Canon PowerShot SX530 HS User manual

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ENGLISH
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Camera User Guide
©CANON INC. 2015 CDD-E599-030
●Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions”
(= 14) section, before using the camera.
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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Before Use
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-6LH* Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE
Neck Strap Lens Cap
(with cord)
* Do not peel off the battery pack label.
●Printed matter is also included.
●A memory card is not included (=
2).
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 /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
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.
●Images recorded by the camera shall be for personal use. Refrain
from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note
that even for personal use, photography may contravene copyright
or other legal rights at some performances or exhibitions, or in some
commercial settings.
●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 LCD 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.
●The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic lm for protection
against scratches during shipment. If covered, remove the lm before
using the camera.
●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 /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
(1) (3) (4)
(7)
(6)
(5)
(13)
(14)
(8)
(11) (12)(9) (10)
(17)
(16)
(15)
(2)
(1) Screen (LCD monitor)
(2) Microphone
(3) Power button
(4) Mode dial
(5) Movie button
(6) [ (Exposure compensation)] /
[(Single-image erase)] button
(7) AV OUT (Audio/video output) /
DIGITAL terminal
(8) HDMITM terminal
(9) [ (Playback)] button
(10) Indicator
(11) [ (Mobile Device Connection)]
button
(12) [ ] button
(13) [ (ISO speed)] / [ (Wi-Fi)] /
Up button
(14) [ (Manual focus)] / [ (Macro)]
/ Left button
(15) FUNC./SET button
(16) [ (Flash)] / Right button
(17) [ (Display)] / Down button
Part Names and Conventions in This
Guide
(5)
(10) (11) (13)(12)
(6)
(9) (16)
(15)
(14)
(4)(3)(2)(1)
(4)
(7)
(8)
(1) Zoom lever
Shooting: [ (telephoto)] /
[(wide angle)]
Playback: [ (magnify)] /
[(index)]
(2) Shutter button
(3) Front dial
(4) Strap mount
(5) Flash
(6) Wi-Fi antenna area
(7) Lamp
(8) Speaker
(9) (N-Mark)*
(10) Lens
(11) Lens hood/filter adapter mount
(12) [ (Framing Assist – Seek)]
button
(13) [ (FramingAssist – Lock)]
button
(14) Tripod socket
(15) DC coupler terminal cover
(16) Memory card/battery cover
* Used with NFC features (=
98).

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera
buttons and dials on which they appear or which they resemble.
●The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons.
[] Front dial (3) on front
[ ] Up button (13) on back
[ ] Left button (14) on back
[ ] Right button (16) on back
[ ] Down button (17) 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)
●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”.
●The symbols “ Still Images” and “ Movies” below titles indicate
how the function is used—whether for still images or movies.

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Table of Contents
Before Use
Initial Information..............................................................2
Package Contents.................................................................... 2
Compatible Memory Cards....................................................... 2
Preliminary Notes and Legal Information................................. 3
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide............................ 4
Common Camera Operations ................................................ 12
Safety Precautions................................................................. 14
Basic Guide
Basic Operations.............................................................17
Initial Preparations.................................................................. 17
Attaching Accessories ...............................................................17
Holding the Camera...................................................................18
Charging the Battery Pack.........................................................18
Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card............................19
Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card.....................19
Setting the Date and Time.........................................................20
Changing the Date and Time.................................................20
Display Language......................................................................21
Trying the Camera Out........................................................... 22
Shooting (Smart Auto)...............................................................22
Viewing......................................................................................23
Erasing Images .....................................................................24
Advanced Guide
1 Camera Basics...........................................................25
On/Off..................................................................................... 25
Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down).............................26
Power Saving in Shooting Mode...........................................26
Power Saving in Playback Mode...........................................26
Shutter Button ........................................................................ 26
Shooting Modes ..................................................................... 27
Shooting Display Options....................................................... 27
Using the FUNC. Menu.......................................................... 28
Using the Menu Screen.......................................................... 29
On-Screen Keyboard.............................................................. 30
Indicator Display..................................................................... 30
Clock ...................................................................................... 31
2 Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode................................32
Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings.......................... 32
Shooting (Smart Auto)...............................................................32
Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode...................................................34
Digest Movie Playback..........................................................34
Still Images/Movies ...............................................................35
Still Images............................................................................35
Movies...................................................................................35
Scene Icons...............................................................................36
Image Stabilization Icons...........................................................37
On-Screen Frames....................................................................37
Common, Convenient Features ............................................. 38
Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)..........................38
Easily Reacquiring Subjects after Manual Zooming
(Framing Assist – Seek) ............................................................39

