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Quick Start

Battery Lock

Install the battery.
Open the battery cover and insert the battery pack while pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (p. 19).

Terminals

Charge the battery.
Confirm that the main dial is turned to. Charge the battery. The battery is charged (approximately 90%) when the orange indicator on the back panel stops flashing and changes to a steady orange. After charging, detach the compact power adapters DC plug from the camera (p. 19).

Orange Indicator

Install the CF card.
Open the CF card slot and insert a CF card (p. 27).

4 Remove the lens cap. 5

8 Quick Start
Pinch it between your fingers to remove it.

Turn the power on.

Turn the main dial (lower dial) to (p. 31). (shooting)
mode dial (upper 6 Turn theshooting mode. dial) to the desired
The easiest way to snap an image is to select the mode (p. 40).
Compose the image and focus.
Aim the camera and lightly press the shutter button halfway. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set (p. 36).

8 Shoot.

Press the shutter button all the way. You will hear the sound of the shutter close when the shot is complete (p. 36).
9 View the recorded image.
The recorded image will display for approximately 2 seconds. Keep your finger on the shutter button or press the Set button while the image is displayed to continue to display the image after the shutter button is released (p. 42).
To Immediately Delete the Displayed Image 1. Press the button while the image is displayed. arrow on the omni selector to select 2. Press the [OK]. 3. Press the Set button.

Quick Start 9

Components Guide

Front View

Shutter Button (p. 36) Remote Sensor (p. 107) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 53) Built-In Flash (p. 44) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 44) Hot Shoe (p. 108) Mode Dial (p. 13) Main Dial (p. 13) (Image Stabilizer) Switch (p. 37) (Manual Focus) button (p. 74) (Flash) Button (p. 44) Speaker Terminal Cover Strap Eyelet (p. 29)
Microphone Lens Lens Accessory Mounting Thread (p. 111) Zoom Ring (p. 43) DC IN Terminal (p. 19) DIGITAL (Digital) Terminal* (pp. 118, 119) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Out) Terminal (p. 105)
* To connect the camera to the computer with the USB interface, attach the supplied USB cable to the cameras Digital terminal. To connect to a serial port, the separately sold serial cable (IFC-200PCS for Windows and IFC-200MC for Macintosh) is required.

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Back View
Viewfinder (pp. 16, 41) Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 41)
Strap Eyelet (p. 29) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 27)

Turn the main dial to

Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow and lift to open it.
Press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow while inserting the battery pack, then close the battery cover.
Insert the battery pack until it locks into place.
Terminals Connect to an Electrical Outlet
the power cord to 4 Attach adapter and plug itthe compact power into an electrical outlet.
Connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter to the cameras DC IN terminal.
The indicator on the back panel will flash orange while the battery pack is charging and change to steady orange when it is approximately 90% charged. If it is charged for approximately two more hours, it will become fully charged and the indicator will switch to green.

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After charging the battery, remove it from the camera if the camera will not be used. If the main dial is set to any position other than while charging, the battery pack will stop charging and the household electrical current will power the camera. This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to completely use or discharge it before recharging. It can be charged at any charge state. It takes approximately 100 minutes to bring a fully discharged battery pack to a charge state of approximately 90% (adequate charge for use). It takes approximately two more hours to charge it fully (based on standard Canon testing criteria). Charge it within a temperature range of 5 to 40 C (41 to 104 F). Charging times will vary according to the surrounding humidity and battery pack charge state.
Battery Pack Handling Precautions Keep the battery pack and camera terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry cloth before charging or using the battery pack. Do not cover the compact power adapter with anything, such as a tablecloth, cushion or blanket, when it is charging. Heat will build up internally and possibly lead to fire. Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack BP-511 with the supplied equipment. It could damage the camera. The battery pack continues to discharge a small amount when left in the camera even with the power turned off. This shortens the battery life. Remove it from the camera, attach the supplied terminal adapter and store it in a cool, dry place. Charge it before use. Even charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. You are advised to charge the battery on the day of use, or one day before, to ensure a full charge. Storing fully charged battery packs may shorten battery life and diminish performance. The camera consumes the battery charge when the power is on even when a function is not being used. To conserve the battery charge, be particularly attentive in turning the power off. Although the battery packs maximum operating range is 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F), the optimal range is 10 to 30 C (50 to 86 F). At cold temperatures, such as those experienced on ski hills, performance will temporarily decline, reducing the usable time before recharging. If the usable time of a battery pack diminishes substantially even when fully charged, it should be replaced.

