Canon PowerShot G1X Getting Started Guide

Getting Started

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Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information.

• Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera.

• Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly.

• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.

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Package Contents

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Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer.

Camera

Interface Cable

IFC-400PCU

(This Guide)

• A memory card is not included (see below).

Battery Pack NB-10L (with terminal cover)

Neck Strap

NS-DC9

DIGITAL CAMERA

Solution Disk

Battery Charger

CB-2LC/CB-2LCE

Lens Cap

(with cord)

Warranty CardGetting Started

About Getting Started (This Guide) and the PDF Manuals

This guide introduces basic camera operations. To master more advanced operations and use the included software, refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM (p. 27).

• Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals.

Compatible Memory Cards

The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity.

• SD memory cards*

• SDHC memory cards*

* Conforms to SD specifications. However, not all memory cards have been verified to

work with the camera.

• SDXC memory cards*

• Eye-Fi cards

Preliminary Notes and Legal Information

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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.

• The camera warranty is valid only in the area of purchase. In case of

camera problems while abroad, return to the area of purchase before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• 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.

Part Names and Conventions in This

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Guide

Front dial Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Strap mount Shutter button Power button/lamp

• In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera

buttons and dials on which they appear or which they resemble.

• The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons.

z Front dial on front

o Up button on back

q Left button on back

7 Control dial on back

m FUNC./SET button on back

r Right button on back

p Down button on back

• On-screen text is indicated in brackets.

• : 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.

Mode dial Exposure compensation dial Hot shoe

(Pop up flash) switch Flash Speaker Ring release button DC coupler cable port Memory card/battery cover Tripod socket

Part Names and Conventions in This Guide

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(Shortcut) / c (Direct print) button

+ (AE lock/FE lock) / d (Jump) button

(AF Frame Selector) /

a (Single image erase) button Screen (LCD monitor) Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder Microphone Indicator 1 (Playback) button Movie button AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal

Remote terminal

terminal

HDMI n button

(Metering) button

ISO speed / Up button e (Macro) / f (Manual focus) / Left button Control dial FUNC./SET button

h (Flash) / Right button l (Display) / Down button

z Turning the control dial is one way to choose

setting items, switch images, and perform other operations. Most of these operations are also possible with the opqr buttons.

• 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.

Still Images

Movies

: Indicates that the function is used when shooting or

viewing still images.

: Indicates that the function is used when shooting or

viewing movies.

Contents

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Package Contents .............................2

Compatible Memory Cards ................2

Preliminary Notes and Legal

Information.......................................3

Part Names and Conventions in This

Guide ...............................................4

Contents ............................................6

Safety Precautions ............................ 6

Initial Preparations ............................ 9

Trying the Camera Out.................... 17

Included Software, PDF Manuals.... 22

Accessories ..................................... 28

Specifications .................................. 30

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.

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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.

• Do not look through the viewfinder at bright light sources (such as the sun on a

clear day).

This could damage your eyesight.

Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.

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• 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.

• 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.

Denotes the possibility of injury.

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.

• 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.

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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.

• In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash.

This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.

• 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 the battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators.

Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.

• Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging 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.

• Do not place the battery near pets.

Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in fire or damage.

• When putting the camera in your bag, close the screen to face inward to ensure

that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen.

• Do not attach any hard objects to the camera.

Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.

Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.

Initial Preparations

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Prepare for shooting as follows.

Attaching Accessories

z Attach the included strap to the camera as

z On the other side of the camera, attach the

z Remove the lens cap from the lens and

z Always remove the lens cap before turning

z Keep the lens cap on the lens when the

Attach the strap.

shown.

strap the same way.

Attach the lens cap to the strap.

attach the lens cap cord to the strap.

the camera on. Try attaching the lens cap to the neck strap when the cap is not in use.

camera is not in use.

Holding the Camera

z Place the strap around your neck. z When shooting, keep your arms close to your

body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on it.

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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.

z After aligning the o marks on the battery and

charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ).

Charge the battery.

z For CB-2LC: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug

the charger into a power outlet ( ).

CB-2LC

CB-2LCE

For CB-2LCE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet.

X The charging lamp turns orange and

charging begins.

X When the charging is finished, the lamp turns

green.

Remove the battery.

z After unplugging the battery charger, remove

the battery by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ).

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• 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. 30).

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 (see Camera User Guide).

Check the card’s write-protect tab.

z 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.

z Slide the switch ( ) and open the cover

().

Terminals Battery Lock

Insert the battery.

z 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.

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