Canon PowerShot SX430 IS User manual

1
ENGLISH
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Camera User Guide
© CANON INC. 2017 CT0-D138-A
●Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Instructions”
(= 12) 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.
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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Initial Information
Package Contents
Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package.
If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer.
Camera Battery Pack
NB-11LH*
Battery Charger
CB-2LF/CB-2LFE
Wrist Strap Lens Cap
(with cord)
* Do not peel off the adhesive covering from a battery pack.
●Printed matter is also included.
●A memory card is not included (=
2).
Before Use
Compatible Memory Cards
The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of
capacity.
●SD memory cards*
●SDHC memory cards*
●SDXC memory cards*
* Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been
veried to work with the camera.

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Conventions in This Guide
●In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera
buttons on which they appear, or which they resemble.
●The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons.
Numbers in parentheses indicate the numbers of corresponding
controls in “Part Names” (=
4).
[ ] Up button (9) on back
[ ] Left button (13) on back
[ ] Right button (11) on back
[ ] Down button (12) on back
●Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in
brackets.
●: Important information you should know
●: Notes and tips for expert camera use
●=
xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represents
a page number)
●The symbols “ Still Images” and “ Movies” below titles indicate
how the function is used—whether for still images or movies.
●Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings.
●For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as
the “memory card”.
Preliminary Notes and Legal
Information
●Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images
were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries
and afliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential
damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory,
including memory cards, that result in the failure of an image to be
recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
●The user’s unauthorized photographing or recording (video and/or
sound) of people or copyrighted materials may invade the privacy of
such people and/or may violate others’ legal rights, including copyright
and other intellectual property rights, even when such photographing
or recording is intended solely for personal use.
●The camera warranty is valid only in the area of purchase. In case of
camera problems while abroad, return to the area of purchase before
contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
●Although the screen (monitor) is produced under extremely high-
precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the
pixels meet design specications, in rare cases some pixels may be
defective or may appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate
camera damage or affect recorded images.
●When the camera is used over an extended period, it may become
warm. This does not indicate damage.

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
(7)
(8)
(10
)
(11)
(12
)
(1) (5) (6)
(
4
) (
14
)(
13
) (
15
)
(3)(2)
(9)
(1) Speaker
(2) Microphone
(3) AV OUT (Audio/video output) /
DIGITAL terminal
(4) Screen (monitor)
(5) Indicator
(6) [ (Playback)] button
(7) Movie button
(8) [ (Auto)] button
(9) [ (Exposure compensation)]
/ [ (Single-image erase)] / Up
button
(10) FUNC. (Function) / SET button
(11) [ (Flash)] / Right button
(12) [ (Information)] / Down
button
(13) [ (Macro)] / Left button
(14) [ (Wi-Fi)] button
(15) [ ] button
Part Names
(3)
(6)(8) (9)
(7)
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
(10)
(1) Zoom lever
Shooting: [ (telephoto)] /
[(wide angle)]
Playback: [ (magnify)] /
[(index)]
(2) Shutter button
(3) Strap mount
(4) Power button
(5) Flash
(6) Lamp
(7) Lens
(8) Tripod socket
(9) Memory card/battery cover
(10) [ ] (N-Mark)*
* Used with NFC features (=
77).

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Table of Contents
Before Use
Initial Information.............................................................. 2
Package Contents.................................................................... 2
Compatible Memory Cards....................................................... 2
Preliminary Notes and Legal Information ................................. 3
Conventions in This Guide ....................................................... 3
Part Names .............................................................................. 4
Common Camera Operations .................................................11
Safety Instructions.................................................................. 12
Basic Guide
Basic Operations............................................................. 15
Initial Preparations.................................................................. 15
Attaching Accessories ...............................................................15
Holding the Camera...................................................................16
Charging the Battery Pack.........................................................16
Inserting the Battery Pack and Your Memory Card ...................17
Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card .....................17
Setting the Date and Time .........................................................18
Changing the Date and Time.................................................18
Display Language......................................................................19
Trying the Camera Out ........................................................... 20
Shooting (Smart Auto) ...............................................................20
Viewing ......................................................................................21
Erasing Images .....................................................................22
Advanced Guide
1 Camera Basics........................................................... 23
On/Off..................................................................................... 23
Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down).............................24
Power Saving in Shooting Mode ........................................... 24
Power Saving in Playback Mode...........................................24
Shutter Button ........................................................................ 24
Shooting Display Options....................................................... 25
Using the FUNC. Menu .......................................................... 25
Using the Menu Screen.......................................................... 26
On-Screen Keyboard.............................................................. 27
Indicator Display..................................................................... 28
Clock ...................................................................................... 28
2 Auto Mode.................................................................. 29
Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings .......................... 29
Shooting (Smart Auto) ...............................................................29
Still Images/Movies ...............................................................31
Still Images............................................................................31
Movies ...................................................................................31
Scene Icons...............................................................................32
Image Stabilization Icons...........................................................33
On-Screen Frames ....................................................................33
Common, Convenient Features ............................................. 34
Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)..........................34
Using the Self-Timer ..................................................................34
Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake .......................35
Customizing the Self-Timer ...................................................35
Adding a Date Stamp ................................................................36
Continuous Shooting .................................................................36
Image Customization Features .............................................. 37