The shooting procedures are the same as those described in steps 6-8 in the Quick Start section (p. 9). The shutter speed and aperture settings are automatically determined and show in the display panel. They also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on.
You can change the following settings. - Resolution: Large* / Medium / Small - Compression: Superfine / Fine* / Normal - Flash: Red-Eye Reduction Auto* / Auto / Off - Drive Method: Single* / Self-Timer - Digital Zoom: Off* / 2x / 4x - Review: Off / 2 sec.* / 10 sec. - File No. Reset: Off* / On * Default settings An image can be checked immediately after recording it. You can also change the length of time images show in the LCD monitor after shooting, or set it so they do not show at all (p. 42).
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When composing an image, be sure to aim the autofocus brackets in the center of the LCD monitor or viewfinder right at your subject.
The approximate area metered by the autofocus is shown by the dotted line.
Use the diopter adjustment dial to adjust the viewfinder so that the information it displays is in focus. For example, the (camera shake) icon shows in the viewfinder when the image stabilizer function is on. Turn the diopter adjustment dial until it appears sharply defined.

Diopter Adjustment Dial

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Checking an Image Right after Shooting

Checking the Image

The image will show in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting even if the shutter button is released. You can also view the image with the following procedures. Keeping the Shutter Button Pressed The image will continue to display in the LCD monitor or viewfinder as long as the shutter button is kept fully depressed after shooting. Pressing the Set Button If you press the Set button while the image is displayed in the LCD monitor or viewfinder, it will continue to display even after the shutter button is released. Press the shutter button halfway again to stop displaying it.
There is a shortcut for erasing the image while it is displayed (p. 9).
Changing the Image Display Duration
The display of the image in the LCD monitor or viewfinder after shooting can be set to Off or the duration changed to 10 seconds.

In the [

(Rec.)] menu, select [Review].
See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38).
Select a Review setting and press the Menu button.
With the [Off] option, the image will not automatically display. However, you can view it if you keep the shutter button held down. With the [2 sec.] or [10 sec.] options, the image automatically displays for the set duration even if the shutter button is released. You can display the image longer than the 2or 10-second duration by keeping the shutter button depressed or by pressing the Set button while it is displayed. Another picture can be taken even while the last is displayed.

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Adjusting the Zoom (Focal Length)
Focal length can be adjusted from 7 to 70 mm (equivalent to 37 to 370 mm in 35 mm film format).

Telephoto / Wide Angle

Twist the zoom ring toward (telephoto). Twist the zoom ring toward (wide angle). to zoom in to zoom out

Digital Zoom

An image already zoomed with the optical zoom lens can be further zoomed digitally by 2 or 4 times (p. 55) and shot.
The digital zoom combines the optical zoom with a digital teleconverter function. The resolution is coarser than with pure optical magnification.
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Using the Built-In Flash

Use the built-in flash according to the guidelines below.
(Auto)* (Red-eye reduction, Auto) (Red-eye reduction, Flash on) (Flash on) (Flash off) The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level. The red-eye reduction lamp always fires but the flash only fires as required by the lighting level. The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash always fire. The flash always fires. The flash does not fire.
* No icon appears in the display panel in Auto mode.
Press the button to switch between flash modes.
The selected flash mode will show in the display panel. It will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on.

Shoot the image.

When the flash is set to fire, it will automatically pop up when the shutter button is pressed halfway and a red will appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. Shooting procedures are described in steps 6-8 in the Quick Start section (p. 9). To close the flash, press it down with your fingers.
Built-in Flash Settings The flash cannot be used with some shooting modes.
(Auto) (Red-eye reduction, Auto) (Red-eye reduction, Flash on) (Flash on) (Flash off)
q q* q q* q q q q q q* q q q q q q q q* q q* q q q q* q q q q v v* q* q q q* q q q* q q q* q q q*
* Default setting. q Setting selection is possible. v Setting can only be selected for the first image. - Setting selection is not possible.
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The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/250 second if a faster speed is selected. The flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to charge in some cases. Actual times will vary according to usage and the battery charge. The flash will fire at full strength in mode. , , , , , , , The flash will automatically adjust its output in the and modes. and The flash setting is saved when the camera is turned off in the , , shooting modes. The flash will fire twice. A pre-flash will fire just before the shutter closes and will be followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is used by the camera to obtain the subjects exposure data so that the main flash can be set to the optimal intensity for the shot.

