Canon A510 - User Manual

4 Read This First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors a...

5 Read This First 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. The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels ...

6 Read This First Safety Precautions z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and c...

7 Read This First z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described 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 ...

8 Read This First z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may bec...

9 Read This First z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects. Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries in specialized waste fac...

10 Read This First CAUTIONS z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns ...

11 Read This First 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. Avoid Condensation Relate...

12 Components Guide The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer. Computer (p. 106) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) Direct Print Compatible Printers (sold separately) • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY CP series), Card Photo Printers: Interface Cab...

13 Components Guide Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function * 1 When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not to swing the camera or catch it on other items. * 2 The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic sheet for protection against scratches during shipment. Remove it before using the ca...

14 Components Guide Shooting Mode Dial Use the shooting mode dial to switch between the Shooting modes. z : Auto (p. 33) The camera automatically selects settings. z Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 38) : Landscape (p. 38) :...

15 Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries Insert two AA-size alkaline batteries (supplied with the camera) or separately sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is off. 2 Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of...

16 Preparing the Camera Proper Battery Handling z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 129). z Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ acco...

17 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function WARNING Never use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk that such batteries may leak, overheat, or burst. Always check the seals on store-bought batteries before...

18 Preparing the Camera Installing the Memory Card 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the memory card slot cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it. 3 Insert the memory card. z Push the memory card in until it clicks into place. z Do not touch or allow metal objects to contact ...

19 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function z When the upper indicator blinks green, the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the memory card. Do not perform the following or image data may be lost or corrupted: • Subject the camera body to vibrat...

20 Preparing the Camera 3 Select (Format) using the or button and press the SET button. 4 Select [OK] using the or button and press the SET button. z To cancel formatting instead, select [Cancel] and press the SET button. z The capacity of the memory card displayed on the LCD monitor when formatting...

21 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function Memory Card Handling Precautions z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card. z Do not allow...

22 Preparing the Camera Setting the Date/Time The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on, or whenever the lithium date battery charge is low. Start from Step 4 to set the date and time. 1 Turn the power on (p. 30). 2 Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up...

23 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function Setting the Language Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display. 1 Turn the power on (p. 30). 2 Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using the button. 3 Select (Language) using the or button and p...

24 Preparing the Camera Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menu settings and play back recorded images. Pressing the DISP. button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Shooting Mode When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the AF frame will...

25 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function Icons Displayed in Shooting Mode Shooting Mode p. 38, 76 Exposure Compensation p. 83 White Balance p. 84 Drive Mode p. 45, 48 ISO Speed p. 87 Photo Effect p. 88 Metering Mode p. 82 Compression p. 40 Resolution Postcard Print p. 40, 54 Fla...

26 Preparing the Camera z A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting if the upper indicator blinks orange after the metering preparations are complete and the camera shake icon ( ) displays in the LCD monitor. Set the flash to or , or affix the camera to a tripod ...

27 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function Playback Mode * Detailed Display is not available in Index Playback (9 images). Total number of images Standard No Display Detailed* Shooting Date/Time File Number Aperture Value Shutter Speed Movie Length Histogram Compression p. 40 Reso...

28 Preparing the Camera Icons Displayed in Playback Mode (Detailed Display) In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture value, histogram and recorded movie time are displayed as in the example in the figure on page 27. * 1 : Each mode of the SCN mode icon appears (p. 51). * 2 : appears eve...

29 Preparing the Camera Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function z Please note that image information recorded by this camera may not display correctly on other cameras and image information recorded by other cameras may not display correctly on this camera. About the Histogram z The histogram is a gra...

30 Basic Functions Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Camera On 1 Press the Power button until the power lamp lights green (p. 14). Shooting Mode z Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD monitor. Playback Mode z The LCD monitor displays an image. Current shooting settings will disappear ...

31 Basic Functions Preparing t he Camera, Basic Function Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. Depending on the power saving setting, the camera may power down or the LCD monitor may go off automatically. z Auto Power Down[On]: Shooting mode: Powers down approxi...

32 Basic Functions Switching between Shooting and Playback You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Playback mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or erasing an image immediately after it is shot. Shooting Mode Playback Mode The lens does not retract for approx...

33 The Basics Shooting – The Basics Auto Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. 1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode (p. 32). 2 Turn the shooting mode dial to . 3 Aim the camera at the subject you wish to shoot. See Functions A...

34 Shooting – The Basics Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure and focus. z Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished metering, and the upper indicator will light green or orange. If the LCD monitor is on, the AF frame will appear green. z The lower indicator will...