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Changing the Aspect Ratio........................................................37
Changing the Number of Recording Pixels (Image Size).......... 38
Guidelines for Choosing Recording Pixel Setting Based
on Paper Size (for 4:3 Images) .............................................38
Changing Movie Image Quality .................................................38
Helpful Shooting Features...................................................... 39
Displaying Grid Lines.................................................................39
Customizing Camera Operation............................................. 39
Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam ..............................................39
Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp...............................40
Changing the Image Display Style after Shots..........................40
Changing the Image Display Period after Shots ...................40
Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots .........................41
3 Other Shooting Modes.............................................. 42
Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control)............ 42
Specic Scenes...................................................................... 43
Applying Special Effects......................................................... 44
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) ............44
Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect).............45
Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time
(for One-Minute Clips) ...........................................................45
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)...........46
Shooting in Monochrome...........................................................46
Special Modes for Other Purposes ........................................ 47
Auto Shooting after Detecting New Person
(Face Self-Timer).......................................................................47
Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter) .................................47
4 P Mode........................................................................ 49
Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) ....................................... 49
Image Brightness (Exposure)................................................. 50
Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)............ 50
Changing the Metering Method .................................................50
Changing the ISO Speed...........................................................51
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) .................................. 51
Image Colors.......................................................................... 52
Adjusting White Balance............................................................52
Custom White Balance..........................................................52
Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) ................................52
Custom Color.........................................................................53
Shooting Range and Focusing............................................... 54
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) .....................................................54
Shooting Distant Subjects (Innity)............................................54
Digital Tele-Converter ................................................................54
Changing the AF Frame Mode ..................................................55
Center....................................................................................55
Face AiAF..............................................................................55
Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) .....................56
Shooting with Servo AF .........................................................56
Changing the Focus Setting ......................................................57
Flash....................................................................................... 57
Changing the Flash Mode .........................................................57
Auto .......................................................................................57
On..........................................................................................57
Slow Synchro ........................................................................57
Off..........................................................................................58
Other Settings ........................................................................ 58
Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) .................... 58
Changing the IS Mode Settings.................................................59
Recording Movies with Subjects at the Same Size
Shown before Shooting .........................................................59

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
5 Playback Mode .......................................................... 60
Viewing................................................................................... 60
Switching Display Modes...........................................................61
Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights) ......................61
Histogram ..............................................................................62
GPS Information Display .......................................................62
Browsing and Filtering Images............................................... 62
Navigating through Images in an Index.....................................62
Finding Images Matching Specied Conditions.........................63
Image Viewing Options .......................................................... 64
Magnifying Images ....................................................................64
Viewing Slideshows...................................................................64
Changing Slideshow Settings................................................64
Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Shufe) ....................65
Protecting Images .................................................................. 66
Using the Menu .........................................................................66
Choosing Images Individually....................................................66
Selecting a Range .....................................................................67
Protecting All Images at Once ...................................................68
Clearing All Protection at Once .............................................68
Erasing Images ...................................................................... 68
Erasing Multiple Images at Once...............................................68
Choosing a Selection Method ...............................................68
Choosing Images Individually................................................69
Selecting a Range .................................................................69
Specifying All Images at Once...............................................69
Rotating Images ..................................................................... 70
Using the Menu .........................................................................70
Deactivating Auto Rotation ........................................................70
Tagging Images as Favorites ................................................. 71
Using the Menu .........................................................................71
Editing Still Images................................................................. 72
Resizing Images ........................................................................72
Cropping ....................................................................................72
Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) ................................73
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) .................................. 74
Correcting Red-Eye ...................................................................74
Editing Movies........................................................................ 75
6 Wi-Fi Functions.......................................................... 76
Available Wi-Fi Features ........................................................ 76
Sending Images to a Smartphone.......................................... 77
Sending Images to an NFC-Compatible Smartphone ...............77
Connecting via NFC When Camera Is Off or in Shooting
Mode .....................................................................................77
Connecting via NFC When Camera Is in Playback Mode.....79
Adding a Smartphone................................................................80
Using Another Access Point ......................................................82
Previous Access Points .............................................................82
Saving Images to a Computer................................................ 83
Preparing to Register a Computer.............................................83
Installing CameraWindow......................................................83
Conguring the Computer for a Wi-Fi Connection
(Windows Only) .....................................................................83
Saving Images to a Connected Computer.................................84
Conrming Access Point Compatibility..................................84
Using WPS-Compatible Access Points .................................85
Connecting to Listed Access Points ...................................... 87
Previous Access Points .........................................................88
Sending Images to a Registered Web Service....................... 88
Registering Web Services .........................................................88
Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY................................ 89
Registering Other Web Services ...........................................90
Uploading Images to Web Services ..........................................91

