Troubleshooting - Canon PowerShot A100 User Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
The camera doesn't The camera is turned off.
function.
The CF card slot / battery cover is open.
Batteries are loaded in the wrong
direction.
Batteries are depleted.
Batteries are not the right type.
Batteries are not making good electrical
contact with the camera.
Cause
G Appendices G
Solution
Turn the power on. (See "Turning the Power
•
ON / OFF (p. 27).)
Be sure the cover is closed securely.
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Reload the batteries in the correct direction.
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Replace with unused alkaline or fully
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recharged batteries (two AA-size batteries).
Use a household power source.
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Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or
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Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For the
information about alkaline batteries, see
"Proper Battery Handling" (p. 21).)
Wipe the battery terminals with a clean dry
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cloth.
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