ............................................................... 7

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

Quick Start Section

Quick Start Section ............................................................12

Components Guide

Front View ......................................................................... 14

Back View .......................................................................... 15

Operation Panel ................................................................ 16

Indicators ........................................................................... 17

Preparing the Camera

Charging the Battery Pack ................................................ 18

Installing the Battery Pack ................................................ 20

Installing a CF Card ........................................................... 22

Setting the Date and Time ................................................ 23

Setting the Language ....................................................... 25

Basic Functions

Turning the Power On / Off ............................................... 26

Switching between Shooting/Replay ............................... 28

Using the LCD Monitor .....................................................29

Using the Viewfinder ........................................................ 34

Pressing the Shutter Button .............................................. 35

Using the Zoom .................................................................37

Selecting Menus and Settings ........................................... 38

Selecting Menus and Setting (Cont’d) ..............................40

Menu Settings and Factory Defaults ................................42

Table of Contents

4

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings ......................................... 45

Registering My Camera Settings ....................................... 46

Shooting

Selecting a Shooting Mode ............................................... 49

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting .......................50

Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ..................... 51

Using the Flash ............................................................. 53

/ Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots ......................... 55

Using the Digital Zoom ..................................................... 56

Continuous Shooting .................................................. 57

Using the Self-timer ..................................................... 58

Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode ......................................... 59

Shooting a Movie .............................................................. 62

Locking the Focus (AF Lock) .............................................. 64

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ...........................66

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) .................. 67

Switching between Autofocus Modes ............................. 68

Switching between Light Metering Modes ............... 69

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ............................ 70

Shooting in Long Shutter Mode ....................................... 71

Setting the White Balance ................................................ 73

Changing the Photo Effect ............................................... 76

Adjusting the ISO Speed ................................................... 77

Setting the Auto Rotate Function .................................... 78

Resetting the File Number ................................................ 79

Replaying

Displaying Images Individually ......................................... 80

Magnifying Images ...................................................... 81

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Replay) ........ 82

Viewing Movies .................................................................83

Editing Movies ................................................................... 85

Table of Contents

Rotating Images in the Display .........................................87

Attaching Sound Memos to Images ................................. 88

Automated Playback (Slide Shows) .................................. 90

Protecting Images ............................................................. 94

Erasing

Erasing Single Images ................................................. 95

Erasing All Images ............................................................. 96

Formatting CF Cards .......................................................... 97

Printing

About Printing ................................................................. 98

Connecting a Printer ....................................................... 102

Printing ............................................................................105

Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ........... 107

Setting the DPOF Print Settings ......................................111

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

Selecting Images for Transferring ...................................119

Shooting/Replaying with a TV

Shooting / Replaying with a TV ....................................... 121

Downloading Images to a Computer

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

via the USB Cable ......................................... 122

Downloading Directly from a CF Card ............................ 125

Lists of Menu Options and Messages

FUNC. Menu ................................................................... 126

Rec. Menu ....................................................................... 127

Play Menu .......................................................................129

Set up Menu ................................................................... 130

My Camera Menu ........................................................... 133

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values..................... 136

List of Messages ............................................................... 137

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Table of Contents

6

Appendices

Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) .................... 141

Using a Car Battery Charger (Optional) ......................... 142

Camera Care and Maintenance ...................................... 143

Troubleshooting .............................................................. 144

Specifications

Specifications ................................................................... 148

Index

Index ............................................................................ 154

List of Functions

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode .................160

7

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, 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™ cards, that results in the failure of 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

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 this
booklet or the European Warranty System (EWS) Booklet.

Safety Precautions

• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand
the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera
is operated correctly.

• 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.

• In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the
camera and its power supply accessories, such as the battery charger
and optional compact power adapter or car battery charger.

Read This First

8

Warnings

• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light
sources that could injure your eyesight.

• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may injure eyesight.
In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants
when using the flash.

• 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 the child’s
neck could result in asphyxiation.

• 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.

• 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 the closest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.

• 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 battery or unplug the
power cable 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.

• 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 battery or unplug the power
cable from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or
the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Read This First

• 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. If water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immedi­ately turn the camera’s power off and remove the camera battery or
unplug the power cable 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.

• 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.

• Remove the power cable on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the
dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the electrical
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.

• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter
cable. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which
may lead to fire or electrical shock.

• Do not handle the power cable if your hands are wet. Handling it with
wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable,
ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the
flexible portion of the cable may damage or expose the wire and
insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.

• Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment
may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical
shock or other hazards. Use only the recommended power accessories.

• 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.

