User manual CANON POWERSHOT A400 - POWERSHOT A400 CAMERA USER GUIDE

ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide Camera User Guide Please read the Read This First section (p. 5). Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide. CDI-E140-010 © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN CHINA l Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing 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 highprecision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 104). Language Setting Please see page 22 to change the language setting. 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 any time without prior notice. No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon. Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the SD memory cards (SD cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon SD cards. 1 Trademark Acknowledgments · Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc. · Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc, registered in the United States and other countries. · Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. · SD is a trademark. · Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2004 Canon Inc. All rights reserved. Symbols Used Icons under title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the shooting mode should be set to , , or . Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. In this guide SD memory card (Secure Digital, a copyright protection system) is referred to as SD card. 2 Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Macro/ Infinity Modes ................................... 42 Self-timer ......................................................... 43 Digital Zoom ......................................................... 44 Continuous Shooting........................................ 45 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) ......... 46 Special Scene Mode..................................... 48 Postcard Print Mode ...................................... 51 Movie Mode ................................................... 53 Read This First 5 Please Read ...........................................................5 Safety Precautions .................................................6 Preventing Malfunctions .......................................11 Components Guide Preparing the Camera 12 15 Installing the Battery and SD Card .......................15 Formatting an SD Card.........................................19 Setting the Date/Time...........................................21 Setting the Language ...........................................22 Playback ­ The Basics 55 Basic Functions 23 Turning the Power On/Off.....................................23 Mode Switch .........................................................25 Using the LCD Monitor .........................................26 Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback) ...................................... 55 Magnifying Images ........................................... 55 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) ... 56 Jumping between Images .................................... 57 Viewing/Editing Movies ........................................ 57 Erasing 61 Shooting ­ The Basics 31 Erasing Single Images..................................... 61 Erasing All Images ............................................... 61 Auto Mode.......................................................31 Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting............34 Selecting a Shooting Mode...................................35 Changing the Resolution and Compression .........37 Quick Shots ..........................................................38 Using the Flash .................................................39 Shooting ­ Advanced Functions 62 Selecting Menus and Settings.............................. 62 Menu Settings and Default Settings ..................... 65 Resetting the Settings to Default.......................... 72 Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus...... 73 Switching between Focus Settings....................... 74 3 Table of Contents Switching between Light Metering Modes .......75 Adjusting the Exposure.........................................76 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) .....................77 Changing the ISO Speed......................................79 Changing the Photo Effect....................................80 Setting the Auto Rotate Function..........................81 List of Messages Troubleshooting Appendix 112 114 120 Playback ­ Advanced Functions 83 Replacing the Date Battery ................................ 120 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) ............. 121 Camera Care and Maintenance ......................... 125 Rotating Images in the Display.............................83 Attaching Sound Memos to Images......................84 Auto Play ..............................................................85 Protecting Images.................................................86 Specifications 126 Battery Performance .......................................... 129 SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) .............................................................. 129 Various Functions 88 About Printing .......................................................88 DPOF Print Settings .............................................90 Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order).........................................94 Downloading Images to a Computer ....................95 Computer System Requirements .................... 96 Downloading Directly from a SD card.................103 Viewing Images on a TV Set ..............................103 Resetting the File Number..................................105 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings).........................................106 Registering My Camera Settings........................108 Photo Tips and Information Index 132 134 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ...... 138 4 Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including SD cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use. Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your camera. 