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Saving Images to a Computer
Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration.
1	 Connect	the	camera	to	the	computer.
zzFollow step 3 in “Installing the Software” 
(=  20) to connect the camera to a 
computer.
2	 Turn	the	camera	on	to	access	CameraWindow.
zzPress the  button to turn the camera on.
zzOn a Macintosh computer, CameraWindow is 
displayed when a connection is established 
between the camera and computer.
zzFor Windows, follow the steps introduced 
below.
zzIn the screen that displays, click the [] 
link to modify the program.
zzChoose [Downloads Images From Canon 
Camera using Canon CameraWindow] 
and then click [OK].
zzDouble click [].
3	 Save	the	images	to	the	computer.
zzClick [Import Images from Camera], and 
then click [Import Untransferred Images].
XXImages are now saved to the Pictures 
folder on the computer, in separate 
folders named by date.
zzAfter images are saved, close 
CameraWindow, press the  button 
to turn the camera off, and unplug the 
cable.
zzFor instructions on viewing images on 
a computer, refer to the Software Guide  
(=
  18).
•	 In Windows 7, if the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [] icon in the 
taskbar.
•	 To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images 
From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed 
when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed,\
 
click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs]  ►
 [Canon Utilities]  ►
 
[CameraWindow]  ►
 [CameraWindow].
•	 On a Macintosh computer, if CameraWindow is not displayed after step 2, click 
the [CameraWindow] icon in the Dock (the bar at the bottom of the deskt\
op).
CameraWindow
  
						

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•	 Although you can save images to a computer simply by connecting your 
camera to the computer without using the software, the following limitat\
ions 
apply.
-
 It may take a few minutes after you connect the camera to the computer u\
ntil 
camera images are accessible.
-
 Images shot in vertical orientation may be saved in horizontal orientati\
on.
- Image protection settings may be cleared from images saved to a computer\
.
- Some problems may occur when saving images or image information, 
depending on the operating system version, the software in use, or image\
 
file sizes.
-
 Some functions provided by the software may not be available, such as 
movie editing.
Using the PDF Manuals
Camera	User	Guide
zzAccess this guide by double-clicking the desktop shortcut icon.
Software	Guide
zzThe guide can be accessed from the help system of software (some 
software excluded).
•	 It may not be possible to install the PDF manuals on computers that do n\
ot 
meet the system requirements (=  19). However, you can view the manuals 
on a computer that supports Adobe Reader by copying the PDF files in the 
Readme folder on the CD-ROM directly to a convenient location on the 
computer.
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Downloadable Software
The software available for download from the Canon website is introduced\
 
below, with instructions for installation and saving images to a computer.
Software
After downloading the software from the Canon website and installing it,\
 you 
can do the following things on your computer.
CameraWindow
zzImport images and change camera settings
ImageBrowser	EX
zzManage images: view, search, and organize
zzPrint and edit images
•	 Internet access is required, and any ISP account charges and 
access fees must be paid separately.
Software	GuideRefer to this guide when using the software. The guide can be accessed 
from the help system of the software (some software excluded).
  
						

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System Requirements
The software can be used on the following computers.
Operating	System Windows
Macintosh
Windows 8
Windows 7 SP1
Windows Vista SP2
Windows XP SP3 Mac OS X 10.6
Mac OS X 10.7
Mac OS X 10.8*1
Computer
Computers running one of the above operating systems 
(preinstalled), with an included USB port and Internet connection
Processor Still images
1.6
 GHz or higher
Movies
Core 2 Duo 1.66
 GHz or higher Still images
Mac OS X 10.7 – 10.8:  
Core 2 Duo or higher
Mac OS X 10.6:  
Core Duo 1.83
 GHz or higher
Movies
Mac OS X 10.7 – 10.8:  
Core 2 Duo or higher
Mac OS X 10.6:
Core Duo 1.83
 GHz or higher
RAM Still images
Windows 8 (64 bit),
Windows 7 (64 bit):  
2 GB or more
Windows 8 (32 bit),
Windows 7 (32 bit), 
Windows Vista: 1
 GB or more
Windows XP: 512 MB or more
Movies
1
 GB or more Mac OS X 10.7 – 10.8:
2
 GB or more
Mac OS X 10.6: 1 GB or more
Interfaces USB
Free
	Hard	Disk	Space 440 MB or more*2550 MB or more*2
Display
1024 x 768 resolution or higher
*1 Information on computer models compatible with Mac OS X 10.8 is available on the 
Apple website.
*2
 Includes Silverlight 5.1 (max. 100 MB). Additionally, in Windows XP, Microsoft .NET 
Framework 3.0 or later (max. 500 MB) must be installed. Installation may take some 
time, depending on computer performance.
•	 Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including 
supported OS versions.
Installing the Software
Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration.
What	you	will	need:
zzComputer
zzUSB cable (camera end: Mini-B)
1	 Download	the	software.
zzWith a computer connected to the Internet, 
access http://www.canon.com/icpd/.
zzAccess the site for your country or region.
zzDownload the software.
2	 Begin	the	installation.
zzOpen the downloaded file. 
zzClick [Easy Installation] and follow the 
on-screen instructions to complete the 
installation process.
  
