Canon A520 ZIf reformatting does not work, the memory, Nearest Canon Customer Help Desk, Changed

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Troubleshooting

The camera will not

Memory card is full.

zInsert a new memory card.

record

 

zIf required, download the images to a

 

 

computer and erase them from the memory

 

 

card to make space.

 

Memory card is not formatted

zFormat the memory card. (See Formatting

 

correctly.

Memory Cards (p. 19).)

 

 

zIf reformatting does not work, the memory

 

 

card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact

 

 

the nearest Canon Customer Help Desk.

 

The SD card (sold separately) is

zSlide the write protect tab of the SD card

 

write-protected.

upward.

Cannot play back

You attempted to play back images

zComputer images that cannot be played back

 

shot with another camera or images

will playback if they are added to the camera

 

edited with a computer.

using the bundled software program

 

 

ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser.

 

File name was changed with a

z Set the file name or file number according to the

 

computer or file location was

Design rule for Camera File system standards.

 

changed.

(See About File and Folder Numbers (p. 116).)

Lens will not retract

Battery cover or memory card slot

zClose the memory card slot cover or battery

 

cover opened with camera on.

cover, then turn off the camera.

 

Battery cover or memory card slot

zClose the memory card slot cover or battery

 

cover opened while recording to the

cover, then turn off the camera.

 

memory card (warning signal

 

 

sounds).

 

