Canon PowerShot S110 User Guide
Camera User Guide
Flowchart and Reference Guide
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
• Please start by reading the Precaution on the reverse
side of this cover.
• Please see the user’ s guide for the printer for
operating instructions for Card Photo Printer CP-10.
ENGLISH
Precautions
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. With more than 99.99% of the pixels
operating to specifications, less than 0.01% of the pixels may
occasionally misfire or appear as black, red or green dots. This has no
effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
Notice: Please ensure that you read and follow the handling and
safety precautions on pages 5 to 9 of this guide before
attempting to use the camera.
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. 82).
Language Setting
Please see page 83 to change the language setting.
Charging the Date/Time Battery
• The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that
maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This battery
recharges when the main battery pack is inserted into the
camera. When you first purchase the camera, place a charged
battery pack in it or use the AC adapter kit (sold separately) for
at least 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge
even when the camera power is set to Off.
• If the Set 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.
Table of Contents
Read This First ...................................................................................5
Quick Start .......................................................................................10
Preparing the Camera
Guide to Components .......................................................12
Front View ...................................................................12
Back View .................................................................... 13
Operation Panel............................................................14
Charging the Battery Pack ................................................15
Installing the Battery Pack ................................................17
Using a Household Power Source ..................................... 19
Installing a CF Card ...........................................................20
Setting the Date and Time................................................22
Attaching the Wrist Strap .................................................23
Basic Functions
Turning the Power On/Off ................................................ 24
Switching between the Shooting/Replay Modes ............25
Using the Viewfinder ........................................................26
Using the LCD Monitor .....................................................27
Shooting Mode ............................................................ 27
Replay Mode ................................................................28
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor.....................28
Shooting Mode ............................................................ 28
Replay Mode (Standard Display) ....................................29
Replay Mode (Detailed Display) ..................................... 29
LCD Monitor Menus/Switching between Display Modes.30
Shooting ......................................................................30
Replaying ..................................................................... 30
Pressing the Shutter Button..............................................32
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Shooting
Replaying
Reviewing an Image Immediately after Recording It ...... 33
Changing the Default Review Setting ............................34
Adjusting the Zoom (Angle of View) ...............................35
Telephoto/Wide Angle ................................................. 35
Digital Zoom ................................................................35
Selecting a Shooting Mode...............................................36
Changing Resolution/Compression Settings.....................37
Using the Flash ..............................................................39
Shooting
Shooting Continuously ................................................42
Using the Self-Timer .....................................................43
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ............................44
Setting the White Balance ................................................45
Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode ......................................... 46
Shooting a Movie ..............................................................49
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode.................... 51
Displaying Images Singly (Single Image Replay) .............. 52
Displaying Images in Sets of Nine (Index Replay)....... 54
Replaying a Movie.............................................................56
Rotating Images in the Display......................................... 57
Automating Playback (Auto Play) ....................................58
Protecting Images .............................................................60
Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots ...........................41
Framing a Subject .........................................................46
Shooting ......................................................................47
Zooming an Image...................................................53
Switching between Sets of Nine Images ........................55
Erasing Images
Erasing Images Singly........................................................61
Erasing All Images .............................................................62
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Print Settings (DPOF Settings)
Displaying the Print Settings Menu ..................................63
Setting the Print Style ....................................................... 64
Selecting Images for Printing............................................65
Resetting Print Settings.....................................................68
Printing with Card Photo Printer CP-10
Connecting Card Photo Printer CP-10 ..............................69
Printing ..............................................................................70
Printing the Displayed Image......................................... 70
Printing with DPOF Print Settings...................................72
Setting the Print Style ....................................................... 75
Camera Settings
Displaying the Rec. Menu ................................................. 77
Resetting the File Number ................................................78
Setting the Beep On/Off ................................................... 79
Formatting CF Cards..........................................................80
Changing Other Settings ..................................................81
Switching the Auto Power Down Function On/Off .........81
Setting the Video Signal Format ....................................82
Setting the Language....................................................83
Shooting/Replaying with a TV Monitor
Shooting/Replaying with a TV Monitor............................84
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Downloading Images to a Computer
Downloading Directly from a CF Card..............................85
Inserting the CF Card.................................................... 85
Downloading Images ....................................................86
Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable 87
Connecting to a USB Port ............................................. 88
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Appendices
Care and Maintenance of the Camera ............................. 90
Troubleshooting ................................................................91
List of Messages.................................................................95
Specifications.....................................................................98
Index ................................................................................101
Canon Customer Support Help Desk ..............................104
Read This First
Please Read
Test Shots
Before you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we str ongly
recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that you are
operating the camera correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its
subsidiaries and affiliates, and distributors of its digital cameras ar e not
liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of
the Canon digital camera or CompactFlash™ card (CF card) resulting in
the failure of an image to be recor ded 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 must be used in a manner that respects international and 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 recorded 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.
