ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Troubleshooting Advanced Camera User Guide CDI-E281-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA List of Messages Appendix Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Main Features Shooting z Avoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by using a high ISO speed z Automatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions z Automatically detects camera orientation with an Intelligent Orientation sensor Playback z Plays movies with sound z Plays back automatically using the Auto Play Editing z Records sound memos for still images Printing z Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button z Also supports nonCanon brand PictBridge complia
Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing next to, or below titles indicate the shooting modes in which the procedure can be used. Shooting/ Playback Mode Postcard Mode Shooting Mode • Unavailable shooting modes are shown grayed out. See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 119). z In this guide, the Basic Camera User Guide is referred to as the Basic Guide, and the Advanced Camera User Guide is referred to as the Advanced Guide.
Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Please Read. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting in a My Colors Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Auto Rotate Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating an Image Destination (Folder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 49 52 53 54 56 Playback/Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Battery Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Handling the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately). . . . . .99 Replacing the Date Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Camera Care and Maintenance . . . . .
Handling Precautions 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.
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. 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.
Warnings Equipment z Do not point the camera directly at the sun or bright light sources. Doing so could damage the camera’s CCD or your eyesight. z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. • Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation. • Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.
z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. z Use only recommended power accessories. z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area. z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.
z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. z The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock. z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.
Cautions Equipment z 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. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug. Such conditions could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.
Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. z Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Doing so could result in burns.
Before Using the Camera – Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor 1 Press . z The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode ( ) Playback Mode ( ) Standard (No Information) No Information Detailed (Information View) Standard Off Detailed z The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. z The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Digital Tele-Converter (p. 28) Zoom Magnification (p. 28) Safety Zoom (p. 28) Spot AE Point Frame (p. 44) AF Frame (p. 39) Macro (Basic Guide p. 16) ··· *1 ISO Speed (p. 52) Low Battery (p. 91) Drive Mode (p. 31, Basic Guide p. 17) 3:2 Guide (p. 34) Grid Lines (p. 34) Auto Rotate (p. 53) zRec Movie Recording (p. 35) Shooting Mode Create Folder (p. 54) (Basic Guide pp. 11 – 13) (p. 35) ··· Exposure Compensation (p.
If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon displays, it indicates there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will be selected. Shoot using the following methods. - Raise the ISO speed (p. 52). - Select a setting other than (flash off). - Attach the camera to a tripod or other device. Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard WAVE Format Sound (p. 64) Folder Number-File Number Shooting Date/Time Protection Status (p. 66) Compression (Still Images) (p.
Detailed Histogram (p. 16) Shutter Speed (p. 104) Aperture Value Shooting Mode Recording Pixels/Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 38) Movie Length (Movies) (p. 38) Macro (Basic Guide p. 16) Metering Mode (p. 43) Recording Pixels (Still Image) (p. 26) White Balance (p. 47) My Colors (p. 49) The following information may also be displayed with some images. A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or the file format is not recognized.
Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value if the image is too bright (p. 44).
Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on.
Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. z FUNC. Menu z Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus FUNC. Menu Sets many of the functions commonly used during shooting. a b e c d • This example shows the FUNC. menu in . aSet the shooting mode dial to the shooting mode you want to use. bPress the FUNC./SET button. cUse the or button to select a menu item.
Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. Rec. Menu Set up Menu a e between menus c with the or button when this part is selected. d • This example shows the Rec. menu in mode. • In playback mode, the Play, Print and Set up menus display. a Press the MENU button. b Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. c Use the or button to select a menu item.
Menu List See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 119). FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. Menu Item Special Scene Mode 20 Reference Page Basic Guide p. 12 Movie Mode p. 35 Exposure Compensation p. 44 Long Shutter Mode p. 45 White Balance p. 47 My Colors p. 49 Metering Mode p. 43 Compression (Still Image) p. 26 Frame Rate (Movie) p. 38 Recording Pixels (Still Image) p. 26 Recording Pixels (Movie) p.
