Read this guide first if you are new to this camera
It describes the camera functions, setup and operating procedures
This Guide
Digital Camera Operating Steps and Reference Guides
Install the Software
PowerShot A50 Software Starter Guide
or Guide or PowerShot A50 Software Stater Guide On-screen Help
Using softwarename On-screen
Read This First Camera Setup Quick Start Basic Functions Buttons
Mode Dial Functions Stitch Assist Mode Menu Features Other Functions
Introduction
Disclaimer
Trademark Acknowledgments
Digital Camera, Model PS1026
FCC Notice
Camera Setup
Table of Contents
Specifications
Power On/Off Switch
Menu Features
Procedures for Shooting Horizontal
Setup
Mode Dial Functions
Appendices
Other Functions
Index
Customer Support
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Handling and Safety Precautions
Please Read
Test Shots
Warnings
Safety Precautions
Do 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 Malfunctions
Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields
If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
Front View
Guide to Components
Strap Holder p LCD Panel DC Coupler Cable Cover p Battery Cover p
Back View
Battery Cover Lock p Tripod Socket
Viewfinder p CF Card Slot Cover p Lock for CF Card Slot Cover p
Operation panel
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First
Charging the Battery Pack
Camera Setup
Do 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 Pack
Indent
2CR5 Lithium Batteries
Battery Performance
Using the Camera with an AC Power Source
Cable Cover DC Coupler DR-100A DC Indicator DC Compact PowerTerminal
Adapter CA-PS100/100E
Inserting a CF Card
CF Cards and Estimated Capacities
are uncertain about these procedures
Precautions with CF Cards
How to Remove the Windows Standard Driver
How to Install the SanDisk ATA FlashDisk Device Driver
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Setting the Menu Language
Set the correct date and time with the following procedures
Setting the Date and Time
1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Auto position
2. Press the MENU button to display the Rec. menu
7. Turn the Mode Dial to the L Lock position to shut off the power
Quick Start
Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures in Auto Mode
About Power Save
Indicator Behavior After a Shot
Other Shooting Features
Two-Stage Shutter Button
Replaying Images
Replaying Images in PLAY Mode
Replaying Images in MULTI Mode
2. Select image green frame by pressing the +/- buttons
Other Replay Features
Erasing Images from a CF Card
Erasing Images
Shortcut
If you want to stop the erase procedure, select Cancel
To delete all the images at once, select All in Step
To display the previous menu, press the MENU button
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Detailed Guide to the Functions
Basic Functions
Image Size and Quality Specifications
Power Save Function
Power On/Off Switch
Shooting Modes
Playback Modes
Shooting Modes
Camera Modes
Playback Modes
Data Transmission Mode
Basic Functions
Display Panel
Viewfinder Frame Marks
Viewfinder
Upper Indicator
Indicators
Lower Indicator
Green Ready to take picture no flash
Shutter Button
Buttons
Pressing Halfway
Pressing Fully
Rapid Shot Function
Situations Not Suited to Autofocus Photography
Focus Lock
extremely low-contrast objects
extremely bright objects in the center of the viewfinder
Zoom Buttons
Continuous/Self-Timer/+ Button
Auto Mode
Program Mode
Play Mode
Self-Timer Procedures
This button displays the next stored image
Multi Mode
Program or Stitch Assist Mode
Flash/- Button
the Red-Eye Reduction
The icon indicates the Flash Off mode. The flash will not fire
Play Mode
MACRO/JUMP Button
Multi Mode
Menu Button
This button turns the Jump mode on or off
Play Mode and Multi Mode
Jump Mode
The following operations are possible
MENU Button
LCD/VIDEO Button
Auto Mode and Program Mode
This button turns the LCD panel on or off
Play Mode and Multi Mode
SET Button
This button displays the Play menu. p.68
This button selects the current menu option shown on the LCD panel
Lock
Mode Dial Functions
Auto Mode
Self-Timer Button
Continuous/Self-Timer Button
Program Mode
or Continuous mode as well as the image size and quality
Buttons Available in Program Mode Flash Button
Stitch Assist Mode
Multi Mode
Play Mode
into an image processing application program
PC Mode
When a Sequence is Complete
Stitch Assist Mode
Buttons Available in Stitch Assist Mode FLASH Button
MACRO Button
The 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 Sequences
Horizontal Sequence
1. Turn the Mode Dial to the Stitch Assist position
5. 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 Sequences
2. Select 2x2 with the +/- buttons and press the SET button
3. Shoot the first image
By 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
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Menu Features
Record Menu
Play Menu
MENU Button
Basic Menu Operations
+/- Buttons
SET Button
Quality
Record Menu
Menu Features
+/- Exp
Shortcut
The Exposure Compensation function cannot be activated in Auto Mode
Icons
White Balance
Icons
Slow Shutter
Show/Hide Info
Play Menu
Erase
This function can be used to erase image files from a CF card
Shortcut
Rotate
Protect
A lock icon will appear next to an image that is protected
Original
Start
Slide Show
Begin the slide show by selecting the Start option
Images are displayed in order by file numbers
Mark/Unmark
Clear Marks
This function clears all marked data contained in shows 1 to
Play Time
Print Order
Repeat
specified parameters on compatible digital
Order Prints
Print Type
All Images
Select Images
Property
Cancel Orders
Setup
Power Save
Beep
Date/Time
Review
The factory default date style may differ between regions
File No. Reset
The method by which the camera assigns file numbers can be selected
About File Numbers
Format
Language
Shortcut
The Language menu may appear differ- ently on cameras in some regions
Other Functions
Connecting to a TV
6. Play images using the normal proce- dures
Changing the Button Battery
1. Ensure that the Mode Dial is set to the L Lock position
7. Replace the battery pack
8. Close the battery cover and slide the lock to the locked position
2CR5NB-5H
1. Turn the Mode Dial to the P Program position
Changing the Recording Format
2. Press the MENU button
3. Hold the LCD/VIDEO Button down and press the SET button
Appendices
Camera Maintenance
Camera Body
Lens
Troubleshooting
Problem
Causes
Battery cover lock was opened
CF card slot cover was accessed
Lock the battery cover and reset the
Firmly close and lock the CF card slot
Make sure the battery pack is seated
Check the AC power cord connection
after non-use for a year or more
Solutions
Problem
Causes
Appendices
List of Message Codes
The following messages may appear on the LCD Panel
List of Messages
PowerShot A50
Specifications
± 2 EV
Compact Power Adaptor CA-PS100/100E sold separately in some regions
Battery Pack NB-5H sold separately in some regions
Operating Temperatures
Appendices 105
Index
Appendices 106
Canon Customer Support
Customer Support
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Art Direction
Design
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