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Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
MENU (= 30) functions on the [] tab can be configured. Customize 
commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience.
Silencing Camera Operations
Silence camera sounds and movies as follows.
 z Choose [Mute], and then choose [On].
 ● Operation can also be silenced by holding down the [] button 
as you turn the camera on.
 ● Sound is not played during movies ( = 103) if you mute camera 
sounds. To restore sound during movies, press the [] button or 
drag up across the screen. Adjust volume as needed by pressing 
the [
][] buttons or by dragging up or down.
Adjusting the Volume
Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows.
 z Choose [Volume], and then press the [] 
button.
 z Choose an item, and then press the 
[][] buttons to adjust the volume.
Setting Menu
Customize or adjust basic camera functions for 
greater convenience
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World Clock
To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when 
you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to 
that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the 
Date/Time setting manually.
Before using the world clock, be sure to set the date and time and your 
home time zone, as described in “Setting the Date and Time” (=
 20).
1 Specify your destination.
 z
Choose [Time Zone], and then press the 
[] button.
 zPress the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [ World], and then press 
the [] button.
 z Press the [][] buttons to choose the 
destination.
 z To set daylight saving time (1 hour 
ahead), choose [] by pressing the 
[][] buttons or turning the [] dial, 
and then choose [] by pressing the 
[][] buttons.
 z Press the [] button.
2 Switch to the destination time zone.
 zPress the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [ World], and then press 
the [] button.
 z [] is now shown on the shooting screen 
( = 179).
 ●
Adjusting the date or time while in [] mode ( = 21) will 
automatically update your [ Home] time and date.
Customizing Sounds
Customize camera operating sounds as follows.
 z Choose [Sound Options], and then press 
the [] button.
 zChoose an item, and then press the 
[][] buttons to choose an option.
 ● The shutter sound in digest movies recorded in [] mode 
( = 36) cannot be changed.
Hiding Hints and Tips
Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC. (
= 29) or 
MENU ( = 30) items. If you prefer, you can deactivate this information.
 z
Choose [Hints & Tips], and then choose 
[Off].
Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
 zChoose [Date/Time], and then press the 
[] button.
 zPress the [][] buttons to choose an 
option, and then adjust the setting, either 
by pressing the [
][] buttons or turning 
the [] dial.
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3Other Shooting Modes
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Power-Saving Adjustment
Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto 
Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed (= 27).
 z
Choose [Power Saving], and then press 
the [] button.
 zAfter choosing an item, press the [][] 
buttons to adjust it as needed.
 ● To conserve battery power, you should normally choose [On] for 
[Auto Power Down] and [1 min.] or less for [Display Off].
 ●The [Display Off] setting is applied even if you set [Auto Power 
Down] to [Off].
 ●These power-saving functions are not available when you have 
set Eco mode ( = 153) to [On].
Screen Brightness
Adjust screen brightness as follows.
 z
Choose [LCD Brightness], and then 
press the [][] buttons to adjust the 
brightness.
 ● For maximum brightness, press and hold the [] button for at 
least one second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in 
single-image display. (This will override the [LCD Brightness] setting 
on the [
] tab.) To restore the original brightness, press and hold 
the [] button again for at least one second or restart the camera.
Lens Retraction Timing
The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press 
the [] button in Shooting mode ( = 26). To have the lens retracted 
immediately after you press the [] button, set the retraction timing to 
[0 sec.].
 z Choose [Lens Retraction], and then 
choose [0 sec.].
Using Eco Mode
This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. 
When the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce 
battery consumption. 
1 Configure the setting.
 zChoose [Eco Mode], and then choose 
[On].
 z[] is now shown on the shooting 
screen ( = 179).
 z
The screen darkens when the camera 
is not used for approximately two 
seconds; approximately ten seconds 
after darkening, the screen turns off. 
The camera turns off after approximately 
three minutes of inactivity.
2 Shoot.
 zTo activate the screen and prepare for 
shooting when the screen is off but the 
lens is still out, press the shutter button 
halfway.
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 ●Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes file 
management information on the card and does not erase the data 
completely. When transferring or disposing of memory cards, 
take steps to protect personal information if necessary, as by 
physically destroying cards.
 ●The total card capacity indicated on the formatting screen may be 
less than the advertised capacity.
Low-Level Formatting
Perform low-level formatting in the following cases: [Memory card error] is 
displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing 
is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly 
stops. Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before low-
level formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take 
other steps to back them up.
 zOn the screen in step 1 of “Formatting 
Memory Cards” ( = 154), press the 
[][] buttons or turn the [] dial to 
choose [Low Level Format], and then 
press the [
][] buttons to select this 
option. A [] icon is displayed.
 z Follow steps 2 – 3 in “Formatting Memory 
Cards” ( = 154) to continue with the 
formatting process.
