Canon IXUS S User Manual

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Package Contents

Camera Battery Pack NB-11L
(with terminal cover)
Battery Charger
CB-2LD/CB-2LDE
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
Wrist Strap WS-800
Warranty System
Booklet
Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk
Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer.
A memory card is not included (p. 2).
User Manuals
For information about the included software, refer to the
SD memory cards*
SDHC memory cards*
SDXC memory cards*
Eye-Fi cards
* Conforms to SD specifications. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work
with the camera.
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, on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk (p. 25).
Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Microsoft Word/
Word Viewer can be installed to view the Word manuals (required only for manuals for the Middle East).

Compatible Memory Cards

Preliminary Notes and Legal Information

About Eye-Fi Cards
This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (including wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with the card manufacturer. Also note that an approval is required to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions. Without approval, use of the card is not permitted. If it is unclear whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with the card manufacturer.
Always confirm beforehand that memory cards are supported on other devices
such as card readers and computers (including the current version of your operating system).
Preliminary Notes and Legal Information
Take and review some test shots initially 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.
Images recorded by the camera are intended for personal use. Refrain from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note that even for personal use, photography may contravene copyright or other legal rights at some performances or exhibitions, or in some commercial settings.
For information on your camera’s warranty, please refer to the Warranty
information provided with your camera. For Canon Customer Support, please refer to the warranty information for contact information.
Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision
manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the pixels meet design specifications, in rare cases some pixels may be defective or may appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate camera damage or affect recorded images.
The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection
against scratches during shipment. If covered, remove the film before using the camera.
When the camera is used over an extended period, it may become warm.
This does not indicate damage.
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Part Names and Conventions in This
Still Images
Movies
Guide
Lens Speaker Zoom lever Shooting: (telephoto) / (wide angle) Playback: (magnify) / (index)
Shutter button ON/OFF button Mode switch Microphone Flash Lamp
: Important information you should know
: Notes and tips for expert camera use
(p. xx): Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represents a
page number)
Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings.
For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as
“the memory card”.
The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is used for still
images, movies, or both.
: Indicates that the function is used when shooting or
viewing still images.
: Indicates that the function is used when shooting or
viewing movies.
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Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
Tripod socket Screen (LCD monitor) Memory card/battery cover Indicator
(Playback) button
DC coupler cable port
button
Strap mount
TM
terminal
HDMI
AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal Movie button (Exposure compensation) / Up button
(Macro) / Left button
FUNC./SET button
(Flash) / Right button
(Display) / Down button
In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera
buttons and switches on which they appear or which they resemble.
The following camera buttons are represented by icons.
Up button on back Left button on back FUNC./SET button on back Right button on back Down button on back
On-screen text is indicated in brackets.
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Contents

Package Contents .............................2
Compatible Memory Cards ................2
Preliminary Notes and Legal
Information.......................................3
Part Names and Conventions
in This Guide ...................................4
Contents ............................................6
Contents: Basic Operations ...............8
Safety Precautions...........................10
Initial Preparations ...........................13
Trying the Camera Out ....................20
Included Software, Manuals ............25
Accessories .....................................31
Specifications...................................32
Camera Basics .................37
On/Off ..............................................38
Shutter Button ..................................39
Shooting Modes...............................39
Shooting Display Options ................40
FUNC. Menu....................................41
Menu ....................................42
Indicator Display ..............................43
Clock................................................43
Smart Auto Mode .............45
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode..........46
Common, Convenient Features.......55
Using Face ID ..................................61
Image Customization Features........71
Helpful Shooting Features ...............76
Customizing Camera Operation ......79
Other Shooting Modes.....81
Specific Scenes ...............................82
Applying Special Effects ..................86
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Special Modes for Other
Purposes ....................................... 95
Shooting Various Movies ..............103
Shooting in Program AE Mode
( Mode) .................................... 106
Image Brightness
(Exposure Compensation) .......... 107
Color and Continuous Shooting .... 110
Shooting Range and Focusing...... 114
Flash ............................................. 121
Other Settings ............................... 123
Viewing.......................................... 126
Browsing and Filtering Images...... 130
Editing Face ID Information........... 133
Image Viewing Options ................. 135
Protecting Images ......................... 139
Erasing Images ............................. 143
Rotating Images............................146
Image Categories .......................... 148
Editing Still Images........................ 152
Editing Movies ............................... 157
Adjusting Basic Camera
Functions .................................... 160
Tips on Using Included
Accessories................................. 172
Optional Accessories .................... 173
Using Optional Accessories .......... 175
Printing Images ............................. 181
mode ...........................105
Playback Mode ...............125
Setting Menu...................159
Accessories....................171
Contents
Using an Eye-Fi Card.................... 194
Appendix.........................197
Troubleshooting ............................ 198
Handling Precautions .................... 201
On-Screen Messages.................... 202
On-Screen Information .................. 204
Functions and Menu Tables ..........208
Index.............................................. 216
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Contents: Basic Operations

