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The Components Guide Preparations Shooting Playback/Erasing Menus and Settings Printing

Basic Camera User Guide

Please Read This First
Downloading Images to a Computer
This guide explains how to prepare the camera and use its basic features.

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Flowchart and Reference Guides
The following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below.
For information on included items and items sold separately System Map
The Components Guide Preparations
Installing the batteries and memory card Setting the date, time and language
Shooting Playback/Erasing Menus and Settings
Basic Camera User Guide (This Guide) Read this first.
Handling precautions, references to the various shooting and playback functions
Advanced Camera User Guide

Printing

Direct Print User Guide
Installing the software Downloading images to a computer Using the software
Basic Camera User Guide (This Guide)
Software Starter Guide ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide PDF manuals available on the Canon website. http://web.canon.jp/ Imaging/information-e.html
You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card.
In this guide, the Basic Camera User Guide is called the Basic Guide, and the Advanced Camera User Guide is called the Advanced Guide.

The Components Guide

Front View
a Microphone (Advanced Guide pp. 38, 69) b AF-assist Beam (Advanced Guide p. 21) c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (Advanced Guide p. 30) d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 16) e Viewfinder Window (Advanced Guide p. 16) f Flash (p. 14) g Terminal Cover h A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (Advanced Guide p. 72) i DIGITAL Terminal (p. 26) j DC IN (Power input) Terminal (Advanced Guide p. 103) k Lens

Back View

Attaching the Wrist Strap
a LCD Monitor (Advanced Guide p. 12) b Viewfinder (Advanced Guide p. 16) c Speaker d Wrist Strap Mount e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 5) f Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 5) g Tripod Socket In order to avoid dropping the camera, we recommend attaching the wrist strap before using the camera. The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.

Controls

a Indicators (p. 4) b Power Button (p. 9) c Zoom Lever (p. 13, Advanced Guide p. 60) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) d Shutter Button (p. 10) e Shooting Mode Dial (pp. 9, 11) f (Print/Share) Button (p. 21) g FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 19, Advanced Guide p. 18) h MENU Button (p. 20, Advanced Guide p. 19) i DISP. (Display) Button (Advanced Guide p. 12) j (Playback)/ (Shooting) Button (p. 7) k (Macro)/ Button (p. 15) l / (Jump)/ Button (Advanced Guide pp. 54, 62) m (Flash)/ Button (p. 14) n (Continuous)/ (Self-timer)/ (Single Image Erase)/ Button (pp. 16, 18, Advanced Guide p. 32)

Indicators

The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. Never do the following while the indicator blinks green. These actions may corrupt image data. - Shake or jolt the camera - Shut off the power, or open the memory card slot/battery cover Upper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when connected to a computer Blinking Green: During camera startup/image recording/reading/ erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer/printer) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning), charging flash Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode/AF lock mode Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (camera beeps once)

Preparations

1. Installing the batteries.
1. Slide the memory card slot/battery cover lock (a) and open the cover (b). 2. Insert the 2 supplied AA-size alkaline batteries, or separately sold AA-size NiMH batteries.
Positive end (+) Negative end ()
See the Advanced Guide: Battery Handling (p. 96)
2. Inserting the memory card.
1. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. 2. Close the memory card slot/battery cover (a), pressing down and sliding it until it clicks into place (b).
Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. It may damage the camera, or the camera may not recognize the card, if it is inserted incorrectly.
See the Advanced Guide: Handling the Memory Card (p. 98). See the Advanced Guide: Formatting Memory Cards (p. 25).
To Remove the Memory Card
Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it.
You can use SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards and MultiMediaCards with this camera. These cards are collectively called memory cards in this guide.

Turning the Power On/Off

Turning the Camera On/Off in Shooting Mode
1. Press the power button. The indicators blink while the camera turns on. 2. Pressing the power button again turns the power off.

Indicators Power Button

Turning the Camera On/Off in Playback Mode
1. Press the / button. The indicators blink while the camera turns on. 2. Press the power button to turn the power off.

Indicators / Button

Switching between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode Power Off

Press the power button.

Shooting Mode
Press the / button. Press the power button.
Press the / button. Press the shutter button halfway.