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Printing Images Wirelessly from a Connected Printer............ 92
Sending Images to Another Camera ...................................... 93
Image Sending Options.......................................................... 94
Sending Multiple Images ...........................................................94
Selecting a Range .................................................................94
Sending Favorite Images ......................................................95
Notes on Sending Images .........................................................95
Choosing the Number of Recording Pixels (Image Size) ..........96
Adding Comments .....................................................................96
Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)......................... 97
Initial Preparations.....................................................................97
Preparing the Camera ...........................................................97
Preparing the Computer ........................................................97
Sending Images.........................................................................98
Viewing Images Sent via Image Sync on a Smartphone.......98
Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images and Control
the Camera............................................................................. 99
Geotagging Images on the Camera ..........................................99
Remote Live View Shooting ....................................................100
Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings.......................................... 101
Editing Connection Information ...............................................101
Changing a Device Nickname .............................................101
Erasing Connection Information ..........................................101
Changing the Camera Nickname ............................................102
Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default ...................................102
7 Setting Menu............................................................ 103
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions ...................................... 103
Silencing Camera Operations..................................................103
Adjusting the Volume...............................................................103
Hiding Hints and Tips...............................................................104
Date and Time .........................................................................104
World Clock .............................................................................104
Lens Retraction Timing............................................................105
Using Eco Mode ......................................................................105
Power-Saving Adjustment .......................................................105
Screen Brightness ...................................................................106
Hiding the Start-Up Screen......................................................106
Formatting Memory Cards.......................................................106
Low-Level Formatting..........................................................107
File Numbering ........................................................................107
Date-Based Image Storage.....................................................108
Metric / Non-Metric Display .....................................................108
Checking Certication Logos...................................................108
Display Language....................................................................108
Adjusting Other Settings..........................................................108
Restoring Default Camera Settings .........................................109

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
8 Accessories ............................................................. 110
System Map ..........................................................................110
Optional Accessories............................................................. 111
Power Supplies........................................................................ 111
Flash Unit ................................................................................ 112
Other Accessories ................................................................... 112
Printers .................................................................................... 112
Photo and Movie Storage........................................................ 112
Using Optional Accessories...................................................113
Playback on a TV .................................................................... 113
Using the Software................................................................114
Computer Connections via a Cable......................................... 114
Checking Your Computer Environment ............................... 114
Installing the Software ......................................................... 114
Saving Images to a Computer ................................................. 114
Printing Images .....................................................................116
Easy Print ................................................................................ 116
Conguring Print Settings........................................................ 117
Cropping Images before Printing......................................... 117
Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing ............... 118
Available Layout Options..................................................... 118
Printing ID Photos ............................................................... 118
Printing Movie Scenes............................................................. 119
Movie Printing Options ........................................................ 119
Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) .................................. 119
Conguring Print Settings.................................................... 119
Setting Up Printing for Individual Images ............................ 120
Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images..........................121
Setting Up Printing for All Images........................................121
Clearing All Images from the Print List ................................121
Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF)..................121
Adding Images to a Photobook ...............................................121
Choosing a Selection Method .............................................121
Adding Images Individually..................................................122
Adding All Images to a Photobook ......................................122
Removing All Images from a Photobook ............................. 122
9 Appendix .................................................................. 123
Troubleshooting.................................................................... 123
On-Screen Messages........................................................... 127
On-Screen Information......................................................... 129
Shooting (Information Display) ................................................129
Battery Level .......................................................................129
Playback (Detailed Information Display)..................................130
Summary of Movie Control Panel........................................130
Functions and Menu Tables ................................................. 131
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ...........................131
FUNC. Menu............................................................................132
Shooting Tab............................................................................134
Set Up Tab...............................................................................136
Playback Tab ...........................................................................136
Print Tab ..................................................................................137
Playback Mode FUNC. Menu ..................................................137
Handling Precautions ........................................................... 137
Specications ....................................................................... 138
Image Sensor ......................................................................138
Lens.....................................................................................138
Shutter.................................................................................138
Aperture...............................................................................138
Flash....................................................................................138
Monitor.................................................................................138
Shooting ..............................................................................139
Recording ............................................................................139
Power ..................................................................................140
Interface ..............................................................................140

