Canon Canonet 1 User manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA
Getting Started
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the Pac a ontents
Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything
is missing,
contact the retailer where you purchased the camera.
Camera
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Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
Canon Digital Camera
Solution Disk
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AA-size Alkaline Memory Card
Batteries (x2) (32MB)
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AV Cable
Wrist Strap
AVC-DC400 WS-DC6
DD
Warranty Card
"Canon Customer
Support" Leaflet
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Getting Started
This Guide
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Also refer to the electronic manuals (PDF) on the CD-ROM.
-Camera User
Guide
-Direct Print User Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to aprinter and print.
-Software Starter Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to acomputer.
Explains how to install and use the software
on the Canon Digital
Camera Solution Disk.
Download Zoom Browser EXllmageBrower Software Guide (PDF)
from:
http://web.canon.jp/imaginglinformation-e.htm
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•You can use the included memory card to try out your new camera and
take some test shots.
Adobe Reader must be installed to view the PDF manuals.
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Conventions Used in this Guide
•Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ].
Buttons on the camera body are represented by the following icons.
~~~---- ~ button
J1!!!1!!!!~CJ-ii;;,;;;;;;::--- @FUNC.lSET(Function/Set)button
~ button
~ button
-~~~~-- Tbutton
--- 8MENU button
"------- 8DISP. (Display) button
@: Troubleshooting tips for common problems.
~ :Hints for getting more out of your camera.
CD: Notes for preventing malfunction.
. : Supplemental explanation.
(p. xx): xx stands for reference page number.
This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings unless
otherwise noted.
This camera can use various types of memory cards. These are
collectively referred to
as memory cards in this guide.
Electron·c
anuals (PDF)
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many features to
shoot more challenging photos.
The electronic manuals (PDF) are included
in
the supplied CD-ROM.
When the installation is finished shortcut icons
will appear
on the desktop (If the software fails
to install, please find the manuals
in the
Readme folder on the CD-ROM).
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Read This First
Test Shots
Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images
were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and
affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages
arising from any malfunction
of acamera or accessory, including memory
cards, that results
in the failure of an image to be recorded orto be recorded
in away 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 amanner 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 acamera 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. Ifthere is a
problem with the camera while abroad, please return it back to the country
of
sale before proceeding with awarranty claim to aCanon Customer Support
Help Desk.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer
support list supplied with your camera.
LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than
99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. The
camera
is not damaged. This also has no effect on the recorded image.
Camera Body Temperature
Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the
camera body may become warm. The camera
is not damaged.
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Safety Precautions
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
The safety precautions noted
on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries
to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.
Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you
use.
it Warnings Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
it Cautions Denotes the possibility of injury or damage to the equipment.
AWarnings
Equipment
Do not look through the camera viewfinder at bright light sources (the sun,
etc.).
Exposure to the intense light may damage eyesight.
Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around achild's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. If this occurs,
contact adoctor immediately.
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human 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.
Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not
expressly described in this guide.
To
avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, astrange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do
not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in fire or electrical shock.
If liquid
or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn
the camera power off and remove the batteries.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
Use only recommended power sources.
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Safety Precautions
Batteries
Use only recommended batteries.
Do
not place batteries near or in direct flame.
Do
not let batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other
liquids.
Do
not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to batteries.
Avoid dropping or subjecting batteries to severe impacts.
This may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings.
In the event that abattery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.
ACautions
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunction or damage the image sensor (CCO).
Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks
when hanging it by the strap.
Be careful
not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
When using the camera on abeach or at awindy location, be careful not to
allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places.
-Places subject to strong sunlight.
-Places subject to temperatures above 400C(1040
F).
-Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting
in fire, burns or other
injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation
of the casing.
Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
Ifthe batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
Do not use the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface, or when
covering the flash
with your fingers or clothing.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
For CA, USA only
Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material -special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchloratel for details.
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LCD Monitor Precautions
Do not sit in achair with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunction or damage the LCD monitor.
When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the LCD monitor.
If this occurs, it may cause malfunction or damage the LCD monitor.
Do not attach accessories to the strap.
Doing so may cause malfunction or damage the LCD monitor.

Table of Contents
Checking the Package Contents 2
Conventions Used
in this Guide 3
Electronic Manuals (PDF) 3
Read This First 4
Safety Precautions 6
LCD Monitor Precautions 8
Attaching the Wrist Strap/Holding the Camera 9
Table of Contents 9
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card 10
Setting the Date and Time
14
Setting the Display Language 16
Pressing the Shutter Button 17
Taking Pictures 18
Viewing Images 20
Erasing Images
21
Printing Images 22
Shooting Movies 24
Viewing Movies
26
Transferring Images to aComputer 27
Accessories
32
Separately Sold Accessories 34
Attaching the Wrist Strap/Holding the Camera
Use the included strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.
Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by
the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not touch the flash.
Wrist strap
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Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera.
Check the card's write-protect tab.
Ifthe memory card has awrite-protect tab,
you will not be able to take images if the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
up until you hear aclick.
Open the cover.
Slide and hold the cover lock J), then
slide and open the cover
~ as shown.
Insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) sides
oriented correctly.
Insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card with the label in
the direction shown until it clicks into
place.
Be sure the card is oriented correctly.
Inserting the card
in the wrong direction
Label could damage the camera.
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