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Canon PowerShot A560 Advanced User's Manual

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  • Page 1 Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing C&IlOll I Print/Transfer Settings I Troubleshooting List of Messages < Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. CDI-E278-010 © 2007 CANON INC, PRINTED IN MALAYSIA Pict_idge DIREL'T B UBBLE PRII_ DIRECt...
  • Page 2 • Plays movies with sound • Plays back automatically using the Auto Play Editing • Red-Eye Correction : • Records sound memos Printing • Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button • Also supports non- Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers...
  • Page 3 Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Items marked with a -k are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ........Safety Precautions ........Preventing Malfunctions ......Using the LCD Monitor ......Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor ....Using the Viewfinder .......
  • Page 5 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ....Shooting in Long Shutter Mode ....... Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) ....Shooting in a My Colors Mode ....... Adjusting the ISO Speed ......Setting the Auto Rotate Function ..... Creating an Image Destination (Folder) ....
  • Page 6 Battery Handling ........Handling the Memory Card ......Using t he Power Kits (Sold Separately) ....Using a nExternally Mounted Flash ( Sold Separately) ..104 Replacing the Date B attery ......Camera Care a nd Maintenance ...... Specifications ........
  • Page 7 Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations.
  • Page 8 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. 72). Language Setting Please see the Basic Guide (p. 8) to change the language setting. • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the "Safety Precautions"...
  • Page 9 Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the battery charger or compact power adapter from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
  • Page 10 • Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. • Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. • Use only recommended power accessories. • Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area.
  • Page 11 • When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. • The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 12 • 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. • Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. •...
  • Page 13 • Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. • Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
  • Page 14 Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Press DISP. • The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode (=_) Playback Mode ([_) Inf_mation) Detailed Standard istandard No Information rmatiOno_lrff View) Detailed • The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec.
  • Page 15 Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) IZoom MagNflcation (1_ 28) AF Frame (p, 40) L_Safety Basic Guide p, 15) []l_[][][]l_[][] ""1_ )" ISO Speed (p, 541 Low Battery (p. 96) Flash (Basic Guide p, 14) [] [] Drive Mode ), 32, Basic Guide p, 16) Auto Rotate (p, 55) eRec Movie Recording...
  • Page 16 If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon ([]) displays, these indicate there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will be selected. Shoot using the following methods. - Raise the ISO speed (p. 54). - Select a setting other than [_J (flash off) (Basic Guide p. 14). - Attach the camera to a tripod or other device.
  • Page 17 • Detailed Histogram (p, 16) "Shooting Mode Flash (Basic Guide p, 14) Macro (Basic Guide p, 15) m [] _"_ (Basic Guide pp, 11 - 13) 1'_ r_ r_ Metering Mode (p, 45) My Colors (p, 52) I_...1_ ISO Speed (p, 54) Red-Eye Correction Function (p, 66) Recording Pixels/...
  • Page 18 Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value.
  • Page 19 I t;_tltfl [-_j I _l/r-._tt;f_ This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.
  • Page 20 Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. • FUNC. Menu • Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus FUNC. Menu Sets many of the functions commonly used during shooting. ®...
  • Page 21 Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. _lSet up Menu ® MENU MENU ® You can switch between menus _" with the ÷ or '_ button when this _(_i&_ s part is selected.
  • Page 22 See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 127). FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. Menu Item Reference Page Special Scene Mode Basic Guide p. 12 Movie Mode p. 36 Exposure Compensation p. 46 Long Shutter Mode p.
  • Page 23 Reference Page Menu Item Options Summary/ Self-timer 110 sec.*/20 sec.!cust0m Custom Delay: 0 - 10", 15, 20, 30 sec. Basic Guide p. 16 Shots: 1 - 10 .1 AF-assist Beam On*/Off Review Off/2*- 10/seconds/Hold Basic Guide p. 10 Disp. Overlay (Still Image) Off*/Gdd Lines!3:2...
  • Page 24 Set up Menu (1_) *Default setting Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence operation sounds except the warning sounds (Basic Guide p. 9). Volume Off / 1 /2"/3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound,...
