Canon PowerShot SX600 HS User Manual

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Before	Use
Basic	Guide
Advanced	Guide
Camera	Basics
Auto	Mode	/	Hybrid	Auto	Mode
Other	Shooting	Modes
P	Mode
Playback	Mode
Wi-Fi	Functions
Setting	Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Cannot	send	images.•	The destination device has insufficient storage space. Increase the storage space on 
the destination device and resend the images.
•	 The write-protect tab of the memory card in the destination camera is se\
t to the 
locked position. Slide the write-protect tab to the unlocked position.
•	 Images are not sent to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or other Web services if you move 
or rename image files or folders on the computer that received images sent using 
Image Sync via an access point ( =
  108). Before moving or renaming these image 
files or folders on the computer, make sure the images have already been sent to 
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or other Web services.
Cannot	resize	images	for	sending.•	 Images cannot be resized to be bigger than the resolution setting of the\
ir original size.
•	 Movies cannot be resized.
Images	take	a	long	time	to	send./The	wireless	connection	is	disrupted.•	Multiple images may take a long time to send. Try resizing the image to [] or [] 
to reduce sending time ( =  103).
•	 Movies may take a long time to send.
•	 Do not use the camera near sources of Wi-Fi signal interference, such as\
 microwave 
ovens, Bluetooth devices, or other equipment operating on the 2.4
 GHz band. Note 
that images may take a long time to send even when [] is displayed.
•	 Bring the camera closer to the other device you are trying to connect to\
 (such as the 
access point), and make sure there are no objects between the devices.
Want	to	erase	Wi-Fi	connection	information	before	disposing	of	the	camera	or	giving	it	to	someone	else.
•	Reset the Wi-Fi settings (=  11 2 ).
On-Screen Messages
If an error message is displayed, respond as follows.
No
	memory	card
•	The memory card may be inserted facing the wrong way. Reinsert the memory card 
facing the correct way (=  11 ).
Memory	card	locked
•	The write-protect tab of the memory card is set to the locked position. \
Switch the 
write-protect tab to the unlocked position ( =  11).
Cannot	record!•	Shooting was attempted without a memory card in the camera. To shoot, insert a 
memory card facing the correct way ( =  11).
Memory	card	error	(=		1 1 7 )•	If the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a s\
upported 
memory card (=  2) and have inserted it facing the correct way ( =  11), contact 
a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Insufficient	space	on	card•	 There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot ( =  24, 40, 51) 
or edit images ( =  80 – 83). Either erase unneeded images ( =  76) or insert a 
memory card with enough free space ( =  11).
Charge	the	battery	(=		1 0 )
No
	Image.•	 The memory card does not contain any images that can be displayed.
Protected!	(=		7 3 )
Unidentified
	Image/Incompatible	JPEG/Image	too	large./Cannot	play	back	MOV/Cannot	play	back	MP4•	 Unsupported or corrupt images cannot be displayed.
•	 It may not be possible to display images that were edited or renamed on \
a computer, 
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Auto	Mode	/	Hybrid	Auto	Mode
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Setting	Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Cannot	magnify!/Cannot	play	back	this	content	in	Smart	Shuffle/
Cannot	rotate/Cannot	modify	image/Cannot	modify/Cannot	assign	to	category/Unselectable	image.
•	 The following functions may be unavailable for images that were renamed \
or already 
edited on a computer, or images shot with another camera. Note that starred (*) 
functions are not available for movies.  
Magnify* (=
  71), Smart Shuffle* (=  72), Rotate* (=  78), Favorites (=  79), 
Edit* (=  80 – 83), Print List* (=  133), and Photobook Set-up* ( =  135).
•	 Grouped images cannot be processed ( =  43).
Invalid	selection	range•	When specifying a range for image selection ( =  74, 77, 134), you attempted to 
choose an initial image that was after the final image, or vice-versa.
Exceeded	selection	limit•	 More than 998 images were selected for Print List ( =  133) or Photobook Set-up 
(=  135). Choose 998 images or less.
•	 Print List (=  133) or Photobook Set-up (=  135) settings could not be saved 
correctly. Reduce the number of selected images and try again.
•	 You attempted to choose more than 500 images in Protect (=
  73), Erase (=  76), 
Favorites (=  79), Print List (=  133), or Photobook Set-up (=  135).
Naming	error!•	 The folder could not be created or images could not be recorded, because\
 the highest 
supported folder number (999) for storing images on the card has been \
reached and 
the highest supported image number (9999) for images in folders has be\
en reached. 
On the [3] tab, change [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset] (=
  11 8 ), or format the 
memory card (=  11 7 ).
Lens	Error•	This error may occur if the lens is held while it is moving, or when the\
 camera is used 
in dusty or sandy locations.
•	 Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, 
contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
A	camera	error	was	detected	(error number )•	If this error message is displayed immediately after a shot, the image m\
ay not have 
been saved. Switch to Playback mode to check for the image.
•	
Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, 
write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
File	Error•	 Correct printing ( =  129) may not be possible for photos from other cameras or 
images that have been altered using computer software, even if the camer\
a is 
connected to the printer.
Print	error•	 Check the paper size setting ( =  131). If this error message is displayed when the 
setting is correct, restart the printer and complete the setting on the \
camera again.
Ink	absorber	full•	 Contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk to request assistance with ink 
absorber replacement.
Wi-Fi
Connection	failed•	No access points were recognized. Check the access point settings ( =  95).
•	 A device could not be found. Turn the camera off and on again, and retry the 
connection.
•	 Check the device you want to connect to and make sure it is ready for co\
nnection.
Cannot	determine	access	point•	The WPS buttons on numerous access points were pressed simultaneously. 
Try reconnecting again.
No	access	points	found•	Check to make sure that the access point is turned on.
•	 When connecting to an access point manually, make sure that you entered the 
correct SSID.
Incorrect	password/Incorrect	Wi-Fi	security	settings•	Check the access point security settings ( =  95).
  
