Canon A580 инструкция обслуживания

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166
167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
189
190
191
192
193
194
195

Идти на страницу of

Хорошее руководство по эксплуатации

Законодательство обязывает продавца передать покупателю, вместе с товаром, руководство по эксплуатации Canon A580. Отсутствие инструкции либо неправильная информация, переданная потребителю, составляют основание для рекламации в связи с несоответствием устройства с договором. В законодательстве допускается предоставлении руководства в другой, чем бумажная форме, что, в последнее время, часто используется, предоставляя графическую или электронную форму инструкции Canon A580 или обучающее видео для пользователей. Условием остается четкая и понятная форма.

Что такое руководство?

Слово происходит от латинского "instructio", тоесть привести в порядок. Следовательно в инструкции Canon A580 можно найти описание этапов поведения. Цель инструкции заключается в облегчении запуска, использования оборудования либо выполнения определенной деятельности. Инструкция является набором информации о предмете/услуге, подсказкой.

К сожалению немного пользователей находит время для чтения инструкций Canon A580, и хорошая инструкция позволяет не только узнать ряд дополнительных функций приобретенного устройства, но и позволяет избежать возникновения большинства поломок.

Из чего должно состоять идеальное руководство по эксплуатации?

Прежде всего в инструкции Canon A580 должна находится:
- информация относительно технических данных устройства Canon A580
- название производителя и год производства оборудования Canon A580
- правила обслуживания, настройки и ухода за оборудованием Canon A580
- знаки безопасности и сертификаты, подтверждающие соответствие стандартам

Почему мы не читаем инструкций?

Как правило из-за нехватки времени и уверенности в отдельных функциональностях приобретенных устройств. К сожалению само подсоединение и запуск Canon A580 это слишком мало. Инструкция заключает ряд отдельных указаний, касающихся функциональности, принципов безопасности, способов ухода (даже то, какие средства стоит использовать), возможных поломок Canon A580 и способов решения проблем, возникающих во время использования. И наконец то, в инструкции можно найти адресные данные сайта Canon, в случае отсутствия эффективности предлагаемых решений. Сейчас очень большой популярностью пользуются инструкции в форме интересных анимаций или видео материалов, которое лучше, чем брошюра воспринимаются пользователем. Такой вид инструкции позволяет пользователю просмотреть весь фильм, не пропуская спецификацию и сложные технические описания Canon A580, как это часто бывает в случае бумажной версии.

Почему стоит читать инструкции?

Прежде всего здесь мы найдем ответы касательно конструкции, возможностей устройства Canon A580, использования отдельных аксессуаров и ряд информации, позволяющей вполне использовать все функции и упрощения.

После удачной покупки оборудования/устройства стоит посвятить несколько минут для ознакомления с каждой частью инструкции Canon A580. Сейчас их старательно готовят или переводят, чтобы они были не только понятными для пользователя, но и чтобы выполняли свою основную информационно-поддерживающую функцию.

Содержание руководства

  • Страница 1

    Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 158 – 165) . Getting Started p. 9 ENGLISH Camera User Guide[...]

  • Страница 2

    Confirming the Package Contents The following items are included in the package. If something is missing please contact the retail ou tlet at which you purchased the product. You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card. g a b de h Camera AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×2) Memory Card (32 MB) Interf[...]

  • Страница 3

    Let’s Get Started! 1 Let’s Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many f[...]

  • Страница 4

    Table of Contents 2 Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Components Guide 40 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Basic Operations 44 Menus and[...]

  • Страница 5

    Table of Contents 3 Changing the Compression (Still Images) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Shooting Using the Mode Dial 66 Mode Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

  • Страница 6

    Table of Contents 4 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Red-Eye Correction Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Resizing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Attaching Sound Memos to Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Protecting Images . . . . . . . [...]

  • Страница 7

    Table of Contents 5 Symbol Conventions in this Guide About this Guide : This mark denotes issues th at may affect the camera’s operation. : This mark denotes additional to pics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in this guide are based on the camera’s default settings at time of purchase. Specifications are subject to [...]

  • Страница 8

    Please Read 6 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 subs idiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising f[...]

  • Страница 9

    Please Read 7 Video Format Please set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 141) . Language Setting Please see Setting the Display Language (p. 14) to change the language setting. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. P[...]

  • Страница 10

    8[...]

  • Страница 11

    9 z Preparations z Shooting Still Images z Viewing Still Images z Erasing z Printing z Embedding the Date in the Image Data z Shooting Movies z Viewing Movies z Downloading Images to a Computer z System Map Getting Started[...]

  • Страница 12

    Preparations 10 Getting Started Preparations 1. Slide and hold the battery cover lock ( a ), then slide ( b ) and open ( c ) the cover. 2. Install two batteries. Installing the Batteries and Memory Card Slide the cover ( b ). Open the cover ( c ). b c a Battery Cover Lock Positive end (+) Insert the two supplied AA-size alkaline batteries. Negative[...]

  • Страница 13

    Preparations 11 Getting Started 3. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. 4. Close the cover ( d ), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place ( e ). Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inse rting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or [...]

