Canon Powershot SD970 IS Digital Elph User manual

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Canon
RwerShot SD970 IS, 0 I Ci ITA L
DIGITAL EL?H I)(US 990 IS
Camera User Guide
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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
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
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Battery Pack NB-5L
(with Terminal Cover)
AV Cable
AVC-DC400
Battery Charger
CB-2LXlCB-2LXE
Wrist Strap
WS-DC7
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Camera User Guide
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk D
Warranty
Card D
"Canon Customer
Support" Leaflet
Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM. After
installation, shortcut icons appear on the desktop. Ifthe
software installation fails, you can find the manuals in the
Readme folder,on the CD-ROM.
Personal Printing 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.
Detailed user guides (PDF format) for the included
ZoomBrowser EX and ImageBrowserprograms are available
on the Canon website (English only):
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.html
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Test Shots
.Take some initial tests hots 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
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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 acamera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal
rights even ifthe 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 99.990/0
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.
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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it Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ..
•Shoot to match special conditions .
Take good people shots
apes
(p. 58)
With nigb pes Ki' ;pets
(p. 56) (p. 56)
Take good landscapes
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(p. 57) Iiage
(p.58)
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Shoot various other scenes
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(p. 57)
Focus on faces 24, 64, 82
Shoot
in places where Icannot use the flash (turn off the flash) 59
Shoot pictures with me in them too (self-timer)
~ 63,64
Insert the date and time into my shots 62
Take close-up pictures
of subjects (macro shooting) 70
Take close-up pictures of subjects using the zoom
(digital macro shooting)
71
Take sepia toned or black and white pictures 77
Add special effects when shooting .
(Creative Light Effect, Zoom Blur) 65, 85
Change the size
of picture Iwant to take (recording pixels) 72
Take pictures continuously 76
Shoot without the effects of camera shake
.(image stabilization) .................................139
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~¥} Shootwithout the effects of camera shake even in
low light conditions (High ISO Auto) 58, 74
~') Maintain the focus on moving subjects (Servo AF), 84
Make dark subjects appear brighter (i-Contrast) 89 •
•Look at- my pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 27
~i} Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ", 07
Look at
my pictures on a TV 111, 112
Quickly search pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 106
81 Erase pictures 29, 112
Protect pictures from accidental erasure 116
•Shoot movies " . 32
View movies ......................
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '~ .34
;@b. E'I .t . t
~ii# aSI ypnn piC ures .
Save images to acomputer .
•Turn
off sounds. ........................... .. .... .. 49
Use the camera abroad. ......................... .. ', 133
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Chapters 1- 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of
this camera. Chapters 4onward 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
Conventions Used in this Guide 8
Safety Precautions 9
Charging the Battery 14
Inserting the Battery and
Memory Card 16
Setting the Date and Time 19
Setting the Display Language
21
Formatting Memory Cards 22
Pressing the Shutter Button 23
fIm) Taking Pictures 24
IE Viewing Images 27
Ii Erasing Images 29
ddJ Printing Images 30
." Shooting Movies ~ 32
IE Viewing Movies 34
Transferring Images to aComputer.35
Accessories 38
Sep~r~1ely Sold AGGe~~orie~ .40
Components Guide .42
Information Displayed
on
the Screen .44
Indicator .46
@FUNG. Menu -Basic
Operations .47
MEN UMenu -Basic Operations .48
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Changing the Sound Settings 49
Changing the Screen Brightness
50
Returning the Camera to Default
Settings
51
Low Level Memory Card
Formatting
52
Power Saving Function
(Auto Power Down) 53
Clock Functions
53
Shooting in Various Conditions 56
~ Turning the Flash Off 59
Zooming
in More Closely on
Subjects (Digital Zoom) 60
Inserting the Date and Time 62
tlO Using the Self-Timer 63
t~ Using the Face Self-Timer. 64
~ Special Effects for
Night Backgrounds
(Creative Light Effect) 65
PShooting in Program AE 68
~ Turning the Flash On 69
~ Shooting Far Away Subjects
(Infinity) 69
~ Shooting Close-ups (Macro) 70
~ Zooming In on Close Subjects
(Digital Macro)
71
Changing the Recording Pixels 72

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Changing the Compression Ratio
(Image Quality) 72
Changing the ISO Speed 74
Adjusting the White Balance 75
Adjusting the Brightness
(Exposure Compensation) 76
~ Continuous Shooting 76
Changing the Tone
of an Image
(My Colors) 77
t"2 Shooting Using the Two Second
Self-Timer 78
tc Customizing the Self-Timer 79
Shooting Using a
TV Monitor. 80
Changing the Composition with
the Focus Lock 80
Changing the AF Frame Mode 82
Magnifying the Focal Point.. 83
AFL Shooting with the AF Lock 84
Shooting with Servo AF 84
~ Taking Shots With Impact
(Zoom Blur) 85
.~~~ Selecting the Per~on to Focus On .
