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Useof genuineCanonaccessoriesisrecommended,
This product is designed to perform optimally when used with
genuine Canonaccessories. Canonshall not beliable for any damage
to this product and/or accidents suchas fire, etc., caused by the
malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakageand/
or explosion of a battery pack). Please notethat this warranty does
not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine
Canonaccessories, although you may request such repairs on a
chargeable basis.

CameraBodyTemperature
If your camera is used for prolonged periods,the camera body may become
warm. Pleasebeaware of this andtake carewhen operating the camera for
an extended period.
Aboutthe LCDMonitor
The LCDmonitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operateto 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.
VideoFormat
Pleaseset the camera's video signal format to the oneused in your region
before using it with a TV monitor (p. 127).
Chargingthe Date/TimeBattery
•The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the
date,time and other camera settings. This battery rechargeswhen the
main battery pack is inserted into the camera.When you first purchasethe
camera, placeacharged battery packin it or use theACadapter kit (sold
separately) for at least4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will
charge evenwhen the camera power is set to Off.
• If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it
meansthat the date/time battery charge is depleted. Rechargeit as
described above.

ConventionsUsedinthe Text
Iconson the right endof title barsshow the applicable operating modes.
As inthe example below,the procedure can be performed in I_1 (Auto),
QM (Manual), d;;;t (Stitch Assist) or Dm (Movie) mode.
i_: This mark denotes issuesthat may affect the camera's operation.
: This mark denotesadditional topics that complement the basic
operating procedures.
Question?LookHere First
What settings are available _,,
under each function?
Will my settings remain in
effect evenafter I've turned
the camera off?
What can beaccomplished _}@_
with each function?
What do the icons listed in _,,
the CameraUser Guide
mean?

Itemsmarkedwith_ arelistsorchartsthatsummarizecamerafunctionsor
procedures,
Read This First .................................................. 7
PleaseRead...............................................................................................7
SafetyPrecautions.....................................................................................8
PreventingMalfunctions ..........................................................................13
Components 6uide ............................................. 14
Preparing the Camera
ChargingtheBatteryPack.......................................................................18
Installingtile BatteryPack.......................................................................21
Installingthe CFCard..............................................................................23
SettingtheDateandTime.......................................................................26
SettingtheLanguage...............................................................................28
BasicFunctions
Turningthe PowerOn..............................................................................30
Switching BetweenShooting/Playback....................................................32
Usingthe LCDMonitor ............................................................................33
Information Displayedonthe LCDMonitor .............................................35
UsingtheViewfinder...............................................................................39
Usingtile Zoom.......................................................................................40
PressingtheShutter Button ....................................................................41
I_ SelectingMenusandSettings.................................................................43
1_" Menu Settingsand FactoryDefaults........................................................47
ResettingSettingsto Their DefaultValues...............................................52
Shooting
I_1 Shooting in Auto Mode .....................................................................53
Reviewingan ImageRight afterShooting................................................54
ChangingResolution/CompressionSettings...........................................55
QuickShots.............................................................................................57
UsingtheFlash...................................................................................58
ShootingClose-Ups/all, Infinity Shots..............................................60
UsingtheDigital Zoom............................................................................62
ContinuousShooting.........................................................................63
UsingtheSelf-timer...........................................................................64
I_M Shootingin ManualMode...............................................................66
ShootingPanoramicimages(Stitch Assist).....................................67

