Canon Powershot A2600 User Guide

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Preliminary Notes  
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Contents: Basic 
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Smart Auto 
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Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
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Camera User Guide
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Package Contents
Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package.
If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer.
Camera Wrist Strap
WS-800 Getting Started Warranty Card
Battery Pack
NB-11L Battery Charger
CB-2LF/CB-2LFE
A2600
AA Alkaline  Batteries (x2)
A1400
•	A memory card is not included.
Compatible Memor y Cards
The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless o\
f 
capacity.
•	 SD memory cards*
•	 SDHC memory cards*
•	 SDXC memory cards*
•	Eye-Fi cards* Cards	conforming	to	SD	standards.	However,	not	all	memory	cards	have	been	verified	to work with the camera.
About Eye-Fi CardsThis product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (includ\
ing 
wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please che\
ck 
with the card manufacturer.
Also note that an approval is required to use Eye-Fi cards in many count\
ries 
or regions. Without approval, use of the card is not permitted. If it is\
 unclear 
whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check wit\
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the card manufacturer.
  
						

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Preliminar y Notes and Legal 
Information
•	 Take and review some test shots initially 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 result in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be 
recorded in a way that is machine readable.
•	 Images recorded by the camera are intended for personal use. Refrain 
from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note that 
even for personal use, photography may contravene copyright or other 
legal rights at some performances or exhibitions, or in some commercial \
settings.
•	 The camera warranty is valid only in the area of purchase. In case of 
camera problems while abroad, return to the area of purchase before 
contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
•	 Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision 
manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the pixels meet 
design
	specifications,	in	rare	cases	some	pixels	may	be	defective	or	may	appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate camera damage or 
affect recorded images.
•	 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.
•	 When the camera is used over an extended period, it may become warm. 
This does not indicate damage.
  
						

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Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
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 Speaker Zoom lever Shooting:  /   
Playback:  /  Lens Shutter button Lamp Power button Microphone
 Flash Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover Indicator DC coupler cable port Strap mount AV OUT (Audio/video output) / 
DIGITAL terminal
 Screen (LCD monitor) Movie button  /  / Up button
  / Left button  button
 < (Help)> button FUNC./SET button  / Right button  / Down button  button
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 Zoom lever Shooting:  /  
Playback:  /  Lamp Microphone Lens Shutter button Power button
 Flash Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover DC coupler cable port Strap mount AV OUT (Audio/video output) / 
DIGITAL terminal
 Screen (LCD monitor) Movie button  /  / Up button
  / Left button  button < (Help)> button
 FUNC./SET button  / Right button  / Down button  button Speaker	 Viewfinder Indicator
  
						