Playback Mode

First Time Settings

Setting the Date/Time

1. Press the power button (a). 2. Use the or button to select an item and the button to change its value (b). or
3. Confirm that the correct time is displayed and press the FUNC./SET button (c). The date and time can also be set in the Set up menu (p. 20). The date/time setting screen will appear when the camera power is turned on for the first time, or when the capacity of the lithium date battery is depleted.
See the Advanced Guide: Replacing the Date Battery (p. 106).
Setting the Display Language
1. Press the / button. 2. Hold down the FUNC./SET button and press the MENU button. 3. Use the , , or button to select a language and press the FUNC./SET button. The display language can also be set in the Set up menu (p. 20).

Shooting

1. Press the power button.
The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display on the LCD monitor. Pressing the power button while pressing and holding the DISP. button will turn on the mute setting which will mute all sounds except for warning sounds.

Power Button

DISP. Button See the Advanced Guide: Using the LCD Monitor (p. 12). See the Advanced Guide: Power Saving Function (p. 17). See the Advanced Guide: Set up Menu (p. 22).
2. Set the shooting mode dial to
3. Aim the camera at the subject.

4. Focus and shoot.

1. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses automatically, the camera beeps twice and the indicator lights green (orange when using the flash). Also, the AF frame appears in green on the LCD monitor at the point where the camera is focused. 2. Press the shutter button fully to shoot. The shutter sound will play and the image will record. The indicator will blink green while the image is recorded to the memory card.
See Selecting a Shooting Mode (p. 11). See Indicators (p. 4). See the Advanced Guide: Selecting an AF Frame (p. 40). See the Advanced Guide for the various shooting methods available. Indicators
Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting
After a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds. You can continue to display images regardless of the review duration setting with the following procedures. Keeping the shutter button pressed after a shot. Pressing the FUNC./SET or DISP. button while the image is displayed in the LCD monitor. To stop displaying the image, press the shutter button halfway.
See the Advanced Guide: Review (p. 21). See Erasing (p. 18).
Selecting a Shooting Mode
1. Set the shooting mode dial to the desired mode (a). In the and modes, press the FUNC./SET button (b) and use the or button to select a shooting mode (c), then press the FUNC./SET button (d).

Manual Auto

Image zone

Shooting Modes

Shooting Auto The camera automatically selects settings. When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people. Image zone Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake even without using a tripod. Landscape Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which contain both near and far subjects. Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities.

Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subjects true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. (Special Scene) You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Night Scene Allows you to capture human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The flash is directed at the person and the shutter speed is slow, so both the person and the background can be beautifully shot.
Foliage Shoots trees and leaves such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms - in vivid colors.
Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background.
Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong.
Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure.
Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium.
Movie Shoots a movie when you press the shutter button. Apart from (Standard) mode, you can also select from (Fast Frame Rate) which is suitable for shooting sports or fast motion, (Compact) which is convenient for email attachments.
See the Advanced Guide (p. 36).

Manual

Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance, My Colors or ISO speed.
See the Advanced Guide for the various shooting methods available.
The shutter speed is slow in or mode. Always use a tripod to avoid camera shake. In , , or mode, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image depending on the scene being shot. In mode, shoot with the subject more than 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the front of the lens.

Using the Zoom

1. Press the zoom lever toward or. The zoom can be adjusted from mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms.

Telephoto:

Zooms in on the subject. Wide Angle: Zooms out from the subject.

Using the Flash

1. Press the button to cycle through flash settings.
Each time you press the button, the flash settings will change.

Auto Flash on Flash off

The flash fires automatically. The flash always fires. The flash will not fire.

* When red-eye reduction is enabled (Advanced Guide p. 30), the red-eye reduction lamp lights when the flash fires. Red-eye reduction: This feature reduces the effect of light reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red.

cannot be set in

See the Advanced Guide: Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 127). See Selecting a Shooting Mode (p. 11).
You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon ( ) appears. When the LCD monitor is on and flash recharging begins, the indicator blinks orange and the LCD monitor turns off. When recharging ends, the indicator turns off and the LCD monitor turns on. The time required for flash recharging will change depending on usage conditions and remaining battery power.
Shooting Close-ups (Macro)
1. Press the button. button to turn off the To cancel the macro mode, press the display.
Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Image Area at Minimum Focusing Distance from End of Lens to Subject: Macro Maximum wide angle setting: mm (2.4 1.8 in.) Minimum focusing distance: 5 cm (2.0 in.) Maximum telephoto setting: mm (3.7 2.8 in.) Minimum focusing distance: 33 cm (1.1 ft.) Shooting
Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode since images composed with the viewfinder may be off-center. Check the range of the built-in flash when using it in macro mode (Advanced Guide p. 110). This setting cannot be set in some shooting modes.