35 Shooting – The Basics The Basics Shooting with the Viewfinder You can save power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 24) and using the viewfinder to shoot. 1 Compose the image so that the subject appears in the center of the frame in the viewfinder (autofocus range). Viewfinder window Shows approx...

36 Shooting – The Basics AF-assist Beam z The AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in certain conditions, i.e. dark conditions. z The AF-assist beam can be turned off (p. 69).For example, if animals are your subject, turn off the beam when ...

40 Shooting – The Basics Changing the Resolution and Compression You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) depending on the purpose. Mode Dial * The Postcard Print mode is not available in and . Resolution Purpose L(Large) PowerShot A520:2272 x 1704 pixels High Low z Print lar...

42 Shooting – The Basics Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below. 1 Press the button to switch between flash modes. z The selected flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. Mode Dial * In (Fireworks), the flash is prohibited. Auto with red-eye reduction The flash fires automatic...

43 Shooting – The Basics The Basics z When shooting in any mode other than M mode, the flash fires with automatic adjustments. z The flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is used by the camera to obtain the subject’s exposure data so that the ...

44 Shooting – The Basics z Red-eye Reduction For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by shooting with the lens set to a wide angle, increasing the lighting in ind...

46 Shooting – The Basics z When is selected, pressing the SET button will allow you to set the start time (0 to 10 seconds) and the number of shots (1 to 10 shots). Select the setting item using the or button and change its value using the or button. 3 Shoot the image. z When is selected, the self-t...

47 Shooting – The Basics The Basics Digital Zoom Images can be zoomed with the combined optical and digital zoom functions as follows. PowerShot A520: Approx. 5.7x, 7.1x, 8.9x, 11x and 14x PowerShot A510: Approx. 5.1x, 6.4x, 8.0x, 9.8x and 13x 1 Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. 2 I...

48 Shooting – The Basics Continuous Shooting Use this mode to shoot successive shots while the shutter button is pressed. z Continuous shooting speed is as follows*. * Large/Fine mode with LCD monitor off (These figures reflect Canon’s testing standard. The figures will vary depending on the subject...

49 Shooting – The Basics The Basics Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. Mode Dial To merge the images on a computer, use PhotoStitch, one of the supplied softw...

50 Shooting – The Basics Shooting Images can be shot in the following 2 sequences in Stitch Assist mode. 1 Turn the Shooting mode dial to . z The LCD monitor will turn on. 2 Select the shooting sequence using the or button and press the SET button. z The shooting sequence is set. z To shoot landscap...

51 Shooting – The Basics The Basics z A custom white balance setting (p. 85) cannot be set in mode. To use a custom white balance setting, first set it in another Shooting mode. z The settings in place for the first image are locked in and cannot be changed for subsequent shots. z A TV cannot be use...

52 Shooting – The Basics 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to (Special Scene mode). z The current Scene mode screen is displayed. 2 Select the scene you wish to shoot using the or button and shoot the image. z The name of the Scene mode is displayed for approximately six seconds each time you change the...

54 Shooting – The Basics Postcard Print Mode You can shoot images with the optimal resolution and compression for postcard size printing. • When printing standard image data to postcard size, sometimes the top and bottom sides may not get printed. • By shooting images in the Postcard Print mode, you...

55 Shooting – The Basics The Basics Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date on image data when (Postcard Print mode) is selected. The date will be printed on your images even if it has not been set with a computer or printer. z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand...

56 Shooting – The Basics Movie Mode Use this mode to shoot movies. The resolution can be set to [ (640 x 480)], [ (320 x 240)] or [ (160 x 120)] (p. 40). 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . z The LCD monitor turns on and displays the maximum recording time (in seconds). 2 Press the shutter button all...

58 Playback – The Basics Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback) You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor. 1 Slide the mode switch to . z The last recorded image appears (single image playback). 2 Move between images using the or button. z Use the button to move to the prev...

59 Playback – The Basics The Basics Magnifying Images Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times in single image playback. 1 Slide the mode switch to . 2 Press the zoom lever toward . z You can move around the magnified image using the , , or button. z Pressing the SET button switches to i...

60 Playback – The Basics Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Up to 9 images can be viewed at once in index playback. 1 Slide the mode switch to . 2 Press the zoom lever toward . z 9 images appear at once (index playback). 3 Change the image selection using the , , or button. Pressing the...

61 Playback – The Basics The Basics Jumping between Images The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in index playback. 1 Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback (p. 60). z The jump bar appears. 2 Change the image selection. z Jump 9 images back or forward using the or button. z P...

