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Canon PowerShot A510 User Manual

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Camera User Guide
Please read the Read This First section (p. 4).
Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.
CDI-E175-010
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© 2004 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide Please read the Read This First section (p. 4). Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide. CDI-E175-010 XXXXXX © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN...
  • Page 2 • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.
  • Page 3 Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing Symbols Used Icons under title bars show the available shooting...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read This First Please Read ...4 Safety Precautions ...6 Preventing Malfunctions ...11 Components Guide Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries ...15 Installing the Memory Card ...18 Formatting Memory Cards ...19 Setting the Date/Time...22 Setting the Language ...23...
  • Page 5 Setting the Shutter Speed ...77 Setting the Aperture ...79 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture ..80 Switching between Focusing Modes ...81 Switching between Metering Modes...82 Adjusting the Exposure ...83 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) ...84 Changing the ISO Speed ...87 Changing the Photo Effect ...88 Adjusting the Flash Output ...89 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects ...90...

  • Page 6: Read This First Please Read

    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 7 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.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Read This First Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand 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.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 Read This First 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. 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.
  • Page 11 If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and the 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.
  • Page 12 Read This First 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.

  • Page 13: Preventing Malfunctions

    Read This First 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.

  • Page 14: Components Guide

    - PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera). • PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera). Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera for direct print compatible printer information.
  • Page 15 Mode Switch (p. 32) Viewfinder (p. 35) Indicators (p. 14) Button LCD Monitor* (p. 24) (Print/Share) Button (p. 98, 111) Tripod Socket MENU Button (p. 67) FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 65, 66) The following operations are accessible through one easy press of the •...
  • Page 16 Components Guide Shooting Mode Dial Use the shooting mode Creative dial to switch between Zone the Shooting modes. Auto The camera automatically selects settings. Image Zone Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 38) : Landscape (p.

  • Page 17: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries Insert two AA-size alkaline batteries (supplied with the camera) or separately sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. Be sure that the camera power is off. Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow, and open the cover.
  • Page 18 Preparing the Camera Proper Battery Handling Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 129). Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ according to brand, the operating...
  • Page 19 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.

  • Page 20: Installing The Memory Card

    Preparing the Camera Installing the Memory Card Be sure that the camera is turned off. Slide the memory card slot cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it. Insert the memory card. Push the memory card in until it clicks into place.

  • Page 21: Formatting Memory Cards

    When the upper indicator blinks green, the camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the memory card. Do not perform the following or image data may be lost or corrupted: • Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks.
  • Page 22 If the camera does not work properly, the inserted memory card may be malfunctioning. 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 another camera, computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly.
  • Page 23 Memory Card Handling Precautions Memory 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 the memory card. Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card.

  • Page 24: Setting The Date/Time

    Preparing the Camera Setting the Date/Time The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on, or whenever the lithium date battery charge is low. Start from Step to set the date and time. Turn the power on (p. 30). Press the MENU button and select the [...

  • Page 25: Setting The Language

    Setting the Language Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display. Turn the power on (p. 30). Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using the button. Select (Language) using the button and press the SET button.

  • Page 26: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Preparing the Camera Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menu settings and play back recorded images. Pressing the DISP. button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Shooting Mode Standard (No Information) DISP.
  • Page 27 Function Movie Recording (Red) Mode PowerShot A520: 5.7x 7.1x 8.9x 11x 14x PowerShot A510: p. 38, 76 5.1x 6.4x 8.0x 9.8x 13x p. 83 p. 84 p. 45, 48 : Each mode of the SCN mode icon appears (p. 51).
  • Page 28 Preparing the Camera A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting if the upper indicator blinks orange after the metering preparations are complete and the camera shake icon ( ) displays in the LCD monitor. Set the flash to , or affix the camera to a tripod to shoot.
  • Page 29 Playback Mode DISP. Button No Display Displayed image number Compression Resolution (Still image) Sound memo (WAVE file) p. 95 Movie Protection Status Standard File Number DISP. Button Shooting Date/Time Total number Aperture Value of images Shutter Speed DISP. Button p. 40 p.
  • Page 30 Preparing the Camera Icons Displayed in Playback Mode (Detailed Display) Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation White Balance Photo Effect ISO Speed Flash Macro Mode Manual Focus Metering Mode Resolution (Movies) p. 40 Low Battery In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture value, histogram and recorded movie time are displayed as in the example in the figure on page 27.
  • Page 31 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 display correctly on this camera. About the Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the shot image.

