Canon Powershot SX20 IS User manual

Canon
~werShot SX20 IS
Getting Started
ENGLISH I
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Make sure you read this guide before using the camera.
Store this guide safely so that you can use it
in the future.
Please use this manual along with the PDF manuals included
on the
CD-ROM
(p. 2).

Check if the following items are included in your camera package. Ifanything
is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.
Camera AA-size Alkaline
Batteries (x4) Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
Stereo Video
Cable STV-250N
rn
Getting Started
(This Guide)
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Neck Strap NS-DC4
DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk
Lens Cap
D
Warranty
Card
Lens Hood
LH-DC50
D
"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.
2
Check if the following items are included in your camera package. Ifanything
is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.
Camera AA-size Alkaline
Batteries (x4) Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
Stereo Video
Cable STV-250N
rn
Getting Started
(This Guide)
~
~ .. :.
Neck Strap NS-DC4
DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk
Lens Cap
D
Warranty
Card
Lens Hood
LH-DC50
D
"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.
2

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 ~ \AI~\1 th~t i<:: m~rhin~ r~~("bhl~
... - •• -J ... - •• - ... ~- ..... - • -----.-.
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
ofthe 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 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 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 and viewfinder are produced with extremely high-
precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% ofthe 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.
The LCD monitor may be covered with athin plastic film for protection
against scratches during shipment. If so, 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.
3
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 ~ \AI~\1 th~t i<:: m~rhin~ r~~("bhl~
... - •• -J ... - •• - ... ~- ..... - • -----.-.
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
ofthe 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 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 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 and viewfinder are produced with extremely high-
precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% ofthe 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.
The LCD monitor may be covered with athin plastic film for protection
against scratches during shipment. If so, 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.
3

Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. 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.
AWarning
Camera
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human eyes.
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 children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around achild's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. Ifthis occurs,
contact adoctor 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, astrange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do
not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean 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.
4
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. 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.
AWarning
Camera
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human eyes.
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 children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around achild's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. Ifthis occurs,
contact adoctor 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, astrange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do
not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean 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.
4

Safety Precautions I
~tt~
~ 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.
it Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
<Ii 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 abattery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
Other Warnings
')C 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
wBe careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks
when hanging it by the strap.
:ii Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could damage the camera or lead to injury.
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", 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 batteries, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns
or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause
deformation
of the casing.
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ti The slideshowtransition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for
prolonged periods.
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$When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
5
Safety Precautions I
~tt~
~ 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.
it Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
<Ii 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 abattery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
Other Warnings
,;c 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
wBe careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks
when hanging it by the strap.
:ii Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could damage the camera or lead to injury.
»:·»:o'J<»(>:·:~~:-:-.-.:·: ... :-w.'h:«{·X·:-:·:O}:·:{O»:·:-:';";·:·:~';""*:·;«O:·:-:-l'»X««*;'» __ -:«<-X««'lC~.:-:-»'~Y.~«':'X.:«.»Y'-:-:.:Y..l-::':.:~·:~.:«w:.:<:-;.:·:-:·:·:W~»;"~"»»~"Y"'''''««·;«0:-~:,'':-l!';';';·;·;':';';''-';·X«·:''Y'<<<·:-:·»:·:ol'»."h·:*'·:·:{,.;..'». ... ~_x.;.:(<<,,·:' ... :-»:;.:·:,';.:·;.:0:,~·:·:·:-:·:-;·m;.. .... ;{.;.;.;.h'I«'",.;·»:OI¢o.,X';0.\"X«O>:«*:.:--»»:O:·».'~
", 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 batteries, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns
or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause
deformation
of the casing.
«"Rl»;«O;*""JO')"'-"_:.:.i'-"~~*"*');"'»N'):-:+;iO«'*:"':";,,,,>;#:·:OtO;''''':'''XV_» ,,*,_¥.O'.-..m»X«0(*-'~'«f.-:(~':-i.."X*:-N:_»»::':_.o(-,"""'''''!'~_:+o(«>:>''W-,~'«·:-=--l>:_;':>:O»:>:';,'''','\>.~_';''''9:>_~_~~'V:':<<>X~:-'''''l ·:- ... +;.w.*N:-.'W:r~~:.;.;:w.._«
ti The slideshowtransition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for
prolonged periods.
~ .. ,.~, ~_. .~--_//~ .. ~~------~
$When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
5

