Canon SX210 IS User Manual
Camera User Guide
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ENGLISH
• Make sure you read this guide before using the camera.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Checking the Package Contents
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Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything
is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.
Camera
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
Getting Started
Battery Pack NB-5L
(with Terminal Cover)
STEREO AV CABLE
AVC-DC400ST
DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk
Warranty
CB-2LX/CB-2LXE
Card
Battery Charger
Wrist Strap
WS-DC9
“Canon Customer
Support” Leaflet
Using the PDF Manuals
Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM. After installation, shortcut icons
appear on the desktop. If the software installation fails, you can find the manuals in
the Readme folder on the CD-ROM.
• Camera User Guide (This Guide)
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot
more challenging photos.
• Personal Printing Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer (sold
separately) and print.
• Software Guide
Read when you want to use the included software.
• A memory card is not included.
• Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals.
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Read This First
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Test Shots
Take some initial test shots and play them back 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.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
The images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. Do not
record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior permission
of the copyright holder. 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 there is a
problem with the camera while abroad, please return it 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 customer
support list supplied with your camera.
LCD Monitor
• The LCD monitor is made from reinforced glass, but it may break if
subjected to severe impacts. Please read the Safety Precautions (p. 9)
carefully. In case the glass breaks, exercise adequate caution so as not to
injure yourself on any broken fragments.
• The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. This
is not a malfunction. and has no effect on the recorded image.
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The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against
scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.
Camera Body Temperature
Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the
camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction.
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What Do You Want to Do?
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Shoot
● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings .........................24
● Just take pictures (Easy mode)....................................................29
● Shoot to match special conditions...........................................54-55
Take good people shots
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Portraits
(p. 54)
Shoot various other scenes
J
Landscape
(p. 54)
● Focus on faces...............................................24, 60, 61, 62, 82, 85
● Shoot in places where I cannot use the flash
(turn off the flash)...................................................................29, 64
● Take pictures with me in them too (self-timer).......61, 62, 68, 78, 79
● Insert the date and time into my shots .........................................67
● Take sepia toned or black and white pictures ..............................77
● Add effects and shoot (Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect) ......58, 59
● Change the size of picture I want to take (recording pixels) ........72
● Take pictures continuously...........................................................76
● Change the ISO speed.................................................................74
● Maintain the focus on moving subjects (Servo AF)......................84
● Make dark subjects appear brighter (i-Contrast)..........................93
At night
(p. 54)
Ht
Indoors
(p. 55)
Kids and pets
(p. 54)
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Foliage
(p. 56)
At the beach
(p. 56)
Fireworks
(p. 56)
Against snow
(p. 56)
Low light
(p. 56)
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What Do You Want to Do?
● Look at my pictures ......................................................................27
● Easy Playback (Easy Mode) ........................................................30
● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) .......................30, 113
● Look at my pictures on a TV ..............................................117, 118
● Look at my pictures on a computer ......................................34 – 37
● Quickly search pictures ......................................................110, 111
● Erase pictures ........................................................28, 30, 123, 124
● Protect pictures from accidental erasure............................120, 122
Shoot/View Movies
● Shoot movies .......................................................................31, 102
● View movies.........................................................................33, 106
Print images
● Easily print pictures....................................................................136
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● Save images to a computer ...................................................34, 37
Other
● Turn off sounds ............................................................................48
● Use the camera abroad........................................................15, 148
● Understand what is displayed on the screen. ....................164, 165
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Table of Contents
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Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of
this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you
learn more as you read each chapter.
