Canon A50 manual Problem Causes Solutions

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Problem

Cause(s)

Solution(s)

Camera will not shoot

CF card slot cover is open

• Firmly close and lock the CF card slot

 

(Display Panel flashes “CF”)

cover.

 

 

 

 

CF card full (O is displayed in the

• Replace the CF card.

 

Display Panel and a continuous

• Load the CF card data onto a computer

 

beep sounds when the shutter

and erase all or some of the card’s images

 

button is pressed)

to create space.

 

 

 

 

CF card not formatted correctly

• Format the CF card.

 

(Display Panel flashes “CF”)

• The logic circuits of the CF card may be

 

 

faulty or damaged. Please consult the

 

 

nearest Canon Customer Support Help

 

 

Desk.

 

 

 

Lens will not retract

CF card slot cover was accessed

• Close the CF card slot cover and reset

 

immediately after Mode Dial was

the Mode Dial to the L (Lock) position.

 

turned to the L (Lock) position

 

 

 

 

 

Battery cover lock was opened

• Lock the battery cover and reset the

 

immediately after Mode Dial was

Mode Dial to the L (Lock) position.

 

turned to the L (Lock) position

 

 

 

 

Battery fails prematurely

Low ambient temperature has

• Restrict use of the battery to places with

 

diminished battery output

ambient temperatures over 32°F (0°C).

 

 

When taking shots in relatively cold

 

 

conditions, keep the camera warm next

 

 

to your body or in a pocket. (p.21)

Appendices

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Contents Page Digital Camera Operating Steps and Reference Guides Install the SoftwareHardware Guide Start Taking Pictures Load Images onto a ComputerProcessing Images with the Software Disclaimer IntroductionDigital Camera, Model PS1026 FCC NoticeTable of Contents Play Mode Multi Mode Auto ModeProcedures for Shooting Horizontal SetupIndex Read This First Handling and Safety PrecautionsTest Shots Safety Precautions Read This First Read This First Read This First Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Avoid Condensation Related ProblemsIf Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Extended StorageFront View Guide to ComponentsBack View Operation panel Charging the Battery Pack Camera SetupCamera Setup Installing the Battery Pack 2CR5 Lithium Batteries Battery Performance Using the Camera with an AC Power Source Close the CF card slot cover Inserting a CF CardCF Cards and Estimated Capacities Are uncertain about these procedures Precautions with CF CardsHow to Remove the Windows Standard Driver How to Install the SanDisk ATA FlashDisk Device DriverAttaching the Wrist Strap Turn the Mode Dial to the Play position Setting the Menu LanguageYou can change the language in which messages are displayed Set the correct date and time with the following procedures Setting the Date and TimeCamera Setup Quick Start About Power Save Taking Pictures in Auto ModeTaking Pictures Two-Stage Shutter Button Other Shooting FeaturesReplaying Images in Multi Mode Replaying Images in Play ModeReplaying Images Select image green frame by pressing the +/- buttons Other Replay FeaturesErasing Images from a CF Card Erasing ImagesShortcut Page Detailed Guide to the Functions Basic Functions Image Size and Quality Specifications320 KB 120 KBPower Save Function Power On/Off SwitchCamera Modes Data Transmission ModeShooting Modes Playback ModesCCD RAW Display PanelViewfinder Frame Marks ViewfinderUpper Indicator IndicatorsLower Indicator Buttons Camera features a two-stage shutter buttonShutter Button Pressing HalfwayRapid Shot Function Situations Not Suited to Autofocus Photography Focus LockExtremely low-contrast objects Auto Mode Continuous/Self-Timer/+ ButtonProgram Mode Zoom ButtonsMulti Mode Play ModeSelf-Timer Procedures Menu ButtonFlash/- Button Program or Stitch Assist ModeRed-Eye Reduction MACRO/JUMP Button Auto, Program or Stitch Assist ModeThis button turns the Jump mode on or off Play Mode and Multi ModeJump Mode Following operations are possibleAuto Mode, Program Mode and Stitch Assist Mode Auto Mode and Program ModeLCD/VIDEO Button Menu ButtonThis button displays the Play menu. p.68 SET ButtonAuto Mode Mode Dial FunctionsButtons Available in Auto Mode Macro Button Self-Timer ButtonOr Continuous mode as Well as the image size and quality Program ModeButtons Available in Program Mode Flash Button Continuous/Self-Timer ButtonStitch Assist Mode Multi Mode Play ModeInto an image processing application program PC ModeButtons Available Stitch Assist Mode Flash Button Stitch Assist ModeWhen a Sequence is Complete Retaking a PictureStitch Assist Mode Turn the Mode Dial to the Stitch Assist position Procedures for Shooting Horizontal/Vertical SequencesHorizontal Sequence Vertical SequenceStitch Assist Mode Procedures for Shooting 2x2 Matrix Sequences Stitch Assist Mode Stitch Assist Mode Record Menu Menu FeaturesPlay Menu Menu Button Basic Menu Operations+/- Buttons SET ButtonQuality Record MenuSize/Quality Compression Format File Size +/- Exp Icons White BalanceSlow Shutter Show/Hide Info Play MenuErase Rotate ProtectStart Slide ShowBegin the slide show by selecting the Start option Images are displayed in order by file numbersMark/Unmark Play Time Clear MarksRepeat Print OrderSpecified parameters on compatible digital Print Type Standard setting prints one image toOrder Prints All Images Select ImagesThis setting deletes the print mark data Cancel OrdersProperty Power Save SetupBeep Review Date/TimeAbout File Numbers File No. ResetFormat Language Other Functions Connecting to a TVChanging the Button Battery 2CR5NB-5H Replace the battery pack Changing the Recording Format Turn the Mode Dial back to the L Lock positionHold the LCD/VIDEO Button down and press the SET button Appendices Camera MaintenanceProblem Causes TroubleshootingProblem Causes Solutions Battery pack life has been Mode List of Message Codes Following messages may appear on the LCD Panel List of MessagesPowerShot A50 SpecificationsAppendices 103 Battery Pack NB-5H sold separately in some regions Index Appendices 106 Canon Customer Support Customer SupportAsia Ulead Customer SupportPage IE-021-V1 0599Nixx Canon INC
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