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Contents Please read the Read This First section p Canon Communication & Image France S.ATrademark Acknowledgements Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedDisclaimer 161 AppendixMode dial should be set to Flowchart and Reference GuidesSymbols Used Using the FlashTable of Contents Registering My Camera Settings 118 Adjusting the ExposureAbout Printing Dpof Print Settings 100 104Please Read Warranty LimitationsRead This First Test ShotsPlease see page 23 to change the language setting Camera Body TemperatureLanguage Setting About the LCD MonitorSafety Precautions Read This First Read This First Read This First Read This First Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Avoid Condensation Related ProblemsPreventing Malfunctions If Condensation Forms Inside the CameraComponents Guide Computer pDirect Print Compatible Printers sold separately SET Button Battery Cover pBattery Cover Lock p Menu Button p Memory Card Slot Cover pShooting Mode Dial Indicators Installing the Batteries Close the battery coverPreparing the Camera Proper Battery Handling Change Battery Status IndicationsNever use batteries that look like this BatteriesTo remove the memory card Close the memory card slot cover securelyPush the memory card in until it clicks into place Push the memory card until it clicks and then release itFormatting Memory Cards Press the Menu button Memory Card Handling Precautions Setting the Date/Time Press the SET buttonSetting the Language Shortcut OperationDISP. Button Standard Detailed Using the LCD MonitorShooting Mode DISP. ButtonIcons Displayed in Shooting Mode Camera Shake Low BatteryPreparing the Camera Playback Mode No DisplayIcons Displayed in Playback Mode Detailed Display Following information may also appear with some imagesAbout the Histogram Sample HistogramsPress the Power button again to turn the power off Turning the Power On/OffPress the Power button until the power lamp lights green p Basic FunctionsPlayback mode Power Saving FunctionAuto Power Down On Shooting mode When the Auto Power Down Function ActivatesSwitching between Shooting and Playback Slide the mode switch toShooting Mode Playback Mode The lens does not retract for Shooting The Basics Press the shutter button all the way Pressing HalfwayPressing Fully Shooting with the Viewfinder Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting AF-assist BeamChanging the Image Display Duration Rec. menu appearsUsing the Mode Dial Image Zone Night Scene Mode Shooting procedures are Same as for the mode pLandscape Mode Shooting ModesResolution Changing the Resolution and CompressionMovies can be shot with the following resolutions Compression PurposeSelect Press the FUNC. button Select L* using the or buttonResolution you wish to set using the or button Press the FUNC. buttonUsing the Flash Press the button to switch between flash modesShoot the image Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function Rec. menu, set Red-eye to OnAppears on the LCD monitor Basics Macro Mode Red-eye ReductionSelf-timer Select , or using the or button and press the Func ButtonButton Shooting procedures are the same as for Mode p Digital ZoomPowerShot A510 Approx .3 shots per second Shooting will stop when the shutter button is releasedContinuous Shooting Shooting Panoramic Images Stitch Assist Framing a SubjectShoot the first image Turn the Shooting mode dial toUse the same procedures to shoot the remaining images Press the SET button after the last shotSpecial Scene Mode By simply selecting one of the followingTurn the shooting mode dial to Special Scene mode Current Scene mode screen is displayedFireworks Underwater Foliage SnowNight Snapshot Kids & Pets BeachCurrent setting is Postcard Print ModeSelect Postcard using Button Press the FUNC. button Shoot the imageSelect Off, Date or Date & Time using the or button Press the Menu button Shoot the imageEmbedding the Date Image Data Movie Mode Basics Playback The Basics Slide the mode switch toMove between images using the or button Displaying Images Individually Single Image PlaybackCanceling the Magnified Display Pressing the Menu button cancels magnification immediatelyMagnifying Images Change the image selection using the , , or button Viewing Images in Sets of Nine Index PlaybackImages appear at once index playback Jumping between Images Select a movie using the or button and press the SET buttonSelect Play using the or button and press the SET button Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback pSelect the movie you wish to edit and press the SET button Pausing and Resuming PlaySelect Edit using the or button and press the SET button Fast Forwarding/RewindingSelect Save using the or button and press the SET button Select an editing method using the or buttonSelect the range you wish to delete using the or button Select Play using the or button and press the SET buttonPlayback The Basics Select Erase using the or button and press the SET button ErasingConfirmation screen appears Selecting Menus and Settings Selecting Settings with the FUNC. Button Shooting Mode OnlyShooting Advanced Functions Contents Press the Menu button Press the Menu button Use Button to switch between MenusButton to select the setting Use Button to select a menu itemShooting Advanced Functions Menu Settings and Default Settings Rec. MenuPlay Menu Set up MenuDirect print function or at a photo lab service MuteSelftimer Vol Menu Item Setting ContentOperation Vol Volume Shutter Volume115 Language Video SystemCustomizing the Camera My Camera Settings 117Can be performed from Shooting or Playback mode Resetting the Settings to DefaultTurn the power on Press the Menu button for longer than 5 secondsUsing the Mode Dial Creative Zone How to Use the Mode DialSetting the Shutter Speed Program AEDifferences between the P and Modes Seconds Aperture ShutterValue Wide AngleSetting the Aperture Aperture Value DisplayManually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Or +2 appears in redSwitching between Focusing Modes Select On or Off using the or buttonRec. menu, select AiAF Switching between Metering Modes Select * Evaluative in the FUNC. menuAdjusting the Exposure Adjust the compensation using the or buttonSelect *+/- Exp. in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the Tone White Balance Select *Auto in the FUNC. menuSetting a Custom White Balance Zoom is positioned to the telephoto end setting ISO speed is set to the same setting to shoot the imageFlash is set to Flash On or Flash Off Select the ISO speed using the or button Changing the ISO SpeedSelect *ISO Speed in the FUNC. menu Select the photo effect using the or button Changing the Photo EffectSelect *Effect Off in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the Flash Output Adjust the flash output using the or buttonSelect Flash Output in the FUNC. menu Shooting with AF Lock Shooting Hard-to-Focus SubjectsShooting with Focus Lock Icon appears on the LCD monitorShooting in Manual Focus Mode Press the MF button until appearsSet up menu, select Auto Rotate Focus using the or button and shoot the imageSetting the Auto Rotate Function Select On and press the Menu buttonAdvanced Functions Playback Advanced Functions Rotating Images in the DisplayPlay menu, select Rotate and press the SET Button Select Record using the or Button and press the SET button Attaching Sound Memos to ImageSelect Sound Memo in the Play menu and press the SET button Play menu, select Auto Play and press the SET Button Pausing and Resuming Auto PlayAuto Play Stopping Auto PlayProtecting Images Play menu, select Protect and press the SET ButtonIcon appears on Various Functions About PrintingDirect Print Compatible Printing See the System MapSelect images for printing Dpof Print SettingsPlay menu, select Print Order and press the SET Button Standard/ Both Single image playbackIndex Single image playback Select an image usingIndex playback p Or buttonDisplay will return to the Print Order menu Maximum of 998 images can be setDate Setting the Print StylePrint Type File NoImage Transmission Settings Dpof Transfer Order Selecting Images for TransferringSelect Order using the or button and press the SET button Play menu, select Transfer Order and press SET buttonPlay menu, select Transfer Order and press the SET button Downloading Images to a Computer Display returns to the Transfer Order menuDownloading via a Camera to Computer Connection Canon Camera Twain Driver Downloading from a Memory CardCanon Utilities Canon Camera WIA DriverMacintosh 108109 Digital TerminalJProceed to step 110Following window appears Using the software and computer to download images Downloading Images by Direct TransferUse the or button to select , or and press the button Display will return to the Direct Transfer menuDownloading from a Memory Card See steps 2 to 4 onViewing Images on a TV Set Select On or Off using the or Button Press the Menu button Resetting the File NumberSet up menu, select File No. Reset Various Functions 115116 About File and Folder NumbersFolder File Capacity Rec. or Play menu appears Customizing the Camera My Camera SettingsChanging My Camera Settings 117 Various FunctionsRegistering My Camera Settings Registering the Memory Card Images and SoundsAn image appears Recording starts Recording stops when Time is exceeded pPress the DISP. button Various Functions 119ZStart-up Image Data that can be Registered as My Camera SettingsStart-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds CompressionList of Messages List of Messages 121122 Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. For TroubleshootingProblem Cause Solution Information about alkaline batteries, seeCard logic circuits may be damaged. Contact Memory card warning signal Sounds 124ZIf reformatting does not work, the memory Nearest Canon Customer Help DeskBatteries consumed Batteries are not the right type Batteries Batteries Poor electrical contact, betweenZThe mechanism for detecting the camera’s 30 to 45 cm 11.8 in. to 1.5 ft. when set toSounds come from TelephotoBe recorded when shooting movies 127 Subject in recordedWhite dots or white Formatted in another deviceSlow Recording images To memory card Takes a long time 128 129 Appendix Using the Power Kits Sold SeparatelyAppendix Charging four Charging two Batteries130 Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Appendix 131Using the Lenses Sold Separately Tele-converter TC-DC52A Shooting Ranges in Macro ModeWide Converter WC-DC52 Close-Up Lens 250D 52 mmConversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F Attaching a Lens134 Appendix 135 Bracket supplied Using an Externally Mounted Flash Sold SeparatelyHigh Power Flash HF-DC1 With the flashReplacing the Date Battery Confirm that the camera is turned offAppendix 137 It up in the direction indicated by the arrow d Camera Care and Maintenance Appendix 139Specifications PowerShot A520/PowerShot A510PowerShot A520 Approx 1.9 shots/sec 15 1/2000 secPets and Night Snapshot, Stitch assist and Movie Custom settings PC-controlled Shooting Compliant 142143 Appendix NB-2AH fully Battery PerformanceAA NiMH Batteries ChargedMemory Cards and Estimated Capacities Recordable Images PowerShot A520PowerShot A510 Memory card included with the cameraImage Data Size Estimated NiMH Battery NB-2AH Battery Charger CB-4AH/CB-4AHEAppendix 147 MultiMediaCard Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800SD memory Card Supplied with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800Wide Converter WC-DC52 Sold Separately Close-up Lens 250D 52 mm Sold SeparatelyAppendix 149 150 Tele-converter TC-DC52A Sold SeparatelyConversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F Sold Separately Focal LengthPhoto Tips and Information Advanced Technique for the Macro Mode pHow to Adjust the Exposure p This section offers photography tipsUnderexposure Optimal Exposure OverexposureISO Speed p Erasing Digital TerminalDisplay Modes Batteries Exposure154 Set upFocus ManualMy Camera MeteringMovie Operation SoundTransfer Order 140Start-up 156 Wave FilesAppendix 157 158 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Appendix 159160
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A510, A520 specifications

