Kupu Whakataki
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the safe and effective use of your Canon PowerShot SD1200IS Digital ELPH Camera. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the camera to ensure optimal performance and to prevent damage.
The Canon PowerShot SD1200IS is a 10.0-megapixel digital camera featuring a 3x optical zoom lens, a 2.5-inch LCD display, and Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor. It is designed for ease of use while delivering high-quality images.
Tatūnga
1. Te Wetewete me te Tirotiro Tuatahi
Kia ata wetewetehia nga taonga katoa mai i te pouaka. Whakaritehia nga waahanga e whai ake nei:
- Canon PowerShot SD1200IS Digital ELPH Camera body
- Lithium-ion battery pack (NB-6L)
- Battery charger (CB-2LY)
- Wrist strap (WS-DC7)
- CD-ROM Whakataunga Kamera Mamati
- taura atanga USB (IFC-400PCU)
- AV cable (AVC-DC400)
Tirohia te kāmera me ngā taputapu mō ngā tohu pakaru. Mena kua ngaro, kua pakaru rānei ētahi taonga, whakapā atu ki tō kaihokohoko.
2. Te Whakataki i te Pūhiko
- Insert the battery pack (NB-6L) into the battery charger (CB-2LY).
- Monohia te rihi ki te putanga hiko. Ka marama te rama tohu utu.
- Once charging is complete, the indicator light will change or turn off (refer to charger specific instructions for exact behavior). Remove the battery.
Note: A fully charged battery is essential for optimal camera performance.
3. Te whakauru i te Pūhiko me te Kaari Mahara
The Canon PowerShot SD1200IS uses SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus memory cards (not included). Ensure you have a compatible memory card before proceeding.
- Whakatuwherahia te uhi o te papahiko/kaari kei raro o te kamera.
- Insert the charged battery pack into the compartment, ensuring the correct orientation.
- Insert a compatible memory card into the card slot until it clicks into place.
- Katia kia mau te uhi o te wahanga.

Whakaahua: Raro view of the camera showing the open battery and memory card compartment. This illustrates where to insert the battery and memory card.
Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere
1. Te Whakakaha/Weto
Pehia te ON/OFF te paatene kei runga ake o te kamera hei whakakaha, whakaweto ranei. Ka toro atu te arotahi ina whakahikohia.

Whakaahua: Runga view of the camera, highlighting the ON/OFF button and shutter release.
2. Whakaahua Taketake
- Tīpakohia he Aratau Whakapupuri: Use the mode dial or slider (if present) to select your desired shooting mode. For general use, select Smart AUTO.
- Tāparehia To Matā: Use the 2.5-inch LCD display to compose your image.
- Arotahi: Press the shutter button halfway down. The camera will automatically focus, and the focus frame will turn green when focus is achieved.
- Hopu: Patohia te paatene kati ki raro ki te tango pikitia.

Whakaahua: Rear view o te kamera, e whakaatu ana i te mata LCD me nga momo paatene mana mo te whakatere me nga tautuhinga.
3. Smart AUTO Mode
In Smart AUTO mode, the camera intelligently analyzes the scene and shooting conditions, then automatically selects the most appropriate settings from 18 predefined options. This allows you to focus on your subject without worrying about technical adjustments.
4. Mahi Topa
The camera features a 3x optical zoom. Use the zoom lever (typically around the shutter button) to zoom in or out. Optical zoom maintains image quality, while digital zoom (up to 4x) can be used for further magnification but may reduce image clarity.

