Page 2 - Main Features; Shooting; Uses of Recorded Images
Main Features Shooting Automatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions (Special Scene mode) Automatically detects camera orientation with an Intelligent Orientation sensor Reduces image blur with the IS ModeAvoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by ...
Page 3 - Conventions Used in this Guide; Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.; Continuous Shooting
1 Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing below titles indicate the modes in which the procedure can be used. 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 . This mark denotes issues that ...
Page 4 - Table of Contents
2 Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Preventing Malfunc...
Page 7 - Handling Precautions; Test Shots; Please Read
5 Handling Precautions Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly.Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not l...
Page 8 - Camera Body Temperature; Safety Precautions
6 Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 94) . Language Setting Please see the Basic Guide (p. 4) to change the language setting. Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions describ...
Page 9 - Warnings; Equipment
7 Warnings Equipment Do not look directly at the sun or at other intense light sources through the viewfinder that could damage your eyesight. 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. • ...
Page 10 - Battery
8 Battery Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat.The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water.Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery.Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts that could damage the casin...
Page 11 - Others; Cautions
9 Others Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such...
Page 13 - Preventing Malfunctions; Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields; Stop using the camera immediately.
11 Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems When ...
Page 14 - Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide; Front View
12 Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide Front View Wrist Strap Mount Microphone (p. 82) Viewfinder Window (p. 21) AF-assist Beam (p. 27) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp ( Basic Guide p. 9) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 41) Flash ( Basic Guide p. 9) Lens * When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not t...
Page 15 - Back View
13 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — T h e Com p o n e n ts Guid e Back View LCD Monitor (p. 15) Viewfinder (p. 21) DIGITAL Terminal ( Basic Guide p. 19) A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 94) Terminal Cover ( Basic Guide p. 19) Tripod SocketDC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 115) Memory Card Slot/Ba...
Page 16 - Operation Panel; MENU
14 Operation Panel SpeakerIndicators (p. 22) Power LampPower Button ( Basic Guide p. 5) Zoom Lever ( p. 73 , Basic Guide p. 9) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) Shutter Button ( Basic Guide p. 5) Mode Dial ( Basic Guide pp. 5, 6) (Print/Share) Button ( Basic Guide pp. ...
Page 17 - Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations; Using the LCD Monitor
15 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off.The LCD monitor does not shut off in the , , , or mode. The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in...
Page 18 - Using the Clock; Method 1
16 Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting Method 1 Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. Method 2 In a shooting mode, hold the FUNC./SET button down. If you hold the camera horizontall...
Page 19 - LCD Monitor Brightness Settings; DISP; Night Display; LCD Monitor Brightness
17 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s LCD Monitor Brightness Settings The brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways. Changing Settings Using the Set up Menu (p. 29) Changing Settings Using the DISP. Button (Quick-bright LCD Function)You can set the LCD...
Page 20 - Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor
18 Shooting Infor mation (Shooting mode) * Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard display. Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Exposure Compensation (p. 54) Long Shutter Mode (p. 55) White Balance (p. 57) Compression (Still Images) (p. 33) Recording Pixels (pp. 33 , 46) Low Battery ...
Page 21 - Standard
19 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s 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.- Set IS mode to a setting other than [Off] (p. 35)...
Page 22 - Detailed
20 Detailed The following information may also be displayed with some images. Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or the file format is not recognized. JPEG image not conforming to Design rule for Cam...
Page 23 - Histogram Function; Using the Viewfinder
21 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 15) while shooting. 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 g...
Page 24 - Upper Indicator; Lower Indicator; Indicators; Power Saving Function
22 The camera indicators light or flash under the following circumstances. Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Image recording/reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning) Lower ...
Page 25 - Setting the Home/World Time Zones; Setting the World Clock; Use the or button to
23 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings. Set...
Page 26 - Switching to the Destination Time Zone; Use the or button to select a destina-
24 Switching to the Destination Time Zone If you change the date and time when the World option is selected, the Home date and time will also change automatically. 5 Use the or button to select a destina- tion time zone . As in Step 3, you can set the day- light saving option. 6 Use the or button to...
Page 27 - Menus and Settings
25 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. FUNC. MenuRec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC. Menu This me...
Page 28 - Menus
26 Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. Press the MENU button.Use the or button to switch between menus. You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. Use the or button to select menu items. Some ...
