Canon S2IS User Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide

Camera User Guide

Please read the Read This First section (p. 6).

Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.

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 Guide Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.

This product is designed to achieve excellent performance 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 repairs arising 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 become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period.

About the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder

The LCD monitor and viewfinder are produced 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 or appear as red 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. 139).

About This Guide

Conventions Used in the Text

Icons appearing below titles indicate the modes that support that operation. In the example below, the mode dial can be used in the following shooting modes.

• (Auto) • (Manual) • (Special Scene)

• (Movie) • (Landscape) • (My Colors)

Mode Dial

: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation.

: This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic

operating procedures.

In this guide an SD memory card (Secure Digital, a copyright protection system) is referred to as an SD card.

Table of Contents

Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.

Read This First

Chapter 1 Preparing the Camera

Components Guide.................................................................................................12

Operation Panel......................................................................................................14

Installing the Batteries.............................................................................................16

Installing the Memory Card.....................................................................................18

Turning the Power On/Off.......................................................................................23

Setting the Date and Time......................................................................................24

Setting the Language..............................................................................................25

Using the Viewfinder and the LCD Monitor.............................................................27

Chapter 2 Shooting-The Basics

Auto Mode.....................................................................................................33

Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting..............................................................36

Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ..........................................................38

Using the Built-in Flash ......................................................................................40

Chapter 3 Playback-The Basics

Displaying Images Individually................................................................................43

Magnifying Images..................................................................................................43

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) ..................................................44

JUMP The display jumps nine images at a time.....................................................45

JUMP Jumping to Images.......................................................................................46

Chapter 4 Erasing

Erasing Single Images .......................................................................................47

Erasing All Images..................................................................................................48

Chapter 5 Useful Shooting Functions

Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone).........................................................................49

Portrait Landscape Night Scen e

Shooting in a Special Scene Mode .................................................................50

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist).....................................................52

Shooting Movies from the Still Image Shooting Mode ................................. ................. 55

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)............................................................................56

Moving Even Closer (Super Macro Shooting) ........................................................57

Using the Self-timer ......................................................................................... 59

Using the Digital Zoom ........................................................................................... 61

Continuous Shooting .......................................................................................62

Shooting a Movie.............................................................................................63

Viewing/Editing Movies...........................................................................................69

Chapter 6 Shooting-Advanced Functions

Selecting Menus and Settings................................................................................ 73

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values.............................................................81

Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button......................................................82

Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone).....................................................................84

Program AE Setting the Shutter Speed Setting the Aperture Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

Selecting an AF Frame.....................................................................................88

Switching between Metering Modes89

Adjusting the Exposure...........................................................................................90

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance).......................................................................91

Changing the ISO Speed........................................................................................ 93

Changing the Photo Effect......................................................................................94

Shooting in a My Colors Mode...........................................................................95

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) ...............................................................100

Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) .................................................................. 102

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)..............................................................103

Locking the Flas h Exposure Setting (FE Lock)

Switching between Built-in Flash Adjustment Settings.........................................105

Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires ....................................................107

Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) ...............................................107

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus ......... .................................................... 109

Switching between Focus Settings....................................................................... 112

Saving Custom Settings .................................................................................. 113

Chapter 7 Playback-Advanced Functions

Rotating Images in the Display............................................................................. 114

Attaching Sound Memos to Images.................................................................115

Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)............................................................116

Automated Playback (Slide Shows) ..................................................................... 118

Protecting Images.................................................................................................121

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Chapter 8 Camera Settings

Setting the Power Saving Function.......................................................................123

Setting the Auto Rotate Function..........................................................................124

Resetting the File Number ....................................................................................125

Customizing the Camera (My Ca mera Settings) ......................................................... 1 27

Chapter 9 Additional Features

Connecting the Camera to a Computer................................................................131

Computer System Requirements...................................................................132

Downloading from a Memory Card ................................................................139

Viewing Images on a TV Set.................................................................................139

About Printing .......................................................................................................141

Setting the DPOF Print Settings ...........................................................................143

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)..........................................146

Chapter 10 Appendix

List of Messages...................................................................................................149

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................151

Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately)........................................................156

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) .........................................159

Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)................................................................160

Replacing the Date Battery

Camera Care and Maintenance............................................................................165

Specifications........................................................................................................166

Photo Tips and Information...................................................................................174

Index .....................................................................................................................177

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ........................................................184

PreparinAppendix

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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. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

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. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use.

Warranty Limitations

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.

For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your camera.

Safety Precautions

Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand 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 following pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to the camera and its batteries, separately sold battery charger, compact power adapter and high-power flash.

About the Memory Card

Store the memory card out of the reach of children and infants. It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.

Warnings

Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that 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 strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.

Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the camera away from children.

Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery.

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 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 i mmediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the batteries and unplug the power cord 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 the equipment immediately if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the batteries 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 or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

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

waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry 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 batteries 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 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.

Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt

The use of these substances may lead to fire.

that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power 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 are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable, ensure that you hold the solid portion 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 shock or other hazards.

Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat.

Neither should you immerse it in water. Such exposure may damage the battery 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.

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.

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.

Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.

Please use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and charger recommended for use with these batteries. Use of another charger may cause batteries to overheat or deform, posing risk of

fire injury and damage to the surroundings.

Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging and when they are not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. Continuous use over a long period may cause a unit to overheat and distort,

resulting in fire.

The camera terminal of the separately sold compact power adapter 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.

Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter, tele- converter, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they come loose, they may fall

from the lens adapter, posing risk of injury from shattered glass.

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). Such items may lose data or stop working.

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 battery charger to charge the batteries.

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 strap.

Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result 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 the battery charger is plugged into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. The plug of the battery charger varies according to region.

Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the plug or cable is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet.

Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact 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 for an extended period as your hands may experience a burning sensation.

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 and audio 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 memory card and batteries or compact power adapter 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 batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with batteries installed may cause battery leakage and damage the camera (Do not remove the date battery.)

Read This First

Preparing the Camera

Components Guide

DC IN Terminal  p. 163

Neck Strap Mounts

AF-assist Beam

DIGITAL Terminal  p. 133

Self-timer Lamp p. 59

Tally Lamp p. 64, 77

Red-eye Reduction Lamp  p. 40

Terminal Cover

Memory Card Slot Cover  p. 18

Microphone (R)  p. 115, 116

Flash  p. 40

Battery Cover  p. 16, 1 64

Tripod Socket  p. 159

Microphone (L)  p. 11 5, 11 6

Lens

Ring Release Button  p. 157

The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer.

Computer (p. 132) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately)

Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY CP series), Card Photo Printer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) or Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with the printer).

Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series/SELPHY DS series)

- PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

- Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers: Please refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide.

PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface 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.

Attaching the Neck Strap

Attach the strap as illustrated. Check that the strap does not come loose from the strap mount when pulled. Perform the same steps on the other side of the camera.

Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items when suspending it from the strap.

Attaching the Lens Cap

Fit the lens cap over the lens casing so that it covers the entire lens. Always replace the lens cap after use.

Preparing the Camera

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Attach the lens cap cord to the strap.

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Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera's power.

Operation Panel

MF (Manual Focus) Button  p. 111

Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) p. 33 Playback: (Zoom in)/ (Zoom out)  p. 43

(Self-timer)/

(Continuous) Button

 p. 59, 62

A/V OUT(Audio/Video Out) Terminal  p. 140

 p. 40, 115

LCD Monitor  p. 27

Speaker

Terminal Cover

(Macro) button  p. 56

Shutter button  p. 34

(Flash)/ (Microphone) Button

Diopter Adjustment Dial  p. 28

FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Erase) Button  p. 73, 47

 p. 82, 137

DISP. Button  p. 27

(Metering) /Jump Button

 p. 45, 89

Viewfinder  p. 27, 28

Power/Mode Indicator

OFF Button

Mode Lever  p. 24

Omni Selector

S (Up) T (Down) W (Left) X (Right)

SET/(AF Frame Selector) Button  p. 88

Indicator

MENU Button  p. 74

Movie Button  p. 64

(Shortcut)/

(Print/Share) button

Mode Dial

Use the mode dial to switch between the Shooting modes.

: Auto  p. 33

The camera automatically selects settings.

Image Zone  p. 49 The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type.

: Portrait : Landscape : Night Scene

: Special Scene

: My Colors : Stitch Assist  p. 52 : Movie  p. 63

Creative Zone  p. 84 The user selects exposure, aperture or other settings to achieve special effects.

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: Program AE : Shutter-speed priority AE : Aperture-priority AE : Manual Exposure : Custom

Preparing the Camera

This indicator lights or blinks during the following operations.

Power/Mode Indicator

Orange: Shooting mode Green: Playback mode/Printer connection Yellow: Computer connection

Indicators

Blinking Red: Recording to memory card/Reading memory card/ Erasing from memory card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection)

The following operations are accessible through one easy press of the

(Print/Share) button.

Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (supplied with the camera)

Downloading images: See p. 131 of this guide and the Software Starter Guide (supplied with the camera)

The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection.

Blue: Ready to print/Ready to transfer images

Blinking blue: Printing/Transferring

Installing the Batteries

Install the batteries to get ready for shooting. Please use four AA-size alkaline batteries or separately sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries.

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The use of the separately sold Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 is recommended to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 163).

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The separately sold battery charger kit lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 160).

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Battery Performance (p. 169)

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For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the System Map (separate from this guide).

1 Be sure that the camera power is

off

(p. 23)

. Slide the battery cover

Battery cover lock

lock in the direction of the arrow and open the cover.

