Canon DIGITAL IXUS 400 User's Guide Page 1

Camera User GuideENGLISHCDI-E081• Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide forinformation on instal

8Read This First Warnings• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense lightsources that could injure your eyesight.• Do not trigg

98PrintingAbout PrintingThis camera supports direct printing. By connecting the camera to anoptional direct print compatible printer (CP series, sold

Printing99Setting Print Settings for Direct Printing • Setting the Number of Print Copies (p. 107)▼• Setting the Print Style (p. 107)- Standard/Multip

100PrintingPrint Menu SettingsUse the Print menu to set print related settings. The following diagramsillustrate how to use the Print menu.DPOF Print

Printing101Turn the menu On / Off.Selects items and settings.Sets items and settings. Print Type (p. 114) Date (p. 114) File No. (p. 114) Order

102PrintingConnecting a PrinterYou can make clear prints swiftly and easily when you connect thecamera to a direct print function compatible printer (

Printing103• Attach the direct interface cable to theprinter.• Open the camera’s terminal cover andinsert the cable’s connector into thecamera’s DIGIT

104Printing•Turn the Bubble Jet printer’s power onafter you have connected the powercord to the Bubble Jet printer andinserted the other end in a powe

Printing105PrintingThe following illustrations show examples from a direct print compatibleprinter (CP series). Options for the Style category will di

106Printing• Canceling PrintingPress the button to stop printing. A confirmationmessage will display. Use the or button to select [OK]and press th

Printing107Standard Prints one image per page.ImageMultiple*Prints eight copies of the same imageon one page.BordersBorderless Prints right to the edg

Read This First9• Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or becomeimmersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter th

108Printing• Use the or button to select [Style].• Use the or button to select ,, , or and the or buttonto select an option. (Image Set

Printing109•Press the button to finish theprocedure.• Practically all of the image area isprinted on bordered prints.•With borderless or multiple pr

110PrintingChanging the Size of the Trimming Frame•Press the zoom lever toward or .• The trimming frame can be resized toapproximately half the ima

Printing111Setting the DPOF Print SettingsYou can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the numberof print copies in advance using the c

112PrintingSingle Images• As shown below, selection methods differ according to the optionschosen for the (Print Type) settings (p. 107). (Standard)

Printing113All the Images on a CF Card• Switch to index replay (3 images).• Use the or button to select[Mark all].• Selecting [Mark all] selects al

114PrintingSetting the Print StyleSet the print style after selecting the image to print.The following print settings can be selected.• See Print Menu

Printing115• Use the or button to select , or , and the or button toselect an option. (Print Type)• Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both]. (

116PrintingResetting the Print SettingsThe print settings can all be removed at once. The print type resets toStandard and the Date and File No. optio

Printing117Printing with DPOF Print SettingsThe DPOF print settings can be used to print on a direct print functioncompatible printer (CP series) or a

10Read This First•Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that coulddamage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury.• Do

118Printing•To include the date in the prints, set the Date setting in the Set up menuin Step 1 above to [On]. You cannot set the date to print with t

119In the (Play) menu,select .Image Transmission Settings(DPOF Transfer Order)You can use the camera to specify settings for images that you wish t

120Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)• Use the or button to move to animage and the or button toselect or deselect it. A checkma

121Shooting / Replaying with a TVYou can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot orreplay images when it is connected to the camera wi

122Downloading Images to a ComputerDownload images taken with the camera to a computer in one of thefollowing ways:• Connect the camera to a computer

Downloading Images to a Computer123USB PortUSB CableSlip a fingernail under the upper edge ofthe terminal cover to open it.Insert the connector until

124Downloading Images to a ComputerDownloading Images without Installing the Software(Windows XP and Mac OS X (v10.1/10.2) only)If you are using the W

Downloading Images to a Computer125Downloading Directly from a CF CardImages can be loaded directly from a CF card if you have a slot-equippednotebook

126Lists of Menu Options and MessagesThe following charts list the various menu contents. See Selecting Menusand Settings (p. 38) to learn how to sele

