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  • Page 1 CDI-E310 C&IlOll 7_ow_,-Nhot A 570 IN DIGITAL CAMERA Before Using the Camera CallOll < Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. CDI-E310-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA PictBridgeDIRECT BUBBLE PRINT DIRECT...
  • Page 2 • Use the separately sold wide converter, tele-converter close-up lens when shooting • Red-Eye Correction • Plays back automatically using the Auto Pla • Records sound memos for still _mages. • Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button • Also supports non-Canon brand PictBridge comptian printers...
  • Page 3 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). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Items marked with a -k are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ........Safety Precautions ........Preventing Malfunctions ......Using the LCD Monitor ......Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor ....Using the Viewfinder .......
  • Page 5 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AFLock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) ......Switching between Metering Modes ....[] Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ....Adjusting the Tone ( White Balance) ....Shooting inaMy Colors Mode ......Adjusting the ISO Speed ......Switching between Flash Adjustment...
  • Page 6 TV monitor output ........Printing with a direct print compatible printer ..... Battery Handling ........Handling the Memory Card ......Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) ....Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) ....Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) ..Replacing the Date Battery ......
  • Page 7 Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations.
  • Page 8 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. 75). Language Setting Please see the Basic Guide (p. 7) to change the language setting. • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the "Safety Precautions"...
  • Page 9 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not use substances containing...
  • Page 10 Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, only a specified battery charger. • The compact...
  • Page 11 iiiillliiii • 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. •...
  • Page 12 i i il!liiii i !!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii • When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
  • Page 13 iL,+ tm • 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 corrupt image data. • When moving the equipment rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing the...

  • Page 14: Before Using The Camera - Basic Operations

    Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations...
  • Page 15 Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) ( [ ] SpotAE Point Frame (p. 48) J[ ] [] AF Frame (p. 43)) /rgl]l[] 1 JFlash (Basic Guide p. 12) [] Digital Tele-Cenverter (p 29)j. Auto Rotate (p. 58) eRec Movie Recording (p. 35) Low Battery (p.

  • Page 16: Playback Information

    If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake waming icon [] displays, this indicates that a slow shutter speed may have been selected due to insufficient illumination. Use the following methods to shoot: - Set the IS mode to any setting other than [off] (p. 27) - Raise the ISO speed (p.
  • Page 17 • Detailed Histogram (p, 16) _hooting Mode ISO Speed (p. 53) _D_I_E_m_WBWm (Basic Guide pp. 10 - 11) Aperture Value (p. 41 ) (p. 38) [] (p. 35) Metenng Mode (p. 48) [] [] (pp. 39 - 42) mDDn_W•[] Shutter Speed (p. 40) White Balance (p.

  • Page 18: Histogram Function

    • Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. • Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (information view) - When using the detailed display mode of the Playback mode Histogram Function...
  • Page 19 I t;_titfl [-'_j I _11/r-._tt;_ This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.
  • Page 20 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 and Set up Menus FUNC. Menu Sets many of the functions commonly used during shooting.
  • Page 21 Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Set up) Menu ® ® oocaosw, between menus with the ÷ or + ® ® button when this part is selected, •...
  • Page 22 See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. Reference Reference Menu Item Menu Item Page Page Metering Mode p. 48 ISO Speed p. 53 Compression White p. 49 Balance (Still image) p.

  • Page 23: Print Menu

    Menu Item Options Reference Page Safety On/Off* p. 47 AF-assist Beam On*/Off p. 86 Disp.RevieWoverlay Off/2*-10 seconds/Ho Basic p.GUide34 p" 9 Both (Movie) Off*/Grid Lines S Mode (Still image) Continuous*/Shoot Only/ (Movie) Continuous*/Off Converter None*/WC-DC62/ TC-DG52A/250D p. 106 Date Stamp OflilDatelDate &...

