Canon IXUS 960 IS User Manual

Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 201–209).
Getting Started
Learning More
Components Guide
Basic Operations
Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Various Shooting Methods
Playback/Erasing
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Connecting to a TV
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix

Canon IXUS 960 IS Specifications

General

Type	Digital Camera
Brand	Canon
Model	IXUS 960 IS
Megapixels	12.1 MP
Optical Zoom	3.7x
Digital Zoom	4x
Lens Aperture	f/2.8 - f/5.8
ISO Range	80 - 1600
Screen Size	2.5 inches
Video Resolution	640 x 480
Image Stabilization	Optical
LCD Screen Resolution	230, 000 dots
Max Resolution	4000 x 3000
Weight	165 g
Image Sensor	1/1.7 inch CCD
Battery Life	240 shots
Supported Flash Memory	SD, SDHC
Battery Type	NB-5L
Shutter Speed	15 - 1/1600 sec
Storage Media	SD

Summary

Please Read

Getting Started

Preparations

Initial setup steps, including battery, memory card, and strap installation.

Setting the Date and Time

Procedure for configuring the camera's date and time settings.

Setting the Display Language

How to change camera language and LCD monitor display.

Shooting Still Images

Instructions for capturing still photographs using the camera.

Viewing Still Images

How to navigate and view captured still images on the camera's LCD.

Shooting Movies

Guide to recording video clips using the camera.

Viewing Movies

Instructions for playing back recorded movie files on the camera.

Erasing Images

Method for deleting unwanted images from the memory card.

Downloading Images to a Computer

Steps for transferring images from the camera to a computer.

System Map

Diagram illustrating camera components and connections.

Learning More

Components Guide

Detailed identification and description of camera parts and controls.

Camera Operations and Settings

Using touch dial, playback button, mode dial, indicators, and menus.

Shooting Functions Overview

Explanation of common shooting functions like zoom, flash, and self-timer.

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Zoom and Focus Operations

Using optical zoom, digital zoom, macro, and focus modes.

Flash and Timer Settings

Controlling the built-in flash and using the self-timer function.

Image Quality and Special Modes

Adjusting image resolution, compression, and using postcard mode.

Image Effects and Stabilization

Embedding dates, setting image stabilizer, and applying color effects.

Various Shooting Methods

Special and Manual Shooting Modes

Using scene modes, manual mode, and continuous shooting.

Advanced Shooting Techniques

Red-eye reduction, slow synchro, movie settings, focus, exposure, and white balance.

Creative Color and Image Effects

Using My Colors modes, color accent, color swap, and auto categorization.

Playback/Erasing

Image Viewing and Navigation

Magnifying, index playback, focus check, and jumping between images.

Image Organization and Management

Categorizing images, editing movies, rotating, and slideshows.

Image Correction and Effects

Correcting red-eye, applying My Colors effects, resizing, and adding sound memos.

Image Protection and Deletion

Methods for protecting and deleting images from the camera.

Playback Button Customization

Assigning functions to the playback button for quick access.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

DPOF Print Settings

Configuring print settings for DPOF-compliant printers and selecting images.

DPOF Transfer Settings

Specifying transfer order for images before downloading to a computer.

Connecting to a TV

TV Connectivity and Usage

Connecting the camera to a TV for shooting and playback.

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings

Changing camera startup images, sounds, and operational preferences.

Registering Custom Settings

Adding custom images and sounds to camera settings.

Troubleshooting

Camera and Shooting Issues

Solutions for camera malfunctions, shooting errors, and movie problems.

Playback and Connectivity Issues

Resolving playback errors, battery issues, and TV output problems.

List of Messages

Common Camera Messages

Explanation of common messages like 'Busy', 'No memory card', and 'Card locked'.

Error Codes and File Issues

Troubleshooting communication errors, lens errors, and file-related messages.

Appendix

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Important safety guidelines and warnings for using the camera and accessories.

Equipment Care and Handling

Guidelines for maintaining camera equipment, batteries, and memory cards.

Specifications Overview

Technical details and features of the camera and its accessories.