Please read the Read This First section (p. 6).Please also read the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print UserGuide.
Flowchart and Reference Guides
This Guide
Shooting with the Camera
Software Starter Guide
Installing the Software
This Guide
Connecting the Camera to a Computer
This GuideSoftware Starter Guide
Downloading Images to a Computer
Direct Print User GuidePrinter User Guide
Using the Printer and Printing
Use of genuineCanon accessories is recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairsarising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories,although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Camera Body Temperature
If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may becomewarm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period.
About the LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor isproduced 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 orappearasred 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. 141).
Charging the Date/Time Battery
•The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery that maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This battery recharges when themain battery pack is inserted into the camera. When you first purchase thecamera, place a charged battery pack in it for at least 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power isturned off.
•If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it means that the date/time battery charge is depleted. Recharge it as described above.
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About This Guide
Conventions Used in the Text
Icons appearing beside orbelow titles indicate the modes in which theprocedure can be used. In the example below, the procedure can be used in the following mode.
When the mode switch is set to (Shooting)
Postcard Date Imprint Mode
Shooting Mode
When the Shooting mode is set to the following modes
•Auto• Manual• Portrait
•Night Snapshot• Kids&Pets• Indoor
•Underwater
*When a shooting mode icon is shown in gray, the procedure cannot be performed
in that mode.
*The symbol indicates the Stitch Assist mode.
:This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.
:This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic
operating procedures.
•This guide uses illustrations from the PowerShot SD300DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 40 in itsexplanations.
•Inthis guide an SD memorycard (Secure Digital, a copyright protection system) is referred to as an SD card.
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Table of Contents
Items marked with are lists orchartsthat summarize camera functions orprocedures.
Functions Available in Each ShootingMode.....................................176
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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.Pleasenote thatCanon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and itsdistributors are not liable for any consequential damages arisingfrom any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including SDmemory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that ismachine 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.Pleasebe advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or otherdevice 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 isin 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 theCanonLimitedWarrantysupplied with your camera.
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Safety Precautions
•Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand thesafety 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 cameraand its power supply accessories, such as the battery charger and separately sold compact power adapter. See the System Map for powersupply accessory details.
Storing SDcards
Store the SD memorycard out of the reach of children andinfants.
It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, consult a doctorimmediately.
Warnings
•Do not aimthe cameradirectly into the sun oratother intense light sources that could damage your eyesight.
•Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes.Exposure to theintense light produced by the flash may damageeyesight. 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 thecameraor battery pack by a child could resultin serious injury. In addition, placement of thestrap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
•Do not attempt to disassembleor alter any part ofthe equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltageelectrical shock. Internal inspections, alterationsand repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized byyour camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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•To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, donot touch the flashportion of thecamera if it has beendamaged. 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 power off, remove the battery pack or unplug the battery charger 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 theequipment if it is droppedor thecasing is damaged.Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera power off, remove the battery pack or unplug the power cable from thepoweroutlet. Please consult your camera distributor orthe closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
•Do not allow the equipmenttocome 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 itdry with a soft, absorbent cloth. Ifwater orotherforeign substancesenter the interior,immediately turn thecamera power off and remove the camera battery pack 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 orthe closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
•Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to cleanor maintainthe equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire.
•Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipeaway the
dust and dirt that collects on theplug,the exterior of thepoweroutlet and thesurrounding area. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the
dust that collects around the plug overlong periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.
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•Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on thepower 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 arewet. Handling it withwet
hands maylead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable, ensure that you hold the solidportion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cable may damage or exposure the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.
•Use only recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not
expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating,distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shockorother hazards.
•Do not place the battery pack near aheat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse it in water. Such exposure may damage the battery pack and lead to the leakageof corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.
•Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery pack.There isserious 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 battery pack to severe impacts that could damagethe casings.It could lead to leakageand 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.
•Beforeyou discard a battery, cover theterminals 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 battery pack in specialized waste facilities if available in your area.