Monochrome
(p. 91)
Against Snow
(p. 83)
Portraits
(p. 82)
Shooting people well
Matching specific scenes
Applying special effects
Low Light
(p. 83)
Under Water
(p. 83)
Miniature Effect
(p. 88)
Toy Camera Effect
(p. 89)
Night Scenes
(p. 82)
Vivid Colors
(p. 86)
Poster Effect
(p. 86)
Smooth Skin
(p. 85)
Soft Focus
(p. 90)
Fish-Eye Effect
(p. 87)
Shoot
Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) ............................. 46
Focus on faces ............................................................... 46, 82, 116
Without using the flash (Flash Off) ............................................... 58
With myself in the shot (Self-Timer)........................................ 56, 98
Add the shooting date and time (Date Stamp).............................. 59
Use Face ID.......................................................................... 61, 133
Movie clips and photos together (Movie Digest)........................... 95
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Safety Precautions

Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described
below. Always ensure that the product is used 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
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could 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.
Use only recommended power sources.
Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the product.
Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the product if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
Stop using the product 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
product.
Do not let the product come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other
liquids.
Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in electrical shock or fire. If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Use only the recommended battery.
Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, 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.
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.
Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the terminals
or plug.
The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.
Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
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Safety Precautions
Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support data
CD-ROMs.
It is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on an audio CD player (music player). Additionally, this could damage the speakers.
Caution
When holding the camera by the strap, be careful not to bang it, subject it to
strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other objects.
Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
Be careful not to subject the screen to strong impacts.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
Avoid using, placing or storing the product 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 of the battery, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may cause deformation of the camera or battery charger casing.
Viewing images on the camera screen for prolonged periods may cause
discomfort.
Caution
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow
dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
Denotes the possibility of injury.
Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
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Initial Preparations