  • Page 32: Basic Functions

    Basic Functions Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Camera On Press the Power button until the power lamp lights green (p. 14). Shooting Mode Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD monitor. Current shooting settings will disappear in approximately 6 seconds when the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information) or Off (p.
  • Page 33 Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. Depending on the power saving setting, the camera may power down or the LCD monitor may go off automatically. Auto Power Down [On]: Shooting mode: Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed.

  • Page 34: Switching Between Shooting And Playback

    Basic Functions Switching between Shooting and Playback You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Playback mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or erasing an image immediately after it is shot. Shooting Mode Playback Mode The lens does not retract for approximately 1...

  • Page 35: Shooting - The Basics

    (Digital Zoom (p. 47)). PowerShot A520: approx. 14x PowerShot A510: approx. 13x Press the shutter button halfway. The shutter button has a two-stage action. : Decreases the size...
  • Page 36 Shooting – The Basics Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure and focus. Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished metering, and the upper indicator will light green or orange. If the LCD monitor is on, the AF frame will appear green. The lower indicator will blink yellow and the beep will sound one time if the subject is difficult to focus on.
  • Page 37 Shooting with the Viewfinder You can save power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 24) and using the viewfinder to shoot. Compose the image so that the subject appears in the center of the frame in the viewfinder (autofocus range). Viewfinder window Shows approximate center of the image...

  • Page 38: Reviewing An Image Right After Shooting

    Shooting – The Basics 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. 69). For example, if animals are your subject, turn off the beam when shooting in the dark to avoid startling them.
  • Page 39 Changing the Image Display Duration The image review time can be set to [Off], any time in the range of 3 to 10 seconds, or [Hold]. Press the MENU button. The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. Select (Review) using the button. Select a duration setting using the button and press the...

  • Page 40: Using The Mode Dial (Image Zone)

    Shooting – The Basics Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone) Settings fitting the shooting conditions of your subject can easily be set using the shooting mode dial. Portrait Use this mode to shoot movies. Sound is also recorded simultaneously (p. 56). Use this mode when you want the subject to appear sharp and the background...
  • Page 41 Turn the shooting mode dial and set the icon of the mode you wish to use to Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33). Shooting Modes Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake. See page 159 for settings that can be changed in each mode.

  • Page 42: Changing The Resolution And Compression

    216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) prints (Large) Print up to A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) PowerShot A510: prints 2048 x 1536 pixels Print up to Letter size* 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.)
  • Page 43 Select L* using button. * The current setting is displayed. Example: PowerShot A510 Select the Excluding resolution you wish to set using button. Number of recordable images (Only displayed when the resolution or compression is selected) Press the SET button.

  • Page 44: Using The Flash

    Shooting – The Basics Using the Flash Mode Dial * In (Fireworks), the flash is prohibited. Use the flash according to the guidelines below. The flash fires automatically as Auto with required by the lighting level, red-eye and the red-eye reduction lamp reduction fires each time the main flash fires.
  • Page 45 When shooting in any mode other than M mode, the flash fires with automatic adjustments. The flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be followed by the main flash. The pre- flash is used by the camera to obtain the subject’s exposure data so that the main flash can be set to the optimal intensity for the shot.

  • Page 46: Macro Mode

    Shooting – The Basics Red-eye Reduction 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 a wide angle, increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.

  • Page 47: Self-Timer

    The lower indicator will light yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode (p. 33). Always use the LCD monitor to compose images in macro mode. Shooting with the viewfinder is possible, however, part of the image may not appear in the actual shot (p.
  • Page 48 Shooting – The Basics When is selected, pressing the SET button will allow you to set the start time (0 to 10 seconds) and the number of shots (1 to 10 shots). Select the setting item using the button and change its value using the button.