Turning the camera off cancels the setting.
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Continuous Mode

Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is pressed.
Press the button several times to display the icon in the display panel. The icon will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on. You can cancel the continuous mode by button until the icon pressing the disappears.
While the shutter button is pressed all the way, shots are taken at approximately 0.7 images per second* when the image quality is set to Large / Fine. Release the shutter button to stop shooting. * This figure reflects standard shooting conditions
established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
This mode cannot be selected in the , or shooting mode. An externally mounted flash will not fire in this mode. The built-in flash can be used, but the interval between images will lengthen to accommodate the flash recharge time. Successive frames can be shot until the CF card is filled. The interval between frames may lengthen somewhat when the internal memory gets full. Turning the camera off cancels the setting.
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Images can be digitally zoomed by a factor of 2 or 4 with the digital teleconverter function.
Turn the mode dial to any shooting or. mode except for In the [ Zoom]. (Rec.)] menu, select [Digital
Select [2x] or [4x] and press the Menu button.
The LCD monitor or viewfinder changes to the selected zoom setting. The shooting procedures are the same as those described in steps 6-8 in the Quick Start section (p. 9).

4 Shoot the image.

Zoom Setting
This mode cannot be selected in the and shooting modes or for the RAW file format. The digital zoom combines the image captured by the optical zoom lens with a digital teleconverter function. The more the image is zoomed, the coarser it becomes.
Shortcut Hold the Set button and twist the zoom ring once toward the side to set the factor to 2x and twist it again to set it to 4x. When the factor is set to 4x, hold the Set button and twist the zoom ring once side to switch to 2x and once more to turn the digital zoom off. toward the
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Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects
The various camera settings, such as the resolution, compression, shutter speed, and aperture value, can be freely selected to shoot images.
After you have changed the settings, the shooting procedures are the same as those described in steps 6-8 in the Quick Start section (p. 9).

Changing the Resolution and Compression
Images can be shot at the following resolution and compression settings.
Resolution (Large) (Medium) (Small) 1856 x 1392 pixels 1024 x 768 pixels 640 x 480 pixels Compression Superfine Fine Normal

Resolution

Turn the mode dial to a shooting mode other than. In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Resolution] or [Compression].

Compression

Select a resolution or compression setting and press the Menu button.
The selected resolution and compression settings will show in the display panel.
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Approximate File Size for One Image
Resolution (1856 x 1392) (1024 x 768) (640 x 480) (1856 x 1392) 1502 KB 591 KB 273 KB Compression 837 KB 329 KB 156 KB 2147 KB 417 KB 174 KB 88 KB
This figure reflects standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. Please see the list of CF cards and their approximate capacities (p. 27).
The settings cannot be adjusted in mode. In can only be adjusted for the first image.
mode, the resolution setting
The resolution and compression settings are affected by the shooting mode selection according to the following.
Initial Shooting Mode Next Shooting Mode Resolution and Compression after Change Settings change to those of the next mode Settings do not change Settings change to those of the next mode Settings do not change Settings change to those of the next mode
The resolution and compression settings are saved when the camera is turned off.
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Changing the File Format

The recording file format can be switched to the RAW format. With the standard JPEG file format, the camera processes images after capturing them to produce optimal results. This format compresses images so that more can be stored on a single CF card. However, the compression is irreversible, meaning that the original image data cannot be recovered after processing. In contrast, the RAW format records the image data as captured by the cameras CCD without further processing. RAW images are compressed, but the compression is reversible* so that a high-quality image can be obtained from the decompressed file without any loss of image quality. In addition, although a RAW file is larger than an equivalent JPEG file, it is still only approximately one-quarter the size** of an uncompressed RGB TIFF format file, making it relatively compact. With standard uncompressed file formats, such as RGB TIFF, images are processed in the camera and require further processing by retouching software to adjust the image parameters, which reduces image quality. With the RAW format, however, the original data can be used in special software* to adjust the image parameters (white balance, contrast, sharpness and saturation) making it possible to maintain the image quality while making changes. The resolution is fixed at 1856 x 1392.

