Canon Digital IXUS 30 Manual de usuario

DIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuidePlease read the Read This First section (p. 6).Please also read the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk an

8• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch int

98Adjusting the ISO SpeedRaise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area, or

99ShootingSetting the Auto Rotate FunctionYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot

100Resetting the File NumberThe images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. Setting t

101ShootingAbout File Numbers and Folder NumbersImages are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 t

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103PlaybackPlaybackDisplaying Images Individually1Slide the mode switch to (Playback).The last recorded image will appear in the display (single imag

104 Magnifying ImagesTo Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the zoom lever toward . You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button. Mov

105PlaybackViewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Switching between Sets of Nine ImagesTo Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the zoom leve

106Viewing MoviesYou can play movie clips shot in mode.Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Use the or button to select a movie.Im

107PlaybackPausing and Resuming PlayOperating the Movie Control PanelPress the FUNC./SET button during playback.The movie playback pauses. Press the F

9• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fir

108• Movies recorded with high resolutions and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading SD cards.• Movies recorded at the

109PlaybackEditing MoviesSelecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwanted portions at the start or end of a movie clip.Protec

110• The minimum duration of a movie that can be edited is 1 second.• It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the battery pack

111PlaybackRotating Images in the DisplayImages can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.• Movies cannot be rotated.• When images are downl

112Attaching Sound Memos to ImagesIn playback mode (including single image playback, index playback, and magnifying playback), you can attach sound me

113PlaybackPlaying/Erasing Sound Memos• You cannot attach sound memos to movies.• The “Memory card full” message will display when the SD card is full

114Automated Playback (Slide Shows)Starting a Slide ShowA selection of images or all the images on an SD card can be displayed one-by-one in an automa

115Playback• Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of the time set in the slide show settings.• The power-saving function does not a

1162Use the or button to select [Program] and the or button to select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].A white checkmark will appear beside a show

117PlaybackAdjusting the Play Time and Repeat SettingsYou can change the play time for all the images in a show and have the show repeat continuously.

10• Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-4L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire o

118Protecting ImagesYou can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.To Cancel ProtectionAfter step 1, select an image to remove pr

119ErasingErasingErasing Single Images• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.• Protecte

120Erasing All ImagesYou can erase all the images saved on the SD card.• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution

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122Print SettingsImages shot with this camera can be printed using one of the following methods.-Connecting the camera to a direct print compatible pr

123Print Settings This guide explains DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide supplied w

124Setting the DPOF Print SettingsYou can select images on an SD card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera.

125Print Settings3Select images for printing.As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings

126All the Images on an SD Card1In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button.See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49).2Use the or

127Print Settings• The symbol will display on images that have had print settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. These settings will be overwr

11 Cautions• Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (

128Setting the Print StyleSet the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. Print Type Standard

129Print Settings• When the print type is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time.•If you selected [S

130Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to t

131Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)• Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.• A maximum of 998 im

132Connecting the Camera to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Please read Computer

133Connecting the Camera to a ComputerConnecting the Camera to a ComputerComputer System RequirementsPlease install and use the software on a computer

134The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your computer before installing the driver and software. If this happens, please refer t

135Connecting the Camera to a Computer If the event dialog fails to appear, click the [Start] menu, and select [Programs] or [All Programs], followed

136 The following window will display. • Using the software and computer to download images:See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Dis

137Connecting the Camera to a ComputerDownloading Images by Direct TransferUse this method to download images using camera operations. Install the sup

12Preventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic FieldsNever place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong

138Select & Transfer/Wallpaper Only JPEG format images can be downloaded as wallpaper for the computer. They are automatically converted to the B

139Connecting the Camera to a ComputerConnecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing SoftwareIf you are using Windows XP

140Viewing Images on a TV setViewing Images on a TV setYou can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is

141Viewing Images on a TV set• A TV set cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode.• No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to

142Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sou

143Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)• If you select (Theme) in Step 2, you can select a consistent theme for each of the My Camera setting

144Registering My Camera SettingsImages recorded onto the SD card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu ite

145Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)5Press the DISP. button.6Select an image or record a sound.Start-up ImageUse the or button to select

146• The following cannot be registered as My Camera Settings.-Movies- Sounds recorded with the sound memo function (p. 112)• The prior setting is era

147Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

13Components GuideComponents GuideFront View * When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not to swing the camera or catch it on other items.DI

148List of MessagesList of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print

149List of MessagesRAW You attempted to play back an image recorded in the RAW format.Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image that was

150TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionCamera will not operatePower is not turned on• Press the ON/OFF button for a moment.SD card slot/battery cover

151TroubleshootingCannot play backFile name was changed with a computer or file location was changed• Set the file name or location on the file format

152Image is blurred or out of focusSubject is out of focal range• For normal shooting conditions, stay at least 30 cm (1.0 ft.) from the subject.• In

153TroubleshootingSubject in recorded image is too brightLight is shining directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera• Change

154AppendixUsing an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 (sold separately) when you are using i

155AppendixCamera Care and MaintenanceUse the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens and LCD monitor.Never use thinners, benzene, synthet

156SpecificationsAll data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.DIGITAL IXUS 40DIGITAL IXUS 30(W): wide angle

157AppendixShutter Speeds 15 – 1/1500 sec.The shutter speed varies according to the shooting mode.Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. or slower operate wi

14Back View LCD Monitor (p. 39)Tripod SocketSD Card Slot/Battery Cover (pp. 24, 26)Battery Compartment(SD card/battery compartment)SpeakerViewfinder

158Number of Recording PixelsStill images:DIGITAL IXUS 40:Large: 2272 x 1704 pixelsMedium 1: 1600 x 1200 pixelsMedium 2: 1024 x 768 pixelsSmall: 640 x

159Appendix*1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digit

160SD Cards and Estimated Capacities: With card included with the cameraStill Images* Same for both the DIGITAL IXUS 40 and the DIGITAL IXUS 30 models

161Appendix• Maximum movie clip length at (Fast Frame Rate): 1 min., at (Compact): 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording ti

162Battery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-4L (Fully charged))• The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.• Movie data

163AppendixSD Memory Card Battery Pack NB-4LBattery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVECompact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter

164Photo Tips and InformationTip for Using the Self-timer (p.76)Normally the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting the sel

165AppendixISO Speed (p.98)The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the

166Digital MacroWhen using digital macro, you can make a subject even larger than in the normal macro mode. You can enjoy seeing characteristics of a

167IndexAAC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 ... 154AE Lock ... 88AF Frame ... 47AF Lock

15Components GuideOperation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 36)Shutter Button (p. 47) (Light Metering) Button (p. 90)/ Button (Flash) Button (p. 64)/ Button

168Metering Modes... 90Mode switch ... 38Movie... 78Editing ...

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174Trademark Acknowledgments • Canon, PIXMA and SELPHY are trademarks of Canon Inc.• Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer

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176Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings se

177* Default settingSetting available Setting can only be selected for the first image. (Shaded Area): Setting is memorized even when the camera po

16Front View * When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not to swing the camera or catch it on other items.DIGITAL IXUS 30AF-assist Beam (p.

DIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuidePlease read the Read This First section (p. 6).Please also read the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk an

17Components GuideBack View LCD Monitor (p. 39)Tripod SocketSD Card Slot/Battery Cover (pp. 24, 26)Battery Compartment(SD card/battery compartment)Sp

Flowchart and Reference GuidesUse of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.This product is designed to achieve excellent performance optimally when

18Operation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 36)Shutter Button (p. 47) (Light Metering) Button (p. 90)/ Button (Flash) Button (p. 64)/ Button (Single Image Er

19Components GuideIndicatorsThe indicators light or blink when the ON/OFF button or shutter button is pressed.Upper IndicatorGreen: Ready to shootBlin

20The following operations are accessible through one easy press of the (Print/Share) button.• Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (supplied wi

21Preparing the CameraPreparing the CameraCharging the Battery PackUse the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the

22• Since this is a lithium-ion battery pack, you need not completely discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any point. However, since

23Preparing the CamerazDo not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch the and terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack.