Using the Self-Timer

1. Press the button to cycle through self-timer settings. Each time you press the button, the self-timer settings will change.
* Depending on the shooting mode, may also appear. For details on how to use , refer to p. 32 of the Advanced Guide.
When the shutter button is pressed fully, the self-timer lamp will blink. When setting the red-eye reduction function, the self-timer lamp will blink and then stay lit for the last 2. To cancel the self-timer, press button to select.

Changing the Delay Time

See Menus and Settings (p. 20).

(Rec.) Menu

[Self-timer]

* Default setting.

10 sec. delay: The shutter releases 10 sec. after the shutter button is pressed. 2 sec. before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound beeps quickly and the lamp will speed up. 2 sec. delay: The shutter releases 2 sec. after the shutter button is pressed. The self-timer sound beeps quickly when the shutter button is pressed and the shutter will release 2 sec. later. Custom Timer: You can change the delay time (010*1, 15, 20, 30 sec.) and number of shots (110*2) (p. 17). When a delay time of over 2 seconds is set for the [Delay] option, the self-timer sound beeps quickly 2 seconds before the shutter releases. If multiple shots have been specified for the [Shots] option, the sound will play for the first shot only. *1 Default setting. *2 Default setting is 3 shots.

This setting cannot be set in some shooting modes.
Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( )
1. (Rec.) Menu [Self-timer].
2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the or button to select [Delay] or [Shots] and the or button to change the setting and press the FUNC./SET button.
4. Press the MENU button. If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more shots, the following occurs. - The exposure and white balance are locked at the settings selected for the first shot. - If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. - The interval between shots may lengthen when the built-in memory of the camera fills. - Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card becomes full.

Playback

1. Press the

button (a).

The last recorded image will display. If you have played back images between shooting sessions however, the last image viewed will display (Resume Playback) instead of the last recorded image. If the memory card has been switched, or the images on the memory card have been edited with a computer, the newest image on the memory card appears.

2. Use the

button to display the image you wish to view (b).
Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. Holding the button down advances the images more rapidly, but shows them less clearly.
See the Advanced Guide for the various playback methods available.

Erasing

1. In the playback mode, use the
or an image to erase (a) and press the
button to select button (b).
2. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and
press the FUNC./SET button (c),
To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel].
Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.
See the Advanced Guide: Erasing All Images (p. 73).

Menus and Settings

Settings for the shooting, playback or print modes or such camera settings as the date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC., Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu.

FUNC. Menu

This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. a b e
This example shows the FUNC. menu in
a Set the shooting mode dial to the shooting mode you want to use. b Press the FUNC./SET button. c Use the or button to select a menu item. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. d Use the or button to select an option for the menu item. You can select further options with the MENU button for some options. After selecting an option, you can press the shutter button to shoot immediately. After shooting, this menu will appear again, allowing you to adjust the settings easily. e Press the FUNC./SET button.

See the Advanced Guide: Menu List (p. 20).
Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus
Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus.

(Set up) Menu

b You can switch between menus with the or button when this part is selected.
This example shows the Rec. menu in mode. In playback mode, the Play, Print and Set up menus display.
a Press the MENU button. b Use the or button to switch between menus. You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. c Use the or button to select a menu item. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. d Use the or button to select an option. Menu items followed by an ellipsis (.) can only be set after pressing the FUNC./SET button to display the next menu. Press the FUNC./SET button again to confirm the setting. e Press the MENU button.
Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1 with a cable and simply press the button on the camera.
1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer
and turn on the printers power.

Canon Brand Printers

Compact Photo Printers*2 (SELPHY Series)

Interface Cable Camera

PIXMA Series Bubble Jet Printers
*1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. *2 You can also use the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300 card photo printers.

2. Press the

/ button to turn on the power and confirm that , or is displayed in the upper left of the LCD monitor (a).
The button will light blue. The displayed icon will vary according to the printer model. The icon will display for movies.
3. Select an image to print using the

and press the

button (b)

button (c).

button will blink blue and printing will start.
See the Advanced Guide: Setting the DPOF Print Settings (p. 74). See the Direct Print User Guide. See the user guide for your printer.
The following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Some methods, depending on the OS used, may not be available. Please read System Requirements (p. 24) in advance.
Camera to Computer Connection
Supplied Software Downloading Method OS Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista Mac OS X Install It Computer Procedure Camera Procedure Do Not Install It Computer Procedure

Computer System Requirements
Basic Guide (p. 24) Software Starter Guide
Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Basic Guide (pp. 25, 26)

Basic Guide (p. 26)
Basic Guide (pp. 27 29) Software Starter Guide

Software Starter Guide

Using a Memory Card Reader
A memory card reader can be used with all the operating systems listed above. See the Software Starter Guide for details.