Safety Precautions
• Before using the camera, please ensure that you have r ead and
understood 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, battery charger and optional compact power adapter.
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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 wrist strap around the
child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
• 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 which 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 in the event that it emits
smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical
shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off and remove the camera
battery or unplug the power cord from the electrical 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 and remove the camera
battery or unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Please
consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support
Help Desk.
Read This First
• 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 waterpr oofed. If the exterior comes
into contact with liquids or salt air , wipe it dr y 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 electrical 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.
• 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. Replace a broken or damaged
power adapter cord.
• 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 battery case to transport or store the battery pack.
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• 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.
• Use only the recommended battery charger to charge the Battery Pack
NB-1L rechargeable batteries. Use of chargers not expressly recommended may result in overheating, distortion, fire or electrical shock.
• Disconnect the battery charger or the compact power adapter from
both the camera and electrical outlet after recharging and when the
camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards.
• The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the 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.
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 wrist 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.
Read This First
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 power cord (if connected) from the camera and wait until
the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.
Extended Storage
When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the
battery pack and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera
for extended periods with a battery pack installed will run down the
battery pack and may damage the camera. Please note, however, that
the date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default
settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three
weeks. Follow the instructions in this guide to reset the desired settings.
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Quick Start
Charge Indicator
Battery Lock
Lock for the CF
Card Slot Cover
Charge the Battery Pack (➜ p. 15)
Place the battery pack in the battery
charger and plug the charger into
the electrical outlet. The charge
indicator will glow orange while the
battery pack is charging and change
to green when it is fully charged.
• Please note that the battery
charger shape varies between
regions.
Install the Battery Pack (➜ p. 17)
Slide the battery cover to open it
and press the battery lock while
inserting the battery pack all the
way in.
Install a CF Card (➜ p. 20)
Slide the lock down and open the CF
card slot cover. Insert the CF card.
Turn the Power On (➜ p. 24)
Press and hold the main switch until
the green indicator blinks.
• If the Set Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 22).
Quick Start
Slide the mode switch to
(shooting) (➜ p. 25).
Focus (➜ p. 32)
Aim the camera at the subject and
press the shutter button halfway.
The camera will focus automatically
and beep twice.
Shoot (➜ p. 32)
Press the shutter button down fully.
One beep will sound when the
image has been shot.
View the Image (➜ p. 33)
The image you shoot will appear in
the LCD monitor for approximately
2 seconds. If you keep the shutter
button held down and press the
button, the image will remain
displayed even if you release the
shutter button.
• T o view all of the images that you have shot, please read the
Replaying section (p. 52).
• After you finish using the camera, press the main switch to turn
off the power.
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Preparing the Camera
Guide to Components
Front View
=Optical Viewfinder Window ➜ p. 26
=AF Auxiliary Light Emitter
=Red-Eye Reduction Lamp ➜ p. 39
=Self-Timer Lamp ➜ p. 43
=Flash ➜ p. 39
=Lens
=Microphone ➜ p. 49
=Terminal Cover
=DIGITAL A/V OUT
(Digital/Audio/Video
Out) Terminal
➜ pp. 69, 84, 88
* To connect Card Photo Printer CP-10 (Optional), use the direct interface
cable provided with the printer. To connect a computer, use the USB
interface cable supplied with the camera. Use the supplied AV cable to
connect to a TV.
