Canon IXUS X-1 User's Manual
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1. Handling Precautions ile This camera is waterproof to a depth Ps m 16 ft underwater as long as the bottom cover is fully closed If used underwater at the beach or exposed to salt spray sand or dust it can be cleaned by holding the body under gentle running clean tap water Dry the camera with a clean dry cloth Never expose the camera to water when the bottom cover is not fully closed and latched Store the camera in a cool dry dust free place Be sure to keep the camera out of direct sunlight and away from hot spots such as the trunk or rear window shelf of a car Avoid places where mothballs are used and use a desiccant in excessive humidity Do not attempt to disassemble the camera yourself since there is high voltage circuitry inside The battery may explode or cause burns if disassembled recharged shorted exposed to high temperatures or disposed of in a fire Use a blower brush to remove dust and sand from the lens and inside the camera Do not apply any fluids other than water to the lens or body Take the camera to an authorized Canon service facility for a more thorough cleaning if necessary Film passing through X ray examinations at an airport may be exposed and ruined even when loaded in the camera Hequest a different method of inspection to avoid damage Color reproduction may be adversely affected if the film is left in the camera for a long time Always develop exposed2. 0 45 to 0 9 m 1 5 to 3 ft The flash always fires Q When the flash fires the shot cannot be taken until flash charging is completed up to 3 seconds Press the shutter button halfway and then wait until the orange indicator lights before taking the photograph 3 25 Fl Green Orange Indicators When you press the shutter button down halfway the indicators light or blink to show whether the camera is ready to shoot Green indicator Lit Camera ready to shoot subject in focus Blinking 4 times sec Proximity warning on land 16 times sec 23 mode Orange indicator Lit Flash fully charged Blinking Camera shake warning with the flash switched off Q When the green indicator blinks 4 times sec move away from the subject until the indicator stops blinking and then press the shutter button again The green indicator may light even at distances of less than 30 cm 1 ft Take care not to get too close to the subject When the orange indicator blinks camera shake warning use a tripod or other means to hold the camera steady In underwater photography and 3 mode there is no proximity warning Always shoot within the specified range Taking Pictures through a Window When you are taking Subject pictures through a window Window hold Ihe camera as close to the glass as possible 20 cm X 0 7 ft or less and shoot at Gamers an angle to the glass If you are too far from the wind
3. commercially SN 1 Check the O ring e Carefully check that the O ring O ring groove and contact surface are free from cracks warping and soiling e f there is any soiling on the O ring or contact surface clean the area thoroughly Clean the O ring Push gently on the O ring so that it pops out of its groove and then remove it Use a moistened cotton bud to remove any soiling from the O ring groove and contact surface Wash the O ring with clean water wipe off any moisture and fit the O ring into its groove e Check that the O ring is securely inserted into the groove e Do not pull or stretch the O ring excessively e The O ring is specially treated Ensure that it does not come into contact with grease or oil e Do not use a sharp or pointed instrument to remove the O ring as this could damage it and cause leakage Take particular care to ensure that the O ring is not excessively twisted as this will cause leakage e If the O ring is cut damaged or distorted take your camera to an authorized Canon service facility for a replacement O ring price available on application The O ring should also be replaced two years after the date the camera was purchased regardless of whether the O ring is damaged If the camera is frequently used underwater or in sandy or dusty locations the O ring should be replaced yearly Data recorded on film example Date and title Print
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5. color and position may vary according to the individual photo shop The date and time as set by the Date function are also printed with the title If you want information imprinted on the front of your prints be sure to check with the photo shop that they provide this service before the film is processed 3 40 Selecting the Title Once you have selected the language for your title you can select the title Press the Py button gt The title number changes every time you press Select the title you want to use then take the picture yg Button Sequence E 1 I LOVE YOU E 5 CONGRATULATIONS E 2 THANK YOU E 4 HAPPY BIRTHDAY E 3 SEASON S GREETINGS Japanese Titles German Titles J 4 279 D 1 ICH LIEBE DICH J 2 hy D 2 DANKE SCH N J 3 7411723 D 3 HERZLICHE GL CKW NSCHE J4 anz22i D 4 FR HLICHE WEIHNACHTEN J5 Li D 5 FROHES NEUES JAHR French Titles Spanish Titles F 1 JE T AIME ES 1 TE QUIERO F 2 MERCI ES 2 GRACIAS F 3 MEILLEURS VOEUX ES 3 FELICES PASCUAS F 4 JOYEUX ANNIVERSAIRE ES 4 FELIZ CUMPLEANOS F 5 F LICITATIONS ES 5 FELICIDADES Italian Titles m l 1 TIAMO d I 2 GRAZIE I l 3 BUONE FESTE SN M l 4 BUON COMPLEANNO Ry 5 CONGRATULAZIONI seen 7A You can use this camera to take pictures underwater at depths of up to 5 m 16 4 ft The effective focusing range underwater is 0 9 to 3 m 3 to 9 8 ft Always shoot within this range 1 Set the dial to 5or Compose