  • Page 49: Digital Zoom

    Images can be zoomed with the combined optical and digital zoom functions as follows. PowerShot A520: Approx. 5.7x, 7.1x, 8.9x, 11x and 14x PowerShot A510: Approx. 5.1x, 6.4x, 8.0x, 9.8x and 13x Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on.

  • Page 50: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous shooting speed is as follows*. PowerShot A520: Approx. 1.9 shots per second PowerShot A510: Approx. 2.3 shots per second * Large/Fine mode with LCD monitor off (These figures reflect Canon’s testing standard. The figures will vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions.)

  • Page 51: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

    Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. To merge the images on a computer, use PhotoStitch, one of the supplied software programs.
  • Page 52 Shooting – The Basics To shoot landscapes, swivel (pan) the camera around its own vertical axis. To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it. Shooting Images can be shot in the following 2 sequences in Stitch Assist mode.

  • Page 53: Special Scene Mode

    A custom white balance setting (p. 85) cannot be set in mode. To use a custom white balance setting, first set it in another Shooting mode. The settings in place for the first image are locked in and cannot be changed for subsequent shots.
  • Page 54 Shooting – The Basics Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or Indoor tungsten lighting. The exposure is regulated so as to avoid the use of flash as much as possible. Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and Kids &...
  • Page 55 Foliage Snow Night Snapshot Kids & Pets mode, the shutter speed slows down. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. modes, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image. mode, shoot subjects in the following range: 1 to 5 m (3.3 to 16 ft.) (telephoto end) or 1 m (3.3 ft.) –...

  • Page 56: Postcard Print Mode

    Shooting – The Basics Postcard Print Mode Mode Dial You can shoot images with the optimal resolution and compression for postcard size printing. • When printing standard image data to postcard size, sometimes the top and bottom sides may not get printed. •...
  • Page 57 Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date on image data when (Postcard Print mode) is selected. The date will be printed on your images even if it has not been set with a computer or printer. Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p.

  • Page 58: Movie Mode

    Shooting – The Basics Movie Mode Use this mode to shoot movies. The resolution can be set to [ (640 x 480)], (320 x 240)] or [ (160 x 120)] (p. 40). Turn the shooting mode dial to The LCD monitor turns on and displays the maximum recording time (in seconds).
  • Page 59 (File type: AVI/ Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer. (QuickTime (for Windows) is bundled on the supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, QuickTime 3.0 or later is generally bundled with Mac OS 8.5 or later operating...

  • Page 60: Playback - The Basics

    Playback – The Basics Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback) You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor. Slide the mode switch to The last recorded image appears (single image playback). Move between images using the button. Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next.

  • Page 61: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times in single image playback. Slide the mode switch to Press the zoom lever toward Approximate position You can move around the magnified image using the button. Pressing the SET button switches to image advance mode.

  • Page 62: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)

    Playback – The Basics Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Up to 9 images can be viewed at once in index playback. Slide the mode switch to Press the zoom lever toward 9 images appear at once (index playback). Change the image selection using button.

  • Page 63: Jumping Between Images

    Jumping between Images The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in index playback. Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback (p. 60). The jump bar appears. Change the image selection. Jump 9 images back or forward using the button.
  • Page 64 Playback – The Basics When a movie has finished playing, it will display the last frame. If the SET button is pressed in this state, the camera will revert to the movie playback panel. If the SET button is pressed again, the movie will start playing from the first frame.
  • Page 65 Select an editing method using the button. (Cut Beginning): Deletes frames from the beginning of the movie. (Cut End): Deletes frames from the end of the movie. (Exit): Reverts to the movie playback panel. Select the range you wish to delete using the button.
  • Page 66 Playback – The Basics Protected movies and movies with an original length of less than one second cannot be edited (p. 97). It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the battery runs out partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved.

  • Page 67: Erasing

    Erasing Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Erasing Images Individually Slide the mode switch to Select the image you wish to erase using the button and press button. A confirmation screen appears.

  • Page 68: Shooting - Advanced Functions

    Metering Mode ( ) (p. 82) button. button. Flash Output (p. 89) Resolution ( ) (p. 40) Example: PowerShot A510 Resolution (Movies) ( ) (p. 40) Compression ( ) (p. 40) Items in ( ) show default settings. Shoot the...
  • Page 69 Selecting Settings with the MENU Button Shooting Mode Playback Mode Rec. Menu Play Menu For items with [...] next to them, press the SET button and select the settings from the next displayed menu. Once the settings are complete, press the SET button again to enable the new settings. In the Shooting mode, you can also close the menu by pressing the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 70 Shooting – Advanced Functions Some menu items may not be available for selection according to the Shooting mode (p. 159). You can apply a desired image and sound in the My Camera menu. For details, see the Registering My Camera Settings (p.

  • Page 71: Menu Settings And Default Settings

    Menu Settings and Default Settings Rec. Menu Menu Item Sets the camera so that it will either automatically select the AF frame and AiAF shoot, or shoot with the AF frame fixed in the center. • On*/Off Sets whether or not the red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash fires. Red-eye •...
  • Page 72 Shooting – Advanced Functions Play Menu Menu Item Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. Rotate Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees clockwise in the display. Sound Memo Adds sound memos to images. Erase All Erases all images from a memory card (excluding protected images). Auto Play Plays images automatically one after the other.
  • Page 73 Menu Item Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound, or playback sound after pressing the SET button. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. • (OFF) • Start-up Vol. Adjusts the Start-up Sound volume when the camera powers up. Operation Vol.
  • Page 74 Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Item The [Auto Power Down] and [Display Off] settings can be set by pressing the SET button. Auto Power Down Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a specified period of time elapses without camera operation. •...
  • Page 75 Menu Item Sets the language used in the menus and messages on the LCD monitor. • English* (English) • Deutsch (German) • Français (French) • Nederlands (Dutch) • Dansk (Danish) • Suomi (Finnish) Language • Italiano (Italian) • Norsk (Norwegian) •...
  • Page 76 Shooting – Advanced Functions Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, operation sound, self-timer sound and shutter sound used on this camera. These are called My Camera settings. You can also customize the options for each item with images recorded on the memory card and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software.

  • Page 77: Resetting The Settings To Default

    Resetting the Settings to Default You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default. Turn the power on. Can be performed from Shooting or Playback mode. Press the MENU button for longer than 5 seconds. The message “Reset settings to default?” appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 78: Using The Mode Dial (Creative Zone)

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) Mode Dial You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value to suit your shooting purposes. After settings are made, shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p.

  • Page 79: Program Ae

    Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. The shutter speed and aperture value will show in red on the LCD monitor when the correct exposure cannot be obtained.
  • Page 80 Shooting – Advanced Functions Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at slow shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears on the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before shooting. The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows.

  • Page 81: Setting The Aperture

    Setting the Aperture The aperture adjusts the amount of light that passes through the lens. When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to fade the background and create a beautiful portrait.

  • Page 82: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. You can select settings such as a long exposure to suit your purpose. When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 83: Switching Between Focusing Modes

    Switching between Focusing Modes Mode Dial You can change the autofocus frame (AF frame) selection method. The AF frame will appear when the LCD monitor is turned on (p. 24). The camera automatically selects between 9 AF (Auto frames to focus on Selection) according to the shooting conditions.

  • Page 84: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Switching between Metering Modes Mode Dial Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering. It evaluates the complex lighting conditions, such Evaluative as the position of the subject, the brightness, the background, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the...

  • Page 85: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the Exposure Mode Dial Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background, or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. Select *( +/ – (Exp.)) in the FUNC.

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Mode Dial When the white balance is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. Combinations of setting contents and light source are as follows. Settings are automatically set Auto by the camera For recording outdoors on a...
  • Page 87 Press the FUNC. button. The white balance cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is set to W) (p. 88). Setting a 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...
  • Page 88 Shooting – Advanced Functions You are recommended to set the white balance when shooting in the following conditions. - The shooting mode dial is set to P and the exposure compensation is set to ±0. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect (image is completely black or white).

  • Page 89: Changing The Iso Speed

    Changing the ISO Speed Mode Dial By raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright images even in poor lighting conditions. This function is convenient when you want to prevent camera shake, shoot without the flash or shoot with a faster shutter speed in dark conditions.

  • Page 90: Changing The Photo Effect

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Changing the Photo Effect Mode Dial You can shoot with different saturation and contrast color effects. Records normally with this Effect Off setting. Emphasizes the contrast and Vivid color saturation to record in bold color. Tones down the contrast and Neutral color saturation to record neutral hues.

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Flash Output

    Adjusting the Flash Output In M mode, the flash output can be controlled in three steps when shooting. Select (Flash Output) in the FUNC. menu. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). Adjust the flash output using the button. A shot can be taken immediately by pressing the shutter button.

  • Page 92: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects Mode Dial The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects. Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings Subjects mixing close and far objects Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition Subjects that are moving quickly When shooting through glass, get as close as...
  • Page 93 The focus will stay looked even if the shutter button and the MF button are released. Pressing the MF button again cancels the AF lock setting. Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image. AF lock is not available in modes.

  • Page 94: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Shooting – Advanced Functions Focus using the and shoot the image. Adjust the focus using the the image appears focused on the LCD monitor. Pressing the MF button again cancels the manual focus mode. You can use manual focus in the macro focal distance 5 to 45 cm (2.0 in.
  • Page 95 This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Check that the arrow in the right direction and if it is not, then set the Auto Rotate function to [Off]. Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to [On], the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images.

  • Page 96: Playback - Advanced Functions

    Playback – Advanced Functions Rotating Images in the Display You can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor. (Original) 90° In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Rotate) and press the SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). Press the button to select the image to be rotated and press...

  • Page 97: Attaching Sound Memos To Image

    Attaching Sound Memos to Image In Playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in WAVE format. Select (Sound Memo) in the (Play)] menu and press the SET button.

  • Page 98: Auto Play

    Playback – Advanced Functions You cannot attach sound memos to movies. When the memory card capacity is full, a “Memory card full” message appears and recording will not be possible to that card. You cannot record or play back sound memos for images that already have an incompatible sound memo attached.

  • Page 99: Protecting Images

    The display interval may vary for some images. Movies play for the length of time that they were recorded. The power saving function is disabled during Auto Play (p. 96). Protecting Images Use the protect feature to protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Protect) and press the SET...

  • Page 100: Various Functions

    (memory card) to a photo developing service. As this camera complies with the industry standard PictBridge, you can print images using Canon Compact Photo printers (SELPHY CP series), Card Photo printers, Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series/SELPHY DS series), in addition to non-Canon PictBridge compliant printers.
  • Page 101 Card Photo Bubble Jet Printer Printer Printers that Can Be Used with this Camera Canon Direct Print Compatible Compact Photo printers (SELPHY CP series), Card Photo printers See the System Map Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printers For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.

  • Page 102: Dpof Print Settings

    Various Functions DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF, or for printing on a direct print compatible printer.

  • Page 103: Print Order

    Select an image using Number of Copies button and specify the number of copies (up to 99) to be printed using the button. Index playback (p. 60) Select an image using the button and press the SET button to determine the selection. Use the button to specify the number of copies (up to 99) to be printed.
  • Page 104 Various Functions Select [Mark all] using the button and press the SET button. Select [OK] using button and press the SET button. The display will return to the Print Order menu. Press the MENU button. The display returns to the Play menu. Press the MENU button again to go back to the Playback screen.
  • Page 105 Setting the Print Style Set the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. Prints one image per Standard page. Prints the selected images together at a Index reduced size in an index Print Type format.

  • Page 106: Image Transmission Settings (Dpof Transfer Order)

    Various Functions Press the MENU button. Returns to the Print Order menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the Play menu. Press it again to go back to the Playback screen. When [Print Type] is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time.
  • Page 107 Selecting Images Singly In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Transfer Order) and press the SET button. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). Select [Order] using the button and press the SET button. Selecting [Reset] will cancel all transfer order settings.

  • Page 108: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Various Functions Select [OK] using button and press the SET button. The display returns to the Transfer Order menu. Press the MENU button. The display returns to the Play menu. Pressing the MENU button again returns to the playback screen. Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.

  • Page 109: Computer System Requirements

    Interface USB Canon Utilities ZoomBrowser EX: (including the PhotoRecord printing program) Free Hard PhotoStitch: Disk Canon Camera TWAIN Driver: Space Canon Camera WIA Driver: ArcSoft PhotoStudio: 50 MB or more 1,024 x 768 pixels/High Color (16 bit) or Display better...
  • Page 110 1,024 x 768 pixels/32,000 Colors or better IMPORTANT You must install the software and driver bundled on the supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk onto your computer before connecting the camera to a computer. The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your computer before installing the driver and software.
  • Page 111 Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (first time only). Please see the Software Starter Guide for the installation procedures. With a Macintosh, it is next necessary to set the ImageBrowser auto start settings. Please see the Software Starter Guide for details.
  • Page 112 Proceed to step Macintosh Refer to the Software Starter Guide and download images. Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the event dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only). If the events dialog fails to appear, click the...
  • Page 113 Using the software and computer to download images: See the Software Starter Guide. Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function): See Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (p. 111). Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations.
  • Page 114 Various Functions All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images Use the button to select press the button. The images will download. During downloading, the button blinks blue. When downloading is complete, the display will return to the Direct Transfer menu. To cancel the transfer, press the SET button. Select &...
  • Page 115 – v10.3), you can use the software distributed with these operating systems to download images without installing the software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the software is not installed.

  • Page 116: Viewing Images On A Tv Set

    Various Functions Viewing Images on a TV Set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable AVC-DC300. Turn off the camera (p. 30) and the Attach the AV cable to the A/V Out terminal on the camera.

  • Page 117: Resetting The File Number

    No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a TV monitor. The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 73). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan, etc.
  • Page 118 Various Functions Setting the File Number Reset to [Off] is useful for avoiding file number duplication when images are downloaded to a computer. About File and Folder Numbers Images are assigned file number from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits).

  • Page 119: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)

    Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self- timer and shutter sounds. Each menu item has three choices. Example: Start-up image As default settings, My Camera setting science fiction theme and My Camera setting has an animal theme.

  • Page 120: Registering My Camera Settings

    Various Functions Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added to the camera as My Camera settings. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera.
  • Page 121 Press the DISP. button. An image appears. Registering [Start-up Image] Select the image you wish to register using the button. Press the SET button. Registering [Start-up Sound], [Shutter Sound], [Operation Sound], and [Selftimer Sound] Select (Record) using the button and press the SET button.
  • Page 122 Various Functions Data that can be Registered as My Camera Settings My Camera settings should conform to the below data types. However, memory card images shot with this camera can be registered as My Camera settings regardless of the below data types. (excluding sounds recorded as a movie or with the sound memo function (p.

  • Page 123: List Of Messages

    (p. 19). Please note that formatting will erase all the existing images and other data. Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries at the same Change the batteries time with new AA-size alkaline batteries (p. 15) or fully recharged Canon NiMH batteries. No image No images recorded on memory card.
  • Page 124 List of Messages You attempted to play back a RAW image. You attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a special data type Unidentified Image (proprietary data type used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a movie recorded by another camera.

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    (two AA-size batteries). Use an AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately). Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For information about alkaline batteries, see Proper Battery Handling (p. 16).) Wipe the battery terminals with a clean dry cloth.
  • Page 126 Memory Cards (p. 19).) If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact the nearest Canon Customer Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab of the SD card upward. Computer images that cannot be played back...
  • Page 127 Battery terminals are dirty. Battery life exceeded. Troubleshooting Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For information about alkaline batteries, see Proper Battery Handling (p. 16).) If shooting in a cold area, keep the batteries warm (by placing them in an inner pocket, etc.) until ready to use them.
  • Page 128 Troubleshooting Sounds come from The camera’s vertical and horizontal the camera interior orientation has changed. Image is blurred or Camera moved out of focus Autofocus function hampered by obstruction to AF-assist beam. The AF-assist beam is set to [Off]. Subject out of focal range. Subject is hard to focus on.
  • Page 129 Subject in recorded Insufficient light for shooting. image is too dark Subject is dark in comparison to the background. Subject is too far for flash to reach. Subject in recorded Subject is too close causing flash to image is too bright be too bright.
  • Page 130 Troubleshooting White dots or white Light from the flash has reflected off asterisks appear on dust particles or insects in the air. the image This occurs more frequently in the following conditions: - When shooting at the wide angle end. - When shooting with a high aperture value in the aperture- priority AE mode.

  • Page 131: Appendix

    Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200, this camera requires two batteries. This charger can be used only to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-2AH. Please do not attempt to charge NB-2AH batteries in any other type of charger. Never mix new batteries together with...
  • Page 132 Switch to different, unused batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon’s AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may damage it causing battery leakage.
  • Page 133 250 minutes with four for the charger to fully recharge them (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Please do not charge batteries in areas where the temperature is outside the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F).

  • Page 134: Using The Lenses (Sold Separately)

    Appendix Open the terminal cover, and connect the compact power adapter’s DC plug into the camera’s DC IN terminal. Please unplug the adapter from the power outlet when you have finished using the camera. Use of an AC adapter kit other than AC Adapter Kit ACK800 may cause a malfunction in the camera or AC adapter kit.
  • Page 135 If you use the flash when shooting with these attachments, the outer area of the recorded image (especially lower right corner) will come out relatively dark. When using the tele-converter, please set the focal length to the telephoto end. At other zoom settings, the image will appear as if its corners have been cut off.
  • Page 136 Appendix Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F This separately sold adapter is required for attaching the wide converter, tele-converter and close-up lens (52 mm thread diameter). Attaching a Lens Be sure that the camera is turned off. Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 137 To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button. Set the lens on the adapter, and attach it securely by turning it in the indicated direction. Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use.

  • Page 138: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    Appendix Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High Power Flash HF-DC1 This is an attachable supplementary flash. Photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate may be captured using the High-Power Flash. Affix the High-Power Flash to the camera using the bracket as shown below.

  • Page 139: Replacing The Date Battery

    If the battery is used in cold regions (0°C/ 32°F or lower), you are recommended to carry a spare lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). Keep the spare battery warm in your pocket until immediately before using it, and exchange it frequently with the battery in the flash.
  • Page 140 Appendix Open the terminal cover and use your finger nail to pull out the battery holder. Pull open the battery holder in the direction indicated by the arrow ). Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow ( Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up.

  • Page 141: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate Canon Customer Support leaflet.

  • Page 142: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A520/PowerShot A510 PowerShot A520: Approx. 4.0 million Camera Effective Pixels PowerShot A510: Approx. 3.2 million PowerShot A520: 1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 4.2 million) Image Sensor PowerShot A510: 1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
  • Page 143 Image zone: Portrait, Landscape, Night scene, Fast shutter, Slow shutter, Special Scene (Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater, Indoor, Kids & Pets and Night Snapshot), Stitch assist and Movie PowerShot A520: Approx 1.9 shots/sec. Continuous Shooting PowerShot A510: Approx 2.3 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode, LCD monitor off). Specifications...
  • Page 144 Playback Modes (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or reverse through magnified images possible), Auto play, Sound memos (up to 60 sec.) or Movie. Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible, and PictBridge Direct Print compliant PowerShot A510: 2048 x 1536 pixels...
  • Page 145 Approx. 180 g (6.3 oz.) (camera body only) 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 146: Battery Performance

    Specifications Battery Performance Number of Shots Monitor Monitor (Based on the CIPA standard) AA Alkaline Batteries Approx. Approx. (included with 80 shots 240 shots the camera) AA NiMH Batteries Approx. Approx. (NB-2AH (fully 300 shots 800 shots charged)) * The actual figures will vary according to the shooting condition and settings.

