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Canon Powershot TX1 User Manual

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CDI-E313-010
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© 2007 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
ENGLISH
Advanced
Camera User Guide
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Before Using the Camera
Shooting
Playback/Erasing
Print/Transfer Settings
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix

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  • Page 1 CDI-E313-010 XXXXXXX © 2007 CANON INC. ENGLISH Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. PRINTED IN JAPAN Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Customizing the Camera Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix...
  • Page 2 Adds effects to still images with the My Colors function Edits movies Printing Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button Also supports non-Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers Uses of Recorded Images Effortlessly transfer them to a computer with the Print/Share button...

  • Page 3: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Items marked with a functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide ....1 Handling Precautions ......5 Please Read.
  • Page 5 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) . . 48 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)....49 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) ... 50 Switching between Metering Modes .
  • Page 6 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)..112 Changing My Camera Settings ..... 112 Registering My Camera Settings ..... 113 Troubleshooting .

  • Page 7: Handling Precautions

    Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
  • Page 9 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
  • Page 10 Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery. Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts that could damage the casing.
  • Page 11 Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera.
  • Page 12 Do not connect compact power adapters or battery chargers to devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions, excessive heat generation, fire, electric shock or injury. Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash.

  • Page 13: Preventing Malfunctions

    Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems When moving the equipment rapidly from a cold place to a hot place, you can avoid condensation by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it...

  • Page 14: Before Using The Camera-Basic Operations

    Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor Press The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode Standard (No Information) Detailed (Information View) The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode.
  • Page 15 Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting Method 1 Push in and hold the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) while turning on the power. Method 2 In a shooting/playback mode, push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./ SET) for more than one second.

  • Page 16: Lcd Monitor Brightness

    LCD Monitor Brightness LCD Monitor Brightness Settings The brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways. Changing Settings Using the Set up Menu (p. 25) Changing Settings Using the DISP. Button (Quick-bright LCD Function) You can set the LCD monitor to the brightest setting regardless of the option selected in the Set up menu by pressing the DISP.

  • Page 17: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor

    Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting mode) Time Zone (p. 19) Zoom Magnification (p. 32) Digital Tele-Converter (p. 32) Spot Frame AF Frame (p. 46) IS Mode (p. 31) */Shutter Speed*/ Aperture Value* 3:2 Guide (p. 37) Grid Lines (p.
  • Page 18 * Displays when pressing the shutter halfway. Since the camera automatically readjusts the ISO speed, shutter speed and aperture value for the optimal settings when using the flash, settings displayed in shooting information may differ from the actual settings. ** Displays when remaining available internal memory (buffer) is half or less during movie recording.
  • Page 19 Detailed My Category (p. 76) Shooting Mode (pp. 34, 38, 44, 60, 62, Basic Guide pp. 13 – 13) Still image shot while shooting a movie (p. 42) Metering Mode (p. 51) ISO Speed (p. 65) Recording Pixels/Frame Rates (Movies) (p.

  • Page 20: Power Saving Function

    Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value.

  • Page 21: Setting The World Clock

    Setting the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings. Setting the Home/World Time Zones (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 22 Press the Multi Controller destination time zone As in Step 3, you can set daylight saving time. Press the Multi Controller [Home/World], and Switching to the Destination Time Zone (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Press the Multi Controller To change the destination time zone, push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET).

  • Page 23: Menus And Settings

    Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. FUNC. Menu Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC.
  • Page 24 Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu You can switch between menus by pressing the Multi Controller when this part is selected. • This example shows the Rec. menu in • In playback mode, the Play, Print, Set up and My Camera menus display.

  • Page 25: Menu List

    Menu List See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160). FUNC. Menu Menu Item Manual Mode Special Scene Mode Exposure Compensation Long Shutter Mode Rec. Menu Menu Item Face Detect AF On*/Off Digital Zoom Standard*/Off/1.5x/1.9x Slow Synchro On/Off* Red-Eye On*/Off Delay: 0–10*, 15, 20, 30 sec.
  • Page 26 Disp. Overlay IS Mode button *1Default setting is 3 shots. *2They are classified according to the following categories. (People): (Scenery): (Events): Play Menu Menu Item Slide Show My Category Erase Protect Red-Eye Correction My Colors Print Menu Menu Item Print Select Images &...
  • Page 27 Set up Menu Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Audio Mic Level Auto*/Manual Level -40 to 0 dB Wind Filter On/Off* LCD Brightness -7 to 0* to +7 Power Saving Auto Power On*/Off Down...
  • Page 28 (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print other image sizes. (However, it cannot be changed while the printer is connected.)

