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Canon A50 Art Direction, Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, Japan, Design, Photography, Writing

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Art Direction:	Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, Japan
Design:	Sumio Koike, J-Cat Communications, Vancouver, Canada
Photography:	Hideyuki Igarashi, Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, Japan
Writing:	Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, Japan
English Writing:	Christian Cowley, Concise Communications Corp., Vancouver, Canada

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Canon A50 manual Art Direction, Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, Japan, Design, Photography, English Writing

Contents

Read this guide first if you are new to this camera It describes the camera functions, setup and operating proceduresThis Guide Digital Camera Operating Steps and Reference GuidesInstall the Software PowerShot A50 Software Starter Guideor Guide or PowerShot A50 Software Stater Guide On-screen Help Using softwarename On-screenRead This First Camera Setup Quick Start Basic Functions Buttons Mode Dial Functions Stitch Assist Mode Menu Features Other FunctionsDisclaimer IntroductionTrademark Acknowledgments Digital Camera, Model PS1026 FCC NoticeCamera Setup Table of ContentsSpecifications Power On/Off SwitchMenu Features Procedures for Shooting HorizontalSetup Mode Dial FunctionsAppendices Other FunctionsIndex Customer SupportRead This First Handling and Safety PrecautionsPlease Read Test ShotsWarnings Safety PrecautionsDo not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly prescribed in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk Do not handle the power adapter cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the rigid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks Use only Compact Power Adapter CA-PS100/100E to charge Battery Pack NB-5H. Use of other chargers may result in overheating, distortion, fire or electrical shock Avoid Condensation Related Problems Preventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic Fields If Condensation Forms Inside the CameraFront View Guide to ComponentsStrap Holder p LCD Panel DC Coupler Cable Cover p Battery Cover p Back ViewBattery Cover Lock p Tripod Socket Viewfinder p CF Card Slot Cover p Lock for CF Card Slot Cover pRead This Operation panelFirst Charging the Battery Pack Camera SetupDo not charge the battery pack in poorly ventilated areas Fully charge Battery Pack NB-5H before using it for the first time Installing the Battery PackIndent 2CR5 Lithium BatteriesBattery Performance Cable Cover DC Coupler DR-100A DC Indicator DC Compact PowerTerminal Using the Camera with an AC Power SourceAdapter CA-PS100/100E Inserting a CF Card CF 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 Setting the Menu Language Set the correct date and time with the following procedures Setting the Date and Time1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Auto position 2. Press the MENU button to display the Rec. menu7. Turn the Mode Dial to the L Lock position to shut off the power Quick Start Taking Pictures in Auto Mode Taking PicturesAbout Power Save Other Shooting Features Indicator Behavior After a ShotTwo-Stage Shutter Button Replaying Images in PLAY Mode Replaying ImagesReplaying Images in MULTI Mode 2. Select image green frame by pressing the +/- buttons Other Replay FeaturesErasing Images from a CF Card Erasing ImagesShortcut If you want to stop the erase procedure, select CancelTo delete all the images at once, select All in Step To display the previous menu, press the MENU buttonPage Detailed Guide to the Functions Basic Functions Image Size and Quality SpecificationsPower Save Function Power On/Off SwitchShooting Modes Playback ModesShooting Modes Camera ModesPlayback Modes Data Transmission ModeBasic Functions Display PanelViewfinder Frame Marks ViewfinderUpper Indicator IndicatorsLower Indicator Green Ready to take picture no flashShutter Button ButtonsPressing Halfway Pressing FullyRapid Shot Function Situations Not Suited to Autofocus Photography Focus Lockextremely low-contrast objects extremely bright objects in the center of the viewfinderZoom Buttons Continuous/Self-Timer/+ ButtonAuto Mode Program ModePlay Mode Self-Timer ProceduresThis button displays the next stored image Multi ModeProgram or Stitch Assist Mode Flash/- Buttonthe Red-Eye Reduction The icon indicates the Flash Off mode. The flash will not firePlay Mode MACRO/JUMP ButtonMulti Mode Menu ButtonThis button turns the Jump mode on or off Play Mode and Multi ModeJump Mode The following operations are possibleMENU Button LCD/VIDEO ButtonAuto Mode and Program Mode This button turns the LCD panel on or offPlay Mode and Multi Mode SET ButtonThis button displays the Play menu. p.68 This button selects the current menu option shown on the LCD panelLock Mode Dial FunctionsAuto Mode Self-Timer ButtonContinuous/Self-Timer Button Program Modeor Continuous mode as well as the image size and quality Buttons Available in Program Mode Flash ButtonStitch Assist Mode Multi Mode Play Modeinto an image processing application program PC ModeWhen a Sequence is Complete Stitch Assist ModeButtons Available in Stitch Assist Mode FLASH Button MACRO ButtonThe Display Panel may display a lower number of recordable images in Stitch Assist mode than in Auto or Program mode After the indicator stops flashing green, the Procedures for Shooting Horizontal/Vertical SequencesHorizontal Sequence 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Stitch Assist position5. Follow the same steps to shoot subsequent images in the sequence 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Stitch Assist position Procedures for Shooting 2x2 Matrix Sequences2. Select 2x2 with the +/- buttons and press the SET button 3. Shoot the first imageBy default, images are recorded in a clockwise direction starting from the upper right. To change the starting position, press the + button before taking the first shot Page Record Menu Menu FeaturesPlay Menu MENU Button Basic Menu Operations+/- Buttons SET ButtonQuality Record MenuMenu Features Shortcut +/- ExpThe Exposure Compensation function cannot be activated in Auto Mode Icons White BalanceIcons Slow ShutterShow/Hide Info Play MenuThis function can be used to erase image files from a CF card EraseShortcut Rotate ProtectA lock icon will appear next to an image that is protected OriginalStart Slide ShowBegin the slide show by selecting the Start option Images are displayed in order by file numbersMark/Unmark This function clears all marked data contained in shows 1 to Clear MarksPlay Time Repeat Print Orderspecified parameters on compatible digital Order Prints Print TypeAll Images Select ImagesProperty Cancel OrdersPower Save SetupBeep Review Date/TimeThe factory default date style may differ between regions The method by which the camera assigns file numbers can be selected File No. ResetAbout File Numbers Format Shortcut LanguageThe Language menu may appear differ- ently on cameras in some regions Other Functions Connecting to a TV6. Play images using the normal proce- dures Changing the Button Battery1. Ensure that the Mode Dial is set to the L Lock position 8. Close the battery cover and slide the lock to the locked position 7. Replace the battery pack2CR5NB-5H 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the P Program position Changing the Recording Format2. Press the MENU button 3. Hold the LCD/VIDEO Button down and press the SET buttonAppendices Camera MaintenanceCamera Body LensProblem TroubleshootingCauses Battery cover lock was opened CF card slot cover was accessedLock the battery cover and reset the Firmly close and lock the CF card slotCheck the AC power cord connection Make sure the battery pack is seatedafter non-use for a year or more Solutions ProblemCauses AppendicesList of Message Codes The following messages may appear on the LCD Panel List of MessagesPowerShot A50 Specifications± 2 EV Battery Pack NB-5H sold separately in some regions Compact Power Adaptor CA-PS100/100E sold separately in some regionsOperating Temperatures Appendices 105 IndexAppendices 106 Canon Customer Support Customer SupportUlead Customer Support Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, Japan Art DirectionDesign Sumio Koike, J-Cat Communications, Vancouver, Canada0599Nixx H-IE-021-V11999 CANON INC PRINTED IN JAPAN