t_ShootingaMovie...............................................................................70
ShootingHard-to-FocusSubjects(FocusLock,AFLock)........................72
LockingtheExposureSetting(AELock)..................................................74
LockingtheFlashExposureSetting(FELock).........................................75
SwitchingbetweenFocusingModes........................................................76
[] SwitchingbetweenLightMeteringModes.........................................77
AdjustingtheExposureCompensation....................................................78
ShootinginLongShutterMode...............................................................79
AdjustingtheTone(WhiteBalance).........................................................81
ChangingthePhotoEffect........................................................................84
AdjustingtheISOSpeed..........................................................................85
SettingtheAutoRotateFunction.............................................................86
ResettingtheFileNumber........................................................................87
Playback
DisplayingImagesIndividually.................................................................89
O, Magnifying Images.............................................................................90
ViewingImagesin Setsof Nine (Index Playback)............................ 91
Viewing Movies........................................................................................93
Editing Movies.........................................................................................95
Rotating Imagesin the Display................................................................97
AttachingSoundMemosto Images.........................................................98
AutomatedPlayback(SlideShows).......................................................lOg
Protecting Images..................................................................................104
Erasing
,_ ErasingSingle Images.....................................................................105
ErasingAll Images.................................................................................106
FormattingOFCards..............................................................................107
Printing
About Printing........................................................................................108
SettingtheDPOFPrint Settings.............................................................110
ImageTransmissionSettings(DPOETransferOrder)
SelectingImagesfor Transferring..........................................................116
ConnectingtheCameratoa Computer
Connectingthe Camerato a Computer..................................................119
ComputerSystemRequirements....................................................119
DownloadingImagesby DirectTransfer................................................123

ConnectingtheCameratotheComputertoDownloadImageswithout
InstallingSoftware..........................................................................125
DownloadingDirectlyfromaCFCard....................................................126
ViewingImageson a TVset.................................... 127
CustomizingtheCamera(MyCameraSettings)
ChangingMy CameraSettings..............................................................129
RegisteringMy CameraSettings...........................................................131
List of Messages............................................. 134
Troubleshooting .............................................. 136
Appendix
UsinganACAdapter Kit (Sold Separately)............................................ 140
Usinga CarBatteryCharger(Sold Separately)......................................141
CameraCareandMaintenance..............................................................142
Specifications........................................................................................143
PhotoTips andInformation
Tipfor UsingtheSelf-timer...................................................................153
Howto adjusttheexposure...................................................................153
ISOSpeed..............................................................................................154
AdvancedTechniquefor theMacro mode............................................. 154
Index ........................................................... 155
_'Functions Availablein EachShootingMode............. 160

TestShots
Beforeyou try to photograph important subjects,we highly recommend that
you shoot severaltrial images to confirm that the camera is operating and
being operated correctly.
Pleasenote that Canon,its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors
are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction
of acamera or accessory, including CFcards, that results in the failure ofan
imageto berecorded or to berecorded in a format that is machine readable.
WarningAgainstCopyrightInfringement
Pleasenote that Canondigital cameras are intendedfor personal useand
should never beused in a mannerthat infringes upon or contravenes
international or domestic copyright laws andregulations. Pleasebeadvised
that in certain casesthe copying of imagesfrom performances, exhibitions,
or commercial properties by means of acamera or other device may
contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the imagewas shot for
personal use.
WarrantyLimitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. Ifa problem
arises while thecamera is in use abroad, pleaseconvey it backto the
country of sale before proceedingwith awarranty claim to a Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
ForCanonCustomerSupportcontacts,pleaseseetheCanonLimited
Warrantysuppliedwithyourcamera.

• Beforeusing the camera, pleaseensure that you read andunderstand the
safetyprecautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is
operatedcorrectly.
• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intendedto
instruct you in thesafe and correct operation of the camera and its
accessories to prevent injuries or damageto yourself, other persons and
equipment.
• Inthe next few pages,theterm "equipment" refers primarily to the camera
and its power supply accessories, such as the battery chargerand
optional compact power adapter or car battery charger.
/_ Warnings
• Do notaim the camera directlyinto the sonor at other intense light
sourcesthatcoulddamage your eyesight.
•Donottrigger the flash in closeproximity to humanor animal eyes.
Exposureto the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight
In particular, remain at leastone meter (39 inches) away from infants
when usingthe flash.
•Storethis equipment outof the reach of childrenand infants. Accidental
damageto the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury.
In addition, placement ofthe strap around the child's neckcould result in
asphyxiation.
•Denet attempt to disassembleoralter any part ofthe equipmentthat is
notexpresslydescribedin this guide. Disassembly or alteration may
result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and
repairs should beconducted by qualified service personnel authorized by
your camera distributor or a CanonCustomer Support Help Desk.
•To avoid the riskof high-voltage electrical shock,donottouchthe flash
portionof the camera if it hasbeen damaged, Similarly, never touch
internal portions of the equipment that becomeexposed as a result of
damage,There isa risk of high-voltage electrical shock, Pleasetakethe
first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk,