6. film promptly Do not pack film in checked baggage on airlines unless it has been both exposed and processed On the bottom cover in addition to a standard tripod socket is a small Inspection Screw Never turn this screw as it will cause leakage There is no problem securing the accessories to the camera with the tripod socket see pages 12 13 Canon cannot accept liability for damage to the camera from water leaks caused by lack of care during use Please take good care of your camera 3 2 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may E not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions If such changes or modifications should be made you could be required to stop operation of the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications H
7. the strap is a comfortable length Using the fastener projections D Use the button push projection to push the SELECT button 38 40 the SET button 37 38 and the button 27 2 Use the bottom cover release projection when the bottom cover is difficult to open 18 Using the case Undo the fastener and put the camera into the case as shown Holding the Camera To avoid obscuring the image with your fingers E and to ensure a clear sharp picture take care to keep your hands hair and the camera strap away from the areas marked below AF emitter AF sensor Light metering Flash window mds Hold the camera as shown below when taking pictures AD Dust or soiling on the AF emitter sensor or lens causes focusing difficulties Wipe soiled areas clean before taking pictures 3 17 Open the bottom cover of the camera in a place free of sand and water to load and remove the film cartridge replace the battery and use the buttons inside the bottom cover Open the bottom cover 1 e Carefully check that there is no sand or water on the camera before opening the bottom cover 48 49 Turn the knob to open the bottom cover Close the bottom cover Carefully check that the O ring O ring groove and contact surface are free from cracks warping and soiling 46 Press the cover closed until it clicks Check that the knob is rotated to the locked positio
8. 2 seconds Set the camera on a stable surface or use a tripod to hold the camera steady e The Focus Lock function can be used in the same way as in normal photography 3 35 DATE Imprinting the Date and Time The date and time can be imprinted on the back or on both sides of your photograph Open the bottom cover to select this setting 18 Select the date time combination The date time combination changes each time you press the DATE button e Shoot the picture with the desired date time combination selected Date only g g ic iS imprinted on both sides DATE t ti Date time E 4 25 imprinted on both sides Date time iS tee 3 M mnnntedtonbadk Only the day hour and minute 15 14 25 are displayed on the LCD panel but the imprinted data will show a combination of hours minutes and the date in the selected date format Year Month Day Month Day Year or Day Month Year Ex 99 12 15 14 25 Note that the imprinting position character size E font and color and the availability of both side imprinting vary depending on the store selected for processing and printing The date time and title do not appear on the film negative but are imprinted when the prints are made using the data magnetically recorded on the film by the camera IX data In addition to the date and time the data imprinted on the back of each photo includes the film cartridge ID number and the fra
9. Film Cartridges After Exposure 28 Advanced Operations AUTO Auto Flash with Red eye Reduction 29 Red eye Reduction Function 30 s Fash ON ModE ur rU S 31 amp Flash OFF Mode mis 32 Ej Slow synchro Mode s 33 Using Focus Lock ONT 84 Using the Self timer 35 DATE Imprinting the Date and Time 36 Selecting the Date Format 37 Setting the Date and Time 38 Ny Imprinting Titles seeeeesss 40 Selecting the Title Language 40 Selecting the Title 47 Underwater Operations Underwater Photography 42 2 Underwater Macro Photography 43 Tips for Taking Better Pictures Underwater 44 Checking and Cleaning the Bottom Cover DR AL ET 46 After You Use the Camera 48 Additional Information iNoubleshoptinge c c ete eee 50 Questions and Answers EAM E d 51 SPSCHICANOMS pr a eme EE 52 You can use this camera to take pictures underwater at depths of up to 5 m 16 4 ft After you use your camera underwater or in wet conditions always check the bottom cover O ring and its contact surface A single grain of sand or strand of hair can compromise the waterproofing and cause irreparable damage to the camera Contact Surface groove AE Pe
