Mode Dial Functions
The Mode Dial allows you to select between the various shooting and playback modes featured on the PowerShot A5.
Lock
The Mode Dial should be set to the Lock position when the camera is not in use. In this mode the lens cover will close and the camera power will shut off.
•Ensure that you set the Mode Dial to the Lock position before you change a battery, eject a CF card or connect the camera to a computer or televi- sion.
Auto Mode
In Auto mode, the camera selects whether or
not to use the flash and automatically chooses focus, exposure and white balance settings. The picture format is fixed at Large for this mode, but the quality setting can be changed. It is convenient to use this mode for normal picture taking.
Buttons Available in Auto Mode
Macro Button
Use this button when you want to shoot a photographic subject 9 to 50 cm distant from the lens. The 
mark displays in the Display Panel when this mode is selected.
Self-Timer Button
Use this button to activate the 
mark displays in the Display Panel when this mode is selected. The shutter will activate 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed.
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