User manual CANON POWERSHOT G3 - POWERSHOT G3 CAMERA USER GUIDE

ENGLISH Camera User Guide · Please start by reading the Read This First on page 4 of this manual. Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the software and downloading images. · Please also read the printer user guide included with your Canon printer. Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing Precautions This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon brand digital camera accessories ("Canon Brand Accessories"). You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this Digital Camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning, and is not responsible for damages resulting from, use of non Canon Brand Accessories. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. 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. 165). Language Setting Please see page 26 to change the language setting. Please read through the " Read This First" section (p. 4) before using your camera. 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 CompactFlashTM cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards. Trademark Acknowledgements Canon, PowerShot and Bubble Jet are trademarks of Canon, Inc. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, 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. · Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright ©2002 Canon Inc. All rights reserved. · · · · (i) About this Camera User Guide Symbols Used : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Question? Look Here First. 3 How do I navigate the menus? Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42) 3 What settings are available under each function? and Will my settings remain in effect even after I've turned the camera off? Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 204) 3 How do I go about printing? About Printing (p. 132) 3 What functions are available through the menus? Rec. Menu (p. 158) Replay Menu (p. 161) Set up Menu (p. 162) My Camera Menu (p. 166) (ii) About the Thumb Index A quick introduction intended for new users who want to shoot first and learn more later. Tells you how to get the camera running and how to begin shooting and playing back images. Introduces you to all of the camera components, and explains how to load batteries and use the shutter button, among other basic functions. Also explains how to set the camera's start-up image, and start-up, shutter and operation sounds. Describes shooting with the camera, from each shooting mode to using the camera's various shooting features. Quick Start Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Shooting Explains how to review recorded images or select replay settings, how to protect images or erase them, and how to edit movies. Explains how to print and make print settings, and how to select images for transferring to e-mail. Replaying, Erasing Printing, Transferring Explains how to transfer images to a computer. Also explains how to use a TV set for shooting and reviewing images. You must read this section before connecting your camera to a computer. Shows the Rec., Replay, Set up and My camera menus at a glance and error messages. Also explains how to use the wireless controller and various separately sold accessories such as the charge adapter / car battery kit, externally mounted flash units and conversion lenses. Connecting Appendix (iii) Table of Contents : Functions and operations tables. These pages are shaded on the right edges to make them easy to find. Read This First ............................................................................. 4 Quick Start .................................................................................. 8 Components Guide ................................................................... 10 Front View ................................................................................... 10 Back / Bottom View ...................................................................... 11 Controls ....................................................................................... 12 Mode Dial .................................................................................... 13 Main Dial ..................................................................................... 14 Display Panel ................................................................................ 15 Preparing the Camera .............................................................. 16 Charging the Battery Pack ............................................................. 16 Installing the Battery Pack ............................................................. 19 Using Compact Power Adapter ..................................................... 21 Installing a CF Card ....................................................................... 22 Setting the Date / Time ................................................................. 24 Setting the Language .................................................................... 26 Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 27 Attaching the Lens Cap ................................................................ 27 Using the Soft Case (Optional) ...................................................... 27 Basic Functions .......................................................................... 28 Turning the Power On / Off ........................................................... 28 Switching between Shooting and Replaying ................................... 31 Using the LCD Monitor ................................................................. 32 Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot ........................................... 38 Pressing the Shutter Button ........................................................... 39 Using the Zoom (Focal Length) ...................................................... 41 Selecting Menus and Settings ........................................................ 42 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) ...................... 46 Changing My Camera Settings ...................................................... 46 Registering the My Camera Settings .............................................. 48 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings ......................... 51 Auto Mode .......................................................................... 51 Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ....................................... 53 Changing the Resolution and Compression .................................... 