10. Mode The flash will not fire even in low light conditions Use this mode where flash photography is prohibited for night views or for available light photography ME Ta abr JM L it LE Set the dial to amp Take the picture Q Because a slow shutter speed is used up to 1 2 seconds when the flash is set to Flash OFF mode in low light conditions take care to avoid camera shake When the orange indicator blinks camera shake warning use a tripod or other means to hold the camera steady H This mode is effective when taking pictures of people with an evening or nocturnal background Flash and i slow shutter speed are effectively combined so that the flash illuminates the subject and the slow shutter speed captures the distant background Set the dial to EX When 9 appears on the LCD panel take the picture Q Because a slow shutter speed up to 1 2 seconds is used in this mode always use a tripod to prevent camera shake Take care also to ensure that the subject does not move in the moment after the flash 3 fires Fl The red eye reduction function operates when the mode is set to B In some conditions AUTO mode 29 may give better results For this reason it is best to take the shot in both Fi mode and AUTO mode 3 55 Lock the focus when you want the subject of your shot to be off to one side of the frame Set the focus Pos
11. take photos of people in low light conditions their eyes sometimes glow red in the photograph This is referred to as the red eye effect and is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the retina of the eye In AUTO and Bi modes the red eye reduction lamp lights for approximately 1 second before the flash fires This causes the subject s pupils to contract and thereby minimizes the risk of red eye 4D When the red eye reduction lamp lights shutter release is delayed for approximately 1 second to heighten the effectiveness of the lamp To make the shutter operate immediately set the dial to and then take the picture El Important guidelines for using the red eye reduction function 1 Because this function is not effective unless the subject is looking directly at the lamp attract the subject s attention so that he or she looks at the camera 2 Take the picture from within 2 m 6 6 ft of your subject 3 The effectiveness of the red eye reduction function varies from person to person 4 Raise the ambient light level as much as possible 5 Red eye reduction cannot completely eliminate red eye in all instances 3 30 The flash fires regardless of the light conditions Set this mode for fill in flash during the day or to illuminate a strongly shadowed or back lit subject T Set the dialto 5 mb When appears on the LCD panel take the picture Le _ 3 31 amp Flash OFF
12. the large variation between the qa area visible in the viewfinder and the area actually photographed shots should be taken from distances of at least 2 m 6 6 ft or greater 4 23 The shutter button has a two step action The first step sets the focus and exposure while the second step releases the shutter In low light conditions the flash fires automatically Set the focus Position the AF frame over your subject and press the shutter button down halfway wb The green indicator lights when the camera has focused on the subject The 5 icon appears on the LCD panel when the flash fires automatically Keep the shutter button pressed down halfway Compose the shot and take the picture Press the shutter button down fully Press the button down slowly and gently The picture is taken Flash Range shooting on land using negative color film See p 44 for the flash range for underwater photography 3 24 The focusing range of the camera varies depending on the mode used and whether the shot is taken on land 3 or underwater Shooting On Land 0 6 m 2 ft to infinity The flash always fires for focusing distances of 0 6 to 1 m 2 to 3 3 th 1 m 3 3 ft to infinity Fixed at 1 5 m 4 9 ft This setting should be avoided at distances of more or less than 1 5 m 4 9 ft as blurring will occur Shooting Underwater 0 9 to 3 m 3 to 9 8 ft
13. type Film orientation Exposure data Flash ON OFF recorded here Subject brightness ETC Filmstrip ID Simple film cartridge loading 20 1 Unlike previous 135 35mm film there is no need to open the back cover and pull the film leader across A choice of print types 23 gt You can choose from three print types C print Classic print H print Wide angle print P print Panorama print A variety of data IX information is recorded magnetically on the film surface All the information described at left can be recorded on the film The exposure information is used in the printing process to produce better quality prints Exposed film cartridges can be processed for printing at Advanced Photo System certified shops 28 wb After developing the shop will return your pictures along with an index print and the film cartridge with the film inside When ordering reprints from a certified shop just match the ID on the back of the print or on the index print sheet with the ID on the film cartridge and specify which prints you want 3 9 Open the bottom cover 18 Turn the knob to open the COVer gt Load the battery 19 Open the film cartridge 3 compartment cover 20 Press the button to open the cover Check that film cartridge visual exposure indicator shows unexposed gt 21 Load the film and close the film cartr
