Canon A100 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

ENGLISHCanonf^y/er^hot ASOOF^wer^hat A100DIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuideThis guide covers both the PowerShot A200 and PowerShot A100 digital cameras.

Movie Mode...49Using the Focus Lock...50Switching Between Autofocus Modes...

1While displaying the image, press the SET button. Press 0 or 0 button to select [Style], then press the SET button.i ikirdertes 3D!f

Select with E) or 0 button.)mageSelect [Stanciard) or [Multiple;IJB9!* < Hilttole BordersSelect [Borderless] or [Bordered].DateSelect [On] or [Of

Press the MENU button.• If [Borderless] or [Multiple] is selected as the print style, the center portion of the recorded image Is printed at a

Specifying the Printing AreaYou can select from 3 types of printing areas.1Before specifying the printing area O Please set the Print Style (Image, Bo

Press IB or CE) button to select the printing area from M, M or M.

41The selectable print area may move left or right for L size paper or when the screen setting for the print style is [Multiple].O The

DPOF Print SettingsOn your CF card, select which image or images you want to print and how many copies you want. This is convenient for printing ima

You can set with the same method even if the button is pressed and changed to index replay (3-image index replay).► For setting all images on the CF c

• You can change the number of copies for each image when the print type is [Standard] / [Both]. You can remove the print settings w

O Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.O A maximum of 998 Images can be set per CF card.O The number of copies canno

Erasing All Images...65Formatting a CF Card...66Printing________________________67About P

2341Display the [Print Order] menu.See “Selecting from the Print Order Menu” (p. 68).Press E) or CEl button to select [Set up] and press the SET butto

i-pruit Ofder fflWl File «aBM File No.Select [On] or [Off].Press the MENU button.OO If you have chosen B| (index) as the print type, you cannot set [D

Resetting the Print SettingsThe Reset feature clears all print selections, and resets Print Type to [Standard], Date to [On], and File No. to [

Printing with DPOF Print SettingsYou can use the DPOF print settings to print with an optionai direct print function compiiant printer.Display the [Pr

o9 To print the date, set the [Date] setting in the print order menu in Step 2 on the previous page to [On]. You cannot set the date to print

- If the print settings have been changed before restarting.- If the image for which the print settings were set has been deleted before restar

Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)Setting the Image TransferUsing the camera, you can specify images you wish to transfer and attach

Select images for transferring.► For setting images one by one• Press © or O button to select the imageand mark or remove from images using 0

Select [Clear all] to remove all settings.Press the MENU button.O Images are transferred in order from oidest to newest by the shooting date.O

Downloading Directly from a CF Card1Eject the CF card from the camera and insert it into a CF card reader.If you are using a PC card reader, f

Rec Menu... 8'Plav Menu...8Set up Menu...

Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB CabieInstalling the included software In advance allows you to download images automatically simp

Press the ^ button.The LCD monitor displays in replay mode. When the connection to the computer Is complete, the LCD monitor turns off and the green

O It is recommended to power the camera from a household power outlet with the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK 800 when connected to a computer (p.

Rec. Menu (1/2)enu upiionsItem / Menu Screen Setting ContentResolution (Still images)e.g. PowerShotAlOOSets the number of pixeis used to record images

‘Default settingsItem / Menu ScreenSetting ContentCompressionSets the relative compression ratio used to record Images to CF cards (p. 41).Superfine•

Rec. Menu (2/2)Item / Menu ScreenSetting ContentSets the AiAF to on (the camera automatically selects the AF frame when taking a picture) or off (AF f

Item / Menu Screen Setting ContentAF-assist BeamTurns the AF-assist beam on or off (p. 34).• On*•OffRIe No. ResetSets how file numbers are assigned to

Play MenuItem / Menu Screen Setting ContentProtectP'otacL.9 E'lse ftU Auto Play ^ Mftt OrdBT -**• Transfer OrderProtects images from acciden

Item / Menu ScreenAuto PlayProtici iv RoiBle « brattaliPont i^der iTTStr On»Print Order*• Pfrtict 1 iijte V C'wiU* *)to PllT Print onur,. -**