•Stopoperatingthe equipmentimmediately if it emits smokeor noxious
fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock hnmediately
turn the camera power off, remove the camera battery or unplug the
power cablefrom the power outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume
emissions have ceased. Pleaseconsult your camera distributor or the
closest CanonCustomer Support Help Desk.
•Stopoperatingthe equipmentif it is droppedor the casingisdamaged.
Failureto do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the
camera power off, remove the camera battery or unplug the power cable
from the power outlet. Pleaseconsult your camera distributor or the
closest CanonCustomer Support Help Desk.
•Donot allow the equipment to come into contactwith, or become
immersedin, water or other liquids. Do not allow liquidsto enter the
interior The camera has not beenwaterproofed. Ifthe exterior comes into
contactwith liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. If
water or other foreign substances enterthe interior, immediately turn the
camera power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power
cablefrom the power outlet. Continued useof the equipment may result in
fire or electrical shock. Pleaseconsult your camera distributor or the
closest CanonCustomer Support Help Desk.
•Donot usesubstancescontainingalcohol, benzene, thinners or other
flammable substancesto clean or maintain the equipment. The use of
these substances may lead to fire.
•Removethe powercableon a regularperiodic basisand wipe away the
dustand dirt that collectson the plug, the exterior of the power outlet
andthe surroundingarea. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the
dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become
saturated with humidity andshort-circuit, leadingto fire.
•Donot cot, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter
cable. Any of these actions may causean electrical short circuit, which
may leadto fire or electricalshock.
•Donot handlethe power cable il yourhandsare wet. Handling it with
wet hands may leadto electrical shock. When unplugging the cable,
ensurethat you hold the solid portion ofthe plug. Pulling on the flexible
portion of the cable may damage or exposethe wire andinsulation,
creatingthe potential for fires or electrical shocks.

•Useonly recommendedpower accessories. Use of power sources not
expressly recommended for this equipment may leadto overheating,
distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards,
•Donot placethe batteriesnear a heat sourceor exposethem to direct
flame orheat. Neither should you immerse them in water Suchexposure
may damagethe batteriesand leadto the leakageofcorrosive liquids fire,
electrical shock explosion or serious injury.
•Donotattempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
There is serious risk of injury dueto anexplosion hnmediately flush with
water any areaof the body - including the eyesand mouth, or clothing -
that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery, If the eyesor
mouth contact these substances immediately flush with water andseek
medical assistance.
•Avoid droppingor subjectingthe batteries to severe impacts thatcould
damage the casings. It could leadto leakageand injury
•Donotshort-circuitthe batteryterminals with metallic objects, suchas
keyholders, It could leadto overheating, burns andother injuries. Use
the supplied terminal cover to transport or store the battery pack,
•Beforeyoudiscarda battery, coverthe terminals with tape orother
insulatorsto preventdirect contactwith other objects. Contact with the
metallic components of other materials in waste containers may leadto
fire or explosions, Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if
available in your area.
•Useonly recommended batteriesand accessories. Use of batteries not
expressly recommended for this equipment may causeexplosions or
leaks, resulting in fire, injury anddamage to the surroundings.
•Usethe specified battery chargerto chargeBatteryPack NB-1LHor NB-
1L. Useof other chargers may leadto overheating, distortion of the
equipment, fire or electrical shock,
•Disconnectthe batterycharger andcompactpower adapter from both
the camera and the power outletafter rechargingand when it is notin
useto avoid fire and other hazards. Continuous use over a longperiod
may causea unit to overheatand distort, resulting in fire
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• Thecameraterminalsofthebatterychargerandcompactpower
adapteraredesignedforexclusiveusewithyourcamera.Donotuse
themwith otherproductsor batteries.Thereisariskoffireandother
hazards.
Caution about magnetic fields
Keepobjectsthataresensitivetomagneticfields(suchascreditcards)
awayfromthespeakerofthe camera(p.14).Suchitemsmaylosedata
orstopworking.

