Canon G3 User Manual

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Camera User Guide

• Please start by reading the Read This First on page 4 of this manual.

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.

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. 165).

Language Setting

Please see page 26 to change the language setting.

Please read through the “Read This First” section (p. 4) before using your camera.

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, PowerShot and Bubble Jet are trademarks of Canon, Inc.

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

• Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh 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.

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About this Camera User Guide

Symbols Used

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

: This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating

procedures.

Question? Look Here First.

3 How do I navigate the menus?

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42)

3 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. 204)

3 How do I go about printing?

About Printing (p. 132)

3 What functions are available through the menus?

Rec. Menu (p. 158) Replay Menu (p. 161) Set up Menu (p. 162) My Camera Menu (p. 166)

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About the Thumb Index

A quick introduction intended for new users who want to shoot first and learn more later. Tells you how to get the camera running and how to begin shooting and playing back images.

Quick Start

Introduces you to all of the camera components, and explains how to load batteries and use the shutter button, among other basic functions. Also explains how to set the camera’s start-up image, and start-up, shutter and operation sounds.

Describes shooting with the camera, from each shooting mode to using the camera’s various shooting features.

Explains how to review recorded images or select replay settings, how to protect images or erase them, and how to edit movies.

Explains how to print and make print settings, and how to select images for transferring to e-mail.

Explains how to transfer images to a computer. Also explains how to use a TV set for shooting and reviewing images.

You must read this section before connecting your camera to a computer.

Shows the Rec., Replay, Set up and My camera menus at a glance and error messages. Also explains how to use the wireless controller and various separately sold accessories such as the charge adapter / car battery kit, externally mounted flash units and conversion lenses.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Shooting

Replaying, Erasing

Printing, Transferring

Connecting

Appendix

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Table of Contents

: Functions and operations tables. These pages are shaded on the right edges

to make them easy to find.

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

Quick Start .................................................................................. 8

Components Guide ................................................................... 10

Front View ................................................................................... 10

Back / Bottom View ...................................................................... 11

Controls ....................................................................................... 12

Mode Dial .................................................................................... 13

Main Dial ..................................................................................... 14

Display Panel ................................................................................ 15

Preparing the Camera .............................................................. 16

Charging the Battery Pack ............................................................. 16

Installing the Battery Pack ............................................................. 19

Using Compact Power Adapter ..................................................... 21

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

Setting the Date / Time ................................................................. 24

Setting the Language .................................................................... 26

Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 27

Attaching the Lens Cap ................................................................ 27

Using the Soft Case (Optional) ...................................................... 27

Basic Functions.......................................................................... 28

Turning the Power On / Off ........................................................... 28

Switching between Shooting and Replaying................................... 31

Using the LCD Monitor ................................................................. 32

Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot ........................................... 38

Pressing the Shutter Button ........................................................... 39

Using the Zoom (Focal Length) ...................................................... 41

Selecting Menus and Settings........................................................ 42

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) ...................... 46

Changing My Camera Settings ...................................................... 46

Registering the My Camera Settings .............................................. 48

Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings ......................... 51

Auto Mode .......................................................................... 51

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting....................................... 53

Changing the Resolution and Compression.................................... 55

Changing the File Format .............................................................. 58

Using the Flash .................................................................... 60

Portrait Mode ...................................................................... 63

Landscape Mode ................................................................. 63

Night Scene Mode ............................................................... 64

Stitch Assist Mode................................................................ 65

Movie Mode ........................................................................ 68

Macro Mode........................................................................ 69

Self-Timer ............................................................................ 70

Digital Zoom ................................................................................ 72

Continuous Shooting ........................................................... 73

Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects ..................................... 75

Program AE ......................................................................... 75

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

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

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture ................. 81

Selecting an AF frame .......................................................... 82

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

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

Setting the White Balance .................................................... 86

Changing the Photo Effect ................................................... 89

Changing the ISO Speed ...................................................... 92

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) .................................. 93

Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) ...................................... 95

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ................................. 97

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) .......................... 99

Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings ..................... 100

Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires ............................... 102

Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) .......................... 103

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus .............................. 105

Switching between Focus Settings ............................................... 108

Saving Custom Settings .................................................... 109

Using the ND Filter...................................................................... 110

Setting the Auto Rotate Function ................................................ 111

Resetting the File Numbers .......................................................... 112

Replaying ................................................................................ 113

Displaying Images Individually ..................................................... 113

Magnifying Images ............................................................ 114

Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index Replay) ..................... 115

Jumping Between Images ............................................... 116

Viewing Movies .......................................................................... 117

Editing Movies ............................................................................ 119

Rotating Images in the Display .................................................... 121

Attaching Sound Annotations to Images ...................................... 122

Automated Playback (Slide Show)................................................ 124