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
3 Other Shooting Modes..............................................51
Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control)............ 51
Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot
(Creative Shot)....................................................................... 52
Image Display during Playback.................................................52
Choosing Effects .......................................................................53
Specic Scenes...................................................................... 53
Image Effects (Creative Filters).............................................. 54
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect)............55
Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect).............55
Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time
(for One-Minute Clips)...........................................................56
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)...........56
Shooting in Monochrome...........................................................57
Special Modes for Other Purposes ........................................ 57
Auto Shooting after Face Detection (Smart Shutter).................57
Auto Shooting after Smile Detection .....................................57
Using the Wink Self-Timer.....................................................58
Using the Face Self-Timer.....................................................58
High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-Speed Burst) .............59
Shooting Various Movies........................................................ 60
Shooting Movies in Movie Mode................................................60
Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Shooting......60
4 P Mode........................................................................61
Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)....................................... 61
Image Brightness (Exposure)................................................. 62
Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)............62
Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock)......................62
Changing the Metering Method.................................................62
Changing the ISO Speed...........................................................63
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)..................................63
Easily Composing Shots after Manual Zooming
(Framing Assist – Lock).............................................................39
Auto Zooming to Keep Faces at a Constant Size......................40
Adjusting the Constant Face Display Size ............................40
Easily Reacquiring Subjects with Auto Zooming (Seek Assist) .41
Using the Self-Timer..................................................................42
Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake.......................42
Customizing the Self-Timer ...................................................43
Adding a Date Stamp ................................................................43
Continuous Shooting.................................................................44
Image Customization Features .............................................. 45
Changing the Aspect Ratio........................................................45
Changing Image Resolution (Size)............................................45
Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based on Paper Size
(for 4:3 Images).....................................................................45
Red-Eye Correction...................................................................46
Changing Movie Image Quality .................................................46
Helpful Shooting Features...................................................... 47
Displaying Grid Lines.................................................................47
Magnifying the Area in Focus....................................................47
Checking for Closed Eyes.........................................................48
Customizing Camera Operation............................................. 48
Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam..............................................48
Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp...............................49
Changing the Image Display Style after Shots..........................49
Changing the Image Display Period after Shots ...................49
Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots .........................50

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
5 Tv, Av, and M Mode....................................................74
Specic Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode)...................................... 74
Specic Aperture Values ([Av] Mode)..................................... 75
Specic Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ([M] Mode) ..... 75
Adjusting the Flash Output........................................................76
6 Playback Mode ..........................................................77
Viewing................................................................................... 77
Switching Display Modes...........................................................78
Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights) ......................79
Histogram..............................................................................79
GPS Information Display.......................................................79
Viewing Short Movies Created When Shooting Still Images
(Digest Movies)..........................................................................79
Viewing by Date.....................................................................80
Browsing and Filtering Images............................................... 80
Navigating through Images in an Index.....................................80
Finding Images Matching Specied Conditions.........................81
Using the Front Dial to Jump between Images..........................81
Viewing Individual Images in a Group.......................................82
Image Viewing Options .......................................................... 83
Magnifying Images ....................................................................83
Viewing Slideshows...................................................................84
Changing Slideshow Settings................................................84
Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Shufe) ....................85
Protecting Images .................................................................. 85
Using the Menu .........................................................................86
Choosing Images Individually....................................................86
Selecting a Range.....................................................................87
Protecting All Images at Once...................................................87
Clearing All Protection at Once .............................................87
Image Colors.......................................................................... 64
Adjusting White Balance............................................................64
Custom White Balance..........................................................64
Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) ................................64
Custom Color.........................................................................65
Shooting Range and Focusing............................................... 66
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro).....................................................66
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode...............................................66
Digital Tele-Converter................................................................67
Changing the AF Frame Mode ..................................................68
Center....................................................................................68
Face AiAF..............................................................................68
Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) .....................69
Shooting with Servo AF.........................................................69
Changing the Focus Setting......................................................70
Shooting with the AF Lock.........................................................70
Flash....................................................................................... 71
Changing the Flash Mode .........................................................71
Auto.......................................................................................71
On..........................................................................................71
Slow Synchro ........................................................................71
Off..........................................................................................71
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation............................72
Shooting with the FE Lock.........................................................72
Other Settings ........................................................................ 73
Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)....................73
Changing the IS Mode Settings.................................................73
Shooting Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown
before Shooting.....................................................................73