ISafety Precautions
Caution
,- Do notaim the camera at bright light sources (the' sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor.
~~_~~ ~M· ~~~ . ~.-.~
%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.
"*_~ w:wx .-. ~~_~_ .................. _~~~-~~""""""""~~
"In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash.
This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and 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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"\' Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
Ifthe batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
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,t 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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'J! When carrying the camera in abag, close the LCD monitor to face inward to
ensure that hard objects to not come into contact with the screen.
Failure to do so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
About MPEG-4 Licensing
This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and
may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-
4compliant video that was encoded only (1) for apersonal and non-
commercial purpose or (2) by avideo provider licensed under the AT&T
patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video.
No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.
*Notice displayed in English as required.
6
ISafety Precautions
Caution
,- Do notaim the camera at bright light sources (the' sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor.
~~_~~ ~M· ~~~ . ~.-.~
%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.
"*_~ w:wx .-. ~~_~_ .................. _~~~-~~""""""""~~
"In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash.
This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and 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.
~_*~:>;::~:~~.':"-.~~_:m. .~ ~"'»YlS'»9~~ __ W<;&~~~~ -'[ __ ~~_'N::''&:»>.:?!S'-,-",,*;W'";:'k';<:$».~';;"!:_»~~:i:\S:<'.'''''
"\' Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
Ifthe batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
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,t 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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'J! When carrying the camera in abag, close the LCD monitor to face inward to
ensure that hard objects to not come into contact with the screen.
Failure to do so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
About MPEG-4 Licensing
This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and
may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-
4compliant video that was encoded only (1) for apersonal and non-
commercial purpose or (2) by avideo provider licensed under the AT&T
patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video.
No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.
*Notice displayed in English as required.
6

Checking the Package Contents 2
Read This First 3
Safety Precautions 4
Attaching the Strap/Removing the Lens Cap 7
Inserting the Batteries 8
Inserting the Memory Card 10
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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
Accessories 32
Separately Sold Accessories 34
Attach the included strap and place it around your neck to avoid dropping
the camera during use.
Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning on the camera.
Clip the lens cap
to the neck strap when not in use.
When not
in use, store the camera with the lens cap attached.
7
Checking the Package Contents 2
Read This First 3
Safety Precautions 4
Attaching the Strap/Removing the Lens Cap 7
Inserting the Batteries 8
Inserting the Memory Card 10
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U~t:::IIIIIY 1I1~ LvU IVIUIIIlUI I&-
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
Accessories 32
Separately Sold Accessories 34
Attach the included strap and place it around your neck to avoid dropping
the camera during use.
Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning on the camera.
Clip the lens cap
to the neck strap when not in use.
When not
in use, store the camera with the lens cap attached.
7

8
Open the cover.
Slide and hold the cover lock CD, then
slide and open the cover @as shown.
Insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends
oriented correctly.
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place @.
8
Open the cover.
Slide and hold the cover lock CD, then
slide and open the cover @as shown.
Insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends
oriented correctly.
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place @.

Inserting the Batteries
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Alkaline Batteries
(Supplied)
340
350
12
NiMH Batteries
(Sold Separately)
620
14
*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.
"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. 32, 34).
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. Ifthe
batteries are charged, the icon and message will not display.
"Change the batteries"
Battery charge is low. Prepare new batteries to
using the camera.
batteries are depleted. Insert new batteries.
9
Inserting the Batteries
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Alkaline Batteries
(Supplied)
340
350
12
NiMH Batteries
(Sold Separately)
620
14
*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.
"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. 32, 34).
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. Ifthe
batteries are charged, the icon and message will not display.
"Change the batteries"
Battery charge is low. Prepare new batteries to
using the camera.
batteries are depleted. Insert new batteries.
9

Label
Check the card's write-protect tab.
If the 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 to open it.
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.
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD 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.
10
Label
Check the card's write-protect tab.
If the 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 to open it.
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.
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD 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.
10