Rec. Menu ( ) *Default setting Menu Item AiAF Summary/ Reference Page Options On*/Off p. 39 Digital Zoom p. 28 (Still Image) Standard*/Off/1.5x/1.9x (Movies) Standard*/Off (in standard movie mode) Slow Synchro On/Off* Red-Eye On*/Off Self-timer */ Basic Guide p. 15 / Basic Guide p. 17 Delay: 0 – 10*, 15, 20, 30 sec. Shots: 1 – 10*1 AF-assist Beam On*/Off Review – Off/2*– 10/seconds/Hold Disp. Overlay Basic Guide p. 10 p.
Set up Menu ( ) *Default setting Menu Item Summary/Reference Page On/Off* Volume Off / 1 /2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter sound and playback sound. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds (Basic Guide p. 9). Start-up Vol. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on. Operation Vol.
Menu Item Start-up Image Options Selects whether to display the startup screen when the camera is turned on. On*/Off Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without the camera being operated. Power Saving Auto Power Down Display Off Summary/Reference Page On*/Off p. 17 Date/Time Basic Guide p. 8 Format You can also set a low level format (p. 25). File Numbering Continuous*/Auto Reset Create Folder p. 56 p.
Menu Item Options Reset All Summary/Reference Page p. 24 *1 The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting, select when borderless printing an image shot in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510.
Formatting Memory Cards 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 (Set up) Menu (Format). See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Select [OK] and press . z To perform a low level format, use the button to select [Low Level Format] and the or button to add a check mark.
Shooting Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu *(Compression)/ *(Recording Pixels). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select recording pixel/compression settings and press the FUNC./SET button. Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels Large 3072 × 2304 High Printing to about A3 size (Approx. pixels 297 × 420 mm (11.7 × 16.5 in.)) Medium 1 2592 × 1944 pixels Printing to about A4 size (Approx.
1600 × 1200 When printing to postcards (p. 32) pixels or Postcard Widescreen Printing wide size prints (Images are 3072 × 1728 recorded with 16:9 aspect ratios. Areas pixels not recorded will display as black bars on the LCD monitor.) * Paper sizes vary according to region. Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Superfine Fine Purpose High Shoot higher quality images Quality Shoot normal quality images Shoot more images Normal z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 110).
Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter * Shooting Mode * Can only be set in set. mode. However, [Digital Tele-converter] cannot be You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics Standard 35 – 560 mm Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 16x with digital and optical zoom combined.
1 (Rec.) Menu (Digital Zoom) [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.5x]/[1.9x]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. z When using [Standard] See Shooting With the Digital Zoom (see below). z When using [1.5x] or [1.9x] See Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter (p. 30). Shooting With the Digital Zoom 2 Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. Shooting z The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor.
Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter 2 Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot. z appears on the LCD monitor. z Depending on the number of recording pixels set, image quality may deteriorate ( and the zoom factor appear in blue). About the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used for telephoto shooting).
Continuous Shooting Shooting Mode In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (pp. 109, 110). * Recommended Memory Card: Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p. 25) is conducted immediately before shooting.
z The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. Postcard Mode Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. 1 FUNC. Menu (Postcard). *(Recording Pixels) See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting.
Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when (Postcard mode) is selected. 1 (Rec.) Menu (Date Stamp) [Off]*/[Date]/[Date & Time]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. z LCD monitor display : [Off] : [Date]/[Date & Time] Shooting z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p. 23). z The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been set.
Setting the Display Overlays *1 Shooting Mode *1 Only [Grid Lines] can be set. You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject. 3:2 Guide Helps confirm the print area for a 3:2 print.*2 Areas outside the printable area are grayed out.
Movie Shooting Shooting Mode The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (p. 38). Standard You can select the recording pixels and frame rate and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-512MSH). The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 28).
1 FUNC. Menu * (Standard). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a movie mode and press the FUNC./ SET button. z In mode, you can change the recording pixels and frame rate (p. 38). 2 Shoot. z Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. z Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. z During shooting the recording time and [zRec] appear on the LCD monitor.