 ● Low-level formatting takes longer than “Formatting Memory 
Cards” ( = 154), because data is erased from all storage regions 
of the memory card.
 ● You can cancel low-level formatting in progress by choosing 
[Stop]. In this case, all data will be erased, but the memory card 
can be used normally.
Start-Up Screen
Customize the start-up screen shown after you turn the camera on as follows.
 zChoose [Start-up Image], and then press 
the [] button.
 zPress the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose an option.
Formatting Memory Cards
Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you 
should format the card with this camera.
Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy images 
on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
1 Access the [Format] screen.
 z Choose [Format], and then press the [] 
button.
2 Choose [OK].
 z Press the [][] buttons to choose 
[Cancel], choose [OK] (either press the 
[
][] buttons or turn the [] dial), and 
then press the [] button.
3 Format the memory card.
 z To begin the formatting process, press 
the [][] buttons or turn the [] dial 
to choose [OK], and then press the [] 
button.
 z When formatting is finished, [Memory 
card formatting complete] is displayed. 
Press the [
] button.
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Metric / Non-Metric Display
Change the unit of measurement shown in the zoom bar (= 34), the 
MF indicator ( = 81), and elsewhere from m/cm to ft/in as needed.
 z
Choose [Units], and then choose [ft/in].
Electronic Level Calibration
Calibrate the electronic level if it seems ineffective in helping you level the 
camera.
For greater calibration accuracy, display grid lines ( =
 99) to help you 
level the camera in advance.
1 Make sure the camera is level.
 z Place the camera on a flat surface, such 
as a table.
2 Calibrate the electronic level.
 zChoose [Electronic Level], and then press 
the [] button.
 zTo adjust left/right tilt, choose [Horizontal 
Roll Calibration], and to adjust forward/
backward tilt, choose [Vertical Pitch 
Calibration], followed by the [
] button. A 
confirmation message is displayed.
 z Choose [OK], and then press the [] 
button.
File Numbering
Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 – 9999) 
and saved in folders that store up to 2,000 images each. You can change 
how the camera assigns file numbers.
 z Choose [File Numbering], and then 
choose an option.
Continuous Images are numbered consecutively (until the 9999th 
shot is taken/saved) even if you switch memory cards.
Auto Reset Image numbering is reset to 0001 if you switch memory 
cards, or when a new folder is created.
 ●
Regardless of the option selected in this setting, shots may be 
numbered consecutively after the last number of existing images 
on newly inserted memory cards. To start saving shots from 0001, 
use an empty (or formatted ( =
 154)) memory card. ●
Refer to “Software Instruction Manual” ( = 163) for information 
on the card folder structure and image formats.
Date-Based Image Storage
Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the 
camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken that day .
 zChoose [Create Folder], and then choose 
[Daily].
 zImages will now be saved in folders 
created on the shooting date.
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Setting Copyright Information to Record in Images
To record the author’s name and copyright details in images, set this 
information beforehand as follows.
 zChoose [Copyright Info], and then press 
the [] button.
 zPress the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [Enter Author’s Name] or 
[Enter Copyright Details]. Press the [
] 
button to access the keyboard, and enter 
the name ( =
 32).
 z
Press the [] button. When [Accept 
changes?] is displayed, choose [Yes] 
(either press the [
][] buttons or turn the 
[] dial), and then press the [] button.
 z The information set here will now be 
recorded in images.
 ● To check the information entered, choose [Display Copyright Info] 
on the screen above, and then press the [] button. ● You can also use the software (= 163) to enter, change, and delete 
copyright information. Some characters entered with the software may 
not display on the camera, but will be correctly recorded in images.
 ● You can check copyright information recorded in images by using 
the software, once you save the images to a computer.
Deleting All Copyright Information
You can delete both the author’s name and copyright details at the same 
time as follows.
 zFollow the steps in “Setting Copyright 
Information to Record in Images” (= 156) 
and choose [Delete Copyright Info].
 z Press the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [OK], and then press the 
[
] button.
Resetting the Electronic Level
Restore the electronic level to its original state as follows. Note that this is 
not possible unless you have calibrated the electronic level.
 z Choose [Electronic Level], and then press 
the [] button.
 zChoose [Reset], and then press the [] 
button.
 z Choose [OK], and then press the [] 
button.
Deactivating Touch-Screen Operations
The touch-screen can be disabled to prevent unintended touch 
operations.
 z Choose [Touch Operation], and then 
choose [Off].
