ENGLISH Camera User Guide 1 Shooting with the Camera This Guide 2 Installing the Software Software Starter Guide 3 Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide 4 Downloading Images to a Computer Software Starter Guide • This guide covers both the PowerShot A10 and PowerShot A20 digital cameras. • Please start by reading the “Precautions” section on the reverse side of this cover. • For information about how to use the Card Photo Printer CP-10, please refer to the CP-10’s User Guide.
Precautions Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
Quick Start A quick introduction intended for new users who want to shoot first and learn more later. Tells you how to get the camera running and how to begin shooting and playing back images. Preparing the Camera Introduces you to all of the camera components, and explains how to load batteries and insert a CF card. Basic Functions Explains how to turn the camera on, how to use the viewfinder and LCD monitor, and how to operate the shutter button and the zoom.
Table of Contents Read This First 4 Quick Start 10 Preparing the Camera 13 Guide to Components .................................... 13 Installing the Batteries .................................... 17 Installing a CF Card ....................................... 20 Attaching the Wrist Strap ............................... 23 Setting the Date and Time ............................. 24 Setting the Language ..................................... 26 Basic Functions 28 Turning the Camera On ................
Erasing All Images ......................................... 60 Print Settings (DPOF Settings) 62 Displaying the Print Order Menu .................... 62 Setting the Print Style .................................... 63 Selecting Images for Printing ......................... 65 Resetting the Print Settings ........................... 67 Printing with the Card Photo Printer CP-10 Downloading Images to a Computer 87 Downloading Directly from a CF Card ............
Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we strongly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that you are operating the camera correctly.
Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes.
• Do not handle the power 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 solid 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 of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.
• If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and charger recommended for use with these batteries. Use of another charger may cause batteries to overheat or deform, posing risk of fire or electric shock. • Disconnect the battery charger or the compact power adapter from both the camera and electrical outlet after recharging and when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards.
• If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as your hands may experience a burning sensation. Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.
Quick Start the batteries ( p. 17). 1 Install Slide the battery cover lock, then open the cover and insert the batteries. • For important information about batteries, see page 18. 2 Install the CF card ( p. 20). Open the CF card slot cover and insert a CF card. 3 Press the main switch to turn the camera on ( p. 28). Hold the main switch down until the indicator next to the viewfinder starts flashing green. Indicator • If the LCD monitor displays the Set Date/Time menu, set the date and time ( p.
5, 6 the focus ( p. 34). 5 Set Aim the camera at the subject, and lightly press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The camera beeps twice when the focus is set. 6 Take the shot ( p. 34). Press the shutter button all the way down. The camera beeps once to indicate that it has taken the shot. 7 View the recorded image. The recorded image displays on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds ( p. 35). For information about how to view other image that you have already taken, see “Replaying” ( p.
the camera to the printer ( p. 69). 8 Connect Make the connection using the direct interface cable DIF-100 that came with the printer. 9 Turn the mode dial to (Replay) ( p. 70). 10 Use or button to select the image you wish to print, and then press the SET button. The LCD monitor displays the print menu. 11 Press or button to select [OK], and press the SET button. The printer starts printing the selected image. When you have finished using the camera, turn it off by pressing the main switch.
Preparing the Camera Guide to Components Front View Shutter Button ( p. 34) Optical Viewfinder Window ( p. 29) AF Auxiliary Light Emitter Red-Eye Reduction Lamp ( Self-Timer Lamp ( Flash ( p. 41) p. 44) p. 39) DIGITAL Terminal* VIDEO OUT Terminal p. 86) ( (PowerShot A20 only) Lens Terminal Cover DC IN Terminal ( p. 98) * If connecting to the optional Card Photo Printer CP-10, use the direct interface cable DIF-100 included with the printer.
Back View Viewfinder ( p. 29) Strap Eyelet ( Tripod Socket LCD Monitor* ( p. 30) CF Card Slot Cover ( p. 20) Date Battery Holder ( p. 94) Battery Cover ( Battery Cover Lock ( p. 23) p. 17) p. 17) * The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic sheet for protection against scratches during shipment. Remove it before using the camera.
Operation Panel Indicators ( p. 16) DISPLAY (Display) Button ( Zoom Button ( Mode Dial ( p. 30) p. 36) p. 16) (Exposure) / (White Balance) Button ( pp. 46, 47) Main Switch ( p. 28) MENU (Menu) Button ( (Macro) / (Continuous) / (Flash) / SET (Set) Button ( (Infinity) / (Self-Timer) / (Right) Button ( (Left) Button ( p. 78) p. 42) pp. 44, 45) p.
Mode Dial You use the mode dial to select the camera’s operating mode. (Auto) The camera automatically makes most of the settings for you ( p. 37). (Manual) You can adjust the exposure, white balance, and other settings before shooting ( p. 37). (Stitch Assist) Use this mode when taking shots that you want to stitch into a panorama ( p. 49). (Replay) • Replay or delete images from the CF card ( pp. 53, 59). • Download and display images at your computer ( p. 87).
Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode Installing the Batteries The camera uses four AA sized alkaline batteries supplied with the camera. You may use optional nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is off. 3 Insert the batteries as shown. Negative end (−) Positive end (+) 2 Slide the battery cover lock, and push the battery cover slightly forward. Then open the cover.