List of Menu Options and Messages127Item/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePageSets the relative compression ratio used for images.• Superfine• F

Read This First11• Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. Inaddition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking s

128List of Menu Options and MessagesItem/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePage* Default settingSets whether or not the optical zoom is supplemented by digit

List of Menu Options and Messages129Play MenuItem/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePageProtectRotateErase allSlide ShowProtects images from accidental erasu

130List of Menu Options and MessagesItem/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePagePrint OrderTransfer OrderSelects images and the number of print copies for out

List of Menu Options and Messages131Item/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePageSets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of

132List of Menu Options and MessagesItem/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePageStart-up Vol.Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera power is

List of Menu Options and Messages133My Camera MenuYou can select the start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operationsound and selftimer sound used

134List of Menu Options and MessagesItem/Menu ScreenOptionsReferencePageStart-up ImageSets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on.•

List of Menu Options and Messages135Sounds in the (My Camera) Menu(Start-up, shutter, operation, self-timer)● (Beep)- (Off)● ( )● (

136List of Menu Options and MessagesResetting Settings to Their Default ValuesYou can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings inone

List of Menu Options and Messages137List of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor whileshooting or replaying.Busy... Image is b

12Charge the Battery Pack (p. 18).Place the battery pack in the batterycharger and plug the charger into apower outlet. The charge indicator lightsred

138List of Menu Options and MessagesCorrupted Data You attempted to replay an image withcorrupted data.RAW You attempted to replay an imagerecorded in

List of Menu Options and Messages139List of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print FunctionCompatible Printer (CP series) is ConnectedThe following m

140List of Menu Options and MessagesList of Messages Displayed while a Direct Print FunctionCompatible Bubble Jet Printer is ConnectedThe following me

141AppendicesUsing an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK500 (soldseparately) when you are using it

142AppendicesUsing a Car Battery Charger (Optional)Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 (sold separately) can be used to chargebattery packs from an automobile

Appendices143Camera Care and MaintenanceUse the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens,viewfinder and LCD monitor.Never use thinners, ben

144Appendices•Press the ON/OFF button for a moment.• Confirm that the battery cover and CF card slot cover are securely closed.• Insert a fully charge

Appendices145• First close the battery cover or CF card slot cover and then turn the power off.• First close the battery cover or CF card slot cover a

146AppendicesProblem Cause Solution• Set the AF-assist Beam to on (p. 128). • Ensure there is at least 46 cm (1.5 ft.) between the camera lens and s

Appendices147Problem Cause SolutionA red band appears on the LCD monitorWhite dots appear on the imageFlash does not fireImage not showing on TV monit

Quick Start Section13Focus (p. 35).Aim the camera and lightly press(halfway) the shutter button. Two beepswill sound when the autofocus is set.Shoot (

148SpecificationsAll data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods.Subject to change without notice.PowerShot S400 DIGITAL ELPH / DIGITAL IXUS 400

Specifications149Flash Shooting Range: Normal mode: 46 cm - 3.5 m (1.5-11.5 ft.) (W)46 cm - 2.0 m (1.5- 6.6 ft.) (T)Macro Mode: 30- 46 cm (11.8 in.-1.

150SpecificationsInterface: USB (mini-B, PTP [Picture Transfer Protocol]),Audio / Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,Monaural audio)Power Source: Re

Specifications151FC-16M FC-32M FC-64M FC-128M FC-256MH7143061 123 (2272 x 1704 pixels) 13 27 54 110 22226 54 110 220 44314 30 61 122 246 (1600 x 120

152SpecificationsCompactFlash™ CardCard Slot Type: Type IDimensions: 36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.)Weight: Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.)Battery P

Specifications153Car Battery Charger CBC-NB1 (Optional)Rated Input: DC 12-24 V, 4.3 WRated Output: 4.2 V DC, 0.55 ACharging Time: Approx. 130 minutes*

154IndexAAC Adapter Kit (ACK500) 141AE Lock 66AF Frame 32, 68AF-assist Beam 36AF Lock 64AiAF 34Autofocus 34, 68Autofocus Lock 64Auto M

Index155LLanguage 25LCD MonitorInformation Displayed 31Using the LCD Monitor 29MMacro Mode 55Magnifying 81Manual Mode 49MenuPlay 129Rec.

