Canon IXUS 100 IS User Manual
Canon
D I G I T A. L
IXUSIOOIS
Ge tt i ng St a rt e d
ENGLISH
Make sure you read this guide before using the camera.
Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future
CEL-SM9WA210
Checking the Package Contents
Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything
Is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera
Camera
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
Battery Pack NB-4L
(with Terminal Cover)
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Getting Started
(This Guide)
Also refer to the manuals on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk.
Camera User Guide
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many
DIGITAL CAMERA
Manuals IHsk
• You can use the included memory card to try out your new camera and take
somejest shots.
■ Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Microsoft Word
Viewer 2003 can be installed to view Word manuals (Middle East only). If this
software is not installed on your computer, access the following web site to
download the software:
http://www.adobe.com (in case of PDF)
http://wnww.microsoft.com/downloads/ (in the case of Word fonmat).
features to shoot more challenging photos
Personal Printing Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer and
print.
Software Starter Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to a computer
Explains how to install and use the software on the DIGITAL
CAMERA Solution Disk.
DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk
Battery Charger
CB>2LV/CB^2LVE
Canon Warranty
System Booklet
Read This First
Test Shots
Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images
were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and
affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages
arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory
cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded
in a way that is machine readable.
Warning Against Copyright infringement
The images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. Do not
record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior permission
of the copyright holder. 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
Warranty System Booklet supplied with your camera. For Canon Customer
Support contacts, please see the Canon Warranty System Booklet.
LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. This
is not a malfunction and has no effect on the recorded image.
Camera Body Temperature
Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the
camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction.
Memory Cards
The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are
collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.
Trademark Acknowledgments
The SDHC logo is a trademark.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
CANON INC.
30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan
CANON EUROPA N.V.
Bovenkerkerweg 59-61, 1185 XB Amstelveen, The Netherlands
S^ety ^№cailtions ^
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described
below, Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to
yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment,
Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use.
Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
yj\^ Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment
A Warning
Camera
Do not look through the camera viewfinder at bright light sources (the sun,
etc.).
This could damage eyesight.
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human 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.
Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. If this occurs,
contact a doctor immediately.
Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not
expressly described in this guide.
To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
Stop operating the camera immediately if It emits smoke, a strange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn
the camera power off and remove the battery.
Use only recommended power sources.
Using other power sources could result in electrical shock or fire.
Safety Precautions
Battery, Battery Charger
Use only recommended batteries.
Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
Do not let the battery come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids.
Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery.
Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts.
This may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately fiush with water and seek medical assistance.
If the battery charger becomes wet. unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera
distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord.
Unplug the power cord periodically and wipe away any dust and dirt that has
collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area.
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
Other Warnings
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support
data CD-ROMs.
Playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the
speakers. It is also possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to
the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on a music CD player.
À Caution
Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks
when hanging it by the strap.
Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated capacity of the
electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if the power cord or plug are
damaged, or not fully plugged into the outlet.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places.
Places subject to strong sunlight.
Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F).
Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion, resulting in fire, bums or
other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.
Safety Precautions
Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the charger
terminals or plug.
This could result In electrical shock, fire or other damage.
Playing back for a long time may cause feelings of discomfort.
Caution
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor (CCD)
When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to
allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
Do not use the flash with dirt, dust or other Items stuck to the surface, or if it Is
covered by your fingers or clothing.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after recharging Is complete,
or when you are not using It.
Do not place anything, such as cloth, on top of the battery charger while it is
charging.
Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and
distort, resulting in fire.
Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera.
If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other Insulators.
Contacting other metal materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.
Keep the battery out of the reach of pets.
If the battery is bitten, this could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion, resulting
in fire, bums or other injuries.
Do not sit in a chair with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
When putting the camera In your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the LCD monitor.
Do not attach accessories to the strap.
If this occurs, it may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
Table of Contents
Checking the Package Contents................................................................................2
Read This First...........................................................................................................3
Safety Precautions.....................................................................................................4
Attaching the Strap/Hoiding the Camera.................................................................7
Charging the Battery.................................................................................................8
inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Setting the Date and Time......................................................................................13
Setting the Dispiay Language..................................................................................15
Formatting Memory Cards......................................................................................16
Pressing the Shutter Button....................................................................................17
fJUfo Taking Pictures...............................................................................................18
B Viewing images....................................................................................................21
^ Erasing images.......................................................................................................22
Printing images........................................................................................................23
’■ Shooting Movies..................................................................................................25
E Viewing Movies....................................................................................................27
Transferring images to a Computer........................................................................28
Accessories..............................................................................................................32
Separateiy Soid Accessories....................................................................................34
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Attaching the Strap/HoMing the Camera
Attach the inciuded strap and piace it around your wrist to avoid dropping
the camera during use.
Keep your arms tight against your body whiie hoiding the camera firmiy by
the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not biock the flash.
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Charging the Battery
Use the included charger to charge the battery.
Remove the cover.
Insert the battery.
S Align the A marks on the battery and
charger, then Insert the battery by sliding It
in © and down @.
Charge the battery.
For CB-2LV: Flip out the plug ® and plug
the charger Into a power outlet @.
3 For CB-2LVE: Plug the power cord into
the charger, then plug the other end Into a
power outlet.
3 The charge lamp lights red and charging
starts.
The charge lamp will light green when
charging has finished. Charging takes
approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Remove the battery.
Unplug the battery charger from the power
outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it
in ® and up @.
To protect the battery and prolong Its life, do not charge It for longer than
0
24 hours continuously.
Charging the Battery
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Number el ahets monitor on.* 210 shots
PlaybacK Time (Hoursi 5 hours
The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products
Association (CIPA) measurement standard.
Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken.
LCD monitor off. 500 shots
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Battery Charge Indicator
An icon or message will appear on the screen indicating the battery's charge state.
Good.
m Slightly depleted, but sufficient.
Q1 (Blinking red) Nearly depleted.
‘Change the battery pack.' Depleted. Recharge the battery.
Using the battery and charger effectively
Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used.
Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used.
' ^ ^
' ^ ■ Attach the cover to a charged battery so that
How to store the battery for long periods.
Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Attach the terminal cover and
store the battery. Storing a battery for long periods of time (about a year) without
depleting it may shorten its life span or affect its performance...
The battery charger can also be used when abroad.
The charger can be used in regions that have 100 - 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power.
If the plug does not fit the outlet, use a commercially available plug adapter. Do
not use devices, such as electrical transformers for foreign travel, because they
will cause malfunctions.
The battery may develop a bulge.
This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem.
However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the
camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk,
if the battery is quickly depleted even after charging, it has reached the end of its
life span.
Purchase a new battery.
the ▲ mark is visible.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Insert the included battery and a memory card into the camera.
Check the card’s write-protect tab.
‘ If the memory card has a write-protect tab,
you will not be able to record images If the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
up until you hear a click.
Open the cover.
# Slide the cover ®, and open it (D.
Insert the battery.
•i: Insert the battery as shown until it locks
Into place with a click.
^ Be sure to Insert the battery in the correct
direction or it will not properly lock Into
place.
Insert the memory card.
c Insert the memory card as shown until It
locks into place with a click,
e Be sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card in the
wrong direction could damage the
camera.
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Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Close the cover.
Close the cover (T), and slide it (2) until it
locks into place with a click. ^
Removing the Battery and Memory Card
Remove the battery.
Open the cover and press the battery lock
In the direction of the arrow.
The battery wiil pop up.
Remove the memory card.
it Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release It.
^ The memory card will pop up.
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