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Operating Environment .......................................................140
Dimensions (CIPA compliant)..............................................140
Weight (CIPA Compliant).....................................................140
Battery Pack NB-11LH.........................................................141
Battery Charger CB-2LF / CB-2LFE....................................141
Index..................................................................................... 142
Precautions for Wireless Features (Wi-Fi or Others)...........144
Radio Wave Interference Precautions.................................144
Security Precautions ...........................................................144
Third-Party Software ...........................................................145
Personal Information and Security Precautions .................. 145
Trademarks and Licensing ..................................................146
Disclaimer............................................................................146

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Common Camera Operations
Shoot
●Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode)
- =
29
Shooting people well
Portraits
(= 43)
Matching specic scenes
Low Light
(= 43)
Fireworks
(= 43)
Applying special effects
Vivid Colors
(= 44)
Poster Effect
(= 44)
Fish-Eye Effect
(= 44)
Miniature Effect
(= 45)
Toy Camera Effect
(= 46)
Monochrome
(= 46)
●While adjusting image settings (Live View Control)
- =
42
●Focus on faces
- =
29, = 43, = 55
●Without using the ash (Flash Off)
- =
29
●Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer)
- =
34, = 47
●Add a date stamp
- =
36
View
●View images (Playback Mode)
- =
60
●Automatic playback (Slideshow)
- =
64
●On a TV
- =
113
●On a computer
- =
114
●Browse through images quickly
- =
62
●Erase images
- =
68

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Safety Instructions
●Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product
safely.
●Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of
the product or others.
WARNING
Denotes the risk of serious injury or death.
●Keep the product out of the reach of young children.
A strap wrapped around a person’s neck may result in strangulation.
The accessory shoe cover is dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek
immediate medical assistance.
●Use only power sources specied in this instruction manual for use
with the product.
●Do not disassemble or modify the product.
●Do not expose the product to strong shocks or vibration.
●Do not touch any exposed internal parts.
●Stop using the product in any case of unusual circumstances such as
the presence of smoke or a strange smell.
●Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine or paint thinner
to clean the product.
●Do not get the product wet. Do not insert foreign objects or liquids into
the product.
●Do not insert foreign objects or liquids into the product.
●Do not use the product where ammable gases may be present.
This may cause electric shock, explosion or re.
●For products featuring a viewnder, do not look through the viewnder
at strong light sources such as the sun on a bright day or lasers and
other strong articial light sources.
This may harm your vision.
Record/View Movies
●Record movies
- =
29
●View movies (Playback Mode)
- =
60
Print
●Print pictures
- =
116
Save
●Save images to a computer
- =
114
Use Wi-Fi Functions
●Send images to a smartphone
- =
77
●Share images online
- =
88
●Send images to a computer
- =
83