  • Page 29: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    My Camera Menu Menu Item Theme Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Start-up Sound Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on. Operation Sets the sound played when any button other Sound...

  • Page 30: Formatting Memory Cards

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

  • Page 31: Shooting

    Shooting Setting the Aspect Ratio (Horizontal to Vertical Ratio) Shooting Mode You can change the horizontal to vertical aspect ratio for shooting. If you shoot at the 16:9 aspect ratio, you can shoot images with a size that is appropriate for playback on a high-definition TV (HDTV), or for printing on wide size paper.

  • Page 32: Changing The Recording Pixels And Compression (Still Images)

    Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) Shooting Mode Set the aspect ratio. See Setting the Aspect Ratio (Horizontal to Vertical Ratio) (p. 29). FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 21). * Default setting. Press the Multi Controller to select compression/recording pixels settings and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET).

  • Page 33: Setting The Image Stabilizer Function

    When the Aspect Ratio is [16:9] Recording Pixels 3072 x 1728 (Widescreen) pixels * Paper sizes vary according to region. Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images Fine Normal Normal See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 144). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p.

  • Page 34: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter

    (Rec.) Menu [Continuous]*/[Shoot Only]/[Panning]/[Off]. See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. It may not be possible to completely stabilize images when shooting at low shutter speeds. Use a tripod to shoot under these conditions. If camera shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected. Hold the camera vertically while panning (stabilization does not work when the camera is held horizontally).

  • Page 35: Shooting With The Digital Zoom

    (Rec.) Menu [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.5x]/[1.9x]. See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. When using [Standard]: See Shooting with the Digital Zoom (p. 33). When using [1.5x], [1.9x]: See Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter (p. 34) Shooting with the Digital Zoom Press the zoom lever toward The combined optical and digital zoom factor will appear on the LCD...

  • Page 36: Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Super Macro)

    Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot. and the zoom factor appears on the LCD monitor. Depending on the number of recording pixels set, image quality may deteriorate ( factor appear in blue). About the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting).

  • Page 37: Red-Eye Reduction Function

    Red-Eye Reduction Function Shooting Mode You can set whether or not the red-eye reduction* lamp automatically fires with the flash. * This function reduces the effect of light reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red. (Rec.) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.

  • Page 38: Continuous Shooting

    Approx. 1.1 images/sec. • When in Large/Fine Mode. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.

  • Page 39: Setting The Display Overlay

    The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. When set to set to [Off] (p. 46). Setting the Display Overlay Shooting Mode You can check a composition’s horizontal and vertical alignment as well as a 3:2 aspect ratio print range on the LCD monitor by using a...

  • Page 40: Movie Shooting

    Movie Shooting Shooting Mode You can shoot movies with just a push of the Movie button (not applicable when in playback mode). You can select the movie recording pixels and frame rates (p. 40) and shoot with color effects such as Color Accent and Color Swap. Sound is recorded in stereo.
  • Page 41 You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 28). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. Be careful of the following while recording. - Try not to touch the microphones (Basic Guide p. 3). - If you press a button other than the Movie button, the sound of the button being pressed will also be recorded.
  • Page 42 Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the movie recording pixels and frame rate in any shooting mode. Available recording pixels and frame rates will differ with the aspect ratio setting. Set the aspect ratio. See Setting the Aspect Ratio (Horizontal to Vertical Ratio) FUNC.
  • Page 43 Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the appearance of motion. When the Aspect Ratio is [4:3] If you use a super high-speed memory card (recommended memory card: SDC-512MSH), you can shoot until the memory card is full.
  • Page 44 Shooting Still Images while Shooting a Movie Shooting Mode You can shoot a still image* while shooting a movie. * Still images will be taken with the aspect ratio, recording pixels and compression that were made before shooting the movie. While shooting a movie, press the shutter button halfway to focus.

  • Page 45: Setting The Recording Function

    Setting the Recording Function Shooting Mode The microphone level (sound recording level) and wind filter setting can be changed. (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). [Mic Level] * Default setting. When set to [Manual], press the Multi Controller [Recording Level], and then press the Multi Controller select recording level (recording...

  • Page 46: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

    Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Shooting Mode Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.