  • Page 24: Setup Menu

    Set up Menu ([ii) *Default setting Menu item Options Reference Page Mute On/Oft* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds Basic Guide p. 8). Volume 0ft/1/2"/3/4/5 Adjusts thevolume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound and playback sound.
  • Page 25 [] (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other than [],...
  • Page 26 • Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. • The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the [] (Set up) menu (p. 23) - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p.
  • Page 27 I _l'iTT1_:[11_j h'i _'_T:I'_ [.._'I_._ lal_ You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. ¢} • This operation is not available in E_ mode. _j_j_j_jI_I_xxxx;_j_j_H_j_1_ _,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,_J_H_ ¸ 6"...
  • Page 28 Shooting Printing to about A3 size 3072 x 2304 pixels (Approx. 297 x 420 mm (Large) High (11.7 x 16.5 in.)) Printing to about A4 size (Approx. 210 x 297 mm 2592 x 1944 pixels (8.3x 11.7 in.)) (Medium Printing to about Letter-size 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) Printing to about A5 size 2048 x 1536 pixels...
  • Page 29 Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Purpose Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images Shoot normal quality images Fine Shoot more images Normal Normal _i) b._ _. _ _ _ SCN r-_',m, *P Tv AvM • Only [Continuous] can be set. The lens shift type image stabilizer function...
  • Page 30 The following icons appear on the LCD monitor. Reference [Continuous] [Shoot Only] [Panning] [Converter] setting in Rec. menu Page None p. 106 WC-DC52/ TC-DC52A/250D P Tv Av M _._ SCN "1 Cannot be set in [] mode, YOU can set whether or not the red-eye reduction .2 lamp...
  • Page 31 You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows: Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 16x with digital and optical Standard 35 - 560 mm zoom combined.

  • Page 32: Lcd Monitor

    Shooting with the Digital Zoom Zoom lever toward E_3 and sh0ot, ....• The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor. • Based on the number of recording pixets set, the Safety Zoom feature calculates the maximum zoom factor beyond which image quality will begin to deteriorate.
  • Page 33 (p. 25) is conducted immediately before shooting. •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 34 _ tin, F4 P Tv Av M _@_ _ You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide.
  • Page 35 Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when [] (Postcard) is selected.
  • Page 36 p Tv Av M _."__1, _ _@_ _ ,Im * • Only [Grid Lines] can be set. YOU can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject.
  • Page 37 ..,.,,. The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixets and frame rate in each mode, refer to Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (p. 37). You can select the recording pixels and frame rate and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory...
  • Page 38 • Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. • Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. • During shoot ng, the record ng t me and [ORec] appear on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 39 Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to [] (Standard). FUNc, Menu _ W* (Frame Rate)i_ (Recording Pixels). • See Menus and Settings (p 18) Default setting.
  • Page 40 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 several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image, Usethe ÷ or, buttontoseiectashooti"g direction, eYou can setect from the following two shooting directions.
  • Page 41 iiiiiiiiii_iiiiiii_iii_iiiiiiiiiii iiwi_iiiiiiiiiiiiii_ii_ • iiiiiiiiii•_ ••• • ••••__W_ ..• Use PhotoStitch, a supplied software program, to merge the images on a computer. • When the [] button is pressed, you can switch between the items which you can set. - Exposure compensation/Shooting direction selection The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture...
  • Page 42 When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject, while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.
  • Page 43 Shutter Speed Display • The following shutter speeds can be set. 1/160 indicates 1/160 second. Also, 0"3 indicates 0.3 second and 2" indicates 2 seconds. 15"13"10"8"6"5"4"3"22"52"1"61"31"0"80"60"50"40"3 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10 1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25 1/30 1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100 1/125 1/160 1/200 1/250 1/320 1/400 1/500 1/640 1/800 1/1000 1/1250 1/1600 1/2000 The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens.
  • Page 44 You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. eWhen you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If the difference is more than +2 stops, "-2"...
  • Page 45 Tv Av M _'_t_i& _ SCN* * Cannot be set in [] mode, The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. You can have the camera automatically detect the position of a face and use this...
  • Page 46 OThe AF frame appears as follows (when the LCD monitor is on) when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • Green : Shooting preparations complete • Yellow : Focusing difficulty (when the AiAF is [Off]) • NO AF frame: Focusing Difficulty (when the AiAF is [On]) •...

  • Page 47: Shooting With The Af Lock

    b._ _, _ _ _ SCN* I_1 ',m, P Tv AvM * Cannot be used in [] 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 •...

  • Page 48: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    To Release the AF Lock Press the button. • The AF frame will not appear in Dim mode. • When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AiAF] to [Off] (p. 43) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only.
  • Page 49 • Depending onthe shooting mode pressing the [] button will s witch between the setting items as follows: ureoom sa,,oo/ mode/_] ....IShu_er s peed/Exposure compensation/_] Aperture value/Exposure compensation/_] Shutter speed/Aperture value/M[_] Press _ Or _ button adjust focus, • The MF indicator shows approximate figures.
  • Page 50 Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as Evalu ative the position of the subject, the brightness, direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main...
  • Page 51 _T_ii, _'.1 i ii [_ i 4_ i[.] i[:-a W| ,'Tii_l :]_'I 1_.I i [..[_...