55 Changing the File Format .............................................................. 58 Using the Flash .................................................................... 60 Portrait Mode ...................................................................... 63 1 Landscape Mode ................................................................. 63 Night Scene Mode ............................................................... 64 Stitch Assist Mode ................................................................ 65 Movie Mode ........................................................................ 68 Macro Mode ........................................................................ 69 Self-Timer ............................................................................ 70 Digital Zoom ................................................................................ 72 Continuous Shooting ........................................................... 73 Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects ..................................... 75 Program AE ......................................................................... 75 Setting the Shutter Speed ..................................................... 77 Setting the Aperture ............................................................ 79 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture ................. 81 Selecting an AF frame .......................................................... 82 Switching between Light Metering Modes ............................ 83 Adjusting the Exposure ......................................................... 85 Setting the White Balance .................................................... 86 Changing the Photo Effect ................................................... 89 Changing the ISO Speed ...................................................... 92 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) .................................. 93 Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) ...................................... 95 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ................................. 97 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) .......................... 99 Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings ..................... 100 Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires ............................... 102 Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) .......................... 103 Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus .............................. 105 Switching between Focus Settings ............................................... 108 Saving Custom Settings .................................................... 109 Using the ND Filter ...................................................................... 110 Setting the Auto Rotate Function ................................................ 111 Resetting the File Numbers .......................................................... 112 Replaying ................................................................................ 113 Displaying Images Individually ..................................................... 113 Magnifying Images ............................................................ 114 Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index Replay) ..................... 115 Jumping Between Images ............................................... 116 Viewing Movies .......................................................................... 117 Editing Movies ............................................................................ 119 Rotating Images in the Display .................................................... 121 Attaching Sound Annotations to Images ...................................... 122 Automated Playback (Slide Show) ................................................ 124 2 Protecting Images ....................................................................... 128 Erasing .................................................................................... 129 Erasing Images Individually .......................................................... 129 Erasing All Images ...................................................................... 130 Formatting a CF Card ................................................................. 131 Printing ................................................................................... 132 About Printing ............................................................................ 132 Selecting from the Print Menu ..................................................... 134 Connecting the Camera to a Printer ............................................ 136 Printing ...................................................................................... 139 Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ............................ 141 Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) .............................................. 145 Printing with DPOF Print Settings ................................................. 150 Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) ..................... 152 Selecting Images for Transferring ................................................. 152 Viewing Images on a TV Set ................................................... 154 Downloading Images to a Computer ..................................... 155 Downloading Directly from a CF Card .......................................... 155 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable ........... 156 List of Menu Options and Messages ...................................... 158 Rec. Menu ................................................................................. 158 Replay Menu .............................................................................. 161 Set up Menu .............................................................................. 162 My Camera Menu ...................................................................... 166 Resetting the Settings to Default ................................................. 168 List of Error / Message Codes ...................................................... 169 List of Messages ......................................................................... 170 Appendix ................................................................................ 174 Using the Wireless Controller ...................................................... 