* The supplied driver software is required to open or adjust RAW images on a computer. Please see the separate Software Starter Guide. ** As measured by standard Canon test conditions.
Turn the mode dial to , In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select [File Format].
3 Select [RAW] and press the Menu button. 4 Shoot the image.
The icon will show in the display panel.
This format can only be selected in ,

modes.

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Program AE

Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture settings to match the brightness of the scene.
The shutter speed and aperture settings will be set automatically and shown in the display panel. They will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on. The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed and aperture settings do not blink in the display panel.
If an incorrect exposure will result, the shutter speed and aperture settings blink in the display panel and show in red in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. Use the following methods to shoot. - Use the flash. - Adjust the exposure using spot metering, exposure compensation or flash exposure compensation. - Switch the shooting mode to (Manual).
Differences and Similarities between the and Modes. Both modes automatically select the shutter speed and aperture settings. mode. The following settings can be adjusted in mode, but not in - Exposure Compensation - White Balance - AEB Mode - Flash Exposure Compensation - Built-In Flash (Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On) - Continuous Mode - File Format Settings - Image Adjustment (ISO Speed, Contrast, Sharpness and Saturation) Settings - Metering Method - Manual Focus - AE Lock - FE Lock
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Setting the Shutter Speed
When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects an aperture setting to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject while slower speeds create a flowing effect.
The shutter speed will show in the display panel. It will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on.
Press the or arrow on the omni selector to select a speed.
The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed and aperture settings do not blink in the display panel.

If the aperture value is flashing or shown in red, the image is under- or overexposed (insufficient light). Adjust the shutter or arrow on the omni selector until the speed using the flashing stops or the aperture value display turns to white.
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At a shutter speed of 1/1000 second, the aperture presets to a value between F4.0 and F8.0.
Shutter Speed Display The shutter speeds from 1000 to 4 in the display are actually the denominator of a fraction of a second. For example, 160 indicates a speed of 1/160 second. For slower speeds, quote marks indicate the decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second and 2" indicates 2 seconds.
4 0"3 0"4 0"5 0"6 0"8 1" 1"3 1"6 2" 2"5 3"2 4" 5" 6" 8" The display of shutter speeds from 1/4 to 1/1000 second differs between the display panel and LCD monitor or viewfinder.
Shutter Speed Display Panel LCD Monitor/Viewfinder 1/1000 sec. 1/1000. 1/4 sec. 1/4. 0"8 0.8 sec. 8" 8 sec.
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Setting the Aperture

When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus. The larger the aperture value, the greater the range of the image brought into clear focus.
The aperture setting will show in the display panel. It will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on.
Press the or arrow on the omni selector to select a value.
F2.8 and F3.2 cannot be selected when the focal length has been set to the maximum telephoto setting. If the shutter speed is flashing or shown in red, the image is under- or overexposed (insufficient light). Adjust the aperture or arrow on the omni selector until the value using the flashing stops or the shutter speed display turns to white.
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Aperture Setting Display The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture.
F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F5.0 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0
The display of aperture settings differs between the display panel and LCD monitor or viewfinder.

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To set and use a custom white balance setting, it is advisable to select the shooting mode and set the exposure compensation and flash exposure compensation to zero (0). The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect (image is completely black or white). It is also desirable to zoom in to the maximum telephoto setting. mode, pre-set the white Since a custom white balance setting cannot be set in mode. balance in another shooting mode first before selecting the If the flash fires when setting a custom white balance with the flash set to auto or red-eye-reduction auto, use the flash when you go to shoot too. The correct white balance cannot be obtained unless the flash is used consistently. To ensure consistency, set the flash to on or off as appropriate. The selected shooting mode will determine whether or not the custom white balance setting is cancelled when the camera is turned off.
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Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode)
In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3EV steps within the range of -2EV to +2EV of the standard exposure setting. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range.

Press the times.

button three
The icon and the exposure compensation bar will appear in the display panel. The exposure compensation bar will also appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder if it is on.
Press the or arrow on the omni selector to expand or contract the range.
The arrow expands the range, the contracts it. arrow
You can also take the picture with the set exposure compensation by pressing the shutter button instead. To cancel the AEB setting, reset it to. If you pressed the shutter button at Step 3, icon and the exposure compensation the bar will reappear after the shot, allowing you to change the setting for the next shot.