Whakaahua: Koki mua view of the camera with its lens extended, demonstrating the optical zoom capability.
5. Nga waahanga motuhake
- Hangarau Rapu Mata: The DIGIC 4 Image Processor includes evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks moving subjects' faces and optimizes focus, exposure, flash, and white balance for natural skin tones.
- Wā-whaiaro-a-kanohi: This feature automatically detects an increase in the number of faces in the frame (e.g., when the photographer joins a group shot) and delays the shutter release until all faces are detected.
- Pūmau Atahanga Optical: Automatically detects and corrects camera shake, reducing blur in photos, especially when zoomed in or in low light.
- i-Contrast (Whakatika Whakaata Ataata): Brightens dark areas of an image while preserving bright areas, resulting in more balanced exposures. This can be applied during shooting or playback.
- Whakatika-kanohi Whero: Offers options to correct red-eye during shooting, automatically during playback, or manually during playback.
- ISO 1600/3200: High ISO settings (up to 1600, expandable to 3200 in Special Scene mode) reduce the effects of camera shake and improve performance in low-light conditions.
6. Aratau Purei Ano
Ki te review your captured images and videos, press the Whakahoki button (often indicated by a triangle icon). Use the directional buttons to navigate through your media.
Te tiaki
1. Te horoi i te kamera
- Tinana kāmera: Whakamahia he kakahu ngohengohe, maroke hei muru i te tinana o te kamera. Mo te paru maro, kia ngawari dampen te kakahu ki te wai ka muru maroke. A ape i te whakamahi whakarewa pararopi.
- Arotahi: Gently remove dust with a blower brush. For smudges, use a lens cleaning cloth specifically designed for optical surfaces. Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
- Mata LCD: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the LCD. Avoid pressing hard on the screen.
2. Tiaki Pūhiko
- Whakaorangia nga pākahiko ki te waahi makariri, maroke ina kore e whakamahia.
- A ape i te tukunga katoa i te pākahiko kia roa ai tona roanga.
- Kaua e tukuna nga pākahiko ki te wera nui.
3. Rokiroki
Mēnā kei te rongoatia te kāmera mō te wā roa, tangohia te pākahiko me te kāri mahara. Rokirokihia te kāmera ki tētahi wāhi maroke, he wāhi e pai ana te hau, kia matara atu i te rā tika me ngā pāmahana tino wera.
Raparongoā
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Canon PowerShot SD1200IS camera.
Kaore te Kaamera e Hia
- Me whakarite kua whakakiia te pākahiko me te whakauru tika.
- Tirohia mehemea he ma nga hoapaki pākahiko.
- Whakamātauria te whakamahi i te pākahiko rereke, kua whakakiia katoa mena kei te waatea.
"No Memory Card" Error
- Ensure a compatible memory card is inserted correctly and fully clicked into place.
- Check if the memory card is damaged or corrupted. Try a different card.
- Whakahōputuhia te kāri mahara (mā tēnei ka mukua ngā raraunga katoa, nō reira tāruatia tuatahitia).
Ataahua Puoro
- Me mohio kei te ma te arotahi me te kore o te kohukohu, te puehu ranei.
- Hold the camera steady during shooting. Utilize the Optical Image Stabilizer feature.
- Check lighting conditions; low light can lead to slower shutter speeds and blur. Increase ISO if necessary.
- Ensure the camera has focused correctly before taking the shot (half-press the shutter button).
Auto Focus Assist Beam Remains On/Flashes
- If you wish to disable the AF assist beam, ensure that the Karu-Whero Lamp option is also turned off in the Flash menu settings, in addition to the AF assist beam setting itself.
Difficulty Transferring Photos to Computer
- Me mohio kei te hono pai te taura USB ki te kamera me te rorohiko.
- Verify that the camera is powered on and in the correct connection mode (if applicable).
- For Windows XP users, the camera should be recognized as a removable drive without needing Canon software. For other operating systems, ensure the Canon Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM software is installed.
- Try using a memory card reader to transfer files directly from the card to the computer.
Whakatakotoranga
| Āhuahira | Taipitopito |
|---|---|
| Ingoa Tauira | Canon PowerShot SD1200IS |
| Whakatau Puoko Whakaahua | 10 MP |
| Rahi Pūoko Whakaahua | 1/2.3-inihi |
| Topa Optical | 3x |
| Huringa Mamati | 4x |
| Whakapumau Atahanga | Optical |
| Rahi Mata | 2.5 Inihi |
| Momo Whakaatu | LCD (PureColor LCD II) |
| Tautokohia File Whakahōputu | JPEG |
| Whakatau Ataata | 480p (640x480 at 30 fps) |
| Momo Mahara Kohiko | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
| Awhe ISO | Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 (expandable to 3200) |
| Tere Marumaru iti | 15 hēkona |
| Tere Marumaru Morahi | 1/1500 Hekona |
| Hangarau Hononga | USB |
| Puna Mana | Lithium-ion battery pack (NB-6L) |
| Taumaha | 5.6 hekere (tata ki te 159 karamu) |
| Ahu (hua) | Tauwehe ahua kiato |
Nga korero Whakaputanga
Please note that this product is sold "AS-IS" and does not include any warranty. There are no provisions for returns. For specific details regarding your purchase, please refer to the terms and conditions provided by your retailer at the time of sale.
Tautoko
For further assistance, technical support, or to download the full user manual and software updates, please visit the official Canon website. You can typically find support resources by searching for "Canon Support" and your camera model (PowerShot SD1200IS).
Kei roto pea nga rauemi ipurangi:
- Tautoko Canon USA Webpae (Exoampte hononga, ka rerekē pea te hononga tūturu i runga i te rohe)
- Pātai Auau (FAQs)
- Driver and Software Downloads
- Nga korero Whakapā mo te Ratonga Kaihoko