Set up MenuItem / Menu ScreenSetting ContentBeepSets whether or not the beep sounds when the shutter button is pressed or when a menu operation is per

AccessoriesThis digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon brand digital camera accessories (“Canon B

'Default settingsItem / Menu ScreenSetting ContentFormatFormats (initializes) a CF card (p. 66).LanguageSets the language used in the menus and

Resetting the Settings to Default1You can reset all of the menu and button operation settings to default except for [Date / Time] and [Language].Turn

List of MessagesThe following table explains each of the messages that may appear on the LCD monitor.Busy...: The camera is recording image data to th

Image too large : You attempted to replay an image whose resolution exceeded 3200 x 2400 pixels or whose file size was too largeIncompatible JPEG form

The following table lists and explains the messages that may be on the LCD monitor when printing to an optional direct print function compliant

Replacing the Date BatteryIf the LCD monitor displays the Set Date / Time menu when you turn on the camera, this means that the Date battery has run d

Pull out the date battery holder in the direction of the arrow.Shift the date battery slightly in the direction of the arrow (D and

Insert the new date battery into the holder with the (+) side facing up.Replace the date battery holder back into its original position.Set

Using the Optional Battery KitsUsing Rechargeable Batteries{Battery and Charger Kit CBK100)O Four batteries are supplied with the Battery and C

oO This charger can be used only to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of batteries with

Please ReadTest ShotsBefore you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we strongiy recommend that you shoot severai trial images to confirm th

- If the number of recordable Images has considerably diminished- When charging the batteries (insert and remove the batteries two or three ti

O Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may damage it causing battery leakage.Remove batteries from the camera or charger and store in a dr

Using the Household Power Source(AC Adapter Kit ACK800)Use of the ACK800 optional AC adapter kit is recommended when using the camera continuously

Open the Terminal cover, and connect the adapter’s DC plug into the camera’s DC IN terminal.• Please unplug the adapter from the po

Camera Care and MaintenanceClean the camera by using the following methods when the camera, lens, viewfinder, LCD monitor or other surfaces

TroubleshootingProblemCause SolutionThe camera doesn’t function.The camera is turned off.• Turn the power on. (See "Turning the Power ON/OFF (p

ProblemCause SolutionThe camera doesn’t shoot.Camera is in replaying mode. Change to the Shooting mode. (See "Switching Between Shooting / Repla

ProblemCause SolutionThe batteries are consumed quickly.Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures.. if shooting in a coid area, keep the

ProblemCauseSolutionShots are blurry or unfocused.The camera was moving when you took the shot.• Hold the camera steady when shootingAutofocus functio

ProblemCauseSolutionThe subject comes out underexposed (too dark).The subject is beyond the range of the flash. When flash is used, the distance betw

Safety PrecautionsBefore using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Alway

peciTicationsnon s sianaara lesnng meinoas. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot A200PowerShot A100Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 2 millionAppr

PowerShot A200PoviierShot A100Exposure Compensation±2EV (in1/3-step Increments)SensitivityISO 50 /100 / 200 / 400 equivalent and Auto (In Auto mode, c

PowerShol A200F>i>werShol A100still ImagesLarge : 1600 x 1200 pixels Medium : 1024 x 768 pixels Small 640 x 460 p^lsLarge : 1280 x 960 pixe

Battery PerformanceNumber of ShotsLCD Monitor ONLCD Monitor OFFReplay TimeAA Alkaiine Batteries (included with the camera)A200: Approx. 90 shots A100:

CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)FC-8M FC-16MFC-32MFC-64MFC-128MB (1600 X 1200 pixeis) PowerShot A200EH71531 64128□11 2449100200□2

Approximate File Size for One ImageD BIBl(1600 X 1200 pixels)(1280 X 960 pixels)(1024 X 768 pixels)(640 X 480 pixels)PowerShot A200PowerShot A100mSupe

NiMH Battery NB'IAHSupplied with the optional NiMH Battery NB4-100 set and the Battery / Charger Kit CBK100.Type Rechargeable nickel hydri

Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800Supplied with the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK800.Rated Input 100 - 240VAC (50/60 Hz), 16VA(100V)-26\/A{240V)Rated Output

Adjusting the Exposure...52AF-assist Beam...4, 34AiAF...

