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ENGLISH
Camera User Guide
• Please read the “Read this First” section (p. 5).
• Please refer to the Quick Start section for a simple explanation of
shooting, replaying and erasing (p. 12).
• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on
installing the software and downloading images.
• Please also read the Printer User Guide included with your
Canon printer.
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Flowchart and Reference Guides
This Guide
Shooting with the Camera
Software Starter Guide
Installing the Software
This Guide
Connecting the Camera to a Computer
Software Starter Guide
Downloading Images to a Computer
Printer User Guide
Using the Printer and Printing
Precautions
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.
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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.
Video Format
Please set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region
before using it with a TV monitor ( p. 134).
Please read through the “Read This First” section (p. 5) before using your
camera.
Disclaimer
¡ While every effort has been made to ensure that the information
contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be
accepted for any errors or omissions. Canon reserves the right to
change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein
at any time without prior notice.
¡ No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any for m,
by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.
¡ Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost
data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the
software, the CompactFlash™ cards (CF cards), personal computers,
peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards.
¡ Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc.
¡ CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
¡ iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
¡ Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc, registered in the United States and other countries.
¡ Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
¡ Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered
trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
Copyright © 2002 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
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About this Camera User Guide
Symbols Used
Icons on the right end of title bars show the operations
mode. As in the example below, the mode dial should
be set to
Using the Flash
: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s
operation.
: This mark denotes additional topics that complement
the basic operating procedures.
Question? Look here first.
3 How do I navigate the menus?
Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 41)
3 What settings are available under each function?
and
Will my settings remain in effect even after I’ve turned the
camera off?
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
(p. 82)
3 How do I go about printing?
About Printing (p. 100)
3 What functions are available through the menus?
Rec. Menu (p. 130)
Replay Menu (p. 135)
The above sections are shaded on the right edges to make them
easy to find.
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About the Thumb Index
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.
Introduces you to all of the camera components, and
explains how to load batteries and use the shutter
button, among other basic functions.
Describes shooting with the camera, from the five
different shooting modes to using the camera’s
various shooting features.
Explains how to review recorded images one at a time
or in index form, how to protect them or erase them,
and more.
Explains how to print and make print settings, and
how to select images for transferring to e-mail.
Explains how to transfer recorded images to a
computer. Also explains how you can connect the
camera to a TV set for shooting and reviewing
images.
Shows the Rec. and Replay menus at a glance and
error messages. Also explains how to replace the date
battery and how to use various separately sold
accessories, such as the Battery and Charger Kit and
lenses.
Quick Start
Preparing the Camera,
Basic Functions
Shooting
Replaying, Erasing
Printing,
Transferring
Connecting
Appendix
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Table of Contents
: Functions and operations tables. These pages are
shaded on the right edges to make them easy to find.
Read this First 5
Quick Start 12
Components Guide 14
Preparing the Camera 18
Installing the Battery Pack .....................................................18
Installing a CF Card ...............................................................22
Setting the Date/Time ............................................................25
Setting the Language ............................................................ 27
Attaching the Strap ................................................................29
Basic Functions 30
Turning the Power On ............................................................30
Using the LCD Monitor .......................................................... 32
Using the Viewfinder to Shoot ...............................................37
Pressing the Shutter Button .................................................. 38
Using the Zoom (Focal Length) ............................................. 40
Selecting Menus and Settings ............................................... 41
Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings 46
Auto Mode ..................................................................... 46
Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting ............................ 48
Changing the Resolution and Compression ......................... 50
Using the Flash ..................................................................52
/ / Using the Macro/Snapshot/Infinity Modes .............55
Digital Zoom ........................................................................... 57
Continuous Mode .............................................................. 59
Self-Timer .......................................................................... 60
Stitch Assist Mode .................................................................62
Movie Mode ........................................................................... 65
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Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects 67
Program AE ........................................................................... 67
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture ............... 69
Using the Focus Lock ............................................................71
Switching Between Autofocus Modes ...................................73
Switching Between Light Metering Modes ............................74
Adjusting the Exposure .....................................................75
Setting the White Balance............................................... 76
Switching Between Photo Effect Modes ............................... 78
Changing the ISO Speed ...................................................... 79
Resetting the File Number ..................................................... 80
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode......................... 82
Replaying 86
Displaying Images Individually .............................................. 86
Magnifying Images ...........................................................87
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index View) ..................88
Viewing Movies ......................................................................90
Rotating Images in the Display ............................................. 92
Auto Play ................................................................................ 93
Protecting Images .................................................................. 94
Erasing 96
Erasing Images Individually ................................................... 96
Erasing All Images ................................................................. 97
Formatting a CF Card ............................................................98
Printing 100
About Printing ...................................................................... 100
Selecting from the Print Order Menu ..................................102
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ...................................104
Printing .................................................................................107
Print Settings (Direct Print Function) .................................. 109
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DPOF Print Settings ............................................................ 114
Printing with DPOF Print Settings .......................................119
Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)
Selecting Images for Transferring ........................................ 122
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Viewing Images on a TV Set 124
Downloading Images to a Computer 126
Downloading Directly from a CF Card ................................ 126
Connecting the Camera to a Computer
Via the USB Cable ............................................................ 128
List of Menu Options and Messages 130
Rec. Menu ............................................................................ 130
Replay Menu ........................................................................135
Resetting the Settings to Default......................................... 137
List of Messages ..................................................................138
Appendices 142
Replacing the Date Battery ................................................. 142
Using the Optional Battery Kits ........................................... 144
Using the Optional Lenses and Lens Adapter .................... 148
Camera Care and Maintenance ..........................................154
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 155
Specifications 161
Index 170
Canon Customer Support 174
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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. Please note
that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and distributors of its
digital cameras are not liable for any consequential damages
arising from any malfunction 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
This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a
problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey
it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty
claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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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.
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 the 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 a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
¡Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the
camera away from children. Seek medical assistance
immediately if a child swallows a battery.
¡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 authorized by your
camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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¡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 consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
¡Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is
damaged. 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.
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 substances enter the interior,
immediately turn the camera’s power off 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.
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¡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 accessories.
¡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, or clothing, that comes into contact with
the inner contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact
these substances, immediately flush with water and seek
medical assistance.
¡Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that
could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury.
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¡Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects,
such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns 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 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.
