Canon PowerShot SX230 HS User manual

CEL-SQ7SA2M0
Getting Started ENGLISH
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Getting Started
ENGLISH
• Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety
Precautions” section, before using the camera.
• Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera
properly.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Please refer to the complete user guide included
on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk for more
detailed information.

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Check if the following items are included in your camera package.
If anything is missing, contact the retailer where you purchased the camera.
Checking the Package Contents
Camera Battery Pack NB-5L
(with Terminal Cover)
Battery Charger
CB-2LX/CB-2LXE
Wrist Strap
WS-DC11
Stereo AV Cable
AVC-DC400ST
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
Using the Manuals
Also refer to the manuals on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals
Disk.
•Camera User Guide
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many
features to shoot more challenging photos.
•Software Guide
Read when you want to use the included software.
•A memory card is not included.
•Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Microsoft Word/
Word Viewer can be installed to view the Word manuals (required only for
manuals for the Middle East).
Getting Started
(This Guide)
DIGITAL CAMERA
Solution Disk
Warranty System
Booklet

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Test Shots and Disclaimer
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 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
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 a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal
rights even if the image was shot for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
For information on your camera’s warranty, please refer to the Canon
Warranty System Booklet supplied with your camera.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Warranty System
Booklet.
LCD Monitor (Screen)
•The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. This
is not a malfunction and has no effect on the recorded image.
•The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin 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 a malfunction.
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Read This First

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•Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described
below. Always ensure that the product is used 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.
•Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s 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 of children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
•Use only recommended power sources.
•Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the product.
•Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
•To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the product if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
•Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
•Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
•Do not let the product come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other
liquids.
•Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn
the camera power off and remove the battery.
If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera
distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
•Use only the recommended battery.
•Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
•Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust
and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the
surrounding area.
•Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
•Do not use the equipment in a manner that 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.
•Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the terminals
or plug.
The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause
injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the battery acid
contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.
Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions
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•Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of
electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the
camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes
and medical facilities.
•Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support data
CD-ROMs.
It is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of
a CD-ROM played on a music CD player. Additionally, playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio
CD player (music player) could damage the speakers.
Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
•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.
•Be careful not to subject the screen to strong impacts.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
•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.
•Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places:
- Places subject to strong sunlight
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F)
- 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 cause deformation of the camera or battery charger casing.
•The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for
prolonged periods.
Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
•Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
•When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow
dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
•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 a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from
the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.

Safety Precautions
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Trademark Acknowledgments
•The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
•This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
•HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
•The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc.
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-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and
non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video 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.
•Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera.
If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
•Before you discard the battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
•Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging 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 a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort,
resulting in fire.
•Do not place the battery near pets.
Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in fire or
damage.
•Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
•When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the screen.
•Do not attach any hard objects to the camera.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.

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Checking the Package Contents............................................................................2
Read This First.......................................................................................................3
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................4
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera ............................................................... 7
Charging the Battery..............................................................................................8
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) .....................................................10
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 (Smart Auto)...............................................................................18
Viewing Images.................................................................................................... 21
Erasing Images....................................................................................................22
Shooting or Viewing Images in Easy Mode .........................................................23
Shooting Movies ..................................................................................................24
Viewing Movies....................................................................................................26
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing .................................................. 27
Accessories.......................................................................................................... 32
Separately Sold Accessories ...............................................................................32
•Attach the included strap and wrap 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 when shooting. Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash
while it is raised.
Table of Contents
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
Strap

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Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery
as it is not charged at the time of purchase.
Remove the cover.
Insert the battery.
zAlign the omarks on the battery and
charger, then insert the battery by sliding it
in ( ) and down ( ).
Charge the battery.
zFor CB-2LX: Flip out the plug ( ) and
plug the charger into a power outlet ( ).
zFor CB-2LXE: Plug the power cord into
the charger, then plug the other end into a
power outlet.
XThe charge lamp lights orange and
charging starts.
XThe charge lamp will light green when
charging has finished. Charging takes
approx. 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Remove the battery.
zUnplug the battery charger from the power
outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it
in ( ) and up ( ).
Charging the Battery
CB-2LX
CB-2LXE
To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than
24 hours continuously.