•Use only recommended battery pack and accessories. Use of battery pack not expressly recommended for this equipment may causeexplosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.
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•Use the specified battery charger to chargeBattery Pack NB-4L. 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 cameraandthe poweroutlet after recharging and when they are not inuse to avoidfire and other hazards. Continuous use over a longperiod
may cause a unit to overheat anddistort, resulting infire.
•The battery charger and compact power adapter aredesigned forexclusive use with yourcamera. Donot use itwith other products orbatteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards.
Caution about magnetic fields
Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards)away from the speaker of the camera (p.14, 17). Such items may lose data orstop working.
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Cautions
•Avoid using, placing or storingthe equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard ortrunk (boot) of a car.Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the
batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the battery charger to charge the battery pack.
•Do not store theequipment inhumidor 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 leadtoinjury or damagethe equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.
•Be careful not to coverthe flash with your fingers or clothingwhenshooting. The flashmay be damagedand emit smoke or noise. In
addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either actioncouldresult 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.
•Ensure that thebattery charger is plugged into a power outlet of thespecified rating, not over the specified rating. The plugofthe battery charger varies according to region.
•Do not usethe batterycharger or compact power adapter if the plugorcable is damaged, or if the plug is not fully insertedinto the power outlet.
•Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt tocontact the charger terminals or plug.
•If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm.Please take care when operating the camera forextended
periods as your hands may experience a burning sensation.
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Preventing Malfunctions
AvoidStrong Magnetic Fields
Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or otherequipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.
AvoidCondensation 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 SD card and battery pack or compact poweradapter from the cameraand wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.
Extended Storage
When not using the camera forextended periods of time, remove the battery pack from the camera or batterychargerand store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with a battery pack installed will run down the battery pack. However the date, time and other camera settings may reset to default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three weeks.
•PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon PrintersInterface Cable IFC-400PCU(supplied with the camera)
Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera for direct print compatible printer information
Direct
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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.
Symbol
Charge Indicator
Insert thebattery pack into the
1
battery charger.
Align the on the battery pack and batterycharger and insertit correctly.
Batterycharger model names andtypes
2
vary by region.
(For CB-2LV)
Plug the battery charger into a power outlet.
(For CB-2LVE)
Attach the power cordto the battery charger and plug itinto a power outlet.
•The charge indicator will light orangewhile the battery pack is charging. It will change to green when the charge is complete.
•After charging, unplug the battery charger and immediately remove the battery pack.
Preparing the Camera
To protect thebatterypack and prolong its life, do notcharge itfor longer than 24 hours continuously.
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•Since this is a lithium-ion battery pack, you need not completely discharge it before recharging. Itcan be rechargedat any point.However, sincethe maximum numberof chargecycles is approximately 300 times (batterylifebased on Canon’s testing standards), you are recommended to chargethe battery pack after having discharged it completely toprolong battery life.
•It takes approximately 90 minutes to fully charge the battery pack from afully discharged state (based on Canon’s testing standards). Charging it within a temperature range of 5° to 40 °C (41° to 104 °F) is recommended.
•Charge times may vary according tothe ambient temperature and the battery pack’s charge state.
•Youmay hear anoise during charging. This is not a malfunction.
zKeep 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 soft cotton swab before charging or using thebattery pack.
zDo not rapidly overturn or wave the battery charger around when it
contains the battery pack. The battery pack could fly out.
zAt 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 beforeuse. However,ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocket thatcould cause a short circuit, such as a key holder, etc.
zDo not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions,
on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Heat willbuild up and could result in a fire.
zDo not charge batteries other than Battery Pack NB-4L in this charger.zThe battery pack continues to discharge a minimal portion of its power
whileinstalled in the camera, even with the poweroff, or inthe charger.This willshorten batterylife.
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zDo not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch theand
terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the batterypack or store it during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover(Fig. B). You may be able to check the charge state when Battery Pack NB-4Lis useddepending uponhow the terminal cover isattached (Fig. C,D).
