Canon CDI-E154-010 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuideCamera User GuidePlease read the Read This First section (p. 6).Please also read the Software Starter Guide and the Dir

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

98Rotating Images in the DisplayImages can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.• Movies cannot be rotated.• When images are downloaded to

99PlaybackAttaching Sound Memos to ImagesIn playback mode (including single image playback, index playback, and magnifying playback), you can attach s

100Playing/Erasing Sound Memos1Display an image with a sound memo attached (p. 99) and press the SET button.• Images with sound memos attached have th

101Playback• You cannot attach sound memos to movies.• The “Memory card full” message will display when the SD card is full and you will be unable to

102Auto PlayUse this feature to automatically playback all of the images in the SD card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 secon

103PlaybackProtecting ImagesYou can protect important images from accidental erasure.To Cancel ProtectionAfter step 1, select an image to remove prote

104ErasingErasing Single Images• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.• Protected image

105ErasingErasing All ImagesYou can erase all the images saved on the SD card.• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate

106Print SettingsImages shot with this camera can be printed using one of the following methods.-Connecting the camera to a direct print compatible pr

107Print Settings This guide explains DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide supplied w

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

108Setting the DPOF Print SettingsYou can select images on an SD card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera.

109Print Settings3Select images for printing.As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings

110All the Images on an SD Card1In the (Play) menu, select and press the SET button.See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 45).2Use the , , or

111Print Settings• The symbol will display on images that have had print settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. These settings will be overwr

112Setting the Print StyleSet the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. Print Type Standard

113Print Settings• When the print type is set to [Index], only one or the other of the [Date] and [File No.] options can be set to [On] at the same ti

114Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to t

115Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)3Use the or button to move between images and the SET button to select and deselect them.• A c

116All the Images on an SD Card1In the (Play) menu, select and press the SET button.See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 45).2Use the or butto

117Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)• Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.• A maximum of 998 im

10• Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-3L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire o

118Connecting the Camera to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Please read Computer

119Connecting the Camera to a ComputerConnecting the Camera to a ComputerComputer System RequirementsPlease install and use the software on a computer

120The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your computer before installing the driver and software. If this happens, please refer t

121Connecting the Camera to a ComputerIf the event dialog fails to appear, click the [Start] menu, and select [Programs] or [All Programs], followed b

122The following window will display. • Using the software and computer to download images:See the Software Starter Guide.• Using the Camera to Down

123Connecting the Camera to a ComputerDownloading Images by Direct TransferUse this method to download images using camera operations. Install the sup

124Select & Transfer/Wallpaper Only JPEG format images can be downloaded as wallpaper for the computer. They are automatically converted to the B

125Connecting the Camera to a ComputerConnecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing SoftwareIf you are using Windows XP

126Viewing Images on a TV setViewing Images on a TV setYou can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is

127Viewing Images on a TV set• A TV set cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode.• No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to

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

128Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sou

129Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)• If you select (Theme) in Step 2, you can select a consistent theme for each of the My Camera setting

130Registering My Camera SettingsImages recorded onto the SD card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu ite

131Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)• The following cannot be registered as My Camera Settings.-Movies- Sounds recorded with the sound memo

132File Format of My Camera SettingsMy Camera settings should conform to the file formats below. However, SD card images shot with this camera can be

133Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

134List of MessagesList of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print

135List of MessagesRAW You attempted to play back an image recorded in the RAW format.Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image that was

136TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionCamera will not operatePower is not turned on• Press the ON/OFF button for a moment.SD card slot/battery cover

137TroubleshootingCannot play backFile name was changed with a computer or file location was changed• Set the file name or location on the file format

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

138Image is blurred or out of focusSubject is out of focal range• Ensure there is at least 10 cm (3.9in.) between the camera lens and subject.• Use th

139TroubleshootingWhite dots appear on the imageLight from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. • This is a phenomenon th

140AppendixCamera Care and MaintenanceUse the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens and LCD monitor.Never use thinners, benzene, synthet

141AppendixSpecificationsAll data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot SD20 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL I

142Shooting Modes Auto, Manual*, Macro, Portrait, Landscape, Night snapshot, Indoor, Underwater, Stitch assist**, Movie * Long shutter mode available*

143Appendix*1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digit

144Battery Performance• The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.• Movie data is excluded.• At low temperatures,

145AppendixSD Cards and Estimated Capacities: With card included with the camera• The maximum movie clip length is approximately : 30 sec., : 3 min.

146Image File Sizes (Estimated)ResolutionCompression (2592 x 1944) 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB (2048 x 1536)1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB (1600 x 1200)1002 KB 558

147AppendixSD Memory Card Battery Pack NB-3LBattery Charger CB-2LU/CB-2LUEInterfaceCompatible with SD memory card standardsDimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.

