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ENGLISH
Camera User Guide
Please read the Read This First section (p. 6).
Please also read the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk
and the Direct Print User Guide.

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide Please read the Read This First section (p. 6). Please also read the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk and the Direct Print User Guide.

  • Page 2: Shooting With The Camera

    Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance optimally 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 3: About The Lcd Monitor

    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 4 About This Guide Conventions Used in the Text Icons appearing beside or below titles indicate the modes in which the procedure can be used. In the example below, the procedure can be used in the following mode. When the mode switch is set to (Shooting) Postcard Date Imprint Mode Shooting Mode...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety Precautions ................7 Preventing Malfunctions ..............12 Components Guide Components Guide................13 DIGITAL IXUS 40 ................13 DIGITAL IXUS 30 ................16 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack ..............21 Installing the Battery Pack..............24 Installing the SD Card ............... 26 Formatting SD Cards..............
  • Page 6 Manual ..................66 Portrait ..................66 Digital Macro ................. 66 Night Snapshot................66 Kids&Pets..................67 Indoor.................... 67 Underwater..................67 Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots........Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro) ........70 Using the Digital Zoom ..............72 Continuous Shooting..............73 Postcard Date Imprint Mode.............. 74 Using the Self-timer ..............
  • Page 7 Erasing Erasing Single Images ............... 119 Erasing All Images ................120 Print Settings About Printing ................. 122 Setting the DPOF Print Settings ............124 Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) Selecting Images for Transferring ........... 130 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Connecting the Camera to a Computer..........

  • Page 8: Read This First

    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. Please be advised...

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
  • Page 10 There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes.
  • Page 11 • 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 or electrical shock. • Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock.
  • Page 12 • Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-4L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire or electrical shock. • Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging and when they are not in use to avoid fire and other hazards.
  • Page 13 Cautions • Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries.

  • Page 14: 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 Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces.

  • Page 15: Components Guide

    Components Guide DIGITAL IXUS 40 Front View AF-assist Beam (p. 48) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 65) Self-timer Lamp (p. 76) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Terminal Cover Flash (p. 64) Lens Microphone (p. 112) Wrist Strap Mount DIGITAL Terminal (p. 134) A/V OUT (Audio/Video OUT) Terminal (p.

  • Page 16: Back View

    Back View LCD Monitor (p. 39) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Speaker Tripod Socket Battery Compartment (SD card/battery compartment) SD Card Slot/ Battery Cover (pp. 24, 26) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 154)

  • Page 17: Operation Panel

    Operation Panel Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer Zoom Lever Shooting: ON/OFF Button (p. 36) (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) (p. 46) Playback: Indicators (p. 19) (Index) (p. 105)/ (Magnify) (p. 104) Shutter Button (p.

  • Page 18: Digital Ixus 30

    DIGITAL IXUS 30 Front View AF-assist Beam (p. 48) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 65) Self-timer Lamp (p. 76) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Terminal Cover Flash (p. 64) Lens Microphone (p. 112) Wrist Strap Mount DIGITAL Terminal (p. 134) A/V OUT (Audio/Video OUT) Terminal (p. 140) The interface cable and AV cable cannot be connected simultaneously.
  • Page 19 Back View LCD Monitor (p. 39) Viewfinder Window (p. 45) Speaker Tripod Socket Battery Compartment (SD card/battery compartment) SD Card Slot/ Battery Cover (pp. 24, 26) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 154)
  • Page 20 Operation Panel Power Lamp Lights when the power is on or transmission preparations are complete when connected to a computer Zoom Lever Shooting: ON/OFF Button (p. 36) (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) (p. 46) Playback: Indicators (p. 19) (Index) (p. 105)/ (Magnify) (p. 104) Shutter Button (p.

  • Page 21: Holding The Camera

    DIGITAL IXUS 40 DIGITAL IXUS 30 Holding the Camera Images become blurred if the camera moves when the shutter button is pressed. Hold the camera as shown below to avoid camera movement when shooting. Hold the camera firmly with both hands and let your elbows rest at your sides.
  • Page 22 • Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (supplied with the camera) • Downloading images (Windows only): See p.132 of this guide and the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk (supplied with the camera) The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection.