• 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, or
clothing - that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery.
If the eyes or mouth contact these substances, immediately flush with
water and seek medical assistance.

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Read This First

10

• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could
damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as
key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Use
the supplied terminal cover or battery case to transport or store the
battery pack.

• 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.

• Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may
cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings. Use only recommended batteries and accessories.

• Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-1LH or
NB-1L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the
equipment, fire or electrical shock.

• Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both
the camera and the power outlet after recharging and when they are
not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. Continuous use over a long
period may cause a unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.

• The camera terminal of the supplied compact power cord 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.

Cautions

• 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 compact power
adapter to charge the battery pack or power the camera.

• Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such
areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.

• 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.

Read This First

• Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In
addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several
pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns.

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

• If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may
become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for
extended periods as your hands may experience a burning sensation.

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 and
battery or Compact Power Adapter (if connected) 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
battery pack and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the
camera for extended periods with a battery pack installed will run
down the battery pack and may damage the camera. Please note,
however, that the date, time and other camera settings may reset to
the default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more
than three weeks. Follow the instructions in this guide to reset the
desired settings.

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12

Quick Start Section

1

Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18).

Place the battery pack in the battery
charger and plug the charger into a
power outlet. The charge indicator lights
red while charging and changes to green
when the battery pack is charged.

Charge Indicator

2

Install the Battery Pack (p. 20).

Slide the battery cover open and press the
battery lock while you insert the battery
pack. Insert the battery pack correctly by
aligning the arrows on the camera and
battery pack.

Battery Lock

3

Lock for the CF Card

Slot Cover

Install the CF Card (p. 22).

Slide the lock on the CF card cover to
open it and insert the CF card until the
ejection button fully extends.

Set the mode switch to

4

and the shooting mode dial
to

(pp. 28, 49).

Power Lamp

5

Turn on the Power (p. 26).

Press the ON/OFF button until the power
lamp lights.

Quick Start Section

6

Focus (p. 35).

Aim the camera and lightly press
(halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps
will sound when the autofocus is set.

7

Shoot (p. 36).

Press the shutter button all the way. The
shutter sound will sound once when the
shot is complete.

View the Recorded Image

8

(p. 50).

The recorded image displays for
approximately 2 seconds. To continue
displaying the image, keep the shutter
button pressed or hold the shutter button
until you press the
release both.

• To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image

1. Press the
image is displayed.

2. Confirm that [Erase] is selected
and press the

button while the

button.

button and then

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• Set the date and time if the Date/ Time menu appears (p.

23).

• You can change the language in which menus are displayed
(p. 25).

• To view the other images you have photographed, refer to
the Replaying section (p. 80).

• After you finish using the camera, press the ON/ OFF Button
to shut the power off.

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Components Guide

Front View

●

Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 34)

●

AF-assist Beam (p. 36)

●

Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 53)

●

Self - timer Lamp (p. 58)

●

Microphone (p. 88)

●

Speaker

●

Flash (p. 53)

●

DIGITAL Terminal (pp.

103, 123)

●

A/V OUT (Audio/Visual

OUT) Terminal (p. 121)

●

●

Lens

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

- Computer (p. 123)

USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with camera)

-

Direct Print Function Compatible Printer (CP series, sold separately) (p. 102)

Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with printer)

- Direct Print Function Compatible Bubble Jet Printer
(sold separately) (p. 103)

Please refer to your Bubble Jet printer Quick Start Guide.

Please refer to the System Map supplied with the camera for direct
print function compatible printers.

Terminal Cover

Components Guide

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Back View

●

Viewfinder (p. 34)

●

Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)

●

CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)

●

Wrist Strap Mount

Attaching the Wrist Strap*

●

Battery Cover (p. 20)

●

DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 141)

●

LCD Monitor (p. 29)

●

Tripod Socket

* Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items

when dangling it from the wrist strap.

Components Guide

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Operation Panel

●

Shooting mode dial (p. 49)

●

Indicators (p. 17)

●

Power Lamp

Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations
are complete when connected to a computer

●

ON/OFF Button (p. 26)

●

●

(Flash) (p. 53) /

●

(Continuous) (p. 57) /

Button

●

(Macro) / (Infinity) (p. 55)/

●

(Function) Button (p. 38) / (Single Image Erase)

Button (p. 95)

●

(Display) Button (p. 29)

●

(Menu) Button (p. 39)

●

(Set) Button

●

Shutter Button (p. 35)

●

Zoom Lever
Shooting: (Telephoto)/

(Wide Angle) (p. 37)

Replay:

●

Mode Switch (p. 28)

(Light Metering) (p. 69)/ Button

(Magnify) (p. 81)/

(Index) (p. 82)

Button

(Self-timer)(p. 58)/

Button

Components Guide

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Indicators

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

Upper Indicator

Green: Ready to shoot

Blinking Green: Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing

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

Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on)

Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)

Lower Indicator

Yellow: Macro mode / Infinity mode / Focus lock (Method 2,

p. 64)

Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (1 beep sounds).