Shooting z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 25). The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. z Be careful of the following while recording. - Do not touch the microphone (Basic Guide p. 1). - Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard). 1 FUNC. Menu * (Frame Rate)/ *(Recording Pixels). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a frame rate/recording pixels and press the FUNC./SET button. Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second.
z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 110). z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 109). Selecting an AF Frame * Shooting Mode *Cannot be set in mode. The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. The camera automatically selects between 9 AF frames to focus on according to the shooting conditions. Off The camera focuses using the center AF frame.
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) * Shooting Mode *Cannot be used in mode. It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.
Shooting with the AF Lock *Can be operated in and modes. 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. 3 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame. z The 4 icon will appear on the LCD monitor. Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. Shooting To Release the AF Lock Press the button.
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Shooting Mode You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. You must set the flash to the flash fires. . The AE lock cannot be set if 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. 3 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting. z The 4 icon will display.
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) Shooting Mode You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. 1 2 3 Turn on the LCD monitor. 4 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. Press the button and select Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting. icon will display. Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully.
Metering Methods Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject. Center Weighted Average Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center.
To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Follow Step 2 to restore the compensation value to [0]. In mode, the exposure shift can be set/canceled (p. 37). Shooting in Long Shutter Mode Shooting Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. 1 * (Exposure Compensation) See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. 2 Use the speed or . Shooting FUNC. Menu .
z This setting is reset once the camera is turned off. z The nature of CCDs is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality images. A certain amount of processing time, however, may be required before the next image can be shot. z Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness.
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the (Auto) setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Auto). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a white balance setting and press the FUNC./SET button.
Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color. In particular, take a (Custom) white balance reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto) setting to detect correctly.
z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be set. In particular, the following should not be changed.
1 FUNC. Menu *(My Colors Off). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a My Colors mode. z Mode See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 51). z Modes other than Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot. 2 50 Shoot.
Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode 1 (Custom Color) . See Menus and Settings (p. 18). 2 Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation] and the or button to adjust it. Shooting z The altered color will display. Select an item 3 Adjust . z This completes the setting. If you press the MENU button at this point, you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode.
Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. 1 Press the ISO button to cycle through ISO settings. z You can advance to the next option each time you press the button: */ / / / / / . * Default setting. z When in shooting mode, only or can be selected. z and are not available in long shutter mode (p. 45).
Setting the Auto Rotate Function Shooting Mode Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. 1 (Set up) Menu [Off]. (Auto Rotate) [On]*/ See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting.
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create Auto Create a new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and time. 1 (Set up) Menu (Create Folder). See Menus and Settings (p. 19).
Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 2 Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option . z displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created. Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder will automatically be created when you record more than that number even if you are not creating new folders.
Resetting the File Number Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. 1 (Set up) Menu (File Numbering) [Continuous]*/[Auto Reset]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image.
File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder.
Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 19). Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . z will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. z Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Approximate Location of the Displayed Area 2 Use the , , or around the image. button to move z If you press the FUNC./SET button while in magnified display, the camera switches to image advance mode and will display.
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward z Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. z Use the , , or button to change the image selection. . Selected Image Movie Switching between Sets of Nine Images Jump Bar Playback/Erasing The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images. z Use the or button to move to the previous or next set of nine images.
Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. 1 Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time. Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Movie Jumps to a movie. Folder Jumps to the first image of each folder. In single image playback mode, press the button. z The camera will switch to jump search mode.
Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display a movie and press . z Images with a movies. icon are Movie Control Panel Volume Level (Adjust it with the button) Select (Play) and press . z The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. z When playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel.
Operating the Movie Control Panel Ends playback and returns to single image playback Prints (An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details.) Play Slow Motion Playback (You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback.) Displays the first frame Previous Frame (Rewinds if the FUNC./SET button is held down.) Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the FUNC./SET button is held down.
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 1 90° (Play) Menu 270° . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Use the or button to select an image to rotate and press to rotate it. z Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. z This also can be set in the index playback mode. Playback/Erasing 2 z Movies cannot be rotated.