						

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4	 Install	the	files.
zzTurn the camera on, and follow the 
on-screen instructions to complete the 
installation process.
XXThe software will connect to the Internet 
to update to the latest version and 
download new functions. Installation may 
take some time, depending on computer 
performance and the Internet connection.
zzClick [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen 
after installation.
zzTurn the camera off and disconnect the 
cable.
•	 Using the software, you can update to the latest version, and download n\
ew 
functions via the Internet (some software excluded).
•	 The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed, 
so it may take a few minutes until camera images are accessible.
•	 Because the content and functions of software vary according to the came\
ra 
model, if you have several cameras, you must use each camera to update t\
o 
its latest version of the software.
3	 When	a	message	is	displayed	prompting	you	to	connect	the	camera,	connect	it	to	a	computer.
zzWith the camera turned off, open the 
cover (). With the smaller plug of the 
USB cable in the orientation shown, 
insert the plug fully into the camera 
terminal (
).
zzInsert the larger plug of the USB cable 
in the computer’s USB port. For details 
about USB connections on the computer, 
refer to the computer user manual.
  
						

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zzDouble click [].
3	 Save	the	images	to	the	computer.
zzClick [Import Images from Camera], and 
then click [Import Untransferred Images].
XXImages are now saved to the Pictures 
folder on the computer, in separate 
folders named by date.
zzAfter images are saved, close 
CameraWindow, press the  button 
to turn the camera off, and unplug the 
cable.
zzFor instructions on viewing images on 
a computer, refer to the Software Guide  
(=
  22).
CameraWindow
Saving Images to a Computer
Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. \
For other functions, refer to the help system of the relevant software (\
some 
software excluded).
1	 Connect	the	camera	to	the	computer.
zzFollow step 3 in “Installing the Software” 
(=  24) to connect the camera to a 
computer.
2	 Turn	the	camera	on	to	access	CameraWindow.
zzPress the  button to turn the camera 
on.
zzOn a Macintosh computer, 
CameraWindow is displayed when a 
connection is established between the 
camera and computer.
zzFor Windows, follow the steps introduced 
below.
zzIn the screen that displays, click the [] 
link to modify the program.
zzChoose [Downloads Images From Canon 
Camera using Canon CameraWindow] 
and then click [OK].
  
						

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System Map
ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135
Wrist Strap   WS-800 Battery Pack 
NB-11L*1Battery Charger  CB-2LF/ 
CB-2LFE*
1
DIGITAL
CAMERA
Solution Disk
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*
1
Memory Card Card Reader Windows/
Macintosh  Computer
TV/Video System
AC Adapter  Kit
ACK-DC90
High-Power FlashHF-DC2*
2
Included	Accessories
Power Flash
	UnitCanon-brand	PictBridge-
Compatible	Printers
Cable
AV  Cable AVC-DC400
*1
 Also available for purchase separately.
*2 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 also supported.
•	 In Windows 7, if the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [] icon in the 
taskbar.
•	 To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images 
From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed 
when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed,\
 
click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] 
► [Canon Utilities] 
► 
[CameraWindow]  ► [CameraWindow].
•	 On a Macintosh computer, if CameraWindow is not displayed after step 2, click 
the [CameraWindow] icon in the Dock (the bar at the bottom of the deskt\
op).
•	 Although you can save images to a computer simply by connecting your 
camera to the computer without using the software, the following limitat\
ions 
apply.
-
 It may take a few minutes after you connect the camera to the computer u\
ntil 
camera images are accessible.
-
 Images shot in vertical orientation may be saved in horizontal orientati\
on.
-
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.
-
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depending on the operating system version, the software in use, or image\
 
file sizes.
-
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movie editing.
  
