Canon A100 User Manual
ENGLISH
Canon
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Camera User Guide
This guide covers both the PowerShot A200 and PowerShot A100 digital cameras.
• Please read Ihe "Read this First" section (p.11).
• Please refer to the "Software Starter Guide" for
information on installing the software and
downloading images.
• Please read the "Quick Start" section on the
following page for a simple explanation of
shooting, replaying and erasing,
• Please also read the “Printer User Guide”
included with your Canon printer.
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Quick Start
Install the batteries and CF card (p 19)
Open the CF card slot / battery cover and insert a
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CF card and batteries.
Open the lens cover to turn the power on (p. 27)
The green indicator next to the optical viewfinder starts
flashing green.
• When the date / time set up menu are displayed, refer to page 24.
• For information about how to change - - ---------------the language, see “Setting the j
Language” (p. 25).
Set the focus (p. 34)
Aim the camera at the subject, and lightly press
the shutter button half way. The camera beeps O D CHUtDOl
twice when it is focused.
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To erase
Shoot the image (p. 34)
Press the shutter button all the way down. The
camera beeps once when the image is shot.
View the image
The recorded image wiil be dispiayed for approxi-*
mateiy 3 seconds (p. 35). Refer to [Repiaying] sec
tion (p. 59) for viewing other images aiready shot.
Press the ’w button
whiie the image is
dispiayed.
When you have finished ’' .
shooting photos 3, Downloading images to a computer
2 Connecting the camera to a computer
Confirm that [Erase] is
seiected and press
the SET button.
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Software Starter Guide
This guide
Software Starter Guide
Front View
Shutter Button (p. 34)
Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 33)
AF-assist Beam (p. 34)
Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 43)
Self-Timer Lamp (p. 46)
Flash (p. 43)
Date Battery Holder (p. 95)
Terminal Cover (p. 85)
DIGITAL Terminal* (p. 85)
DC IN Terminal (p. 99)
Lens
Lens Cover (p. 27)
* For connecting your camera to a computer via a USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with
camera) (p.85) or connecting to a Direct Print Function compliant printer via Direct Interface Cable
DIF-100 (supplied with printer) (p. 69).
(For a list of printers that work with this camera, please refer to the System Map.)
Back View
' Be careful when carrying the camera by the strap. Don’t swing the camera on the strap, and keep
the strap and camera body clear of obstacles.
Operation Panel
- MENU Button (p. 36)
- DISP (Display) Button (p. 29)
Indicators
■ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 65)
■ Zoom Button (p. 35)
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■ Power / Replay Button (p. 27)
■ 12 (Exposure) / WB (White Balance) /
•© (Photo Effects) / A (Up) Button (pp. 52, 53, 54)
- V Flash / C> (Right) Button (p. 43)
■ Oil (Continuous) / Ci) (Self-Timer) /
V (Down) Button (p. 46)
- (Macro) /i4(Infinity) /<](Left) Button (p. 45)
- SET Button
indicators
The upper indicator comes on when you open the lens cover or whenever you press the shutter button.
Upper Indicator
Green: Ready to shoot, or ready to communicate with
Flashing Green: Camera is starting up, reading the CF
Orange: Ready to shoot, using the flash.
your computer.
card, erasing data on the CF card, or transmit
ting data to your computer.
Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot, (camera shake
warning) / charging the flash (at LCD ON).
Lower Indicator
Yellow: Macro / Infinity modes
Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty (Although you can press
the shutter button, it is recommended to use the
focus lock to shoot (p. 50)).
Symbols Used
Icons on the right end of title bars show the operations
mode. As in the example below, the shooting mode
should be set to QQ, ^ or Q.
Question? Look here first.
O How do I navigate the menus?
9 What settings are available under each function?
and
9 Will my settings remain in effect even after i've turned the
camera oft?
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How do I go about printing? ..........................................
9
What functions are available through the menus?
This mark denotes issues that may affect
the camera’s operation.
This mark denotes additional topics that
a
complement the basic operating proce
dures.
■ Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 36)
Functions Available in Each Shooting
'Mode (p. 57)
About Printing (p. 67)
Rec. Menu (p. 87)
Play Menu (p. 89)
Set up Menu (p. 90)
Quick Start_______________________2
Components Guide
Front View...................................................4
Back View
Operation Panel
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About this Camera User Guide
Read this First
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Preparing the Camera_____________19
Installing the Battery and CF Card
Setting the Date / Time
Setting the Language
Basic Functions
Turning the Power ON / OFF
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I: Functions and operations tabies.