156Disclaimer• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in thisguide is accurate and complete, no liability can be ac

157FCC Notice(Digital Camera, Model PC1038)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions;(1)

14Components GuideFront View●Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 34)●AF-assist Beam (p. 36)●Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 53)●Self - timer Lamp (p. 58)●Microph

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160Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shootingconditions. The settings sel

161p. 68p. 36p. 56p. 70p. 69p. 69p. 69p. 71p. 73p. 76p. 77p. 78Reference PageAutofocus ModesAF-assist Beam Digital ZoomExposure Compensation Long Shu

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Components Guide15Back View●Viewfinder (p. 34)●Lock for the CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)●Battery Cover (p. 20)●DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 141)●CF Car

16Components GuideOperation Panel●Indicators (p. 17)●Power LampLights when the power is on or transmission preparationsare complete when connected to

Components Guide17IndicatorsThe indicators light or blink when the ON / OFF Button or shutterbutton is pressed.Upper IndicatorGreen: Ready to shootBli

This GuideShooting with the CameraSoftware Starter GuideInstalling the SoftwareThis GuideConnecting the Camera to a ComputerSoftware Starter GuideDown

18Preparing the CameraCharging the Battery PackUse the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time youuse the camera or when the “C

Preparing the Camera19Handling Precautions•Keep the battery pack terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirtyterminals may cause poor contact between the

20Preparing the CameraBattery LockInstalling the Battery PackInstall Battery Pack NB-1LH (supplied) as shown below. Battery PackNB-1L (optional) can a

Preparing the Camera21Battery Pack ChargeThe following icons and messages will display when the battery packcharge is low.Battery pack charge is low.

22Preparing the Camera21Installing a CF CardTurn the camera power off and insert the CF card with the followingprocedures.• Slide the lock up and open

Preparing the Camera23Handling Precautions for CF Cards•CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them,apply force to them, or subje

24Preparing the Camera• Use the or button to select a field(year, month, day, hour, minute anddate format), and the or buttonto change its valu

Preparing the Camera25Setting the LanguageThe language in which menus and messages are displayed can beselected with this function.•Press the ON/OFF b

26Basic FunctionsTurning the Power On / Off•Press the ON/OFF Button until thegreen power lamp lights.- The lens extends outward when themode switch is

27Basic Functions•Turning Off the Start-Up Sound and Start-Up ImageHold the button down while turning on the power.• Auto Power Down FunctionThis cam

1Camera Body TemperatureIf your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body maybecome warm. Please be aware of this and take care when opera

28Basic FunctionsSwitching between Shooting / Replay•To Shoot Still Images (Shooting Mode)Slide the mode switch to .•To Replay Images (Replay Mode)Sl

29Basic FunctionsUsing the LCD MonitorThe LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting,adjust settings menus and replay images.The image i

30Basic FunctionsReplay Mode ( on the mode switch)• The LCD monitor will turn on when themode switch is set to the position.• In replay mode, press

31Basic FunctionsInformation Displayed on the LCD MonitorShooting ModeWhen a shooting setting is changed, information about the settingsdisplays on th

32Basic FunctionsInformation DisplayedRecordable Imagesor RecordableMovie Time (sec.)In movie mode, only theresolution shows (notcompression).p. 49p.

