Canon PowerShot SD940IS Digital Elph User manual

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ure you read this guide before using the camera.
. . fely so that you can use it in the future.
Ialong with the
PDF manuals included on the CD-ROM (p. 2).
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Check ifthe following items are included in your camera package. Ifanything
is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.
Camera Battery Pack NB-4L
(with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger
CB-2LV/CB-2LVE
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
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Getting Started
(This guide)
AVCabie
AVC-DC400
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk o
Warranty
Card
Wrist Strap
WS-DC7
"Canon Customer
Support" Leaflet
Using the PDF Manuals
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
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 aprinter
(sold separately) and print.
•Software Guide
Read when you want to use the included software.
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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
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
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of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by
means
of acamera or other device may contravene copyright orother 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 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°!c> of the pixels operate to specification, but-
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright ordark dots. This
is not amalfunction and has no effect on the recorded image.
HThe LCD monitor may be covered with athin plasticfilm for protection
against scratches during shipment. Ifso, remove the film before using the
camera.
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.
Trademark Acknowledgments
The SDHC logo is atrademark.
HOMI, the HOMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks
or registered trademarks of HOMI Licensing LLC.
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Safety Precautions I
c'l Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery 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.
Ifthe battery
ch~rger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera
distributor
or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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. ~ Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
~ Do not cut, damage, alter or plac~ heavy items on the power cord.
*Unplug the power cord periodically and wipe a\Y.ay any dust and dirt that has
collected on the plug, the exterior
of the poweroutlet, and the surrounding area.
,. Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
This could result in fire or electrical shock.
Other Warnings
%' Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD playerthat 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 aCD-ROM played on amusic CD player.
ACaution
@Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks
when hanging it by the strap.
'l Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could damage the camera or lead to injury.
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~, Do not use the equipment in amannerthat exceeds the rated capacity of the
electrical outlet
or wiring accessories. Do not use if the power cord or plug are
damaged,
or not fUlly plugged into the outlet.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
t, Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places.
"Places subject to strong' sunlight.
,. Places subject to temperatures above 40°C (104 OF).
.. Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion
of the battery, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause
deformation
of the casing.
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!~ Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the charger
terminals
or plug.
This could result in fire, electrical shock or other damage.
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t< The slideshowtransition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for
prolonged periods.
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Safety Precautions
to. 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 could result in burns or damage to the flash.
Caution
". Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor.
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*' When using the camera on abeach or at a windy location, be careful not to
allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
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(I, In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash.
This is dueto the high intensity of the flash burning dustand foreign materials stuck to
the front of the unit. Please use acotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign
matterfrom the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
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~ Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after recharging.is complete,
or when you are not using it.
$Do not place anything,such as cloth on top of the battery charger while it is
charging. .
Leaving the unit plugged in for along period of time may cause it to overheat and
distort, resulting in fire ..
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,,~ Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camerg.
Ifthe battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
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f;' 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.
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i!. Do not place the battery near pets.
Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in fire
or injuries.
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(I Do notsit in a chair with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
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"~' When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the LCD monitor.
"Do not attach accessories to the,strap.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
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Checking the Package Contents : : 2
Read This First 3
Safety Precautions 4
Table
of Contents 7
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera 7
Charging the Battery 8
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card 10
Setting the Date and Time 13
Setting the Display Language 15
Formatting Memory Cards 16
Pressing the Shutter Button 17
Taking Pictures 18
Viewing Images
21
Erasing Images 22
Printing Images 23
Shooting Movies 25
Viewing Movies 27
Transferring Images to aComputer 28
Accessorjes
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Separately Sold Accessories 34
i} 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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Use the included chargerto charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery
as it is not charged at the time
of purchase.
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Remove the cover.
'. Insert the battery.
Align the .& marks on the battery and
charger, then insertthe battery by sliding it
in CD and down ®.
.Charge the battery.
For CB-2LV: Flip outthe plug CD and plug
the charger into apower outlet ® .
For CB-2LVE: Plug the power cord into
the charger, then plug the other end into a
power outlet.
The charge lamp lights red and charging
starts.
The charge lamp will light green when
charging has finished. Charging takes
approx. 1hour and 30 minutes.
Remove the battery.
Unplug the battery chargerfrom the power
outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it
in CD and up ® .
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Charging the Battery II
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Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
220
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,The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera &Imaging Products
Association (CIPA) measurement standard.
~ Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may be less
than mentioned above.
Battery Charge Indicator
An icon or message will appear on the screen indicating the battery's charge state.
Slightly depleted, but sufficient.
a(Blinking red)
"Change the battery pack."
Nearly depleted.
Depleted. Recharge the battery.
<y Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used.
Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used.
~-~~--- Attach the cover to acharged battery
so that the
~ mark is visible.
'i How to store the battery for long periods.
Deplete and remove the battery from the camera. Attach the terminal cover and
store the battery. Storing abattery for long periods
oftime (about ayear) without
depleting it may shorten its life span
or affect its performance.
. ~. The battery charger can also be used when abroad.
The charger can be used in regions that have 100 -240 V(50/60 Hz) AC power.
Ifthe plug does not fit the outlet, use acommercially available plug adapter.
Do
not use electrical transformers for foreign travel as they will cause damage.
l' The battery may develop abulge.
Tbis is anormal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate aproblem.
However,
if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the
camera, please contact aCanon Customer Support Help Desk.
* If the battery is quickly depleted even aftercharging, it has reached the
end
of its life span.
Purchase anew battery.
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Insert the included battery and amemory card into the camera.
Check the card's write-protect tab.
Ifthe memory card has awrite-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 aclick.
Open the cover.
Slide the cover CD ,and open it ® .
.. Insert the battery.
·Insert the battery as shown until it locks
into place with aclick.
Be sure to insert the battery
in the correct
direction
or it will not properly lock into
place.
Terminals
Insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with aclick.
Be sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card
in the
wrong direction could damage the
camera.
Terminals
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD ,and slide it ®until it
locks into place with aclick.
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