Inserting the Memory Card
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. 18).
Number of shots that can be taken
Compatible Memory Cards
" SO memory cards
S~W
:; SOHC memory cards 1=13
MultiMediaCards
,MMCplus memory cards
", HC MMCplus,memory cards
SO and SOHC memory cards have awrite-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked
position, [Card locked!] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take
or erase images.
11
Inserting the Memory Card
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. 18).
Number of shots that can be taken
Compatible Memory Cards
" SO memory cards
S~W
:; SOHC memory cards 1=13
MultiMediaCards
,MMCplus memory cards
", HC MMCplus,memory cards
SO and SOHC memory cards have awrite-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked
position, [Card locked!] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take
or erase images.
11

You can use the LCD monitor to compose pictures before shooting, operate
menus or playback images.
Open the LCD Monitor.
Rotate the LCD monitor.
Rotate it 1800toward the lens (turn the top
edge
of the LCD monitor away from you).
The displayed image is automatically
flipped and reversed (Reverse Display
function).
•The LCD monitor can be used
in various
positions.
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Close the LCD Monitor.
Close the LCD monitor until it clicks into
place.
The image will display normally (not
reversed).
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You can use the LCD monitor to compose pictures before shooting, operate
menus or playback images.
Open the LCD Monitor.
Rotate the LCD monitor.
Rotate it 1800toward the lens (turn the top
edge
of the LCD monitor away from you).
The displayed image is automatically
flipped and reversed (Reverse Display
function).
•The LCD monitor can be used
in various
positions.
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Close the LCD Monitor.
Close the LCD monitor until it clicks into
place.
The image will display normally (not
reversed).
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The DatelTime 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.
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Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
Set the date and time.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to choose an
option.
Press the ....... buttons
or turn the @dial
to set avalue.
Make the setting.
Press the @button.
Once the date and time have been set,
the DatelTime screen will close.
Pressing the power button will turn
off the
camera.
Set the correct date and time. Ifyou have not set the date and time, the Date!
Time screen will appear each time you turn on the
ca"mera.
If you choose ~+;" in Step 2and press the ....... buttons or turn the @dial and
choose
;;~, you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).
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The DatelTime 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.
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Turn on the camera.
Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
Set the date and time.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to choose an
option.
Press the ....... buttons
or turn the @dial
to set avalue.
Make the setting.
Press the @button.
Once the date and time have been set,
the DatelTime screen will close.
Pressing the power button will turn
off the
camera.
Set the correct date and time. Ifyou have not set the date and time, the Date!
Time screen will appear each time you turn on the
ca"mera.
If you choose ~+;" in Step 2and press the ....... buttons or turn the @dial and
choose
;;~, you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).
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You can change the current date and time settings.
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Display the menus.
Press the MENU button.
Choose [DatelTime] in the rr tab.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to choose the tT
tab.
Press the ....... buttons
or turn the @dial
to choose [Date/Time], then press the @
button.
Change the date and time.
Follow Steps 2and 3on p. 13 to adjust
the setting.
To close the menus, press the
MENU
button.
If [DatelTime] appear even when thedate/time have been correctly set, insert a
new date/time battery (see Camera User Guide).
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You can change the current date and time settings.
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Display the menus.
Press the MENU button.
Choose [DatelTime] in the rr tab.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to choose the tT
tab.
Press the ....... buttons
or turn the @dial
to choose [Date/Time], then press the @
button.
Change the date and time.
Follow Steps 2and 3on p. 13 to adjust
the setting.
To close the menus, press the
MENU
button.
If [DatelTime] appear even when thedate/time have been correctly set, insert a
new date/time battery (see Camera User Guide).
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You can change the display language in the LCD monitor menus and
messages.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the lE button.
Display the settings screen.
Press and hold the @button CD, then
immediately press the
MENU button @.
Set the display language.
Press the ....T ~ ~ buttons orturn the @
dial to choose alanguage, then press the
@button.
Once the display language has been set,
the language menu will close.
The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the @button
and the
MENU button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the @button to
remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
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You can change the display language in the LCD monitor menus and
messages.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the lE button.
Display the settings screen.
Press and hold the @button CD, then
immediately press the
MENU button @.
Set the display language.
Press the ....T ~ ~ buttons orturn the @
dial to choose alanguage, then press the
@button.
Once the display language has been set,
the language menu will close.
The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the @button
and the
MENU button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the @button to
remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
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Before you use anew memory card or one that has been used in other
devices, you should format the card with this camera.
Formatting (initializing) amemory card erases all data on the memory card.
As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before
formatting the memory card.
mil· Display the menu.
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Press the MENU button.
Choose [Format].
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Press the ~ ~ buttons to choose the fT
tab.
Press the
A'" buttons orturn the @dial
to choose [Format], then press the @
button.
Format the memory card.
Press the ~ ~ buttons or turn the @dial
to choose [OK], then press the @button.
The memory card will be formatted.