Increasing Touch-Screen Panel Sensitivity
Sensitivity of the touch-screen panel can be increased, so that the camera 
responds to a lighter touch.
 zChoose [Touch Response], and then 
choose [High].
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Adjusting Other Settings
The following settings can also be adjusted on the [] tab.
 ●[Video System] ( = 162)
 ●
[Wi-Fi Settings] ( = 127)
 ●
[Mobile Device Connect Button] ( = 128)
Restoring Defaults
If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera 
settings.
1 Access the [Reset All] screen.
 z
Choose [Reset All], and then press the 
[] button.
2 Restore default settings.
 zPress the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [OK], and then press the 
[
] button.
 z Default settings are now restored.
 ● The following functions are not restored to default settings. -Information registered using Face ID ( = 44) -
[] tab settings [Date/Time] ( = 152), [Time Zone] (= 152), 
[Language ] ( = 157), and [Video System] ( = 162) -
Custom white balance data you have recorded ( = 79) -
Shooting mode chosen in [] (= 55) and [] (= 58) 
modes
 - Values set using the exposure compensation dial ( = 74) -
Movie mode ( = 71) -
Wi-Fi settings ( = 127) -
Calibrated value for the electronic level ( = 155) -
Copyright information ( = 156)
 ●
The copyright info already recorded in images will not be deleted.
Checking Certification Logos
Some logos for certification requirements met by the camera can be 
viewed on the screen. Other certification logos are printed in this guide, on 
the camera packaging, or on the camera body.
 zChoose [Certification Logo Display], and 
then press the [] button.
Display Language
Change the display language as needed.
 zChoose [Language ], and then press 
the [] button.
 z Press the [][][][] buttons or turn 
the [] dial to choose a language, and 
then press the [] button.
 ● You can also access the [Language] screen in Playback mode by 
pressing and holding the [] button and immediately pressing 
the [] button.
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System Map
Wrist StrapBattery Pack
NB-13L*1Battery Charger
CB-2LH/CB-2LHE*1
USB Cable (camera end: Mini-B)*2
Memory Card Card Reader Computer
TV/Video System
AC Adapter Kit
ACK-DC110
Included Accessories
Power
Cables
HDMI Cable
(camera end: Type D)*
3
Stereo AV Cable  AVC-DC400ST
Flash Unit PictBridge-Compatible Printers
High-Power Flash HF-DC2 Waterproof Case
WP-DC54Cases
*1
 Also available for purchase separately.
*2 A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-400PCU).
*3 Use a commercially available cable no longer than 2.5 m (8.2 ft.).
Accessories
Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon 
accessories and other compatible accessories sold 
separately
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Optional Accessories
The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that 
availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be 
available.
Power Supplies
Battery Pack NB-13L
 zRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery Charger CB-2LH/CB-2LHE
 zCharger for Battery Pack NB-13L
 ● The message [Battery communication error] is displayed if you 
use a non-genuine Canon battery pack, and user response is 
required. Note that Canon shall not be liable for any damages 
resulting from accidents, such as malfunction or fire, that occur 
due to use of non-genuine Canon battery packs.
 ●The battery pack includes a convenient cover which you can 
attach to know the charge status at a glance. Attach the cover so 
that 
 is visible on a charged battery pack, and attach it so that  is not visible on an uncharged battery pack.
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance 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). Please 
note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the 
malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request 
such repairs on a chargeable basis.
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Other Accessories
Waterproof Case WP-DC54
 zFor underwater photography at depths of 
up to 40 meters (130 ft.). Also useful for 
shooting in the rain, at the beach, or on 
ski slopes.
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
 zFor connecting the camera to a computer 
or printer.
Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
 zConnect the camera to a TV to enjoy 
playback on the larger TV screen.
Printers
Canon-Brand PictBridge-Compatible 
Printers
 zEven without using a computer, you can 
print images by connecting the camera 
directly to a printer.  
For details, visit your nearest Canon 
retailer.
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC110
 zFor powering the camera using 
household power. Recommended when 
using the camera over extended periods, 
or when connecting the camera to a 
printer or computer. Cannot be used to 
charge the battery pack in the camera.
 ● The battery charger and AC adapter kit can be used in areas with 
100 – 240 V AC power (50/60 Hz).
 ● For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially 
available adapter for the plug. Never use an electrical transformer 
designed for traveling, which may damage the battery pack.
Flash Unit
High-Power Flash HF-DC2
 zExternal flash for illuminating subjects 
that are out of range of the built-in flash.
 ● High-Power Flash units cannot be used in [], [], or [] 
shooting mode when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual].
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