  • Page 47: Switching Between Focus Settings

    Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. You can retake a shot by pressing the Multi Controller and returning to the previously recorded image screen. Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together.

  • Page 48: Switching Between Focusing Modes

    (Rec.) Menu [Continuous]. See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. Switching between Focusing Modes Shooting Mode The autofocus frame (AF frame) indicates the area used to set the focus. Select from among the following focusing methods. Setting Face Detect AF (Rec.) Menu [Off].
  • Page 49 The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green:Shooting preparations complete - Yellow:Focusing difficulty (Face Detect AF set to [Off]) The following occurs when [On] is selected. - A maximum of 3 frames will be displayed at the positions of faces the camera detects.

  • Page 50: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)

    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) Shooting Mode 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: Try to shoot as close to the glass as...

  • Page 51: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    The AF lock is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to compose the image. Moreover, the AF lock is still effective after the picture is taken, allowing you to capture a second image with the same focus. When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock, setting [Face Detect AF] to [Off] (p.

  • Page 52: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)

    Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) Shooting Mode You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Press the Multi Controller towards then press it Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting.

  • Page 53: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Switching between Metering Modes Shooting Mode (Rec.) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. Metering Methods Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates Evaluative complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Shooting Mode Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.

  • Page 55: Setting Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)

    Setting Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) Shooting Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 21). * Default setting. Press the Multi Controller the shutter speed The higher the value, the brighter the image and the lower the value, the darker the image.
  • Page 56 Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Set IS mode to a setting other than [Off], or shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 21). * Default setting.
  • Page 58 Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color.
  • Page 59 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data.

  • Page 60: Shooting In A My Colors Mode

    Shooting in a My Colors Mode Shooting Mode You can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone* Darker Skin Tone* Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red Custom Color...
  • Page 61 FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 21). * Default setting. Press the Multi Controller to select a My Colors mode. See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 59). When not in Push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) to return to the shooting screen.

  • Page 62: Changing Colors

    This completes the setting. If you press the MENU button at this point, you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode. Changing Colors Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the original colors transformed. This can be performed on movies as well as still images, allowing you to enjoy photographing with image or movie effects.
  • Page 63 Shooting in the Color Accent Mode FUNC. Menu Accent). See Menus and Settings (p. 21). * Default setting. The Color Accent mode will take effect. The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previously set color).
  • Page 64 The default color accent is green. You may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash. The specified color and color input range will be retained even if the camera’s power is turned off. Shooting in the Color Swap Mode Original Color (Before Swapping) FUNC.
  • Page 65 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the Multi Controller Only one color can be specified. You can press the Multi Controller range of colors that are swapped. • -5: Only takes the color that you want to swap •...
  • Page 66 Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can set whether or not to save the original image as well as the transformed one. (Rec.) Menu [On]/[Off]*. See Menus and Settings (p.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode 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. Press the Multi Controller towards then press it You can advance to the next option...

  • Page 68: Changing The Iso Speed With One Touch (Auto Iso Shift)

    Changing the ISO Speed with One Touch (Auto ISO Shift) Shooting Mode If the camera shake warning icon ( can raise the ISO speed merely by pressing the record at a shutter speed that avoids the effects of camera shake. (Rec.) Menu [Off]*.

  • Page 69: Registering Settings To The Button

    Auto ISO Shift does not work with shutter mode or with the flash. Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera shake warning icon ( speed is increased. Registering Settings to the Button Shooting Mode One frequently used function can be registered to the You can register the following functions.
  • Page 70 Press the Multi Controller select the function you wish to register and press appears on the lower right of the icon, you can still register this function but pressing the button will not activate the function in the current shooting mode. To Cancel the Shortcut Button Select in Step 2.

  • Page 71: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Setting the Auto Rotate Function Shooting Mode Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent 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. (Set up) Menu [Off].

  • Page 72: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)

    Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Folder Auto Create (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot Press the Multi Controller check mark beside [Create New Folder]...
  • Page 73 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.

  • Page 74: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. (Set up) Menu [Continuous]*/[Auto Reset]. See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image.
  • Page 75 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...

  • Page 76: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 19). Magnifying Images Press the zoom lever toward will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Press the Multi Controller move around the image.

  • Page 77: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)

    Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward Up to nine images can be viewed at once. Press the Multi Controller to change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.