Fig. AFig. B
Fig. CCharged Battery
Fig. DSpent Battery
Preparing the Camera
Attach it so the
is visible.
Attach it the opposite way to Fig. C.
zEven charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. You are
advised to charge the batteryonthe day of use, or oneday before, to ensure a full charge.
zSince storing a fully charged battery pack for long periods of time(about
one year) may shorten its life cycle or affectits performance, you arerecommended to use it in the camera until it is completely discharged and to store itin an indoor location with low relativehumidity andbetween the temperatures of0 to30°C(32to86 °F). If you donot use thebattery packfor long periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully in the camera about once a year before returning it to storage.
zIf theperformance of the battery pack diminishes substantially even when it
is fully charged, its life has been exceeded and it shouldbereplaced.
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Installing the Battery Pack
Install Battery Pack NB-4L (supplied).
Pleaserechargethe battery pack (p. 21)time.
1
Slide the SD card slot/battery cover
1
in the direction of the arrows.
2
Press the battery lock while
2
inserting the batterypack all theway in until the lock clicks.
Align the on the battery pack and
Battery Lock
Symbol
2
battery chamber and insert it correctly.
To remove the battery pack, press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow and hold it while pulling the battery pack out.
Slide the SD card slot/battery cover
3
closed.
before you use it for the first
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1
•Please watch the loading slotarea carefully as you insertand remove the battery pack.
•Do not turn off the power or open the SD card slot/battery cover while the indicator blinks green. The camera iswriting, reading,erasing or transmitting an image to or from the SD card.
•Remove the batterypack when the camera is not in use. Please note, however, that the date, time and other camerasettings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack has been removed formore than three weeks.
Please use an AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 (sold separately) for extended use ofthe camera(p. 154).
Battery Pack Charge
The following icons and messages will displaywhen the battery pack charge is low.
Battery pack charge islow. Rechargeit as soon as possible before itis required for an extended period.When the LCD monitor isoff, this icon willdisplaywhen you press any button other than the ON/OFF,
Battery charge isinsufficient to operate the camera.Replacethe battery pack immediately.
Preparing the Camera
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Installing the SD Card
Write Protect Tab
TheSD card has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existing data (e.g. images). When recording to, erasing from orformatting the SDcard, slide the tab upward.
Ensure that the SD card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. It may damage the camera if inserted backward by mistake.
Turn the camera power off and insert the SD card with the following procedures.
Slide the SD card slot/battery cover
1
Front
1
in the direction of the arrows.
2
Insert the SD card.
2
•Push it in with your finger or the whiteportion of the wrist strap, as illustrated onthe camera bottom, until it clicks into place.
•Do not touchor allow metal objects tocontact the terminals on the back of the SD card.
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2
Slide the SD card slot/battery cover
3
closed.
1
To Remove the SD card
Push the SD card with your finger or thetoggle on the wrist strap until it clicks and then release it.
•Please watch the loading slotarea carefully as you insertand remove the SD card.
•Since the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting datatoor from the SD card when the indicator blinks green, never perform the following actions during this time. It could corruptthe image data.
-Subject thecamera body to vibration or shocks.
-Turn the camera’s power off, or open the SD cardslot/battery
cover.
•Please notethat SD cards formatted with other manufacturers’ cameras or a computer,or formatted or edited with application programs, may slowdown writing to the SD cardor may not operate correctly in the camera.
•You are recommended to use SD cards that have beenformatted in your camera(p.28).The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.
SeeSD Cards and Estimated Capacities(p. 160).
Preparing the Camera
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Formatting SDCards
You should always format a new SD card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.
Please note that formatting (initializing) an SDcard erases all data,including protected images and other file types.
Press the ON/OFF button until the
1
power lamp lights green.
Power Lamp
Press the MENU button.
2
The (Rec.) or(Play)menu is displayed.
Usethe button to select the
3
(Set up) menu.
Usethe or button to select
4
[Format] and press the FUNC./SET button.
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