Charging the Battery
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Number of Possible Shots
•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.
Number of Shots Approx. 210
Playback Time Approx. 4 hours
Display Summary
Sufficient charge.
Slightly depleted, but sufficient.
(Blinking red) Nearly depleted. Charge the battery.
“Change the battery pack.” Depleted. Recharge the battery.
Using the battery and charger effectively
•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.
•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 a battery for long periods of time (about a year) 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 a commercially available plug adapter. Do
not use electrical transformers for foreign travel as they will cause damage.
•The battery may develop a bulge.
This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem.
However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the
camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
•If the battery is quickly depleted even after charging, it has reached the end of
its life span. Purchase a new battery.
Attach the cover to a charged battery so that
the omark is visible.

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The cards below can be used without restrictions on their capacities.
•SD memory cards*
•SDHC memory cards*
•SDXC memory cards*
•MultiMediaCards
•MMCplus memory cards
•HC MMCplus memory cards
•Eye-Fi Cards
* This memory card complies with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate
properly depending on the brand of card used.
About Eye-Fi Cards
This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (including
wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with
the card manufacturer.
Also note that an approval is required to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries
or regions. Without approval, use of the card is not permitted. If it is unclear
whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with
the card manufacturer.
Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately).
Check the card’s write-protect tab.
zIf the memory card has a write-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 a click.
Depending on your computer’s OS version, SDXC memory cards may not
be recognized even when using a commercially available card reader.
Check to make sure that your OS supports SDXC memory cards
beforehand.
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
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Open the cover.
zSlide the cover ( ) and open it ( ).
Insert the battery.
zPress the battery lock in the direction of the
arrow, then insert the battery as shown
until it locks into place with a click.
zBe sure to insert the battery in the correct
direction or it will not properly lock into
place.
Insert the memory card.
zInsert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with a click.
zBe sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card in the
wrong direction could damage the camera.
Close the cover.
zClose the cover ( ), and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place ( ).
Terminals Battery lock
Label
What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen?
SD, SDHC, SDXC memory cards, and Eye-Fi cards have a write-protect tab. If
this tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen
and you will not be able to take or erase images.

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
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Removing the Battery and Memory Card
Remove the battery.
zOpen the cover and press the battery lock
in the direction of the arrow.
XThe battery will pop up.
Remove the memory card.
zPush the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it.
XThe memory card will pop up.
Number of Shots per Memory Card
•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.
Memory Card 4 GB 16 GB
Number of Shots Approx. 1231 Approx. 5042
Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
Number of shots that can be taken
You can check the number of shots that can be
taken when the camera is in a Shooting mode
(p. 18).

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The Date/Time 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.
Turn on the camera.
zPress the ON/OFF button.
XThe Date/Time screen will appear.
Set the date and time.
zPress the qr buttons to choose an option.
zPress the op buttons or turn the Âdial
to set a value.
zOnce all settings are complete, press the
mbutton.
Set the home time zone.
zPress the qr buttons or turn the Âdial to
choose your home time zone.
Complete the setting.
zPress mto complete the setting. After a
confirmation screen appears, the shooting
screen will reappear.
zPressing the ON/OFF button will turn off
the camera.
Setting the Date and Time
Reappearing Date/Time screen
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time and the home
time zone, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.

Setting the Date and Time
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Changing the Date and Time
You can change the current date and time settings.
Display the menu.
zPress the nbutton.
Choose [Date/Time].
zMove the zoom lever to choose the 3tab.
zPress the op buttons or turn the Âdial
to choose [Date/Time], then press the m
button.
Change the date and time.
zFollow Step 2 on p. 13 to adjust the setting.
zPress the nbutton to close the menu.
Daylight saving time settings
If you choose in Step 2 on p. 13 and press the op buttons or turn the Â
dial to choose , you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).
Date/Time battery
•The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the
date/time settings to be retained for about three weeks after the battery pack
has been removed.
•By inserting a charged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately,
p. 33) the date/time battery can be charged in about 4 hours even if the camera
is not turned on.
•If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time screen will appear when you
turn the camera on. Follow the steps on p. 13 to set the date and time.
You can also automatically update the date and time with the GPS function
(see Camera User Guide).
SX230 HS