5 Read This First Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to the camera, batteries, and separately sold battery and charger kit and compact power adapter. Storing SD cards Store the SD memory card out of the reach of children and infants. It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately. WARNINGS Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. 6 Read This First Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation. Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the camera away from children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery. Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. 7 Read This First Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately turn the camera's power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire. 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. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire. Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks. Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury. 8 Read This First Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the eyes and mouth, skin, or clothing that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery. Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury. Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects. Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if available in your area. Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the charger recommended for use with these batteries. Use of another charger may cause batteries to overheat or deform, posing risk of fire or electric shock. Disconnect the battery charger or compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet after recharging and when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards. Continuous use over a long period may cause a unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the compact power cord is designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. Caution about magnetic fields Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera (p. 12). Such items may lose data or stop working. 9 Read This First CAUTIONS Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the battery charger to charge the batteries or power the camera. Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage. Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns. Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. Ensure that the battery charger is plugged into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. The plug of the battery charger varies according to region. Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the cable or plug is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet. Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug. If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as your hands may experience a burning sensation. 10 Read This First 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 Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag. If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Stop using the camera immediately if you detect condensation. Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the SD card and battery or power cord (if connected) from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use. Extended Storage When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with batteries installed will run down the battery and may damage the camera. 11 Components Guide ON/OFF Button (p. 23) Shutter Button (p. 31) Microphone (p. 84) Viewfinder Window Speaker Flash (p. 39) Strap Mount* AF-assist Beam (p. 34) Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 41) Self-timer Lamp (p. 43) Lens/Lens Cover * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap. 12 Components Guide LCD Monitor (p. 26) Viewfinder (p. 33) Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal* (p. 98) DC IN Terminal (p. 124) A/V (Audio/Video) Out Terminal SD Card Slot/Battery Cover (p. 15) Date Battery Holder (p. 120) Battery Cover Lock Tripod Socket * To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables. · Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) · Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately) · CP Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) or the Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with the CP-100/CP-10) · Bubble Jet Printers: - Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers: Please refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide. - PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) · PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera for direct print compatible printer information. 13 Components Guide Mode Switch (p. 25) Button (p. 63) Button Omni Selector (p. 39, 42, 43, 45, 75) (Light Metering)/ , (Flash)/ (Continuous) (Macro)/ (Self-timer)/ (Infinity)/ (Telephoto) (p. 31) Zoom Button (p. 31) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) (p. 55) (Function) Button (p. 62)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 61) (Display) Button (p. 26) (Print/Share) Button The following operations are accessible through one easy press of the button. - Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (separate from this guide). - Downloading images (Windows only): See page 95 of this guide and the Software Starter Guide (separate from this guide). The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection. Blue: Ready to Print/Ready to transfer images Blinking Blue: Printing/Transferring The indicators light or blink when you open the lens cover or whenever you press the shutter button. Upper Indicator Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning) Green: Ready to shoot or ready to communicate with or charging the flash (with LCD monitor On). your computer. Blinking Green: Starting-up, recording to the SD card, Lower Indicator reading the SD card, erasing data on the SD Yellow: Macro mode or Infinity mode card, or transmitting data to your computer. Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (although you can press Orange: Ready to shoot (using the flash). the shutter button, try using focus lock (p. 73)) 14 Preparing the Camera Installing the Battery and SD Card Write Protect Tab The SD card has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existing data (e.g. images). When recording to, erasing from or formatting the SD card, slide the tab upward. Write Protect Tab Insert two (2) AA-size alkaline batteries (included with the camera) or two (2) AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) and insert the SD card. 1 2 Check that the camera power is off. Press the battery cover lock towards the arrow to open the cover. Writing/Erasing possible Writing/Erasing impossible 3 Insert the batteries as shown. (-) Negative end (+) Positive end 15 Preparing the Camera 4 Insert the SD card as shown and close the SD card slot/battery cover. Insert the SD card as shown on the inside of the battery cover until you hear it click into place. Do not touch or allow metal objects to contact the terminals on the back of the SD card. Back Terminals To remove the SD card Push in the SD card until you hear it click, then release it. Since the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting data to or from the SD card when the indicator blinks green, never perform the following actions during this time. It could corrupt the image data. · Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks. · Turn the camera's power off or open the SD card slot/battery cover. Please note that SD cards formatted with other manufacturers' cameras or a computer, or formatted or edited with application programs, may slow down writing to the SD card or may not operate correctly in the camera. You are recommended to use SD cards that have been formatted in your camera (p. 19). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. We recommend that you use the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800 to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 124). The separately sold battery charger kit lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 121). 16 Preparing the Camera See Battery Performance (p. 129). For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the System Map (separate from this guide). See SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) (p. 129). Proper Battery Handling Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) (p. 121). Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ according to brand, the operating time of the batteries you purchase may not be as long as the batteries that came with the camera. Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkaline batteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries. If you are using the camera in cold areas or for a long time, we recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH Battery Kit NB4-200 (a four-battery Kit). While it is possible to use AA-size nickelcadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended. Never mix unused and partially used batteries. Always load two fresh (or fully recharged) batteries at the same time. The partially used batteries may leak. Be careful to load the batteries with their positive (+) and negative (-) ends in the right direction. Never mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. Both batteries should be identical. Before inserting the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. Oil from one's skin or other dirt may cause a considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or reduced usage time. Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (especially with alkaline batteries). If you are using the camera in cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they should, you may be able to restore performance by placing batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use. But be careful that you don't put the batteries into a pocket together with a metal key chain or other metallic objects, as these objects may cause batteries to short-circuit. 17 Preparing the Camera If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place. Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use. WARNINGS Never use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk that such batteries may leak, overheat, or burst. Always check the seals on store-bought batteries before loading them, as some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use batteries with defective seals. Never use batteries that look like this. Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off. The positive electrode (plus terminal) is flat. The negative terminal is correctly formed (protruding from the metal base), but the seal does not extend up over the edge of the metal base. 18 Battery Status Indications The LCD monitor displays an icon or message to let you know when batteries are low or depleted. Batteries are beginning to run low. Replace (or recharge) batteries promptly. If the LCD monitor is off, this icon will appear when you press any of the following buttons: the omni selector, DISP. button and FUNC. button. Batteries are fully depleted and the Change the camera can no longer operate. batteries Replace the batteries immediately. Preparing the Camera Formatting an SD Card You should always format an SD card when you wish to use a new one, or when you wish to delete not only the images in the SD card but also other data. Formatting an SD card will permanently erase all data already on it, including all of its protected images. Check the contents before formatting cards that were previously used. 3 Select (Format) using or and press the SET button. Select [OK] using or and press the SET button. To cancel formatting instead, select [Cancel] and press the SET button. The capacity of the SD card displayed after formatting will be less than the rated capacity of the SD card. This is not a malfunction of the SD card or camera. 4 1 2 Turn the power on (p. 23). Press the MENU button and select [ (Set up)] using . 5 Press the MENU button. 19 Preparing the Camera If the camera is not operating correctly, the SD card may be corrupted. Formatting the card may solve the problem. If you are using an SD card from another manufacturer and the card is not functioning correctly, you may be able to correct the problem by formatting the card. SD cards formatted with another camera, a computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly. Format these cards with this camera. If formatting in the camera doesn't work properly, turn the camera off and re-insert the SD card. Then turn the camera back on and format again. Handling Precautions for SD Cards SD 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 SD card. Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card. Do not touch the terminals with your hands or metal objects. Do not peel away the original label on the SD card or cover it with another label or sticker. 