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    • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera.
    • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera  properly.
    • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
     
    						
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    Check if the following items are included in your camera package.
    If anything is missing, contact the retailer where you purchased the camera.
    Checking the Package Contents
    Using the Manuals
    Also refer to the manuals on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk.
    •Camera User Guide (This Guide)
    Once you have mastered the basics, use the 
    camera’s many features to shoot more challenging 
    photos.
    • Software Guide
    Read when you want to use the included software.
    •A memory card is not included (p. 16).
    • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Microsoft Word/
    Word Viewer can be installed to view the Word manuals (required only for 
    manuals for the Middle East).
    Battery Pack NB-4L 
    (with Terminal Cover)Camera Battery Charger 
    CB-2LV/CB-2LVE
    Interface Cable 
    IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap 
    WS-DC11
    Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA 
    Solution DiskWarranty System 
    Booklet
     
    						
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    •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.
    • 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.
    • For information on your cameras warranty, please refer to the Canon 
    Warranty System Booklet supplied with your camera.
    For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Warranty System 
    Booklet.
    • 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.
    • The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection 
    against scratches during shipment. If covered, remove the film before 
    using the camera.
    • Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the 
    camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction.
    Read This First
     
    						
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    4Shoot
    zShoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings (Auto mode) ..... 26
    zFocus on faces ................................................................. 26, 62, 92
    zShoot in places where I cannot use  the flash (turn off the flash) .. 52
    zTake pictures with me in them too (self-timer) ........................ 55, 75
    zInsert the date and time into my shots .......................................... 54
    zShoot a movie clip just before taking a picture ............................. 72
    What Do You Want to Do?
    IwPAt the Beach 
    (p. 63) Against Snow 
    (p. 63)
    Portraits 
    (p. 62)
    Take good people shots
    OFoliage 
    (p. 63)
    Shoot various other scenes
    tFireworks  (p. 64)
    VKids and Pets  (p. 62)
    Shoot with special effects
    Facial Expressions  (p. 79)
    Low Light 
    (p. 63)Night Scenes  (p. 63)
    Miniature Effect  (p. 66) Fish-eye Effect 
    (p. 66)
    Vivid Colors (p. 65)
    Poster Effect 
    (p. 65)Monochrome  (p. 68)
    Toy Camera Effect 
    (p. 67)
     
    						
    							What Do You Want to Do?
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    1View
    zLook at my pictures ...................................................................... 29
    zAutomatically play back pi ctures (slideshow) ............................. 117
    zLook at my pictures on a TV ....................................................... 170
    zLook at my pictures on a computer .............................................. 34
    zQuickly search pictures .............................................................. 114
    zErase pictures....................................................................... 30, 128
    EShoot/View Movies
    zShoot movies ........................................................................ 31, 103
    zView movies ................................................................................. 33
    zShoot fast moving subjects and play  them back in slow motion . 106
    cPrint
    zPrint pictures............................................................................... 142
    Save
    zSave images to a computer .......................................................... 34
    3 Other
    zTurn off sounds............................................................................. 46
    zUse the camera abroad ........................................................ 16, 164
    zUnderstand what is displayed on the screen .............................. 183
     
    						
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    Checking the Package Contents .......2
    Read This First ..................................3
    What Do You Want to Do? ................4
    Table of Contents ..............................6
    Conventions Used in This Guide .......9
    Safety Precautions...........................10
    1Getting Started ................. 13
    Charging the Battery ........................14
    Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) ...........................16
    Inserting the Battery and  Memory Card .................................17
    Setting the Date and Time ...............20
    Setting the Display Language ..........22
    Formatting Memory Cards ...............23
    Pressing the Shutter Button .............25
    Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)...........26
    Viewing Images ...............................29
    Erasing Images ................................30
    Shooting Movies ..............................31
    Viewing Movies ................................33
    Transferring Images to a Computer  for Viewing .....................................34
    2Learning More .................. 39
    Components Guide ..........................40
    Screen Display.................................42
    Indicator ...........................................43
    FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations ....44
    MENU – Basic Operations ...............45
    Changing the Sound Settings ..........46
    Adjusting the Screen Brightness......48
    Returning the Camera to Default 
    Settings..........................................49 Power Saving Function 
    (Auto Power Down) ....................... 50
    Clock Function ................................ 50
    3Shooting with Commonly 
    Used Functions ................51
    Turning the Flash Off ...................... 52
    Zooming In More Closely on  Subjects (Digital Zoom)................. 53
    Inserting the Date and Time ............ 54
    Using the Self-Timer ....................... 55
    Changing the Aspect Ratio ............. 58
    Changing the Recording Pixel  Setting (Image Size) ..................... 59
    Changing the Compression Ratio  (Image Quality) ............................. 59
    4Adding Effects and 
    Shooting in Various 
    Conditions ........................61
    Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 62
    Adding Effects and Shooting ........... 65
    Making Short Movi es Automatically 
    (Movie Digest) ............................... 72
    Detecting a Face and Shooting  (Smart Shutter) ............................. 73
    Shooting Long Exposures ............... 77
    High-Speed Continuous Shooting  (High-speed Burst) ........................ 78
    Capturing the Best Facial  Expressions (Best Image 
    Selection) ...................................... 79
    Shooting Stitch Assist Images......... 80
    Table of Contents
     