  • Page 23: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the camera or when the “Change the battery pack” message displays. Symbol Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Align the on the battery pack and battery charger and insert it correctly.
  • Page 24 • It takes approximately 90 minutes to fully charge the battery pack from a fully discharged state (based on Canon’s testing standards). Charging it within a temperature range of 5° to 40 °C (41° to 104 °F) is recommended.
  • Page 25 Do not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch the terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the battery pack or store it during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover (Fig.

  • Page 26: Installing The Battery Pack

    Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack NB-4L (supplied). Please recharge the battery pack (p. 21) before you use it for the first time. Slide the SD card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrows. Press the battery lock while inserting the battery pack all the way in until the lock clicks.
  • Page 27 • Please watch the loading slot area carefully as you insert and remove the battery pack. • Do not turn off the power or open the SD card slot/battery cover while the indicator blinks green. The camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the SD card.

  • Page 28: Installing The Sd Card

    Installing the SD Card Write Protect Tab The SD card has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existing data (e.g. images). When recording to, erasing from or formatting the SD card, slide the tab upward. Write Protect Tab Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible...
  • Page 29 Slide the SD card slot/battery cover closed. To Remove the SD card Push the SD card with your finger or the toggle on the wrist strap until it clicks and then release it. • Please watch the loading slot area carefully as you insert and remove the SD card.

  • Page 30: Formatting Sd Cards

    Formatting SD Cards You should always format a new SD card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) an SD card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green.
  • Page 31 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted SD card might be the cause. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand SD card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • SD cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
  • Page 32 Precaution for Multi Media Cards This camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may use multi media cards (MMC) with this camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the use of multi media cards (MMC).

  • Page 33: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion date/time battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time. Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green.

  • Page 34: Set The Date And Time

    • To set the camera so that the date and time will not appear on the image when it is being shot but only when it is printed, see Setting the Print Style (p. 128), the Direct Printer User Guide or the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk supplied with the camera.

  • Page 35: Using The Clock

    Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following methods. This is convenient for confirming the shooting date and time. * Default setting Depending on the camera model, the display may vary slightly. •...

  • Page 36: Setting The Language

    Setting the Language Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display. Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. Power Lamp Press the MENU button. (Rec.) or (Play) menu is displayed. Use the button to select the (Set up) menu.
  • Page 37 Use the button to select a language and press the FUNC./SET button. Press the MENU button. The display will return to the shooting or playback screen. The Language menu can also be displayed in Playback mode by holding down the FUNC./SET button and pressing the MENU button. This function cannot be used while a movie clip is played back, or a separately sold printer is connected to the camera.

  • Page 38: Basic Functions

    Basic Functions Turning the Power On Press the ON/OFF button until the indicator lights green. • The lens extends when the mode switch is set to • The LCD monitor will turn on when the Power Lamp mode switch is set to mode, the indicator beside the viewfinder will blink green).

  • Page 39: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. When this function is turned on and it activates, restore power by pressing the ON/OFF button. Shooting Mode: Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off].

  • Page 40: Switching Between Shooting/Playback

    Switching Between Shooting/Playback The mode switch is used to select Shooting and Playback modes. To Shoot Still Images (Shooting Mode) Slide the mode switch to To Shoot Movies (Movie Mode) Slide the mode switch to To Play Back Images (Playback Mode) Slide the mode switch to •...

  • Page 41: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menu settings and play back recorded images. Icons showing the camera’s status and setting contents appear on the LCD monitor. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light.

  • Page 42: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode ( When the mode switch is set to , the LCD monitor will turn on. Press the DISP. button. The display mode changes as follows with each press. Standard Detailed No Information In index playback mode (p. 105), the detailed display is not available.