Cautions
• Avoidusing,placingor storingtheequipmentin placessubjectto
strongsunlightorhightemperatures,suchasthedashboardor trunk
(boot)ofacar.Exposuretointensesunlightandheatmaycausethe
batteriesto leak,overheatorexplode,resultingin fire,burnsor other
injuries.Hightemperaturesmayalsocausedeformationofthecasing.
Ensurethatthereisgoodventilationwhenusingthebatterychargerto
chargethebatterypack.
•Donotstoretheequipmentin humidordustyareas.Storagein such
areascouldleadto fire,electricalshockorotherdamage.
• Becarefulnottobangthecameraorsubjectit tostrongimpactsor
shocksthatcouldleadtoinjuryordamagetheequipmentwhen
wearingorholdingitbythestrap.
•Becarefulnottocovertheflashwithyourfingersorclothingwhen
shooting,Theflashmaybedamagedandemitsmokeor noise.In
addition,donottouchthesurfaceoftheflashaftertakingseveralpictures
in rapidsuccession.Eitheractioncouldresultin burns.
•Donotoperatetheflashwithdirt,dustor otheritemsstucktoitslens.
Theresultingheatbuild-upcoulddamagetheflash.
•Ensurethatthebatterychargerispluggedintoa poweroutletofthe
specifiedrating,notoverthespecifiedrating.Theplugofthebattery
chargervariesaccordingto region.
•Donotusethebatterychargerorcompactpoweradapteriftheplugor
cableisdamaged,or iftheplugisnotfullyinsertedintothepower
outlet.
•Donotallowmetalobjects(suchaspinsorkeys)ordirttocontactthe
chargerterminalsorplug.
•Ifyourcameraisusedforprolongedperiods,thecamerabodymay
becomewarm.Pleasetakecarewhenoperatingthecamerafor extended
periodsasyourhandsmayexperienceaburningsensation.
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AvoidStrongMagnetic Fields
Neverplacethe camera in close proximity to electric motors or other
equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposureto strong
magnetic fields may causemalfunctions or corrupt image data.
AvoidCondensationRelated Problems
Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may
causecondensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal
surfaces, Youcan avoid this by placing the equipment in anairtight,
resealable plastic bagand letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly
before removing it from the bag.
If CondensationFormsInside the Camera
Stop usingthe camera immediately if you detect condensation Continued
use may damage the equipment, RemovetheCF card, battery pack or
compact power adapter from the camera andwait until the moisture
evaporatescompletely before resuming use.
ExtendedStorage
When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the
battery packandstore the equipment in a safe place,Storing the camera for
extended periods with a battery pack installedwill run down the battery
packand maydamage thecamera, Thedate,time and othercamera settings
may reset to default settings if the battery packhas been removed for more
than three weeks. Follow the instructions in this guide to reset the desired
settings,