  • Страница 14

    Preparations 12 Getting Started To Remove the Batteries Open the cover and remove the batteries. To Remove the Memory Card Use a finger to push the memory ca rd in until you hear a click, then release it. Take care that you do not drop the batteries. Use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.[...]

  • Страница 15

    Preparations 13 Getting Started The Date/Time settings menu will appe ar the first time the power is turned on. 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the or button to select an option. 2. Use the or button to set the value. 3. Press the button. To Change a Previously Set Date/Time Use the[...]

  • Страница 16

    Preparations 14 Getting Started You can change the language displa yed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. 1. Set the mode switch to (playback). 2. Hold down the button and press the button. 3. Use the , , or button to select a language. 4. Press the button. The date/time setting screen will appear when the capacity of the lithium date/time batt[...]

  • Страница 17

    Shooting Still Images 15 Getting Started Shooting Still Images 1. Press the ON/OFF button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the ON/OFF button again turns the power off. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to . 3. Aim the camera at [...]

  • Страница 18

    Shooting Still Images 16 Getting Started 5. Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds imm ediately after shooting (Rec. Review). You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image[...]

  • Страница 19

    Shooting Still Images 17 Getting Started Shooting in Easy Mode This camera features a shooting mode, Easy mode, that automatically selects all camera settings except the flash. This mode is ideal for first time camera users, or users who do not make many settings. You can select whether or not to use the flash with the button, allowing you to take [...]

  • Страница 20

    Viewing Still Images 18 Getting Started Viewing Still Images 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Set the mode switch to (playback). 3. Use the or button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if you keep the button pressed, but [...]

  • Страница 21

    Erasing 19 Getting Started Erasing 1. Set the mode switch to (playback). 2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button. 3. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button. To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. [...]

  • Страница 22

    Printing 20 Getting Started Printing 1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer. • Open the terminal cover and plug the interface cable in all the way. • See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standa rd protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-com pliant printe[...]

  • Страница 23

    Printing 21 Getting Started Printing from a Print List You can add images directly to a print list by merely pressing the button immediately after shooting or playing back an image. You can then print the images from the print list easily, when connecting the camera to a printer. Add to the Print List 1. Press the button (still images only). 2. Add[...]

  • Страница 24

    Embedding the Date in the Image Data 22 Getting Started Embedding the Date in the Image Data This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the came ra’s date/time is set correctly beforehand (p. 13) . [...]

  • Страница 25

    Embedding the Date in the Image Data 23 Getting Started 3. Select (Date Stamp). 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select . 3. Use the or button to select . • The area that will not print displays in gray. • Press the button to switch to [Date & Time] with the or button. You can use the following methods to imprint the date on ima[...]

  • Страница 26

    Shooting Movies 24 Getting Started Shooting Movies 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to (Movie). 3. Press the button. 4. Use the or button to select (Standard). 5. Press the button. 3. Aim the camera at the subject. z Do not touch the microphone while recording. z Do no[...]

  • Страница 27

    Shooting Movies 25 Getting Started 4. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set. 5. Press the shutter button fully to shoot. • Recording starts. • During the recording, the elapsed recording time and [ z R[...]

  • Страница 28

    Viewing Movies 26 Getting Started Viewing Movies 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Set the mode switch to (playback). 3. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. 4. Use the or button to select (Play) and press the button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during[...]

  • Страница 29

    Downloading Images to a Computer 27 Getting Started Downloading Images to a Computer We recommend to use the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting th[...]

  • Страница 30

    Downloading Images to a Computer 28 Getting Started 1. Installing the software.  Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation. 3. Click [Restart] or [Finish] once the installation is complete. When the installa[...]

  • Страница 31

    Downloading Images to a Computer 29 Getting Started 2. Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interf ace cable to the computer’s USB port and to the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. 3. Preparing to download images to the computer. 1[...]

  • Страница 32

    Downloading Images to a Computer 30 Getting Started 4. Open the CameraWindow.  Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. CameraWindow appears.  Macintosh The CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If it fails to appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appear[...]

  • Страница 33

    Downloading Images to a Computer 31 Getting Started Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). 1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. • The button will light blue. • Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear. 2. Press the button. • Ima[...]

  • Страница 34

    Downloading Images to a Computer 32 Getting Started You can also use the following opti ons in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images 1. Use the or button to select , or and press the button. • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress[...]

  • Страница 35

    Downloading Images to a Computer 33 Getting Started 2. Use the or button to select images to download and press the button. • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. 3. Press the button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Click [×] at the bottom right of the [...]

  • Страница 36

    System Map 34 Getting Started System Map Wrist Strap WS-800 Supplied with Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* 1 Memory Card (32 MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AV Cable AVC-DC300* 1 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300 * 4  Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB- 5AHE  AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4) • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (s[...]

  • Страница 37

    System Map 35 Getting Started USB Port PC Card Slot Direct Interface Cable* 2 USB Card Reader PCMCIA Adapter (PC Card Adapter) SD Memory Card* 5 • SDC-128M • SDC-512MSH Compact Photo Printers* 2 * 3 (SELPHY series) Inkjet Printers* 6 TV/Video Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal Windows/Macintosh High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Canon brand Direct Print [...]