  • Page 43: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor

    Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor When shooting or playing back images, the shooting information, review information or replay information appears on the LCD monitor. Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) When setting the flash, continuous mode, self-timer, macro mode, infinity mode, or the metering method, the shooting information displays on the LCD monitor for approximately 6 seconds even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information) or Off.
  • Page 44 Metering Mode (p. 90) Spot AE Point Frame ( Mode) AF Frame (p. 85) Shooting Method (pp. 73, 76) Macro/Infinity (p. 68) Low Battery (p. 25) Flash (p. 64) Zoom Magnification* (p. 46) Auto Rotate (p. 99) (Red)* Movie Recording (p. 78) AE Lock (p.
  • Page 45 Playback Information–Standard (Playback Mode) File Number Shooting Date/Time Image Number Protection Status (p. 118) Resolution (Still Images) (p. 62) Movie (p. 106) WAVE Format Sound (p. 113) Compression (Still Images) (p. 62) Playback Information–Detailed (Playback Mode) Histogram Shooting Mode (pp. 66, 78, 82) Exposure Compensation (p.

  • Page 46: Histogram Function

    The following information may also be displayed with some images. A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or the file format is not recognized. JPEG file with format not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards RAW format file File with unrecognized format...

  • Page 47: Using The Viewfinder

    Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 39) while shooting. Shows the center of the image Viewfinder Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image Usually the recorded image contains more of the scene than is seen in the viewfinder.

  • Page 48: Using The Zoom

    When the LCD monitor is on, you can shoot with a combined optical and digital zoom up to approximately 11x with the DIGITAL IXUS 40 and 10x with the DIGITAL IXUS 30 (p. 72). The digital zoom is unavailable in some modes (p. 176).

  • Page 49: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. 1. Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance. Press the shutter button halfway. Beep • Focused: 2 beeps • Focusing difficulty: 1 beep Indicators Indicator Status Upper Indicator •...

  • Page 50: Pressing Fully

    2. Pressing Fully Pressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causes the shutter sound to play. Press the shutter button fully. While the image is being recorded to the SD card, the indicator blinks green. Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. AF-assist Beam •...

  • Page 51: Selecting Menus And Settings

    Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting and playback settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/Time and sounds. Menus are displayed by pressing the FUNC./SET or MENU button according to the circumstances. Use the following procedures to select settings. Selecting Menu Settings with the FUNC./SET Button (Shooting Mode only) Slide the mode switch to...
  • Page 52 FUNC. Menu Shooting Mode (p. 66) Photo Effect (p. 97) Movie Mode (p. 78) Compression (p. 62) Exposure Compensation (p. 91) Frame Rate (p. 81) ) Long Shutter Mode (p. 92) Resolution (p. 62) White Balance (p. 94) Resolution (Movie) (p. 63) ISO Speed (p.

  • Page 53: Camera Menu

    Press the MENU button. In Shooting mode, the (Rec.) menu appears. In Playback mode, the (Play) menu appears. Use the button to select the Rec./Play, Set up, or My Camera menu. • Select the menu with the icon in the upper left corner of the LCD monitor selected.
  • Page 54 Shooting Mode Playback Mode Rec. Menu The menu will appear Play Menu slightly different depending on the Shooting mode Set up Menu My Camera Menu • When the My Camera menu is displayed, pressing the button displays the Rec./Play menu. •...

  • Page 55: Menu Settings And Factory Defaults

    Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options and default settings for each menu. * Default setting Rec. Menu Reference Menu Item Options Page Sets whether or not the camera automatically selects the AF frame or a fixed center AF frame. AiAF p.

  • Page 56: Play Menu

    Play Menu Reference Menu Item Options Page Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 118 Rotates images clockwise 90° or 270° in the Rotate p. 111 display. Sound Memo Adds sound memos to images. p. 112 Deletes all images from an SD card Erase all p.
  • Page 57 Reference Menu Item Options Page Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that Operation Vol. beeps when any button other than the shutter – button is pressed. Adjusts the volume of the self-timer sound Selftimer Vol. p. 76 played 2 sec. before the shutter is released. Adjusts the volume of the sound played when Shutter Volume the shutter releases.
  • Page 58 Reference Menu Item Options Page Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new SD cards are inserted. File No. Reset p. 100 • On • Off* Sets whether or not images shot with the camera held vertically are automatically Auto Rotate rotated in the display.

  • Page 59: My Camera Menu

    These are called the My Camera settings. You can also customize the options for each item with images recorded on the SD card and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software. See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for details. Reference Menu Item...