20 When writing on the SD card, use a soft point pen (e.g. felt-tip pen). Using a sharp point pen (e.g. ball-point pen) or pencil may damage the SD card or corrupt the recorded data. Since some or all of the data recorded on the SD card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity or card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended. Moving an SD card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid condensation, place the SD card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature. If condensation forms on the SD card, store it at room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally. Do not use or store SD cards in the following locations. · Locations subject to dust or sand · Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures Precaution for Multi Media Cards This camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may use multi media cards (MMC) with this camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the use of multi media cards (MMC). Preparing the Camera Setting the Date/Time The Date/Time menu will be displayed when camera power is turned on for the first time or with low date battery power. Perform operations from Step 4 (Replace the date battery when power from the current one is exhausted (p. 120)). 4 Set the date and time. Use or to change the value of the highlighted field. Press or to set the date and time. The date can be set up to the year 2030. The factory default for the date format may differ from that shown here in some regions. 1 2 Turn the power on (p. 23). Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using . 5 6 Press the SET button. Press the MENU button. For embedding the date on the image data, refer to page 52. Setting the date and time settings does not cause the date/time stamp to appear on images. For printing images with the date on them, refer to page 92, the Direct Print User Guide or Software Starter Guide. For important information, see Replacing the Date Battery (p. 120). 21 3 Select (Date/ Time) using or and then press the SET button. Preparing the Camera Setting the Language Sets the display language for LCD monitor menus and messages. 4 1 2 Turn on the camera (p. 23). Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using . Select a language using , , or and press the SET button. The setting menu will reappear without changing the language setting if you press the MENU button instead of the SET button. 5 Press the MENU button. Shortcut Operation The Language menu can also be displayed in Playback mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button. (This function cannot be used while a movie clip is played back, or when a separately sold printer is connected to the camera.) 3 Select (Language) using or and press the SET button. 22 Basic Functions Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On Turning the Power Off Press the ON/OFF button again to turn the power off. If the "Card locked!" message appears right after the power is turned on, the SD card cannot record (p. 15). You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-up image when the power comes on. (To change the start-up sound and image, see below and p. 71 and 106.) The start-up image does not appear when the LCD monitor is off in Shooting mode or the A/V OUT terminal is connected to a TV. Turning on the camera without the start-up sound and image Press and hold the SET button, then turn on the power. 1 Press the ON/OFF button until the upper indicator next to the viewfinder lights green. Shooting Mode Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD monitor. Current shooting settings will disappear in about 6 seconds when the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No information) or No Display(p. 26). If you turn the mode switch to , the lens will retract after approximately 1 minute. Playback Mode The LCD monitor displays an image. 23 Basic Functions Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. Depending on the power saving setting (p. 69), the camera may power down or the LCD monitor may go off automatically. Auto Power Down [On] Shooting mode: Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed. Playback mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last time a control is accessed on the camera. Printer Connection mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last time a control is accessed on the camera or something is printed on the printer. When the Auto Power Down Function Activates Press the ON/OFF button again. [Off] The power saving function does not activate. Display Off The LCD monitor automatically shuts off approximately 1 minute* after the last time a camera control is accessed. * This time can be changed (p. 69). When the Display Off Function Activates The LCD monitor display turns back on if any button other than the ON/OFF button is pressed. The power saving function is disabled during Auto Play or during a computer connection (p. 85, 95). 24 Basic Functions Mode Switch Use the mode switch to select the camera's operating mode. Replay Mode Replay Mode Replay or delete images from the SD card (p. 55, 61). Download and display images on a connected computer (p. 95). Print images directly to a connected printer (p. 88). When a printer (sold separately) is properly connected, , , or appears on the LCD monitor. Shooting Mode (Still Image) Shoots still images. Shooting mode is selectable from Auto (p. 31), Manual, or Stitch Assist (p. 46). (Special Scene Mode) Shoots the image with the most appropriate settings for the scene. (Movie) Shoots movie clips (p. 53). 