4 Close the battery cover. • The optional battery charger kit (Battery and Charger Kit CBK100) lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera ( p. 96). Proper Battery Handling When the camera’s indicator flashes green, do not turn off the power or open the battery cover. The camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card. • We recommend that you use the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK600 to power the camera during long usage sessions ( p. 97).
• Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (especially with alkaline batteries). If you are using the camera in cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they should, you may be able to restore performance by placing batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use. But be careful that you don’t put the batteries into a pocket together with a metal key chain or other metallic objects, as these objects may cause batteries to short-circuit.
Battery Performance Number of Shots LCD Monitor ON LCD Monitor OFF AA Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) AA NiMH Battery NB-1AH Battery Status Indications Replay Time Approx. 200 shots Approx. 500 shots Approx. 240 min. Approx. 350 shots Approx. 1000 shots Approx. 240 min. The LCD monitor displays an icon or message to let you know when batteries are low or depleted. Batteries are beginning to run low. Replace (or recharge) batteries promptly.
2 Slide the CF card slot cover Arrow mark in the direction of the gray arrow, and open it. Card label CF Card Eject Button 3 Insert the CF card into the slot, in the direction shown in the illustration. • Insert the CF card all the way into the slot, so that the CF card eject button pops all the way out. • To remove the CF card, press the CF card eject button. 4 Close the CF card slot cover securely.
• Be aware that use of CF cards whose contents have been edited at another camera or with another company’s software may cause the camera to operate incorrectly. About CF Cards... • CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card. • Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction.
PowerShot A20 FC-8M FC-16M FC-32M FC-64M FC-128M 7 15 31 64 128 11 24 49 100 200 24 48 99 200 401 16 32 67 135 271 24 49 102 205 412 46 92 189 379 760 35 70 143 288 577 50 99 206 415 831 87 172 353 707 1417 Attaching the Wrist Strap Push the looped string under and around the metal strap eyelet, and then pass the strap through the loop. These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual totals may vary according to the subject, shooting conditions and shooting mode.
Setting the Date and Time If the Set Date/Time menu appears when you turn on the camera, this means that the date battery has run down and the camera date/time clock has stopped running. Replace the date battery ( p. 94), then reset the date and time as explained below. The Set Date/Time menu also appears the very first time you turn on the camera. To make the date/time settings the first time you turn the camera on, begin from Step 6. 4-6 1 2 1 Press the main switch to turn on the camera ( p. 28).
the MENU button. 3 Press The [Rec. Menu] will display. 5 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 6 Set the date and time. Display on the PowerShot A20 4 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. • Use or button to change the value of the highlighted field. • Press the SET button to set the value and advance to the next field. • The final item selects the date display type. Use or button to select, and then press the SET button.
3 Press Setting the Language or button to , and then press the select SET button. Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor displays. 1 Turn the mode dial to or , , . 2 Press the MENU button. The [Rec. Menu] will display. 4 Press select button.
5 Select the desired language. • Use and language. button to select a the SET button. 6 Press If you wish to cancel, press the MENU button instead. 7 Press the MENU button. The Language menu may appear differently on cameras in some regions. The Language menu can also be displayed in replay mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button.
Basic Functions Turning the Camera On 1 Press the main switch until the green indicator begins flashing. The lens extends, and the LCD monitor displays current shooting settings for about 6 seconds. The LCD monitor displays an image. Indicator 28 Main Switch If the Set Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time ( p. 24). • The lens remains extended while the mode dial is set to , , or . If you turn the mode dial to , the lens will retract after approximately 1 minute.
Auto Power Down Function Shooting Mode The power will automatically shut off approximately 3 minutes after the last function is accessed. Replay Mode The power will automatically shut off approximately 5 minutes after the last function is accessed. Connected to Card Photo Printer CP-10 The power will automatically shut off approximately 5 minutes after the last camera function is accessed or Card Photo Printer CP-10 (sold separately) ceases to print an image.
In macro mode, the parallax phenomenon may cause images composed with the viewfinder to be off-center. Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode. About the Autofocus Function This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology which uses a broad metering field to calculate the focal distance with high precision. It delivers a crisp focus even when the photographic subject is slightly off-center.
In and Modes... You can use the DISPLAY button to switch the LCD monitor display on and off. The camera stores the LCD monitor on/off setting in memory, and restores it when you turn the camera on again. If the camera displays the “Change the batteries” at time of power-on, however, then the LCD monitor may remain off the next time you turn on the camera. In Mode... • The LCD monitor always comes on when .
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Mode Shooting information appears on the LCD monitor for approximately 6 seconds when you take any of the following actions. With one exception, this information appears even if the monitor is turned off. • The power is turned on. • The , , / or / button is pressed. • The camera settings are changed. • The Setup menu is closed. • The shutter button has been pressed and a shot has been taken (LCD monitor must be on).
not on the monitor, you can bring it back by , , / or / pressing button. * The displayed zoom setting is the combined effect of the optical and digital zooms. It displays when the digital zoom is activated. Replay Mode (Standard Display) In standard display mode, the following information is displayed. Replay Mode (Detailed Display) In detailed mode, the following information is also shown. Shooting Mode p. 37 Macro/Infinity Mode p. 42 Shooting Method p.