Continuous Mode...46Date...24Default Settings...

^WARNINGS' Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.____

Functions...57Image Transfer Settings(DPOF Transfer Order)...82Index View...

Photo Effect...54Play Menu...89Power Save Function...

ReplayingAuto Play...63Displaying Images Individually...59Rotating Images in the Display...

Shutter Button...34Single Image Replay...59Stitch Assist...

DisclaimerО While елюгу effort has been made to ensure that the Information contained In this guide Is accurate and complete, no liability can be acce

' stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Faiiure to do so may resuit in fire or eiectricai shock,

' Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in

A CAUTtONS' Avoid using, piacing or storing the equipment in piaces subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as th

Quick Start©Install the batteries and CF card (p 19)Open the CF card slot / battery cover and insert a CF card and batteries.Open the lens c

Preventing Malfunctions• Avoid Strong Magnetic FieldsNever place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment gen

Installing the Battery and CF CardInsert two (2) AA-sIze alkaline batteries (included with the camera) or two (2) NiMH batteries (sold separately) and

Close the CF card slot / battery cover.oO When the camera's indicator fiashes green, do not turn off the power or open the battery cover.

O We recommend that you use the optional AC Adapter Kit ACK800 to power the camera during iong usage sessions (p. 99).O The optionai battery cha

Proper Battery HandlingUse AA-size Alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries only. Refer to “Using Rechargeable Batteries" (p. 96) for their handl

Never mix unused and partially used batteries. Always load two fresh (or fully recharged) batteries at the same time.Never mix batteries of different

If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe piece. Batteries may

A WARNINGNever use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk that such batter

r Battery Status Indications JThe LCD monitor displays an icon or message to let you know when batteries are low or depleted.Q]Batteries are b

About CF CardsCF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, appiy force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. Do no

©Shoot the image (p. 34)Press the shutter button all the way down. The camera beeps once when the image is shot.To eraseView the imageThe reco

Setting the Date / TimeThe Date / Time menu will be displayed when camera power is turned on for the first time or at low date battery power. Perform

Press E> or CD button to select the [D1 (Set up)] menu.Press 0 or 0 button to select ^ (Date / Time) and press the SET button.

Set the date and time.Press E) or C3 button to select the item to be set.Press 0 or 0 button to set the date and time.M.10.3K12 52:30 »/dil/yyfTfOK t

Setting the LanguageSets the display language for LCD monitor menus and messages.1Press the MENU button.The Rec. or Replay menu will display.Pre

Press 0 or 0 button to select (Language) and press the SET button.The Language menu may appear differently on cameras in some regions.Set the languag

Hint for Easy Operation O The Language menu can also be displayed in replay mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button.Using the

Turning the Power ON / OFFShooting Mode1Open the lens cover.The camera powers up in Shooting mode (still).Close the lens cover.The power goes off.Repl

Replay ModeThe power will automatically shut off approximately 5 minutes after the last function is accessed.While Connected to a Printe

Replay Mode / While Connecting to a Printer / ComputerPress the ^ button.Switching between Shooting/ReplayYou can quickly switch between the Shooting

Using the LCD MonitorUse the LCD monitor for shooting images, whilst checking images, for menu operations and replaying images.00 The image in the LC

Front ViewShutter Button (p. 34)Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 33)AF-assist Beam (p. 34)Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 43) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 46)Flash (p.