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15. as released the AF emitter sensor was blocked blurred n self timer shooting Load a battery Reinsert the battery correctly Replace the battery Turn ihe power on Replace the battery Remove the film cartridge and load a new one Keep pressing the shutter button down until Ihe shutter releases Change o mode Ensure that the AF emitter sensor is nol blocked by hair fingers etc Make sure you do not you stood immediately stand immediately in in front of ihe camera when pressing the shutter button The camera moved when the shutter button was pressed camera shake The AF emitter senor or lens is soiled front of the camera when pressing the shuter button Press the shutter button slowly and gently Wipe them clean There are drops of waler Wipe the lens with a or soiling on the lens E mode was used on land soft dry cloth Use a photography mode other than ED Cause Remedy Problem The bottom cover will The air pressure inside Ihe camera is lower than Ihe outside air pressure Rotate the bottom cover release knob and at the sarne lime use the bottom cover release projection on the slrap fastener H is displayed on the LCD panel The self diagnosis function detected an error Remove the battery from the camera When the H disappea
16. ate amp time or title 5 selections in 6 languages Clock function Built in automatic calendar up to 2040 Character types Dependent on processing lab specifications Imprinting color Dependent on processing lab specifications Power Supply One lithium battery CR2 3V Number of Shots Approx 18 cartridges of 25 exposure film normal temperature with 50 flash use Dimensions W x H x D 105 x 74 6 x 46 7 mm 4 1 x 2 9 x 1 8 in Weight 220 g 7 8 oz excluding battery All data are based on Canon s Standard Test Method e Product specifications and design are subject to change without notice 3 53 Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites de bruits radio lectriques applicables aux ap ils num riques de Classe B prescrites s la norme sur le mat riel brouilleur Appareil m riques NMB 003 dict e par l Industrie Canada C E La marque C est une marque conforme aux directives de la Communaut Europ enne Canon ne peut pas tre tenu responsable pour les d g ts caus s l appareil par des fuites d eau r sultant du manque de soin durant l emploi Veuillez prendre grand soin de votre appareil I2 See ee wm dem Se SS 2 Se SSS SS m Canon CANON INC 30 2 Shimomaruko 3 chome Ohta ku Tokyo 146 8501 Japan U S A CANADA EUROPE AFRICA amp MIDDLE EAST CENTRAL amp SOUTH AMERICA ASIA OCEANIA JAPAN CT1 7445 000 CANON U S
17. blinking colon changes sequentially from hour to minute to second Set the time Press the SET button to set the time lf you press the SELECT button and the colon does not blink time setting is complete e f you replace the battery the date and time display on Fi the LCD panel reverts to three blinking dashes no date or time imprinting When this occurs perform steps 2 3 5 and 6 to set the date and time Holding the button down for 2 seconds or more causes the setting to change continuously f you press the SET button when the colon is blinking the seconds display is set to zero 3 39 MEIE ky imprinting Titles You can imprint titles on the back of the print Open the bottom cover to select this setting 18 Selecting the Title Language Press the M button mb The symbol B is displayed on the LCD panel Press the SELECT button to select the language The language changes every time you press in this order u Japanese E English F French d German ES Spanish Italian e Press the DATE button until the symbol ky disappears from the LCD panel fl The title imprinting function automatically returns to a date time setting after one frame is exposed To continuously imprint the same title on more than one picture hold down the Pyg button for two seconds or longer until the yg blinks on the LCD panel Character size shape
18. fore switching it on again 3 22 About the Film Cartridges I Use IX240 cartridge film Q unexposed You cannot use conventional 135 35mm film in this camera Use film cartridges whose visual exposure indicator is unexposed 4 Visual exposure indicator area Checking the Photography Data s With the mode dial set to press the button The information shown below appears on the LCD panel Film type tn Color negative film Cr Color reversal film bL Black and white film Other film Maximum number of available shots Q Film cartridges with the D partial indicator cannot be used in this camera If a cartridge with the D partial indicator is loaded it will be set to 3 exposed and you will not be able to take any more pictures with that cartridge elf D partial 3 exposed or O processed film cartridges are loaded the 0 on the frame counter and the indicator will blink Reload with a unexposed film cartridge 4 21 A 8 Choosing the Print Type This camera allows you to choose whichever print type C H or P best suits your subject Rotate the dial 0 The viewfinder screen changes as shown below when you select a print type e You can select a different print type for each shot Check that the viewfinder shows the correct frame for the selected print type Viewfinder Printed photo For P prints because of