The AE setting will also lock when you do this. The exposure may occasionally be incorrect if the difference between the two items is too great. Use method 2 or the AE lock procedure when this happens.
Keep it pressed while you recompose and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image.

Focus Lock Method 2

Aim the center of the LCD monitor or viewfinder at an object at a similar distance to the subject you wish to shoot. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Keep it pressed and press the button.
The icon will appear in the display panel, and the icon in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. The focus setting will lock even if the shutter button and MF button are released. The manual focus setting will cancel if the MF button is pressed again.
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Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image.
Method 2 is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to recompose the image.
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode
The focus can be manually set.
Press and hold the MF button and press the or arrow on the omni selector.
The MF indicator is a rough approximation of the focusing range. Use the number to the left as a rough estimate for shooting.

5m 3m 1m

16 ft. 9.8 ft. 3.3 ft. 1.6 ft. 0.8 ft

MF Indicator

0.5m 0.15m
The focus will lock and the icon will show in the display panel. The icon and the MF indicator will appear in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. or arrow on Adjust the focus with the the omni selector until the image appears focused in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. Pressing the MF button a second time cancels the manual focus mode.
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When metering is complete, a yellow in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. shows
This setting cannot be adjusted in the

shooting modes.

You can magnify an image afterward to check that it was shot in focus (p. 81).
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Manually Setting Image Characteristics
The ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation settings can be adjusted for shooting.
In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select one of the above items.
Select a value for the item and press the Menu button.
ISO speed Switch speeds when you are shooting in dark areas or want to use a fast shutter speed. You can select from 50, 100, 200, 400 and AUTO. The default setting is ISO 50. When AUTO is selected, the camera automatically adjusts ISO between 50 and 100 only. Higher ISO speeds increase the image noise. To take clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible. Contrast Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong). Sharpness Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong). Saturation Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong).

If you should dispose of your camera, first remove the button battery for recycling according to the recycling system of your country.
Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggoolen maar inleveren als KCA
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Shooting / Replaying

Remote Sensor
Press the button on the camera until the panel, then shoot with the wireless controller. icon appears in the display
(1) Compose the image with the zoom buttons. (2) Press the shutter button. The camera will shoot the image 2 seconds later. Each press of this button cycles the LCD monitor to the next display mode. The order is on (no information) /on (information view).
The icon appears in the display panel.
In magnified mode, these buttons move the magnified area around the image. In index view, these buttons move the image selection to another image. The display mode changes with each press of the button. The display cycles between magnifications of approximately 2.5, 5 or normal. Displays images in sets of nine (index view).
Display the previous image Replay the movie images Display the next image
The operable range of the wireless controller will shorten under the following circumstances. - When the wireless controller is used at an angle to the remote sensor. - When strong light strikes the camera. - When the battery is weak.
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The wireless controller can be used to shoot or replay. Use within approximately 5 m (16.4 ft.) of the remote sensor.

Transmitter

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional)
You can make your flash photography even clearer and more natural appearing with the use of a separately sold externally mounted flash. The cameras auto exposure function will operate with a Canon Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX or 550EX. Non-Canon brand flashes may not fire. Please check the manual for your flash. (Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX and 550EX cannot be performed when mounted on this camera. Please read this guide before using one of these flashes on the camera.)

CF Card Reader Example

Eject the CF card from the camera and place it in a CF card reader connected to the computer.
Some computers or CF card readers require the power to be off when the CF card is inserted. Since this requirement varies between models, please consult the manual for your equipment.
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Downloading Images

Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for downloading instructions.
Double-click the disk drive icon of the drive to which the CF card is connected. Copy the photographed images to the desired folder on the hard disk.
The images are contained in the [XXXCANON] folder inside the [DCIM] folder on the CF card. The XXX represents a number from 100 to 998.
Viewing Images Downloaded to a Computer - To view images shot in the JPEG format, a software program handling JPEG files, such as Photoshop, is required. - To view images shot in the RAW format, the supplied driver software is required. Viewing Movies Downloaded to a Computer - If you attempt to view a movie file (.AVI extension) by double-clicking it in the Windows Explorer, you may cause the Windows Media Player to start, which will interfere with the replay. To play a movie, first start QuickTime Player and then open the movie file from that programs file menu. QuickTime 3.0 or a higher version is required to start QuickTime Player. QuickTime may be downloaded from the Apple Computer, Inc., website.
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About File Names

