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Camera User Guide
This guide covers both the PowerShot A200 and PowerShot A100 digital cameras.
• Please read the "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
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Install the batteries and CF card
Open the CF card slot / battery cover and insert a
CF card and batteries.
(p. 19)
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Shoot the image (p. 34)
Press the shutter button all the way down. The
camera beeps once when the image is shot.
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
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the language, see “Setting the
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
twice when it is focused.
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View the image
The recorded image will be displayed for approxi-
mately 3 seconds (p. 35). Refer to [Replaying] sec-
tion (p. 59) for viewing other images already shot.
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To erase
Press the button
while the image is
displayed.
Confirm that [Erase] is
selected and press
the SET button.
When you have finished
shooting photos
Installing the software
Connecting the camera to a computer
Downloading images to a computer
Software Starter Guide
This guide
Software Starter Guide
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Components Guide
Front View
Back 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)
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Viewfinder (p. 33)
CF Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 19)
Strap Eyelet*
Tripod Socket
LCD Monitor (p. 29)
* 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.)
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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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Operation Panel
Indicators
DISP
MENU
WB
ON
SET
MENU Button (p. 36)
DISP (Display) Button (p. 29)
(Single Image Erase) Button (p. 65)
Zoom Button (p. 35)
Power / Replay Button (p. 27)
(Exposure) / WB (White Balance) /
(Photo Effects) / (Up) Button (pp. 52, 53, 54)
Flash / (Right) Button (p. 43)
(Continuous) / (Self-Timer) /
(Down) Button (p. 46)
(Macro) / (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.
Flashing Orange: Ready to shoot, (camera shake
Upper Indicator
Green:
warning) / charging the flash (at LCD ON).
Ready to shoot, or ready to communicate with
your computer.
Flashing Green: Camera is starting up, reading the CF
card, erasing data on the CF card, or transmit-
ting data to your computer.
Orange: Ready to shoot, using the flash.
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)).
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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 shooting mode
should be set to
or
.
,
,
Shooting
Adjusting the Exposure
This mark denotes issues that may affect
the camera’s operation.
This mark denotes additional topics that
complement the basic operating proce-
dures.
How do I navigate the menus?
Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 36)
Question? Look here first.
What settings are available under each function?
and
Will my settings remain in effect even after I've turned the
camera off?
How do I go about printing?
What functions are available through the menus?
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)
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Table of Contents
: Functions and operations tables.
Quick Start
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Components Guide
4
Front View ................................................... 4
Back View ................................................... 5
Operation Panel .......................................... 6
About this Camera User Guide
Read this First
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Preparing the Camera
19
Installing the Battery and CF Card ........... 19
Setting the Date / Time ............................. 24
Setting the Language ............................... 25
Basic Functions
27
Turning the Power ON / OFF .................... 27
Using the LCD Monitor ............................. 29
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor ....... 31
Using the Viewfinder ................................. 33
Pressing the Shutter Button ...................... 34
Using the Digital Zoom ............................. 35
Selecting Menus and Settings .................. 36
Menu Settings and Default Settings ......... 38
Shooting
40
Selecting the Shooting Mode .................... 40
Changing the Resolution / Compression .. 41
Using the Flash ..................................... 43
Macro /
Infinity Modes .................... 45
Continuous Mode ................................ 46
Self-Timer ............................................ 46
Stitch Assist Mode .................................... 47
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Movie Mode .............................................. 49
Using the Focus Lock ............................... 50
Switching Between Autofocus Modes ....... 51
Adjusting the Exposure ....................... 52
Setting the White Balance ................. 53
Switching Between Photo Effect Modes .. 54
Changing the ISO Speed .......................... 55
Resetting the File Number ........................ 56
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ..... 57
Replaying
59
Displaying Images Individually ................. 59
Viewing Images in Sets of 9 ..................... 60
Viewing Movies ......................................... 61
Rotating Images in the Display ................. 62
Auto Play .................................................. 63
Protecting Images ..................................... 64
Erasing
65
Erasing Images Individually ...................... 65
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Erasing All Images .................................... 65
Formatting a CF Card ............................... 66
Printing
67
About Printing ........................................... 67
Selecting from the Print Order Menu ................ 68
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ......... 69
Printing ..................................................... 71
Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ........ 72
DPOF Print Settings ................................. 76
Printing with DPOF Print Settings ............. 80
Image Transfer Settings
(DPOF Transfer Order)
82
Setting the Image Transfer ....................... 82
Downloading Images to a Computer
84
Downloading Directly from a CF Card ...... 84
Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via
the USB Cable ..................................... 85
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List of Menu Options and Messages
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Rec. Menu ................................................ 87
Play Menu ................................................. 89
Set up Menu ............................................. 90
Resetting the Settings to Default .............. 91
List of Messages ....................................... 92
Appendices
95
Replacing the Date Battery ....................... 95
Using the Optional Battery Kits ................. 96
Camera Care and Maintenance ............. 100
Troubleshooting ...................................... 101
Specifications
Index
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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.
Please see page 25 to change the language setting.
Language Setting
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Please Read
Safety Precautions
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.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your camera.
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 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 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 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.
• 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. 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 sub-
stances 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 electri-
cal 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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