Checking the Package Contents .......2
Read This First ..................................3
What Do You Want to Do? ................4
Conventions Used in This Guide .......8
Safety Precautions.............................9
1. Getting Started
........................................... 13
Charging the Battery ........................14
Compatible Memory Cards
(Sold Separately) .............................16
Inserting the Battery and
Memory Card ...................................16
Setting the Date and Time ...............19
Setting the Display Language..........21
Formatting Memory Cards ...............22
Pressing the Shutter Button.............23
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)...........24
Viewing Images ...............................27
Erasing Images ................................28
Shooting in Easy mode....................29
Viewing or Erasing in Easy mode ....30
Shooting Movies ..............................31
Viewing Movies................................33
Transferring Images to a Computer for
Viewing ............................................34
Accessories .....................................38
Separately Sold Accessories...........39
2. Learning More
........................................... 41
Components Guide ..........................42
Screen Display.................................44
Indicator ...........................................45
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations ....46
MENU – Basic Operations ...............47
Changing the Sound Settings ..........48
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Changing the Screen Brightness .... 49
Returning the Camera to Default
Settings ........................................... 50
Low Level Memory Card
Formatting ....................................... 51
Power Saving Function (Auto Power
Down).............................................. 52
Clock Functions............................... 52
3.
Shooting in Special Conditions and
Commonly Used Functions........
Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 54
Shooting in Special Scenes ............ 55
Adding Effects and Shooting ........... 58
Detecting a Smile and Shooting...... 60
Using the Wink Self-Timer .............. 61
Using the Face Self-Timer .............. 62
Turning the Flash Off ...................... 64
Zooming in More Closely on
Subjects (Digital Zoom) ................... 65
Inserting the Date and Time............ 67
Using the Self-Timer ....................... 68
4. Choosing Settings
Yourself ............................. 69
Shooting in Program AE.................. 70
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure
Compensation) ................................ 70
Turning the Flash On ...................... 71
Changing the Focus Range
(Macro)............................................ 71
Changing the Recording Pixel
Setting (Image Size)........................ 72
Changing the Compression Ratio
(Image Quality)................................ 72
Changing the ISO Speed ................ 74
Adjusting the White
Balance ........................................... 75
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Continuous Shooting....................... 76
Changing the Tone of
an Image (My Colors) ..................... 77
Shooting Using the Two
Second Self-Timer .......................... 78
Customizing the Self-
Timer............................................... 79
Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 80
Changing the
Composition with the Focus Lock... 80
5. Getting More Out of
Your Camera......................81
Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 82
Magnifying the Focal Point.............. 83
Shooting with the AF Lock .............. 84
Shooting with Servo AF .................. 84
Choosing the Person to Focus On
(Face Select)................................... 85
Changing the Metering Method....... 86
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode .... 87
Shooting with the AE Lock .............. 88
Shooting with the FE Lock .............. 88
Shooting with Slow Synchro ........... 89
Setting the Shutter Speed ............... 90
Setting the Aperture Value.............. 91
Setting the Shutter
Speed and Aperture Value.............. 92
Correcting the
Brightness and Shooting
(i-Contrast) ...................................... 93
Red-Eye Correction ........................ 94
Adjusting the Flash Exposure
Compensation................................. 95
Adjusting the Flash Output.............. 96
Checking for Shut Eyes .................. 96
Changing the Color and Shooting... 97
Shooting Stitch Assist Images ...... 100
6. Using Various Functions for
Shooting Movies .............101
Shooting Movies ........................... 102
Changing the Movie Mode ............ 102
Changing the Image Quality..........103
AE Lock/Exposure Shift................. 104
Other Shooting Functions.............. 105
Playback Functions ....................... 106
Editing ........................................... 107
7.
Using Various Playback and
Editing Functions .............