25 Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor Use the LCD monitor to shoot and review images, for menu operations and playing back images. Pressing the DISP. button cycles the LCD monitor to the next mode. Shooting Mode Button Standard (No Information) Detailed (Information View) AF Frame Spot AE Point Frame Button No Display Button · · - Still images:Shots Remaining Movies (seconds): Remaining Movie Time Elapsed Time The AF frame changes according to its On/Off setting. (LCD monitor On) AiAF set to [On] (p. 74) Green: Focusing complete (focused AF frame) Does not appear: Focusing difficulty 26 AiAF set to [Off] (p. 74) Green: Focusing complete Yellow: Focusing difficulty Basic Functions Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation White Balance Drive Mode ISO Speed Photo Effect Light Metering Mode Compression Resolution Postcard Print Flash Red-eye Reduction Macro/Infinity Mode Quick Shots Auto Rotate Function (Red) Movie Recording Mode 2.8x 3.5x 4.4x 5.4x 7.0x Digital Zoom Setting*1 Camera Shake Warning Low Battery p. 35, 48 p. 76 p. 77 p. 43, 45 p. 79 p. 80 p. 75 p. 37 p. 37 p. 51 p. 39 p. 39, 41 p. 42 p. 38 p. 83 p. 53 p. 44 p. 27 p. 18 *1 : Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects. These figures appear when the digital zoom is activated. When a Shooting mode setting is changed, the settings appear on the LCD monitor for about 6 seconds even if the LCD monitor is set to No information or off. (The Shooting mode settings may not appear depending on the camera setting.) You can set the flash, red-eye reduction, macro/ infinity mode, self-timer, continuos shooting, and the light metering mode settings while this information appears on the LCD monitor. and the icons in (the shaded area of the chart) appear even when the information view is turned off. In addition to the above, the AF frame, spot metering frame, recordable images or recordable movie time are displayed as in the example to the left. Setting to the , or modes turns the LCD monitor on regardless of whether it is set to on or off. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting if the upper indicator beside the viewfinder blinks orange after the metering preparations are complete and the camera shake icon ( ) displays in the LCD monitor. Set the flash to or , or affix the camera to a tripod to shoot. After you take a photo by fully pressing the shutter button, the image displays on the LCD monitor for approximately three seconds (or the review duration you set from 3 to 10 seconds). If you press the button while the image is displayed, it will continue to display (p. 34). 27 Basic Functions Playback Mode Standard File Number Button Button No Display Shooting Date/Time Image Number and Total (Display Image/Total) Detailed* Histogram Button Movie Length Compression Resolution (Still image) Sound memo (WAVE file) Movie Protection status p. 37 p. 37 p. 84 p. 53 p. 86 * Detailed Display is not available in index playback (9 images). 28 Basic Functions Shooting Mode p. 35, 48 The image in the LCD monitor may darken when the monitor is used under sunlight or other strong lighting. This is not a defect. The on/off setting of the LCD monitor display mode is memorized when the camera is turned off. When the camera is turned on again it assumes the last mode. However, when the LCD monitor is turned on and the "Change the batteries" message appears, the LCD monitor may not automatically turn on the next time the camera is started. While a recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can check the exposure with the graph (See About the Histogram). It shows the distribution of the brightness data. If the exposure requires adjustment, set the exposure compensation and re-shoot (Press the button if the histogram and other information is not shown.). Please note that image information recorded by this camera may not display correctly on other cameras and image information recorded by other cameras may not display correctly on this camera. 29 Exposure Compensation p. 76 White Balance ISO Speed Photo Effect Flash Macro/Infinity p. 77 p. 79 p. 80 p. 39 p. 42 Resolution (Movie) p. 37 Light Metering Mode p. 75 In addition to the above, the histogram and recorded movie time are displayed. The following information may be displayed, depending on the image. An audio file other than a wave file, or a file with unrecognized format is attached. A JPEG file not supported by "Design Rule for Camera File System" standards. RAW file format Unrecognizable file formats Basic Functions About the Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the shot image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward to 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. 76). Sample Histograms Dark image Balanced image Bright image 30 Shooting ­ The Basics See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 138) at the end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed in which shooting modes. 4 Use the zoom button to achieve the desired composition (relative subject size in the viewfinder). : Magnifies the size of subject (Telephoto) Auto Mode Shooting Mode : Decreases the size of the subject (Wide angle) The angle of view can be adjusted within the 45 to 100 mm range, in 35mm film equivalent. When the LCD monitor is on, the combined use of the digital zoom and optical zoom enables magnified shooting up to approx. 7x (See Digital Zoom, p. 44). In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. 1 2 3 Set the mode switch to Select from . menu. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 62). * The current setting is displayed. Aim the camera at the subject you wish to shoot. 5 Press the shutter button halfway. The shutter button has a two-stage action. Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure and focus. 31 Shooting ­ The Basics · Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished metering, and the indicator will light green or orange. If the LCD monitor is on, the AF frame will appear green. · The indicator will blink yellow and the beep will sound one time if the subject is difficult to focus. 6 Press the shutter button all the way. Pressing Fully Pressing fully releases the shutter. · You will hear the shutter sound when the shot is complete. Do not move the camera until you hear this sound. · The indicator next to the viewfinder blinks green while data is recorded onto the SD card. · The picture appears for three seconds on the LCD monitor, if it is on. Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 138). With the Review function, you can change the length of time images show on the LCD monitor after shooting, or set it so they do not show at all (p. 35). If the orange or yellow indicator blinks while you press halfway, you can still press fully to take the shot. Images are first saved into the camera's internal memory before being recorded onto the SD card, allowing the next images to be taken immediately as long as sufficient space is available in the internal memory. The beep and shutter sound can be set On/Off in the Set up menu (p. 67). Even when the shutter sound is set to [, , (On)] (p. 71), no sound will be heard if [Mute] is set to [On]. There is no shutter sound in movie mode. Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. 32 Shooting ­ The Basics Shooting with Viewfinder You can save power by turning the LCD monitor off and using the viewfinder to shoot. About the AF Function This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology, which uses a broad metering field to calculate the focal distance with high precision. It delivers a crisp focus even when the photographic subject is slightly off-center. The camera can also automatically focus on the center when AiAF is set to [Off]. Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image When shooting an image, a larger range than the one visible in the viewfinder usually gets recorded. You can confirm the actual range that will be recorded in the LCD monitor. In addition, due to the viewfinder's specification, the range visible in the viewfinder may actually differ from the actual recorded image. The closer the subject is to the lens, the more noticeable the difference will be. In some cases, portions of images shot up close that appear in the viewfinder will not appear in the recorded image. You are recommended to use the LCD monitor during macro photography (p. 42). 33 1 Compose the image so that the subject appears in the center of the viewfinder. Shows approximate center of the image Viewfinder Shooting ­ The Basics AF-assist Beam - The AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in certain conditions, i.e. dark conditions. - The AF-assist beam can be turned off (p. 65). If animals are your subject, turn off the beam when shooting in the dark to avoid startling them. However, please keep in mind the following facts. · If the AF-assist beam is turned off, it may become more difficult for the camera to focus in dark conditions. · The red-eye reduction lamp may emit when you press the shutter button halfway even if the AF-assist beam is turned off. In order to prevent any lamp from emitting before the flash fires, set both the red-eye reduction function and the AF-assist beam to [Off] in the Shooting menu. Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting Shooting Mode After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds. In addition, the image will keep on displaying regardless of the review duration setting if one of the following operations is performed. Keeping the shutter button fully pressed Pressing the button while the image is displayed* Press the shutter button halfway again to stop displaying it. You can perform the following while images are displayed.* · Erasing Images Individually (p. 61) · Display the setting details of the image (p. 26). · Magnifying Images (p. 55) * This cannot be performed in Stitch Assist mode. 34 Shooting ­ The Basics Changing the Image Display Duration The length of time images are displayed after a photo has been taken can be changed from between 3 seconds to 10 seconds or turned off. Selecting a Shooting Mode The following modes are available with this camera. Auto The camera automatically makes most of the settings for you. 1 2 3 Press the MENU button. The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. Select (Review) using or . You can manually adjust the Manual exposure, white balance, and other settings before shooting. Stitch For shooting panorama Assist composition images Select from 8 scene modes to shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Special Portrait Beach Scene Night Scene Fireworks Foliage Underwater Snow Indoor Movie For shooting movies The settings selected for each mode are kept even if the shooting mode is changed. When the power is turned off, the settings are also retained for certain shooting modes, but not for others (p. 138). 35 Select a Review setting using or and press the MENU button. With the [Off] option, the image will not display. With the [3 sec.] to [10 sec.] options, the image will appear for the time selected even if you release the shutter button. You can continue to display the image as long as the shutter button is fully held pressed regardless of the Review setting. Another picture can be taken even while the last is displayed. Shooting ­ The Basics Selecting , , or Selecting 1 2 Set the mode switch to press the button. Select the shooting mode using or , and press the button. and 1 Set the mode switch to This will switch to movie mode. . Selecting SCN 1 2 Set the mode switch to SCN and press the button. Select the shooting mode using or , and press the button. 36 Shooting ­ The Basics Changing the Resolution and Compression or Shooting Mode The resolution is set to M1 (1600 x 1200) and the compression is set to (Fine). See page 51 for Postcard Print mode information. The Postcard Print mode is not available in , and . You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movie) depending on the purpose. Resolution Large L (Large) 2048 x 1536 pixels Purpose Print up to A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) prints Print up to Letter size* 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) prints Print postcard size 148 x 100 mm (6 x 4 in.) prints Print L-size 119 x 89 mm (4.7 x 3.5 in.) prints Print card size 86 x 54 mm (3.4 x 2.1 in.) prints Compression Purpose High Shoot higher quality Superfine Quality images Shoot normal quality Fine images Normal Normal Shoot more images Movies can be shot with the following resolutions. Resolution 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels 160 x 120 pixels M1 1600 x (Medium1) 1200 pixels M2 1024 x 768 (Medium2) pixels S (Small) 640 x 480 pixels Small Send images as email attachments Shoot more images * Paper sizes vary according to region. 37 Shooting ­ The Basics 1 2 Press the FUNC. button. Select using displayed. Example (excluding Compression ): Quick Shots Shooting Mode * or * or . * The current setting is You can reduce shutter lag time to capture those fleeting "photo opportunities". You cannot select the quick shot method for use with the viewfinder (LCD monitor must be on). The LCD monitor display freezes while the camera is autofocusing. 