Canon PowerShot A1100 IS User manual

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Camera User Guide
.....Make sure you read this guide before using the camera.
.....Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future,

Checkifthefollowingitemsareincludedinyourcamerapackage.Ifanything
ismissing,contacttheretailerfromwhichyoupurchasedthecamera.
AA-size Alkaline Memory Card
Camera Batteries (x2) (128 MB)
interface Cable AV Cable Wrist Strap
IFC-400PCU AVC-DC400 WS-800
Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty "Canon Customer
Solution Disk Card Support" Leaflet
Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM.
After installation, shortcut icons appear on the desktop. If the software
installation fails, you can find the manuals in the Readme folder on the
CD-ROM.
Camera User Guide (This Guide)
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many
features to shoot more challenging photos.
Personal Printing Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer and print.
Software Starter Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to a computer.
Explains how to install and use the software on the DIGITAL
CAMERA Solution Disk.
Download ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software Guide (PDF)
from:
http:flweb.canon.jplimaginglinformation.e.htm

TestShots
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 or to be recorded
in away that is machine readable.
Warning Against Copyright infringement
The images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. Do not
record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior permission
of the copyright holder. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying
of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by
means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal
rights even if the image was shot for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If there is a
problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale
before proceeding with a warranty 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. This
is not amalfunction and 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. This is not amalfunction.
Memory Cards
The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are
collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.

Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings .. 20
Easy Shooting (Easy Mode) ............................
Shoot to match special conditions .................... 52 - 55
Take good people shots
Take good landscapes
(p. 52) (p. 54) (p. 54) (p. 55)
Shoot various other scenes
F_rewSrks
(p. 53) (p. 54) (p. 54) (p. 55! ....................
Focus on faces ............................. 20, 61,76, 79
,: Shoot in places where I cannot use the flash
(turn off the flash) .................................... 56
Shoot pictures with me in them too (self-timer) ........... 60, 61
Insert the date and time into my shots .................... 57
Take close-up pictures of subjects (macro shooting) ......... 65
Take sepia toned or black and white pictures ............... 71
,: Change the size of picture I want to take
(recording pixels) ..................................... 66
Take pictures continuously ............................. 68
Shoot without the effects of camera shake (image stabilization).. 111
Shoot without the effects of camera shake even in low light
conditions (High ISO Auto) .......................... 55, 69
Make dark subjects appear brighter (FContrast) ............. 82
Use the viewfinder to shoot ............................. 74
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Look at my pictures .......................... . .:. 23
Easy Playback (Easy Mode) ................... 28
Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ............... 92
Look at my pictures on a TV ............................ 95
Quickly search pictures ............................. 90, 91
Erase pictures ................................. 24, 28, 97
Protect pictures from accidental erasure ................... 96
Shoot movies ................................ . . 29
View movies ........................................ 31
,i_i:_Easily print pictures .......................... _........
Save images to a computer ................... .32
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Turn off sounds 47
Use the camera abroad ................................ 38
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Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of
this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you
learn more as you read each chapter.
Checking the Package Contents ....... 2
Read This First .................................. 3
What Do You Want to Do? ................ 4
Safety Precautions ............................. 8
MENU Menu - Basic Operations.... 46
Changing the Sound Settings ......... 47
Returning the Camera to Default
Settings ........................................... 48
Formatting Memory Cards .............. 49
Inserting the Batteries and Memory
Card ................................................. 12
Setting the Date and Time ............... 16
Setting the Display Language .......... 18
Pressing the Shutter Button ............. 19
Taking Pictures ....................... 20
[] Viewing Images .......................... 23
Erasing Images ................................ 24
Printing Images .......................... 25
Shooting in Easy Mode .............. 27
Easy Playback/Erasing .............. 28
_li Shooting Movies ......................... 29
Viewing Movies ................................ 31
Transferring Images to a
Computer ......................................... 32
Accessories ..................................... 36
Separately Sold Accessories ........... 38
Components Guide .......................... 40
Power Saving Function
(Auto Power Down) .......................... 41
Information Displayed on the
Screen ............................................. 42
Indicators ......................................... 44
FUNC. Menu - Basic
Operations ....................................... 45
Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 52
SCN Shooting in Special
Conditions ....................................... 53
(_ Turning the Flash Off.................. 56
Inserting the Date and Time ............ 57
Zooming in More Closely on
Subjects (Digital Zoom) ................... 58
qi_Using the Self-Timer ................... 60
_ Using the Face Self-Timer .......... 61
p Shooting in Program AE ............. 64
,_ Turning the Flash On................... 64
Shooting Close-ups (Macro) ....... 65
_, Shooting Far Away Subjects
(Infinity) ........................................... 65
Changing the Recording Pixels
(Image Size) .................................... 66
Changing the Image Quality
(Compression Ratio) ....................... 66
[] Adjusting the Brightness
(Exposure Compensation) .............. 68
_j Continuous Shooting ................. 68
ISO Changing the ISO Speed ......... 69