174 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional) ............................... 177 Using Conversion Lenses (Optional) / Close-up Lenses (Optional) .. 183 Using a Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit (Optional) ............ 186 Replacing the Date Battery .......................................................... 188 Camera Care and Maintenance ................................................... 190 Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 191 Specifications .......................................................................... 194 Index ....................................................................................... 200 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode .......................... 204 3 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 CompactFlashTM cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine sensible. 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. Safety Precautions · Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand 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, its power supply accessories and an optional compact power adapter. 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. 4 · 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 the 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 battery and 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 battery and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. · 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 battery 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. 5 · 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 of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Use only the recommended power accessories. · 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. · 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, or clothing, that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance. · 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. Use the supplied terminal cover to transport or store the battery pack. · 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 of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. Use only recommended batteries and accessories. · Disconnect the 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 of time may cause the unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. · The camera terminal of the supplied 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. · Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter lens, teleconverter lens, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may cause an injury. Never aim the lenses at the sun or strong light sources. There is a risk of damage to eyesight. 6 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 compact power adapter to charge the battery pack 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 when shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns. · 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. 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 CF card, and battery or a household power source, from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use. 7 Quick Start 1 Battery lock Install the Battery (p. 19). Open the battery cover and insert the battery while pressing the battery lock. 2 To power outlet Charge the Battery (p. 16). Check that the power is off. Charge the battery. The battery is approximately 90% charged (adequate charge for use) when the orange indicator beside the viewfinder stops blinking and lights steadily. After charging, detach the compact power adapter's DC plug from the camera. Indicator 3 4 5 Power/Mode Release Button Indicator Install the CF card (p. 22). Remove the lens cap. Turn the power on (p. 28). Open the LCD monitor and turn the mode lever to (shooting) while pressing the release button. The Power/Mode indicator lights orange. 8 6 7 Turn the mode dial to (p. 51). Quick Start Focus (p. 39). Aim the camera and lightly press the shutter button halfway. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. 8 Shoot (p. 39). Press the shutter button all the way. You will hear the sound of the shutter close when the shot is complete. 9 View the recorded image (p. 53). The recorded image will display in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds. Keep your finger on the shutter button or press the button while the image is displayed to continue to display the image after the shutter button is released. To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image 1. Press the button while the image is displayed. 2. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button. button to · Once you are done, press the turn off the power. 9 Components Guide Front View Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 38) Main Dial (p. 14) AF-assist Beam (p. 40) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 61) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 70) Hot Shoe (p. 177) Built-In Flash (p. 60) Display Panel (p. 15) Strap Mount (p. 27) DC IN Terminal (p. 17, 21) Remote Sensor (p. 175) Lens Ring Release Button (p. 185) Speaker Terminal cover Microphone (p. 122) (Audio/Video Out) Terminal (p. 154) Terminal* (p. 137, 138, 156) * To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables. · Computer: USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with this camera) · Direct Print Compatible Printer (optional): Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with Direct Print compatible printers) · Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional): Please refer to the Bubble Jet Printer user guide. Please refer to your System Map to find out which direct print function compatible printers can be used with this camera. 10 Back / Bottom View Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 38) Viewfinder (p. 38) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) LCD Monitor (p. 32) Battery Cover (p. 19) Tripod Socket Upper Indicator The indicators light or blink when the shutter button is pressed or the following operations are underway. · Green: Ready to record / Battery charge complete (100%)* · Blinking Green: Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing from CF card/ Transmitting data (during a computer connection) · Orange: Ready to record (flash on) / Battery charge at 90%* · Blinking Orange: Ready to record (camera shake warning) / battery is charging (The interval between flashes may differ according to the charge state of the battery.)