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Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
●Do not allow the product to maintain contact with the same area of skin
for extended periods of time during use.
This may result in low-temperature contact burns, including skin redness
and blistering, even if the product does not feel hot. The use of a tripod or
similar equipment is recommended when using the product in hot places
and for people with circulation problems or less sensitive skin.
●Follow any indications to turn off the product in places where its use is
forbidden.
Not doing so may cause other equipment to malfunction due to the effect
of electromagnetic waves and even result in accidents.
CAUTION
Denotes the risk of injury.
●Do not re the ash near the eyes.
It may hurt the eyes.
●Strap is intended for use on the body only. Hanging the strap with any
product attached on a hook or other object may damage the product.
Also, do not shake the product or expose the product to strong
impacts.
●Do not apply strong pressure on the lens or allow an object to hit it.
This may cause injury or damage to the product.
●Flash emits high temperatures when red. Keep ngers, any other
part of your body, and objects away from the ash unit while taking
pictures.
This may cause burns or malfunction of the ash.
●Do not leave the product in places exposed to extremely high or low
temperatures.
The product may become extremely hot/cold and cause burns or injury
when touched.
●Observe the following instructions when using commercially available
batteries or provided battery packs.
- Use batteries/battery packs only with their specied product.
- Do not heat batteries/battery packs or expose them to re.
- Do not charge batteries/battery packs using non-authorized battery
chargers.
- Do not expose the terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with
metallic pins or other metal objects.
- Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs.
- When disposing of batteries/battery packs, insulate the terminals
with tape or other means.
This may cause electric shock, explosion or re.
If a battery/battery pack leaks and the material contacts your skin or
clothing, ush the exposed area thoroughly with running water. In case of
eye contact, ush thoroughly with copious amounts of clean running water
and seek immediate medical assistance.
●Observe the following instructions when using a battery charger.
- Periodically remove any dust buildup from the power plug and power
outlet using a dry cloth.
- Do not plug in or unplug the product with wet hands.
- Do not use the product if the power plug is not fully inserted into the
power outlet.
- Do not expose the power plug and terminals to dirt or let them come
into contact with metallic pins or other metal objects.
- Do not touch the battery charger or AC adapter connected to a
power outlet during lightning storms.
- Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not damage,
break or modify the power cord.
- Do not wrap the product in cloth or other materials when in use or
shortly after use when the product is still warm in temperature.
- Do not leave the product connected to a power source for long
periods of time.
This may cause electric shock, explosion or re.

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Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
●When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not
come into contact with the screen. Also close the screen (so that it
faces the body), if your product’s screen closes.
●Do not attach any hard objects to the product.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
Caution
Denotes the possibility of property damage.
●Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a
clear day or an intense articial light source.
Doing so may damage the image sensor or other internal components.
●When using the camera on a sandy beach or at a windy location, be
careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
●Wipe off any dust, grime, or other foreign matter on the ash with a
cotton swab or cloth.
The heat emitted from the ash may cause foreign matter to smoke or the
product to malfunction.
●Remove and store the battery pack/batteries when you are not using
the product.
Any battery leakage that occurs may cause product damage.
●Before you discard the battery pack/batteries, cover the terminals with
tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to re or explosions.
●Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do
not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use.
Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to
overheat and distort, resulting in re.
●Do not leave any dedicated battery packs near pets.
Pets biting the battery pack could cause leakage, overheating, or
explosion, resulting in product damage or re.
●If your product uses multiple batteries, do not use batteries that
have different levels of charge together, and do not use old and
new batteries together. Do not insert the batteries with the + and –
terminals reversed.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
●Do not sit down with the camera in your pant pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.

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Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Initial Preparations
Prepare for shooting as follows.
Attaching Accessories
1 Attach the strap.
●Thread the end of the strap through the
strap mount (1), and then pull the other
end of the strap through the loop on the
threaded end (2).
2 Attach the lens cap.
●Remove the lens cap from the lens
momentarily, thread the end of the cord
through the strap mount (1), and then pull
the lens cap through the loop (2).
●Always remove the lens cap before
turning the camera on.
●Keep the lens cap on the lens when the
camera is not in use.
(2)
(1)
(1)(2)
Basic Operations
Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting
and playback
Basic Guide

