ENGLISH This guide covers both the PowerShot A200 and PowerShot A100 digital cameras. Camera User Guide · Please read the "Read this First" section (p.11). · Please refer to the "Software Starter Guide" for information on installing the software and downloading images. · Please read the "Quick Start" section on the following page for a simple explanation of shooting, replaying and erasing. CDI-E039-010 ©2002 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA · Please also read the "Printer User Guide" included with your Canon printer. Quick Start 1 Install the batteries and CF card 4 (p. 19) (p. 27) Shoot the image (p. 34) Press the shutter button all the way down. The camera beeps once when the image is shot. Open the CF card slot / battery cover and insert a CF card and batteries. View the image Open the lens cover to turn the power on The green indicator next to the optical viewfinder starts flashing green. · When the date / time set up menu are displayed, refer to page 24. · For information about how to change the language, see "Setting the Language" (p. 25). 2 The recorded image will be displayed for approximately 3 seconds (p. 35). Refer to [Replaying] section (p. 59) for viewing other images already shot. 5 To erase Press the button while the image is displayed. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the SET button. Installing the software Connecting the camera to a computer Downloading images to a computer Software Starter Guide This guide Software Starter Guide 3 2 Set the focus (p. 34) Aim the camera at the subject, and lightly press the shutter button half way. The camera beeps twice when it is focused. When you have finished shooting photos 3 Components Guide Front View Shutter Button (p. 34) Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 33) AF-assist Beam (p. 34) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 43) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 46) Flash (p. 43) Date Battery Holder (p. 95) Terminal Cover (p. 85) DIGITAL Terminal* (p. 85) DC IN Terminal (p. 99) Lens Lens Cover (p. 27) Components Guide Back View Viewfinder (p. 33) CF Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 19) Strap Eyelet* Tripod Socket LCD Monitor (p. 29) 4 * For connecting your camera to a computer via a USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with camera) (p.85) or connecting to a Direct Print Function compliant printer via Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with printer) (p. 69). (For a list of printers that work with this camera, please refer to the System Map.) * Be careful when carrying the camera by the strap. Don't swing the camera on the strap, and keep the strap and camera body clear of obstacles. 5 Components Guide About this Camera User Guide Symbols Used MENU Button (p. 36) DISP (Display) Button (p. 29) (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 65) Zoom Button (p. 35) Power / Replay Button (p. 27) (Exposure) / WB (White Balance) / (Photo Effects) / (Up) Button (pp. 52, 53, 54) Flash / (Right) Button (p. 43) (Continuous) / (Self-Timer) / (Down) Button (p. 46) (Macro) / (Infinity) / (Left) Button (p. 45) SET Button Icons on the right end of title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the shooting mode should be set to , , or . Shooting Operation Panel Indicators This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. DISP MENU WB ON Adjusting the Exposure SET Question? Look here first. How do I navigate the menus? What settings are available under each function? and Will my settings remain in effect even after I've turned the camera off? How do I go about printing? What functions are available through the menus? Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 36) Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 57) Indicators The upper indicator comes on when you open the lens cover or whenever you press the shutter button. Upper Indicator Ready to shoot, or ready to communicate with your computer. Flashing Green: Camera is starting up, reading the CF card, erasing data on the CF card, or transmitting data to your computer. Orange: Ready to shoot, using the flash. Green: Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot, (camera shake warning) / charging the flash (at LCD ON). Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro / Infinity modes Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty (Although you can press the shutter button, it is recommended to use the focus lock to shoot (p. 50)). About Printing (p. 67) Rec. Menu (p. 87) Play Menu (p. 89) Set up Menu (p. 90) 6 7 Table of Contents : Functions and operations tables. Table of Contents Movie Mode .............................................. 49 Using the Focus Lock ............................... 50 Switching Between Autofocus Modes ....... 51 Erasing All Images .................................... 65 Formatting a CF Card ............................... 66 Quick Start Components Guide 2 4 Using the LCD Monitor ............................. 29 Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor ....... 31 Using the Viewfinder ................................. 33 Pressing the Shutter Button ...................... 34 Using the Digital Zoom ............................. 35 Selecting Menus and Settings .................. 36 Menu Settings and Default Settings ......... 38 Adjusting the Exposure ....................... 52 Setting the White Balance ................. 53 Switching Between Photo Effect Modes .. 54 Changing the ISO Speed .......................... 55 Resetting the File Number ........................ 56 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ..... 57 Printing 67 About Printing ........................................... 67 Selecting from the Print Order Menu ................ 68 Connecting the Camera to a Printer ......... 69 Printing ..................................................... 71 Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ........ 72 DPOF Print Settings ................................. 76 Printing with DPOF Print Settings ............. 80 Front View ................................................... 4 Back View ................................................... 5 Operation Panel .......................................... 6 About this Camera User Guide Read this First Preparing the Camera 7 11 19 Replaying 59 Shooting 40 Displaying Images Individually ................. 59 Viewing Images in Sets of 9 ..................... 60 Viewing Movies ......................................... 61 Rotating Images in the Display ................. 62 Auto Play .................................................. 63 Protecting Images ..................................... 64 Selecting the Shooting Mode .................... 40 Changing the Resolution / Compression .. 41 Using the Flash ..................................... 43 Macro / Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) 82 Installing the Battery and CF Card ........... 19 Setting the Date / Time ............................. 24 Setting the Language ............................... 25 Setting the Image Transfer ....................... 82 Infinity Modes .................... 45 Downloading Images to a Computer 84 Continuous Mode ................................ 46 Self-Timer ............................................ 46 Stitch Assist Mode .................................... 47 Downloading Directly from a CF Card ...... 84 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable ..................................... 85 Basic Functions 27 Erasing 65 8 Turning the Power ON / OFF .................... 27 Erasing Images Individually ...................... 65 9 Table of Contents List of Menu Options and Messages 87 Rec. Menu ................................................ 87 Play Menu ................................................. 89 Set up Menu ............................................. 90 Resetting the Settings to Default .............. 91 List of Messages ....................................... 92 Read this First Accessories This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon brand digital camera accessories ("Canon Brand Accessories"). You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this Digital camera. However, Canon Makes no warranties concerning, and is not responsible for damages resulting from, use of non Canon Brand Accessories. Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. Appendices 95 Replacing the Date Battery ....................... 95 Using the Optional Battery Kits ................. 96 Camera Care and Maintenance ............. 100 Troubleshooting ...................................... 101 About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Specifications Index 106 113 Language Setting Please see page 25 to change the language setting. 10 11 Read this First Please Read Test Shots Before you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we strongly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that you are operating the camera correctly. Please note that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and distributors of its digital cameras are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of the Canon digital camera or CompactFlashTM card (CF card) resulting in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable. Read this First Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to the camera, battery, battery charger and optional compact power adapter. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and must be used in a manner that respects international and domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was recorded for personal use. Warranty Limitations This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your camera. 12 13 Read this First WARNINGS · Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. · 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. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. · Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around the child's neck could result in asphyxiation. · Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the camera away from children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery. · Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. · To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. · Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the camera batteries and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. 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