62 Playback – The Basics z When a movie has finished playing, it will display the last frame.If the SET button is pressed in this state, the camera will revert to the movie playback panel. If the SET button is pressed again, the movie will start playing from the first frame. Pausing and Resuming Pla...

65 The Basics Erasing Erasing Images Individually 1 Slide the mode switch to . 2 Select the image you wish to erase using the or button and press the button. z A confirmation screen appears. 3 Select [Erase] using the or button and press the SET button. z To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel...

66 Shooting – Advanced Functions Selecting Menus and Settings Selecting Settings with the FUNC. Button (Shooting Mode Only) 1 Slide the mode switch to . 2 Press the FUNC. button. 3 Use the or button to select a FUNC. menu item. 4 Use the or button to select the setting contents. 5 Press the FUNC. bu...

67 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Selecting Settings with the MENU Button z For items with [...] next to them, press the SET button and select the settings from the next displayed menu. Once the settings are complete, press the SET button again to enable the new settings. z In the...

69 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Menu Settings and Default Settings Rec. Menu Menu Item Setting Content Reference Page AiAF Sets the camera so that it will either automatically select the AF frame and shoot, or shoot with the AF frame fixed in the center. • On*/Off 81 Red-eye Set...

70 Shooting – Advanced Functions Play Menu Set up Menu Menu Item Setting Content Reference Page Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. 97 Rotate Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees clockwise in the display. 94 Sound Memo Adds sound memos to images. 95 Erase All Erases all images from a memory...

72 Shooting – Advanced Functions Power Saving The [Auto Power Down] and [Display Off] settings can be set by pressing the SET button. Auto Power Down Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a specified period of time elapses without camera operation. • On* /Off 31 Display Off ...

74 Shooting – Advanced Functions Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, operation sound, self-timer sound and shutter sound used on this camera. These are called My Camera settings. You can also customize the and options for each item with ima...

75 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Resetting the Settings to Default You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default. 1 Turn the power on. z Can be performed from Shooting or Playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button for longer than 5 seconds. z The message “Reset sett...

76 Shooting – Advanced Functions Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value to suit your shooting purposes. After settings are made, shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33). How to Use the Mode Dial 1 Check ...

77 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. z The shutter speed and aperture value will show in red on the LCD monitor when the correct exposure...

78 Shooting – Advanced Functions z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at slow shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears on the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before shooting. z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows. z The...

79 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Setting the Aperture The aperture adjusts the amount of light that passes through the lens. When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness.Selecting a lower aper...

80 Shooting – Advanced Functions Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. You can select settings such as a long exposure to suit your purpose. z When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard...

83 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Adjusting the Exposure Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background, or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. 1 Select *(+/– (Exp.)) in the ...

84 Shooting – Advanced Functions Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) When the white balance is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. Combinations of setting contents and light source are as follows. Mode Dial Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera Day...

85 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions 3 Press the FUNC. button. Setting a Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-qual...

86 Shooting – Advanced Functions z You are recommended to set the white balance when shooting in the following conditions. - The shooting mode dial is set to P and the exposure compensation is set to ±0. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect (image is completel...

87 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Changing the ISO Speed By raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright images even in poor lighting conditions. This function is convenient when you want to prevent camera shake, shoot without the flash or shoot with a faster shutter speed in dark ...

88 Shooting – Advanced Functions Changing the Photo Effect You can shoot with different saturation and contrast color effects. 1 Select *(Effect Off) in the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). * The current setting is displayed. Mode Dial Effect Off Records normally with this set...

89 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Adjusting the Flash Output In M mode, the flash output can be controlled in three steps when shooting. 1 Select (Flash Output) in the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 2 Adjust the flash output using the or button. z A shot c...

90 Shooting – Advanced Functions Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects. To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an object at a similar distance, lock the focus and recompose the image with the desired subject, or use manual focus....

91 Shooting – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions z The focus will stay looked even if the shutter button and the MF button are released. z Pressing the MF button again cancels the AF lock setting. 2 Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image. AF lock is not a...

92 Shooting – Advanced Functions 2 Focus using the or button and shoot the image. z Adjust the focus using the or button until the image appears focused on the LCD monitor. z Pressing the MF button again cancels the manual focus mode. z You can use manual focus in the macro focal distance 5 to 45 cm...

94 Playback – Advanced Functions Rotating Images in the Display You can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Rotate) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 2 Press the or button to select the image to be rotated ...

96 Playback – Advanced Functions z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z When the memory card capacity is full, a “Memory card full” message appears and recording will not be possible to that card. z You cannot record or play back sound memos for images that already have an incompatible sound m...