Quickly Searching Images............. 110
Viewing Images in Filtered
Playback........................................ 111
Viewing Slideshows....................... 113
Checking the Focus....................... 115
Magnifying Images ........................ 116
Changing Image
Transitions..................................... 116
Viewing Images on a TV ............... 117
Viewing Images on a High-Definition
TV.................................................. 118
Displaying Various Images
(Smart Shuffle) .............................. 119
Protecting Images ......................... 120
Erasing All Images ........................123
Organizing Images
by Category (My Category) ...........125
Tagging Images as Favorites ........ 127
Rotating Images ............................ 129
Resizing Images ............................130
Trimming ....................................... 131
Adding Effects with
the My Colors Function .................132
Correcting the
Brightness (i-Contrast) .................. 133
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect....... 134
8. Printing
..........................................135
Printing Images ............................. 136
Printing from the Print List
(DPOF) .......................................... 138
Choosing Images for Printing
(DPOF) .......................................... 140
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Conventions Used in This Guide
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9. Customizing
Camera Settings............. 143
Changing Camera Settings............144
Changing Shooting Function
Settings..........................................149
Changing Playback Function
Settings..........................................154
10.Useful Information
......................................... 155
Using Household Power ................156
Using the Eye-Fi Card ................... 157
Troubleshooting ............................ 159
List of Messages That Appear
on the Screen ................................ 162
Information Displayed on the
Screen........................................... 164
Functions Available in Each
Shooting Mode .............................. 166
Menus ........................................... 168
Handling Precautions .................... 172
Specifications ................................ 173
Index ............................................. 176
Conventions Used in This Guide
• Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and control dial.
• Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets).
• The directional buttons, control dial, and FUNC./SET button are
represented by the following icons.
(Up button)
(FUNC./SET button)
(Right button)
(Left button)
(Down button)
(Control dial)
• : Things you should be careful about.
• : Troubleshooting tips.
• : Hints for getting more out of your camera.
• : Supplemental information.
• (p. xx): Reference pages. “xx” stands for a page number.
• This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings.
• The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are
collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.
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Safety Precautions
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• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated 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
Caution
Caution
Camera
• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
The above could damage your 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.
Memory card: Dangerous if swallowed. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment unless
expressly indicated to do so in this guide.
• To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
• Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the equipment.
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• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
The above could result in fire or electrical shock.
If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the
camera power off and remove the battery.
• Use only recommended power sources.
Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock.
Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
Denotes the possibility of injury.
Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
Warning
Battery and Battery Charger
• Use only recommended batteries.
• Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
Do not let the battery come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids.
•
• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery.
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• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts.
The above may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.
If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera
distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
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•
Unplug the power cord periodically and 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 charger
terminals or plug.
The above could result in fire or electrical shock.
Other Warnings
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 a music CD player. Additionally, playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio
CD player (music player) could damage the speakers.
•
Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when
hanging it by the strap.
• Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could damage the camera or lead to injury.
• Avoid using, placing or storing the camera 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 also cause deformation of the casing.
• The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for
prolonged periods.
• 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.
Caution
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Caution
• Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or 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 camera 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.
• Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after recharging 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.
• 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 batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.
• Do not place the battery near pets.
Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in fire or
injuries.
• Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
• When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the screen.
• Do not attach accessories to the strap.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
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Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in
A mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The
latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in
Easy Mode, how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images
to a computer.
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
• Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your
wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera.
• Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by
the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash.
Strap
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Charging the Battery
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Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery
as it is not charged at the time of purchase.
Remove the cover.
Insert the battery.
∆ Align the o marks on the battery and
charger, then insert the battery by sliding it
in and down .
Charge the battery.
∆ For CB-2LX: Flip out the plug and plug
the charger into a power outlet .
CB-2LX
CB-2LXE
∆ For CB-2LXE: Plug the power cord into
the charger, then plug the other end into a
power outlet.
The charge lamp lights red and charging
starts.
The charge lamp will light green when
charging has finished. Charging takes
approx. 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Remove the battery.
∆Unplug the battery charger from the power
outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it
in and up .
To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than
24 hours continuously.
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Charging the Battery
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Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Number of Shots
Playback Time (Hours)
• The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products
Association (CIPA) measurement standard.
• Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may be less
than mentioned above.
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Battery Charge Indicator
An icon or message will appear on the screen indicating the battery’s charge state.
Display Summary
Sufficient charge.
Slightly depleted, but sufficient.
(Blinking red) Nearly depleted. Charge the battery.
“Change the battery pack.” Depleted. Recharge the battery.
Using the battery and charger effectively
• Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used.
Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used.
