Canon PowerShot SX530 HS User manual

Getting Started ENGLISH
CEL-SV5DA210
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Package Contents
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-6LH*1
Battery Charger
CB-2LYE
Neck Strap*2Lens Cap
(with cord)*2
*1 Do not peel off the battery pack label.
*2 For attachment instructions, refer to the Camera User Guide that can be downloaded
from the Canon website.
• Printed matter is also included.
• A memory card is not included.
Compatible Memory Cards
No memory card is included. Purchase one of the following kinds of card
as needed. These memory cards can be used, regardless of capacity. For
details on the number of shots and recording time per memory card, see
“Specifications” in the downloadable Camera User Guide.
• SD memory cards*
• SDHC memory cards*
• SDXC memory cards*
* Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified
to work with the camera.

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Manuals and Software
Manuals and Software
You can download manuals and software from the
following URL.
http://www.canon.com/icpd/
zWith a computer connected to the Internet, access the above URL.
zAccess the site for your country or region.
zAdobe Reader is required to view the manuals.
zYou can also download software from the website. For instructions on
downloading and installing the software, refer to the Camera User Guide
available for download.
Initial Preparations
Initial Preparations
Charging the Battery Pack
1Insert the battery pack.
zAfter aligning the marks on the battery
pack and charger, insert the battery pack
by pushing it in (1) and down (2).
2Charge the battery pack.
zPlug the power cord into the charger,
then plug the other end into a power
outlet.
zThe charging lamp turns orange, and
charging begins.
zWhen charging is finished, the lamp turns
green. Remove the battery pack.
zFor details on charging time and the
number of shots or recording time
available with a fully charged battery
pack, refer to “Specifications” in the
downloadable Camera User Guide.
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Initial Preparations
Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card
1Open the cover.
zSlide the cover (1) and open it (2).
2Insert the battery pack.
zHolding 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.
zIf you insert the battery pack facing the
wrong way, it cannot be locked into the
correct position. Always confirm that the
battery pack is facing the right way and
locks when inserted.
zTo remove the battery pack, press the
battery lock in the direction of the arrow.
3Check the card’s write-protect
tab and insert the memory card.
zRecording is not possible on memory
cards with a write-protect tab when the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
to the unlocked position.
zInsert the memory card with the label (1)
facing as shown until it clicks into place.
zTo remove the memory card, push it in
until you feel a click, and then slowly
release it.
(1)
(2)
(1) (2)
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Initial Preparations
4Close the cover.
zLower the cover (1) and hold it down as
you slide it, until it clicks into the closed
position (2).
Setting the Date and Time
1Turn the camera on.
zPress the ON/OFF button.
zThe [Date/Time] screen is displayed.
2Set the date and time.
zPress the [q][r] buttons to choose an
option.
zPress the [o][p] buttons to specify the
date and time.
zWhen finished, press the [m] button.
3Specify your home time zone.
zPress the [q][r] buttons to choose your
home time zone.
zPress the [m] button when finished.
After a confirmation message, the setting
screen is no longer displayed.
zTo turn off the camera, press the ON/OFF
button.
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Initial Preparations
Changing the Date and Time
To adjust the date and time once you have set it, do the following.
1Press the [n] button.
2Move the zoom lever to choose the [3] tab.
3Press the [o][p] buttons to choose [Date/Time], and then press the
[m] button.
4Follow step 2 in “Setting the Date and Time” to adjust the settings.
5Press the [n] button.
Display Language
Change the display language as needed.
1Enter Playback mode.
zPress the [1] button.
2Access the setting screen.
zPress and hold the [m] button, and then
immediately press the [n] button.
zPress the [o][p][q][r] buttons to
choose a language, and then press the
[m] button.

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Trying the Camera Out
Trying the Camera Out
Shooting
For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes,
simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
1Turn the camera on and enter
[] mode.
zPress the ON/OFF button.
zSet the mode dial to [ ].
2Compose the shot.
zTo zoom in and enlarge the subject, move
the zoom lever toward [i] (telephoto) as
you watch the screen, and to zoom away
from the subject, move it toward [j]
(wide angle).
3Shoot.
Shooting Still Images
zPress the shutter button lightly (1).
zThe camera beeps twice after focusing,
and AF frames are displayed to indicate
image areas in focus. Press the shutter
button all the way down (2).
zIf [Raise the flash] is displayed, lift the
flash with your finger to prepare it for use.
If you prefer not to use the flash, push it
down with your finger, into the camera.
Shooting Movies
zPress the movie button to start shooting,
and press it again to stop.
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Trying the Camera Out
Viewing
1Enter Playback mode.
zPress the [1] button.
2Browse through your images.
zTo view the previous or next image, press
the [q][r] buttons.
zMovies are identified by a [ ] icon.
To play movies, go to step 3.
3Play movies.
zPress the [m] button, press the [o][p]
buttons to choose [ ], and then press
the [m] button again.
zPlayback now begins, and after the movie
is finished, [ ] is displayed.
zTo adjust the volume, press the [o][p]
buttons.
Erasing Images
To erase the image you chose in step 2, do the following. Note that erased
images cannot be recovered.
1Press the [a] button.
2After [Erase?] is displayed, press the [q][r] buttons to choose [Erase],
and then press the [m] button.
To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon
accessories is recommended.
-Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
-Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
-HDMI Cable HTC-100

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