Back View
Preparing the Camera
=Viewfinder ➜ p. 26
=Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover ➜ p. 20
=CF Card Slot Cover ➜ p. 20
=Strap Eyelet ➜ p. 23
=Battery Cover ➜ p. 17
=DC Coupler Ter minal Cover ➜ p. 19
=LCD Monitor ➜ p. 27
=Tripod Socket
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Preparing the Camera
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Operation Panel
=Indicators
= (Display) Button ➜ p. 27
= (Menu) Button
= (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ (Right) Button ➜ p. 41
= (Continuous)/ (Self-Timer)/ (Left) Button ➜ p. 42
= (Flash)/ (Set) Button ➜ p. 39
=Main Switch ➜ p. 24
=Shutter Button ➜ p. 32
=Zoom Lever
Shooting: (Telephoto)/
(Wide Angle) ➜ p. 35
Replay: (Magnify)/
(Index) ➜ pp. 53-55
=Mode Switch ➜ p. 25
Indicators
• The indicators will glow or flash at various stages when the main
switch or shutter button is pressed.
Upper Indicator
Green: Ready to record/Connection preparations
Flashing Green: During camera warm-up/Recording to CF card/
Orange: Ready to record with flash
Flashing Orange:
Lower Indicator
Yellow: Macro mode
complete (in PC mode)
Reading CF card/Deleting CF card images/
Transmitting images to or from a CF card (while
connecting to a computer)
Ready to record but the camera blur warning is flashing
Preparing the Camera
Charging the Battery Pack
Recharge the battery pack with battery charger CB-2LS or CB-2LSE
the first time you use the camera or when the “Change the battery
pack” message is displayed.
Battery charger model names and types vary by region.
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CB-2LS
Charging Indicator
CB-2LSE
Charging Indicator
•Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger and
plug the charger into an electrical outlet.
•The charging indicator will glow orange while the battery pack
is charging. It will change to a steady green when the charge is
complete.
•After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the
battery pack from it.
• Since this is a lithium ion battery pack, you need not completely use
or discharge it before recharging.
• It takes approximately 130 minutes to fully charge the battery pack
from a fully discharged state (based on standard Canon testing
conditions). Please charge it at an ambient temperate ranging
between 5 and 40 ºC (41 and 104 ºF).
• Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature and
the charge state of the battery pack.
• T o protect and prolong the life of the battery pack, do not
charge it for longer than 24 hours at a time.
Preparing the Camera
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Handling Precautions
• Do not rapidly overturn or wave the battery charger around when the
battery pack is in it. There is a danger of the battery pack flying out.
• At low temperatures, the 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 before use. However, ensure that there are no metallic
items in the pocket that could cause the battery pack to short circuit,
such as key holders, etc.
• Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or
cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Heat will
build up and could result in a fire.
• Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack NB-1L in this charger.
• The battery pack continues to discharge a minimal portion of its power
while installed in the camera, even with the camera power off or
inserted into the battery charger. This will shorten battery life. To
conserve the battery pack, store it in its case in a cool, dry place.
Recharge it fully before using it again.
• If the performance of the battery pack diminishes substantially even
when it is fully charged, the battery pack should be replaced.
Preparing the Camera
Installing the Battery Pack
Install Battery Pack NB-1L (supplied) as shown below.
• Please recharge the battery pack ( p. 15) before you use it for
the first time.
• 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, press the
battery lock and pull the battery pack
out.
Battery Lock
• Slide the battery cover closed.
• When the camera’s indicator flashes green, do not turn of f the
power or open the battery cover. The camera is writing, reading,
erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card.
• Remove the battery pack from the camera when the camera is not
in use. Please note, however , that the date, time and other
camera settings may reset to the default settings if the battery
pack has been removed for more than three weeks.
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• Please use a household power source for extended use of the
camera (p. 19).
Preparing the Camera
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Battery Performance
Recordable Images
LCD Monitor On LCD Monitor Off
Battery Pack NB-1L
(fully charged)
• The actual performance may vary from the above data according to the
shooting conditions and the shooting mode.
• Excludes movie data.
• At low operating temperatures, the battery performance may drop and the
low battery icon may appear sooner than at high temperatures. To improve
performance at these temperatures, warm the battery in your pocket just
before using it in the camera.
<Test Conditions>
Shooting: Room temperature (23ºC, 73ºF), alternating between wide angle and
Replay: Room temperature (23ºC, 73ºF), continuous replay at 3 seconds per
telephoto every 20 seconds, flash used one in four shots, power
turned off and on again after every eighth shot
image
Approx. 120 shots Approx. 270 shots Approx. 85 min.