19. he cartridge compartment cover closed until it clicks into place The icon appears on the LCD panel and the film is automatically wound on 1 appears on the frame counter elf 1 is not shown try again checking that the film cartridge is loaded correctly Film cartridge Frame counter Close the bottom cover indicator 3 20 ee Set the mode dial to Gr To turn the power off set the mode dial to GI23 5 Checking the Battery Power Check that the battery icon ste appears on the LCD panel when you switch the camera on f on The battery is fully charged amp h on Prepare a new battery amp blinking Install the new battery 19 new battery generally has sufficient capacity for 18 25 shot film cartridges based on Canon s Standard Test Method with the flash used for 50 of the shots At low temperatures 10 C 14 F the battery capacity is approximately one third of normal capacity Al Use one CR2 lithium battery Always check the battery capacity before using the camera f you are traveling or intend to take many pictures take a supply of spare batteries The batteries may be difficult to obtain at your destination f you take a number of consecutive shots using the flash the battery power may drop off temporarily and prevent the LCD panel from displaying data correctly If this occurs switch the camera off and wait a few minutes be
20. idge compartment cover Close the bottom cover 18 Press the cover closed until Set the mode dial to 22 El Choose the print type 7 52 mb The viewfinder field changes Position the AF frame over the subject and take the picture 24 wb The flash fires automatically in low light conditions shooting and the film 1 has rewound fully remove the film cartridge 27 Check that the frame counter on the LCD panel shows 0 and that the 9 icon is blinking Then open the film cartridge compartment cover Remove the film cartridge and close the film cartridge compartment cover 9 When you have finished 4 11 Nomenclature AF emitter 17 Viewfinder window Light metering window 17 Shutter button 24 AF sensor gt 17 Self timer button 35 Flash with built in red eye reduction self timer lamp Lens 17 Orange indicator 26 23 Green indicator 26 Mode Dial 14 Viewfinder 15 23 Bottom cover release knob 18 Inspection screw LCD panel gt 15 Tripod socket xp SUUS 4 12 For further details refer to the page indicated SELECT button 38 40 SET button 37 38 Battery compartment cover 19 Bottom cover 18 Film cartridge compartment cover release button 20 27 Film cartridge compartment Bot
21. ith good water clarity E Shootin 4 or mode Recommended photography modes with poor water clarity D Shoot in mode 2 Shoot in mode from as close as when the subject is possible further away Because water more readily absorbs red light photos taken using color film tend to have a bluish cast This problem can be avoided to some extent at short distances by using the flash e Film with a speed of ISO 200 or 400 should be used B5 Checking and Cleaning the Bottom Cover O Ring After you use your camera underwater or in wet conditions always check the bottom cover O ring and its contact surface single grain of sand or strand of hair can compromise the waterproofing and cause irreparable damage to the camera Contact surface Cotton bud commercially w availabe 3 46 1 Check the O ring Carefully check that the O ring O ring groove and contact surface are free from cracks warping and soiling e f there is any soiling on the O ring or contact surface clean the area thoroughly Clean the O ring Push gently on the O ring so that it pops out of its groove and then remove it Use a moistened cotton bud to remove any soiling from the O ring groove and contact surface Wash the O ring with clean water wipe off any moisture and fit the O ring into its groove Check that the O ring is securely inserted into the groove Q Do not pull or stretch the O ri
22. ition the AF frame over the subject and press the shutter button down halfway eb The green indicator lights when the subject is in focus Keep the shutter button pressed down halfway Compose the shot and take the picture Compose your shot Press the shutter button slowly and gently all the way down mb The picture is taken Take care that the distance from the camera to the QD subject does not change If the distance does change lock the focus again B 34 Y Using the Self timer R The self timer function allows you to take a picture when you are some distance from the camera Set the mode to Self timer mb Press the button mb The icon appears on the LCD panel e f you press the button again the amp disappears and self timer mode is cancelled Compose the picture and press the shutter button mb The red eye reduction lamp flashes once a second and a 10 second countdown is displayed on the LCD panel mb The picture is taken after approximately 10 seconds To cancel the self timer press the button 7199 e mm SAME r1 0 Q Do not stand directly in front of the camera when you press the shutter button as this will result in the picture being out of focus Approximately 2 seconds before the shutter is El released the lamp begins to flash more rapidly If the flash is used in a red eye reduction mode the lamp stays lit for the last