The following information may also be displayed with some images. : A sound file (WAV file) is attached. : A sound file in a format other than the WAV format is attached or the file format is not recognized. : A JPEG file not supported by “Design rule for Camera File system” standards. : RAW format file. : Movie file. : File with unrecognized format.
Recorded images are temporarily stored in the camera’s internal memory and then written to the CF card. The next image can be recorded immediately after the first as long as sufficient internal memory is available. Reviewing an Image Immediately after Recording It Press the SET button. If you press the SET button while continuing to press the shutter button fully, it will continue to display even when you release the shutter button. To cancel the review, press the shutter button halfway ( p. 15).
Hold down the button until the camera stops zooming in. Now press and hold the button again. The camera zooms in further. To zoom back out, press the button. Using the Zoom The zoom can be adjusted to any setting in the 35 to 105 mm range in 35 mm film equivalent terms. Telephoto/Wide Angle button: Press this button to zoom in for a telephoto shot. button: Press this button to zoom out for a wide-angle shot.
Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode Your camera offers three different shooting modes. The camera makes most of Auto the settings automatically. You manually set the exposure, white balance, and Manual various other shooting parameters. Use this mode when taking Stitch shots that you want to stitch Assist into a panorama. The settings you make in each mode are retained even after you switch into a different mode. Many of these settings are retained after the camera turns off ( p. 52).
Resolution (in pixels) PowerShot A10 PowerShot A20 (Large) 1280 × 960 1600 × 1200 (Medium) 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 (Small) 640 × 480 640 × 480 4 Press Compression Superfine Fine Normal 1 Turn the mode dial to or Display on the PowerShot A20 or button as necessary to adjust the setting. , , (Resolution) (Compression) . 2 Press the MENU button. The [Rec. Menu] will display. 3 Press 38 or button to (Resolution) or select (Compression), and then press the SET button.
Approximate File Size for One Image Using the Flash PowerShot A10 (1280 × 960) 693KB 450KB 228KB (1024 × 768) 450KB 294KB 155KB ( 640 × 480) 208KB 141KB 79KB PowerShot A20 (1600 × 1200) 957KB 611KB 302KB (1024 × 768) 450KB 294KB 155KB ( 640 × 480) 208KB 141KB 79KB • These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual totals may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • These settings can only be adjusted for the first frame in mode.
2 Press the The flash fires twice. A preparatory pre-flash is followed by the main flash. The exposure readings obtained from the subject with the pre-flash are used to set the optimal flash intensity for the main flash, which is used to shoot the image. button as necessary to select the desired flash mode. _ _ Shows the currently selected flash mode. _ _ : Available : Available, but cannot be changed after taking the first shot _ : Not available 2 1 1 Turn the mode dial to or 40 .
• The flash can be fired when the upper indicator glows a steady orange. • The flash may take approximately 10 seconds to charge. Recharging time may vary with the state of the battery charge. Please note that a slow shutter speed will be selected in dark places when the flash is set to off or slow-synchro. Be careful to avoid camera blur under these conditions. • Shooting in Mode Be careful to hold the camera still to avoid camera blur.
or / Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots Macro Mode Infinity Mode Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 16 to 76 cm (6.3 in. to 2.5 ft.) from the lens tip when at maximum wide angle and in the range of 26 to 76 cm (10.2 in. to 2.5 ft.) when at the maximum telephoto setting. Use this mode to record landscapes and distant objects. It can also be used for compositions combining both near and distant objects. 2 1 Turn the mode dial to or , . 2 Press the select 42 1 / or button to .
Using the Focus Lock _ : Available : Available, but cannot be changed after taking the first shot _ : Not available 3 Take the shot. • Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode since the parallax phenomenon may cause images composed with the optical viewfinder to be off-center. • The exposure may not be optimal when the flash is used in macro mode in the range of 16 to 26 cm (6.3 to 10.2 in.). The following types of subject may not be suited to autofocus photography.
2 3 Press the shutter button halfway ( p. 34), and wait until the camera beeps twice. Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button all the way ( p. 34). Using the Self-Timer 1 Turn the mode dial to or , . 2 Press the / button as necessary so that the appears on the LCD monitor. the shot. 3 Take The self-timer starts when you press the shutter down all the way.
Shooting Continuously Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is pressed. 3 Press the shutter button down all the way to start shooting. To stop shooting, release the shutter button. • The camera will shoot continuously at the speed of approx. 2.5 images per second* (When the LCD monitor is OFF in Large/ Fine mode). 2 1 1 Turn the mode dial to . 2 Press the / button as necessary so that the appears on the LCD monitor.
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation If you are shooting against a bright background or strong backlight, you may need to correct the exposure so that the subject doesn’t come out too dark. 4 3 2 . 46 / button as necessary to display the [+/– (Exp.)] menu. The exposure compensation bar appears on the LCD monitor. 3 Press or button as necessary to adjust the compensation. 1 1 Turn the mode dial to 2 Press the or • You can set the adjustment from –2 to +2, in 1/3-step increments.