    						
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    5Choosing Settings 
    Yourself............................. 81
    Shooting in Program AE ................. 82
    Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ............ 83
    Turning the Flash On ...................... 83
    Adjusting the White Balance ........... 84
    Changing the ISO Speed ................ 85
    Correcting the Brightness and  Shooting (i-Contrast)..................... 86
    Continuous Shooting....................... 87
    Changing the Tone of an Image  (My Colors) ................................... 88
    Shooting Close-ups (Macro) ........... 90
    Shooting Far Away Subjects  (Infinity) ......................................... 90
    Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 92
    Choosing the Subject to Focus On  (Tracking AF) ................................ 94
    Magnifying the Focal Point.............. 95
    Shooting with the AF Lock .............. 96
    Shooting with Servo AF .................. 97
    Changing the Metering Method....... 98
    Shooting with the AE Lock .............. 99
    Shooting with the FE Lock .............. 99
    Shooting with Slow Synchro ......... 100
    Red-Eye Correction ...................... 101
    Checking for Shut Eyes ................ 102
    6Using Various Functions for 
    Shooting Movies ............ 103
    Shooting Various Kinds of  Movies ........................................ 104 Shoot Movies That Look Like a 
    Miniature Model 
    (Miniature Effect) ......................... 105
    Shooting Super Slow Motion  Movies ......................................... 106
    Changing the Image Quality .......... 108
    Using the Wind Filter ..................... 109
    Other Shooting Functions.............. 110
    Editing ........................................... 111
    7Using Various Playback and 
    Editing Functions........... 113
    Quickly Searching Images............. 114
    Viewing Images in Filtered  Playback...................................... 115
    Viewing Slideshows....................... 117
    Checking the Focus....................... 119
    Magnifying Images ........................ 120
    Viewing Each Image in a Group .... 121
    Displaying Various Images  (Smart Shuffle) ............................ 123
    Changing Image Transitions ......... 124
    Protecting Images ......................... 124
    Erasing Images ............................. 128
    Tagging Images as Favorites ........ 130
    Organizing Images by Category  (My Category) ............................. 132
    Rotating Images ............................ 135
    Resizing Images ............................ 136
    Trimming ....................................... 137
    Adding Effects with the My Colors  Function ...................................... 138
    Correcting the Brightness  (i-Contrast) .................................. 139
    Correcting the Red-Eye Effect....... 140
     
    						
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    8Printing............................ 141
    Printing Images ..............................142
    Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) ........................................149
    Choosing Images for a  Photobook ...................................154
    9Customizing Camera 
    Settings ........................... 157
    Changing Camera Settings............158
    Changing Shooting Function Settings........................................165
    Changing Playback Function  Settings........................................168
    10Useful Information .........169
    Viewing Images on a TV ............... 170
    Using Household Power................ 174
    Using an Eye-Fi Card .................... 175
    Troubleshooting ............................ 177
    List of Messages That Appear  on the Screen.............................. 180
    Information Displayed  on the Screen.............................. 183
    Functions and Menu Lists ............. 188
    Handling Precautions .................... 197
    Specifications ................................ 198
    Accessories ................................... 202
    Separately Sold Accessories ........ 203
    Index ............................................. 205
     
    						
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    •Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches.
    • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets).
    • The directional buttons and FUNC./SET button are represented by the 
    following icons.
    • : 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.
    Conventions Used in This Guide
    Right Button FUNC./SET Button
    Up Button
    Left Button
    Down Button
     
    						
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    •Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precaut\
    ions described 
    below. Always ensure that the product is used 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.
    Safety Precautions
     WarningDenotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
    • Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
    Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular, 
    remain at least 1 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.
    • Use only recommended power sources.
    • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the product.
    • Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
    • To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the product if it has been 
    dropped or otherwise damaged.
    • Stop using the product 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 
    product.
    • Do not let the product come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other 
    liquids.
    • Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
    This could result in electrical shock or fire.
    If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn 
    the camera off and remove the battery.
    If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera 
    distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
    • Use only the recommended battery.
    • Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
    • Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, 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 terminals 
    or plug.
    The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause 
    injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the battery 
    electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.
     
    						
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