Page 29 - Menu List
27 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s FUNC. Menu Rec. Menu Menu List Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Manual Mode p. 36 My Colors p. 60 Special Scene Mode p. 36 Metering Mode p. 53 Movie Mode p. 43 Compression (Still Image) p. 33 Exposure Compensation p. 54 Frame Rate (Movie) p. 46 L...
Page 32 - My Camera Menu
30 *1 You can change the printer connection method. There is usually no need to change the settings, but select when you print an image recorded in the (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP710/CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even w...
Page 33 - Resetting Settings to Their Default Values
31 Befo re Usin g th e Cam e ra — B as ic Oper a tio n s Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer.The following cannot be reset.- Shooting mode- The [Time Zone], [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the (Set up) menu (p. 29 , 30) - White ba...
Page 34 - Low Level Format; Formatting Memory Cards
32 You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with so...
Page 35 - Approximate Values for Recording Pixels; Changing the Recording Pixels and Com-
33 S h ooting Shooting Approximate Values for Recording Pixels * Paper sizes vary according to region. Changing the Recording Pixels and Com- pression (Still Images) Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu * (Recording Pixels)/ * (Compression). See Menus and Settings (p. 25) . * Default setting. Use the or butto...
Page 36 - Approximate Values for Compression Settings
34 Approximate Values for Compression Settings See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p . 124) . See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 123) . Compression Purpose Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images Fine Shoot normal quality images Normal Normal Shoot more images
Page 37 - How to Use the IS Mode
35 S h ooting By using the IS mode, you can reduce image blur when magnifying a distant subject or shooting in low-light situations. How to Use the IS Mode Shooting Mode Continuous You can check the effect of the IS mode on image blur on the LCD monitor since the IS mode runs continually. This makes...
Page 38 - Shooting in a Special Scene Mode; Shooting in Manual Mode; Change the settings as required and shoot.
36 You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. You can adjust settings yourself, such as the exposure, white balance and ISO speed, when shooting in this mode. Shooting in a Special Scene Mode Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu * (Portrait). See Menus and Settings (p. ...
Page 39 - Magnified Close-Up Shooting; Choose the angle of view with the zoom
37 S h ooting You can shoot a subject 2 – 60 cm (0.79 in. – 2.0 ft.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 7.5 x 5.5 mm (0.30 x 0.22 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0 times). Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro) Shooting Mod...
Page 40 - Using the Digital Zoom; Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.
38 You can shoot zoomed images using the combined digital and optical zooms. Stills: zoom up to approximately 16 timesMovies (Standard): zoom up to approximately 16 times Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed. Using the Digital Zoom Shooting Mode The digital zoom cannot be used wh...
Page 41 - *Recommended Memory Card; To Cancel Continuous Shooting; Press the to display .
39 S h ooting 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 (p. 123) . *Recommended Memory Card Super high s...
Page 42 - Postcard Date Imprint Mode; Embedding the Date in the Image Data; LCD Monitor Display
40 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. For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide . Postcard Date Imprint Mode Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu * (Re...
Page 43 - To Cancel the Self-Timer; Using the Self-Timer
41 S h ooting You can set a 10 sec. ( ) or 2 sec. ( ) delay, or a custom delay time and the number of shots ( Custom Timer), for shooting after the shutter button is pressed. To Cancel the Self-Timer Press the button to display . You can change the self-timer sound (p. 96) . Ensure that the camera’s...
Page 44 - Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots (
42 Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( ). You can change the delay time (0–10, 15, 20, 30 sec.) and number of shots (1–10). These settings, however, cannot be set for the Color Accent, Color Swap, Stitch Assist or movie mode. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Self-timer] . See Menus and Settings (p. 26) . 2 ...
Page 45 - Movie Shooting
43 S h ooting The following movie modes are available. Movie Shooting Shooting Mode 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 whi...
Page 48 - Recording Pixels and Frame Rates
46 Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap). 1 FUNC. Menu * (Recording Pixels)/ * (Frame Rate). See Menus and Settings (p. 25) . *Default setting. Use the or button to select ...
Page 49 - Shooting Panoramic Images; Shoot the first image in
47 S h ooting Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu *(Manual) / (Stitch Assist). See Menus and Settings (p. 25) . *Default setting. Yo...