  • Страница 38

    System Map 36 Getting Started The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Flash • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too di stant for the built-in flash to illuminate. Power Supplie[...]

  • Страница 39

    System Map 37 Getting Started Other Accessories • SD Memory Card SD memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the came ra to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a inkj et printer (refer[...]

  • Страница 40

    System Map 38 Getting Started Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera’s controls. • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) • Inkjet Printers For more information, visit your[...]

  • Страница 41

    39 Learning More[...]

  • Страница 42

    40 Components Guide  Front View a Microphone (pp. 24 , 122) b AF-assist Beam (p. 49) c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 76) d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 61) e Viewfinder Window (p. 41) f Flash (p. 59) g Terminal Cover h Lens i A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 141) j DIGITAL Terminal (p. 29) k DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 170)[...]

  • Страница 43

    Components Guide 41  Back View a LCD Monitor (p. 53) b Viewfinder c Speaker d Wrist Strap Mount (p. 12) e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 10) f Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 10) g Tripod Socket Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to cons erve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 53) while shooting. The LCD monito[...]

  • Страница 44

    42  Controls a Indicators (p. 43) b ON/OFF button (p. 15) c Mode Dial (pp. 15 , 66) d Zoom Lever (pp. 55 , 103) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) e Shutter Button (p. 15) f Mode Switch (p. 18) g (Print/Share) Button (pp. 20 , 31 , 101) h FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 44) i MENU Button (p. 45) j DISP. (Display[...]

  • Страница 45

    Components Guide 43 The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. • Upper Indicator Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when connected to a computer/when display off Blinking Green : Camera starti ng up/Image recording/reading/ erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer or printer) Orange : Ready to sho[...]

  • Страница 46

    44 Basic Operations Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu. FUNC. Menu ( Button) This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. Menus and Settings 1 Set the mode switch to (shooting) and turn on the ca[...]

  • Страница 47

    45 Basic Operations Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menu ( Button) Convenient settings for shooting, play back or printing can be set with these menus. 1 Press the button. 2 Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. • The following menus are displayed. Shooting: Rec./ Set up Playback: Pla[...]

  • Страница 48

    46 Shooting Mode Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Information Displayed Setting Method a Shooting Mode Mode dial b Exposure Compensation, Recording Pixels, etc. FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) c Display Overlays MENU button (Rec. menu) d Digital Tele-Converter ( 1.6x/2.0x)/ Digital Zoom Factor/ Safety[...]

  • Страница 49

    47 Basic Operations Playback Mode (Detailed) The following information may also be displayed with some images. About the Battery Charge Indicator When the battery charge is low, will blink in red in the LCD monitor. Change the battery as soon as possible if you intend to use the camera for an extended period of time. Information Displayed Setting M[...]

  • Страница 50

    48 Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allo ws you to check the brightness of an image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias to ward the right, the brighter the image. By using the ex[...]

  • Страница 51

    49 Basic Operations Rec. Menu Menu Item Options Reference Page AF Frame Face Detect*/AiAF/Center p. 82 AF-Point Zoom On/Off* p. 78 Digital Zoom p. 55 (Still Image) Standard*/Off/1.6x/2.0x (Movies) Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) Flash Settings Slow Synchro O n/Off* p. 76 Red-Eye Corr. On/Off* Red-Eye Lamp On*/Off Self-timer Delay: 0 –[...]

  • Страница 52

    50 Play Menu Print Menu Menu Item Reference Page Slide Show p. 114 My Category p. 109 Red-Eye Correction p. 115 Resize p. 120 Sound Memo p. 122 Protect p. 124 Rotate p. 112 Erase all p. 125 Transfer Order p. 130 Resume p. 18 Transition p. 113 Menu Item Summary Reference Page Print Displays the print menu. – Select Image & Qty. Configures prin[...]

  • Страница 53

    51 Basic Operations Set up Menu Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off * Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds. (Except for when the memory card slot/battery cover is opened during recording.) Volume Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Adjus ts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter s ound and playback so[...]

  • Страница 54

    52 Print Method The connection method with the printer can be changed for printing. 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 CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510/CP520. As this setting will be stored to m[...]

  • Страница 55

    53 Basic Operations Switching LCD Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the di splay mode of the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus for details (p. 46) . The following are the screens th at display when shooting in mode.  Shooting Mode  Playback Mode or Rec. Revi ew (Right After Shootin[...]

  • Страница 56

    54 z The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p. 103) , or index playback mode (p. 104) . z Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (detailed display) - When using the detailed d[...]

  • Страница 57

    55 Commonly Used Shooting Functions The zoom can be adjusted from 35 – 140 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. The zoom ba r appears when you press the zoom lever. You can combine digital zoom wi th optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characterist ics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. Using the O[...]

  • Страница 58

    56 About the Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration. Pressing the zoom lever toward again allows you to zoom even [...]