97 Playback – Advanced Functions Advanced F unctions Protecting Images Use the protect feature to protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Protect) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 2 Select an image you want to...

98 Various Functions About Printing Images shot with this camera can be printed using one of the following methods. z You can easily print images stored in the memory card by connecting the camera to a direct print compatible printer* 1 with a cable and then pressing the camera’s button. z You can s...

99 Various Functions Various Fun ctions Photo Lab Print settings(DPOF Print Settings) (p. 100)Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) (p. 104) Direct Print Compatible Printing J For details, see the Direct Print User Guide . J Also, refer to your printer’s manual. „ Printers that Can Be Us...

100 Various Functions DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF, or for printing on a direct print co...

102 Various Functions 2 Select [Mark all] using the , , or button and press the SET button. 3 Select [OK] using the or button and press the SET button. z The display will return to the Print Order menu. 4 Press the MENU button. z The display returns to the Play menu. Press the MENU button again to g...

103 Various Functions Various Fun ctions Setting the Print Style Set the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Print Order) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). Print Type Standa...

104 Various Functions 4 Press the MENU button. z Returns to the Print Order menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the Play menu. Press it again to go back to the Playback screen. z When [Print Type] is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time. z Both...

105 Various Functions Various Fun ctions 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Transfer Order) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 2 Select [Order] using the or button and press the SET button. z Selecting [Reset] will cancel all transfer order settings. 3 Select an imag...

106 Various Functions 3 Select [OK] using the or button and press the SET button. z The display returns to the Transfer Order menu. 4 Press the MENU button. z The display returns to the Play menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the playback screen. z Images are transferred in order from o...

107 Various Functions Various Fun ctions z Downloading from a Memory Card See Downloading from a Memory Card (p. 113). z With this method, you download images using camera button operations after you have installed the appropriate software (the computer settings only need to be adjusted for the firs...

108 Various Functions z Macintosh OS Mac OS X (v10.1.5 – v10.3) Computer Model The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. CPU PowerPC G3/G4/G5 RAM 256 MB or more Interface USB Free Hard Disk Space z Canon Utilities ImageBrowser: 200 MB or morePhotoStitch: 40 MB or mor...

109 Various Functions Various Fun ctions 1 Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (first time only). z Please see the Software Starter Guide for the installation procedures. z With a Macintosh, it is next necessary to set the ImageBrowser a...

110 Various Functions 5 Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the event dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only). Windows J Proceed to step 5 . Macintosh J Refer to the Software Starter Guide and download images. z The following window appears. If the events dialog fails to appe...

111 Various Functions Various Fun ctions Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations.Install the supplied software and adjust the computer settings before using this method for the first time (p. 109). Using the software and computer to download i...

113 Various Functions Various Fun ctions Connecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing the Software If you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1.5 – v10.3), you can use the software distributed with these operating systems to download images without installing the sof...

114 Various Functions Viewing Images on a TV Set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable AVC-DC300. 1 Turn off the camera (p. 30) and the TV. 2 Attach the AV cable to the A/V Out terminal on the...

115 Various Functions Various Fun ctions z No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a TV monitor. z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 73). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S...

116 Various Functions Setting the File Number Reset to [Off] is useful for avoiding file number duplication when images are downloaded to a computer. About File and Folder Numbers Images are assigned file number from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (Folder numbe...

117 Various Functions Various Fun ctions Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. Each menu item has three choices. As default settings, My Camera setting has a science fiction theme and M...

118 Various Functions Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added to the camera as My Camera settings. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. The following menu items can be save...

120 Various Functions Data that can be Registered as My Camera Settings My Camera settings should conform to the below data types. However, memory card images shot with this camera can be registered as My Camera settings regardless of the below data types. (excluding sounds recorded as a movie or wi...

121 List of Messages List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor. z For messages which may appear when a printer is connected, refer to the Direct Print User Guide . Busy... The camera is recording image data to the memory card.The playback mode is running. No memory card Y...

122 List of Messages RAW You attempted to play back a RAW image. Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a special data type (proprietary data type used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a movie recorded by another camera. Cannot magnify ! You attemp...

123 Trou bleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The camera will not operate Power is not turned on. z Press the Power button for a few moments. Memory card slot cover or battery cover is open. z Be sure the cover is closed securely. Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. z Reload t...

124 Troubleshooting The camera will not record Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card. z If required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card. (See Formatting Memory Cards (p. 19).)...

125 Troubleshooting Trou bleshooting Batteries consumed quickly Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For information about alkaline batteries, see Proper Battery Handling (p. 16).) Battery capacity drops due to low ambient t...