Protecting Images ....................................................................... 128

Erasing .................................................................................... 129

Erasing Images Individually .......................................................... 129

Erasing All Images ...................................................................... 130

Formatting a CF Card ................................................................. 131

Printing ................................................................................... 132

About Printing ............................................................................ 132

Selecting from the Print Menu ..................................................... 134

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ............................................ 136

Printing ...................................................................................... 139

Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ............................ 141

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) .............................................. 145

Printing with DPOF Print Settings ................................................. 150

Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) ..................... 152

Selecting Images for Transferring ................................................. 152

Viewing Images on a TV Set ................................................... 154

Downloading Images to a Computer ..................................... 155

Downloading Directly from a CF Card.......................................... 155

Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable ........... 156

List of Menu Options and Messages ...................................... 158

Rec. Menu ................................................................................. 158

Replay Menu .............................................................................. 161

Set up Menu .............................................................................. 162

My Camera Menu ...................................................................... 166

Resetting the Settings to Default ................................................. 168

List of Error / Message Codes ...................................................... 169

List of Messages ......................................................................... 170

Appendix ................................................................................ 174

Using the Wireless Controller ...................................................... 174

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional) ............................... 177

Using Conversion Lenses (Optional) / Close-up Lenses (Optional) .. 183

Using a Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit (Optional) ............ 186

Replacing the Date Battery .......................................................... 188

Camera Care and Maintenance ................................................... 190

Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 191

Specifications .......................................................................... 194

Index ....................................................................................... 200

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode .......................... 204

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 sensible.

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 Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your camera.

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, its power supply accessories and an optional compact power adapter.

Warnings

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

• Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the camera away from children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery.

• 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 a 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 and 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.

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

• 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 battery 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.

• 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 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 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.

• Disconnect the 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 of time may cause the 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.

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

converter lens, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may cause an injury. Never aim the lenses at the sun or strong light sources. There is a risk of damage to eyesight.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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 a household power source, from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.

Quick Start

Battery lock

To power outlet

Indicator

Install the Battery (p. 19).

Open the battery cover and insert the battery while pressing the battery lock.

Charge the Battery (p. 16).

Check that the power is off. Charge the battery. The battery is approximately 90% charged (adequate charge for use) when the orange indicator beside the viewfinder stops blinking and lights steadily. After charging, detach the compact power adapter’s DC plug from the camera.

Install the CF card (p. 22).

Power/Mode Indicator

Remove the lens cap.

Turn the power on (p. 28).

Open the LCD monitor and turn the mode lever to (shooting) while pressing the release button. The Power/Mode indicator lights orange.

Release Button

Turn the mode dial to (p. 51).

Focus (p. 39).

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

Shoot (p. 39).

Press the shutter button all the way. You will hear the sound of the shutter close when the shot is complete.

View the recorded image (p. 53).

The recorded image will display in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds. Keep your finger on the shutter button or press the button while the image is displayed to continue to display the image after the shutter button is released.

Quick Start

To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image

1.Press the button while the image is displayed.

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

• Once you are done, press the

turn off the power.

button to

Components Guide

Front View

Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 38)

Main Dial (p. 14)

Remote Sensor (p. 175)

Lens

Ring

Release

Button

(p. 185)

AF-assist Beam (p. 40) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 61) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 70)

Hot Shoe (p. 177) Built-In Flash (p. 60)

Display Panel (p. 15) Strap Mount (p. 27)

DC IN Terminal (p. 17, 21)

Speaker

Terminal cover

Microphone (p. 122)

(

Audio/Video Out Terminal (p. 154)

Terminal*

(p. 137, 138, 156)

)

* To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables.

• Computer: USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with this camera)

• Direct Print Compatible Printer (optional): Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with Direct Print compatible printers)

•Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional): Please refer to the Bubble Jet Printer user guide.

Please refer to your System Map to find out which direct print function compatible printers can be used with this camera.

Back / Bottom View

LCD Monitor (p. 32)

Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 38)

Viewfinder (p. 38)

Tripod Socket

CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)

Strap Mount (p. 27)

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Battery Cover (p. 19)

● Upper Indicator

The indicators light or blink when the shutter button is pressed or the following operations are underway.

• Green: Ready to record / Battery charge complete (100%)*

• Blinking Green: Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing from CF card/ Transmitting data (during a computer connection)

• Orange: Ready to record (flash on) / Battery charge at 90%*

• Blinking Orange: Ready to record (camera shake warning) / battery is charging (The interval between flashes may differ according to the charge state of the battery.)*

*Only displays when connected to the compact power adapter.