Page 51 - Switching between Focusing Modes
49 S h ooting You can select between the following two focusing modes according to the AiAF setting. The focus is locked to the center AF frame when the digital zoom is used.The AF frame appears as follows (when the LCD monitor is on) when the shutter button is pressed halfway.- Green: Shooting prep...
Page 54 - To Release the FE Lock; Locking the Flash Exposure Setting
52 AE lock can also be set and released in mode (p. 45) . You can use the FE lock when using the flash. You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. To Release the FE Lock Press the button. Locking the Flash Exposure S...
Page 55 - Metering Methods; Switching between Metering Modes
53 S h ooting Metering Methods Switching between Metering Modes Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu * (Evaluative). See Menus and Settings (p. 25) . *Default setting. Use the or button to select the metering mode and press the FUNC./SET button. Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, includi...
Page 56 - To Cancel the Exposure Compensation; Adjusting the Exposure Compensation
54 Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Restore the compensation value to [0]. In mode, the exposure shift c...
Page 57 - Shooting in Long Shutter Mode; Use the or button to select the shutter
55 S h ooting You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Shooting in Long Shutter Mode Shooting Mode 1 (Rec.) Menu [Long Shutter] [On]. See Menus and Settings (p. 26) . 2 FUNC. Menu * (Exposure Compensation) . See Menus and Settings (p. 25) . *Default sett...
Page 59 - White Balance Settings
57 S h ooting Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. White Balance Settings Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode 1 FUNC...
Page 60 - Using the Custom White Balance
58 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 part...
Page 62 - My Colors Settings; Shooting in a My Colors Mode
60 You can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. My Colors Settings * The skin colors of non-human subjects may also be altered.* You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin color. Shooting in a My Colors Mode Shooting Mode My Colors Off Records normally with this sett...
Page 63 - In; When not in; Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode; Use
61 S h ooting 1 FUNC. Menu * (My Colors Off). See Menus and Settings (p. 25) . *Default setting. Use the or button to select a My Colors mode. In See Setting the Camera to a Cus- tom Color Mode (p. 61) . When not in Press the FUNC./SET button to return to the shooting screen. 2 Shoot. Setting the Ca...
Page 66 - Shooting in the Color Swap Mode
64 The default color accent is green.You may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash.The specified color accent is retained even if the camera's power is turned off. Shooting in the Color Swap Mode 1 Stills: FUNC. Menu *(Por trait) (Color Swap).Movies: FUNC. Menu * (Standard) (Color Swa...
Page 69 - Adjusting the ISO Speed
67 S h ooting 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. Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode 1 Press the button and switch settings. Cycle through the / / / / /...
Page 70 - Setting the Auto Rotate Function
68 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. When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Ori...
Page 72 - Select a day for the [Auto; Resetting the File Number
70 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. The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. 2 Select a day f...
Page 73 - File Number Reset Function; File and Folder Numbers
71 S h ooting File Number Reset Function *When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with recorded data is used, the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image is compared with the last one on the card, and the larger of the two is utilized as the basis for new images. File and Fo...
Page 75 - To Cancel the Magnified Display; Magnifying Images; Press the zoom lever toward .
73 Playb a ck/E ra si n g Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 11). To Cancel the Magnified Display Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . will display and a magnifi...
Page 76 - To Return to Single Image Playback; Viewing Images in Sets of Nine; Switching between Sets of Nine Images
74 To Return to Single Image Playback Press the zoom lever toward . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward . Up to nine images can be viewed at once. Use the , , or button to change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will di...
Page 77 - Jumping to Images; In single image playback mode, press the
75 Playb a ck/E ra si n g 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. To Return to Single Image Playback Press the MENU button. Jumping to Images Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a t...
Page 78 - Operating the Movie Control Panel; Viewing Movies
76 Operating the Movie Control Panel Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 94) . The sound cannot be played in slow motion playback. Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display a movie and press . Images with a icon a...
Page 79 - ra; Editing Movies; Use the or button to select (Cut
77 Playb a ck/E ra si n g You can delete portions of recorded movies. Editing Movies Protected movies and movies 1 second or less in duration cannot be edited. 1 Select (Edit) in the movie control panel and press . The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display. 2 Use the or button t...
Page 81 - Rotating Images in the Display
79 Playb a ck/E ra si n g Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Rotating Images in the Display 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 26) . 2 Use the or button to select an image to rotate and press to rotate it. Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each pr...