¡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.
¡Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold
wide converter, tele-converter, close-up lens and conversion
lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass
shards may cause an injury. Never aim the lenses at the sun or
strong light sources. There is a risk of damage to eyesight.
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CAUTIONS
¡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 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 could 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 burns.
¡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 Related Problems
Moving the equipment rapidly 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
letting 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 battery from the camera or battery charger and store the
equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended
periods with batteries installed will run down the battery and may
damage the camera.
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Quick Start
Install the batteries
1
(p. 18).
Slide the battery cover lock,
then open the cover and
insert the batteries.
¡For important information about batteries, see “Proper
Battery Handling” (p. 19).
Install the CF card (p. 22).
2
Open the CF card slot cover
and insert a CF card.
Press the ON/OFF button to turn the
3
camera on (p. 30).
Hold the ON/OFF button down until the indicator next
to the viewfinder starts flashing green.
¡If the LCD monitor displays
the Set Date/Time menu, set
the date and time (p. 25).
¡For information about how to
change the language, see
“Setting the Language”
(p. 27).
Indicator
Turn the mode dial to
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(Auto) (p. 46).
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Set the focus (p. 38).
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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.
Shoot the image
6
5, 6
(p. 38).
Press the shutter button all
the way down. The camera
beeps once to indicate that
it has taken the shot.
View the recorded image.
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The recorded image
displays on the LCD monitor
for approximately 2 seconds
(p. 48).
For information about how to
view other images that you
have already taken, see “Replaying” (p. 86).
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To Immediately Erase the Displayed Image
1 Press the button while the image
is displayed.
2 Confirm that [Erase] is selected and
press the SET button.
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Components Guide
Shutter Button (p. 38)
Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 37)
Microphone (PowerShot A40 only)
AF-assist Beam (p. 39)
Red-Eye Reduction Lamp
(p. 52)
Self-Timer Lamp (p. 60)
Flash (p. 52)
Terminal Cover
Lens
Ring Release Button
DIGITAL Terminal*
A/V OUT (Audio/Video Out)
Terminal (PowerShot A40)
VIDEO OUT Terminal
(PowerShot A30)
(p. 124)
DC IN Terminal (p. 146)
* If connecting to your computer, use the dedicated USB cable included
with the camera (pp. 104, 128). If connecting to a printer, use the
direct interface cable DIF-100 included with the printer. (For a list of
printers that work with this camera, please refer to the System Map.)
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LCD Monitor* (p. 32)
Viewfinder (p. 37)
ON/OFF Button
(p. 30)
MENU (Menu) Button (p. 41)
(Macro)/ (Snapshot)/ (Infinity)/ (Right)/
AF Lock Button (p. 55)
(Continuous)/ (Self-Timer)/ (Left)Button
(pp. 59, 60)
(Flash)/SET (Set) Button (p. 52)
CF Card Slot Cover (p. 22)
Strap Eyelet (p. 29)
Date Battery Holder
(p. 142)
Battery Cover
(p. 18)
Battery Cover Lock (p. 18)
Tripod Socket
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* The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic sheet for protection
against scratches during shipment. Remove it before using the
camera.
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(Exposure)/ (White Balance)/
(Photo Effects)/ (Single Image Erase)
Button (pp. 75, 76, 78, 96)
DISPLAY (Display) Button (p. 32)
Zoom Button
(pp. 40, 57, 87, 88)
Mode Dial (p. 17)
Indicators
The upper indicator comes on when you turn on the
power and whenever you press the shutter button.
Upper Indicator
Green: Ready to shoot, or ready to communicate with your
computer.
Flashing Green: Camera is busy processing (starting up;
accessing the CF card, or transmitting data to your
computer).
Orange: Ready to shoot, using the flash.
Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot, but shutter speed is slow (This
warns you that the picture may come out blurred.).
Lower Indicator
Yellow: Macro/Snapshot/Infinity modes
Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty (Although you can press the
shutter button, it is recommended to use the focus lock to
shoot (p. 71))
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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. 46).
(Program AE)
You can manually adjust the exposure,
white balance, and other settings before
shooting (p. 67).
(Manual)
You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to
achieve a particular effect (p. 69).
(Stitch Assist)
Use this mode when taking shots that you want to stitch
into a panorama (p. 62).
(Movie)
Use this mode to shoot movies (p. 65).
(Replay)
¡Replay or delete images from the CF card (pp. 86, 96).
¡Download and display images at your computer (p. 126).
¡Print images directly to a connected printer (p. 104).
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Preparing the Camera
Installing the Battery Pack
The camera uses four AA-size alkaline batteries supplied
with the camera. You may use optional nickel metal
hydride (NiMH) batteries.
Be sure that the camera power is off.
1
Slide the battery cover lock, and push the
2
battery cover slightly forward. Then open
the cover.
Insert the batteries as shown.
3
Positive end (+)
Negative end (−)
Close the battery cover.
4
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¡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.
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¡We recommend that you use the optional AC Adapter
Kit ACK600 to power the camera during long usage
sessions (p. 146).
¡The optional battery charger kit lets you use recharge-
able NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 144).
¡For important information, see “Battery Performance”
(p. 164).
¡For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and
AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the System
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Map (separate from this guide).
Proper Battery Handling
¡Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries only.
For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH
batteries, see “Using the Optional Battery Kits” (p. 144).
¡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 (a fourpiece set).
¡While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries,
performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.
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¡Never mix unused and partially used batteries. Always
load four fresh (or fully recharged) batteries at the same
time.
¡Never mix batteries of different types or from different
manufacturers. All four 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
considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or
reduced usage time.
¡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.
¡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 place.
Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed
during prolonged periods of non-use.
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 loading them, as
some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use
batteries with defective seals.
Never use batteries that look like this.
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Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical
insulation sheath) peeled off.
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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.
Battery Status Indications
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.
If the LCD monitor is off, this icon will appear
when you press any of the following buttons: ,
/ , / / , DISPLAY, / or MENU.
Change the
batteries
Batteries are fully depleted and the camera can
no longer operate. You should replace the
batteries immediately.
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Installing a CF Card
Installing a CF Card
Be sure that the camera is turned off.
1
Slide the CF card slot cover in the
2
direction of the arrow, and open it.