23. ket of water Fill a bucket or other container with clean water and immerse the camera in the water Rock the camera gently in the water to thoroughly loosen any dirt rnud or sand When the camera has been used in the sea soak the camera in fresh water for 1 2 hours to remove the salt 3 48 Wipe the camera dry Wipe the camera with a fa clean soft dry cloth and place it in the shade to dry qb Do not wash the camera in detergent hot water or strongly flowing water as this will cause camera leakage or damage Do not shake the camera to remove water or use a hair drier or simitar appliance to forcibly dry the wg camera 4 Do not wash the camera in a washing machine e If the camera is very heavily soiled consult an authorized Canon service facility 3 49 In case of trouble check the table below before taking you camera to be repaired The battery check The battery is low Replace the battery 19 indicator amp 5 blinks No battery is loaded The battery is inserted with the wrong polarities The battery is completely dead The battery check indicator ssh is not displayed The shutter does noi The power is turned off release The battery is low fully exposed film cartridge has been loaded in the camera The shuter will be released only after the red eye reduction lamp is lit for about 1 second The photographs are When the shutter w
24. me number 3 36 Select the date format Press the DATE button so that only the date is displayed The date format changes each time you press the SET button Always use the push button projection on the strap buckle to push the SET button 16 99 ic iS Year month day ie iS gg Month day year Ki 5 ic 99 Day month year 3 37 When you replace the battery or travel abroad use the procedure below to set or adjust the date and time settings Always use the push button projection on the strap buckle to push the SELECT and SET buttons 16 Open the bottom cover to set the date and time 18 Setting the Date Display the date only Press the DATE button to display the date only Hefer to the next page to set the time Select the date setting Press the SELECT button to select the setting eb The selected setting blinking numbers changes sequentially from year to month to day Set the date Press the SET button to set the date Hepeat steps 2 and 3 to set all the date settings If you press the SELECT button and none of the date settings blink date setting Is complete Display the date and time Press the DATE button to display the date and time e You cannot set the date when the date and time are both displayed Select the time setting Press the SELECT button to select the setting mb The selected setting
25. n D Do not open the bottom cover underwater as water cD will get into the camera and cause irreparable damage When you take the camera from a warm room out into cold air the bottom cover may become difficult to open due to the difference in air pressure between the camera interior and the outside air If this occurs open the bottom cover as described below Use the bottom cover release projection on the strap fastener 16 x D Turn the knob and leave it turned Insert the projection into the slot Slowly rotate the fastener 1 Applicable Battery One CR2 lithium battery Open the bottom cover to load the battery Remove the battery cover Push the catch and remove the cover Load a new battery Ensure that the and terminals are positioned correctly e The p icon appears on the LCD panel Reattach the battery cover mb The date time display on the LCD panel shows blinking Set the date and time 38 3 Loading the Film Cartridge Open the bottom cover to load the film cartridge 18 Open the film cartridge 1 compartment cover Press the button to open the film cartridge compartment cover Load the film cartridge Check that film cartridge visual exposure indicator shows unexposed 21 Load the cartridge with the visual exposure indicator facing out Close the cartridge compartment cover Press t
26. ng excessively The O ring is specially treated Ensure that it does not come into contact with grease or oil Do not use a sharp or pointed instrument to remove the O ring as this could damage it and cause leakage Take particular care to ensure that the O ring is not excessively twisted as this will cause leakage f the O ring is cut damaged or distorted take your camera to an authorized Canon service facility for a replacement O ring price available on application The O ring should also be replaced two years after the date the camera was purchased regardless of whether the O ring is damaged If the camera is frequently used underwater or in sandy or dusty locations the O ring should be replaced yearly B 7 After You Use the Camera If there is sand or mud on the camera or if you have been using the camera underwater rinse the camera off as described below before you open the bottom cover e Use gently running tap water no warmer than 30 C 86 F to rinse the camera The interior of the camera is not waterproof Always check that the bottom cover is closed before rinsing the camera off 18 Rinse the camera under 1 running water Wash any dirt mud or sand off the outside of the camera by holding it in a gentle stream of running water as for handwashing Take care not to scratch the lens viewfinder LCD panel or flash window when removing the dirt Wash the camera in a buc
27. o five sections Introduction Basic Operations Advanced Operations Underwater Operations and Additional Information When first using the camera be sure to read the instructions from the Introduction Convention The following convention is used in these instructions o Warnings you should observe when using the camera fl Additional information on using the camera B is shorthand for See page B 1 Introduction Handling Precautions 2 Table of Contents merasa apoti 4 M Keeping Your Camera Waterproof 6 Advanced Photo System Quick Reference 8 Quick References canin uns t0 RUES EI Tr CORE 12 Attaching and Using the Strap and the Case 16 Holding the Camera Cem 17 2 Basic Operations Opening and Closing the Bottom Cover 18 2 Loading the Battery a 19 3 Loading the Film Cartridge 20 About the Film Cartridges ssse aA Checking the Photography Data 21 4 Turning the Power On E 5 Checking the Battery Power DT UE 22 E 4 3 41 5 6 Choosing the Print Type 23 Shooting in Modos 7 i24 Focusing Range 25 Green Orange Indicators 26 Taking Pictures through a Window 26 9 Removing the Film Cartridge 27 Film Cartridge Processing 28 Handling
