Canon Digital IXUS 900 TI Betriebsanweisung

Print/Transfer SettingsCamera User GuideAdvancedBefore Using the CameraShootingPlayback/ErasingViewing Images on a TV setCustomizing the CameraTrouble

8Battery Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water.

981Set the mode dial to (playback) (Print) Menu Select a menu item .See Menus and Settings (p. 23).Proceed to Step 4 if you select [Select All Ima

99 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Images are printed in order according to the file number. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. If you are

100Setting the Print StyleAfter setting the print style, select the image(s) to print. The following print settings can be selected. The Date and Fil

101 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Images with date imprints created by (Postcard Date Imprint Mode) (p. 38) will have the date imprinted regard

102All the Images on a Memory Card Images are transferred in order according to the file number. A maximum of 998 images can be selected.3 Use the

Viewing Images on a TV set103Viewing Images on a TV setYou can shoot or play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable.The video output

104Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sou

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)105Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to t

106See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information on creating and adding to the My Camera data.3Select an image or record a sound.Start

Troubleshooting107TroubleshootingCameraCamera will not operate.Power is not turned on. Press the ON/OFF button (Basic Guide p. 10).Memory card slo

9Others Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight.

108LCD monitorCamera screen is black at start-upIncompatible image has been selected as the start-up image in the My Camera settings.Change the start

Troubleshooting109 appears.This displays when using a memory card that has print settings, transfer settings or slide show image selections set by o

110Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded ImageUsually the recorded image contains more of the scene than is seen in the viewfinder.Confirm the actual

Troubleshooting111Subject in recorded image is too dark.Insufficient light for shooting. Set the flash to (flash on) (Basic Guide p. 14).The subj

112White dots appear on the image.Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when sh

Troubleshooting113Shooting MoviesThe recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.The following types of memory cards a

114PlaybackCannot play back.You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.Computer images that cannot b

Troubleshooting115Battery/Battery ChargerBattery consumed quickly.Battery life exceeded if battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (2

116Printing on Direct Print Compatible PrintersCannot print.Camera and printer not properly connected.Attach the camera to the printer securely with

List of Messages117List of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Prin

10Equipment Do not connect compact power adapters or battery chargers to devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because it may le

118Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is a file with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create,

List of Messages119Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, or an image edited with a computer.I

120Cannot complete! Could not save a part of the print, transfer or slide show settings.Unselectable image. You attempted to set the print settings

Appendix121AppendixBattery HandlingBattery ChargeThe following icon and message will display.Battery Handling Precautions Keep the battery terminal

122You may be able to check the charge state depending upon how the terminal cover is attached (Fig. C, D). You are recommended to use it in the came

Appendix123Handling the Memory CardSD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card Write Protect TabCautions When Handling Memory cards are high-precision elec

124Formatting Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. You are recommended to use memo

Appendix125It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connectin

126High-Power Flash HF-DC1This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination.

Appendix127 Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects p

11Preventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating stro

128Camera BodyGently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper.LensFirst use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt,

Appendix129All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.DIGITAL IXUS 900 TiSpecifications(W): Max. wide a

130ISO Speed*1Auto*2, High ISO Auto*2, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600*1 Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index.*2 Camera automatically s

Appendix131Number of Recording Pixels(Still Images)Large: 3648 x 2736 pixelsMedium 1: 2816 x 2112 pixelsMedium 2: 2272 x 1704 pixelsMedium 3: 1600 x

132Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B), PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio)Power Source Batter

Appendix133Battery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-5L (Fully charged))The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.Mov

134Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities: Card included with the camera• Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 37) when card has been formatted w

Appendix135Movie*Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time.Image Data Sizes (Estimated)Recor

136SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard Battery Pack NB-5LBattery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXEInterfaceCompatible with SD memory card standardsDimensions 32.0 x 24

137Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30)Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz)Rated Output 4.3 V D

12Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. The LCD monitor

138INDEXNumerics3:2 Guide ... 39AAC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 . 125AE Lock ... 49AF Frame ...