When formatting has finished, the menu
screen will reappear.
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Before you use anew memory card or one that has been used in other
devices, you should format the card with this camera.
Formatting (initializing) amemory card erases all data on the memory card.
As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before
formatting the memory card.
mil· Display the menu.
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@!l
Press the MENU button.
Choose [Format].
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Press the ~ ~ buttons to choose the fT
tab.
Press the
A'" buttons orturn the @dial
to choose [Format], then press the @
button.
Format the memory card.
Press the ~ ~ buttons or turn the @dial
to choose [OK], then press the @button.
The memory card will be formatted.
When formatting has finished, the menu
screen will reappear.
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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.
Press halfway (lightly to the first
stop).
The camera automatically focuses and
selects the necessary settings for
shooting, such as the brightness.
When the camera focuses, it will beep
twice.
Press fully (to the second stop).
The camera plays the shutter sound and
takes the shot.
Since the shot is being taken while the
shutter sound plays, be careful not to
move the camera.
.
Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the
sides.
Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you want to take,
the length
of the shutter sound may change.
Ifthe camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded
image may be blurry.
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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.
Press halfway (lightly to the first
stop).
The camera automatically focuses and
selects the necessary settings for
shooting, such as the brightness.
When the camera focuses, it will beep
twice.
Press fully (to the second stop).
The camera plays the shutter sound and
takes the shot.
Since the shot is being taken while the
shutter sound plays, be careful not to
move the camera.
.
Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the
sides.
Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you want to take,
the length
of the shutter sound may change.
Ifthe camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded
image may be blurry.
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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.
Image area when
shooting movies (p. 21)
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.
.Choose f!UID mode.
Set the mode dial to ~.
When you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make aslight
noise as it determines the scene.
The camera focuses on the subject it
judges
to be the main subject, and·the
icon for the determined scene appears
in
the upper right of the screen.
When faces are detected, awhite frame
appears
on the face ofthe main subject, while
gray frames appear
on other detected faces.
Awhite frame will follow adetected face
that is moving and the gray frames will
disappear.
Compose the shot.
Moving the zoom lever toward [tJ will
zoom
in on your subject, making it appear
larger. Moving the lever toward [ill) will
zoom out from your subject, making it
appear smaller.
If you move the zoom lever all the way to
the left
or right the size will change
quickly, and ifyou move it slightly, the size
will change slowly.
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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.
Image area when
shooting movies (p. 21)
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.
.Choose f!UID mode.
Set the mode dial to ~.
When you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make aslight
noise as it determines the scene.
The camera focuses on the subject it
judges
to be the main subject, and·the
icon for the determined scene appears
in
the upper right of the screen.
When faces are detected, awhite frame
appears
on the face ofthe main subject, while
gray frames appear
on other detected faces.
Awhite frame will follow adetected face
that is moving and the gray frames will
disappear.
Compose the shot.
Moving the zoom lever toward [tJ will
zoom
in on your subject, making it appear
larger. Moving the lever toward [ill) will
zoom out from your subject, making it
appear smaller.
If you move the zoom lever all the way to
the left
or right the size will change
quickly, and ifyou move it slightly, the size
will change slowly.
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Zoom bar
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AF Frames
Taking Pictures
Focus.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses,it will beep
twice.
Green
AF frames appear where the
subject is in focus. •
Several
AF frames will appear when the
camera focuses
on more than one point.
When amoving face is detected, and you
keep the shutter button pressed halfway,
ablue
AF frame appears and the focus
and exposure are continuously adjusted.
Ifthe [Raise
the flash] message appears,
it is recommended to shoot with the flash.
Raise
the flash manually to shoot. The
flash will automatiGally fire. When you are
not using the flash, lower
it until it closes
(the flash will turn off).
Shoot.
Press the shutter button fully.
The camera will play the shutter sound
and shoot.
The indicatorwill blink red while the image
is recorded to the memory card.
The image will appear on the screen for
about two seconds.
You can take asecond picture even while
an image is displayed by pressing the
shutter button again.
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Attach the camera to atripod so that the camera does not move and blurthe image.
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The display is set to the viewfinder. Press the DISP. button several times to
restore the display to the screen. 19
AF Frames
Taking Pictures
Focus.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses,it will beep
twice.
Green
AF frames appear where the
subject is in focus. •
Several
AF frames will appear when the
camera focuses
on more than one point.
When amoving face is detected, and you
keep the shutter button pressed halfway,
ablue
AF frame appears and the focus
and exposure are continuously adjusted.
Ifthe [Raise
the flash] message appears,
it is recommended to shoot with the flash.
Raise
the flash manually to shoot. The
flash will automatiGally fire. When you are
not using the flash, lower
it until it closes
(the flash will turn off).
Shoot.
Press the shutter button fully.
The camera will play the shutter sound
and shoot.
The indicatorwill blink red while the image
is recorded to the memory card.
The image will appear on the screen for
about two seconds.
You can take asecond picture even while
an image is displayed by pressing the
shutter button again.
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Attach the camera to atripod so that the camera does not move and blurthe image.
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The display is set to the viewfinder. Press the DISP. button several times to
restore the display to the screen. 19