• If the LCD monitor is on, you can check the results of the compensation by viewing the image on the LCD monitor. • A shot can be taken immediately after. The menu will reappear after the shot, allowing you to adjust the setting. 4 Press the SET button. the shot. 5 Take If you wish to turn compensation off, repeat this procedure and set the compensation value to [0]. • The camera retains the compensation setting even after power goes off.
4 3 2 3 Press 1 1 Turn the mode dial to or . 2 Press the / button as necessary to display the [White Balance] menu. The LCD monitor displays the current setting, and a menu of all available settings. 48 or button as necessary to select the desired setting. • If the LCD monitor is on, you can check the results by viewing the image on the LCD monitor. • A shot can be taken immediately after. The menu will reappear after the shot, allowing you to adjust the setting. 4 Press the SET button.
If using the camera in (Stitch Assist) mode, you cannot change the white balance setting after taking the first shot. Stitch Assist Mode Use this mode when taking shots that you want to combine into a panorama. To create the panorama itself, you must stitch the images together at your computer. To create the panorama at your computer, use the PhotoStitch software that came with your camera. Framing a Subject The PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them.
• Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to 50 % of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment to within 10 % of the image height. • Do not include moving items in the overlap. • Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items. Objects may appear warped or doubled up. • Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the difference in brightness is too great. • For good result, pan (swivel) the camera to take successive shots.
4 Compose the next shot, taking care to overlap the previous image. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. • If you are not satisfied with the previous shot, you can use or button to return to that shot and reshoot it. 5 Take additional shots for the panorama in the same way.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode. The camera stores settings separately for each mode, and retains these settings even if you switch to a different mode. Function Resolution Compression Flash Large Medium Small Superfine Fine Normal Red-eye reduction, Auto Auto On Off Slow-Synchro Macro Mode Infinity Mode Shooting Method Auto * Manual * Stitch Assist * p.
Replaying Displaying Images Singly (Single Image Replay) Use this feature to view recorded images one at a time on the LCD monitor. 2 Use and button to display different images. 2 1 the mode dial to . 1 Turn The LCD monitor displays the last recorded image (single image replay). • Press button to move to the previous image. • Press button to move to the next image. • Hold down or button to cycle continuously. Magnifying an Image the button. 1 Press The image enlarges by approximately 2.5 times.
Displaying Images in Sets of Nine (Index Replay) Approximate Location of the Magnified Area • To slide the magnified image left or right on the monitor, press and button. • To slide the image up or down, hold down the SET button and press or button. • To return to normal-size display, press the button. • You can erase the displayed image by pressing the / button ( p. 11) (But note that erasure is disabled if the camera is connected to the optional Card Photo Printer CP-10.).
3 Use or button to select an image. To view the selected image using Single Image Replay, press the button. 1 Display images in index display mode, and then press button again. the You can erase the selected image by pressing the / button ( p. 11) (But note that erasure is disabled if the camera is connected to the optional Card Photo Printer CP-10.). Switching between Sets of Nine Images This feature displays an index of 9 consecutive images you have taken.
Rotating Images in the Display You can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor. 90° 3 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 4 Press the SET button one or more times to rotate the image as desired. 5 Press the MENU button to 0° (Original) close the rotation function. 1 Turn the mode dial to 270° , and display the image you want to rotate ( p. 53). 2 Press the MENU button to 56 display the menu.
Automating Playback (Auto Play) Use this feature to automatically replay all of the images in the CF card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. 1 Turn the mode dial to . 2 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 3 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. The camera reads the images on the CF card and starts auto play. • As with the single image display mode, pressing the or button during auto play will advance through the images more rapidly.
Protecting Images Protected images are identified by the Protected Icon. Use the protect feature to protect important images from accidental erasure. 1 Turn the mode dial to . 2 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 3 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 4 Press 58 or button to select an image you wish to protect, and then press the SET button to protect it. Protected Icon 5 Press the MENU button to close this feature.
Erasing 2 Press the MENU button to Erasing Images Singly • Remember that erased images cannot be recovered. Be careful to avoid accidental erasures. • This function will not erase protected images ( p. 58). display the menu. 3 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 4 Press 3, 4, 5 2, 6 or button to select the image you wish to erase, and then press the SET button. 1 1 Turn the mode dial to The LCD monitor asks for confirmation. .
5 Press or button to select [OK], and then press the SET button. • If you decide you don’t want to erase the image, select [Cancel] instead of [OK]. • To delete additional images, repeat Steps 4 and 5 as necessary. 6 Press the MENU button to close the erase function. A faster way to delete an image is to replay it and then press the / button ( p. 11). (But note that this quick-erase feature is disabled if the camera is connected to the optional Card Photo Printer CP-10.
The LCD monitor asks for confirmation. 3 Press or button to select [OK], and then press the SET button. • If you decide you don’t want to erase all unprotected images, select [Cancel] instead of [OK].
Print Settings (DPOF Settings) Images on a CF card can be individually selected for printing in a specified number of copies. The print type and date or file number printing options can also be selected. These settings are compatible with Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards so that images can be printed conveniently on DPOF compliant digital printers or at participating photo labs. • The mark will display on images that have had print marks set by another DPOF-compliant camera.