28. ow the camera may focus on the surface of the glass rather than on the subject 3 26 8 Removing the Film Cartridge The film rewinds automatically when the end of the roll is reached The frame counter counts down as the film rewinds When the film is fully rewound the frame counter shows 0 and the icon blinks Open the bottom cover to remove the film cartridge 18 Check that the 9 icon 1 is blinking t the icon is not blinking press the 9 button 13 16 Open the film cartridge 2 compartment cover Press the button to open the cover and remove the film cartridge The icon on the LCD panel goes off The visual exposure indicator on the film cartridge has changed to 3 exposed To remove the film cartridge in mid roll Press the amp button 16 s When you remove the film cartridge the visual exposure indicator on the cartridge changes to 3 exposed 1 77 2 Film Cartridge Processing Exposed film cartridges can be processed for printing at Advanced Photo System certified shops All certified shops do the following D Return your cartridge with the film inside 2 Process all three types of prints 8 Make an index print sheet 4 Use the print quality data for better quality prints Imprint the date and title on the back of the print Handling Film Cartridges After Exposure When ordering reprints at a certified shop be
29. owever there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user s encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for 1 radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Industry Canada Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites de bruits radio lectriques applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le mat riel brouilleur Appareils Num riques NMB 003 dict e par l Industrie Canada dgio s dou doy aaa petet ccce dup A SUE C The C Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community EC For German speaking users This product is intended for use in residential commercial and light industry environment 1 5 Thank you for purchasing this Canon product Before taking pictures please read these instructions carefully for a thorough understanding of how the camera operates Table of Contents These instructions are divided int
30. r button Focusing range 0 45 to 0 9 m The flash fires and the Apparent distance 0 3 lo 0 7 m j Fo i picture is taken Focusing range 1 5 to 3 ft Apparent distance 1 to 2 3 ft Never open the bottom cover underwater Do not throw the camera into the water or allow it to slap against the surface Take particular care not to take the camera to depths greater than 5 m 16 4 ft as this could damage the camera Reversal film for color slides cannot be used in 3 mode Do not use ED mode on land 25 Take particular care with the camera in fresh water as it may sink when loaded with a battery and film cartridge 3 43 Tips for Taking Better Pictures Underwater You will be able to take better shots underwater if you remember the tips given below Actual size Apparent size Apparent distance 0 7 to 2 3m 2 3 to 7 5 ft Actual distance 0 9 to 3m 3 to 9 8 ft Because the refractive index of water is 1 33 times that of air objects underwater appear 2596 closer and larger than they actually are The effective range of the flash underwater is as shown in the table below However the range decreases when water clarity is poor Guide to the Effective Flash Range Underwater shooting underwater using negative color film moosi c 3 to 5 6 ft 3 to 7 9 ft 1 5t03ft ISO400 OS9to3m 3 to 9 8 ft Recommended photography modes w
31. rox 8596 Viewfinder Displays Picture frame AF frame Viewfinder Eyepiece Indicators Green indicator Combination camera ready indicator proximity warning and Underwater Macro mode indicator Orange indicator Combination flash ready indicator and camera shake waming The table below shows the proximity warning range C H Not ore 30 to 60 cm M2R 30 cm to 1 m OC VS ess 1 to 6 6 ft Film Cartridge Loading Automatic Film Advance Automatic with film cartridge mid roll rewind Frame Counter Counts up during film advance and counts down during film rewinding Self Timer 10 sec delayed shutter release with operation display 3 52 hd Metering Range Flash Auto and Flash ON 1 650 at f 14 to 1 60 at f 4 8 3 Flash OFF and Slow Synchro 1 650 at f 14 to 1 2 at f 4 8 Film Speed ISO 25 10000 set automatically in 1 3 step increments Built in Flash Internal flash fires automatically in low light conditions Flash Range ISO 100 0 6 to 2 3 m 2 to 7 5 ft ISO 200 0 6 to 3 2 m 2 to 10 5 ft on land using negative color film Flash Recycling Time Approx 3 seconds with new battery Shooting Modes Flash Auto Fires automatically in low light conditions Flash Auto with Red eye Reduction Fires automatically in low light conditions Flash ON Forced flash Flash OFF Never fires Slow Synchro Forced flash with Red eye Reduction Underwater macro Forced flash Date amp Time Title Imprinting Imprinted data D