  • Страница 59

    57 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Digital Zoom 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the button. 3 Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom setting will [...]

  • Страница 60

    58 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a l ens used in telephoto shooting). 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [1.6x] or [2.0x]. [...]

  • Страница 61

    59 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to select the flash settings. : [Auto] : [On] : [Off] • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed (p. 76) . You are recommended to shoot with the camera [...]

  • Страница 62

    60 Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to the subject (5 cm) (2.0 in.) is 59 × 44 mm (2.3 × 1.7 in.). To Cancel the Macro Mode: Press the button and use the or button to select (Normal). Shooting Close-ups (Macro) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Pre[...]

  • Страница 63

    61 Commonly Used Shooting Functions You can set the time delay and the num bers of shots you wish to take in advance. Using the Self-Timer Available Shooting Modes p. 189 10 sec. Self-Timer: The shutter rel eases 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. • 2 seconds before the shutter re leases, the self-timer sound beeps quickly and the la[...]

  • Страница 64

    62 To Cancel the Self-Timer: Press the button and the or button to select . Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( ) 2 Shoot. • When you press the shutter button fully, the self-timer lamp will blink.* * When [Red-Eye Lamp] is set to [On] in [Flash Settings] in the Rec. menu, the self-timer lamp will light 2 seconds before the flash fires [...]

  • Страница 65

    63 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Approximate Values for Recording Pixels : Approximate recording pixel numbers are shown. (M is short for megapixels.) * Paper sizes vary according to region. Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to sel[...]

  • Страница 66

    64 Approximate Values for Compression Settings z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 181) z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 182) Changing the Compression (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Select a compression setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Press t[...]

  • Страница 67

    65 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Adjusting the ISO Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to change the ISO speed. • When yo[...]

  • Страница 68

    66 Shooting Using the Mode Dial The camera automatically selects settings. : Auto (p. 15) : Easy (p. 17)  Image Zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. : Portrait : Landscape : Night Snapshot : Kids&Pets : Indoor : Special Scene (p. 67) : N[...]

  • Страница 69

    67 Shooting Using the Mode Dial When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. , , , , or (Special Scene) Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Set the mode dial to , , , , or . : 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or to select and[...]

  • Страница 70

    68 Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subj ects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. Indoor Prevents camera sha[...]

  • Страница 71

    69 Shooting Using the Mode Dial 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 reflec ted sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in t he sky sharply and at optimal exposure. Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, wh[...]

  • Страница 72

    70 Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or My Color settings. Shooting in the Manual Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Shoot.[...]

  • Страница 73

    71 Shooting Using the Mode Dial The following movie modes are available. The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 182) . *1 When a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC- 512MSH. *2 Even if the file size has not reached 4 GB, the recording is stopped when the recording time reaches one hour. De[...]

  • Страница 74

    72 3 Shoot. • Pressing the shutter button halfw ay automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. • Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. • During shooting, the recording time and [ z Rec] appear on the LCD monitor. • Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording. Re[...]

  • Страница 75

    73 Shooting Using the Mode Dial z Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor. When the zoom factor displays in blue, the image will deteriorate. z You can use digital zoom dur ing the movie shooting in mode only. z QuickTime is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/ C[...]

  • Страница 76

    74 Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. 1 Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the recording pixels. 3. Press the but[...]

  • Страница 77

    75 Advanced Shooting Functions In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shoot ing) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (p. 181) . To Cancel Continuous Shooting: Follow Step 1 to select . Continuous S[...]

  • Страница 78

    76 You can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions. Flash Settings z The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. Setting the Flash Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Slow Synchro The flash is used with [...]

  • Страница 79

    77 Advanced Shooting Functions Displaying and Setting [Flash Settings] 1 Select [Flash Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Flash Settings]. 3. Press the button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or to select the option. 2. Use the or button to make the setting. 3. Press the button. 3 Press the button. [Flash Setti[...]

  • Страница 80

    78 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming the AF Frame and Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face De tect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting. When you want to capture people’s expressions, set [A F Frame] to [Face Detect]. When you want[...]

  • Страница 81

    79 Advanced Shooting Functions 3 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfw ay zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 82) . - [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will appear zoomed. - [Center] : The center of the image will appear zoomed in the LCD monitor.[...]

  • Страница 82

    80 Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check) Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check peoples’ expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the fa ce displays when AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] (p. 82) . You are recommended to set [Review] to [Hold] in the menu in [...]

  • Страница 83

    81 Advanced Shooting Functions To Cancel the Focus Check: Press the shutter button halfway. 3 Shoot. • The recorded image will be displayed. • Frames are displayed as follows. • The orange frame can be shown at a different magnification, moved or switched to a different frame (p. 106) . z Pressing the button while the image is displayed will [...]

  • Страница 84

    82 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. Selecting an AF Frame Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Face Detect The camera detects a face and sets the focus, exposure* 1 and white balance* 2 . In addition, the camera meters the subject so that the face is correctly illuminated when the flash fires. If no fa[...]