  • Page 60: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    Resetting Settings to Their Default Values You can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation. Press the ON/OFF button. Set the mode switch to any position. Power Lamp Press and hold the MENU button for more than 5 seconds.

  • Page 61: Shooting

    Shooting Shooting in Auto Mode Shooting Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. Slide the mode switch to (Shooting). In the FUNC. menu, select (Auto). • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). •...

  • Page 62: Reviewing An Image Right After Shooting

    Press the shutter button fully (p. 48). • You will hear the sound of the shutter when the shutter activates. • The picture appears for two seconds on the LCD monitor. • See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 176). •...
  • Page 63 Changing the Review Duration The default review time is 2 seconds. The review function can be set to [Off] or changed to any time in the range of 2 to 10 seconds in one-second increments. In the (Rec.) menu, select [Review].

  • Page 64: Changing Resolution/Compression Settings

    • See Postcard Date Imprint Mode (p. 74). * Paper sizes vary according to region. **The resolution at the (Large) setting is as follows: DIGITAL IXUS 40: 2272 x 1704 pixels DIGITAL IXUS 30: 2048 x 1536 pixels Compression Purpose High Superfine •...
  • Page 65 Movies can be shot with the following resolutions. Frame Rate Resolution frames/sec. frames/sec. frames/sec. 640 x 480 pixels – Standard 320 x 240 pixels – Fast Frame Rate 320 x 240 pixels – – Compact 160 x 120 pixels – –...

  • Page 66: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash Shooting Mode Use the flash according to the guidelines below. The flash fires automatically as required by the light Auto level. Auto with The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting red-eye level, and the red-eye reduction lamp fires each time the reduction main flash fires.
  • Page 67 • When you use flash photography at higher ISO speeds, the chances of white streaks appearing in the image increase the closer you approach to the subject. • Since a slow shutter speed is selected in dark places when the flash is set to Off or Slow Synchro, take care to avoid camera shake.

  • Page 68: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a Shooting Mode Shooting Mode You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. Leaves almost all of the settings choices up to the camera (p. Auto 59). Lets you adjust the exposure, white balance, photo effect and Manual other settings yourself.

  • Page 69: Kids&Pets

    Kids&Pets Indoor Underwater Choose a shooting mode from the FUNC. menu. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). • You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. Press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 70: Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots

    Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots Shooting Mode Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 3 to 50 cm (1.2 in. to 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting and in the range of 30 to Macro 50 cm (1.0 ft.
  • Page 71 See Photo Tips and Information (p. 164). Image Area in Macro Mode When the zoom is set between the maximum telephoto and wide- angle settings, the effective distance from the lens to the subject becomes the same as for the maximum telephoto setting. Zoom Setting Distance from Lens to (35mm Film...

  • Page 72: Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)

    Images can be zoomed to the following powers in the digital macro mode. DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 1.4x, 1.8x, 2.2x, 2.7x, 3.6x DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 1.3x, 1.6x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.2x • The digital macro mode cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off.
  • Page 73 • The image area for close-ups at the maximum power of magnification for digital macro is as follows: - DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 10.2 to 7.5 mm (0.40 x 0.30 in.). - DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 11.4 to 8.5 mm (0.45 x 0.33 in.).

  • Page 74: Using The Digital Zoom

    DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 4.3x, 5.3x, 6.7x, 8.2x, 11x DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 3.8x, 4.8x, 6.0x, 7.4x, 10x The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off.

  • Page 75: Continuous Shooting

    • The recommended SDC-512MSH SD card (sold separately) is used. * This figure reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. * If continuous shooting suddenly stops, the SD card may be full.

  • Page 76: Postcard Date Imprint Mode

    Postcard Date Imprint Mode Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the optimal resolution and compression for postcard size printing. • When printing standard image data to postcard size, sometimes the top, bottom and sides may not get printed. • By shooting images in the Postcard Date Imprint mode, you can check the printing area (horizontal/vertical ratio of 3:2) beforehand.

  • Page 77: Embedding The Date In The Image Data

    • The icon appears in the LCD monitor when the date stamp setting (see below) is set to Date or Date & Time. • For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide. Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when (Postcard Date Imprint Mode) is selected.