3 Select the compression or resolution you Example (excluding wish to set using Compression or . Number of shots remaining* (Only ): 1 2 Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. In the (Rec.) menu, select . See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 62). displayed when the resolution or compression is selected.) *In the case of a movie clip, the remaining shooting time (in seconds) appears. 4 Press the FUNC. button. Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 130) Types of SD cards and resolution (p. 129) 38 Shooting ­ The Basics 3 Use or to select [On] and press the MENU button. The display will return to the Shooting screen. The icon will display on the LCD monitor (detailed display on) when the "Quick Shot" option is set to On. Using the Flash Shooting Mode * In (Fireworks) mode, the flash is prohibited. Use the flash according to the guidelines below. Auto with red-eye reduction Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level, and the red-eye reduction lamp fires each time the main flash fires. The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level. Flash on The red-eye reduction lamp with red-eye and the flash always fire. reduction Flash on The flash always fires. Flash off The flash does not fire. 1 Press the button to switch between flash modes. The selected flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. 39 Shooting ­ The Basics You can switch between settings by pressing the button. When the red-eye reduction function is on When the red-eye reduction function is off This operation may not work in certain Shooting modes (p. 138). 2 Shoot the image. The flash will fire if the indicator beside the viewfinder lights orange when the shutter button is pressed halfway. (Does not fire in .) Shooting procedures are the same as for the Auto Mode (p. 31). If the flash is used in macro mode, the light may not be controlled correctly. In this case, set a higher ISO sensitivity or use other light sources instead of using the flash. When shooting with a high ISO sensitivity and using the flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the closer you are to the subject. Please note that a slow shutter speed will be selected in dark places or when the flash is set to off. Be careful to avoid camera shake under these conditions. Shooting in Mode Be careful to hold the camera still to avoid camera shake. or Mode Shooting in , ,, Fix the camera to a tripod since the shutter speed will be slower than in the mode. If an image is dark in mode, reshooting in mode will make it brighter. The flash may take approximately 10 seconds to charge. The LCD monitor, if it is on, will go off after the indicator blinks orange while recharging. The LCD monitor will come back on after the indicator lights a steady orange when recharging is completed. Recharging time may vary according to shooting conditions and battery charge levels. 40 Shooting ­ The Basics The flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is used by the camera to obtain the subject's exposure data so that the main flash can be set to the optimal intensity for the shot. Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash is used in dark areas. This reduces light reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red. The red-eye reduction function cannot be set when the Special Scene mode (p. 48) is set to (Fireworks). Red-eye Reduction 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. Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or coming closer to the subject. 1 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, set (Redeye) to [On]. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 62). appears on the LCD monitor. 41 Shooting ­ The Basics Macro/ Shooting Mode Infinity Modes If the flash is used in macro mode, the light may not be controlled correctly. In this case, set a higher ISO sensitivity or use other lightings instead of using the flash. Always use the LCD monitor to compose images in macro mode. Shooting with the viewfinder is possible, however, part of the image may not appear in the final shot (p. 33). When the lens is zoomed out to the wide angle end, the recordable area is approx. 47 × 35 mm (1.9 × 1.4 in.)*1, and at telephoto end, it is 115 × 87 mm (4.5 × 3.4 in.).*2 When the zoom position is located between the telephoto end and the wide angle end, the distance between the front of the lens and the subject will be the same as the telephoto end. The exposure may not be optimal when the flash is used in macro mode. *1 *2 Use this mode when the distance from the lens tip to the subject is in Macro the range of 5 to 47 cm (2.0 in. to 1.5 ft.) at wide angle end and 30 to 47 cm (1.0 to 1.5 ft.) at telephoto end. Use this mode to shoot landscapes. Also use this mode for Infinity compositions combining both near and distant objects. 1 2 Press / ( on the omni selector) to display or . Pressing / ( on the omni selector) cancels the macro mode. Shoot the image. Shooting procedures are the same as for the Auto Mode (p. 31). The indicator beside the viewfinder will light yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Closest focal distance. Maximum optical telephoto setting. 42 Shooting ­ The Basics Self-timer Shooting Mode To Cancel the Self-timer Press the / button to display . With this function, images are shot 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. This is useful when you want to take a memorable photo with everyone including yourself in the picture. The selftimer can be used in any shooting mode. Changing the Self-timer Countdown Time 1 2 1 Press / ( on the omni selector) as necessary so that or appears on the LCD monitor. When is selected and the shutter button is pressed fully, the self-timer lamp starts blinking and the self-timer begins to beep. The blinking gets faster 2 seconds before the shutter releases. When is selected and the shutter button is pressed fully, the self-timer lamp blinks fast from the beginning. The shutter releases in 2 seconds. In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select (Self-timer). See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 62). Use or to select or press the MENU button. and The display will return to the Shooting screen. You can change the self-timer sound by changing the setting in [Selftimer Sound] in the [ (My Camera)] menu (p. 71). 2 Shoot the image. Shooting procedures are the same as for the Auto Mode (p. 31). 43 Shooting ­ The Basics Digital Zoom Shooting Mode 4 Press the zoom button's