  • Страница 85

    83 Advanced Shooting Functions z [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. z The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green : In focus - Yellow : Focusing difficulty ([Center] option) - No AF frame : Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] or [AiAF] option) Face Detect Feature z Maximum of thre[...]

  • Страница 86

    84 Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 To use the Face Select and Track function, first configure the following settings. - Set [AF Frame] to [Face Detect] (p. 82) . - Register the (Fa[...]

  • Страница 87

    85 Advanced Shooting Functions 3. Press the button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( ) of the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). 2 Press the shutter button halfway. • The face frame ( ) of main subject will change into . 3 Press the shutte[...]

  • Страница 88

    86 It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition • Subjects that are moving quickly • Subjects through glass When this happens, first lock [...]

  • Страница 89

    87 Advanced Shooting Functions To Release the AF Lock: Press the button. 3 Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • will display. 4 Recompose the image and press the shutter button fully. z When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AF Frame] to [Center] (p. 82) makes shooting easier since the cam[...]

  • Страница 90

    88 You can set the exposur e and focus separately. This is effective when shooting on ski slopes, beaches and other scenes where there is an extremely strong contrast betw een the background and a backlit subject, or a mix of bright and dark areas. You can set an exposure that best matches the shot you wish to take. Locking the Exposure Setting (AE[...]

  • Страница 91

    89 Advanced Shooting Functions You can use FE lock to set the flash output for the best exposure of your subject regardless of the composition of the shot. To Release the FE Lock: Press the button. Shooting with FE Lock Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button to select (On). 3 Focus the camera on the subject on[...]

  • Страница 92

    90 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is bac klit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure com pensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background. To Cancel the Exposure Compensation: Restore the com[...]

  • Страница 93

    91 Advanced Shooting Functions Switching between Metering Modes Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subjec t, the brightness, the direct light[...]

  • Страница 94

    92 You can set the shutter speed to a sl ow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Setting a Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 1 Select the Long Shutter Mode. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Adjust the setting. 1. Use the or button to change the shutter speed.[...]

  • Страница 95

    93 Advanced Shooting Functions z Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. z Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to .[...]

  • Страница 96

    94 Normally, the (Auto) white balanc e setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a se tting appropriate for the light source. Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recor[...]

  • Страница 97

    95 Advanced Shooting Functions Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance (C ustom) reading for the following situations that are difficult fo r the (Auto) setting to detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) ?[...]

  • Страница 98

    96 z 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). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. If the setti[...]

  • Страница 99

    97 Advanced Shooting Functions You can change the look of an image when it is shot. /// Shooting in a My Colors Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 189 My Colors Off Records norma lly with this setting. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues.[...]

  • Страница 100

    98 (Setting the Custom Color Mode) 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to select . 2 Adjust the setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation]. 3. Use the or button to adjust the setting. • The adjustment results show in the LCD monitor. • If you [...]

  • Страница 101

    99 Advanced Shooting Functions You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor wh ile shooting to help check the position of your subject. Setting the Display Overlays Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Off – Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide th e screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the ve[...]

  • Страница 102

    100 If you set Auto Category to [On], im ages are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 189 People For images shot in , or mode, or images with faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect]. Scenery For images shot in , , or mode. Even[...]

  • Страница 103

    101 Advanced Shooting Functions You can register a function that yo u often use when shooting with the button. To Cancel the Shortcut Button: Select in Step 2. Registering Settings to the Button Available Shooting Modes p. 189 Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned – Red-Eye Corr. p. 76 Face Select and Track p. 82 Digital Tele- converter p. 5[...]

  • Страница 104

    102 Using the Button 1 Press the button. • For , and , each time that the button is pressed, the settings of the regist ered functions are switched. • For , and , the corresponding setup screen is displayed. • For , each press of the button records the white balance data. Since the frame does not appear at this point, ensure that the white pa[...]

  • Страница 105

    103 Playback/Erasing Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18) . To Cancel the Magnified Display: Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Viewing Magnified Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . • will display at the upper right and a magnified portion of the image will display. • Image[...]

  • Страница 106

    104 To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback ) 1 Press the zoom lever toward . • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. • Use the , , or button to change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you pr ess t[...]

  • Страница 107

    105 Playback/Erasing Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the disp lay size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject’s eyes are closed. Displaying the Focus Check Check the Focus and Facial Expressions of Subjects (Focus Check Display) 1 Set the mode[...]

  • Страница 108

    106 Changing the Display Size and Switching Frames To Cancel Changing the Display Position: Press the MENU button. Switching Frames 3 Press the zoom lever toward . • Bottom right of the screen will be displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed. 4 Change the setting. • You can change the display size by pressi[...]

  • Страница 109

    107 Playback/Erasing When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jumping to Images Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Jump to My Category Jumps to the first im age of each folder sorted by the Auto Category (p. 100)[...]

  • Страница 110

    108 To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the MENU button. 3 Display the Images. 1. Press the or button. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the setting. • Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel (p. 111) when the is selected . Number of images matching search key Location of image currently being displayed[...]

  • Страница 111

    109 Playback/Erasing You can organize images into pr epared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p. 107) . Organizing Images by Category ( My Category) People My Category 1 – 3 Scenery To Do Events 1 Select [My Category]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. P[...]

