Canon A50 manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Causes

Appendices

Troubleshooting

Problem	Cause(s)	Solution(s)
Camera will not operate	Battery cover lock not in lock	• Slide the battery cover lock into the
	position	locked position.
	2CR5 lithium battery is inserted	• Install the 2CR5 lithium battery with the
	the wrong way	terminals oriented toward the back of
		the chamber.
	Insufficient battery power	• Use a fully charged battery pack.
	(Display panel flashes [Lb])	• Replace the battery.
		• Use an approved AC power source.
	Incorrect battery type	• Use the specified battery pack or lithium
		battery.
	Poor contact between battery	• Wipe the battery terminals with a clean,
	and camera terminals	dry cloth.
Camera will not shoot	Mode Dial is set to the L (Lock)	• Turn the Mode Dial to any one of the
	position	(Auto), P (Program) or	(Stitch Assist)
		mode positions.

Flash is charging ( icon flashes)

•Wait to press the shutter button until the

flash charges, the icon changes from flashing to a steady light and the indicator shines red.

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