The Canon A510 is a compact digital camera that was introduced as part of Canon's popular PowerShot A series, well-known for balancing user-friendliness with functionality. This camera is aimed at both novice photographers and those with a bit more experience, striking an appealing balance through its features and affordability.

At the heart of the Canon A510 is a 3.2-megapixel image sensor that delivers high-quality, vibrant images. Given its era, this resolution was quite respectable and allows for prints up to 11x14 inches, making the camera suitable for various applications, from snapshots to more serious photography. The A510 features a 4x optical zoom lens with a focal length equivalent to 35mm to 140mm, giving photographers the ability to capture both wide-angle shots and decent close-ups without sacrificing image clarity.

One standout feature of the Canon A510 is its DIGIC image processor. This advanced technology contributes to quicker response times, enhanced color rendering, and improved overall image quality. The camera also offers a range of shooting modes, including Auto, Manual, Portrait, Landscape, and Night Scenes, among others. These modes allow users to easily adapt to different lighting conditions and subjects, bolstering the camera's versatility.

Another characteristic that sets the A510 apart is its user-friendly interface and ergonomic design. The 1.5-inch LCD screen provides a clear view for composing shots and reviewing images. The menus are straightforward, allowing users to navigate settings without feeling overwhelmed. Additionally, the camera's lightweight and compact size make it a great travel companion, easily fitting in a purse or small bag.

Battery life is also a notable feature of the A510, as it uses AA batteries, which are convenient and widely available. This makes it easy for users to carry spare batteries, ensuring they won't miss important moments while on the go.

Overall, the Canon A510 is a reliable and practical choice for anyone looking for a digital camera that combines ease of use with a solid set of features. Its blend of functionality, portability, and image quality makes it a memorable entry in Canon's lineup, appealing to both casual users and budding photographers alike.
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