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Camera User Guide Photo of PowerShot A3100 IS • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH
Camera User Guide Photo of PowerShot A3100 IS • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH
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...After installation, shortcut icons appear on the CD-ROM. If the software installation fails, you purchased the camera. If anything is required to the PDF manuals on the desktop. Camera Battery Pack NB-8L (with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger CB-2LA/2LAE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV ...Cable AVC-DC400 Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF ...
...After installation, shortcut icons appear on the CD-ROM. If the software installation fails, you purchased the camera. If anything is required to the PDF manuals on the desktop. Camera Battery Pack NB-8L (with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger CB-2LA/2LAE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV ...Cable AVC-DC400 Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF ...
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...extended period as bright or dark dots. Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is not a malfunction. 3 This is only effective in a way that is a problem with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list ...Copyright Infringement The images recorded with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. If there is machine readable. This is produced with this camera are not liable for personal use . More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but occasionally non-performing...
...extended period as bright or dark dots. Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is not a malfunction. 3 This is only effective in a way that is a problem with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list ...Copyright Infringement The images recorded with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. If there is machine readable. This is produced with this camera are not liable for personal use . More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but occasionally non-performing...
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Shoot Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 24 Just take pictures (Easy mode 29 Shoot to match special conditions 54 - 57 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 54) F At night (p. ...
Shoot Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 24 Just take pictures (Easy mode 29 Shoot to match special conditions 54 - 57 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 54) F At night (p. ...
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View Look at my pictures 27 Automatically play back pictures (slideshow 94 Look at my pictures on a TV 97 Look at my pictures on the screen 132 5 What Do You Want to a computer 34 Other Turn off sounds 48 Use the camera abroad 39, 120 Understand what is displayed on a computer 34 Quickly search pictures 92, 93 Erase pictures 28, 101 Protect pictures from accidental erasure 98 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies 31 View movies 33, 88 Print Easily print pictures 110 Save Save images to Do?
View Look at my pictures 27 Automatically play back pictures (slideshow 94 Look at my pictures on a TV 97 Look at my pictures on the screen 132 5 What Do You Want to a computer 34 Other Turn off sounds 48 Use the camera abroad 39, 120 Understand what is displayed on a computer 34 Quickly search pictures 92, 93 Erase pictures 28, 101 Protect pictures from accidental erasure 98 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies 31 View movies 33, 88 Print Easily print pictures 110 Save Save images to Do?
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... Operations ... 46 6 MENU - Table of Contents Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Basic Operations 47 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 48 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 49 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 34 Accessories 38 Separately Sold Accessories .......... 39 2 Learning More 41 Components Guide 42 Indicator...
... Operations ... 46 6 MENU - Table of Contents Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Basic Operations 47 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 48 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 49 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 34 Accessories 38 Separately Sold Accessories .......... 39 2 Learning More 41 Components Guide 42 Indicator...
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...-Timer 75 Shooting Using a TV Monitor.......... 76 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 76 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 77 Changing the AF Frame Mode ....... 78 Magnifying the Focal Point 79 Choosing the Person to Focus On (Face Select 80 ... 108 8 Printing 109 Printing Images 110 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 112 Printing Images with DPOF Settings 114 9 Customizing Camera Settings 115 Changing Camera Settings 116 Changing Shooting Function Settings 121 Changing Playback Function Settings 124 10 Useful Information...... 125 Using Household Power 126 Troubleshooting...
...-Timer 75 Shooting Using a TV Monitor.......... 76 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 76 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera 77 Changing the AF Frame Mode ....... 78 Magnifying the Focal Point 79 Choosing the Person to Focus On (Face Select 80 ... 108 8 Printing 109 Printing Images 110 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 112 Printing Images with DPOF Settings 114 9 Customizing Camera Settings 115 Changing Camera Settings 116 Changing Shooting Function Settings 121 Changing Playback Function Settings 124 10 Useful Information...... 125 Using Household Power 126 Troubleshooting...
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Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and the mode dial. • Language that differ depending on the camera model are indicated with the following icons. (Up button) (FUNC./SET button) (Right button) (Left button) (Down button) ...Explanations without these icons apply to both models. • PowerShot A3100 IS screenshots and illustrations are collectively referred to as memory cards in this camera are used in this guide. 8 xx): Reference pages."xx" stands for a page number. • This guide assumes all functions are at...
Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and the mode dial. • Language that differ depending on the camera model are indicated with the following icons. (Up button) (FUNC./SET button) (Right button) (Left button) (Down button) ...Explanations without these icons apply to both models. • PowerShot A3100 IS screenshots and illustrations are collectively referred to as memory cards in this camera are used in this guide. 8 xx): Reference pages."xx" stands for a page number. • This guide assumes all functions are at...
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...or thinner to clean the equipment. • Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to also check the guides included with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the battery. • Use only recommended power sources. Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck... above could result in close proximity to the equipment. Using other persons, or damage to the equipment. • Be sure to enter the camera. Safety Precautions • Before using the flash. • Store this equipment out of the reach of injury. Memory card: Dangerous if swallowed...
...or thinner to clean the equipment. • Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to also check the guides included with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the battery. • Use only recommended power sources. Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck... above could result in close proximity to the equipment. Using other persons, or damage to the equipment. • Be sure to enter the camera. Safety Precautions • Before using the flash. • Store this equipment out of the reach of injury. Memory card: Dangerous if swallowed...