* *Only displays when connected to the compact power adapter. Lower Indicator · Yellow: · Blinking Yellow: Macro mode / Manual focus mode Focusing difficulty (although you can press the shutter button, try using focus lock or adjusting the focus manually, p. 106) 11 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Strap Mount (p. 27) Controls Top (Continuous)/ (Self-Timer/Wireless Controller) Button (p. 70, 73, 174) Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) (p. 41) Replay: (Zoom in)/ (Zoom out)(p. 114) Shutter Button (p. 39) Mode Dial (p. 13) Power/Mode Indicator (p. 28) Mode Lever (p. 28) Button (p. 29) Back (Macro)/ (Jump) Button (p. 69, 116) (Manual Focus) / (Microphone) Button (p. 105, 106, 122) (Light Metering) Button (p. 83) (Flash) / (Index) Button (p.60, 115) Omni Selector (C/ [Exposure], D/ WB [White Balance], B, A) (p.85, 86) (Menu) Button (p. 43) (Function) Button (p. 42) (Set)/ (AF Frame Selector) Button (p. 82) (Display) Button (p. 33) (AE Lock/FE Lock) / (Erase) Button (p. 97, 99, 129) 12 Mode Dial Use the mode dial to switch between the shooting modes. ative Zone Cre : Auto (p. 51) · The camera automatically selects settings. Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Auto m ag e Z one · Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 63) : Landscape (p. 63) : Night Scene (p. 64) : Stitch Assist (p. 65) : Movie (p. 68) · Creative Zone The user selects exposure, aperture or other settings to achieve special effects. : Program AE (p. 75) : Shutter Speed-Priority AE (p. 77) : Aperture-Priority AE (p. 79) : Manual Exposure (p. 81) : Custom 1 (p. 109) : Custom 2 (p. 109) I 13 Main Dial The main dial is used for selecting certain menus and for displaying images. You can easily and swiftly select, confirm and switch menus. Turning the Main Dial Turn In Shooting Mode · Selects Aperture value and shutter speed (p. 77, 79) · Selects menu settings by pressing the FUNC. button (p. 42) · Selects exposure compensation and white balance (p. 85, 86) · Manually sets the focus (p. 106) In Replay Mode · Display the previous and next image (p. 113) Clicking the Main Dial Click In Shooting Mode · Fixes menu items set by pressing the FUNC. button (p. 42) · Switches between shutter speeds and aperture values in the mode (p. 81) 14 Display Panel The display panel shows the camera settings, the remaining image capacity, movie shooting time, battery charge and other information. Evaluative Metering / Spot Metering / Center-Weighted Average Metering p. 83 Shutter Speed / Movie Shooting Time / White Balance / ISO p. 55, 68, Speed / Photo Effect / Bracket / Resolution Setting Value (for 77, 86, 89, each function setting) 92, 93 Aperture Setting Compression p. 79, 81 p. 55 p. 55 p. 60 p. 110 p. 73 p. 92 p. 20 p. 69 p. 89 p. 70, 174 Resolution (Not displayed with RAW images) Flash On / Flash Off (Not displayed with Auto) ND filter Single Shot / Standard Continuous Shooting / High-speed Continuous Shooting ISO speed Battery Charge State Macro Mode Photo Effect Self-Timer / Wireless Controller Remaining Image Capacity / Message Code / Error Code / p. 103, 169 (Intervalometer) / Interval Shooting Remaining Shots p. 86 White Balance Settings Bracket Flash Exposure Compensation / Flash Output Adjustment Exposure Compensation Level / AEB Level / Flash Exposure Compensation Level p. 93, 95 p. 100 p. 85, 93, 100 · The diagram above shows all the icons appearing at once. Normally, only the icons applicable to the selected mode and camera state appear. 15 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time and subsequently when the "Change the battery pack" message displays on the LCD monitor or the low battery icon ( ) and Lb ( ) message flash on the Display Panel. 1 Turn off the power (p. 29). 2 · Make sure that the power/mode indicator is off. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows. 3 Terminals Press the battery lock while inserting the Battery Pack BP-511 and close the battery cover. Battery lock 4 To power outlet Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into power outlet. 16 5 Indicator Connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter to the camera's DC IN terminal. · The indicator beside the viewfinder will blink orange while the battery pack is charging and change to steady orange when it is approximately 90% charged, which is adequate for use. If it is charged for approximately 2 more hours, it will become fully charged and the indicator will switch to green. · After charging the battery, remove it from the camera when the camera will not be used. · If the power is turned on while charging, the battery pack will stop charging and the compact power adapter will power the camera. · This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to completely use or discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any time. · It takes approximately 80 minutes to bring a fully discharged battery pack to a charge state of approximately 90% (adequate charge for use). It takes approximately 2 more hours to charge it fully (based on Canon´s testing standard). Charge it within a temperature range of 5 to 40º C (41 to 104º F). · Charging times will vary according to the surrounding humidity and battery pack charge state. · Battery Pack BP-512 (optional) can also be used in this camera. Battery Pack Handling Precautions ) clean at all times. Dirty ·Keep the battery pack and camera terminals ( terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry cloth before charging or using the battery pack. ·Do not cover the compact power adapter with anything, such as a tablecloth, cushion or blanket, when it is charging. Heat will build up internally and possibly lead to fire. ·Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack BP-511 or Battery Pack BP-512 with the supplied equipment. It could damage the camera. ·The battery pack continues to discharge a small amount when left in the camera even with the power turned off. This shortens the battery life. Remove it from the camera, attach the supplied terminal cover and store it at room temperature (30º C / 86º F or less) in a dry place. Charge it before use. 17 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Charging the Battery Pack (continued) ·Do not allow any metal objects such as keyrings to touch the "+" and "-" terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the battery pack, or store it during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover (Fig. B) or place it in the supplied case and store it in a cool, dry place. Recharge it fully before using it again. Fig.A