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

148Photo Tips and InformationTip for Using the Self-timer (p.68)Normally the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting the sel

149AppendixISO Speed (p.87)The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the

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151IndexAAF Frame ... 43AF-assist Beam... 44AiAF...

152Mode switch ... 34Movie... 70Editing... 96Playback.

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14Back View LCD Monitor (p. 35)Tripod SocketSD Card Slot/Battery Cover (pp. 20, 22)DIGITAL Terminal (p. 120)A/V OUT (Audio/Visual OUT) Terminal (p. 12

158Trademark Acknowledgments • Canon, PowerShot, PIXMA and SELPHY are trademarks of Canon Inc.• Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Appl

159Canadian Radio Interference RegulationsThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Réglementation canadienne sur les interférenc

160Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings se

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

15Components GuideOperation Panel ON/OFF Button (p. 32)Shutter Button (p. 43) ButtonShooting: Telephoto (p. 42)Playback: Magnify (p. 92) Button (Flash

16IndicatorThe indicator lights or blinks when the ON/OFF button or shutter button is pressed.Green: Ready to shoot/LCD monitor Off/Computer connectio

17Preparing the CameraPreparing the CameraCharging the Battery PackUse the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the

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

18To protect the battery pack and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.• Since this is a lithium ion battery pack,

19Preparing the CameraBattery Pack Handling PrecautionszKeep the battery pack terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor contact

20Installing the Battery PackInstall Battery Pack NB-3L (supplied).Please charge the battery pack (p. 17) before you use it for the first time.1Slide

21Preparing the Camera• Please watch the loading slot area carefully as you insert and remove the battery pack. • Do not turn off the power or open th

22Installing the SD CardWrite Protect TabThe SD card has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existin

23Preparing the CameraTo remove the SD cardPush in the SD card until you hear it click, then release it.• Please watch the loading slot area carefully

24Formatting SD CardsYou should always format a new SD card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.Please note that formatting

25Preparing the Camera• When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted SD card might be the cause. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem.• Wh

26SD Card Handling PrecautionszSD cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vib

27Preparing the CameraSetting the Date and TimeThe Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in re

1Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when ope

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

29Preparing the CameraUsing the ClockYou can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following methods. This is convenien

30Setting the LanguageUse this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display.1Press the ON/OFF button until the indicator blinks green.2P

31Preparing the CameraThe Language menu can also be displayed in playback mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button. This funct

32Basic FunctionsTurning the Power OnTo turn the power offPress the ON/OFF button again.• If the “Card locked!” message appears right after the power

33Basic FunctionsPower Saving FunctionThis camera is equipped with a power saving function.When this function is turned on and it activates, restore p

34Switching Between Shooting/PlaybackThe mode switch is used to select Shooting and Playback functions. • When a printer is properly connected, the ,

35Basic FunctionsUsing the LCD MonitorThe LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menus settings and play back recorded image

36How to Change the Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor1Press the ON/OFF button until the indicator blinks green.2Press the MENU button.The (Re

37Basic Functions• The LCD monitor settings are saved by the camera when the power is turned off so that the same settings are automatically available

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

38* Appears even if [Shooting Info] is set to [Off].Exposure Compensation (p. 79)Long Shutter Mode (p. 80)White Balance (p. 82)ISO Speed (p. 87)Photo

39Basic FunctionsRight after a shot is taken, the image and its information appears in the LCD monitor for 2 seconds (or for the number of seconds sel

40Replay Information–Standard (Playback Mode)Protection Status (p. 103)Compression (Still Images) (p. 58)Resolution (Still Images) (p. 58)Movie (p. 94

41Basic FunctionsThe following information may also be displayed with some images.Please note that image information recorded by this camera may not d

42.Using the Digital ZoomWhen using the digital zoom, images can be zoomed to approximately 1.3x, 1.6x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.1x, 4.1x, 5.1x or 6.5x.• Shoot w

43Basic FunctionsPressing the Shutter ButtonThe shutter button features a two-stage action. You can also shoot images with a single press of the shutt

44Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.AF-assist Beam• The AF-assist Beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway

45Basic FunctionsSelecting Menus and SettingsMenus are used to adjust shooting and playback settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/T

46Selecting Menu Settings with the MENU Button1Slide the mode switch to (Shooting), (Movie) or (Playback).() Resolution (Movie) (p. 58)FUNC. Menu(

47Basic FunctionsSee Setting the DPOF Print Settings for the procedures for the (Print Order) item in the Play menu.2Press the MENU button.In Shooti

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

48Rec. MenuPlay MenuSet up Menu(The menu will appear slightly different depending on the Shooting mode)Shooting Mode Playback ModeMy Camera MenuShooti

49Basic FunctionsMenu Settings and Factory DefaultsThis chart shows the options and default settings for each menu.* Default setting Rec. MenuMenu It