ViewfinderWindow(p. 39)
-- Lens
-- WristStrapMount
iF-assistBeam(p, 42)
Red-eyeReductionLamp (p. 58)
Self-timer Lamp(p. 64)
Microphone(p. 98)
Speaker
Flash(p. 58)
-- DIGITALTerminal(p. 120)
-- AN Out(Audio/VideoOut)
Terminal(p, 127)
- Terminal Cover
AttachingtheWrist Strap*
* Becareful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items when
dangling it from the wrist strap.
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Viewfinder(p. 39)
LCDMonitor(p. 33)
TripodSocket
-- Lockforthe CFCard Slot
ver(p. 23)
DCCouplerTerminal
Cover(p. 140)
The following cables are used to connect the camerato a computeror
Jrinter.
Computer (p. 118)
Interface Cable IFC-4OOPCU(supplied with the camera)
DirectPrint CompatiblePrinters (Sold Separately}
• CPPrinters
Interface Cable IFC-4OOPCU(supplied with camera) or the Direct
Interface Cable DIF-IO0 (supplied with the CP-IOO/CP-IO).
• Bubble Jet Printers
-Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers:
Pleaserefer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide.
-PictBridge Compliant Printers:
Interface CableIFC-4OOPCU(supplied with the camera)
•PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers:
Interface Cable IFC-4OOPCU(supplied with the camera)
Pleaserefer to the SystemMaporthe DirectPrintUserGuidesupplied
withthe camerafor directprintcompatibleprinterinformation.

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ShootingModeDial(p, 53) r-- PowerLamp
|Lightswhentilepowerisonortransmissionpreparations
ndcators_ 17t I arecompletewhenconnectedtoacomputer
"P" "II-- ON/OFFButton(p.30)
I I _E- ShutterButton(p. 41)
I I _I I _ I ZoomLever
7. II Shooting:
f_°_°__"_ I_ ....o..... _ E$3(Telephoto)/
_(__ [_ (WideAngle)(p, 40)
_'_'_. '_ L_,, )_F_ Replay:
..... I_,('-'_ o_'_(_ (Magnify)(p, gO)/
I _ "j[](Index)(p'gl)
LI re(Light Metering)Button(p. 77)/
Button
_,(Flash)Button(p, 58)/
Button
I _ (Continuous)Button(p, 63)/
®(Self-timer)Button(p. 64)/
GButton
I _ (Macro)/_l, (Infinity)Button(p, 60)/
_) Button
IFUNC.(Function)Button(p, 43)/
Kj (SingleImageErase)Button(p. 105)
IDISP.(Display)Button(p. 33)
IMENUButton
-- SETButton
The following operations are accessiblethrough one easypress ofthe
:_ (Print/Share) button.
•Printing: Seethe Direct Print UserGuide(separate from this guide)
• Downloading images (Windows only): Seep.118 of this guide and the
Software Starter Guide(separate from this guide)
The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection.
Blue: Readyto print/Ready to transfer images
Blinking blue: Printing/Transferring

TheindicatorlightsorblinkswhentheON/OFFbuttonorshutterbuttonis
pressed,
UpperIndicator
Green: Readyto shoot
BlinkingGreen: Recordingto CFcard/ReadingCFcard/Erasingfrom CF
card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection)
Orange: Readyto shoot (flash on)
BlinkingOrange: Readyto shoot (camera shakewarning)
LowerIndicator
fellow: Macro mode/Infinity mode/AF lock
Blinkingfellow: Focusing difficulty (single beep),
Although you can still press the shutter button when the
indicator blinks yellow, you are recommendedto shoot
usingthe focus lock or AF lock (p. 72).

Usethefollowingprocedurestochargethebatterypackthefirsttimeyou
usethecameraorwhenthe"Changethebatterypack"messagedisplays.
Charge indicator
Insertthe battery pack into the
battery charger.
Alignthebatterypackaccordingtothe
arrowsonthebatteryandthecharger.
Insertthebatterysecurely.
Batterychargermodelnamesandtypes
varybyregion.
(ForCB-2LS)
Plug the battery charger into a
power outlet.
(ForCB-2LSE)
Attachthepowercordtotheballery
chargerandplugil inloa poweroullet.
• The charge indicator will light red while
the battery pack is charging. It will change
to green whenthe charge is complete.
• After charging, unplug the battery charger
and remove the battery pack.
To protect the battery pack and prolong its fife,do not charge it for
longer than 24 hours continuously.
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