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    							Camera User Guide
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    ©CANON INC. 2013 CDD-E537-010
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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 
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    Contents:		
    Basic	Operations
    Advanced	Guide
    Camera	Basics
    Smart
    	Auto	Mode
    Other	Shooting	Modes
    P	Mode
    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
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    Basic	Guide
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    Advanced	Guide
    Camera	Basics
    Smart
    	Auto	Mode
    Other	Shooting	Modes
    P	Mode
    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
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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.
    Package Contents
    Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package.
    If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer.
    Camera
    Battery Pack
    NB-11LBattery Charger
    CB-2LF/CB-2LFE
    Wrist Strap WS-800Getting Started
    Warranty Card
    DIGITAL CAMERA  Solution Disk*(CD-ROM)Interface CableIFC-400PCU
    ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135
    * Contains software and PDF manuals ( =  18).
    • A memory card is not included ( =  2).
    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*
    * Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified 
    to work with the camera.
      
    						
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    Contents:		
    Basic	Operations
    Advanced	Guide
    Camera	Basics
    Smart
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    Other	Shooting	Modes
    P	Mode
    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
    Playback	Mode
    Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
     Zoom lever Shooting:   /  
    
     Playback:   /  
    
     Lens Speaker
     Shutter button Lamp
     Power button Microphone Flash ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135 Wi-Fi antenna area Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover
     DC coupler cable port Strap mount
    •	 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.
     Screen (LCD monitor)  button Movie button Mode switch AV OUT (Audio/video output) / 
    DIGITAL terminal
     Indicator  button
     ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135  / 
    < (Wi-Fi)> / Up button
     ELPH 115 IS IXUS 132  / 
    Up button
      / Left button FUNC./SET button  / Right button  / Down button
    •	 The following icons are used to indicate functions that differ depending 
    on the camera model:
    ELPH 130 IS IXUS 140:  Functions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 130 
    IS/IXUS 140 only
    ELPH 120 IS IXUS 135:  Functions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 120 
    IS/IXUS 135 only
    ELPH 115 IS IXUS 132:  Functions and precautions for the PowerShot ELPH 115 
    IS/IXUS 132 only
      
    						
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    Contents:		
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    Advanced	Guide
    Camera	Basics
    Smart
    	Auto	Mode
    Other	Shooting	Modes
    P	Mode
    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
    Playback	Mode
    •	 This guide uses PowerShot ELPH 130 IS/IXUS 140 illustrations and 
    screenshots for all explanations.
    •	 In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera 
    buttons and switches 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.
    •	
    : Important information you should know
    •	
    : Notes and tips for expert camera use
    •	 =xx:  Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represents \
    a 
    page number)
      
    						
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    Contents:		
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    Advanced	Guide
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    Smart
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    P	Mode
    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
    Playback	Mode
    Package Contents ......................... 2
    Compatible Memory Cards
     ............ 2
    Preliminary Notes and Legal 
    Information
     ..................................... 2
    Part Names and Conventions in  
    This Guide...................................... 3
    T
    