Fig.B B D ·Even charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. You are advised to charge the battery on the day of use, or one day before, to ensure a full charge. ·Since storing a fully charged battery pack for long periods of time (about 1 year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, you are recommended to use the battery pack in the camera until the LB symbol displays and to store it at normal temperature (30º C/86º F or less). If you do not use the battery pack for long periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully in the camera at least once a year before returning it to storage. ·The camera consumes the battery charge when the power is on even when a function is not being used. To conserve the battery charge, be particularly attentive in turning the camera off. ·Although the battery pack's maximum operating range is 0 to 40º C (32 to 104º F), the optimal range is 10 to 30º C (50 to 86º F). At cold temperatures, such as those experienced when skiing, performance will temporarily decline, reducing the usable time before recharging. ·If the usable time of a battery pack diminishes substantially even when fully charged, it should be replaced. 18 Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack BP-511 (supplied) into the camera as follows. Use the Compact Power Adapter CA-560 to power the camera for extended periods (p. 21). 2 3 Battery lock Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows. Press the battery lock while inserting the battery pack all the way in until the lock clicks. · To remove the battery pack, release the battery lock. 4 Slide the battery cover closed. · Charge the battery pack before using it the first time (p. 16). · When the upper indicator on the left side of the viewfinder is blinking green, the CF card is being written to, read, erased or transmitted to. Do not turn off the power, open the battery cover or open the CF card slot cover while the camera's indicator blinks green. · Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use. 19 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions 1 Turn off the camera (p. 29). · Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. Installing the Battery Pack (continued) Battery Status Symbols The following icons indicate the battery status on the display panel. These icons will not appear while the camera is powered with a compact power adapter. : Sufficient battery charge : Low battery : Replace or recharge battery 20 · See Battery Performance (p. 196). Using Compact Power Adapter You should use the Compact Power Adapter CA-560 for long periods of continuous use or for connecting to a computer or printer. Compact Power Adapter CA-560 2 Open the terminal cover and connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter to the camera's DC IN terminal. · Always disconnect and unplug the compact power adapter after use. · Always turn the camera's power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. · The battery cannot be charged while the compact power adapter is being used to run the camera (with the power on). · Do not use Compact Power Adapter CA-560 with any devices other than those for which Battery Pack BP-511 or Battery Pack BP-512 are specified. 21 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions 1 To power outlet Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a power outlet. Installing a CF Card 1 Turn off the camera (p. 29). 2 3 CF card Eject Button · Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. 2 1 Slide the CF card slot cover in the direction of the arrow and lift it open. Insert the CF card with the label facing up. · Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends. · To remove the CF card, push the CF card eject button and pull the card out. 22 · When the indicator on the left side of the viewfinder blinks green, the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the card. Do not perform the following, or image data may be lost or corrupted: - Do not shake the camera. - Do not turn off the power or open the battery cover or the CF card slot cover. · Please note that CF cards formatted in or edited with computers, other manufacturer's cameras or application programs may not operate correctly in the camera. · See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 197). Microdrives are a recording medium with a hard disk. Their merits are a large capacity and a low price per megabyte of capacity. However, they can be more susceptible to vibrations and shocks than CF cards, which use durable flash memories. Please be careful, therefore, not to subject the camera to vibrations or shocks when using a microdrive, especially while recording or replaying. 23 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions CF Card Handling Precautions · CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend, force, or subject them to shocks or vibration. · Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card. · Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes may cause condensation to form in the card, leading to potential malfunctions. To avoid condensation formation, place the CF 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 CF card, put it aside until the water droplets have evaporated completely. · Place the CF card in the supplied case for storage. · Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of locations. · Locations subject to dust or sand · Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures Setting the Date / Time The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the date lithium battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time. 1 Turn on the camera (p. 28). 2 Press the button. · The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Replay)] menu appears. (Rec.) Menu. Press the A the omni 3 to select thearrow onup)] menu.selector [ (Set · Pressing the button also switches between menus. C or D omni 4 Press theto select arrow on thethen press selector [Date/Time] the button. · The factory default for the date format may differ from that shown here in some regions. 5 Set the date and time. 6 Press the 24 · Press the B or A arrow on the omni selector to select a field to change. · Press the C or D arrow on the omni selector to set the values. · The date can be set up to the year 2030. button. button to close the menu window. · After adjusting the settings, press the 25 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions · The Date/Time cannot be inserted in the actual image even if the Date/Time have been set. · For printing images with the date on them, refer to page 141. · Replacing the Date Battery (p. 188). Setting the Language 1 Turn on the camera (p. 28). 