  • Page 52: Balance Settings

    White Balance Settings Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day. For recording under overcast, shady or twilight Cloudy skies. For recording under tungsten and bulb-type Tungsten wavelength fluorescent lighting. For recording under warm-white, cool-white Fluorescent...
  • Page 53 FUNC. Menu (Auto) (Custom). See Menus and Settings (p 18). * Default setting, camera at a piece__of white paper or cloth press • If you are viewing it with the LCD monitor, ensure that the center frame is completely filled with the white image.
  • Page 54 E_I',I p Tv Av M You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Settings My Colors Records normally with this setting. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation Vivid record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation Neutral record neutral...
  • Page 55 Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode 4, or ,I, button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] [Saturation] <. + button to adjust • The altered color will display. Se,_c_ A_jost • This completes the setting. If you press the MENU button at this point, you will return .........
  • Page 56 ilil ¸ iA.t;i ........ • Use the ÷ or ._ button to select an ISO speed and press the FUNC/SET button. • Selecting sets the optimal ISO speed according to the light level when shooting. Since the ISO speed setting will automatically be raised in dark places the camera will select a faster shutter speed and reduce the chances of...
  • Page 57 Tv Av Although the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustments (except in the mode), it is also possible to set it so that it fires without adjustments. P Tv AvM • When the shooting mode is set to F'QI, when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] (p.
  • Page 58 Tv Av The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene. See Menus and Settings (p, 19), Default setting, • Use ÷ or ._ button to select [On]/ [Off], and press FUNC./SET button.
  • Page 59 P Tv Av M SCN _ )tl_ You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the _1_€_ button. The following functions can be registered. Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned* DigitaITele-converter p, 30 ]SO ISO Speed p, 53 DISP, Overlay p, 34...
  • Page 60 Using the _ Button button. • Each time that the i:_€_, button is pressed the settings of the registered functions are switched. • For I_ (ISO Speed) and _ (White Balance) corresponding setup screen is displayed. • When there are functions not available in the current shooting mode, pressing _,_,_ button will have no effect.
  • Page 61 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.

  • Page 63: File Number

    _)_ll SCN i2_11,1_,P Tv Av M The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. Numbering] _[Continuous] [Auto Reset]. File Number Reset Function A number higher than last recorded assigned to the next image.

  • Page 64: File And Folder

    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 Exchanged forAnother...
  • Page 65 Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 16). Press zoom lever toward _, .........._ ..... will display and a magnified • _% portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximate,y, Approximate Location...

  • Page 66: Switching Between Sets Of Nine Images

    Press zoom iever ..........• Up to nine images can be viewed at Se ected mage once in index playback. • Usethe ÷ 4" ÷ or 4, button to change the mage se ect on Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward _ while in index...
  • Page 67 When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time.
  • Page 68 movie ".d press • mages wth a _l_l_._ con are movies ..Movie Control Panel Playback Progress Volume Level (Ad ust it with the ÷ or + button) • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again.
  • Page 69 Operating the Movie Control Panel Ends playback and retums to single image playback Prints (An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details.) Play Slow Motion Playback (You can use the ÷ button to slow down...
  • Page 70 Images can be rotated clockwise 90 ° or 270 ° in the display. Original 90 ° 270 °...
  • Page 71 [_I';'t_J'--ttBl?l Ia!lTr--Itt_l You can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not rum out as you intended. Examples: - Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image.
  • Page 72 • 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 73 Add Corrected Frame A maximum of 35 corrected frames may be added. press Match position using <- or , button press • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever. In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image.
  • Page 74 Sound Memo Panel Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./ SET button.
  • Page 75 Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). • During automated playback following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding:...
  • Page 77 You can play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable. Turn off the camera Connect AV cable to the camera's terminal. • Open the terminal cover by slipping a fingemail under the right edge and plug the AV cable in all the way. "o Plug other...
  • Page 79 Print Settings/Transfer Settings [_-_-_:[tr_j [:1 _ i ,] .Je] ;i i ;_lr;_! [.-_:[;l';_j;_ 1 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 80 Usethe ÷ button tO seiect images printing. • Selection methods differ for the Print Number of Print Type settings (p. 79). Copies - [] (Standard)/_-] _l(Both) Select an image, press the FUNC./ SET button and use the ÷ or * button to select the number of print copies (up to00)