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Use the or button to select an image to which to attach a sound memo and press . z The sound memo control panel will display. 3 Select (Record) and press z The elapsed time and the remaining time display. z Pressing the FUNC.
Sound Memo Panel Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./ SET button. z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Automated Playback (Auto Play) 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Playback/Erasing Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds.
2 Press . z During automated playback, the following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding: Press the or button (hold down the button to switch between images more rapidly) - Stopping the Auto Play: Press the MENU button Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Use the or button to select an image to protect and press .
Viewing Images on a TV Set You can play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable. 1 2 Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. z Slip your fingernail under the lower end of the camera’s terminal cover, lift it open and plug the interface cable in all the way. Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. VIDEO AUDIO Yellow Playback/Erasing 3 Black 4 5 Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode.
z When the camera is set to shooting mode, you can take pictures while displaying images on the television. z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 23). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly.
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF.
2 Use the printing. or button to select images for z Selection methods differ for the Number of Print Copies Print Type settings (p. 72). - Standard ( )/Both ( ) Select an image, press the FUNC./ SET button and use the or button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). ) - Index ( Select an image and press the FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it. Index Print Selection z You can also select images in the index playback mode.
All the Images on a Memory Card 1 (Print) Menu [Select All Images] . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). z One copy of every image will be set to print. z Selecting [Clear All Selections] cancels all print settings. z When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light in blue. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC./SET button is pressed, printing will begin. 2 Select [OK] and press .
Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for printing. The following settings can be selected. *Default setting Print Type Standard* Prints one image per page. Index Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format. Both Prints the images in both the standard and index formats. Date (On/Off*) 1 Adds the date to the print. File No. (On/Off*) Adds the file number to the print.
z The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - Index (Date) and (File No.) cannot be set to [On] at the same time. - Standard or Both (Date) and (File No.) can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information may vary between printers. z Images dated using (Postcard Date Imprint mode) (p. 33) are always printed with the date, regardless of the (Date) setting.
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera. 1 (Play) Menu .
3 Use the or button to select an image to transfer and press . z Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. z You can also select images in the index playback mode. Transfer Selection All the Images on a Memory Card 2 Select [Mark all] and press . z Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. Select [OK] and press . z Images are transferred in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected.
Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (Basic Guide p. 9). Memory card slot/battery cover is open. z Confirm that the memory card slot/ battery cover is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 5). Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. z Reload the batteries in the correct direction (Basic Guide p. 5). Batteries are not the right z Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 91).
When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. z When recording to, erasing from or formatting the memory card, slide the write protect tab upward (p. 93). The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium coin battery charge is low. z Replace the lithium date battery (p. 101). LCD monitor Nothing displays. The LCD monitor is set not to display. z Press the DISP. button to turn on the LCD monitor (p. 12).
A bar of light (red, purple) appears on the LCD Sometimes appears when z This is a normal occurrence in shooting a bright subject, devices containing CCDs and does such as the sun or other not constitute a malfunction. This bar of light will not be recorded light source. when shooting still images, but it will be recorded when shooting movies. appears. A slow shutter speed has z Raise the ISO speed (p. 52).
Shooting Shooting z Press the shutter button halfway, or press / button to switch to the shooting mode (Basic Guide p. 7). Flash is charging. z When the flash is charged, the indicator will light orange. Shooting is now possible (Basic Guide p. 4). Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card (Basic Guide p. 5). z If required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 25).
Image is blurred or out of focus. The camera moves when z Confirm the procedures in the shutter button is “ appears” (p. 78). pressed. AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. z In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AFassist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it (p. 21). Take care not to obstruct the AFassist Beam with your hand when used. Subject is out of focal range.
The subject is z Set the exposure compensation to overexposed because the a negative (–) setting (p. 44). surroundings are too z Use the AE lock or spot metering dark. function (pp. 42, 44). Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. z Change the shooting angle. Flash is set to on. z Set the flash to (Flash off) (Basic Guide p. 14). Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds or may increase image noise.
Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. z Shoot with (Red-Eye) set to [On] (Basic Guide p. 15). For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. z Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.
