Canon Digital IXUS 230 HS User Manual

							Camera User Guide
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• Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera.
• Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera  properly.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
 
						

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Check if the following items are included in your camera package.
If anything is missing, contact the retailer where you purchased the camera.
Checking the Package Contents
Using the Manuals
Also refer to the manuals on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk.
•Camera User Guide (This Guide)
Once you have mastered the basics, use the 
camera’s many features to shoot more challenging 
photos.
• Software Guide
Read when you want to use the included software.
•A memory card is not included (p. 16).
• Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Microsoft Word/
Word Viewer can be installed to view the Word manuals (required only for 
manuals for the Middle East).
Battery Pack NB-4L 
(with Terminal Cover)Camera Battery Charger 
CB-2LV/CB-2LVE
Interface Cable 
IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap 
WS-DC11
Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA 
Solution DiskWarranty System 
Booklet
 
						

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•Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images 
were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and 
affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages 
arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory 
cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be 
recorded in a way that is machine readable.
• The images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. 
Do not record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior 
permission of the copyright holder. Please be advised that in certain cases 
the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial 
properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright 
or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use.
• For information on your cameras warranty, please refer to the Canon 
Warranty System Booklet supplied with your camera.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Warranty System 
Booklet.
• The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing 
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but 
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. 
This is not a malfunction and has no effect on the recorded image.
• The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection 
against scratches during shipment. If covered, remove the film before 
using the camera.
• Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the 
camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction.
Read This First
 
						

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4Shoot
zShoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings (Auto mode) ..... 26
zFocus on faces ................................................................. 26, 62, 92
zShoot in places where I cannot use  the flash (turn off the flash) .. 52
zTake pictures with me in them too (self-timer) ........................ 55, 75
zInsert the date and time into my shots .......................................... 54
zShoot a movie clip just before taking a picture ............................. 72
What Do You Want to Do?
IwPAt the Beach 
(p. 63) Against Snow 
(p. 63)
Portraits 
(p. 62)
Take good people shots
OFoliage 
(p. 63)
Shoot various other scenes
tFireworks  (p. 64)
VKids and Pets  (p. 62)
Shoot with special effects
Facial Expressions  (p. 79)
Low Light 
(p. 63)Night Scenes  (p. 63)
Miniature Effect  (p. 66) Fish-eye Effect 
(p. 66)
Vivid Colors (p. 65)
Poster Effect 
(p. 65)Monochrome  (p. 68)
Toy Camera Effect 
(p. 67)
 
						

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1View
zLook at my pictures ...................................................................... 29
zAutomatically play back pi ctures (slideshow) ............................. 117
zLook at my pictures on a TV ....................................................... 170
zLook at my pictures on a computer .............................................. 34
zQuickly search pictures .............................................................. 114
zErase pictures....................................................................... 30, 128
EShoot/View Movies
zShoot movies ........................................................................ 31, 103
zView movies ................................................................................. 33
zShoot fast moving subjects and play  them back in slow motion . 106
cPrint
zPrint pictures............................................................................... 142
Save
zSave images to a computer .......................................................... 34
3 Other
zTurn off sounds............................................................................. 46
zUse the camera abroad ........................................................ 16, 164
zUnderstand what is displayed on the screen .............................. 183
 
						