						

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Basic	Guide
Advanced	Guide
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Auto	Mode	/	Hybrid	Auto	Mode
Other	Shooting	Modes
P	Mode
Playback	Mode
Wi-Fi	Functions
Setting	Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
IP	address	conflict•	Reset the IP address so that it does not conflict with another.
Disconnected/Receiving	failed/Sending	failed•	You may be in an environment where Wi-Fi signals are obstructed.
•	 Avoid using the camera’s Wi-Fi function around microwave ovens, Bluetooth devices, 
and other devices that operate on the 2.4
 GHz band.
•	 Bring the camera closer to the other device you are trying to connect to\
 (such as the 
access point), and make sure there are no objects between the devices.
•	 Check the connected device to make sure it is not experiencing errors.
Sending	failed	
Memory	card	error
•	 If the same error message is displayed even when you have inserted a for\
matted 
memory card facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Receiving	failed	
Insufficient	space	on	card
•	 There is not enough free space on the memory card in the target camera t\
o receive 
images. Erase images to create space on the memory card, or insert a mem\
ory card 
with sufficient space.
Receiving	failed	
Memory	card	locked
•	 The write-protect tab of the memory card in the camera to receive the im\
ages is set to 
the locked position. Slide the write-protect tab to the unlocked positio\
n.
Receiving	failed	
Naming	error!
•	 When the highest folder number (999), and the highest image number (9\
999) have 
been reached on the receiving camera, images cannot be received.
Insufficient	space	on	server
•	Delete unnecessary images uploaded to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to create space.
•	 Save the images sent via Image Sync ( =  108) to your computer.
Check	network	settings•	Check to make sure your computer can connect to the Internet with the cu\
rrent 
network settings.
  
						