    able of Contents
     ........................... 5
    Contents: Basic Operations
     ........... 6
    Safety Precautions
     ......................... 7
    Basic Guide ....................10
    Initial Preparations .......................11
    Trying the Camera Out
     ................ 15
    Software, PDF Manuals  
    (on the included CD-ROM)
     .......... 18
    Downloadable Software
     ............... 22
    System Map
     ................................. 26
    Advanced Guide .............28
    1 Camera	Basics	..................... 28
    On/Off .......................................... 29
    Shutter Button
     .............................. 30
    Shooting Display Options
     ............ 30
    FUNC. Menu
     ................................ 31
    MENU Menu
     ................................ 32
    Indicator Display
     .......................... 33
    Clock
     ............................................ 33
    2 Smart	Auto	Mode	.................34
    Shooting  (Smart Auto) ................. 35
    Common, Convenient Features
     ... 39
    Image Customization Features
     .... 42
    Helpful Shooting Features
     ........... 44
    Customizing Camera Operation
     .. 46
    3 Other	Shooting	Modes	........ 48
    Specific Scenes ........................... 49
    Applying Special Effects
     .............. 50
    Special Modes for Other  
    Purposes
     ...................................... 54
    4 P	Mode	..................................58
    Shooting in Program AE  
    ([P] Mode) .................................... 59
    Image Brightness  
    (Exposure Compensation)
     ........... 59
    Color and Continuous Shooting
     ... 61
    Shooting Range and Focusing
     .... 64
    Flash
     ............................................ 68
    Other Settings
     .............................. 69
    5 Playback	Mode	....................70
    Viewing ........................................ 71
    Browsing and Filtering Images
     .... 73
    Image Viewing Options
     ................ 74
    Protecting Images
     ........................ 76
    Table of  ContentsErasing Images ............................ 78
    Rotating Images
     ........................... 80
    Image Categories
     ........................ 81
    Editing Still Images
     ...................... 82
    Editing Movies.............................. 85
    6 Wi-Fi	Functions	...................87
    What You Can Do With Wi-Fi .......88
    Using Wi-Fi to Send Images  
    From the Camera
     ......................... 89
    Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)  
    Precautions
     .................................. 89
    Security Precautions
     .................... 90
    Glossary
     ....................................... 91
    Registering a Camera Nickname  
    (First time only)
     ............................ 92
    Connecting to Web Services
     ........ 93
    Connecting to a Smartphone
     ....... 95
    Connecting to Another Camera
     ... 97
    Connecting to a Computer
     ........... 98
    Connecting to a Printer
     .............. 103
    Sending Images
     ......................... 105
    Sending Images to a Computer  
    via CANON iMAGE  
    GATEWAY
     .................................. 107
    Geotagging Images on  
    the Camera
     ................................ 107
    Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi  
    Settings
     ...................................... 108
    7 Setting	Menu	......................11 0
    Adjusting Basic Camera  
    Functions ................................... 111
    8 Accessories	.......................11 7
    Optional Accessories .................11 8
    Using  Optional Accessories
     ....... 11 9
    Printing Images
     .......................... 121
    9 Appendix	............................ 129
    Troubleshooting .........................130
    On-Screen Messages
     ................ 133
    On-Screen Information
     .............. 135
    Functions and Menu Tables
     ....... 138
    Handling Precautions
     ................. 144
    Specifications
     ............................. 144
    Index
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    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
    Playback	Mode
    Contents: Basic Operations
     4 Shoot
    zzUse camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) .................................... 35
    Shooting people well
    IPortraits (=  49)
    PAgainst Snow (=  49)
    Matching specific scenes
    Low Light(=  49)
    t
    Fireworks (=  49)
    Applying special effects
    Vivid Colors (=  50)Poster Effect (=  50)Fish-Eye Effect (=  50)
    Miniature Effect (=  51)Toy Camera Effect (=  52)Monochrome(=  52)
    zzFocus on faces ......................................................................... 35, 49, 65
    zzWithout using the flash (Flash Off) ....................................................... 41
    zzInclude yourself in the shot (Self-Timer) ........................................ 39, 55
    zzAdd a date stamp ................................................................................. 41
     1	 View
    zzView images (Playback Mode) ............................................................. 71
    zzAutomatic playback (Slideshow) .......................................................... 75
    zzOn a TV ............................................................................................... 11 9
    zzOn a computer ..................................................................................... 19
    zzBrowse through images quickly ........................................................... 73
    zzErase images ....................................................................................... 78
     E	 Shoot/View	Movies
    zzShoot movies ....................................................................................... 35
    zzView movies (Playback Mode) ............................................................. 71
      
    						
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    Setting	Menu
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    Appendix
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    Basic	Guide
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     c	 Print
    zzPrint pictures ...................................................................................... 121
    		 Save
    zzSave images to a computer via a cable ............................................... 19
    ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135
    		 Use	Wi-Fi	Functions
    zzSend images to a smartphone ............................................................. 95
    zzShare images online ............................................................................ 98
    zzSend images to a computer ............................................................... 107
    Safety Precautions
    •	 Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precauti\
    ons 
    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.
    If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consul\
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    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
    Playback	Mode
    •	 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 an\
    d the battery 
    electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or 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 
    restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
    ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135•	 Do	not	play	the	supplied	CD-ROM(s)	in	any	CD	player	that	does	not	support	data	CD-ROMs.
    It is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the 
    loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on an audio CD player (music player). 
    Additionally, this could damage the speakers.
    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, 
    resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries.
    High temperatures may cause deformation of the camera or battery charger\
     casing.
    •	 The	slideshow	transition	effects	may	cause	discomfort	when	viewed	for	prolonged	periods.
    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 remove dirt,\
     dust or other 
    foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
    •	Remove	and	store	the	battery	when	you	are	not	using	the	camera.If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may o\
    ccur.
    •	Before	you	discard	the	battery,	cover	the	terminals	with	tape	or	other	insulators.
    Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
      
    						
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    Setting	Menu
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    •	 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.
    •	 Do
    	not	place	the	battery	near	pets.
    Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, 
    resulting in fire or damage.
    •	 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.
      
    						
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    Smart
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    P	Mode
    Wi-Fi	Functions
    Setting	Menu
    Accessories
    Appendix
    Index
    Basic	Guide
    Playback	Mode
    Gives basic instructions, from initial preparations to 
    shooting, playback, and saving on a computer
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    Basic Guide
    Initial	Preparations	................... 11
    Trying
    	the	Camera	Out	............. 15
    Software,
    	PDF	Manuals		
    (on	the	included	CD-ROM)	..... 18
    Downloadable
    	Software	........... 22
    System
    	Map	.............................. 26
      
    						
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