32. rs from the LCD panel load the batiery again ePress the O button The film cartridge compartment cover will not open even when the frame counter reads 0 Rewinding was not fully completed Questions and Answers Q1 Can conventional 135 35mm film be used A1 No it cannot be used Use IX240 film cartridges gt 21 Q2 Can color slide reversal film be used with this camera A2 Not in Underwater Macro mode It can be used in other situations on land and underwater and other photography modes Q3 What is ISO A3 The ISO number indicates the film s sensitivity to light in numerical terms The higher the number the more sensitive the film is to light Q4 When converted to a 35mm camera what is this camera s 23 mm lens focal length equivalent to E A4 Approximately 29 mm for H prints B 51 Type 1X240 fully automatic waterproof lens shutter AF camera with built in magnetic IX functions Image Size 16 7 x 30 2 mm Lens Canon 23 mm f 4 8 lens Underwater Capability Capable of underwater photography to depths of up to 5 m 16 4 ft Focusing Active autofocus fixed underwater Focusing Distance On land 0 6 m to 2 ft to Flash OFF 1 m to 43 3 ft to cc Underwater 0 9 to 3 m 3 to 9 8 ft Underwater Macro 0 45 to 0 9 m 1 5 to 3 ft Shutter Combination aperture and program electromagnetically driven shutter Viewfinder Albada type viewfinder Coverage App
33. sure to match the ID number from the back of the print you want or from the index print with the ID on the film cartridge before handing in your film cartridge Filmstrip ID Handle and store index prints and returned film cartridges carefully The visual exposure indicator is set to 3 exposed for film cartridges that have been fully exposed and to D processed for film cartridges that have been developed Do not place cameras or film cartridges near televisions speakers or other sources of strong magnetic fields B 28 AUTO Auto Flash with Red eye Reduction Use this mode to reduce the red eye effect when you are taking pictures of people in low light conditions When you press the shutter button the red eye reduction lamp lights and then the flash fires 1 Set the dial to AUTO Move to within 2 m 2 6 6 ft of your subject The effective range of the red eye reduction lamp is 2m Get your subject to 3 look at the camera e The red eye reduction function is only effective if the subject is looking directly at the camera Take the picture e Slowly press the shutter button down fully Shutter release is delayed for about a second while the red eye reduction lamp lights Keep the shutter button pressed down until you hear the film advance to the next frame 3 79 pam Auto Flash With Red eye Reduction Red eye Reduction Function When you use the flash to
34. the shot and take the picture Compose the shot Slowly and gently press the shutter button The picture is taken Focusing range 0 9 to3m Apparent distance 0 7 lo 2 3 rm n Focusing range 3 to 9 8 ft Apparent distance 2 3 to 7 5 ft Q AUTO and modes should be avoided since the Red eye Reduction function operates in these modes and prevents the shutter from releasing immediately Ej mode should also be avoided since the low shutter speed can result in blurred images due to camera shake There is no proximity warning green indicator blinking 4 times sec in underwater photography and Z9 mode Always take pictures within the specified range When the camera is taken quickly from warm conditions into cold water the lens may cloud over Allow the camera to adjust to the water temperature beforehand 5 42 Ej Underwater Macro Photography Use Underwater Macro mode when you want to take close up pictures of subjects such as small fish El The effective focusing range is 0 45 to 0 9 m 1 5 to 3 ft The flash always fires in this mode Always shoot within the focusing range Set the dial to 2 2 blinks on the LCD panel e Check that is displayed Compose the shot and take the picture Compose the shot gt The green indicator blinks 16 times sec when you press the shutter button halfway e Slowly and gently press the shutte
35. tom cover cover 20 27 O ring 6 46 O ring groove 6 46 Mid roll rewind button 27 hs Title selection button 40 DATE button Contact surface 6 46 36 38 AF is an abbreviation for Auto Focus Do not turn as this will cause leakage 3 13 Mode Dial Flash Auto Red eye Reduction 29 Flash Auto 24 OFF 2 22 Flash ON 31 Flash OFF 32 Slow Synchro 33 Underwater Macro 43 Print Type Selector Dial 23 P print CJ L B 14 LCD Panel normally displays only the required information Date amp ducis un no eo 36 38 40 98 98 Er Both side date printing Titl inti selection gt 36 itle printing 40 Underwater macro 43 Self timer 35 Flash charging complete gt 31 33 43 Frame counter 20 21 27 Battery level indicator L Film cartridge indicator gt 22 Ea 27 Viewfinder Frames Picture Frame Compose your picture within this frame H print 23 h CJ a 1 AF Frame Position this frame over the subject 24 34 B 15 3 16 Attaching the strap To ensure that you do not drop your camera attach the strap provided Thread the strap through the strap mount as shown in steps D and Adjusting the position of the fastener 1 Hold the button in and adjust the position of the fastener so that
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