Page 82 - Playback with Transition Effects
80 You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. The transition effect will not display when an image is switched while the camera is reading an image from the memory card. Playback with Transition Effects Standard display. The displayed image darkens and the next ima...
Page 83 - Adding Effects with the My Colors Function
81 Playb a ck/E ra si n g You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p.60 . Adding Effects with the My Colors Function Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone Sepia Vivid Blue...
Page 84 - Press; Attaching Sound Memos to Images
82 The My Colors function will not work if there is insufficient space on the memory card.Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved.Color in images taken usin...
Page 85 - Sound Memo Panel
83 Playb a ck/E ra si n g Sound Memo Panel 2 Use the or button to select an image to attach a sound memo to and press . The sound memo panel will display. 3 Select (Record) and press . The elapsed time and the remaining time display. Pressing the FUNC./SET button pauses the recording. Pressing it ag...
Page 86 - or –
84 Automated Playback of Memory Card Images. *Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 89) . Automated Playback (Slide Shows) All Images Plays all images on a memory card in order. Date Plays images bearing a specified date in order. Folder Plays...
Page 87 - Transition Effects
85 Playb a ck/E ra si n g Transition Effects You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another. In single image playback mode (when displaying a still image), you can start a slide show from the current image displayed by holding the FUNC./SET button while you press the...
Page 89 - Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings; Play Time
87 Playb a ck/E ra si n g Selecting All Images1 After selecting – in step 1 (p. 86) , use the button to select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Use the button to select [Mark all], press the FUNC./SET button. 3 Use the button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./SET button. To deselect all...
Page 90 - Protecting Images; Erasing All Images
88 You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the card (p. 32) . Protecting Images 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 26) . 2 Use the or button to select an i...
Page 91 - Print Settings/Transfer Settings; Single Images; Setting the DPOF Print Settings; The; Set the mode dial to
89 Prin t Sett in g s /T ra n sfe r Se tti n g s Print Settings/Transfer 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 ...
Page 93 - Setting the Print Style
91 Prin t Sett in g s /T ra n sfe r Se tti n g s Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the image(s) to print. The following print settings can be selected. The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows.- Index [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set...
Page 94 - Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings
92 Embedded dates in (Postcard Date Imprint mode) (p. 40) print out even when [Date] is set to [Off]. Do not set the date in the DPOF print settings when printing images that have had the date embedded with the [Date Stamp] function. This may cause the date to be printed twice.Dates print in the sty...
Page 95 - All the Images on a Memor y Card
93 Prin t Sett in g s /T ra n sfe r Se tti n g s All the Images on a Memor y Card Images are transferred in order according to the file number.A maximum of 998 images can be selected. 3 Use the or button to select an image to transfer and press . Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the set...
Page 96 - Viewing Images on a TV set
94 Viewing Images on a TV set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable. The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 30) . The default set...
Page 97 - Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings); Changing My Camera Settings; Select the contents you
95 C us tom izin g t he C am era (M y C am era S ettin gs ) Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to sui...
Page 98 - Registering My Camera Settings; Select
96 Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults. Use ...
Page 99 - Select an image or record a sound.; and Shutter Sounds
97 C us tom izin g t he C am era (M y C am era S ettin gs ) See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information on creating and adding to the My Camera data. 3 Select an image or record a sound. Start-up Image Use the or button to select the image you wish to register and press the FUNC./SE...
Page 100 - Troubleshooting; Camera; Camera will not operate.; Sounds come from the camera interior.; When the power is turned on
98 Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. Press the power button ( Basic Guide p. 5). Memory card slot/battery cover is open. Confirm that the memory card slot/ battery cover is securely closed ( Basic Guide p. 2). Insufficient battery voltage ("Change the batter...
Page 101 - tin; LCD monitor
99 Trouble s h o o tin g LCD monitor The display darkens. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction. (This image will not be recorded when shooting still images, but it wil...
Page 102 - Camera will not record.; Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image
100 Noise displays./Subject's movements are irregular. Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor to make it easier to see when shooting in a dark area (p. 17) . There is no effect on the recorded image. Shooting Camera will not record. Mode dial is set to (playback). Set ...
Page 103 - Image is blurred or out of focus.
101 Trouble s h o o tin g Image is blurred or out of focus. AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it (p. 27) . Tak...