  • Page 25 Menu Item Options I Summary/Reference Page Start-up Image On*/Off Sets whether or not the Start-up Image appears Iwhen the camera is turned Power Saving 'On.p. 17 Auto Power Down On*/Off Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without the camera being...
  • Page 26 [] (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other than [],...
  • Page 27 You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. F," "1o Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped.
  • Page 28 Shooting _: FUNC: Menu_ _ *(Compression)i *(Recording Pixels). See M e..s a n_ S e._gs _p le_ Default setting. • Use the _. or ._ button to select recording pixel/compression settings and press the FUNC./SET button. Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels...
  • Page 29 Postcard pixels or [] 1600 x 1200 When printing to postcards (p. 33) Printing wide size pdnts (Images 3072 x 1728 recorded with 16:9 aspect ratios. Areas Widescreen pixels not recorded will display as black bars on the LCD montor.) * Paper sizes vary according to region, Approximate Values...
  • Page 30 * Can only be set in [] mode, However, [Digital Tele-converter] cannot be set, You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics Standard...
  • Page 31 "u_i.,.,.a,¸¸ Zo '_..../[Off]/[1.5x]/[1.9x]. [Standard] o When using [Standard] See Shooting With the Digital Zoom (See below). eWhen using [1.5x] or [1.9x] s ho _igita, _e!e_co 3o!_ .... Shooting With the Digital Zoom Press zoom lever toward shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor.
  • Page 32 Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve About the Digital Tele-Converter effects of a tele-converter (a lens used for telephoto shooting). *Cannot be set in [] mode, YOU can set whether or not the red-eye reduction* lamp automatically...
  • Page 34 Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p, 25) is conducted immediately before shooUng, • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon, Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions, • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be...
  • Page 35 • The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. • If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately...
  • Page 36 Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when (Postcard mode) is selected.
  • Page 37 "1 Only [Grid Lines] can be set. YOU can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check position of your subject. Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts.
  • Page 38 Since the recording pixels are few and the data size is small, this mode is convenient for sending movies as e-mail attachments when the memory card capacity is low. • The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p.
  • Page 39 _ii!_!_ii:'FU Me.._ ¸ i .d._i_ ......See Menus and Settings (p 18) Default setting. • Use the _- or _ button to select a movie mode and press the FUNC./ SET button. • _n [ ] mode, you c an c hange recording pixets and frame rate (p.
  • Page 40 • Before recording, you can set the AE lock (p. 44) and exposure shift. 1. Press the ISO button. The exposure will lock (AE lock) and the exposure shift bar will appear in the LCD monitor. 2. Use the _, or ,_ button to adjust the exposure. Press the ISO button again to release the setting.
  • Page 41 Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to [] (Standard). []*(Recording Pixels). Default setting, • Usethe _. or ._ button to select a frame rate/recording pixets and press the FUNC./SET button.
  • Page 42 *Cannot be set in m mode. The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. You can have the camera automatically detect the position of a face and use this data to set the focus and exposure* while shooting.
  • Page 43 • If the shutter button is pressed halfway while the LCD monitor is on, the AF frame appears as follows: - Green: Shooting preparations complete - Yellow: Focusing difficulty (AiAF is set to [Off].) - Off: Focusing difficulty (AiAF is set to [On].) •...
  • Page 44 seN* *Cannot be used in m mode. it may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition •...
  • Page 45 Shooting with the AF Lock *Only available in _M and _'_ modes on the monitor: camera SO that Object +++ ++_ s ame focal distance as the main subject centered in the AF frame. a.d "oiat"es""tte;b"tto" "ai ay +++++++ ++ and press button.
  • Page 46 You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. on the LCD monitor. _ : Focus on the of the Subject on Which wish to lock...
  • Page 47 ii%1!? i i(ii!i!;i ' iil;!!iliiiiiiizll iii iiiii!ii!iiiiii:ii! !iil;!!ii!i ¸ ;ii¸¸¸' ?:;ii !i7111! _aM _ You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Tur"o, t"eLeD mo"itor: ......Press the_ button select...
  • Page 48 Metering Methods Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex Evaluative lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct...