  • Page 81: Setting The Print Style

    • Images are printed inorder according tothe filenumber. • Amaximum of998 images can beselected. • When [Print Type] isset t o[Both], the number ofcopies can beset. W hen itisset t o[Index], the number ofcopies cannot beset ( only o ne copy w ill b eprinted). Setting the Print Style After setting the pnnt style, select the images for pnnting.
  • Page 82 • The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - Index [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time. - Standard or Both [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information may vary between printers.
  • Page 83 Single Images • Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings.... select image to transfer press • Pressing the FU NC./SET button again deselects the setting. oYou can also select images in the All the Images on a Memory Card •...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    (Basic Guide p. 5). Batteries are not the right • Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 96). Baiie_charge isionand • Repiace t hecamera ba_e_es w ith the camera will not operate. 2 unused orfully charged batteries ("Change the batteries"...
  • Page 85 LCD monitor isset t oOff. • Press DISP. button and turn on the LCD monitor. (p.12) The image inthe LCD • This i sanormal occurrence monitor will d arken instrongdevices containing CCDs and d oes sunlight orbright light, not c onstitute amalfunction.
  • Page 86 A slow shutter speed has • Set the IS Mode to any setting likely been selected other than [Off] (p. 27). because of insufficient • Raise the ISO speed (p. 53). lighting. • Select a setting other than [] (flash off)(Basic Guide p. 12). •...
  • Page 87 • If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC • Slide the write protect tab upward memory card is write (p.
  • Page 88 The camera moves when • Confirm the procedures in the shutter button is "[] appears" (p. 84). pressed. AF-assist Beam is set to • In dark places where it is difficult for [Off]. the camera to focus the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when tumed off set it [On] to activate it(p.
  • Page 89 The subject is overexposed • Set the exposure compensation to a because the surroundings negative (-) setting (p. 49). are too dark. • Use the spot metering functions (p. 48). Too much light is shining • Change the shooting angle. directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject.
  • Page 90 Light is reflected back from OTum [On] the Red-Eye setting in the eyes when the flash is the Rec. menu (p. 28). For this used in dark areas, mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red- eye reduction lamp.
  • Page 91 oAIthough the recording time may The following types of memory cards are used. not display properly during shooting, the movie will be - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a recorded correctly on the memory different camera or a card.
  • Page 92 You attempted to play back • Computer images that cannot be images shot with another played back may play back if they camera or images edited are added to the camera using the with a computer, supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or lmageBrowser.
  • Page 93 Batteries are not the right • Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 96). Battery capacity drops due • If shooting in a cold location, warm to low ambient the batteries such as by placing...
  • Page 94 The camera and printer are • Securely connect the camera and not properly connected, printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not • Turn on the printer power. turned on. The print connection method • In the [] (Set up) menu, select is not correct.

  • Page 95: 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. Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved, or no more image settings, sound recorder files or sound memos can be recorded.
  • Page 96 Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. No images recorded on memory card. You attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328 pixets or with a large data size.
  • Page 97 Turn t he power off a nd then back o n, t hen shoot orplay b ack. Aproblem exists ifthe error code r eappears. Note t he number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help D esk. Ifanerror code d isplays directly after taking apicture, the shot may n ot h ave b een r ecorded.
  • Page 98 Replace the batteries immediately. • This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA- size NiMH batteries (sold separately). While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.
  • Page 99 • Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one's skin or other dirt, the number of recordabte images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used may be reduced.
  • Page 100 Protect Tab Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the card) Slide the switch up, Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible • Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
  • Page 101 • 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, peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
  • Page 102 IleL-_I J[_m;Ii [:a ;_.;,,,L_m ,_4i ; r:![1,.'1';1 r;i,:.i :-;,_.! _, _ p_I Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries. a power outlet power outlet Charge Indicator --...

  • Page 104: Using The Ac Adapter

    When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F).
  • Page 105 The camera supports use ofthe separately sold Wide C onverter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A and Close-up lens 2 50D (52mm). Inorder toattach these l enses, you also need t ouse the separately sold Conversion Lens A dapter LA-DC52G. IWide Converter WC-DC52 Use this converter for taking wide-angle shots.
  • Page 106 "Close-up lens 250D This lens makes taking macro shots easy. In the normal mode, close-up shots can be taken when the distance from the front of the lens to the subject is 17 to 25 cm (6.7 to 9.8 in.) at maximum telephoto.
  • Page 107 Aiign • mark On the conversion lens ......adapter with mark on the camera, turn adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the A mark on the camera. • To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button.
  • Page 108 Converter Settings Settings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 27) with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tete-converter DC52A or Close-up lens 250D attached.
  • Page 109 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. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation.
  • Page 110 • 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 111 Ifthe Date/Time menu appears when t he camera power isturned on, t he date b attery charge islow and the date and time s ettings have b een l ost. P lease purchase alithium c oin battery (CR1220) and replace itasfollows. Please note that t hefirst d ate battery may appear toexpire relatively quickly a fter y oupurchase the camera.
  • Page 112 Remove batte_ bY pulii"g it up in the ......direction indicated by the arrow. Replace battery holder close memory card slot/battery cover. When Date/Time menu appears, ..date time (Basic Guide p. 7). After purchasing the camera and tuming on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.