(Face Select) 86
Changing the Metering Mode 87
AEL Shooting with the AE Lock 87
FEL Shooting with the FE Lock :88
~l Shooting with Slow Synchro 88
€. Making Dark Subjects Appear
Brighter (i-Contrast) 89
@Red-Eye Correction 90
Checking for Shut Eyes
91
. *~ Shooting Long Exposures 92
Changing the Color and Shooting 93
~ Shooting Stitch Assist Images. 96
Changing the Movie Mode 98
Changing the Image Quality 98
AE Lock/Exposure Shift 99
Other Shooting Functions 100
Playback Functions 100
SC Editing 101
Quickly Searching Images 104
WViewing Images in Filtered
Playback 106
$Viewing Slideshows 107
Checking the Focus 109
QMagnifying Images 110
[) Changing Image Transitions 110
Viewing Images on a
TV 111
Viewing Images on a
High-Definition
TV 112
161 Erasing All Images :112
0'11 Protecting Images 116
II Organizing Images
by Category (My Category) 118
@Rotating Images 120
E-j Resizing Images 121
nTrimming 122
~ Adding Effects with
the My Color5 Function. ....... "" 120
£1 Making Dark Subjects Appear
Brighter (i-Contrast) 124
<1> Correcting the Red-Eye Effect .. 125
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) 126
Selecting Images for Printing
(DPOF) 127
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IConventions Used in this Guide
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Changing Functions 132
Changing Shooting Functions 136
Changing Playback Functions 140
Changing the Start-up Image or
Sound
141
Using Household Power 144
Troubleshooting 145
List of Messages that Appear on
the Screen 148
Functions Available in Each
Shooting Mode 150
Menus 152
Handling Precautions 156
Specifications 157
Index t60
"1' Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches.
@Language that displays on the screen appears inside [] (square
brackets).
!J The directional buttons, control dial, and FUNC./SET button are
represented by the
follOWing icons.
--,...----... (Up button)
~~--@ (FUNC.lSET button)
~ (Right button)
~ (Left button)
----.... (Down button)
---- @(Control dial)
@ : Troubleshooting tips.
\,
'~il :Hints for getting more out of your camera.
$} :Things you should be careful about.
5; :Supplemental information.
'* (p. xx): Reference pages. "xx" stands for page number.
(\' This chapter assumes all functions are at their default settings.
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1> Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described •
~ow. 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.
~ Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
~ Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
A Warning
.~ 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.
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'* 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/datebattery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. Ifthis occurs,
contact adoctor immediately.
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wDo not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not
expressly described in this guide.
w To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
t'! Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, astrange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
". Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
wDo not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
If liqUid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immtJoifJtfiJy turn
the camera power off and remove the battery.
'!1. Use only recommended power sources.
Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock.
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ISafety Precautions
Battery, Battery Charger __ •
"Use only recommended batteries.
*' Do not place the battery near or in directflame.
<} Do notletthe battery come into contactwith water (e.g. sea water) or otherliquids.
1', Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery.
4Avoid 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 charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera
distributor orthe closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
'> Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
1< Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord.
"Unplug the power cord periodically and wipe away 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 electrical shock or fire.
Other Warnings .'."'''.JIIJIR~:.'>~'W':' .
,; 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 aCD-ROM played on amusic CD player.
A Caution
%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.
l(t D& I\&t UtA th& &quipmenl in amannerthat exceeds the rated capacity of the
electrical outlet
or wiring accessories. Do not use if the powercord or plug are
damaged,
or not fully plugged into the outlet.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
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;j. Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places.