33Basic FunctionsReplay Mode (Detailed Display)In detailed display mode, the followingsupplementary information is displayed.The following information

34Basic Functions• About the Autofocus FunctionThis camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus)technology which uses a broad metering fiel

35Basic FunctionsPressing the Shutter ButtonThe shutter button features a two -stage action.Pressing HalfwayPressing halfway automatically sets the ex

36Basic FunctionsPressing FullyPressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causesone shutter sound to sound.While the image is be

37Basic FunctionsUsing the ZoomThe zoom can be adjusted from 36 mm to 108 mm in 35 mm filmequivalent terms.Telephoto/ Wide Angle•Press the zoom lever

2Conventions Used in the TextIcons on the right end of title bars show the applicable operatingmodes. As in the example below, the mode dial should be

38Basic FunctionsSelecting Menus and SettingsMenus are used to adjust shooting and replay settings, as well as othercamera settings like the Date/Time

39Basic FunctionsSelecting Menu Settings with the MENU ButtonPress the button.A menu will display.Use the or buttons to select the Rec./Play, Se

40Basic FunctionsPlay MenuRec. MenuSelectinga ModeSelectinga MenuSwitching between the Rec.,Play, Set up and My Camera MenusThe menu will appear sligh

41Basic FunctionsSet up Menu My Camera MenuSettingOptionsCompletingthe ProcedureCompletingthe Procedure* You can switch between menus at any timesimpl

42Basic FunctionsMenu Settings and Factory DefaultsThis chart shows the options and default settings for each menu.Items Set with the ButtonItems Se

43Basic Functionsp. 94p. 87p. 88p. 96p. 90p. 111p. 119p. 130p. 130p. 27p. 23p. 97p. 131p. 131p. 132p. 132p. 132p. 79p. 78p. 25p. 121Tur ns image prote

44Basic Functions* Default setting. Default video system setting varies between regions.• Some menu items are not available in certain shooting modes.

45Customizing the Camera(My Camera Settings)My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up,shutter, operation and self-timer sounds

46Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)Registering My Camera SettingsImages recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded sounds can beadded as M

47Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)Start-up Image• Use the or button to select theimage you wish to register.Start-up, Operation, Self-t

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

48Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)File Format of My Camera SettingsMy Camera settings should conform to the below file formats.However, CF

49Selecting a Shooting ModeThe camera features the following shooting modes.AutoMost settings are automatically selected bythe camera.ManualThe exposu

50ShootingReviewing an Image Right after ShootingRight after a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for 2seconds even if you release th

Shooting51 - Print A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) or larger prints- Print Letter size* 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) or larger prints- Print pos

52Shooting• Use the or button to select *or *.*The current setting is displayed.• Use the or buttons to select acompression or resolution opti

Shooting53Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the light level.Red-EyeThe red-eye reduction lamp fires with each shot,Reductionautomatica

54Shooting•When you use flash photography at higher ISO speeds, thechances of white streaks appearing in the image increasethe closer you approach to

Shooting55• Display or . / Shooting Close-Ups / Infinity ShotsMacroUse this mode to record subjects in the range of 5 to 46 cm(2 in. to 1.5 ft.) f

56ShootingUsing the Digital ZoomWhen the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to approximately4.3, 5.3, 6.7, 8.2 and 11 times with the combined opt

Shooting57 Continuous ShootingIn this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button isheld down. Recording ceases when the shutter but

4Table of ContentsCustomizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)Changing My Camera Settings ... 45Registering My Ca

58Shooting Using the Self-timer• Display or .• When the shutter button is pressed, theself-timer will activate and the self-timerlamp will blink.Ch

Shooting59Shooting in Stitch Assist ModeStitch Assist mode can be used to shoot overlapping images that canlater be merged (stitched) to create one pa

60Shooting• Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items.These items may appear warped or doubled up in the merged image.• Ma

Shooting61• Compose the second image so that itoverlaps a portion of the first and shoot.• Use the or button to check orretake the recorded images.