The On / Off setting of the LCD monitor dis- piay mode is memorized when the camera is turned off. When the camera is turned on again it assume

O Set the flash to On or affix the camera to a tripod when the upper indicator flashes orange and the camera shake warning icon

Replay ModeHPress the on button to turn the LCD monitor on. The display changes when the DISP button is pressed.Single Image ReplayInd

Information Displayed on the LCD MonitorShooting ModeAF FrameNumber of recordable images or recordable time lor movies (sea)Shooting Modep. 40Exposur

STibo&ng (Methodp. 46Macro / Infinity©op. 45Movie Recording Mode• (red)p. 49Dioital Zoom A200x1.3 x1.6x2.0x2.5x3.2x4.0p. 35Setting* At 00Xl .3 x1.

Replay Mode (Simple Display)The following information is displayed for the Simple Display.File no.Image no. (Replay image no. / total) Shooting

The recording time for movies is also displayed. The following information may be displayed, depending on the image.Q Sound wave file (WAVE file)

Using the ViewfinderYou can reduce power consumption by shooting images with the viewfinder.1Align the subject with the center of the optical vie

3About the Autofocus FunctionO This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology which uses a broad metering field

Pressing the Shutter ButtonYou can press the shutter button all the way down or halfway.Pressing HalfwayAutomatically sets the _ exposure, focus and

Back View' Be careful when carrying the camera by the strap. Don’t swing the camera on the strap, and keep the strap and camera body clear of obs

Reviewing an Image Right After ShootingThe images that have been shot will be displayed for approximately 3 seconds*, even when the shut

Using the Digital ZoomWhen the LCD monitor is on, you can digitally zoom in on a subject. Images can be zoomed up to 4 times (Powe

Selecting Menus and SettingsUse the menus as shown below to operate the various shooting and replaying settings.For information on menu items a

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Menu Settings and Default SettingsThis chart shows the options for each menu and the defauit settings.Menu items Available SettingsRefersncflPages@ Re

Menu ItemsAvailable SettingsReferencePages□ Q Protect Turns image protection On and Offp.64D RotateRotates the displayed imagep.62J ? H Erase AllErase

Selecting the Shooting Mode2The following modes are available with this camera.AutoThe camera automaticaliy makes most of the settings for you.[

Changing the Resolution / Compression CYou can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suit your purpose.ResolutionThe r

1In the [Rec.] Menu, select H (Resolution) or H (Compression).See "Selecting Menus and Settings” (p. 36).Resolutione.g. PowerShot A100 B Comp

Press IE) or O button to select the settings.Press the MENU button.O See “Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode” (p. 57).9 For info

Operation PanelIndicators00 cm I“* i B D .V--*----—- MENU Button (p. 36)- DISP (Display) Button (p. 29) (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 65) Zoom B

% Using the Flash .AutoThe flash fires automatically as required by the light level.Red-EyeReduction.AutoThe flash may fire autorraticaily©as require

m1Press the ^ button as necessary to select the desired flash mode.ono o—0o o—o—oA.©o oA—oAO: AvailableA : Available only for the first imageShoo

oO If the flash is used in macro mode, the light may not be controlled correctly. In this case, set a higher ISO sensitivity or use other

steady orange when recharging is completed. Recharging time may vary according to shooting conditions and battery charge levels.O The flash

A Macro / Infinity Modes CMMESB2 Shoot the image.O(9MacroUse this mode when the distances from the lens tip to the subject is 5 to 20 cm (2 to 7,9 in

Qj| Continuous ModeCM3The camera will shoot continuously when the shutter button Is pressed. The shooting speed is as follows.*PowerShot A

0 Self-Timer_________rnnnni^^in 11Press the Qi / 0 button as necessary so that ® appears on the LCD monitor.Shoot the image.• The self-timer starts

stitch Assist Mode CMSUse this mode when taking shots that you want to combine into a panorama. To create the panorama itself, you must stitch the im

Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the difference in brightness is too great.Pan (swivel) the cam

Shoot the next images in the same way.You can shoot up to 26 images.Press the SET button to end the shooting.O See “Functions Available in Each Shooti

Symbols UsedIcons on the right end of title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the shooting mode should be set to QQ, ^ o

Movie Mode CB)1The resolution can be set to B 320 x 240 pixels (default setting) orB 160 x 120 pixels in [Resolution] of the Rec. menu (p. 41).Press t