Taking Pictures
'1 the camera does not play any sounds?
Pressing the DISP. button while turning on the camera power will turn off all
sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the
MENU
button, choose the" tab, and then choose [Mute]. Press the ~ ~ buttons to
choose [Off].
I} the image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting?
The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. Shoot within the effective flash
range
of approximately 50 cm -6.8 m(1.6 -22 ft.) at maximum wide angle, and
approximately 1.0 -3.7 m(3.3 -12 ft.) at maximum telephoto.
qthe camera beeps once when the shutter button is pressed halfway? '
Your subject is too close. When the camera is at maximum wide angle, move
about 10 cm (3.9 in.)
or more away from your subject and shoot. Move about
1m(3.3 ft.) or more away when the camera is at maximum telephoto.
ii the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway?
To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in
dark areas.
ii the. icon blinks when you try to shoot?
The flash is charging. You can shoot when recharging ends.
•
Scene Icons
The camera displays an icon for the scene it has determined and then
automatically focuses and selects the optimum settings for subject
brightness and color.
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*Appears when the camera is attached to atripod.
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Taking Pictures
'1 the camera does not play any sounds?
Pressing the DISP. button while turning on the camera power will turn off all
sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the
MENU
button, choose the" tab, and then choose [Mute]. Press the ~ ~ buttons to
choose [Off].
I} the image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting?
The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. Shoot within the effective flash
range
of approximately 50 cm -6.8 m(1.6 -22 ft.) at maximum wide angle, and
approximately 1.0 -3.7 m(3.3 -12 ft.) at maximum telephoto.
qthe camera beeps once when the shutter button is pressed halfway? '
Your subject is too close. When the camera is at maximum wide angle, move
about 10 cm (3.9 in.)
or more away from your subject and shoot. Move about
1m(3.3 ft.) or more away when the camera is at maximum telephoto.
ii the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway?
To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in
dark areas.
ii the. icon blinks when you try to shoot?
The flash is charging. You can shoot when recharging ends.
•
Scene Icons
The camera displays an icon for the scene it has determined and then
automatically focuses and selects the optimum settings for subject
brightness and color.
R. R ~*
Icon Background Color Gray Light Blue
*Appears when the camera is attached to atripod.
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Orange Dark Blue