  • Страница 112

    110 Viewing Movies 1 Display a movie. 1. Use the or button to select a movie. 2. Press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. 2 Play the movie. 1. Use the or button to select . 2. Press the button. • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. • When playback en[...]

  • Страница 113

    111 Playback/Erasing Operating the Movie Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. Print An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play. Slow Motion You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback. First Frame Displays the first frame. Prev[...]

  • Страница 114

    112 Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Rotating Images in the Display 1 Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Rotate the image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to rotate. 2. Press the button. • Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations[...]

  • Страница 115

    113 Playback/Erasing You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. Playback with Transition Effects No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and t he next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to hav e the previous image di splay from the left and the button to have the next image[...]

  • Страница 116

    114 Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor disp lays each image for approximately 3 seconds. Automated Playback (Slide Shows) No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The previous image moves to the left and the next image display from the [...]

  • Страница 117

    115 Playback/Erasing You can correct red eyes in recorded images. 3 Play. 1. Press the button. • The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming the slide show: Press the FUNC./SET button. - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: Press the or button (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly[...]

  • Страница 118

    116 1 Select [Red-Eye Correction]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the button. • A frame will automatically display where red-eye is detected. • If red-eye is not autom atically detected, sel[...]

  • Страница 119

    117 Playback/Erasing 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file. • [Overwrite]: Saved with the same file name as the uncorrected image. The uncorrected image is erased. [...]

  • Страница 120

    118 Add Correction Frame 1 Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the button. • A green frame will display. 2 Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the , , or button to move the frame. • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever. 3 Add additional correction frames. 1. Press the butt[...]

  • Страница 121

    119 Playback/Erasing Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the button. 2 Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the or button to select a frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. 3 Delete the frame. 1. Press the button. • The selected frame[...]

  • Страница 122

    120 You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. Resizing Images 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 320 × 240 pixels 1 Select [Resize]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to resize. 2. P[...]

  • Страница 123

    121 Playback/Erasing 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The resized image will be saved in a new file. The original image will remain. • If you wish to continue resi zing of another image, repeat operations from step 2. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select [Yes[...]

  • Страница 124

    122 In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. Attaching Sound Memos to Images 1 Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to which you wish to attach[...]

  • Страница 125

    123 Playback/Erasing Sound Memo Panel Use the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the playback screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Pauses recording or playback. Play Begins playback. Erase Erases sound memos. (S elect [Erase] and in the confirmation screen press the FUNC./SET button.) z You cannot attach sou[...]

  • Страница 126

    124 You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Protecting Images 1 Select [Protect]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Protect an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the button. • The protection icon appears on the lower left of image[...]

  • Страница 127

    125 Playback/Erasing You can erase images from a memory card. Erasing All Images z Note that erased images can not be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 Select [Erase all]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Er[...]

  • Страница 128

    126 Print Settings/Transfer Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely conveni ent for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the [...]

  • Страница 129

    127 Print Settings/Transfer Settings 1 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Print Settings]. 4. Press the button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select an option. 2. Use the or button to specify the settings. 3. Press the button. z The Date and File No. sett[...]

  • Страница 130

    128 Single Images When [Print Type] (p. 126) is set to [Standard] or [Both], the number of copies can be set. 1 Select [Select Images & Qty.]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Select Images & Qty.]. 4. Press the button. 2 Select the images. • Selection methods differ for the Pri[...]

  • Страница 131

    129 Print Settings/Transfer Settings All the Images on a Memory Card One copy of every image will be set to print. 1 Select [Select All Images]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Select All Images]. 4. Press the button. 2 Select [OK]. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the butto[...]

  • Страница 132

    130 You can use the camera to spec ify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings[...]

  • Страница 133

    131 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Single Images Mark all 3 Select an image to transfer. 1. Use the or button to select an image to transfer. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3. Press the button several times to end the setting. 3 Execute[...]

  • Страница 134

    132 Configuring the Camera This camera is equipped with a pow er saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. Power Saving Function Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the ON/OFF button again to restore power. Shooting mode: Approximately 3 minutes after the [...]

  • Страница 135

    133 Configuring the Camera 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select an option. 2. Use the or button to make settings. 3. Press the button. 3 Press the button. The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer.[...]

  • Страница 136

    134 You should always format a new memo ry card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Formatting Memory Cards Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. 1 Select [Format]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the [...]

  • Страница 137

    135 Configuring the Camera The images you shoot are automati cally assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. Resetting the File Number Continuous A number one higher than the la st one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file na[...]

  • Страница 138

    136 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecut ive 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 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. • Images may be saved to a new folder when there is insufficient free space even if the total[...]

  • Страница 139

    137 Configuring the Camera You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Create New Folder Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To create an additional folder, in sert the check mark again. A[...]

  • Страница 140

    138 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Auto Create] and the or button to select a creation date. 2. Use the or button to sele[...]

  • Страница 141

    139 Configuring the Camera Your camera is equipped with an Inte lligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. Setting the Auto Rotate Function 1 Select [Auto Rotate]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the [...]