62Shooting Shooting a MovieSelect the (320 x 240, default) resolution or (160 x 120)resolution (p. 51).•Press the shutter button fully to startrec

Shooting63•You are recommended to use a CF card that has beenformatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 97). The cardsupplied with the camera may be

64ShootingLocking the Focus (AF Lock)It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Use thefocus lock in these situations.• Subjects

Shooting65• Re-aim the camera to compose the shotas desired and press the shutter buttonall the way.• Release the focus lock by pressing the / butto

66ShootingLocking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective whenthe contrast is too strong betwee

Shooting67Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings arecorrectly set for a particular

Table of Contents5Rotating Images in the Display ... 87Attaching Sound Memos to Images ...

68Shooting• See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38).• Use the or button to select [On] or[Off].•A shot can be taken immediately after.• The displa

Shooting69 Switching between Light Metering ModesYou can switch between metering modes to shoot.Appropriate for standard shooting conditions,including

70ShootingAdjusting the Exposure CompensationAdjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subjecttoo dark when it is backlit or shot a

Shooting71Shooting in Long Shutter ModeYou can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjectsappear brighter.• See Selecting Menus and

72ShootingThe nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in therecorded image increases at long shutter speeds. This camera,however, applies speci

Shooting73Setting the White BalanceWhen the white balance mode is set to match the light source, thecamera reproduces colors more accurately.Auto The

74Shooting Setting a Custom White BalanceYou can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting forthe shooting conditions by having the cam

Shooting75•You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±0) beforesetting a custom white balance. Th

76ShootingChanging the Photo EffectYou can shoot with different photo effects.• Use the or button to select *.* The current setting is displayed.•

Shooting77Adjusting the ISO SpeedRaise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce camera shake or turn theflash off when shooting in a dark area, or use a

6Table of ContentsAppendicesUsing an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) ... 141Using a Car Battery Charger (Optional) ...

78ShootingSetting the Auto Rotate FunctionYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor thatdetects the orientation of an image shot

Shooting79Resetting the File NumberYou can select the way file numbers are assigned.• See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38).• Use the or button

80Displaying Images Individually•Turn the mode switch to the position.• The last recorded image will appear inthe display (single image replay).• Use

Replaying81 Magnifying Images• Images can be magnified up toapproximately 10 times.• Use the / / / buttons tomove around the image.• Hold the

82Replaying Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Replay)• Up to nine images can be viewed atonce in index replay.• Use the / / / buttons tocha

Replaying83Viewing MoviesMovie clips can be replayed with the following procedures.Movies cannot be played in the index replay mode.• Use the or b

84ReplayingFast Forwarding / Rewinding•Use the or button to select one ofthe following. Return to Single Image View Play First Frame Previous Fram

Replaying85Editing MoviesSelecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cutunwant portions at the start or end of a movie clip.Protected

86Replaying• Use the or button to select [NewFile] or [Overwrite].-[New File] saves the edited movieunder a new file name. The pre-editdata is lef

Replaying87In the (Play) menu,select .Rotating Images in the DisplayImages can be rotated clockwise 90 º or 270 º in the display.0º(Original) 90º 2

7Please ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommendthat you shoot several trial images to confirm that the came

88ReplayingAttaching Sound Memos to ImagesIn replay mode (including single replay, index replay, and magnifyingreplay), you can attach sound memos (up

Replaying89• Playing/Erasing Sound Memos• Images with sound memos attachedhave a symbol displayed on them inthe LCD monitor.• The sound memo control

90Replaying• See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38).• The Slide Show menu will display.• Use the or button to select[Program] and the or butto

Replaying91Pausing / Resuming a Slide Show•Press the button to pause the slideshow. Press the button again torestart it.Fast Forwarding/Rewinding a

92Replaying•A white checkmark will appear beside ashow already containing images.• Use the or button to movebetween images and the or button to se

Replaying93Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat SettingsYou can change the play time for all the images in a show and have theshow repeat continuously.P

94ReplayingProtecting ImagesYou can protect important images from accidental erasure.• See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38).• Use the or button

95Erasing Erasing Single Images• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered.Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.• Protected images

96ErasingErasing All Images• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered.Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.• Protected images can

Erasing97Formatting CF CardsNew CF cards must be formatted with the following proceduresbefore use.Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF car