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Canon POWERSHOT A720 IS User Manual

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  • Page 1 IIII I IIIIII CDI-E334 Camera User Guide...
  • Page 2 Connect the camera • Connecting to a printer • Connecting to a TV set Guide • Connecting to a computer irect Print User GuideS°ftware Starter ZoomBrowser ImageBrowser Software User Guide • PDF manuals available on the Canon website. http:/iweb.canon.jptlmaging/information-e.html...
  • Page 3 Camera AA AlkalineBatteries(x2) MemoryCard (16MB) Interface Cable AM Cable Wrist Strap IFC-400PCU AVC-DC300 WS-200 Canon Digital Camera Warranty Card Solution Disk User Guides Camera User Guide . Direct Print User Guide Software Starter Guide . _Canon Customer Support" Leaflet You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card.
  • Page 4 Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV ..... Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Safety Precautions ....... Preventing Malfunctions ......Battery Handling ........ Handling the Memory Card ......Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) ....Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) ....
  • Page 5 Index Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Symbol Conventions in this Guide Mode switch position: Rec.([_)lPlay ([_) Availableshootingmodes These modes are available Thismark denotesissuesthat maYaffectthe camera!soperaUon, This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in this guide are based on the camera's default settings at t me of purchase.
  • Page 6 1461 Connecting to a TV a TV _ Shooting/Playback Using You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. • Open the terminal cover and plug the AV cable in all the way. theminal.Camera's A/V ter- Turn on the...
  • Page 7 (p. 9). Batteries are not the right • Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 168). Battery charge is low and • Replace the camera batteries with 2 the camera will not operate, unused or fully charged batteries ("Change the batteries"...
  • Page 8 1481 T roubleshooting The camera's horizontal/ • The camera's orientation mechanism vertical orientation isoperating. There i snomalfunction. changed. eWhen r ecording to, e rasing from or The SD memory card's or SDHC memory card's write formatting the memory card, slide t he protect tab isset t o"Write write protect tab upward (p.170).

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    1149 Troubleshooting 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 bar light source. of light will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies.
  • Page 10 • Ifreformatting does n ot w ork, the memory card logic c ircuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help D esk. SD memory card orSDHC • Siide t he write p rotect iab upward memory card iswrite (p.170).
  • Page 11 1151 Troubleshooting AF-assist Beam is set to • tn dark places where it is difficult for [Off]. the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it (p.
  • Page 12 1521 T roubleshooting Too much l ight isshining • Change the shooting angle. directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. #lash is set io on ......eSet {he flash to [] (Fiash off i (F _i I ISO speed is too high.
  • Page 13 1153 Troubleshooting Light is reflected back from • In the Rec. menu set the Red-Eye the eyes when the flash is setting to [On] (p. 88). For this mode used in dark areas. to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp.
  • Page 14 1541 T roubleshooting .[,._ Iii [_]LvJt_r..'] • Although the recording time may not The following types of memory cards are used. display properly during shooting, the - Slow recording cards. movie will be recorded correctly on - Cards formatted on a the memory card.
  • Page 15 1155 Troubleshooting YOU attempted to play back • Computer images that cannot be images shot with another played back may play back if they are camera or images edited added to the camera using the with a computer, supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser.
  • Page 16 Battery terminals are dirty.• Wipe t he terminals welI with adry cloth b efore use. • Reload the batteries several times. If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries As the batteries have not • Their charging performance should been used for over a year,...
  • Page 17 1157 Troubleshooting The camera and printer are • Securely connect the camera and not properly connected, printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not • Turn on the printer power. turned on. _heprini o onneciion meihod i in iile ira] menuselect [ Prin{ is not correct.
  • Page 18 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. Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved, or no more image settings, sound recorder files or sound memos can be recorded.

  • Page 19: List Of Messages

    Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. No images recorded on memory card. You attempted to play back an image larger than 5616 x 3744 pixels or with a large data size.
  • Page 20 1601 Messages L ist of A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera.
  • Page 21 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback, tf this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the tens.

  • Page 22: Appendix

    i Appendix • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the "Safety Precautions" section. 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.
  • Page 23 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 24 1641 Appendix 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 25 1165 Appendix • 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 26 1661 A ppendix • 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 27 1167 Appendix • 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 28 Replace the batteries immediately. • This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately), While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.
  • Page 29 1169 Appendix • 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 recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used may be reduced.
  • Page 30 1701 A ppendix Protect Tab _ite '_1]{Slide the switch down Slide the switch up. _ lYm°g c an nPd° tot' hte tr h e 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 31 • 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 32 • The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH and NB- 2AH. Please do not attempt to charge other type of battery. • Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states.
  • Page 33 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. • Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.
  • Page 34 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 35 1175 Appendix The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC- DC58N, Tete-converter TC-DC58N and Close-up lens 250D (58 mm). In order to attach these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58G. •...
  • Page 36 i Appendix • Close-up lens 250D This lens makes taking macro shots easy. Focusing Range and Image Area Maximum wide angle Maximum telephoto Focusing Image area Focusing Image area range at minimum range at minimum (from end of focusing (from end of focusing lens) distance...
  • Page 37 1177 Appendix Attaching a Lens .._ Be sure that camera is turned off. Pre_ reiease bu_0n h0id it down ....... (_), and turn ring in the direction of the arrow (®). Release Button Whenthe_ma ......mark on the ring aligned, lift off the...
  • Page 38 Appendix adapter with the (_ mark on the camera, turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the _ mark on the camera, • To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button. turn it in the indicated...
  • Page 39 1179 Appendix Converter Settings Settings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 68) with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58N, Tete-converter TC-DC58N or Close- up lens 250D attached. When you remove the converte r fro m the camera! retur n the converter setting to [Off].
  • Page 40 [ Appendix 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...
  • Page 41 1181 Appendix • For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots. • Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash [esulting Jn damage to both.
  • Page 42 1821 A ppendix Ifthe Date/Time menu appears when t he camera power isturned on, the date battery charge islow and the date and time settings have been l ost. Please purchase alithium c oin battery (CR1220) replace itas follows. Please note that the first date battery may appear to expire relatively quickly after you purchase the camera, This is because it is installed in the camera at the point of manufacture, not when you make the purchase,...
  • Page 43 1183 Appendix first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not fter purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the need to replace the date battery. If you ever dispose of your camera, first remove the date battery for recycling according to the recycling system of your country.
  • Page 44 If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera.
  • Page 45 1185 Appendix All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A720 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 8.0 million Image Sensor 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
  • Page 46 186 _ Appendix Metering System : Evaluative .1, Center-weighted average or Spot.2 "1 When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect], brightness of the face is also evaluated *2 Fixed to center/AF Point Exposure Compensation : +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO speed : Auto*, High ISO Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/ (Standard Output...
  • Page 47 1187 Appendix Recording Media SD memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus memory card/HC MMCplus memory card File Format Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type (Still images) Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) (Movies) AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG;...
  • Page 48 Auto Play, Red-Eye Correction, Sound memos (up to 1 min.), Movie (slow motion play back possible) or Resize. Direct Print : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface : USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B) Audio/Video output...

  • Page 49: Battery Handling

    Power is left offfor a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. Untilthe returnsto normal battery temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23°C +2°C/73°F +3.6°F), normal...

  • Page 50: Shooting (P

    3264 x 1832 pixels • Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 87) when card has been formatted with a low level format. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
  • Page 51 1191 Appendix Movie I-I:Card included with the camera Recording Pixels SDC-512MSH /Frame Rate 16MB SDC-128M 4 min. 9 sec. 640 x 480 pixels 6 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 30 frames/sec. 640 x 480 pixels 14 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 8 min.
  • Page 52 192 _ Appendix Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Recording Pixels 3264 x 2448 pixels 3436 KB 2060 KB 980 KB 2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB 2048 x 1536 pixels 1692 KB 893 KB 445 KB 1690 x 1260 pixels 1092 KB 558 KB...
  • Page 53 1193 Appendix MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx.
  • Page 54 1941 A ppendix Battery Charger CB-SAH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input 190 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 565 mA.1, 1275 mA.2 Charging Time Approx. 4 hours 40 min. .1, Approx. 2 hours .2 Operating 0 - 35 °C (32 - 95 °F) Temperatures...
  • Page 55 1195 Appendix Tele-converter TC-DC58N (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 1.75x Focal Length .4 368 mm (35mm film equivalent) Focusing Range .4 Approx. 1.8 m (5.9 f[) - infinity (T).2 Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread .3 Diameter: 75.0 mm (3.0 in.) Dimensions Length: 50.0 mm (2.0 in.) Weight...
  • Page 56 Numerics Direct Transfer ......Distance Units ......1st-curtain ........ 112 Downloading Images to a Computer 2nd-curtain ....... 112 3:2 Guide ......... 117 DPOF Print Order ....DPOF Transfer Order ....AC Adapter Kit ACK800 .... 174 AE Lock ........98 Erasing AF Frame ......
  • Page 57 1197 Index Histogram ........Menus and Settings ..42, 43 Play Menu ....... 43, 46 Print Menu ......46 Rec. Menu ......44 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) ... 192 Set up Menu ......46 Image Stabilizer Function ... 68 Metering Modes ....... 102 Index Playback ......

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    1981 Index Zoom ......... 59 Safety FE ......... 113 Safety MF ........97 Safety Zoom ....... 62 Self-Timer ........66 Shooting ........14 Shooting Mode Creative Zone ....... 73 Av ........85 M ........86 P ........82 Tv ........83 Functions Available .....
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  • Page 64 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 11642, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5606 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 65 Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/for details. Copyright © 2007 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 66 2061 F unctions Available in Each Shooting Mode Fun°,°. M AvTv P [:_ Aoto ,sos_. lOO_ .,oh,so A..o ISO 8o/100/200/400/800J 16o0 Ao,o Whrle Balance Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, (p 104) Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Unde[wa ter, Custom Sin°,e sho, Continnous Drive Mode Self Timer (pp 87, 66)
  • Page 67 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 1207 Set each function according to the shooting conditions and then shoot. Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode listed here. p101 p 100 p 104 pp 66 87 p,07 p110 p111 p 102 pp 83,85...
  • Page 68 2081 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode M AvTv P r'_ Func_on _o_ oo,o_ _F <0 _ o,°t> AF Frame (p 90) co°,e, Ho*,_._e _F _,_me _,zo _ _ S,o._o_<_ Digital Zoom Digital Tel_Converter (p 63) Flash Sync (2nd_curiain)(pll s,o_ synoh,o _p 89/ 0 `4 Flash Adjust (Manua0...
  • Page 69 1209 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ,,--, _o, .._o:: : /, o :_ :_ :_ :_ ::_ :_:{ o p 92 :_:o p112 0 *4 p 89 p 109 -o,_ p113 p 103 #; o : : : ::o ..
  • Page 70 CallOll CDI-E334-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN CHINA...