Attach the cover to a charged battery
so that the o mark is visible.
• How to store the battery for long periods:
Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Attach the terminal cover and
store the battery. Storing a battery for long periods of time (about a year) without
depleting it may shorten its life span or affect its performance.
• The battery charger can also be used when abroad.
The charger can be used in regions that have 100 – 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power.
If the plug does not fit the outlet, use a commercially available plug adapter. Do
not use electrical transformers for foreign travel as they will cause damage.
• The battery may develop a bulge.
This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem.
However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the
camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
• If the battery is quickly depleted even after charging,
it has reached the end of its life span. Purchase a new battery.
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Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
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• SD memory cards (2 GB and less)
• SDHC memory cards (more than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)*
• SDXC memory cards (more than 32 GB)
• MultiMediaCards
• MMCplus memory cards
• HC MMCplus memory cards
• Eye-Fi Cards
*
This memory card complies with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate
properly depending on the brand of card used.
Depending on your computer’s OS version, SDXC memory cards may not
be recognized when using a commercially available card reader. Check to
make sure that your OS supports this function beforehand.
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.
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*
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately).
Check the card’s write-protect tab.
∆ If the memory card has a write-protect tab,
you will not be able to record images if the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
up until you hear a click.
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Terminals Battery Lock
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Label
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Open the cover.
∆ Slide the cover and open it .
Insert the battery.
∆ Press the battery lock in the direction of the
arrow, then insert the battery as shown until
it locks into place with a click.
∆ Be sure to insert the battery in the correct
direction or it will not properly lock into
place.
Insert the memory card.
∆ Insert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with a click.
∆ Be sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card in the
wrong direction could damage the camera.
Close the cover.
∆ Close the cover , and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place .
What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen?
SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the
locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not
be able to take or erase images.
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Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
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Removing the Battery and Memory Card
Remove the battery.
∆ Open the cover and press the battery lock
in the direction of the arrow.
The battery will pop up.
Remove the memory card.
∆ Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it.
The memory card will pop up.
Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
Memory Card
Number of Shots
• Values are based on the default settings.
• The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the
subject and the memory card used.
Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a
Shooting mode (p. 24).
4GB 16GB
1058 4334
Number of shots that can be taken
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Setting the Date and Time
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The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned
on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these
settings, be sure to set them.
Turn on the camera.
∆ Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
Set the date and time.
∆ Press the qr buttons to choose an option.
∆ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial
to set a value.
Complete the setting.
∆ Press the m button.
Once the date and time have been set, the
Date/Time screen will close.
∆ Pressing the power button will turn off the
camera.
Reappearing Date/Time screen
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/Time
screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
Daylight saving time settings
If you choose in Step 2 and press the op buttons or turn the  dial to
choose , you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).
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Setting the Date and Time
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Changing the Date and Time
You can change the current date and time settings.
Display the menu.
∆ Press the n button.
Choose [Date/Time] in the 3 tab.
∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3
tab.
∆ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial
to choose [Date/Time], then press the m
button.
Change the date and time.
∆ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 19 to adjust the
Date/Time battery
• The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the
date/time settings to be retained for about three weeks after the battery pack
has been removed.
• By inserting a charged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately,
p. 39) the date/time battery can be charged in about 4 hours even if the camera
is not turned on.
• If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time menu will appear when you turn
the camera on. Follow the steps on p. 19 to set the date and time.
setting.
∆ Pressing the n button will close the
menu.
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Setting the Display Language
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You can change the language that displays on the screen.
Enter Playback mode.
∆ Press the 1 button.
Display the settings screen.
∆ Press and hold the m button, then
immediately press the n button.
Set the display language.
∆ Press the opqr buttons or turn the Â
dial to choose a language, then press the
m button.
Once the display language has been set,
the settings screen will close.
What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed?
The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the m button
and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to
remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
You can also change the display language by pressing the n button,
choosing the 3 tab, and choosing the [Language] menu item.