  • Страница 142

    140 When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function. Resetting Settings t[...]

  • Страница 143

    141 Connecting to a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Shooting/Playback Using a TV 1 Turn off the camera and the TV. 2 Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. • Open the terminal cover and plug the AV cable in all the way. 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO I[...]

  • Страница 144

    142 z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 52) . The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others z If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly[...]

  • Страница 145

    143 Troubleshooting • Camera (p. 143) • When the power is turned on (p. 144) • LCD monitor (p. 144) • Shooting (p. 146) • Shooting movies (p. 150) • Playback (p. 151) • Battery (p. 152) • TV monitor output (p. 152) • Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 153) Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z [...]

  • Страница 146

    144 Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed. z The camera’s orientation mechanism is operating. There is no malfunction. When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. z When re[...]

  • Страница 147

    145 Troubleshooting Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. z This is not a camera malfunction (flickering recorded in movies, but not in still images). A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source. z This is a norma[...]

  • Страница 148

    146 Shooting Camera will not record. Camera is in playback mode or connecting to a computer/printer mode. z Switch to Shooting mode (p. 15) . Flash is charging. z When the flash is charged, the indicator will light orange. Shooting is now possible (p. 43) . Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card (p. 10) . z If required, download the images[...]

  • Страница 149

    147 Troubleshooting AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. z In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it (p. 49) . Take care not to obstruct the AF-assist Beam with your hand when used. Subject is out of fo[...]

  • Страница 150

    148 Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. z Change the shooting angle. Flash is set to (Flash on). z Set the flash to (Flash off) (p. 59) . Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds and (High ISO Auto) setting may increase image noise. For higher image quality, use as low a[...]

  • Страница 151

    149 Troubleshooting Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. z Shoot with [Red-Eye Lamp] in the [Flash Settings] menu set to [On] (p. 76) . 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 resu[...]

  • Страница 152

    150 Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly. z Although the recording time may not display properly during sh[...]

  • Страница 153

    151 Troubleshooting Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. z Computer images that cannot be played back may play back if they are added to the camera using the supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. File name was changed with a computer or file locat[...]

  • Страница 154

    152 Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Battery is not being used to its full capacity. z See Battery (p. 164) . Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 164) . Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures. z If shooting in a cold location, warm the batteries such a[...]

  • Страница 155

    153 Troubleshooting Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are not properly connected. z Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not turned on. z Turn on the printer power. The print connection method is not correct. z Select [Print Method] and select [Auto][...]

  • Страница 156

    154 List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded onto the me mory card, red eye correction is being processed. Resetting all the camera and menu settings to defa[...]

  • Страница 157

    155 List of Messages Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that t he camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file numbe r has already been reached. In the Set up menu, set [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset]; alternatively, save all the images you wish to retain onto[...]

  • Страница 158

    156 Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. Cannot modify image You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with a nother camera. Or you attempted to resize an image already resized to[...]

  • Страница 159

    157 List of Messages Communication error The computer was unable to dow nload the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) st ored on the memory card. Use a USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to download the images. Lens error, restart camera An error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automaticall[...]

  • Страница 160

    158 Appendix z Before using the camera, please en sure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on th e following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its acce[...]

  • Страница 161

    159 Appendix z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. z To avoid the risk of high-voltag e electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. z Stop operating th e equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. z Do not allow the [...]

  • Страница 162

    160 Battery z Do not place the batteries near a he at source or expose it to direct flame or heat. z The batteries should not be i mmersed in water or sea water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. z Avoid dropping or subjecting th e batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended [...]

  • Страница 163

    161 Appendix z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the powe r outlet after recharging or when not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. z Do not place anything, such as ta blecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Leaving the units plugged in for a l [...]

  • Страница 164

    162 Cautions Equipment z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. z Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment. z Be careful not to allow dus[...]

  • Страница 165

    163 Appendix Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. z 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. z Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking se[...]

  • Страница 166

    164 Preventing Malfunctions Camera Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z 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 z When moving the equipment rapidly from cold[...]

  • Страница 167

    165 Appendix z Never mix unused and partially used batteries. The partially used batteries may leak. z Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( and ) reversed. z Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery term[...]

  • Страница 168

    166 z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card. z Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the me mory card. Do not touch the terminals with your hands or metal[...]

  • Страница 169

    167 Appendix Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery char ger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. • After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an outlet, or attach the power cord to the charger (CB-5AHE, not sho[...]

  • Страница 170

    168 z The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH. z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time. z Do not attempt to recharge fu lly charged batteries, as doing so may reduce or impair ba[...]

  • Страница 171

    169 Appendix z 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 t hem in a fully charged condition can shorten their lifespan or degrade their performance. Again, if you do not u[...]

  • Страница 172

    170 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 fo r long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off bef ore connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the ot[...]

  • Страница 173

    171 Appendix High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement th e camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera an d High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accom panying the flash along with this explanation. Using an Ex[...]