Prepare for shooting as follows.
Attaching the Strap
Holding the Camera
Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end ().
Place the strap around your wrist. When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. Do not rest your fingers on the flash.
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CB-2LD
CB-2LDE
Charging the Battery
Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged.
Remove the cover.
Insert the battery.
After aligning the marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ).
Charge the battery.
For CB-2LD: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug
the charger into a power outlet ( ). For CB-2LDE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet. The charging lamp turns orange and charging begins. When the charging is finished, the lamp turns green.
Remove the battery.
After unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ).
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Initial Preparations
Battery LockTerminals
To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge
it continuously for more than 24 hours.
For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger
or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time
possible with a fully charged battery, see “Specifications” (p. 32).
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (p. 164).
Check the card’s write-protect tab.
Recording is not possible on memory cards with a write-protect tab when the tab is in the locked (downward) position. Slide the tab up until it clicks into the unlocked position.
Open the cover.
Slide the cover ( ) and open it ( ).
Insert the battery.
While pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow, insert the battery facing as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position. Batteries inserted facing the wrong way cannot be locked into the correct position. Always confirm that the battery is facing the right way and locks when inserted.
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Initial Preparations
Setting the Date and Time
A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for dates and times added to your images.
Turn the camera on.
Press the ON/OFF button. The [Date/Time] screen is displayed.
Set the date and time.
Press the buttons to choose an option. Press the buttons to specify the date and time. When finished, press the button.
Set the local time zone.
Press the buttons to choose your local time zone.
Finish the setup process.
Press the button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. To turn off the camera, press the ON/OFF button.
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Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the [Date/Time]
screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information.
To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose in step 2 and then
choose by pressing the buttons.
Changing the Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
Access the camera menu.
Press the button.
Choose [Date/Time].
Move the zoom lever to choose the tab. Press the buttons to choose [Date/ Time], and then press the button.
Change the date and time.
Follow step 2 on p. 17 to adjust the settings. Press the button to close the menu.
Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in
date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed.
The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you insert a charged
battery or connect the camera to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 173), even if the camera is left off.
Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed
when you turn the camera on. Follow the steps on p. 17 to set the date and time.
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Display Language
The display language can be changed as needed.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the button.
Access the setting screen.
Press and hold the button, and then immediately press the button.
Set the display language.
Press the buttons to choose a language, and then press the button. Once the display language has been set, the setting screen is no longer displayed.
A clock icon is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the
button before you press the button. In this case, press the button to dismiss the clock icon and repeat step 2.
You can also change the display language by pressing the button and
choosing [Language ] on the tab.
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Trying the Camera Out

Still Images
Movies
Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them.
Shooting (Smart Auto)
For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Turn the camera on.
Press the ON/OFF button. The startup screen is displayed.
Enter mode.
Set the mode switch to . Aim the camera at the subject. As the camera determines the scene, it will make a slight clicking noise. Icons representing the scene and image stabilization mode are displayed in the upper right of the screen. Frames displayed around any subjects that are detected indicate that they are in focus.
Compose the shot.
To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward
(wide angle).
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Trying the Camera Out
AF Frames
Shoot. Shooting Still Images
Focus.
Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus.
Shoot.
Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. Your shot remains displayed on the screen for about two seconds. Even while the shot is displayed, you can take another shot by pressing the shutter button again.
Shooting Movies
Start shooting.
Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time.
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Elapsed Time
Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. Frames displayed around any faces that are detected indicate that they are in focus. Once recording begins, you can take your finger off the movie button.
Finish shooting.
Press the movie button again to stop shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. Recording will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full.
Viewing
After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the button. Your last shot is displayed.
Browse through your images.
To view the previous image, press the button. To view the next image, press the button.
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Trying the Camera Out
Erasing the Images
You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered.
Choose an image to erase.
Press the buttons to choose an image.
Erase the image.
Press the button, press the buttons to choose , and then press the button again. After [Erase?] is displayed, press the buttons to choose [Erase], and then press the
button. The current image is now erased. To cancel erasure, press the buttons to choose [Cancel], and then press the button.
You can also erase all images at once (p. 143).
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Included Software, Manuals