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Basic	Guide
Advanced	Guide
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Auto	Mode	/	Hybrid	Auto	Mode
Other	Shooting	Modes
P	Mode
Playback	Mode
Wi-Fi	Functions
Setting	Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
On-Screen Information
Shooting (Information Display)
 Battery level 
(=  144) White balance 
(=  55) My Colors (=  56) Drive mode 
(=  33) Eco mode (=  11 5) Self-timer (=  31) Camera shake 
warning ( =  28) Metering method 
(=  53)
 Still image 
compression 
(=
  63), 
Resolution ( =  34) Recordable shots* 
(=  155) Movie quality 
(=  35) Remaining time 
(=  156) Digital zoom 
magnification 
(
=  30), Digital tele-
converter (=  57)
 Focusing range 
(=  57), AF  lock 
(=  61) Shooting mode 
(=  146), Scene 
icon (=  29) Flash mode 
(=  61) Red-eye correction 
(=  35) AF frame (=  58) Spot AE point frame 
(=  53)
 Date stamp 
(=  32) ISO speed (=  54) Grid lines (=  36) AE lock (=  53), 
FE lock (=  62) Shutter speed Time zone (=  11 5 ) Aperture value
 Exposure 
compensation level 
(=
  52) Image stabilization 
(=  63) i-Contrast (=  54) Zoom bar (=  25) IS mode icon 
(=  29)
 Blink detection 
(=  37) Hybrid Auto  mode 
(=  27) Exposure 
compensation bar 
(=
  52)
* In [] mode, indicates the number of shots available.
Battery	LevelAn on-screen icon or message indicates the battery charge level.
Display Details
Sufficient charge
Slightly depleted, but sufficient
(Blinking red)Nearly depleted—charge the battery pack soon
[Charge the battery] Depleted—charge the battery pack immediately
  
						

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Wi-Fi	Functions
Setting	Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Playback (Detailed Information Display)
 Movies 
(=  25, 66), 
High-speed burst 
(=
  50), Switch 
display (GPS 
information) 
(=
  67) Shooting mode 
(=  146) ISO speed 
(=  54), Playback 
speed (=  45) Exposure 
compensation level 
(=
  52) White balance 
(=  55) Histogram (=  67)
 Group playback 
(=  70), 
Image editing 
(=
  80 – 83), 
Digest movies 
(=
  68) Compression (image 
quality) (=  63) / 
Resolution 
(=
  34), MP4 
(movies)
 Image Sync 
(=  108)
 Battery level 
(=  144) Metering method 
(=  53)
 Folder number - File 
number (=  11 8 ) Current image no. / 
Total no. of images
 Shutter speed  
(still images), Image 
quality / Frame rate 
(movies) (
=
  35)
 Aperture value Flash (=  61) i-Contrast   
(=  54, 82)
 Focusing range 
(=  57) File size
 Still images: 
Resolution ( =  155) 
Movies: Playback 
time (=
  156) Protection (=  73)
 Favorites (=  79) My Colors 
(=  56, 81), 
Creative Shot effect 
(=
  44)
 Red-eye correction 
(=  35, 82) Shooting date/time 
(=  12)
•	 Some information may not be displayed when viewing images on a TV 
(=  123).
Summary	of	Movie	Control	Panel	in	“Viewing”	(=		6 6 )
Exit
Play
Slow Motion (Press the  buttons to adjust the playback speed. 
No sound is played.)
Skip Backward* or Previous Clip ( =  84) (To continue skipping backward, 
keep holding down the < m> button.)
Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the < m> button.)
Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the  button.)
Skip Forward* or Next Clip (=  84) (To continue skipping forward, keep holding 
down the  <
m >
 button.)
* Edit (=
  83)
Erase Clip (displayed when a digest movie is selected ( =  84))
c Shown when the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer 
(=
  129).
*
 Displays the frame approx. 4 sec. before or after the current frame.
•	During movie playback, you can skip back or forward (or to the previous\
 or 
next clip) by pressing the < q> buttons.
  
						

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Auto	Mode	/	Hybrid	Auto	Mode
Other	Shooting	Modes
P	Mode
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Wi-Fi	Functions
Setting	Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Functions and Menu Tables
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
Shooting	Mode
Function4
G IP t N
Exposure Compensation ( =  52) – – –O O O O O O O O O O O O O–O O–
Flash (=
  61)O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O– –
h – – –
O O O O O–O–O O O O O O O–OZ
*1–
*1O– – – – – *1– – – – – – – – – –
!
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OAE Lock/FE Lock (=  53, 62)*2– – –O– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
AF Lock (=
  61) – – –O– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –OFocusing Range (
=  57)O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Oe u – – –O O– – –O O O O O O O O O O–OTracking AF Subject Selection (
=  58) – – –O O– – –O–O– – –O O O O–OScreen Display (
=  19)
No Information DisplayO–O O O– – –O O O– – – –O O O O OInformation DisplayO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
*1 Not available, but switches to [ Z] in some cases.
*2 FE lock not available in [ !] flash mode.O Available or set automatically.  –
 Not available.
  
