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Canon A50 manual Back View, Viewfinder p CF Card Slot Cover p Lock for CF Card Slot Cover p

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Back View

• Viewfinder (p. 44)

• CF Card Slot Cover (p. 24)

• Lock for CF Card Slot Cover (p. 24)

• Strap Holder (p. 27)

• LCD Panel*

• DC Coupler Cable Cover (p. 23)

• Battery Cover (p. 20)

• Battery Cover Lock (p. 20)

• Tripod Socket

*The LCD panel is produced with extremely high- precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

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Canon A50 Back View, Viewfinder p CF Card Slot Cover p Lock for CF Card Slot Cover p, Battery Cover Lock p Tripod Socket

Contents

It describes the camera functions, setup and operating procedures Read this guide first if you are new to this cameraDigital Camera Operating Steps and Reference Guides This GuideInstall the Software PowerShot A50 Software Starter GuideUsing softwarename On-screen or Guide or PowerShot A50 Software Stater Guide On-screen HelpRead This First Camera Setup Quick Start Basic Functions Buttons Mode Dial Functions Stitch Assist Mode Menu Features Other FunctionsDisclaimer IntroductionTrademark Acknowledgments FCC Notice Digital Camera, Model PS1026Table of Contents Camera SetupSpecifications Power On/Off SwitchProcedures for Shooting Horizontal Menu FeaturesSetup Mode Dial FunctionsOther Functions AppendicesIndex Customer SupportHandling and Safety Precautions Read This FirstPlease Read Test ShotsSafety Precautions WarningsDo 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 Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Condensation Related ProblemsAvoid Strong Magnetic Fields If Condensation Forms Inside the CameraGuide to Components Front ViewBack View Strap Holder p LCD Panel DC Coupler Cable Cover p Battery Cover pBattery Cover Lock p Tripod Socket Viewfinder p CF Card Slot Cover p Lock for CF Card Slot Cover pRead This Operation panelFirst Camera Setup Charging the Battery PackDo not charge the battery pack in poorly ventilated areas Installing the Battery Pack Fully charge Battery Pack NB-5H before using it for the first time2CR5 Lithium Batteries IndentBattery 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 Precautions with CF Cards are uncertain about these proceduresHow to Remove the Windows Standard Driver How to Install the SanDisk ATA FlashDisk Device DriverAttaching the Wrist Strap Setting the Menu Language Setting the Date and Time Set the correct date and time with the following procedures1. 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 Other Replay Features 2. Select image green frame by pressing the +/- buttonsErasing Images Erasing Images from a CF CardIf you want to stop the erase procedure, select Cancel ShortcutTo delete all the images at once, select All in Step To display the previous menu, press the MENU buttonPage Detailed Guide to the Functions Image Size and Quality Specifications Basic FunctionsPower On/Off Switch Power Save FunctionShooting Modes Playback ModesCamera Modes Shooting ModesPlayback Modes Data Transmission ModeDisplay Panel Basic FunctionsViewfinder Viewfinder Frame MarksIndicators Upper IndicatorLower Indicator Green Ready to take picture no flashButtons Shutter ButtonPressing Halfway Pressing FullyRapid Shot Function Focus Lock Situations Not Suited to Autofocus Photographyextremely low-contrast objects extremely bright objects in the center of the viewfinderContinuous/Self-Timer/+ Button Zoom ButtonsAuto Mode Program ModeSelf-Timer Procedures Play ModeThis button displays the next stored image Multi ModeFlash/- Button Program or Stitch Assist Modethe Red-Eye Reduction The icon indicates the Flash Off mode. The flash will not fireMACRO/JUMP Button Play ModeMulti Mode Menu ButtonPlay Mode and Multi Mode This button turns the Jump mode on or offJump Mode The following operations are possibleLCD/VIDEO Button MENU ButtonAuto Mode and Program Mode This button turns the LCD panel on or offSET Button Play Mode and Multi ModeThis button displays the Play menu. p.68 This button selects the current menu option shown on the LCD panelMode Dial Functions LockAuto Mode Self-Timer ButtonProgram Mode Continuous/Self-Timer Buttonor Continuous mode as well as the image size and quality Buttons Available in Program Mode Flash ButtonStitch Assist Mode Play Mode Multi ModePC Mode into an image processing application programStitch Assist Mode When a Sequence is CompleteButtons 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 Procedures for Shooting Horizontal/Vertical Sequences After the indicator stops flashing green, theHorizontal Sequence 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Stitch Assist position5. Follow the same steps to shoot subsequent images in the sequence Procedures for Shooting 2x2 Matrix Sequences 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Stitch Assist position2. 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 Basic Menu Operations MENU Button+/- Buttons SET ButtonRecord Menu QualityMenu Features Shortcut +/- ExpThe Exposure Compensation function cannot be activated in Auto Mode White Balance IconsSlow Shutter IconsPlay Menu Show/Hide InfoThis function can be used to erase image files from a CF card EraseShortcut Protect RotateA lock icon will appear next to an image that is protected OriginalSlide Show StartBegin 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 Print Type Order PrintsSelect Images All ImagesCancel Orders PropertyPower 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 Connecting to a TV Other FunctionsChanging the Button Battery 6. Play images using the normal proce- dures1. 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 Changing the Recording Format 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the P Program position2. Press the MENU button 3. Hold the LCD/VIDEO Button down and press the SET buttonCamera Maintenance AppendicesCamera Body LensProblem TroubleshootingCauses CF card slot cover was accessed Battery cover lock was openedLock 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 Problem SolutionsCauses AppendicesList of Message Codes List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD PanelSpecifications PowerShot A50± 2 EV Battery Pack NB-5H sold separately in some regions Compact Power Adaptor CA-PS100/100E sold separately in some regionsOperating Temperatures Index Appendices 105Appendices 106 Customer Support Canon Customer SupportUlead Customer Support Art Direction Yoshisuke Kuramoto, CDS Inc., Tokyo, JapanDesign Sumio Koike, J-Cat Communications, Vancouver, CanadaH-IE-021-V1 0599Nixx1999 CANON INC PRINTED IN JAPAN