2 Press the button. · The (Rec.) or (Replay) menu appears. (Rec.) Menu. Press the A the omni 3 to select thearrow onup)] menu.selector [ (Set · Pressing the button also switches between menus. C or D omni 4 Press theto select arrow on theand press selector [Language] the button. B or A 5 Press the C,D,to selectarrow on the omni selector a language. 6 Press the button. button to close the menu · After adjusting the settings, press the window. 26 · In replay mode, you can change the language by holding the button while you press the button, except when a direct print function compatible printer (optional) or a Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional) is connected or during movie playback. Attaching the Strap Pass the tip of the strap up through the strap mount on the camera and then through the bottom of the buckle on the strap. Pull the strap tight in the buckle so that it won't slip. Perform the same steps on the other side of the camera. Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions · Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items when suspending it from the strap. Attaching the Lens Cap Fit the lens cap over the lens casing so that it covers the entire lens. Always replace the lens cap after use. · Attach the lens cap cord to the strap. · Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera´s power. Using the Soft Case (Optional) The soft case SC-DC10 can be used to carry the camera, CF card and the wireless controller. · Optional soft case appearance and specifications may vary according to region. 27 Basic Functions Turning the Power On / Off The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. The power/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as follows. Orange: Shooting mode Green: Replaying mode/Printer connection mode* Yellow: Computer connection mode* Off: The power of the camera is off. * For printer connection mode, see Connecting the camera to a Printer (p. 136). For computer connection mode, see the Software Starter Guide supplied with the camera. Power/Mode Indicator Mode Lever Use this lever to turn the power on. To operate the mode lever, press the release button as shown at left. The mode lever will not operate if release button is not pressed. After the camera is turned on, release the lever. The mode lever returns to its original position (center). Release button Powering the Camera in Shooting Mode 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Release button Turn the mode lever to (Shooting) while pressing the release button. · The power/mode indicator lights orange. · Open the LCD monitor if needed (p. 32). 28 Powering the Camera in Replay Mode 1 Release button Open the LCD monitor and turn the mode lever to (Replay) while pressing the release button. · The power/mode indicator lights green. Turning the Power Off 1 Press the button. · The power goes off. 29 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions will appear in the display panel and a warning beep will sound if you turn on the camera with the lens cap on. If this occurs, remove the lens cap and turn the camera off and back on. · Be careful not to touch the lens when shooting. Please also refrain from forcing the lens with fingers or other objects. It could lead to malfunctions or damage the camera. If this occurs, turn the camera off and back on. · Turning the Power On / Off (continued) · You will hear a startup sound and see the startup image when the power comes on. (To change the startup sound and image, see below and pages 46 and 166.) · The startup image does not appear when the LCD monitor is off or the terminal is connected to a TV. Turning on the camera without the startup sound and image Press and hold the button, then turn on the power. Power-saving Function The camera is equipped with a power-saving function. If [Auto Power Down] is set to [On], the power goes off according to the following conditions. Shooting Mode: Powers down approximately three minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed. The LCD monitor will shut off approximately three minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed even if the power-saving function is turned off. Replaying Mode: Powers down approximately five minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed. Printer Connection Mode: Powers down approximately five minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed on the camera or something is printed on the printer. PC Connection Mode: Displays a warning message on the computer screen approximately 5 minutes after a control is last accessed. The camera will power down if no controls are used after 1 additional minute. It will not activate when the camera's communication setting is set to [PTP] (p. 157). · Turning the mode lever toward or will restore power when the camera shuts down with the power-saving function. · Please note that the camera continues to consume a minimal amount of power even when the power-saving function shuts it down. · The power-saving function is disabled while a slide show plays on the camera (p. 124). · You can turn off the power-saving function in the [ (Set up)] menu (p. 162). 30 Switching between Shooting and Replaying You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Replaying mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or deleting an image immediately after it is shot. 2 Shooting Mode the LCD turn 1 Open pressing monitor andbuttonthe mode lever to while the release (p. 29). (Replay) · The camera switches to Replaying mode. In this case, the lens does not retract. (If the mode lever is turned to (Replay) again, the lens retracts.) (Shooting) while · To return to Shooting mode, turn the mode lever to pressing the release button or press the shutter button halfway. 2 Replaying Mode 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press the shutter button halfway or turn the mode lever to (Shooting) while pressing the release button (p. 28). · The camera switches to shooting mode. 31 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to confirm an image during shooting, to replay recorded images or to adjust menu settings. It can be opened to the following range of positions. · Opened from left to right 180 degrees. It locks temporarily at 90 degrees. · Tilted forward 180 degrees toward the lens or backward 90 degrees. · The LCD monitor will automatically turn off when it clicks shut against the camera body. For protection, always close the LCD monitor after use. 32 · Prevent the DC cable from touching the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a compact power adapter. The LCD monitor can also be positioned as below. 