  • Страница 174

    172 Batteries z Charge becomes Severely Limited If the battery usage time has consid erably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. The terminals may be dirty from fingerprints. z Usage in Cold Temperatures Get a spare generic lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). You are recommended to place the spare battery in your pocket to w[...]

  • Страница 175

    173 Appendix If the Date/Time in the Set up m enu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. Replacing the Date Battery The date battery is pr einstalled at the fact ory and may therefore expire e[...]

  • Страница 176

    174 5 Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow. 6 Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up. 7 Replace the battery holder and close the cover. 8 When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 13) . After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/T ime[...]

  • Страница 177

    175 Appendix Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remo ve dust and dirt. If necessary, gently wipe with a[...]

  • Страница 178

    176 All data is based on Canon’s stan dard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A580 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Specifications Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 8.3 million pixels) Lens : 5.8 (W) – 23.2 (T) mm (35mm film equivalen[...]

  • Страница 179

    177 Appendix Metering System : Evaluative* 1 /Center-weighted average or Spot* 2 *1 Facial brightness is also ev aluated in Face Detect AF. *2 Fixed to center Exposure Compensation : ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO Speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) : Auto* 1 , High ISO Auto* 2 , ISO 80/100/200/400/ 800/1600 *1 Cam[...]

  • Страница 180

    178 Data Type : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* : : Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compli[...]

  • Страница 181

    179 Appendix Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 2x to 10x max.), Resume Playback, Image Inspection Tool, Jump, My Category, Movie Playback (slow motion available), Rotate , Slide Show, Red-Eye Correction, Resize, Sound memos (it is possible to record and playback up to 1 min.), Protect Di[...]

  • Страница 182

    180 Battery Capacity z The actual figures will vary accord ing to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded. z At low temperatures, the battery performance may diminish and the low battery icon (blinking red) may appear very rapidly. In these circumstances, the performance can be improved by warming the battery in a pocket befo[...]

  • Страница 183

    181 Appendix Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities : Memory card included with the camera This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. Recording Pixels Compression 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH (Large) 3264 × 2448 pixels 83 5 1 3 9 14 59 231 30 123 479 (Medium [...]

  • Страница 184

    182 Movie : Memory card included with the camera • Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time. Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH Standard 640 × 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. 23 sec. 1 min. 36 sec. 6 min. 12 sec. 640 × 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. LP[...]

  • Страница 185

    183 Appendix MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 1.4 mm (1.26 × 0.94 × 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) Interface Compatible with SD memory card s[...]

  • Страница 186

    184 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) *1 When charging four NB-3AH batteries *2 When charging two NB-3AH batteries loaded one on each side of the battery charger Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/[...]

  • Страница 187

    Index 185 Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ............ ........... ............ 99 A AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ........... 170 Accessories........... ..................... 36 AF Frame ......... .................... 46 , 82 AF-assist Beam... ................. 40 , 49 AF-Point Zoom ...... ..................... 78 Auto Category ....... ................... 100 AU[...]

  • Страница 188

    Index 186 H High-Power Flash . ................... 171 Histogram................................... 48 I Index Playback...... ................... 104 Indicators ............ ........... ............ 43 ISO Speed ............ ..................... 65 J Jump (Searching the Images) .. 107 L LCD Monitor Display .................. 53 Lens Retract.......[...]

  • Страница 189

    Index 187 Slide Shows .......... ................... 114 Sound Memos ......... ................. 122 Start-up Image ...... ..................... 51 System Map .......... ..................... 34 T Telephoto ....................... ............ 55 Transfer Settings (DPOF) ........ 130 Transition ............ ..................... 113 TV Set ........[...]

  • Страница 190

    188 Trademark Acknowledgments • Microsoft, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh, the Mac logo, QuickT ime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • The SDHC logo[...]

  • Страница 191

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 189 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Some functions may not be avai lable, depending on the shooting mode. Check the functions availabl e for each shooting mode in the table below. Shooting Mode Function Long Shutter Exposure Compensation (p. 90) { – – – Long Shutter Mode (p. 92) – { ––[...]

  • Страница 192

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 190 { { { { { { { { { { { { – – –––––––––––––– { { { { { { { { { { { { { { – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – {{{{{{{{{{{{{{ –––––––––––– {{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { [...]

  • Страница 193

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 191 { : Setting available or optimum value is automatically set by the camera. – : Not available. 1) Set to optimum value dependi ng on each shooting mode. 2) R ecording pixels fixed to Large, compression fixed to Fine. 3) Including m acro. 4) Date stamp and Widesc reen are not available. 5) Always set to[...]

  • Страница 194

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 192 {{{{{{{{{{ – { –– {{{{{{{{{{ – {{{ {{{{{{{{{{{{ –– { { { { { { { { { { { { – – {{{{{{{{{{{{{ – {{{{{{{{{{{{ –– – { 5) { 5) – – { 5) { 5) – – – – – – – { { { { { { { { { { – { – – { { { { { { { { { { – { – – {{{{{{{{{{{{ –– { { { { { { { { { { –[...]

  • Страница 195

    CEL-SH6DA210 © CANON INC. 2008[...]