System Requirements

Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.

Windows

OS Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Windows XP (including Service Pack 1 and Service Pack 2) Windows Vista The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. Windows 2000/Windows XP: Pentium 500 MHz or higher Windows Vista : Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher Windows 2000 / Windows XP : 256 MB or more Windows Vista : 512 MB or more USB Canon Utilities ZoomBrowser EX : 200 MB or more PhotoStitch : 40 MB or more Canon Camera TWAIN Driver : 25 MB or more 1,pixels/High Color (16 bit) or better
Computer Model CPU RAM Interface Free Hard Disk Space

Display

Macintosh
OS Computer Model CPU RAM Interface Free Hard Disk Space Display OS Mac OS X (v10.3 10.4) The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. PowerPC G3/G4/G5 or Intel processor 256 MB or more USB Canon Utilities ImageBrowser 200 MB or more PhotoStitch 40 MB or more 1,pixels/32,000 Colors or better
Preparing to Download Images
Ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer.

Items to Prepare

Camera and computer Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera Interface cable supplied with the camera

1. Install the software.

1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computers CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. 3. When the installation is complete, click either the [Finish] or [Restart] button that appears. 4. Remove the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk from the CD-ROM drive when your normal desktop screen appears.
Double-click the [Canon Digital Camera Installer] icon in the CDROM window. When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed.
2. Connecting the camera to a computer.
1. Use the supplied interface cable to connect the computers USB port to the cameras DIGITAL terminal. Slip your fingernail under the lower end of the cameras terminal cover, lift it open and plug the interface cable in all the way.

USB Port DIGITAL Terminal

Interface Cable

2. Press the / button to turn on the power. The camera and computer will be able to communicate.
Always grasp the sides of the connector when disconnecting the interface cable from the cameras DIGITAL terminal.
If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes]. The USB driver will automatically finish installing onto the computer when you attach the camera and open a connection.
Downloading Images to a Computer A window allowing you to set the preferences will appear when a connection is established between the camera and computer.
1. Select [Canon CameraWindow]
and click [OK] (first time only).
If the window to the right does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [PowerShot-IXY-IXUS-DV 6] and [CameraWindow].

2. Download the images.

Download the images using the camera or the computer. By default, the downloaded images are saved into the [Pictures] or the [My Pictures] folder.
Downloading Images Using the Camera (p. 29). Downloading Images Using a Computer. By default, all images that have yet to be downloaded will download. You can set the type of image to download and the destination folder.
Thumbnails (small versions) of the downloaded images will display in the ZoomBrowser EX Main Window. By default, the downloaded images are saved into subfolders according to their shooting dates.
Downloading Images to a Computer The following window will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If it fails to appear, click the [Canon CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop).

1. Download the images.

Download the images using the camera or the computer. By default, the downloaded images are saved into the [Pictures] folder.
Thumbnails (small versions) of the downloaded images will display in the ImageBrowser Browser Window. By default, the downloaded images are saved into folders according to their shooting dates.
Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer)
Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the supplied software and adjust the computer settings before using this method for the first time (p. 25).
All Images New Images DPOF Trans. Images Select & Transfer Transfers and saves all images to the computer. Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred. Transfers and saves to the computer only the images with DPOF Transfer Order settings. (Advanced Guide p. 79). Transfers and saves single images to the computer as you view and select them. Transfers and saves single images to the computer as you view and select them. The transferred images display as the background on the computer desktop.

Wallpaper

1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on

the cameras LCD monitor.

The button will light blue. Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear.
All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images

2. Select

button.
The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. The display will return to the Direct Transfer menu when the download is complete. To cancel the download, press the FUNC./ SET button.
Select & Transfer/Wallpaper
or and press the FUNC./SET button).

button (or the

3. Select images to download and press the
(or the FUNC./SET button).
The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. Images can also be selected during index playback (Advanced Guide p. 61). Press the MENU button to return to the Direct Transfer menu.

button

Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. On the Windows platform, the files are automatically created as BMP images. The option selected with the button is retained even when the cameras power is turned off. The previous setting will be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed. The image selection screen will appear directly when the [Select & Transfer] or the [Wallpaper] option was last selected.