IMG_XXXX.JPG (Images shot in the JPEG format) CRW_XXXX.CRW (Images shot in the RAW format) CRW_XXXX.THM* STA_XXXX.JPG (Images shot in Stitch Assist mode) MVI_XXXX.AVI (Movie) MVI_XXXX.THM*

XXXCANON

The folder containing the files controlling the DCIM folder images CANONMSC A folder created when DPOF settings are set. Contains the files controlling the DPOF setting contents. MISC * These files contain thumbnail images for the index display. A number will appear in place of each X in the file names. Do not open or delete files in folders other than [XXXCANON]. Those files are required for image management.
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Using the Supplied Interface Cables
Supported Operating Systems
Windows Windows 95, Windows 98 (including Second Edition), Windows Millenium Edition (Windows Me), Windows NT 4.0 (Service Pack 3 or later), Windows 2000. * The USB interface is only supported for preinstalled
Windows 98/Me/2000 systems or systems upgraded to Windows Me from preinstalled Windows 98 systems.

FE Lock 72 File Format 58, 100 File No. Reset 78, 101 File Numbers 78 Flash 44 Built-in 44 Externally Mounted 108 Flash Exposure Compensation Focal Length 43

134 Index

Focus Auto 74 Lock 74 Manual 75 Format 93, 104
Hot Shoe 10, 108 Household Power Source
Image Characteristics 77 Contrast 77 ISO Speed 77 Saturation 77 Sharpness 77 Image Zone 14 Indicators 12 Information View 16 Interface 115 Cables 115, 116 CF Card 116 Serial 116, 119 USB 115, 117 ISO Speed 77, 100
Menu List of Options 100 Play 39 Rec 39 Selecting Menus and Settings 38 Set up 39 Message Codes 126 Metering Center-Weighted Averaging 73 Spot 73 Mode Dial 14 Movie ( ) 52 Shooting 52 Replaying 84

Night Scene Mode ( )

Landscape Mode ( ) 47 Language Settings 104 LCD Monitor Brightness 103 Using 34 Lens Cap 29 Lens Hood 111 Lens Installation 111 Close-up 110 Wide Converter 110
Pan Focus ( ) 46 PC Connection Mode 13 Play 80 Portrait Mode ( ) 46 Program AE ( ) 59 Protect 90, 102 Print Settings 94 Selecting Images 94 Print Style 97 Resetting 99 Power On/Off 31 Power Save 31, 103
Magnifying Images 81 Main Dial 13 Manual Exposure ( ) 64 Focus ( ) 75 Setting Image Characteristics Shooting Mode 64
RAW File Format 58 Recording File Format 58 Red-Eye Reduction Function 45 Remote Sensor 10, 107 Replay Index View 82 Jumping 83 LCD Monitor 80 Magnifying Images 81 Movies 84 Rotating 85 Single Image Replay 80 Slide Show 86 Switching from Shooting Mode TV 105 Volume 103 Resolution 56, 100 Rotate 85, 102

Index 135

Saturation 77, 101 Self-Timer 53 Semi-Hard Case 30 Serial Port 116, 119 Sharpness 77, 101 Shooting 33 Checking Images 42 Switching from Replay Mode 33 TV Monitor 105 Shooting Mode 79 Functions Available 79 Shutter Shutter Speed Priority AE ( ) 60 Speed 60 Volume 103 Shutter Button 36 Pressing Halfway 36 Pressing Fully 36 Single Image Replay 80 Slide Show 86, 102 Play Time 89 Repeat 89 Selecting Images 88 Starting 86 Speaker 10 Specifications 129, 130, 131, 132, 133 Spot Metering 73 Stitch Assist Mode ( ) 49 Framing Subjects 49 Shooting 50 Strap 29
WAV Files 18 White Balance 66 Wide Angle 43 Wide Converter 110 Wireless controller 106 Installing / Removing the Battery Replay 107 Shooting 107

DIGITAL ZLR (EVF)