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Checking Your Computer Environment...............................105
Installing the Software.........................................................105
Conguring the Computer for a Wi-Fi Connection
(Windows Only)...................................................................106
Saving Images to a Connected Computer...............................107
Conrming Access Point Compatibility................................107
Using WPS-Compatible Access Points...............................107
Connecting to Listed Access Points....................................109
Previous Access Points.......................................................110
Sending Images to a Registered Web Service......................111
Registering Web Services....................................................... 111
Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.............................. 111
Registering Other Web Services.........................................113
Uploading Images to Web Services ........................................113
Printing Images Wirelessly from a Connected Printer...........114
Sending Images to Another Camera.....................................116
Image Sending Options.........................................................117
Notes on Sending Images.......................................................117
Choosing the Image Resolution (Size)....................................117
Adding Comments...................................................................118
Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)........................118
Initial Preparations...................................................................118
Preparing the Camera.........................................................118
Preparing the Computer......................................................119
Sending Images.......................................................................119
Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images and Control
the Camera........................................................................... 120
Geotagging Images on the Camera ........................................120
Shooting Remotely..................................................................121
Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings.......................................... 122
Editing Connection Information ...............................................122
Changing a Device Nickname.............................................122
Erasing Images ...................................................................... 88
Erasing Multiple Images at Once...............................................88
Choosing a Selection Method ...............................................88
Choosing Images Individually................................................89
Selecting a Range.................................................................89
Specifying All Images at Once...............................................89
Rotating Images..................................................................... 90
Using the Menu .........................................................................90
Deactivating Auto Rotation........................................................90
Tagging Images as Favorites ................................................. 91
Using the Menu .........................................................................91
Editing Still Images................................................................. 92
Resizing Images........................................................................92
Cropping....................................................................................92
Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) ................................93
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)..................................94
Correcting Red-Eye...................................................................94
Editing Movies........................................................................ 95
Editing Digest Movies................................................................96
7 Wi-Fi Functions..........................................................97
Available Wi-Fi Features........................................................ 97
Sending Images to a Smartphone.......................................... 98
Sending Images to an NFC-Compatible Smartphone...............98
Connecting via NFC When Off or in Shooting Mode.............98
Connecting via NFC in Playback Mode...............................100
Sending to a Smartphone Assigned to the Button...................101
Adding a Smartphone Using the Wi-Fi Menu..........................102
Using Another Access Point ....................................................104
Previous Access Points...........................................................105
Saving Images to a Computer.............................................. 105
Preparing to Register a Computer...........................................105

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Using Optional Accessories.................................................. 134
Playback on a TV ....................................................................134
Playback on a High-Denition TV........................................134
Playback on a Standard-Denition TV.................................134
Powering the Camera with Household Power.........................135
Using a Lens Hood (Sold Separately).....................................136
Using Lens Filters (Sold Separately).......................................136
Using the Software............................................................... 137
Software ..................................................................................137
Computer Connections via a Cable.........................................138
Checking Your Computer Environment...............................138
Installing the Software.........................................................138
Saving Images to a Computer.................................................138
Printing Images .................................................................... 140
Easy Print................................................................................140
Conguring Print Settings........................................................141
Cropping Images before Printing.........................................141
Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing ...............142
Available Layout Options.....................................................142
Printing ID Photos ...............................................................142
Printing Movie Scenes.............................................................143
Movie Printing Options........................................................143
Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)..................................143
Conguring Print Settings....................................................143
Setting Up Printing for Individual Images............................144
Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images..........................144
Setting Up Printing for All Images........................................144
Clearing All Images from the Print List................................145
Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF)..................145
Erasing Connection Information..........................................123
Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default...................................123
8 Setting Menu............................................................124
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions ...................................... 124
Silencing Camera Operations..................................................124
Adjusting the Volume...............................................................124
Hiding Hints and Tips...............................................................125
Date and Time.........................................................................125
World Clock.............................................................................125
Lens Retraction Timing............................................................126
Using Eco Mode......................................................................126
Power-Saving Adjustment .......................................................126
Screen Brightness...................................................................127
Hiding the Start-Up Screen......................................................127
Formatting Memory Cards.......................................................127
Low-Level Formatting..........................................................128
File Numbering........................................................................128
Date-Based Image Storage.....................................................129
Metric / Non-Metric Display .....................................................129
Checking Certication Logos...................................................129
Display Language....................................................................129
Adjusting Other Settings..........................................................130
Restoring Defaults...................................................................130
9 Accessories .............................................................131
System Map ......................................................................... 131
Optional Accessories............................................................ 132
Power Supplies........................................................................132
Flash Unit ................................................................................133
Other Accessories ...................................................................133
Printer......................................................................................133