Safety Precautions

Be sure to read, understand and follow the safety precautions below when using the camera, in order to prevent injury, burns or electrical shock to yourself and others. Be sure to also read the safety precautions listed in the Advanced Camera User Guide.

Warnings

Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Avoid dropping or subjecting the camera to severe impacts. Do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Do not use batteries which are not specified for this camera. The compact power adapter output terminals have been designed exclusively for this equipment. Do not use them for other products.

Playback/Erasing.60

Print Settings/Transfer Settings.74
Setting the DPOF Print Settings. 74 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings. 79

Troubleshooting.81

Camera. When the power is turned on. LCD monitor. Shooting. Shooting Movies. Playback. Battery. TV monitor output. Printing with a direct print compatible printer. 91

List of Messages.92

Appendix. 96
Battery Handling.96 Handling the Memory Card.98 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately).100 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately).104 Replacing the Date Battery.106 Camera Care and Maintenance.108 Specifications.109
INDEX. 118 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode. 127

Handling Precautions

Please Read
Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use. Warranty Limitations This cameras warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.
Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Video Format Please set the cameras video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 72). Language Setting Please see the Basic Guide (p. 8) to change the language setting.

Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Doing so could result in burns.

Preventing Malfunctions

Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields
Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.
Avoid Condensation Related Problems
When moving the equipment rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag. Moving the equipment rapidly from cold to hot temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces.
If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
Stop using the camera immediately. Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the memory card and batteries or compact power adapter from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.
Before Using the Camera Basic Operations

Using the LCD Monitor

The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode ( ) Playback Mode ( ) Standard (No Information) Detailed (Information View) Off No Information

Standard

Detailed
The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. The LCD monitor does not shut off in the mode. The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in magnified display (p. 60), or index playback mode (p. 61).

Night Display

When shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject*, making it easier to frame the subject.
* Although noise may appear and the movement of the subject shown on the LCD monitor may appear somewhat jagged, there is no effect on the recorded image. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual image recorded will be different.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Sample Histograms

Dark Image

Balanced Image

Bright Image

Using the Viewfinder

The viewfinder (Basic Guide p. 2) can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 12) while shooting.
Shows the center of the image

Viewfinder

Power Saving Function
This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power.
Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on. Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.
Playback Mode Connected to a Printer
* This time can be changed.
The power saving function will not activate during a slide show (Auto Play) or while the camera is connected to a computer. The power saving function settings can be changed (p. 23).

Menus and Settings

Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. FUNC. Menu Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus

FUNC. Menu

Sets many of the functions commonly used during shooting.
This example shows the FUNC. menu in
a Set the shooting mode dial to the shooting mode you want to use. b Press the FUNC./SET button. c Use the or button to select a menu item. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. d Use the or button to select an option for the menu item. You can select further options with the MENU button for some options. After selecting an option, you can press the shutter button to shoot immediately. e Press the FUNC./SET button.
Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus
Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. Rec. Menu Set up Menu

b You can switch

between menus with the or button when this part is selected.
This example shows the Rec. menu in mode. In playback mode, the Play, Print and Set up menus display.
a Press the MENU button. b Use the or button to switch between menus. You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. c Use the or button to select a menu item. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. d Use the or button to select an option. Menu items followed by an ellipsis (.) can only be set after pressing the FUNC./SET button to display the next menu. Press the FUNC./SET button again to confirm the setting. e Press the MENU button.

Menu List

See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 127).
The icons shown below are the default settings.

Power Saving Auto Power Down On*/Off

Display Off

10 sec./20 sec./ 30 sec./1 min.* / 2 min./3 min.
Date/Time Format File Numbering Create Folder Create New Folder Auto Create Auto Rotate Lens Retract Check mark (On)/ No check mark (Off) Continuous*/ Auto Reset
p. 58 p. 56 Creates a folder during the next shooting session.
Off*/Daily/Monday- You can also set an auto Sunday/Monthly creation time. On*/Off 1 minute*/ 0 seconds p. 55 Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to playback mode. Basic Guide p. 8 NTSC/ PAL p. 73

Language Video System

Menu Item Print Method Reset All

Options Auto*/

Summary/Reference Page See below*1. See below.
*1 The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting, select when borderless printing an image shot in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other than , return the mode to [Auto] (however, the connection method cannot be changed while connected to a printer).
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

(Set up) Menu

[Reset All].
See Menus and Settings (p. 19).

