Setting the Date and Time, Turn on the camera

Setting the Date and Time

The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them.

Turn on the camera.

●Press the power button.

The Date/Time screen will appear.

Set the date and time.

●Press the qr buttons to select an option.

●Press the op buttons to set a value.

Make the setting.

● Press the m button.

Once the date and time have been set, the Date/Time screen will close.

●Pressing the power button will turn off the camera.

Reappearing Date/Time screen

Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/ Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.

Daylight saving time settings

If you select in Step 2 and press the op buttons and select , you will set the time to daylight savings (1 hour ahead).

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Canon 3508B001, D10BLU Setting the Date and Time, Turn on the camera, Set the date and time, Make the setting

D10BLU, 3508B001 specifications

The Canon 3508B001, commonly known as the D10BLU, is an innovative and highly versatile digital camera designed for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. With its compact design and robust build quality, the D10BLU is perfect for capturing stunning images in a variety of environments, from serene landscapes to action-packed events.

One of the standout features of the Canon D10BLU is its rugged construction. This camera is designed to withstand the rigors of outdoor use, boasting an impressive waterproof rating up to 10 meters. This means users can confidently take it while snorkeling or during rainy weather without worrying about water damage. Additionally, the camera is shockproof and can endure drops from heights of around 1.2 meters, making it an ideal companion for hiking, biking, and other adventurous activities.

The D10BLU is equipped with a 12-megapixel sensor, delivering high-resolution images that capture intricate details and vibrant colors. Its 28mm wide-angle lens allows photographers to expand their creativity, perfect for capturing vast landscapes or large group shots. The camera also features a 3x optical zoom, enabling users to zoom in on distant subjects without compromising image quality.

Another key technology in the Canon D10BLU is its advanced image stabilization feature. This capability significantly reduces the effects of camera shake, allowing for clearer images, even in challenging conditions. The ISO range is also impressive, ranging from 80 to 1600, making it suitable for low-light photography without introducing excessive noise.

The camera comes with various shooting modes tailored to different environments and scenes, including underwater, macro, and portrait settings. This versatility aids users in selecting the best mode for their specific photography needs. Furthermore, it has a built-in flash, ensuring adequate lighting for indoor or nighttime conditions.

In terms of usability, the D10BLU features a user-friendly interface with a 2.5-inch LCD screen, making it easy to navigate settings and review images. The battery life is commendable, providing users with extended shooting sessions without the frequent need for recharging.

In conclusion, the Canon 3508B001 D10BLU combines durability with advanced imaging capabilities, making it an excellent choice for those who wish to document their adventures without compromising on quality. Whether exploring the depths of the ocean or trekking through mountainous terrain, this camera is built to perform reliably in various conditions, ensuring that users can capture and cherish their memories for years to come.