  • Page 78: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories (People, Scenery, Events, Category 1-3, To Do). At the category level, you can perform the following. Image searches (p. 77) Slide Show (p. 92) Protect (p. 98) Erase (p.

  • Page 79: Jumping To Images

    Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the six search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Shot Date My Category Folder Movie By 10 images By 100 images In single image playback mode, press the...
  • Page 80 Controller category, folder or movie for playback and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). - The camera will change to the defined playback mode and a blue frame will appear. Only the images designated with the search key will be played back.

  • Page 81: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. Display a movie and press Images with a Select (Play) and press The movie will pause if you push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) during playback. It will resume when you push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) again.
  • Page 82 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 Slow Motion Playback (You can press the slow down or Displays the first frame Previous Frame (Rewinds if the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) is held down) Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) is...

  • Page 83: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Protected movies and movies 1 second or less in duration cannot be edited. Select (Edit) in the movie control panel and press The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display. Press the Multi Controller (Cut Beginning) or to specify the cut point( ).
  • Page 84 Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) while saving the movie, saving is canceled. [Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name.

  • Page 85: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Press the Multi Controller an image to rotate and press Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each push of the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET).

  • Page 86: Playback With Transition Effects

    Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the Multi Controller from the left and (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 87 Press the Multi Controller the image for which you wish to perform red- eye correction and press A frame will be displayed automatically at the position where red-eye is to be corrected. If red-eye is not automatically detected, press the Multi Controller to select [Add Frame] and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) (p.
  • Page 88 Red-eye correction cannot be performed on movies. Protected images cannot be overwritten. When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application.

  • Page 89: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function

    Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p. 58. Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 90 Select [OK] and press The newly saved image transformed with the My Colors effect will be the last one in the list. To continue adding effects to other images, repeat the procedures from Step 2 onward. Press press Selecting [Yes] displays the image transformed with the My Colors effect, while [No] returns you to the Play menu.

  • Page 91: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to one minute) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Press the Multi Controller an image to attach a sound memo to and press...

  • Page 92: Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)

    Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). Check that the [Audio] setting (p. 43) is appropriate before recording. You cannot attach sound memos to movies. Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at...
  • Page 93 Select (Record) and press Recording time will be displayed. Press the Multi Controller to change the sample rate. Sound quality will improve in the order of [11.025kHz], [22.050kHz], [44.100kHz]*, but the recorded file size will also increase respectively. * Default setting. When pushing in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET), recording will stop.

  • Page 94: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)

    Estimated Sound Recorder File Sizes and Recording Times (p. 143) When the memory cards fills, recording will automatically stop. Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard.
  • Page 95 Select : select a date, category or folder to be played back (p. 95). : select the images to be played back (p. 95). If you want to add a transition effect to play back images, press the Multi Controller to select [Effect] and choose the type of effect with pressing the Multi Controller Select [Start] and press...
  • Page 96 You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image.
  • Page 97 Select a date/category/folder to play back ( Select Press the Multi Controller select a date/category/folder to play back and press the Pushing in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) again will cancel the selection. More than one of the dates, categories and folders can be selected.
  • Page 98 Selecting Images for Playback ( Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection.
  • Page 99 Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3*–10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. Displaying time can vary slightly depending on the image. * Default setting. Repeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped.

  • Page 100: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select Select by Date Select by Category Select by Folder All Images (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Select a menu item and press Proceed to Step 5 if you select [All Images].
  • Page 101 Select the image, date, category or folder to protect and press [Select] Press the Multi Controller to select an image and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). - Pushing the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) again cancels the setting. - You can also protect images in the index playback mode.

  • Page 102: Registering Settings To The Movie Button

    Registering Settings to the Movie Button In the playback mode, one of the following functions can be registered to the Movie button (Basic Guide p. 3). Menu Item Not Assigned* Sound Recorder p. 90 Sound Memo * Default Setting. Registering a Function (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.

  • Page 103: Viewing Images On A Tv Set

    If you register the Sound Recorder, recording will be possible even when the LCD monitor is closed. Pressing the Movie button once, the indicator will blink red and the camera will be on standby. If you continue to press the Movie button, the blinking of the indicator will speed up and recording will begin.

  • Page 104: Turn On The Camera

    Connecting to a High-Definition TV (HDTV) Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the camera and TV. Bottom of camera COMPONENT OUT A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal Turn on the TV and switch it to external input. Turn on the camera. Camera can be connected to any D3/D4/D5 input compliant COMPONENT OUT A/V OUT...
  • Page 105 Connecting to a Non-High-Definition TV Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the camera and TV. Bottom of camera A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal Turn on the TV and switch it to external input. Turn on the camera. A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal Stereo/Video cable...