2
1
Insert the CF card into the slot, in the
3
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.
Arrow mark
Card label
CF card Eject Button
¡To remove the CF card, press the CF card eject button.
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Close the CF card slot cover securely.
4
¡When the indicator on the left side of the viewfinder
flashes green, the camera is writing, reading, erasing or
transmitting an image to or from the card. Do not
perform the following, for image data may be lost or
corrupted:
- Do not shake the camera.
- Do not turn off the power or open the CF card slot
cover.
¡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.
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Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)” (p. 165).
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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. To avoid condensation, place the CF card in a
sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature
zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature. If
condensation forms on the CF card, store it at room
temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.
¡Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of location.
- Locations subject to dust or sand
- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures
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Setting the Date/Time
The Set Date/Time menu will appear when the camera is
first turned on or the date battery has run down. Replace
the date battery, then reset the date and time starting
from step 6 below.
Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the
1
camera (p. 30).
Turn the mode dial to , , , or .
2
Press the MENU button.
3
The [Rec. Menu] will display.
Display on the
PowerShot A40
Press or button to select , and
4
then press the SET button.
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Press or button to select , and
5
then press the SET button.
Set the date and time.
6
¡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.
The factory default for
the date format in
some regions may
differ from that shown.
Press the MENU button.
7
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Setting the Language
Use this feature to select the language for the LCD
monitor displays.
Turn the mode dial to , , , or .
1
Press the MENU button.
2
The [Rec. Menu] will display.
Display on the
PowerShot A40
Press or button to select , and
3
then press the SET button.
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Press or button to select , and
4
press the SET button.
Select the desired language.
5
¡Use and button to select a language.
The Language menu
may appear differently
on cameras in some
regions.
Press the SET button.
6
¡If you wish to cancel, press the MENU button instead.
Press the MENU button.
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Hint for Easy Operation
¡The Language menu can also be displayed in replay
mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the
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MENU button.
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Attaching the Strap
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¡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.
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Basic Functions
Turning the Power On
Press the ON/OFF button until the green
1
indicator begins flashing.
, , , and Modes
Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD
monitor for about 6 seconds.
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after approximately 1 minute.
mode
The LCD monitor displays an image.
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Power Save Function
When the camera’s power save function is turned on and
it activates, restore power by pressing the ON/OFF
button.
Shooting Mode
The power will automatically shut off approximately 3
minutes after the last function is accessed. Even if the
power save function is turned off, the LCD monitor will
shut off approximately 3 minutes after the last function is
accessed. Press any button other than the ON/OFF
button to restore the LCD monitor.
Replay Mode
The power will automatically shut off approximately 5
minutes after the last function is accessed.
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While Connected to a Printer
The power will automatically shut off approximately 5
minutes after the last camera function is accessed or
printer (sold separately) ceases to print an image.
While Connected to a Computer
A warning message will appear on the computer screen
approximately 5 minutes after the last function is
accessed. The power will automatically shut off approximately 1 minute later if no functions are accessed.
¡The power save function will not activate while the
camera is in auto play mode (p. 93).
¡The camera’s settings can be changed to turn off the
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power save function (p. 133).
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Using the LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while
shooting, adjust settings menus and replay images.
¡The image in the LCD monitor may darken when the
monitor is used under sunlight or other strong lighting.
This is not a defect.
, and Modes
¡Pressing the DISPLAY button cycles the LCD monitor to the
next mode each time the button is pressed.
Standard
(No Information)
Off
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¡The on/off setting of the LCD monitor display mode is
memorized when the camera is turned off. When the
camera is turned on again it assumes the last mode.
However, when the LCD monitor is turned on and the
“Change the Battery Pack” message appears, the LCD
monitor may not automatically turn on the next time the
camera is started.
¡When the LCD monitor is set to Standard or Off,
shooting information appears for approximately 6
seconds when you take any of the following actions.
- The power is turned on.
- The , / , or / / button is pressed.
- The camera settings are changed.
- The Setup menu is closed.
¡Setting the mode dial to or modes turns the LCD
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monitor on regardless of whether it is set to on or off.
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Detailed
(Information View)
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¡Set the flash to on or affix the camera to a tripod when
the upper indicator flashes orange and the camera
shake warning icon ( ) appears in the LCD monitor
after the metering preparations are complete.
Mode
¡The LCD monitor always comes on when you turn the
mode dial to .
¡You can use the DISPLAY button to switch the amount
of information shown on the display.
Single Image Replay
DetailedStandard
No display
Index Replay (9 images)
Standard No display
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Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor displays information in Shooting or
Replaying mode, such as the camera settings, remaining
image capacity and shooting date / time.
, , , , Modes
The following displays in information view.
AF Frame
Spot AE Point Frame (In
Shutter Speed
Aperture Setting
Recordable Images or
Recordable Movie Time (sec.)
Shooting Mode p. 17
-2 ⋅⋅⋅ ±0 ⋅⋅⋅ +2 Exposure Compensation p. 75
White Balance p. 76
Photo Effect p. 78
Compression p. 50
L M S Resolution p. 50
ISO 50 100 200 400 ISO Speed p. 79
Focus Lock p. 71
Flash p. 52
Shooting Method
Macro / Snapshot / Infinity p. 55
2 (red) Movie Recording Mode p. 65
(PowerShot A40)
×3.8 ×4.7 ×6.0 ×7.5
(PowerShot A30)
×3.8 ×4.8 ×6.0
Digital Zoom Setting* p. 57
Camera Shake Warning p. 33
Low Battery p. 21
Mode)
pp. 59/60
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¡The icons in the shaded boxes above appear even when the
information view is turned off.
¡In addition to the above, the AF frame, spot light metering
frame ( mode), shutter speed, aperture setting (M mode),
recordable images or recordable movie time (sec.) are
displayed as in the example to the left.
* Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects.
These figures appear when the digital zoom is activated.
Mode
In simple display mode, the following information appears.
File Number
Image Number and Total
(Display Image/Total)
Shooting Date / Time
Compression p. 50
L M S Resolution (Still images) p. 50
Sound annotation (wav file) p. 66
Movie p. 90
Protection Status p. 94
In detailed display mode, the following information also appears.