Replay Time
Battery Pack Charge
The following icons and messages will display when the charge of
the battery pack is low.
Battery pack charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible
before it is required for an extended period.
When the LCD monitor is off, this icon will display when you
press the , / or / button.
Change the
battery pack
Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace
the battery pack immediately.
Preparing the Camera
Using a Household Power Source
It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (sold
separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or
connecting it to a computer.
• Turn the camera power of f before connecting or disconnecting
the AC adapter .
• Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter first and
then plug the other end into the
electrical outlet.
Compact Power Adapter
CA-PS500
• Open the battery cover and press the
battery lock in the direction shown
while inserting DC Coupler DR-500.
Insert the DC coupler all the way in
until the battery lock clicks. Slide the
battery cover closed.
Battery
Lock
DC Coupler
DR-500
• Open the DC coupler terminal cover
and attach the cord to the DC
terminal.
• After you have finished using the
camera, unplug the AC adapter from
the electrical outlet.
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• Use of an AC adapter kit other than ACK500 may cause a
malfunction in the camera or kit.
Preparing the Camera
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Installing a CF Card
Turn the camera power off and insert the CF card with the
following procedures.
• Slide the lock down and open the CF
card slot cover.
• Insert the CF card until the slot’s eject
button fully extends. Close the CF
card slot cover.
• To remove the CF card, push the eject
button and pull the CF card out.
CF Card Eject Button
• When the camera’s indicator flashes green, do not turn of f the
power or remove the CF card. The camera is writing, reading,
erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card.
• Please note that CF cards from other manufacturers, or CF cards
which have been edited with application software using other
formats, may not operate correctly in the camera.
Preparing the Camera
Handling Precautions for CF Cards
• CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them,
apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.
• Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause
condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid
condensation, 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, store it at
room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.
• Place the CF card in the supplied case for storage.
• Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of location.
- Location subject to dust or sand
- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures
CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)
FC-8M FC-16M FC-32M FC-64M FC-128M
7153164128
(
1600 x 1200 pixels
(
1024 x 768 pixels
(
640 x 480 pixels
MOVIE (
• These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual
totals may vary according to the subject, shooting conditions and shooting mode.
• The maximum length of a movie clip recording is approximately: 4 seconds
( ), 10 seconds ( ) or 30 seconds ( ). The times shown are the
maximum continuous recording times.
• (Large), (Medium), (Small), , and indicate the recording
resolution.
• (Superfine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate the compression setting.
)
) 24 49 102 205 412
) 50 99 206 415 831
(
640 x 480 pixels
320 x 240 pixels
(
160 x 120 pixels
11 24 49 100 200
24 48 99 200 401
16 32 67 135 271
46 92 189 379 760
35 70 143 288 577
87 172 353 707 1417
)6
sec.13 sec.27 sec.56 sec.
)18
sec.36 sec.75 sec.
)48
sec.97 sec.
198
sec.
152
399
sec.
sec.
113
305
799
sec.
sec.
sec.
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Preparing the Camera
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Setting the Date and Time
• The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera
power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium
battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time.
• Press and hold the main switch until
the green indicator blinks.
• Press the button several times
until the Rec. menu displays (p. 30).
• Use the
the
or button to select
icon.
• Use the
or button to select
the icon.
• The Set Date/Time menu will display.
• Select a field (month, day, year, hour,
minutes and date format) with the
button.
• Use the or button to change
the value in a field.
• The factory default for the date
format in some regions may differ
from that shown.
Preparing the Camera
• After you select the date format, the
date format will take effect when
you press the
button.
• The LCD monitor will return to the
shooting mode.
• Please note that the date and time settings may reset to the
default settings if the camera battery has been removed for
more than three weeks. Reset them when this occurs.
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Thread the small loop of the wrist strap through the strap holder on
the camera and pull the large loop through the small loop until the
small loop fits snugly against the strap holder.
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• Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other
items when dangling it from the wrist strap.
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Basic Functions
Turning the Power On/Off
Press and hold the main switch until the
green indicator blinks.
• The lens will extend when the mode
switch is set to
• The lens will retract approximately 1
minute after the mode switch is set
from .
to
• The LCD monitor will turn on
regardless of its On/Off status when
the mode switch is set to
Press the main switch again to turn off
the power.
