Canon PowerShot A480 User manual

Canon
RwerShot A4BO
Getting Started
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Make sure you read this guide before using the camera.
Store this guide safely so that you can use it
in the future.

Checking the Package Contents
Check ifthe following items are included in your camera package. If anything
is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.
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AA-size Alkaline Memory Card
Camera
Batteries (x2)
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Interface Cable
AV Cable
Wrist Strap
IFC-400PCU AVC-DC300 WS-800
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Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA
Warranty "Canon Customer
(This Guide)
Solution Disk Card Support" Leaflet
Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM.
After installation, shortcut icons appear
on the desktop. If the software
installation fails, you can find the manuals
in the Readme folder on the
CD-ROM.
Camera User
Guide
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many
features to shoot more challenging photos.
Personal
Printing Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to aprinter and print.
Software Starter Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to acomputer.
Explains how
to install and use the software on the DIGITAL
CAMERA Solution Disk.
Download ZoomBrowser EXllmageBrowser Software Guide (PDF)
from:
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.htm
You can use the included memory card to try out your new camera and
take some test shots.
Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals.
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Read This First
Test Shots
Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images
were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and
affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages
arising from any malfunction
of acamera or accessory, including memory
cards, that results
in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded
in away that is machine readable.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
The images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. Do not
record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior permission
of the copyright holder. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying
of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by
means
of acamera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal
rights even if the image was shot for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. Ifthere is a
problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale
before proceeding with awarranty claim to aCanon Customer Support Help
Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer
support list supplied with your camera.
LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision
manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to
specification, but occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright
or dark dots. This
is not amalfunction and has no effect on the recorded
image.
The LCD monitor may be covered with athin plastic film for protection
against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the
camera.
Camera Body Temperature
Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the
camera body may become warm. This is not amalfunction.
Memory Cards
The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are
collectively referred to as memory cards
in this guide.
Trademark Acknowledgments
The SDHC logo is atrademark.
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Safety Precautions
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the camera
is operated correctly.
The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended
to prevent injuries
to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.
Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you
use.
&Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
&Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
.AWarning .
Camera
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In
particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the
flash.
Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around achild's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. If this occurs,
contact adoctor immediately.
Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not
expressly described in this guide.
To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, astrange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in fire or electrical shock.
If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn
the camera power off and remove the batteries.
Use only recommended power sources.
Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock.
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Safety Precautions
Battery
Use only recommended batteries.
Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame.
Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids.
Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts.
This may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings. In the event that abattery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing
contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
Other Warnings
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support
data CD-ROMs.
Playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the
speakers. It is also possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to
the loud sounds of aCD-ROM played on amusic CD player.
ACaution .,
Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks
when hanging it by the strap.
Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could damage the camera or lead to injury.
Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places.
-Places subject to strong sunlight.
-Places subject to temperatures above 40°C (104 OF).
-Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the batteries, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause
deformation of the casing.
Caution
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor.
When using the camera on abeach or at awindy location, be careful not to
allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
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Safety Precautions
Do
not use the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface, or if it is
covered by your fingers or clothing.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.
Do not sit in a chair with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the LCD monitor.
Do not attach accessories to the strap.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the LCD monitor.
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For CA, USA only
Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material -special handling
may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.

Table of Contents
Checking the Package Contents 2
Read This First 3
Safety Precautions 4
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera 7
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card 8
Setting the Date and Time
12
Setting the Display Language 14
Pressing the Shutter Button 15
Mr~ Taking Pictures 16
[EJ Viewing Images 19
Erasing Images 20
Printing Images
21
~ Shooting Movies 23
Viewing Movies 25
Transferring Images to aComputer 26
Accessories
30
Separately Sold Accessories 32
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
Attach the included strap and place it around your wrist to avoid dropping
the camera during use.
Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by
the sides.
Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash.
Strap
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Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera.
Check the card's write-protect tab.
If the memory card has awrite-protect tab,
you will not be able to record images if the
tab is
in the locked position. Slide the tab
up until you hear aclick.
Label
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Open the cover.
Slide the cover lock CD, then slide and
open the cover ®as shown.
Insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends
oriented correctly.
Insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with aclick.
Be sure the memory card
is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card
in the
wrong direction could dampqe the
camera.

Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Close the cover.
Close the cover CD and press downward
as you slide
it until it clicks into place (g).
Removing the Memory Card
Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it.
The memory card will pop up.
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Power Source
Inserting
the Batteries and Memory Card
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Alkaline Batteries NiMH Batteries
(Supplied) (Sold Separately)
Number
of Shots* 200 470
Playback
Time (Hours) 8 10
* The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera &Imaging Products
Association (CIPA) measurement standard.
Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken.
Depending on the brand
of alkaline batteries used, the number of shots that can be
taken may vary widely.
The values
for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries.
Compatible Batteries
AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold
separately) (pp.
30, 32).
@Can any other batteries be used?
We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above
because performance varies widely.
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@ Why use NiMH batteries?
NiMH batteries last much longer than alkaline batteries, especially in cold
weather.
Battery Charge Indicator
When battery charge is low, an icon and message will appear. If the
batteries are charged, the icon and message will not display.
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Display
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"Change the batteries"
Summary
Battery charge is low. Prepare new batteries to
continue using the camera.
The batteries are depleted. Insert
new batteries.

Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
Memory Card
Number of Shots 128 MB
47
2GB
749 8GB
2994
Values are based on the default settings.
The number
of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the
subject and the memory card used.
@Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a
Shooting Mode
(p. 16).
Compatible Memory Cards
SO memory cards
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SOHC memory cards I: .....
MultiMediaCards
MMCplus memory cards
HC MMCplus memory cards
@What is the write-protect tab?
SO and SOHC memory cards have awrite-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked
position, [Card Locked!] will appear and you will not be able to take or erase
images.
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Setting the Date and Time
The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned
on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based
on these
settings,
be sure to set them.
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Turn on the camera.
Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
Set the date and time.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to select an option.
Press the
... buttons to set avalue.
Make the setting.
Press the @button.
Once the date and time have been set,
the Date/Time screen will close.
Pressing the power button will turn off the
camera.
@Reappearing Date/Time screen
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/
Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
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Setting the Date and Time
Changing the Date and Time
You can change the current date and time settings.
Display the menus.
Press the MEN Ubutton.
Select [Date/Time] in the fT tab.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to select the fT tab.
Press the ....... buttons to select [Date/
Time], then press the
GID button.
Change the date and time.
Follow Steps 2and 3 on p. 12 to adjust
the setting.
To close the menus, press the
MENU
button.
~ Date/Time battery
If [Date/Time] appear even when the date/time have been correctly set, insert a
new date/time battery (see Camera User Guide).
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Setting the Display Language
You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and
messages.
Set the playback mode.
Press the IE button.
Display the settings screen.
Press and hold the @button CD, then
press the
MEN Ubutton ®.
Set the display language.
Press the ..... T ~ ~ buttons to select a
language, then press the @button.
Once the display language has been set,
the language menu will close.
You can also change the display language by pressing the MENU button,
selecting the
tT tab, and selecting the [Language] menu item.
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Pressing the Shutter Button
The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure
to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway)
to focus, then take the shot.
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Press halfway (lightly to the first
stop).
The camera automatically makes the
necessary settings for shooting, such as
focusing and setting the brightness.
When the camera focuses,
it will beep
twice.
Press fully (to the second stop).
The camera plays the shutter sound and
takes the shot.
If you just press the shutter button fully without pausing halfway, the
image may not be
in focus.
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A~T~ Taking Pictures
The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can take images
just by pressing the shutter button.
The camera can also detect and focus
on faces, setting the color and
brightness
to optimal levels.
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Turn on the camera.
Press the power button.
The start-up sound will play, and the start-
up screen will appear.
Pressing the power button again will turn
the camera off.
Select the A~I~ mode.
Press the MODE button, then press the
~. buttons to select A~m.
Press the ®button.
When faces are detected, awhite frame
appears
on the face the camera judges to
be the main subject, while gray frames
appear on other detected faces.
Compose the shot.
Pressing the zoom button toward [.J will
zoom
in on your subject, making it appear
larger. Pressing the zoom button toward
1 ... 1will zoom out from your subject
making it appear smaller.

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Focus.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
\/Vhen the camera focuses, it wiil beep
twice.
Green AF frames appear where the
subject
is in focus.
Several AF frames will appear when the
camera focuses on more than one point.
Shoot.
Press the shutter button fully.
The camera will play the shutter sound
and shoot. The flash will automatically fire
in low light conditions.
The indicator will blink green while the
image
is recorded to the memory card.
The image will appear for about two
seconds.
You can take asecond picture even while
an image is displayed by pressing the
shutter button.
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AIJl~ Taking Pictures
@What if...
The camera does not play any sounds?
Pressing the
MENU button while turning on the camera power will turn off all
sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the MENU
button, select the tT tab, and then select [Mute]. Use the ~ ~ buttons to select
[Off].
The image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting?
Your subject
is too far away. When the camera is at maximum wide angle, move
about 30 cm -3.0 m(12 in. -9.8 ft.) away from your subject and shoot. Move
about 30 cm -2.0 m(12 in. -6.6 ft.) or more away when the camera is at
maximum telephoto.
The camera beeps once when the shutter button is pressed halfway?
Your subject
is too close. When the camera is at maximum wide angle, move
about 4cm (1.6 in.) or more away from your subject and shoot. Move about
25 cm (9.8 in.) or more away when the camera is at maximum telephoto.
The lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
To reduce
red-e~'e and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in
dark areas.
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[E] Viewing Images
You can view your images on the screen.
Select the playback mode.
Press the [EJ button.
The last image you took will appear.
Select an image.
Pressing the ~ button will cycle through the
images
in reverse order.
Pressing the
~ button will cycle through
the images
in the order they were taken.
The images change more quickly
if you
keep the
~ ~ buttons pressed, but they
will
appear coarse.
Pressing the
[EJ button while the lens is
extended will cause the shooting screen
to reappear.
The lens will retract after approximately 1
minute elapses.
If you press the [EJ button
with the lens retracted, the power will turn
off.
~ Switching to and from playback mode
Pressing the IE button while the camera is offturns the camera on in playback
mode. Pressing
it again turns the camera off. Pressing the shutter button halfway
while
in playback mode, or pressing the MODE button will switch the camera to
shooting mode.
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Erasing Images
You can select and erase images one at atime. Please note that erased
images cannot
be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an
image.
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Select the playback mode.
Press the [El button.
The last image you took will appear.
Select an image to erase.
Press the ~ ~ buttons to select an image.
Erase the image.
Press the Tbutton.
[Erase?] appears.
Press the
~ ~ buttons to select [Erase],
then press the @button.
The displayed image will
be erased.
To exit instead
of erasing, press the ~ ~
buttons to select [Cancel], then press the
@button.