Shutter Speed
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Aperture Setting
Recorded Movie Time
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Shooting Mode p. 17
-2 ⋅⋅⋅ ±0 ⋅⋅⋅ +2 Exposure Compensation p. 75
White Balance p. 76
Photo Effect p. 78
ISO 50 100 200 400 ISO Speed p. 79
Flash p. 52
Macro / Snapshot / Infinity p. 55
Light Metering Method p. 74
Resolution (Movies) p. 50
¡In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture setting
and recorded movie time are displayed as in the example on
the previous page.
The following information may also appear with some
image files.
An audio file other than a wav file, or a file with an
unrecognized format, is attached.
A JPEG file not supported by “Design rule for Camera File
system” (DCF) standards.
RAW format file
A file with an unrecognized format.
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¡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
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display correctly on this camera.
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Using the Viewfinder to Shoot
Save power by shooting with the viewfinder.
Align the square brackets (autofocus
1
metering field) inside the viewfinder on the
primary subject to compose the image.
¡The viewfinder has a field of vision of approximately 80%
of the actual shooting image.
Viewfinder
AF brackets
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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.
Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image
¡Please note that the actual image may differ from the
image seen in the optical viewfinder due to the physical
separation between the viewfinder and lens. This is
called the parallax phenomenon and is more noticeable
the closer the subject is to the lens. In some cases,
portions of images shot up close that appear in the
viewfinder will not appear in the recorded image. You
are recommended to use the LCD monitor to shoot
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images up close.
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Pressing the Shutter Button
The shutter button features a two-stage action.
Pressing Halfway
Pressing halfway automatically sets the
exposure, focus and white balance.
The indicators shine or flash as follows.
Upper Indicator
Green: Metering complete (two beeps
¡
sound)
¡ Orange: Flash will fire
¡ Flashing Orange: Camera shake
warning / Insufficient exposure
Lower Indicator
Yellow: Macro / Snapshot / Infinity
¡
¡ Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty*
(single beep sounds)
* When the indicator flashes yellow, lock
the focus before shooting (p. 71).
The AF frame appears as follows when
the LCD monitor is on.
¡Green: Metering complete
¡Yellow: Focusing difficulty (When AiAF is
turned on (p. 73))
Pressing Fully
Pressing fully releases the shutter.
¡You will hear the shutter sound when
the shot is complete. Do not move the
camera until you hear this sound.
¡The upper indicator flashes green
while the image is recording onto the
CF card.
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AF-Assist Beam
¡The AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when the
shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in
certain conditions, i.e. dark conditions.
¡The AF-assist beam can be turned off (p. 132).
If animals are your subject, turn off the beam when
shooting in the dark to avoid startling them (this may
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however, make it more difficult for the camera to focus).
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Using the Zoom (Focal Length)
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.
Digital Zoom
When the LCD monitor is on, you can digitally zoom in on a
subject with the zoom button. Images can be zoomed up to
7.5 times (PowerShot A40), or 6 times (PowerShot A30),
which combines the effect of the optical zoom (p. 57).
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image is digitally zoomed.
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¡Digital zoom is unavailable in some modes (p. 82).
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Selecting Menus and Settings
Use the menus as shown below to operate the various
shooting and replaying settings.
For information on menu items and settings, see “Menu
Settings and Default Settings” (p. 44).
Press the MENU button.
1
The menu appears.
, , , , and modes mode
Press the or button to select a
2
menu item and press the SET button.
¡The remainder of this procedure explains how to use the
Rec. menu. The procedure for using the Replay menu
differs depending on the item you select. (p. 42, 102)
Press the or button to select a
3
setting and press the SET button.
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Press the MENU button.
4
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Selecting Menus and Settings, cont’d
Rec. Menu ( , , , , Modes)
s ➔
Available items differ by mode
Replay Menu ( mode)
s ➔
* For information on (print settings)
➔ “Selecting from the Print Order Menu” (p. 102)
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: Turns the menu on/off
: Selects items and settings
: Sets items and settings
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(Protect), (Rotate)
(Erase all), (Transfer)
(Auto Play)
(Auto Play starts)
➔
(Operation complete)
➔
(Operation complete)
(Images erased),
(Image marked for
s
transferring)
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Menu Settings and Default Settings
This chart shows the options for each menu and the
default settings.
Rec.Menu
Menu Item Available Settings
Resolution S 640 x 480
(Still picture) L 1280 x 960*
Resolution (Movie) 320x240* / 160x120 p. 50
Compression
Light Metering
ISO Speed 50 / 100 / 200 / 400 / AUTO p. 79
AiAF On* / Off p. 73
Digital Zoom On / Off* p. 57
Self Timer 10 sec.* / 2 sec. p. 60
Review Off / 2 sec.* / 10 sec. p. 49
AF-assist Beam On* / Off p. 132
File No. Reset On / Off* p. 80
Set up
PowerShot A40 M 1024 x 768
PowerShot A30 M 1024 x 768
Auto Power Down
Date / Time Sets the date and time p. 25
Video System
Beep On* / Off p. 132
Format Formats the CF card p. 98
Language English* / Deutsch / Français /
L 1600 x 1200*
S 640 x 480
(Superfine) / (Fine*) /
(Normal)
Evaluative Metering* /
Spot AE point Metering
On* / Off p. 133
NTSC / PAL p. 134
Nederlands / Dansk / Suomi /
Italiano / Norsk / Svenska / p. 27
Español / Japanese or Chinese
(depending on the region)
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Reference
Pages
p. 50
p. 50
p. 74
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Play Menu
Menu Item Available Settings
Protect Turns image protection on and off p. 94
Rotate Rotates the image in the display p. 92
Erase all Erases all images on the CF card p. 97
Auto Play
Print Order Sets the print settings p. 102
Transfer Order Sets the transfer settings p. 122
* Default values. Default languages and video system settings vary
between regions.
• Some menu items are not available in certain shooting modes.
• The ISO default setting depends on the shooting mode.
• The default of all the settings changed by the menu and button
operations except for [Date/Time], [Video System] and [Language]
can be restored all at once (p. 137).
Replays selected images in a slide show
Reference
Pages
p. 93
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Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings
Auto Mode
In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button
and let the camera do everything else.
Aim the camera at the subject.
1
Use the zoom lever to achieve the desired
2
composition (relative subject size in the
viewfinder).
Press the shutter button halfway (p. 38).