AdjustingtheWhiteBalance...........70
ChangingtheToneofanImage
(MyColors).....................................71
ShootingUsingaTVMonitor..........72
_ShootingUsingtheTwoSecond
Self-Timer.......................................72
_CustomizingtheSelf-Timer........73
ChangingtheCompositionwith
theFocusLock................................74
ShootingUsingtheViewfinder........74
ChangingtheAFFrameMode........76
AFLShooting with the AF Lock ........ 77
Magnifying the Focal Point .............. 78
_J_Selecting the Person to
Focus On (Face Select) .................. 79
Changing the Metering Mode .......... 80
AELShooting with the AE Lock ........ 80
EELShooting with the FE Lock ........ 81
_* Shooting with Slow Synchro ...... 81
€| Making Dark Subjects Appear
Brighter (i-Contrast) ........................ 82
@ Red-Eye Correction ................... 83
*S Shooting Long Exposures .......... 84
Changing the Image Quality ........... 86
AE Lock/Exposure Shift .................. 87
Other Shooting Functions ............... 87
Playback Functions ......................... 88
Searching Images by Sets of 9
(Index Display) ................................ 90
Table of Contents
Searching for Images Using the
Jump Display ................................... 91
Viewing Slideshows .................... 92
Checking the Focus ......................... 93
O, Magnifying Images ..................... 94
[1 Changing Image Transitions ....... 94
Viewing Images on a TV ................. 95
O'_ Protecting Images ..................... 96
/_ Erasing All Images ...................... 97
[__Rotating Images .......................... 97
F,_ Resizing Images ......................... 98
€| Making Dark Subjects Appear
Brighter (i-Contrast) ......................... 99
Correcting the Red-Eye
Effect ............................................. 1go
Printing from the Print List
(DPOF) .......................................... 101
Selecting Images for Printing
(DPOF) .......................................... 102
Changing Functions ...................... 106
Changing Shooting Functions ....... 109
Changing Playback Functions ....... 112
Using Household Power ................ 114
Troubleshooting ............................. 115
List of Messages that Appear
on the Screen ................................ 118
Functions Available in Each
Shooting Mode .............................. 120
Menus ............................................ 122
Handling Precautions .................... 125
Specifications ................................ 126
Index .............................................. 128

Beforeusingthecamera,pleaseensurethatyoureadthesafetyprecautions
describedbelow.Alwaysensurethatthecameraisoperatedcorrectly.
Thesafetyprecautionsnotedonthefollowingpagesareintendedtopreventinjuries
toyourselfandotherpersons,ordamagetotheequipment.
Besuretoalsochecktheguidesincludedwithanyseparatelysoldaccessoriesyou
use.
Z_WarningDenotesthepossibilityofseriousinjuryordeath.
/_ Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
Camera
Do not look through the camera viewfinder at bright light sources (the sun,
etc.).
This could damage eyesight.
DonottriggertheflashinctoSepro×imitVtohumaneyes:
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage 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 chiidren ana infantsl
Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. If this occurs,
contact a doctor immediately.
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, a strange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to dean the
equipment.
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.
Use only recommended power sources.
Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock.

Safety Precautions
Battery
Use only recommended batteries.
Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame.
Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids.
Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts.
This may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
Other Warnings
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support
data CD-ROMs.
Playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the
speakers. It is also possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to
the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on a music CD player.
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 damage the camera or lead to injury.
- Places subject to strong sunlight.
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F).
- Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the batteries, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause
deformation of the casing.
Do not aim the camera at bright fight sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor.
When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to
allow dust or sand to enter the camera.