2 Insert the batteries as shown.

Battery orientation can be checked against the diagram in battery compartment.

3 Close the battery cover.

Proper Battery Handling

Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) (p. 160)

Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ according to brand, the operating time of the batteries you purchase may not be as long as the batteries that came with the camera.

Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkaline batteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries. If you are using the camera in cold areas or for a long time, we recommend using Canon's AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (a four-piece set).

While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.

Never mix new batteries together with batteries that have been used in other devices. The partially used batteries may leak.

Be careful to load the batteries with their positive (+) and negative (-) ends in the right direction.

Never mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. All four batteries should be identical.

Before inserting the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. Oil from one's skin or other dirt may cause a considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or reduce usage time.

Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (especially with alkaline batteries). If you are using the camera in cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they should, you may be able to restore performance by placing batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use. But be careful that you don't put the batteries into a pocket together with a metal key chain or other metallic objects, as these objects may cause batteries to short-circuit.

If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place. Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use.

Warning

Never use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk that such batteries may leak, overheat, or burst. Always check the seals on store-bought batteries before loading them, as some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use batteries with defective seals.

Never use batteries that look like this.

Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off.

Preparing the Camera

The positive electrode (plus terminal) is flat.

The negative terminal is correctly formed (protruding from the metal base), but the seal does not extend up over the edge of the metal base.

Battery Status Indications

The following icons or messages indicate the battery status on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

Batteries are beginning to run low. Replace or recharge the batteries if you wish to continue using the camera.

Change the batteries.

The batteries are discharged and the came ra can no longer operate. Replace the batteries immediately.

Installing the Memory Card

Write-Protect Tab

The memory 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 or formatting the memory card, slide the tab upward.

Write-Protect Tab

Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible

Ensure that the memory 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 memory card with the following procedures.

1 Slide the memory card slot cover

in the direction of the arrow, and open it.

2 Insert the memory card.

z Push as indicated on the back of the

memory card slot cover until it clicks into place.

z Do not touch or allow metal objects to

contact the terminals on the back of the memory card.

3 Close the memory card slot cover.

Front

Preparing the Camera

To Remove the Memory Card

Push in the memory card until you hear it click, then release it.

z When the indicator blinks red, the camera is writing, reading,

erasing or transmitting an image to or from the card. During this time, do not do any of the following, it could corrupt the image or audio data.

- Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks.

- Turn the camera's power off, or open the memory card slot cover.

z Please note that memory cards formatted with other

manufacturers' cameras or a computer, or formatted or edited with application programs, may slow down writing to the memory card or may not operate correctly in the camera.

z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been

formatted in your camera (p. 20). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.

Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) (p. 170)

Formatting a Memory Card

You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.

Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.

1 Turn the power on.  p. 23

2 Press the MENU button and use

the X button on the omni selector to select the [ (Setup)] menu.

The [ (Setup)] menu appears.

3 Use the S or T button on the omni selector to select

[Format], then press the SET button.

4 Use the W or X button on the

omni selector to select [OK], then press the SET button.

The indicator blinks red and formatting starts. Wait until the indicator goes off.

z Normal formatting begins. z To perform a low level format, use the S or

T button to select [Low Level Format] and the W or X button to add a check mark.

z To cancel instead of formatting, select

[Cancel] and press the SET/ button.

z If [Low Level Format] is selected, you can

stop formatting partway by pressing the SET/ button. You can still use the memory card without problem even if formatting was halted partway.

z The capacity of the memory card displayed

after formatting will be less than the rated capacity of the memory card. This is not a malfunction of the memory card or camera.

Appears when only audio data (p. 117) is present.

Indicator

5 Press the MENU button.

When is displayed, only audio data remains. Confirm carefully before erasing.

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Low Level Format You should select the Low Level Format option if you suspect the read/ write speed of a Memory card has dropped or if you wish to completely erase its data. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards.

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If the camera does not work properly, the inserted memory card may be malfunctioning. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem.

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When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.

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Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera. When that happens, reformat the SD card with this camera. If formatting in the camera does not work properly, turn the camera off and re-insert the memory card. Then turn the camera back on and format again.

Preparing the Camera

Memory Card Handling Precautions

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Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.

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Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.

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Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card. Do not touch the terminals with your hands or metal objects.

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Do not peel away the original label on the SD card or cover it with another label or sticker.

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When writing on the memory card, use a soft point pen (e.g. felt-tip pen). Using a sharp point pen (e.g. ball-point pen) or pencil may damage the SD card or corrupt the recorded data.

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Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity or card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended.

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Moving a memory card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid condensation, place the memory card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature.

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If condensation forms on the memory card, store it at room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.

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Do not use or store memory cards in the following locations.

- Locations subject to dust or sand

- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

Precaution for Multi Media Cards

This camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may use multi media cards with this camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the use of multi media cards.