● Lower Indicator

• Yellow: Macro mode / Manual focus mode

• Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (although you can press the shutter button, try using focus lock or adjusting the focus manually, p. 106)

Controls

To p

Back

Button (p. 83)

(Continuous)/

(Self-Timer/Wireless

Controller) Button

(p. 70, 73, 174)

(Macro)/ (Jump) Button (p. 69, 116)

(Light Metering)

Zoom Lever

Shooting:

(Telephoto)/

(Wide Angle) (p. 41)

Replay:

(Zoom in)/

(Zoom out)(p. 114)

Shutter Button (p. 39)

Mode Dial (p. 13)

Mode Lever (p. 28)Power/Mode Indicator (p. 28)

Button (p. 29)

(Manual Focus) /

(Microphone) Button (p. 105, 106, 122)

(Flash) /

(Index) Button (p.60, 115)

(Function) Button (p. 42)

(Display) Button (p. 33)

Omni Selector (C/

[Exposure], D/ WB [White Balance], B, A) (p.85, 86)

(Menu) Button

(p. 43)

(Set)/ (AF Frame Selector)

Button (p. 82)

(AE Lock/FE Lock) /

(Erase) Button (p. 97, 99, 129)

Mode Dial

Use the mode dial to switch between the shooting modes.

: Auto (p. 51)

•

The camera automatically selects settings.

Auto

• Image Zone

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

: Portrait (p. 63) : Landscape (p. 63) : Night Scene (p. 64) : Stitch Assist (p. 65) : Movie (p. 68)

• Creative Zone

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

: Program AE (p. 75)

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

: Shutter Speed-Priority AE (p. 77) : Aperture-Priority AE (p. 79) : Manual Exposure (p. 81) : Custom 1 (p. 109) : Custom 2 (p. 109)

Main Dial

The main dial is used for selecting certain menus and for displaying images. You can easily and swiftly select, confirm and switch menus.

Turning the Main Dial

Turn

Clicking the Main Dial

Click

●In Shooting Mode

• Selects Aperture value and shutter speed (p. 77, 79)

• Selects menu settings by pressing the FUNC. button (p. 42)

• Selects exposure compensation and white balance (p. 85, 86)

• Manually sets the focus (p. 106)

●In Replay Mode

• Display the previous and next image (p. 113)

●In Shooting Mode

• Fixes menu items set by pressing the FUNC. button (p. 42)

• Switches between shutter speeds and aperture values in the

mode (p. 81)

Display Panel

The display panel shows the camera settings, the remaining image capacity, movie shooting time, battery charge and other information.

Evaluative Metering / Spot Metering / Center-Weighted Average Metering

Shutter Speed / Movie Shooting Time / White Balance / ISO Speed / Photo Effect / Bracket / Resolution Setting Value (for each function setting)

Aperture Setting

Compression

Resolution (Not displayed with RAW images)

Flash On / Flash Off (Not displayed with Auto) ND filter Single Shot / Standard Continuous Shooting / High-speed Continuous Shooting ISO speed Battery Charge State Macro Mode Photo Effect Self-Timer / Wireless Controller

Remaining Image Capacity / Message Code / Error Code / (Intervalometer) / Interval Shooting Remaining Shots

White Balance Settings Bracket Flash Exposure Compensation / Flash Output Adjustment

Exposure Compensation Level / AEB Level / Flash Exposure Compensation Level

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• The diagram above shows all the icons appearing at once. Normally, only the icons applicable to the selected mode and camera state appear.

p. 83

p. 55, 68,

77, 86, 89,

92, 93

p. 79, 81

p. 55

p. 60

p. 110

p. 73 p. 92 p. 20 p. 69 p. 89

p. 70, 174

p. 103, 169

p. 86

p. 93, 95

p. 100

p. 85, 93, 100

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Preparing the Camera

Charging the Battery Pack

Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time and subsequently when the “Change the battery pack” message displays on the LCD monitor or the low battery icon (

Turn off the power (p. 29).

• Make sure that the power/mode indicator is off.

) and Lb ( ) message flash on the Display Panel.

To power outlet

Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows.

Press the battery lock while inserting the Battery Pack BP-511 and close the battery cover.

Battery lock

Terminals

Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into power outlet.

power adapter to the camera’s DC IN terminal.

• The indicator beside the viewfinder will blink orange while the battery pack is charging and change to steady orange when it is

Connect the DC plug of the compact

Indicator

○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○

• If the power is turned on while charging, the battery pack will stop charging and the compact power adapter will power the camera.

• This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to completely use or discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any time.

• It takes approximately 80 minutes to bring a fully discharged battery pack to a charge state of approximately 90% (adequate charge for use). It takes approximately 2 more hours to charge it fully (based on Canon´s testing standard). Charge it within a temperature range of 5 to 40º C (41 to 104º F).

• Charging times will vary according to the surrounding humidity and battery pack charge state.

