User manual CANON DIGITAL IXUS V2

ENGLISH CDI-E051 DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide Camera User Guide CDI-E051-010 XX01XXX.X © 2002 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN · Please read the Read this First section (p. 7). · Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the software and downloading images. · Please refer to the Quick Start section for a simple explanation of shooting, replaying and erasing (p. 12). · 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. 1 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. 123). Charging the Date/Time Battery · The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This battery recharges when the main battery pack is inserted into the camera. When you first purchase the camera, place a charged battery pack in it or use the AC adapter kit (sold separately) for at least 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power is set to Off. · If the Set Date / Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it means that the date/time battery charge is depleted. Recharge it as described above. 2 About this Guide Conventions Used in the Text Icons on the right end of title bars show the applicable operating modes. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to ,, or . , Self-timer White buttons indicate the button that will be pushed in the particular procedure. In the example here, for instance, you should press the MENU button. 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 How do I navigate the Menu? Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 37) 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. 74) How do I go about printing? About Printing (p. 90) What functions are available through the menu? Rec. Menu (p. 117) Play Menu (p. 120) Setup Menu (p. 122) 3 Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read this First Please Read .......................................................................... 7 Safety Precautions ............................................................... 7 Preventing Malfunctions ................................................... 11 Quick Start Section Quick Start Section ............................................................ 12 Components Guide Front View ......................................................................... 14 Back View .......................................................................... 15 Operation Panel ................................................................ 16 Indicators ........................................................................... 17 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack ................................................ 18 Installing the Battery Pack ................................................ 20 Installing a CF Card ........................................................... 22 Setting the Date and Time ................................................ 24 Setting the Language ....................................................... 25 Basic Functions Turning the Power On / Off ............................................... 26 Switching between Shooting / Replay ............................... 28 Using the LCD Monitor ..................................................... 29 Using the Viewfinder ........................................................ 33 Pressing the Shutter Button .............................................. 34 Using the Zoom ................................................................. 36 Selecting Menus and Settings ......................................... 37 Menu Settings and Factory Defaults ................................ 40 4 Table of Contents Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode ............................................... 42 Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ....................... 44 Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ..................... 45 Using the Flash ............................................................. 47 Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots ........................ 49 Using the Digital Zoom ..................................................... 50 Shooting Continuously .............................................. 51 Using the Self-timer .................................................... 52 Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode ................................ 53 Shooting a Movie ....................................................... 56 Locking the Focus (AF Lock) .............................................. 58 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ........................... 60 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) .................. 61 Switching between Autofocus Methods .......................... 62 Switching between Light Metering Modes ............... 63 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ....................... 64 Shooting in Long Shutter Mode ....................................... 65 Setting the White Balance ......................................... 67 Changing the Photo Effect ........................................ 70 Adjusting the ISO Speed ................................................... 71 Setting the Auto Rotate Function .................................... 72 Resetting the File Number ................................................ 73 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ................... 74 Replaying Viewing Images Singly (Single Image View) .................... 76 Magnifying Images ..................................................... 77 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index View) ........... 78 Viewing Movies ................................................................. 79 Rotating Images in the Display ......................................... 81 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) .................................. 82 Protecting Images ............................................................. 86 Table of Contents 5 Erasing Erasing Single Images ................................................. 87 Erasing All Images ............................................................. 88 Formatting CF Cards .......................................................... 89 Printing About Printing ................................................................. 90 Print Menu Settings ......................................................... 92 Connecting a Printer ......................................................... 94 Printing .............................................................................. 97 Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print function) ............. 99 Setting the DPOF Print Settings ...................................... 103 Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) Selecting Images for Transferring ................................... 111 Shooting/Replaying with a TV Shooting / Replaying with a TV ....................................... 113 Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Directly from a CF Card ............................ 114 Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable .......................................... 115 Lists of Menu Options and Messages Rec. Menu ....................................................................... 117 Play Menu ....................................................................... 120 Set up Menu ................................................................... 122 Resetting All Settings to Their Default Values ............... 124 List of Messages ............................................................... 125 6 Table of Contents Appendices Using a Household Power Source ................................... 129 Using a Car Battery Charger ........................................... 130 Camera Care and Maintenance ...................................... 131 Troubleshooting .............................................................. 132 Specifications Specifications ................................................................... 136 Index Index ............................................................................ 