Canon A510, A520 manual Playback Mode, No Display

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			Preparing the Camera
Playback Mode
	Standard	File Number
		File Number
DISP. Button		DISP. Button	Histogram
			Histogram
No Display		Shooting	Detailed*
		Date/Time
Displayed	Total	Aperture Value
image	number of	Aperture Value
number	images
		Shutter Speed
DISP. Button			Movie Length
			Movie Length

Preparing the Camera, Basic Function

			Compression	p. 40
			Resolution (Still image)	p. 40
			Sound memo (WAVE file)	p. 95
			Movie	p. 56
			Movie	p. 56

			Protection Status	p. 97

*Detailed Display is not available in Index Playback (9 images).

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Contents Canon Communication & Image France S.A Please read the Read This First section pDisclaimer Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedTrademark Acknowledgements 161 AppendixSymbols Used Flowchart and Reference GuidesMode dial should be set to Using the FlashTable of Contents About Printing Dpof Print Settings 100 Adjusting the ExposureRegistering My Camera Settings 118 104Read This First Warranty LimitationsPlease Read Test ShotsLanguage Setting Camera Body TemperaturePlease see page 23 to change the language setting About the LCD MonitorSafety Precautions Read This First Read This First Read This First Read This First Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Condensation Related ProblemsAvoid Strong Magnetic Fields If Condensation Forms Inside the CameraDirect Print Compatible Printers sold separately Components GuideComputer p Battery Cover Lock p Battery Cover pSET Button Menu Button p Memory Card Slot Cover pShooting Mode Dial Indicators Preparing the Camera Installing the BatteriesClose the battery cover Proper Battery Handling Never use batteries that look like this Battery Status IndicationsChange BatteriesPush the memory card in until it clicks into place Close the memory card slot cover securelyTo remove the memory card Push the memory card until it clicks and then release itFormatting Memory Cards Press the Menu button Memory Card Handling Precautions Press the SET button Setting the Date/TimeShortcut Operation Setting the LanguageShooting Mode Using the LCD MonitorDISP. Button Standard Detailed DISP. ButtonCamera Shake Low Battery Icons Displayed in Shooting ModePreparing the Camera No Display Playback ModeFollowing information may also appear with some images Icons Displayed in Playback Mode Detailed DisplaySample Histograms About the HistogramPress the Power button until the power lamp lights green p Turning the Power On/OffPress the Power button again to turn the power off Basic FunctionsAuto Power Down On Shooting mode Power Saving FunctionPlayback mode When the Auto Power Down Function ActivatesShooting Mode Playback Mode The lens does not retract for Switching between Shooting and PlaybackSlide the mode switch to Shooting The Basics Pressing Fully Press the shutter button all the wayPressing Halfway Shooting with the Viewfinder AF-assist Beam Reviewing an Image Right after ShootingRec. menu appears Changing the Image Display DurationUsing the Mode Dial Image Zone Landscape Mode Shooting procedures are Same as for the mode pNight Scene Mode Shooting ModesMovies can be shot with the following resolutions Changing the Resolution and CompressionResolution Compression PurposeResolution you wish to set using the or button Press the FUNC. button Select L* using the or buttonSelect Press the FUNC. buttonShoot the image Using the FlashPress the button to switch between flash modes Appears on the LCD monitor Basics Setting the Red-eye Reduction FunctionRec. menu, set Red-eye to On Red-eye Reduction Macro ModeSelect , or using the or button and press the Func Button Self-timerButton Digital Zoom Shooting procedures are the same as for Mode pContinuous Shooting PowerShot A510 Approx .3 shots per secondShooting will stop when the shutter button is released Framing a Subject Shooting Panoramic Images Stitch AssistUse the same procedures to shoot the remaining images Turn the Shooting mode dial toShoot the first image Press the SET button after the last shotBy simply selecting one of the following Special Scene ModeCurrent Scene mode screen is displayed Turn the shooting mode dial to Special Scene modeNight Snapshot Kids & Pets Foliage SnowFireworks Underwater BeachSelect Postcard using Button Postcard Print ModeCurrent setting is Press the FUNC. button Shoot the imageEmbedding the Date Image Data Select Off, Date or Date & Time using the or buttonPress the Menu button Shoot the image Movie Mode Basics Move between images using the or button Slide the mode switch toPlayback The Basics Displaying Images Individually Single Image PlaybackMagnifying Images Canceling the Magnified DisplayPressing the Menu button cancels magnification immediately Images appear at once index playback Change the image selection using the , , or buttonViewing Images in Sets of Nine Index Playback Select Play using the or button and press the SET button Select a movie using the or button and press the SET buttonJumping between Images Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback pSelect Edit using the or button and press the SET button Pausing and Resuming PlaySelect the movie you wish to edit and press the SET button Fast Forwarding/RewindingSelect the range you wish to delete using the or button Select an editing method using the or buttonSelect Save using the or button and press the SET button Select Play using the or button and press the SET buttonPlayback The Basics Confirmation screen appears Select Erase using the or button and press the SET buttonErasing Shooting Advanced Functions Selecting Menus and SettingsSelecting Settings with the FUNC. Button Shooting Mode Only Button to select the setting Press the Menu button Use Button to switch between MenusContents Press the Menu button Use Button to select a menu itemShooting Advanced Functions Rec. Menu Menu Settings and Default SettingsDirect print function or at a photo lab service Set up MenuPlay Menu MuteOperation Vol Volume Menu Item Setting ContentSelftimer Vol Shutter Volume115 Video System Language117 Customizing the Camera My Camera SettingsTurn the power on Resetting the Settings to DefaultCan be performed from Shooting or Playback mode Press the Menu button for longer than 5 secondsHow to Use the Mode Dial Using the Mode Dial Creative ZoneDifferences between the P and Modes Setting the Shutter SpeedProgram AE