Select [OK] and press

Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the (Set up) menu (p. 23) - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p. 50)

Formatting Memory Cards

You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.

[Format].

To perform a low level format, use the button to select [Low Level Format] and the or button to add a check mark. You can stop formatting a card when [Low Level Format] is selected by pressing the FUNC./SET button. You can still use a card without problem when formatting is halted, but its data will be erased. Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards.

Shooting

Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images)

Shooting Mode

FUNC. Menu *(Compression)/ *(Recording Pixels).
See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting.
Use the or button to select recording pixel/compression settings and press the FUNC./SET button.
Approximate Values for Recording Pixels
Recording Pixels Large Purpose* High Printing to about A3 size (Approx. pixels mm (11.7 16.5 in.)) pixels pixels pixels pixels Printing to about A4 size (Approx. mm (8.3 11.7 in.)) Printing to about Letter size prints mm (8.in.) Printing to about A5 size (Approx. mm (5.9 8.3 in.)) Printing postcard-size prints mm (in.) Printing L-size prints mm (4.7 3.5 in.) Sending images as e-mail attachments or shooting more Low images

Medium 1

Medium 2

Medium 3

or Postcard
When printing to postcards (p. 33) pixels Printing wide size prints (Images are recorded with 16:9 aspect ratios. Areas pixels not recorded will display as black bars on the LCD monitor.)

Widescreen

* Paper sizes vary according to region.
Approximate Values for Compression Settings
Compression Superfine Fine Normal Normal Purpose High Shoot higher quality images Quality Shoot normal quality images Shoot more images
See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 115). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (pp. 114, 115).
Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter
* Can only be set in set.
mode. However, [Digital Tele-converter] cannot be
You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows.
Selection Standard Focal Length mm Shooting Characteristics Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 16x with digital and optical zoom combined. Enables shooting without digital zoom.

Off 1.5x

52.mm Digital zoom is fixed at the selected zoom factor, and the focal length shifts to maximum telephoto. This enables a faster shutter speed and 66.mm less chance of camera shake than a shot taken at the same angle of view with [Standard] or [Off].
The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. The digital zoom cannot be used in or (Postcard), or (Widescreen) modes.
(Rec.) Menu [Digital Zoom] [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.5x]/[1.9x].
See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting.
When using [Standard] See Shooting With the Digital Zoom (See below). When using [1.5x] or [1.9x] See Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter (p. 30).
Shooting With the Digital Zoom
Press the zoom lever toward

and shoot.

The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor. Based on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom feature calculates the maximum zoom factor beyond which image quality will begin to deteriorate. The digital zoom pauses at this zoom factor for a moment, and appears on the LCD monitor (except in mode). If you press the zoom lever toward again, you can zoom in even closer. In this case, the zoom factor color changes from white to blue. Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out.

You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 25). The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. Be careful of the following while recording. - Do not touch the microphone (Basic Guide p. 1). - Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie. - The camera will automatically adjust the exposure and white balance to suit the shooting conditions during recording. Please note, however, that the sounds made by the camera automatically adjusting the exposure may also be recorded. The focus and optical zoom settings remain fixed for subsequent frames at the values selected for the first frame. Do not point the camera at the sun when shooting. Before recording, you can set the AE lock (p. 44) and exposure shift. 1. Press the ISO button. The exposure will lock (AE lock) and the exposure shift bar will appear in the LCD monitor. 2. Use the or button to adjust the exposure. Press the ISO button again to release the setting. Also, the setting will be canceled if you press the MENU button or change the white balance, My Colors or shooting mode settings. QuickTime is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/ Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer (Windows 2000 only).
Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies)
You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard).
FUNC. Menu * (Frame Rate)/ *(Recording Pixels).
Use the or button to select a frame rate/recording pixels and press the FUNC./SET button. Shooting
Recording Pixels and Frame Rates
Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the appearance of motion.
Recording Pixels pixels pixels Fast Frame Rate*2 Compact*240 pixels pixels Frame Rate 60 frames/sec. 30 frames/sec. 15 frames/sec. *1
*1 Default setting. *2 The recording pixels and frame rate are fixed.
See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 115). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 114).

Selecting an AF Frame

The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways.