The [Print Order] menu will display. Setting the Print Style You can set up the print style as follows. Standard Make print settings in the following order. 1 2 Set the print style ( Print Type Both p. 63). Select images to be printed ( p. 65). If you wish to clear all of the print settings, select [Reset] ( p. 67). Index Date File No. Print one image per sheet. Print index prints (multiple reduced-size images per page). Print selected images both in standard and index format.
1 Display the [Print Order] menu ( p. 62). 3 Press or button to , or , and then select , press the SET button. 4 Press or button to make the desired setting, and then press the SET button. 2 Press or button to select [Set up], and then press the SET button. (Print Type) Select [Standard], [Index], or [Both]. (Date) Select [On] or [Off].
Selecting Images for Printing 1 Display the [Print Order] (File No.) Select [On] or [Off]. menu ( p. 62). 5 When you are finished making settings, press the MENU button. The date and file number options cannot both be set to On when (Index) is selected as the print type. 2 Press or button to select [Order], and then press the SET button. If you include the date, the date will be printed in the format you selected at the Set Date/Time menu ( p. 24).
The selection method will vary according to the print type ( ). Standard or Both 3 Press or button to select an image, and then press the SET button. The marks appear, indicating that you can now set the number of copies for that image. You can use the zoom buttons to switch between single image display and 3-image index display. 4 Press or button as necessary to set the number of copies, and then press the SET button. The marks go off, and you can now proceed to select another image.
Index 3 Press or button to select an image, and then press the SET button. • Pressing the SET button once selects the image for printing. A check mark appears at the upper left, indicating that the image is selected. • Pressing the SET button again deselects the image, so that the check mark disappears. 4 When you are finished, press the MENU button. Resetting the Print Settings The Reset feature clears all print selections, and resets Print Type to [Standard], Date to [On], and File No. to [Off].
3 Press or button to select [OK], and press the SET button. If you decide you don’t want to reset the settings, press [Cancel] instead of [OK].
Printing with the Card Photo Printer CP-10 The optional Card Photo Printer CP-10* connects directly to your camera, allowing you to generate beautiful prints quickly and easily. The camera produces both credit-card size and label size prints, and can create prints to meet many different needs. You can also make prints with the DPOF print settings. * The Digital Camera Photo Printer Kit CPK-A10 includes the Card Photo Printer CP-10 and the PowerShot A10.
2 Connect the direct interface cable to the printer and to the camera. Digital Terminal When disconnecting the cable from the camera’s Digital terminal, be sure to hold the connector at its sides and pull it straight out. 3 The camera power is turned on and set the mode dial to . If the printer is correctly connected, the icon will appear on the LCD monitor. Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 70 • Two direct interface cables are included with the Card Photo Printer CP-10.
• The camera’s erasure function “Quick Erase” and language-setting using the SET and MENU buttons ( pp. 11, 27) are disabled while the camera is connected to the printer. • When you disconnect the printer from the camera, the icon disappears from the LCD monitor, and the camera returns to normal replay operation. 3 Press or button to select [OK], and then press the SET button to start printing. When printing is finished, the camera returns to the replay mode. Printing 1 Set the mode dial to .
If an error occurs during printing... If an error occurs while printing is in progress, the camera’s LCD monitor displays the relevant message. The message on the left appears if the printer runs out of paper during printing. 1 Press or button to select [Stop] or [Resume], and then press the SET button. Printing stops or restarts accordingly. 72 The [Resume] option may not appear with certain types of error. In that case, select [Stop].
• Select [Style] if you wish to change the print style ( p. 75). • Select [Cancel] if you wish to stop printing. Stop Printing 3 Press or button to select [OK], and then press the SET button. 1 Press the SET button while printing is in progress. The LCD monitor displays a confirmation message. DPOF Print Setting Current Print Style Printing begins when you select [OK]. When printing completes successfully, the LCD monitor returns to the replay mode.
The printer completes printing of the current sheet, and then stops. The LCD monitor returns to the replay mode. Resuming Printing If you have stopped printing while it was in progress, you can use the following procedure to resume printing of the remaining images. 3 Press or button to select [Resume], and press the SET button. 1 Display the Print Order menu ( p. 62). 2 Press or button to select [Print], and then press the SET button. 74 Printing resumes from where it left off.
Please note that this resume feature is not available in the following cases: • When print settings are changed before printing is resumed. • When images marked for printing are deleted before printing is resumed. • When there is limited free capacity on the CF card when printing is stopped. Printing resumes from the first image if [OK] is selected in the Print menu.
1 While displaying the image, press the SET button. 3 Press or button to , or , and select , press the SET button. 4 Press or button to select the desired setting, and press the SET button. 2 Press or button to select [Style], and press the SET button. (Image) Select [Standard] or [Multiple]. (Borders) Select [Borderless] or [Bordered].
(Date) Select [On] or [Off]. 5 When you are finished making settings, press the MENU button. • If you set the setting to [Multiple], the border and date settings are automatically forced to [Borderless] and [Off]. • If you are printing according to DPOF settings, you cannot change the date on/off setting. The date is printed according to the DPOF settings ( p. 72). • With bordered prints, the printed area approximately matches the image area shown on the LCD monitor.