139Using the LCD Monitor ... 12MMacro ...Basic 3, Basic 15Magnifying ... 73Memory CardEstimated Capacities ..

140Time Zone ... 20, 26Touch Control Dial ...Basic 3, Basic 4, 73Transition EffectsPlayback ...

141Trademark Acknowledgments • Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and/or other cou

142Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings se

143 Setting available ( Default setting) U Setting can only be selected for the first image. (S Default setting) (Shaded Area):Setting is retained

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Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations13Using the ClockYou can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two me

14LCD Monitor Brightness SettingsThe brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways.Changing Settings Using the Set up Menu (

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations15Shooting Information (Shooting mode)* Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard display.Information

16 If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon displays, it indicates there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations17DetailedThe following information may also be displayed with some images.Information for images shot on othe

Main FeaturesShootingAutomatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions (Special Scene mode)Avoid the effects of camera shake or

18The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 12) while shooting.Histogram FunctionThe histogram is a graph that a

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations19This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances

20When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destinatio

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations21Switching to the Destination Time ZoneIf you change the date and time when the World option is selected, the

22Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations23Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera MenusConvenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be s

24FUNC. MenuRec. Menu Menu ListMenu Item Page Menu Item PageManual Modep. 32My Colorsp. 58Special Scene Modep. 32Metering Modep. 51Movie Modep. 40Comp

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations25*1 Default setting is 3 shots.*2 They are classified according to the following categories.People: , , o

26Set up Menu Menu Item Options Page/TopicMute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all sounds except warning sounds. (Basic p. 10) Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 A

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations27*1 Default setting is 5 seconds.*2 You can change the printer connection method. There is usually no need to

1Conventions Used in this GuideIcons appearing below titles indicate the modes in which the procedure can be used.In this guide, the Basic Camera User

28My Camera Menu Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. The following cannot be reset.- Shooting mode-

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations29You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. 

30ShootingApproximate Values for Recording Pixels* Paper sizes vary according to region.Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) S

Shooting31Approximate Values for Compression Settings See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 135). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 134).

32You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode.You can adjust settings yourself, such as the exposure, white bala

Shooting33Setting the Red-Eye* reduction function to [On] causes the red-eye reduction lamp to fire with the flash.*This function reduces the effect o

34You can shoot a subject 5 – 50 cm (2.0 in. – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image a

Shooting35You can shoot zoomed images using the combined digital and optical zooms. The focal lengths (35 mm film equivalent) and characteristics are

36Using the Digital Zoom Using the Digital Tele-Converter2Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.The combined optical and digital zoom factor will a

Shooting37In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot c

2Table of ContentsItems marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.Please Read. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) sh

Shooting39You can check a composition’s horizontal and vertical alignment as well as a 3:2 aspect ratio print range on the LCD monitor by using a shoo

40The following movie modes are available.For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Changing Recording Pixels and

Shooting411FUNC. Menu * (Standard).See Menus and Settings (p. 22).*Default setting.Use the or button to select a movie mode and press the FUNC./S

42 Before recording, you can set the AE lock (p. 49) and exposure shift.1. Press the button.The exposure will lock (AE lock) and the exposure shift

Shooting43Changing Recording Pixels and Frame RatesYou can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (C

44Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer.Shooting Panor

Shooting45Use PhotoStitch, a supplied software program, to merge the images on a computer.3Compose the second image so that it over-laps a portion of

46Select from among the following three focusing methods. The AF frame appears as follows (when the LCD monitor is on) when the shutter button is pre

Shooting47- The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face. If this occurs, switch to the [On] or [Off] options. - When a face is not

3Switching between Focusing Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) . . 47Locking the Ex

48Shooting with the AF LockThe AF lock can be used in the , , , or mode.To Release the AF Lock Press the / button.When shooting with the foc

Shooting49You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when

50You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. To Release the FE Loc