Contents

Trademark Acknowledgments Battery Charger CB-2LYDisclaimer Sdhc logo is a trademark Checking the Package Contents Read This First What Do You Want to Do? ShootShoot various other scenes Shoot/View Movies ViewPrint Save Table of Contents Using Playback and Other Getting More Out101 Conventions Used in this Guide Conventions Used in this Guide129 Useful Information 139 Use only recommended power sources Safety PrecautionsCamera Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human eyes Battery, Battery Charger Safety PrecautionsOther Warnings Do not sit in a chair with the camera in your pocket Keep the battery out of the reach of petsPage Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera Getting StartedPage About the Waterproof Seals Remove the cover Insert the battery Charging the BatteryCharge the battery Remove the battery Battery Charge Indicator Using the battery and charger effectivelyApproximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken Check the card’s write-protect tab Inserting the Battery and Memory CardOpen the cover Insert the memory card Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory CardClose the cover Remove the memory card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card What is the write-protect tab?Can you check the number of shots that can be taken? Compatible Memory ards Make the setting Setting the Date and TimeTurn on the camera Set the date and time Changing the Date and Time Date/Time batteryDisplay the menus Select Date/Time in the 3 tab Set the playback mode Setting the Display LanguageDisplay the settings screen What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? Formatting Memory Cards Select FormatFormat the memory card Press halfway lightly to the first stop Pressing the Shutter ButtonPress fully to the second stop Does the length of the shutter sound change? Select the ƒ mode Taking PicturesCheck to Make Sure the Covers are Closed Focus Compose the shotShoot What if Scene Icons Viewing Images Select the playback modeErasing Images Select an image Items to Prepare Printing ImagesErase the image Printing Images Turn on the printer Turn on the camera Select an image to printPress the 1 button to turn on the camera. X will appear Select the X mode Shooting MoviesPress the shutter button halfway to focus Estimated Shooting Times Stop shootingShooting Movies Memory Card Shooting Time Select a movie Viewing MoviesPlay the movie You can view your movies on the screen System Requirements Transferring Images to a ComputerWindows Macintosh Preparations Install the softwareConnect the camera to Computer Transferring Images to a Computer Open CameraWindowPress the 1 button to turn on the camera Accessories Accessory Kits *5Supplied with Camera Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended Accessories Power Supplies Separately Sold AccessoriesBattery charger can also be used when abroad Other Accessories Learning More Shooting / E Movie Button Components Guide Playback Button Shooting PlaybackComponents Guide You can change the display using the l button Switching the DisplayInformation Displayed on the Screen Shooting Information Display Information Displayed on the Screen Playback Detailed Information Display Display in Dark Conditions during Shooting IndicatorOverexposure Warning during Playback Histogram during Playback FUNC. Menu Basic Operations Select a shooting modeDisplay the FUNC. menu Select a menu item Display the menu Menu Basic OperationsSelect a tab Press the qr buttons to select an option Changing the Sound Settings Adjusting the VolumeMuting Sounds With the n Button Changing the Screen BrightnessWith the l Button Select LCD Brightness Select Reset All Returning the Camera to Default SettingsReset the settings Are there functions that cannot be reset? Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform the low level formatAbout low level formatting Power Saving during Shooting Power Saving during PlaybackClock Functions Page Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions Select the desired shooting mode Select the shooting modeShooting in Various Conditions Shoot Take portraits Portrait VTake shots of kids and pets Kids&Pets Take snapshots at night Night SnapshotTake indoor shots Indoor Shoot sunsets Sunset Shoot underwater Underwater Take shots of people at the beach BeachTake shots of aquatic life in an aquarium Aquarium Take shots of foliage Foliage Recording pixels are set to 1600 × 1200 pixels, p Shoot using high ISO speed ISO3200 Turning the Flash Off What if the indicator blinks orange and a flashing appears?Press the r button Select You can shoot with the flash turned off Press the i button Zooming in More Closely on Subjects Digital ZoomPress the i button again Zoom Factors at which Images Deteriorate Digital Tele-Converter Accept the settingSelect Digital Zoom Combinations that Cause Image Deterioration Select Date Stamp Inserting the Date and Time Using the Self-Timer To restore the original setting, select in StepPress the p button Select Ò Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway Using the Face Self-TimerPress the shutter button fully Join the subjects and look at the cameraPage Selecting Settings Yourself Shooting in Program AE Adjust the settings according to your purposes pp ShootTurning the Flash On Select h Shooting Close-ups Macro Using ÎShooting Far Away Subjects Infinity Select e Changing the Image Quality Compression Ratio Changing the Recording PixelsSelect the recording pixels Select the image quality Approximate Values for Paper Size Approximate Values for Recording Pixels and Image QualityChanging the Image Quality Compression Ratio Compression Ratio Select the drive mode Adjusting the Brightness Exposure CompensationContinuous Shooting Select the exposure compensation Select the ISO speed Changing the ISO SpeedApproximate Values for ISO Speed Changing theISOspeed Custom White Balance Adjusting the White BalanceSelect the white balance After pressing the