  • Page 106: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. Select Select by Date Select by Category Erases images in the selected category. Select by Folder All Images Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Protected images cannot be erased with this function.
  • Page 107 Select the image, date, category or folder and press [Select] Press the Multi Controller push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). - Pushing in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) again cancels the setting. - You can also erase images in the index playback mode. [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Press the Multi Controller...

  • Page 108: Print Settings/Transfer Settings

    Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print 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.
  • Page 109 Set the mode dial to (Print) Menu Select a menu item See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Proceed to Step 4 if you select [Select All Images]. Select the image, date, category or folder to print and press [Select Images & Qty.] Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p.
  • Page 110 [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Press the Multi Controller to select a date, category or folder and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). - Pushing in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET) again cancels the setting. - You can select multiple dates, categories or folders. - Press the Multi Controller category or folder image.
  • Page 111 Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the image(s) to print. The following print settings can be selected. Standard* Index Print Type Both Date (On/Off*) File No. (On/Off*) Clear DPOF data (On*/Off) Set the mode dial to (Print) Menu [Print Settings].

  • Page 112: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings

    Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify 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 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
  • Page 113 All the Images on a Memory Card (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). Select [Mark all] and press Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. Select [OK] and press Images are transferred in order according to the file number.

  • Page 114: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)

    Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start- up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes. Changing My Camera Settings (My Camera) Menu...

  • Page 115: Registering My Camera Settings

    Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults.
  • Page 116 Select an image or record a sound. Start-up Image Press the Multi Controller to select the image you wish to register and push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds Select Multi Controller (FUNC./SET). After recording, select push in the Multi Controller (FUNC./ SET).

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. Memory card slot cover or battery cover is open. Battery charge insufficient to operate camera (“Change the battery pack” message displays). Poor contact between camera and battery terminals. Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed.

  • Page 118: Lcd Monitor

    LCD monitor Camera screen is black at start-up Incompatible image has been selected as the start-up image in the My Camera settings. The display darkens. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting.

  • Page 119: Shooting

    appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting. appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings, transfer settings or slide show image selections set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. Noise displays./Subject's movements are irregular. Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD...
  • Page 120 Format the memory card (p. 28). If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab of the memory card upward (p. 131). Refer to “...
  • Page 121 Subject is too far away for flash to reach. Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making the flash too strong. The subject is overexposed because the surroundings are too dark. Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject.
  • Page 122 Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card's performance has dropped. Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device.

  • Page 123: Shooting Movies

    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.

  • Page 124: Playback

    Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. Movies cannot be edited. Some movies shot with another camera cannot be edited. Movies do not play back correctly.

  • Page 125: Battery/Battery Charger

    Battery/Battery Charger Battery consumed quickly. Battery is not performing to its fullest. Battery life exceeded if battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). Battery will not charge. Battery life exceeded. TV monitor output Image is distorted or not showing on TV monitor.

  • Page 126: Printing On Direct Print Compatible Printers

    Printing on Direct Print Compatible Printers Cannot print. Camera and printer not properly connected. Printer power is off. Incorrect print connection. Attach the camera to the printer securely with the supplied cable. Turn on the printer. In the (Set up) menu, select [Print Method] and select [Auto] (p.

  • Page 127: List Of Messages

    However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
  • Page 128 Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is a file with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up menu, set the File Numbering option to [Auto Reset];...
  • Page 129 Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. Sound cannot be played back. Cannot register this image! You attempted to register an image recorded in a different camera or a movie as a start-up image.
  • Page 130 (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.

  • Page 131: Appendix

    Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. Battery charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible it will be used for an extended period. Battery Handling Precautions Keep the battery terminals clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and camera.

  • Page 132: Charging The Battery

    It takes approximately 1 hours 30 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state (based on Canon’s testing standards). • Charging it within a temperature range of 5 – 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) is recommended.

  • Page 133: Handling The Memory Card

    Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card Write Write Protect Tab Slide the switch Writing/Erasing Possible Cautions When Handling Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
  • Page 134 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.

  • Page 135: Using An Ac Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)

    Using 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 it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

  • Page 136: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. First open the LCD monitor of the camera, and firmly fix the camera and the high power flash with the supporting bracket as shown in the diagram below, and then shoot.
  • Page 137 Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel.