142 7 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 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. 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 and its power supply accessories, such as the battery charger and optional compact power adapter or car battery charger. 8 Read This First Warnings · Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that could injure 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 injure eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. · 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. · 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 the closest 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 cable from the electrical 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 cable from the electrical outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Read This First 9 · 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. If water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately turn the camera's power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power cable from the electrical 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 cable on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the electrical outlet and the surround 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 cable. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock. · Do not handle the power cable if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cable 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. 10 Read This First · 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 or battery case 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. · Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-1LH or NB-1L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire or electrical shock. · Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the electrical outlet after recharging and when they are not in use to avoid fire 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 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. 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. Read This First 11 · 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 extended periods 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 Compact Power Adapter (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 battery pack and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with a battery pack installed will run down the battery pack and may damage the camera. Please note, however, that the date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default settings if the battery pack has been removed for more than three weeks. Follow the instructions in this guide to reset the desired settings. 12 Quick Start Section 1 Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18). Place the battery pack in the battery charger and plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The charging indicator shines red while charging and changes to green when the battery pack is charged. Charging Indicator 2 Install the Battery Pack (p. 20). Slide the battery cover open and press the battery lock while you insert the battery pack. Insert the battery pack correctly by aligning the arrows on the camera and battery pack. Battery Lock Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover 3 Install the CF Card (p. 22). Slide the lock on the CF card cover to open it and insert the CF card. 4 Set the Mode Switch to (Shooting) (p. 42). 5 Turn on the Power (p. 26). Press the ON/OFF Button until the power / // lamp in the center of the 4 buttons lights. Power Lamp Quick Start 13 6 Focus (p. 34). Aim the camera and lightly press (halfway) the shutter button. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. 7 Shoot (p. 35). Press the shutter button all the way. One beep will sound when the shot is complete. 8 View the Recorded Image (p. 44). The recorded image displays for approximately 2 seconds. To continue displaying the image, keep the shutter button pressed or hold the shutter button button and then until you press the release both. · To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image 1. Press the button while the image is displayed. 2. Confirm that [Erase] is selected button. and press the · Set the date and time if the Set Date/Time menu appears (p. 24). · You can change the language in which menus are displayed (p. 25). · To view the other images you have photographed, refer to the Replaying section (p. 76). · After you finish using the camera, press the ON/OFF Button to shut the power off. 14 Components Guide Front View Microphone Button (p. 34) Viewfinder Window (p. 33) AF-assist Beam (p. 35) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 48) Self - timer Lamp (p. 52) Optical Shutter Flash (p. 49) DIGITAL·A / V OUT (Digital Audio/ Video Output) Terminal (pp. 95, 96, 113, 115) Cover Terminal Lens · The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. - Computer (p. 115) USB Interface Cable IFC-200PCU (supplied with camera) - Direct Print Function Compatible Printer (sold separately) (p. 94) Direct Interface Cable DIF-200 (supplied with printer) - Direct Print Function Compatible Bubble Jet Printer (sold separately) (p. 95) Prease refer to your Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide. Please refer to the System Map supplied with the camera for direct print function compatible printers. Components Guide 15 Back View Viewfinder Lock (p. 33) for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22) Strap Eyelet Wrist Attaching the Wrist Strap* 1 2 Battery DC LCD Cover (p. 20) Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 129) Monitor (p. 29) Socket Tripod * Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when dangling it from the wrist strap. 16 Components Guide Operation Panel Indicators Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer ON/OFF Button (p. 26) Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) (p. 36) Replay: (Magnify) (p. 77)/ (Index) (p. 78) Mode Switch (p. 42) (Light Metering) (p. 63)/ (Flash) (p. 49) / Button Button (Continuous) (p. 51) / Button (Macro) / (Self-timer)(p. 52) / Button (Infinity) (p. 49) / (Exposure) (p. 60) / (White Balance) (p. 67) / (Photo Effects) (p. 70) / (Single Image Erase) (p. 87) Button (Display) Button (Menu) Button (Set) Button Components Guide 17 Indicators The indicators shine or flash when the ON / OFF Button or shutter button is pressed. Upper Indicator Green: Flashing Green: Ready to shoot / Connection preparations complete (during a computer connection) Initializing camera / Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing from CF card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Ready to shoot with slow shutter speed (flash on) Orange: Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot but shutter speed is slow (camera shake warning) Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode / Infinity mode / Focus lock (Method 2, p. 58) Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty (1 beep sounds). Although you can press the shutter button, you are recommended to use the focus lock (p. 58). 18 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the camera or when the "Change the battery pack" message displays. Battery charger model names and types vary by region. CB-2LS Charging Indicator CB-2LSE Charging Indicator · Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown and insert the charger's plug into an electrical outlet. · Align the battery pack correctly with the arrows on it and the charger. · The charging indicator will shine red while the battery pack is charging. It will change to green when the charge is complete. · After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the battery pack. · To protect the battery pack and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously. · Since this is a lithium ion battery pack, you need not completely discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any point. · It takes approximately 130 minutes to fully charge the battery pack from a fully discharged state (based on standard Canon testing criteria). Please charge it at an ambient temperature ranging between 5º and 40º C (41º and 104º F). · Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature and the battery pack's charge state. · See Battery Capacity (p. 138).