Although you can press the shutter button, you are
recommended to use the focus lock (p. 64).

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Preparing the Camera

Charging the Battery Pack

Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you
use the camera or when the “Change the battery pack” message displays.

Battery charger model names and types vary by region.

CB-2LS

• Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown and
insert the charger’s plug into a power outlet.

• Align the battery pack correctly with the arrows on it and the charger.

• The charge indicator will light red while the battery pack is charging. It
will change to green when the charge is complete.

• After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the battery pack.

Charge Indicator

To protect the battery pack and prolong its life, do not charge
it for longer than 24 hours continuously.

•

Since this is a lithium ion battery pack, you need not completely
discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any point.

•

It takes approximately 130 minutes to fully charge the battery
pack from a fully discharged state (based on Canon’s testing
standard). Charging it within a temperature range of 5º to 40º
C (41º to 104º F) is recommended.

•

Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature
and the battery pack’s charge state.

•

See Battery Capacity (p. 150).

•

You may hear a noise during charging. This is not a malfunction.

CB-2LSE

Charge Indicator

Preparing the Camera

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Handling Precautions

• Keep the battery pack terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty
terminals may cause poor contact between the battery pack and
camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry cloth before charging
or using the battery pack.

• Do not rapidly overturn or wave the battery charger around when it
contains the battery pack. The battery pack could fly out.

• At low temperatures, battery pack performance may be reduced and the
low battery icon may appear earlier than usual. Under these conditions,
resuscitate the battery pack by warming it in a pocket immediately
before use. However, ensure that there are no metallic items in the
pocket that could cause a short circuit, such as a key holder, etc.

• Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions,
on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Heat will build up and
could result in a fire.

• Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack NB-1LH or NB-1L (sold
separately) in this charger.

• The battery pack continues to discharge a minimal portion of its power
while installed in the camera, even with the power off, or in the charger.
This will shorten battery life.

• Do not allow any metal objects such as keyrings to touch the “+” and “-”
terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the
battery pack or store it during
periods of disuse, always
replace the terminal cover
(Fig.B) or place it in the
supplied case and store it in a
cool, dry place. Recharge it
fully before using it again.

• Even charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. You are
advised to charge the battery on the day of use, or one day before,
to ensure a full charge.

• Since storing a fully charged battery pack for long periods of time
(about 1 year) can shorten its life cycle or affect performance, you are
recommended to use the battery pack in the camera until it is
completely discharged and to store it at normal temperature (23°C/
73°F) or lower. If you do not use the battery pack 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.

• If the performance of the battery pack diminishes substantially even when
it is fully charged, its life has been exceeded and it should be replaced.

Fig. A

Fig. B

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Installing the Battery Pack

Install Battery Pack NB-1LH (supplied) as shown below. Battery Pack
NB-1L (optional) can also be used with the camera.

Please recharge the battery pack (p. 18) before you use it for
the first time.

• Slide the battery cover in the direction

2

1

Battery Lock

1

2

• Do not turn off the power or open the battery cover while the
camera’s indicator blinks green. The camera is writing, reading,
erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card.

• Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use.
Please note, however, that the date, time and other camera
settings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack
has been removed for more than three weeks.

of the arrows.

• Press the battery lock while inserting
the battery pack all the way in until the
lock clicks.

• Insert the battery pack correctly by
aligning the arrows on the camera and
the battery pack.

• To remove the battery pack, press the
battery lock and pull the battery pack out.

• Slide the battery cover closed.

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Please use an AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately) for
extended use of the camera (p. 141).

Battery Pack Charge

The following icons and messages will display when the battery pack
charge is low.

Battery pack charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible
before it is required for an extended period.
When the LCD monitor is off, this icon will display when you
press the , /

(

mode).

Change the
battery pack

See Battery Capacity (p. 150).

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

, /

, , or

button

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Installing a CF Card

Turn the camera power off and insert the CF card with the following
procedures.

1

2

• Slide the lock up and open the CF card
slot cover.

• Insert the CF card with its label facing
upward until the CF card eject button
fully extends. Close the CF card slot
cover.

Label

• To remove the CF card, push the eject
button and pull the CF card out.