  • Page 49 To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Follow Step 2 to restore the compensation value to [0]. In _,_, mode, the exposure shift can be set/canceled (p. 38). You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. FUNC.
  • Page 50 • Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. • Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. • Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image.
  • Page 51 Normally, the _] (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the [] (Auto) setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. See M e,,s Se. .gs Default setting, •...
  • Page 52 Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color.
  • Page 53 iiii_ii_iiiiiiiiiii__ii_.. i_i_iiiiiiii iiiiiiiiii_ii_i_iiiiiii_ . iiiiiiiii_iiiiiii_ii_i_iiiii _ i_iiiiiiiwiiiiii i iiii iiiiiiiii_ii_ ¸¸¸ • You are recommended to set the shooting mode to _M and the exposure compensation setting to [+0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white).
  • Page 54 '_ QM You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Records normally. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to Neutral record neutral hues.
  • Page 55 Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode...
  • Page 56 i_!_iiiii_iiii! i!i!i!i :iii_ ii_i'!!iiiii!il !i!i!!iiiii_ _!J_!!i! !i?_:: !i'_ '"_iii!_i!ii!!! i_¸ OM: ..Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Press ISO button to cycle...
  • Page 57 Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. [off]..See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 58 You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create Auto Create...
  • Page 59 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select a day for the [Auto Create] option a time in the [Time] option_ MENU • _ displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created. Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder.
  • Page 60 The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. "e.e']. * Default setting, File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded assigned to the next image. This is convenient managing all your images together...
  • Page 61 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder. Memory Card Exchanged New Folder Created for Another...
  • Page 62 Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 18). zoom iever ..............• @% will d isplay and a magnified _" po.ion of the image wi, d isplay. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x.
  • Page 63 the zoom ieve;*owa,e • Up to nine images can be viewed at Selected Image once in index playback. _1__ @ or @ button to • Usethe ,IF _ change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward _,_ while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.
  • Page 64 When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 Images Jumps...
  • Page 65 kv_J ILv_ ["_"r_m-_ Dispiay a movie p_ss ............;; .Images@" w_th a_ _con are <_<_ mov;es. Playback ProgressBa_ Mov,e o o, Volume Level (Adjust it with the ,_- or button) "u • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback.
  • Page 67 Images can be rotated clockwise 90 ° or 270 ° in the display. Original 90 ° 270 ° rotate press rotate • Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each '" press of the FUNC./SET button. eThis also can be set in the index playback mode. _"...
  • Page 68 You can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. Examples: • Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image.
  • Page 69 • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. • Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. •...
  • Page 70 Adding Correction Frames You can add up to a maximum of 35 correction frames. Uset"e_ o; ; uutto, t O;elect ..[Add Frame] press frame press eYou can change the size ofthe frame withthezoom Jever.
  • Page 71 ';_ | _..[ _1_'11 i [,!-"[,] ! i i [ _i Lvj [ :-]i i [,].-i i i i I_.1_[ :-].!
  • Page 72 Sound Memo Panel Exit Record I"1 Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./ button. Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds.
  • Page 73 • During automated playback, the following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding: Press the ÷ or ÷ button (hold down the button to switch between images more rapidly) S !o p p !n !. A u P, _ yP !e s t," E. b u!!o n ....You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.
  • Page 74 You can play b ack i mages onatelevision with the supplied cable. the TV, ........... Connect the AV cable to the camera's OUT terminal. • Slip your fingernail under the lower end of the camera's terminal _ cover, lift it open and plug the _/_"_ interface cabte in atl the way"...
  • Page 75 OWhen the camera is set to shooting mode, you can take pictures while displaying images on the television. • The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 23). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others...
  • Page 76 Print Settings/Transfer Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF.
  • Page 77 Usethe <.or_ button to select imagesfOr printing, • Selection methods differ for the Number of Print Copies Print Type settings (p. 77). - Standard ([])/Both Setect an image, press the FUNC./ SET button and use the ,_ or button to select the number of print copies to gg .
  • Page 78 All the Images on a Memory Card • Images are printed in order according to the file number. • A maximum of 998 images can be selected. • When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can be set.