Value Aperture ShutterSeconds Wide AngleAperture Value Display Setting the ApertureOr +2 appears in red Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and ApertureRec. menu, select AiAF Switching between Focusing ModesSelect On or Off using the or button Select * Evaluative in the FUNC. menu Switching between Metering ModesSelect *+/- Exp. in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the ExposureAdjust the compensation using the or button Select *Auto in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the Tone White BalanceSetting a Custom White Balance Flash is set to Flash On or Flash Off Zoom is positioned to the telephoto end settingISO speed is set to the same setting to shoot the image Select *ISO Speed in the FUNC. menu Select the ISO speed using the or buttonChanging the ISO Speed Select *Effect Off in the FUNC. menu Select the photo effect using the or buttonChanging the Photo Effect Select Flash Output in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the Flash OutputAdjust the flash output using the or button Shooting with Focus Lock Shooting Hard-to-Focus SubjectsShooting with AF Lock Icon appears on the LCD monitorPress the MF button until appears Shooting in Manual Focus ModeSetting the Auto Rotate Function Focus using the or button and shoot the imageSet up menu, select Auto Rotate Select On and press the Menu buttonAdvanced Functions Play menu, select Rotate and press the SET Button Playback Advanced FunctionsRotating Images in the Display Select Sound Memo in the Play menu and press the SET button Select Record using the or Button and press the SET buttonAttaching Sound Memos to Image Auto Play Pausing and Resuming Auto PlayPlay menu, select Auto Play and press the SET Button Stopping Auto PlayIcon appears on Protecting ImagesPlay menu, select Protect and press the SET Button About Printing Various FunctionsSee the System Map Direct Print Compatible PrintingPlay menu, select Print Order and press the SET Button Dpof Print SettingsSelect images for printing Standard/ Both Single image playbackIndex playback p Select an image usingIndex Single image playback Or buttonMaximum of 998 images can be set Display will return to the Print Order menuPrint Type Setting the Print StyleDate File NoSelecting Images for Transferring Image Transmission Settings Dpof Transfer OrderPlay menu, select Transfer Order and press the SET button Select Order using the or button and press the SET buttonPlay menu, select Transfer Order and press SET button Downloading via a Camera to Computer Connection Downloading Images to a ComputerDisplay returns to the Transfer Order menu Canon Utilities Downloading from a Memory CardCanon Camera Twain Driver Canon Camera WIA Driver108 MacintoshDigital Terminal 109Following window appears JProceed to step110 Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Using the software and computer to download imagesDisplay will return to the Direct Transfer menu Use the or button to select , or and press the buttonSee steps 2 to 4 on Downloading from a Memory CardViewing Images on a TV Set Set up menu, select File No. Reset Resetting the File NumberSelect On or Off using the or Button Press the Menu button Various Functions 115Folder File Capacity 116About File and Folder Numbers Changing My Camera Settings Customizing the Camera My Camera SettingsRec. or Play menu appears 117 Various FunctionsRegistering the Memory Card Images and Sounds Registering My Camera SettingsPress the DISP. button Recording starts Recording stops when Time is exceeded pAn image appears Various Functions 119Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds Data that can be Registered as My Camera SettingsZStart-up Image CompressionList of Messages 121 List of Messages122 Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingCanon AA-size NiMH batteries. For Information about alkaline batteries, seeZIf reformatting does not work, the memory Memory card warning signal Sounds 124Card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact Nearest Canon Customer Help DeskBatteries Batteries Poor electrical contact, between Batteries consumed Batteries are not the right typeSounds come from 30 to 45 cm 11.8 in. to 1.5 ft. when set toZThe mechanism for detecting the camera’s TelephotoSubject in recorded Be recorded when shooting movies 127Slow Recording images To memory card Takes a long time 128 White dots or whiteFormatted in another device Appendix Using the Power Kits Sold Separately129 Appendix Charging four Charging two Batteries130 Appendix 131 Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800Using the Lenses Sold Separately Wide Converter WC-DC52 Shooting Ranges in Macro ModeTele-converter TC-DC52A Close-Up Lens 250D 52 mm134 Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52FAttaching a Lens Appendix 135 High Power Flash HF-DC1 Using an Externally Mounted Flash Sold SeparatelyBracket supplied With the flashAppendix 137 Replacing the Date BatteryConfirm that the camera is turned off It up in the direction indicated by the arrow d Appendix 139 Camera Care and MaintenancePowerShot A520/PowerShot A510 SpecificationsPets and Night Snapshot, Stitch assist and Movie PowerShot A520 Approx 1.9 shots/sec15 1/2000 sec Compliant 142 Custom settings PC-controlled Shooting143 Appendix AA NiMH Batteries Battery PerformanceNB-2AH fully ChargedPowerShot A510 PowerShot A520Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities Recordable Images Memory card included with the cameraImage Data Size Estimated Appendix 147 NiMH Battery NB-2AHBattery Charger CB-4AH/CB-4AHE SD memory Card Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800MultiMediaCard Supplied with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800Appendix 149 Wide Converter WC-DC52 Sold SeparatelyClose-up Lens 250D 52 mm Sold Separately Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F Sold Separately Tele-converter TC-DC52A Sold Separately150 Focal LengthHow to Adjust the Exposure p Advanced Technique for the Macro Mode pPhoto Tips and Information This section offers photography tipsISO Speed p UnderexposureOptimal Exposure Overexposure Display Modes Batteries Digital TerminalErasing ExposureFocus Set up154 ManualMovie MeteringMy Camera Operation SoundStart-up 156 140Transfer Order Wave FilesAppendix 157 158 Appendix 159 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode160

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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.