Page 104 - Subject in recorded image is too bright, or; Image contains noise.
102 Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making the flash too strong. Shoot within correct shooting distance of the subject when using the built-in flash (p. 120) . The subject is overexposed because the surroundings are too dark. Set the exposure co...
Page 105 - Continuous shooting slows down.
103 Trouble s h o o tin g Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. Use the (Auto Red-eye Reduction) or (Red-eye Reduction On) mode ( Basic Guide p. 9). For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. ...
Page 106 - Shooting Movies; The recording time may not display properly
104 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. Although the re...
Page 107 - Playback; Movies cannot be edited.; Movies do not play back cor rectly.
105 Trouble s h o o tin g Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. Computer images that cannot be played back will play back if they are added to the camera using the supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrows...
Page 108 - Reading images from memor y card is slow.; Battery/Battery Charger; Battery consumed quickly.; Battery will not charge.; TV monitor output; Image not showing on TV monitor.
106 Reading images from memor y card is slow. Memory card was formatted in another device. Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 32) . Battery/Battery Charger Battery consumed quickly. Battery life exceeded if battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). Replace the...
Page 109 - Printing on Direct Print Compatible
107 Trouble s h o o tin g Printing on Direct Print Compatible Printers Cannot print. Camera and printer not properly connected. Attach the camera to the printer securely with the supplied cable. Printer power is off. Turn on the printer. Incorrect print connection. In the (Set up) menu, select [Prin...
Page 110 - List of Messages; No memory card
108 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, or read from, memory card. The playback mode is starting u...
Page 113 - ppe; Appendix; Battery Handling; Batter y Charge; Batter y Handling Precautions; Keep the battery terminals clean at all times.; Change the battery pack
111 A ppe ndix Appendix Battery Handling Batter y Charge The following icon and message will display. Batter y Handling Precautions Keep the battery terminals clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and camera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab befor...
Page 114 - Charging the Batter y
112 You may be able to check the charge state depending upon how the terminal cover is attached (Fig. C, D). You are recommended to use it in the camera until it is completely discharged and to store it in an indoor location with low relative humidity and between the temperatures of 0 – 30 °C (32 – ...
Page 115 - Handling the Memory Card; SD Memor y Card Write Protect Tab
113 A ppe ndix Handling the Memory Card SD Memor y Card Write Protect Tab Cautions When Handling Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.Do not allow dirt,...
Page 116 - For matting
114 For matting Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images.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 malf...
Page 117 - Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)
115 A ppe ndix It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Connect...
Page 118 - Using an Externally Mounted Flash
116 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 alon...
Page 119 - Batteries; Charge becomes Severely Limited
117 A ppe ndix Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed.To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel.A tripod can be used even when the...
Page 120 - Camera Care and Maintenance
118 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. Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust an...
Page 121 - Specifications
119 A ppe ndix All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. DIGITAL IXUS 800 IS Specifications (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 6.0 million Image Sensor 1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 6.2 million) Le...
Page 124 - Test Conditions
122 *1 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 ex...
Page 125 - Memor y Cards and Estimated Capacities
123 A ppe ndix Memor y Cards and Estimated Capacities : Card included with the camera • Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 39) (*Only available when card has been formatted with a low level format). • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary accor...
Page 127 - SD Memor y Card
125 A ppe ndix SD Memor y Card MultiMediaCard Batter y Pack NB-5L Batter y Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.) Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 ...
Page 128 - Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10
126 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz)16 VA (100 V) – 26 VA (240 V) Rated Output 4.3 V DC, 1.5 A Operating Temperatures 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions 42.6 x 104.4 x 31.4 mm (1.7 x 4.1 x 1.2 in.) Weight...
Page 129 - INDEX
127 INDEX A AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 ... 115 AE Lock .................................. 51 AF Frame ......................... 18 , 49 AF Lock .................................. 50 AF-assist Beam ...................... 27 AiAF........................................ 49 Auto Play (Slide Show).............
Page 132 - Trademark Acknowledgments; Disclaimer
130 Trademark Acknowledgments • Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. • Microsoft ® and Windows ® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countri...
Page 135 - ENGLISH
Camera User Guide Advanced A d van ce d C am er a U ser G u id e Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Viewing Images on a TV set Customizing the Camera Troubleshooting List of Messages This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. Appendix ENGLISH...