• Battery Pack BP-512 (optional) can also be used in this camera.

approximately 90% charged, which is adequate for use. If it is charged for approximately 2 more hours, it will become fully charged and the indicator will switch to green.

• After charging the battery, remove it from the camera when the camera will not be used.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Battery Pack Handling Precautions

•Keep the battery pack and camera terminals ( terminals may cause a 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 cover the compact power adapter with anything, such as a tablecloth, cushion or blanket, when it is charging. Heat will build up internally and possibly lead to fire.

•Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack BP-511 or Battery Pack BP-512 with the supplied equipment. It could damage the camera.

•The battery pack continues to discharge a small amount when left in the camera even with the power turned off. This shortens the battery life. Remove it from the camera, attach the supplied terminal cover and store it at room temperature (30º C / 86º F or less) in a dry place. Charge it before use.

) clean at all times. Dirty

Charging the Battery Pack (continued)

•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.

Fig.A Fig.B

•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 lifecycle or affect performance, you are recommended to use the battery pack in the camera until the LB symbol displays and to store it at normal temperature (30º C/86º F or less). 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.

•The camera consumes the battery charge when the power is on even when a function is not being used. To conserve the battery charge, be particularly attentive in turning the camera off.

•Although the battery pack’s maximum operating range is 0 to 40º C (32 to 104º F), the optimal range is 10 to 30º C (50 to 86º F). At cold temperatures, such as those experienced when skiing, performance will temporarily decline, reducing the usable time before recharging.

•If the usable time of a battery pack diminishes substantially even when fully charged, it should be replaced.

Installing the Battery Pack

Install Battery Pack BP-511 (supplied) into the camera as follows. Use the Compact Power Adapter CA-560 to power the camera for extended periods (p. 21).

Turn off the camera (p. 29).

• Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit.

Battery lock

Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows.

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

• To remove the battery pack, release the battery lock.

Slide the battery cover closed.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

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• Charge the battery pack before using it the first time (p. 16).

• When the upper indicator on the left side of the viewfinder is blinking green, the CF card is being written to, read, erased or transmitted to. Do not turn off the power, open the battery cover or open the CF card slot cover while the camera's indicator blinks green.

• Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use.

Installing the Battery Pack (continued)

Battery Status Symbols

The following icons indicate the battery status on the display panel. These icons will not appear while the camera is powered with a compact power adapter.

: Sufficient battery charge : Low battery

: Replace or recharge battery

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• See Battery Performance (p. 196).

Using Compact Power Adapter

You should use the Compact Power Adapter CA-560 for long periods of continuous use or for connecting to a computer or printer.

To power

Compact Power Adapter CA-560

outlet

Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a power outlet.

Open the terminal cover and connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter to the camera’s DC IN terminal.

• Always disconnect and unplug the compact power adapter after use.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

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• Always turn the camera’s power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.

• The battery cannot be charged while the compact power adapter is being used to run the camera (with the power on).

• Do not use Compact Power Adapter CA-560 with any devices other than those for which Battery Pack BP-511 or Battery Pack BP-512 are specified.

Installing a CF Card

Turn off the camera (p. 29).

• Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit.

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

Insert the CF card with the label facing

CF card Eject Button

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• When the indicator on the left side of the viewfinder blinks green, the camera is

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

- Do not shake the camera.

- Do not turn off the power or open the battery cover or the CF card slot cover.

• Please note that CF cards formatted in or edited with computers, other

manufacturer’s cameras or application programs may not operate correctly in the camera.

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• See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 197).

up.

• Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends.

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

CF Card Handling Precautions

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

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Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.

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Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes may cause condensation to form in the card, leading to potential malfunctions. To avoid condensation formation, 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, put it aside until the water droplets have evaporated completely.

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Place the CF card in the supplied case for storage.

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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

Microdrives are a recording medium with a hard disk. Their merits are a large capacity and a low price per megabyte of capacity. However, they can be more susceptible to vibrations and shocks than CF cards, which use durable flash memories. Please be careful, therefore, not to subject the camera to vibrations or shocks when using a microdrive, especially while recording or replaying.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Setting the Date / Time

The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the date lithium battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time.

Turn on the camera (p. 28).

Press the button.

• The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Replay)] menu appears.

(Rec.) Menu.

Press the A arrow on the omni selector

to select the [ (Set up)] menu.

• Pressing the button also switches between menus.

Press the C or D arrow on the omni

selector to select [Date/Time] then press the button.

• The factory default for the date format may differ from that shown here in some regions.

Set the date and time.

• Press the B or A arrow on the omni selector to select a field to change.

• Press the C or D arrow on the omni selector to set the values.

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

Press the button.

• After adjusting the settings, press the button to close the menu window.

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