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Formatting Memory Cards
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Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other
devices, you should format the card with this camera.
Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card.
As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before
formatting the memory card.
Before formatting an Eye-Fi card, be sure to install the software contained on
the card to a computer.
Display the menu.
∆ Press the n button.
Choose [Format].
∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3
tab.
∆ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial
to choose [Format], then press the m
button.
Format the memory card.
∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
choose [OK] and press the m button.
A confirmation screen will appear.
∆ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial
to choose [OK], then press the m button.
The memory card will be formatted.
When formatting ends, [Memory card
formatting complete] will appear on the screen.
∆ Press the m button.
Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file
management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are
completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory
card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as
physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.
The total capacity of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen
may be less than indicated on the memory card.
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Pressing the Shutter Button
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To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button
lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot.
Press halfway (lightly to focus).
∆ Press lightly until the camera beeps twice
and AF frames appear where the camera
focused.
Press fully (all the way to shoot).
The camera plays the shutter sound and
takes the shot.
∆ Since the shot is being taken while the
shutter sound plays, be careful not to move
the camera.
Does the length of the shutter sound change?
• Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you want to take,
the length of the shutter sound may change.
• If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded
image may be blurry.
If you shoot without pressing the shutter button halfway, the image may not
be in focus.
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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
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Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can
let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The
camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness
to optimal levels.
Turn on the camera.
∆ Press the power button.
The start-up screen will appear.
The flash will automatically rise.
∆ You can also raise or lower the flash
manually (the flash turns off when
lowered).
Choose A mode.
∆ Set the mode dial to A.
∆ When you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make a slight
noise as it determines the scene.
The icon for the determined scene will
appear in the upper right of the screen.
The camera will focus on detected faces
and display frames on them.
∆ Black bars will appear on the left and right
sides of the screen. There areas cannot be
recorded when shooting.
Compose the shot.
∆ Moving the zoom lever toward i will
zoom in on your subject, making it appear
larger. Moving the lever toward j will
zoom out from your subject, making it
appear smaller. The zoom bar appears.
∆
If you move the zoom lever all the way to the left
or right the size will change quickly, and if you
move it slightly, the size will change slowly (except
for movies).
Focus Range (Approx.)
Zoom Bar
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Focus.
∆ Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses, it will beep
twice and AF frames will appear where the
camera focused.
Several AF frames will appear when the
camera focuses on more than one point.
AF Frames
Shoot.
∆
Press the shutter button fully.
The camera will play the shutter sound and
shoot. The flash will automatically fire in
low light conditions if it is raised.
The image will appear on the screen for
about two seconds.
∆
You can take a second picture even while
an image is displayed by pressing the
shutter button again.
Scene Icons
The camera displays an icon for the scene it has determined and then automatically
focuses and selects the optimum settings for subject brightness and color.
Background
Subject
People
When
Moving
Non-Human Subject s/
Landscapes
Close Subjects
Icon Background
Color
* Appears when the camera is attached to a tripod.
Bright
Gray Light Blue
Including Blue Skies
Backlit Backlit When Using Tripod
Sunsets
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Orange
Dark Blue
Dark
*
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Under certain conditions, the icon that appears may not match the actual
scene. Especial ly when there is an orange or blue colored background (a
wall for example), [ ] or the “Incl uding Blue Skies” icons may appear and
it may not be possible to shoot with the appropriate color. If thi s happens, try
shooting in
• What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward
a subject?
When faces are detected, a white frame appears on the face of the main
subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will
follow the subjects within a certain range. If the main subject moves, however,
the gray frames will disappear.
• What if a blue frame appears when you press the shutter button halfway?
A blue frame appears when a moving subject is detected; the focus and
exposure will continuously adjust (Servo AF).
• What if the indicator blinks orange and blinks on the screen?
Attach the camera to a tripod so that the camera does not move and blur the image.
• What if the camera does not play any sounds?
Pressing the l button while turning on the camera power will turn off all
sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the n
button, choose the 3 tab, and then choose [Mute]. Press the qr buttons to
choose [Off].