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You can change the language that displays on the screen.
Enter Playback mode.
zPress the 1button.
Display the settings screen.
zPress and hold the mbutton, then
immediately press the nbutton.
Set the display language.
zPress the opqr buttons or turn the Â
dial to choose a language, then press the
mbutton.
XOnce the display language has been set,
the settings screen will close.
Setting the Display Language
What if the clock appears when the mbutton is pressed?
The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the mbutton
and the nbutton in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the mbutton to
remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
You can also change the display language by pressing the nbutton
to choose [Language] from the 3tab.

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Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other
devices, you should format the card with this camera.
Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card.
As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before
formatting the memory card.
Before formatting an Eye-Fi card (see Camera User Guide), be sure to install
the software contained on the card to a computer.
Display the menu.
zPress the nbutton.
Choose [Format].
zMove the zoom lever to choose the 3tab.
zPress the op buttons or turn the Âdial
to choose [Format], then press the m
button.
Choose [OK].
zPress the qr buttons or turn the Âdial to
choose [OK], then press the mbutton.
Format the memory card.
zPress the op buttons or turn the Âdial
to choose [OK], then press the mbutton
to start formatting.
zPress the mbutton when formatting ends
and [Memory card formatting complete]
appears on the screen.
Formatting Memory Cards

Pressing the Shutter Button
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To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button
lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot.
Press halfway (Press lightly to focus).
zPress lightly until the camera beeps twice
and AF frames appear where the camera
focused.
Press fully (Press fully to shoot).
XThe camera plays the shutter sound and
takes the shot.
zSince the shot is being taken while the
shutter sound plays, be careful not to move
the camera.
Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file
management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are
completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory
card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as
physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.
•The total capacity of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen
may be less than indicated on the memory card.
•Perform a low-level format (see Camera User Guide) of the memory card
when the camera does not operate properly, the recording/reading speed
of a memory card has dropped, when continuous shooting speed slows
down, or when movie recording stops suddenly.
Pressing the Shutter Button
Does the length of the shutter sound change?
•Since the time required to shoot differs depending on the scene you want to
take, the length of the shutter sound may change.
•If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded
image may be blurry.
If you shoot without pressing the shutter button halfway, the image may not
be in focus.

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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.
Turn on the camera.
zPress the ON/OFF button.
XThe flash will automatically rise and the
start-up screen will appear.
zYou can also raise or lower the flash
manually (the flash does not fire when
lowered).
Enter Amode.
zSet the mode dial to A.
zWhen you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make a slight
noise as it determines the scene.
XThe icon for the determined scene will
appear in the upper right of the screen.
XThe camera will focus on detected
subjects and display frames on them.
XBlack bars will appear on the left and right
sides of the screen. These areas will not
be recorded when shooting.
Compose the shot.
zMoving the zoom lever toward i
(telephoto) will zoom in on your subject,
making it appear larger. Moving the lever
toward j(wide angle) will zoom out from
your subject, making it appear smaller.
(The zoom bar showing the zoom position
appears on the screen.)
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Focus range (approx.)
Zoom bar

Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
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Focus.
zPress the shutter button halfway to focus.
XWhen the camera focuses, it will beep
twice and AF frames will appear where the
camera focused.
Several AF frames will appear when the
camera focuses on more than one point.
Shoot.
zPress the shutter button fully to shoot.
XThe camera will play the shutter sound and
shoot. The flash will automatically fire in
low light conditions if it has been raised.
XThe image will appear on the screen for
approximately two seconds.
zYou can take a second picture even while
an image is displayed by pressing the
shutter button again.
AF Frame
What if...
•What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as
expected?
The scene icon (see Camera User Guide) that appears on the screen may not
match the actual scene. If this happens, try shooting in Gmode (see Camera
User Guide).
•What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward
a subject?
A white frame appears on the face or subject that the camera detected as the
main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will
follow the subjects within a certain range (see Camera User Guide).
If the subject moves, however, the gray frames will disappear, leaving only the
white frame.