24Installing the Battery PackInstall Battery Pack NB-4L (supplied).Please recharge the battery pack (p. 21) before you use it for the first time.1Slid

25Preparing the Camera• Please watch the loading slot area carefully as you insert and remove the battery pack. • Do not turn off the power or open th

26Installing the SD CardWrite Protect TabThe SD card has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existin

27Preparing the CameraTo Remove the SD cardPush the SD card with your finger or the toggle on the wrist strap until it clicks and then release it. • P

1Camera 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 ope

28Formatting SD CardsYou should always format a new SD card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.Please note that formatting

29Preparing the Camera• When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted SD card might be the cause. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem.• Wh

30SD Card Handling PrecautionszSD cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vib

31Preparing the CameraSetting the Date and TimeThe Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in re

32• Please note that the date and time settings may reset to the default settings if the camera battery has been removed for more than three weeks. Re

33Preparing the CameraUsing the ClockYou can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following methods. This is convenien

34Setting the LanguageUse this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display.1Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green.2

35Preparing the CameraThe Language menu can also be displayed in Playback mode by holding down the FUNC./SET button and pressing the MENU button. This

36Basic FunctionsTurning the Power OnTo Turn the Power OffPress the ON/OFF button again.• If the “Card locked!” message appears right after the power

37Basic FunctionsPower Saving FunctionThis camera is equipped with a power saving function.When this function is turned on and it activates, restore p

2About This GuideConventions Used in the Text: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.: This mark denotes additional topics t

38Switching Between Shooting/PlaybackThe mode switch is used to select Shooting and Playback modes. • When a printer is properly connected, the , o

39Basic FunctionsUsing the LCD MonitorThe LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menu settings and play back recorded images

40Playback Mode ( ) When the mode switch is set to , the LCD monitor will turn on. In index playback mode (p. 105), the detailed display is not avail

41Basic FunctionsInformation Displayed on the LCD Monitor When shooting or playing back images, the shooting information, review information or replay

42* Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information).Zoom powers indicate the combined optical and digital amount of zoom.These fig

43Basic FunctionsPlayback Information–Standard (Playback Mode)Protection Status (p. 118)Compression (Still Images) (p. 62)Resolution (Still Images) (p

44The following information may also be displayed with some images.Please note that image information recorded by this camera may not display correctl

45Basic FunctionsUsing the ViewfinderThe viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 39) while shooting.Image Seen in

46Using the ZoomThe zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm to 105 mm in 35mm film equivalent terms.Telephoto/Wide AngleDigital ZoomWhen the LCD monitor is on

47Basic FunctionsPressing the Shutter ButtonThe shutter button features a two-stage action. 1. Pressing HalfwayPressing halfway automatically sets the

3Table of ContentsItems marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.Read This FirstPlease Read...

482. Pressing FullyPressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causes the shutter sound to play.Shots cannot be taken while the f

49Basic FunctionsSelecting Menus and SettingsMenus are used to adjust shooting and playback settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/T

50Selecting Menu Settings with the MENU Button1Slide the mode switch to (Shooting), (Movie) or (Playback).() Resolution (Movie) (p. 63)FUNC. Menu(

51Basic FunctionsSee Setting the DPOF Print Settings for the procedures for the (Print Order) item in the Play menu.2Press the MENU button.In Shooti

52Rec. MenuPlay MenuSet up Menu(The menu will appear slightly different depending on the Shooting mode)Shooting Mode Playback ModeMy Camera MenuShooti

53Basic FunctionsMenu Settings and Factory DefaultsThis chart shows the options and default settings for each menu.* Default setting Rec. MenuMenu It

54Play MenuMenu Item OptionsReference Page Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 118 RotateRotates images clockwise 90° or 270° in t

55Basic Functions Operation Vol.Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that beeps when any button other than the shutter button is pressed.– Se

56 File No. ResetSets how file numbers are assigned to images when new SD cards are inserted.•On•Off*p. 100 Auto RotateSets whether or not images