The software and the manuals on the included CD-ROMs are introduced below, with instructions for installation, saving images to a computer, and using the manuals.
Features of the Included Software
After installing the software on the CD-ROM, you can do the following things on your computer.
ImageBrowser EX
Import images and change camera settings Manage images: view, search, and organize Print and edit images Update to the latest software version with the auto update function
Auto Update Function
Using the included software, you can update to the latest version, and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded). Be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection so you can use this function.
Internet access is required to use this function, and any ISP account
charges and access fees must be paid separately.
This function may not be available depending on the camera or
region you live in.
Manuals
The following manuals are provided on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk.
Camera User Guide
Once you are familiar with the information in , refer to this for a more in­depth understanding of camera operation.
ImageBrowser EX User Guide
Refer to this guide when using the included software. This guide can be referenced from the ImageBrowser EX Help function.
Depending on the country or region where you purchased your camera, the
may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website.
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Included Software, Manuals
System Requirements
The included software can be used on the following computers.
Windows
Operating System
Computer
Processor
RAM
Interfaces USB
Free Hard Disk Space
Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher
* In Windows XP, Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 or later (max. 500 MB) must be installed.
Installation may take some time, depending on computer performance.
Macintosh
Operating System Mac OS X 10.6
Computer
Processor
RAM 1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies)
Interfaces USB
Free Hard Disk Space
Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher
Windows 7 SP1 Windows Vista SP2 Windows XP SP3
Computers running one of the above operating systems (preinstalled), with an included USB port and Internet connection
Still images: 1.6 GHz or higher, Movies: Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher
Windows 7 (64 bit): 2 GB or more Windows 7 (32 bit), Windows Vista (64 bit, 32 bit): 1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Windows XP: 512 MB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies)
440 MB or more*
Computers running one of the above operating systems (preinstalled), with an included USB port and Internet connection
Still images: Core Duo 1.83 GHz or higher, Movies: Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher
550 MB or more
Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including
supported OS versions.
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Included Software, Manuals
Installing the Software
Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection.
Insert the CD-ROM in the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
Insert the included CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. On a Macintosh computer, after inserting the disc, double-click the desktop disc icon to open it, and then double-click the icon displayed.
Begin the installation.
Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on­screen instructions to complete the installation process.
When a message is displayed prompting you to connect the camera, connect it to a computer.
With the camera turned off, open the cover ( ). With the smaller plug of the included interface cable (p. 2) in the orientation shown, insert the plug fully into the camera terminal ( ).
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Included Software, Manuals
Insert the larger plug of the interface cable in the computer’s USB port. For details about USB connections on the computer, refer to the computer user manual.
Install the files.
Turn the camera on, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. The software will connect to the Internet to update to the latest version and download new functions. Installation may take some time, depending on computer performance and the Internet connection. Click [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen after installation and remove the CD-ROM when the desktop is displayed. Turn the camera off and disconnect the cable.
When not connected to the Internet, there are the following limitations.
- The screen in step 3 will not be displayed.
- Some functions may not be installed.
- The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed,
so it may take a few minutes until camera images are accessible.
If you have several cameras that were bundled with ImageBrowser EX on the
included CD-ROMs, be sure to use each camera with their included CD-ROM and follow the on-screen installation instructions for each. Doing so will ensure that each camera will receive the correct updates and new functions via the auto update function.
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Included Software, Manuals
Saving Images to a Computer
Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration.
Connect the camera to the computer.
Follow step 3 on p. 27 to connect the camera to a computer.
Turn the camera on to access CameraWindow.
Press the button to turn the camera on. On a Macintosh computer, CameraWindow i s displayed when a connection is established between the camera and computer.
For Windows, follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the link to modify the program.
Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK].
Double click .
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Included Software, Manuals
CameraWindow
Save the images to the computer.
Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. Images are now saved to the Pictures folder on the computer, in separate folders named by date. After images are saved, close CameraWindow, press the button to turn the camera off, and unplug the cable. For instructions on viewing images on a computer, refer to the
In Windows 7, if the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the icon in the
taskbar.
To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images
From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] [Canon Utilities] [CameraWindow] [CameraWindow].
On a Macintosh computer, if CameraWindow is not displayed after step 2, click
the [CameraWindow] icon in the Dock (the bar at the bottom of the desktop).
Although you can save images to a computer simply by connecting your camera
to the computer without using the included software, the following limitations apply.
- It may take a few minutes after you connect the camera to the computer until
camera images are accessible.
- Images shot in vertical orientation may be saved in horizontal orientation.
- Image protection settings may be cleared from images saved to a computer.
- Some problems may occur when saving images or image information,
depending on the operating system version, the software in use, or image file sizes.
- Some functions provided by the included software may not be available, such
as editing movies or returning images to the camera.
.
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