The clip will end automatically after these times have elapsed or when the CF card becomes full.O The exposure, focus and white bal

Using the Focus Lock CMMMMDThe following types of subject may not be suited to autofocus photography. Use the focus lock in these situations.• Subjec

Switching Between Autofocus Modes1While the auto focus function is set to AiAF, you can change to the auto focus center point.□ □□ On□0«The camera aut

M Adjusting the ExposureIf you are shooting against a bright background or strong backlight, you may need to correct the exposure so that the subject

WB Setting the White Balance1When the white balance is set to match the light source, the camera can reproduce colors more accurately.AutoThe camera s

^ Switching Between Photo Effect ModesAn image can be recorded in a different Photo Effect Mode.OffRecords normally with this setting.VividEmphasizes

Changing the ISO SpeedChange the ISO speed when shooting images in dark places or when you want to raise the shutter speed.1In the [Rec.] menu, se

Resetting the File Number [eb3BBB)Select the set up method for the file number.The camera resets the file number to 100- 0001 each time you insert a n

Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe following chart shows the functions and settings avaiiabie in each shooting mode. The camera stores set

Quick Start_______________________2Components Guide________________4Front View...4Back View...

FunctionHBaISCSIReferencePagesFlash@ o oA*o*Slow-Synchro9-oA-p, 43Macro Mode©o oAop. 45Infinity ModeO-oAop. 45Singie®o* o*A*o*Shooting „. Continuous M

Displaying Images IndividuallyUse this feature to view recorded images one at a time on the LCD monitor (Singie image Repiay).1 Press the ^ bu

Viewing images in Sets of 9 [ p 3View nine images at once on the LCD monitor (Index View) so that you can search the image quickly.1 Press the button.

Viewing Movies ColReplay movies you shot.1 Press © or 0 button to select the movie.A movie displays with the instructions I on it.Press the SE

Pausing and Resuming Piay• Press the SET button to pause the movie. Press it again to resume play.Fast Forwarding / Rewinding• Press 0 or O button t

Rotating Images in the DisplayYou can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor.0° (Original)270°1In the [Play] Menu, select D (Rot

Auto Play CSUse this feature to automatically replay all of the images in the CF card (Auto Play).The LCD monitor displays each image for approximatel

Pausing and Resuming Auto PiayYou can pause Auto Play at any time by pressing the SET button. You can then restart it by pressing the SET button agai

Protecting Images SD1Use the protect feature to protect important images from accidental erasure.In the [Play] Menu, select □ (Protect) and pr

• To release the protection, press the SET button again.• You can make the selection of images easier by toggiing between single replay and Index re

I: Functions and operations tabies.Using the LCD Monitor...29information Displayed on the LCD Monitor.31Using the Viewfinder

^9 Remember that erased images cannot be recovered. Be careful to avoid accidental erasures.O This function wiii not erase protected images (p. 64).Er

Formatting a CF Card JYou should format new CF cards before using them.oO Formatting a CF card will permanently erase all data already on it, includi

About PrintingAfter connecting the camera to an optional Canon direct print function compliant printer, you can easily print images just by using the

Selecting from the Print Order MenuUse the Print Order Menu as shown below to select all print settings.Direct Print Function - ReplayStyle1"LrIm

Connecting the Camera to a PrinterTwo direct interface cables are included with Canon printers having the direct print function. Use the D

Connect the camera and printer using the direct interface cable.• When you insert the cable, make sure the mark of the cable faces the front of th

Press the ^ button to turn the camera power on.If the printer is correctly connected, the O icon wiii appear on the LCD monitor.oOWhen d

PrintingAn image can be printed when displayed in single replay or selected in index replay.1Press (B or O button to select the image y

oO Movies cannot be printed.Cancel PrintingO Press the SET button while printing. A confirmation screen will appear. Press © or O button

Print Settings (Direct Print Function)You can specify print settings whiie a printer is connected.Setting the Number of Copies1While displaying the