Shooting Movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly. z Although the recording time may not display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the memory card.
Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. z Computer images that cannot be played back may play back if they are added to the camera using the supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF). File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. z Set the file name or location on the file format/structure of the camera.
Reading images from memory card is slow. Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 25). Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Batteries are not the right z Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 91). Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures. z If shooting in a cold location, warm the batteries such as by placing them in your pocket before using them. Battery terminals are dirty.
TV monitor output Image is distorted or not showing on TV monitor. Incorrect video system setting. z Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for your TV (p. 23). Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print. 86 The camera and printer are not properly connected. z Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not turned on. z Turn on the printer power. The print connection method is not correct.
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded to the memory card, or the playback mode is starting up. No memory card You turned on the camera without a memory card installed, or with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation (Basic Guide p. 5). Card locked! The SD memory card or SDHC memory card is write-protected.
Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up menu, set (File Numbering) to [Auto Reset]; alternatively, save all the images you wish to retain onto a computer, then reformat the memory card. Please note that formatting will erase all the existing images and other data.
Cannot magnify! You attempted to magnify an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer, or a movie. Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer or a movie. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sound memo cannot be played back.
Lens error, restart camera An error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automatically turned off. This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or you operate it in a location with excessive dust or sand in the air. Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected an error.
Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. Battery charge is low. If using the camera for an extended period, replace the batteries as soon as possible. Change the batteries Batteries are depleted and the camera can no longer operate. Replace the batteries immediately. Battery Handling Precautions Appendix z This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AAsize NiMH batteries (sold separately).
z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used reduced. z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual. Under these conditions, restore the battery performance by warming it in a pocket immediately before use.
Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the card). Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible Cautions When Handling Appendix z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.
Formatting z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries.
z The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH Battery NB-3AH and NB2AH. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of battery. z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time. z Do not attempt to recharge fully charged batteries, as doing so may reduce or impair battery performance. Also, do not charge batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours.
z If you store batteries for a long period of time (about 1 year), it is recommended that you deplete the batteries in the camera and to then store them at room temperature (0 to 30 °C/32 to 90 °F) in low humidity. Storing them in a fully charged condition can shorten their lifespan or degrade their performance. Again, if you do not use batteries for more than 1 year, fully charge them once a year and fully deplete in the camera before storing them.
Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 2 98 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet. Open the terminal cover and attach the cord to the DC IN terminal.
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation.
z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF] when you finish using the flash. z Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows with your fingers while the flash is in use. z The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity. z The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or when there are no reflective items.
Replacing the Date Battery If the LCD monitor displays the Date/Time menu when you turn on the camera, this means that the date battery has run down and the clock has stopped running. Please purchase a replacement battery (lithium coin battery CR1220) and install it as follows. The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased. Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach of children.
5 Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up. 6 Replace the battery holder and close the memory card slot/battery cover. 7 When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (Basic Guide p. 8). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery. If you ever dispose of your camera, first remove the date battery for recycling according to the recycling system of your country.
Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A550 Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 7.4 million) Lens : 5.8 (W) – 23.2 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 35 (W) – 140 (T) mm) f/2.6 (W) – f/5.5 (T) Digital Zoom : Still images/Movies: Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx.
Exposure Compensation : ±2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO Speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) : Auto*, High ISO Auto**, ISO 80/100/200/ 400/800 White Balance : Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H or Custom Built-in Flash : Auto*, on*, off * Camera automatically sets the optimal speed according to subject brightness. ** Camera automatically sets the optimal speed according to subject brightness.
Data Type (Still images) : Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or reverse through magnified images possible), Jump (it is possible to jump to every tenth or hundredth image, to the first image of each shooting date, to the first image in each folder, or to movies. In index playback mode, it displays 9 images at once.), Auto Play, Sound memos (up to 1 min.) or Movie (slow motion play back possible).
Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor On (Based LCD Monitor on the CIPA Off standard) Playback Time AA-size Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) Approx. 140 images Approx. 1000 images Approx. 9 hours AA-size NiMH Batteries (NB-3AH (fully charged)) Approx. 550 images Approx. 1400 images Approx. 11 hours z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded.
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression 16MB 4 (Large) 3072 × 2304 pixels (Medium 1) 2592 × 1944 pixels (Medium 2) 2048 × 1536 pixels (Medium 3) 1600 × 1200 pixels (Small) 640 × 480 pixels (Postcard) 1600 × 1200 pixels • SDC-512MSH 40 156 7 64 251 16 134 520 5 49 190 10 87 339 21 173 671 9 76 295 16 136 529 33 269 1041 14 121 471 26 217 839 50 411 1590 56 460 1777 88 711 2747 138 1118 4317 26 2
Movie : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Frame Rate 16MB 640 × 480 pixels Standard 320 × 240 pixels Fast Frame 320 × 240 Rate pixels Compact 160 × 120 pixels * Maximum clip length at : 1 min and maximum continuous recording time. SDC-128M SDC512MSH 7 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 4 min. 9 sec. 15 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 8 min. 14 sec. 22 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. 43 sec. 5 min. 55 sec. 22 min. 53 sec. 11 sec. 1 min. 32 sec. 5 min. 59 sec. 1 min. 47 sec. 14 min. 29 sec.
Recording Pixels Frame Rate File size 1920 KB/sec. 640 × 480 pixels 960 KB/sec. Standard 660 KB/sec. 320 × 240 pixels 330 KB/sec. Fast Frame Rate 320 × 240 pixels 1320 KB/sec. Compact 160 × 120 pixels 120 KB/sec. MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 1.4 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.1 in.
NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Type AA-size rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Diameter × Length 14.5 × 50.0 mm (0.57 × 2.0 in.) Weight Approx. 30 g (1.06 oz.
INDEX Numerics 3:2 Guide ..........................13, 34 A AC Adapter Kit ACK800 .........98 AE Lock ..................................42 AF Frame ..........................13, 39 AF Lock ..................................41 AF-assist Beam ................21, 80 AiAF ........................................39 Auto Play ................................65 Auto Power Down ...................23 Auto Rotate .............................53 B Battery Battery Capacity ...............108 Capacity ................
G Grid Lines ........................ 13, 34 H HF-DC1 .................................. 99 High-Power Flash .................. 99 Histogram ............................... 16 I Image Data Sizes (Estimated) .............................................. 110 Image zone .................. Basic 11 Index Playback ...................... 59 Indicators ................... Basic 3, 4 Indoor ........................... Basic 12 Interface Cable ...... Basic 22, 27 ISO Speed .............................
Portrait ..........................Basic 11 Power Button ..............Basic 3, 9 Power Saving Function ...........17 Print Menu ..............................21 Print/Share Button ....Basic 3, 22 Printing ...................69, Basic 22 Protect ....................................66 R Rec. Menu ..............................21 Rechargeable Batteries ..........95 Rechargeable Battery ...........112 Recording Pixels .........13, 26, 38 Red-Eye Reduction ......Basic 15 Reset All .............................
MEMO 116
FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1230) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Disclaimer • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode. Functions Ref.
Functions Single Continuous – p. 31 – c c c c 2-sec. self-timer c c c c c Custom Timer c c c – c c c – z z c – {(9) –(10) – c c – z z c c –(10) –(10) – c c(4) – z(4) z c c –(10) –(10) – – – c z z(8) – – –(10) c – c c c z z c c(2) c(11) c c Evaluative z z z z z Center Weighted Avg.
(1) The recording pixels and frame rates for the (Movie) mode (p. 38). (2) This cannot be set in Long Shutter mode. (3) Auto is the default setting in default setting in , • You cannot use flash in (4) This cannot be set in , , , ) and ( and modes. ( ) modes. Off is the mode. mode. (5) Slow Synchro will be fixed to [On] in the (6) Slow Synchro will be fixed to [On] in the (7) This cannot be set in , or modes. [Off] cannot be selected. mode.