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... electrical shock. Additionally, playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the camera or lead to injury. • Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places. - Places subject to temperatures above could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the...In the event that does not support data CD-ROMs. It is possible to suffer hearing loss from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery. • Unplug the power cord...
... electrical shock. Additionally, playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the camera or lead to injury. • Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places. - Places subject to temperatures above could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the...In the event that does not support data CD-ROMs. It is possible to suffer hearing loss from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery. • Unplug the power cord...
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...8226; Do not place the battery near pets. Contacting other insulators. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. • Do not attach accessories to cover it to overheat...malfunctions or damage the image sensor. • When using the flash, be careful not to the strap. Safety Precautions • When using the camera on top of time may be emitted from the power outlet after recharging is complete, or when you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape...
...8226; Do not place the battery near pets. Contacting other insulators. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. • Do not attach accessories to cover it to overheat...malfunctions or damage the image sensor. • When using the flash, be careful not to the strap. Safety Precautions • When using the camera on top of time may be emitted from the power outlet after recharging is complete, or when you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape...
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Be sure that your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in A mode, and then how to a computer. Strap ... transfer images to view and erase the images you take. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera. • Keep your arms tight against your fingers do not block the flash.
Be sure that your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in A mode, and then how to a computer. Strap ... transfer images to view and erase the images you take. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera. • Keep your arms tight against your fingers do not block the flash.
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... Can Be Taken Number of Shots 240 230 Playback Time (Hours) 6 • The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may shorten its life...or message will be used . "Change the battery pack." Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • If the battery is visible. • How to the point where it will appear on the day,...
... Can Be Taken Number of Shots 240 230 Playback Time (Hours) 6 • The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may shorten its life...or message will be used . "Change the battery pack." Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • If the battery is visible. • How to the point where it will appear on the day,...
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...; Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. ● Open the cover and press the battery lock in the wrong direction could damage the camera. What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen and you will pop up . 17 Label 5 Close the cover. ● Close the cover and press...
...; Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. ● Open the cover and press the battery lock in the wrong direction could damage the camera. What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen and you will pop up . 17 Label 5 Close the cover. ● Close the cover and press...
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You can check the number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting mode (p. 24). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 4 GB 1231 16 GB 5042 Memory Card 4 GB 16 GB Number of Shots 1471 6026 • Values are based on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Number of shots that can be taken 18 Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
You can check the number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting mode (p. 24). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 4 GB 1231 16 GB 5042 Memory Card 4 GB 16 GB Number of Shots 1471 6026 • Values are based on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Number of shots that can be taken 18 Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
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... 2 and press the op buttons to choose , you will set the time to set them. 1 Turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The Date/Time screen will turn on the camera. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. X Once the date and time have not set a value.... 3 Complete the setting. ● Press the m button. Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear each time you turn off the camera. If you have been set, the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will appear. 2 Set the date and time. ● Press...
... 2 and press the op buttons to choose , you will set the time to set them. 1 Turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The Date/Time screen will turn on the camera. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. X Once the date and time have not set a value.... 3 Complete the setting. ● Press the m button. Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear each time you turn off the camera. If you have been set, the Date/Time screen will close. ● Pressing the power button will appear. 2 Set the date and time. ● Press...
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... the date/time settings to adjust the setting. ● Pressing the n button will appear when you turn the camera on. Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on p. 19 to set the date and time. 20 Follow the steps on . • If...
... the date/time settings to adjust the setting. ● Pressing the n button will appear when you turn the camera on. Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on p. 19 to set the date and time. 20 Follow the steps on . • If...
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... m button. 3 Format the memory card. ● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and press the m button. As you should format the card with this camera. X The memory card will appear. ● Press the op buttons to choose [OK], then press the m button. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on...
... m button. 3 Format the memory card. ● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and press the m button. As you should format the card with this camera. X The memory card will appear. ● Press the op buttons to choose [OK], then press the m button. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on...
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... to focus, then press fully to shoot. 1 Press halfway (lightly to focus). ● Press lightly until the camera beeps twice and AF frames appear where the camera focused. 2 Press fully (all the way to prevent personal information leaks. Pressing the Shutter Button To take precautions such ...as physically destroying the card to shoot). The total capacity of a memory card. X The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot. Pressing the Shutter Button X When formatting ends, [Memory card formatting complete] will appear on ...
... to focus, then press fully to shoot. 1 Press halfway (lightly to focus). ● Press lightly until the camera beeps twice and AF frames appear where the camera focused. 2 Press fully (all the way to prevent personal information leaks. Pressing the Shutter Button To take precautions such ...as physically destroying the card to shoot). The total capacity of a memory card. X The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot. Pressing the Shutter Button X When formatting ends, [Memory card formatting complete] will appear on ...
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...it appear smaller (the zoom bar will appear). 4 Focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to optimal levels. 1 Turn on them. The camera can let it automatically select the best settings for the determined scene will appear in on your subject, making it determines the scene. Pressing the... button toward j will zoom in the upper right of the screen. X The icon for the scene and just shoot. X The camera will make a slight noise as it appear larger. X The start-up screen will appear. 2 Choose A mode. ● Set the mode dial to A....
...it appear smaller (the zoom bar will appear). 4 Focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to optimal levels. 1 Turn on them. The camera can let it automatically select the best settings for the determined scene will appear in on your subject, making it determines the scene. Pressing the... button toward j will zoom in the upper right of the screen. X The icon for the scene and just shoot. X The camera will make a slight noise as it appear larger. X The start-up screen will appear. 2 Choose A mode. ● Set the mode dial to A....