Canon PowerShot SD30 User Guide Advanced User manual

Camera User Guide
Advanced
DIGITAL CAMERA Advanced Camera User Guide
Before Using the Camera
Shooting
Playback/Erasing
Print/Transfer Settings
Viewing Images on a TV set
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Appendix
CDI-E199-010 XX05XXX © 2005 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
ENGLISH
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Main Features
Shooting
Automatically adjusts
shooting settings to match
particular conditions (Scene
mode)
Automatically detects
camera orientation with an
Intelligent Orientation
sensor
Vertical shooting function
(Vertical Shutter Release)
Changes image colors to
create special effects (My
Colors modes)
Playback
Plays movies with sound
Auto plays slideshows
Editing
Records sound memos for
still images
Edits movies
Printing
Makes printing easy with
the Print/Share button
Also supports non-Canon
brand PictBridge compliant
printers
Transfers data to a computer
Effortlessly transfers data with
the Print/Share button.
Camera Station
Wireless Controller
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Conventions Used in this Guide
Icons appearing below titles indicate the modes in which the
procedure can be used.
In this guide, the Basic Camera User Guide is referred to as the
Basic Guide, and the Advanced Camera User Guide is referred to
as the Advanced Guide.
This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.
This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic
operating procedures.
You can use SD* memory cards and MultiMediaCards with this camera.
These cards are collectively called memory cards in this guide.
* SD stands for Secure Digital, a copyright protection system.
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when
used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable
for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc.,
caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories
(e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note
that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the
malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you
may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Using the Self-Timer
Shooting Mode
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 128).
Mode Switch
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Table of Contents
Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera
functions or procedures.
Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the Wireless Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
LCD Monitor Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Formatting Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting the World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Menus and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Menu List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Changing the Resolution and Compression (Still Images) . . 36
Changing the Resolution (Movies) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Using the Digital Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Postcard Date Imprint Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Shooting Vertically (Vertical Shutter Release) . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Movie Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Conventions Used in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide . . . . .12
Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . .16
Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
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Switching between Focusing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock) . . . . . . . . . .49
Switching between Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Shooting in Long Shutter Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Changing the Photo Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Shooting in a My Colors Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Setting the Auto Rotate Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Magnifying Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Viewing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Editing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Rotating Images in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Playback with Transition Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Attaching Sound Memos to Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Automated Playback (Slide Shows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Erasing All Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Setting the DPOF Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Playback/Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Print Settings/Transfer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
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Changing My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Registering My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
When the power is turned on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Shooting Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
TV monitor output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Battery Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Handling the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Using the Battery Charger (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . . . 110
Camera Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Viewing Images on a TV set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) . . . . . . . . .90
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
List of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode . . . . . . . . . . .128
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Handling Precautions
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 Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its
distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising
from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory
cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be
recorded in a way 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.
Please Read
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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. 89).
Language Setting
Please see the Basic Guide (p. 4) to change the language setting.
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety
precautions described below and in the "Safety Precautions"
section of the Basic Camera User Guide. 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.
Equipment refers to the camera, camera station, compact power
adapter or separately sold battery charger.
Battery refers to the battery pack.
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.
Safety Precautions
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Warnings
Equipment
Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other
intense light sources that could damage your eyesight.

Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Accidental damage by a child could result in serious injury.
• Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child's neck could
result in asphyxiation.
• Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. 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 high-voltage electrical shock, do not
touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged.
Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke
or noxious fumes.
Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or
become immersed in, water or other liquids. If the exterior
comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a
soft, absorbent cloth.
Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical
shock. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the
camera battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
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.

Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord.
Use only recommended power accessories.
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.
Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.
Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical
shock.
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Battery
Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to
direct flame or heat.
The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water.
Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the
battery.
Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts
that could damage the casing.
Use only recommended batteries and accessories.
Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment
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 contact these substances,
immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.
Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter
from both the camera station and the power outlet after
recharging or when not in use to avoid fire and other
hazards.
Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets,
bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it
is charging.
Continued use over a long period may cause the units to overheat
and distort, resulting in fire.
Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
The battery charger and compact power adapter are
designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not use it
with other products or batteries.
There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in
fire or electrical shock.
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.
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Others
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.
Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as
credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera.
Such items may lose data or stop working.
Cautions
Equipment
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.
Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas.
Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to
contact the charger terminals or plug.
Such conditions could lead to fire, electrical shock or other
damage.
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.
Ensure that the battery charger is plugged into a power
outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating.
Do not use if the power cord or plug are damaged, or if not
fully plugged into the outlet.
Do not use in locations with poor ventilation.
The above-mentioned can cause leakage, overheating or
explosion, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High
temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.
When not using the camera for extended periods of time,
remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and
store the equipment in a safe place.
The battery can run down.
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Flash
Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck
to the surface of the flash.
Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or
clothing when shooting.
The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The
resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several
pictures in rapid succession.
Doing so could result in burns.
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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
When moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold
temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing the
equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it
adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it
from the bag.
Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures
may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external
and internal surfaces.
If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
Stop using the camera immediately.
Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the memory
card and battery or compact power adapter from the camera and
wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming
use.
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Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide
Front View
Wrist Strap Mount
Speaker
AF-assist Beam (p. 31)
Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (Basic Guide p. 10)
Self-Timer Lamp (p. 41)
Flash (Basic Guide p. 10)
Microphone (p. 75)
Lens
Attaching the Wrist
Strap
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Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide
Back View
LCD Monitor (p. 18)
Tripod Socket
Camera Station Connector
Battery Compartment (Memory Card/Battery Compartment)
Memory Card Slot/Battery Cover (Basic Guide p. 3)
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Operation Panel
Mode Switch (Basic Guide p. 5)
Power Button (Basic Guide p. 5)
Shutter Button (Basic Guide p. 6)
(Print/Share) Button (Basic Guide p. 22)
Indicator (p. 24)
FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 29)
MENU Button (p. 30)
(Self-timer)/ Button (p. 41)
(Shooting: Telephoto/Playback: Magnify)/ Button (p. 69,
Basic Guide p. 10)
(Flash)/ Button (Basic Guide p. 10)
(Shooting: Wide Angle)/ (Single Image Erase)/
Button (Basic Guide pp. 9, 11)
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Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide
Camera Station
You can do the following when the camera is placed in the camera
station.
Always turn off the camera power before placing the
camera in the camera station or removing it. Placing or
removing the camera with the power on will abruptly turn
the camera off.
If the camera is turned on in the camera station, it will
always start up in the playback mode regardless of the
setting selected with the mode switch.
Compact Power Adapter CA-DC20/CA-DC20E is
recommended for powering the camera when the camera is
used in the camera station.
DIGITAL Terminal (Basic Guide p. 19)
DC IN Terminal (Power Input) (Basic Guide p. 2)
A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 89)
Connector Cover
Camera Connector
Charge Indicator
Remote Control Sensor

Charge the battery (Compact Power
Adapter CA-DC20/CA-DC20E is required)
Play back and erase
Connect to a TV and play back
Connect to a printer and print
Connect to a computer and download
You can operate
the camera with
the wireless
controller (p. 16)
or the camera
buttons.
Always put the terminal cover back on the camera connector
when the camera station is being carried or not in use.
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Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations
Install the lithium coin battery (CR2025) before using the wireless
controller.
Removing the Battery
Pull the battery out in the direction of the
arrow.
Using the Wireless Controller
Be particularly careful to keep the lithium coin battery out of
the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if
a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could
damage the stomach or intestinal wall.
1Slip a fingernail into ( )
and press in the direction
of the arrow while slip-
ping another fingernail
into ( ) and removing
the battery holder.
2Place the battery in the
holder with the "+" side
up and replace the
holder.
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Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations
Operating the Wireless Controller
When the camera is placed in the camera station, you can use the
wireless controller to perform the following operations with the camera.
Play back, Erase
Play back images when connected to a TV
Print images when connected to a printer
Download images when connected to a computer
To use the wireless controller, point it at the remote control sensor
on the camera station.
Other than the operations listed above, all of the buttons perform
the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the camera.
However, functions requiring the user to press two buttons at the
same time can only be performed with the camera.
The distance at which the wireless controller can be used will
shorten under the following circumstances.
- When operated at an angle to the remote control sensor
- When strong light strikes the remote control sensor
- When the wireless controller battery is weak
- When used outside
Remote Control Sensor
Transmitter
Pressing this button toggles between
transferring to a computer and playing back on
the LCD monitor.
The information display mode advances
(Standard—Detailed—Off) each time you
press this button.
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You can switch between display styles for information shown on the
LCD monitor as follows.
The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in the
index playback mode (p. 70).
Using the LCD Monitor
1(Set up) Menu [Info Display].
See Menus and Settings (p. 30).
2[Shooting Info]/[Review
Info]/[Replay Info]
Select a display mode.
See Menus and Settings (p. 30).
In a shooting mode, the shooting
information will display for approx-
imately 6 seconds when you
change a setting, such as the flash setting, regardless of the
selected info display mode setting.
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