  • Page 79 Setting the Print Style After setting the pnnt style, select the images for printing. following settings can be selected. *Default setting Prints one image per page. Prints the selected images Print Type index together at a reduced size in an index format.
  • Page 80 • The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - Index [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time. - Standard or Both [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information may vary between printers.
  • Page 81 J[,._ _ ,II i[_ li | i [:.]1 iP]".,Ze]]111 _k:. 1i1_",] i [:..] dl_ | | I i [_ [,..._ _ | You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer.
  • Page 82 Usethe _or_ button to seiect an ima,e to ..transfer press • Pressing the FUNG./SET button again Transfer Selection deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card :::: order settings.
  • Page 83 (Basic Guide p:5)..Batteries are not the right • Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 96). Battery charge is low and • Replace the camera batteries with the camera will not two unused or fully charged operate.
  • Page 84 ItAvj _ [| _ I..z_l_,,z_ie-_[tTT'Z'IT_,I[.]i] • When recording to, erasing from or The SD memory card or SDHC memory card's formatting the memory card, slide write protect tab is set to the write protect tab upward "Write protect". (p. 98). The lithium coin battery •...
  • Page 85 Sometimes appears when • This is a normal occurrence shooting a bright subject, devices containing CCDs and does such as the sun or other not constitute a malfunction. This light source, bar of light will not be recorded when shooting still images, but it will be recorded when shooting movies.
  • Page 86 • If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or • Slide the write protect tab upward SDHC memory card is (p. 98).
  • Page 87 The camera moves when • Confirm the procedures in the shutter button is "_ appears" (p. 83). pressed, AF-assist Beam is set to • In dark places where it is difficult [Off], for the camera to focus, the AF- assist Beam will emit to assist focusing.
  • Page 88 Subject is too close, • Shoot within correct flash range of making the flash too the subject when using the built-in strong, flash (p. 110). The subject is • Set the exposure compensation overexposed because the a negative (-) setting (p. 46). surroundings are too •...
  • Page 89 Light is reflected back [Red-Eye] set to [On] from the eyes when the (p. 30). For this mode to be flash is used in dark effective, the subject must be areas, looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp.
  • Page 90 The following types of • Although the recording time may memory cards are used. not display properly during - Slow recording cards. shooting, the movie will be -Cards formatted on a recorded correctly on the memory different camera or a card.
  • Page 91 You attempted to play • Computer mages that cannot be back images shot with played back may play back if they another camera or are added to the camera using the images edited with a supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or computer.
  • Page 92 (p. 96)..Batteries are not the right • Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH Battery capacity drops • If shooting in a cold location, warm due to low ambient the batteries such as by placing...
  • Page 93 b mY4 _t_l_tr[_l_Tr[_l Incorrect video system • Set the video system to the setting, appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for your TV (p. 23). The camera and printer • Securely connect the camera and are not properly printer with the specified cable. connected.
  • Page 94 However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
  • Page 95 Replace both b atteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries orfully c harged Canon AA-size NiMH b atteries. Also refer to Battery Handling (p. 96). No images recorded on memory card. You attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328 pixels or with a large data size.
  • Page 96 You attempted to magnify an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer, or a movie. You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer or a movie. A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sound memo cannot be played back.
  • Page 97 If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the tens. (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back.
  • Page 98 • When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use of Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
  • Page 99 • Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one's skin or other dirt, the number of recordabte images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used reduced.
  • Page 100 Write Protect Tab -- Slide the switch protect the • images and s te he down other data on the card)• Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible • Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
  • Page 101 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
  • Page 102 Ill_-_. j [_m,]i [:.a ;_.l,,,z_]m ,_I1i ;r_llI[,."l"_J r; II,.-.x : -; ,_.l _i _ Fji] Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeabte AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below.
  • Page 104 When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F).
  • Page 105 Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. ! €onnectthep0wercordt0 ........ compact power adapter first...
  • Page 106 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation.