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Continuous Shooting Speed................................................165
Shutter Speed .....................................................................165
Aperture...............................................................................165
Battery Pack NB-6LH..........................................................165
Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE......................................165
Lens Hood LH-DC60 (Sold Separately)..............................165
Index..................................................................................... 166
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions........................................ 168
Radio Wave Interference Precautions.....................................168
Security Precautions................................................................168
Trademarks and Licensing ..................................................169
Disclaimer............................................................................169
Adding Images to a Photobook ...............................................145
Choosing a Selection Method .............................................145
Adding Images Individually..................................................146
Adding All Images to a Photobook ......................................146
Removing All Images from a Photobook.............................146
10 Appendix..................................................................147
Troubleshooting.................................................................... 147
On-Screen Messages........................................................... 150
On-Screen Information......................................................... 152
Shooting (Information Display)................................................152
Battery Level .......................................................................153
Playback (Detailed Information Display)..................................153
Summary of Movie Control Panel........................................154
Functions and Menu Tables................................................. 154
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ...........................154
FUNC. Menu............................................................................156
Shooting Tab............................................................................157
Set Up Tab...............................................................................161
Playback Tab...........................................................................161
Print Tab ..................................................................................162
Playback Mode FUNC. Menu..................................................162
Handling Precautions........................................................... 162
Specications ....................................................................... 163
Camera Specications.............................................................163
Wi-Fi....................................................................................163
Digital Zoom Focal Length (35mm lm equivalent) .............163
Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time..............163
Number of Shots per Memory Card ....................................164
Recording Time per Memory Card ......................................164
Flash Range........................................................................164
Shooting Range...................................................................165

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Common Camera Operations
Shoot
●Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode, Hybrid Auto Mode)
- =
32, = 34
●See several effects applied to each shot, using camera-determined
settings (Creative Shot Mode)
- =
52
Shooting people well
Portraits
(= 53) Against Snow (= 53)
Matching specic scenes
Low Light
(= 53) Fireworks (= 53)
Applying special effects
Vivid Colors
(= 54) Poster Effect (= 54) Fish-Eye Effect (= 55)
Miniature Effect
(= 55) Toy Camera Effect (= 56) Monochrome (= 57)
●While adjusting image settings (Live View Control)
- =
51
●Focus on faces
- =
32, = 53, = 68
●Without using the ash (Flash Off)
- =
32, = 71
●Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer)
- =
42, = 58
●Add a date stamp
- =
43
●Movie clips and photos together (Movie Digest)
- =
34

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Save
●Save images to a computer via a cable
- =
138
Use Wi-Fi Functions
●Send images to a smartphone
- =
98
●Share images online
- =
111
●Send images to a computer
- =
105
View
●View images (Playback Mode)
- =
77
●Automatic playback (Slideshow)
- =
84
●On a TV
- =
134
●On a computer
- =
138
●Browse through images quickly
- =
80
●Erase images
- =
88
Shoot/View Movies
●Shoot movies
- =
32, = 60
●View movies (Playback Mode)
- =
77
Print
●Print pictures
- =
140