White Balance Settings

Auto Day Light Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent Settings are automatically set by the camera. For recording outdoors on a bright day. For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies. For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3wavelength fluorescent lighting. For recording under warm-white, cool-white or warm-white (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
For recording under daylight fluorescent, or Fluorescent H daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting. Custom For recording with the optimal white balance data retained in the camera from a white-colored object, such as white paper or cloth.
The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when is selected for My Colors.
Using the Custom White Balance
You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color. In particular, take a (Custom) white balance reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto) setting to detect correctly. Shooting close-ups (Macro) Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp)

*(Auto)

(Custom).
Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press.
If you are viewing it with the LCD monitor, ensure that the center frame is completely filled with the white image. If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled. However, the center frame will not appear when the digital zoom is being used, or when is displayed.
You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be set. In particular, the following should not be changed. - ISO Speed - Flash: Setting the flash to on or off is recommended. If the flash fires when reading the white balance data with the flash set to (Auto), make sure that you also use the flash when you shoot. Shooting
Shooting in a My Colors Mode
Shooting Mode You can change the look of an image when it is shot.

My Colors Settings

My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia B/W Custom Color Records normally. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Records in sepia tones. Records in black and white. Customize contrast, sharpness, and saturation.

Creating an Image Destination (Folder)
Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder.
Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create Auto Create a new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and time.

[Create Folder].

Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot
Use the or button to check mark [Create New Folder].
displays in the LCD monitor. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.
Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation
Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option.
displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.
Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder will automatically be created when you record more than that number even if you are not creating new folders. Shooting
Resetting the File Number
Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned.
(Set up) Menu [File Numbering] [Continuous]*/[Auto Reset].
File Number Reset Function
A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing Continuous folders or memory cards*.
* When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with recorded data is used, the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image is compared with the last one on the card, and the larger of the two is utilized as the basis for new images.
Auto Reset * When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with
The image and folder number are reset to the starting value (100-0001)*. This is convenient for managing images on a folder-by-folder basis.
recorded data is used, the number following the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image on the card is utilized as the basis for new images.

File and Folder Numbers

Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder.

SD memory card or SDHC memory card is write protected. Usually the recorded image contains more of the scene than is seen in the viewfinder.
Image seen in viewfinder vs. recorded image.
Confirm the actual image size with the LCD monitor. Use the LCD monitor when taking close-up shots (p. 12).
Image is blurred or out of focus.
The camera moves when the shutter button is pressed. AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. Confirm the procedures in appears (p. 83). In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AFassist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it (p. 21). Take care not to obstruct the AFassist Beam with your hand when used. Shoot with the subject at the correct focusing distance (p. 109). Use the focus lock or AF lock to shoot (p. 42). Set the flash to (Flash on) (Basic Guide p. 14). Set the exposure compensation to a positive (+) setting (p. 46). Use the AE lock or spot metering function (pp. 44, 46). Shoot within correct flash range of the subject when using the built-in flash (p. 110). Raise the ISO speed and then shoot (p. 54).
Subject is out of focal range. The subject is hard to focus on. Insufficient light for shooting. The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright. Subject is too far away for flash to reach.
Subject in recorded image is too dark.
Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white.
Subject is too close, making the flash too strong. The subject is overexposed because the surroundings are too dark. Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. Flash is set to on. Shoot within correct flash range of the subject when using the built-in flash (p. 110). Set the exposure compensation to a negative () setting (p. 46). Use the AE lock or spot metering function (pp. 44, 46). Change the shooting angle.
Set the flash to (Flash off) (Basic Guide p. 14). Higher ISO speeds or may increase image noise. For higher image quality, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 54). In , , and modes in the mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. This is a phenomenon that occurs with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction.

Image contains noise.

ISO speed is too high.
White dots appear on the image.
Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting at wide angle settings.

Eyes appear red.

Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. Shoot with [Red-Eye] set to [On] (p. 30). For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject. The shutter will not activate for approximately 1 second after the red-eye reduction lamp fires in order to improve the effect. You can correct red eyes in recorded images using the [Red Eye Correction] (p. 66). To enhance the continuous shooting performance, you are recommended to low level format the memory card in the camera after you save all its images to your computer (p. 25).