  • Page 147: Memory Cards And Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)

    22 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. 320 x 240 pixels 43 sec. 5 min. 55 sec. 22 min. 53 sec. 160 x 120 pixels 1 min. 47 sec. 14 min. 29 sec. 55 min. 57 sec. PowerShot A510 SDC- SDC- 128M 512MSH...
  • Page 148 Image Data Size (Estimated) : 30 sec., PowerShot A520: 2272 x 1704 pixels PowerShot A510: (Normal) indicate 2048 x 1536 pixels M1 1600 x 1200 pixels M2 1024 x 768 pixels S 640 x 480 pixels...
  • Page 149 NiMH Battery NB-2AH Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-200 set and the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200. Rechargeable nickel metal Type hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2300 mAh (min.: 2150 mAh) Cycle Life Approx. 300 times Operating 0 –...
  • Page 150 Specifications Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Supplied with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800. 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), Rated Input 16 VA (100 V) – 26 VA (240 V) Rated Output DC 3.15 V DC/2 A Operating 0 –...
  • Page 151 Focal Length Focusing Range (from front of lens) Thread Diameter Dimensions Weight When mounted on PowerShot A510. Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F is required when mounted on PowerShot A510. Specifications 250 mm 4 – 17 cm (1.6 – 6.7 in.) (W) 14 –...
  • Page 152 Diameter: 55.2 mm (2.2 in.) Dimensions Length: 49.3 mm (1.9 in.) Weight Approx. 86 g (3.0 oz.) When mounted on PowerShot A510. Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F is required when mounted on PowerShot A510. Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F (Sold Separately) Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread Diameter: 55.6 mm (2.2 in.)

  • Page 153: Photo Tips And Information

    Photo Tips and Information This section offers photography tips. Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 45) Normally, the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release for two seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image.
  • Page 154 Photo Tips and Information Underexposure The whole recorded image is dark, which makes white elements of the image appear gray. Shooting bright subjects or in backlit conditions may cause the image to be underexposed. Adjust the exposure compensation towards the + end. Optimal Exposure Overexposure The whole recorded image...

  • Page 155: Index

    INDEX AC Adapter Kit ...131 AF Frame ...81 Aperture Value ...79 Aperture-priority AE ...79 Auto Mode ...33 Auto Play ...96 A/V Out Terminal ...114 Batteries Battery Cover ...15 Handling Precautions ...16 Installing ...15 Low Status ...17 Performance ...144 Rechargeable Batteries ...129 Status ...17 Beep ...34, 70, 74 Care ...139...
  • Page 156 INDEX Flash ...42 Focal Length ...132, 133, 149, 150 Focus Lock ...90 Manual ...91 Format ...19 Histogram ...29 Image Zone ...38 Index Playback ...60 Indicators ...14 Information View ...24 – 29 Interface Cable ...12, 109 ISO Speed ...87 Jump ...61 Landscape Mode ...38 Language ...23 LCD Monitor ...24 –...
  • Page 157 Messages ...121 – 122 Metering Center-Weighted Averaging ...82 Evaluative ...82 Spot ...82 Microphone ...12 Mode Dial ...38, 76 Movie Editing ...62 Playback ...61 Shooting ...56 My Camera Menu ...74 Registering ...118 Settings ...118 Night Scene Mode ...38 Operation Sound ...71, 74, 118, 143 Photo Effect ...88 PictBridge compliant printers ...98 Playback...
  • Page 158 INDEX Resetting the Settings to Default ...75 Resolution ...40 Ring Release Button ...12 Rotate ...94 Self-timer ...45 Sound ...74 Shooting ...33, 66 Reviewing an Image ...36 TV Set ...114 Shooting Mode ...159 Dial ...14 Functions Available ...159 Shutter Shutter-speed Priority AE ...77 Sound ...74 Speed ...77 Shutter Button ...33...
  • Page 159 INDEX...

  • Page 160: Fcc Notice

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cables with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 161: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each Shooting mode. Function Large Medium 1 Medium 2 Small Resolu- tion Postcard Print Movie – – Movie – Movie Superfine Compres- Fine sion Normal Auto –...
  • Page 162 Function Single Shot Continuous – Shooting Drive Self-timer Mode (10 sec.) Self-timer (2 sec.) Custom AF Frame selection – AF Lock – Manual Focus Macro Mode Digital Zoom Exposure Compensation – Evaluative Center-Weighted Metering – Averaging System – Spot White Balance –...
  • Page 163 Function – ISO Speed Auto Rotate The default for the settings changed by the menu and button operations can be restored all at once except for [Date/Time], [Lan- guage] and [Video System] (p. 75). (1)The default setting of the flash for the [Foliage] and [Fireworks] options is [Off]. The following functions cannot be set in the [Fireworks] mode.

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