126 Troubleshooting Sounds come from the camera interior The camera’s vertical and horizontal orientation has changed. z The mechanism for detecting the camera’s orientation is functioning. This is not a malfunction. Image is blurred or out of focus Camera moved z Hold the camera steady while pressi...

129 Appendix Appendix Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. The charge indicator blinks while cha...

131 Appendix Appendix z It takes approximately 110 minutes when two batteries are loaded one at each end of the charger and 250 minutes with four for the charger to fully recharge them (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Please do not charge batteries in areas where the temperature is ou...

133 Appendix Appendix Wide Converter WC-DC52 Use this converter for taking wide-angle shots. The wide converter changes the focal length of the camera body’s lens by a factor of 0.7x (the thread diameter is 52 mm.). Tele-converter TC-DC52A This 52 mm-threaded diameter magnifying conversion lens is f...

134 Appendix Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F This separately sold adapter is required for attaching the wide converter, tele-converter and close-up lens (52 mm thread diameter). Attaching a Lens 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ...

136 Appendix Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High Power Flash HF-DC1 This is an attachable supplementary flash. Photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate may be captured using the High-Power Flash. Affix the High-Power Flash to the camera usi...

137 Appendix Appendix z If the battery is used in cold regions (0°C/32°F or lower), you are recommended to carry a spare lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). Keep the spare battery warm in your pocket until immediately before using it, and exchange it frequently with the battery in the flash. z Remove...

139 Appendix Appendix Camera Care and Maintenance Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder, LCD monitor and other parts. Camera Body : Wipe the camera body with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper. Lens : First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then r...

140 Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A520/PowerShot A510 Camera Effective Pixels PowerShot A520: Approx. 4.0 millionPowerShot A510: Approx. 3.2 million Image Sensor PowerShot A520: 1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels...

144 Specifications Battery Performance * The actual figures will vary according to the shooting condition and settings. Number of Shots Playback Time LCD Monitor ON (Based on the CIPA standard) LCD Monitor Off AA Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) Approx. 80 shots Approx. 240 shots Approx...

145 Specifications Appendix Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) Memory card included with the camera PowerShot A520 PowerShot A510 MMC- 16M SDC-128M SDC- 512MSH L (Large) 2272 x 1704 pixels 7 61 237 13 109 425 26 216 838 M1 (Medium 1) 1600 x 1200 pixels 14 121 471 26 216 838 50...

146 Specifications z Some memory cards are not sold in some regions. z The maximum movie clip length is : 30 sec., : 3 min. or : 3 min.. The times shown are the maximum continuous recording times. * When using a 128 MB or higher capacity memory card. z (Superfine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate the c...

148 Specifications Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Supplied with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800. Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 16 VA (100 V) – 26 VA (240 V) Rated Output DC 3.15 V DC/2 A Operating Temperatures 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F) Dimensions 42.5 x 104.0 x 31.4 mm (1.7 x 4.1 x 1....

149 Specifications Appendix Wide Converter WC-DC52 (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 0.7x (35 mm film equivalent at wide angle end: approx. 24.5 mm) Focusing Range (from front of lens) Approx. 21 cm (8.3 in.) – infinity (at wide angle end)* 1 Approx. 1 – 21 cm (0.4 – 8.3 in.) (at wide angle en...

151 Appendix Photo Tips and Information This section offers photography tips. z Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 45) Normally, the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button.Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release for two seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus...

152 Photo Tips and Information Underexposure The whole recorded image is dark, which makes white elements of the image appear gray. Shooting bright subjects or in backlit conditions may cause the image to be underexposed. Adjust the exposure compensation towards the + end. Optimal Exposure Overexpos...

153 Appendix INDEX A AC Adapter Kit ..................................................131AF Frame ...........................................................81Aperture Value ...................................................79Aperture-priority AE ............................................ 79Auto ...

154 INDEX Flash ................................................................... 42Focal Length .............................132, 133, 149, 150Focus Lock .............................................................90Manual .........................................................91 Format .........

156 INDEX Resetting the Settings to Default ........................ 75Resolution ..........................................................40Ring Release Button .......................................... 12Rotate ................................................................. 94 S Self-timer .......

158 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Réglementation canadienne sur les interférences radio Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1106/PC1107) This dev...

159 Appendix Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each Shooting mode. Function (1) Refer- ence Pages Resolu-tion Large L { * { * { * { * { * { * { * U * – { * { * { * { * 40 Medium 1 M1 { { { { { { { U – { { { { Medium 2 M2 { { {...