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
This could result in electrical shock or re.
If the product gets wet, or if liquid or foreign objects get inside, remove the
battery pack/batteries or unplug immediately.
●Do not look through the viewnder (if your model has one) at intense
light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense articial
light source.
This could damage your eyesight.
●Do not touch the product during thunderstorms if it is plugged in.
This could result in electrical shock or re. Immediately stop using the
product and distance yourself from it.
●Use only the recommended battery pack/batteries.
●Do not place the battery pack/batteries near or in direct ame.
This may cause the battery pack/batteries to explode or leak, resulting in
electrical shock, re, or injuries. If leaking battery electrolyte comes into
contact with eyes, mouth, skin, or clothing, immediately ush with water.
●If the product uses a battery charger, note the following precautions.
- Remove the plug 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 insert or remove the plug 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 plug is damaged or not fully inserted in the outlet.
- Do not allow dust or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact
the terminals or plug.
- Do not cut, damage, alter, or place heavy items on the power cord, if
your product uses one.
This could result in electrical shock or re.
●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 product in places where use of electronic devices
is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Safety Precautions
●Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly.
●The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and
other persons from being injured or incurring property damage.
●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 ash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the ash could damage
eyesight. In particular, remain at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) away from infants
when using the ash.
●Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
A strap wound around a child’s neck may result in asphyxiation.
If your product uses a power cord, mistakenly winding the cord around a
child’s neck may result in asphyxiation.
●Use only recommended power sources.
●Do not disassemble, alter, or apply heat to the product.
●Do not peel off the label, if the battery pack has one.
●Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
●Do not touch the interior of the product if it is broken, such as when
dropped.
●Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke or a strange
smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally.
●Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to
clean the product.
●Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects
inside.

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●On products that raise and lower the ash automatically, make sure to
avoid pinching your ngers with the lowering ash.
This could result in injury.
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.
●On products that raise and lower the ash automatically, do not push
the ash down or pry it open.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
●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.
●Do not allow the camera to maintain contact with skin for extended
periods.
Even if the camera does not feel hot, this may cause low-temperature
burns, manifested in redness of the skin or blistering. Use a tripod in hot
places, or if you have poor circulation or insensitive skin.
Caution
Denotes the possibility of injury.
●When carrying the product by the strap, be careful not to bang it,
subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other
objects.
●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 ash, be careful not to cover it with your ngers or
clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the ash.
●Avoid using, placing, or storing the product in the following places:
- Places subject to direct sunlight
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F)
- Humid or dusty places
These could cause leakage, overheating, or an explosion of the battery
pack/batteries, resulting in electrical shock, re, burns, or other injuries.
Overheating and damage may result in electrical shock, re, burns, or
other injuries.
●The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed
for prolonged periods.
●When using optional lenses, lens lters, or lter adapters (if
applicable), be sure to attach these accessories rmly.
If the lens accessory becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the
shards of glass may lead to cuts.

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●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.
●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.
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Basic Guide
Basic Operations
Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting
and playback
Initial Preparations
Prepare for shooting as follows.
Attaching Accessories
1 Attach the strap.
●Attach the included strap to the camera
as shown.
●On the other side of the camera, attach
the strap the same way.
2 Attach the lens cap.
●Remove the lens cap from the lens and
attach the lens cap cord to the strap.
●Always remove the lens cap before
turning the camera on. Try clipping the
lens cap to the neck strap when the cap
is not in use.
●Keep the lens cap on the lens when the
camera is not in use.
(2)
(1)
(5)
(4) (3)
(1)
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Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
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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
“Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time” (=
163).
●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.
(2)
(1)
Holding the Camera
●Place the strap around your neck.
●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-2LY: Flip out the plug (1) and plug the
charger into a power outlet (2).
●CB-2LYE: 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)
CB-2LY
(1)
(2)
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●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.
4 Close the cover.
●Lower the cover (1) and hold it down as
you slide it, 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 “Number of Shots per Memory
Card” (=
164).
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.
(2)
(1)
Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card
Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately).
Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted
in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera
(= 127).
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 the card’s write-protect tab
and insert the memory card.
●Recording 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.
●Insert the memory card with the label (1)
facing as shown until it clicks into place.
(1)
(2)
(1) (2)
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
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
button.
●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.
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 (= 43).
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
option.
●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.