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Checking the Package Contents .......2
Read This First ..................................3
What Do You Want to Do? ................4
Table of Contents ..............................6
Conventions Used in This Guide .......9
Safety Precautions...........................10
1Getting Started ................. 13
Charging the Battery ........................14
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) ...........................16
Inserting the Battery and  Memory Card .................................17
Setting the Date and Time ...............20
Setting the Display Language ..........22
Formatting Memory Cards ...............23
Pressing the Shutter Button .............25
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)...........26
Viewing Images ...............................29
Erasing Images ................................30
Shooting Movies ..............................31
Viewing Movies ................................33
Transferring Images to a Computer  for Viewing .....................................34
2Learning More .................. 39
Components Guide ..........................40
Screen Display.................................42
Indicator ...........................................43
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations ....44
MENU – Basic Operations ...............45
Changing the Sound Settings ..........46
Adjusting the Screen Brightness......48
Returning the Camera to Default 
Settings..........................................49 Power Saving Function 
(Auto Power Down) ....................... 50
Clock Function ................................ 50
3Shooting with Commonly 
Used Functions ................51
Turning the Flash Off ...................... 52
Zooming In More Closely on  Subjects (Digital Zoom)................. 53
Inserting the Date and Time ............ 54
Using the Self-Timer ....................... 55
Changing the Aspect Ratio ............. 58
Changing the Recording Pixel  Setting (Image Size) ..................... 59
Changing the Compression Ratio  (Image Quality) ............................. 59
4Adding Effects and 
Shooting in Various 
Conditions ........................61
Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 62
Adding Effects and Shooting ........... 65
Making Short Movi es Automatically 
(Movie Digest) ............................... 72
Detecting a Face and Shooting  (Smart Shutter) ............................. 73
Shooting Long Exposures ............... 77
High-Speed Continuous Shooting  (High-speed Burst) ........................ 78
Capturing the Best Facial  Expressions (Best Image 
Selection) ...................................... 79
Shooting Stitch Assist Images......... 80
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5Choosing Settings 
Yourself............................. 81
Shooting in Program AE ................. 82
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ............ 83
Turning the Flash On ...................... 83
Adjusting the White Balance ........... 84
Changing the ISO Speed ................ 85
Correcting the Brightness and  Shooting (i-Contrast)..................... 86
Continuous Shooting....................... 87
Changing the Tone of an Image  (My Colors) ................................... 88
Shooting Close-ups (Macro) ........... 90
Shooting Far Away Subjects  (Infinity) ......................................... 90
Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 92
Choosing the Subject to Focus On  (Tracking AF) ................................ 94
Magnifying the Focal Point.............. 95
Shooting with the AF Lock .............. 96
Shooting with Servo AF .................. 97
Changing the Metering Method....... 98
Shooting with the AE Lock .............. 99
Shooting with the FE Lock .............. 99
Shooting with Slow Synchro ......... 100
Red-Eye Correction ...................... 101
Checking for Shut Eyes ................ 102
6Using Various Functions for 
Shooting Movies ............ 103
Shooting Various Kinds of  Movies ........................................ 104 Shoot Movies That Look Like a 
Miniature Model 
(Miniature Effect) ......................... 105
Shooting Super Slow Motion  Movies ......................................... 106
Changing the Image Quality .......... 108
Using the Wind Filter ..................... 109
Other Shooting Functions.............. 110
Editing ........................................... 111
7Using Various Playback and 
Editing Functions........... 113
Quickly Searching Images............. 114
Viewing Images in Filtered  Playback...................................... 115
Viewing Slideshows....................... 117
Checking the Focus....................... 119
Magnifying Images ........................ 120
Viewing Each Image in a Group .... 121
Displaying Various Images  (Smart Shuffle) ............................ 123
Changing Image Transitions ......... 124
Protecting Images ......................... 124
Erasing Images ............................. 128
Tagging Images as Favorites ........ 130
Organizing Images by Category  (My Category) ............................. 132
Rotating Images ............................ 135
Resizing Images ............................ 136
Trimming ....................................... 137
Adding Effects with the My Colors  Function ...................................... 138
Correcting the Brightness  (i-Contrast) .................................. 139
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect....... 140
 
						

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8Printing............................ 141
Printing Images ..............................142
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) ........................................149
Choosing Images for a  Photobook ...................................154
9Customizing Camera 
Settings ........................... 157
Changing Camera Settings............158
Changing Shooting Function Settings........................................165
Changing Playback Function  Settings........................................168
10Useful Information .........169
Viewing Images on a TV ............... 170
Using Household Power................ 174
Using an Eye-Fi Card .................... 175
Troubleshooting ............................ 177
List of Messages That Appear  on the Screen.............................. 180
Information Displayed  on the Screen.............................. 183
Functions and Menu Lists ............. 188
Handling Precautions .................... 197
Specifications ................................ 198
Accessories ................................... 202
Separately Sold Accessories ........ 203
Index ............................................. 205
 
						

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•Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches.
• Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets).
• The directional buttons and FUNC./SET button are represented by the 
following icons.
• : Things you should be careful about
• : Troubleshooting tips
• : Hints for getting more out of your camera
• : Supplemental information
• (p. xx): Reference pages (“xx” stands for a page number)
• This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings.
• The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are 
collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.
Conventions Used in This Guide
Right Button FUNC./SET Button
Up Button
Left Button
Down Button
 
						

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•Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precaut\
ions described 
below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly.
• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to 
yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.
• Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you 
use.
Safety Precautions
 WarningDenotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular, 
remain at least 1 meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.
• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
• Use only recommended power sources.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the product.
• Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
• To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the product if it has been 
dropped or otherwise damaged.
• Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or 
otherwise behaves abnormally.
• Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the 
product.
• Do not let the product come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other 
liquids.
• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn 
the camera off and remove the battery.
If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera 
distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
• Use only the recommended battery.
• Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
• Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust 
and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the 
surrounding area.
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated capacity of the 
electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if the power cord or plug are 
damaged, or not fully plugged into the outlet.
• Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the terminals 
or plug.
The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause 
injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the battery 
electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.