  • Page 78: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer Shooting Mode With this function, images are shot 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. This is useful when you want to take a memorable photo with everyone including yourself in the picture. The self-timer can be used in any shooting mode.
  • Page 79 Changing the Self-timer Countdown Time In the (Rec.) menu, select [Self-timer]. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). Use the button to select and press the MENU button. • The display will return to the shooting screen. • When is selected, the self-timer sounds and the blinking gets faster 2 seconds before the shutter activates.

  • Page 80: Shooting A Movie

    Shooting a Movie The following three movie modes are available. You can select the resolution and frame rate* yourself. You can shoot until the SD card becomes full (Using high-speed SD cards (SDC-512MSH recommended)). Standard • Resolution: (640 x 480), (320 x 240) •...
  • Page 81 Use the button to select • You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. • In mode, you can change the resolution (p.
  • Page 82 • QuickTime 3.0 or later is required to play back movie files (AVI/Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime (for Windows) is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, this program is generally bundled with Mac OS 8.5 or later operating...
  • Page 83 Changing the Frame Rate In the (Standard) mode, you can select between one of two frame rates (number of frames recorded each second): (30 frames/sec.) or (15 frames/sec.). In the FUNC. menu, select • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). * The current setting is displayed.

  • Page 84: 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 85 • To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it. Shooting Images can be shot in two sequences in Stitch Assist mode. Left to right horizontally Right to left horizontally In the FUNC.
  • Page 86 Shoot the first frame in the sequence. The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image. Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • Use the button to check or retake the recorded images.

  • Page 87: Switching Between Focusing Modes

    Switching between Focusing Modes Shooting Mode Although the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF setting (9 AF frames), you can set it to the center AF frame. When [AiAF] is set to [On], the AF frame does not appear. When [AiAF] is set to [Off], however, the AF frame will appear.

  • Page 88: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)

    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) Shooting Mode *The AF lock only works in the mode. It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Use the focus lock or AF lock in these situations. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings •...
  • Page 89 Shooting with the AF Lock Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame. Press the shutter button halfway (two beeps will play) and press the button.

  • Page 90: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Shooting Mode You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. You must set the flash to .

  • Page 91: 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 for a particular portion of your subject. Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. Press the button to set the flash Focus on the part of the subject on...

  • Page 92: Switching Between Light Metering Modes

    The FE lock may be released by pressing the zoom lever, MENU button or button, or by changing the white balance, ISO speed, photo effect or the shooting mode, or by turning the LCD monitor off. Switching between Light Metering Modes Shooting Mode You can switch between metering modes to shoot.

  • Page 93: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Shooting Mode Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. In the FUNC. menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p.

  • Page 94: Shooting In Long Shutter Mode

    Shooting in Long Shutter Mode Shooting Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. In the (Rec.) menu, select [Long Shutter]. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). Use the button to select [On] and press the MENU button.
  • Page 95 Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen. To Cancel the Long Shutter mode While [Long Shutter] is displayed in the FUNC. menu, press the MENU button. The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds.

  • Page 96: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. Combinations of setting contents and light source are as follows. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day Cloudy...

  • Page 97: Setting A Custom White Balance

    Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen. This setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or (B/W) photo effects are selected. Setting a 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 98: Menu Button

    Aim the camera at the white paper, cloth or gray card and press the MENU button. • If you are using the LCD monitor, compose the image so the paper or cloth completely fills the center frame in the display, or the entire viewfinder, before pressing the MENU button.

  • Page 99: Changing The Photo Effect

    Changing the Photo Effect Shooting Mode By setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. Effect Off Records normally with this setting. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors.

  • Page 100: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area, or use a fast shutter speed. In the FUNC. menu, select See Selecting Menus and Settings (p.

  • Page 101: 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 viewing orientation in the display. You can set this function on/off.

  • Page 102: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. The file number is reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new SD card is inserted. New images recorded on SD cards with existing files are assigned the next available number.
  • Page 103 About File Numbers and Folder Numbers Images are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits). Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits Folder File Capacity Each folder usually contains up to 100 images.

