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Power On/Off

Switch

The camera’s power is turned on and off with the Mode Dial. The power is off when the dial is set to the L (Lock) position and on when set in any other position.

Power Save Function

Shooting Modes

The camera automatically closes the lens cover and powers down if you do not use a camera function for approximately three minutes.

Playback Modes

The camera automatically powers down if you do not use a camera function for approximately five minutes.

PC Mode

When connected to a computer, a message is displayed on the computer monitor if you do not use a camera function for approximately five minutes. If you do not use a camera function for an additional minute, the camera automatically powers down.

•To reactivate the camera after powerdown, turn the Mode Dial or press any button.

•You can deactivate the Power Save function with the Menu feature. (p. 53)

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Contents English Disclaimer IntroductionTrademark Acknowledgement Table of Contents Table of Contents Shooting Quick Guide to Page Numbers by CategoryReplaying Images Quick Guide to Page Numbers by CategorySaving, Printing and Deleting Image Files Other Topics Exclusion of Liability Handling and Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions Handling and Safety Precautions ....2/7Handling and Safety Precautions ....3/7 Handling and Safety Precautions ....4/7 Handling and Safety Precautions ....5/7 Handling and Safety Precautions ....6/7 If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Handling and Safety Precautions ....7/7Avoid Condensation Related Problems Avoid Strong Magnetic FieldsQuick Start Guide9 p Guide to ComponentsGuide to Components ....2/2 Image Size and Quality Specifications Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 .. /13 Power On/Off SwitchPower Save Function Camera Modes Single Mode Continuous Mode Self-Timer Mode Fine Normal Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....4/13Display Panel Viewfinder Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....5/13Viewfinder Frame Marks Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....6/13 IndicatorsPressing Halfway Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....7/13Camera features a two-stage shutter button Shutter ButtonPressing Fully Continuous/Self-Timer + ButtonBasic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....8/13 Auto mode, this button turns the Self-Timer mode on and offFlash Button Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....9/13Reducing the potential for reflections back from the retinas Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....10/13Macro/Jump Button Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....11/13Stitch Assist mode, the LCD panel is automatically turned on Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 12/13SET Button Basic Functions of the PowerShot A5 ....13/13Lock Mode Dial FunctionsAuto Mode Buttons Available in Auto ModeContinuous/Self-Timer Button Program ModeMode Dial Functions ....2/5 Buttons Available in Program ModeHorizontal Sequence Vertical Sequence Stitch Assist ModeMode Dial Functions ....3/5 What is Stitch Assist?Mode Dial Functions ....4/5 Play Mode Multi ModeMode Dial Functions ....5/5 PC ModeRetaking a Picture Taking Pictures in Stitch Assist ModeButtons Available in Stitch Assist Mode When a Sequence is CompleteShooting Hints Taking Pictures in Stitch Assist Mode ....2/6Taking Pictures in Stitch Assist Mode ....3/6 Procedures for Shooting Horizontal/Vertical Se- quencesTaking Pictures in Stitch Assist Mode ....4/6 2x2 Shot ProceduresGraphic subject captured by the lens Taking Pictures in Stitch Assist Mode ....5/6 Taking Pictures in Stitch Assist Mode ....6/6 Play Menu Menu FeaturesRecord Menu +/- Buttons Menu Features ....2/13Basic Menu Operations Menu ButtonQuality Menu Features ....3/13Small and CCD RAW sizes are not available in Auto mode Record Menu+/- Exp Menu Features ....4/13CCD RAW size is not available in Stitch Assist mode ReviewReset File No Menu Features ....5/13About File Numbers Slide Show Menu Features ....6/13Play Menu Show InfoMark/Unmark Menu Features ....7/13Begin the slide show by selecting the Start option StartMaximum of 100 images can be marked Menu Features ....8/13Clear Marks Repeat Menu Features ....9/13Protect Play TimeErase Menu Features ....10/13Print Mark Menu Features ....11/13 SetupMaximum of 100 images may be marked Beep Menu Features ....12/13Power Save ResetFormat Menu Features ....13/13Language Connecting to a TV Connecting to a Windows Computer Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to a Computer ....2/2 Changing the Button Bat- tery Changing the Button Battery and Setting the Date/TimeOpen End Tabs Setting the Date/Time Use a lens blower to remove dust and dirt from the lens Camera MaintenanceCF Cards and Capacities Optional AccessoriesSoft Case CF CardsDigital Printer CD-200 Optional Accessories ....2/2Pcmcia Card Adapter CF Card ReaderTroubleshooting Troubleshooting ....2/5 Troubleshooting ....3/5 Images are too dark Insufficient ambient light Troubleshooting ....4/5Image is blurred or Camera or photographic Out of focus Subject is movingTroubleshooting ....5/5 List of Message Codes Within the CTG99999 and the DC97 folders, respectively List of MessagesNo CF card PowerShot A5 SpecificationsTesing Conditions Specifications ....2/2Instructions Canon Battery PackBefore You Use Battery Pack NB-5H Appendix aAppendix a ....2/4 Operating PrecautionsAppendix a ....3/4 Safety PrecautionsSpecifications Storage PrecautionsAppendix a ....4/4 Appendix B Canon Compact Power AdapterVoltage Range Appendix B ....2/4 Charging the Battery Pack NB-5HAppendix B ....3/4 Powering the Camera With the Compact Power AdapterNever disassemble or alter any part of this equipment Appendix B ....4/4Canon Instructions for Camera InstallationInstructions for Pcmcia Slot Installation Appendix CDo not attempt to disassemble or alter CF cards Appendix C ....2/4Appendix C ....3/4 Precautions with the FC-15MInsert the FC-15M in the PC card slot Appendix C 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