						

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FUNC. Menu
Shooting	Mode
Function4
G IP t N
Metering Method ( =  53)O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
 – – –O– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
My Colors (=
  56)O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
  *1 *1       *2– – –O–O O O– – – – – – – – – – –OWhite Balance ( =  55)O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
     – – –O–O O O O–O– – – – – – – –OISO Speed (=  54)
AUTOO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 – – –O– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Self-Timer (=
  31)O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O] [ $O O O O O– – – –O O O O O O O O O O OSelf-Timer Settings (=  32)
Delay*3O O O O O– – – –O O O O O O O O O O OShots*4– –O O O– – – –O O O O O O O O O O ODrive Mode ( =  33)O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O O O– –O O O– – –O–O O O O O O O O O–
*1 White balance is not available.
*2 Set in a range of 1 – 5: contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, \
green, blue, and skin tone.
*3 
 Cannot be set to 0 seconds in modes without selection of the number of s\
hots.
*4 One shot (cannot be modified) in modes without selection of the number of shots.
 O Available or set automatically.  –
 Not available.
  
						

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Shooting	Mode
Function4
G IP t N
Still Image Aspect Ratio (=  34)
   – –O O O O O O– – – – *1–O O O O O OResolution (=  34)O O O O O O O O–O–O O O O O O O O O
 – –O O O O O O– – – – – – – – –O O O– – – – – – – –O–O– – – – – – – – –
– –O O O O O O– – – – – – – – –O O OCompression ( =  63)– – –O– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OMovie Quality (=  35)O O O O O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O
 O O O O O O O O O O O O*2O O O O O O O
*1 Only [] and [] are available.
*2 Synchronizes with the aspect ratio setting and is automatically set (\
 =  45).
O Available or set automatically. –
 Not available.
  
						

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4 Shooting Tab Menu
Shooting	Mode
Function4
G IP t N
AF Frame (=  58)
Face AiAF*1O O O O O O O O O O O– –O O O O O–OTracking AF – – –O O– – –O–O– – –O O O O–OCenter– – –O O– – –O–O O–O O O O O O OAF Frame Size (=  59)*2
Normal– – –O O– – –O–O O–O O O O O–OSmall– – –O O– – –O–O– –O O O O O–ODigital Zoom (
=  30)
StandardO–O O O O O O– – – – – – – – –O O OOffO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O1.6x/2.0x – – –O– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
AF-Point Zoom (=
  36)
On –O O O O O O O O–O– – –O O O O–OOffO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OServo AF  (=  60)
On – – –O O– – – – –O– – –O O O O– –
Off*3O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OContinuous AF  (=  60)
OnO O O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O–OOff – – –O O– – – –O O O O O O O O O O O
*1 Operation when no faces are detected varies by shooting mode.
*2 Available when the AF frame is set to [Center].
*3 [On] when subject movement is detected in [
] mode.
O Available or set automatically. –
 Not available.
  
						

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Shooting	Mode
Function4
G IP t N
AF-assist Beam (=  37)
OnO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O–OOffO O O O O–O O O O O O O O O O O O O OFlash Settings (=  35, 38)
Red-Eye Corr. OnO–O O O O O O–O O– – – – – –O–OOffO O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O–ORed-Eye Lamp
On/OffO O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O–Oi-Contrast (=  54)
AutoO–O O– – – –O–O– – – – – – – – –
Off –
O–O O O O O–O–O O O O O O O O OReview image after shooting (
=  38)
Display Time Off/QuickO–O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O2 sec./4 sec./8 sec./HoldO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
Display InfoOffO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O ODetailedO–O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OBlink Detection (
=  37)
OnO–O O O O O O– –O– – – –O O O– –
Off
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OGrid Lines (=  36)
On/OffO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OIS Settings (=  63)
IS Mode OffO O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O OContinuousO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OShoot Only
– – –O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O O
Dynamic IS1O O O O O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O2O O O O O O O O O–O O O O O O O O O O
O
 Available or set automatically.  –
 Not available.