  • Page 138: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera.

  • Page 139: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot TX1 Camera Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom LCD Monitor AF System AF Mode Focusing Range (From the front of the lens) Shutter...

  • Page 140: Exposure Compensation

    Metering System Exposure Compensation ISO Speed* White Balance Built-in Flash Flash Range Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting Self-timer Recording Media File Format Evaluative* , Center-weighted average or Spot* *1 When Face Detect is set to [On], the brightness of the face is also evaluated *2 Fixed to center ±...
  • Page 141 Data Type Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound memos, Sound Recorder: WAVE (Stereo) Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (Stereo)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called Compression Superfine, Fine, Normal Number of Large: Recording Pixels...
  • Page 142 (up to 1 min.), Movie (edit/slow motion play back possible) or Sound recorder (up to 2 hours). PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound.
  • Page 143 A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C ± 2 °C/73 °F ± 3.6 °F), normal relative humidity (50% ±...
  • Page 144 Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 36) when card has been formatted with a low level format. * This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Card included with the camera...

  • Page 145: Recording Times

    Movie 1280 x 720 pixels 30 frames/sec. 1280 x 720 pixels 30 frames/sec., LP 640 x 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. 640 x 480 pixels 30 frames/sec., LP 320 x 240 pixels 60 frames/sec. 320 x 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. Estimated Sound Recorder File Sizes and Recording Times Sound Size 11.025 kHz...
  • Page 146 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels (3072 x 2304 pixels) (2592 x 1944 pixels) (2048 x 1536 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) (3072 x 1728 pixels) 1280 x 720 pixels 30 frames/sec. 1280 x 720 pixels 30 frames/sec., LP 640 x 480 pixels 30 frames/sec.

  • Page 147: Sd Memory Card

    SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight MultiMediaCard Interface Dimensions Weight Battery Pack NB-4L Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Cycle Life Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE Rated Input Rated Output Charging Time Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.26 x 0.94 x 0.08 in.) Approx.
  • Page 148 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10) Rated Input Rated Output Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight (excluding power cord) 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz) 4.3 V DC, 1.5 A 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) 42.6 x 104.4 x 31.4 mm (1.68 x 4.11 x 1.24 in.) Approx.

  • Page 149: Index

    INDEX Numerics 3:2 Guide ...37 AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 ...133 AE Lock ...49 AF Frame ...15, 46 AF Lock ...48 AF-assist Beam ...23, 118 AiAF ...46 Aspect Ratio ...29 Auto ISO Shift ...66 Auto Play (Slide Show) ...92 Auto Rotate Function ...69 Battery Battery Capacity ...141 Charging ...130, Basic 6...
  • Page 150 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) ... 144 Image Stabilizer ... 31 Index Playback ... 75 Infinity ... Basic 16 Interface Cable ... Basic 23, 28 IS Mode ... 31 ISO Speed ... 65 JUMP (Image Search) ... 77 Language ... Basic 10 LCD Monitor Night Display ...
  • Page 151 Manual ...Basic 13 Color Accent ...61, Basic 13 Color Swap ...62, Basic 13 Stitch Assist ...Basic 13 Super Macro ...Basic 13 Movie ...38, Basic 14 Selecting ...Basic 12 Special Scene ...Basic 14 Aquarium ...Basic 14 Beach ...Basic 14 Foliage ...Basic 14 Indoor ...Basic 14 Night Snapshot ...Basic 14 Portrait ...Basic 14...
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  • Page 159 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 160 Battery Charger CB-2LV This product is not intended to be serviced. Should the product cease to function in its intended manner, it should be returned to the manufacturer or be discarded. This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.

  • Page 161: Trademark Acknowledgments

    • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.

  • Page 162: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. Shooting Mode Function Aspect Ratio Record- ing Pixels (Still) 16:9 Super Fine Compression Fine (Still) Normal Recording Pixels/Frame Rates (Movie) Auto Flash Slow Synchro...
  • Page 163 Shooting Mode Function Digital Zoom Digital Tele-Converter Evaluative Metering Center Weighted Avg. – Method Spot Exposure Compensation Exposure Shift Long Shutter White Balance My Colors ISO Speed Auto ISO Shift Reverse Disp. Auto Rotate Auto Category Disp. Overlay IS Mode Button Setting available ( Default setting)

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