• The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera is
turned on. Please set the date and time (p. 22).
• If the auto power down function activates, press the main
switch again to restore power.
Auto Power Down Function
The camera is equipped with an auto power down function (p. 81).
It will power down when the auto power down function is set to On
under the following circumstances.
• Shooting: shuts down approximately 3 minutes after the last action.
• Replaying: shuts down approximately 5 minutes after the last action
(excluding auto replay mode).
• Connected to Card Photo Printer CP-10 (optional): shuts down
approximately 5 minutes after the last action involving the camera or
printer.
• Connected to a computer: (auto power down always active)
a warning message displays on the computer approximately 5 minutes
after the last action and the camera shuts down after an additional 1
minute without action.
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Basic Functions
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Switching between the Shooting/Replay Modes
Shooting
Slide the mode switch to the
position.
Replay
Slide the mode switch to the
position.
• You should also slide the mode switch
to print an image with Card
to
Photo Printer CP-10 (optional) (p. 70).
• You should also slide the mode
switch to
images on the computer (p. 89).
• The (direct print) icon will display in the LCD monitor when
the connection to Card Photo Printer CP-10 (optional) is
complete.
• The LCD monitor will shut off and the indicator will glow green
when the connection to a computer is complete.
to download or view
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Using the Viewfinder
This camera is equipped with an optical viewfinder.
Align the square brackets (autofocus
metering field) inside the viewfinder
on the primary subject to compose
the image.
Viewfinder
About the Autofocus Function
This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology
which uses a broad metering field to calculate the focal distance with
high precision. It delivers a crisp focus even when the photographic
subject is slightly off-center.
Using the Focus Lock
The following types of subject may not be suited to autofocus
photography. Use the focus lock in these situations.
• Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings
• Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition
• Subjects that are moving quickly
• Subjects through glass
Tr y to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce the chances of
light reflecting back off the glass.
How to Use the Focus Lock
1. Aim the camera so that a subject at the same focal distance as the
main subject is centered in the brackets in the optical viewfinder.
2. Press the shutter button halfway and wait until two beeps sound.
3. Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the
shutter button all the way.
Basic Functions
Using the LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor can be used to
compose images while shooting, adjust
settings menus and replay images.
• The image in the LCD monitor will
darken in strong sunlight or bright
light. This does not constitute a
malfunction.
LCD Monitor
Shooting Mode (Mode switch set to )
• Pressing the button turns the
LCD monitor on or off.
• The LCD monitor setting (On or Off) is saved by the camera
when the power is turned off so that the same setting is
automatically available when the power is turned on again.
However , the setting may be lost when the power has been
turned off after the “Change the battery pack” message has
displayed, while the LCD monitor was on in shooting mode.
• In macro mode, the parallax phenomenon may cause images
composed with the viewfinder to be off-center. Use the LCD
monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode (p. 41).
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• Set the flash to On or affix the camera to a tripod when the
upper indicator flashes orange and the camera blur warning
icon ( ) appears in the LCD monitor after the metering
preparations are complete.
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Replay Mode (Mode switch set to )
• The LCD monitor will turn on when the
mode switch is set to the position.
• In replay mode, pressing the
button cycles between display modes.
Single Image Replay ........... Standard ➞ Detailed ➞ No Display
Index Replay (9 Images) ...................... Standard ➞ No Display
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor
Shooting Mode
In shooting mode, information about the current settings and
remaining image capacity will display on the LCD monitor for
approximately six seconds when the actions below are taken,
regardless of whether the LCD monitor is set to On or Off.
While this information is displayed, you may set the flash,
continuous mode, self-timer, macro and infinity settings.
• The power is turned on.
• The
• The camera settings are changed.
• The Rec. menu is closed.
• The shutter button has been pressed and a shot has been taken.
The resolution, but not
compression, shows in
movie mode.
Remaining Image Capacity
(Recordable seconds remaining
for movies)
, , / , or / button is pressed.
(LCD monitor must be on)
* The displayed zoom setting is the combined
Information Displayed
Shooting Mode
Exposure Compensation
White Balance
Compression
Resolution
Flash
Shooting Method
Macro/Infinity
Zoom Setting*
Camera Blur Warning
effect of the optical and digital zooms. It
displays when the digital zoom is activated.
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