Camera Settings Displaying the Rec. Menu You use the Rec. menu to adjust basic shooting and operational settings. Most of these menu settings are described below. A few of these menu settings, however, are covered in other sections of this guide, as follows. • Resolution ( • Date/Time ( • Language ( ), Compression ( ): p. 24 ): p. 26 ): 1 Turn the mode dial to or When you are finished making settings, press the MENU button. , . The [Rec. Menu] can not be shown in mode. the MENU button.
Changing the Image Review Time When you take a shot, the camera holds the image on the LCD monitor for a specific time after you release the shutter button. The default holding time (“review time”) is approximately 2 seconds. If you like, however, you can change the review time to 10 seconds or switch the review feature off. 1 Display the [Rec. Menu] ( p. 78). 3 Press or button to select the desired setting, and press the SET button. 2 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button.
• No image will display when the review function is set to Off unless you continue to press the shutter button fully after shooting. • With the 2- or 10-second options, the image will display for the specified time even if the shutter button is released right after shooting. • With the 2- or 10-second options, you can display the image for longer than the specified time as long as the shutter button is held down continuously. • You can shoot another image even while an image is displayed.
2 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 3 Press or button to select [On] or [Off], and press the SET button. The [Off ] setting helps ensure that file numbers remain unique over multiple CF cards. This is useful if you are planning to download images from the cards to your computer, since it helps avoid accidental overwrites that may occur if filenames are duplicated. About file numbering... Image files are assigned numerical filenames over the range 0001 to 9900.
Setting the Beep On/Off A beep sounds for confirmation purposes when the shutter button is pressed or a camera setting is changed. The beep can be turned off. 1 Display the [Rec. Menu] ( p. 78). 2 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 3 Press or button to select [On] or [Off], and press the SET button. 82 This setting has no effect on beep sounds that are issued as warnings. The camera will continue to emit these warning sounds as necessary regardless of this setting.
Formatting a CF Card You should format new CF cards before using them. Formatting a CF card will permanently erase all data already on the card, including all of its protected images. Before formatting a card that has already been used, be sure to check its contents. 1 Display the [Rec. Menu] ( p. 78). 2 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button. 3 Press or button to select [OK], and press the SET button.
Changing Other Settings Auto Power Down By default, the Auto Power Down function automatically turns the camera off if you do not operate it for a certain period of time. But you are free to disable Auto Power Down if you do not want the camera to turn off automatically. On Off 84 Camera power goes off after approximately 3 minutes (in Shooting modes) or after approximately 5 minutes (in Replay mode). You can turn the power back on by pressing the main switch. The camera does not turn off automatically.
• Auto Power Down does not operate while you are displaying images with the camera’s auto play feature. • Auto Power Down operates at all times while connecting the camera to a computer. 4 Press or button to set this feature to [NTSC] or [PAL], and press the SET button. Video Signal Format To use a TV monitor to shoot or replay images, the video signal format can be switched to suit regional standards. 1 Display the [Rec. Menu] ( p. 78). 2 Press or button to , and then press the select SET button.
Connecting the Camera to a TV Set The PowerShot A20 can connect directly to a TV set, allowing you to use the TV screen as your monitor when shooting or replaying images. You make the connection using the video cable VC-100 included with the camera. Please be sure to turn both the TV set and the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the cable. 1 Connect the camera to the TV 2 Turn on the camera. set using the supplied video cable. Then turn the TV set on, and set it to display video input.
Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Directly from a CF Card Images can be loaded from a CF card to a computer if you are using a notebook computer, a PC card reader or a CF card reader. PC card adapter (PCMCIA adapter), sold separately, is required to use a PC card reader. Inserting the CF Card PC Card Reader 1 Eject the CF card from the camera, and insert it into the PC card adapter. 2 Insert the PC card adapter into the computer’s PC card slot or PC card reader.
CF Card Reader Downloading Images 1 Eject the CF card from the 1 Double-click the icon of the camera, and insert it into a CF card reader connected to the computer. • Some computers or CF card readers require the power to be off when the CF card is inserted. Since this requirement varies between models, please consult the manual for your requirement. 88 drive with the CF card. 2 Copy images from the card into a folder of your choice on the hard disk.
Image Folder Organization and File Names • Each x above stands for a single numeral. • With the exception of [xxxCANON] folder, all of the folders indicated above store important files used by the camera to manage the image data on the card. Do not open, edit, or delete these folders.
Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable Supported Operating Systems Windows Macintosh computers Windows 98 (Including the Second Edition), Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me), Windows 2000 * Only systems pre-installed with Windows 98/Me/2000 or upgraded to Windows Me from pre-installed Windows 98 systems are supported. Mac OS 8.1 or later, QuickTime 3.0 or later (not supported on Mac OS X) * Only genuine Apple Computer systems with built-in USB interfaces are supported.