  • Page 113: Camera Body

    Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the I camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. 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.
  • Page 114 All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject change without notice. PowerShot A570 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
  • Page 115 Metering System Evaluative .1, C enter-weighted average Spot*2 "1 When AiAF is set to [Face Detect], brightness of t he f ace isalso evaluated *2Fixed to center Exposure +2 stops in 1/3-step increments Compensation ISO speed Auto*, High ISO Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/ (Standard Output...
  • Page 116 File Format : Design rule for camera file system DPOF compliant Data Type (Still images) Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) (Movies) : AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print").

  • Page 117: Playback Modes

    9images atonce.), Auto P lay, Sound memos (upto 1rain.) orMovie (slow motion play b ack possible). Direct Print PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B) AudioNideo output (NTSC or PAL selectable,...
  • Page 118 Power is Ieft off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is fumed back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • 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% +20%), continuous playback at 3 seconds per image.
  • Page 119 3072 x 1728 pixels • [_ Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. gl) 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.
  • Page 120 Movie D:Card included with the camera Recording Frame 16MB SDC- SDC- Pixels Rate 128M 512MSH 1 min. 4 min. 7sec. 4 sec. 9 sec. 640x480 2 min. 8 min. pixels 15 sec. 7 sec. 14 sec. Standard 3 min. 11 min. 22 sec.
  • Page 121 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Recording Pixels 3045 KB 1897 KB 902 KB 3072 x 2304 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB 2592 x 1944 pixels 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB 2048 x 1536 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB 1600 x 1200 pixels 249 KB...
  • Page 122 MultiMediaCard interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx.
  • Page 123 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4- 300) Rated Input 100 - 240 VAC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 565 mA .1, 1275 mA .2 Charging Time Approx. 4 hours 40 min. .1, Approx. 2 hours .2 Operating 0 - 35 °C (32 - 95 °F) Temperatures...
  • Page 124 Tele-converter TC-DC52A (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 1.75x Focal Length .4 245 mm (35mm film equivalent) Focusing Range .4 Approx. 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) - infinity (T) .2 Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread*3 Dimensions Diameter: 55.2 mm (2.17 in.) Length: 46.7 mm (1.84 in.) Weight...
  • Page 125 Index Numerics DPOF Print Order Print Style ......3:2 Guide ......... Selecting Images ....DPOF Transfer Order ....AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ..AF Frame ......13, 43 Erasing AF Lock ........All Images ......AF-assist Beam ....Single Images .... Basic Aperture Value ...
  • Page 126 Movie Playback ......Jump (Image Search) ....Shooting ......Mute ........My Colors ........ Landscape ..... Basic Language ......Basic 7 LCD Monitor Night Scene ....Basic Night Display ......Playback InformaUon .... Shooting Information .... Using the LCD Monitor ..Overexposure Warning ....
  • Page 127 Shooting Mode Auto ......Basic Creative Zone .... Basic Av ........M ........P ........Tv ........Functions Available .... Image Zone ....Basic Shutter Button ....Basic Fully ......Basic Halfway ....... Basic Shutter Speed .... 41, 42 Smooth Continuous Shooting ...
  • Page 128 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. 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...

  • Page 129: Trademark Acknowledgments

    Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchtorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perch orate/for deta s. Copyright © 2007 Canon Inc. AII rights reserved.

  • Page 130: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Set each function according to the shooting conditions and then shoot. Furmtion _ih [] SeN _ Tv Av L_r_ Medium1 Pixels (Still) Medium 3 [] ,4C) ,4C) ,4C)- (p.2o) Sr_,, []0 I'_1: ::_: Postcard Re_ordir_ Fixels (Movie) (p.
  • Page 131 Ser_t_. _i_ _ ficN r_ SefetyFE(p.50) Sefety MF (p. 4 71 EvalL_tive Metering Cente_ System W_hted [] (p. 48) spot WhiteBalar_e'_(p. My Colors (p. 52) <O ISOSgeed(p. 53) [i_O _ -7) -7) -7"000 A_oRot_teIp. f iSI [] O O" A ;0:0 O"...

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