3
¡Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished
metering, and the indicator beside the viewfinder will
shine green or orange. If the LCD monitor is on, the AF
frame will appear green.
¡The yellow indicator will flash and the beep will sound
one time if the subject is difficult to focus on.
AF Frame
Press the shutter button all the way (p. 38).
4
You will hear the sound of the shutter when the
shutter activates.
¡The picture appears for two seconds on the LCD monitor,
if it is on.
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¡For information on the settings you can change, see
“Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode” (p. 82).
¡With the Review function, you can change the length of
time images show on the LCD monitor after shooting,
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or set it so they do not show at all (p. 49).
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Reviewing an Image Right
After Shooting
After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD
monitor for two seconds (To change, see “Changing the
Image Display Duration” (p. 49)). There are two ways to
display the image for longer.
¡ Keeping the Shutter Button Pressed
¡ Press the SET button while the image is
displayed in the LCD monitor.
¡Press the shutter button halfway again to stop
displaying it.
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¡You can perform the following while images are
displayed.
– Erasing Images Individually (p. 96)
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– Magnifying Images (p. 87)
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Changing the Image Display Duration
The length of time images are displayed after a photo has
been taken can be changed from 2 seconds to 10
seconds or turned off.
In the [Rec.] menu, select [Review] and
1
press the SET button.
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Select a Review setting with the /
2
buttons and press the SET button.
¡With the [Off] option, the image will not automatically
display.
¡With the [2 sec.] or [10 sec.] options, the image will
appear for the time selected.
¡You can continue to display the image as long as the
shutter button is fully held pressed regardless of the
Review setting.
¡Another picture can be taken even while the last is
displayed.
Shooting
Press the Menu button.
3
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Changing the Resolution
and Compression
You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suit the purpose of the image you
are about to shoot. The resolution gets higher in the order
S (Small), M (Medium), and L (Large). Use a higher
resolution if you wish to make a large print. Conversely,
use a lower resolution if you wish to print on small
objects, such as labels, to send images electronically, or
to fit more images on a CF card.
The compression gets higher in the order
(Fine) and (Normal). Select (Superfine) for a higher
quality image, or
(Normal) if you wish to fit more images
on a CF card. The (Fine) setting provides adequate
quality for standard shots.
Resolution (excluding )
PowerShot A40 PowerShot A30
(Large) 1600 × 1200 pixels 1280 × 960 pixels
(Medium) 1024 × 768 pixels 1024 × 768 pixels
(Small) 640 × 480 pixels 640 × 480 pixels
Resolution ( ) Compression (excluding )
320 × 240 pixels Superfine
160 × 120 pixels Fine
¡ Common to PowerShot A40 and PowerShot A30
(Superfine),
Normal
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In the [Rec.] menu, select (Resolution)
1
or
(Compression), and press the SET
button.
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Press or button as necessary to
2
adjust the setting and press the SET
button.
(Resolution) (Compression)
Display on the PowerShot A40
Press the MENU button.
3
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¡For more information, see “Functions Available in Each
Shooting Mode” (p. 82).
¡For information on necessary space per image
(approximate), types of CF cards and the number of
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images per card see, “Specifications” (p. 165).
Shooting
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Using the Flash
Auto
Red-Eye
Reduction,
Auto
On
Off
Red-eye
reduction,
Flash on
SlowSynchro
The flash fires automatically as required by the
light level.
The flash may fire automatically as required by
the light level. The red-eye reduction lamp fires
with each shot.
The flash will fire.
The flash will not fire.
The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash
always fire.
The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter
speeds. This reduces the chance that the
background will be dark when shots are taken
at night or in rooms with artificial lighting. The
red-eye reduction lamp fires with each shot.
Use of a tripod is recommended.
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Press the button as necessary to select
1
the desired flash mode.
䡬䡬ⴑⴑⴑ
䡬* 䡬* ⴑⴑⴑ
ⴑ䡬 䡬 J ⴑ
䡬䡬䡬* 䡬* 䡬*
ⴑⴑ䡬ⴑⴑ
ⴑ䡬 ⴑJ ⴑ
* :Default
嘷 :Available
J :Available, but cannot be changed after taking the first shot
ⴑ :Not available
Shoot the image.
2
¡The flash can be fired when the upper indicator glows a
steady orange.
¡When shooting with a high ISO sensitivitiy and using
the built-in flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the closer you are to the subject.
¡Please note that a slow shutter speed will be selected
in dark places when the flash is set to off or slowsynchro. Be careful to avoid camera blur under these
conditions.
– Shooting in Mode
Be careful to hold the camera still to avoid camera
Shake.
– Shooting in (when ISO Speed is set to AUTO) or
Mode
Fix the camera to a tripod to shoot in the or
mode since the shutter speed will be slower than in
the mode. If an image is dark in mode,
reshooting it in mode will make it brighter.
Shooting
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¡The flash may take approximately 10 seconds to
charge. Recharging time may vary with the state of the
battery charge.
¡In mode, the flash fires at full intensity (but less than
full intensity when in macro mode). The flash intensity
is automatically adjusted except in mode.
¡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.
Red-Eye Reduction
¡Light reflecting back from eyes can make them appear
red when the flash is used in dark areas. Under these
conditions, use the red-eye reduction mode*. 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 the wide-angle position,
increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching
closer to the subject.
* The shutter will not activate for approximately 1 second after
the red-eye reduction lamp fires in order to improve the
effect. If you wish a more immediate shutter response, set
the flash setting to any setting other than the red-eye
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/ / Using the Macro/Snapshot/
Infinity Modes
Use this mode to record subjects in the range
Macro
Mode
Snapshot
Mode
Infinity
Mode
Press the / / button as necessary so
1
that
嘷 : Available
– :Not available
J :Available, but cannot be changed after taking the first shot
Shoot the image.
2
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 subjects in the range
of 1.5 to 2.5 m (4.9 to 8.2 ft.).
Use this mode to record landscapes and
distant objects. It can also be used for
compositions combining both near and distant
objects.
, or appears.
嘷嘷嘷J 嘷
– 嘷嘷 J 嘷
– 嘷嘷 J 嘷
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¡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 offcenter.
¡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.).