Shooting51Metering MethodsSwitching between Metering ModesShooting Mode 1FUNC. Menu * (Evaluative).See Menus and Settings (p. 22).*Default setting.Us

52Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid mak

Shooting53You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter.Shooting in Long Shutter ModeShooting Mode 1(Rec.) Men

54 Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutt

Shooting55Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, cha

56Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera eva

Shooting57 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance.The c

4Changing My Camera Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Registering My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

58You can change the look and feel of the pictures you take.My Colors Settings* If the image contains colors that are the same as human skin, those co

Shooting59 1FUNC. Menu * (My Colors Off).See Menus and Settings (p. 22).*Default setting.Use the or button to select a My Colors mode.In See Set

60You can shoot images with the original colors transformed. This can be performed on movies as well as still images, allowing you to enjoy photograph

Shooting61 The default color accent is green.You may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash. The specified color accent is retained e

62Shooting in the Color Swap Mode1Stills: FUNC. Menu *(Manual) (Color Swap).Movies: FUNC. Menu * (Standard) (Color Swap).See Menus andSettings (p. 2

Shooting63 The default setting for color swap mode changes green into white. You may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash. The colo

64Changing the Save Method for the Original ImageWhen shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can set whether or not to save

Shooting65Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the

66Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and aut

Shooting67You can check whether the image is in focus right after it is recorded.To cancel: press the shutter button halfway. You can delete an image

5Handling PrecautionsTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm tha

68Switching between AF Frames/Changing the Display Position1Press .If you are shooting with the AiAF mode set to [Face Detect] or [On] (p. 46) and ha

Shooting69You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Creates a folder the next time y

70Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder CreationUp to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder will automatically be created when

71The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned.File Number Reset FunctionResetting the

72File and Folder NumbersRecorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned n

Playback/Erasing73Playback/Erasing To Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the

74To Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the zoom lever toward . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine(Index Playback)1Press the zoom lever toward .Up to

Playback/Erasing75You can organize images into prepared categories (People, Scenery, Events, Category 1-3, To Do). At the category level, you can pe

76When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your

Playback/Erasing77To Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the MENU button.The defined playback mode will be canceled under the following circumstanc

6Video FormatPlease set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 103).Language Setti

78Viewing MoviesMovies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Display a movie and press .Images with a icon are movies.2Select (Play) and

Playback/Erasing79Operating the Movie Control Panel Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 103). 

80You can delete portions of recorded movies.Editing MoviesProtected movies and movies 1 second or less in duration cannot be edited. 1Select (Edit)

Playback/Erasing81It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the battery runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips

82Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Rotating Images in the Display1 (Play) Menu .See Menus and Settings (p. 23).2Use the o

Playback/Erasing83You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. Playback with Transition EffectsStandard display.The

84You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For de

Playback/Erasing85 The My Colors function will not work if there is insufficient space on the memory card. Although My Colors effects can be added

86In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to one minute) to an image. The sound data is

Playback/Erasing87Sound Memo PanelExitRecordPausePlayEraseSelect [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./SET button. You cannot atta

7 WarningsEquipment Do not look directly at the sun or at other intense light sources through the viewfinder that could damage your eyesight. Store

88Automated playback of memory card images.*Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 97). Automa

Playback/Erasing89Transition EffectsYou can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another.In single image playback mode, y

90Select a date/category/folder to play back(//)1Select , or and press .2Use the or button to select a date/category/folder to play back and pr

Playback/Erasing91Selecting Images for Playback ( – )Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or

92Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat SettingsPlay TimeSets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3*–10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 sec

Playback/Erasing93You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.Protecting ImagesSelectYou can configure the protection settin

943Select the image, date, category or folder to protect and press . [Select]Use the or button to select an image and press the FUNC./SET button

95You can erase images from a memory card.Erasing ImagesSelectErases images one at a time as you view them.Select by DateErases images corresponding t

96Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the card (p. 29).3Select the image, date

Print Settings/Transfer Settings97Print Settings/Transfer SettingsYou can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of prin