Formatting

Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera. When that happens, reformat the memory card with this camera. If formatting in the camera does not work properly, turn the camera off and re-insert the memory card. Then turn the camera back on and format again. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions, such as physically destroying the card, to prevent personal information leaks. Appendix
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)
Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)
This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries.
To a power outlet To a power outlet

4 batteries

Charge Indicator

2 batteries

After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an outlet, or attach the power cord to the charger (CB-5AHE, not shown) and plug the other end into an outlet. Do not insert and charge additional batteries once charging has begun. The charge indicator blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished.
The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH Battery NB-3AH and NB2AH. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of battery. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time. Do not attempt to recharge fully charged batteries, as doing so may reduce or impair battery performance. Also, do not charge batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours. Do not recharge batteries in enclosed areas that tend to retain heat. Do not recharge the batteries until the LCD monitor displays the Change the batteries message. Repeatedly recharging batteries before they are depleted may cause batteries to lose capacity. Wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth in the following situations, as the terminals may be soiled with oil from ones skin or other dirt: - If the battery usage time has considerably diminished - If the number of recordable images has considerably diminished - When charging the batteries (insert and remove the batteries two or three times before charging) - When charging completes in a space of a few minutes (the battery charger indicator remains lit) You may not be able to fully charge the batteries due to their specifications right after purchase or after long periods of nonuse. If this happens, after fully charging them, use the batteries until their charge is depleted. After doing this several times, battery performance will be restored.

If you store batteries for a long period of time (about 1 year), it is recommended that you deplete the batteries in the camera and to then store them at room temperature (0 to 30 C/32 to 90 F) in low humidity. Storing them in a fully charged condition can shorten their lifespan or degrade their performance. Again, if you do not use batteries for more than 1 year, fully charge them once a year and fully deplete in the camera before storing them. If the battery usage time has become considerably low despite wiping the terminals and charging them until the battery charger indicator remains lit, this may indicate that the batteries have reached the end of their lifespan. Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location. It takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries after they have been fully discharged. When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35 C (32 to 95 F). The charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and to the battery charge state. The battery charger may emit noise while charging. This is not a malfunction. Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 can also be used.
Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800
It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet. Open the terminal cover and attach the cord to the DC IN terminal.
Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800

: Card included with the camera
Recording Pixels (Large) pixels

Compression

16MB 16 5

SDC-128M 177

SDC-512MSH 686

(Medium 1) pixels

(Medium 2) pixels

(Medium 3) pixels

(Small) pixels (Postcard) pixels (Widescreen) pixels
Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 32) (When card has been formatted with a low level format). This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
Recording Pixels Frame Rate 16MB 7 sec. pixels Standard pixels 15 sec. 22 sec. 43 sec. SDC-128M 1 min. 4 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. 5 min. 55 sec. 1 min. 32 sec. 14 min. 29 sec. SDC512MSH 4 min. 9 sec. 8 min. 14 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. 22 min. 53 sec. 5 min. 59 sec. 55 min. 57 sec.
Fast Frame Rate pixels pixels

11 sec.

Compact

1 min. 47 sec.

* Maximum clip length at : 1 min and maximum continuous recording time.
: 3 min. The figures indicate the
Image Data Sizes (Estimated)
Compression Recording Pixels pixels pixels pixels pixels pixels pixels pixels 3045 KB 2503 KB 1602 KB 1002 KB 249 KB 2304 KB 1897 KB 1395 KB 893 KB 558 KB 150 KB 558 KB 1420 KB 902 KB
695 KB 445 KB 278 KB 84 KB 678 KB

Recording Pixels pixels

Frame Rate
File size 1920 KB/sec. 960 KB/sec.
Standard 660 KB/sec. pixels 330 KB/sec. Fast Frame Rate Compact pixels pixels 1320 KB/sec. 120 KB/sec.

MultiMediaCard

Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards 32.0 24.0 1.4 mm (1.3 0.9 0.06 in.) Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.)

SD Memory Card

Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 24.0 2.1 mm (1.3 0.9 0.1 in.) Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.)
NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)

(Movie) mode (p. 39).

) modes. Off is the default

) modes.

You cannot use flash in You cannot [Auto] in (4) This cannot be set in
(5) Slow Synchro will be fixed to [On] in the (6) This cannot be set in (7) Can only be set in or mode.
) modes. [Off] cannot be selected.
mode when the flash setting is set to [Flash on]. mode. is available.
(8) Can only be set and used in the (9) Only switching between and
(10) Automatically set by the camera. (11) or cannot be set in Long Shutter mode.
(12) This cannot be set when My Colors is set to [Sepia] or [B/W]. (13) Only Grid Lines can be set.