Using the LCD Monitor
information Displayed on the LCD Monitor.31
Using the Viewfinder.................................33
Pressing the Shutter Button
Using the Digital Zoom
Menu Settings and Default Settings
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Shooting_________________________^
Selecting the Shooting Mode....................40
Changing the Resolution / Compression .. 41
^ Using the Flash......................................43
i!Ci Macro /i4 Infinity Modes......................45
Qi Continuous Mode
0 Self-Timer
Stitch Assist Mode
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Movie Mode
Using the Focus Lock
Switching Between Autofocus Modes
a Adjusting the Exposure
WB Setting the White Balance
■© Switching Between Photo Effect Modes .. 54
Changing the ISO Speed
Resetting the File Number
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Replaying
Erasing
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Displaying Images Individually
Viewing Images In Sets of 9
Viewing Movies..........................................61
Rotating Images in the Display
Auto Play
Protecting Images
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Erasing Images Individually
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Erasing All Images....................................65
Formatting a CF Card
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Printing
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About Printing
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
Printing
Print Settings (Direct Print Function)
DPOF Print Settings
Printing with DPOF Print Settings
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Image Transfer Settings
(DPOF Transfer Order)
Setting the Image Transfer
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Downloading Images to a Computer 84
Downloading Directly from a CF Card
Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via
the USB Cable
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List of Menu Options and Messages 87
Rec Menu
Plav Menu
Set up Menu..............................................
Resetting the Settings to Default
List of Messages.......................................92
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Appendices
Replacing the Date Battery.......................95
Using the Optional Battery Kits.................96
Camera Care and Maintenance
Troubleshooting..................................... 101
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Specifications__________________1TO
Index 113
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Accessories
This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon brand digital camera
accessories (“Canon Brand Accessories”).
You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this Digital camera. However, Canon Makes no warranties
concerning, and is not responsible for damages resulting from, use of non Canon Brand Accessories.
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. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
Language Setting
Please see page 25 to change the language setting.
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Please Read
Test Shots
Before you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we strongiy recommend that you shoot severai trial
images to confirm that you are operating the camera correctly.
Please note that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiiiates, and distributors of its digital cameras are not liable for any
consequential damages arising from any maifunction of the Canon digital camera or CompactFlash™ card (CF
card) resulting in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and must be used in a manner that
respects international and domestic copyright laws and regulations.
Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial
properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even If the
image was recorded for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
Please see the supplied Canon European Warranty System (EWS) booklet.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the rear of this manual or the European Warranty
System (EWS) booklet included In your camera kit for details.
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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.
In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera, battery, battery charger and
optional compact power adapter.
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^WARNINGS
' Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your
eyesight.____________________________________________________________________________________
' Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced
by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants
when using the flash.
' Store this equipment out of fhe reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or batteries
by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around the child's neck could
result in asphyxiation.
’ Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the camera away from children. Seek medical assis-
tance immediately if a child swallows a battery.
' Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of fhe 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 authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
' 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. Failure to do so may result in
fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the camera batteries and unplug
the power cord from the electrical outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please con
sult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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' stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Faiiure to do so may resuit in fire or
eiectricai shock, immediately turn the camera’s power oft, remove the camera batteries and unplug the
power cord from the electrical outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer
Support Help Desk.___________________________________________________________________________
' Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not
allow liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact
with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that water or other foreign sub
stances enter the interior, immediately turn the camera's power oft and remove the camera batteries or
unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
’ Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or
maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire.
’ 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 electrical outlet and the surrounding area. In dusty, humid or greasy
environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with
humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.__________________________________________________________
' Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause
an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.
’ 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. Use only the recommended power acces
sories.
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' Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you
immerse them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the leakage of corrosive
liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.
’ Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk of Injury due to an
explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the eyes and mouth, skin or clothing,
that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery.
’ Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It could lead to
leakage and injury.____________________________________________________________________________
' Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheat-
ing, bums and other injuries.____________________________________________________________________
' 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 facilities if available in
your area.
' Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks,
resulting In fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. Use only recommended batteries and
accessories._________________________________________________________________________________
' If using AA-sIze NIMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the 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 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.
' The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the compact power cord Is designed for exclusive use
with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards.
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A CAUTtONS
' Avoid using, piacing or storing the equipment in piaces subject to strong sunlight or high
temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may
caiise the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, bums or other injuries. High temperatures
may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the compact
power adapter to charge the battery pack or power the camera.________________________________________
' Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such areas coufd lead to fire, electrical shock
or other damage._____________________________________________________________________________
' Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or
damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.
' Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the
flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in bums.
' 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.