;>. Places subject to strong sunlight.
e, Places subject to temperatures above 40°C (104 OF).
"Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion, resulting in fire, burns
or
other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.
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Safety Precautions
~ Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the charger
terminals or plug.
This could result in electrical shock, fire or other damage.
'~ Playing back for a long time may cause feelings of discomfort.
Caution
~ Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor (CCO).
@When using the camera on abeach or at a windy location, be careful not to
allow dust or ,sand to enter the camera.
~ 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.
"~' 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.
s ~ s ~ R
~ Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera.
Ifthe battery is 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.
illlt:lll¥.
." Keep the battery out of the reach of pets.
Ifthe battery is bitten, this could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion, resulting
in fire, burns or other injuries.
%Do not sit 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.
Ifthis occurs, it may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
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Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in
0> 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
movies and transfer images to acomputer.
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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Use the included charger to charge the battery.
,if Remove the cover.
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Insert the battery.
Align the. marks on the battery and
charger, then insertthe battery by sliding it
in G) and down ®.
Charge the battery.
For CB-2LX: Flip out the plug G) and plug
the charger into apower
outlet ® .
For CB-2LXE: 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. 2hours and 5minutes.
Remove the battery.
Unplug the battery chargerfrom the power
outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it
in G) and up ® .
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Charging the Battery _,
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
270
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~ The number ofshots that can be taken is based on the Camera &Imaging Products
Association (CIPA) measurement standard.
.. Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken..
. Battery Charge Indicator
An icon or message will appear on the screen indicating the battery's charge state.
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a(Blinking red) •Nearly depleted.
............. .. ..
"Change the battery pack." •Depleted. Recharge the battery.
*' Charg~ 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.
_'0J~-~_
..... ~ Attach the cover to acharged battery so that
~ the ~ mark is visible.
* 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 of time (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.
If the plug does not fit the outlet, use acommercially available plug adapter. Do
not use devices, such as electrical transformers
for foreign travel, because they
will cause malfunctions.
., The battery may develop abulge.
This 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.
*Ifthe battery is quicklydepleted even after charging, it has reached the end of its
life span.
Purchase a
new battery.
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Insert the included battery and amemory card into the camera.
Check the card's write-protect tab.
If Ifthe memory card has awrite-protect tab,
you will not be able to record images ifthe
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
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Inserting the Battery and Memory Card '"
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD, and slide it ®until it
locks into place with aclick. •
Removing the Battery and Memory Card
Remove the battery.
Open the cover and press the battery lock
in the direction of the arrow.
The battery will pop up.
Remove 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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I'nserting the Battery and Memory Card
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Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
2GB
626
8GB
2505
,Values are based on the default settings.
,The number
of shots that can be taken will 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. 24).
Compatible Memory Cards
,so memory cards
;" SOHC memory cards S~,·
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MultiMediaCards
"MMCplus memory cards
Y He MMCplus memory cards
SO and SDHC memory cards have awrite-protect tab. Ifthis tab is in the locked
position, [Card locked!] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take
or erase images. .
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The Date/Time settings screen will appearthe 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.
Set the date and time.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to select an option.
Press the ........ buttons orturn the @dial
to set avalue.
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Make the setting.
Press the @button.
Once the date and time have been set,
the Date/Time screen will close.
Pressing the power button will turn offthe
camera.
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Datel
Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
Ifyou select ;,z: in Step 2and press the ........ buttons or turn the @dial and
select
;;~, you will set the time to daylight savings (1 hour ahead).
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ISetting the Date and Time
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Changing the Date and Time
You can change the current date and time settings.
Display the menus.
Press the MEN Ubutton.
Select [Date/Time) in the fT tab ..
Press the ~ ~ buttons to select the 'T tab.
Press the
..... buttons orturn the @dial
to select [Date/Time], then press the
@button.
Change the date and time.
Follow Steps 2and 3on p. 19 to adjust
the setting.
To close the menus, press the
MENU
button.
oThe camera has abuilt-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the
date/time settings to be retained about three weeks after the battery pack has
been removed.
t, By inserting acharged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately,
p. 40) the date/time battery can be charged in about 4hours even ifthe camera
is not turned on;
*, Ifthe date/time battery is depleted, the DatelTime menu will appear when you turn
the camera on. Follow the steps on
p. 19 to set the date and time.
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