Problem

Cause(s)

Solution(s)

Camera will not record

CF card slot cover is open

• Insert CF card until the ejector button is

 

(Display panel flashes “CF”)

fully extended and close the slot cover.

 

 

 

 

CF card full (Display panel shows

• Replace the CF card.

 

“0”, continuous beep sounds

• Download and then erase all or some of

 

when shutter button pressed

the card’s images to create space.

 

halfway)

 

CF card not formatted correctly (Display panel flashes “CF”)

Reformat the CF card.

If reformatting does not work, the logic circuits of the CF card may be faulty or damaged. Please consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Lens will not retract

CF card slot cover opened

 

immediately after Mode Dial

 

turned to

After closing the CF card slot cover, try turning the Mode Dial to Off again.

Battery cover opened immedi-

• After closing the battery cover, try

ately after Mode Dial turned to

turning the Mode Dial to Off again.

Battery consumed quickly Battery charge reduced by low surrounding temperature

Place the battery in a warm place like your pocket prior to recording in places that are relatively cold. [See Lithium Batteries, p. 18]

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Canon S10 Camera will not record CF card slot cover is open, Display panel flashes CF, Replace the CF card, Turned to

S10 specifications

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