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¡When the lens is zoomed out to the maximum wide-
angle position, the recordable area is approximately
162 × 120 mm (6.4 in. × 4.7 in.) at the closest focal
distance, and at maximum telephoto, it is approximately
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92 × 69 mm (3.6 in. × 2.7 in.).
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Digital Zoom
When the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed with
the combined optical and digital zoom functions as follows
(figures are approximate).
PowerShot A40: 3.8 times, 4.7 times, 6.0 times, and 7.5 times
PowerShot A30: 3.8 times, 4.8 times, and 6.0 times
In the [Rec.] menu, select (Digital
1
Zoom) and press the SET button.
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Press the or button to select [On]
2
and press the SET button.
Press the MENU button.
3
Press the button.
4
¡The lens will zoom to the maximum optical telephoto
setting and stop. Press the button again to further
zoom the image digitally.
¡To zoom back out, press the button.
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Shoot the image.
5
×3.8
The combined magnifications of the
optical zoom and digital zoom are
displayed.
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¡Digital zoom is unavailable in some modes (p. 82).
¡Images become coarser the more they are digitally
zoomed.
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Continuous Mode
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).
* The figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon.
Actual figures may vary according to the subject and shooting
conditions.
Press the / button as necessary so
1
that the
Shoot the image.
2
appears on the LCD monitor.
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¡If internal memory becomes full, the interval between
shots may lengthen slightly.
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Self-Timer
Press the / button as necessary so
1
that the
Shoot the image.
2
¡The self-timer starts and the self-timer lamp flashes
when you press the shutter button down all the way.
Changing the self-timer countdown time
In the [Rec.] menu, select [Self-timer]
1
and press the SET button.
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
appears on the LCD monitor.
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Select [ (10 sec.)] or [ (2 sec.)] with
2
the
button.
¡When [ (10 sec.)] is selected, the self-timer sounds
¡When [ (2 sec.)] is selected, the self-timer sounds at
Press the MENU button.
3
/ buttons and press the SET
and the flashing gets faster 2 seconds before the shutter
activates.
the same time the shutter button is pressed. The shutter
activates in 2 seconds.
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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.
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Framing a Subject
The PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions
of adjoining images and merges them. When shooting, try
to include a distinctive item (landmark) in the overlapping
portions.
PhotoStitch software that came with your camera.
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¡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 results, pan (swivel) the camera to take
successive shots.
¡To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject,
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keeping it parallel as you move.
Shooting
Press the or button to select the
1
sequence direction, and then press the
SET button.
: Left to right horizontally.
: Right to left horizontally.
¡You can take the first shot immediately by pressing the
shutter button instead of the SET button.
Shooting
Take the first shot.
2
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Compose the next shot, taking care to
3
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.
Take additional shots for the panorama in
4
the same way.
¡You can take as many as 26 images.
After taking the final image, press the SET
5
button.
¡For information on the settings you can change, see
“Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode” (p. 82).
¡The settings in place for the first image are locked in
and cannot be changed for subsequent shots.
¡It is not possible to display the images that appear on
the LCD monitor on a TV monitor when shooting in
Stitch Assist mode.
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Movie Mode
The resolution can be set to 320 x 240 pixels (default
setting) or 160 x 120 pixels in [Resolution] of the Rec.
menu (p. 50).
Press the shutter button all the way.
1
Shooting starts. With the PowerShot A40, sound
recording also starts simultaneously.
¡During shooting the recording time (in seconds) and a
red circle appears in the LCD monitor.
Press the shutter button all the way to
2
stop recording the movie.
¡The maximum length of individual movie clips
(approximately 20 frames/second) is about 10 seconds*
at the (320 × 240) setting and about 30 seconds* at the
(160 × 120) setting. The clip will end automatically after
this time elapses or when the CF card becomes full.
* The data reflects standard Canon testing conditions. The
actual figures will vary according to the shooting objects and
conditions.
¡Be careful not to touch the microphone while shooting
(PowerShot A40 only).
¡The exposure, focus, white balance and zoom settings
are set and locked to the settings of the first frame.
¡If the indicator on the left side of the viewfinder flashes
green after a shot, this indicates that the movie is being
written to the CF card. You cannot shoot again until it
stops flashing.
¡For information on the settings you can change, see
“Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 82).
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¡Sound is recorded monaurally (PowerShot A40 only).
¡There is no shutter sound in movie mode.
¡QuickTime 3.0 or higher is required to replay movie
files (AVI / Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime 5.0
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Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects
Program AE
Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture settings to match
the brightness of the scene. Some settings such as
exposure compensation and white balance can be set
manually.
Shoot the image.
1
Shooting
¡The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in
the recorded image increases at slow shutter speeds.
This camera, however, applies special processing to
images shot at shutter speeds slower than 1.3 seconds
to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality
images. Nevertheless, a certain amount of processing
time may be required before the next image can be shot.
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Differences and Similarities between the and
Modes.
¡Both modes automatically select the shutter speed and
aperture settings.
¡The following settings can be adjusted in mode, but
not in mode.
¡ Exposure Compensation
¡ White Balance
¡ Flash (Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On, Slow-Synchro)
¡ Continuous Mode
¡ Snapshot/Infinity
¡ Photo Effects
¡ ISO Speed
¡ Change of Light Metering Method
¡ Focus Lock
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¡ Change of AF frame (Center only)
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Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture
You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to
achieve a particular effect. This is convenient for shooting
fireworks and other images where it is difficult to set the
correct exposure automatically.
Press the / button once.
1
The Exposure menu appears.
Select the shutter speed with the /
2
buttons.
Select an aperture setting with the
3
DISPLAY button.
Shoot the image.
4
Shooting
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¡For information about noise reduction, see “Program
AE” (p. 67).
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Shutter Speed Display
The numbers in the table below indicate the shutter speed
in seconds. For slower speeds, quote marks indicate the
decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second and 2"
indicates 2 seconds.
1/1500 1/1250 1/1000 1/800 1/640 1/500 1/400 1/320
1/250 1/200 1/160 1/125 1/100 1/80 1/60 1/50 1/40
1/30 1/25 1/20 1/15 1/13 1/10 1/8 1/6 1/5 1/4
0”3 0”4 0”5 0”6 0”8 1” 1”3 1”6 2” 2”5 3”2 4” 5” 6”
8” 10” 13” 15”
Aperture Setting Display
¡At any given zoom setting, only two aperture settings,
from F2.8 to F14, are available.
¡Available aperture settings depend on the zoom setting.
Select from the settings that appear on the LCD
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Using the Focus Lock
The following types of subject may not be suited to
autofocus photography. Use the focus lock in these
situations.
¡ Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings
¡ Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the
composition
¡ Subjects that are moving quickly
¡ Subjects through glass
Try to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce the
chances of light reflecting back off the glass.
Focus Lock Method 1
Aim the camera so that a subject at the
1
same focal distance as the main subject is
centered in the brackets in the optical
viewfinder or LCD monitor.
Press and hold the shutter button halfway,
2
and wait until the camera beeps twice.
Without releasing your finger, re-aim the
camera to compose the shot as desired
and press the shutter button all the way.
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Focus Lock Method 2
Press the DISPLAY button to turn on the
1
LCD monitor.
Aim the camera so that a subject at the
2
same distance as the main subject is
centered in the selected AF frame.
Press and hold the shutter button halfway
3
to lock focus, and wait until the camera
beeps twice. Without releasing your finger,
press the
appears in the LCD monitor.
Recompose the image and press the
4
/ / button.
shutter button all the way to shoot the
image.
Cancelling Focus Lock
¡To cancel focus lock, press the / / button, the
DISPLAY button or the zoom button.
¡Focus lock can also be cancelled by changing the
position of the mode dial.
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¡Method 2 is convenient because you can let go of the
shutter button to recompose the image. Also, the focus
remains locked after shooting, allowing you to shoot
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Switching Between Autofocus Modes
You can change the auto focus frame (AF frame) selection
method. The AF frame will appear when the LCD monitor
is turned on (p. 38).
On
(Auto Selection)
OFF one is selected to focus. This is
(Center) convenient for making sure the
indicates the AF frame which appears on the monitor
In the [Rec.] menu, select (AiAF).
1
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Select [On] or [Off].
2
Press the MENU button.
3
¡You can immediately shoot the image using the selected
AF frame by pressing the shutter button instead of
pressing the MENU button.
The camera automatically selects
the AF frame to focus according
to the shooting conditions.
Of three AF frames, the middle
focus is exactly where you want it.
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Switching Between Light Metering Modes
You can switch between metering modes to shoot.
Appropriate for standard shooting
conditions, including backlit scenes. The
camera divides images into several zones
Evaluative
Light Metering
Spot AE Point
In the [Rec.] Menu, select (Light
1
Metering).
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Select [Evaluative] or [Spot AE Point].
2
¡If you have selected [Spot AE Point], the spot AE point
frame will appear in the center of the LCD monitor.
for light metering. The camera evaluates
the complex lighting conditions, such as
the position of the subject, the brightness,
the background, the direct light, and the
backlighting, and adjusts the settings to
the correct exposure for the main subject.
Meters the area within the spot AE point
frame at the center of the LCD monitor.
Use this setting when you want to set the
exposure on the subject in the center of
the monitor.
Spot AE Point Frame
Press the MENU button.
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Adjusting the Exposure
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.
Press the / button once.
1
Adjust the compensation.
2
¡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 by pressing the
shutter button. The menu will reappear after the shot,
allowing you to adjust the setting.
Press the SET button.
3
¡If you wish to turn compensation off, repeat this
procedure and set the compensation value to [0].
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Setting the White Balance
When the white balance mode is set to match the light
source, the camera can reproduce colors more accurately.
Set the white balance mode to a natural or artificial light
setting according to the circumstances.
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Tungsten
Fluorescent
Fluorescent H
Press the / button one or more times.
1
The camera sets the white balance automatically
according to shooting conditions.
Use when shooting outdoors in sunlight on a
clear day.
Use when shooting outdoors and the sunlight is
not enough such as under cloudy skies, in shade
or at dusk.
For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3wavelength fluorescent lighting.
For recording under warm-white, cool-white or
warm-white (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
For recording under daylight fluorescent, or
daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength
fluorescent lighting.
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Select the white balance.
2
¡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 by pressing the shutter
button. The menu will reappear after the shot, allowing
you to adjust the setting.
Press the SET button.
3
Shooting
¡The white balance cannot be set when (sepia) or
(B/W) photo effect is selected.
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Switching Between Photo Effect Modes
Effect Records with no photo effect.
Off
Vivid
Neutral
Low
Sharpening
Sepia Records in sepia tones.
B/W Records in black and white.
Press the button one or more times.
1
Select a photo effect.
2
¡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 by pressing the
shutter button. The menu will reappear after the shot,
allowing you to adjust the setting.
Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to
record in bold color.
Tones down the contrast and color saturation to
record neutral hues.
Records subjects with softened outlines.
Press the SET button.
3
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Changing the ISO Speed
Change the ISO speed when shooting in dark places or
when you want to shoot with a faster shutter speed.
In the [Rec.] menu, select (ISO Speed).
1
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Select an ISO speed.
2
Press the MENU button.
3
¡The ISO [AUTO] setting is available only in mode.
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¡Higher ISO speeds increase the image noise. To take
clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible.
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Resetting the File Number
You can use this feature to select whether the camera
resets the file number each time you insert a new CF
card.
The camera resets the file number to 100-0001 each
time you insert a new (unused) CF card. If you insert a
On
card that already contains some images, numbering
resumes from the next available number.
The camera remembers the last file number, and starts
numbering from the next number when you insert a new
Off
CF card.
In the [Rec.] menu, select (File No. Reset).
1
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Select [On] or [Off].
2
Press the MENU button.
3
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¡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 file names over the
range 0001 to 9900. The camera stores these files into
folders, which are assigned folder numbers from 100 to
998 (except that numbers ending in 99 are not used).
¡In most cases the camera stores exactly 100 files into
each folder. Because the camera cannot switch to a
new folder when taking shots in or mode,
however, some folders may have more than 100
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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 Auto Program
Large 䡬* 䡬*
Medium 䡬䡬
Resolution Small 䡬䡬
movie ⴑⴑ
movie ⴑⴑ
SuperFine 䡬䡬
Compression Fine 䡬* 䡬*
Normal 䡬䡬
Auto 䡬䡬
Red-eye reduction, Auto
Flash On ⴑ䡬
Off 䡬䡬
Red-eye reduction, On
Slow-Synchro ⴑ䡬
Macro Mode 䡬䡬
Snapshot Mode ⴑ䡬
Infinity Mode ⴑ䡬
Focus Lock ⴑ䡬
䡬* 䡬*
ⴑⴑ
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* : Default, : Available, : Available, but cannot be changed
after taking the first shot, – : Not available
: Setting is retained even after power off.