57Basic FunctionsYou can select the start-up image and sound, operation sound, self-timer sound and shutter sound used on this camera.These are called

4 Manual ... 66Portrait ...

58Resetting Settings to Their Default ValuesYou can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation.• Settings cannot be r

59ShootingShootingShooting in Auto ModeIn this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else.1Slide the m

60• See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 176).• With the Review function, you can change the length of time images show on the LCD monito

61ShootingChanging the Review DurationThe default review time is 2 seconds. The review function can be set to [Off] or changed to any time in the rang

62Changing Resolution/Compression Settings You can change the compression (excluding movies) and resolution settings to suit the purpose of the image

63ShootingMovies can be shot with the following resolutions.•See Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 161).•See SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 160)

64 Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below.  Setting available Can be selected for the first image only AutoThe flash

65Shooting• When you use flash photography at higher ISO speeds, the chances of white streaks appearing in the image increase the closer you approach

66Selecting a Shooting ModeYou can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. AutoLeaves almost all of the settings

67Shooting • In , , and modes, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image. • In mode, shoot with the subject 1 - 4 m (39 in. - 3.

5Erasing Erasing Single Images ... 119Erasing All Images ...

68 Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots To cancel the macro/infinity modePress the / button to remove or from the display.• Use the LCD monit

69ShootingSee Photo Tips and Information (p. 164).Image Area in Macro ModeWhen the zoom is set between the maximum telephoto and wide-angle settings,

70Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)Use this mode to shoot a subject in the range of 3 to 10 cm (1.2 to 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens (zo

71Shooting•See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 176).• The image area for close-ups at the maximum power of magnification for digital mac

72Using the Digital ZoomWhen the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to the following powers of magnification with the combined optical and digita

73Shooting Continuous ShootingIn this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. Recording ceases when the shutter bu

74Postcard Date Imprint ModeYou can shoot images with the optimal resolution and compression for postcard size printing.• When printing standard image

75Shooting• The icon appears in the LCD monitor when the date stamp setting (see below) is set to Date or Date & Time.• For printing instruction

76 Using the Self-timerWith this function, images are shot 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. This is useful when you want to take a

77ShootingChanging the Self-timer Countdown Time• The self-timer sound can be changed with the Selftimer Sound item in the (My Camera) menu (p. 57).

6Read This FirstPlease ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confi

78 Shooting a MovieThe following three movie modes are available. StandardYou can select the resolution and frame rate* yourself. You can shoot until

79Shooting3Use the or button to select , or .• You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu di

80• The recording time may not display properly during shooting or filming may stop unexpectedly with the following types of SD cards.- Slow recording

81ShootingChanging the Frame RateIn the (Standard) mode, you can select between one of two frame rates (number of frames recorded each second): (3

82Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one pan

83Shooting• To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it.ShootingImages can be shot in two

84• A custom white balance setting cannot be set in Stitch Assist mode. To use a custom white balance setting, set it before selecting [Stitch Assist]

85ShootingSwitching between Focusing ModesAlthough the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting (9 AF frames), you can set it to the center AF

86Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock)*The AF lock only works in the or mode.It may be difficult to focus on the following types

87ShootingShooting with the AF Lock To Release the AF LockPress the / button.• When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, s

7Safety Precautions• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that th

88Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the s

89ShootingLocking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set for a particular

90The FE lock may be released by pressing the zoom lever, MENU button or button, or by changing the white balance, ISO speed, photo effect or the sho

91ShootingAdjusting the Exposure CompensationAdjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot

92Shooting in Long Shutter ModeYou can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter.1In the (Rec.) menu, select [Lo

93ShootingTo Cancel the Long Shutter modeWhile [Long Shutter] is displayed in the FUNC. menu, press the MENU button.The nature of CCD image sensors is

94Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately.Combina

95ShootingThis setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or (B/W) photo effects are selected.Setting a Custom White BalanceYou can set a custom wh

96• You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±0) before setting a custom white balance. The co

97ShootingChanging the Photo EffectBy setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. Effect Off