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•	 In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera 
buttons on which they appear, or which they resemble.
•	 The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons.
  Up button  on back  Left button  on back  Right button  on back  Down button  on back
•	 Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets.
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: Important information you should know
•	
: Notes and tips for expert camera use
•	 =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represent\
s a 
page number)
•	 Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings.
•	 For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as 
the “memory card”.
•	 The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is used for st\
ill 
images, movies, or both.
Still Images:   Indicates that the function is used when shooting or 
viewing still images.
Movies:   Indicates that the function is used when shooting or 
viewing movies.
•	 The following icons are used to indicate functions that differ depending 
on the camera model:
A2600: Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A2600 onlyA1400: Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A1400 only
•	 This guide uses PowerShot A2600 illustrations and screenshots for all 
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Image Viewing Options ................ 71
Protecting Images
 ........................ 72
Erasing Images
 ............................ 74
Rotating Images
 ........................... 75
Editing Still Images
 ...................... 77
6 Setting Menu ........................ 80
Adjusting Basic Camera 
Functions ..................................... 81
7 Accessories .........................87
Optional Accessories ...................88
Using  Optional Accessories
 ......... 90
Printing Images
 ............................ 93
Using an Eye-Fi Card................. 101
8 Appendix ............................103
Troubleshooting .........................104
On-Screen Messages
 ................ 107
On-Screen Information
 .............. 109
Functions and Menu Tables
 ....... 111
Handling Precautions
 ................. 11 7
Specifications
 ............................. 11 7
Index
 .......................................... 121
Table of  Contents
Package Contents .........................2
Compatible Memory Cards
 ............ 2
Preliminary Notes and Legal 
Information
 ..................................... 3
Part Names and Conventions 
in This Guide
 .................................. 4
Table of Contents
 ........................... 6
Contents: Basic Operations
 ........... 7
Safety Precautions
 ......................... 8
Basic Guide ....................11
Initial Preparations .......................12
Trying the Camera Out
 ................ 18
Using the Software
 ...................... 21
System Map
 ................................. 26
Advanced Guide .............27
1 Camera Basics ..................... 27
On/Off .......................................... 28
Shutter Button
 .............................. 29
Optical
	Viewfinder ........................ 29
Shooting Display Options
 ............ 30
FUNC. Menu
 ................................ 30
MENU Menu
 ................................ 31
Indicator Display
 .......................... 32
2 Smart Auto Mode .................33
Shooting  (Smart Auto) ................. 34
Common, Convenient Features
 ... 38
Image Customization Features
 .... 42
Helpful Shooting Features
 ........... 44
Customizing Camera 
Operation
 ..................................... 44
3 Other Shooting Modes ........45
Specific	Scenes ........................... 46
Applying Special Effects
 .............. 48
Special Modes for Other 
Purposes
 ...................................... 51
4 P Mode ..................................53
Shooting in Program AE 
( Mode) .................................. 54
Image Brightness 
(Exposure Compensation)
 ........... 54
Color and Continuous Shooting
 ... 57
Shooting Range and Focusing
 .... 58
Flash
 ............................................ 62
Using Eco Mode
 .......................... 63
Other Settings
 .............................. 64
5 Playback Mode ....................67
Viewing ........................................ 68
Browsing and Filtering Images
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Contents: Basic Operations
 4 Shoot
zzUse camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) .................................... 34
Shooting people well
IPortraits (=  46)
PAgainst Snow (=  46)
Matching	specific	scenes
Low Light(=  46)
tFireworks (=  46)
Applying special effects
Vivid Colors (=  48)Poster Effect (=  48)Fish-Eye Effect (=  48)
Miniature Effect (=  49)Toy Camera Effect (=  50)Monochrome(=  50)
zzWhile adjusting image settings (Live View Control) ............................. 47
zzFocus on faces ......................................................................... 34, 46, 59
zzWithout	using	the	flash	(Flash	Off) .......................................................41
zzInclude yourself in the shot (Self-Timer) ........................................39, 51
zzAdd a date stamp ................................................................................. 41
 1 View
zzView images (Playback Mode) .............................................................68
zzAutomatic playback (Slideshow) ..........................................................71
zzOn a TV ................................................................................................ 90
zzOn a computer .....................................................................................22
zzBrowse through images quickly .....................................................69, 70
zzErase images ....................................................................................... 74
 E Shoot/View Movies
zzShoot movies .......................................................................................34
zzView movies (Playback Mode) .............................................................68
 c Print
zzPrint pictures ........................................................................................ 93
  Save
zzSave images to a computer .................................................................24
  
						

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Safety Precautions
•	 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.
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/batteries.
A2600If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consul\
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your camera retailer or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
A1400•	 Do	not	look	through	the	viewfinder	at	bright	light	sources	(such	as	the sun on a clear day).
This could damage your eyesight.
•	 Use only the recommended battery/batteries.
•	 Do
	not	place	the	battery/batteries	near	or	in	direct	flame.A2600•	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/batteries 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 o\
r 
clothing,	immediately	flush	with	water.
•	 Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the 
operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate\
 
caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices \
is 
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CautionDenotes the possibility of injury.
•	 When holding the camera by the strap, be careful not to bang it, 
subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other 
objects.
•	 Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
•	 Be careful not to subject the screen to strong impacts.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
•	 When
	using	the	flash,	be	careful	not	to	cover	it	with	your	fingers	or	clothing.
This	could	result	in	burns	or	damage	to	the	flash.
•	 Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places:
-
 Places subject to direct sunlight
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F)
- Humid or dusty areas
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery/
batteries,
	resulting	in	electrical	shock,	fire,	burns	or	other	injuries.
High temperatures may cause deformation of the camera or battery charger\
 
casing.
CautionDenotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
•	 Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a 
clear day).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
•	 When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful 
not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
•	 In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the 
flash.
This
	is	due	to	the	high	intensity	of	the	flash	burning	dust	and	foreign	materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to re\
move 
dirt,	dust	or	other	foreign	matter	from	the	flash	to	prevent	heat	build-up	and	damage to the unit.
•	 Remove and store the battery/batteries when you are not using the 
camera.
If the battery or batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by\
 
leakage may occur.
•	 Before you discard the battery/batteries, cover the terminals with 
tape or other insulators.
Contacting
	other	metal	materials	may	lead	to	fire	or	explosions.
A2600•	 Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging is 
complete, or when you are not using it.
•	 Do not place anything, such as cloth, on top of the battery charger 
while it is charging.
Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to 
overheat
	and	distort,	resulting	in	fire.
A2600•	 Do not place the battery near pets.
Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, 
resulting
	in	fire	or	damage.
A1400•	 Do not charge batteries of different types at the same time, or use 
older batteries together with newer batteries.
•	 Do not insert the batteries with the + and – terminals reversed.
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•	 Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket.
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 any hard objects to the camera.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.