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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 Reiated Problems
Moving the equipment rapidiy between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to
form on Its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable
plastic bag and ietting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.
• If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
Stop using the camera Immediately if you detect condensation.
Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the CF card and battery or power cord (if connected) from
the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.
• Extended Storage
When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery
charger and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with batteries
instalied wili run down the battery and may damage the camera.
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Installing the Battery and CF Card
Insert two (2) AA-sIze alkaline batteries (included
with the camera) or two (2) NiMH batteries (sold
separately) and insert the CF card.
^ Be sure that the camera power is off.
Slide the CF card slot / battery cover
and open the battery cover.
2
Insert the batteries as shown and
close the battery cover.
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(-) Negative end
Insert the CF card as shown.
Slide the CF card firmly to the end. To release
the CF card, hold onto it and remove.
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(+) Positive end
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Close the CF card slot / battery cover.
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O When the camera's indicator fiashes green, do
not turn off the power or open the battery cover.
The camera is writing, reading, erasing or trans
mitting an image to or from the CF card. Do not
perform the following operations as recorded
images may be damaged as a result.
• Turn the camera off
• Open the cover
• Shake the camera
O Be aware that use of CF cards whose contents
have been edited on another camera or with
another company’s software may cause the
camera to operate incorrectly.
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O We recommend that you use the optional AC
Adapter Kit ACK800 to power the camera
during iong usage sessions (p. 99).
O The optionai battery charger kit iets you use
rechargeabie NiMH batteries to power the
camera (p. 96).
O For information about the Battery and
Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable NiMH
batteries, see the System Map (separate
from this guide).
O For important information, see "Battery
Performance" (p. 109) and "CF Cards and
Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)"
(p.110).
Proper Battery Handling
Use AA-size Alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH
batteries only. Refer to “Using Rechargeable
Batteries" (p. 96) for their handling.
Never use manganese or lithium batteries,
as these battery types may overheat in the
camera.
Since the performance of alkaline batteries
may differ according to brand, the operating
time of the batteries you purchase may not
be as long as the batteries that came with
the camera.
Camera operating time may shorten at low
temperatures when alkaline batteries are
used. Also due to their specifications,
alkaline batteries may expire faster than
NiMH batteries. If you are using the camera
in cold areas or for a long time, we
recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH
Battery Kit.
While it is possible to use AA-size nickelcadmium batteries, performance is unreliable
and their use is not recommended.
Never mix unused and partially used batter
ies. Always load two fresh (or fully recharged)
batteries at the same time.
Never mix batteries of different types or from
different manufactures. Both batteries should
be identical.
Before inserting the batteries, wipe the
battery terminals well with a dry cloth. Oil from
one’s skin or other dirt may cause a consid
erable reduction in the number of recordable
images or reduced usage time.
Before using the camera, wipe the 0 and 0
terminals in the camera well with a dry cloth.
Dirt may cause a bad electrical contact.
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.
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If you do not plan to use the camera for a
long time, remove the batteries from the
camera and store them in a safe piece.
Batteries may leak and damage the camera
if left installed during prolonged periods of
non-use.
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A 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 batter
ies before loading them, as some batteries may come
with defective seals. Do not use batteries with defec
tive seals.
Never use batteries that look like this.
Batteries with all or part of the seal
(electrical insulation sheath) peeled
off.
The positive electrode (plus terminal)
is flat.
The negative terminal is correctly
formed (protruding from the metal
base), but the seal does not extend
up over the edge of the metal base.
r Battery Status Indications J
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
Q]
Change
the batteries
promptly. If the LCD monitor is off, this
icon will appear when voupress any of
the following buttons:», Ql / Cd, tS / i&
SET, DISPorga/WB/®.
Batteries are fully depleted and the
camera can no longer operate. Replace
the batteries immediately.
About CF Cards
CF cards are high-precision electronic
devices. Do not bend them, appiy 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 tempera
ture extremes will cause condensation to form
in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid
condensation, piace the CF card in a seaied
piastic bag before moving it into a different
temperature zone and ailow it to adjust siowly
to the new temperature. If condensation
forms on the CF card, store it at room
temperature untii the water droplets have
evaporated naturally.
Do not use or store CF cards in the following
types of iocation.
• Locations subject to dust or sand
• Locations subject to high humidity and high
temperatures
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Setting the Date / Time
The Date / Time menu will be displayed when
camera power is turned on for the first time or
at low date battery power. Perform operations
from Step 5. (Replace the date battery when
power from the current one is exhausted (p. 95).)
Turn the power on (p. 27).
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Press the MENU button.
The Rec. or Replay menu will display.
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