						

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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 doe\
s not apply to 
repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories,\
 although you 
may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longe\
r be 
available.ELPH 115 ISIXUS 132
Wrist Strap   WS-800 Battery Pack 
NB-11L*1Battery Charger  CB-2LF/ 
CB-2LFE*
1
USB cable (camera end: Mini-B)*3
Memory Card Card Reader Windows/
Macintosh  Computer
TV/Video System
AC Adapter  Kit
ACK-DC90
High-Power FlashHF-DC2*
2
Included	Accessories
Power Flash
	UnitCanon-brand	PictBridge-
Compatible	Printers
Cable
AV  Cable AVC-DC400
*1
 Also available for purchase separately.
*2 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 also supported.
*3 A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-400PCU).
  
						

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1Camera	Basics
Advanced	Guide
Camera Basics
Practical guide that introduces other camera basics and 
describes shooting and playback options
1
4
On/Off	........................................ 29
Shutter
	Button	.......................... 30
Shooting
	Display	Options	....... 30
FUNC.
	Menu	.............................. 31MENU
	Menu	..............................
32
Indicator
	Display	...................... 33
Clock
	......................................... 33
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On/Off
Shooting	Mode
zzPress the power button to turn the 
camera on and prepare for shooting.
zzTo turn the camera off, press the power 
button again.
Playback	Mode
zzPress the  button to turn the camera 
on and view your shots.
zzTo turn the camera off, press the  
button again.
•	 To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the < 1> button.
•	 To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button 
halfway (=
  30).
•	 The lens will be retracted after about one minute once the camera is in \
Playback mode. You can turn the camera off when the lens is retracted by 
pressing the < 1> button.
Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)
As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates 
the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of 
inactivity.
Power	Saving	in	Shooting	ModeThe screen is automatically deactivated after about one minute of inacti\
vity. 
In about two more minutes, the lens is retracted and the camera turns it\
self 
off. To activate the screen and prepare for shooting when the screen is off 
but the lens is still out, press the shutter button halfway ( =
  30).
Power	Saving	in	Playback	ModeThe camera turns itself off automatically after about five minutes of 
inactivity.
•	You can deactivate Auto Power Down and adjust the timing of Display Off, if 
you prefer (=  113).
ELPH 130 ISIXUS 140ELPH 120 ISIXUS 135•	Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer v\
ia 
the interface cable ( =  21), or when connected to other devices via Wi-Fi 
(=  87).
ELPH 115 ISIXUS 132•	 Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer 
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Shutter Button
To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter 
button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button \
all 
the way down to shoot.
In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the \
button halfway  or all the way down .
1	 Press	halfway.	(Press	lightly	to	focus.)
zzPress the shutter button halfway. The 
camera beeps twice, and AF frames are 
displayed around image areas in focus.
2	 Press	all	the	way	down.	(From	the	halfway	position,	press	fully	to	shoot.)
XXThe camera shoots, as a shutter sound 
is played.
zzKeep the camera still until the shutter 
sound ends.
•	Images may be out of focus if you shoot without initially pressing the 
shutter button halfway.
•	 Length of shutter sound playback varies depending on the time 
required for the shot. It may take longer in some shooting scenes, 
and images will be blurry if you move the camera (or the subject 
moves) before the shutter sound ends.
Shooting Display Options
Press the  button to view other information on the screen, or to hide 
the information. For details on the information displayed, see On-Screen\
 
Information (=
  135).
Information is displayed No information is 
displayed
•	Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night display functi\
on 
when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how sho\
ts 
are composed. However, on-screen image brightness may not match the 
brightness of your shots. Note that any on-screen image distortion or je\
rky 
subject motion will not affect recorded images.
•	 For playback display options, see Switching Display Modes ( =
  72).