  • Page 105: Playback

    Playback Displaying Images Individually Slide the mode switch to (Playback). The last recorded image will appear in the display (single image playback). Use the button to move between the images. Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move the next image.

  • Page 106: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images Press the zoom lever toward will appear on the monitor. You can press the zoom lever toward display the image at a magnification of up to 10x. Approximate Location of the Magnified Area Use the button to move around the image. Press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 107: 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 in index playback. Selected Image Movie Use the button to change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback.

  • Page 108: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies You can play movie clips shot in mode. Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. Use the button to select a movie. Images with a icon are movies. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The movie control panel will display. •...

  • Page 109: Operating The Movie Control Panel

    Pausing and Resuming Play Press the FUNC./SET button during playback. The movie playback pauses. Press the FUNC./SET button again to resume. Operating the Movie Control Panel Select a movie and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 106). The movie control panel will display. Use the button to select one of the following and press the...
  • Page 110 • Movies recorded with high resolutions and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading SD cards. • Movies recorded at the Fast Frame Rate setting and with the video signal set to the PAL format, may play back with a frame rate lower than the recorded one when output to a TV or video.

  • Page 111: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies Selecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwanted portions at the start or end of a movie clip. Protected movies and movies less than 1 second in duration cannot be edited. Use the button to select a movie and press the FUNC./SET button.
  • Page 112 Use the button to select (Play) and press the FUNC./SET button. • A preview of the temporarily edited movie clip plays. • To stop it, press the FUNC./SET button again. Use the button to select (Save) and press the FUNC./ SET button.

  • Page 113: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. 0° (Original) 90° 270° In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). Use the button to select the image to be rotated and press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 114: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback, index playback, and magnifying playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 115: Playing/Erasing Sound Memos

    Playing/Erasing Sound Memos Display an image with a sound memo attached (p. 112) and press the FUNC./SET button. • Images with sound memos attached have icons displayed on them. • The sound memo control panel will display. Use the button to select (Play) or (Erase) and press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 116: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)

    Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Starting a Slide Show A selection of images or all the images on an SD card can be displayed one- by-one in an automated slide show. Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 124). All Images Plays all images on the SD card in order.

  • Page 117: Selecting Images For Slide Shows

    Press the MENU button. The display will return to the Play menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the playback screen. • Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of the time set in the slide show settings. •...
  • Page 118 Use the button to select [Program] and the button to select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3]. A white checkmark will appear beside a show already containing images. Use the button and the button to choose [Select] and press the FUNC./SET button. Select images for the Slide Show •...

  • Page 119: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings

    • The display interval may vary slightly from the set time for some images when played. • Slide shows are easy to arrange on a computer with the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser). See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk.

  • Page 120: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). Use the button to select an image to protect and press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 121: Erasing Single Images

    Erasing Erasing Single Images • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. Use the button to select an image for deletion and press the button.

  • Page 122: Erasing All Images

    Erasing All Images You can erase all the images saved on the SD card. • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 124: Print Settings

    (SD card) to a photo developing center Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand compact photo printers (SELPHY CP series), card photo printers and Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series/SELPHY DS series).
  • Page 125 This guide explains DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera. Also, refer to your printer’s manual. Please check the System Map to confirm the compact photo printer (SELPHY CP series), card photo printer models and Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series/ SELPHY DS series) that can be used with this camera.

  • Page 126: Setting The Dpof Print Settings

    Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on an SD card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF, or for printing on a direct print compatible printer.
  • Page 127 Select images for printing. As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for the (Print Type) settings (p. 128). Number of Print Copies (Print Type) • (Standard)/ (Both) Use the button to select an image and the button to select the number of print copies (up to maximum of 99).
  • Page 128 All the Images on an SD Card In the (Play) menu, select and press the FUNC./SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 49). Use the button to select [Order] and press the FUNC./SET button. To cancel the DPOF print settings, select [Reset].
  • Page 129 Use the button to select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. • One copy is set to print for each image. • When the print type is set to (Standard) or (Both), the number of print copies can be set individually for each image.