Safety Precautions
Do not use the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface, or if it is
covered by your fingers or clothing.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
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.
Do not sit in a chair with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the LeD monitor.
Do not attach accessories to the strap.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
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Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in
mode, and then how to view, erase and print the images you
take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view
images in Easy Mode, how to shoot and view movies and how to
transfer images to a computer.
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
Attach the included strap and place it around your wrist 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 block the flash.
Strap
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Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera.
Check the card's write-protect tab.
If the memory card has a write-protect tab,
you will not be able to record images if the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
up until you hear a click.
Open the cover.
Slide and hold the cover lock (_, then
slide and open the cover (_) as shown.
Inse thebatteries.
Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends
oriented correctly.
Label
insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with a click.
Be sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card in the
wrong direction could damage the
camera.
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inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
c osethe°over.
Close the cover (_ and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place (_).
Removing the Memory Card
Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it.
The memory card will pop up.
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inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Alkaline Batteries NiMH Batteries
(Supplied) (Sold Separately)
140 350
430 700
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*The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products
Association (ClPA) measurement standard.
Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken.
Depending on the brand of alkaline batteries used, the number of shots that can be
taken may vary widely.
The values for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries.
Compatible Batteries
AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold
separately) (pp. 36, 38).
We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above
because performance varies widely.
NiMH batteries last much longer than alkaline batteries, especially in cold
weather.
Battery Charge indicator
When battery charge is low, an icon and message will appear. If the
batteries are charged, the icon and message will not display.
Battery charge is low. Prepare new batteries to
_[! continue using the camera.
"Change the batteries." The batteries are depleted. Insert new batteries.
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Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
supplied_ )GB G
39 626 2505
Values are based on the default settings.
The number of shots that can be taken wil! vary depending on camera settings, the
subject and the memory card used.
You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a
Shooting Mode (p. 20).
Compatible Memory Cards
.....SD memory cards
.....SDHC memory cards 'S'_"
.....MultiMediaCards
.....MMCplus memory cards
.....HC MMCplus memory cards
Number of shots that can be taken
SD and SDHC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked
position, [Card Locked!] will appear and you will not be able to take or erase
images.
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The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned
on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these
settings, be sure to set them.
...........................................................................................................................................................................Turn on the camera.
:::; Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
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Set the date and time.
Press the _ _ buttons to select an option.
Press the ,_'_ buttons to set a value.
Makethesetting.
Press the @ button.
Once the date and time have been set,
the Date/Time screen will close.
Pressing the power button will turn off the
camera.
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/
Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
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Setting the Date and Time
Changing the Date and Time
You can change the current date and time settings.
.... Display the menus.
Press the MENUbutton.
select[uatemme:]inthett tab.
Press the 4 _ buttons to select the _'T tab.
Press the Av buttons to select [Date/
Time], then press the @ button.
: ch..ge thea.te..a t_me.
;: Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 16 to adjust
the setting.
To close the menus, press the MENU
button.
The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the
date/time settings to be retained about three weeks after the batteries has been
removed.
You can recharge the battery in approximately 4 hours by inserting AA-size
alkaline batteries or using the separately sold AC adapter (pp. 36, 38). You do
not need to turn the camera on to recharge the battery.
If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time menu will appear when you
turn the camera on. Follow the steps on p. 18 to set the date and time.
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You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and
messages.
;Z _ /, _;_ Set the playback mode.
_-I _II_ Press the [] button.
JfW .......
J'l
Display the settings screen.
Press and hold the @ button (_, then
press the MENUbutton (_.
: setthedisplaylanguage.
Press the Av _), buttons to select a
language, then press the @ button.
Once the display language has been set,
the language menu will close.
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The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure
to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take the shot.
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stop).
The camera automatically makes the
necessary settings for shooting, such as
focusing and setting the brightness.
When the camera focuses, it will beep
twice and the indicator will light green.
Press fully (to the second stop).
The camera plays the shutter sound and
takes the shot.
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Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you
can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot.
The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and
brightness to optimal levels.
Turn on the camera,
Press the power button.
The start-up sound will play, and the start-
up screen will appear.
Pressing the power button again will turn
the camera off.
se=ectthe moae.
Set the mode dial to q_]_).
When you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make a slight
noise as it determines the scene.
The camera focuses on the subject it
judges to be the main subject, and
displays the icon for the determined scene
in the upper left of the screen.
When faces are detected, a white frame
appears on the face of the main subject,
while gray frames appear on other
detected faces.
Even if the detected faces move, the
camera will follow the faces within a
certain range.
Compose the shot.
Moving the zoom lever toward E_-]will
zoom in on your subject, making it appear
larger. Moving the lever toward [] will
zoom out from your subject, making it
appear smaller.
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