CF Card Eject Button

• Since the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting
data to or from the CF card when the indicator blinks green,
never perform the following actions during this time. It
could corrupt the image data.

- Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks.

- Turn the camera’s power off, or open the battery cover

or CF card slot cover.

• Please note that CF cards formatted with other manufacturers’
cameras or a computer, or formatted or edited with application
programs, may not operate correctly in the camera.

• You are recommended to use CF cards that have been
formatted in your camera (p. 97). The card supplied with the
camera may be used without further formatting.

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See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 151).

Handling Precautions for CF Cards

• CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them,
apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.

• 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.

• Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of locations.

- Locations subject to dust or sand

- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

Setting the Date and Time

The 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 3 to set the date and time.

• Press the ON/OFF button until the
power lamp lights.

Power Lamp

• Press the
Rec. or Play menu.

button to display the

• Use the

(Set up) menu.

• Use the

or

button to select the

or button to select .

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• Please note that the date and time settings may reset to
the default settings if the camera battery has been
removed for more than three weeks. Reset them when this
occurs.

• Setting the date and time settings does not cause the date/
time stamp to appear on images.

•

Charging the Date/Time Battery

- The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery

- If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power

• You can print the date on images (p. 107).

• Use the

(year, month, day, hour, minute and
date format), and the

to change its value.

• To put the settings into effect, press the

format.

• Press the
Rec. or Play screen.

for saving settings such as the date and time. This
battery is recharged by the battery pack while it is in the
camera. Right after purchasing the camera, leave a
charged battery pack in the camera, or plug in AC
Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold separately), for about 4 hours
to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even
when the camera’s power switch is off.

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

or

button to select a field

or button

button after setting the date

button to redisplay the

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Setting the Language

The language in which menus and messages are displayed can be
selected with this function.

• Press the ON/OFF button until the
power lamp lights.

Power Lamp

• Press the
Rec. or Play menu.

• Use the

(Set up) menu.

• Use the

• Use the

select a language.

• Press the
Rec. or Play screen.

or

or button to select .

, ,

button to display the

button to select the

or

button to

button to redisplay the

The Language menu can also be displayed in replay mode by
holding down the
(This function cannot be used while a direct print compatible
printer (CP series, optional) or the direct print compatible
Bubble Jet Printer (optional) is connected to the camera or
while replaying movies.)

button and pressing the button.

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Basic Functions

Turning the Power On/ Off

Power Lamp

• The Date/T ime menu will appear the first time the camera
power is turned on or whenever the charge of the built-in
rechargeable lithium date/time battery is low. Reset the
date and time when this occurs (p. 23).

• If the Auto Power Down function activates, press the ON/
OFF Button to restore power.

• The start-up sound will sound and the start-up image will
display in the LCD monitor when the power is turned on.
(To change the start-up sound and image, see pp. 27, 45,

133.)

• The start-up image does not display when the LCD monitor
is turned off in shooting mode or when the camera is
connected to a TV via the A/V OUT terminal.

• Press the ON/ OFF Button until the
green power lamp lights.

- The lens extends outward when the

mode switch is set to

- The lens retracts approximately 1

minute after sliding the mode switch
from

- When the mode switch is set to

• Press the ON/ OFF Button again to turn
off the power.

to .

the upper indicator beside the
viewfinder will flash green and the
LCD monitor will turn on.

.

,

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• Turning Off the Start-Up Sound and Start-Up Image

Hold the

• Auto Power Down Function

This camera is equipped with an Auto Power Down
function. The power will automatically shut down under
the following circumstances when this function is set to
[On]. Press the ON/ OFF Button to restore power.

Shooting Mode

Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last
control is accessed on the camera. (The LCD monitor
automatically turns off 3 minutes after the last control is
accessed even if this function is set to [Off]. Press any
button except the ON/OFF Button to turn the LCD
monitor back on.)

Replay Mode

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

Connected to a Printer (optional)

Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last
control is accessed on the camera or something is
printed on a connected printer.

• The Auto Power Down function will not activate during a
slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer.

• The camera’s settings can be changed to turn off the Auto
Power Down function (p. 131).

button down while turning on the power.

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Switching between Shooting / Replay

• To Shoot Still Images (Shooting Mode)

Slide the mode switch to .

• To Replay Images (Replay Mode)

Slide the mode switch to .

- Recorded images can be printed
when a printer (sold separately) is
connected (p. 105).

- Recorded images can be downloaded
to and viewed with a computer when
it is connected (p. 123).

• The or icon displays on the LCD monitor when a
connection to a printer is opened.

• The LCD monitor shuts off while a computer is connected.