  • Page 130: Setting The Print Style

    Setting the Print Style Set the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. Standard Prints one image per page. Prints the selected images together at a Index Print Type reduced size in an index format. Prints the images in both the standard and Both index formats.
  • Page 131 Use the button to select [Print Type], [Date] or [File No.] and the button to select an option. (Print Type) Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both]. (Date) Select [On] or [Off]. (File No.) Select [On] or [Off]. Press the MENU button. The Print Order menu will reappear.

  • Page 132: Image Transmission Settings (Dpof Transfer Order)

    Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer.
  • Page 133 Use the button to move between images and the button to select and deselect them. Selected for Transfer • A checkmark displays on selected images. • You can press the zoom lever toward to switch to the index mode (3 images) and use the same procedures to select images.

  • Page 134: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    OS X With this method, you download images using computer commands after you have installed the appropriate software. See Connecting the Camera to a Computer (p. 133), and the separate Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk. Windows Windows Windows...

  • Page 135: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    - ZoomBrowser EX: 250 MB or more (Including the PhotoRecord printing program) - PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more • Canon Camera TWAIN Driver: 25 MB or more • Canon Camera WIA Driver: 25 MB or more Display 1,024 x 768 pixels / High Color (16 bit) or better is required Macintosh Mac OS X (v10.1.5 –...
  • Page 136 Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (first time only). • Please see the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for the installation procedures. • With a Macintosh, it is next necessary to set the ImageBrowser auto start settings.
  • Page 137 • Windows: Proceed to step 5 below. • Macintosh: Refer to the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk and download images. Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the event dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only).
  • Page 138 The following window will display. • Using the software and computer to download images: See the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk. • Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function) See Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (p. 137).

  • Page 139: Downloading Images By Direct Transfer

    Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the supplied software and adjust the computer settings before using this method for the first time (p. 134). Transfers and saves all images to the computer. All Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the New Images...
  • Page 140 Select & Transfer/Wallpaper Use the button to select , and press the button (or FUNC./SET button). Use the button to select images to download and press the button (or FUNC./SET button). The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress.

  • Page 141: Connecting The Camera To The Computer To Download Images Without Installing Software

    If you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1.5 – v10.3), you can use the software distributed with these operating systems to download images without installing the software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the software is not installed.

  • Page 142: Viewing Images On A Tv Set

    Viewing Images on a TV set Viewing Images on a TV set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable AVC-DC300. Turn off the Camera and the TV.
  • Page 143 Slide the mode switch to (Shooting), (Movie) or (Playback). Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. • The image will appear on the TV. Shoot or play back images as usual. • Press the DISP. button when images are Power Lamp not being displayed on the TV when shooting.

  • Page 144: 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. Each menu item has three choices. Example: Start-up Image option features science fiction related images and sounds. The option features animals.
  • Page 145 Press the MENU button. • The menu will close. • In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway. • If you select (Theme) in Step 2, you can select a consistent theme for each of the My Camera settings. •...

  • Page 146: Registering My Camera Settings

    Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the SD card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera.
  • Page 147 Press the DISP. button. Select an image or record a sound. Start-up Image Use the button to select the image you wish to register and press the FUNC./ SET button. Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds • Use the button to select (Record) and press the FUNC./SET button.
  • Page 148 In these ways you can customize your camera by creating and adding new My Camera settings. See the supplied Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk for more information on creating and adding to the My Camera files.

  • Page 150: List Of Messages

    List of Messages List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded to, or read from, SD card.
  • Page 151 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. Check image...

  • Page 152: Troubleshooting

    See Formatting SD Cards (p. 28). • If reformatting does not work, the SD card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD card is write- • Slide the write protect tab of the protected.
  • Page 153 Problem Cause Solution Cannot play back File name was • Set the file name or location on changed with a the file format/structure of the computer or file camera. location was changed See About File Numbers and Folder Numbers (p. 101). Lens will not retract SD card slot/battery •...
  • Page 154 Problem Cause Solution Image is blurred or Subject is out of • For normal shooting conditions, out of focus focal range stay at least 30 cm (1.0 ft.) from the subject. • In macro mode, stay in the range of 30 - 50 cm (1.0 - 1.6 ft.) from the subject (3 - 50 cm (1.2 in.
  • Page 155 Problem Cause Solution Subject in recorded Light is shining • Change the shooting angle. image is too bright directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera Flash is set to on • Set the flash to off. A bar of light (red, Subject is too bright •...