m button, press Select My Colors Changing the Tone of an Image My Colors Press the l button to accept the setting Shooting Using the Two Second Self-TimerCustom Color Select Î Shooting Using a TV Monitor $ Customizing the Self-TimerSelect the settings Select $ Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock RecomposeRess the shutter button fully Getting More Out of Your Camera This chapter assumes that the shooting mode is set to G Face AiAF Changing the AF Frame ModeCenter Select AF Frame Select AF-Point Zoom Magnifying the Focal PointCheck the focus What if the display does not magnify? Shooting with Servo AF Shooting with the AF LockLock the focus Compose the scene and shoot Press the q button Select f Shooting in Manual Focus ModeApproximate focus Fine-tune your focus Selecting the Person to Focus On Face Select Set the Face Select modeRegister 0 to the c button p Select the face on which to focus Select the metering mode Changing the Metering ModeSetting will display on the screen Shooting with the AE Lock … Shooting with Slow Synchro Shooting with the FE LockSelect h p Lock the exposure Select … Select i-Contrast @ Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter i-Contrast Select Flash Settings Adjust the settingRed-Eye Correction Select Blink Detection Checking for Shut Eyes Select ≈ ≈ Shooting Long ExposuresSelect the shutter speed Confirm the exposure Color Accent Changing the Color and Shooting Select Y Color SwapSpecify the color to be swapped Specify the target color Specify the range of colors to be swapped Press the opbuttons to adjust the range of colors affected Shooting Stitch Assist Images This chapter assumes that the shooting mode is set to E Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies Changing the Movie Mode Select a movie modeChanging the Image Quality Change the exposure AE Lock/Exposure ShiftImage Quality Table Estimated Shooting Time Other Shooting Functions Playback FunctionsZooming in More Closely on Subjects Digital Zoom p Set the editing range EditingSummary for 1 Viewing Movies p Press the op buttons and select or Check the edited movie Save the edited movie100 101 Using Playback and Other Functions Images in Sets Searching Images Index DisplayPress the g button Press the g button again Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Setting the ConditionsSearch by , , Select a target filter Jump by and Images Viewing images using filter playback104 What if you can’t select a target? Viewing Slideshows Changing SettingsSelect Slideshow Select Start Select the playback filter option and press m button Select Images for Playback by TypePress the n button 106 Switch frames Press the lbutton, and switch to the focus check display pChecking the Focus Change the magnification level or location + Changing Image Transitions Magnifying ImagesPress the k button Select Transition Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV Viewing Images on a TV109 What if the images don’t properly display on the TV? Selecting Images Individually Erasing All Images Press the nbutton Erase Select RangeSelect Select Range Select the starting image Select All Images Select All Images112 Press the p button to select Erase, then press the m button Ress the n button Erase Select by Category113 What if you cannot select Select by Category? Protecting Images Select Protect114 Protect images Select by ategoryRotect images 115 Organizing Images by Category My Category Select My Category116 117 Select the settingFollow Steps 2 and 3 on page 111 to select images Press the p button to select Select and press the m button Select Rotate \ Rotating ImagesRotate the image 118 Select Resize = Resizing ImagesSelect an image size Save the new image Trimming Adjust the trimming areaSelect Trimming Save as a new image and display ? Adding Effects with the My Colors Function Select a menu option121 Erform Steps 4 and 5 on p 122 Select Red-Eye Correction Correcting the Red-Eye EffectCorrect the image 123 124 Print Select Print Settings Print SettingsAdjust the settings Selecting Images for Printing Dpof Select Select Images & Qty Selecting the Number of CopiesSet the number of prints 126 Set All Images to Print Once Make print settingsSelect Select All Images 127 Clearing All Selections Select Clear All Selections128 129 Customizing the Camera Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time Turning off the Power Saving FunctionChanging Functions 130 Set the home time zone Using the World ClockSet the world time zone Select the world time zone Changing the File Number Assignment Creating a Folder132 Creating Folders by Day and Time Turning off Auto Rotate133 Turning off the Red-Eye Reduction Function Changing Shooting FunctionsTurning off the AF Assist Beam 134 Displaying the Overlay Changing the Image Display TimeChanging the Image Display Right After Shooting 135 Changing the IS-Mode Settings Registering Functions to the c Button136 Changing the Start-up Image or Sound Changing Playback FunctionsSelecting the Image that First Displays in Playback Change Sounds Changing the Start-up Screen Setting a Recorded Image as the Start-up Screen Image138 Changing the Start-up Image or Sound 139 Useful Information Connect the power cord Using Household PowerTurn off the camera Plug the cord into the camera 140 Changing the Strap Changing the Strap141 Changing the Strap 142 Remove the screws Changing the Front CoverRemove the front cover Put on a new cover Power TroubleshootingTV output Shooting 145 Shooting movies Playback146 147 148 149 Function 150$*1 FUNC. Menu 151 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu Menus Shooting Menu152 U t ≈ w O P Z T Y x v X z 153 154 Set up MenuMenus Options/Summary Ref. Playback Menu Print Menu155 Equipment Handling PrecautionsMemory Cards 156 157 Specifications 158 Specifications 159 Specifications Battery Pack NB-6LFor CA, USA only About MPEG-4 Licensing Index 160Numerics Index 161 Index 162 163 Canadian Radio Interference RegulationsFCC Notice