1 Open the LCD monitor left 180 degrees and tilt it 180 degrees toward the lens. · In this position, icons and messages do not appear on the LCD monitor. · The image shown on the LCD monitor is automatically flipped and reversed so that it appears correctly from in front of the lens. 2 Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body. · Fold it until it clicks into place against the camera body. If it is not fully closed, the image will appear reversed and icons and messages will not display. · Icons and messages will appear and images will show properly (not reversed) when the LCD monitor is folded right against the camera until it clicks. Switching between Display Modes Pressing the button switches the LCD monitor display mode. 2 Shooting Mode · Pressing the button cycles the LCD monitor to the next mode each time the button is pressed. On (No Information) On (Information View)* Off *Depending on the LCD monitor´s position, the information view may not display. 33 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor (continued) · You can also set the LCD monitor display settings in the shooting mode while an button image is being reviewed right after being taken by first pressing the and then the button. · The display mode is memorized when the camera is turned off. It assumes the last mode when it is turned on again. When the LCD monitor is used for shooting and appears, however, the LCD monitor may not the low battery icon automatically turn on the next time the camera is started. · When the LCD monitor is set to On (No Information) or Off, shooting information appears for approximately 6 seconds when you take any of the following actions. · The power is turned on. · The button is pressed. · The focus is set with the manual focus. · The shutter speed or the aperture value is changed with the main dial. · The shooting mode is changed. · Setting the mode dial to or turns on the LCD monitor regardless of whether it is set to on or off. · The camera shake warning icon will appear on the LCD monitor in low light conditions while the camera is preparing to shoot. When this icon appears, set the flash to On or Auto, or fix the camera to a tripod to shoot. 2 Replaying Mode button cycles the information view mode each time the · Pressing the button is pressed. Single Replay (p. 113):Simple Display Detailed Display No Display Index Replay (p. 115): Simple Display No Display 34 Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor displays information in Shooting or Replaying mode, such as the camera settings, remaining image capacity and shooting date / time. 2 Shooting Mode MF (Manual Focus) Indicator The following displays in information view. ··· ··· Exposure Compensation White Balance (WB) Drive Mode ISO Speed Photo Effect Bracket p. 85 p. 86 p. 70, 73 p. 92 p. 89 p. 93, 95 Flash Exposure Compensation / p. 100 Flash output Aperture Recordable Value Images or Shutter Speed Recordable Movie Time AF Frame (sec.) Spot Metering Frame L M1 M2 S x4.0 x5.7 x7.1 x8.9 x11 x14 Compression Settings Resolution Settings File Format Digital Zoom Setting* Low Battery Flash Macro Mode Light Metering Mode Auto Rotate Shooting Mode p. 55 p. 55 p. 58 p. 72 p. 20 p. 60 p. 69 p. 83 p. 111 p. 13 p.110 p. 34 p. 97, 99 p. 105, 106 p. 68 ND (Red) ND Filter Camera Shake Warning AE Lock/FE Lock Manual Focus Movie Recording Mode · The icons in the shaded boxes above appear even when the information view is turned off. · In addition to the above, the message, shutter speed, AF frame , Spot Light Metering Frame, aperture value and MF indicator (when manual focus is selected) are shown as in the example to the upper left. * Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects. These figures appear when the digital zoom is activated. 35 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor (continued) 2 Replaying Mode File Number In simple display mode, the following information appears. L M1 M2 S Compression Settings Resolution Settings (still image) File Format Sound annotation (wave file) Movie Protection Status p. 55 p. 55 p. 58 p. 122 p. 117 p. 128 Image Number Shooting Date / Time and Total (Display Image/ Total) In detailed display mode, the following information also appears. ISO Speed Photo Effect Shooting Mode Resolution Settings (Movie) Exposure level Flash Exposure Compensation White Balance Light Metering Mode Macro Mode Manual Focus p. 92 p. 89 p. 13 p. 55 p. 85 p. 100 p. 86 p. 83 p. 69 p. 105, 106 ··· ··· ··· ··· Aperture Value Shutter Speed Histogram Movie Length · In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture setting, movie length, histogram and overexposure warning appear. The following information may also appear with some image files. An audio file other than a wave file, or a file with an unrecognized format, is attached. JPEG file with format not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards. File with unrecognized format. · 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. 36 About the Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the recorded 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 dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive number. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative number if the image is bright (p. 85). Histogram Examples Dark Image Balanced Image Bright Image Overexposure Warning In detailed display mode, overexposed portions of the image blink. Notice Concerning Shooting When using this camera to shoot scenes containing extremely bright subjects, a vertical, red bar of light may appear on the LCD monitor. This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction. This red bar of light will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies. 37 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot Setting the LCD monitor to Off (p. 33) and using the optical viewfinder can help conserve power while shooting. · You can adjust the viewfinder with the diopter adjustment dial to adapt to your vision so that the subject appears in crisp focus. Adjustments of -3 to +1m -1 (diopter equivalent) can be made. · The viewfinder has a field of vision of approximately 83% of the actual shooting image. Show the center of the image Diopter Adjustment Dial 38