Connection Precautions • With Windows system, the USB ports may not operate correctly on systems that have been upgraded to Windows 98/Me/2000 from Windows 3.1/95 or to Windows 2000 from a pre-installed Windows 98 system. • With Macintosh computers, the USB interface only works with Power Macintosh NEW G3/G4, PowerBook G3, iMac and iBook models with built-in USB connectors. • Connect the camera directly to a USB port on the computer. The interface may not operate correctly when connected through a USB hub.
Connecting to a USB Port USB port 1 Connect the supplied USB interface cable to the computer’s USB port and the camera’s Digital terminal. • You do not need to turn off the computer or camera when making this connection. • Please refer to your computer manual for information regarding the location of the USB port. USB cable Digital terminal 1. Open the terminal cover with your fingernail. 2. Insert the connector until it clicks.
2 Turn the camera’s mode dial to . The LCD monitor displays in replay mode. When the connection to the computer is complete, the LCD monitor turns off and the green indicator comes on. To disconnect the cable from the camera: Hold the cable connector firmly at both sides and pull it straight out. • If you disconnect the USB cable while the camera is on, the camera will automatically turn off.
Appendix Replacing the Date Battery The camera uses a special Date battery to power its internal clock. If the LCD monitor displays the Set Date/Time menu when you turn on the camera, this means that the Date battery has run down and the clock has stopped running. Please purchase a replacement battery (battery type CR2016) and install it as follows. The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased.
4 Pull the battery out of the holder, as shown. 1 2 Negative terminal (−) 5 Insert the new date battery into the holder, with the negative terminal (–) facing up. 6 Replace the date battery holder back into its original position, and close the CF card slot cover. 7 When the LCD monitor will display the Set Date/Time menu, proceed to set the current date and time ( p. 24). The LCD monitor also displays the Set Date/ Time menu the very first time you turn on the camera.
Using the Optional Battery Kits Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK100) The optional battery charger kit comes with four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries for use with the PowerShot A10 and A20 cameras. You can recharge the batteries as shown below. Indicator To an electrical outlet The indicator flashes while charging, then comes on solid when charging is finished.
• Repeatedly recharging batteries before they become fully depleted may cause batteries to lose capacity. Do not recharge the batteries until the LCD monitor displays the “Change the batteries” message. • When the usage time of batteries shortens markedly even though they are charged until the indicator glows, their effective life has reached an end. When this occurs, purchase four new batteries. Be sure to purchase Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB4-100 (a four-piece set).
Be sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. • Please unplug the adapter from the power outlet when you have finished using the camera. 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter, and then plug the other end into the electrical outlet. To an electrical outlet 2 Open the Terminal cover, and connect the adapter’s DC plug into the camera’s DC IN terminal.
Using Optional Lenses and Lens Adapters The camera supports use of the optional Wide Converter WC-DC52 and the optional Close-up Lens 250D (52 mm). In order to attach either of these options, you also need to use the optional Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52. • When attaching the wide converter or close-up lens, be sure to screw it on securely. If the wide converter or close-up lens comes lose it may fall from the camera, posing risk of injury from shattered glass.
• It is not possible to attach a lens hood or filter to the wide converter. • If you use the flash when shooting with the wide converter, the outer area of the recorded image (and especially the lower right corner) will come out relatively dark. • The wide converter blocks part of the view through the viewfinder. • When using the wide converter, please set the camera to maximum wide angle. Close-Up Lens 250D (52 mm) This lens makes it easy to take macro shots.
Attaching a Lens 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 4 Remove the dust cap, and attach the adapter by turning it in the indicated direction. 2 Attach the dust cap to the adapter as shown in the illustration on the opposite page. 3 Push the adapter against the ring around the lens and turn it in the indicated direction while pressing on it to remove the ring. 5 Set the lens on the adapter, and attach it by turning it in the indicated direction.
• Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that remains. • Exercise due caution when handling the lenses since it is easy to dirty them with finger prints. • Be careful not to drop the camera or adapter when removing the ring. • When shooting with these attachments, please use the LCD monitor to compose your shots.
Camera Care and Maintenance When the camera becomes dirty, clean it as follows. Camera Body: Wipe the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens: Clean the lens with a lens blower brush, then wipe lightly with a soft cloth. • Never wipe the camera body or lens with organic solvents or other synthetic cleaning solutions. If you are unable to remove the dirt from the lens, contact Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Viewfinder: Clean with a lens blower brush.
Troubleshooting Problem The camera doesn’t function (no power). Cause The camera is turned off. The battery cover or CF card slot cover is open. Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. Batteries are depleted. Batteries are not the right type. Batteries are not making good electrical contact with the camera. The camera doesn’t shoot. 104 The mode dial is set to (Replay). Solution Press the main switch for a few moments. Be sure these covers are closed securely.
Problem The camera doesn’t shoot. Cause The flash is charging. The CF card is full. The CF card is not formatted correctly. The power is off but the lens did not retract. You opened the battery cover or CF card slot cover while the camera was on. You opened the battery cover or CF card slot cover while recording to the CF card (warning beep sounds). Solution Wait until the flash charges. You can press the shutter button when the indicator glows a steady orange. • Insert a new CF card.