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2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
3 Remove the battery pack.
●After unplugging the battery charger,
remove the battery pack by pushing it in
(1) and up (2).
●To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not
charge it continuously for more than 24 hours.
●For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach
the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in
malfunction or damage to the product.
●For details on charging time and the number of shots and
recording time possible with a fully charged battery pack, see
“Recording” (=
139).
●Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when
they are not used. Charge the battery pack on (or immediately
before) the day of use.
●The charger can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power
(50/60 Hz). For power outlets in a different format, use a
commercially available adapter for the plug. Never use an
electrical transformer designed for traveling, which may damage
the battery pack.
(1)
(2)
Holding the Camera
●Place the strap around your wrist.
●When shooting, keep your arms close to
your body and hold the camera securely
to prevent it from moving. If you have
raised the ash, do not rest your ngers
on it.
Charging the Battery Pack
Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to
charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the
battery pack charged.
1 Insert the battery pack.
●After aligning the marks on the battery
pack and charger, insert the battery pack
by pushing it in (1) and down (2).
2 Charge the battery pack.
●CB-2LF: Flip out the plug (1) and plug the
charger into a power outlet (2).
●CB-2LFE: Plug the power cord into the
charger, then plug the other end into a
power outlet.
●The charging lamp turns orange, and
charging begins.
●When charging is nished, the lamp turns
green.
(1)
(2)
(2)
(1)
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3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
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4 Close the cover.
●Lower the cover (1) and hold it down as
you slide the switch, until it clicks into the
closed position (2).
●For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be
saved on one memory card, see “Recording” (=
139).
Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card
Remove the battery pack.
●Open the cover and press the battery
lock in the direction of the arrow.
●The battery pack will pop up.
Remove the memory card.
●Push the memory card in until it clicks,
and then slowly release it.
●The memory card will pop up.
(1)
(2)
Inserting the Battery Pack and Your Memory Card
Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately).
Note that before using a memory card that is new or has been formatted
in another device, you should format the memory card with this camera
(= 106).
1 Open the cover.
●Slide the cover (1) and open it (2).
2 Insert the battery pack.
●Holding the battery pack with the
terminals (1) facing as shown, press the
battery lock (2) in the direction of the
arrow and insert the battery pack until the
lock clicks shut.
●If you insert the battery pack facing the
wrong way, it cannot be locked into the
correct position. Always conrm that the
battery pack is facing the right way and
locks when inserted.
3 Check your card’s write-protect
switch and insert the memory card.
●Recording is not possible on memory
cards with a write-protect switch when the
switch is in the locked position. Slide the
switch to the unlocked position.
●Insert the memory card with the label (1)
facing as shown until it clicks into place.
●Make sure the memory card is facing the
right way when you insert it. Inserting
memory cards facing the wrong way may
damage the camera.
(1)
(2)
(
1
)
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7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
●Unless you set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/
Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on.
Specify the correct information.
●To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [ ] in step 2
and then choose [ ] by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons.
Changing the Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
1 Access the menu screen.
●Press the [ ] button.
2 Choose [Date/Time].
●Move the zoom lever to choose the [ ]
tab.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose
[Date/Time], and then press the [ ]
button.
3 Change the date and time.
●Follow step 2 in “Setting the Date and
Time” (= 18) to adjust the settings.
●Press the [ ] button to close the
menu screen.
Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen
is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this
way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when
you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
You can also add a date stamp to shots, if you wish (= 36).
1 Turn the camera on.
●Press the power button.
●The [Date/Time] screen is displayed.
2 Set the date and time.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an
item.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to specify the
date and time.
●When nished, press the [ ] button.
3 Specify your home time zone.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose your
home time zone.
4 Finish the setup process.
●Press the [ ] button when nished.
After a conrmation message, the setting
screen is no longer displayed.
●To turn off the camera, press the power
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2Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
5Playback Mode
6Wi-Fi Functions
7Setting Menu
8Accessories
4P Mode
9Appendix
Index
Display Language
Change the display language as needed.
1 Enter Playback mode.
●Press the [ ] button.
2 Access the setting screen.
●Press and hold the [ ] button, and then
immediately press the [ ] button.
3 Set the display language.
●Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose
a language, and then press the [ ]
button.
●Once the display language has been set,
the setting screen is no longer displayed.
●The current time is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after
pressing the [ ] button before you press the [ ] button.
In this case, press the [ ] button to dismiss the time display and
repeat step 2.
●You can also change the display language by pressing the
[] button and choosing [Language ] on the [ ] tab.
●Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the
camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the
battery pack is removed.
●The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you
insert a charged battery pack, even if the camera is left off.
●Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will
be displayed when you turn the camera on. Set the correct date
and time as described in “Setting the Date and Time” (=
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3 Compose the shot.
●To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move
the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto),
and to zoom away from the subject, move
it toward [ ] (wide angle).
4 Shoot.
Shooting Still Images
1) Focus.
●Press the shutter button lightly, halfway
down. The camera beeps twice after
focusing, and AF frames are displayed to
indicate image areas in focus.
●If [Raise the ash] is displayed, lift the
ash with your ngers. It will re when
shooting. If you prefer not to use the
ash, push it down with your nger, into
the camera.
Trying the Camera Out
Still Images Movies
Try out the camera by turning it on, shooting some still images or movies,
and viewing them.
Shooting (Smart Auto)
For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specic scenes,
simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
1 Turn the camera on.
●Press the power button.
●The startup screen is displayed.
2 Enter [ ] mode.
●Press the [ ] button several times
until [ ] is displayed.
●Aim the camera at the subject. The
camera will make a slight clicking noise
as it determines the scene.
●Icons representing the scene and image
stabilization mode are displayed in the
upper right of the screen.
●Frames displayed around any detected
subjects indicate that they are in focus.