•
What if the indicator blinks orange, and [Raise the flash] appears on the screen?
Try raising the flash manually to shoot. The flash will automatically fire when
shooting.
• What if the image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting?
The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. Move the zoom lever toward j
and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum wide
angle setting and you can shoot within th e effective flash range of approximately 75
cm – 3.5 m (2.5 – 11.5 ft.). Move the zoom lever toward
stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum telephoto setting and you can
shoot within the effective flash range of approximately 1.0 – 2.0 m (3.3 – 6.6 ft.).
•
What if the camera beeps once when the shutter button is pressed halfway?
Your subject may be too close. Move the zoom lever toward j and hold it until
the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum wide angle setting
and you will be able to focus on subjects that are about 5 cm (2.0 in.) or more
away from the end of the lens. Move the zoom lever toward i and hold it until
the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum telephoto setting and
you will be able to focus on subjects that are about 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away
from the end of the lens.
What if...
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mode (p. 70).
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and hold it until the lens
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• What if the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway?
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To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting
in dark areas.
• What if the h icon blinks when you try to shoot?
The flash is charging. You can shoot when recharging ends.
What if two gray lines appear on the screen?
The area between the two gray lines will be recorded in a movie. Movies can be shot simply
by pressing the movie button, no matter what position the mode dial is in (p. 31).
Viewing Images
You can view the images you have taken on the screen.
Enter Playback mode.
∆ Press the 1 button.
The last image you took will appear.
Choose an image.
∆ Pressing q or turning the  dial
counterclockwise will cycle through the
images in the reverse order they were
taken, from the newest image to the oldest.
∆ Pressing r or turning the  dial clockwise
will cycle through images in the order they
were taken, from oldest to newest.
∆ The images change more quickly if you
keep the qr buttons pressed.
∆ The lens will retract after approximately 1
minute elapses.
∆ When the lens is retracted, pressing the 1
button once more will turn off the power.
Switching to Shooting mode
Pressing the shutter button halfway, or turning the mode dial in Playback mode
switches the camera to Shooting mode.
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You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased
images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an
image.
Enter Playback mode.
∆ Press the 1 button.
The last image you took will appear.
Choose an image to erase.
∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
choose an image.
Erasing Images
∆ Press the p button.
[Erase?] appears.
∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
choose [Erase], then press the m button.
The displayed image will be erased.
∆ To exit instead of erasing, press the qr
buttons or turn the  dial to choose
[Cancel], then press the m button.
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Shooting in Easy mode
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In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the
camera is set so that only the buttons, the zoom lever and the movie button
(p. 31) explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect
operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take worry-free pictures.
Enter 9 mode.
∆ Set the mode dial to 9.
Shoot.
∆ Follow Steps 3 – 5 on pages 24 – 25 to
shoot (no sound will play).
∆ If the indicator blinks orange and “Raise
the flash” appears on the screen, try
shooting with the flash. Try raising the
Turning Off the Flash
flash manually to shoot. The flash will
automatically fire when shooting.
Press the r button.
∆ The flash turns off and ! appears.
∆ Pressing r again displays on the
screen, and the flash will automatically fire
in low light conditions.
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Viewing or Erasing in Easy mode
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In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the
camera is set so that only the buttons explained on this page are functional.
This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to
view and erase images without worry.
Viewing Single Images
Choose an image.
∆ Press the 1 button, then press the qr
buttons or turn the  dial to switch
images.
Viewing Slideshows
Start the slideshow.
Press the 1 button, then press the m
button, and all the shots you have taken
will display for about 3 seconds each.
∆ Press the m button again to stop the
slideshow.
Erase the image.
Choose an image to erase.
∆ Press the 1 button, then press the qr
buttons or turn the  dial to display the
image you want to erase.
Erase the image.
∆ Press the p button, then press the qr
buttons or turn the  dial to choose
[Erase] and press the m button.
The chosen image will be erased.
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