50Play MenuMenu Item OptionsReference Page Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 103 RotateRotates images clockwise 90° or 270° in the d

51Basic Functions Operation Vol.Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that beeps when any button other than the shutter button is pressed.– Selfti

52 Clock DisplaySets the length of time for which the clock displays.• 0 – 5* – 10 sec. • 20 sec. • 30 sec. • 1 min. • 2 min. • 3 min.p. 29 Forma

53Basic FunctionsYou can select the theme, start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operation sound and self-timer sound used on this camera.These are

54Resetting Settings to Their Default ValuesYou can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation.• Settings cannot be r

55ShootingShootingShooting in Auto ModeIn this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else.1Slide the m

56• See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160).• With the Review function, you can change the length of time images show on the LCD monito

57Shooting2Use the or button to select the review setting and press the MENU button.• With the [Off] option, the image will not automatically displ

4 Macro ... 62 Portrait ...

58Changing Resolution/Compression Settings You can change the compression (excluding movies) and resolution settings to suit the purpose of the image

59Shooting•See Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 146).•See SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 145).1In the FUNC. menu, select * and then use the MEN

60Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below.  Setting availableU Can be selected for the first image only.Auto The flash fi

61Shooting• When you use flash photography at higher ISO speeds, the chances of white streaks appearing in the image increase the closer you approach

62Selecting a Shooting ModeYou can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. AutoLeaves almost all of the settings

63ShootingIn , and modes, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image. •See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160).• Resul

64Shooting Close-UpsYou can shoot with the lens very close to the subject (Macro function). Subjects can be focused in the range of 3 to 10 cm (1.2 to

65ShootingContinuous ShootingIn this mode, the camera shoots continuously at approximately 0.9 images per second* (Large/Fine) while the shutter butto

66Postcard Date Imprint ModeYou can shoot images with optimal resolution and compression for postcard size printing.• When printing standard image dat

67Shooting• The icon appears in the LCD monitor when the date stamp setting (see below) is set to Date or Date & Time.• For printing instruction

5Print SettingsAbout Printing ... 106Setting the DPOF Print Settings ..

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

69ShootingChanging the Self-timer Countdown Time• The self-timer sound can be changed with the Selftimer Sound item in the (My Camera) menu (p. 53).

70Shooting a MovieThe resolution can be set to either (640 x 480), (320 x 240) or (160 x 120) (p. 58).1Slide the mode switch to (Movie).The ma

71Shooting• The recording time may not display properly during shooting or filming may stop unexpectedly with the following types of SD cards.- Slow r

72Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one pan

73Shooting• To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it.ShootingImages can be shot in two

74• A custom white balance setting cannot be set in Stitch Assist mode. To use a custom white balance setting, set it before selecting in the Rec. m

75ShootingSwitching between Focusing ModesAlthough the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting (9 AF frames), you can set it to the center AF

76Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock)It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Use the focus lock in these situations.

77Shooting4Press the shutter button halfway and wait until two beeps sound.The focal distance to the object is locked.5Re-aim the camera to compose th

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

78Switching between Light Metering ModesYou can switch between metering modes to shoot. EvaluativeAppropriate for standard shooting conditions, inclu

79ShootingAdjusting the Exposure CompensationAdjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot

80Shooting in Long Shutter ModeYou can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter.1In the (Rec.) menu, select .Se

81ShootingTo Cancel the Long Shutter modeWhile [Long Shutter] is displayed in the FUNC. menu, press the MENUbutton.The nature of CCD image sensors is

82Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately.Combina

83ShootingThis setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or (B/W) photo effects are selected.3Press the SET/FUNC. button.The display will return t

84Setting a Custom White BalanceYou can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera eval

85Shooting• You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±0) before setting a custom white balance

86Changing the Photo EffectBy setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. Effect Off Records

87ShootingAdjusting the ISO SpeedRaise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, turn the flash off when shooting in a dark a

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

88Setting the Auto Rotate FunctionYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with th

89ShootingResetting the File NumberThe images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. Se

90About File Numbers and Folder NumbersImages are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (Fo

91PlaybackPlaybackDisplaying Images Individually1Slide the mode switch to (Playback).The last recorded image will appear in the display (single image

92Magnifying ImagesTo Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the MENU button to return to the normal display.Movie frames and index playback images cannot

93PlaybackViewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)To Return to Single Image PlaybackHold down the SET button.1Hold down the SET button.Nine ima

94Viewing MoviesYou can play movie clips shot in mode.Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Use the or button to select a movie.Ima

95PlaybackPausing and Resuming PlayOperating the Movie Control Panel• You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing back a movie on

96Editing MoviesSelecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwanted portions at the start or end of a movie clip.Protected movie

97Playback• The minimum duration of a movie that can be edited is 1 second.• It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the batte