  • Page 156: Appendix

    Appendix 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 157: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the rear of this booklet or the European Warranty System (EWS) Booklet.

  • Page 158: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. DIGITAL IXUS 40 DIGITAL IXUS 30 (W): wide angle (T): telephoto Camera Effective Pixels DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 4.0 million DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 3.2 million...
  • Page 159 Movie *Long shutter mode available **Selectable from the Rec. menu Continuous Shooting DIGITAL IXUS 40: Approx. 2.4 shots/sec. DIGITAL IXUS 30: Approx. 2.8 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode with LCD monitor off) Self-timer Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./approx. 2- sec. delay...
  • Page 160 Sound memos (up to 60 sec.), Slide show or Movie (slow motion play back possible). Direct Print Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible, and PictBridge compliant Display Languages 21 languages available for menus and messages...
  • Page 161 (excluding protrusions) 86.0 x 53.0 x 20.7 mm (3.4 x 2.1 x 0.82 in.) Thinnest section: 19.5 mm (0.77 in.) DIGITAL IXUS 30: 85.8 x 53.4 x 21.1 mm (3.4 x 2.1 x 0.83 in.) Thinnest section: 19.9 mm (0.78 in.)
  • Page 162 (1024 x 768 pixels)* 1438 2517 1777 (640 x 480 pixels)* 2746 1118 4316 * Same for both the DIGITAL IXUS 40 and the DIGITAL IXUS 30 models. Movie SDC-16M SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 6 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 4 min. 9 sec.
  • Page 163 570 KB 320 KB 170 KB (640 x 480)* 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB * Same for both the DIGITAL IXUS 40 and the DIGITAL IXUS 30 models. Movie Resolution Frame Rate 1980 KB (640 x 480 pixels) 990 KB...
  • Page 164 Battery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-4L (Fully charged)) Number of Images Shot Playback Time LCD Monitor ON LCD Monitor Off (Based on the CIPA standard) Approx. 140 images Approx. 400 images Approx. 180 minutes • The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.

  • Page 165: Sd Memory Card

    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. 2 g (0.1 oz.) Battery Pack NB-4L Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Nominal Voltage 3.7 V Typical Capacity 760 mAh Cycle Life...

  • Page 166: Photo Tips And Information

    Photo Tips and Information Tip for Using the Self-timer (p.76) Normally the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release for 2 seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a stable surface or by using a tripod to shoot.
  • Page 167 ISO Speed (p.98) The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the sensitivity. A high ISO speed allows you to shoot images in dark indoor or outdoor conditions without a flash and also helps prevent blurred images due to camera shake.
  • Page 168 Digital Macro When using digital macro, you can make a subject even larger than in the normal macro mode. You can enjoy seeing characteristics of a subject in your photos that might escape the naked eye. Image Comparison Standard Mode Macro Mode Digital Macro Mode (Subject Distance:...

  • Page 169: Index

    Index AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 ..154 Erasing ........119 AE Lock ........88 All Images ...... 120 AF Frame ........47 Single Images ....119 AF Lock ........87 Exposure ........91 AF-assist Beam......48 AiAF........... 45 FE Lock ........89 Auto Play (Slide Show)....
  • Page 170 Metering Modes......90 Shooting Mode Mode switch ......38 Auto........59 Movie......... 78 Digital Macro ....70 Editing ......109 Functions Available in Each Playback ......106 Shooting Mode ....176 Shooting ......78 Indoor....... 66 Mute Mode ........ 54 Kids&Pets......
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  • Page 176 • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice. • No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.

  • Page 178: 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. The settings selected in each shooting mode are saved after you finish shooting. Shooting Function Page Movie Large – Medium 1 –...
  • Page 179 Shooting Function Page Movie Autofocus Modes – – – – p. 85 AF-assist Beam p. 48 Digital Zoom – – – p. 46 Evaluative – – – – – – Light Metering Center-Weighted Average – – – – – – p.

  • Page 180: Canon Inc

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