Turning the Power On/Off

The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. The power/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as follows. Orange: Shooting mode Green: Playback mode/Printer connection mode* Yellow: Computer connection mode* Off: The power of the camera is off.

* For printer connection mode, see the Direct Print User Guide. For computer

connection mode, see the Software Starter Guide.

1 Turn the mode lever to

(Shooting) or (Playback) while pressing the release button.

The power/mode indicator lights orange or green.

release button

2 Press the OFF button to turn the

power off.

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You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-up image when you turn on the power (p. 127). However, when starting with the viewfinder display, the start-up image is not displayed and there is no start-up sound.

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"Card locked!" appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder when power is turned on, writing to the memory card is not possible (p. 18).

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The start-up image does not appear when the viewfinder display is on in Shooting mode (p. 27) or the A/V OUT terminal is connected to a TV.

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Be careful not to touch the lens when shooting. Please also refrain from forcing the lens with fingers or other objects. It could lead to malfunctions or damage the camera. If the camera is not operating correctly, turn the camera off and back on.

Preparing the Camera

Turning on the camera without the start-up sound and image

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Press and hold the button, then turn on the power. You can also turn the power on with the LCD monitor closed.

Switching Between Shooting and Playback

You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Playback mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or deleting an image immediately after it is shot.

Shooting Mode Playback Mode

Turn the mode lever to (Playback) while pressing the release button (p. 23).

The camera switches to Playback mode, but the lens does not retract (the lens will retract if you turn the mode lever to (Playback) once more).

Shooting Mode Playback Mode

Remove the lens cap and press the shutter button halfway. Or turn the mode lever to (Rec.) while pressing the release button (p. 23).

Setting the Date and Time

When you turn on the camera the first time, and when the lithium coin- type battery charge is low, the [Date/Time] menu appears.

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Setting the date and time settings does not cause the date/time stamp to appear on images. For printing images with the date on them, refer to the Direct Print User Guide or Software Starter Guide.

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Replacing the Date Battery (p. 164)

1 Turn the camera on

then use the [ (Setup)] menu.

The [ (Setup)] menu appears.

button on the omni selector to select the

(p. 23)

, press the MENU button, and

2 Use the S or T button on the omni selector to select

[Date/Time], then press the SET button.

3 Sets the date and time and the

date format.

z Use the W or X button on the omni

selector to select the item you wish to set and set its value using the S or T button on the omni selector.

z The date can be set up to the year 2037.

4 Check that the date and time display correctly, press the

SET button and press the MENU button.

Setting the Language

1 Turn the camera on (p. 23), press the MENU button, and

then use the X button on the omni selector to select the [ (Setup)] menu.

z The [ (Setup)] menu appears.

Preparing the Camera

z In Playback mode, you can change the language by holding the SET

button while you press the JUMP button. This operation cannot be performed during movie playback, in the jump search mode (p. 46) or while connected to a separately sold printer.

2 Use the S or T button on the

omni selector to select [Language], then press the SET button.

3 Use the S, T, W or X button on

the omni selector to select a language, then press the SET button.

4 Press the MENU button.

Using the Viewfinder and the LCD Monitor

Pressing the DISP. button switches the display mode. Also, closing the LCD monitor causes the viewfinder to display.

Shooting Mode

: Press the DISP. button.

Preparing the Camera

LCD Monitor

Display

(No Information)

(p. 29)

when the LCD monitor is open when the LCD monitor is closed

(Information View)

LCD Monitor

Display

(p. 29)

Viewfinder

Display

(No Information)

(p. 29)

Viewfinder

Display

(Information View)

(p. 29)

Playback Mode

No Information

Single Image Playback Index playback

(p. 30)

Standard Display

(p. 30)

Detailed Display

Histogram (p. 32)

Using the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor can be opened to the following range of positions.

Opened from left to right 180 degrees. Tilted forward 180 degrees toward the lens or backward 90 degrees.

When the LCD monitor is opened left 180 degrees and tilted 180 degrees toward the lens, the displayed image is automatically flipped and reversed (the Reverse Display function) so that it appears correctly from in front of the lens (p. 77).

(p. 30)

Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body until it clicks into place.

If it is not fully closed, the image will appear reversed.

Always keep the LCD monitor closed to protect it when the camera is not in use.

Using the Viewfinder

If the surroundings are too bright (for example, when you are shooting outdoors) and images on the LCD monitor are not clear, use the viewfinder for shooting. Adjust the viewfinder focus (p. 27) with the diopter adjustment dial (p. 14) so the displayed information appears clearly.

Night Display

When shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject*, making it easier to frame the subject. * Noise will appear, and the movements of the subject will appear irregular in

the LCD monitor. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual image recorded will be different (this function cannot be disabled).

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