Canon PowerShot Pro90 IS
FEATURES: Canons ashy Pro90 IS was seemingly designed with two purposes in mind: one, to provide plenty of optical and electronic repower (10X zoom, 2.6-megapixel resolution, Image Stabilization) for supersharp shots; and two, to pack as much fun as possible into a digicam. And so besides the expected array of shooting options, the Pro90 IS provides a neat
camera not only records video clips (AVI les) with sound, but it also can be used as a live video source. Therefore, with the supplied remote and a long video cable, you can watch a scene in live video and take a picture at will. Its video capability also allows high-speed (15 fps) still capture at low res. You can shoot in black-and-white mode, and subject-specic modes like portrait, landscape, night scene, and pan-focus mode allows fast shooting with minimal system Mode dial to select auto program, aperture Popup ash and hot-shoe; accepts lag. To keep shaky hands (or lack of a tripod) priority, shutter priority, or manual modes, all Canon ash attachments. plus subject-specific and special-effects from blurring pictures, electronic image stabimodes. lization can be engaged at any time with a quick slider switchan especially useful trick when using digital zoom, which can boost the Shutter release, locatIS (Image Stabilization) ed conveniently for comlens to an effective 371,480mm (but image button can be turned fort and ease of use. quality takes a hit.) on and off at any time. COMMENTS: A favorite nicety is the doublepivoting LCD monitor borrowed from the PowerShot G1: You can use it like a traditional rear screen, or position it for horizontal or verZoom ring on the Speaker for audio tical over-the-crowd shots. The camera gener10X optical, 2X and playback; USB and 4X digital zoom ally handles quite well (one exception: the video ports located (37370mm 35mm behind door. clumsy manual-focus procedure), and a single equivalent). toggle button allows quick menu changes, even with the camera at eye level. And POP staffers opine that the included ZoomBrowser assortment of creative (and easy-to-use) features. Panorama is simply one of the best in the business. stitching, for example: The camera rst changes the viewnder TEST RESULTS: Resolution: High, (1,080Vx1,100Hx1,100Dilayout to indicate proper alignment of the individual compo- agonal. Color accuracy: Extremely high (Avg. Delta E: 9.0, nent shots. Then, when these frames are loaded into the sup- Best 90-percent: 7.63, Worst 10-percent: 20.98). Image qualplied PhotoStitch software via USB bus, the images are auto- ity: Very high. matically positioned in the proper order. Heres another: The
SPECIFICATIONS: DIGITAL UNIT: Resolution: 1,856x1,392 pixels (2.6 MP). Memory: CompactFlash Type I & II (16MB card included). Stores images in JPEG or RAW TIFF format. A 16MB card can hold approximately 14 Super Fine JPEG, or up to 8 RAW TIFF images. White balance: TTL auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, cloudy, flash, and custom. ISO equivalent: 50, 100, 200, and 400. Interface: USB or serial. Software: Canon Digital Camera Solution (ZoomBrowser EX,
LCD panel displays mode, exposure setting, battery life, and number of images left on card.

Electronic viewnder.

Mode dial controls.

Diopter adjuster.

Flip-out 1.8inch color LCD monitor for easy viewing at any angle.
PhotoRecord 1.2.3, PhotoStitch, RemoteCapture 1.2), Adobe Photoshop LE. SPECIFICATIONS: CAMERA UNIT: Lens: 10X optical, 2X, and 4X digital zoom. 37370mm (35mm equivalent) f/2.83.5, electronic Image Stabilization, and 58mm filter size. AF range: EV 0-20, ISO 200. Viewfinder : TTL electronic viewfinder with diopter adjust (-3 to +1). LCD monitor: 1.8inch TFT color LCD. Exposure modes: auto, program, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual, plus subject modes, movie mode, and stitch assist mode Four-way toggle for panoramics. Exposure compensation 2 button helps scroll through EV in 13-EV; autobracketing. menu choices, METERING MODES: Center weighted or spot. and images in Flash: built-in, auto-pop-up unit with TTL preplayback mode. ash metering and ash-exposure lock, redeye reduction, ash compensation; dedicated Menu button for camera and hot-shoe accepts Canon EX Speedlite series card set-up. ash units. Power: Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, car-battery cable. DimenSet button to choose items in sions: 5.0x3.3x5.5 in. Weight: 24 oz. without menu. battery or CF card. APPROX. STREET PRICE: $880, includes One button to concamera,16MB CF card, software, lens cap, trol white balance, EV compensation, strap, power adapter, battery, remote, USB, flash modes, and and AV cables. autobracketing.

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