  • Page 107 i iiiiiiiiiiii i; ii iiiiiiiiii iiiiiiii ii iii; 11111111111111111111111111114111111111111111111 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiii;iiiiiiiii ii; • Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. • To illuminate the subjects propedy, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera's front panel.
  • Page 108 [| ;l'_J .]h"I"_I :]h'3";t'_J'l!,_ If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is tumed on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased.
  • Page 109 Insert a new battery with (-) side facing Replace battery holder close memory card slot/battery cover. When Date/Time menu appears, date time (Basic Guide p. 8). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.
  • Page 110 Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth.
  • Page 111 All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject change without notice. PowerShot A560 Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 7.4 million) Lens : 5.8 (W) - 23.2 (T) mm...
  • Page 112 Exposure : +2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments Compensation ISO Speed : Auto*, High ISO Auto**, ISO 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 (Standard Output * Camera automatically sets the optimal speed Sensitivity, according to subject brightness. Recommended **Camera automatically sets the optimal speed Exposure...
  • Page 113 Data Type (Stillimages): Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera's image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
  • Page 114 Auto Play, Sound memos (up to 1 rain.) or Movie (slow motion play back possible). Direct Print : PictBddge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface : USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL...
  • Page 115 Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. "o • A Canon-brand memory card is used. "o * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C +2 °C/73 °F +3.6 °F), normal...
  • Page 116 3072 x 1728 pixels • Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 32) (When card has been formatted with a low level format), • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results vary according to the subject and shooting conditions,...
  • Page 117 Movie [--I: Card included with the camera SDC- Recording Frame 16MB SDC-128M Pixels Rate 512MSH 4 min. 7 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 9 sec. 640 x 480 2 min. 8 min. )ixels 15 sec. 7 sec. 14 sec. Standard 3 min.
  • Page 118 Frame Rate File size Recording Pixels 1920 KB/sec. 640 x 480 pixels 960 KB/sec. Standard 660 KB/sec. 320 x 240 pixels 330 KB/sec. Fast Frame 1320 KB/sec. 320 x 240 pixels Rate 120 KB/sec. Compact 160 x 120 pixels MultiMediaCard interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard...
  • Page 119 NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) AA-size rechargeable nickel metal hydride Type battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx.
  • Page 120 INDEX Numerics 3:2 Guide ......13, 35 Date Stamp ...... 21, 34 Default Values ......Detailed Display ..... Digital Tele-Converter .... 28 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ..103 DIGITAL Terminal ..Basic 26 Add Frame ......Digital Zoom ......AE Lock .........
  • Page 121 Macro ......Basic 15 Grid Lines ......13, 35 Magnifying ......MANUAL Shooting Mode ..Basic HF-DC1 ........ Memory Card High-Power Flash ....Estimated Capacities ..114 Histogram ....... Formatting ......Handling ......Memory card Inserting ...... Basic 5 Image Data Sizes MENU .......
  • Page 122 Shutter Button Fully ......Basic 10 Play Menu ......Halfway ....Basic 10 Playback ...... Basic Shutter Volume ...... Playback Information ..... Slow Synchro ......Playback Mode .... Basic Smooth Continuous Playback Vol ......Shooting ......... Portrait ......Basic Snow ......
  • Page 123 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference...
  • Page 124 Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchtorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchtorate/for details. Copyright © 2007 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 125 I Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode, Functions mm[] Large _4edium 1 _edium 2 :,_ecording 3ixels _4edium 3 p. 26 Still image) Small Postcard ,de r*n " Compression (Movie) p.
  • Page 126 _m aM Ref. P_ Single • • • Continuous p. 32 )riveMede 10.sec.sef-_er [] • • • Basic 2._._ Guide p. 16 Custom Timer m _ate_omp -- O_ P-3' ,,AF O p. 4 g kF Lock p. 43 kF-assist Beam p.
  • Page 127 Therecordingpixeleand frame ratesforthe (Movie)mode(p=39). (2) This cannot be set in Long Shutter mode. (3) A_O is the defaufisetting in _, _'_, and SCN modes. Offis the default setflagin and SCN medes. • You cannot use flash in [] mode. • YOU cannot (Auto( in [] mode.