(1) The ISO speed is automatically set between the equivalent of 50
and 150.
(2) [AUTO] cannot be selected.
Manual
䡬* J* ⴑ
䡬 J ⴑ
䡬 J ⴑ p. 50
ⴑⴑ䡬*
ⴑⴑ䡬
䡬 J ⴑ
䡬* J* ⴑ p. 50
䡬 J ⴑ
ⴑⴑⴑ
ⴑⴑⴑ
䡬 J ⴑ
䡬* J* 䡬
䡬ⴑⴑ
ⴑ J ⴑ
䡬 J 䡬
䡬 J 䡬 p. 55
䡬 J 䡬
䡬ⴑⴑp. 71
Stitch Assist
Movie
Reference page
Shooting
p. 52
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Function Auto Program
Shooting
Method
Auto Focus Frame ⴑ䡬
AF-assist Beam 䡬䡬
Light Evaluative Metering 䡬䡬*
Metering Spot Metering ⴑ䡬
Digital Zoom 䡬䡬
Exposure Compensation ⴑ䡬
White Balance ⴑ䡬
Photo Effect ⴑ䡬
ISO Speed ⴑ
Single 䡬* 䡬*
Continuous
Self-Timer
ⴑ䡬
䡬䡬
(1)
䡬
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Manual
䡬* J* 䡬*
䡬ⴑⴑ
䡬 J 䡬 p. 60
䡬ⴑⴑp. 73
䡬䡬䡬p. 132
ⴑ䡬䡬
ⴑⴑⴑ
䡬ⴑⴑp. 57
ⴑ J 䡬 p. 75
䡬 J 䡬 p. 76
䡬 J 䡬 p. 78
(2)
䡬
Stitch Assist
(1)
ⴑ
Movie
(1)
ⴑ
Reference page
p. 59
p. 74
p. 79
Shooting
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Replaying
Displaying Images Individually
Use this feature to view recorded images one at a time on
the LCD monitor (Single Image Replay).
Turn the mode dial to .
1
The LCD monitor displays the last recorded image.
Use and button to display
2
different images.
¡Hold down or button to cycle continuously.
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Magnifying Images
Press the button.
1
The image enlarges gradually by up to approximately
10 times.
Approximate Location
of the Magnified Area
¡When you hold down the SET button and press the
button, the image enlarges in the order: approximately
2.5 times ➞ approximately 5 times ➞ approximately 10
times.
¡To slide the magnified image left or right on the monitor,
press or 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.
Replaying, Erasing
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Viewing Images in Sets of Nine
(Index View)
View nine images at a time on the LCD monitor (Index
View). You can also jump by sets of nine to search for a
certain image conveniently.
Press the button twice.
1
Nine images appear at a time.
Press or button to change the
2
displayed images.
The previous or next set of nine images appears.
¡Hold the SET button and press the or button to
jump to the first or last set of nine images.
When the image you are searching for is
3
displayed among the nine, press the
button.
Selected image
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Press the or button to select the
4
image and press the
The selected image displays in Single Image Replay.
¡Hold the SET button and press the or button to
jump to the first or last image.
button.
Replaying, Erasing
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Viewing Movies
Press or button to display an
1
image shot in
¡A movie displays with the instruction on it.
Press the SET button.
2
The movie starts playing.
¡When a movie has finished playing, it will display the last
frame. If the SET button is pressed in this state, the
movie will start playing from the first frame.
Pausing and Resuming Play
¡Press the SET button to pause the movie.
Press it again to resume.
Fast Forwarding / Rewinding
¡Press or button to stop the movie and display
the previous or next image or movie.
(movie) mode.
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¡You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup
when replaying a movie on a computer with insufficient
system resources.
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¡You can hear the audio when a movie is played on a TV.
Adjust the volume on the TV set (PowerShot A40 only)
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(p. 124).
Replaying, Erasing
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Rotating Images in the Display
You can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the
LCD monitor.
0° (Original) 90° 270°
In the Replay menu, select (Rotate).
1
¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Press or button to select the
2
image you want to rotate and press the
SET button.
¡Press the SET button to rotate the image 90°, 270° and
back to original orientation.
Press the MENU button.
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¡Movie images cannot be rotated.
¡If an image has been rotated in the camera before
being loaded onto a computer, the particular software
in use will determine whether or not the rotation
settings are retained.
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Auto Play
Use this feature to automatically replay all of the images
in the CF card (Auto Play). The LCD monitor displays
each image for approximately 3 seconds.
In the Replay menu, select (Auto Play).
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¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Auto play starts.
¡As with the single image display mode, pressing the
or button during auto play will advance through the
images more rapidly.
Pausing and Resuming Auto Play
¡You can pause Auto Play at any time by pressing the
SET button. You can then restart it by pressing the SET
button again.
Stopping Auto Play
¡To stop Auto Play, press the MENU button.
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¡The display interval may vary for some images.
¡Movie images play for the length of time that they were
recorded.
¡The power save function is disabled during Auto Play
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(p. 30).
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Protecting Images
Use the protect feature to protect important images from
accidental erasure.
In the Replay menu, select (Protect).
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¡For information on using the menu, see “Selecting Menus
and Settings” (p. 41).
Press or button to select an
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image you wish to protect, and then press
the SET button to protect it.
Protected Icon
¡The icon appears on protected images.
¡To remove the protection, press the SET button again (in
protection mode).
¡You can make the selection of images easier by toggling
between single replay and Index replay with the
button.
Press the MENU button.
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¡Please note that even protected images are erased
when a CF card is reformatted (p. 98).
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Erasing
¡Remember that erased images cannot be recovered.
Be careful to avoid accidental erasures.
¡This function will not erase protected images (p. 94).
Erasing Images Individually
Press or button to select the
1
image you want to erase and press the
button.
Press or button to select [Erase]
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and press the SET button.
¡If you decide you don’t want to erase the image, select
[Cancel] instead of [Erase].
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