Problem The batteries are consumed quickly. If using rechargeable batteries: Batteries do not charge. 106 Cause Batteries are not the right type. Solution Use only AA-size alkaline batteries (the same type that came with the camera) or Canon AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. The batteries are cold. Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures. If shooting in a cold area, keep the batteries warm (by placing them inner pocket, etc.) until ready to use them.
Problem If using rechargeable batteries: Batteries do not charge. Cause Poor electrical contact. Batteries life exceeded. Shots are blurry or unfocused, or shooting results are not as expected. The camera was moving when you took the shot. The subject was outside the range over which the camera can focus. Solution • Be sure to set batteries firmly into the charger. • Be sure that the power cable is firmly connected to the charger, and is firmly plugged in to the electrical outlet.
Problem Cause Solution The subject comes out underexposed (too dark). Insufficient light for shooting. The subject is darker than the surroundings. The white balance setting is not appropriate. The subject is beyond the range of the flash. The subject comes out overexposed (too bright). The subject is too close to the flash. Set the flash on. Set exposure compensation to a positive value. Change the white balance setting as necessary.
List of Messages The following table explains each of the messages that may appear on the LCD monitor. Busy... No CF card Cannot record! CF card error! CF card full Naming error! Change the batteries No image The camera is writing image data to the CF card (after taking a shot), or reading image from the card (when getting ready to display it). You attempted to shoot or replay with no CF card installed. You attempted to shoot with no CF card installed. There is something wrong with the CF card.
Image too large You attempted to replay an image whose file size was too large or whose resolution exceeded 3200 × 2400 pixels. You attempted to replay an incompatible JPEG file. Incompatible JPEG format Corrupted data You attempted to replay an image with corrupted data. RAW You attempted to replay a RAW image. Unidentified image You attempted to replay an image file recorded in a unrecognized format (file recorded by a different camera in a proprietary format, etc.).
The following table lists and explains the messages that may be on the LCD monitor when printing to the Card Photo Printer CP-10 (optional). No Paper No Ink Ink Cassette Error Paper Jam Communication Error Cannot Print! Could not print xx images Paper cassette is empty or is not installed correctly. No ink cassette in the printer, or the ink cassette is out of ink. There is a problem with the ink cassette. Paper jammed during printing. A communication error has occurred.
Specifications PowerShot A10 Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor Autofocus Focusing Range Shutter Shutter Speed Light Metering Method Exposure Control Exposure Compensation Sensitivity White Balance Flash Flash Range 112 PowerShot A20 Approx. 1.32 million-pixel (total). 1/2.7 in. CCD Approx. 2.11 million-pixel (total). 1/2.7 in. CCD (effective pixels: approx. 1.25 million) (effective pixels: approx. 2.02 million) 5.4 (W) – 16.2 (T) mm (35 mm film equivalent: 35 – 105 mm), F 2.
PowerShot A10 Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting Self-Timer PC Connected Shooting Recording Media File Format Image Recording Format Compression Number of Recording Pixels Replay Modes Interface Power Source Operating Temperatures Operating Humidity Dimensions (w x h x d) Weight PowerShot A20 Auto/manual/stitch assist Approx. 2.5 images/sec (Large/Fine mode, LCD monitor off) Shoots after approx. 10 sec. Available (USB connection only.
NiMH Battery NB-1AH (optional) Type Nominal Voltage Battery Charger CB-3AH (optional) Rechargeable nickel hydride battery Rated Input Rated Output 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 8 W 1.6 V DC/2 A 1.2 V DC 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Typical Capacity 1600 mAh Operating Temperature Charging Time Approx. 220 minutes* Dimensions Cycle Life Operating Temperature Approx. 300 times 113 × 74 × 27.5 mm (4.4 × 2.9 × 1.1 in.) Weight (body) Approx. 100 g (3.5 oz.) Dimensions Diameter: 14.5 mm (0.6 in.
CompactFlash™ Card Close-Up Lens 250D 52mm (optional) Card Slot Type Type I Focal Length 250 mm Dimensions 36.4 × 42.8 × 3.3 mm (1.4 × 1.7 × 0.1 in.) Focusing Range 100 – 250 mm (3.9 – 9.8 in.) (W)/130 – 250 mm (5.1 – 9.8 in.) (T) (when mounted on PowerShot A10 or A20) Weight (from tip of lens) Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.) Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread (Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52 is required for mounting to PowerShot A10 or A20) Dimensions Diameter: 54 mm (2.1 in. ) Length: 10.
Index A Auto Play ............................. 57 Auto Power Down ................ 29 Autofocus ............................ 30 B Batteries Installing ................................. 17 Performance ........................... 20 Status Indications ................... 20 Installing ................................. 20 Close-up Lens ................... 100 Compression ....................... 37 Computer, Downloading Images to Connecting Camera to Computer by USB ..................
Lens Attachment ............... 101 M Macro Mode ........................ 42 Magnifying a Displayed Image . 53 Mode Dial ............................ 16 P Power Kits AC Adapter Kit ........................ 97 Rechargeable Batteries .......... 96 Printing Card Photo Printer ................. 69 Connecting to Printer ............. 69 DPOF ..................................... 62 Errors during .......................... 72 Index Prints ............................ 67 Print Style .........................
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FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1007 and PC1009) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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